Julianna Hurtado

It’s been five years since alt-rock band The Killers released their fifth studio album, 2012’s Battleborn. There hasn’t been a band quite like The Killers since they left the rock music scene, making us desperate for Brandon Flowers and co. to come back with another album’s worth of hits. And it looks like the wait is finally over. ... <a title="The Killers Announce New Album and Premier Lead Single" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-killers-announce-new-album-and-premier-lead-single/" aria-label="Read more about The Killers Announce New Album and Premier Lead Single">Read more</a>

Wednesday night’s episode of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon featured an energetic, bright, and levelheaded Miley Cyrus, who both guested and performed. This marks the first talk show performance from Miley since the release of her latest singles, “Malibu” and “Inspired“. Fans of the Bangerz star were eagerly and nervously awaiting the follow-up to Miley Cyrus & Her Dead ... <a title="Miley Cyrus Performs New Music on Jimmy Fallon" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/miley-cyrus-performs-malibu-on-jimmy-fallon/" aria-label="Read more about Miley Cyrus Performs New Music on Jimmy Fallon">Read more</a>

It’s been four years since Jay-Z released his 12th studio album Magna Carta...Holy Grail, a record which soared to the top of the Billboard 200, not to mention racking up nine nominations at the 2014 Grammy Awards, more than any other artist that year. Since, we’ve seen Hov busy with Roc Nation and Tidal, on top of ... <a title="Damian Marley Confirms Jay Z is Working on a New Album" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/jay-z-is-working-on-a-new-album/" aria-label="Read more about Damian Marley Confirms Jay Z is Working on a New Album">Read more</a>

The Weeknd just wrapped up the North American leg of his current world tour in promotion of his Daft Punk, pop R&B album Starboy. Now, Abel Tesfaye is getting ready to take off across the pond and extensively tour Europe. But those of you who weren’t able to catch the crooner in the states this go round ... <a title="The Weeknd Announces ‘Legend of the Fall’ Phase Two" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-weeknd-announces-legend-of-the-fall-phase-two/" aria-label="Read more about The Weeknd Announces ‘Legend of the Fall’ Phase Two">Read more</a>

DJ Khaled broke out his star-studded track list for the follow-up to 2016’s Major Key, and the list is better than we could’ve ever predicted. Grateful, out June 23rd, features Chance the Rapper, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Drake, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Alicia Keys, Lil Wayne, Justin Bieber, Future, Migos, and many more. DJ Khaled clearly wasn’t worried about the industry’s biggest performers ... <a title="DJ Khaled Reveals Star-Studded Track List for ‘Grateful’" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/dj-khaled-reveals-star-studded-track-list-for-grateful/" aria-label="Read more about DJ Khaled Reveals Star-Studded Track List for ‘Grateful’">Read more</a>

We’re nearing the date Lorde fans have been waiting for. On June 16th, the New Zealand singer-songwriter will drop her highly anticipated sophomore album, Melodrama. So far, the album has been preceded by three singles, the crescendoing lead single “Green Light“, the vulnerable, masterpiece ballad “Liability“, and “Perfect Places“, the song that most resembles what Lorde put forth ... <a title="Listen to Lorde’s New Song ‘Sober’" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/listen-to-lordes-new-song-sober/" aria-label="Read more about Listen to Lorde’s New Song ‘Sober’">Read more</a>

After abruptly announcing The Manuscript EP earlier this week, Vic Mensa dropped his latest project today via Soundcloud yesterday. The Manuscript, produced by Pharrell, No I.D, and others, is quite the treat for those who’ve been following the Chicago rapper’s career, which began to take off even before the rapid rise of fellow Chicagoan Chance the ... <a title="Vic Mensa Releases ‘The Manuscript’ EP" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/vic-mensa-releases-the-manuscript-ep/" aria-label="Read more about Vic Mensa Releases ‘The Manuscript’ EP">Read more</a>

It’s been a crazy six years for 2 Chainz, a rapper first known more for his guest verses than his solo work but who has definitely claimed a high-standing place in today’s hip-hop world. This year alone, 2 Chainz soared to the top and proved he is one of the most prolific rappers out there by rapidly ... <a title="2 Chainz Announces Pretty Girls Like Trap Music Tour" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/2-chainz-announces-pretty-girls-like-trap-music-tour/" aria-label="Read more about 2 Chainz Announces Pretty Girls Like Trap Music Tour">Read more</a>

It’s been four years since Portugal. The Man dropped their eighth studio album Evil Friends, by far the longest stretch the band has left between albums. From 2006-2013, Portugal. The Man were releasing new albums every year, and considering the critical acclaim that came after Evil Friends, fans were baffled as to why the band left such a big ... <a title="Portugal. The Man Drop Second Single From ‘Woodstock’" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/portugal-the-man-drops-new-single-from-woodstock/" aria-label="Read more about Portugal. The Man Drop Second Single From ‘Woodstock’">Read more</a>

It’s been three years since Pro Era, the hip-hop collective born out of Brooklyn, dropped The Shift. Mostly every member of Pro Era—founded by the late Capital Steez—has seen their fan base grow extensively since the arrival of The Shift, especially Joey Bada$$, who dropped All-Amerikkkan Bada$$ this past April. Pro Era did themselves a huge service by putting the emphasis on ... <a title="Joey Badass Confirms Pro Era Album in the Works" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/joey-badass-confirms-pro-era-album-in-the-works/" aria-label="Read more about Joey Badass Confirms Pro Era Album in the Works">Read more</a>

It’s been five years since Nas, one of the best living rappers, released Life is Good, but those of you who’ve been watching Netflix’s original series The Get Down have been listening to the words of Nas for two seasons now, as he’s the executive producer and top lyricist for the Baz Luhrmann directed project. Though we’ve enjoyed hearing ... <a title="It’s Official: Nas Will Release a New Album This Year" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/its-official-nas-will-release-a-new-album-this-year/" aria-label="Read more about It’s Official: Nas Will Release a New Album This Year">Read more</a>

There’s been little to no news of Haim’s follow-up to 2013’s Days are Gone since early last year, when they revealed they were ready to share new music. The band of sisters dropped two new singles ahead of their 2016 European Tour, “Nothing’s Wrong” and “Give Me Just A Little of Your Love“. But soon after, they cancelled ... <a title="Haim Teases New Album With Billboards Around the World" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/haim-teases-new-album-with-billboards-around-the-world/" aria-label="Read more about Haim Teases New Album With Billboards Around the World">Read more</a>

When Frank Ocean dropped “Chanel” last month at the end of his Beats 1 blonded Radio show, we were elated. The duality of Ocean’s lyrics, the cadence of the mood, and his vulnerable yet observant delivery throughout “Chanel” was absolute proof that he’s only getting better. This past Friday, Ocean previewed his new song “Biking”. The trailer primarily ... <a title="New Music: Frank Ocean feat. Jay-Z and Tyler, the Creator" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/new-music-frank-ocean-feat-jay-z-and-tyler-the-creator/" aria-label="Read more about New Music: Frank Ocean feat. Jay-Z and Tyler, the Creator">Read more</a>

Nicki Minaj has recently been all over the hip-hop beef circuit because of her latest diss to Remy Ma in “No Frauds” feat. Lil Wayne and Drake. Though “No Frauds” vibes on a decidedly pop sound, make no mistake, Nicki Minaj took some pretty vicious blows at Remy Ma, who also represents the New York ... <a title="Is Nicki Minaj Getting Ready to Release a New Album?" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/is-nicki-minaj-getting-ready-to-release-a-new-album/" aria-label="Read more about Is Nicki Minaj Getting Ready to Release a New Album?">Read more</a>