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In just a few years, Chance the Rapper went from being a promising talent in Chicago’s rap scene, to the most widely known independent artist in the genre. All the while, Chance has maintained modesty, and most importantly, has stayed true to his own vision, a vision which could only be achieved while remaining unsigned. ... <a title="10 Moments When Chance the Rapper Stole Our Hearts" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/10-times-chance-the-rapper-stole-our-hearts/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Moments When Chance the Rapper Stole Our Hearts">Read more</a>

It’s been six years since the world’s first virtual hip-hop group released their fourth LP Plastic Beach, but after taking the next installment of Noodle’s story to Twitter, it seems that we can start gearing up for the Gorillaz to debut their fifth studio album. After a six year long hiatus, The Book of Noodle has been posted to Twitter ... <a title="Gorillaz Tease New Album and Debut ‘The Book of Noodle’" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/gorillaz-tease-new-album-and-debut-the-book-of-noodle/" aria-label="Read more about Gorillaz Tease New Album and Debut ‘The Book of Noodle’">Read more</a>

The past couple of weeks have been filled with news regarding Lady Gaga, one of the world’s most authentic and innovative musicians. It hasn’t been long since rumors of her forthcoming album surfaced, and now, we have all of the details. 2016 will turn out to be a big year for Lady Gaga, with even ... <a title="Lady Gaga | New Album, Mini Tour, and More" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/lady-gaga-new-album-mini-tour-and-more/" aria-label="Read more about Lady Gaga | New Album, Mini Tour, and More">Read more</a>

For those of you who couldn’t grab tickets to Louis C.K’s last round of tour dates, we have good news, with the possibility of more to come. Last week, the famed comedian performed three nights at NYC’s Madison Square Garden, continuing his legacy of selling out the venue. Coming from someone who tried really hard to find ... <a title="Louis C.K Announces (Even More) Stand-Up Tour Dates" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/louis-c-k-announces-even-more-stand-up-tour-dates/" aria-label="Read more about Louis C.K Announces (Even More) Stand-Up Tour Dates">Read more</a>

According to their recent performance on Later... with Jools Holland, it seems that Brothers Followill, aka Kings of Leon, have taken a turn towards pop sensitivity for their eighth studio album Walls. The performance was to debut their new song “Around the World“, a track characterized by its more intricate and melodic guitar work, upbeat percussion, and anthem style refrains. ... <a title="Kings of Leon Embrace Pop-Rock Sound on New Album ‘Walls’" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/kings-of-leon-embrace-pop-rock-sound-on-new-album-walls/" aria-label="Read more about Kings of Leon Embrace Pop-Rock Sound on New Album ‘Walls’">Read more</a>

After spending yet another week at the top of Billboard’s 100, The Chainsmokers have yet again been asked the question of whether or not they’ll release a full studio album anytime soon. The Chainsmokers, consisting of duo Drew Taggart and Alex Pall, have achieved immense success considering their career has been comprised of randomly released singles. So, if ... <a title="The Chainsmokers Continue to Dominate Without a Debut Album" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-chainsmokers-continue-to-dominate-without-a-debut-album/" aria-label="Read more about The Chainsmokers Continue to Dominate Without a Debut Album">Read more</a>

Usher’s first record in four years is set to drop this Friday, but if you’re a Tidal subscriber, you can listen to the Grammy award-winning artist’s latest effort today. The new album, titled Hard II Love, is the R&B star’s eighth studio record. Hard II Love has been preceded by four singles, the last of which dropped today. You can listen ... <a title="Usher’s New Album ‘Hard II Love’ Debuts This Friday" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/ushers-new-album-hard-ii-love-debuts-this-friday/" aria-label="Read more about Usher’s New Album ‘Hard II Love’ Debuts This Friday">Read more</a>

Following her appearance at the iHeartRadio music summit, Lady Gaga made it Twitter official: her next single, “Perfect Illusion”, will be available to fans mid-September. “Perfect Illusion”, the first song to debut from the highly anticipated LG5 (the tentative album title), was created with the help of super-producer Mark Ronson and Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker. Lady Gaga ... <a title="Everything We Know About Lady Gaga’s Forthcoming Album" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/everything-we-know-about-lady-gagas-forthcoming-album/" aria-label="Read more about Everything We Know About Lady Gaga’s Forthcoming Album">Read more</a>

As we’re watching New Yorkers sweat up and down while merely standing or crossing the city streets, our hearts reach out to those suffering. It’s true, those currently in New York City versus New York state’s rural areas are more at risk of being taken out by the heat. So it’s become increasingly important for us ... <a title="10 Ways to Keep Cool During NYC Heat Waves" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/10-ways-to-keep-cool-during-nyc-heat-waves/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Ways to Keep Cool During NYC Heat Waves">Read more</a>

If you’ve noticed so far during the 2016 Rio Olympics, most athletes are sporting headphones prior to their competitions. Ever wonder what they are listening to? Michael Phelps, who sports top grade headphones each year, has stated that he has to listen to music up until the very last second, and this year, his playlist features ... <a title="10 Songs 2016 Olympic Athletes Are Listening to" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/10-songs-2016-rio-olympic-athletes-are-listening-to/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Songs 2016 Olympic Athletes Are Listening to">Read more</a>

What happens when you graduate from one of the most prestigious colleges in the country, set your roots down in NYC, and start experimenting with music? Endless creativity, if you’re lucky like Dylan Eshbaugh, Mia Bergstrom, and Dan and James Yaiullo. The band, who call themselves The Ruby Shots, have become a beacon of 60’s ... <a title="The Ruby Shots | Band With Small Beginnings Aims Big" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-ruby-shots-band-with-small-beginnings-aims-big/" aria-label="Read more about The Ruby Shots | Band With Small Beginnings Aims Big">Read more</a>

The dynamic duo has done it again. Justin Bieber has teamed up with Major Lazer, Diplo’s other EDM identity, to release the laid-back pop track “Cold Water”. The new single also features the vocals from MØ, the 27-year old Danish vocalist who appeared on “Lean On”, Bieber’s and Major Lazer’s other famed collaboration. “Cold Water” was penned ... <a title="Justin Bieber Releases “Cold Water” With Major Lazer" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/justin-bieber-releases-cold-water-major-lazer/" aria-label="Read more about Justin Bieber Releases “Cold Water” With Major Lazer">Read more</a>

It was pretty crazy to see 20-year old Kehlani all dolled up at this year’s Grammy’s in support of her mixtape “You Should Be Here, nominated for Best Urban Contemporary Album. Kehlani at the 2016 Grammy Awards.The Bay-Area beauty has been hard at work in showbiz since she was just a young teen. She was ... <a title="Artist Spotlight: Kehlani" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/artist-spotlight-kehlani/" aria-label="Read more about Artist Spotlight: Kehlani">Read more</a>

A few months ago, rumors about the Coachella organizers bringing a brand new festival to New York City hit the internet, and as of now they’ve officially been confirmed. Goldenvoice, the producers behind the famed Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, recently announced Panorama, a 3-day music festival that will take place in NYC this ... <a title="Introducing Panorama: The Coachella of NYC" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/panorama-festival/" aria-label="Read more about Introducing Panorama: The Coachella of NYC">Read more</a>