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Roni Size ‘Brown Paper Bag’ | The Making Of A Drum & Bass Classic 0 (0)

Roni Size, the frontman of drum & bass collective Reprazent, shares the story behind their 1997 hit ‘Brown Paper Bag’. The track was part of their debut album ‘New Forms’; which later won a Mercury Prize. Not only considered innovative in sound; with it’s iconic double-bass, the track was accompanied by a creative music video. Roni Size gives us an insight into the bands origins, how the track was made in the studio and the legacy it holds. Electronic music history is rich with unforgettable and timeless classics. In our series, DJ Mag explores the tales behind some of the [See More…]

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DaBaby On Kanye’s Warehouse Studio, 50 Cent’s Support, Solo Mixtape, Lil Wayne & More | Drink Champs 0 (0)

In this episode of #DrinkChamps, #DaBaby talks about his journey in the music industry, with intimate details about his creative process and the issues he’s faced. DaBaby opens up about his experiences working with Ye formally known as #KanyeWest, and tells a story of recording in Kanye’s warehouse. DaBaby also discusses his relationship with 50 Cent, revealing how 50 became a mentor during the lows in his career. The conversation dives into DaBaby’s latest mixtape, his grassroots marketing, and his views on the current state of hip hop. Watch! -Find REVOLT on TV here: https://revolt.tv/providers Stay connected with REVOLT here: [See More…]

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J. Cole Reveals the Real Reason He Pulled Out of the Kendrick Lamar and Drake Beef 0 (0)

J. Cole Reveals the Real Reason He Pulled Out of the Kendrick Lamar and Drake Beef Check out the XXL store → https://shop.xxlmag.com/products/mc-lyricist-t-shirt J. Cole released the brand new song “Port Antonio,” which reveals the real reason he pulled out of the Kendrick Lamar rap battle. On the track, he also addresses Drake. It’s been six months since the North Carolina MC waved the white flag and bowed out of the beef between K-Dot and Drizzy. This past April, Cole even apologized to K-Dot on stage in front of thousands at his annual Dreamville Fest. Six months later, J. Cole [See More…]

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The Marías: Tiny Desk Concert 0 (0)

This Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, NPR Music celebrates artists from all corners of Latinidad with an ‘El Tiny’ takeover. Anamaria Sayre | October 9, 2024 Fresh off the release of its latest album Submarine, The Marías have never felt more ready-made for the Tiny Desk. With the first few chimes of the synth and notes from Maria Zardoya’s breathy vocals, the band makes it clear that there’s no better place to bring its bedroom pop style than this slightly bigger space. The indie band has been skyrocketing over the last few years with classic Spanglish hits like “Cariño” (featured [See More…]

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Eladio Carrión: Tiny Desk Concert 0 (0)

This Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, NPR Music celebrates artists from all corners of Latinidad with an ‘El Tiny’ takeover. Anamaria Sayre | October 7, 2024 English language hip-hop and Latin trap exist in two separate dimensions; Kansas-born, Puerto Rico-raised Eladio Carrión embodies both and neither at once. That’s perhaps a poetic reflection of a childhood spent as a military brat, moving from state to state, across the country that colonized his family’s island before settling back in Humacao. At the Tiny Desk, Carrión wasted no time putting that multicultural flow on full blast. He kicked things off with a [See More…]

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Ed Lover On Kanye’s Early Days, Jay-Z’s Evolution, BIG’s Death, Diddy Parties & More | Drink Champs 0 (0)

In this episode of #DrinkChamps, hip hop legend #EdLover sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN to dive deep into the golden era of hip hop. Ed shares behind the scenes stories from his iconic days hosting Yo! MTV Raps, including his first encounter with Wu-Tang Clan and the impact of the show on global hip hop culture. He tells a raw, firsthand account of the East Coast vs. West Coast rivalry, including his experiences during the tragic losses of 2Pac and Biggie. Ed also speaks on the genius of DMX, the evolution of Jay-Z, and the early days of [See More…]

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Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso: Tiny Desk Concert 0 (0)

This Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, NPR Music celebrates artists from all corners of Latinidad with an ‘El Tiny’ takeover. Anamaria Sayre | October 4, 2024 The Argentine power duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso breathe authenticity. They each came up in their own right in an urban scene buzzing with energy, ideas and true ingenuity. Argentina is a country notorious for unabashed expression. The country has been rocked by some of the most notable music moments in Latin America, from the inception rock en español, to waves of extreme censorship on artistic expression. Contemporary artists take nothing for granted when [See More…]

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Rita Payés: Tiny Desk Concert 0 (0)

Anamaria Sayre | October 2, 2024 Admiration is the spellbinding tenor of Rita Payés’ Tiny Desk performance. Flanked by mother Elisabeth Roma and husband Pol Batlle, the Spanish multi-instrumentalist’s presence at the Desk reflects the way she creates and lives her music: in the cradle of familial love. Payés performs a variety of Spanish jazz that is contemporary and nimble in its delivery, yet leans heavily on tradition. Born to a musical family in the same coastal town in Northern Spain where she now resides, she was raised surrounded by deep, musical tradition which she was able to identify as [See More…]

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Ryan Leslie On Harvard at 15, Cassie Discovery, Puff Mentorship, Stolen Laptop & More | Drink Champs 0 (0)

In this #DrinkChamps episode, #RyanLeslie opens up about his journey from Harvard prodigy to music innovator. The multi-talented artist and entrepreneur discusses his Superphone technology, early Bitcoin adoption, and the Wealth Plan initiative aimed at empowering artists financially. Leslie shares stories on working with industry moguls like Puff Daddy and Tommy Mottola, and reveals the story behind his collaboration with Nipsey Hussle. He also speaks on the challenges of transitioning from major labels to independence, offering a lesson in modern music business. Don’t miss this interview! -Find REVOLT on TV here: https://revolt.tv/providers Stay connected with REVOLT here: Download our app [See More…]