KC Orcutt

Brooklyn resident KC Orcutt aims to capture moments found in music. Her freelance writing career has brought her to many places over the years, including London, Croatia, Prague, all over the US and on tour with her favorite hometown rappers. Happiest when working with words and people, KC is first and foremost an enthusiast of her craft and supporter of all things dope.

World Wide Woman: Why You Should Be Getting Into Foxes

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Foxes (real name Louisa Rose Allen), much like the cunning animal that inspired her stage name (which by the way, she impressively out-Googles), is equal parts clever, adaptive and wise, with her music naturally highlighting all of these qualities. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Much more than a pop singer, her powerful voice adapts to […]

Tinashe Featured In New Commercial For Target

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Tinashe has teamed up with Target, by way of helping to soundtrack a new commercial for the company’s spring campaign. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The song in question is a cover of Tom Tom Club‘s “Genius of Love” which was sampled on the iconic Mariah Carey song “Fantasy.” DJ Cassidy reworked the track and the result […]

Rapper Dee-1 Has Something To Say To Sallie Mae

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With student loan debt plaguing so much of America, New Orleans resident Dee-1 has been inspiring others by sharing his own story that it’s possible to pay off student loan companies, such as Sallie Mae. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information While having an advance from a record label such as RCA certainly helps the situation, the […]

Taylor Swift Generously Donates $250K In Support Of Kesha

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Women supporting women will ten-out-of-ten always be a beautiful thing to bear witness to, whether in the entertainment industry or in life in general. Women in music especially are fighting similar battles often times. Taylor Swift, recognizing this, has cut a generous check to Kesha, who recently has been experiencing a cruel side of the music business. […]

J Dilla Fans Rejoice: Check Out A Never-Before-Heard Track With More To Come This April

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Just over halfway through Black History Month, also dubbed a season to celebrate the life and legacy of the late J Dilla in conjunction with the legendary producer’s birthday, fans today [Thursday, February 18] were blessed with some wonderful news. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The Estate of James Yancey has revived J Dilla’s longstanding […]

[Interview] Mike Rebel Readies His Experimental Debut With “Twisted & Laid Back”

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On his third studio album, Compton, Dr. Dre spits “Mentally I’m on a whole ‘nother level / And don’t forget that I came from the ghetto,” capturing the quintessential come-up story for so many, himself included. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The story of south-central LA’s Mike Rebel could also be soundtracked by Dre’s “Talking […]

Rakim Slated To Perform ‘Paid In’ Full In Entirety This Summer In NYC

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Almost three decades ago, Hip Hop legends Rakim and Eric B joined forces to release their debut album as a duo, Paid In Full. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information This summer, Rakim (sans Eric B.) will perform all of the classic album, completely front-to-back, at B.B. King’s in New York City on July 13. Tickets […]

About His Art And On His Grind: Tunji Ige Shares New Music Video

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Churning out incredible visuals that better accentuate a song is no easy feat, and Tunji Ige and director Glassface prove once again that they are really onto something, setting the bar high in both the music video and rap games alike. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The 21-year-old Philadelphia emcee and producer is creeping closer […]

#ForTheLoveOfFlint: Join Justice League NYC In Raising Awareness And Attention

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Following Justice League NYC being honored with the NAACP Chairman’s Award for their social justice work, particularly relating to Flint, the hard work continues. While accepting the award, leaders Tamika Mallory and Carmen Perez had the word “FLINT” written on their arms, showcasing their tireless effort to help raise awareness, attention and vital resources. Visit […]

Tyra Banks Shares First Photo Of Her “Miracle Baby”

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Tyra Banks often has glowed from within, but motherhood is a whole new look for the supermodel. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The new mom has taken to Instagram to share the first photo of her son, who was born last month by way of surrogate, with partner Erik Asla. Welcoming the baby boy, named York, […]

Catch A Feeling Post-Valentines Day With Young Planet’s New Track

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For the second installment of a monthly series featuring loose singles, Brooklyn’s Young Planet took it to a whimsical place to celebrate that feel-good kind of love. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Inspired by a spark of romance both realistic and imaginative, their new track ”These Feelings,” is a portrait painting praise and adoration plain […]

[WATCH] Philadelphia’s Marv Mack Sees Life In Color

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When an artist’s visual aesthetic matches their sound so well, props must be paid due. Such is the case with Philadelphia rapper Marv Mack. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Riding off of the momentum of his debut album, Golden Bandaids, which dropped last month, Mack’s genuine, expressive take on Hip Hop speaks louder than any gimmick, and […]

[Watch] Torae Shows Off What Coney Island Stylin’ Means To Him

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“Wanna hear my old sh*t, buy my old albums,” Torae spits, setting the mode early on his track, “Clap Sh*t Up.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The fiery track is off of Torae’s latest release, Entitled, and reminds listeners he’s here to make the music he wants to make regardless of whether or not it’s […]

Cool Nutz Teams Up With Slum Village And TOPE To Celebrate Dilla Month

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The left coast has come correct to celebrate Dilla season, paying their respects through creating music inspired by the spirit of the late great producer and his legendary catalog. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Portland’s Cool Nutz has linked with Detroit’s own Slum Village and Oakland-based producer TOPE to give the remix treatment to “Best & Worst,” which […]

World Wide Woman: Jess Glynne Is More Than Just A Powerful Voice

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Musicians and producers travel literally and figuratively their whole lives to track down and discover the voices that inspire them. For many, the magic of the UK’s Jess Glynne has been hiding right across the pond this whole time. Currently on her second US tour, Glynne is capturing ears and hearts alike, sharing personal stories […]

Get Lost In Darrein Safron’s Sultry New Track “Bad Gurl”

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Hailing from St. Louis, rising artist Darrein Safron makes music with the chops of an R&B veteran, drawing from classic sounds but bringing them into 2016. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The newest signee to Strange Music, alongside label founder Tech N9ne and Rittz, Safron is currently readying his debut project, The Brilliant EP, due out this […]

Exclusive Video: Naughty By Nature Thanks Fans For 25 Years Of Support

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Naughty by Nature is celebrating 25 years of Hip Hop through an extensive tour, reminding fans their reputed high energy in their live show hasn’t faded with time. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In an eight-minute mini documentary, produced by Lenox Road Productions, the Grammy-winning trio reflects on what it’s been like on the road […]

Event Recap: Pharoahe Monch Gets Live With PitchBlak Brass Band

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While many rap shows notoriously never start on time, last night’s concert [Thursday, February 4] at Kaufman Music Centers’s Merkin Concert Hall wasn’t your average Hip Hop experience. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Promptly at 7:30pm, members of the 17-piece PitchBlak brass band took to the stage for a special performance with Pharoahe Monch as […]