Glitter-loving pop songstress Ke$ha has finally perfected the remix to her hit “Crazy Kids” by recruiting hip hop icon Juicy J.

The third such remix to surface in a month, the latest iteration of “Crazy Kids” far outshines those offered featuring Will.i.am and Pitbull. Where those versions featured on emphasizing just how pop the song could be, Juicy J adds a bit of dirty twist that works much better with the overall feel of the track. Also, the hook is still a killer. You can stream the song below.

“Crazy Kids” hails from Ke$ha’s Warrior, which hit stores back in December 2012. If you this remix, grab the full album as soon as possible. Continue reading ‘Ke$ha Streams “Crazy Kids” Remix Featuring Juicy J’

Falling In Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke has been at the center of a number of controversies in his day. Last year alone he was accused of assaulting concert goers, kicking people out of shows without merit, and allegedly beating his one-time girlfriend while holding her against her will. To say trusting the man is hard would be the understatement of the year. Unfortunately, some people refuse to see that truth.

Over the weekend, PupFresh uncovered what may be the worst Radke misstep to date. The article alleges that Radke not only walked out on the members of Falling In Reverse, but that he plans on heading out on Warped Tour this Summer with an entirely new backing band. The ripple effect caue by a move like this would be devastating to many in the community, but we need to make it clear now none of this is confirmed. PupFresh is known for their reliability, so we believe this to be true until proven otherwise. You can view their ‘exclusive’ info below:

I’ve been texting one of the members all night, and this is what I’ve gathered:

Ronnie got pissed that the shows on Falling In Reverse’s upcoming tour didn’t sell out and walked out on the band. It was never about Crissy and him having a kid. Ronnie will continue to do Warped Tour this year but with a whole new band.

For what it’s worth, all the money from the new album will go to Ronnie and only Ronnie. He also took all the merch sales from past tours too and kept the profits.

The former members are also concerned that Jacky Vincent may be deported because he is in the United States on a work visa, and with being fired from FIR, he’s out of a job.

You know MTV’s Tr3s network. The well-known cable powerhouse is a staple in the Latin American entertainment world, capable of pushing emerging artists into the national spotlight.

If you think that kind of invaluable national exposure might help your career, we have good news for you.

Tr3s and OurStage have teamed up once again in the search for what we call “El Headliner.” It’s simple – we put your tracks to the fans, who tell us what they like the most. Then Tr3s and special guest judge Karlos Rosé will personally sort through each of the top tracks to find the one artist worthy of spotlight artist features on Tr3s’ show Top 20, as well as Tr3s.com’s Music My Güey,Descubre & Download, and Blogamole.

Submit your best track by June 22, 2013 for a chance to win.

Good luck!

Months ahead of their recently announced new album, an unreleased Wu-Tang Clan song entitled “Execution In Autumn” has found its way online.

Inspectah Deck, Raekwon, RZA and U-God join forces to unleash “Execution In Autumn,” which was produced by Frank Dukes. We’re not sure whether or not this is from the history books or off the new album, but we are positive it’s 100% pure gold. No one flows like the Wu-Tang killer bees, and that is exactly what is on display here. You can stream the song below.

A Better Tomorrow is scheduled to arrive in stores by the end of Summer. Comment below and let us know if you plan on picking it up.

Canadian crooner The Weeknd has released a new 8-minute epic entitled, “Kiss Land.”

Debuting late last night, May 16, “Kiss Land” is well within the wheelhouse of The Weeknd’s previous efforts. The track is ultra-sexual, but things switch up halfway through and become the “John Carpenter” track we teased a few days ago. Overall, another great entry in The Weeknd’s near-flawless catalog. You can stream the song below.

No idea when a new album will surface, but for now “Kiss Land” will do a lot to keep The Weeknd as relevant as can be. Comment below and let us know your thoughts. Continue reading ‘The Weeknd Streams “Kiss Land”’

After becoming a fan favorite through various live sets, Diplo‘s trap-collab with DJ Fresh has found its way online ahead of a planned Summer release.

“Earthquake” is the kind of track that stands out from the rest of EDM like the redheaded stepchild in a family portrait. It’s intoxicating, hypnotizing, and completely alien in comparison to everything you have likely heard – yet you cannot walk away from its almost surreal appeal. The track will debut for sale somewhere over the Summe, but for now you can click here and stream it in all its glory.

