Starfucker | Buy Miracle Mile | Original Photos | Our Interview

One of the best parts about running a blog like this is keeping up with artists coming in and going out of their scene. Some continue a slow and steady rise to their deserved spot on a headlining stage. Others get their five minutes of fame, and then they are gone faster than they got in. Not only is it cool to see artists do well that deserve it, it’s inspirational. It makes it that much more real that if you truck through the harder times, stay persistent, and don’t give up, it WILL pay off. Starfucker is one such story that continues to surprise me every time I see them.

Starfucker – Atlantis
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Digitalism | Classixx | TICKETS

Digitalism always comes in and out of my life at random times. I’ve been listening to them since the beginning of my electronic music endeavors, and they’ve been holding their own ever since. I still remember the first time I was caught offguard with the bounciness of Pogo. And even their more recent releases stay true to that classic techno sound with their own style of Brit Rock. Not to mention funky bass extraordinaires Classixx AND half of Major Lazer’s Switch! This show is going to be of its own realm at one of the more high end clubs of LA: Exchange. Think Vegas, but not as douchey. Definitely nice to go here from time to time. This being one of those times.

Digitalism – Idealistic
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Treasure Fingers | Oliver | TICKETS

I keep wanting to say this week’s Private Label Fridays is the one I’m most excited for. But TEED was so legit. RAC last week was the guaranteed dance party I had hoped for. Now this. THEN Aeroplane. Bondax and Breakbot coming up in March. It just doesn’t stop! Treasure Fingers is one of the top mix makers in the game. Most of this guy’s shows in LA the past couple years have been free, so I’m happy he’s finally getting some paid recognition on Lure’s stage. Not to mention as the headliner!

Oliver just released their Mechanical EP, and it’s just as fresh as ever. Those dudes’ production skills are unparalleled. This continues the disco/dance streak that’s slowly taking over LA. It’s all about having a good time with this music. Nothing else. And $15 for this is a steal. Check after the jump for your chance to win tickets for you and a friend.

Oliver – Control (Original Mix) **Off Mechanical EP! Buy here!**
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French Horn Rebellion | Blende | TICKETS

I don’t know about you guys, but I definitely don’t see myself getting tired of giving away tickets to these awesome shows. Just for the record, every show we give tickets away for we also will be in attendance! We’re not the type to miss a good, free show, especially one of this caliber. French Horn Rebellion opened for Yelle when I saw her last year, and these guys know how to make sure everyone has a good time. The fact that this is going to be a live set gets me that much more excited. We’re going to see an actual French Horn in action!

French Horn Rebellion – Beaches & Friends (The Twelves Remix)
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Dim Mak beat us to the punch at getting Blende to Southern California, but I’m not complaining. This kid is a taste of 2007 Ed Banger electro. A blended concoction of aggressive synths, funky bass lines, and uplifting beats. I’ve been trying to find a reason to get back to Dim Mak Studio’s AMAZING Funktion One sound system, and it doesn’t get much better than this. You’ll have to hear it to believe it. Find out how you can win 2 tickets after the jump!

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Excision | Paper Diamond | Original Photos

Ever since Skrillex took bass music to a whole new level in mainstream culture, the scene has been over saturated. Quality bass music tunes are few and far between. I’m not one to drop an entire genre just because it’s popular, but it’s become harder and harder to get down to something unique. Seeing this type of music live takes me back to the days when I used to go to hardcore shows. The only difference is that people are way less egocentric and aggressive. So you get all that energy, and you don’t have to be worried about being sucker punched by the next douche who thinks he’s going to be the World Moshing Champion. It’s about the music now. As DJs continue to push themselves, it all comes down to what you have to offer at your show. Why should someone pay to see YOUR show? Well Excision gave us a thirty foot wide, ten foot tall reason: The Executioner.

Excision & Datsik – Deviance (Dirtyphonics Remix)
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There’s a reason Biggie is the go-to rapper for current artists to use on their beats. His flow is impetuous. His lyrics are impregnable. He’s just ferocious! Of all the hip hop album mashups I’ve heard, this one takes the cake. It’s keeps consistent throughout its entirety. Though I prefer other renditions to some of the tracks, Flume‘s beats compliment Biggie’s flow with near flawlessness. Like some of the songs should have been made that way to begin with. I’ve included a couple classic Biggie beat mashups that still get a lot of playtime from me to this day.

“Gotta stay on the positive vibe. All my people gotta stay on the positive vibe.
Negativity just brings failure. You know? We ain’t trying to fail in this game. We trying to succeed.”

RATATAT – Party And Bullshit (The Notorious B.I.G.)
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The XX – Dead Wrong Intro
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RAC | Buy Chapter One | TICKETS

Private Label Fridays in Hollywood is back! We got to go last week to see Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs play for the intimate showcase that is Lure Hollywood. This is one of the most consistent event series in LA, that we hope becomes a staple of the city. The lineup this time around includes: Treasure Fingers, Oliver, Breakbot, Aeroplane, Flight Facilities, and many more (Click here for the full lineup). The plan is to keep you guys updated as these events come and get you tickets when we can. We’ll definitely be there. Up front. Dancing. Let’s kick it! Just a pro tip with Lure…drinks are expensive. Like, really expensive. Like, “are you kidding me?” expensive. That is all.

The contest ends at 12PM Friday February 15th! The more ways you enter, the better your chance is to win. Be sure to be ready to check your e-mail, because I’ll be giving it to the first person who responds when the winner is chosen. GOOD LUCK!