Lil Nas X has developed into a singularly defining figure of his generation. He is an internet adept, multimedia jester, social provocateur, video visionary, purveyor of a young-gifted-and-gay-and-Black pleasure principle, and scourge of scolds and bigots. The remaining question, however, has been whether he’s equally vital as a musician. After surfacing […]
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The Best Albums of 2021 (so far)
This year has already given us a slew of excellent releases, including breakthrough debuts from Olivia Rodrigo, Pink Sweat$ and J. Cole, revelatory R&B from Jazmine Sullivan and Dawn Richard, thrilling indie-rock from Julien Baker and Dry Cleaning, and excellent new work from reliable stars like Eric Church, the Foo […]
Billie Eilish Answers Questions From Justin Bieber & 22 Other Famous Fans
Makes You Feel Good”: Billie Eilish On New Music, Power Dynamics, And Her Internet-Breaking Transformation Voice of a generation. Avatar of internet mega-fame. Icon of body positivity. A lot rests on Billie Eilish’s 19-year-old shoulders. The pop superstar speaks up about her latest transformation, new music and living life on […]
Drake Mentions Kanye West On NewSong & Fans Are Confused By The Lyrics
So, is the rivalry over? Or did Drake just add another chapter in his on-going Kanye West feud by mentioning Yeezy in his new song? Hip-hop fans aren’t certain what Drake did on ‘Wants & Needs.’ Drake got hip-hop Twitter talking after mentioning Kanye West on “Wants and Needs,” one of the three […]