From start to finish, “Youth” by Daughter is simply breathtaking. The remix starts out fairly similar to the original, a slow progression accompanied by effortlessly flowing lyrics and the hauntingly beautiful vocals of Elena Tonra. Berlin native Alle Farben speeds up the track giving it a more bouncy, uplifting feel to it that will inspire the shit out of you. So close your eyes, let the sun rays tickle your skin and enjoy.
This five piece indie pop group from New York City is in the midst of a breakthrough with their retro yet modern characteristics and vocals reminiscent of Steve Nicks. Haerts‘ debut EP, Hemiplegia, released October 2nd, was co-produced by St. Lucia and features aspects of 80′s throwback pop. Indie/electro/pop L.A. trio, Wildcat! Wildcat!, successfully remixed the track with perfectly infused synths and bass, elevating it to be better than the original. Catch Wildcat! Wildcat! on tour with MS MR, October 16th and 17th at the Troubadour in West Hollywood.
An oldie but goodie! This classy and catchy indie pop track by Feist is amped up to an electronic dimension by German DJ/producer Boys Noize. “My Moon My Man” was the first single off Feist‘s third album, The Reminder, released March 2006. The remix is featured as a bonus track on Boys Noize‘s debut album, Oi Oi Oi. If you are going to HARD’s Day of the Dead, don’t miss Boys Noize performing Saturday, November 2nd, along with other EDM superstars such as Skrillex, Nero, and Zeds Dead to name a few.
This is an utterly and completely unique Arcade Fire cover from Mr. Little Jeans; the misleading stage name for Norwegian songstress Monica Birkenes. Originally the title song from Arcade Fire’s 2010 Grammy-Award winning album, ”The Suburbs” is transformed from an upbeat folksy piano-infused tune into a slow synthesized electro jam. The song is intensified even more with this filthy electro-dub remix from Crywolf. Hope you enjoy this addictive and slightly seductive cover.
The brain center behind The xx‘s composition of electronic drums and dark wave elements is accredited to their producer Jamie Smith, aka Jamie xx. Aside from remixing numerous tracks from The xx, he has also done some reworks for artists such as Florence and the Machine, Adele, and Radiohead. Jamie completely reconstructs this track from experimental singer-songwriter Glasser. The hiccuping vocals and bumping bass provide a tantalizing effect throughout the song that feeds the need to press repeat.
This song is guaranteed love at first listen. With the beautiful female vocals, brilliant percussion, and Four Tet flow, this remix demands attention. It’s tough to go wrong when you have a band composed of already successful and respectable names in the industry such as Radiohead‘s producer Nigel Godrich, Beck and R.E.M‘s drummer, Joey Waronker, along with singer/songwriter Laura Bettinson. According to their Facebook page, Ultraista was conceived from a love of afrobeat, electronica, art and inspired by tequila. Sounds just about right, enjoy.
Want to hear some real talent from a young female vocalist who doesn’t feel the need to twerk on everything in sight? Lorde is a 16 year old singer/songwriter from New Zealand, shaking up the industry with her incredible voice, catchy beats, and luscious locks. With her debut EP, The Love Club, under her belt, her upcoming debut studio album, Pure Heroine, is on the horizon, releasing September 27th.
Another youngster well beyond his years is Australian electronic dance producer, Drew Carmody, aka LDRU. This 19 year old signed with Future Classic, delivers a deliciously smooth synth infused remix with vocal manipulations and added percussions.