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Julianna Hurtado

Julianna Hurtado

Julianna Hurtado is a freelance writer and novelist, currently residing in Baltimore, MD. She earned her B.A at the Gallatin School of Individualized Study at New York University, and her M.F.A from Hunter College.

P!nk Will Drop A New Album in April, First Single Out This Month

P!nk Will Drop A New Album in April, First Single Out This Month

It’s been a huge week for P!nk. On Tuesday (Feb. 5) the “What About Us” singer received her place amongst the stars. The Hollywood Walk of Fame, that is. Now, beside stars dedicated to Jackie Chan and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, is just one of the many testaments to P!nk’s contribution to American culture. A ... <a title="P!nk Will Drop A New Album in April, First Single Out This Month" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/pnk-will-drop-a-new-album-in-april-first-single-out-this-month/" aria-label="Read more about P!nk Will Drop A New Album in April, First Single Out This Month">Read more</a>

Halsey Set to Host and Perform &#8216;SNL&#8217;: Does This Mean New Music?

Halsey Set to Host and Perform ‘SNL’: Does This Mean New Music?

We see you Ashley. Increasing your media presence, booking one of the most beloved primetime television gigs around. Does this mean what we think it means? Are we about to get a new single, or album release date for the third Halsey album? Ashley Frangipane—better known by her stage name Halsey—made an exciting announcement this ... <a title="Halsey Set to Host and Perform ‘SNL’: Does This Mean New Music?" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/everything-we-know-about-halseys-new-album/" aria-label="Read more about Halsey Set to Host and Perform ‘SNL’: Does This Mean New Music?">Read more</a>

Meet Lizzo, the Flute Flexing Rap Singer Making No-Genre Music For Us All

Meet Lizzo, the Flute Flexing Rap Singer Making No-Genre Music For Us All

UPDATE (1/30): After a phenomenal appearance on The Ellen Degeneres Show, Lizzo has finally revealed her plans for 2019, and for the final resting home of her newest—and biggest single to date—”Juice“. CUZ I LOVE YOU, billed as Lizzo’s official, full-length debut, will arrive April 19th via Nice Life/Atlantic. So far, “Juice” is the only known CUZ I LOVE YOU single, ... <a title="Meet Lizzo, the Flute Flexing Rap Singer Making No-Genre Music For Us All" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/meet-lizzo-the-flute-flexing-rap-singer-making-no-genre-music-for-us-all-2/" aria-label="Read more about Meet Lizzo, the Flute Flexing Rap Singer Making No-Genre Music For Us All">Read more</a>

Bad Bunny Enforces Style and Acceptance in Stunning &#8220;Caro&#8221; Video

Bad Bunny Enforces Style and Acceptance in Stunning “Caro” Video

It’s so fitting: That the first frame of Bad Bunny’s “Caro” music video shows him perched regally in a robe, one hand drying while the other is planted on a table, getting its nails painted black. Fast forward a few seconds, when Bad Bunny switches out his body for 19-year-old model Jazmyne Joy, who’s been sharing her ... <a title="Bad Bunny Enforces Style and Acceptance in Stunning “Caro” Video" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/bad-bunny-enforces-style-and-acceptance-in-stunning-caro-video/" aria-label="Read more about Bad Bunny Enforces Style and Acceptance in Stunning “Caro” Video">Read more</a>

Bad Bunny and J Balvin Will Unite to Perform Univision&#8217;s Uforia Music Series

Bad Bunny and J Balvin Will Unite to Perform Univision’s Uforia Music Series

Univision’s beloved Uforia Concert Series is gearing up for some huge performances this week. This year, the Uforia Concert Series brings Bad Bunny, J Balvin, and several other Latinx musicians together in Houston and Dallas for a concert benefitting those affected by the El Paso and Dayton, Ohio shootings. By bringing together some of the biggest names in ... <a title="Bad Bunny and J Balvin Will Unite to Perform Univision’s Uforia Music Series" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/univisions-uforia-music-series/" aria-label="Read more about Bad Bunny and J Balvin Will Unite to Perform Univision’s Uforia Music Series">Read more</a>

Why Ariana Grande&#8217;s &#8220;7 Rings&#8221; Doesn&#8217;t Rip Off Anybody

Why Ariana Grande’s “7 Rings” Doesn’t Rip Off Anybody

For those of you who were too swept up in the lavish lyrics, the contagious chorus, the interminable swag of Ariana Grande’s latest single “7 Rings” to notice the haters coming to play...congrats on your internet willpower. Because not long after Grande dropped “7 Rings”—which has now reached over 8.5 million streams and won Grande the ... <a title="Why Ariana Grande’s “7 Rings” Doesn’t Rip Off Anybody" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/why-ariana-grande-7-rings-doesnt-rip-off-anybody/" aria-label="Read more about Why Ariana Grande’s “7 Rings” Doesn’t Rip Off Anybody">Read more</a>

Kanye West is Recording in Miami, Debuted New Material at Second &#8220;Sunday Service&#8221;

Kanye West is Recording in Miami, Debuted New Material at Second “Sunday Service”

