Afro-Punk's Blog Posts Tagged 'Alternative' (17)

AP Quickie: Sade Live DVD Coming May 22!

Sade only tours every 10 years or so, right? And while it's worth the wait, it's always nice to be able to jam to their performances a little more often. Ms. Adu and her bandmates are releasing a Live DVD from their 2011 tour on May 22nd, available  HERE for pre-order. 122 minutes of goodness. Will you be watching it? - L…

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Added by Afro-Punk on May 9, 2012 at 6:10am — 2 Comments

AP Dating: Wanna Meet New People? Join Us March 22-24 For Badoo's Event in NY

You already come to Afro-punk for music, fashion, news and sports, now you can get the hook up too!

Badoo, the world’s largest social networking site for meeting new people, is expanding to the US and they want New Yorkers in the mix. This is your chance to represent. Register to attend an all day party hosted by Afro-punk with four of the hottest fashion photographers in NYC and get a gift of your very own portrait. The top 24 portraits will be featured on billboards and…

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Added by Afro-Punk on March 14, 2012 at 5:30pm — 29 Comments

After The New Music, Santigold Reveals Dramatic Cover Art For Upcoming Album

Santigold shared the cover art of her upcoming album with The New York Times, and it doesn't disappoint. Photographer Jason Schmidt did a great job shooting Santi as 3 different characters, and visual artist Kehinde Wiley contributed a painting of her as an army officer. The album 'Master of My Make-Believe' is due out May 1st. Check out the art below + making-of video + 2 songs off the album.…

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Added by Afro-Punk on February 29, 2012 at 11:30am — 5 Comments

Santigold On Tour! Coachella + US Tour With Red Hot Chili Peppers

Ms. LaidBack Badassness herself, Santigold, is coming to your city soon! (if you're in the US) She will play the infamous Coachella Festival in April, and is also about to head out on tour with Red Hot Chili Peppers. Let's take a look at the tour dates, shall we? xo

Santigold Tour Dates

APRIL 15th Indio, CA Coachella

APRIL 22nd Indio, CA Coachella

Santigold + Red Hot Chili Peppers Tour Dates

JANUARY 20th Sunrise, FL…

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Added by Afro-Punk on January 18, 2012 at 8:30am — 4 Comments

ACCRA[dot]ALT: Revolution By Way of Culture, Creativity and Conversation in Ghana

The political world temperature right now is at an historic high. From revolution that began on the streets of NYC to youth in London and the Middle East taking part in uprisings against oppressive governments, a La Résistance mindset rules the day.

In Accra, Ghana, a couple of visionaries are building a movement of their own; one part indie artist collective, one part community dialogue generator, ACCRA[dot]ALT tackles head on the issues facing not only the music community,…

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Added by Afro-Punk on December 5, 2011 at 10:03am — 1 Comment

Free Download: Japanese Cartoon's Album 'In The Jaws Of The Lords Of Death'

Japanese Cartoon (aka Lupe Fiasco's rock band) have made their album 'In The Jaws Of The Lords Of Death' available on Soundcloud. The album had been on their website for a good minute, but it seems that many people ran into technical difficulties when they tried to download it. If you had troubles getting it, you can now grab it from the music player below (click on 'Download' next to individual tracks to download each track for free). Post-punk rock and electronica with a… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on September 14, 2011 at 5:30pm — 4 Comments

WATCH: Static People Get The Art Film Treatment For 'The Late Projectionist' Video

Alright now, AP members Static People's new video is bad-ass. The Bay Area-based alt. rock/punk band was picked to have a video directed by two students from digital arts college Ex'Pression. Frontwoman Dmitra Smith, a seasoned singer with an admitted obsession for David Bowie, explains: "Poor Co-Directors Russell DeMaestri and Andrew Bertolucci had a meager 48 hours to come up with concepts, storyboard them… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on May 13, 2011 at 4:18pm — 5 Comments

WATCH: Solillaquists of Sound - 'Gotham City Chase Scene' Video

Yeah yeah, this video was released a few months ago, so why talk about it now you ask? Well stop raining on our parade and just check out AP members Solillaquists of Sound's 'Gotham City Chase Scene' mini-movie. It was shot in Orlando, DIY-style, "on a zero dollar budget", although it's impossible to tell by watching the incredible finished product. "A true community effort", says the band, directed by X:144… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on March 28, 2011 at 4:30pm — No Comments

