The Jackson 5 vs the Knocks

The Knocks are fresh out of the studio with a crisp new Jackson 5 mix. Its the sort of music you'd hear accompanying a joyous cola beverage commercial (complete with swirling colors and people of all elasticities dancing in the street).

Also Visit:

The Knocks Myspace
The Knocks Twitter

$ The Jackson 5 - The Love You Save (The Knocks Remix)

Britain FTW

Ernold Sane and DJ Barletta have met up to create an unstoppable justice league of MAD BEATS. I had been talking with Mr. Sane in eager anticipation for his next remix, which you can find below as well as three even newer remixes of famous British artists you may know and love.

[Bonus]: The last remix posted below is the one I've been excited to post entitled, "Rockin' with the Best". It has nothing to do with Britain, but its new and more than noteworthy.

Also Visit:
Ernold Sane Myspace
DJ Barletta Myspace

$ The Charlatans - Toothache (Barletta + Ernold Sane Remix)

$ Oasis - Lyla (Barletta + Ernold Sane Remix)

$ Kasabian - Vlad the Impaler (Barletta + Ernold Sane Remix)

$ Aeron Lecrate - Rockin With the Best (Ernold Sane Remix)

Hello From Toronto

Spiral Into the Storm is a Toronto based artist with a great love for Friendly Fires, "I absolutely could not resist remixing their latest Kiss Of Life single" and a great ability to transform pop singles into long sprawling epics. Enjoy this lush reinterpretation the vibrant Friendly Fires single.

Also (partly) from Toronto, What Kind of Breeze Do You Blow are back with this new mix of the much loved breakthrough act, The XX. I've yet to figure out the buzz surrounding the XX but I've always enjoyed the WKOBDYB productions. WKOBDYB also put out a mixtape not too long ago, that has some choice tunes for you to enjoy:

$ What Kind of Breeze Do You Blow? - Hello, From Toront? Mixtape
tracklist in comments

Also Visit:
Spiral Into the Web
WKOBDYB Myspace

$ Friendly Fires - Kiss of Life (Spiral Into the Storm Remix)

$ The XX - Night Time (What Kind of Breeze Do You Blow Remix)

Au Revoir Simone - Shadows

The Illest

[A] Check out this monster mix of the new Phantom's Revenge Single by FutureFlashs. Let it wash over you and evolve in your headphones until you're neck deep into the sound, thinking to yourself "Oh. Oh this is good".

[B] Then if you'll follow me to the next room we have one of the remixes featured on the new Oh Shit! E.P, titled, "The Illest" (remixed by Joman). In this mix we have your standard electro hip hop killer on the dance floor track that is certain to fulfill your grimy 'gottadancedirty' desires. Seriously good stuff.

[C] Lastly we have another Redlight remix shortly following his Beyonce production. This time RL lays some dirty bass on top of one of the best Vampire Weekend tunes (complete with some stellar vocal cut ups and crowd pleasing breakdowns). Enjoy:

Also Visit:

FutureFlashs Myspace

OhShit! Web

OhShit! Myspace

Redlight Myspace

$ The Phantom's Revenge - When Mr. Hyde Killed Dr. Jekyll (FutureFlashs & Dare2Disco Remix)

$ Oh Shit! - The Illest ft. Messinian (Joman Remix)

$ Vampire Weekend - Ottoman (Redlight Remix)

Martin Solveig vs Dragonette vs Laidback Luke

Here's Laidback Luke's newest remix collaboration with Dragonette and Martin Solvieg in preparation of Dragonette's new album "Fixin to Thrill". With a techno beat and some waspy synths, Laidback Luke bangs out another instant classic to add to your dance catalog.

Also Visit:
Dragonette Myspace
Laidback Luke Myspace
Martin Solveig Myspace

$ Martin Solveig ft. Dragonette - Boys & Girls (Laidback Luke remix)

Cassius vs Don Diablo

French house legends, Cassius have released the first remix off the "Youth, Speed, Trouble, Cigarettes" E.P (out Nov. 5 on Cassius Recs) with a brand new remix by Don Diablo.

The rapid acceleration with which Don Diablo has risen to the pinnacle of blog success was received with an equal amount of criticism.

I assure you that this latest mix will gain notoriety only for its quality. If you ever had beef with Mr. Diablo, take a listen to this instant funk classic and you will fall in love.

