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Bob Mould × Jason Narducy × Distortion and Blue Hearts Tour

Legendary musician Bob Mould taps Jason Narducy to open the solo portion of his “Distortion and Blue Hearts!” tour starting October 15, 2021, in Bloomington, IL at Castle Theater. These solo dates are the second part of a tour that begins with his band — Narducy on bass and drummer Jon Wurster on September 16 at Paradise Rock Club in Boston. The full run of dates and locations are below.

Mould also marks the 10-year anniversary of his groundbreaking memoir See A Little Light: The Trail of Rage and Melody by sharing a video clip of him reading from the book and then performing solo “Wishing Well” from his 1989 landmark album Workbook.

On top of that he shares a trailer for his fourth and final vinyl box Distortion: Live an 8 LP set that includes live recordings from Mould’s solo career and his band Sugar. This set will be released on July 16, 2021, through Demon Music Group.

Mould sees parallels between the memoir and the Distortion box sets:

“After three years of writing my 2011 autobiography, See A Little Light, I was full speed ahead no more looking back. But over the past few years, during the production of the Distortion reissue series, many of the people, places, and circumstances that fueled those albums came back to life. Oddly, I didn’t see that coming!

“As for today: the book is ten years old, I’m thrilled that 30 years of my work has been re-released in so many configurations, and I’m very grateful to be able to take these songs and stories to the stage later this year and hopefully many years to come. As time marches on, I’m learning to embrace my past, enjoy the moment, and still have hopes and dreams for the future.”

As on the previously released box sets in the Distortion collection, the fourth volume sees each album being mastered by Jeff Lipton and Maria Rice at Peerless Mastering in Boston and is presented with brand new artwork designed by illustrator Simon Marchner and pressed on 140g clear vinyl with unique splatter effects. This box set includes 4 live albums: Live At The Cabaret Metro, 1989; the Sugar album The Joke Is Always On Us, Sometimes; LiveDog98 (first time on vinyl), and Live at ATP 2008 (first time on vinyl). In addition, the set includes a 28-page companion booklet featuring liner notes by journalist Keith Cameron; contributions from Bully’s Alicia Bognanno; rare photographs and memorabilia, and a bonus LP Distortion Plus: Live, which features live rarities including B-Sides and stand-out tracks from the Circle of Friends concert film.

Opening the “Solo Distortion” part of the tour is Jason Narducy who has been the bass player in Bob Mould’s band since 2005. The Evanston, IL-based musician first gained renown in 1982, when at 11 years old, he formed the seminal punk rock band Verb ten with his childhood friends in an Evanston basement. Narducy would later go on to front Verbow, releasing three albums with the band (one in its earliest incarnation as Jason & Alison). Since his days in Verbow, Narducy has gone on to tour with such acts as Robert Pollard and Telekinesis. Today, along with playing bass for Mould he performs the same role in Superchunk, and fronts Split Single, with whom he’s recorded three albums with a rotating cast of stellar musicians, including Jon Wurster, Spoon’s Britt Daniel, R.E.M.’s Mike Mills, and Wilco’s John Stirratt. Split Single’s new album, Amplificado, is out June 25.

SEE THE READING AND SONG PERFORMANCE HERE

WATCH THE TRAILER FOR DISTORTION: LIVE HERE

Discover more about the box sets including full track listings and FAQs here:

Pre-order the Distortion: 2008-2019 AND Distortion Best Of sets here

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Detroit City Chess Club × Black Goes First

Today, global creative agency Anomaly launches a new boundary-breaking initiative, Black Goes First, to raise awareness about implicit bias and to raise funds for the Detroit City Chess Club, one of the largest, longest-standing, predominantly African American competing youth chess clubs in the U.S.

In chess, there is implicit power behind the first and most consequential rule: White goes first. This means White gets a leg up on the game commonly referred to as the “first move advantage.” This rule also represents the unconscious bias and unwritten (and sometimes written) rules in society that directly oppresses and suppresses the Black community in our daily lives, restricting education, access, and opportunity.

