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Jack Harlow Thinks His Music “Got Blacker” After He Recorded An R&B Album
If August Wilson were still alive, he’d probably say Jack Harlow was pretending. His new neo-soul album Monica is a departure from another black incarnation, hip hop from which he spawned a career.
By Skyler Saunders2 days ago in Beat
The Shot That Changed Everything
On the evening of May 25, 2020, a routine police call in the city of Minneapolis unexpectedly turned into a tragic event that would soon dominate global headlines and ignite one of the largest waves of social protest in modern history. A 46-year-old man named George Floyd had been detained by officers from the Minneapolis Police Department after a local store employee reported that a customer had allegedly used a counterfeit twenty-dollar bill. What initially appeared to be a minor investigation rapidly escalated into a deadly confrontation that was captured on video by bystanders standing nearby on the street.
By The Curious Writer3 days ago in Beat
Why So Many Artists Feel Helpless Right Now
For decades, the dream of becoming an artist followed a relatively clear path. Musicians wrote songs, played local shows, and hoped to eventually be discovered by a record label that would invest in developing their talent.
By Navigating the World3 days ago in Beat
The Rivers of Babylon
The iconic disco group Boney M from the 1970s left an indelible mark on the music world with their infectious beats and unforgettable melodies. Formed in West Germany, the group's vibrant sound, blending Caribbean rhythms with European pop sensibilities, quickly catapulted them to international stardom.
By Rasma Raisters3 days ago in Beat
Bobby Wizdum’s Before Your Eyes: A Sincere Shift in Sound and Perspective
For Wizdum, Before Your Eyes represents more than just a collection of songs. It stands as a testament to resilience and growth, forged during a time when the artist faced profound personal challenges, including periods of homelessness and brief incarceration. Rather than retreat from these struggles, Wizdum channeled them directly into his music, crafting a project that feels raw, reflective, and emotionally grounded.
By Variety Press3 days ago in Beat
SCOT “LITTLE” BIHLMAN UNVEILS TWO NEW TRACKS FROM FORTHCOMING ALBUM HEAVY HEAD
Scot “Little” Bihlman continues to chart the course toward his forthcoming album Heavy Head with a two track release through V13 Music. The contemplative single “Seems Like Yesterday” arrives alongside the instrumental interlude “The Devil’s Cradle,” and together they offer a deeper look at the tone and direction of the project. Heard side by side, the songs feel connected, widening the emotional landscape of the record before guiding it into something more intimate.
By Chris Adams3 days ago in Beat
