Fresh off his new video “LongBoard,” Chicago artist Bardo Af drops a new gem for the summer “Belong” ft. Emily Blue. The track features an uplifting, soulful beat courtesy of Cornel East. Flexing his singing and rapping abilities, Bardo blesses with track with positive engergy that perfectly segways to Ms. Blue’s gorgeous vocals to grace the chorus. Bardo’s youthful energy and originality on “Belong” serve as a reminder that Chicago is still one of the best places to look for dope up and coming music. Look out for more from this promising young artist coming soon.
More and more US States are getting on board with medical and recreational cannabis. The recent vote in Oklahoma to legalize medical marijuana made it the 30th state in the U.S. to do so, with more and more states expected to follow suit in the next few years. Not to mention, our neighbors up north in Canada recently decriminalized the plant on a federal level, with sales expected to commence in October 2018. With the stigma against cannabis at an all time low, and new businesses booming around the continent, investment in legal cannabis markets is soaring, as are the stock prices. According to Investopedia, “Global spending on legal cannabis is expected to grow 230% to $32 billion in 2020 as compared to $9.5 in 2017, according to Arcview Market Research and BDS Analytics.” This is exciting news for investors in the U.S.A. and Canada alike. With continued regulatory uncertainty in the United States however, many companies are choosing to list in the Canadian market instead.
South Florida based artist Konchynce presents his highly anticipated debut EP, The Knowledge II, his first full production release.This EP is Konchynce’s most important work to date. Konchynce blends classic hip hop vibes with modern sounds as he tackles serious concepts such as race relations & the plight of the black male, as well as depressoin, suicide, and other current issues throughout the EP.
The marijuana industry has experienced exponential growth, which has presented opportunities to new business to develop products in the marijuana industry. There are many companies that are now working within the industry, and some of them don’t actually grow or sell marijuana. This means there are opportunities to invest in the marijuana industry without investing in the distribution or cultivation of marijuana. There are many examples of companies that are operating in the industry, and some of the best examples are included here.
With more and more research happening every day, people around the world are catching on to the amazing properties of CBD, perhaps the most important cannabinoid found in cannabis products when it comes to health benefits. Our friends at Soothe have an array of CBD products for various applications, including our favorite go to, the Soothe™ Puff Vape Pen.
If you somehow don’t know about GoldLink at this point, you really should. The super smooth DC rapper is both talented and original and although he borrows elements of classic hip hop and soul, his music is entirely modern. Thses NPR Tiny Desk Concerts rarely disappoint, but this is one of the best yet. Watch Link and an amazing group of musicians and singers perform tracks from all of his stellar projects: “Bedtime Story” from The God Complex, “Dark Skin Women” from 2015’s And After That We Didn’t Talk and finally “Some Girl” and “Pray Everyday (Survivor’s Guilt)” from 2017’s At What Cost. Enjoy!
There’s no city in America quite like New Orleans, AKA “The Big Easy.” We love this city, from the French Quarter, to Downtown, to The Bywater, and so much more, every neighborhood as something amazing to offer. Not to mention, the food is next level everywhere you go. We recommend every music lover or partier take a trip down there at some point, there’s plenty of music festivals to build a trip around each year, and if you know where to look, the weed is better than you might think! If you decide to go to The Big Easy, be sure to check out bigeasymagazine.com to help guide your agenda in the city.
Bursting onto the pop scene recently with a slew of hot records and videos, the talented and beautiful Detroit native Farrah Mechael displays serious star power with her new single “That Way” featuring rapper Mackned. With the help of Grammy nominated producer Clarence Hutchinson AKA Don Parma, known for his work with Ro James, E40, and more, Farrah has achieved her most mature and refined performance to date. Farrah’s heartfelt vocals express the complex emotions of the lyrics throughout the song.
Future Funk collective Lettuce has been building a dedicated fanbase for the past few years doing headline shows and festivals around the country. On the heels of their 2017 release Witches Stew (a tribute to Miles Davis,) they are headed to Colorado for another round of Dead Rocks.
The legendary DJ Premier gave J.Cole’s 1985 the boom bap treatment with his fire ‘1966 Remix, which immaculately compliments the Cole’s vocals to the point it that it hardly sounds like a remix at all. Complete with signature Preemo cuts this is truly a treat for any 90’s heads and younger Cole fans alike!
Sonic Radiation, also known as Todd Last, is a solo artist who creates exciting electronic dance music that is both modern and experimental. Sonic Radiation’s newest song “Magnetix” has recently become available worldwide. Sonic Radiation blends synthesizer grooves and beats to produce a unique sound. By intertwining modern music with electronic dance music and using modern computer music technology, Sonic Radiation creates tracks that are both intriguing and captivating while also sticking to the roots of electronic dance music.
