FYI | Why Krewella’s Billboard Op-Ed Missed The Mark

Posted by on December 8, 2014

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Every blog is talking about it. Earlier today, Jahan of Krewella released an exclusive Op-Ed via Billboard (with an insanely manipulative click-bait title) that addressed the recent lawsuit and breakup of EDM’s crossover supergroup. There real story here isn’t even the personally penned piece. It’s how Jake Udell continues to gain this kind of traction online for his clients, but I digress.

In the beginning of the Op-Ed, Jahan describes Krewella as “the most hated group in the electronic dance music scene” which isn’t far from the truth at the moment. It’s a shame considering their meteoric rise. However, it’s a lesson everyone should understand: perception is reality in the dance space. While the jury is still out on whether the sisters are responsible for pushing Kris out or not (we’re not making any claims either way) they have an image problem and it seems evident Krewella knows this. That’s why they posted this carefully calculated (tone-def) op-ed on Billboard today to quell some of the backlash.

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FYI | Jake Udell Gave Up A Rap Career To Become Krewella’s Manager

Posted by on September 9, 2014


Jake Udell. What can you say about him that that hasn’t already been said. He’s a highly respected force in the industry. From being mentioned in Bob Lefsetz’s letter to managing Krewella and ZHU, he’s carved a brand for himself, becoming what many have called a super-manager. That’s why the video above is so fascinating. In an interview with AskMen.com, Udell described his budding rap persona.

JU: Yes. That is the last thing I want to bring up in this interview, but my failed career as a recording artist was so essential into making me the manager I am today. When I was 19 the recession hit and people needed essentials like milk more than framed jerseys for their wall. It was the summer between my freshman and sophomore year of college. I realized my goal was to have a voice. Rapping became the vehicle. The record was so bad, but it actually got radio play here in Chicago and other markets.

I could go on and on about Jake Udell and his interview with AskMen, but you’re going to have to read it yourself. A fascinating article about a fascinating person. Read the interview HERE.

Mashups | Trademark – Trademark – Found It All (Timeflies X Krewella X Zedd X Antillas & Destineak)

Posted by on April 15, 2014

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This honestly might be the best mashup I’ve ever heard…when describing music I try to refrain from using the word “beautiful” because it’s a tad feminine and BIGLIFE calls me out enough already as it is. But if we’re being real here, this mashup can only be described in one word, and that word is, “beautiful.”

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Hip-Hop | Logic – Now (Prod. By 6ix, Arthur McArthur & Swiff D)

Posted by on April 8, 2014

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Those who have been following Logic from the start know him, his outlook on music, and his demeanor.  Confidence > Cockiness.  A few noteworthy lines from previous songs…

“Never cocky I’m just confident the flow is prominent” – via “Ask ‘Em”

“You gotta realize, a lot of the time when I talk
And I’m talking extremely cocky, I’m not talking
About myself, I’m talking about the work.” – via “Numbers”

Since his last mixtape, Welcome to Forever, Young Sinatra has further developed his voice into a powerful, charismatic sound.  With this, some fans may argue his music has changed.  Changed?  No.  Developed?  Yes.  His versatility continues to improve and his fan base continues to grow.  With that comes clingers (#RAPGAMEBARNACLES).  Everyone and their mother wants a piece of the pie.  Once-haters are suddenly starving for a taste.  Logic’s newest release, “Now” addresses those naysayers and urchins with heavy production and a balance of swift and machine gun raps.  This marks the first single off his newly announced Free EP, While You Wait, which will serve as an appetizer to his full length Def Jam debut.

Gotta give it to 6ix, Arthur McArthur, & Swiff D on this one.  This production KICKS.

One more thing – Logic will be touring with Krewella & Radical Something in part of the Verge Campus tour starting this week AND he will also be crossing the country with labelmate QuESt and ©. Castro this summer.

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Chill, Electronic, Hip-Hop | Radical Something – Long Way Home (DJ BIG RED & Icebird Remix)

Posted by on March 10, 2014

In Radical Something’s newest song and video, we see a whole new side of the California-based band. Their in-house producer/drummer/DJ, Big Red, cooked up an EDM remix to the band’s song “Long Way Home”. The song certainly makes their upcoming tour with Krewella seem a little bit more fitting. It is clear they are trying to merge fan-bases and expand the musical tastes of Rad-So listeners.

Enjoy the song and video and be sure to get Radical Something back in your playlists as the Spring begins to heat up!

Exclusive, Progressive House | Krewella – We Are One (Sevag Area-201 Remix) [FNT Exclusive]

Posted by on November 25, 2013

Krewella We Are One Sevag Remix FNTKrewella are no stranger to remixes, with their first worldwide smash single “Alive” seeing remixes and edits from just every corner of every genre. Their recent album “Get Wet” provides many more opportunities for over-remixing, however this sea of mediocrity allows certain gems from big and small names alike to stand out.

In steps New Jersey native and Mister East resident Sevag, who adds his own on one of the festival friendly selection from Krewella’s album “We Are One”. Sevag keeps festival friendly feel of the original, making sure to highlight Yasmine and Jahan’s vocals, but adds his own percussive flare to give it more bounce. Grab it for free below and check out his socials for more from him.

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Mashups | DOSVEC – We Are One

Posted by on November 7, 2013

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DOSVEC comes Banging with Krewella’s new tune “We Are One”. He says “Bet you can’t just listen to it ONCE” so can you?

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