New Music - The Scene Aesthetic

15 If You're A Bird (Acoustic) by CommonRevolt
The Scene Aesthetic released an acoustic version of "If You're A Bird."

New Music Video - Yellowcard "For You, And Your Denial"

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New Music Video - Steel Train "Bullet"

If you had fun like this in high school, you had a far better time than I did.

Panic! At the Disco European Spring Tour Dates

04.28 Portsmouth, UK at Pyramids
04.29 Norwich, UK at Waterfront
04.30 Manchester, UK at Academy 2
05.02 Glasgow, UK at Garage
05.03 Birmingham, UK at HMV Library
05.04 London, UK at O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
05.06 Cologne, GER at Luxor
05.07 Hamburg, GER at Grunspan
05.08 Berlin, GER at Astra
05.10 Amsterdam, NTL at Melkweg
05.11 Antwerp, BEL at Trix
05.12 Paris, FRA at La Cigale
05.13 Lille, FRA at l'Aeroneuf

Patrick Stump Announces New Concert Dates

Hopefully, he will announce a DC tour date soon.

04/03 Chicago Schubas Tavern
04/04 Chicago Schubas Tavern
04/05 Boston Great Scott
04/06 Boston Great Scott
04/08 Philadelphia Balcony at Trocadero
04/09 New York Joe's Pub
04/10 New York Joe's Pub
04/11 New York Joe's Pub
04/13 Los Angeles Hotel Cafe
04/15 San Francisco Hotel Utah Saloon

New Music Video - Lady GaGa "Born This Way"

Thoughts?

Freesylin' - Kanye West and Mos Def

Kanye and Mos Def at The Blue Note Ft. Robert Glasper Experiment by cisconyc
Kanye West and Mos Def were surprise guest at the Robert Glasper Experiment show at the Blue Note in NY on Saturday. The crowd sounds hype for almost every line West spits. I don't think Kanye is the best freestyler, but he goes pretty hard in his own way. And Mos Def is his usual awesome self.

New Music Video - Patrick Stump "Spotlight(Oh Nostalgia)"

Patrick Stump just released the video for his single "Spotlight(Oh Nostalgia)." I like it; it actually has something to do with the song. But I still prefer the (Oh Regrets) version.

New Music - Beach House

Apparently this is a work in progress, so it is possible the finished product will be different.

Live and In Color - Jessie Boykins III

I loved being presently surprised. A couple of my friends and I decided to go out on Friday, thinking we were going to see Bilal. When we get there, the surprisingly friendly staff at The Park informed us he was not coming. We realized that we misread the eblast about the event that night. Since we had braved the bastardly cold wind, we decided to stay. Good thing we did because Jessi Boykins III put on a good show. He was engaged, entertaining, and energetic(didn't mean for the aliteration). His backing band really made the show; each instrument shined and came together as a solid whole. I liked the performance and music so much I did a rare thing these days; I purchased one of his physical cds their on the spot.

Just Cause - Throw Me The Statue "About To Walk"

Mike Posner Rolls In The Deep

Mike Posner covered Adele's, perfect lead single, "Rolling In The Deep." This is the best cover of this song I have heard so far. He completely makes it his own; making the track more club-ish or dj-ish.

Live Music - Rockie Fresh at All Star Weekend

Rockie Fresh and Rick Ross performed at the All Star Saturday Night after-party. I'm sure he made a lot of new fans from this performance.

Live Music - Childish Gambino "Freaks and Geeks"

My future ex-boyfriend makes me giddy like a little school girl; he is so swag(like he would say). And Ludwig Goransson is super talented and doesn't get enough credit.

The White House Celebrates Black History Month With Motown Tribute

On Thursday, several artists, including John Legend and Nick Jonas, had the honor of performing the music from the iconic Motown record label along side Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder. The tribute was recorded, but wont air on PBS until later this year; sort of defeating the point of it being a Black History Month celebration. Go over to NME to read more.

XXL Freshman Class: Fred The Godson

I'm not feeling it, but then again I'm not the best authority on this type of rap.

New Music Video - Childish Gambino "Freaks and Geeks"

Freaks and Geeks from Donald Glover on Vimeo.

This is his first music video. I am a super fan-girl for Childish Gambino, so I can't even compose myself. I love this video for its simplicity and how much fun it looks like he had.

Childish Gambino FINALLY Announces US Tour

I CAN'T WAIT!!!!

16-Apr Ames, IA - Iowa State Center

18-Apr Boulder, CO - Fox Theatre

19-Apr Salt Lake City, UT - Vertigo at the Complex

21-Apr Seattle, WA - Neumos

22-Apr Vancouver, BC - The Rio Theatre

23-Apr Portland, OR - Aladdin Theater

26-Apr Solana Beach, CA - Belly Up

27-Apr Los Angeles, CA - The Music Box (Henry Fonda Theatre)

28-Apr San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore

30-Apr Las Vegas, NV - Hard Rock Café

New Childish Gambino Remixes

Listen to and download the Cheap Thrills remix here. And the Brenton Duvall remix here.

New Music - Yung Joc ft. Wale and Young Dose "All Dat Ass"

It's nothing special, but I can hear them playing it in clubs. Wale has the best verse of course. Download this and other Yung Joc tracks here.

