Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith has curated a new compilation album called Breathing Instruments, featuring new songs from Emily A. Sprague, Julianna Barwick, Mary Lattimore, and more. Each artist was directed to create a song that “accentuate the ways in which instruments sound like they are breathing.” The compilation is due out August 14 via Smith’s label
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Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Dr. Phil has some ideas about how best to help Kanye West, or anyone coping with bipolar disorder, and says it’s all about protecting him from himself … on several levels. The good doc joined us Friday on “TMZ Live” to discuss a tactic known as “containment.” He says it’s
Texas can’t hold ‘em – great music that is! Though this is his third single released, Amir Beats’ “Got ‘Em Throwin’ Dollars” is a twerk-worthy track coming out of Houston. A flashy woman, high costs and fleeting beats in deep in the jersey-meets-leather fabric of this song. Littered with Beats’ voice that juggles a load
With so much good music being released all the time, it can be hard to determine what to listen to first. Every week, Pitchfork offers a run-down of significant new releases available on streaming services. This week’s batch includes new albums, mixtapes, and EPs from Taylor Swift, Jessy Lanza, Flo Milli, Katie Dey, Boldy James
Exclusive A status hearing on Britney Spears‘ conservatorship never went down this week … because a group of people who had nothing to do with the case refused to get off the Zoom call so the judge could conduct a confidential hearing. The plan was routine — every 3 months or so, the judge calls
Big Thief are hosting a virtual songwriting and creativity workshop tomorrow (July 24) through the Brooklyn Music Factory, benefiting the mutual-aid project The People’s Bodega. It’s open to the public with a donation. See more details and register here. After releasing U.F.O.F. and Two Hands last year, Big Thief shared demos from those sessions in
Kanye West has a steady stream of close friends showing up in Wyoming — the latest being Damon Dash, who he took for an essential items shopping trip. It appears Dame arrived at Ranch West sometime Wednesday, and the duo hit up the Walmart in nearby Cody … wearing face masks to enter, as required.
DMX and Snoop Dogg went head-to-head in the latest Verzuz battle tonight (July 22). During the match, both men ran through their hits, praising each other and jumping on each other’s songs the entire time. DMX said he was inspired by Snoop to write “Get at Me Dog,” and later, sang along to Nate Dogg’s
There are few underground scenes in North America, and truly the whole world, as vibrant and diverse as Southern California’s is, and this summer, one of its many underrated gems – Dizzy Box Nine – is back with a collection of melodic tracks you’ll definitely want to hear. In Faster Than Anticipation, Dizzy Box Nine get
It’s easy to feel empathy for full time piano player/keyboardist, singer/songwriter, entertainer Marc Dorian. He’s really taking it on the chin in his new down-on-his luck tale, “End Of The Tunnel”. Keep rooting for him, because even though the lyrics suggest a different take, his eternally optimistic voice leaves you smiling and basking in his peculiar
The new single “Darkest Hour” from DawgGone Davis featuring Chago G Williams is a reflection of the times. Part heartache and having semblances of inspirational shout outs, “Darkest Hour” is a slow cadence, with transformative rock vibes, that gives a one-of-a-kind rapper like DawgGone a soapbox. Count “Darkest Hour” as keeping tabs on something new
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Tinashe says diving headfirst into the fight for social justice and the Black Lives Matter movement helped her cope with the pandemic … and gives her hope for a better future. The R&B singer joined us Wednesday on “TMZ Live” and told us how she found her purpose in the
Trevor Drury is not just another pretty face. Well, he is a pretty face – the male face for Tom Ford’s 2016 Fall campaign, Drury brings that same confidence and style to his new single “Second Chances”. Distinctly honest and a bit Anthony Kiedis-esque aloof, Drury’s magnetic vocals in the pop rock/ genre bending song
Perfume Genius performed on a remote episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon! last night (July 21). Mike Hadreas and co. performed “On the Floor” and—in a web exclusive—“Jason” from Set My Heart on Fire Immediately. Andy Samberg was also a guest on the show. He stopped by to talk about weddings, Mad Men,
Jennifer Lopez said love don’t cost a thing, but getting her dune buggies out of the tow yard’s another story … as she quickly learned when her trip to the beach got cut short. So, here’s what happened … J Lo and her crew were dressed and ready for some fun in the sun Tuesday
The acoustic guitar and plucky ukulele never sounded so decorous as it does alongside the alchemy-laced voice of Anna May. May’s exquisite I’m Still Thinking Of You weaves its wonderful thread through poetic tapestry and stirring echoes of folk singers before her and the droplets of coffee house sojourners wanting to mimic someone like May.
