Julianna Hurtado

It’s been a quiet year on the Kanye West front since he cancelled his major “Saint Pablo” tour, was hospitalized for various emergencies, and made a puzzling appearance with then-President-elect Donald Trump. Just a couple months ago, Kanye West was reported to be sequestered off in Jackson Hole, working on new music with some promising names, ... <a title="Kanye West Announces Two New Albums" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/kanye-west-announces-two-new-albums/" aria-label="Read more about Kanye West Announces Two New Albums">Read more</a>

It hasn’t even been a year since Odd Future rapper Tyler, the Creator dropped Flower Boy, a seasoned effort featuring the likes of Frank Ocean, Kalis Uchis, A$Ap Rocky, Jaden Smith, and more. But 2018 may turn out to be yet another big year for Tyler, as he’s already begun dropping new music. Back in March, Tyler, ... <a title="Tyler, the Creator Shares “Rose Tinted Cheeks”" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/tyler-the-creator-shares-rose-tinted-cheeks/" aria-label="Read more about Tyler, the Creator Shares “Rose Tinted Cheeks”">Read more</a>

UPDATE: Following the release of Drake’s instant hit and current Hot 100 chart-topper “Nice for What,” the rapper announced his new album, titled Scorpion. Last week, Drake teased fans with info about his album by posting a photo of himself in a shiny bomber jacket with “Scorpion” stitched on the back.  On the same jacket, Drake announced Scorpion will arrive June 2018, with no date ... <a title="Everything We Know About Drake’s Upcoming Album" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/everything-we-know-about-drakes-upcoming-album/" aria-label="Read more about Everything We Know About Drake’s Upcoming Album">Read more</a>

It’s been four years since Nicki Minaj dropped The Pinkprint. Though she’s been largely out of sight, Nicki has since appeared on some bangers, including Lil Uzi Vert’s “The Way Life Goes”, Travis Scott’s “Krippy Kush (Remix)”, in addition to assisting Migos’ Quavo on “She for Keeps”. On Saturday April 8th, Nicki Minaj wrote and deleted a Tweet ... <a title="Nicki Minaj Drops “Chun Li” and “Barbie Tingz”" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/nicki-minaj-drops-chun-li-and-barbie-tingz/" aria-label="Read more about Nicki Minaj Drops “Chun Li” and “Barbie Tingz”">Read more</a>

Hip-hop duo Rae Sremmurd—consisting of Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee—have teamed up with legendary producer Pharrell on their latest offering from the forthcoming Sr3mm, due out this month. “Chanel“, a sinister trap track, features a Mike WiLL Made-It beat of dissonant synth drones, over which Rae Sremmurd spits the contagious hook: “Take her to Chanel, ... <a title="Listen: Rae Sremmurd and Pharrell’s New Single “Chanel”" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/listen-rae-sremmurd-and-pharrells-new-single-chanel/" aria-label="Read more about Listen: Rae Sremmurd and Pharrell’s New Single “Chanel”">Read more</a>

Arctic Monkeys have officially announced their new album, Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino, due out May 11th. This will be their first album in five years, since 2013’s AM, a record that will undeniably be hard to follow up. Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino was co-produced by longtime collaborator James Ford and frontman Alex Turner, and recorded in three ... <a title="Arctic Monkeys Announce ‘Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino’" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/arctic-monkeys-announce-tranquility-base-hotel-casino/" aria-label="Read more about Arctic Monkeys Announce ‘Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino’">Read more</a>

In the new mixtape The DAMN. Chronic, DJ Critical Hype—the same producer who brought us Chance the Dropout—lays Kendrick Lamar verses over classic Dre beats. An official collaboration between Kendrick Lamar and Dr. Dre has been a pipe dream of several fans for awhile now. But the dream isn’t completely improbable, considering Dr. Dre acted as executive producer on ... <a title="The Kendrick Lamar and Dr. Dre Mash-Up Album Has Arrived" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-kendrick-lamar-and-dr-dre-mash-up-album-has-arrived/" aria-label="Read more about The Kendrick Lamar and Dr. Dre Mash-Up Album Has Arrived">Read more</a>

