“With its deep bass and degraded synths, Jhene Aiko’s single “Mirrors” is just about the smoothest thing the Los Angeles singer has released thus far. Thematically, though, the Key Wane-produced ballad is a little more complicated than that, as Aiko wrestles with all-too-human experience of taking a good hard look at yourself and not always liking what you see: “I wrote a song to sing to myself … on days like these … when I look in the mirror and it disagrees….” she confided to her fans on Twitter yesterday. Fittingly, Topshelf Junior’s ballet-themed video takes us back to a very vulnerable place in the psychic development of many a young woman—that formative, potentially devastating moment where we encounter an outward ideal of perfection, and are prompted to start thinking about how we measure up. Look out for a Jhene Aiko full-length in 2013, and watch her heartbreaking, acoustic rendition of “Space Jam” at this fall’s New York FADER FORT.”

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New Music From Our Friend , Nia Neturah. Amazing per usual.

“Life+Times presents a behind-the-scenes look into Jay-Z’s string of concerts for the opening of the Barclays Center. Young Guru, member of the band, and more all speak on this moment and what it means to Jay, the borough, its residents, and more. Watch this documentary above.”

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Good Combo?

New York’s infamous Santos Partyhouse was “All Gold Everything” for a headline performance by ATL’s newest prince and most anticipated artist, Trinidad James. The sold out show was presented by Electric Circus and I Luv Lola, was packed full of paparazzi, label executives, fans, Cointreau girls and a literal MOB from Harlem named A$AP.

Sick Visuals For A Sick Song. I like how they utilized that kinda spike lee floating effect.

Today is the Birthday of the GOD MC AKA JIGGA AKA HOV BKA Jay-Z. Here are some of our favorite Jay-Z videos from over the years. Read more →

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New Music From Buffalo Pop Artist/Producer , Jack Magma.

On November 29th, Vice UK celebrated their birthday in London with Danny Brown, Andrew WK, Trash Talk, Mark Ronson, Crystal Castles, Iggy Azalea and more. Noisey legends Danny and Andrew are your guides for the night and they provide some valuable tips on how to survive a Vice party.