[Watch] Check Out Nardwuar and ?uestlove's 46-minute Interview

Nardwuar the Human Serviette is loved by many, conducting interviews intelligently and offering plenty of gifts to those lucky musicians. On the other hand, there are many people out there who can't stand the quirky Canadian. In this particular case, though, I urge everyone to press play. Nardwuar recently interviewed ?uestlove (of The Roots and Jimmy Fallon fame), with the whole interview lasting a mind-boggling 46 minutes. During their time together the two discuss a ton of different topics, and you'll likely learn a lot from these knowledgeable gentleman. Check it out below.

[Watch] Chilly Gonzales Discusses His Collaboration with Daft Punk

Daft Punk continue their video series "The Collaborators," bringing in producer and multi-instrumentalist Chilly Gonzales to discuss his time with the robotic duo. Chilly took his talents to help Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo develop key changes and harmonies as well as chord progressions on several of the tracks featured on Random Access Memories. It's an interesting watch. Check it out below.

If you've yet to watch any of "The Collaborators" videos, the previous five have featured Giorgio Moroder, Todd Edwards, Nile Rodgers, Pharrell Williams and Animal Collective's Panda Bear.

[News] Mayer Hawthorne Announces New Album 'Where Does This Door Go'

Mayer Hawthorne is back with another album full of soulful croons and funk ballads. Following up 2011's How Do You Do is his third album entitled Where Does This Door Go, which will be released on July 16th. Featuring production from Pharrell Williams and more, this new LP sees Hawthorne growing up and exploring "a journey into the unknown. As a musician, you’re only as good as your next record, and you never know what’s through that next door."

For now, all we have is an album announcement trailer featuring footage from The Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Alice in Wonderland and several other films. While not confirmed to be on the album, there's a good chance Hawthorne's recent funk jam "Designer Drug" might make an appearance. Stream it below.

[Watch] Empire of the Sun - "Alive" (Video)

Emperor Steele and Lord Littlemore traverse a desert canyon in Empire of the Sun's new video for "Alive." As their journey progresses, they are joined by like-minded followers. Watch as they don ridiculous outfits and show the true power of a harmonized chorus and a dance beat.

Empire of the Sun's sophomore album Ice on the Dune is out on June 18th.

[Listen] She & Him - 'Volume 3' (Full Album Stream)

In between being a New Girl and that girl the majority of guys think is cute in an annoying kind of way, Zooey Deschanel likes to make sweet, sweet music with M. Ward under the name of She & Him. Next week, they'll release Volume 3 on Merge Records and it's sure to make your knees weak and your heart melt. Well, it might do, if you're into folky original compositions from Zooey along with a few covers for good measure. The album can be pre-ordered on their website ahead of release and below you can stream it in full courtesy of NPR.

[Watch] Crystal Castles - "Affection" (Official Video)

Crystal Castles have released an interesting visual to sit alongside "Affection". It's made up entirely of footage taken while they were on tour in South America. It's then been spliced together Stephen Agnew after Alice was filmed by Ethan, Crystal Castles were filmed by Chris Chartrand, the bands live drummer, and Ashley McMinn was filmed by Marc Pannozzo a long time Crystal Castles video collaborator. The result is a blur of intoxication and frantic performances. Perfect for the beautiful, moody melody of the track.

"Affection" is set for it's official release on the 10th of June in the UK and will feature bonus material. We'll let you know what that bonus material is as and when we have it!

[Listen] The D.O.T. - 'Diary' (Full Album Stream)

I think we all were a bit bummed when Mike Skinner called an end to The Streets. That's probably why we've been a little antsy about getting hold of the second album from Mr. Skinner and Rob Harvey, previously of The Music. Under their moniker of The D.O.T, Next week they'll finally release Diary, but as is the norm these days, you can stream the album in full prior to release next Monday (May 6th) on Cooking Vinyl. Check out the record that mixes together a bit of this and a bit of that below via NME. 

[Watch] Nicolas Jaar Live at the Boiler Room in NYC

Nicolas Jaar's label Clown + Sunset teamed up with Red Bull Music Academy to throw a party at the Boiler Room in New York. Good quality footage of Jaar's entire DJ set have surfaced, and it's nearly 50 minutes of minimalist electronic goodness. If you've got the craving for that kind of thing (I know I do), then hit play and get lost in the music.