Events | Ultra Music Festival Phase 1 Lineup Announcement
Posted by Middy on December 29, 2012
UMF, the crowned jewel of the American festival circuit, now in its 15th year making a historic shift going to 2 weekends, has announced many of the headliners for the festival in the first phase of artists announcements. Some of the big names include, Avicii, Armin van Buuren with ASOT 600, Above & Beyond, Fatboy Slim, Bassnectar, Carl Cox (who will be hosting his own arena), Kaskade, Deadmau5, who is returning after blasting them for a whole host of things last year, and SHM ending their one last tour with shows on Sundays of both weekends. A couple other pieces of info we do know about UMF is that ASOT will be on Sunday the 24, or the second weekend only, though Armin may be there both weekends, Deadmau5 is preparing something unique for this occasion and with live performances from guys like Matt & Kim & Boys Noize, this should be special UMF. If you are feeling nostaligic or are already gearing up to go this year, watch some of the recaps from last year on UMFTV.
Pop, Videos | Timeflies – Swoon [Music Video]
Posted by Grubeats on December 18, 2012
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I never realized how awkwardly entertaining life looks in rewind until I watched this video.
Awkward or not, Timeflies have themselves yet another hit. The caveman club smash featured on their recent chart topping EP, One Night, is almost as cool at the dime piece pole dancing swooning on the American flag in the backdrop of this video. Anyone else feel like “swoon” is one of those interchangeable adjectives that can virtually be placed anywhere in a sentence? Verbs too, actually. Swoon over to iTunes and cop this track along with the rest of Timeflies’ irresistible EP for a loose $3.99!
iTunes: Timeflies – One Night [EP]
Dubstep | Minnesota – Float Ft. Zion I
Posted by CHAZZZ on October 15, 2012
Studying abroad in Barcelona has taught me two things, American girls are just average and my neighbors here really don’t like loud music. Although my neighbors won’t feel the same, I know the FNT nation is going to love this track from Minnesota. A perfect collab with Zion I makes Minnesota’s bass come to life through his flawless, smooth lyrics. If you’re not watching the Denver Broncos put a beat down on the San Diego Chargers tonight, throw this one on repeat, jump in the lair and feel the bass. Don’t miss Minnesota on tour this Fall – dates above.
Progressive House | Porter Robinson – Language
Posted by Middy on April 11, 2012
It is currently raining and cold here in Provence so I am taking a slight break to bring you this anthem from the 19 year old American stud (that was yesterday, but the hotel internet stopped working so you have it today). His Spitfire EP cemented his place on the EDM map as one of the best up and comers able to blend progressive, electro and dubstep seamlessly in an EP and in single songs. His ability as a live Dj is simply astonishing for his age and will only get better. “Language” is a perfect example of his mastery with its smooth progressive melody mixed with hard electro synths, intricate piano key work, uplifting strings and floating female vocals all creating this anthem that you will be hearing all spring and probably summer long.
FYI | The Problem With… Buying Facebook “Likes”
Posted by A on March 11, 2012
In 1963, American novelist Kurt Vonnegut published a book entitled, “The Cat’s Cradle” which explored the confrontation between technology and morality. While many critics dismissed the book on the grounds that it was far too satirical, Vonnegut shared an idea that wove itself into the fabric of our social subsconscience. His idea was simple, “In this world, you get what you pay for.”
In the blog world, the amount of Facebook “likes” you have is directly proportional to your perceived worth. People are visual, and when they want to compare one artist’s size to another, they often use Facebook “likes” to determine an artist’s total reach. Conversely, for artists, Facebook “likes” can be the difference between getting booked and not getting booked. Purchasing “likes” increases “groupthink” a behavioral science theorizing that the probability of any individual adopting a trend or artist increases with the proportion who have already done so. Simply put, the more “likes” your Facebook page appears to have, the more likely that someone will take the time to discover your page.
Despite their motivations, buying Facebook fans is counterintuitive. There are many services, like BuyRealFans.com, that offer pricing packages depending on how many fans you’d like to purchase. In their advertising, they promise a “100% money back guarantee.” What they don’t tell you, however, is that many of these supposed “fans” are bots and fake profiles. I recently looked at a certain artist’s page that I suspected of purchasing likes to see if I could spot any fake profiles. Here’s what I found:
Interesting to say the least. Take a look at those who are commenting and liking on the post below. Specifically at the first visible comment. I don’t know about you, but “Big Jilm” and his “funding” comment look suspicious to me. He’s either a man of few words, or he’s clearly a fake profile. Further, take a look at those who actually “liked” the post. John Gavin, check. 22 people, check. Free Ipad 2 Click Here, questionable. I’ll let you draw your own conclusions.
If you’re an artist who buys Facebook “likes” you can rest easy. I won’t be calling you out today. However, there is a service (NextBigSound) that I’ve embedded below that allows you to track an artist’s analytics with relative ease. Just plug in your favorite artist and let the debate ensue.
Although dated, Vonnegut’s central theme still holds true today. As we continue to advance technologically, we will inevitably face moral and ethical dilemmas. Fans want to support artists they believe in and trust. If you’re an artist that’s currently buying Facebook fans, reconsider your marketing plan. Your fans aren’t stupid, don’t treat them like they are. If you’re not where you want to be in relation to how many fans you think you should have, then make better music. That’s what it all comes down to. Besides, you get what you pay for.
Electro-House | Pierce Fulton – Who Wants Spaghetti
Posted by Middy on February 13, 2012
If you are a Facebook fan you would have seen this earlier, but if not watch this video about Pierce and the life of being a touring Dj and trying to balance that with the life of a student. Still making waves from his highly supported “Pardon My French” EP and his “What Happens In Vegas” remix, the young up and coming American has finally released his single “Who Wants Spaghetti” on Cr2 records. With a pounding bass line, well constructed electro synths with layering of some pitched synths and a few well timed stops, this song is not one to be missed. Dinner is ready so get your Spaghetti.
Electro-House | Chuckie – What Happens in Vegas (Pierce Fulton Remix)
Posted by Middy on December 12, 2011
As previewed before, Pierce Fulton’s remix of “What Happens in Vegas” has finally released today. Reworking almost entirely the original track, the young American adds his unique sound to this track with rising synths, a moving melody and a varying chord progression . This is a must have from the fast rising Vermont native who will be someone making some serious noise in 2012 and beyond. Get it on Beatport HERE.
PREVIEW: Chuckie feat. Gregor Salto – What Happens In Vegas (Pierce Fulton Remix)
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