Cardi B gets up close and personal with herself in “Be Careful”, the newest single from her forthcoming LP. “Be Careful” is a mellow track, laden with high hat and smooth synth, a perfectly constructed backdrop for her emotionally charged lyrics. Check out the full audio of “Be Careful” below. Cardi doesn’t let up when ... <a title="Best New Singles: “Be Careful” by Cardi B" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/best-new-singles-be-careful-by-cardi-b/" aria-label="Read more about Best New Singles: “Be Careful” by Cardi B">Read more</a>

We have yet another visual from SZA and TDE’s Dave Free of the little homies, and this time, the revolutionary hip-hop label is taking us back to summer camp. In the “Broken Clocks” music video, SZA takes her fans to Camp CTRL to rehash old flings, cannonball into the lake, and roast marshmallows around a ... <a title="New Music Video: “Broken Clocks” by SZA" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/new-music-video-broken-clocks-by-sza/" aria-label="Read more about New Music Video: “Broken Clocks” by SZA">Read more</a>

DJ Esco really brought out all the stops for his third LP Kolorblind. Now, with the help of “OG Esco” Nas, and his righthand man Future, Esco has brought us “Walk Thru“. After dominating the charts with his 2016 single “Too Much Sauce” featuring Future and Lil Uzi Vert, Esco has spent the bulk of his time in the ... <a title="Listen to Nas and Future’s New Track “Walk Thru”" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/listen-to-nas-and-futures-new-track-walk-thru/" aria-label="Read more about Listen to Nas and Future’s New Track “Walk Thru”">Read more</a>

Just a week ahead of releasing his new album Boarding House Reach, rock icon Jack White has announced a series of “intimate”, live shows. The concerts will take place in New York, Los Angeles, and London, and feature White alongside a new touring band. White and co. will perform a combination of songs from Boarding House Reach and “reimagined songs from ... <a title="Jack White Adds Three “Intimate” Shows to Upcoming Tour" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/jack-white-adds-three-intimate-shows-to-upcoming-tour/" aria-label="Read more about Jack White Adds Three “Intimate” Shows to Upcoming Tour">Read more</a>

Leon Bridges dropped his stunning first single “Coming Home” back in 2015, along with releasing his debut record of the same title. It was hard for fans and critics alike to believe Bridges when he said he never intended to write Soul music, as his voice and singing style immediately drew references to Sam Cooke ... <a title="Leon Bridges Announces New Album and Drops Two Singles" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/leon-bridges-announces-new-album-and-drops-two-singles/" aria-label="Read more about Leon Bridges Announces New Album and Drops Two Singles">Read more</a>

Music fans, are you looking to treat yourself to rock concert tickets next year? Lucky for you there are plenty of artists planning to take their live shows on the road. From iconic pop-rock stars such as Maroon 5, to the queen of alt-rock guitar prowess St. Vincent, there are several performers set to tour in ... <a title="The Best Rock Concert Tours of 2018" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/upcoming-rock-concerts/" aria-label="Read more about The Best Rock Concert Tours of 2018">Read more</a>

Apple has dropped a new Spike Jonze (Her, Being John Malkovich) directed commercial for its HomePod, the company’s Echo or Google Home equivalent. Not only is the video a sleek, eye-catching, and purely enjoyable to watch. Jonze’s “Welcome Home” also features the stunning FKA Twigs, her replica, and a new single by Anderson Paak. In the ad, ... <a title="Watch FKA Twigs Dance in New Apple HomePod Ad" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/watch-fka-twigs-dance-in-new-apple-homepod-ad/" aria-label="Read more about Watch FKA Twigs Dance in New Apple HomePod Ad">Read more</a>