Young The Giant Perform "St. Walker" On Fuel TV

I love this song; one of my favorite tracks on the album.

New Music - Cool Kids "Bundle Up"

BBD Potentially Starts a Trend On Late Night w/ Jimmy Fallon

Bell Biv DeVoe sort of reunited to perform "Poison" on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. Once again proving that Jimmy Fallon's show has become the go to show for artist new or classic to capture audiences. Everyone loved it so much, Questlove has petitioned his twitter followers to petition Late Night to bring more old school R&B artist to the show. Potentially, this could be a whole week of similar artist like Guy and ABC. All I know is whoever does the artist booking deserves a raise. Watch the web exclusive encore performance after the jump.

30 Seconds to Mars and The US Marine Corp

30 Seconds To Mars perfomed on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, with members of The US Marine Corp. For being sick, Jared sounds pretty great. The same cold prevented him from performing on Lopez Tonight; which was an awesome bromantical interview. If you haven't seen it, watch it after the jump.

Album Preview: Marsha Ambrosius "Late Nights & Early Mornings"

Listening Session for Marsha Ambrosius' "Late Nights & Early Mornings" Album - Washington, DC: February 21, 2011 from Mary Nichols (DJ Fusion) on Vimeo.

I'm still a little bitter about this, but Marsha Ambrosius previewed her new album 'Late Nights & Early Mornings' at U Street Music Hall in DC on Monday night. I am bitter because I didn't know she was going to be there until that night, and I was too tired from coming back from a trip to go. But it's okay, because someone was kind enough to post video of it.

New-ish Discovery - Alex Winston

Alex Winston is another up and coming female singer who is getting attention for her unique voice and musicality. The Detroit native would fit perfectly on a bill with Florence & the Machine or Jack Penate. I might catch her when she comes to town next month. Download her song "Locomotive" here.

XXL Freshman Class: Yelawolf

Yelawolf, aka Catfish Billy, mixes southern rock and rap to spit in a unique voice. And luckily being signed by the best white rapper and one of the best rappers period, Eminem, hasn't made people focus on his race. He is not my favorite up and coming rapper, but I can see why he is getting a lot of buzz. Especially amongst those who like artists like UGK and Three Six Mafia. Hopefully, he won't go the way of Bubba Sparks. Watch him in his home town below.

XXL Freshman Class: Lil Twist

The Young Money signed artist is another one of these barely teenagers trying to takeover. Honestly, I think he needs a little work; Bow Wow was better than him when he was only 7. Considering Bow Wow's current status that doesn't mean that much I guess. I will give this one a little time to make my final judgment, but if he and his voice don't grow up he will be a lost cause. I would have replaced him with Tyler The Creator on the list, but hey what do I know.

XXL Freshman Class: Diggy Simmons

I had watched a few videos of Diggy Simmons rapping before his cypher on the same BET awards as CyHi Da Prince, but it wasn't until that show that I realized just how talented Simmons is. The barely teenager, shamed his older brother, Jojo, and some of the other established artists. These kids nowadays are wasting now time showing what they got, and how hard they are willing to work to get to the top. Watch out twenty somethings, the talent is only getting younger. Diggy comes in at the 1:47 mark.

XXL Freshman Class: CyHi Da Prynce

CyHi Da Prynce caught my attention when he was part of the cypher, above, on the BET Awards a while back. He held his on against Kanye West and Common. Further solidifying his place as one of the most likely to succeed up and comers, Kanye showcased CyHi's talent on his latest album and G.O.O.D Friday releases. If you don't know CyHi yet, get familiar.

XXL Freshman Class - Big K.R.I.T

The Mississippi rapper probably made the list because of the buzz from his Big K.R.I.T Wuz Here mixtape he released last year.

XXL Freshman Class: Meek Mill

Following Wale, Meek Mill has been added to the Maybach Music group. Rick Ross is really trying to make his new imprint the best in the game.

New Music - Foo Fighters "Rope"

Rope by Foo Fighters

TV On the Radio Announce Tour Dates

04-08 Philadelphia, PA - Electric Factory
04-09 Charlottesville, VA - Jefferson Theatre
04-10 Baltimore, MD - Rams Head Live
04-13 New York, NY - Radio City Music Hall
04-16 Boston, MA - House of Blues
04-17 Montreal, Quebec - Metropolis
04-18 Toronto, Ontario - Sound Academy
04-20 Detroit, MI - St. Andrew's Hall
04-23-24 Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
04-25 Denver, CO - Ogden Theatre
06-22 Zagreb, Croatia - T Mobile Inmusic Festival
07-03 London, England - Wireless Festival
07-08 Bilbao, Spain - BBK Live Festival

Quadron US Tour Date

Quadron will be opening for Raphael Saadiq on the following tour dates.

March 15th – Dallas, TX; House of Blues
March 16th – Austin, TX; SXSW
March 19th – New Orleans, LA; House of Blues
March 20th – Houston, TX; House of Blues
March 22nd – Los Angeles, CA; House of Blues

New Music Video - Foreign Exchange "Authenticity"

The Foreign Exchange- "Authenticity" (official music video) from The Foreign Exchange on Vimeo.

The star of this video, James Paul Schwartz, can get it. As Donald Glover would say.

