Electronic, Trap | $aturn – Clift Hanger
Posted by BP on April 16, 2014
As $aturn gains more and more attention I am becoming more and more impressed with the quality of work put out. This track has been floatin’ around the net for about a week as an exclusive release but now it’s officially released to Trap City’s record label Slimkat Records. It’s just too cool to pass up including it on FNT. “Clift Hanger” is fun and bouncy. The unique sounds and synth work are divine. Trap beats carry the floaty melody through ups and downs that will charm your ears. Luckily this track is available for free download if you’re diggin’ it!
Free Download: $aturn – Clift Hanger
Hip-Hop | Logic – Now (Prod. By 6ix, Arthur McArthur & Swiff D)
Posted by Grubeats on April 8, 2014
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.
Featured | I.O.U. Talks About Their Debut Album, their past mixtapes, & much more!
Posted by VMan on March 20, 2014
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Fresh off the release of their debut album “The Soul & The Intellect” and one day away from their first show performing all of their hit songs off the album, at Saints & Sinners in NYC, FNT had a chance to link up with the up and coming New Jersey duo I.O.U. We asked the a guys a few questions on the album, on what a soul and an intellect do for fun, their past mixtapes, working with Harry Fraud and much more! Click on the jump to read what Buck and Izee had to say, and stream the entire album on the Spotify embedded player below. To get more information on their NYC show tomorrow night, click here.
Interviews | [Exclusive] The Rise Of Collin McLoughlin
Posted by BIGLIFE on March 18, 2014
We remember when we first received an e-mail from Collin McLoughlin. It was 2010, and he contacted us with a single submission. We were instantly impressed. In fact, we can still remember where we were when we heard his voice. We knew then that Collin McLoughlin was destined for greatness. While the Collin’s road to success has taken him to places like NBC’s “The Voice”, he’s on a new mission. Since July of 2013, Collin has been releasing a slew of impressive remixes and originals that have gained support from just about everyone in the blogosphere. Collin’s profile is quickly rising, so we decided to check in with him to talk about how a Youtube cover singer from New York became one of the most talked about names in the melodic bass world.
1. Forgive me for asking, but how did a guy that was knocked out in the second round of NBC’s “The Voice” become a successful melodic dubstep producer and DJ, essentially out of nowhere?
It took an incredible amount of dedication and hard work. I’ve learned everything I know about production from various online tutorials, Youtube, and trial and error. I also have had some good friends like Carlos Cid who have given me tremendous advice. That said, the majority of my DJ and production knowledge has come from an insane amount of hard hours spent teaching myself.
Chill | Steffen linck – Sticks & Stones ( EFIX & FLINT REMIX )
Posted by VMan on March 13, 2014
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EFIX & Flint did not hold back their emotions for their official remix of Steffen Linck’ “Sticks & Stones” released under Boy’s Deep. Dedicating this record to his mother, EFIX said this was his most sentimental music piece to date, and it must be the violin that takes it there. Spare 5 minutes out of your day and listen to this beauty, you won’t regret it, it gets deep! This is a must listen and look out for the release! If you like what you hear check more of these two’s work here.
Electronic | Porter Robinson – Sea Of Voices
Posted by Middy on March 2, 2014
We have been hearing about the album “Worlds” for quite some time now, and finally we have a peak at what it will sound like. Porter has repeated in interviews that it was not going to be like his other songs, but something more musical, a listening album. He released no music last year and still got even bigger in profile, a testament to the quality of each of his tunes. If his past work and “Sea Of Voices” is any indication, the album is going to be one of the best this year, without a doubt.
iTunes: Porter Robinson – Sea Of Voices
Preview, Progressive House | Thomas Newson feat. Angelika Vee – Don’t Hold Us (Preview)
Posted by Middy on February 18, 2014
Young Dutch phenom, the man responsible for hits like “Pallaroid” and “Flute“, Thomas Newson is back with anther tune that is a decidedly different tone and style from his previous productions. “Don’t Hold Us” is paired with the progressive house branch of Armada, Zouk, where this tune will work well within his discography and the label’s. Newson has collabs on the way with Bassjackers and Blinders, so don’t expect him to quiet down anytime soon. “Don’t Hold Us” is slated for release February 24th, so be on the lookout for it then.