Throwing Shade: Hashtag IRL

Throwing Shade (born Nabihah Iqbal), who contributed the insanely catchy vocals for SOPHIE’s pop tune (slash McDonald’s jingle) “Lemonade,” is a producer in her own right, with a thirst for knowledge. The London-based musician (who also hosts a bi-weekly NTS radio show) received an MPhil from Cambridge specializing in South African history, later traveling to Cape Town to work in human rights law. Now focusing …

Primal Scream + Sky Ferreira: Where the Light Gets In

Prevailing Scottish band Primal Scream has enlisted Sky Ferreira for a track off their upcoming 11th LP Chaosmosis—set for release 18 March. “Where the Light Gets In” blends sparkly synths and an upbeat track for a thoughtful dance rock tune. And Ferreira’s signature vocals (as she exchanges lines with frontman Bobby Gillespie) are innocent and tame and, at the same time, just a little heavy-hearted.

Flume feat. Vince Staples + Kučka: Smoke And Retribution

Seems like the appetite for Flume’s new music can’t be satiated. “Never Be Like You,” the first single off of the 24-year-old Australian producer’s upcoming sophomore album Skin has already racked up Soundcloud plays into the millions. This week, he released another track from the album, a collaboration with rapper Vince Staples and electronic pop musician Kučka (aka Laura Jane Lowther). “Smoke And Retribution” teases …