New Music - Kenna "Chains"

Chains (feat. Shimmy Hoffa) by KennaChannel
I've missed Kenna. His music always sounds like he makes it for himself first and foremost. And I think that is the best thing you can do as an artist of any art.

Chris Brown Releases Tracklist For 'F.A.M.E'

1. Deuces (Explicit Version) featuring Tyga & Kevin McCall
2. Up 2 You
3. No Bullshit (Explicit Version)
4. Look At Me Now (Explicit Version) featuring Lil Wayne & Busta Rhymes
5. She Ain’t You
6. Say It With Me
7. Yeah 3x (Explicit Version)
8. Next 2 You featuring Justin Bieber
9. All Back
10. Wet The Bed featuring Ludacris
11. Oh My Love
12. Should’ve Kissed You
13. Beautiful People featuring Benny Benassi

Cool Kids Announce New Album

One of my favorite lesser known hip hop acts, The Cool Kids, will be releasing an album, "When Fish Ride Bicycles," on Mountain Dew's Green Label Sound. Read more about there new album here.

New Music - Lupe Fiasco "All Black Everything"

Listen to it here. I can picture riding around in the summer, bumping it in a car.

New-ish Music Video - Jessie Ware & Sampha "Valentine

Diddy Drops A Last Train To Paris Mixtape

LoveLove Vs HateLove, is apparently about the two options of how one can feel about love. "You can either hate love or love love." The mixtape is just as good as the album; not horrible, not extraordinary, with some solid tracks. Actually, as a whole, I think I like the mixtape better, except I don't like the mixtape version of "Shades." But once again, if someone else was singing I would probably like it more; Diddy's voice just annoys me. Download the mixtape for free here.

Coldplay Announced As T In The Park Headliner

The festival, held in Scotland, announced today that Coldplay will be headlining. Other big names include, Arctic Monkeys and The Foo Fighters. Go here for the complete line up.

Young The Giant Cover Adele

YOUNG THE GIANT - ROLLING IN THE DEEP (Adele cover, Dermot O'Leary BBC Radio 2) by rollinginthedeep
Young The Giant played an acoustic version of Adele's "Rolling In The Deep" for Denis O'Leary's BBC Radio 2 show.

New Music - Paramore "In The Morning"

Paramore performed their new song "In The Morning" for the first time at their concert in Brasilia.

Lil Kim Continues to Be Immature With "Black Friday"

NSFW!!

Theophilus London and Sara Quin Perform On David Letterman

He looks ridiculous and sounds bad when he tries singing the chorus, but I still love this song. I think the sound was off in general actually, hmm.

Local Flavor - Carolyn Malachi

DC native and multi-threat, Carolyn Malachi was nominated for a 2011 Grammy in the Best Urban Alternative Performance for her single "Orion;" which I love. She blends spoken word, R&B, jazz, and a bit of pop to create that eyes half open, head nodding music that many crave but few attempt to produce nowadays. With jazz in her blood, her great grandfather

Timbaland Thursdays - "Mentally"

Timbo announced his latest Timbaland Thursday entry to be more of the pop-esque sound that people seemed to like on his Shock Value albums. I agree that it has pop in it, but it is not really like his Shock Value stuff. In the sense that it isn't as good as that stuff. Listen to the track here. What do you think?

OFWGKTA IOLNWJF

That reads:Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All Impress On Late Night With Jimmy Fallon.
Questlove was so impressed by the twelve man group from Cali, he made a twit bet about how they would be trending once the show aired. He wasn't the only member of the music elite to show his support, Mos Def dropped by just to watch them perform. And my new favorite music suggester, Patrick Stump, and my new favorite rapper Childish Gambino aka Donald Glover gave their thumbs up.

A Heart Is A Spade Interviews Ellie Goulding

Go here to read what Goulding thinks of her American fans and more.

The Legendary: A Film About The Roots

I'm surprised no one has done a documentary on The Roots before. Or have they? Anyway, someone did, its a mini-doc but a doc none the less.

Patrick Stump Annouces EP Release

"Formal album releases take so much time to prepare, I'd like to announce the release of Truant Wave, a digital EP I've put together of songs I felt strongly about but didn't have place for within the narrative of Soul Punk. Having recorded Soul Punk as the sole performer and writer, creating Truant Wave also presented a welcome opportunity for me to work with some of my gifted friends on my solo material. Anyway, I'm psyched on this EP, hope you like it. See you on the road."

Truant Wave Track List

New Mixtape: Nic Paper 'Cash It Or Plastic'

Listen to and download Nic Paper's new mixtape 'Cash It Or Plastic' here.

New Music Video - J. Cole ft. Drake "In The Morning"

You will absolutely not be missing anything if you do not watch this video. The model, actress, whatever she is is cute, but that is all I came away with. It's nothing you haven't seen before.

New Music Video - Rockie Fresh "A.C. Green"

Rockie Fresh - "A.C. Green" Official Video from Davy Greenberg for Elephilms on Vimeo.
After a few push backs, Rockie Fresh's video for "A.C. Green" was finally premiered yesterday courtesy of Complex.com.

Katy Perry ft. Kanye West - "E.T" Remix

Go to idolator.com to listen. It's not really a remix more of a cameo; Kanye spits a little at the beginning and does a little on the bridge.  Nothing to write home about. I like his cameo on 30 Seconds To Mars "Hurricane" better.

