Here’s 6 tracks that preview how dope The White Rhino‘s album will be when it drops in 2012. I think this is must-listen project if your looking for a different kind of hip-hop coming out of NYC, something more alternative with slick elements of rock built in.

Below stream and download the 6-track album preview. My two favorites are “Conquest” and “New York City“.
White Rhino Knitting Factory Album Release Preview

Wondering when the album release party/show for White Rhino‘s upcoming project will be. Well it’s in New York City on Friday January 13 and tickets can be purchased here.

Tags: Album Preview, alternative hip-pop, The White Rhino, white rhino

“Holiday” is the song your older sister and mom will love as it’s a cover of Madonna by up-and-coming LA electro-pop duo Capital Cities. The song is called “Holiday” and is especially fitting for the time of year we are in right now.

Holiday by Capital Cities

Click more to hear the mashup from Soft Spoken featuring Skrillex and Capital Cities. (more…)

Tags: Capital Cities, cover song, Los Angeles, Skrillex, Soft Spoken

The Weeknd released a new mixtape recently. The Weeknd is the R&B artist Drake is always shouting out when he says “OVOXO.” If you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon yet, it’s not too late. One of the hottest up and coming acts around.  Every track is filled with fantastic vocals and amazing production to back it.

You can download the new mixtape, Echoes In Silence, here!

Stream it below.
The Weeknd – Echoes of Silence

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Tags: Echoes of Silence, Mixtape, The Weeknd

Comprised of five individuals with a similar driving passion for all things music; Seattle-based band Iron Mic 206 effortlessly blends an intoxicating concoction of rock, hip-hop, funk, and blues that stirs emotions and captivates crowds.

When I first heard their music, I became captivated and could just tell this must be a fun band to jam to when seeing them live. They bring real vibes and below are two tracks that best convey their emerging talents.

DOWNLOAD Iron Mic 206 – Burn Him Down

DOWNLOAD Iron Mic 206 – Glamour & Glitz

Click more to see Iron Mic 206 perform “Burn Him Down” live! (more…)

Tags: Iron Mic, Iron Mic 206, Rock/Hip-Hop, Rock/Hip-Hop/Funk/Blues, Seattle

I can easily see this song on your local college radio. It’s a fun upbeat hip-pop track which continues to show how talented Rich Kid Sound System is. Catchy instrumentals, catchy hook, party track, this is a MUST-DOWNLOAD! Listen and download “I Want It All” below.
I Want It All by Rich Kid Sound System

Can’t wait to hear the new RKSS song next Wednesday!

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Tags: Hip-Pop, Rich Kid Sound System

New XV and he dropped this track with some visuals. Listen and download “Learn To Fly” featuring Betty Trouble and produced by a producer XV collaborates with many times, The Awesome Sound.

Check out the interesting visuals to “Learn To Fly” below.
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Last Wednesday I saw two very interesting groups perform at the infamous Viper Room in Hollywood. The bands were Standing Shadows and Hyena, who both killed it on stage.

Standing Shadows is an alternative-indie-electro band based in Los Angeles. They mix together heavy guitar melodies and soundscapes with vintage synthesizing sounds and emotional vocals, singing in a trilling voice. They have diverse vocals varying from uber-chill whispers to heart-pounding screams. They had excellent stage presence and really got the crowd rocking. My favorite track they performed is called “Silent Revolution”. Enjoy!

Right after Standing Shadows concluded their set, Hyena came on stage with their creative and unique sound. They are a San Diego based duo who have similarities to Cut Copy, Phoenix and The Bravery. The group puts together dark, electronic-fueled beats tied with upbeat synthesizers and energetic bass lines. To add to that, the two have interesting vocals which help make them stand out. They were truly a joy to watch live and I will definitely see them again in person soon. My favorite song that they performed is called “Puma”. Enjoy!

Tags: Hyena, Standing Shadows, The Viper Room, Viper Room

Ground Up – “Boulevard” (Download)

Above is the new visuals for “Boulevard” off Ground Up‘s recent mixtape Romantic Comedy. I love this song and when they add in a cool music video too, it builds even more credibility for this up-and-coming hip-hop group who continues to shine!

Radical Something – “Freedom” (Download)

This west coast group shot their newest music video for “Freedom” in New York city. Radical Something has always been great at providing chill songs to vibe to and I especially enjoy when they include great visuals with it as well. This group is going places and I am glad I found them while they are still up-and-coming!

Tags: "Boulevard", "Freedom", ground Up, Official Music Video, Radical Something

Hey kids,
You all know I have a minor obsession with the duo VIBE. Off of their latest release, which is free, Hakuna Matata, this is the video for “Still a Kid at Heart.” If you have any nostalgia at all for the days of youth you will love this.

Still a Kid at Heart

Til our next affair,
TheMisterMistress

Tags: VIBE

It was one of those cold, lonely nights and I was in need of some warm music to keep me company. The City Streets provided just that. Hailing from Alberta, Canada, this trio dubs their style of music “melodic power pop with with the spirit of punk rock always shining a light.” Great stuff. So my two favorite songs by these guys are”Irish Rose” and “All is Grace,” both off their 2010 album The Jazz Age. I’ve included mp3s of both songs. ENJOY!

Irish Rose mp3

All is Grace mp3

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