Music News
Ebro Darden and Star Involved in Heated Twitter War
The Boombox - 17 Jun 2014 21:48
The New York radio wars aren't a thing of the past -- they're flourishing this week. After radio personality Star (of 'Star and Bucwild' fame) took aim at Hot 97's 'The Morning Show' hosts for their recent comments again...
Watch Lana Del Rey's Bewitching, Surreal 'Shades of Cool' Video
SPIN - 17 Jun 2014 20:00
Lana Del Rey's spectral "Shades of Cool" now has a video to go with. Seen above, the Jake Nava-directed clip follows the movements of a ruggedly handsome older man -- through the streets of Los Angeles at night, and even...
Nike Air Force 1 Low 'Urban Jungle Gym'
The Boombox - 17 Jun 2014 18:30
Nike has a few silhouettes that make use of a kente cloth styled pattern along its upper and while it is a tangible throwback to the 90's it is also a look with a lineage built squarely in the inner city.
Michael Jackson Enters The Boombox Battle Hall of Fame
The Boombox - 17 Jun 2014 19:08
Michael Jackson may no longer be with us, but his legacy truly lives on as he becomes the second artist to be inducted into The Boombox Battle Hall of Fame.
Deadmau5 Selling His Nyan Cat-Themed Purrari on Craigslist
Day in Rock - 17 Jun 2014 17:35
EDM superstar Deadmau5 has generated all sorts of attention and headlines with his heavily customized Ferrari, which he's deemed a Purrari due to the car's Nyan Cat-themed exterior
Jason Mraz announces tour dates
Music News - 17 Jun 2014 18:42
Grammy award winning singer/songwriter Jason Mraz has announced details of his much-anticipated new album. YES! will be released via Atlantic Records on 14 July.
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga Take It to the Classroom
Hollywood Reporter - 17 Jun 2014 02:33
The superstars surprise students at the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts on the last day of classes with discussion, performance.
Bieber 'theft case rejected'
Music News - 17 Jun 2014 02:30
Justin Bieber will reportedly not face charges of robbery in California due to a lack of sufficient evidence.
'Ultraviolence' is the set of songs Lana Del Rey was invented to sing
Washington Post - 17 Jun 2014 02:20
Everyone used to be really mad at Lana Del Rey. She was a hack, a fraud, a blank-eyed Frankenstein born out of the imagination of a failed New York singer-songwriter once named Lizzy Grant. Or maybe she was created by an...
Critic's Notebook: Ariadne Greif's Searing Moment in Opera Cabal's 'Atthis'
The New York Times - 17 Jun 2014 23:37
The soprano Ariadne Greif ripped off strips of duct tape that bound her naked torso as part of Opera Cabal's powerful production of "Atthis" at the Kitchen.
How to create a new voice in music: the story of Galantis's quick rise to the top [Interview]
Ear Milk - 17 Jun 2014 23:34
There are many ways to measure an artist's impact on the industry in which they work. While many methods may be arbitrary, those that are measurable like monetary earnings, chart performance, radio play and polls seem to...
Zendaya says she's the right fit for Aaliyah role
Miami Herald - 17 Jun 2014 23:17
For anyone concerned about who would play Aaliyah in a film about her life, the girl who earned the role — 17-year-old Zendaya — says it mattered to her, too.
Electric Zoo Drug Deaths Spur More Drug-Screening Measures (Report)
Hollywood Reporter - 17 Jun 2014 00:03
Fatal ecstasy overdoses last summer have prompted music festivals to take extra pains to keep concertgoers safe.
Joell Ortiz Debuts 'House Slippers' Video
The Boombox - 17 Jun 2014 23:43
Joell Ortiz dons a robe at the kitchen table while detailing his struggles in the rap game in the new video for 'House Slippers.'
Chromeo Pretend To Invest In Budget Airline
Stereogum - 17 Jun 2014 23:31
Chromeo announced through multiple press releases today that both members, Dave 1 and P-Thugg, are now major equity holders in a new boutique airline called Mallard Air. Dave 1: “When Mallard approached us about share ...
Mary J. Blige Gets Celebratory in 'A Night to Remember' Video
The Boombox - 17 Jun 2014 23:30
Mary J. Blige debuts the new video for 'A Night to Remember,' a song featured on the 'Think Like a Man Too' movie soundtrack.
Music Review: DakhaBrakha Plays at the Global Beat Festival
The New York Times - 17 Jun 2014 23:25
The bands Poor Rich Boy and DakhaBrakha performed at the Global Beat Festival on Monday night.
Paul Simon and Edie Brickell's Disorderly Conduct Charges Dropped
Rolling Stone - 17 Jun 2014 23:25
Prosecutors will not pursue the misdemeanor disorderly conduct charges against Paul Simon and Edie B
Amazon is about to jump into smartphones
Miami Herald - 17 Jun 2014 23:17
Amazon, a company of seemingly boundless ambition, appears to be venturing into yet another market: smartphones.
Lou Reed Gear Up for Auction
Rolling Stone - 17 Jun 2014 23:15
Gearheads rejoice A number of items used by Lou Reed and his band over the years are going up for au
Kanye West Charms Cannes With His Moral Take on Brands and Culture
Hollywood Reporter - 17 Jun 2014 23:12
Controversial rapper also reveals what he really thinks about Apple's deal with Beats.
Lou Reed's Music Gear Will Sell on eBay
SPIN - 17 Jun 2014 23:11
Nearly eight months after the death of the late, great Lou Reed, the time has finally come to unload a portion of the massive amounts of musical equipment that he amassed over his lifetime, according to a post from his