South Korean producer and songwriter KOALA has just released his latest track, “RSVP,” featuring rapper Jessi, a close friend in the industry. Watch the music video here.
These selected musicians prove that we need to make more room for young talent!
Rising hip-hop songwriter, Charlieonnafriday hit the stage at NYC’s The Rooftop Pier 17 in support of Tate McRae’s “ARE WE FLYING YET” tour.
Previously ‘REVOLT Summit,’ REVOLT World kicked off in Atlanta Sep. 22-24 for another successful year brimming with entertainment, vibrant performances, food, workshops and panels.
This year entailed a stage for live tapings of popular REVOLT podcasts like The Jason Lee Show, Caresha Please, and Black Girl Stuff, and a “We Are Hip Hop” theme to celebrate hip-hop’s cultural impact worldwide.
“REVOLT WORLD was created to celebrate the global impact of hip hop and introduce a new live event category that represents the highest level of entertainment, education, and opportunity,” said Combs. “Our vision was to build on the tremendous success of REVOLT Summit and deliver a first-of-its-kind event that reimagined the intersection of culture, community, and connections with the most influential leaders across generations.”
The weekend featured a star-studded lineup including Don Toliver, Mr. Eazi, Uncle Waffles, Diddy, REVOLT CEO Detavio Samuels, Yung Miami, Juvenile, Babyface Ray, Jemele Hill, Spice, Uncle Luke, Lauren London, Joey BADA$$, Tyler Leplay, Sha’Carri Richardson and more.
Yung Miami’s “Caresha Please” Live with Guest Ari Fletcher
This was a long-awaited union that fans have been begging for and it finally became a reality at REVOLT World. All bets were off and no question was left unanswered as Yung Miami wasted no time delving into the world of Ari, widely recognized as ‘TheRealKyleSister’ across the internet. The lively exchange brought laughter, liquor and they engaged in both light-hearted moments and thoughtful discussions. Also, a kiss may or may not have occurred between the two during their sit down.
The interview didn’t reveal any groundbreaking information but it was entertaining to watch two friends sit back, have some drinks and catch up. Nonetheless, Caresha Please gave the audience everything they needed.
Juvenile, Mannie Fresh and Uncle Luke
Maybe it was the sudden drop in temperature as we transition to fall or maybe everyone had a long day but the crowd definitely did not reciprocate the energy that these three legends were giving us. Their careers started decades ago and they’re still able to get on stage and perform with the stamina of a Siberian Husky and amazing breath control while still remembering the lyrics their decades long catalog. They put a lot of today’s new artists to shame.
The one’s who understood the assignment rapped along to the 90s and 2000s southern hits like “I Need a Hot Girl,” “Slow Motion” and “I Wanna Rock.”
The Love Lounge
We know REVOLT is his brainchild but transforming an entire building in to a red-light district where his new The Love Album: Off The Grid plays on repeat over and over Is about the most Diddy thing that Diddy could do. This marks his fifth studio album and surpasses his 2010 release, “Last Train To Paris,” as his best work of art. The album boasts an all-star lineup, featuring a diverse group of artists, including Summer Walker, his latest Love Records label signee, Jozzy, as well as Justin Bieber and Busta Rhymes.
When entering the building, footage on the back wall appeared to depict Diddy’s journey during the album’s creation. Yung Miami in the video riding alongside Diddy with the convertible top down on a long road. Plush velvet sofas were scattered throughout the room, where guests lounged and enjoyed themed cocktails while listening to the album played.
Sex dungeon set-up aside, The Love Album Listening Experience was a nice vibe and an enjoyable break from the Atlanta heat.
Meditation in The Woods
We absolutely loved the tranquil space created by REVOLT, True Voice and wellness expert Alex Kaufmann. Situated by a lake with huge REVOLT World-branded inflatable balls floating across it, the cozy area designated for wellness check-ins and guided meditations was a necessary and thoughtful detail.
Everyday People
The weekend concluded with an explosive finale from Every Day People, a popular event company known for promising diversity, community and good music and that’s exactly what they delivered. The stage featured performances by Dancehall artist Byron Messiah, Mr. Eazi, and DJ Uncle Waffles, capping off the fantastic weekend.
Photo Credit: JYP Entertainment
JYP Entertainment’s first global girl group, VCHA, is aligning the stars between America and Korea with their debut song, “Y.O.Universe,” with the idea behind their group being an American girl group under the influence of K-Pop, being trained in Korea.
