• [Exclusive] Doughboy Talks 'Break Da Knob' Success, Mike Brown & Changing Sound

    Rap star Doughboy stood out against his rapping opponents in St. Louis when he premiered his music video "Break Da Knob" on Sean "Diddy'" Comb's Revolt TV network. Now, with buzz surrounding the "Turn It Up" song and his video receiving nearly 13,000 views on YouTube, Doughboy is proving that he is contender getting ready to snatch the number one spot. In an exclusive interview with MusicTimes, the rap star breaks down the definition of "Break Da Knob," his distinct sound versus St. Louis rappers, Mike Brown and making a difference in his community with his The Speak Out Against Violence Essay Contest.

  • Oliver Heldens On HI-LO Evolution, Tiesto, Life Balance [Interview]

    We had the chance to catch up with Olver Heldens before his set on the main stage at Electric Zoo to discuss the evolution of Hi-LO and how it will impact Oliver Heldens music, upcoming collabs with Knife Party, Tiësto, The Magician and others, how he balances touring and producing and more.

  • Sam Feldt Talks Years & Years, Branding, Dinosaurs [Interview]

    We had a chance to catch up with Feldt after his set at Electric Zoo to go back to dive a little deeper into his beginnings, discuss the battle of producing on the road, how educational and vocational background still is helping today and dinosaurs. Read on to learn more about the Dutchman.

  • Mako On Avicii, Steve Angello, Gym Habits, Fear Of Heights & More [Interview]

    We had the chance to sit down with mako after their 1 p.m. set at Electric Zoo to a light, but growing crowd on the main stage. Tired, but excited to be in New York and at the festival, we chatted about their work with Avicii and Steve Angello, which netted the single "Children Of The Wild." We also got into some weird habits they each have including what Alex does at the gym and Logan's fear of heights.

  • Interview: Sevyn Streeter Gets Personal with 'Shoulda Been There,' Talks Chris Brown, B.O.B.

    Sevyn Streeter has an ex-boyfriend who "Shoulda Been There," and she's not just going to let him know it, she's going to tell the whole world. Earlier this summer, the quickly emerging R&B star broke away from her features on Chris Brown songs and as a writer for the likes of Ariana Grande to release her first full-length album. But, before she could break out with On The Verge, she had some personal business to take care of.

  • New Miike Snow Album Is Done According To Christian Karlsson

    The next Miike Snow album is done according to one third of the Swedish indie pop band, Christian Karlsson. Speaking to the Galantis member at Electric Zoo this past weekend, Karlsson divulged that the album was done, saying "Miike Snow is coming out with an album. It's done, so that's coming out." He did not share when it might drop or what the project will be titled, but fans can rest assured that a project is completed and on the way.

  • Interview: Thomas Gold On New Music, Tour, Studio Balance And More

    We had the chance to chat with with Thomas Gold before his set on Governors Island about finding the right work balance between touring and being at home producing and the struggle he has faced over the past couple years trying to find that, his upcoming music, that features collabs with Deniz Koyu and Lush & Simon and much more.

  • Made in America 2015 Highlights: The Weeknd, Beyonce and Celeb Sightings

    Made In America 2015 top moments still has us reminiscing over the Labor Day weekend festival that welcomed thousands of fans on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia. With Beyoncé and The Weeknd headlining the two-day festivities, dedicated fans got there early enough to secure spots close enough to the stages their favorite artist would perform on. While many walked around for some food, Budweiser beers, bathroom breaks and other activities, some fans decided to stand for hours in the blistering heat until their favorite performer graced one of the five MIA stages.
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