Musical engineer, esta., handles a song you may or may not have heard, "Trap Queen". The Soulection affiliate titles his remix "1738," alluding to Fetty Wap's Remy Boys squad. esta. serenades listeners in a gleeful, scintillating way, but holds to the original version's trap influences with 808 percussion hits. Enjoy "1738," when you kick it this Friday night.
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InTheRough - Stay Up /
This playlist is an ode to the constant developments that happen in music. New music drops daily because listeners crave tracks to consume more than they do food, artists interactions with each other sometimes cause friction then feuds start, streaming services have turned into country clubs crafting exclusive experiences unique to a particular platform, and genre bending alludes to the many categories of music. So, to provide a roundup and keep listeners current here is "Stay Up". Thanks to beef between Meek Mill and Drake, Drizzy appears quite a few times because his musical prowess is unmatched even if someone writes his raps like Meek claims. House, electronic, and R&B tones diversify the mix adding different emotions so it is appropriate throughout the entire day; credit Major Lazer, ELHAE from Atlanta, and talented Mura Masa. Things get a bit sensual as Magic Mike XXL influenced the placement of Jacquees and Jeremih. Explore the vibes below and walk away with some discoveries. Be sure to give InTheRough a follow on SoundCloud.
Rihanna - Bitch Better Have My Money (Diplo & Grandtheft Remix) OFFICIAL /
Rihanna's hit track "Bitch Better Have My Money" gets an upgrade (who knew that was possible) from EDM juggernaut Diplo and DJ Grandtheft from Toronto. The pair puts together an official remix laying down an electronic trap beat accompanied with a faster tempo and a myriad of sounds to flow with RiRi's vocals. Enjoy below!
Documenting George Washington University's 2015 Spring Fling with 3lau and Theophilus London /
Washington, D.C. has become a home and a place of influence for InTheRough. Family and friends, travel, as well as College have all landed ITR in our nation's capital. D.C.'s classical metropolitan area featuring major sports, delicious eats, strong cultural centers, nightlife, and the unique characteristic of being America's Mount Olympus lends itself to an environment that inspires growth and creativity. Popular culture thrives in D.C., spawning artists like Wale and collectives like Proper Vibes who represent the area's appreciation for its consumption of Goods. These made George Washington University's April 4th Spring Fling concert with 3lau and Theophilus London as well as a trip to Georgetown a welcomed event for InTheRough.
Electronic producer 3lau coolly took his position behind his computer, black Wayfarers intact, and met a GW crowd he was impressed by, jumping off stage to interact with the front row mid show. Theophilus joyously followed the electronic house producer bouncing to the stage with a huge smile and an aged pair of Air Jordan 1 "Royal" on his feet. His performance was exciting in large part to the rapper's live band and set list, which he chose via the MacBook eight feet to his left on stage. Theophilus' 2012 track "Big Spender" was flipped into a pleasant version we had never heard. He too exchanged pleasantries with the crowd giving High Fives and hugs to anybody that wanted one.
Footwear was an interesting observational piece at the concert. The day's nice weather made sneakers a common theme. Progressive and hip hop influences the performers provided, matched with George Washington's setting placed keen attention to kicks. The Swoosh and its Jumpman bi-product were easily noticed in a sea of white Chuck Taylors. So, a visit to Nike Georgetown to conclude the trip seemed appropriate, especially when an inflated basketball teaches you a life lesson.
InTheRough's latest trip to Washington, D.C. offered the opportunity to document George Washington University's 2015 Spring Fling. It also fostered an interesting conversation with somebody featured on ITR often, Cautious Clay. The DC based artist speaks on his talent, Ableton production, the D.C. music community, and his future in a forthcoming interview with InTheRough.
Towkio featuring Chance The Rapper, Lido & Eryn Allen Kane - Heaven Only Knows /
Artists, friends, Savemoney representatives, and native Chicagoans Towkio and Chance The Rapper release a new song, "Heaven Only Knows". The spirited song title flows right into the encouraging organ featured in Lido's production. Towkio, Chance, and singer Eryn Allen Kane provide riveting vocals. After one listen you will be pleased to know there is more on the way from Towkio; his .Wav Theory mixtape is available on April 28.