Mitski’s writing style carries the nostalgia of girlhood, and her new album, The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, is no exception.
The Knockturnal caught up with the New Jersey native to discuss everything related to their debut album, ‘Enjoy the Ride,’ their relationship with fans, and their creative processes.
Victoria Monet took over Atlanta Tuesday night at the Buckhead Theatre, where she performed on her first, official headlining tour, The Jaguar Tour. On Aug. 25, the singer-songwriter released her debut studio album Jaguar II, the sequel to her 2020 EP Jaguar.
The Jaguar Tour kicked off Sep. 6 in Detroit and quickly made its way through the northeast until landing in her birth city of Atlanta. They packed the venue at every corner with fans dressed in Victoria’s signature brown hue. Once she opened the show with “Moment,” we were in for a legendary night.
The audience belted out every word as she danced along with her backup dancers to “Coastin’”, “FUCK” and “Jaguar” in a sheer brown two-piece embellished with crystals.
As she transitioned into “Party Girls” featuring Jamaican Dancehall artist Buju Banton, the audience could hear the familiar melody of Beyonce’s “Baby Boy” featuring Sean Paul intertwined with the track; a nod to one of her biggest inspirations.
Highlights from the night included her entrance during “Cadillac,” decked out in a bedazzled Zoot Suit and a fedora. Her signature dance break to Trillville’s “Some Cut” sparked a viral online dance challenge last year. Last, she couldn’t end the night without performing the standout track “On My Mama,” a song with a nostalgic early 2000s vibe and a heavy mix of R&B and Hip-Hop. The song samples Chalie Boy’s 2009 hit single “I Look Good.”
Victoria Monet by Chanel Moye
Later, it was revealed that the VMAs felt it was “too early” for the Grammy-nominated artist to make her debut on their stage.
This isn’t the first time fans have had to work overtime to give their favorite artist the (rightful) recognition they deserve. Fans pressured MTV into allowing Normani to perform at the 2021 VMAs after they discovered they did not invite her to sing her new single “Wild Side” featuring Cardi B.
Following her highly expected single “Motivation” and a messy split from the popular girl group Fifth Harmony, they set Normani to make her debut as a solo artist. Her 2019 VMA performance of the song was one of the best of the year, and naturally, expectations for what would come next were high.
So, when she and the eclectic rapper joined forces to release their chart-topping collaboration “Wild Side”, it surprised fans that the VMAs didn’t extend an invitation for her to perform, especially considering the waves the music video made online. However, MTV’s apparent snub left fans questioning the network’s influence in today’s music industry landscape.
There was a point when performing at the Video Music Awards was a pivotal moment in an artist’s career. Now, we aren’t so sure. There is something to be said about MTV’s long-standing culture of excluding black artists, but that’s a conversation for another day.
While MTV was undermining her star power, she was preparing to embark on a sold-out tour. For the next three months, The Jaguar Tour will hit 22 cities across North America before ending in London on Nov. 15.
Amidst all the excitement around Jaguar II, the song was most excited to see Victoria perform on tour, is “Stop (Asking Me 4Shyt).” It is truly one of a kind and was the fan favorite of the night as the crows sang every word.
“Stop askin’ me for money, get your own
I barely even just got on
Do I look like a tree to you? Well, leaf me alone if I do”
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“I need you to stop, askin’ me for shit Ooh, I put this on in case you forget”
As the show concluded, eager fans quickly exited the theater to glimpse the next spectacle: the massive billboard towering over the Buckhead Theatre. There, Victoria Monét lays in a seductive pose, clad in an all-black catsuit, and beneath her image, in bold letters, the sign proudly announces “SOLD OUT” with “Victoria Monét’s The Jaguar Tour” written below.
Shortly after the pre-release Up Late, Korean artist GEMINI released his latest EP, Love Sick, on September 22. It is now available on major music platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Melon, YouTube, and other streaming services, or you can buy your own physical album here!
The Ned NoMad, the members club and hotel in the heart of NYC’s NoMad district, led by global hospitality leader Richie Akiva has continued to dominate New York Fashion Week. From the Christian Siriano NYFW party to Gucci‘s private bash in Little Ned, Flaunt‘s annual fete, and many more, a sea of fashion notables and celebrities have been a nonstop rotation at The Ned.
