Music and Culture

Cynthia Laclé has unveiled her latest techno production in ‘Broken Dreams’ a track that effortlessly showcases her signature driving sound and hard-hitting energy. With a creative momentum propelling her into new sonic territories, Cynthia continues to express her inspirations and elevate her productions, maintaining musical originality throughout her work. This powerful release is marked by […]

The soundtrack to the new film Twisters features literally dozens of names across the contemporary country music spectrum. Courtesy of Atlantic Records hide caption toggle caption Courtesy of Atlantic Records The soundtrack to the new film Twisters features literally dozens of names across the contemporary country music spectrum. Courtesy of Atlantic Records This week on […]

Play Records proudly presents Summer Sessions 2024, Volume 1, the first of a two-part album series showcasing a diverse array of sounds from talented artists worldwide. As you’ll hear below, the vibrant compilation features house, electro house, funky house, tech house, and electro pop tracks, perfectly timed for the summer. Featuring artists like Bedford (US), […]

Alisa Amador, 2022’s Tiny Desk contest winner, has released her debut album, Multitudes. Sasha Pedro/Courtesy of the artist hide caption toggle caption Sasha Pedro/Courtesy of the artist This week we update our running tally of the year’s best songs with the return of Moses Sumney, who continues to plumb the depths of love and sonic […]

UK-based producer and DJ Semark has just dropped a fresh house anthem, ‘Want Ur Love’. Known for his electrifying soundscape with pounding beats and catchy melodies, Semark is quickly making a name for himself in the electronic music scene. With several impressive releases, including an official remix for Mollie Collins’ Right Good Records, he’s a […]

Meshell Ndegeocello’s latest album, No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, is being released on August 2 in celebration of Baldwin’s centennial. Andre Wagner/Courtesy of the artist hide caption toggle caption Andre Wagner/Courtesy of the artist Meshell Ndegeocello’s latest album, No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, is being released on August 2 […]

In the ever-evolving world of dance music, artists often undergo transformations that reflect their personal growth, struggles, and triumphs. One such artist, Mistrrr, is marking the dawn of a new era with the release of his new single, “PITY.” This track is the first of many in what the Kansas City producer is calling the […]

This week, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard release Flight b741, the prolific and peripatetic Australian band’s 26th album. Maclay Heriot/Courtesy of the artist hide caption toggle caption Maclay Heriot/Courtesy of the artist This week, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard release Flight b741, the prolific and peripatetic Australian band’s 26th album. Maclay Heriot/Courtesy of […]

Producer and DJ Raw Ideology has been steadily carving a unique path within the electronic music scene. With a clear vision and a dedication to his craft, the artist continues to put forward an innovative techno sound, creating hard-hitting music to offer listeners immersive sonic journeys for them to enjoy. As he continues to evolve […]

Tinashe’s new album, Quantum Baby, is out Friday, Aug. 16. Nice Life Recording Company hide caption toggle caption Nice Life Recording Company Tinashe’s new album, Quantum Baby, is out Friday, Aug. 16. Nice Life Recording Company NPR Music’s Daoud Tyler-Ameen and Hazel Cills give you a quick rundown of the most notable albums out Friday, […]