Events, Exclusive | Countdown to ADE Spotlight: Rustie
Posted by mimada on October 16, 2013
Tomorrow, Fresh New Tracks will be jetting off to the Netherlands for ADE: Amsterdam Dance Event, a five-day electronic music festival, conference, and playground taking over the city. Leading up to ADE, we’ll be filling you in on just who and what we’re looking forward to seeing most. And if any of you out there have any insider tips on the best acts to catch, drop either VMan or myself a line and we’ll be sure to add it to our list.
Name: Rustie
Born: January 4th, 1983 (30)
Homebase: Glasgow
Previous Occupations: Apprentice park keeper and tractor operator (source)
Latest Release: “Triadzz / Slasherr”
I’m ashamed to admit producer Rustie really only entered my radar within the past 6 months after falling head over heels in love with the Flume remix of “Slasherr” and consequently the EP’s other half, “Triadzz.” Since then I’ve diving further into his discography, specifically his album, Glass Swords, which was recognized by the Guardian for their first album award in 2012.You might have also noticed his contribution to Danny Brown’s latest game-changing album, “Old.”
The beginning of Rustie’s electronic career could be described as “aquacrunk,” but has since continuously evolved through various artistic styles and trends, while staying true to it’s hip-hop, 8-bit, and grunge roots. It’s dynamic, spontaneous, and unpredictable, which makes it much more of a rewarding listening experience. Even after having his works on repeat for the past few days, I have no idea what to expect in his live set – I mean, other than potentially a guitar? – nevertheless, the anticipation is killing me.
So, if you can’t make it across the pond to Amsterdam this weekend, I’ve got a solution for you. During his set at the Numbers x Lockdown Showcase at Paradiso on Friday, take an hour or two (considering the event lasts for 6!) to dive into some of his stuff. I’ll leave his legendary BBC 1 mix here for you in case you need a starting point…
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Contests, Exclusive, Featured, Trap | Matt & Kim – It’s Alright (Yung Skeeter Remix) [FNT Exclusive Free Download] + Matt & Kim Apparel Giveaway
Posted by Middy on October 15, 2013
READ all the way to BOTTOM, because you will not want to miss a beat from this post. Previously released as part of Matt & Kim’s “Lightning Remixes” album, we have the exclusive free download of Yung Skeeter’s take on Matt & Kim’s track “It’s Alright”. The track keeps the indie-pop sensibilities of the original, while adding bouncy bass line and crisp 808s that do not overpower, but rather compliment what Matt & Kim did with “It’s Alright”. It is both soothing, summery, upbeat and free, so do not hesitate to grab this through us now. If you like what you hear, check out the rest of the EP on iTunes, Amazon or in vinyl form for all you audiophiles.
We are also giving A TON of Matt & Kim apparel, like what we did with The Bloody Beetroots, except maybe even better. We have a signed poster, a “Let’s Go” T-Shirt, “Lightning” branded caution tape to mark off your crime scenes, tattoos, stickers and balloons for good measure. Enter the contest below.
Exclusive, Mix | Fresh New Tracks Exclusive Mix: Gutter Brothers @ Blasted
Posted by Nick on October 8, 2013
Breakout artist Gutter Brothers were kind enough to let us in on their exclusive live mix from Dim Mak Studios during their set at Blasted. For those of you who haven’t heard of them, the LA-based duo has been banging out top-of-the-line bass music since October of last year, gaining support from big-name artists like Borgore, ETC!ETC!, Kennedy Jones, and more. Despite being on the scene for such a short period of time, these boys have already thrown down releases on Ultra, High Intensity, Clubtapes, and other labels, even going on to win Insomniac’s Discovery Project, becoming a featured artist at Beyond Wonderland. Expect big things from these guys in the future, check out their new EP “Dat Ass” (which was #3 on the Beatport Hip-Hop chart), grab a free download of this mix, and then bump it aloud as you can; it absolutely hits (including the unreleased “Steve Twerkle”).
