Events | The Worst Lineup Conflicts At Electric Zoo – And How To Handle Them
Posted by Middy on August 22, 2013
Waiting for festival schedules to drop is always a funny thing. On the one hand, you’re antsy for set times because you want to start planning your weekend. On the other, you know that when the announcement comes it will invariably serve to confirm all your worst fears about lineup conflicts — terrible, unspeakable conflicts which will surely force you to choose between two or more of your favorite artists. Such conflicts have been known to divide friend groups, start arguments, and lead to tears. Okay, we’re being dramatic, but you know you totally feel us. Electric Zoo is no different, so check out what we think are some of the most glaring and painful conflicts of the weekend — and our advice for dealing with them — after the jump.
(Note: one thing we do know is that those who enter Sunday School Grove probably won’t be racing out to hit the mainstage at many junctures during the weekend, so there aren’t too many conflicts to contend with there. Not bad, eh?)
Hip-Hop, Rap | Devin Miles – Some Shxt II
Posted by admin on August 18, 2013
After receiving the nod from Travi$ Scott on his last song, Devin Miles has returned with part two of his “Some Shxt” series. He showcases his silky smooth delivery while spitting some bars off the top of his head. The song surely isn’t supposed to have a crazy concept or powerful message, but what it does do is give a taste of what young Mr. Miles is capable of.
His soulful sound sets him apart and will keep him relevant long after others have teetered off. Enjoy “Some Shxt II” and watch closely as I’m sure there is plenty more to come from this Pittsburgh emcee.
Electro | Markus Cole (ft. Vuk Lazar) – Deja Vu
Posted by admin on August 14, 2013
Markus Cole makes his Fresh New Tracks debut with one of his biggest productions to date, complete with Vuk Lazar feature and impressive music video. “Deja Vu” is a song made for the dance floor with a progressive house feel accompanied by massive vocals. It’s unusual to see non-megastars shooting music videos and Markus, as well as Vuk, were obviously testing their creative limits. The excitement-packed video sets them apart from many other up and comings producers and sure got my attention.
The song itself is a few months old, but if you missed its audio release a while back, be sure to grab the free download now, and enjoy the video.
Hip-Hop, Videos | QuESt – NEATO Season
Posted by Grubeats on August 13, 2013
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“What up to VMG, ya bish?” – QuESt
If you’ve been following Logic, the VMG movement, and the openers on the tour, you may have become familiar with Miami, FL rhymer, QuESt. QuESt is by no means a new artist to FNT, but he’s been diagnosed with “the skill” and will be the next artist to receive the “VMG treatment”.
QuESt has been patiently waiting behind the scenes, working, learning, anticipating his first move with the independent label that recently birthed Logic, Jon Bellion, 6ix, and GRVTY. Returning with his first video single, “NEATO Season” over Childish Gambino’s “Unnecessary”, Q carries his newly acquired torch as he sets forth on his new episode, spitting flaming metaphors and bars packed with intellect. NEATO; wondering what it is? Never Ever Allow The Obscene. The movement QuESt stands behind, the movement you will soon be following (if you aren’t already). Enjoy this video and stay on your toes for much more to come from the next up.
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Events | Five Things We Can’t Wait For At Electric Zoo 2013
Posted by Spice on August 8, 2013
Summer is flying by, which is bittersweet on one hand but totally amazing on the other. Why? Because it means that we’re getting closer and closer to Electric Zoo’s blowout fifth year. If you’re not up on your EZoo life, check out our official recap video from last year and see what you missed. Yeah — it was pretty killer. Fortunately, this year is already shaping up to be bigger and better than ever for many reasons, not least of which are:
1) Two mainstages (count ’em, TWO) and an expanded festival site on Randall’s Island. More on that later.
2) A new 18 and up policy. Sorry, youths (#YOUTHS) of the world — I’m too old for your shenanigans and look forward to mingling with an older and wiser crowd. *Wheezes; testily gestures for you to GET OFF MY LAWN.*
3) A totally killer lineup — which is par for the course by EZoo’s standards. There’s lots to be excited about here, but we’ve come up with five things that we’re especially stoked for. Check ’em out after the jump.
Albums | Dog Blood Leaks Middle Finger Pt. 2 EP In Advance of Release
Posted by Spice on August 7, 2013
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Anyone dismayed by the news about Dog Blood’s upcoming EP getting delayed until August 20th should head immediately to the duo’s Soundcloud page, where Middle Finger Pt. 2 can now be streamed in full (well, almost in full; there’s a Trapmasters remix of the titular track that doesn’t appear to be up yet). Most of this should sound familiar — between festival sets and Skrillex’s recent BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix, it’s likely that you’ve heard “Middle Finger Pt. 2,” “Chella Ride” and “Shred Sled (Kill ‘Em With The Beat)” before. Also of note: a typically great M Machine remix of “Middle Finger Pt. 2” that gets positively savage. Check it out below, and support the great work that Skrillex and Boys Noize are doing by purchasing the EP when it drops officially on the 20th.
Progressive House, Videos | Cash Cash – Take Me Home (Video) + Jordy Dazz Remix
Posted by Middy on August 7, 2013
NJ duo, Cash Cash, who’s greatest claims to fame have been their “Alive” remix and producing Krewella’s “Live For The Night“, recently released a new track “Take Me Home” and the subsequent video. “Take Me Home” has a bit more a pop feel then some of their other productions, making use Bebe Rexe’s almost childish vocal. The video looks like at any moment it could just turn into a POV porno, walking through NYC, and maybe it does at then end. They are releasing a remix package on August 19th, and the first from Jordy Dazz has been previewed. Also check out Cash Cash’s remix of Bruno Mars “Treasure”, which will be added to Audien’s on the package coming soon.