Fiona Apple narrates and scores new court watching PSA

Fiona Apple has appeared in and provided music for a PSA for the National Courtwatch Network. The artist has become an outspoken advocate of court watching over the past few years and explains in the short film what the constitutionally enshrined tradition involves, while also encouraging Americans to get involved. She also offers testimonials from …

Judge denies R. Kelly a new trial on child pornography charges

R. Kelly has lost his plea to have a Chicago court overturn its guilty verdict on his 2022 child pornography trial, with judge Henry D. Leinenweber ruling that federal prosecutors offered “enough evidence to sustain a guilty verdict on all six counts Kelly was convicted of”. As reported by Billboard, motions filed by Kelly’s lawyers …

Alfiya Glow Returns With New A/B Side EP “Into the Woods”

Multi-talented musician and performer Alfiya Glow is back with a brand new A/B side EP “Into the Woods.” We were first introduced to her violin playing skills and production prowess back in 2021. Not only has Alfiya made her name performing at festivals such as Electric Forest and SXSW, she’s also performed at world renowned …

Dead Weight’s debut EP, ‘Raise The Black Flag,’ is an exhibit in hybridization – Dancing Astronaut

by: Dancing Astronaut Staff Feb 17, 2023 At the intersection of heavy rock, metal, and dance/electronic stands Raise The Black Flag, a seven-song production that marries window-rattling bass with the texture of drums, horns, and vocals, conferring presence to Dead Weight’s debut EP. The project embraces the “death step” theme that has governed not only …

Watch Lizzo cover Sam Smith and Kim Petras’ ‘Unholy’

Lizzo has covered Sam Smith and Kim Petras‘ smash hit ‘Unholy’ in BBC’s Radio One Live Lounge – check it out below. As per Live Lounge tradition, where artists perform their own material and then a cover, Lizzo put her own spin on the track in powerful style. She then made the song her own …

PACIFICA Enlists Danni Carra for Effervescent Dance-Pop Track, "TIDES"

The rising producer’s second single of 2023 is as mesmerizing as its predecessor. Bringing together summery aesthetics and playful melodies, PACIFICA has unveiled his latest gem of a single, “TIDES.” The track follows “SWIM SONG,” his first single of 2023, which saw him combine heartfelt vocals and euphoric drops for a stunning indietronica track. This …

Kx5 inch closer to debut LP’s revelation with new single alongside Sofi Tukker, ‘Sacrifice’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Zach Salafia Feb 17, 2023 An early contender for track of the year has landed. Just two months after its inconspicuous debut during their headline show at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Kx5 and Sofi Tukker‘s collaboration, “Sacrifice,” has gotten an official release. It’s the sixth single to succeed Kaskade and deadmau5‘s announcement their …

Hardwell, Will Sparks unlock EP door number two with long-awaited ID, ‘Twisted’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Ross Goldenberg Feb 17, 2023 Six consecutive weeks of new Hardwell music is well underway. The Revealed Recordings boss made the call that for his first sequence of non-Rebels Never Die originals, it was going be what just about everyone was wishing for: a slew of his highly requested collaborations from 2022’s coinciding tour …

Kx5 and Endel's "Sleep Science" Playlist Creates Ideal Conditions for Rest

Kaskade and deadmau5 have joined forces with Endel for the first generative AI playlist on Amazon Music. deadmau5 and Kaskade’s Kx5 may well become a part of your bedtime routine. The Berlin-based generative AI company Endel, in partnership with Amazon Music, has crafted a new playlist fit for a restful night’s sleep. The company’s focus is …

SoDope commences rollout of ‘Alone In My Dreams’ EP with ‘That Feeling’ on Lowly. – Dancing Astronaut

by: Rachel Narozniak Feb 17, 2023 R&B envelops melodic-trap in a warm but wistful embrace on “That Feeling,” a lush rumination that leads the rollout of SoDope‘s forthcoming EP, Alone In My Dreams, to be released via Lowly. Buoyed by a vocal posing the question “Can we get back to that feeling?,” “That Feeling” was …