Snoop Lion “Reincarnated” Documentary

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As legendary hip-hop artist Snoop Dogg traveled to Jamaica, submerging himself in the Rastafarian culture to return as reggae musician Snoop Lion, the Long Beach native brought along a camera crew to document his journey both within and without. Matc...

Daft Punk: “We Both Have a Superhero Ego”

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With the electro-duo’s highly anticipated Random Access Memories now less than a month away, Daft Punk’s Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter have followed up pieces with Rolling Stone and Le Nouvel Observateur with yet anothe...

Kanye West to Perform on the Season 38 Finale of SNL

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SNL confirmed via Twitter today that Kanye West will indeed be the headlining musical guest for the finale of the 38th season of the NBC late-night sketch comedy show. Long rumored, West’s appearance will coincide with Ben Affleck’s fifth...

Jimmy Kimmel Live Pokes Fun at Coachella Attendees and “Obscure” Bands

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Jimmy Kimmel isn’t exactly known for his journalistic prowess, yet a recently aired piece covering Coachella 2013 definitely shines light on an oft-ignored topic. In the latest installment of a segment called ‘Lie Witness News,’ Kim...

Daft Punk Detail ‘Random Access Memories’ Track By Track

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After revealing some secrets to Rolling Stone, Daft Punk’s Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter sat down with French publication Le Nouvel Observateur to provide a track-by-track breakdown of their upcoming Random Access Memories. T...

HYPETRAK TV: Shlohmo – Atmosphere in Sound

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It’s hard to pinpoint Shlohmo these days. That could be because he’s been on the move – sonically and physically – over the past couple of months. The Los Angeles native has recently attracted attention for his brand of lo-fi...

Twitter Unveils Twitter #music

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Twitter took to the set of Good Morning America today to unveil its long-rumored standalone music service. Aptly dubbed “Twitter #music,” the service provides a new way of discovering music by detecting trending artists and allowing users...

Check Out the Preview for Pharrell’s Latest ARTST TLK with Usher

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Multitalented pop superstar Usher recently took some time out from his new coaching gig on NBC’s The Voice to sit down with Pharrell for the latest episode of ARTST TLK on the Reserve Channel. The ensuing conversation between the longtime frien...

Daft Punk Reveal Secrets of ‘Random Access Memories’

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As the expected May 21 release date for Random Access Memories draws close, Daft Punk continues to reveal small details of their highly anticipated fourth album. The French electronic duo sat down with Rolling Stone to speak on their process in creat...

Pharrell Sheds Light on His Collaboration with Daft Punk

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After this weekend’s preview of “Get Lucky,” an irresistibly catchy cut from Daft Punk’s forthcoming Random Access Memories, Pharrell sits down with VICE and The Creators Project to discuss the details of his work on the album...

Wu-Tang Clan – Protect Ya Neck (Live at Coachella 2013)

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Now in its third decade of existence, the Wu-Tang Clan has no need to remind us that its collection of legendary MCs is nothing to f**k with, however from time to time the Staten Island natives converge on one stage to show the industry why they are...

Daft Punk Working with Pharrell Williams, Julian Casablancas and More

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To add to the flourishing buzz on their upcoming Random Access Memories album drop, Daft Punk revealed during their Coachella set that collaborations with the likes of Pharrell Williams, The Strokes’ Julian Casablancas, Nile Rodgers, Animal Col...

HYPETRAK TV: Bodega Bamz – At Close Range

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The release of Strictly 4 My P.A.P.I.Z a couple of months ago bore several statements for New York rap. One, it fused the legacy of intentionally gritty, boom-bap aesthetics with the energetic, trap-influenced thump of today. Secondly, and perhaps mo...

Reebok Drops Rick Ross After “U.O.E.N.O” Controversy

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Following a slew of controversy with lyrics classified as “pro-rape,” Reebok has decided to end its partnership with Rick Ross. The controversy stems from Ross’s “U.O.E.N.O.” single, and in particular the line “Put...

A-Trak & So Me Unite for adidas Originals

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This next installment continues the exciting endeavors behind adidas Originals’ “unite all originals” campaign, showing two artisans of equal calibers of their own field in a colossal collision. Here, So Me provides his trademark ar...