PRI//’s Scrapbook of Shadows: An Interview with the Artist

PRI//’s latest album, Madonna’s Scrapbook, unpicks the illusions we construct from memories, photographs, and the carefully curated fragments of our past. Through dissonant beats, lo-fi textures, and a raw, unfiltered approach, the album doesn’t just explore nostalgia—it questions its reliability. In this interview, PRI// touches on the deceptive nature of images, the masks we wear to function, and the blurred lines between perception and reality. From the influence of Hubert Selby Jr. and Lou Reed to the uncomfortable truths buried within seemingly ordinary lives, PRI// dissects the beauty and horror of human nature with a brutal honesty that’s impossible to ignore. Welcome to A&R Factory, PRI. Your album, Madonna’s Scrapbook sounds like an intense, fragmented exploration of perception and memory that hints at nostalgia and illusion. What drew you to that concept, and how does it connect to the album’s themes?  I was doing lots of inner work when I was writing the songs. Lots of re-assessing my old memories and questioning my perspectives of them. I think we can hold on to a memory of something quite tightly and not want to let go of it, but maybe that isn’t even accurate. You’ve spoken about the deceptive nature of old photographs and […]

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Charli XCX sweeps 2025 BRIT Awards, pays homage to late collaborator SOPHIE: “Someone who none of us would be here without”

Charli XCX

“I’ve always felt like an outsider, particularly in the British music industry,” she said at last night’s ceremony. “So it feels really nice to be recognised on this album, when I haven’t made any sacrifices”

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VUTILE & shometyle – Decide [Drum & Bass]

?VUTILE & shometyle – Decide (OUT NOW) ⤷ https://hypeddit.com/tribal/decide ? Subscribe and turn on notifications to stay updated! #TRIBALTRAP ⤷ http://bit.ly/TribalSub More like this? Follow our Spotify Playlists: ⤷ ? CAR: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1HIustV9i4CVpvlDx1EcsD ⤷ ? PHONK: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5P7NkTSkbT6r504d2FrfH3 ⤷ ? WORKOUT: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71z6BdHlnfNj4DKRhuu1Fk Follow Tribal Trap: x https://soundcloud.com/tribaltrapmusic x https://www.instagram.com/tribaltrap x https://open.spotify.com/user/tribaltrap ? Send in your own tunes! submissions(at)tribaltrap(dot)com VUTILE & shometyle – Decide

Mali Wilson Steps Into The Spotlight With “I’m Not Sorry”


Mali Wilson, the revered music executive, steps into the spotlight with her highly anticipated single “I’m Not Sorry”. This soul-stirring love ballad, co-written with Eric D. Wilson, marks a new chapter in both her career and personal journey.

Produced by award-winning artist, saxophonist, and producer Kenneth Whalum with Grammy award winning Miguel “MacGyver” Scott on mixing and mastering, “I’m Not Sorry” seamlessly blends soul, smooth jazz, timeless R&B, and a raw, unapologetic message of love.

Mali’s life transformed when her business friendship with Eric D. Wilson blossomed into romance, for a match made in heaven. Despite skeptics, they shared their love openly, inspiring others and going viral on social media. “I’m Not Sorry”, recorded at their private StoneWood Studios in Atlanta, showcases their divine connection. // Continue to the full article

Obsidian Cane & Gizella Turn Sonic Synthetics into a Soulful Inferno of Avant-Garde Transcendence in ‘Never Change’

Drum & Bass rarely carries this much ethereal weight, but Obsidian Cane and Gizella aren’t in the business of serving up the expected. Their latest single, Never Change, released on Reset Records UK, finds the perfect median between visceral energy and spectral serenity, where the frantic percussion doesn’t just drive the track—it elevates the transcendental vocal harmonies into another stratosphere. With a three-octave range that has been flexed across genres from UK Garage to Dubstep, Gizella pours a lifetime of versatility into this track, mirroring the sonic unpredictability of Obsidian Cane’s production. As harp-esque motifs shimmer through the mix, the composition pivots between the frenetic and the meditative, creating a push-pull dynamic that never loses momentum. The pairing may seem unlikely on paper—Gizella’s vocals carry the grace of classical technique with a touch of Bjork, while Obsidian Cane’s foundations lie in electronic intensity—but together, they craft a sound that is electrifyingly human. Their creative chemistry is no fluke. After years of producing music for major labels and television, Obsidian Cane was ready to walk away from the industry, only to be drawn back in by the digital age’s independent revolution. A chance connection led him to Gizella, who unknowingly auditioned while […]

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FiG Providing Product Marketing for Texas-Based Pickle Company

FiG Providing Product Marketing for Texas-Based Pickle Company
How We’re Helping Texas Tito’s Revamp Their Product Marketing

As online marketplaces become more and more crowded, standing out and attracting the right audience requires a specific skill set and level of expertise in B2C marketing. Today, we’re happy to share a new client that FiG is supporting with product marketing and supplemental services. Texas Tito’s is the leading provider of convenient, single-serve portions of sliced jalapenos, cascabellas, and dill pickles to enhance the convenience food industry. With a focus on customer satisfaction and quality, we’re thrilled to be helping Texas Tito’s elevate their brand and connect with more customers nationwide and beyond.

