Interviews | Norin & Rad Interview (FNT Exclusive)
Posted by Middy on March 1, 2013
Bruce Karlsson (Norin) & Nick Sember (Rad) better known as Norin & Rad to most of you have become one of the brightest stars in the American trance scene. The two Northern California natives met several years back through mutual friends and since their first single “The Gift”, their career trajectory has only been upward. After releases on Tritonal’s Air Up There label, Enhanced and Coldharbour, they were taken under the guise of Above & Beyond and signed to Anjunabeats. Their single “Bloom” announced their arrival to the trance community that they were a name that needed to be watched.
They have a unique and varied sound that is the archetype of the new blend of trance and house that pervades the trance genre now. The duo have gone from being college students to playing festivals like Tomorrowland, Electric Zoo and EDC in a few short years. Coming off of a strong 2012 with a slew of releases on Anjunabeats, they are set for an even bigger year in 2013 with an album in the works that they say has some “really interesting material” and a single “Aldo” coming this Monday on the Anjunabeats Volume 10. We had the chance to ask them about being a part of the Anjunabeats family, their album and their working relationship. Check out their recent free track “Snap” below and the interview after the jump.
Free Download: Norin & Rad – Aldo
Hip-Hop, Videos | Logic – Walk On By (Prod. by C-Sick) [Music Video]
Posted by Grubeats on February 25, 2013
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This morning I watched legendary blogstar and hip-hop mogul, Elliot Wilson, share his picks for the XXL Freshman 2013 cover. Let me start off by saying Elliot is a legend. A role model for any blogger. Poseidon to a sea of blog minnos. I’ll follow that by noting the fact that he, and many other well respected industry names, have either bypassed Maryland’s young prince or have not yet opened their ears to him. While Trinidad James is poppin’ molly, Logic is in the studio working. While Gunplay is rambling about getting locked up and blowin’ snow at 16, Logic is meticulously lining up bars in the studio.
“Who woulda thought that painting pictures of being broke would get me rich as like dealin’ coke” – Logic
Peace and positivity is what Logic stands for. Under that umbrella, Logic emphatically delivers some of the rawest lyrics I’ve heard this decade. “Walk On By” marks the first official single off his highly anticipated senior mixtape due out later this spring. Visuals by GRVTY (of course) and production comes from Logic’s Chi-town brother, C-Sick. As expected, this new cut will leave you dissecting lines longer than Gunplay’s morning…well, wake up line. Enjoy and expect a HUGE year for L-O-G-I-C. #VMG
Electronic | Brian Kramer – All Will be Lost (Mix)
Posted by Juicebox on November 26, 2012
After a brief hiatus in the studio to work on his original material, Brian Kramer is back at it again with a brand new mix to debut his up and coming mixtape entitled, “All Will be Lost.” What we love so much about Brian Kramer is that he doesn’t need to throw in the mainstream house bangers in his mixes to create a great mix. The guy has been DJing for over 6 years and it shows. Appreciate how well this entire project was mixed and recognize real talent when you hear it. The mix features six brand new bootlegs that he plans on releasing in the upcoming month so keep your eyes peeled for that. As a little bonus, we’ve included one of his previous bootlegs below that is 100% worth downloading.
Dubstep | R Rated #56
Posted by Sev on November 21, 2012
Kicking off this weeks Thanksgiving edition of R Rated, it is only right to have an excess of tunes to add some filth to your holidays. First up we have this free tune from Pegboard Nerds, who have been tearing the scene apart lately. This track was given away as a gift for their 20k followers. These guys have yet to release a tune less than amazing so grab this free download HERE.
Next up are two previews from an artist who has been making a name for himself and is a part of the Firepower Crew. It is none other than AFK, who previewed two new heavy originals by himself, but no release dates yet. Both of these tracks are monstrous and have me excited to see what he is going to release next.
DeadExit is a new group with three members, and one of them being none other heavy hitter Crissy Criss. They released a mix about a week ago showcasing some of their new material, but yesterday they released their first free track. When Crissy Criss is involved in creating a track you know that it is going to pack a punch and have some crazy sounds. Grab the free download and keep an eye out for a EP release soon.
It has been a while since we heard any new material from Zanetic. It seems as though he has been locked in the studio creating and mixing down his latest EP which is set to release on Dec. 3rd. He was kind enough to give us this free DL from the EP that is a crazy glich hop tune. You can download the track HERE.
Vital Techniques & Mikey B just unleashed this outstanding Drumstep VIP of one of their tracks. It is everything you want and more in a VIP. This is a must have for everyone.
Pop, RnB | Somo- My Life (Mixtape)
Posted by A on September 11, 2012
Just a few weeks ago, I travelled to Allen, Texas to get in the studio with Joseph Somo and Cody Tarpley. Somo and team allowed us to get an early preview of “My Life” in its final stages. We knew from the onset that this project would be something special. I’ve said it before and I’m going to say it again: This is easily one of the strongest debut mixtapes I’ve ever listened to from an up-and-coming artist in all my blog years. There are many that come close, but this one takes the cake. It should be apparent by now that Joseph Somo is the real deal. Download the mixtape below, it’ll be the best decision that you make all week.
Electro | Clinton Sparks- Who Is Ready To Jump (Rage Bootleg)
Posted by A on April 11, 2012
In anticipation of Clinton Sparks’s upcoming, “My Awesome Mixtape 3,” Clinton releases “Who Is Ready To Jump,” which samples Dada Life, Knife Party, and more. Coming off a recent Grammy nomination for his work on Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” album, Clinton has been hard work in the studio with Disco Fries, Pitbull, and R3hab. Next month, Clinton plans on releasing his forthcoming “Watch You” single featuring two very special guests yet to be revealed. Be sure to follow him on his various social networking sites below!
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Contests | Radical Something New York Ticket Giveaway
Posted by LoffyG on March 15, 2012
Attention Radical Something Fans! We have teamed up with Radical Something yet again to give away a pair (2) of tickets to their New York show held at The Studio at Webster Hall on 3/21/12. Kinetics and One Love will also be performing at the show so you can expect to see “Be Easy” LIVE! All the event info can be found on this page. The guys also put together a little promo video for the NYC show, catch that after the jump! If you haven’t picked up the No Sweat EP that is also available here on iTunes. To enter the contest follow the simple directions below:
1. Like FreshNewTracks on Facebook
2. Like Radical Something on Facebook
3. Post this FB status: @Fresh New Tracks and @Radical Something are giving away a pair (2) of Radical Something tickets to their show at The Studio at Webster Hall in New York on 3/21/12: http://freshnewtracks.wpengine.com/2012/03/15/radical-york-ticket-giveaway/ [note: the “@” should tag FNT and RS in the post – make sure the post is visible to everyone aka us]
The winner will be announced 3/19
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