Tomorrow night (July 22), J. Cole is releasing the new songs “The Climb Back” and “Lion King on Ice.” They’re the first two tracks being released from Cole’s long-teased next album The Fall Off. J. Cole produced “The Climb Back” and co-produced “Lion King on Ice” with jetsonmade and “MIDDLE CHILD” collaborator T-Minus and. Check
Britney Spears‘ old digs — the home that served as the backdrop when the singer went into free fall, shaved her head and ended up being involuntarily committed — is back on the market, and anyone who still has millions of bucks can now get it for a steal. The pop singer’s former Beverly Hills
Sylvan Esso have announced their third album. It’s called Free Love and it arrives September 25 via Loma Vista. The announcement comes with a new single called “Ferris Wheel.” Check out the “Ferris Wheel” music video below. Free Love marks the first full-length from the North Carolina duo since 2017’s What Now. Sylvan Esso said,
Breaking News Nicki Minaj‘s intent to become a mom has finally come to fruition, ’cause she’s confirming what a lot of her fans have suspected … she’s PREGNANT!!! Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. The rapper made the surprise announcement Monday morning on Instagram, posting a photo of herself looking at least
The DJ Marea Stamper has dropped the stage name the Black Madonna. After online pressure, including a petition that attracted more than 1,000 signatures, Stamper has adopted the stage name the Blessed Madonna, she announced in a tweet Monday morning (July 20). “My artist name has been a point of controversy, confusion, pain and frustration
2:36 PM PT — The live stream is getting insane. Kanye is sobbing, saying even if Kim divorces him she brought North into the world. Kanye West is trading his Sunday Service for a campaign junket. The standard-bearer of the Birthday Party will travel to South Carolina Sunday for his first campaign event. Ye will
Kanye West is set to hold the first formal campaign event of his proposed presidential run, according to reports by ABC News and Politico. The event will take place today (July 19) at the Exquis Event Center in North Charelston, South Carolina, according to a campaign document viewed by Politico. According to the reports, the
Exclusive Pop Smoke‘s alleged murderers were tracked down by LAPD detectives the old-fashioned way … there were no shortcuts or easy breaks. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … the big break in the case leading to the arrests of 4 men allegedly connected to the rapper’s death didn’t come from a tipster, but instead from
Mykki Blanco has claimed that they’ve not been paid for their feature on Teyana Taylor’s K.T.S.E. song “WTP.” Mykki also claimed “it took [one] year with the help of [her] lawyer to get credited on the song,” and they asked fans to stop streaming the track. Mykki wrote: The reason I have gone public with
Kanye West‘s presidential campaign just keeps rolling along, and he’s now setting his sights on South Carolina … where he’s trying to grab enough signatures to get on the November ballot. Kanye posted a tweet, urging S.C. voters to support him with a signature. His petition reads, “I am signing to put Kanye West on
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that indoor concerts and performances will begin in England as early as August 1, as Billboard reports and UK culture secretary Oliver Dowden confirmed in a tweet. The plan marks phase four of England’s five-stage reopening strategy for live events. Social distancing will be enforced at the indoor
Exclusive Details Tory Lanez allegedly opened fire on Megan Thee Stallion early Sunday morning after arguing with her and her friend … according to sources directly connected to the investigation. We’re told the argument started after the group left a Hollywood Hills party together in the chauffeur-driven SUV, and at some point, Megan and her
Perry Farrell has announced a new box set called Perry Farrell – The Gliz; The Glamour. It gathers highlights from his decades-long solo career, beginning with his pre-Jane’s Addiction band Psi Com all the way through last year’s solo record Kind Heaven, in addition to remixes, B-sides, and other rarities from his catalog. The substantial
Exclusive The #FreeBritney movement has re-emerged in a big way, with lots of people spinning conspiracy theories that she’s being held against her will … but they got the story wrong. Folks on social media have been alarmed by Britney Spears posting a gaggle of dance and fashion show videos. They’re odd, to say the