The trend of releasing music for free is not a new concept, but in the past six months even, the practice has taken on a whole new attitude and usefulness. Death Grips, never ones to wilt to social norms or adhere to expectations or ethics, released both the a capella and instrumental versions of their […]
Beats Music Enters the Streaming Game
Dr. Dre and Interscope CEO Jimmy Iovine took over the headphone industry with their celebrity-driven Beats By Dre line since emerging in 2008 and now have their sites set on the online music-streaming market. The pair behind the iconic Beats Electronics announced plans over the weekend for their next project, Beats Music, an online music-streaming […]
[Mixtape] Kaytranada: “Instrumental Hip-hop Is Dead”
Today, Hypetrak released its latest artist-rendered mix from the ever-eclectic Kaytranada. Instrumental Hip-Hop Is Dead is described by Hypetrak as “an intriguing selection of hard-hitting unreleased production. Much closer to Dilla‘s Donuts than a DJ mix”. Apparently, Kaytranada is declaring the end of instrumental hip-hop, just when it seemed to be making a comeback. His […]
[Mixtape] Von Vuai: “STANK”
As a 21st birthday present for the rest of us, Chicago producer released his collection of beats, STANK. Mostly known as the producer for St. Millie’s debut, No Religion But Up, the Chvrch crew member has also produced for Rockie Fresh, D-Win, Phlyy B (who is featured on this drop), and has future collaborations with both ShowYouSuck […]