McKinley Dixon approaches his work with total commitment. The Chicago-based jazz-rap artist merges these genres into a rich, vivid creation, filled with intricate layers of instrumentation, guest appearances, and cover art bursting with bright colors. Narrative themes also frequently appear, unfolding as a beautifully written magical realist story about three children attempting to reach out to a deceased friend through magic. The storyline, conveyed through the lyrics, requires time to decipher, considering the myriad of musical ideas present in this expansive album. A remarkable energy flows through the eleven tracks of ‘Magic, Alive!’. ‘A Crooked Stick’ is just one layer of distortion shy of being a rap-metal anthem, while the emotive ‘Run, Run, Run Part II’ evokes the feeling of racing down the street with childhood friends. Impressive guest verses from notable underground rap artists such as Quelle Chris and Pink Siifu add an extra touch to this complex, highly colorful creation, which occasionally ventures into something truly magical—an experience that may leave your head spinning yet fills you with joy.
Cleo Sol is set to headline the opening night of this year's All Points East festival. The artist will perform at Victoria Park in East London on August 15th, accompanied by
Lexa Gates from New York has released a new single titled 'Latency' through Capitol Records. The track, produced by Jasper Harris (known for his work with Baby Keem, Kendrick Lamar, and Lil Nas X),
For DOYOUNG, music has never been just a goal; it has always been a natural impulse. "From a young age, I constantly sang to myself," he shares. "It was a deeply
In the summer of 2005, I embarked on a driving vacation along the Scottish coast with my girlfriend, who was also, controversially, my boss at the time.
Dutch singer-songwriter Judy Blank has released her new single 'Toy Heart'. Available now, it offers a glimpse of her upcoming album 'Big Mood', set to be released on
A city recognized for its political significance and classical heritage is gradually transforming into a vibrant cultural center. The creative underground scene in Brussels is thriving.
A thick mixture adorned with splashes of color.