SoundCloud, no matter the frustration frequently voiced by users and creators alike, continues trying new things to keep its collective head above water, and the latest changes they've implemented are actually (somewhat) a step in a positive direction. Instead of seemingly random "Related Tracks" that auto-play after listening to a song, the site has designated a brand new … [Read more...]
The Grammys Allow Streaming-Only Songs To Be Nominated
Today marked an important change in The Grammy nomination process that allows songs only available via streaming to be considered for the award. This is big news for upcoming artists and could instigate an interesting (and hopefully more diverse) shift in the entire landscape of the accolades. Here's a statement from Bill Freimuth, the Academy’s Senior Vice President of Awards, … [Read more...]
Diplo Has Some Interesting Words About EDM After Winning Billboard’s 3rd Annual Power List of DJs and Execs
Diplo has been named dance artist of the year in Billboard's annual power list of musicians and music execs. After resounding success with Jack Ü and his other project Major Lazer, it's no surprise that this kingpin of EDM has made it to the top of the list. Along with the list, Billboard also did a feature on Diplo that sheds a lot of light into his past, his current … [Read more...]
Kanye West Drops “Ultralight Prayer” Easter Sunday
What artist would you expect to release a single on Easter Sunday? Kanye West, of course. It's only appropriate that he graces us with yet another update of his much-discussed, The Life of Pablo. The track "Ultralight Prayer" is an alternate version of the album's original opener "Ultralight Beam," carried by the vocals of Kirk Franklin, Kelly Price and a gospel choir. Devoid … [Read more...]
Danny Brown Has An Album On The Way
It’s been a second since Danny Brown put out a full-length project. FACT previewed an interview with Fool’s Gold’s Nick Catchdubs, who indicates Danny “Is in the captain’s chair with his music,” and has in fact recorded new material. But it’s not dropping yet. Catchdubs’ bold statement suggests the Detroit artist is taking a calculated approach to this album: “Like … [Read more...]
Pretty Lights Releases Cryptic Messages Via Social Media
Pretty Lights had had his fans buzzing for a few days now after a few cryptic posts and a haunting video across a few social media platforms. Pretty Lights is no stranger to innovation, for his last album release he recorded all original samples and had them pressed to vinyl before ripping them for his new tracks, so what could these new social media messages mean? It all … [Read more...]
Spring Awakening Music Festival Leaving Soldier Field; Expands to Jackson Park
Spring Awakening Music Festival is all set to celebrate its fifth year. The young electronic music festival which has called Soldier Field its home for the last 4 years is in for a migration. Spring Awakening 2016 will call Jackson Park, site of the historic World's Fair' its home for the year. "Over the past year we've explored potential venues that have bigger footprints, … [Read more...]
Bonnaroo Accidentally Leaks 2016 Lineup
Originally scheduled to be released on the Conan O'Brien Show next Tuesday, Bonnaroo's highly-anticipated lineup dropped early thanks to an accidental update on the festival's app. While the leak excludes the event's main headliners, we certainly aren't complaining. Featuring Adventure Club, J.Cole, Cashmere Cat, Griz and more, it looks like it's gonna be another great year for … [Read more...]
