Artistic weirdo? Underrated genius? Next big thing? Too cool for school? The New Zealand multi-instrumentalist is many things and everything at once, as it often appears. And he's involved in way too many different projects and musical adventures. For those of you who might have heard of him before but never took the time to fully dive into the craziness - this is a guideline from us to you!
With headliners such as Charli XCX, Rosalia or Miley Cyrus, this year’s Primavera Festival proved that 50/50 lineups are possibly and that they should be the new standard in booking business. NBHAP editor Louisa attended the colourful fiesta in Barcelona, that will hopefully lead the way for more inclusive festivals.
As this decade is approaching its end it is time for a little reflection on all the great music we experienced over the course of it. Of course, this is NOT an ultimate and universal Top 100 list. It simply can't be but these are the songs you should definitely give a spin before the decade is over. The Top 25 tunes include classics by Tame Impala, Bon Iver, Robyn, M83, Lorde, James Blake and more.
Good new for all fans of experimental songwriter JAMES BLAKE – the musician played Washington, DC’s 9:30 Club last weekend and is now streaming the entire show as a video. Watch the musician playing songs from his recently released sophomore album Overgrown as well was tracks from his criticly acclaimed self-titled debut. Pure maguc for all JAMES BLAKE lovers and fans of good music. Watch the entire concert right here, thanks to the folks from NPR.org.