Anomaly remains dedicated to addressing implicit bias. As such, the goal of Black Goes First is to inspire a new generation of players to fall in love with the game by building confidence in and access to chess for Black youth, in hopes that they may one day join the ranks of the most skilled players in the world and reach the pinnacle – becoming a Grandmaster. Currently, out of 1721 Grandmasters, only 4 are Black.

“Chess is a game that demands that we truly stop and think about how our minds work and how our thoughts affect reality. The idea of turning a traditional chess rule on its head to illustrate the critical issue of unconscious bias is a powerful way to initiate much needed discussions on this important topic.” Maurice Ashley, International Chess Grandmaster.

In order to help bring awareness to the cause and in support of Black Music Month, Anomaly has partnered with music industry veteran Chaka Zulu and friends, including celebrity chess enthusiasts within the hip hop community to auction a signed premium chessboard with the key new rule: Black Goes First. The predominantly black, 14″ x 14″ x 1″ board is made from a beautiful matte black composite stone. The rule change, engraved in stone, faces each player, front and center. This campaign launches today and the Auction goes live on June 17 ahead of Juneteenth via BlackGoesFirst.com. Iconic hip-hop superstars JAY-Z and RZA, NBA legend Carmelo Anthony, and chess Grandmaster Maurice Ashley have committed their signatures to further elevate the idea.

“Hip Hop Culture has a love affair with the game of chess and they’ve been intertwined for years. In my home, we’ve always played Black Goes First. The music, the game, and the culture build character and critical life skills that are required for the progress and survival of Black youth yesterday, today, and tomorrow.” Chaka Zulu, chess enthusiast and music industry veteran.

Anomaly’s Black Goes First campaign aims to awaken people to blatant unconscious bias in chess and life, while amplifying and supporting the next generation of Black chess champions by donating 100% of all funds raised to the Detroit City Chess Club and setting a new standard for equitable community campaigns.

“Radically centering equity and service, Anomaly’s Black Goes First campaign uniquely challenges implicit bias and inequitable campaign models that don’t work directly with and for the communities they seek to engage. BGF is a campaign designed in support of and in partnership with the Black community to support Black youth. The campaign employs 100% Black influencer/celebrity support, and 100% of profits from the auction will be donated to the Detroit City Chess Club.” Kristi Henderson, Global Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Anomaly.

Find out more about the auction and the project, and check out the film at the website: BlackGoesFirst.com.

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Five Upgrades To Improve Your Motorcycle’s Safety

Motorcycles enjoy such a high demand from their consumer base that they’ve become part of American culture. Moto sports, dirt bike racing, and motorcycle clubs are a testament to the love that people have for these nimble vehicles. However, there’s no denying the fact that motorcycles account for a significant percentage of fatalities in vehicular accidents.

Their speed and maneuverability come at the cost of protection and durability. With this in mind, it’s important to keep in mind that the best upgrades are those that mitigate these drawbacks. Here are five upgrades that will improve your motorcycle’s safety.

Better Tires

Tires are the only part of a motorcycle that should ever make contact with the ground while riding, and they are directly responsible for traction while navigating corners and curves. Performance tires are thicker than stock tires, which means they have a greater surface area for gripping the road. While they can indeed be expensive, it’s easy to mitigate their cost by selling your stock tires, which are also in high demand.

Performance Brakes

Performance brakes go best with performance tires because motorcycles  need better traction to take advantage of the improved braking power without losing control. Brakes aren’t only meant to stop a motorcycle, they also help maintain control while driving through sharp curves and corners. This is especially true for anti-lock braking systems which apply varying brake pressure to both wheels to ensure that speed is reduced without sacrificing control of the motorcycle. Anything that reduces the risk of crashing makes your motorcycle that much safer.

