The Culture Of Me — The collaborative project from dubstep pioneers Skream, Benga and Artwork dubbed Magnetic Man aren’t really news in that they’ve already released an EP about eighteen months ago, but now with the release of their eponymous debut full length, with... more info

Guardian Music — The American musician and actor discusses his love of technology that seamlessly works its way into your lifeWhat's the most expensive piece of technology you've ever owned?The most I ever spent on technology is building a studio – I built one at h... more info

Guardian Music — (RCA)Barack Obama's "Yes we can" campaign didn't just inspire the US electorate. Six-time Grammy-winning soul singer John Legend and fellow Philadelphians the Roots are attempting preserve the mood of change with an album of soulful protest music fro... more info

ContactMusic — John Legend wants to record less "polished" tracks for his next album.The 'Save Room' singer thinks most modern songs on the radio sound very autotuned and for his... more info

ContactMusic — John Legend purposefully avoided doing "karaoke" covers on his 'Wake Up!' album.The 'Ordinary People' singer recently collaborated with musician Questlove and his... more info

Guardian Music — (Columbia)When any underground genre encroaches on the mainstream, certain things happen. Purists will invariably complain. Those who feel ownership of a scene will decry the cheapening of something they hold dear. They will accuse the crossover merc... more info

The Telegraph — A classic-soul reincarnation has occurred, by way of Philadelphia. more info

NME - The Daily Download — Here are the best musical downloads on the web this week, including two EPs, some remixes and some original tracks. Enjoy, and share your thoughts below. 1. John Legend & The Roots– ‘Wake Up’ (Arcade Fire Cover) Here’s an unexpected cover. T... more info

We All Want Someone To Shout For — I didn’t expect to see a new G.O.O.D. Friday song this week considering two songs from Kanye’s album were leaked, and he even said there would be none. Well, he actually came through despite everything that he said. Truly shows that Kanye really ... more info

Stereogum — Having promised to cancel G.O.O.D. Friday after a hacker (?) leaked the apparently unfinished Bon Iver-sampling “Lost In The World,” this morning Yeezy forgave the Internet and tweeted a new song anyway. Thanks Kanye! I’ll toast to your non-dou... more info