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]]>This week marked the release of Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts (Spilled), the long-awaited deluxe edition of her latest studio album. This album gave us five amazing new songs, but “Obsessed” is shaping up to be another instant hit in Rodrigo’s impressive discography.
Metro Boomin and Future also made it to our list with “Like That” ft. Kendrick Lamar from their collaborative album We Don’t Trust You. Speaking of amazing collaborations, Shakira’s “Puntería” ft. Cardi B was released as the last single from her new album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.
If you’re a fan of indie music, don’t fret because we also made room for some of the favorite alternative artists on this week’s list. Kick things off by listening to Fletcher’s new album In Search of the Antidote, including our favorite song “Pretending”.
Hozier also returned to our list this week, along with Aurora, Girl in Red, Sabrina Carpenter, Maggie Rogers, and many more amazing artists whose songs deserve a spot on your playlist.
Hozier – “Too Sweet”
Olivia Rodrigo – “Obssesed”
Aurora – “Some Type of Skin”
Girl in Red & Sabrina Carpenter – “You Need Me Now?”
Maggie Rogers – “Sick of Dreaming”
Shakira, Cardi B – “Puntería”
Benson Boone – “Slow It Down”
Future & Metro Boomin – “Like That”
Mac Miller – “The Quest”
Fletcher – “Pretending”
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]]>Miller’s estate first approved the release of his unheard music back in June, when singles “Time” with Free Nationals and Kali Uchis, and “That’s Life” with 88-Keys and Sia were made available to the public. However, Circles will be the first full release with Miller’s music since his death in September 2018.
According to the statement, Mac Miller began work on Circles before his death, collaborating with producer Jon Brion. After Miller passed away, Brion “dedicated himself to finishing “Circles” based on his time and conversations with Malcolm.”
Miller’s most recent studio album, Swimming, was released in August 2018. The record, which was produced by the late rapper himself, earned positive reviews and peaked at No. 3 on US Billboard 200. It was also nominated for Best Rap Album at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.
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]]>Like some of her recent albums, thank you, next consists of 12 tracks. The pop star also took to twitter to share tidbits of information about them. One of the songs, Ghostin, took Ariana the longest to complete and was the first song in the album.
She also shared that she didn’t plan to play the song live anytime. “If I can get thru it…but right now it’s not on the set list. I just want to have a good time with y’all and like…make it thru the show lol.
One of the reasons for not playing the song is that it talks about her life with ex-boyfriend Mac Miller, who died in an apparent overdose last year aged 26. A sample of the song’s lyrics include,
“I know that it breaks your heart when I cry again over him, mmh/ I know that it breaks your heart when I cry again/ Stead of ghostin him. We’ll get through this, I’m a girl with A whole lot of baggage,” Grande sang.
The album and all of its songs are now available in major streaming networks.
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]]>Mac Miller: A Celebration of Life will take place at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles on Halloween, 31st October. The list of confirmed acts includes Chance the Rapper, Vince Staples, Travis Scott, SZA, John Mayer, Thundercat, Earl Sweatshirt, Ty Dolla $ign, Miguel, Anderson.Paak, Action Bronson, and Schoolboy Q with more performers to be announced soon.
You can check the artwork for the event designed by Miller’s brother below.
“The support we’ve experienced is evident in this amazing lineup and is a testament to Malcolm’s incredible life. His Father, brother, and I are beyond thankful to everyone who is working to make this concert happen along with every fan and every friend for continuing to support Malcolm and his vision,” said Mac Miller’s mother, Karen Meyers, in a statement after the event was announced. “He was a caring, loving human with a smile that could light up the sky and a soul that was out to make the world a kinder place and the MMCF will continue to do just that.”
The Mac Miller Circles Fund was created by his family to celebrate Miller’s commitment to the arts. It will provide “programming, resources, and opportunities to youth from underserved communities” while also helping them “recognize their full potential through exploration in the arts and community building.”
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]]>The news that Mac Miller had passed was announced on September 7. A day later, Childish Gambino gave an emotional tribute to the late rapper during his concert at Chicago’s United Centre. He dedicated a song to Miller and celebrated his love of music while he was alive.
“I’m a very sensitive person… but this Mac Miller s**t got me f****d up,” Gambino said. “He was so nice. He was the sweetest guy, he was so nice. And we were both internet music kids, and a lot of critics were like, ‘This corny-ass white dude, this corny-ass black dude,’ and we used to talk. And this kid, he just loved music.”
He continued: “And we should be allowed to be sad about it. Like my heart was broken… and I feel good about being sad, because it tells me that he was special, that I had a special moment… Everybody in this room deserves that.”
Gambino finished his tribute by dedicating his song ‘Riot’ to the late rapper: “So I just wanna say ‘I love you Mac,’ and I just want to tell you that I love you and this song is for him, because I feel like sometimes he wanted to let go.”
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]]>The tragic news that US rapper Mac Miller had died of an overdose at the young age of 26 was announced this weekend.
“Malcolm McCormick, known and adored by fans as Mac Miller, has tragically passed away at the age of 26,” his family said in a statement to Rolling Stone. “He was a bright light in this world for his family, friends and fans. Thank you for your prayers. Please respect our privacy. There are no further details as to the cause of his death at this time.”
Following his death, fans and other top artists have opened up about their sadness at the terrible news. Chance the rapper paid tribute over Twitter:
“I dont know what to say Mac Miller took me on my second tour ever. But beyond helping me launch my career he was one of the sweetest guys I ever knew. Great man. I loved him for real. Im completely broken. God bless him. Its so crazy cause [Earl Sweatshirt] literally hit me up this morning him and [Vince Staples] were real friends I met at a pivotal time in my life through mac. This s**t hurts so bad. If you love someone [make] sure u tell em.”
J. Cole also shared his response to the shocking news via Twitter:
“Rest In Peace to the great soul Mac Miller,” he shared. “This is a message for anybody in this game that’s going through something. If you don’t feel right, if you feel you have a substance problem, if you need a ear to vent to. If you uncomfortable talking to people around you. Please reach out to me.”
Snoop Dogg tweeted: So sad u gone home young Mac I had to post this to smile and think about the good Time we had on the set of this movie man god bless ya family. Pittsburg we lost a real one today”
So sad u gone home young Mac I had to post this to smile and think about the good Time we had on the set of this movie man god bless ya family. Pittsburg we lost a real one today
@macmiller
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— Snoop Dogg (@SnoopDogg) September 7, 2018
Hundreds of other artists and fans alike have taken to social media to send their loving thoughts to the family and pay tribute to the rapper.
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]]>We have British rockers The 1975 with a fresh new single from their upcoming album, while everyone’s favorite animated band, Gorillaz, gave us a preview of their own new album. Maroon 5, Cardi B, and St. Vincent also join in the great line-up of music acts on our list of best new songs of the week.
And, just one more thing. Weezer finally covered Toto’s “Africa.”
Charli XCX – 5 In The Morning
Gorillaz – Humility
Mac Miller – Buttons
Maroon 5 – Girls Like You ft. Cardi B
St. Vincent – Fast Slow Disco
Lykke Li – sex money feelings die
The 1975 – Give Yourself A Try
DVBBS x Blackbear – IDWK
AJ Tracey – Butterflies ft. Not3s
Weezer – Africa
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