What 1,800 Spotify birth playlists reveal about the soundtrack of birth
An analysis of 1,800 Spotify birth playlists reveals the songs parents choose for labor—and why music can calm, connect, and shape those first moments. Read More
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Indie pop music sensation Sombr rocks the stage at Leader Bank Pavilion
In a room full of people, it’s hard to miss Sombr. The 20-year-old singer stands out among a crowd, with his curly black hair, angular face, and impressive height (6’5, it’s up for debate). His powerful, emotive voice has established him as a breakout star in the music industry. But it wasn’t just his voice... Read More
Music is trapped in the TikTok algorithm
The music world has resorted to the goal of being popular on TikTok or using samples. Music is now in need of innovation as more artists and bands conform to molds and standards to get famous. Read More
We Played ‘Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’ In Mouse Mode & Actually Enjoyed It
It just felt right to move Samus with one Joy-Con and aim and shoot with the other. Using the scan mode was a breeze, taking out enemies was fun, and the one boss battle I got to experience was exhilarating.
Cults, Diverse Brains & Pop Pleasures: Five Things We Learned From Pub Choir Founder Astrid Jorgensen’s ‘Average At Best’
As Astrid Jorgensen, the founder, leader and lead nerd of Pub Choir, releases her book 'Average At Best,' let's unpack some of the volume's biggest lessons. Read More
Streams Of D’Angelo’s Music Surge 796% Following His Death, With Three Songs Reaching Top 10 On R&B Chart
Following D’Angelo’s death from pancreatic cancer on October 14 at age 51, streams of his music surged 796% with 16.1 million U.S. on-demand plays over the week of Oct. 10-16. The top hits among fans were “Untitled (How Does It Feel),” which accumulate... Read More
Lil Yachty “Endless,” Hit-Boy & The Alchemist ft. Havoc “Celebration Moments: & More
Lil Yachty multiplies himself over and over and Hit-Boy, The Alchemist and Havoc hold it down in NYC. Today's Daily Visuals.
R&B Star Breaks Down in Tears on Podcast
Kevin McCall is struggling, at least according to a recent emotional interview. The singer and songwriter, who has collaborated with Chris Brown, says he’s embarrassed to be on government assistance and is calling on the “She Ain’t You” singer for help. While appearing on the Back On Figg podcast, one moment has gone viral and […] Read More
The Shade Room (@theshaderoom) • Instagram photos and videos
1,203 likes, 51 comments - theshaderoom on October 22, 2025: "#TSRTunez: Roommates, R&B is eating in 2025 & this Friday we’re getting even more heat! #LeonThomas, fresh off a breakout year, is dropping his highly anticipated EP “PHOLKS.” Our girl #QueenNaija is coming with a new EP “30.” And if that wasn’t enough, #HalleBailey is blessing us with her debut album “Love? Or Something Like It” featuring a collab with sis #Chloe.(SWIPE) to hear the first singles and drop in […]
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