Starting to get some impressive work from a number of new artists in recent weeks. We promoted Mansion recently as they remixed fellow Canadian duo MSTRKRFT . These guys are getting a good amount of buzz in the electro-house blogosphere. Thus far, the work has been solid. Give their latest tune "Break Back" and leave some comments/feedback. Mansion - Break Back
The four track " Shake It " EP is the first taste of original Trevor Loveys material off the new Tragic Magic label he recently launched with Affie Yusuf. "Byrdy Beatz" and "Shake It" are both big room monsters. Give them a listen and scoop up the full EP ! Trevor Loveys - Byrdy Beatz Trevor Loveys - Shake It BUY THE ENTIRE EP HERE!!!! Here is some footage [...]
Here is some footage and an interview with the Soulwax boys from their recent "The MySpace Secret Show" that we recently promoted. Looks like it was another epic performance! Soulwax: MySpace Secret Shows
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How quickly things progress. Software and hardware based digital DJing has become a standard. The legendary Richie Hawtin has embraced it 110%. Using Traktor he is able to mix, filter, loop, and tweak 4 decks simultaneously. Vinyl purists close your eyes. Cheers to iampennypops for the heads up on this gem.
Scanning through the inbox and came across this remix of MSTRKRFT 's "Bounce" from up and comers Mansion . Toronto, Canada representing big time on this one. Let us know what you think. MSTRKRFT - Bounce (Mansion Remix) MSTRKRFT are hitting the road. Make sure you check them out when they come to your town. Links to get tickets can be found here .
Its been a while since we have received a new remix from our friend ROCCANOVA . Well, he's back. This time he takes on Iceland's Steel Lord . Give it a listen and give him some feedback good or bad in the comments. Steel Lord - You (ROCCANOVA Remix) Here is a video of Steel Lord at their recent visit to LA:
Switch 's Dubsided label has fallen off the radar a bit until now. Buzz worthy producer Duke Dumont comes to the table with " The Dominion Dubs EP ." You have most likely seen the track "Hoy" bouncing around the interweb in recent weeks. One of the standout tunes from this five track EP is "Feltham" that is a James Brown funk inspired chunky house number that will be sure to make its way into sets from top DJs this year. Duke Dumont - Feltham (The Borstal Beat) [...]
Live in LA? Halloween plans? The HARD Haunted Mansion lineup has been announced. Justice (DJ set), Soulwax , Simian Mobile Disco , Deadmau5 , Boys Noize , Crookers , Crystal Castles , Jason Bentley , DJ AM , and Destructo are confirmed. Tickets are on sale now through Groovetickets.com .
A special treat was attached to the latest Mixmag . A mix full of exclusives by Herve . Just got word that he is working some new music with A-Trak now. The guy is a machine! Mixmag Presents: Herve - Partybombs 1.Under The Sun (Hervé's Anit No Sunshine Mix) - Kidda 2.Roll With Winners - Hervé & A-Trak Feat Cadence Weapon 3.How You Like Me Now? (RicoTubb's Bassline Mix) - Beat Monkeys 4.Cheap And Cheerful (Fake Blood Mix) - The Kills [...]
Yes, a lot of Soulwax news here as of late but for good reason. We just got word from their camp that they are set to play the next "MySpace Secret Show" on Friday August 22 in London at Electrowerkz in Islington (7pm local time), an amazing warehouse style venue over 2 floors. The gig is FREE! For your chance to go to the show you need to: - Add this page and Soulwax to your "Top Friends" - Turn up on the day with your profile [...]
It seams that Soulwax isnt the only dynamic duo getting into the documentary game. Justice previewing their film at the Chibuku Party in Manchester on November 8th where they will be playing along with DJ Mehdi , Busy P , So Me , Ivan Smagghe , Optimo Espacio , The Presets , Fake Blood , and Yuksek . Here is a teaser for the film:
Big tune! The Chemical Brothers ..... Soulwax ......Do it. The Chemical Brothers - Hey Boy, Hey Girl (Soulwax Remix) BUY IT HERE!!!!!
Ok....ok...We know there are a ton of remixes of Pjanoo bouncing around but this one stands out from the rest. High Contrast on remix duties, giving Eric Prydz 's original a kick in the ass with some Drum & Bass flavor. Nicely done. Eric Prydz - Pjanoo (High Contrast Club Mix) BUY IT HERE!!!!!
Is there anything musically that these guys don't do well? Pure CD-J mastery. Don't pass up an opportunity to see 2manydjs/Soulwax live if they come to your town. Its special. Cheers to Glenjamn for sharing these!
XLR8R TV continues to impress with their series of interviews. Episode 69 is particularly interesting. Drop the Lime/Curses! (Luca Venezia) has an interesting story. Topics include growing up in New York, gospel choir, Chicago house, and jazz guitar. Intrigued? The reigning "heavy bass champion" music gives us a look inside.
Treasure Fingers was kind enough to give us the heads up on the recent official release of "Cross The Dancefloor" on Fool's Gold Records with remixes from Curses! , Laidback Luke , Chromeo , and Lifelike . You can pick it up at iTunes , Beatport , Juno , and Turntable Lab . The original is an infectious tune that touches on the filtered french sound of the early to mid 90's. The pre-release has been a staple for us for some time now but this [...]
Once again, thank you to the good folks at FABRICLIVE for their continued support and supply of music. This week they have Tayo , Skream , Buraka Som Sistema , Toddla T , and Brighton's Mumdance in one room to pound on some ear drums. Here are a couple of recent remixes from Mumdance to give you an idea of what you are in for! Math Class - Branches (Mumdance Remix) Pop Levi - [...]
A couple of new remixes of older tunes. "Flat Beat" is just one of those tracks that you can't resist bobbing your head too (electronic music fan or not). A Mr. Oizo classic with Birmingham, Alabama's Computer Club on the remix. The second is another big record from a few years back. "Fix Up, Look Sharp" put Dizzee Rascal on the map here in the US while already established in the UK. Mick Matias is a producer coming out of Australia whom delivered the goods on the [...]
Finally!!! Switch is back to San Diego to beat up some ear drums this Thursday night at THIN . Not to be missed if you are in town. See you there!!
Strictly Social
No Church In The Wild
Nas - Daughters
The Rains of Castamere by The National
CHROMATICS "THESE STREETS WILL NEVER LOOK THE SAME"
DIIV "How Long Have You Known?" (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
[LISTEN] Gotye (Passion Pit Remix)
Big Boi & Theophilus London (feat. TRE LUCE) - 'She Said OK'
