Django Django: Tic Tac Toe

Like a third shot of espresso, mild electrocution or a punch to the chest, the music of Django Django offers a surge of delirious energy. The band’s latest psychedelic rock number “Tic Tac Toe” comes complete with a rapid-fire, zany music video directed by John Maclean. It’s a carnivalesque boardwalk adventure, entirely enjoyable and saturated with surprise and delight. The track was taken from Django …

Shy Luv feat. Bakar: Like a River

Manchester-based Shy Luv recently released a new, boppy track featuring Bakar, “Like a River,” from their forthcoming EP Lungs. The duo—Sam Knowles and Jake Norman—crafted an infectious groove, but it begins (albeit briefly) as an almost chopped-and-screwed track—a misleading introduction. The tune quickly turns glittery and upbeat.

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A sad goodby to Tom Petty, Queens of the Stone Age get dramatic, HAIM line-dances, and more in music

Artists for Puerto Rico: Almost Like Praying Thoughts and prayers are welcome but action—service, donations, on-the-ground support (or in some instances, policy change)—really makes the most difference. Everyone’s favorite musical historian Lin-Manuel Miranda has done something stellar, and brought an all-star cast with him. Miranda recorded “Almost Like Praying” with Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan, Fat Joe, Luis Fonsi, Camila Cabello, Ruben Blades, Dessa, Marc Anthony …