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Album Review: Insano by Kid Cudi

January 18, 2024 in MUSIC, Music, News

By David Williams

“This is the most happy Cudi has ever sounded consistently over an album. He slayed his demons now all he wants is some summertime adolescent high jinks…"

Throwback Thursday: Man on the Moon by Kid Cudi

July 14, 2022 in Music

by David Williams
“Man on the Moon opened the door for the next generation of artists to honestly discuss mental health as a whole in hip-hop…”

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May 16, 2024

Review: Almighty So 2 by Chief Keef

May 16, 2024

by Oliver Heffron

"“Twelve years after bursting onto the center stage of hip-hop at the age of sixteen, Southside Chicago’s prodigal son ascends to the sound he was born to create with his magnum opus: Almighty So 2.”

May 16, 2024

May 10, 2024

Interview: Brainstory

May 10, 2024

by Oliver Heffron

“Brainstory’s unique brand of psychedelic, jazzy soul paints a picture of a sunny afternoon where time pleasantly undulates with the cool breeze through the yard. This LA-based trio creates music that’s easy on the ears yet rewarding to the mind…The members of Brainstory caught up with NUANCE to discuss the band’s organic origin, producing their new album, and their current tour…”

May 10, 2024

May 3, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: May 3, 2024

May 3, 2024

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope you’ve had a euphoric start to the month, maybe taking in the warmer weather in a Sunseeker by the marina. While a particular mainstream feud may be taking up most of your timeline, we just wanted to drop in and share some great new releases from some of our favorite rising artists…”

May 3, 2024

Apr 22, 2024

PinkPantheress Live in Music City

Apr 22, 2024

Photos by Will Shaw

"Currently on the North American leg of the Capable of Love Tour, contemporary alt-pop icon PinkPantheress performed at The Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville this past Saturday. Performing hits off her breakout debut album, Heaven knows, the UK singer/producer put on a show of her distinct, dreamy and uptempo blend of bedroom pop, drum and bass, and hip-hop for an eager Music City crowd..."

Apr 22, 2024

Apr 19, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: April 19, 2024

Apr 19, 2024

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope your Springs have been saturated with sunny weather and good times. With a certain major artist dropping an album today, we thought it’d be a good time to shine a spotlight on some captivating new releases from our favorite rising stars today…”

Apr 19, 2024

Apr 5, 2024

Interview: Blusher

Apr 5, 2024

By Oliver Heffron

“Fluidly switching instruments in their sessions, Blusher’s music retains the spontaneity of a slumber party recording session while presenting the DIY artists’ talents through innovative electronic production, infectious melodies, and lyrics that refuse to conform to expectations. All three members lead in this metaphorical teen rom-com of a band, creating a diverse yet cohesive sound that distills 2000s club nostalgia into dance anthems ready for 2033…Catching up with Nuance on a tour break, Blusher’s members–Jade, Lauren, and Miranda–discuss the band’s musical origins, unique studio approach, and impressive live performances…”

Apr 5, 2024

Mar 27, 2024

Album Review: WE DON’T TRUST YOU by Future & Metro Boomin

Mar 27, 2024

By Oliver Heffron

“On the duo’s first collab project, which plays on Future’s notorious producer tag for Metro Boomin, the veteran MC and trendsetting producer delivers a nearly flawless collection of cinematic trap portraits and auto-tune-drenched lamentations with WE DON’T TRUST YOU—a potent, carefully constructed exhibition of their patented sound’s visceral power and bittersweet melodic appeal…”

Mar 27, 2024

Concert Review: Hotline TNT at Chicago's Not Not

Mar 27, 2024

by David Williams

“Will Anderson and his band of merry men stopped by Chicago during their whirlwind tour for their critically acclaimed album Cartwheel…”

Mar 27, 2024

Mar 22, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: March 22, 2024

Mar 22, 2024

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday! As spring blooms, our anticipation for fresh tunes escalates. Dive into the latest releases with us and feel the rhythm of the season. From indie gems to long-awaited releases, discover your new favorites and let the music carry you through the weekend…”

Mar 22, 2024

Introducing: Nellie Charles

Mar 22, 2024

By Oliver Heffron

“Only a few releases in, it’s already clear UK R&B singer Nellie Charles has a rare combination of a spectacular voice and an affecting way with words. Combining an assertive, charismatic lyrical voice with a velvety smooth instrumental on her debut single “BO$$,” Charles infuses the core of classic 70s soul with the complications of the modern age, taking the listener through tribulating romances and breakthroughs of self-discovery…”

Mar 22, 2024