As it seems to the naked eye, Esperanza Spalding has been meticiulously perfecting her second first impression since winning a Grammy for Best New Artist last year. She’s been living in a Radio Music Society and on March 20th, she’ll share it in its entirety with the whole world. Read the rest of this entry »

Fresh off reminding the world of one of the finest examples of early ’90s cinema, Action Bronson returns to the Internet with the first single from his upcoming album with Statik Selektah, Well Done. “Cocoa Butter” is a taste of what comes natural to Bronsalino, some of that dizzying array of punchlines, references and braggadocio he can conjure up at the drop of a dime. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to iPod shuffling, Kid Sister’s Ultraviolent still gets substantial burn from me and that’s not due to the fact I think she looks as edible as a morning muffin. There’s an “it” factor that is transmitted through her music that makes her accessible towards the Pop spectrum while still being able to hold tight to her scrunchies and rap sensibilities. Read the rest of this entry »

Double O must have known he would be slept-on in 2010, yet that didn’t quell his drive to churn out quality throughout the year. So when he states, If You Didn’t Know…I Produced It, you’ll know he’s not ego-trippin’ but just giving some of you a slick reminder not to snooze on the Kid who wears a holster to keep his drumsticks in. Read the rest of this entry »

The last time I heard anything from the sisterly act that are Nina Sky, they were airing out one of their label heads like they caught him in bed with another woman–and they were both married to him. Last time they were probably were on your radar was that infectious “Move Ya Body” song. Well, they’re back with a new outlook, new music and new haircuts with The Other Side EP. Read the rest of this entry »

Every day and song are a party with these guys, even Mondays. Another video from the talented Major Lazer duo featuring Ricky Blaze, Nina Sky and trippy animation to switch things up.