[Bonus] new artist, square8 puts an impressive and innovative new sound to the much remixed "Might Like You Better"

Also Visit:

Don Diablo Myspace

Don Diablo Web

Cassius Myspace

Square8 Myspace

$ Cassius - Youth, Speed, Trouble, Cigarettes (Don Diablo Remix)

$ Amanda Blank - Might Like You Better (square8 Remix)

Chromeo - Night By Night (new single)

Resurrecting the sounds of Eye of the Tiger, Chromeo are back with a heavy hitting single that goes by the name, "Night by Night". Earlier this was released on Youtube for streaming but now it's out in the open as a free single thanks to Green Label Sound. I don't have to tell how great his one is, you're probably already listening and loving it.

Also Visit:
Chromeo On Greenlabel
Foolsgold Recs
Chromeo on Myspace

$ Chromeo - Night By Night

Mustard Pimp - Cherry (Remix)

There's no mistaking the quality of the newly released floor filler by rising stars (newly ranked amongst the Dim Mak family), Mustard Pimp.

The mix starts out with some standard breaks and beats while slowly, almost as if creeping up behind you, an anthem-like synth track presents itself.

The hypnotic melody draws you in with a climactic buildup that has you itching for the bass to drop. And when it does, you go a little insane.

$ Mustard Pimp - Cherry ft Kali (Mustard Pimp Dark Remix)

Dave Wrangler: Notorious

From the opening loop that draws you in to the jaw dropping bassline that knocks you off you feet, I present to you one of this years best remixes mashups.

Its like Dave Wrangler found the ghost of Biggy and had him rap over some instrumental that Busta or Missy wish they had thought of first:

[note] I had originally thought that Dave Wrangler made the beat but the instrumental is taken from the new Dirty Money single called "Love Come Down". I still like this mashup better than the Dirty Money original.

Also Visit:
http://www.davewrangler.com/
http://www.myspace.com/davewrangler
http://www.twitter.com/davewrangler

$ Notorious B.I.G. feat. Diddy - Warning (Dave Wrangler Remix)

Crookers vs BeatauCue

BeatauCue return shortly after success with their Pon De Floor remix presenting a new collaboration with legendary Crookers.

I wasn't too psyched about the new Crookers single but BeatauCue have stripped away some of the awkward vocals to reveal a more approachable reggaeton banger version. It's a must have for those who thrive on deep echoing basslines.

Also Visit:

www.myspace.com/beataucue

BeatauCue vs Major Lazer

$ Crookers - Put Your Hands on Me (BeatauCue Remix)

Chromeo - Night By Night

via (BISB)

Sounds great.

Dragonette - Art/Tracklist/Remixes

"Dragonette are on the verge of releasing their 2nd LP, “Fixing To Thrill.” It will be available in Canada on September 29th, Australia on Ocober 3rd, and in the rest of the world digitally on October 6th and physically October 20th."

Check the above artwork; reminds me of Golden Eye graphics. I'm anticipating this release, which hits the states in less than a month. In the meantime, peep the tracklist as well as some delicious promo remixes.

Fixin To Thrill Tracklist:
1. Fixin To Thrill
2. Gone To Far
3. Liar
4. Stupid Grin
5. Easy
6. Pick Up The Phone
7. We Rule The World
8. Big Sunglasses
9. Okay Dolore
10. Come On Be Good
11. You’re A Disaster
12. Don’t Be Funny

Also Visit:
http://www.myspace.com/lespetitspilous
http://www.myspace.com/dragonetteband
Dragonette - Pick Up the Phone (Vid)

$ Martin Solveig ft. Dragonette - Boys & Girls (Les Petits Pilous Remix)

$ Dragonette - Pick Up The Phone (Richard X Radio Version)

Don't Stop Till You Get Enough

Seems like Mr. Figure is always on the grind. Some promising material coming from this producer in the future, but for now enjoy his take on "Kontact Me".

Also Check:
Figure Myspace
Figure Twitter

$ Boys Noize - Kontact Me (Figure Bootleg)

Watch Holy Ghost Do They Thang

via MD

This is pretty amazing.

While watching this video, you can pretend that Holy Ghost are your BFFs, just showin you all their awesome analog synths, and enlightening you on what those knobs and bottons do.

