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Lil Xan, ‘The Man’ | Track Review

Banging production and an edgy sound can’t save Lil Xan from falling victim to emptiness, shallowness, and most of all, rap clichés. 

Tyler, the Creator, ‘Okra’ | Track Review

Controversial, Grammy-nominated Tyler, the Creator drops a ‘flex-fest’ on his brief single “Okra.” He also drops a number of pop cultural references, not to mention raising more questions about his sexuality.

Tori Kelly, ‘Help Us to Love’ | Track Review

Grammy-nominated pop musician Tori Kelly returns with a new single, “Help Us to Love.” She enlists The HamilTones for the assist. 

Sam Smith, ‘Pray (Remix)’ | Track Review

Grammy-winning, British pop sensation Sam Smith taps Grammy-nominated, Maryland rapper Logic for a remix of his heartfelt single, “Pray.”

James Bay, ‘Us’ | Track Review

Following the release of singles “Wild Love” and “Pink Lemonade,” Grammy-nominated English singer-songwriter James Bay releases “Us,” the third single from his sophomore album, Electric Light.’ 

Lauv, ‘Chasing Fire’ | Track Review

Rising California musician Lauv continues to build his case as the next pop-R&B sensation on his latest, love-centric single, “Chasing Fire.”

Cardi B, ‘Be Careful’ | Track Review

After impressing with singles “Bodak Yellow” and “Bartier Cardi,” rising, unapologetic rapper Cardi B takes a step back on her third single, “Be Careful.”  

The Weeknd, My Dear Melancholy, (EP) | Album Review 💿

Grammy-winning, Canadian R&B singer The Weeknd returns with a surprise EP, ‘My Dear Melancholy,.’ Here, he authentically and superbly captures the pain of the being heartbroken.

21 Songs Inspired by Assassins, Cult Leaders & Murderers | Playlist 🎧

21 Songs Inspired by Assassins, Cult Leaders & Murderers features music about deviants like Manson, Chapman & Speck.

13 Songs Worth Waking Up For | Playlist

Black Veil Brides, Blackbear, Chris Brown, and Jon Bellion are among the musicians appearing on the ‘13 Songs Worth Waking Up For’ playlist.