Torres spoke with Digital Trends for Record Store Day 2018 about working on vinyl releases for newer acts like Lil Yachty and Migos, the evolution of the vinyl format, and how vinyl has become as much of a fashion accessory as it is a musical experience. The 10 best albums for Record Store DayĪndre Torres, Vice President of Urban Catalog at Universal Music Enterprises and self-proclaimed vinyl enthusiast, heads the Urban Legends initiative.One of Urban Legends critical missions is simple: bring vinyl appreciation to more of the people raised in the iPod and Spotify era. Think Jack Black’s character from High Fidelity, but with less self-aggrandizing condescension and more of a focus on spreading knowledge.

The outfit sells vinyl and cassette tapes of classic hip-hop albums from Universal Music Group’s immense urban catalog and offers up in-depth, historical context with those same records. Urban Legends is an online editorial/e-commerce hybrid platform launched in November 2017 by Universal Music Enterprises. Via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.Share Andre Torres, Vice President of Urban Catalog at Universal Music Enterprises Image used with permission by copyright holder

Their inspiring legacies are intertwined with the melodies, breathing life into the EP that pays tribute to their tireless struggle and unwavering spirit. Each track on the EP is named after four remarkable women from the Arab world, whose dedication and efforts have made significant strides in the fight for women's rights: Durriya Shafik, Zaynab al-Ghazzali, Nawal el-Saadawi, and Fatima Mernissi.

Through Muharib the artist explores and delves into the concepts of strength and femininity, weaving a sonorous homage to them. It honours and celebrates their ability to resist injustice, embrace their empowerment, and their feminine essence. This musical project created by the Barcelona - based artist Wará is a special tribute to the courage and determination of women in the Arabic world.

Urban legends launches its new release a four-track EP, under the name 'Muharib', which means 'warrior' in Arabic.

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