After 17 years, French Montana and Max B have revisited their collaborative Coke Wave mixtape series. Following Max B’s release from prison after serving a 16-year sentence, the duo has released Coke Wave 3.5: Narcos. This new installment follows previous mixtapes released in 2009 (Coke Wave), as well as Coke Wave 2 and Coke Wave 4 in 2019.
New Music from Winged Wheel
Winged Wheel, a band comprised of members from Sonic Youth, Tyvek, Matchess, and others, has released their third album, Desert So Green. The band formed due to the geographical distance between its six members—Whitney Johnson, Cory Plump, Matthew J. Rolin, Steve Shelley, Lonnie Slack, and Fred Thomas—and relies on remote file-trading for collaboration. Desert So Green is described as more aggressive than their previous album, Big Hotel, and is positioned as a strong entry point for new listeners.
Zach Bryan Releases New Album
Zach Bryan has released a new album, With Heaven on Top.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Coke Wave series?
The Coke Wave series is a collection of mixtapes launched 17 years ago by French Montana and Max B. Coke Wave 3.5: Narcos is the fourth installment in the series.
Who are the members of Winged Wheel?
Winged Wheel consists of Whitney Johnson, Cory Plump, Matthew J. Rolin, Steve Shelley, Lonnie Slack, and Fred Thomas, with members hailing from bands including Sonic Youth, Tyvek, and Matchess.
How does Winged Wheel collaborate?
Due to the geographical distance between members, Winged Wheel collaborates by trading files remotely and refining arrangements after tracking the music.
What role does collaboration play in the current music landscape, and how do artists navigate the challenges of creating together across distances?
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