LEDs

The primary cause of motorcycle accidents is that motorcycles are difficult to see, especially in low light, because of their narrow frames. More often than not, motorcycle collisions occur because the motorists weren’t aware of the other. Motorcycle LEDs can make it easier to see riders, whether it’s by using daytime running lights or through the advantages of an LED license plate. Being seen is just as important as being able to see your surroundings.

Performance Windshields

Performance windshields don’t just keep the wind off your face while speeding down the highway. They are also angled in a manner that significantly improves the aerodynamics of the motorcycle. This minimizes drag and maintains traction at high speeds and it helps keep the motorcycle stable. Performance windshields also indirectly improve fuel efficiency, acceleration, and overall engine performance.

Frame Guards

Finally, while the first four upgrades are aimed at minimizing the risk of crashing, frame guards are meant to protect your motorcycle engine and your limbs during a crash. Frame guards are attachments that keep your motorcycle frame from making contact with the ground during a fall or crash. Engine and frame repairs are extremely expensive and sometimes, you may even be better off by simply buying a new motorcycle. Frame guards are an inexpensive and widely-available preventive measure.

Motorcycles are inherently dangerous. In fact, the matter of a crash ought to be treated more as an eventuality rather than a possibility. These upgrades are some of the best ways to mitigate this inherent danger and they should be among the first upgrades that motorists should consider investing in.

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Georgel × No PutX

Today, queer singer, songwriter, and “funky Mexicano soul” Georgel released his new single “No PutX – Spotify Singles” together with Molotov’s vocalist Tito Fuentes.

“NO PUTX – Spotify Singles” was selected as the first Pride Spotify Exclusive Single by a Mexican Artist. The track is a neo hip-hop that talks about the homophobia and hypocrisy of Latin society in a satirical way, and reaffirms the empowerment of an LGBTQIA+ demonstration that demands equality and justice.

In 1997, legendary Mexican band Molotov released the song “Puto” to a very different audience from the one that exists in 2021. Originally a song of criticism towards Mexican politicians, it became a shadow of homophobia, characteristic of Mexico and Latin America. Now, the word ‘puto’ is forced to redefine itself, since there is no longer any place for criticism for sexual identity or gender identity.

“By bringing attention to the real origin of words such as  ‘puto’ or ‘maricón,’ hopefully this song will contribute to the eradication of their use in our vocabulary,” Georgel said. In Georgel’s mind, the only way to achieve it, was by getting together with “Puto’s” original creator, Molotov’s lead vocalist Tito Fuentes, and together write a song that made clear that ‘PUTO’ is no way to refer to anybody, especially any member of the LGBTQIA+ community.

For Molotov, this is a way to reaffirm their own commitment to support and stand in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community.

The music video, which premiered exclusively on Billboard, is a visual masterpiece that shows Georgel fiercely confronting different scenarios of torture similar to many conversion therapy methods. “I wanted to make a short music film about the the many different forms of abuse that members of the LGTBQIA+ community suffer, and how a ‘simple slur’ such as ‘puto’ can torture a human spirit,” Georgel said.

With “No Putx – Spotify Singles,” Georgel is taking back a word that was used to hurt him, and removing its power over him. He’s turning it into any other word by removing the taboo, stigma, and the negative connotation that it has, that way, it won’t have power over anyone. “The only thing that’s ‘puto’ is the ‘puto’ machismo” Georgel says.

STREAM EXCLUSIVELY ON SPOTIFY HERE.

WATCH THE VIDEO ON BILLBOARD HERE

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Seven Remarkable Wall Decor Ideas to Cheer up Your Space

Living in a space with dull walls is not only uninteresting, but it can also negatively affect moods or trigger physiological reactions. Unfortunately, there is minimal research on the factors that prompt the human mind’s response to different environments.

However, a recent analysis depicts that different reactions probably originate from an individual’s culture or previous experiences. For instance, while most western countries view white color as a sign of purity, it signifies sorrow or grief to easterners.

