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    October 21, 2011

    Cardinals World Series Fan Songs: A Remix, A Rally Squirrel And A Career High Point

    Image via​The off-the-cuff playoff run song is a time honored tradition, practiced by professionals and, ummm, amateurs alike. And what might start as straight-up fan enthusiasm might wind up being a solid career move. Just ask U. City's Vega Heartbreak, whose "Rally Song" has racked up some ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 19, 2011

    The Isley Brothers at Chaifetz Arena, 9/17/11: Review and Setlist

    ​The Isley Brothers | El DeBarge | After 7 Chaiftez Arena September 18, 2011 Things got off to a bit of a rocky start at this weekend's Superstars of Soul concert. Just prior to start time, lines for the box office practically stretched out of the doors, thanks mostly to a number of tickets b ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 4, 2011

    Wiz Khalifa, George Clinton Lead this Week's New Show Announcements

    Sarah RusnakWiz Khalifa mugging with local rapper Yung Ro in March 2011.​Light week for announcements while venues finalize their summer schedules, but there are some gems here: Super Jam 4 will blow through Verizon Wireless Amphitheater on June 12--it's the first St. Louis date for Wiz Khalif ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 24, 2011

    Interview: Wiz Khalifa on Dank, Odd Future and His New Film with Snoop Dogg

    ​A select few got to "Roll With Wiz" last night at the Flamingo Bowl. The chronic-loving Pittsburgh rapper was in town promoting his new album Rolling Papers, which drops next week. Khalifa gamely posed for pictures with fans, signed posters and treated them to free eats -- it's no wonder he's ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 7, 2011

    Winners and Photos! The 2011 Traffic Music Awards at the Ambassador, Sunday, March 6

    Last night at the Ambassador, the annual Traffic Music Awards honored the best and brightest in music, retail, comedy, television and more. A total of 41 awards were given out; some notable music winners included Ray Da Kid, Yung Ro, Bradd Young, MoTre, T-Will and Nelly. See the entire list of winne ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 22, 2010

    Black Pearl, Yung Ro Team Up to Offer Free Cover-Up of Gang Tattoos

    Page, right, talks with his son, the rapper Yung Ro, outside the promotional party for his upcoming album.​In St. Louis, any tattoo with a six-pointed star likely signifies membership with the criminal group Gangster Disciples. Two overlapping circles might mean affiliation with a North City g ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 20, 2010

    Good Ink: Downtown Artist Offers Free Cover-Up of Gang Tattoos

    Page, right, talks with his son, the rapper Yung Ro, outside the promotional party for his upcoming album.​In St. Louis, any tattoo with a six-pointed star likely signifies membership with the criminal group Gangster Disciples. Two overlapping circles might mean affiliation with a North City g ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 2, 2010

    Photos: Devon Alexander Greeted By Thousands at City Hall

    St. Louis City Hall was transformed into something of a smooth-jazz lounge last night as Board of Alderman President Lewis Reed hosted a "Homecoming Celebration" for boxer Devon Alexander. Alexander, center, flanked by his trainer Kevin Cunningham and Cedric the Entertainer.​The 23-year-old St. Lo ... More >>

  • News

    June 2, 2010

    2010 Music Showcase: 1 night, 50+ bands, 5 bucks this Saturday on Wash. Ave.

    St. Louis City Hall was transformed into something of a smooth-jazz lounge last night as Board of Alderman President Lewis Reed hosted a "Homecoming Celebration" for boxer Devon Alexander. Alexander, center, flanked by his trainer Kevin Cunningham and Cedric the Entertainer.​The 23-year-old St. Lo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 27, 2010

    Rapper Yung Ro Describes Getting Shot in the Head, Secret to Billboard Success

    photo by Keegan HamiltonYung Ro was not riding in a Cadilac when a bullet grazed his head last November​Call Yung Ro the Soulja Boy of St. Louis, and he'll take it as a compliment. The eighteen-year-old rapper prides himself on producing the sort of vapid club bangers that make hip-hop heads cring ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 18, 2010

    Help Out Haiti: Get Drunk and Fat and Hear Live Music Every Day This Week

    Nothing feels better than giving help to those who need it most -- unless you're giving help to those who need it most by drinking heavily, rocking out and eating chicken wings.Seriously though, an entire country is devastated.Image Via​There are lots of ways you can contribute to the relief effor ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 15, 2010

    Top Sellers At Area Record Stores for 2009

    Who says the record store is dead? Not us here in St. Louis, where both Vintage Vinyl and Euclid Records sold a lot of tunes. Below, please find the top selling albums from both stores, including a separate top vinyl list from VV. Enjoy! Vintage Vinyl: Top CDs ​1. Murphy Lee - You See Me 2. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 21, 2009

    MP3: Mankey, "Put Me In Coach," from Streetballers Soundtrack

    In this week's paper, Chad Garrison profiles director Matthew Krentz in honor of the premiere of his film, Streetballers. The locally made movie -- which is earning some serious national and regional buzz -- is premiering tonight at the Tivoli and Ronnie's. The movie's soundtrack is now availab ... More >>

  • Film

    August 19, 2009

    Swish!: Matthew Krentz's local hoops drama Streetballers lands in theaters at last

    In this week's paper, Chad Garrison profiles director Matthew Krentz in honor of the premiere of his film, Streetballers. The locally made movie -- which is earning some serious national and regional buzz -- is premiering tonight at the Tivoli and Ronnie's. The movie's soundtrack is now availab ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 22, 2009

    Top Sellers at Area Record Stores: Week of June 15-21

    Here's a new feature on A to Z: Every Monday, we'll publish the best-selling releases from area independent record stores for the preceding week. And so without further ado: [Update, 4 p.m.: Apop's top sellers are also below now!] Euclid Records' Top Ten 1. DAVE MATTHEWS BAND: Big Whiskey & the Gr ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 4, 2009

    No "Butts" About It: "Donk Dat" by Yung Ro

    When it comes to songs about butts, there's a rich musical tradition. If you've been to a St. Louis nightclub lately, you've probably heard the latest candidate vying for a spot in the pantheon of ass anthems: "Donk Dat Booty" by Yung Ro.  If you haven't, click below to download and stream it. ... More >>

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