FLUME | Soundcloud | Our Interview

With Flume’s upcoming mixtape release, he continues to push himself towards larger, broader horizons. After the free B.I.G. Flume mixtape that was done by one of Flume’s fans, the only logical next move was to garner hip hop collaborations of epic proportions. Right? I mean cutting raps and lyrics on Flume’s beats are like pizza and ranch. No? Sriracha and pho. Still? Fine…pb&j.

He’s released two tracks so far to hold us off. First a revamp of the classic ‘Holdin’ On’ with Freddie “Gangsta” Gibbs. Gibbs’ rhymes are one of my favorites in the game right now, so seeing these two come together is a dream come true. And second, released today, the intro track with Stalley; an orchestral masterpiece that flows like the Mississippi. The full mixtape will be released on October 18th. Check the tracks below in the meantime and the tracklist after the jump!

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Du Tonc | Soundcloud

Du Tonc is a recently formed alliance between Matt van Schie and Mighty Mouse. Together they tread off the path towards a new sound that encompasses everything funky about disco and everything tasteful from indie. Though the weather wants to transition to cold and rainy, this track is a little taste of summer, seaside chillin’. We’re very much looking forward to seeing these guys in LA live on Friday, and if you want to win tickets, go here!

Sub Focus | Buy Torus

The world that saw the release of Sub Focus’ self-titled debut in 2009 couldn’t have changed more drastically. The difference has been exponential. In technology, music, lifestyle, and pretty much every way imaginable. Nick Douwma, better known by his stage name Sub Focus, never wanted to confine himself to a single genre, but is best known for his unique breed of drum & bass.

I personally never really understood the sound until I saw the kind of energy and melody it holds at one of Sub Focus’ live shows a few years back. It was a combination of the music he played, the people that were there, and the towering live set he performed on and worked tirelessly to perfect…but that’s another story (documentary below). We live in a time where drum & bass generally doesn’t have the respect it deserves, leaving a big hole for quality material being released. I only can imagine that Sub Focus filled that void with hope that Torus inspires producers on precisely how to do it right.

Torus encapsulates just about everything that makes Sub Focus so important to me and electronic music in general: experimentation, diversity, range, and soul. He brings life back to drum & bass with “Safe in Sound,” “You Make It Better,” “Turn It Around,” and the timeless “Out The Blue.” He takes on a synth rock vibe for “Endorphins,” “Out Of Reach,” and “Until The End.” Then tracks like “Falling Down” and “Close” bring light to Sub Focus’ impeccable range across genres. There’s just something about his execution and the way he uses his vocals that consistently send chills down my spine. All we can do now is pray that he takes his “portal” live setup back on tour (specifically to southern California) so we can shower in all its glory once again!

Tracklist

1. Torus
2. Safe In Sound
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3. Endorphins Feat. Alex Clare
4. Out The Blue Feat. Alice Gold
5. Twilight
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6. Close Feat. MNEK
7. Turn It Around Feat. Kele
8. Out Of Reach Feat. Jayelldee
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9. Falling Down Feat. Kenzie May
10. Turn Back Time
11. You Make It Better Feat. Culture Shock & TC
12. Tidal Wave Feat. Alpines
13. Until The End Feat. Foxes
**iTunes Deluxe Version**
14. Eclipse
15. Original
16. Falling Down (VIP) [feat. Kenzie May]
17. Endorphins (feat. Alex Clare) [Sub Focus vs. Fred V & Grafix Remix]

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Giraffage | Yuksek | St. Lucia | Chromeo

Giraffage

Giraffage’s dreamy take on trap and dance music has quickly become one of my biggest inspirations in production. It’s fun. It’s bouncy. It’s catchy. And it’s a staple sound from this rising star. What better that he took the epic classic that is Alice Deejay’s Better Off Alone? So many feels.

Yuksek

After starting his only label called PARTYFINE, Yuksek continues to make his mark in the progression of indie music. The live unmistakeable live instruments pick this song up in a way no synthetic productions ever could. He’s on a roll, people.

Chromeo

Chromeo is back. What more do I need to say? Really? Their upcoming album aptly named White Women is one of my most anticipated of the year. With how music has evolved since their last release, it’s safe to say this LP will stand as a major influence on the disco future. Get ready for epic collaborations with Toro Y Moi, Solange, Ezra Koenig, Pat Mahoney from LCD, and OLIVER!

St. Lucia

St. Lucia is riding the chill wave home with this FREE EP in prepartion for their followup album Elevate. I’m excited to see how they mature on this release. I see big things in their future. Download the EP for FREE right here.

Odesza | Soundcloud

As chillwave continues to grow into broader horizons, Odesza explores their own flavor of angelic melodies and thunderous basslines. By utilizing their style on cut up vocal samples, the songs standout in a very uplifting way. The title track and intro on the EP My Friends Never Die quite literally swallows you whole with all these dudes have to offer. As the EP goes on, they sample the oh-so-familiar Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye and bring life to that song in a way I thought would be impossible.

Odesza continues their rise to success with an epic tour supporting Pretty Lights and Michael Menert! Check the dates after the jump, and enjoy a free download of the EP below.

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Holy Ghost | Preorder on iTunes | PHOTOS

James Murphy’s DFA Records (home of The Rapture, Hot Chip, Yacht, and more) have been releasing some of the most cutting edge music of our generation. Holy Ghost is no exception. This style, to me, is the future. Bringing in all aspects of what makes electronic music so great, but maintaining all the live elements of the classic “rock band” image. It’s quite a spectacle in concert. Drums everywhere. Pianos. Guitars. A wall of analog synths and keyboards.

The guys are finally set to release the followup to their self-titled album on September 10. Dubbed Dynamics, I’m sure we can expect to see a more refined and maturely evolved version of their debut. You’ll find two mighty fine examples below. ‘Dumb Disco Ideas,’ a funky treat, leaked a few weeks back and it showcases the band’s energetic and playful side (check the cowbell). While ‘Okay’ illustrates the emotion harbored behind their sounds. Seems like it has a ton of live concert value towards the end as well. Peep the tracklist and more songs after the jump.

Dumb Disco Ideas (Right Click > Save As)
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Crosstown Rebels | Hot Creations | Limited Tickets

It looks like Saturday in LA is going to be the house mecca at the Egyptian Theater. While most people will be breathing in pounds of dirt at the state historic park for FYF Fest (I’m only being a little bitter), the deep house heads of Southern California will be flocking to this party. Damian Lazarus, head of Crosstown Rebels, wanted to do the 10 year anniversary of Get Lost LA right. With this all star lineup of gods in their own realm, you can plan for a day PACKED with bass, hi-hats, and soulful rhythm. I’ve included several mixes below for you to get a taste, but the real deal will go from 2PM-10PM all day and followed by an afterparty with Jamie Jones at Create nightclub. With each artists set to spin 1.5-2 hour sets minimum, the following is only the tip of the iceberg. Check the mixes after the jump.

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