All in all, no matter the wall colors, there is a whole load of decoration tactics that can beautifully add style and bring life to your space. Keep following as we define seven imperative tactics you should experiment on your walls.

1. Put together Gallery Walls

Creating gallery walls is one of the simplest ways to bring out a particular style in a room. All you require is your favorite art collection, frame hooks, and a hammer. At times arranging art pieces can be an intimidating experience if you place them on a blank wall.

In such a situation, avoid making a jumbled display but neatly use cohesive frames to hang your pieces. In addition, mix an assortment of artworks with souvenirs and mementos. One impressive strategy is to lengthen the gallery upwards to create an illusion of a bigger space.

2. Paint Murals

Murals in bright colors instantly create a distinctive euphoria when painted on a wall. Also, with increased attractiveness on a space, the inhabitants may feel more animated and relaxed. Likewise, murals depict fantastic storylines and give the audience a chance to relate up close with the artistic minds.

Before investing in a mural, share your thoughts with an expert on what you hope to achieve. Altogether, ensure that they create a nice design that speaks volumes and exhibits your desires. Note that you can either paint directly on the wall or buy a mural hanging for the same effect.

3. Introduce Mirrors

Well-positioned mirrors lighten up a room and make it appear larger. This works pretty well in compromised spaces where the reflection from artificial or natural light plays tricks on the human eye.

Additionally, mirrors symbolize water which can help create a balance and positive energy in a room. For a more dramatic effect, hang your mirrors over the hearth to soften the burning fire element. Also, place them at your entrance ways to make your guests feel more at home.

4. Hang Living Plants

Placing decorative plants indoors enhances a room appeal and naturally helps to clean indoor air through photosynthesis. For a better view, use mounted planters or suspend them with ropes and chains.

If possible, seek effective purifying plants like peace lilies and spider plants for a healthier living space. Do not forget to water your plants often and place them near a source of light to thrive better.

5. Attach Shelves

Shelving enlivens overall home décor while making it appear less cluttered. With extra space created, use it to place souvenirs, sculptures, or other decorative items. Moreover, you can place a few volumes of books or magazines for your guests to indulge in. If need be, add doors to some shelves and create mini storage units for your stuff.

6. Display a Large Art Piece

An oversized image acts as a focal point in a room and creates attention. Brightly colored photos or paintings liven up the living area and brighten the moods of the inhabitants.

Bring in nature scenes or other ideas of your choice in the room by hanging a defining illustration on a strategic part of your wall. The bottom line is to avoid cluttering your space with several images but focus on one that transforms the entire atmosphere.

7. Mount A Television

While most people mount their television for security purposes, this is an incredible way to add value to your walls. Furthermore, mounting makes the room spacious and successfully alters the entire appeal of your space. More importantly, it creates a less cluttered and cleaner atmosphere, especially in condos and small apartments.

Final Advice

There is no way you can pep up your space without touching on the walls. Thankfully, decorating your walls simplifies the entire restoration process and is cost-effective, you do not have to spend huge chunks of money repainting the whole wall space. Instead, pick one effective tactic above and enjoy a whole new experience in your house.

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Brotherhood Crusade Hosts Juneteenth Event

The Brotherhood Crusade invites the community to join us as we celebrate Juneteenth on June 18, 10:30 am 1:30 pm at Crete Academy.

In honor of the historic Juneteenth event, Brotherhood Crusade will host fun and exciting health and wellness activities and provide families with food baskets, backpacks, school supplies, COVID testing and COVID vaccinations to continue our support for the most vulnerable in our community.

The event is free for the whole family. Guests are requested to wear masks and practice social distancing.

For more information on activities, see flyer below or contact Otesha Mosley Bremond at omosley-bremond@brotherhoodcrusade.org or Stacy Hill Williams at 323-846-1649.

