Olivia Nelson: Cleopatra

London-based singer/songwriter Olivia Nelson’s debut solo track, “Cleopatra,” is a super-funky and infectious tune. Channeling some slick R&B vocals, Nelson’s voice over the groovy beat creates an ideal, sweet balance. We look forward to seeing what’s next for the up-and-coming artist.

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A surreal offering from Perfume Genius, Amandla Stenberg's Mac DeMarco cover, a sparkly tune by Phoenix and more in our musical round-up

Perfume Genius: Die 4 U Last week, Perfume Genius (aka Mike Hadreas) released his fourth record No Shape and now, the video for “Die 4 U”—directed by the remarkably talented Floria Sigismondi. The song alone is a slinky, dark and minimal tune that Hadreas’s sultry voice teeters over. Subtle erotic asphyxiation, the lyrics don’t give much away. The music video is equally full of contrasts: …

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New tunes by BOSCO and Beth Ditto, a beautiful piece from Kamasi Washington and more in our musical round-up

Kamasi Washington: Truth Just released by the very talented jazz saxophonist, composer and producer Kamasi Washington (who has performed with Herbie Hancock, Lauryn Hill, Nas, Flying Lotus, Thundercat and more), “Truth” is the beautifully transcendent sixth movement from his upcoming Harmony of Difference EP. The 14+ minutes of avant-garde jazz is accompanied by a stunning short film directed by A.G. Rojas that will dazzle viewers. …