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Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Bryce Vine Drops New Album ‘Motel California’
Multi-platinum recording artist Bryce Vine, known for hits “Drew Barrymore” and “La La Land,” kicks off May with a hot new album. Motel California is Bryce Vine’s sophomore album, but his first independent LP. It is an eleven-track album that features never-before-heard songs and fan favorites, such as “DRUGS,” “Vine St.” and the titular, “Motel California.” The eclectic album has something for everyone as it borrows sounds from various genres: Alternative, Country, Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, Rock, etc.
The album kicks off with the titular song, “Motel California.” The track is a smooth, heartfelt record that is brought to life with a music video. The artsy visual depicts California’s imperfect perfections and adds engaging animation. Motel California then turns to a previously released record, “DRUGS,” which also is accompanied by a music video. The music video furthers the motel theme.
Motel California is chock full of jams and collaborators. Track eight, “Lauryn Hill,” features hip-hop duo Flyana Boss. The song masterfully blends Bryce Vine’s poppy sound with Flyana Boss’ hard-hitting flow. Track ten, “Rocky Mountain,” features singer-songwriter Brittney Spencer. The two harmonize perfectly in the Country duet. The penultimate song, “JANE FONDA 2,” is with rapper Mickey Avalon. It is a fun record that stays true to Mickey Avalon’s distinct sound.
Bryce Vine does not disappoint with Motel California. The unskippable album is immaculate from start to finish. Although summer is just getting started, Motel California will undoubtedly be in the running for album of the summer – maybe even album of the year.
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L’Entourloop pay tribute to the golden age of sound system culture with new single “Muffin Kings”.
French collective L’Entourloop are paying tribute to the golden age of sound system culture with their new single “Muffin Kings”. The new single marks the end of L’Entourloop’s 2025 European tour, which included three dates across the UK with a huge finale at the Adidas Arena in Paris.
Known for combo tracks that feature a myriad of guests and have racked up millions of streams, the beatmakers crew achieves a real tour de force by bringing together no fewer than six artists on “Muffin Kings,” all recorded during the same session by Little Lion Sound in Jamaica. The track features raggamuffin pioneers Danny English, Bunny General, and Hollow Point, rub-a-dub singers Echo Minott and Tristan Palmer, as well as the new generation represented by the talented Eesah. L’Entourloop’s signature hip-hop inna yardie style beat and the vocal performances of these prestigious guests make “Muffin Kings” an instant banger.
L’Entourloop dedicate “Muffin Kings” to Danny English, who passed away shortly after the recording, as well as to the victims of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica. The single comes as L’Entourloop prepare to return to the UK in 2026 for an appearance at Boomtown Festival on the Grand Central stage and as they put the finishing touches to their fourth studio album, expected for release in late 2026 / early 2027.
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