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Chromeo On New Album 'Head Over Heels' And Doing It Analog

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The funky dance music duo shares the importance of going back to their musical roots on their latest album
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Oct 2, 2018 - 12:22 pm

Electro-funk duo Chromeo have been making people dance since they released their debut studio album in 2004, featuring their breakout single "Needy Girl." Since then, they've created plenty of hits and have brought their funky beats to stages around the world. This year, they have been back at it since the June release of their fifth album Head Over Heels.

Chromeo On 'Head Over Heels' And Doing It Analog

David "Dave 1" Macklovitch and Patrick "P-Thugg" Gemayel of Chromeo sat down with the Recording Academy to talk a little more about their new album and how it was important for them to go back to their classic analog sound while bringing new artists into their studio.

"We use sequencers too, but it's analog the way we do it, you know. That’s our craft," Dave 1 shares. "The Chromeo way is to do it all analog."

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Tank and the Bangas

Tank and the Bangas

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Tank And The Bangas On Staying Grounded & "Smoke.Netflix.Chill"

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The funk/soul group explains the team effort behind their latest single and why it's important for them to keep the family vibes alive in the band
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Sep 24, 2018 - 12:07 pm

New Orleans-based group Tank and the Bangas have a sound influenced by their hometown, blending hip-hop, jazz, funk, soul and even a little bit rock, but it's truly all their own. In their latest single, "Smoke.Netflix.Chill," released on April 20, they brought their playful vibes led by Tarriona "Tank" Ball's upbeat rap and spoken word verses over a laid-back, floating beat.

Tank And The Bangas On "Smoke.Netflix.Chill"

Ball, along with bandmates Norman Spence, Joshua Johnson and Albert Allenback, sat down with the Recording Academy to tell us a little more about how they vibe together as a group while touring, as well as how "Smoke.Netflix.Chill" came to be.

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The Aces

The Aces

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The Aces On Music As A Tool To Ease The Pain

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The all-female band talks about their growth as artists and how music can help by "dancing through the pain"
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Sep 18, 2018 - 2:03 pm

The ladies of indie-pop/rock group The Aces may be young, but they have already learned a lot. After graduating high school a few years back, they decided to focus more of their energy on music and, as a result, their identities as musicians. Since then, they have released their debut album, When My Heart Felt Volcanic, and are feeling confident with what they are putting out in the world—their several self-directed music videos included.

The Aces On Music's Ability To Ease Pain

Katie Henderson, McKenna Petty and sisters Alisa and Cristal Ramirez sat down with the Recording Academy to tell us a little more about putting out their debut album earlier this year, their latest single, and the importance of their first ever release, "Stuck." They explain how the song was pivotal for their growth as individuals and as a band.

"I love the duality of a very upbeat song, and then you listen to the lyrics and you're like, oh, that’s kinda heartbreaking. You're almost, like, dancing through the pain, and trying to get over it through music," shares Cristal Ramirez.

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6LACK at Lolla 2019

6LACK at Lolla 2019

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6LACK On His New "Seasons" Video Featuring Khalid, Getting Back In The Studio & More

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The Atlanta alt-R&B singer told us that pairing with his fellow GRAMMY nominee is like "two brothers working, it's super easy, super natural"
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Aug 9, 2019 - 6:12 pm

While On The Road at Lollapalooza 2019, the Recording Academy caught up with Atlanta alt-R&B artist 6LACK to talk about playing Lolla, recent collabs and when we can expect new music. We also learned more about his latest video for "Seasons" and how it felt to reunite with his fellow GRAMMY nominee Khalid.

6LACK On Reuniting With Khalid For "Seasons"

Having originally linked up on 2018's "OTW," 6LACK revealed that reuniting with Khalid was like "two brothers working, it's super easy, super natural." He also said that the new, heartfelt video is a visual representation of seasons changing and focuses on capturing joyful moments.

"It's a video that isn't really focused too much on me and what I'm doing or what I'm wearing, or anything like that," he said. "It's more so about capturing moments that make me happy, that make me feel like seasons are changing, with other people involved."

He also talked about what he learned from working with J. Cole, another collaborator on his second studio album, East Atlanta Love Letter, as well as being ready to record new music again:

"I just got back in the mood to start recording, so I don't even know what to expect at all. I just know it's been a full year since I've made a full song of my own, and that's the longest I've ever gone without making music. But I had to spend time with my daughter and actually live for a second, and now I'm ready."

J.I.D. Talks Lollapalooza Debut, Working With J. Cole & Dreamville, New Music & More

J.I.D. at Lolla 2019

J.I.D. at Lolla 2019

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J.I.D. Talks Lollapalooza Debut, Working With J. Cole & Dreamville, New Music & More

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"I've been doing a lot of shows this year, but this has been one of the best festivals," the Atlanta rapper told the Recording Academy while On The Road at Lollapalooza 2019
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Aug 7, 2019 - 5:09 pm

Rising hip-hop artist J.I.D., part of J. Cole's Dreamville Records powerhouse squad, has been on fire lately. Late last year, just in time for his Halloween birthday, the Atlanta rapper released his sophomore album, DiCaprio 2, which is filled with big collabs and even bigger energy throughout its 14 tracks.

Just minutes after making his Lollapalooza debut, he explained the mood behind the album, saying: "I wanted it to be a festival-like project… So I made these songs specifically for energy, for working out, for cardio."

J.I.D. On Lolla Debut, J. Cole & Dreamville

He also talked about loving the crowd at his epic Lolla show, as well as working with his Dreamville labelmates and Cole on their recent masterpiece album, Revenge Of The Dreamers III. The Atlanta native also discussed the rich music scene in his hometown, his biggest influences and his eclectic list of dream collaborators—Beyoncé, James Blake and Little Dragon all make the list.

Finally, he teased some new music, telling the Recording Academy, "The first one was the introduction to me, second one was all about performances, energy and all that stuff. The next one, you guys will see." Check out J.I.D.'s interview in full above.



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