They seem like pretty cool guys...I'd get my chill on with 'em.

Also Visit:
Holy Ghost Myspace
Holy Ghost Blog

<3 Tiga

What a wonderful character Tiga is. One can't help but be charmed by his animated aristocratic nature. Here's his facebook page bio:

"Thank you for allowing me to share in your wonderful Book of Faces. I like to think of the Internet as a tiny mutant-man with flesh the texture of brain tissue. And now I am here to lead you in prodding him ever forward, me with my Cat O’ Nine Vibes, and you with whatever cache you manage to derive from associating with me.

This is the official Tiga Facebook group. It cost me a great deal of my dignity to acquire.
Think of yourselves as zoo animals and this group as a food pellet dispenser. And imagine that I run a pellet dispenser business. And that each of the pellets is seasoned with information. Tiga Information."

Tiga on Facebook

Kings of Convenience - Boat Behind (Video)

Enjoy this advertisement for hitchhiking in the form of a new Kings of Convenience single. It will "make you miss summer more than you already do" [Spinner]. I've always loved the Kings; can't wait for the new album.

Also Visit:
Video Premier on Spinner
Astralwerks

3 For Wednesday

How ARE you?

I have a few choice tracks to share with you this evening including some remixery of Filthy Dukes by the new and promising Cassette Rock producers.

Also on the list is a mix of Beyonce's latest single, "Control" by Redlight. Nice timing on this Beyonce remix, Redlight...almost too nice... >.>

And then of course you have this Rifo/Ridha/Alkan track that's been floating around which I'll post not just for the hits (but those too of course) but mainly because I support Sir Bob. The remix is well done, although it does remind me too much of Cartal's "Skeleton" in the beginning.

Also Visit:

www.cassettejam.com

www.myspace.com/cassette_jam

www.myspace.com/TheRedlightRemixes

HTTP://WWW.DIMMAK.COM

http://www.myspace.com/thebloodybeetroots

http://www.rcrdlbl.com

$ The Filthy Dukes - Tupac Robot Club Rock (Cassette Rock Remix)

$ Beyonce - Control (Redlight Remix)

$ Erol Alkan & Boys Noize - Death Suite (Bobermann Remix)

Pon De Floor Remixes

The minimal jungle banger essence of Pon De Floor leaves plenty of room for producers to inject their own flavor. Amongst a giant wave of remixes, the Chewy Chocolate Cookies version stands out with a climactic coked out breakdown.

Among other notables is BeatauCue's mix which has been given support by the likes of "Crookers, Sinden, Major Lazer, Djedjotronic" etc. The BeatauCue remix is not my fav, but I trust the previously mentioned Dj's to know what's up.

Also Visit:

Chewy Chocolate Myspace

BeatauCue Myspace

[vid] Crookers play BeatauCue

[vid] Sinden plays BeatauCue

Major Lazer on Itunes

$ Major Lazer - Pon De Floor (Chewie Chocolate Cookies Remix)

$ Major Lazer - Pon De Floor (BeatauCue Remix)

DJ Hero - Daft Punk Trailer

via TMS

To be quickly followed by "Stage Lighting and Visuals Hero"

EOTS vs Cassian

Ever since Cassian's ace remix of Miami Horror's "Make You Mine", he's been an artist whom I greatly anticipate. The latest Cassian production has him drenching Empire of the Sun's latest single in melodic disco gold. Don't miss it.

Also Visit:

http://www.myspace.com/cassian

http://www.banggang.com.au/

Cassian Lightyear Mini Mix

$ Empire of the Sun - Standing On the Shore (Cassian Remix)

JOTS - BBB

Jokers Of The Scene "Baggy Bottom Boys" from Mr Goldbar on Vimeo.

Boys Noize vs John Roman

Mr. Roman is back on the grind with this new rendition of Boys Noize' soon to be single, "Kontact Me". It was only a matter of time before producers started toying with the promo leak of "Schnitzel", and this one by John Roman is my favorite so far.

I'm surprised nobody has played around with any of the other songs off the album; "Transition" being my favorite.

Also Visit:
http://www.myspace.com/johnromandj

$ Boys Noize - Kontact Me (John Roman Remix)

Au Revoir Simone vs Neon Indian

NN is quickly becoming a mirror site for all the glory that can be had over at Binary (all in the name of good promotion) I couldn't NOT pass this one your way:

What we have for you today is a collaboration composed of the coolest of the cool kids right now, Neon Indian and Au Revoir Simone.