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HOT•BED × SUMMERHOUSE

HOT•BED is pleased to present SUMMERHOUSE, an open call exhibition curated around the idea of escapism. Featuring 58 contemporary artists working in sculpture, painting, photography and mixed media, curator Bryan Hoffman invites visitors who seek a distraction from daily life to engage in a fantasy. After a year of upheaval and transformational cultural shifts, this artistic oasis is designed to let people take a beat, reconnect and prepare to emerge into a new world. SUMMERHOUSE will be on view from June 19 – August 21, 2021 with an opening event on June 19, 2021 at 6-9pm. To RSVP, please visit our website.

In the last year of social distancing, the natural world has become an even more necessary part of the lives of urban dwellers. HOT•BED is creating an inner-city summer escape teeming with horticulture — bringing the essence of the outdoors inside, and honoring the offerings and delicate ecosystems of nature. This is a place to explore, relax, and forget the bustle of the city amid lush greenery and art. The immersive gallery experience will include towering trees and palms — nature’s original shade structures — as well as additional covered spaces designed as cool, shady places to relax and unwind.

The artists featured in the show employ a wide variety of mediums and styles to evoke an aesthetically bold sense of the season. Among those represented are fiber artist Caitlin McCormick, whose intricate mixed media pieces combine embroidery with sculptural elements; Tom McFarland, who is best known for his textured string sculptures and geometric compositions; photographer Don Bell whose Aerial Isolation series captures extreme social distancing through aerial landscape photographs; Kay Seohyung Lee’s Hellscapes series consisting of hyper-detailed illustrations and painting; and many more.

Each nature-inspired work provides a unique take on escapism, evoking the ambiance of summertime spent in the outdoors. Together they present a luminous and playful immersive experience that replicates a temporary departure from urban living and builds a deeper sense of community. The exhibition also sparks the nostalgic feeling that comes with the end of the season. A gathering place of respite, reconnection, and joy, SUMMERHOUSE encourages visitors to eat, drink, and be merry. As the days get longer and more leisurely, this exhibition is the perfect seasonal reprieve.

SUMMERHOUSE will have conjunctive event programming throughout the course of the exhibition, including a residency by Lino Kino, a Philadelphia-based media arts collective, in MICRO•GALLERY. Lino Kino will transform the space into the home of their internet art TV channel, LKTV, hosted on Twitch. MICRO•GALLERY will become a multi-use production and broadcast studio that serves as the focal point to spontaneous broadcasts including live music, DJ sets, current events, cultural commentary, performance art, dance, comedy, and the strange and uncategorizable. LKTV will be open to the public for viewing during gallery hours beginning on July 24 until the end of the exhibition. For more information and additional updates on SUMMERHOUSE events, please visit our website’s current events page.

Featured Artists:

Albo Jeavons, Alex Spragens, Alicia Finger, Alissa Eberle, Andre Rubin, Anastasia Vasiliadis, Ashley Catharine Smith, Barbara Handler, Barbara Sosson, Bernadette Calnon-Buote, Bradford Carmichael, Brandon Fisher, Caitlin McCormack, Chau Nguyen, Christl Stringer, Christopher Richards, Colleen Rudolf, Connor McCabe, Don Bell, Drew Austin, Emilio Maldonado, Emma Keller, Frank DePietro, Isabella Akhtarshenas, Jason Koons, Jennye Stubblefield, Jill Allen, Julia Hyun Bin Kim, Julie Waltz-Stalker, Karen Kieser, Kay Seohyung Lee, Keith R Breitfeller, Kriss Olsen, Lauren Whearty, Lenna Keshishian, Linda Dubin Garfield, Lori Thomson, Marguerita Hagan, Mär Martinez, Maureen Drdak, Megan McManus, Michael DeLuca, Mikhail Haramati, Nancy Agati, Orlando Saverino-Loeb, Timothy Gierschick II, Paula Cahill, Peter Frantz, Phyllis Anderson, Rebecca Saylor Sack, Sally Richards, Samuel Solomon, Sophie Najjar, Stan Smokler, Susan Stefanski, Timothy Magenta, Tom McFarland and Tyler Kline.

