Music

  • Everythang Is Pinka With Monaleo!

    Everythang Is Pinka With Monaleo!

    Monaleo releases sparkling single Pinka featuring fellow Houston artist Teezo Touchdown along with music video. He likin’ how I talk with my grill in my mouthHe from the East Coast, want a bitch from the south Pinka embodies everything we know about Monaleo. Femininity, confidence, and pink! A catchy, fun anthem just in time to…

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  • Hemlocke Springs Turns the Observatory into a Neon Fairytale (May 17th)ย 

    Hemlocke Springs Turns the Observatory into a Neon Fairytale (May 17th)ย 

    The Observatory, known for its eccentric lineups, became the backdrop for a night that was anything but ordinary. The venue was smaller than expected, though it didn’t seem to deter fans by any means. I’ll be honest I walked into the venue not sure what to expect. Iโ€™d done an album review of Hemlocke Springs…

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  • Talking With Tank and The Bangas

    Talking With Tank and The Bangas

    Tank And The Bangas are to release the highly anticipated final installation to the “Balloon” trilogy with their album, The Last Balloon. AD: You guys just mentioned, you know, stepping outside the box, going against the grain. And that’s essentially what it means to be alternative. Do you consider yourselves alternative black people, and what’s…

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  • Under the Sea, Above the Noise: Hemlocke Springs’s Alt-Pop Breakthrough

    Under the Sea, Above the Noise: Hemlocke Springs’s Alt-Pop Breakthrough

    If youโ€™ve ever wanted proof that Black girls donโ€™t just bend genres, they can build entire universes out of glitter, nerves, and cosmic-level imagination, then look no further! Hemlock Springsโ€™ debut album,The Apple Under the Sea, arrives like a kaleidoscope prophecy. Hemlocke Springs, who first rocketed into the spotlight with her delightfully unhinged TikTok hit…

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  • Sleepless in Orlando

    Sleepless in Orlando

    Booting up the Xbox 360 with friends back in the day with plastic instruments was always a blast. You may be wondering what this has to do with this post. Well, back during Rock Band 2, I discovered Lacuna Coil and was instantly mesmerized by the voice of avid gamer and Playstation Partner Cristina Scabbia.…

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  • Trent Reznor Reinvents Himself Again as “Nine Inch Noize”

    Trent  Reznor Reinvents Himself Again as “Nine Inch Noize”

    This live-inspired, remix album, Nine Inch Noize, with electronic producer, Alexander Ridha, better known as Boys Noize, comes on the back of a legendary 30+ year career and two legs of the Peel It Back World Tour that started in June 2025, featuring a collaborative third act of the show, where Nine Inch Nails and…

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  • A Reclusive Day With Elmiene

    A Reclusive Day With Elmiene

    Elmiene debuted into the world of R&B back in 2022, and his unique and soulful sound has only made waves since then! From Oxford, the British artist uses inspiration from neo soul legends while blending timeless influences with his own modern twist. His newest album, Sounds For Someone, may be his greatest work yet, with…

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  • Zooming With Teezo Touchdown

    Zooming With Teezo Touchdown

    March 2026. One second, You are a Teezo Touchdown fan going about your day, minding your business. The next, You’re an office worker in a strategy meeting. Your boss? Mr. Vincent Staples, Aka, Teezo Touchdown. In a time where fans are becoming increasing more frustrated with the lack of connection to their favorite artist, Teezo…

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  • Benee Concert Gallery

    Benee Concert Gallery

    Don’t be a loser! From TikTok to your hometown! If you missed the show, that’s okay! Catch Benee in Dallas through the lens of contributor Jess Fagan! Opener Bayli Headliner Benee

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  • Dig D33p3r

    Dig D33p3r

    MikeWillMadeIt returns with unexpected collaboration with Ludacris and Teezo Touchdown D33p3r It’s 3 o’clock and it’s time to dig d33p. D33p3r is a featured single on MikeWiLLMadeIt’s album R3set, along with Standing O and Rooms. You have to be careful where you play D33p3r. This song definitely makes you want to go d33p if you…

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