Kanye West fans are living in a state of postponement. This past November, West delayed the release of Yandhi. Again. “After performing again, I realize the new album I’ve been working on isn’t ready yet,” Kanye said on Twitter after taking the stage with Kid Cudi at the Camp Flog Gnaw music festival. “I’ll announced the release date once ... <a title="Kanye West is Recording in Miami, Debuted New Material at Second “Sunday Service”" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/kanye-west-recording-and-debuting-new-music/" aria-label="Read more about Kanye West is Recording in Miami, Debuted New Material at Second “Sunday Service”">Read more</a>

Vampire Weekend Announce Double Album, with New Singles Out Next Week

Vampire Weekend Announce Double Album, with New Singles Out Next Week

It’s been almost six years since Vampire Weekend released Modern Vampires of the City. Fans have been patient, with all of the leaked working titles, with the announcement of founding member Rostam Batmanglij leaving the band, with last Summer’s festival sets—their first in years. Still, 2018 came and went, and Vampire Weekend didn’t drop any new music. ... <a title="Vampire Weekend Announce Double Album, with New Singles Out Next Week" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/vampire-weekend-announce-double-album-with-new-singles-out-next-week/" aria-label="Read more about Vampire Weekend Announce Double Album, with New Singles Out Next Week">Read more</a>

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Proves You Don&#8217;t Need Album Sales to Reach No. 1

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Proves You Don’t Need Album Sales to Reach No. 1

After two weeks in second place—behind 21 Savage’s I Am > I Was—Bronx rapper A Boogie Wit da Hoodie claimed his first No. 1 Billboard spot with his newest album, Hoodie SZN. But as the New York Times points out, Hoodie SZN only sold 823 traditional copies. That makes Hoodie SZN the all-time, lowest-selling No. 1 album. A Boogie breaks a record that was established one week ... <a title="A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Proves You Don’t Need Album Sales to Reach No. 1" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/a-boogie-wit-da-hoodie-proves-you-dont-need-album-sales-to-reach-no-1/" aria-label="Read more about A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Proves You Don’t Need Album Sales to Reach No. 1">Read more</a>

Justin Timberlake&#8217;s &#8216;Man of the Woods&#8217; Tour: What to Expect

Justin Timberlake’s ‘Man of the Woods’ Tour: What to Expect

In late October, Justin Timberlake had to delay his monumental “Man of the Woods” Tour by cancelling a show at NYC’s Madison Square Garden. Timberlake explained, “my vocal cords are severely bruised... I’m gonna make this up to you.” Unfortunately, the postponement was followed by more cancellations, prompting Timberlake to share an update in early December. ... <a title="Justin Timberlake’s ‘Man of the Woods’ Tour: What to Expect" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/justin-timberlakes-man-of-the-woods-tour-what-to-expect/" aria-label="Read more about Justin Timberlake’s ‘Man of the Woods’ Tour: What to Expect">Read more</a>

Nas Shares Powerful &#8220;Cops Shot the Kid&#8221; Video

Nas Shares Powerful “Cops Shot the Kid” Video

One of the few standouts from Nas’ Summer ’18 7-track has finally received a music video. “Cops Shot the Kid” derives a lot of its momentum from its iconic sampling of Slick Rick’s beloved “Children’s Story“. And to our delight, the legendary MC made a cameo at the tragic finale of the new “Cops Shot the ... <a title="Nas Shares Powerful “Cops Shot the Kid” Video" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/nas-shares-powerful-cops-shot-the-kid-video/" aria-label="Read more about Nas Shares Powerful “Cops Shot the Kid” Video">Read more</a>

James Blake&#8217;s &#8216;Assume Form&#8217; Is Coming Soon, Features Andre 3000

James Blake’s ‘Assume Form’ Is Coming Soon, Features Andre 3000

Thanks—again—to Amazon, who is responsible for leaking coveted information regarding the new James Blake album. According to the company’s French interface, James Blake’s new album is titled Assume Form, and will drop January 25th via Polydor. And that’s not all. The Amazon page featured a detailed tracklist, too. According to the page, Assume Form will be composed of 12 ... <a title="James Blake’s ‘Assume Form’ Is Coming Soon, Features Andre 3000" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/james-blakes-assume-form-is-coming-soon-features-andre-3000/" aria-label="Read more about James Blake’s ‘Assume Form’ Is Coming Soon, Features Andre 3000">Read more</a>

Are the Black Eyed Peas Making a Comeback?

Are the Black Eyed Peas Making a Comeback?

We’re not talking about the Fergie-fronted, iconic pop hitmakers of the mid-2000’s. We’re talking about one of the most promising hip-hop groups of the late 90’s. A group we thought had, by all sounds and appearances, disappeared. Plenty of people feel that “Where Is the Love” and other Elephunk singles were the genesis of a talented combo ... <a title="Are the Black Eyed Peas Making a Comeback?" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/are-the-black-eyed-peas-making-a-comeback/" aria-label="Read more about Are the Black Eyed Peas Making a Comeback?">Read more</a>

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2019 Class Has Been Announced

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2019 Class Has Been Announced

It’s that time of year. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 2019 inductees have been announced. Radiohead, the Cure, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks, Roxy Music, Def Leppard, and the Zombies make up this year’s class. The 34th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place March 29th at Barclays Center.  An edited version of the event will later ... <a title="The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2019 Class Has Been Announced" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-2019-class-has-been-announced/" aria-label="Read more about The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2019 Class Has Been Announced">Read more</a>