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Hypeart Visits: Quiana Parks on Her Journey of Multi-Hyphenate Creativity
For artist and DJ Quiana Parks, art and music are two sides of the same coin. With an unflinching honesty, the self-defined "turntablist" is building a world of her own, giving a spotlight to narratives of joy, resilience and grief drawn from her life and those around her along the way.It’s a duality pulses through her party series, aptly titled Parks & Rec, which has featured luminaries such as A-Trak and Vashtie, alongside Eden, Dede Lovelace and Stonie Blue. “Just Blaze’s mom was my principal, so I’ve known him since I was 14,” she tells Hypeart. “He’s seen me go from being this nerdy art student to seeing me as a DJ.” Born in Paterson, New Jersey, just a short drive from the birthplace of Jersey Club, Parks grew up surrounded greatness and intends to reflect that energy back on her...
From Diablo to Revuelto: A Journey Through Lamborghini’s Evolution
When it comes to automotive craftsmanship and unrelenting passion for performance, Lamborghini has spent decades perfecting its art. During a recent visit to the Sant'Agata Bolognese headquarters, Hypedrive had the unique opportunity to compare four Lamborghinis across different eras: the Diablo, the Murciélago LP640-4 Versace Edition, the all-new Revuelto and the Urus Performante SE. This comparative experience, which brought us from the open road to the factory floor, not only showcased the automaker’s evolution but also underscored its commitment to heritage and innovation.A Journey Through Time: The Four IconsLamborghini Diablo: Analog ExcellenceIntroduced in the early 1990s, the Diablo remains a masterpiece of analog engineering. Powered by a 6L naturally aspirated V12 engine and pair...
Five Takeaways After Test Driving the AMG-Powered 2024 Lotus Emira
There's often a "shame" that comes with purchasing the entry level model and trim of specific cars, as unfortunate as that may be. And while there's a multitude of decisions as to why someone would, the fact of the matter is that they are entry level for a reason. For Lotus and its most recent sports car, the Emira, there is no exception to the rule and its downgrade is apparent.When we tested the Lotus Emira First Edition earlier this year, we were highly impressed with the small form factor, its sexy design, the nimble chassis and, most notably, the power and transmission. What started (at least in the United States) as a stout 3.5L supercharged V6 supercharged mated to a downright-glorious six-speed manual gearbox is now contended against a turbocharged 2.0L, AMG-developed inline four a...
Best New Tracks: Snoop Dogg x Dr. Dre, DMX and More
As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks.This week’s lineup is led by Dr. Dre x Snoop Dogg, the late DMX and BNYX with Lil Yachty with the release of their albums Missionary and Let Us Pray: Chapter X, and the single "Smoking In The Rain," respectively. Also joining this selection are fresh offerings from FearDorian, Valee with Surf Gang, 070 Shake, Offset and Roc Marciano with The Alchemist.Snoop Dogg x Dr. Dre - MissionarySnoop Dogg and Dr. Dre still have the Midas touch as evident in their newest album, Missionary. The followup to Doggystyle arrives 31 years after its predecessor and features an impressive array of guest appearances from BJ The Chicago Kid, Alus, Jhené Aiko, Tom Petty, Jelly Roll, K.A...
Heavy Song of the Week: Bleed From Within Bust Out Bagpipes on “In Place of Your Halo”
The Scottish metalcore band is heralding a new beginning with its forthcoming album Zenith. Heavy Song of the Week: Bleed From Within Bust Out the Bagpipes on “In Place of Your Halo” Jon Hadusek
Smino Suits Up For ‘Maybe In Nirvana’
If Nirvana is the Hypebeast office's roof at golden hour, Smino surely took us there. As the sun set on a brisk Lower Manhattan afternoon, the rapper, in town for a quick 48 hours, shined (literally) in his bright pink hoodie, matching bust-down bandana and glimmering gold grills. The self-proclaimed "mr misfit but ain’t missed a fit in months" is a familiar face at global Fashion Week front rows and never shies away from flexing a fit check on his Instagram story. In fact, the last time we caught up with Smi was earlier this year after he debuted a new song during Paris Fashion Week.But with his new album Maybe In Nirvana out now, he’s back in his music bag with his long-awaited prequel album to 2022’s Luv 4 Rent."This album sounds like a well-pressed starched suit," he explains, noting t...