The remix is a lofi dance pop anthem composed of fluttering flutes and warping arpeggiated synths that is sure to keep you happy in the long run.

Neon Indain Live!!!

Sep 9 2009 8:00P Rubber Gloves Denton, Texas
Sep 11 2009 8:00P The Outland Ballroom Springfield, Missouri
Sep 12 2009 8:00P MONOLITH FESTIVAL Morrison, Colorado
Sep 24 2009 8:00P VICE Presents @ Westergas Factory Amsterdam
Sep 25 2009 8:00P Novylon Antwerp
Sep 26 2009 8:00P Cargo London
Sep 28 2009 8:00P Harley Sheffield
Sep 29 2009 8:00P BARFLY Camden
Oct 2 2009 8:00P Emo’s (ACL after party avec !!!) Austin, Texas
Oct 16 2009 8:00P Club Down Under Tallahasee, Florida
Oct 17 2009 8:00P TSI Jacksonville, Florida
Oct 18 2009 8:00P The Earl Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 19 2009 8:00P Rock n’ Roll Hotel Washington D.C
Oct 20 2009 8:00P The Barbery Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Oct 24 2009 8:00P Music Hall of Williamsburg New York, New York
Oct 25 2009 8:00P La Paloma Sabanera Hartford, Connecticut
Oct 27 2009 8:00P Lincoln Hall Chicago, Illinois
Oct 28 2009 8:00P Magic Stick Detroit, Michigan
Oct 29 2009 8:00P The Bishop Bloomington, Indiana
Oct 30 2009 8:00P University of Wisconsin (Der Rathskeller)Madison, Wisconsin
Oct 31 2009 8:00P Granada Theater Dallas, Texas
Nov 7 2009 6:30P FFF Fest Blue stage Austin, Texas
Nov 10 2009 8:00P Savoy! Cork
Nov 11 2009 8:00P Bash Riprock’s Lubbock, Texas
Nov 11 2009 8:00P Kilby Court Salt Lake City, Utah
Nov 12 2009 8:00P Neurolux Boise, Idaho
Nov 13 2009 8:00P Lemon Beat Guadalajara
Nov 14 2009 8:00P Pasaje America Mexico City
Nov 15 2009 8:00P Nectar Lounge Seattle, Washington
Nov 15 2009 8:00P Nectar Lounge Seattle, Washington
Nov 16 2009 8:00P Shine Vancouver, British Columbia
Nov 19 2009 8:00P rickshaw shop San Fransisco, California
Nov 19 2009 8:00P rickshaw shop San Fransisco, California
Nov 20 2009 8:00P Echoplex Los Angeles, California
Nov 21 2009 8:00P Club congress Tuscon, Arizona
Dec 10 2009 8:00P Savoy W/White Lies Cork
Dec 11 2009 8:00P Primavera Club Madrid
Dec 12 2009 8:00P Primavera Club Barcelona
Dec 12 2009 8:00P Academy W/White Lies Dublin
Jan 2 2010 8:00P Corner Hotel W/Chairlift Melbourne
Jan 7 2010 8:00P Manning Bar W/Chairlift Sydney
Jan 8 2010 8:00P Empire Sydney
Jan 9 2010 8:00P Chillwave Festival Melbourne

Also Visit:
Binary On Facebook

Binary On Myspace

Neon Indian On Myspace

$ Au Revoir Simone - Another Likely Story (Neon Indian Remix) ☜

Felix Cartal - Drone (complete with artwork by ikea)

With a simple kick drum and a swarming bass line, Felix Cartal crafts his latest symphony, "Drone". There's enough breathing room and melody in this intelligent banger to ensure its place as a staple in set lists worldwide.

