MP3: Florence + The Machine - "Cosmic Love (Seven Lions Remix)

One of the best remixes I have heard in a while. It sounds huge but yet beautiful. It reminds me of the remix Datsik did of Coldplay's "Fix You" in the feel/atmosphere but also my reaction the first time I ever heard it. Its very rare that I find a remix this gorgeous (Not to mention something with a Dubstep feel). This track is going to be on repeat for a while.

MP3: Real Estate - "Exactly Nothing"

Well it is the middle of March and in my area, the seasonable temperatures are about 45-50 degrees (on a good) for this time of year. This week, however, has been quite the gift. Today's high was about 75 and its staying there till next week. It just feels too much like summer. So much like summer at this track from New Jersey's Real Estate makes me feel at ease. This was a B-side on their single "Easy" and today was actually the first time I heard it. This dreamy, poppy array of magical sounds has me reaching for the bathing suit... maybe in a few months.

MP3: The Kickdrums - "Thieves in the Choir"

Here's a super chill track from The Kickdrums that boasts a laid back atmosphere with a kicked back and strange guitar line, horn parts and of coarse, a nice in-the-pocket beat. On top of this, L.A.'s Casey Veggies throws down a nice verse that perfectly complements the track as a whole.

The Kickdrums - Thieves in the Choir

MP3: The Dean's List - "Hollywood"

I am very picky when it comes to hip-hop. In order to condense my "flavor" into a statement I would say that the world around the rapper (the beat, essentially) has to be interesting. The Dean's List is one of my favorite hip-hop artists and for that very reason. Just listen to this track and it has a nice mellow, dreamy atmosphere and a nice hook that really latches me on. Its a breath of fresh air to hear hip-hop songs like these.

The Dean's List - Hollywood

MP3: Martin Solveig - "The Night Out" (Madeon Remix)"

I have taken a huge liking to French producer Madeon. He produces these really big and swift remixes and has carved out his own signature tone in the electronic world. The first time I heard of this kid was when he remixed Deadmau5's "Raise Your Weapon". It was one of the most impressive remixes I had ever heard. It was even more impressive that he was 16 at the time (only a year older than myself). Non the less, this popped up on my Soundcloud and I had to share.
 

MP3: Electric Guest - "This Head I Hold"

Get ready to get funky. Get ready to get groovin. Get ready to listen to your new favorite artist. Electric Guest is rather unknown at this point but when their new album Mondo comes out on April 24th I have a feeling they will grab some listeners. After about 10 seconds of listening to this song, I was hooked. It is just so catchy and such a fresh sound to hear from a new band. It's a perfect blend of vintage grooves with modern sounds, very Mayor Hawthorne-esque.

MP3: Housse De Racket - "Hey Champ (Chateau Remix)"

Here is a remix of the awesome "Hey Champ" by Housse De Racket. This track gets the royal treatment from Chateau and turns it into a Bumpin ear feast. Crank this baby up and I dare you to try and not dance. On top of the obvious funk to this remix, there are a lot of little nuances mixed in that make this an interesting listening pleasure as well as a dance groove.
Housse De Racket - Hey Champ (Chateau Remix)

MP3: Nas - "The Don"

Well this track it nuts! First, this is an experiment post from my iPad so if it comes out weird, my apologies. Anyways, this track is Nas' new single off his upcoming 19th studio album. We heard "Nasty" a while back which received great praise but this track out does "Nasty" is my opinion. The beat is just insane. Props to Saalam Remy and as always, Nas kills it.

Word is that Nas' new album is complete so be on the lookout for the details.

MP3: Memoryhouse – “Walk With Me”

Alright folks, it's been a while. Well "a while" is an understatement. It's been TOO LONG. School, work and sports take a toll The Wave Breakers but hopefully I'll keep up with this. Here is a track from Memoryhouse off their upcoming album The Slideshow Effect due out Februrary 28th. This beautiful, luscious track encompasses your ear drums with is nice full instrumentation, playful bells, and slick vocals. Enjoy! 

Memoryhouse – “Walk With Me"

MP3: Gravy and the Biscuits – "Butter"

Oh hell yeah, this song is right up my alley. Gravy and the Biscuits is a new band out of Nashville that fuses blues and a little bit of hip hop into some suped up southern swag. This track screams vibe. Its got groove, its got soul, and its just flat out funky. Take a listen.

Gravy and the Biscuits – Butter

Mp3: Example – "Midnight Run" (Flux Pavilion Remix)

This song isn't the normal hard hitting track that one might expect from Flux Pavilion but it sure has some vibe. I really like the space in the bass line. It adds at "jerky" feeling yet you can still bob your head to it.