New-ish Discovery - The Shoes

THE SHOES "STAY THE SAME"
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Endorsed by Neon Trees lead singer Tyler Glenn, The Shoes are a duo of French djs that have been gathering some of their international friends to make their debut album 'Crack My Bones' as close to perfect as possible. Their stuff, including their videos reminds me of Fatboy Slim or The Chemical Brothers in his prime. Not that they necessarily sound a like, more that their is this dynamic nature to their music. That the music is the star, not the people. Something I wish artists like Lady GaGa and Nicki Minaj would take note of.

Childish Gambino "Put It In My Video" Remix

Put It In My Video (Dr. Erik Remix) by lovaajustin

New Music Video - Young the Giant "My Body"

2011 Bonnaroo Line Up Announced

They finally released the Bonnaroo line up. Go here to see if your favorite artists are included.

The Duhks

This Grammy nominated Canadian band mixes some of the most random genres together to make some unexpectedly great music. That is if you like country, folk, gospel, Irish music, and samba mixed together. Admittedly, I don't love all their stuff because country folk isn't my favorite genre, but I do like the more soulful songs. I like their newer stuff, the songs after they got a new singer. The video above is with the original singer Jesse Havey, the one below with the new singer Sarah Dugas.

Young The Giant Announces More US Tour Dates

Wed, 3/23 Baton Rouge, LA, Chelseas

Fri, 3/25 Tampa, FL, The Orpheum

Sat, 3/26 Jacksonville, FL, Jack Rabbits

Sun, 3/27 Myrtle Beach, SC, House of Blues

Tue, 3/29 Charlotte, NC, Visulite Theatre

Wed, 3/30 Richmond, VA, The Camel

Florence and the Machine Announce US Tour

06/12 Berkely, CA
06/13 Los Angeles, CA
06/17 Apple Valley, MN
06/18 Chicago, IL
06/20 Philadelphia, PA
06/23 Boston, MA
06/24 New York, NY
06/26 East Lansing, MI
06/29 Miami, FL
06/30 Orlando, FL
07/01 Atlanta, GA

Lissie On Late Night With Jimmy Fallon

I love this lady.

Grammy Recap

Idolator.com has a full recap of all the performances from last nights Grammys.

2011 Grammy Award Winners

Full list here

Album Of The Year: The Suburbs – Arcade Fire
Song Of The Year: “Need You Now” – Lady Antebellum
Record Of The Year: “Need You Now” – Lady Antebellum
Best New Artist: Esperanza Spalding
Pop Vocal Album: The Fame Monster – Lady Gaga
Traditional Pop Vocal Album: Crazy Love – Michael Buble
Female Pop Vocal Performance: “Bad Romance” – Lady Gaga
Male Pop Vocal Performance: “Just The Way You Are” – Bruno Mars
Pop Vocal Performance, Duo Or Group: “Hey Soul Sister (Live) – Train
Pop Collaboration: “Imagine” – Herbie Hancock, Pink, India.Arie, Seal

Yeasayer Annouce North American Tour

MAY 21 at BELLY UP TAVERN in SOLANA BEACH, CA

MAY 22 at THE GLASS HOUSE in POMONA, CA

MAY 24 at THE MUSIC BOX in LOS ANGELES, CA

MAY 25 at THE FILLMORE in SAN FRANCISCO, CA

MAY 26 at THE FILLMORE in SAN FRANCISCO, CA

MAY 27 at WONDER BALLROOM in PORTLAND, OR

MAY 28 at COMMODORE BALLROOM in VANCOUVER, BC

MAY 29 at SASQUATCH! MUSIC FESTIVAL in GEORGE, WA

MAY 31 at BELLY UP ASPEN in ASPEN, CO

JUNE 01 at OGDEN THEATRE in DENVER, CO

JUNE 02 at THE GRANADA THEATRE in LAWRENCE, KS

JUNE 03 at THE BLUE NOTE in COLUMBIA, MO

JUNE 05 at FREE PRESS SUMMER FEST in HOUSTON, TX

JUNE 06 at MAJESTIC THEATRE in DETROIT, MI

JUNE 07 at PHOENIX CONCERT THEATRE in TORONTO, ON

JUNE 08 at CLUB SODA in MONTREAL, QC

JUNE 09 at ROYALE NIGHTCLUB in BOSTON, MA

JUNE 16 at 9:30 CLUB in WASHINGTON, D.C.

JUNE 17 at TROCADERO in PHILADELPHIA, PA

JUNE 18 at TERMINAL 5 in NEW YORK, NY

Josh Groban Annouces Tour

Josh Groban announced he will be going on tour after four years of "down time." The Straight To You Tour will go through cities in the US and Canada. So far only three cities have been announced; Dallas, Moline, and Kansas City.

Sore Losers "The Epic Outro"

Hip Hop artists are finally taking full advantage of indie pop, indie rock, and folk samples. Coldplay seems like an easy choice, but there was definitely room for error. I think they killed it.

New Music Video: Atomic Tom "Don't You Want Me"

Foreign Friday: Fllight Facilities

Flight Facilities - Crave You ft. Giselle (Version 2) by flightfacilities

There is little known about the djs that make up Flight Facilities. Even their country of origin is not locked down; some sites say Sidney and others say Trinidad and Tobago. It's possible that they are from Trinidad and Tobago originally and are currently in Australia. That doesn't really matter though, they make great music and that's what counts. Their song "Crave" featuring Giselle Rosselli has been burning up in Australia, and catching attention from music lovers around the globe.

