By: Meghan Mahaffey LGBTQ+ artists have always been a part of Hip-Hop, despite cultural and industry attempts to overshadow their work. Queer artists stayed in the closet if they wanted… The post Hip-Hop in the LGBTQ+ Community appeared first on .

Viral sensation Macario Martínez has finally released the music video for his breakthrough hit. This afternoon (Apr. 25), the rising Mexican star dropped the stunning video for “sueña lindo, corazón.” Back in January, Macario Martínez captured the heart of the Latine Internet with a video on TikTok. In the caption, the Mexico City-based artist wrote, The post WATCH: Macario Martínez …

Kneecap, the Irish-speaking rap trio from the north of Ireland, have never been subtle — whether it’s about partying or their activism. There’s a genocide going on in Gaza, and at nearly every public event they’ve appeared at, Kneecap have voiced that something needs to be done about it. If you’re not familiar with them, a quick scroll on their …

Veteran alt-rocker Suzanne Vega is still making great music, and today’s new single is a prime example. “Alley” is the latest advance track from Vega’s forthcoming Flying With Angels following “Rats,” “Speakers Corner,” and “Chambermaid.” This one carries along its minor-key guitar tapestry on a propulsive drumbeat, sung by Vega at her breathiest and understated best. I wouldn’t call it …

Guitarist/vocalist Josh Antonuccio, drummer Jim Eno and vocalist Leah Joy are all accomplished musicians in their own right. Antonuccio is a producer and prolific collaborator in the Ohio scene; Eno is a co-founder of Spoon and longtime drummer for the group, in addition to his own production work; Joy is an established jazz vocalist, performing in the Bay Area and …

Bad Bunny is opening up about heartbreak in his latest music video. This afternoon (April 25), the Puerto Rican superstar released the music video for the moody “BOKeTE.” “BOKeTE” is one of the songs from Bad Bunny’s DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS album, released in January. He has so far put out music videos for songs The post WATCH: Bad Bunny …

Every week the Stereogum staff chooses the five best new songs of the week. The eligibility period begins and ends Thursdays right before midnight. You can hear this week’s picks below and on Stereogum’s Favorite New Music Spotify playlist, which is updated weekly. (An expanded playlist of our new music picks is available to members on Spotify and Apple Music, …

Puerto Rican rapper Young Miko released her first solo single of the year called “WASSUP.” The bass-heavy track produced by Mauro might sound nostalgic to listeners as it interpolates Lil Wayne’s “Lollipop.”

Australia’s BIG WETT marries the ethos of early Kesha with 1980s house and Eurodance. Her music is raunchy, infectious, and juvenile. It’s a lot of fun. She takes recession pop to another hi-octane level, proclaiming “Top of the class/ Dick-sucking school” on “TOP OF THE CLASS” and “If you can, you should/ I’ll make you feel good” on “HOLD UP …