Mp3: Example – Midnight Run (Flux Pavilion Remix)

MP3: Childish Gambino vs Chiddy Bang – "Put It In Your Manners" (DJ 21azy Mashup)

Sweet mash here where Childish Gambino's "Put It In My Video" verses are thrown over the outstanding "Mind Your Manners" beat by Chiddy Bang. The conductor of this train is DJ 21AZY as he does and outstanding job separating this well mixed mashup from a mediocre attempt at one.

Childish Gambino vs Chiddy Bang – Put It In Your Manners(DJ 21azy Mashup)

MP3: M83 - "Intro" (Feat. Zola Jesus)

Wow. this track is killer. Everything from the uplifting intro to the scarily spoken words to the full on onslaught of the song is just perfect. Best part? this is an INTRO to an album (thus the name "Intro"). The album, Hurry Up We're Dreaming from the French electro artist M83 is due out October 18th. All in all this a very powerful tune and makes you feel like your in an epic movie (at least for me it did).

M83 - Intro (Feat. Zola Jesus)

MP3: Jape - The Oldest Mind

This track is a little different than what I normally post but it's really hitting the spot today. It's very dreamy but it's steady. It's haunting but it comforting. It's just of of "those". The beginning starts it off right away with some sweet harmonies and if your listening with headphones you will get some cool panning effect. I don't know much about Jape but they are from Ireland and have a new album Ocean of Frequency due out the end of September.

Jape - The Oldest Mind

MP3: Oberhofer – "Gotta Go"

Here's a nice track from Oberhofer which starts out with some uniquely cool vocals but then kicks in with a huge sounding synth which makes me reminisce of the past summer. Summer for me will over in two days so I'm holding on to every new post-summer jam I can find. Although, from a scientific standpoint we still have another few weeks. Not much is known about an official release from Oberhofer but an LP is expected early next year.

Oberhofer – Gotta Go

MP3: Pretty Lights - "Pretty Lights vs. Led Zeppelin"

I actually had to muster up some courage to click the play button on this song because I was afraid of that this would sound like. I am a huge Zeppelin fan, they are probably my favorite classic rock band (besides maybe Pink Floyd) but that's a whole different spectrum, I could fill another blog just about that stuff. Anyways, this mash-up is just crazy. There are 7 different Zeppelin songs crammed into here. The glitchyness is just too cool and Pretty Lights made this sound HUGE. My only gripe is how deep the vocals are but that's just minor and chances are there is a reason why they are like that from a technical standpoint so I'll let it slide. I am already on my 5th consecutive listen. Enjoy!

Pretty Lights - "Pretty Lights vs. Led Zeppelin

Here's a little bonus for you. It's a previous Pretty Lights mash from a couple months ago that I particularly enjoy. I can't wait for this EP.

Pretty Lights - Pretty Lights vs. Radiohead vs. Nirvana vs. Nine Inch Nails

VIDEO: The Drums - What You Were (New Song)

I have been waiting for new music from The Drums for a long time now. Their new, highly anticipated sophomore LP Portamento is due out September 13th. Here is a video of them performing a new track entitled "What You Were" which is featured on a weekly webcast by the band. I am very impressed with this and I'm glad to see that these guys are developing musically.

MP3: Deadmau5 - Where My Keys (Original Mix)

Well first off, Summer is coming to a close and so is my hectic schedule. I'm guessing most of you probably gave up on me but hopefully I can get this up and running again. Anyways, here is a brand new track from Deadmau5, hot off the press. It's a very solid song and is rather "low key". It still hits home pretty good as it features that signature bass sound that we all have grown to love. Check it out!

Deadmau5 - Where My Keys (Original Mix)

ALBUM STREAM: Youth Lagoon - The Year of Hibernation

So way back, near when this blog was started, I cam across a track called "Montana". I was completely blown away by the beauty and it became one of my favorite lo-fi songs that I have ever heard. Welcome to Youth Lagoon. This album is another gem (I know I have posted like 3 albums that I have called "gems" this weekend, but seriously they are all great albums) for those who love lo-fi. Although, I really am not a lo-fi expert, but this album is just worth the post. It's such a great chill out album, its very dreamy. My only gripe is how short it is but in a way its good because maybe a longer album would be too much of the same. Anyways, I'm rambling, check out this album and pick it up on August 1st.

1 - Afternoon
2 - Cannons
3 - Daydream
4 - July
5 - Montana
6 - Posters
7 - Seventeen
8 - The Hunt

MP3: Wilco - "I Might"

Great new single from Wilco. Its a very poppy and catchy tune that warms your insides a little. I'm laying here listning to this right now and i cant help my feet from tapping. Anyways this is going to be on their 8th LP Get Well Soon Everybody so check it out!

Wilco - I Might