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Monday Notes for August 26th, 2024
The Uristocrat Headlines for Monday, August 26th, 2024. This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores what we are reading as it relates to cultural stories of the day.
Music
Maxwell: Tiny Desk Concert
Maxwell joins the NPR Tiny Desk to play a few of his hits.
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Ethan Tomas releases his debut EP "ORIGINS"
Ethan Tomas releases his debut EP "ORIGINS"
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Who is Laila!
Laila! releases her new album GAP YEAR! on September 6
Apple Music
Asake's "Lungu Boy": A Sonic Journey through Lagos and Beyond
Lungu Boy is Asake’s third album in three years, released on August 9, 2024.
Music
Kendrick Lamar's Los Angeles Juneteenth Show: "The Pop Out – Ken and Friends" features Dr. Dre, Ab-Soul, SchoolBoy Q, Jay Rock, Russell Westbrook and more
Kendrick Lamar held a special Juneteenth show in Los Angeles.
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Tems releases "Born In the Wild"
Almost six years after releasing her breakout single, 2018’s “Mr Rebel,” Nigerian superstar Tems delivers her debut LP, Born in the Wild.
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NPR Music celebrates Black Music Month with an all-female lineup
NPR Music celebrates 2024 Black Music Month by releasing nine Tiny Desk concerts from Black women.
Music
Kaytranada Releases New Album "Timeless" Featuring Childish Gambino, Tinashe, Dawn Richard, & More
Kaytranada has officially announced his highly anticipated new album, "Timeless," which will feature a star-studded lineup including Childish Gambino, Tinashe, Dawn Richard, and more. The album marks Kaytranada's return to solo projects.
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The Roots Announce 2024 Tour Dates with Arrested Development and Digable Planets
Key Takeaways * A Historical Collaboration: The tour represents a unique gathering of hip-hop pioneers, each bringing their distinctive sound and contributions to the genre. * Not Just Music, But a Movement: This isn't merely a series of concerts; it's a celebration of hip-hop's journey and
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Skepta, Portable, and Jae5 Unite for "Tony Montana": A Triumphant Fusion of Sounds
In a collaboration setting the music scene abuzz, British-Nigerian grime legend Skepta, Nigerian Afrobeat breakout star Portable, and renowned British-Ghanaian producer Jae5 have joined forces on the track "Tony Montana." This collaboration signifies a groundbreaking moment in the fusion of genres and marks a celebration of African and
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Release Day: Young Thug, Coi Leray, Camidoh, Big Freedia
Uristocrat June 23 Release Day Playlist Young Thug "BUSINESS IS BUSINESS" Coi Leray "COI" About COI Coi Leray has been the topic of conversation since she popped on the scene with her 2021 remix hit “No More Parties” featuring Lil Durk, which became a staple on