Exclusive, House | FNT Premiere: PLASMA – Burning Like the Sun (Mirco Niemeier Remix)
Posted by Middy on May 26, 2014
Swiss electro rock band PLASMA on the heals of the release of their debut artist album “Replay Terror”, take things more electronic with the remix pack for their single “Burning Like The Sun”. We have the premiere for Berlin based Mirco Niemeier’s remix who varied sound makes him a perfect candidate to take on the tune. He goes for something more progressive and cheerful then his techno and minimal cuts, adding a a groovy drum beat, mixing the original drums and his own elements underneath a playful piano melody.
Electro, Exclusive | FNT Exclusive: Mason – Savantas
Posted by Middy on February 17, 2014
Amsterdam veteran duo, Mason are back with another 3-track EP (the third is some abstract refurb of the “Savantas”), and we are here to bring the exclusive download for the A-side “Savantas”. Minimal and tough, “Savantas” relies on a punchy kick and a brooding melody that makes this easy to slip into any techno-styled set. The EP has already seen some support from names like Brodinski, Digitalism, Groove Armada and more, so don’t miss out on the free download. Grab “Savantas” and “Herd On The Scene” on Beatport here or just grab the exclusive free download of “Savantas” below.
Free Download: Mason – Savantas
Electronic | The M Machine – Superflat
Posted by Spice on January 21, 2014
Consummate genre-defiers The M Machine are back with a monster of a track for this snowy afternoon. With hypnotic, choppy vocals and masterfully blended elements of techno, electro-house, and dubstep, “Superflat” manages to jack up the energy level while still sounding markedly different in that tried-and-true M Machine way.
Beatport: The M Machine – Superflat
Electronic, House, Techno | Spice’s Top 10 Tracks of 2013
Posted by Spice on December 22, 2013
2013 was a year of many momentous things. Including the insanely awesome above shot, which was taken by yours truly with a cracked iPhone (and it’s frankly still a mystery as to how I managed to pull it off. I mean, look at that thing. That thing is next level. Eat your heart out, Rukes). In keeping with all the seasonal nostalgia, here are my picks for the best tracks of the year.
Techno | Vecs – I Was EP
Posted by VMan on December 20, 2013
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Tech house lovers, consider yourself served, NYC producer Vecs who recently signed to Waste of Time Records just released his two track EP with the titled track “I Was” and “It Goes.” DJing since the age of 9, Vecs sure does know how to get you to move with these 2 tracks, and has even been getting the support of veteran DJs Roger Sanchez, Scumfrog, and Richie Santana, among others. If you like what you hear, also check out Mr. Vecs’ 2013 mix filled with techno and tech-house goodies to get you to Friday night which you can stream here. This is a must listen!
Beatport: Vecs – I Was EP
House, Mix | Disclosure Essential Mix 10/8/2013
Posted by J-Tiffy on August 15, 2013
Amidst DJ Mag shenanigans, VMA hoopla, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga, this is exactly what I needed. Disclosure gave us their two hour debut Essential Mix on Saturday, and I’m crazy about it. I was at a cottage all weekend so this was an ideal soundtrack for my drive home. Groovy, deep, creative and soulful, Guy and Howard have given us a wicked mix. The English brothers start us off with a 15 minute tribute to the late and great Detroit hip-hop producer J Dilla, whom the pair cite as a major musical influence. Then they get right into it with a jazzy tune from Moodymann to set a tone. The rest of the mix weaves in and out of dark garage, lighter house, techno and other genres which are all expertly mixed. Only two songs off of their debut album Settle make appearances in the mix, and only one of those two is the original state. This mix is not a showcase of Disclosure’s music, rather a very entertaining, very well mixed glimpse into the collection of songs and artists that have inspired these two awesome musicians. This mix will be a daily listen for me for a while. It can still be streamed for free on the BBC Radio 1 website (the link below), but only until this Saturday. After that you’ll have to hop on Soundcloud to listen or download it.
BBC Radio 1’s Essential Mix: Disclosure
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.