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Trap Dickey + DaBaby

Positioned as next-up out of “The Carolinas,” buzzing South Carolina rap phenomenon Trap Dickey reups and recharges his signature independent breakout hit with the new “Blue Devils (Remix)” featuring multiplatinum North Carolina heavyweight DaBaby and officially available on all DSPs today. Listen to “Blue Devils (Remix)” HERE. Plus, he just unleashed the music video for the Remix. Watch HERE.

“Blue Devils (Remix)” sees North Carolina’s hottest rap superstar DaBaby bless South Carolina’s undisputed rookie of the year with a coveted feature. Between thick 808s and a distinct bass line, they lock into an incendiary back-and-forth punctuated by quotable bars. Teeming with hometown pride, it culminates on Trap Dickey’s chantable chorus, “Tar heels, Carolina Blue Devils, we make it rain, blue hunnids, new weather.” Shot by Gemini Vision, the visual captures the chemistry between this dynamic duo as they pull up on family and friends in the park, at a neighborhood convenience store, and beyond. Ultimately, it gives the outside a world a perspective on the place Trap Dickey calls home.

Of course, the original “Blue Devils” put Trap Dickey on the map, stacking up nearly 15 million cumulative streams. Simultaneously, he delivered showstopping performances for On The Radar and From The Block in addition to discussing his impressive journey so far on No Jumper, Dirty Glove Bastard, and more. It’s no wonder AllHipHop.com christened him “The New Face of South Carolina.”

Stay tuned for more music and announcements coming soon from Trap Dickey.

“Blue Devils (Remix)” accelerates his rise and hints at more to come.

QUAVO + LENNY KRAVITZ – FLY

Following the success of his recent Hot 100 hit “Tough” with Lana Del Rey, GRAMMY-nominated artist Quavo (Quality Control Music/Motown Records) is back with another impressive release, “FLY.” This single offers a fresh take on Lenny Kravitz‘s iconic 1998 track, enhanced by Quavo’s distinctive style and melody. Quavo’s lyrics, “Flyest in the room, who Flyer than you? / Flyest in the room, you just past the moon?” are complemented by Kravitz’s newly recorded vocals, bringing an electrifying energy to the song.

The accompanying video, directed by Jake Nava, showcases Quavo and Kravitz as a dynamic duo, delivering a captivating performance. Their synergy is palpable, creating an electrifying atmosphere that translates through both the music and visuals. Quavo and Kravitz’s collaboration follows their connection earlier this year when Quavo honored Kravitz at the BMC dinner. Kravitz, a four-time Grammy-winning rock icon, is recognized one of the preeminent rock musicians of our time and a multi-hyphenate musician, songwriter, record producer, photographer, activist, designer, actor and philanthropist. He continues make waves in the industry with his latest critically album, *Blue Electric Light*, released earlier this year.

Earlier this month, Quavo released “Tough,” a pop-infused track with Lana Del Rey. The song, which explores new musical territories for both artists, has been well-received by major outlets like Rolling Stone, Complex, and Billboard. Currently, “Tough” is holding strong at No. 61 on the Billboard Hot 100. Quavo also made headlines in Atlanta recently when he appeared alongside Vice President Harris at a rally, supporting her stance on gun control and endorsing her run for the presidency. Quavo’s new white cognac, White X, created in partnership with Sazerac, makes a cameo in the video upon the brand’s nationwide launch. Quavo’s latest foray into the spirits industry is just another step for him to become one of music’s preeminent entrepreneurs.

Quavo x Lenny Kravitz “FLY” Single

Retail: https://quavo.lnk.to/Fly

Video: https://quavo.lnk.to/FlyVideo

HILMA AF KLINT

Dates: October 18, 2024–February 2, 2025
Curators: Tracey Bashkoff, Senior Director of Collections and Senior Curator, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, and Lucía Agirre, Curator, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Sponsored by: Iberdrola
With the cooperation of the Hilma af Klint Foundation

Swedish artist Hilma af Klint eschewed her traditional pictorial training in order to focus on a new type of abstract art informed by her deep spiritual commitments.

The artist devoted nearly a decade to her Paintings for the Temple, which represents a radical effort by af Klint to find visual expression for a transcendent, spiritual reality beyond the observable world.

Hilma af Klint rarely exhibited her most innovative works during her lifetime, and nearly a century would pass before they finally received the recognition they deserve.

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao presents Hilma af Klint, a comprehensive survey of the career of Swedish artist Hilma af Klint (b. 1862, Stockholm; d. 1944, Stockholm), sponsored by Iberdrola. The show spans from her early works on traditional themes, her automatic drawings, and her most outstanding series, including Paintings for the Temple, Parsifal, the Atom Series, to the watercolors of her final years.

Photograph of the Swedish artist Hilma af Klint (1862–1944) at her studio on Hamngatan in Stockholm.
Courtesy The Hilma af Klint Foundation
©The Hilma af Klint Foundation, Bilbao 2024

MIKE BAHÍA LAUNCHES HIS NEW DOCUMENTARY

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A deep dive into the roots and soul of Cali, marking the beginning of a new musical era

Mike Bahía, one of the most influential artists in Latin music, presents his new documentary. This emotional cinematic work is a deep exploration of his roots in the vibrant city of Cali and an internal journey that leads him to rediscover his essence and connection with his homeland.

The documentary is an intimate journey that narrates Mike Bahía‘s reconnection with his origins. In his own words: “These have been very beautiful days but also very lonely here in the city… a time for reflection, realizing that this journey is not just a musical one, that I came to face my past… to meet with my friends, with my family.” These words, expressed in one of the scenes of the documentary, reflect Mike’s introspective and emotional tone as he confronts his memories and experiences, offering the viewer a sincere and authentic look into his inner world.

Directed by Más Juan and Iván Vernaza and produced by La Ruta Studio, the documentary captures the vibrant essence of Cali, showcasing its unique colors, sounds, and rhythms. Through evocative images and sincere testimonies, the documentary takes the audience on a tour of the city’s most significant places, while Mike Bahía shares personal anecdotes and moments of introspection that reveal the deepest layers of his identity.

SAY HER NAME: SONYA MASSEY

According to NBC News, ‘Black people, who account for 13 percent of the U.S. population, accounted for 27 percent of those fatally shot and killed by police in 2021, according to Mapping Police Violence, a nonprofit group that tracks police shootings. That means Black people are twice as likely as white people to be shot and killed by police officers.’

Activists and community members gathered in 34 cities nationwide to protest Sonya Massey‘s killing. The social justice organization Until Freedom organized a rally at New York’s Washington Square Park today to mark a day of mourning to raise awareness for the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.

Co-founders: Linda Sarsour and Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne Linen, among others, spoke passionately against police brutality, describing the current climate as an ‘open season’ on Black people. They urged everyone to unite and voice their opinions in the upcoming election on November 5th.

The promise of police immunity by former President Trump and the ongoing Project 2025 policy initiatives are viewed as being part of a broader issue. After all, the murder of Sonya Massey occurred days after Kamala Harris was announced as the first Black female presidential candidate.

OAKLEY – MOONVEIL

Oakley releases Moonveil, a limited-edition collection that fuses elevated design and innovation to create a whole new genre of headgear. Moonveil made its debut in the animated Future Genesis short film as a holographic projection. Now brought to life, the boundary-pushing headgear combines eyewear and headwear to sit in a category of its own.

Instead of a traditional frame with ear stems, Oakley Moonveil features a jet-black, knitted cloak, with reflective yarn lines, discreetly stitched to capture light and attention. It includes interchangeable dual Prizm™ lens shields on a swivel system, allowing wearers to adapt intuitively to changing light conditions. The Prizm™ 24K lens provides maximum eye protection and reduces light transmission for bright environments, while the Prizm™ Low Light lens increases light intake for when it is darker. The cloak is complete with zip-off front closures for a customizable fit, allowing open-faced styling or complete anonymity, based on individual preference.

The hyper-limited release includes just 100 serialized units. Each Moonveil will include original concept sketches from Oakley product designers and the Future Genesis ashcan preview comic by Dark Horse, which portrays Moonveil on the back cover.

The limited-edition design piece will be launching on Oakley.com in September 2024.

JT – 90s Baby

Today, JT (Quality Control Music/Motown) unleashes her 16-track debut mixtape, City Cinderella, with features from Jeezy, DJ Khaled, CLIP & Stunna Girl. JT’s sheer versatility is on display, as she showcases her lyrical acrobatics on Mannie Fresh sampled “Servin” while exuding sex appeal on the R&B-leaning track “90’s Baby.” JT’s thunderous single “OKAY” resides on the mixtape along with the Jeezy-stamped remix, which features the two down South rappers trading hard-hitting verses. Drenched with swagger, JT’s commanding presence can be felt through the mixtape, as she’s primed and ready to take the mantel of being the best female rapper out. Fans will be able to see more of JT when she releases her newest visual, “90’s Baby,” which samples Joe’s “All The Things” at 12pm EST/9am PST.

Listen to City Cinderella Mixtape HERE. Watch “90s Baby” HERE.

To supplement the release of City Cinderella, JT gave fans access to her climb to hip-hop’s upper echelon with The City Cinderella Documentary. From overcoming tough obstacles like her stint in jail and returning to uncertain circumstances to evolving into one of music’s best hitmakers, every layer of JT is unveiled in this heartfelt video. Screenings were held in New York and Miami earlier this week, and fans from those respective areas received early access to view the documentary. Avid fans were captivated by JT’s climb to success as she barreled her way into rap superstardom.

Earlier this week, JT covered Paper Magazine, where she spoke on releasing her first-ever solo mixtape and the recording process as a solo artist. Titled “Larger Than Life,” readers received a snapshot of the life of one of Miami’s biggest stars.

This summer, JT will also embark on her newest tour. Presented by AG Entertainment/Mammoth, The City Cinderella Tour begins Aug. 20 in Kansas City and JT will make notable stops in New York, Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. Fans can purchase tickets HERE.

JT – City Cinderella Mixtape

Retail: https://thegirljt.lnk.to/citycinderella

“90s Baby” Video”: https://thegirljt.lnk.to/90sBabyVideo

JT – The City Cinderella Documentary

Link: https://thegirljt.lnk.to/documentary

REEBOK + NASA

Reebok revealed a NASA-inspired footwear and apparel capsule exploring the intersection of archival artifacts and vintage resale, dropping July 31. The collection follows the concept of historic innovation, turned artifact, turned vintage discovery, where the sportswear giant’s most innovative footwear technologies emerge from the archive to provide canvases for design and storytelling.

Angel Reese Basketball Collection

Basketball superstar Angel Reese just took to the pre-game tunnel to tease her upcoming Reebok collection ahead of tonight’s game.

The full footwear and apparel range – including the Premier Road VI sneaker and Lux Bodysuit worn by Reese tonight – is slated to launch later this season. Further details will be shared in the coming weeks.

KATY PERRY – WOMAN’S WORLD

GLOBAL POP SUPERSTAR KATY PERRY’S FIRST SINGLE AND VIDEO, “WOMAN’S WORLD,” OUT NOW

NEW ALBUM, 143, CONFIRMED FOR SEPTEMBER 20 RELEASE VIA CAPITOL RECORDS

LISTEN HERE

VIEW THE VIDEO HERE

DIRECTED BY: Charlotte Rutherford

“I set out to create a bold, exuberant, celebratory dance-pop album with the symbolic 143 numerical expression of love as a throughline message,” – Katy Perry.

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Photo Credit: Cynthia Parkhurst