Hip-Hop, RnB | Alicia Keys – Unthinkable (Fwdslxsh Remix)
Posted by Mach on July 16, 2013
Fwdslxsh releases a more chill tune for our Summer listenings today. Remixing an Alicia Keys classic, Fwdslxsh contributes a wonderful melody to the singers beautiful voice. The track is one build-up, climaxing half way through and then mellowing out again. Where I live it is a terrible looking day outside, this remix turned out to be a perfect fit to put a smile on my face. The track is part of a 26 track compilation from Pragmatic Theory Records called “Elevated Patterns”.
Free Download: Elevated Patterns Compilation
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Progressive House | Ryan Riback & Terri B – Dance Like There’s No Tomorrow (Marcus Santoro Remix)
Posted by Mel on July 5, 2013
In his admittedly short catalogue of releases so far, Marcus Santoro has already shown that he is a versatile producer capable of creating excellent tracks in a different variety of styles. His latest remix demonstrates this diversity perfectly with the first half being more old school progressive, having a vibe very similar to pre SHM Axwell, and then transitioning to the euphoric, festival sound that he does so well for the second drop. The mainstream sound is definitely there, but he manages to avoid falling into the trap of generic house with tracks like this. How he has not blown up outside of Australia is a mystery to me.
iTunes: Ryan Riback & Terri B – Dance Like There’s No Tomorrow (Marcus Santoro Remix)
House | Bewilderbeast – Severed
Posted by Mach on June 25, 2013
Stumbling upon great tracks is one of my favorite things to have happen when I’m on the hunt for new music. Up an coming producer, Bewilderbeast, really came through with something incredible in terms of this original. The progression is soothing and smooth to the senses, taking you through the many layers of a blissful state. The build up at the second half of the track is fantastic, dropping into a great piano melody backed by Bewilderbeast’s cool vocal sampling. This is the first single off of Bewilderbeast’s upcoming LP, “Unreal_Estate”, releasing on August 1st.
Free Download: Bewilderbeast – Severed
Albums | Avicii to Release Debut Album TRUE September 17th
Posted by Middy on June 21, 2013
You thought it might never happen, but barring no setbacks or delays, Avicii’s debut album #TRUE will be released on September 17th through PRMD Music and Island Records. The Swedish megastar shocked the world at Ultra Music Festival this past spring when he played many of the selections on the album live that had a very different direction than what people were used to hearing from Avicii. But it appears he is tired of just being associated with “Levels” and wants to go in a different direction and show his diversity as an artist.
Disruption is good when a scene is half stuck
His new single “Wake Me Up” with Aloe Blacc has hit stores in Europe and will go on sale and the radio in the States June 25th. I am really looking forward to hearing the finished product and the new direction he is taking with his sound with the whole host of collaborators he has on the album. The most interesting thing may be the fan reaction, which thus far has been very luke warm, but I think many will come around September 17th. The one downside is that the hashtag in the album name is a tad cheesy.
Update: There will be no hashtag in the name album title. Good call Avicii.
via Billboard
Hip-Hop | Wale — Poor Decisions (feat. Lupe Fiasco & Rick Ross)
Posted by jeffwbaird on June 3, 2013
Wale’s upcoming third album, The Gifted, is gearing up to be one of his most consistent projects to date. While his debut was uneven and burdened by too many crossover attempts, his second was too MMG-influenced and aggressive. The first three leaks we’ve received from this new album, though, have all had that soulful style of Wale’s, which was the signature of his successful early mixtapes. This is the first of two new singles Wale dropped today in preparation for his album’s June 25th release, featuring a smooth Jake One beat and a couple quality guest verses courtesy of Lupe Fiasco and Rick Ross. Gotta love Lupe’s “olly olly oxen free” reference and the way he flips the chorus at the end, and Rozay’s verse isn’t half bad, either. June is shaping up to be a wonderful month for hip-hop.
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Hip-Hop, Rap, Videos | Chance the Rapper – Acid Rap Live
Posted by J_Salzer on June 3, 2013
It takes a lot to leave a blogger speechless. So I’ll do my best to come up with words to describe the Austin Vesely filmed documentary of Chance The Rapper’s live performance. It begins with about 3 minutes Chance performing his normal routine. My favorite, is the emotional rendition of Chain Smoker. The tone of the video is quickly changed after Chance calls out some friends of his to perform the passionate second half of Pusha Man, the lost verse, if you will. In the lost verse, Chance implores the media to take a closer look at the inner city violence taking place in Chicago. He doesn’t go about it in a rude way, but rather takes a softer, more dignified approach to help save the city that raised him.
Chance the Rapper has had a whirlwind year, and is easily the hottest up and coming MC in the country, atleast in my opinion. The second half of Pusha Man shows me that this 20 year old Chicagoan won’t be going anywhere in the next decade, he’s here to stay. Some rappers mention their love for their city in songs, and that is all well and good. But this rapper is calling the media to make a change, and that’s rare. So hop on the Chance bandwagon while you still can.
Dubstep, Trance | Butch Clancy ft. Amy K – Far Away From Me
Posted by ATexas on May 30, 2013
After an extended vacation to communism, I return with the dopest new addition to your music library. You’re welcome. Look at that half naked girl! Listen to this free song, which is better than anything released in the last 5 months. Convenient.
Free Download: Butch Clancy ft. Amy K – Far Away From Me