Monthly Archives: February 2015

Life+Times Premiere: Calma Carmona “Dancing in the Dark”

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

The existence of a potent whisper presents itself through singer-songwriter Calma Carmona’s vocals. Hailing from Puerto Rico, the singer blends her Latin soul sound with bilingual Spanish-English lyrics. Calma’s soft voice befits the English translation of her alias as “calm.” … Continue reading →

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Two-9: Atlanta’s New Collective Talks Rap Ambitions

Posted on February 25, 2015 by Kai Acevedo

The last time Mike Will Made It sat down with Life + Times he discussed a few things including his long-awaited debut album and discovering Rae Sremmurd and ILoveMakonnen. He also spoke on his work with superstars like Nicki Minaj, … Continue reading →

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Jacky Terrasson Speaks On New Album “Take This” And Transcending Cultures

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Quinn Peterson

Jazz pianist Jacky Terrasson’s latest album, Take This, is a true crash course in diversity and multiculturalism. “I’ve done it on previous albums, but this is the first time that there was such a mix and blend of cultures and … Continue reading →

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Mayer Hawthorne and Jake One Talk “Tuxedo”

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Quinn Peterson

More than two years ago, Mayer Hawthorne and Jake One‘s then-anonymous Tuxedo project emerged online as a three-song sampler. Its creators remained unknown but the music – upbeat, synth- and bass-heavy funk and disco – spoke for itself. Hawthorne and … Continue reading →

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Life+Times Video Premiere: Hannah V “Version 2.0”

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

After playing piano on tour for mega artists such as Rihanna and Jessie J, London-based multitalented artist Hannah V is on the cusp of releasing her debut EP, Version 2.0 (via RME/Pitched UP), in April. The classically trained songbird also … Continue reading →

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Your Old Droog: The Unveiling

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Kai Acevedo

“I don’t think people really listen to music like that anymore in this age. They need videos and shit like that,” says Your Old Droog. Luckily for the rapper, that isn’t always true. Seemingly coming out of nowhere, Droog quietly … Continue reading →

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The “Masterpiece” of Armand Van Helden

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

Oftentimes, a music sheet full of composition created across various decades can offer you more of a history lesson than the words of a textbook. This is where London-based label, Ministry of Sound, takes the history cue for its Masterpiece … Continue reading →

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Actor Shameik Moore Talks Role in Sundance Film “Dope”

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Andreas Hale

One of the most talked about movies at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival was Rick Famuyiwa’s coming-of-age story Dope. The man behind movies such as Brown Sugar, Talk To Me, and The Wood weaves a talk about three 90s hip … Continue reading →

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Welcome Wilson Chandler to Roc Nation Sports

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Life and Times

We’re proud to welcome Wilson Chandler to Roc Nation Sports!

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Respect The Shooter: Darbe Rotach Speaks On Photographing LL Cool J, Missy Elliot, Pharrell, & More

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Kai Acevedo

Frustration with the entertainment business may have forced Darbe Rotach to step away from the industry, but before his departure, the photographer captured some of the dopest shots of some of the biggest entertainers of the early 2000s. The editorial, … Continue reading →

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