30 Seconds to Mars Announce Spring North American Tour

April 8 San Jose, CA Event Center at San Jose

April 9 Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre

April 14 Chicago, IL Aragon Ballroom

April 16 Detroit, MI The Fillmore

April 23 Orlando, FL Universal Studios Florida

April 27 Washington DC Patriot Center

April 29 E. Rutherford, NJ Bamboozle – New Meadowlands Stadium

April 30 Camden, NJ Susquehanna Bank Center

May 1 Boston, MA Agganis

May 3 Montreal, QC Metropolis

May 5 Toronto, ON Kool Haus

New Music - Steph Jones "Southern Love"

Finally, after months of teasing, Steph Jones released his new single "Southern Love." I love the cover art; so much color.

New Music Video: Tyler the Creator - "Yonkers"

I thought I had a comment for this video, but I really can't think of anything. Just watch.

Childish Gambino's New EP Tracklist

Childish Gambino released the track list off his new EP, and you can hear "Freaks and Geeks" off the EP here.

1. Be Alone

2. Freaks and Geeks

3. My Shine

4. Lights Turned On

5. Not Going Back

Phantogram TV Debut

Phantogram made their television debut on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon last week. Kudos to whoever picks the musical acts for the show, they have really been doing a great job. And not just with indie stuff. But demerits for Fallon for not knowing who Tinie Tempah is. Phantogram's video for "Mouthful of Diamonds" is above.

It's Colorful At the Top

Pink Friday, Nicki Minaj's highly anticipated debut album, finally reached #1 on the Hot 200 billboard chart. This is after eleven weeks on the chart, and the album being certified platinum already. Yet another accomplishment for raps reigning queen. Other notable entries, Red's "Until We Have Faces" debuting at #2, and out and proud Ricky Martin's "Musica + Altima + Sexo" debuting at #3. That is higher, much higher than I would have expected.

New Music Video - The Kills "Satellite"

The Kills released the first single, "Satellite," from their new album Blood Pressures. See the album track list after the jump.

New Music Video - Erykah Badu "Gone Baby, Don't Be Long"

Erykah Badu - Gone Baby, Don't be Long from beeple on Vimeo.

Ms. Badu never disappoints!

New Music: The Strokes -"Under Cover of Darkness"

The Strokes released the first single, "Under Cover of Darkness," off their new album, Angles, as a free download. Go here to get it.

Concert Review: Chromeo

MNDR
*Didn't get there in time to see The Suzan. She was pretty entertaining; similar one man band style to Diamond Rings from the Robyn concert.  I think I might like her better as a dj though.  When I was watching her I got a Lady GaGa before she was famous vibe, so maybe she will make some adjustments and take over the world.


Chromeo
Chromeo-ooooooo! My favorite French-Jewish-Canadian was visibly pleased by how the crowd chanted their name; standard for a Chromeo concert.  After a good amount of chanting, the duo, with help from three Robert Palmer styled break ground singers, proceeded to rock the house.  95% of the crowd danced non-stop the whole time; many people in the balcony didn't appear to come to dance.  One couple in front of somehow found room to do spins, dips, and other moves that require more room than my friend and I had.  It was great.  They played all my favorites; "Bonafide Lovin'," "Tenderoni," and "Fancy Footwork." And culminated the night with glitter and confetti before their encore; the canons were still up or replaced from the Girl Talk show earlier in the week.  All and all I danced more and had a better time then when I saw them at the Virgin Mobile Festival in September.  Which means a lot cause I had an excellent time at V-Fest.

Jennifer Hudson Debuts Album Cover For "I Remember Me"

She has really been on her weight loss grind. She looks great, a bit like Kelly Rowland, but I my girls with meat on their bones. What do you think?

Concert Review: Robyn

    First things first, the LGBT, especially the G, was in full attendance at the concert. I loved it; made a couple of friends. But one person who's picture was featured in BYT's article about the show, was way too wasted and almost got chin checked by the people he kept falling on. You can hear him singing slurring badly in the videos.
    Everything before Robyn is barely worth mentioning.  After a very trying and adventure filled afternoon, we got to Ramshead Live a bit late, so we missed all of Natalie Kills except for two songs. I'm not really a fan, but from what I heard I don't think I will be. I will give her stuff a full listen before I make my final judgment.
    I was further disappointed by the second opening act, only because I thought it was supposed to be Marina and the Diamonds. Instead, a tall, blonde, very pretty young lad in gold lamé leggings and a bird like mask came on the stage.  I found out later that his name is Diamond Rings, so I guess that's how I made the mistake.  He was pretty good and has loads of potential, but 95% of the crowd was in agreement that we didn't care; we just wanted Robyn to come out.

New Music Video - Tabi Bonney ft. Likki Li "Where We Gonna Go"

tabi Bonney - Where We Gonna Go ft Lykke Li ((Official Video)) from tabi Bonney on Vimeo.
A Lykke Li sample, they didn't actual record together.