French-american singer Nadel Paris has been exploding into the mainstream with her second hit song “Ooh La La La,” which spent over two months on Billboard’s Dance Club Songs chart peaking at No. 31, and has been getting radio and club spins around the nation. Unlike many of her EDM peers, Nadel promotes a drug-free lifestyle and focuses on uplifting audiences with music and positive energy. A truly selfless artist, she uses her music to give a voice to the LGBTQ community and spread a message of tolerance and respect educating fans on gender and sexuality. Check out the energized summer hit “Ooh La La La” below and expect to see a lot more from the quickly rising Nadel Paris.
The head shop experience is on the decline. Every time we go to one it seems there’s a pretentious burn out behind the glass counter that’s liable to scold you at any time for saying the word “bong.” Avoid all the nonsense and check out Ghost Smoke online head shop whenever you are on the search for great smoking accessories. With a huge selection of pipes, bubblers, waterpipes, grinders, dab rigs, and so much more, they are bound to have whatever you are looking for! Plus their prices are super low and sure to beat out your local glass shop. Check out Ghost Smoke today for all your smoking accessories & other needs. Tell ’em we sent you!
Sony/Nashville songwriter Daphne Willis and Boulder songwriter Dave Tamkin give their songs to unique charties for great causes, and write songs that start a conversation by bringing awarness to opportunities of hope from mental health to drug addiction and self image. Both artists boast impressive credentials and have paid their dues on the road building organic fanbases at countless shows around the nation and beyond over the last several years.These two generous artists have teamed up for an intimate performance at eTown Hall in Boulder. Get familiar with some of their work below and don’t miss what’s sure to be an amazing show and a chance to support some great causes. Get tickets here.
Childish Gambino (aka Donald Glover) is proving to be one of the most prolific entertainers of his generation, balancing a successful music career along with equally successful endeavors in acting, screenwriting, and stand up comedy. On the heels of his massive hit “Redbone,” from of his rebirth album Awaken My Love, Gambino has been on a roll. He just announced a US tour with support from rapper Vince Staples, and now he’s released a poignant song and video titled “This Is America.” Donald displays yet another talent with some solid dancing skills and many other surprises in this powerful video.
Rising producer Tim Bell presents his newest single “In My Head,” a release that can only be described as ‘a perfect example of fine future house’. Tim’s latest endeavor, out on Glamorama Records, is an effervescent and dynamic track lead by a throbbing bass line that will have everybody dancing while grinning ear to ear. The track is ever changing, with addictive rhythms at its core, and powerful piano chords backing soulful vocal samples that build up to liberating drops, this is sure to be an anthem in clubs, cars, and dance parties all summer! Check it out here first!
On the heels of her 2017 debut album, I, which received widespread critical acclaim, R&B singer Niia continues to release new music and collaborations with the likes of Goldlink, Gallant, and many more popular artists. She’s currently on a national tour with electro/jazz singer Charlotte Cardin, and we were lucky enough to catch an intimate performance at Denver’s Globe Hall.
TDE’s songstress SZA goes head to head with Kung Fu Kenny in her dope new video for “Doves In The Wind,” a cut from her 2017 album CTRL featuring Kendrick. The action packed video is an interesting juxtaposition against the laid back vibe of the track, but it works. Chec out the video below to see who wins the rumble.
Producer duo Wierd Clvn has emerged with a debut single “Bad Hook.” This hardcore dubstep banger is highly energized with a frantic, futuristic sample at its core and some super heavy drops and synths and banging drums. As indicated by the cover art, this track might melt your face off, especially if you’re on a lot of drugs. With consistent themes throughout, there’s still enough twists and turns to keep it interesting. Be ready for some pretty intense glitch influence as well some reggae sounds sprinkled in, keeping the track grounded in classic dubstep roots. We’re interested to see what’s next from Wierd Clvn, but for now enjoy “Bad Hook.”
The duo known as H09909 (pronounced Horror) have been making waves for a while now with their unique brand of politically conscious, hardcore, punk-infused rap. Known for their theatrical, and aggressive performances, they’ve hit the road with acts like Show Me The Body, Faith No More, Ministry, and others. They are currently on tour with industrial band 3Teeth in support of their debut LP United States of Horror. We caught the Denver stop at the Marquis Theatre where they threw down a highly energized performance that had fans in an all out frenzy. Our friend Tylar Washington-Beechum captured the mayhem, check out the photos below.
