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3 Things That Influenced Shame’s Killer New Album ‘Drunk Tank Pink’
Charlie Steen explains how a trip to Cuba, a Tom Wolfe epic, and a household appliance are all at the heart of the U.K. punks' second LP.
We Talked to the Brooklyn Rapper Who Fired a Flamethrower on a NYC Bus
After making headlines last month, Dupree G.O.D's now-infamous music video, fiery stunt included, is finally out today.
Q's Electric R&B Is a Safe Space for Black Men to Own Their Feelings
After spending years battling anxiety, the South Florida singer realized music was the only thing he could control.
Masego Wants to Be More Than A Sax-Wielding Ladies Man
The traphousejazz singer spoke to VICE about how his new EP 'Studying Abroad' is a first-class ticket exploring his shortcomings in love.
This R&B Duo Made a Whole Album About Dating Women Named Amanda
With 'The Amanda Tape,' THEY. deliver an emotional 10-track offering about the same-named women in their lives.
Hit-Boy Is Tired of Making Money for His Publishing Company
“People in the building have said, ‘This is unethical; this is wrong. This is not right,’” the producer said of his Universal Music contract.
Giveon Might Turn Your Text Message Into a Song
The R&B singer spoke to VICE about life after a Drake co-sign and why no conversation is safe around him.
Bryson Tiller's Return Is Right on Time
There is no 'Anniversary' without 'TRAPSOUL,' and contemporary R&B’s scene wouldn’t exist as it does without his success.
Hit-Boy Will Take His Credit Now
The producer spoke to VICE about working on Big Sean's 'Detroit 2' with Kanye West, upcoming collaborations, and why he started using a producer tag.
Ambré's 'Director's Cut' Is the Film She Never Got a Chance to Write
Ambré wanted to escape her reality for most of her life. Now, 'Pulp (The Director's Cut)' is creating new worlds for her fans.
Everyone Loves Flo Milli's Bossy Raps
The Alabama rapper uses her beat selection and nods to pop culture to bridge the gap between Gen Z and Millennials.
'Dark Side of the Ring' Uses Music to Tell Pro Wrestling's Most Sinister Stories
Composers Wade MacNeil and Andrew Gordon Macpherson told VICE about entrance music, fandom, and pairing horror movie sounds with heartbreaking moments.