New Music Video - Panic! At the Disco "The Ballad of Mona Lisa"

Panic! At The Disco - New Music - More Music Videos

This takes me back to the good ol' days of the original Panic! At the Disco, and the video for "I Write Sins Not Tragedies." The video premiered on mt.com at midnight, and will official premiere at 7:45 tonight on MTV.

Passion Pitt Remixes Bruno Mars

Go to Nylon to hear and read about the awesome Passion Pitt remix of Bruno Mars' "Grenade."

Mixtape Allstar - Rockie Fresh

Rockie Fresh - "What's The Hurry" Official Video from RockieTV on Vimeo.

When Patrick Stump gives out music suggestions, I listen to them. A week or so ago he endorsed Rockie Fresh and Actual Proof. Admittedly I was a bit surprised at the choices; both being hip-hop mixtapes. I know, Stump doesn't only work with rock and indie artists, but still. I downloaded both mixtapes, Fresh's here, and was happy I did so. The young Chicago native's mixtape is on that Drake, J. Cole level, but without as much hype, yet. The mixtape has some interesting collaborators, features, and samples; Phil Ade, Naledge, Imogen Heap, Mike Golden and Mr. Hudson. But even without those Fresh excels; his lyrics arrogant and experienced, beats hot but not overstated, and a varied song selection. Get yourself familiar.

New Music - NiRe AllDai "STFU (Shut Up & Party)

Sounds like it is/will be bumping in the clubs. Listening to more of her stuff now; I really like it. A good mix of rock, pop, and rnb. Another song after the jump.

9:30 Club: The Documentary

Long before I was born, the world famous 930 club was a haven for punk rockers. This was also back when it was on F street, not V street like it is now. I really can't imagine it being anywhere else. Anywho, two of the original 930 Club's patrons, Tarik Dahir and Jeff Gaul, decided to make a documentary about the DC institution. They will be screening their documentary, "930 F Street", at the Shaw Library on Wednesday. If I didn't have plans I would definitely go to this. If you can, I strongly urge you to go and take in a piece of history.

Double Dose of Wale

Wale is seriously on his "no days off" grind. He released two videos, for "The Break Up" and "The MC," from his mixtape More About Nothing. Filmed on the historic Howard University campus, Wale adopts the theme from (500)Days of Summer for "The Break Up" video. Quite well I might add.
*Update: The full version has Morgan Freeman narrating it. The video above is the full version now.

Talib Kweli Is A Mac

Talib Kweli @ Apple North Michigan Ave, Chicago from erick delarosa on Vimeo.

Talib Kweli performed a free show in an Apple Store in Chicago last Friday. He performed tracks off his first completely independent album, "Gutter Rainbows." Clearly his fans love him; cheering when he flubs a verse. He takes that as an opportunity to tell his fans that they shouldn't blindly love him; they should let him know when they aren't feeling it. Basically tell them to treat the performance as if they were at the Apollo.

Black Gold...

...Texas tea(yes, I made a Beverly Hillbillies reference). This two man band,Eric Ronnick and Than Luu make up the band, but they have other members for when they are touring, has seen a lot of success in their short existence. If you watch So You Think You Can Dance?, you might recognize their song "Shine" as the farewell song from the last season. And it was featured in Valentine's Day. They have toured with Panic! At the Disco, Ambulance LTD, Rachel Yamagata, and others. Listen/watch more of their stuff here.

Ratatat - "Loud Pipes"

One of my favorite Ratatat songs. Posting it for no other reason than that.

New-ish Discovery - Mr. J. Medeiros

I am a bit late to the Mr. J. train, but I think I can catch it.  When first checking out his music, I wasn't that impressed to be honest.  Until I watched his video for "Constance." I miss this type of conscious music; mainly my fault for not really looking for it.  It reminds me of the songs in the 90's that had actual meaning, like Tupac's "Brenda's Got A Baby," TLC's "Waterfall," and others I can't seem to remember titles to.  The subjects and the music won't having you bouncing on the dance floor, but they will get you to think and hopefully feel. From what I have listened to so far, Mr. J. has a good range of sounds to keep me interested.  Above is his new song "These Hands," and his video for "Constance" is after the jump. If you are not yet familiar with him, head over to his site to listen, watch(he vlogs), and download here.

New, New Pornographers Music Video - "Moves"

Wow, they pulled in some of my favorite people for this. Paul Rudd, Bill Hader, Horatio Sanz, Kevin Corrigan, Donald Glover, and some more. But the true star of the video is the amazing red hair.

Adele Announces US Tour

AHHHHHHH!!!! Her first stop is DC! I am going vomit from excitement, and exhaustion but that has nothing to do with the tour.

05/12 Washington, DC 9:30 Club

05/13 Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory
05/15 Boston, MA House Of Blues
05/16 Montreal, QC Olympia Theater
05/18 Toronto, ON Kool Haus
05/19 New York, NY Beacon Theatre
05/23 Royal Oak, MI Royal Oak Music Theatre
05/24 Chicago, IL Riviera Theater

Wale Wants To Make Maybach Music

Wale announced that he has signed with Maybach Music Group. This comes to no surprise after the DC emcee frequently tweeted about being in the studio with Maybach Music Group founder Rick Ross. Before any rumors could start he let it be known that, "the music won't change...the energy will. And ROCNATION still handles the business." So Wale will make the music he wants, Ross tha Boss will oversee it, and Jay Z will take most of the money(not in a dishonest way of course).

