Flight Facilities Special + The Swiss

Guys, there is new Flight Facilities on the horizon. I've been absolutely playing out the first single off their new EP, Foreign Language, which came out about a month ago. And I couldn't be more pleased to tell you all that they just released yet another single: 'Feeling'. Everyone get excited for this to drop, and be sure to checkout the all star cast of artists that have remixes on the EP.

Foreign Language featuring Jess is a smooth disco track with intoxicating vocals and a beautiful jazzy bass line. The guitar riffs and the subtle percussion are all so tasteful... I pretty much feel like James Bond when I listen to this track. I just killed the bad guy and now I'm relaxing with my gorgeous, low maintenance, lady friend on a tropical beach somewhere far away from reality.

Flight Facilities - Foreign Language feat. Jess by flightfacilities

The second track that they just uploaded to their SoundCloud brings a little more heat. A punchier kick drum and an energetic guitar line make this track the epitome of dance floor friendly. Give me more funk. This EP is shaping up to be excellent.

Flight Facilities - Feeling by flightfacilities

Now I know you're heartbroken that those last two tracks were streaming only, so I'll throw you this new mixtape that they made while soaring 5 miles above the Earth. As per usual with Flight Facility mixes, if you love disco and funk, you're going to love what you hear. Sundays are definitely disco days. Hell, every day is a disco day. Enjoy.
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37,000 ft Mixtape by flightfacilities

The only thing that rivals their wonderful production abilities is their disgustingly good taste. Check out this track list below and hunt down those gems on here that you just can't live without.

1. Talking Heads - This Must Be The Place
2. MGMT - Congratulations (Erol Alkan Remix)
3. Wally Warning - Land Of Hunger (Todd Terje Edit)
4. Jamelia - Caribou
5. 123 Clap! - Constellation
6. Modern Amusement - Cold As Ice (louie Fresco Remix)
7. Flight Facilities - Foreign Language feat. Jess (Drop Out Orchestra Remix)
8. The Rolling Stones - Too Much Blood (Debonairs Too Much Dub)
9. