Blog: Binary

Cut Copy's bassist Ben Browning branched off and released his single "I Can't Stay" from his forthcoming EP "Love Motion". The Australian zealous, funky and summery sound that Cut Copy is notorious for still remains in Ben's solo piece. BEN BROWNING - I CANT STAY by Cutters Records The original "I Can't Stay" is a combination of a calypso feel, discotheque synths, and a damn catchy bass. It's a hybrid between the sultry voice of Peter, Bjorn & John, and vivacious theme from Split Enz, one [...]

It's a dreary day in Los Angeles today, and our man Goldroom has supplied the perfect bluesy remix to mirror this enigma of a day in the typically sunny SoCal. Goldroom 's remix to Citizens! Reptile is what we hope you've come expect from a Goldroom joint and what I believe is the vibe expressed in all of his productions: euphoric, tranquil, and deft. Citizens! - Reptile (Goldroom Remix) by Goldroom [...]

A French Express production represents an erotic cocktail of all that is lush, tropical, and pure. And Perseus , the boutique label's head, creates music that fits this mold to the tee. Perseus' music has a chilling yet sensual affect-it has the type of sound that gives you chills and makes you sweat at the same time. French Express , is known largely for the recent breakouts of Jonas Rathsman (Tobago) and Chris Malinchak (No Secrets). But "Perseus" takes the cake. Perseus (Leo, the head of [...]

Let me preface this by saying I can't even begin to put into words how much I love Tesla Boy . Their Modern Thrills album is still one of my favourite, all time, most played, guaranteed to make me happy, records ever. For me this was the album I'd wanted to have and hear since music changed in the late 802s. This was the ultimate in traditional 802s synthpop and every track, vocal, sound and nuance were utterly perfect for what I needed to fill that aural void in my life. [...]

Everyone, Lancelot. Lancelot, everyone. Binary records is stoked to announce and present our latest artist: Lancelot. This terrifically talented young man's debut Ep "We Can Dance" will be available on Beatport 2/20. I got the opportunity to hear a sneak peek, Josh actually has the original master in a booby trapped stainless-steel briefcase that is handcuffed to his wrist, and I gotta say....it is incredible. Three dope originals plus remixes by (LA's own/Binary fam) Goldroom and Fabian plus australian masters Moonchild and Frames , yes please. Really Nice EP. [...]

Man, what a find.This kid is hitting! Dominic Pierce of Calgary, Canada is bringing some groovy-syrupy-bouncy flavor and I am loving it.Seriously, I found this dude and just dove in to his sound. Maybe its the hip-hop head in me, enjoying the familiarity after my tastes have taken me further from the daily beats, but there is something about that head-nod tempo that always brings a smile. Not quite "screwed", not hip hop or trip hop, Dominic has that opiate style I associate with other genre favorites She Said Disco and Cezaire . Months later [...]

I've been on hiatus for a bit. But Los Angeles has been cold and rainy for a while. There was a nut burning cars in Hollywood. The Clippers became the best basketball team in the city. Everything was flipped upside down. But today the sun came out. Starting out last night at sunset approximately 23498239487 people tweeted photos of one of the better sunsets in recent memory. Today we all woke up to an 80 degree masterpiece of an LA winter's day. This evening, we were treated to another sunset fit for a postcard or a Night Rider montage. [...]

Boom, Goldroom . When you have already written quite a bit about an artist, it is a challenge to stay fresh. Especially in the music world, where the idea is to develop a certain sound and style, one of the challenges in writing about them can be accurately promoting an artist without just saying the same old shit over and over again. Luckily for all of us, Goldroom does not present that problem. Angeleno transplant Josh Legg aka Goldroom has found a niche and consistently innovated and progressed within that groove. With each remix and mix, Goldroom has shown [...]

Picture yourself on an ocean, with a beautiful girl (or guy) by your side. There's a nice breeze, but nothing too serious. It chills your bones, maybe gives you a little goosebumps. The tide rushes towards you, and your feet are instantly moistened and met with a cold shock. That's about when you lean in for the kiss. No, that's yet to happen to me. But when I close my song and play this song by Oliver, I'm instantly transported to that surreal setting. [...]

The last six months has seen a lot of awesome material from Jensen Sportag . Austin Wilkinson and Elvis Craig hail from Nashville and together make this impressive duo known only as Jensen Sportag. For Binary fans, their soundcloud page is just hit after hit. Namely, their remix of Memory Tapes' "Wait in the Dark" as well as their EP, "Pure Wet" were released in succession this summer and earned them some well deserved fame in the blogosphere. Their remix of Teeel's "Ojai Valley" caught my eye as well. Always good to see your hometown repped somwhere no matter [...]

Ennui is a two man band out of Pittsburgh. Jim Doutrich and Sam McUmber make blissful, indie/ synth-filled/pop/rock type niceness. Their latest full length release -Formation of Tides-is full of washed out emotion driven gems that fit right in with the changing weather.Sitting down to write this I am faced with an interesting challenge. Which songs should I feature as the entire release has an accessible, solid feel. A little different from our usual but groovy and awesome nonetheless, check these guys out. <a href=" http://ennuimusic.bandcamp.com /track/coconino-23 _mce_href=" http://ennuimusic.bandcamp.com /track/coconino-23>Coconino by Ennui</a> Coconino, saunters in. Jim's gentle crooning (Casablancas like?) fits perfectly [...]

There are certain songs that will forever touch a nerve with you, for one reason or another. For me, Dragonette's "Pick Up the Phone" is just one of those goose-bump tracks. It's one of those choons that I associate with a specific time and place in my life. I remember a close friend who introduced it to me via the Van She Remix a couple years back-and I remember skipping it the first time I heard it because I found the vocals abrasive. dragonette - pick up the phone (beaumont remix) by [...]

Louis La Roche might as well be called Treasure Fingers Junior. La Roche, like TF (Ashley Jones), pumps out nu-disco jams at an unparalleled rate. Ever since I heard Louis La Roche's remix to Basement Jaxx's Raindrops, I've been infatuated. That classic catapulted the young London-based producer into the bloggosphere and he's only kept soaring. Given his latest productions, you can safely bet La Roche (aka Brett Ewels) is here to stay. Louis La Roche - Los Angeles by [...]

If you're a nu disco fanatic, you've probably heard fresh tunes from Stockholm's Jonas Rathsman featured in The Magician's recent Magic Tapes. On December 12 th , French Express , a music label known for its tropical disco artists, released Jonas' "Tobago" EP. "Tobago" is Jonas' newest EP based on the name of his single that was featured in Magic Tape 15. His other gem from the EP, "Feeling You" was a definite highlight from Magic Tape 17. [...]

Fabian is part of the Binary family, so yes, there's some bias here. In case you missed the memo, I'm pleased to report that Fabian has signed to the Bond Music Group, ensuring that 2012 will be another step forward for our disco-hero. And to celebrate, Fabian gave out this disco gem to the masses. Fabian - The Jack by iamFabian COME ON! While I could wax poetic about [...]

Intriguing title. This song announces that it will go deep and then follows through on that promise. There is a gravity and degree of emotion and feeling to this release that really sets it apart. Discotexas has created a following and I for one am on board and fully committed. Talented Frenchman Arnault Douze Esteve aka Douze defies genre-labels and just makes a great EP.Forget about classifying this, just let the music wash over you and enjoy the journey. Cinematic, heartfelt and moving. Forsaken by _douze [...]

As I get older, I feel pain I didn't know existed. I feel stress that used to be pretty easy to eliminate. And I face the reality that life is no longer one giant party 24/7/365. But that doesn't mean music sounds any less sweet. Thankfully, music has the ability to transform you, even if for a brief moment. It can remind you of a moment, bring back a kiss, or spark your body. It can act like an antidote. It can make you act anything but your [...]

Sweden's Johan Bengtsson, who goes by the alias "Mitch Murder" released Current Events as his second album from RossoCorsa . The album is an enhancement of his first, Burning Chrome, with wavy melodic synths and a variety of astronaut-esque vocals. The instrumentals ricochet bands such as Simple Minds and Whitesnake to name a few. The album is intended to mirror the historical events throughout the 1980's; the representation of events such as the invention of the personal computer and The Challenger space shuttle catastrophe are vivid through the synthpop melodies. Welcome to the danger zone. [...]

Final Djs are a production/dj duo from Stuttgart, Germany. The music that they create is inspired by french touch as well as new wave and italo disco. You may remember our previous post on these guys, they have an emotional almost dark/moody approach that we here at Binary are very fond of. Last week this beautiful Kris Menace and Savage edit showed up in my inbox and it not only prompted a new post but re-ignited my passion for the sound and style these guys are throwing down. Check it out. Kris Menace and [...]

Anoraak. (These fellas know how to diversify their sound). I struggle to label their music as anything other than extremely chill. And then you see them perform live, and they possess a type of energy and presence that is rock-like. This particular remix possesses more of that chill quality that takes you on a slow-paced space odyssey. SayCet -Opaal (Anoraak remix) by Anoraak This song is "Space Age Bachelor Pad Music" at its finest. One of my favorite blogs out there (which has been for quite [...]