Alex Turner Leaves The Monkeys At the Zoo, Goes Solo

Two of my favorite people are coming together for a project. Alex Turner, lead singer for the Arctic Monkeys, will be handling the soundtrack for the Moss Richard Ayoade directed film Submarine. The soundtrack will be released March 14. Also, Turner will be releasing his solo debut the same month. A-MAZING!

Far East Movement - Rocketeer(LA Dreamer Short Film)

Far East Movement already has a music video for their hit "Rocketeer," and now they have a short film. I must say, I like the short film more than the music video.

It's The Return of T-Swizzle, Taylor Swift Raps Some Nicki Minaj

Taylor Swift gets put on the spot after saying she can recite Nicki Minaj's "Super Base." She only does about ten seconds, but I'm sure her fans will go nuts.

Datarock Is Down With Holden Caulfield

Datarock : Catcher In The Rye by VMLive
Datarock is not messing around. They released their new single "Catcher in The Rye" as a free download, but when it is released on March 21 it will be "a USB stick that features 110 tracks, 1500 photos taken at their shows in 33 countries, 20 music videos, and Never Say Die a brand new hour-long concert film." What would Holden think?

Patrick Stump Stops By Rolling Stone

The Stumpster, new nickname I'm trying out, stopped by Rolling Stone and previewed three tracks off his new album. It's acoustic so you can't really judge what the album will sound like exactly, but it's something. Head over to Rolling Stone to read about his trip.

Foreign Friday: M-Flo

If you haven't looked into Japanese hip hop and pop you should start. There is something so similar yet unique about the music scene in Japan. Some of the best American producers, Timbaland for example, work with a lot of Japanese artists. One of the first Japanese artist I was introduced to was M-flo. They are one of the biggest hip hop acts in the country, and have collaborated with other big names like BoA. Originally, the group was made up of producer DJ Taku Takahashi, Verbal, and Lisa. But Lisa eventually left the group for a solo career. The remaining members are also a part of the Teriyaki Boyz, who have worked with Kanye West, Daft Punk, and Pharell. Check out another video after the jump.

Yelle Announces North American Tour

 04/16: Indio, CA @ Coachella
04/17: Phoenix, AZ @ Rhythm Room
04/18: Tuscon, AZ @ Club Congress
04/19: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad
04/21: Dallas, TX @ Granada Theatre
04/22: Austin, TX @ Mohawk
04/23: Houston, TX @ Fitzgerald’s
04/25: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerde
04/26: Chapel Hill, NC @ Cat’s Cradle
04/27: Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
04/29: Boston, MA @ Royale Boston

Foster The People Announce US Tour Dates

03/08 Santa Barbara, CA – Soho
03/13 Santa Fe, NM – Corazon
03/21 Tempe, AZ – Sail Inn
03/22 Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up
03/23 San Francisco, CA – The Independent
03/25 Portland, OR – Mississippi Studios
03/26 Seattle, WA – High Dive
03/29 Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Court
03/30 Denver, CO – Walnut Room
03/31 Kansas City – The Record Bar

Lupe Fiasco Schools Them "With Words I Never Said"

I've waited so long for Lupe's new album; I'm so happy it is finally coming out.  Lasers is currently scheduled to be released on March 8.  With only a month left to go, he made me and I'm sure many other happy by releasing a single.  "With Words I Never Said," featuring new it girl Skylar Grey, does not disappoint like H.A.M. The beat rocks and the lyrics are poetic; I expect nothing less from Lupe.

Panic! At the Ballroom

The new Panic! At the Disco played a sold out show at the Bowery Ballroom in NYC on Tuesday; playing three songs from their new album Vices & Virtues.  What I would have given to be there.......is neither here nor there.  To read a full review of the show, head over to spin.com.

Ellie Goulding Announces US Tour Dates

To promote her album Lights, Goulding is going on a four week tour around the US and Canada.

“I’m really excited to come to America and visit new places and see new countryside.”“I feel ready to introduce my music and see what people think of it there. I’m hoping they’ll like it and be inspired, the way I was when I first heard certain artists. I want to create that excitement you get when you’ve discovered something special and feel happy to have ever come across it in the first place.”

16th March – SXSW, Austin, TX [BUY TICKETS]
17th March – SXSW, Austin, TX [BUY TICKETS]
18th March – SXSW, Austin, TX [BUY TICKETS]
19th March – SXSW, Austin, TX [BUY TICKETS]
22nd March – Rock And Roll Hotel, Washington,DC [BUY TICKETS]

"Material Things" Bring Jake Troth Happiness

If Vampire Weekend ever looks for a new vocalist, Jake Troth should be number one on the list; he would fit right in. Marlon Wayans gave him a shout out on twitter, but I can't find the song he was talking about. Maybe he was referring to a different Jake Troth. Either way, I like this Jake Troth. Watch his box edition of the "Material Things" video after the jump.

Childish Gambino vs. Cece Peniston Remix - "Finally Got This Money"

Finally Got This Money by dannahan
This is a Childish Gambino endorsed remix. I don't think it sounds very different from the original, besides the "Finally" sample of course.