Exclusive, Featured, Interviews | Stereoshock Helps Me Get A Date, Explains The Tissues On His Desk & More
Posted by Mel on September 29, 2013
April 19th, 2012, the day started just like any other. I had woken up a few minutes later than usual and after doing the math, figured that I would miss about five minutes of my first class. I then decided to skip the whole day and stay home. As per usual when I don’t go to class, I bump it up to twice a day. Two girls were texting me at the time so I was just super busy, the time that had been allocated for me to study and do the work that I was missing was pushed aside in order to make room to mow the lawn, like my dad had asked me to days prior. I didn’t mow the lawn and instead went to Best Buy to get some Beats by Dre Studio’s. I got them, in black for some reason, came home and bumped it up once again to three times a day. After my third Klondike bar of the day, making my bi-hourly visit to Soundcloud seemed like the next obvious choice.
It was then that I became acquainted with 20 year old, New York based producer Stereoshock, or as his mother calls him Josh Cohen. I was eating some leftover chilli at the time and accidentally spilled some on my shirt but it didn’t matter, because the song I was listening to was just so good. It wasn’t an original, but it sure sounded like it. At that point forward I was aware that an edit or mashup could be more than vocals thrown over an instrumental or simply interchanging two songs drops. Stereoshock has a level of sophistication in both his edits and originals that is not seen very often. Over time we’ve become friends, and he expressed interest in an interview, so I obliged. Be warned that this interview is extremely serious. We talk about only the most important topics that other artists refuse to.
Contests, Exclusive, Featured | Fantazia at Webster Hall 10.13 Ticket Giveaway
Posted by VMan on September 25, 2013
FNT is giving away 2 tickets to Webster Hall for Fantazia, Columbus Day (3 Day Weekend!) Sunday October 13th at Webster Hall. Click HERE for your chance to win and experience the magic that is Fantazia!
Note: You must be 19+ to enter!
Fantazia returns after it’s remarkable debut last year selling out the arena showcase at UMASS Amherst. Fantazia has been dubbed “Way ahead of its time!” by Jesse Waits, Owner of XS Las Vegas and is coming to some of the most prestigious venues at select dates across the U.S. starting with the World’s Largest Floating Dance Festival aka The Groove Cruise in LA!
The unique and visionary spectacle created by concert event gurus NV Concepts, alongside their creative headliner and performance DJ; DSK CHK has already made waves in the EDM scene and isn’t slowing down as it sweeps across the country to bring this one of a kind dance event to major cities nation-wide.
Retrofitted with a completely different production, cast and concept, Fantazia delves deep into a world only found in our dreams. A perfect merging of fantastical characters takes on an immersive musical journey through EDM. The show focuses around the now infamous baby grand DJ piano controlled by DSK CHK whose sets take on a life of their own.
If you are lucky enough to be in the area during any of the dates, you don’t want to miss Fantazia! Checkout the amazing video to gain perspective and visit www.fantaziatour.com for ticket information and more!
10/8 | SHRINE – MGM FOXWOODS
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10/12 | DISTRICT N9NE (Old Starlight Ballroom) – PHILLY
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10/13 | WEBSTER HALL – NYC
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10/31 | HOUSE OF BLUES – HALLOWEEN – BOSTON, MA
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Contests, Exclusive, Featured | Colour Code x Sol Republic Limited Edition Patrick Hagenaar European Headphone Giveaway
Posted by VMan on September 24, 2013
FNT partnered up with Sol Republic and Colour Code to give away a free pair of limited edition Patrick Hagenaar headphones to our European audience! Enter HERE for your chance to win! We will be randomly choosing a winner next week October 1st!
NOTE – YOU MUST LIVE IN EUROPE TO PARTICIPATE!
Exclusive, Featured, Interviews | Rudimental Talk Music Videos, Future Expectations and More [FNT Exclusive]
Posted by Middy on September 11, 2013
Rudimental have taken the world by storm. Their single “Feel The Love” rose to the top of the charts in the UK and became a worldwide phenomenon. They have not stopped there with a host of other chart topping singles like “Not Giving In” and “Waiting All Night”. Their live show is about as energetic and “live” as there is in dance music, bringing what they call “a carnival atmosphere” to every festival and city they visit. The foursome have come a long way with their album “Home”, showing their strong UK dance influences, while keeping it soulful and unique on every track.
We had the chance to chat with them after their show with Emili Sandé two weeks ago in Central Park and talk about their incredible music videos, trying to build on their success and what they have coming up, including tracks with The Game and Ed Shereen. Click past the jump for the full interview, but before you do, watch their video for “Right Here”, it is epic. You can grab their now Platinum selling album “Home” on iTunes here. Big congrats to the guys for that!