Darius | Soundcloud

Every once and awhile I’ll hear a song that puts me at absolute peace. It will be a song that reminds me of just how powerful music can be; emotionally, physically, inspirationally. It’s a feeling that I only can imagine is comparable to being in a complete meditative state. Simply being one with your existence. It sounds extreme, but I’m positive everybody hears a song that makes them feel like this at least once.

Recently for me, that song was Darius’ remix of Crayon’s “Give You Up” (released on Yuksek’s record label Partyfine). I was hooked. It only made sense when I found out he was half of C+A+D Favorite Cherokee. The smooth synths and airy vocals give it this dreamy feel that gets me every time I listen to it. Though I can comfortably say that track is the pinnacle of Darius’ solo career so far, every track on his soundcloud has something special to offer.

Blackedout | Soundcloud

Blackedout makes me think of the “one too many” bong-rip after a night of drinking. Melting into the couch. Drifting into never land. Contemplating on whether or not the last few shots were even worth it. As always is the case, probably not. But then you have this jam. Just let it take over and lay you to sleep in peace. It’s so dreamy. Thankfully Blackedout has it up for free download. Check this and his other winter vibe tracks on his soundcloud. His self-titled EP is downloadable free here.

2manyDJs | Soundcloud | Tickets

When I think of the godfathers of modern electronic music, a few names come to mind: Daft Punk, James Murphy, Justice, and the lesser known brothers of Soulwax (AKA 2manyDJs). The amount of influence these guys have had on many of our idols shouldn’t go unmentioned. They’re well respected and highly regarded in the electronic music community by many, but aren’t nearly as recognized as they should be. When taking time out of their studio in Belgium, these two are traveling the world; either with their full band for the sensational live show that is Soulwax or in the brotherly twosome as 2manyDJs.

While they are normally found rocking the larger stages of festivals, seeing a club show curated by these two is a privilege. Not to mention that they’ll be at Sound Nightclub which coincidentally has the best sound in town. LA, we’re in for a treat tomorrow.

Tracks From As Heard On Radio Soulwax Part 2

Destiny’s Child: Independent Woman / 10CC: Dreadlock Holiday
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Dolly Parton: 9 To 5 / Röyksopp: Eple
[audio:https://controlaltdelight.com/Music/2manyDJs/18%20Dolly%20Parton_9%20To%205%3b%20%20R%C3%B6yksopp_Eple.mp3]

Skee-Lo: I Wish / Maurice Fulton Presents Stress: My Gigolo / The Breeders: Cannonball
[audio:https://controlaltdelight.com/Music/2manyDJs/21%20Skee-Lo_I%20Wish%20%28A%20Capella%29%3b%20%20Maurice%20Fulton%20Presents%20Stress_My%20Gigolo%3b%20%20The%20Breeders_Cannonball.mp3]

Mighty Mouse | Soundcloud

It’s nice to watch someone’s progression and see that they are continuing to grow and master their skill. Mighty Mouse has always had a knack for releasing groovy disco and house tracks, but his most latest release is the pinnacle of his journey thus far. The astounding vocals from Monarchy’s Ra Black backing up Mighty Mouses’s funky beat brings the song together beautifully. Almost reminiscent of Michael Jackson, if I do say so myself. Excited to see where else Mighty Mouse takes his sound.

BONUS REMIX

Flume | Chet Faker | Our Flume Interview

It’s no surprise to see these Australian natives coming together again for an official release. Flume and Chet formerly collaborated on “Left Alone,” one of the many standout tracks on Flume’s double-platinum, self-titled record. When you see Chet’s lumberjack-esque and raw exterior, you’d never imagine the range and power of his vocals. Combined with a textbook Flume beat on “Drop the Game”, and you’re feeling weightless; gliding just overhead a foggy rain forest. Is that weird? See for yourself below.

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Gramatik | Our Interview | Soundcloud

Last year I had the fortunate opportunity to venture off on my own to central and South America. I took any chance I had to talk to someone and direct the conversation to what makes them happy or what their passions entailed. Those conversations really put the human spirit and the world into perspective to me in a whole new way. With my answer to both of those questions being music, I was under serious pressure to show them something worthwhile and fresh. It didn’t take long for me to get set on sharing Gramatik and his universal bread of hip hop and electronic. The album I showed everyone is below, and you can download it free here.

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Boys Noize | Soundcloud

A tribute to different, funkier times. Boys Noize goes vintage on his remix of an unforgotten legend. Reminiscent of his remix of Chemical Brothers “Yeah”, or Cut Copy’s “Lights and Music”, or even Feist’s “My Moon My Man”. Boys Noize adds his trademark grit on these tracks in ways we could never have imagined.

BONUS

Cut Copy – Lights and Music (Boys Noize Remix) (Right Click > Save As)
[audio:https://controlaltdelight.com/Music/07%20Lights%20%26%20Music%20%28Boys%20Noize%20Remix%29.mp3]