Learn About Indie Rap: Sage Francis and Brother Ali

Underground rap artists don’t get much press. It’s a shame, some of these artists are incredible, bringing new ideas and sounds to the musical soundscape unheard of before. And really the more diversity that’s out there the better it is for everyone, hearing the same type of sound over and over gets old and boring. So thank goodness for these under-promoted, highly-qualified artists.

I want to bring your attention to two new underground rap artists that I have recently come across. They both have a unique style of lyrical delivery that, in its current incarnation, I doubt would be accepted on most mainstream radio stations. I don’t think it’s impossible for them to ever achieve mainstream success however I don’t think it’s their intention. They know what they do, they do it well, and I’m looking forward to hearing more of it. Continue reading

Arcade Fire Announce New Album

Arcade Fire has announced the title and date of their upcoming album.  Called The Suburbs, it will be released August 3rd of this year (be sure to check out the source link for the cover-art)  I’ve added it to my Music Release list page for easy referencing.  Also two songs from the album have been released.  You can listen to them by following this link.