Who Is Texas Tito’s?

Texas Tito’s began with a simple idea: offering customers the bold flavor of fresh, pickled jalapenos without the need to buy large jars or cans. This innovation led to their portion-packed jalapenos-in-a-pouch, revolutionizing how customers enjoyed their favorite spicy foods on-the-go. Over the years, Texas Tito’s expanded their product line to include other peppers and even dill pickles—quickly becoming a staple in convenience stores, pizzerias, movie theaters, and many other venues.

Their success has enabled them to expand into global markets, with their products now shipping worldwide. Texas Tito’s continues to satisfy customers from diverse industries by offering unique, convenient, and sanitary food packaging solutions that make spicing up meals easy and accessible.

What Our Collaboration Entails Optimizing Website Content for Maximum Impact

In the initial phase of our partnership, we have been focused on optimizing Texas Tito’s website content to improve search visibility and align with the brand’s marketing goals. Through a detailed keyword analysis, we’ve identified the best SEO opportunities to help customers easily find the company’s products online. By refining and expanding their content, we ensure that the Texas Tito’s site speaks directly to their target audience and delivers a seamless and engaging user experience.

Expanding and Enhancing with a Comprehensive Marketing Strategy

Looking ahead, FiG is set to continue supporting Texas Tito’s with an extensive product marketing strategy. We’ll be rolling out monthly performance reports, holding quarterly strategy meetings with the client, and expanding website content to keep the site fresh and relevant. Our SEO efforts will continue to grow, featuring two blogs per month to boost organic traffic and engaging in a combination of passive and active link-building to improve their search rankings. We will also develop and place content on third-party websites to broaden the brand’s reach. Additionally, where the budget allows, we’ll implement paid search marketing to bring targeted traffic to their site.

Social Media Management & Outbound Lead Generation

Our work with Texas Tito’s also includes managing their social media presence. We’ll be creating a robust content calendar that features 3-5 posts each week, keeping the brand top-of-mind with their audience. We’ll also support Texas Tito’s communication efforts with a monthly newsletter that keeps their loyal customers informed about the latest news and promotions.

To drive new business, we’re implementing outbound lead generation through LinkedIn outreach, including sending up to 500 connection requests per month and messaging 500 prospects with tailored introductory messaging. Our team will optimize LinkedIn profiles and handle proactive follow-ups, helping Texas Tito’s build stronger relationships with potential partners. Along with that, we’ll be running a cold email marketing campaign targeting 2,000 new prospects, followed by a series of follow-up emails to nurture leads and encourage conversions.

Marketing Automation and Data-Driven Success

As a leading marketing automation agency, Real FiG is committed to supporting Texas Tito’s with setting up workflows, cleaning up their CRM system, and segmenting contacts to target the right audiences with the right messaging. Our efforts will include implementing key performance indicator (KPI) reporting and setting up HubSpot to manage marketing tasks and improve communication across teams. Furthermore, we’ll be developing chatbots that will guide users to conversion-focused forms and optimizing existing workflows to better track and engage leads.

We’re Committed to Long-Term Growth

With a comprehensive product marketing plan in place, FiG is excited to continue working alongside Texas Tito’s to fuel long-term growth. Our efforts to optimize their online presence through SEO, social media management, lead generation, and marketing automation will help Texas Tito’s enhance its brand recognition and connect with more customers across the globe. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to expand our marketing efforts and support our new client in achieving their business goals.

If you’re ready to take your brand to the next level, don’t wait; reach out to our team today to learn how we can help!

YOUR BEST NIGHTMARE is Back with Insane New Single ‘St. Agnes’

This single offers a new flavour of YOUR BEST NIGHTMARE that we’ve never seen before. ‘St Agnes’ takes the dark yet sweet delightfulness of ‘Presents: A Simple Solution for Toxic Masculinity,’ steeps it in venom, sets fire to it, and dances in its poisonous ashes. Oh yeah, this track is truly a rage-fuelled evolution of YOUR BEST NIGHTMARE’s style. The question is, whose downfall are you praying for? 

Listen: Temporary by Kylie Rothfield

Kylie Rothfield

Temporary

Following on from last year’s big, impassioned single, Never Loved Somebody, US musician Kylie Rothfield is back with her new single, Temporary. Where Never Loved Somebody was an epic slice of emotive pop, Temporary is a more muted and understated affair.

Opening with clipped percussion and a Hooky-esque New Order bass line, Temporary shimmers with a series of close cinematic synth tones that underline Rothfield’s (once again) beautiful, crisp and glassy vocal. The song’s bruising lyrics pair with a streamlined, restrained production, the streamlined and detached sound reflecting Rothfield’s own disassociation from her situation and emotional state. As she sings the song’s chorus, it’s clear that this is a song about opting to stay in a situation where you are knowingly hurting yourself in an attempt to put off future, inevitable, pain:

“I blocked your phone on Saturday,
I keep on calling anyway,
We’re always acting like it’s not…
Temporary”

Temporary was written and produced by Kylie, alongside queer indie alt-pop artist Mothé, and takes inspiration from the likes of The Strokes and The Cure. Check it out below, and look out for Kylie Rothfield’s debut album, due in sprint 2025: