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  • Music Videos,  New Music,  New Releases,  Premiere

    Majid Jordan Go On Sweet Escape With Khalid On New Single, ‘Caught Up’!

    July 24, 2019 /

    My forever faves Majid Jordan are back at it with their first new song of 2019: “Caught Up“! Following the release of “All Over You” and “Spirit” late last year, the Toronto-bred duo – Majid Al Maskati and Jordan Ullman –…

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  • New Music,  New Releases,  Premiere

    ZHU & Majid Jordan Team Up On Smooth Slow Burner, ‘Coming Home’!

    August 10, 2018 /

    Ugh, it’s a blessed #NewMusicFriday. Two of my longtime faves have joined forces! Following the release of his Tame Impala collaboration “My Life,” as well as new EP, Ringos Desert Pt. 1, mysterious Mind of a Genius producer ZHU has teamed…

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  • Best Of 2017,  Music Videos,  Reviews

    Jon ALi Presents: The Top 20 Music Videos Of 2017!

    December 24, 2017 /

    Hello, it’s me (again). Just yesterday, I worked my way through my Top 50 Albums Of 2017. And now, it’s time lay your eyes on a visual treat: My Top 20 Music Videos of 2017! This list was fairly easy to…

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  • New Music,  New Releases,  Premiere

    Majid Jordan Pick Up The Pace On ‘Space Between’s Sensual Banger, ‘Body Talk’

    October 19, 2017 /

    Majid Jordan are proficient in The Art Of Future Alt-R&B, we know: From everything on their 2014 A Place Like This EP to their eponymous full-length debut last year, they’ve more than proven themselves capable of supplying unapologetically moody, undeniably sexy…

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  • New Music,  New Releases,  Premiere

    Majid Jordan Get Reflective With Dvsn On Dreamy ‘Space Between’ Cut, ‘My Imagination’!

    September 28, 2017 /

    Unless you’re new around these parts, then you probably already know I have much love, admiration and most likely an unhealthy obsession with the guys of Majid Jordan. Ever since they broke out in 2013 with their Drake smash “Hold On,…

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  • Music Videos,  Premiere

    Majid Jordan & PartyNextDoor Debut Neon-Drenched Visual For ‘One I Want’!

    July 13, 2017 /

    “Fifty bands later you the one I want…“ Majid Jordan and PARTYNEXTDOOR connect in real-time in the official music video for their new collaboration “One I Want,” which made its debut back in June and has been on non-stop repeat ever…

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  • New Music,  New Releases,  Premiere

    Majid Jordan Remain Loyal With PartyNextDoor On Sultry New Tune, ‘One I Want’!

    June 15, 2017 /

    Majid Jordan: Round II is coming! Following the release of the a-little-more-personal “Phases” in May, the Toronto duo – Majid Al Maskati and Jordan Ullman – are already back at it with the official follow-up called “One I Want,” which finds…

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  • New Music,  New Releases,  Premiere

    Majid Jordan Get A Little More Personal On New Single, ‘Phases’!

    May 3, 2017 /

    My boys are back!! Ever since Majid Jordan broke out with their 2013 Drake smash “Hold On, We’re Going Home,” the two – Majid Al Maskati and Jordan Ullman (the group’s singer and producer, respectively) – have only continued to impress,…

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  • Best Of 2016,  Music Videos,  Reviews

    Jon ALi Presents: The Top 20 Music Videos Of 2016

    December 21, 2016 /

    Hello, it’s me (again). Just yesterday, I worked my way through my Top 50 Albums Of 2016. And now, it’s time to set your sights on a visual treat: My Top 20 Music Videos of 2016! This list was fairly easy,…

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  • Best Of 2016,  Entertainment,  Reviews

    Jon ALi Presents: The Top 50 Albums of 2016

    December 20, 2016 /

    Ladies, gents, mo’s and hoe’s: We have (almost) reached the end of 2016! If your year was anything like mine, than I am truly sorry and hope you’re seeking help. I kid! In the midst of life’s many expected ups and…

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  • Song of the Week

    Song of the Week: Somewhere Else ‘Move Together’ feat. Majid Jordan!

    May 18, 2016 /

    This week’s Song of the Week comes from brand new duo: Somewhere Else! Producer Illangelo and songwriter Billy Walsh – the masterminds behind Alicia Keys‘ addictive comeback track “In Common” – have come together under new moniker Somewhere Else, and “Move…

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New post by me up on @watchintheknow now, this time diving into @boyuntitled and his new collab with @gess.wav - two amazing talents I’ve been including on my playlists for some time. So happy I could spotlight them in this way. Together they’re magic ✨ LINK IN BIO ✨ to check out the piece and watch the video for “IMPOSTER”!
just gonna drop the rest of this set here 🥰 

Gotta give a proper shout out to bb 📸 @erichartjr for shooting with me. Give him a follow and some love. He’s got a beautiful eye ✨ Then of course my bestie @martin_gregory for styling and getting me to wear things I didn’t think I could ever pull off. Love you both ❤️
throwback w/ 📸 @hellochristophersherman on film💧 // 2021 promises more booty 💦
Play this on loop for the rest of the day for a guaranteed serotonin boost 🥳

Today we celebrate that pumpkins goodbye. We did it kids! LET’S GET LOUD!!!! 🙌🏽
Such a nice surprise from @todolodemass ✨😭✨ Thank you for sharing this gorg sketch with me!! Flattered ❤️ go check out his beautiful work!
I got bangs ✂️ // thank you @davidenychair @davidehairstudio
Hiiii!! It’s baby’s first time in Drag 😅 Meet Miss Jen Ali Bops! My loves @jasminericenyc & @martigcummings got me to do their @watchintheknow makeover series #Dragged over the summer and it was honestly so much fun 🥳 I’ve worked with so many talented drag queens over the last few years as a DJ so this was truly a flip the script moment. I give my girls all the props more than ever - this shit ain’t easy!!

Shout out to the production team @exitfourtv for making this happen as safely as possible and talented bb @brandonmgarr for beating this mug right. I was really feeling the Miss Bops fantasy ✨ You can catch the full version of the episode over at @watchintheknow and on my IGTV now ✨
#TBT It’s been one year since this most pleasing moment with @dualipa 😭 dancing to her now THREE-time Grammy nominated smash “Don’t Start Now” @playhousebarnyc 💥

I’ve had the privilege of spending some quality time with this angel a couple times and she’s been nothing but humble, gracious and generous every single time. I can say the exact same thing for the people she keeps closet on her amazing team (@julianrupert @lorenzoposocco @nawalalalalal etc.). Dua and company deserve all the praise they have tirelessly worked for together ✨❤️✨ let’s get them awards fam!!! 

Love always, “a fan” ❤️
It’s about that time again! 🥳 Back at it with the January edition of #QueerNecessities, my monthly playlist where I catch you up on the latest releases from rising queer talent and fierce allies...

This month features cover star @stachepapi as well as @kyanpalmer, @brandoncolbein, @marshallxyz, @charlief_music, @macleanbrendan, @marinadiamandis, @iamnicopop x @gabereali, @ultranatemusic, @joriannaaaa, @cakesdakilla, @trapcry, @baylimusic, @sienaliggins, @jaredgelman, @naterichx, @wearetwinxl, @bratttty, @kingprincess69, @troyesivan, @juliannehope, @peterthomas, @arlissa, @deliadane, @almondmilkhunni, @the_yvesdropper, @blestjones, @thomboi__, @iamasiahn, @chanellekazadi, @sammykims x @osakepapi, @neo10y, @lisaremar, @_kenzharris, @myylomusic, @samjgarfield & so much more! Subscribe to the playlist now and get familiar with all these artists - LINK IN BIO! 🌈💕🥳 // Text & Design: @heyrooney
sunday reflections~
First playlist drop of the year is here 🥳 Providing you some musical escapism in the form of my January #PressPlay playlist - LINK IN BIO! ✨

Just in case you’re new here... Press Play is my playlist that I’ve been launching every month – aka your opportunity to hear all of the songs I’m currently buzzin’ about in one handy and convenient place. Subscribe to it now and enjoy! ✨😘

Photo set by 📸 @erichartjr // styled by @martin_gregory 

Shirt & Gloves: @balenciaga 
Necklace: @g2ther 
Bracelet: @austin.james.smith
Before we continue moving forward into 2021, I want to take a quick look back at some pop gems that I think deserved a lot more attention in 2020 via @watchintheknow ✨

Here are 15 gems from queer artists that you may have missed in 2020, including @taylaparx @adamlambert @bronzeavery @giawoods @kingprincess69 @vincint @carliehanson @christineandthequeens @keiynanlonsdale @yung.merlot @theaces @cakesdakilla @samsparro @cassidyyking and @reynatheband 💕 LINK IN BIO

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