Best New Tracks: ROSÉ, Bad Bunny, Sky Ferreira and More
As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks.This week’s lineup is led by ROSÉ, Bad Bunny and Sky Ferreira, who each released the album rosie and the singles "EL CLúB" and "Leash." Also joining this selection are offerings from Lil Baby, Tems with Asake, TWICE with Megan Thee Stallion, Quavo with Luke Bryan and Teddy Swims, Roddy Ricch with Terrace Martin, Nettspend and Smino.ROSÉ - rosieBLACKPINK staple ROSÉ delivers her solo debut album, rosie. The 12-track effort features a sole guest appearance from Bruno Mars on the viral chart-topping hit “APT." as well as work from producers such as Carter Lang, who worked on SZA’s Ctrl and SOS, Ye collaborators Ojivolta, GRAMMY winner Greg Kurstin and even Mars himse...
The 10 Best Music Projects of 2024
2024 was a momentous year for music. All genres – even those that have been reshaped or melded together – saw a stacked slate of releases ranging from studio debuts, long-awaited returns and even some surprise releases.At the top of the year, Mk.gee made himself a household name with his debut studio album Two Star & The Dream Police followed up by ScHoolboy Q’s first album in five years BLUE LIPS. BROCKHAMPTON’s Matt Champion introduced himself as a solo artist with his first solo project Mika’s Laundry, with RM welcoming the warm weather with his Right Place, Wrong Person.Brat dominated the summer, with longtime Charli XCX fans and newbies both leaning heavily into the dance album’s self-titled accompanying aesthetic. This summer also saw the release of Billie Eilish's HIT ME HARD AN...
Music Streaming Guide: Which Service Is Best for You?
Spotify and YouTube Music are the most popular, but are they also the best? Music Streaming Guide: Which Service Is Best for You? Consequence Staff
Duki on Becoming the King of Latin Trap
Argentine rapper Duki is living life his own way, and his new album reflects his ascension to the helm of Latin music. The 28-year-old singer is on top of the world, defining the sound of Argentina with an unparalleled flow.Duki hasn’t had an easy journey, starting as a youngster in his local “El Quinto Escalón” trap battles. His thoughtful lyrics and dynamic rhythm led him to record his first single, “No Vendo Trap,” in 2016, after winning the music championship in his homeland. Social Media supported his flow, and he reached the Top 10 on the Argentine charts with “She Don’t Give a FO” the following year. With almost ten years of experience in music, Duki has defined his own sound in Argentina, releasing his new album, AMERI, in October. His fourth studio album made noise worldwide thank...
What We Do In the Shadows: Behind the Scenes of that Epic Warriors Homage
The episode's surprise cameo had guest star Doug Jones fighting the giggles on set. What We Do In the Shadows: Behind the Scenes of that Epic Warriors Homage Liz Shannon Miller
How Doechii Displayed Her Dominance on the ‘Alligator Bites Never Heal’ World Tour
It’s no secret that Doechii had a standout year. After closing out 2023 as support on Doja Cat’s The Scarlett Tour, Top Dawg Entertainment’s self-proclaimed Swamp Princess – born Jaylah Hickman – laid low for the beginning of 2024. Come March, she gave us a glimpse of what she’s got in her gassed-up tank with “Alter Ego” alongside JT, followed by a flow of one-off singles stemming from her “Swamp Sessions” series, which spawned singles including “NISSAN ALTIMA,” “BULLFROG,” “CATFISH” and “SUNDAY’S BEST.”She really stamped her seal on the year in August, when she unveiled her third studio mixtape and first major label LP, Alligator Bites Never Heal. The immersive homage to Florida finds the rapper establishing her “editorial rap” genre; when she sat down with Hypebeast earlier this year, sh...
