HURT (Johnny Cash 8bit Cover) by BULLW∆CK

HURT (Johnny Cash 8bit Cover)

Random Access Memories - Daft Punk

The highly anticipated (understatement of the year) return of French electronic duo Daft Punk is available for streaming on iTunes, so give it a listen.

Secondhand Rapture - MS MR

Here's a stream of MSMR's upcoming debut album, Secondhand Rapture.  No real surprise in the sound of the album, most of it is in the same dark, poppy vein as their Candy Bar Creep Show EP.  It's definitely not bad though.  This is the sort of music I would do housework to I think.  I'm listening to it now and I'm packing.  Give it a listen, it's not too shabby.  If you're only going to check out one song on here, excluding the previously released material, I have to say I'm most partial to "Head Is Not My Home."
Enjoy!

"You & I" - Crystal Fighters

A wonderfully bouncy tune.  Summoning summer and spring from where ever they had been hiding.  

"Closure" - Owl Eyes (Giraffage Remix)

Oh my.  The sonic goodness.  Giraffage.  From the beats, to the samples, to the snares, just so near perfection (absolutes are a no-no in my book).  Ranging from wonderfully downtempo, to perfectly glitchy 'chorus' sections.  Just a joy to listen to.  One of those tracks that just transports you.

"Rolling Stone" - The Weeknd (Truth Remix)

Heard this for the first time just today, and I'm hooked.  Wonderfully mesmerizing.  The rising and sinking sensations... Makes me feel like I'm floating just beneath the surface of an perfectly calm, perfectly clear lake.

"Sleeping Ute" - Grizzly Bear (Nicolas Jaar Remix)

After a hiatus, Nicolas Jaar is back.  Check out this amazing track.  It's an experience.

"Trying To Be Cool" - Phoenix

Just take a step back and listen..  Phoenix are really masters of the pop craft.  Mars' voice is just so perfect for the symphony of synths and sounds that Phoenix just love to use.
Enjoy!

"Farther" - Vacationer

Vacationer, perfect for relaxation.  Check out their new video.  It's really just majestically beautiful.

Bankrupt! - Phoenix

Phoenix' next album, BANKRUPT!, which I have been waiting for for longer than I should have is out officially in 1 week.  It's expected out on the 23rd according to iTunes.  Mark your calendars.

"More Than You Know" - Flume

I don't like making grandiose statements all that much... Oh who am I kidding, who doesn't?  However, genius is a word I'm careful to ascribe.  That said, Flume, and everything this Australian producer has been involved with (that I am familiar with; it's best to avoid absolutes) has touches of brilliance.  More than touches really, gobs.
Here is his new video for "More Than You Know,"off of Flume, his eponymous debut.
The video is artful and tastefully crafted, almost as much as the music.
Enjoy!



Damn.. Australia is blossoming with artists and producers and all sorts of creative brilliance at the moment.

"Hold When You Get Love And Let Go When You Give It" - Stars (Com Truise Remix)

Stars were one of my favorite bands for a while.  And then "The North" hit and it was awesome.  And they toured.  And I missed it.  I was sad.
Here is a great remix of one of the tracks off "The North,"one of its lead singles in fact, by Com Truise. What this remix succeeds in doing is preserving the original vibe of the song, while giving it a whole new flavor.  Com Truise knows his stuff apparently.  I'll have to give him a listen.  If you like the remix, maybe you should too.
Enjoy!

"Safe and Sound" - Capital Cities (RAC Remix)

Capital Cities have been essential to any feel good mix or warm day sounds for me since I stumbled onto them at some point last year.  Now though, remix maestros RAC, primarily André Anjos, have found them and done what they do best: modify the beauty of a track and create a new track that holds its own as a work of art.

"Track 2" and "Track 3" - Jai Paul

Well hey there.  It's been a while.  Let's just say I've been on sabbatical, taking care of my living arrangements for the future and what not.  That said, music has been moving forward without us being able to update you.  Obviously, the biggest news is always surrounding Daft Punk, who, by now, have convinced me that they are the masters of manipulating the public.  They know when to give us a bit, when to withhold.  It's almost abusive, but we love it.
However, coming back from two weeks of leave, what I'm most excited about is Jai Paul.  You might remember him from "BTSTU" or "Jasmine,"which were both excellent.  If not, you are about to get (re-)acquainted with him.





Here are two tracks off his debut.  Enjoy! I know you will.

UPDATE!! These are not official releases!  Supposedly put up from Jai Paul's stolen laptop.  These tracks, along with the entire album, are un finished and unmastered, which means they will only get better!

"Oblivion" - Bastille (Manila Killa Remix) and "Angels" - The Xx (Manilla Killa Remix)

I've shared this guy before.  It seems like with every piece he puts out, he just gets better and better.  For  those not familiar with Bastille, stylized B∆STILLE, check them out, their one the bands of the year, with their first original material album having come out in early 2013, to paraphrase Walter Sobchak, they're not exactly bleepin lightweights.
Manila Killa though, based out DC at the moment, is just a university student like the rest of us, but damn, can he mix.  He's definitely worth following on SoundCloud, he does not disappoint!
Enjoy!



Oh and on this glorious first day of April, with sun shining, and everything on the up & up, here's a twofer, a double header if you will.  Manilla Killa's just on a roll.
And again, Enjoy!

"Fireworks of the Sea" - White Arrows (Amika Akaya Remix)

You might know him from his side-project Tribe of Zebras, but now Amika Akaya is putting out sounds solo.  This trap remix of the well received noise-pop group White Arrows is a good show, he hasn't lost his touch, and better is likely to come from him in the not too distant future.
Enjoy!

"Wolves" - Fossil Collective

This british band is set to have their debut, Tell Where I Lie, is due out April 8th, and has been much awaited.  To those of you in the UK or Ireland, they'll be touring throughout much of April and May, so definitely check them out.
Enjoy!

"How Deep Is Your Love" - Bee Gees (Pop Etc Cover)

In the wake of a night out, this is the perfect chill acoustic cover to listen to.  Enjoy!

"Diane Young" - Vampire Weekend

Coming out with their first album in three years, ish, Vampire Weekend is back with Modern Vampires of the City, and I have to say, what I've heard so far is pretty great.  They've released a couple singles off it, and color me impressed.  I'm expecting this album to best their last, Contra.  Enjoy!

"Brennisteinn" - Sigur Rós

Can you say new Sigur Rós!?  Oh gosh this is exciting.  Enjoy!
Still dreamy, except the dreaminess features more heavily as a backdrop than previous songs.  Released in anticipation of a new album due out in mid-June, and if this is any indication, I like where this is going.