Timbaland Thursdays

Timbaland, taking a key from Kanye, declared Thursday to be Timbaland Thursday on Twitter. That's a lot of t's. His latest release, "808," features Brandy, and according to the website, "is a little change of pace." From the poll on the page, it looks like the majority of the people love it. I like it, but I was expecting more Brandy. You can download this and the other Timbaland Thursday releases at www.timbalandthursday.com

Just Jack! (Not Sean Hayes)

I seriously need to spend a year, maybe a decade living in the UK. The music you guys make, makes me so very happy. Just Jack is another one of those artists that I loved immediately. I haven't listened to All Night Cinema album yet, but the Overtones album is so on point,...ballerina. Haha, I like throwing in rap punchlines from time to time. Anywho, you can download his Just Jack Mixtape for, a word that rhymes with tree here.

Two Door Cinema Club Announce New UK Tour Dates

My new favorite Irishmen gave me another reason to be jealous of people who live in the UK. Yesterday, they announced they added two new dates to their tour. The new dates will be the biggest headline shows they have ever done. Tickets go on general sale 02/04/2011 at 9am; get them and have fun for me.

Brixton Academy
02/06/2011 Bristol Academy (tickets)
03/06/2011 London (tickets)

Jack Penate Might "Be The One"

Clearly I was asleep for the past two years, I can't believe I didn't know about Jack Penate's latest album Everything Is New. I like it more then Matinee; apparently the critics feel the same way. "Pull My Heart Away," video above, shows how Penate's sound has grown. Matinee was him having fun and trying things out, while Everything Is New sounds like he focused on a particular sound or theme. And that was a smart choice. The video for "Be The One," his second single, is after the jump.

New Music Video - Marsha Ambrosius "Far Away"

The song and video for Marsha Ambrosius new single, "Far Away," have become a movement on twitter. It is a comfort for those who have lost loved ones to suicide. Especially during this time for those affected by the loss of many LGBT teens.

Tinie Tempah US TV Debut

Tinie Tempah made his US television debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Performing one of my favorites, "Pass Out," Tempah surely made some new US fans. But that crowd was weaker than gas station coffee.

R.I.P The White Stripes (1997 - 02/02/2011)

"The white stripes would like to announce that today, February 2nd 20ll, their band has officially ended and will make no further new recordings or perform live. The reason is not due to artistic differences or lack of wanting to continue, nor any health issues as Meg and Jack are feeling fine and in good health."

Read the full announcement here. For all of you that worshiped "Fell In Love With A Girl"(after the jump),"Seven Nation Army", the whole Elephant album, and the band in general, I mourn with you.

The Whitest Boy Alive Makes Some Great Music

I had no idea Erlend Oye(The O has a slash through it by the way) was the vocalist for The Whitest Boy Alive. I love him and I love them. They make the type of music that you love immediately. At least for me that is how it was. According to their website, they "started as an electronic dance music project" and "slowly developed into a band without any programmed elements." Whatever they are, they are great at it.

Watch Your Back Jason Mraz

There is a, sort of, new singer/song writer on the block. Ed Sheeran, a Suffolk native, has impressed many big names in the music industry. Jamie Foxx liked him so much he asked Sheeran to play on his radio show. With little to no marketing, his independent EP, No. 5 Collaborations Project reached #1 on downloads chart, and #2 on the iTunes album chart. Watch his, Tinie Tempah endorsed, live performance of "The A Team" on Freshly Squeezed above.

Patrick Stump Can't Sing?

In his latest youtube video, Patrick Stump does a medley of Michael Jackson hits; with less awkward facial expressions and dance moves than I like. The current master of acappela videos said he's "definitely not arrogant enough to think he can sing(let alone dance) like MJ." He may not sing like MJ, but the dude is clearly talented and humble.

Status IV - You Ain't Really Down Jazzanova Remixes

I'm not a big house fan, but I might have to investigate after listening to this. I might like house more than I thought I did.

New Music Video: Bilal - "Levels"

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The Sounds of VTech / Bilal Levels

This is a pretty trippy video. For those of you who like to puff the magic dragon, this is probably for you.

Just Listen: Theophilus London ft. Sara Q. - "Why Even Try"

Theophilus London ft. Sara Q "Why Even Try" by TLEP

Do I hear a bit of 80's new wave in there? Go to okayplayer to read a little about Theophilus.

Black Thought Has More Than A "Day Job"

MMJB-Day Job by lovaajustin

Black Thought, of the Roots, has so many side projects you would think he was Ryan Seacrest. Including fronting The Roots, and his own solo album, Black Thought is also a member of the Money Making Jam Boys. Their new mixtape, The Prestige: Jam Boy Magic, is out now. "Day Job," above, is a track off the mixtape, what do you think of Black Thought's side hustle?

New Music Video: Novel - "Legato's Autobiography"

This is one of those songs/videos that you just sit and bob your head to, with a straight face. Download Legato Blues Summer, Novel's new mixtape, here.

Rihanna Makes Perez Hilton Her Pet

With a song called "S&M," I think this video could have been far more risque. The most suggestive part of the video was her peeling and sticking a banana in her mouth. And the paparazzi theme was pretty useless; actually the whole video was pretty useless.

New Music Video: Jessie J ft. B.O.B - "Price Tag"

The funny thing about the video is that she sings that it isn't about the money, but the video probably cost a good amount. Not as much as others, but still. I like the video, its simple and shows her personality.