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MediaCo’s New Chief Executive Officer

MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ: MDIA), owner of HOT 97, WBLS, and Fairway Outdoor, announced today that Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay has been named Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2021. Mr. Lindsay most recently served as Executive Vice President, Urban One. He brings over twenty years of successful leadership experience across media, television, and advertising to MediaCo.& As CEO, Lindsay will be responsible for setting MediaCo’s overall strategic vision and expanding its radio and outdoor divisions with an emphasis on transforming the digital business.

“Rahsan-Rahsan is a talented and dedicated leader with the right strategic vision, relentless drive, and passion for media required to lead the MediaCo team at this critical time. He forged his career at the intersection of technology and media, and his vast experience and keen perspective will be invaluable in taking the company into the future,” said MediaCo Board Director Laura Lee.

Lindsay has spent the past nine years at Urban One, Inc., where he oversaw advertising sales, integrated marketing, and sales operations for TV One and sister network CLEO TV, which he helped launch in 2019. In 2020, he took over the role as head of iOne Digital ad sales and One Solution, Urban One’s cross-platform marketing group, as well as One X Studios, the branded content production arm of Urban One. Prior to joining TV One in 2011, Lindsay spent nearly eight years in Ad Sales for Viacom Media Networks, focused on new business development for MTV, Comedy Central, Spike, CMT, and TV Land. He also served as VP of Ad Sales for MTV2, mtvU, and Palladia.

Passionate about serving the community and grooming the next generation of leaders, in his spare time Lindsay serves as the co-chair of the Board of Directors for The Brotherhood/Sister Sol, a Harlem-based nonprofit organization.

“The opportunity to work with iconic brands like HOT 97 and WBLS is just too good to pass up,” said Lindsay. “I see a number of potential ways to further cultivate both brands, build on their well-established legacies, and drive new revenue streams. I’m also energized by the opportunity to leverage the Fairway footprint in a way that helps fulfill the MediaCo mission to connect with broader audiences.”

MediaCo’s newly formed senior management team is poised to drive future success, comprised of capable leaders who bring a collaborative spirit and a necessary focus on future strategy. As part of MediaCo’s strategic realignment, Bradford Tobin was also recently named President and Chief Operating Officer.

“Brad is a seasoned and trusted leader who consistently delivers results. He is uniquely qualified to drive strategic prioritization and accountability within MediaCo, with a laser focus on operational excellence,” said Soo Kim, MediaCo’s lead investor.

Prior to joining MediaCo in August 2020, Tobin served as General Counsel/Chief Compliance Officer for Standard Diversified Inc., and General Counsel/SVP for RadioShack, where he established a proven track record for building and managing high-growth sales organizations. In his current role, Tobin leads business operations for MediaCo, including rapidly scaling digital capabilities and aligning the organization’s innovation engine.

“I’m proud to be a part of MediaCo’s executive team and thrilled to help lead the company into its next phase of innovation as we focus on building a 360 media experience for consumers,” said Tobin.

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PineappleCITI × Klein × LordQuest

Today, Red Bull Records artist and rapper pineappleCITI teams up with hip-hop MC Serious Klein and producer LordQuest for the release of their single, “All My Shots.”

Out now via Red Bull Records, the single serves as the official theme song of the 2021 Red Bull Half Court, a global, high-octane 3on3 basketball tournament that tips off in more than 20 countries. Kicking off with a bouncing bassline, pineappleCITI runs the chorus with a soulful melody while Serious Klein spits heavy-hitting verses with quick-witted lyricism. A slam dunk of a single, “All My Shots” melds both artists’ styles with LordQuest’s sleek and stylish production, making for a victorious and must-listen collaboration.

Red Bull Half Court is currently underway, and tournaments continue through August. For more information visit their website.