What others have to say:

”Unique, well produced, and cutting edge. A breath of fresh air from the majority of ‘electro’ music being released right now.” - Wolfgang Gartner

“This track definitely brings a big vibe and good pay off. We’ll definitely be supporting this!” - Daniel Linton of LA Riots

“Drone is big!!!!! really gone off everytime i played it! breakdown is epic too!!” - Foamo

Felix plays a mean live set:
Sep 4 @ DANCEISM LOS ANGELES, California
Sep 5 @ SHAW CONFERENCE CENTRE EDMONTON, Alberta
Sep 12 @ THE PARAGON THEATRE HALIFAX, Nova Scotia
Sep 13 @ RITUAL NIGHTCLUB OTTAWA, Ontario
Sep 14 @ ELIXIR NIGHT CLUB KINGSTON, Ontario
Sep 18 @ PURE NIGHT CLUB MCALLEN, Texas
Sep 25 @ AVALON LOS ANGELES, California
Sep 26 @ VOYEUR SAN DIEGO, California
Oct 2 @ NEON MONTREAL, Quebec
Oct 3 @ LONDON MUSIC HALL LONDON, Ontario
Oct 9 @ THE EGG LONDON, England

Also Vist:
http://myspace.com/felixcartal
http://felixcartal.com/
http://twitter.com/felixcartal
http://www.dimmak.com

$ Felix Cartal - Drone

BFF

BFF is a DJ night started by Myself and my friend Steve (Burgers) Cross. It will be stationed in East Nashville off five points. The Location is called "Mad Donna's" across from a lesbian bar called "The Lipstick Lounge".

It starts this friday (9/11) and its free (18+)

BFF Facebook Page

$ Run DMC - My Adidas (Pilotpriest Remix) (via) ♥

Baxter + Lifelike

After exploring some new territory with my favorite new label, "Binary" I found this recently released gem.

I couldn't say it better than their own promo:

"this seems like a true return to form for Lifelike. I'm sure if you're banging out 2-3 remixes a month for all sorts of clients it takes its toll on an artists ability to stay creative and innovative, but here's an example of a great artist getting inspired and making just a great song."

more info on the songs meaning here

$ Baxter - Proof (Lifelike Remix)

Keenhouse - Civic Transit

What are you supposed to do when you open up your inbox and Binary gives you this music. I had never heard Civic Transit; I had heard the name "Keenhouse" a few times in passing, probably referenced at Discodust or something

Might as well buy a "Life Is Good" tee.

The single was released last year (I'm upset I missed this one). It combines all of the purest elements of the decade we love, resulting in something that sounds like it'd be used in an educational video for kids.

Keyboard sax trills, warm synths and a froggy bass are supported by a simple beat that doesn't overwhelm the flow.

What makes this single new is that its release is acompanied by remixes from the upandcoming Anoraak (smooth & dreamy) and Fabian (punchy workout disco).

Thanks again Binary for making blogging so easy. I almost feel dirty for posting such quality songs at a quality bitrate for free but they said it was all good so here you go:

Keenhouse on Itunes

$ Keenhouse - Civic Transit
$ Keenhouse - Civic Transit (Anoraak LAX Remix)
$ Keenhouse - Civic Transt (Fabian Remix)

^no point ranking them, they're all stellar

The Promo Post

So here comes the Promo Post, where I have an item of social relevance that I just purchased which is laid out on a beige carpet to have its picture taken.

This simple action has many advantageous outcomes:

a.) it gives the appearance that I buy all my music and am a TRUE supporter of the scene

b.) it shows that I'm just a normal person with beige carpeting which helps readers feel like they know me (look, there's my shadow in the pic!)

c.) it's possible that labels will see this post and send me a bunch of free stuff, which I can take more pics of

d.) you get to be that one guy in the comment thread who says "Well I, for one still buy music!"

------heres where I get serious----------

All that aside, I have to say the show tonight with French Horn Rebellion and Database was a lot of fun and I was happy to throw my five dollars their way. Hopefully someone will do the same for me If I ever get serious about making tunes.

Special thanks to Mr Hobbs for getting the guys out to the Ville.

BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY!!!!

This song is crazy good:

$ French Horn Rebellion vs. Database - Beaches & Friends (Hey Champ Remix)

Good Morning Good Night

Had a nice chat with the GMGN boys; always nice to get to know your artists personally. These kids are deep into the electro funk vibe as well as the DIY vibe.

"We basically decided to remix/mix one of our favorite George Duke tracks into a dancefloor killer for our live sets"

With crisp production value and digital nostalgic charm, I present to you "On My Mind", my new favorite dance anthem:

$ GMGN - On My Mind

also check out their myspace. It's a home away from home :)