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    Mute Music Moment of the Day: “Hell Yeah!” by Stacy Barthe ft. Rick Ross

    Thursday, May 23, 2013

    Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by Brooklyn singer/Grammy-nominated songwriter, Stacy Barthe. Both “Hell Yeah!” (which features Rick Ross) and Stacy’s new album, “P.S. I Love You” are available via iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/p.s.-i-love-you-ep/id620495731

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    2nd Annual ACOR Gallery Graffiti Art Contest

    Monday, May 13, 2013

    The ACOR Gallery at the GoggleWorks in Reading, Pa hosted their annual Graffiti Art Contest. Six artists in and around the Reading, Pa area submitted their works that represented the “Stop The Violence” theme, competing for a $500.00 cash prize. According to artist and founder of the ACOR Gallery, Mr. Ed Terrell, the purpose of [...]

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    Mariah Carey Releases “#Beautiful” Ft. Miguel

    Monday, May 6, 2013

    Superstar Mariah Carey just released her new single, “#Beautiful” ft. R&B sensation, Miguel, this morning, and it’s already creating quite a buzz. Stream the track via Soundcloud below, and let us know what you think. Mute it or turn it up? “#Beautiful” is available for purchase via iTunes: http://smarturl.it/iBeautiful

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    Erykah Badu & Janelle Monae Release Q.U.E.E.N.

    Wednesday, April 24, 2013

    Music lovers are in for a treat with the newly released collaboration, “Q.U.E.E.N.” by soul sisters Erykah Badu and Janelle Monae. Follow this link: http://erykah-badu.com/newssystem/news.php  to give the new song a listen and let us know what you think about it in the comments section below. Be sure to listen to the song all the [...]

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    3 Reasons Why Joey Bada$$ Is Better Than Kendrick Lamar

    Wednesday, April 24, 2013

    Written by David Nazario Kendrick Lamar is a good artist, Joey Bada$$ is a better artist. Here’s three reasons why. Production There’s definitely something special about the way that Hip Hop sounded during the 90′s. This is one of the reasons why this decade is commonly referred to as the “Golden Era of Hip Hop”. [...]

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    The Roots Go Platinum With “Things Fall Apart” After 14 Years

    Wednesday, April 24, 2013

    Kudos to the legendary Roots crew from Philadelphia who went platinum this week with their classic Things Fall Apart album which was released fourteen years ago! Surprisingly this is the only album by the band to go Platinum, despite the fact that their last two releases “How I Got Over” and “Undun” were more than [...]

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    Faith Ringgold at the ACA Gallery

    Monday, April 1, 2013

    Written by Angela Johnson It isn’t everyday that one is able to sit in the presence of two generations of artists, but it was made possible on Thursday at ACA Galleries in New York City. ACA has deep roots in the New York City art scene. Opening its doors during the Great Depression, the gallery [...]

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    Alicia Keys High-Top Wedge Sneaker In Stores Today

    Monday, April 1, 2013

    The Alicia Keys “Freestyle” wedge sneaker hits stores today as a part of the Alicia Keys x Reebok collaboration. The classic high-top sneaker which has been remixed with new colors and a built in wedge is available at Nordstrom and Reebok.com. The retail price for the sneakers is $89.  According to Keys, the Freestyle High-Top [...]

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    Tech: Vevo TV

    Sunday, March 31, 2013

    Written by John Persolus Earlier this month Vevo announced and released Vevo TV, a 24/7 live streaming service that can be accessed through the web and an app that is available for smart phones, Xbox 360, and Roku boxes. Viewers can tune into the live channel to watch uninterrupted playback of music videos, artist interviews, [...]

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    New Trend In Men’s Fashion: Clutches?

    Friday, March 29, 2013

    Written by David Nazario In the world of fashion the trend right now is definitely anything goes (and of course anything 90’s is also a must. If you haven’t already, visit http://mutemag.com/?p=3566 to read “Fashion Goes Back to the 90’s”). And it seems like this “anything goes mentality” is most apparent with the latest trend [...]

