I remember, vaguely, the talk in Hanover High School when it was became known that Ben Ruttner, a couple years younger than I, had found success as a DJ. Christened in the music world "B-Roc," there was talk of opening for DJ Shadow and Beyonce. But these were the days of punk rock and Biggie and I turned my attention to more saccharine diversions. Flash forward to now: you can imagine my happy surprise when I discovered that Mr. Ruttner, along with James "JPatt" Patterson, was one of the two core members of the DJ duo the Knocks. He's also [...]
This week, I had lots of trouble with this stupid facebook, everything they're changing turns worse...BUT without it I would have never got in touch with Andrea. Andrea is a part of The Criime, a Luxembourgish/Italian producer duo. Lately he was tellin me that they're giving out their new track JackyFive for free. These guys already had releases on Top Billin and Get Flavor so I was quite eager. And well they used that infamous Jackson Five sample, I would have never recognized it if he wasn't tellin me haha. Really great tune, buddys, check their [...]
So 1/2 of Chiddy Bang, Xaphoon Jones, dropped a mixtape a little bit ago. The tape is solid top to bottom, and if you are a big XJ fan you can snag it here. I thought it would be nice to pick a few favorites to give you guys the flavor of what this mixtape is all about. First off you've got a mashup of Passion Pit's "Sleepyhead" with "I Want You Back". Add in Xaphoon's clap happy style and you have a super upbeat party jam. Then you've got his unique take on Ellie Goulding's "Lights". That [...]
ElectroSound - Tightrope ABC's [ mp3 ] Janelle Monae ft Big Boi - Tightrope Jackson Five - ABC seriouzzzz grooverrrrr
Happy New Year one and all, hope we're all well and the hangovers aren't too painful, if they are then get yourself some 'Bru and a roll n' sausage down you, it'll do you the world of good. As it's the that time of the yea when the blogosphere makes their tips for 2011, there will be one lady who will undoubtedly be topping a few Scottish tipsters lists, a certain young Rachel Sermanni. Here's a couple of couple of covers she recorded last year for your listening pleasure.... Rachel Sermanni-I Want You Back [...]
Sun Kil Moon - I'll Be There [Jackson Five] | zs
I'm never wrong. One time, I thought I was wrong, but I was mistaken. Henrik Schwarz is best known for his deep jazzy arrangements and clear pure sounds. Every single sound in his productions can be heard clearly. In his tribute to the King of Pop, Schwarz blends the world´s of Disco Emotion, House Building and Detroit Technoicism like no one else and not often heard anymore in this style, depths, complexness and rhythimc power. Second song of the day , [...]
Ginger Williams is an art graduate who specializes in painting and figurative renderings. She's also made a collection of Nesting Dolls that feature famous celebrities. Her Golden Girls version of the dolls have gathered a lot of attention on the Net, but there's many others. [ Click thumbnails for a larger image ] [...]
THE REMIXES - PART 8 - THE KNOCKS This week The Knocks release, on Heavy Roc Records , their own original work with the single Blackout . It's given us a chance to reflect upon their body of work to date and when you check out their numerous remixes we think you'll agree they deserve to join the lofty ranks on our remix specials. You can judge for yourselves by browsing our previous seven selections, with posts that include remix catalogues by: Starsmith , The Shoes , [...]
Some people are mad at how boy bands and metal bands are pretty much indistinguishable these days. Not us. We're big fans of Dillinger Escape Plan's Justin Timberlake cover; and... Support indie media! Read the rest at thephoenix.com . . .
brooklyn-based & milwake-bred, french horn rebellion are brother-duo robert & david perlick-molinari, & have been putting out some killer synth neo-disco tunes and some awesome remixes. their debut album is due out this summer, but in the meantime take a listen to the handful of shimmery electro-romps they have floating around - keep your eyes peeled for these two! Beaches and Friends (Hey Champ remix)- French Horn Rebellion Beaches and Friends (The Twelves Remix)- Database vs. French Horn Rebellion Get it [...]
Catch up with the Jackson brothers via a Twitterview on Sunday, January 10th at 10pm/9c! Jackie , Tito , Jermaine , and Marlon will be answering questions submitted by fans, so be sure to follow both @AETelevision and @ALLJACK5ONS Behind the headlines lies a captivating family, whose lives have been unwillingly played out before cameras for decades. After 40 years in the business together, Jackie, Jermaine, Tito and Marlon have sold more than [...]
When it starts to get close Christmas takes on an otherworldly, nightmarish quality, especially when you're going in and out of stores searching for that "perfect" gift. One thing I hate is getting requests for Christmas - in other words, "if you are gonna get me a gift, get me this ..." Hey do I look like friggin' Santa Claus? I was in a store the other day and went into a "Twin Peaks" -like dream state. Hoo, I was afraid that little dancing dwarf guy was gonna come out as Santa Claus! Scary. Let's cut through the [...]
Is it too early for some crossdressing news? LILY ALLEN has been appearing on stage in a variety of skimpy costumes for the last year. But she looked as if she'd raided boyfriend SAM COOPER's wardrobe before this gig at the O2 in Dublin on Tuesday. Yes, Gordon reports this morning that Lily Allen is "all boy-ed up" . By which he means she's wearing a waistcoat (surely unisex since about 1923) and a hat. Still, at least he didn't get Rhodri Philips to write up the outfit - [...]
When it starts to get close Christmas takes on an otherworldly, nightmarish quality, especially when you're going in and out of stores searching for that "perfect" gift. One thing I hate is getting requests for Christmas - in other words, "if you are gonna get me a gift, get me this ..." Hey, what do I look like, friggin' Santa Claus? I was in a store the other day and went into a "Twin Peaks" -like dream state. Hoo, I was afraid that little dancing dwarf guy was gonna come out as Santa Claus! Let's cut through the [...]
Jer Coons - I Want You Back (Jackson 5) His debut album Speak came out in September, and right now he is finishing his first national tour in California with shows. He played San Diego's House of Blues last night and is in LA for a show at The Mint tonight. (Passes available). Jer, who turned 21 on this tour, returns home to Burlington, VT before his next appearance at the Ann Arbor Folk Festival on Jan. 29 with Iron & Wine, Ben Gibbard, and Jay Farrar. Jer Coons Live [...]
I'm in the midst of reading Nick Hornby's High Fidelity which features music centrally as it tells the tale of Rob, the thoughtful and confused record storeowner. There are references to songs, albums, and artists throughout, but one chapter in particular struck me as particularly loaded with great tracks. It's chapter seven, in which he describes his past experience as a DJ: For a couple of years, at the end of the eighties, I was a DJ at a club in Kentish Town…I was a good DJ, I think. At any rate, people seemed happy; they danced, stayed [...]
I think I can spot a problem here , 3AM Girls: Jackson 5 reunion as easy as ABC ... alhough you could possibly pull it off with a shovel and some string.
Anyone catch the new South Park last nite? It was all about the hype around dead celebrities. Funny stuff. You can watch it here. The big target was Michael Jackson, and his desire to be a young white girl. I didn't even know he died!!!! Where was I when this happened? Did it even get covered in the media? Reminds me of this riddle: Q- What's the difference between Neil Armstrong and Michael Jackson? [...]
Music journalist digs up what may be the first recording by Michael Jackson and his brothers
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