Dur-Dur Band :: Volume 3 (1988) & Volume 4 (1989)

The latest archival installment from the Somalian hotel band shows an unwieldy group streamlining their sound in the studio, dialing up the hooks, battening down the rhythms and keeping the grooves on point. Taking inspiration from Motown and disco as much as reggae and Afrobeat, the Dur-Dur Band kept the wild 70s alive even as the ugly 80s were taking over.

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Transmissions :: Johnny Marr

Certain people play guitar in a way that is immediately recognizable, no matter the context. Our guest this week on Transmissions, Johnny Marr, is one such guitarists. A founding member of legendary indie band The Smiths, his sound is undeniable a blend of jangle, chime, bite, and attitude. He’s back with a new album The Age Of Everything, which he joins us to discuss. Along the way, we also get into the global influence of The Smiths, discuss how Black American musicians inspired his sound, and share some of his less apparent influences, including Neil Young, who if you hear Marr tell it, played a rather pivotal role in the development of British punk rock. Style, sound, and the “politics” of guitar: Johnny Marr on Transmissions.

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Gorgon City Chart Independent Course With AETHER: A Statement Album on Their Own Terms

Taking Full Control Gorgon City are making a bold move. The London-based duo of Matt Minutes and Tail has announced AETHER, their forthcoming album slated for November 13, and the project represents far more than just new music—it’s a declaration of artistic independence. By releasing through their own REALM Records imprint, Gorgon City are seizing […]

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DRMAGDN’S NEW RECORD DYNAMITE IS A HIGH-OCTANE SONIC EXPLOSION

DRMAGDN, the NYC-based Producer & Live-Drumming DJ mastermind, has dropped “DYNAMITE,” a maximalist EDM EP out now on BMG / Wildfyre Records. The title track “Dynamite” is designed for pure sensory overload and has been slated to be featured in the Fall 2026 release of GTA 6’s Online Radio. The record also features chart-topping, stadium-ready […]

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Bank of America Highlights Employee Stories in New Campaign

Bank of America has launched a new campaign focusing on the personal stories and experiences of its employees. The initiative, directed by Voyager’s Chrris Lowe, places employees at the center of the narrative, celebrating their roles and passions both within and outside the company. The campaign is…