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Jan
6

Amplify The Line: “Beware” by Panjabi MC feat. Jay-Z

Written by Manny Guzman “Beware” by Panjabi MC feat. Jay-Z “But only love kills war, when will they learn? It’s international Hov’, been havin the flow before Bin Laden got Manhattan to blow, Before Ronald Reagan got Manhattan to blow” My name is Manny, and this is how I amplify the line: These lyrics work [...]

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Jan
5

Timeless 20 Songs of 2012

Written by Ashlee Chanelle & David Nazario At Mute we celebrate music that has the ability to live well beyond its years. With that said, here is our list of the 20 Timeless Songs of 2012. Enjoy! 1. “Thinking About You” by Frank Ocean I don’t think there was one person who was not singing [...]

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Dec
26

Doomz Releases “Martial Law”

It’s not often that a rapper today can capture the essence of the golden era of Hip Hop while also making music that could very easily be played on your favorite radio station (that’s of course if you still have a favorite radio station). MLB representative, Doomz out of Reading, PA recently released his highly [...]

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Dec
26

“Your Band is A Virus – Expanded Edition”

Written by David Nazario With “Your Band is A Virus – Expanded Edition”, music promoter and Independent Music Promotions founder, James Moore provides up and coming artists with a step-by-step guide of how to master the art of online promotion, branding and advertising. Everything from how to write a press release, to setting up a [...]

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SoMo
Nov
9

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “Kings and Queens (Throw It Up)” by SoMo

Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by SoMo. SoMo, known for his covers on YouTube, is making a name for himself with his original material. Check out this hot track and follow him on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/OfficialSoMo and Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/OfficialSoMo

gogo
Nov
8

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “Take This Love” by GoGo Morrow

Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by GoGo Morrow. GoGo is taking the music industry by storm, having sung backup for Lady Gaga and recently performing at Power House 30. With production by Scottish, GoGo’s amazing vocals, and a Skrillex sample, “Take This Love” is a banger! Also look out [...]

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Nov
7

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “End of the Line” by The Vansaders

Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by The Vansaders. This Brooklyn band is a fresh blend of punk, rock-n-roll and country. Download their free EP here: http://thevansaders.bandcamp.com/

kevincossom
Nov
3

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “Overflow” by Kevin Cossom

Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by N.A.R.S. recording artist, Kevin Cossom. With the help of production by super-producer Danja and soulful vocals, “Overflow” is a hit! For the latest on Kevin Cossom, follow him on twitter: @kevincossom and check out his official web site: www.kevincossom.com

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Nov
1

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “3:16am” by Jhené Aiko

Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by Jhené Aiko. This Los Angeles-born singer is no stranger to the music industry, having been signed to Epic Records and toured with B2K at a young age. After taking a break, she returned to the music business in 2011 and realeased her mixtape [...]

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Oct
31

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “Gonna Make My Own Money” by Deap Vally

Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by fierce rock-n-roll girl band, Deap Vally. Be sure to check out their album “End Of The World” being released on November 19th, and purchase the single “Gonna Make My Own Money” here:http://bit.ly/DVeotw

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Oct
26

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “LIFE” by Young H. Skyline

Todays Mute Music Moment of the Day comes from Young H. Skyline and Movenation Goonsqaud. Young H. Skyline and Movenation Goonsquad recently won  the Underground Music Award for Best Live Performance and are currently nominated for 3 All Star Music Awards. Check out one of Young H. Skyline’s older songs, “LIFE”, and be sure to [...]

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Oct
23

Mute Music Moment of the Day: “Hey Ma” by Chance The Rapper

Today’s Mute Music Moment of the Day is brought to you by 19 years old Chicago artist, Chance The Rapper. Since his release of “Nostalgia” in 2011, Chance The Rapper has generated quite a buzz. Check out “Hey Ma” and download the album “#10Day” for free here: http://goo.gl/PlViD

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