Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - "The Tears of a Clown" (1967)Īfter more than 20 years in hip-hop - as one-half of the supergroup Run The Jewels and also as a solo artist - the Atlanta rapper Killer Mike is ready to make what he calls "a generational statement."īorn Michael Render, the activist rapper's statement comes in the form of his personal "origin story": a 14-song solo album called Michael. In light of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, compiled a list of 15 songs that will both get you in your feelings and get your body moving. BBC and Apple Music both call such tracks Sad Bangers, a fitting name for what's become an unofficial genre over the past half-century. If you've ever happily boogied to a beat before realizing that the lyrics on top are actually a big bummer, you're certainly not alone. Tunes like "Hey Ya!" - a sad narrative disguised by an infectious melody - is one trick that has been mastered by Outkast, R.E.M. The ability to make listeners feel (and physically react) to a wide range of emotions is part of the genius of songwriting.
The line that follows may sum up its contrasting nature: "Y'all don't wanna hear me, you just wanna dance."
"Are we so in denial when we know we're not happy here?" André 3000 sings on the second verse. 1 hit with "Hey Ya!" The timeless track has an upbeat energy that makes you want to shake it like a polaroid picture - until you happen to catch its rather unhappy lyrics. Stream "Never Be Like You" below and pick up a copy on your favorite portal here.In 2003, OutKast scored their second No. No release date has been announced yet, but it is expected some time in 2016.
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It wasn't until he previewed his full album Skin at the end of 2015 that fans started to feel confident that 2016 would be the year that they would get another album from Flume. There were whispers of a new album throughout 2015, amplified when he released his track with Andrew Wyatt " Some Minds." However he went silent after that, only popping back up to preview some new music in a BBC Radio One Essential Mix. So we went out into the night for a few hours and when we returned, it all started to come together." "We laid down some chords and started an idea but weren't feeling inspired. "Kai and I were sending ideas back and forth online, then met up in NYC and went into the studio," Flume says press release. He remains on the cutting edge of the "future bass" movement with more textures and elements than those who emulate him.įlume explains how the track came together beginning online and eventually coming together in person in New York City. The Australian comes in with another well-produced instrumental with chopped up synths and layered percussion. Kai's vocals provide a radio-friendly edge to this tune as her vocals soar over the strings and bright synths from Flume. The tune is another top-notch production from Flume. Linking up with Skrillex collaborator Kai, the Australian producer and DJ premiered his new single " Never Be Like You" with Annie Mac on BBC Radio One today and subsequently released it to the public. Flume has unveiled the latest single from his new album Skin.
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