Diplo has been making a lot of headlines for his hilariously negative thoughts on the new Daft Punk album. Click here to read a collection of his best tweets.

In light of their frontman being arrested in connection to a murder-for-hire plot, Christian metalcore band As I Lay Dying have announced they are officially dropping off their planned Summer tour with Killswitch Engage and Miss May I.

It was an expected announcement, but one fans still needed to hear. While Tim Lambesis sits in a California prison awaiting trial, the other members of As I Lay Dying, as well as their crew, are going to be taking some time off. A message from the band reads:

“To our fans,

In light of recent events, As I Lay Dying will unfortunately not be taking part in the upcoming tour with Killswitch Engage. Given the circumstances, we feel that it is best for the band to be off the road while the current situation gets sorted. We’d like to thank all of our fans for their ongoing support at this difficult time.

-Jordan, Nick, Phil, and Josh“

Darkest Hour and The Word Alive will be replacing As I Lay Dying. If you have tickets, we highly encourage you to still attend.

Just under a week from the release of his major label debut, French Montana has dropped the official video for “State Of Mind.”

This is the first time in all my years of journalism that I have seen a major label artist release a video for a song NOT on his new album in the days just before said album hits stores. “State Of Mind” appeared on November 2012′s Mac And Cheese 3 mixtape, and while we still love its Harry Fraud produced beat, it seems like poor timing marketing wise for a guy who is trying to sell a couple thousand records in the next week and still hasn’t had a top ten single in almost a year. One could argue it’s just too good to leave alone, I guess, and that people may grab the free track as a gateway to later buying the album. I think that’s a stretch personally, but it could be said.

You can watch the video for “State Of Mind” at the end of this post. It will not appear on Excuse My French, but over a dozen new songs will. If you dig this, why not give the album a chance? Comment below and let us know your thoughts. Continue reading ‘French Montana Releases “State Of Mind” Video’

You know Summer is fast approaching when festival announcements are everywhere you look.

YMCMB member Drake has unveiled plans for the 4th annual OVO Fest in his hometown of Toronto. On August 4th, Frank Ocean and James Blake will be performing. On August 5th, Drake will hit the stage along with various special guests. In years past these “guests” have included the likes of Stevie Wonder, so you know it’s going to be b-i-g.

OVO Fest will be held at Molson Canadian Amphitheater. Tickets go on sale May 21.

Drake’s new album, Nothing Was The Same, is scheduled for release later this year.

Chicago’s Riot Fest has become one of the must-attend alternative music festivals of the year. 2013 will be no different, and dare I say it may even be the best year yet.

Breaking around 11pm (EST) last night, May 15, Riot Fest’s initial lineup announcement includes headline performances by Blink-182 and Fall Out Boy. An additional headliner will be revealed in the weeks ahead, but as far as additional confirmed acts go, you can count on seeing The Violent Femmes, Motorhead, Sublime With Rome, Rancid, AFI, Blondie, Public Enemy, Brand New, Flag, Taking Back Sunday, Rocket From The Crypt, Bad Religion, Atmosphere, The Dismemberment Plan, Dinosaur Jr, X, Devotchka, Yellowcard, Screeching Weasel, Pennywise, The Broadways, Against Me!, Bob Mould, Gwar, The Lillingtons, Best Coast, The Lawrence Arms, Say Anything, Bad Brains, Quicksand, The Selecter, Bad Books, Mission Of Burma, The Devil Wears Prada, Saves The Day, Glassjaw, Bayside, Stars, Toots and the Maytals, Peter Hook (performing a Joy Division set!), Smoking Popes, Reggie and the Full Effect, Attack Attack!, The Dear Hunter, Maps and Atlases, Surfer Blood, Chuck Ragan, Dessa, Saul Williams, Empires, Memphiskapheles, Kitten, Peelander-Z, Touche Amore, Masked Intruder, Deal’s Gone Bad, Twin Peaks, Flatfoot 56, and White Mystery.

Pretty awesome, right? Tickets start at $23 a day; the festival is being held September 13 through 15 in Chicago. Buy tickets or see the official website here. Continue reading ‘Riot Fest Lineup Announced’