NYC-based DJ/producer Fantasy Thrilla released a track exclusively for #TOP8 (a monthly party in Williamsburg hosted by a group of DJs and creative nightlife friends) in a compilation to celebrate its one year anniversary. The “3D transparent internet aesthetic” of #TOP8 parties is captured in “Naomi Ha” with continuously moving synth lines and Beyonce’s fierce voice commanding you to “Do the Naomi Campbell walk.” Fantasy …
London-based electronic producer Raffertie’s new release “Build Me Up” channels ’90s R&B hooks set against layered synth lines with bass-shaking drums. While the track alone is enough to garner your attention, director Vincent Haycock’s unique visuals transform the song into an emotional yet bleak portrayal of inner-city life in South Central LA. Haycock filmed the day-to-day of three brothers, with every cast member and “set” …
That’s right, the legendary hip-hop crew from Shaolin (Staten Island) is back with the new single, “Family Reunion“. With verses from Ghostface Killah, Method Man and Masta Killa, the group’s lyrics and beats have matured since their days of a riot-inciting tour we caught back in ’97, now rapping about the joys of getting together and kicking it over a mellow soul-sampling beat. In honor …