Flaunt hosted their annual Fashion Week bash at The Ned Nomad on Sunday, September 10th, celebrating their Eternal Flame issue hosted y Richie Akiva and YG with MIMCHIK. Diplo performed a surprise DJ set and there was a live performance for a packed members club of guests by YG. DJ sets in the atrium included Hank K, Vvarhala, Annicka and Siobhan Bell. The room was filled with celebrity notables, music artists and current IT girls, such as Doja Cat, Ice Spice, Quavo, Alton Mason, Emma Roberts, Meek Mill, Jordan Clarkson, Chantel Jeffries, Badius, Kendra Bailey, Jordan Barrett, Yovanna Ventura, and many more industry notables. The party buzzed on until 4am.
On September 8th, Christian Siriano hosted his official fashion show after party at Akiva’s The Ned, kicking off at 9pm until 1am in the Members Lounge and Library. DJ music by Siriano‘s pal Ty Sunderland kept the crowd going, with surprise performances throughout the evening. All eyes were on icon Janet Jackson who hung in a VIP section with Siriano and other guests, as the crowd snacked on popcorn treats from Candy Pop, Cereal Pop and Cookie Pop, with flavors such as Twix and Fruity Pebbles. Other notables included Alicia Silverstone and Sarah Hyland, Coco Rocha who closed the runway show earlier in the day as “Siriano’s muse” plus Laverne Cox, Padma Lakshmi, Adrian Grenier, Audrina Patridge, Marta Pozzan and Katie Cassidy, among many others. Guests at the energized bash sipped on espresso martinis featuring Kahlua and Absolut, Sainte Marguerite rose wine, and Bombay Sapphire.
Late night on Friday, September 8th, Akiva and Offset hosted a one night only late night FW pop up at Hearsay, a new Meatpacking nightspot. The party which kicked off at 1am following the Siriano celebration, also included co-hosts Bloody Osiris, Bloody Dior, Evan Mock, Imaan Hammam, Model of the year Grace Elizabeth, Alessandro Brisochi, Richie Romero, and Badius. DJ sets included Chase B, Austin Mills, Zack Bia, Mel Debarge, with fashion attendees like Kaia Gerber, Winnie Harlow, Jared Leto, Teyana Taylor, A$AP Ferg, Edward Enninful, Jordyn Woods, Kyle Kuzma, Karreuche, Stella Maxwell, Joan Smalls, Cara Delevingne, Audrina Patridge, Coi Leray, Peggy Gou, Kevin Durant, plus many, many more. The entire street was taken over by guests trying to get a spot in the uber exclusive nightlife party, with VIPs filtering in from all the other fashion week event’s earlier that night.
On September 8th, exactly 1 year after Route launched their Carbon product and commitment towards sustainability, they hosted a fashion event at The Ned NoMad rooftop, for industry luminaries to celebrate their sustainable impact, including Carbon brand partners. Route Founder and Exec Chair, Evan Walker, with actor and activist Adrian Grenier, hosted the event around Route’s Carbon Project and the future of sustainability in fashion. Attendees included Rebecca Minkoff, Carly Weinstein, Katie Cassidy, Bran Flakes, Lisa DiCicco, Hawaii McLaughlin, Luanna Perez, Maeta, Marta Pozzan, and more.
The following day on September 9th, Forbidden Well hosted a daytime relaxation and recovery lounge at The Ned NoMad as a relief for fashionistas amongst the evening chaos. Top modeling agencies joined Forbidden Well for some much needed relaxation, including IV Therapy, Vitamin Shots, NAD+, limited Botox, massages, energetic alchemy healing, trauma-focused chiropractic care, and gentle facials treatments at The Ned NoMad. Models and Wellness Influencers such as Kinsey Wolanski, Ambra Gutierrez, Kylie Vonnahme, Enly Tammela, Cata Freer all stopped by to indulge in the services.
Richie Akiva and Diplo during Flaunt at The Ned
Doja Cat at The Ned x Flaunt
YG performing at The Ned during Flaunt
Diplo, Hank Korsan, YG at Flaunt at The Ned
Sarah Hyland at The Ned NoMad
Siriano and Alicia Silverstone at The Ned
Christian Siriano with Cookie Pop and Cereal Pop
Coco Rocha Celebrating Siriano at The Ned
Sainte Marguerite at The Ned Siriano Party
Siriano Afterparty at The Ned
Candy Pop snacks during Siriano
Ty Sunderland spins at The Ned during Siriano
Adrian Grenier and Christian Siriano
Bonnie McKee at Flaunt's party
Yovanna Ventura at Flaunt
Denim Braxton at The Ned x Flaunt
Offset and Kevin Durant at Hearsay
Chase B at Hearsay