If You Don't Know, Now You Know: Piel Is Contagious

Bad-ass and charismatic lead singer: check. Catchy tunes that will stick in your head and make you shake your thang: check. Quality music and great band chemistry: checccck. OK, you get the point, just check out Piel's music already! Based in downtown Los Angeles, the band is conquering the world one fan at a time, one show at a time. Their music speaks for itself, an original mix of dance, rock, and anything they… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on February 25, 2011 at 5:00pm — 11 Comments

AP Quickie: TV On The Radio's New Album Coming Spring 2011

TV On The Radio announced their new album, 'Nine Types Of Light', coming Spring 2011. They will also perform in New York at Radio City Music Hall on April 13. Here's the official announcement:

NEW ALBUM, Nine Types of Light,

COMING SPRING 2011

BAND TO PLAY RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL APRIL 13

...Springtime! The flowers bloom,…

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Added by Afro-Punk on February 9, 2011 at 4:00pm — 3 Comments

The Carps are back with new music.

Did you ever get a chance to check out this Canadian two-piece called The Carps? Aside from their hipster, skinny jeans persona, this underground band has two EP's under their belt (The Young & Passionate Days of Carpedia vol 2.1 (March 13, 2007) and Waves & Shambles (April 8, 2008), and have played with The Cool… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on January 28, 2011 at 2:00pm — 4 Comments

Crimson Heart Replica: Getting The Alt Scene Jumping In Kingston, Jamaica

Aaaaah, we knew Jamaica had great things in store for us. Don't get it twisted, love reggae and dancehall, but there's a vibrant alt scene in Kingston that goes far beyond that, with artists expressing themselves in genres ranging from rock to electro, and everything in between.

At the heart of the movement, Katherine Williams - a.k.a. Crimson Heart Replica, is one of the movers and… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on January 14, 2011 at 6:00pm — 6 Comments

Das Racist Take Their Freaky Rap Around The World

Self-proclaimed "weed edge/hare krishna hard core/art rap/freak folk" group Das Racist is the kind of band you love to hate. From their twisted humor to their er... unusual style, they've been getting on everyone's nerves in the past few years, and we mean that in a good way!... If you're unfamiliar with their work, check out some of their vids below, and catch them Live soon: they're currently touring Europe, after a few dates in Asia.

- L… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on December 13, 2010 at 3:00pm — 2 Comments

Stream: Opera, Rock and Pop Collide In Sye Spence's Mad Mad World

With influences ranging from Kate Bush & Tina Turner to Freddy Mercury & Madonna, New York-based artist Sye Spence isn't playing when it comes to expressing herself through music. Her EP 'Mad Mad World' is a reflection of her genre-bending approach. Pop, rock, opera, all come together in this intense, raw and highly personal record. She had us at "I'll show you who the fuck I am", lyrics from her single "A Merican Dream". Stream all the songs below (to get your… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on September 24, 2010 at 5:00pm — 5 Comments

Listen: Nikki Lynette Back At It With New EP "The Strong Survive"

Now this is one hard-working independent artist. Singer/rapper/producer Nikki Lynette is back at it with her brand-new EP "The Strong Survive", showcasing her signature blend of singing and rapping. Some of the songs have already been licensed to TV shows, and we're hearing that one of them will also be featured in a movie. Nikki is currently traveling around the US to meet her fans & supporters, and to sell the… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on September 15, 2010 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment

American Fangs Take Over North America With Tour!

American Fangs first caught our attention with their banging track 'Le Kick'. We got so excited that we invited them to be a part of last year's Afro-punk Tour. And now the guys are still causing mayhem around North America with their national tour (+1 date in Canada). From New York to Kentucky, from Canada to Louisianna, they're coming near… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on August 4, 2010 at 4:00pm — 2 Comments

Winners Announced! Contest: The Best Black Alternative Videos

And the winners are... Drum roll...

1st Prize: Christopher Irving! Thanks Chris for posting dope videos year-round.

2nd Prize: PolarVibez! Keep posting that good stuff! :)

3rd prize: Dwayne! (who also happens to be a very talented photographer!)…

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Added by Afro-Punk on October 1, 2009 at 1:30pm — 6 Comments