From the Site
'Montero' Is Lil Nas X's Portrait on Fire
September 23, 2021
Lil Nas X has the power to shape culture as we know it.
midwxst Is 'Back in Action'
September 22, 2021
<i>Back in Action</i> sees midwxst leveraging everything from digicore, hip-hop, and hyperpop to deliver a controlled bout of chaos.
KayCyy's "ASTK!" Takes Us on the Trip of a Lifetime Ahead of His Debut Project
September 16, 2021
The Kanye West protegée is up next.
wolfacejoeyy Is Subverting Expectations With Each New Release
September 16, 2021
wolfacejoeyy refuses to be pigeonholed into a single sound or idea.
99 Neighbors Quietly Dropped One of the Most Breathtaking Tracks of the Year
September 13, 2021
"N. Michigan Gospel" is a testament to the Vermont art-rap collective's unbridled creative promise.
Park Hye Jin Creates a World All Her Own on 'Before I Die'
September 13, 2021
In her debut project, Park regularly challenges preconceived notions of what dance music is and ought to be.
Jazz Cartier Blossoms Anew on the Explosive 'The Fleur Print'
September 13, 2021
Cartier pulls no punches on <i>The Fleur Print</i>, returning with a seasoned combination of styles old and new.
Baby Keem Makes His Case For Album of the Year With 'The Melodic Blue'
September 10, 2021
One of hip-hop's most anticipated projects is finally here.
Saint Bodhi Stays True to Herself on the Fearless 'Antisocial'
September 10, 2021
<i>Antisocial</i> feels like a reckless measurement of societal bullshit, a purge of nonsense for genuine feelings.
Abhi the Nomad Sets His Eyes on the Universe
September 2, 2021
In his fourth studio album, Abhi the Nomad delivers a perfect blend of hip-hop, funk, and R&B.
'Birds of Prey: The Album' Dismantles Sexist Myths One Female Lead at a Time
February 7, 2020
A much-needed step-up from Jared Leto's cringe-inducing Joker.
Vince Staples' Self-Titled Album Presents an Unflinching Look at the Artist
July 9, 2021
Vince Staples is a representation of who the artist was and who he has grown to be.
Brianna Castro Returns to "Do It Again"
September 29, 2021
"Do It Again" proves that Brianna Castro's star is still rising.
Rahli Carves Out His Niche in the Versatile 'Still Big Rallo From Lorna'
May 6, 2020
With exceptional flexibility, Rahli's sophomore tape recognizes the pitfalls of being a one-trick pony.
CHLOBOCOP and Lee Scott's "BELL ME BACK" Is Nothing Short of Intoxicating
April 13, 2020
CHLOBOCOP is ready to dominate the rap game.
Who Is Kenny Mason? | Kenny Mason on Frank Ocean and Copping a PS5
August 12, 2021
Meet the Atlanta rapper with an intoxicating, genre-bending vision for rap.
Easy Life's 'Junk Food' Is a Brilliant Showing of Their Peerless Dexterity
January 10, 2020
Balancing sun-soaked fun with a somber wit, Easy Life's latest mixtape sees them carving out their own niche.
The 15 Best Albums of 2019 (So Far)
June 12, 2019
Don't sleep on Aries, Stella Donnelly, and more.
GoldLink Digs Deep in Experimental Album with Power Collaborators, 'Diaspora'
June 12, 2019
+ Catch Goldlink on tour with Tyler, The Creator this fall.
Peach Tree Rascals Is Cruising Through the "Summa" with the Sunniest Flow
August 7, 2019
Influenced by Kendrick Lamar and John Mayer, the Bay Area collective fuses alternative jazz, funk and hip hop into their self-released discography.