For pineappleCITI, rhymes and raps spring right from the heart as she approaches each song, project, album, and show with equal reverence for nineties East Coast storytelling and old-school Motown catharsis. Endorsed early on by The FADER, PAPER, Complex, and Billboard, in addition to being labeled one of the ‘25 Underrated Female Rappers’ by Okayplayer, the New Jersey-born MC provides a simultaneously unique and universal perspective to her music. With a focus on songs that feature motivational lyricism and powerful messages, she has released a number of recent singles, including “Recognize,” “Believe,” and “Lift Me Up,” the latter of which was dedicated to the Black Lives Matter movement and victims of police brutality.

Kelvin Boakye AKA Serious Klein is an English rapping MC that has emerged out of the underground hip-hop scene in Germany. His debut EP, The Serious Outlook in 2012 put Klein on the map in his small German city. His following EPs The Introduction in 2015 and Summer 03’s Problem in 2016 gained Klein more popularity within his local market and a new found recognition in the US & UK. His sound, which he describes as ‘art rap,’ is an eclectic mix of jazz, rap, hip-hop, trap, and soul. His intrinsically diverse sound stems from his love of music of all kinds and is heavily influenced by artists ranging from 2Pac to Luther Vandross. 2016 brought Serious in contact with international artists such as Denzel Curry, Mick Jenkins, The Underachievers, and Bryson Tiller, some of who he supported on European tour dates. Support from The FADER, COLORS, Majestic Casual, REVOLT, Complex, and more are signs that this young artist is one to keep an eye on.

Born in Ghana and based in Toronto, LordQuest is an urban and pop producer. His unique approach to production fuses elements of old/new school hip-hop, soul, jazz, funk, and electronic music. He’s worked with and has cut songs with Schoolboy Q, Talib Kweli, Dom Kennedy, Jordin Sparks, Raekwon, SiR, and more.

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Online Casino × Best Gaming Experience

Slots with the best gaming experience online

When you go to an online casino, you will find plenty of slot games to play. These can be great fun to try your luck on and also, there are some massive cash prizes to be won. Let’s take a look at some of the slots that can give you the best gaming experience online.

Call of Duty 4

You may be familiar with Call of Duty, the popular video game, but it’s made its way to the slot world as well. It has repeated its success with a series of slot games. The fourth in the series has been a big hit and that’s not the easiest of tasks as there’s the job of keeping the games fresh.

This five-reel game has 25 paylines and the symbols will be familiar to  those who have played the original video game. There are some exciting bonus features and big cash prizes to be won, so a great gaming experience is available here.

Game of Thrones

There was so much to like about the television series and turning it into a slot game was perhaps inevitable. It makes up for the ending of the show and there’s even the opportunity given to choose which of the great Houses of Westeros that you can be a member of.

Fans of the show will be in seventh heaven with the excellent symbols and the theme song being constantly played. Lots of free spins to be won too, so a great time lies ahead.

Hitman

If the Hitman  (aka Agent 47) has you in your sights, be scared, very scared. Thankfully, slot players are immune from the fear of being one of his targets. Instead, they can sit back and enjoy playing this Microgaming slot.

It has a rather moody look to it with plenty of weapons as its symbols. 18 free spins can be won and there’s some great cash prizes to be won. It’s all so different from the days when the symbols were pieces of fruit with small amounts to be won.

Upon joining an online casino, there are typically very lucrative welcome offers that can be received, as a thank you from the operator for you joining their platform and community. These are incentives to register with a site in a highly competitive industry. Often free spins will be part or all of the welcome offer. These don’t just give you the opportunity to win some money (not massive amounts as winnings are often capped) but the chance to learn how to play games you might not be too familiar with.

A good method to test online slots is to use free spin offers such as these to get your feel for the game, see if it suits your play style and find out if lady luck is on your side! Current day slot games can be very complex with their bonus games, wilds, scatter symbols and thousands of ways to get a win. Playing a game with some free spins allows you to find out more about how they work. This can protect your real cash balance and hopefully teach you the skills that will help you when using your own money.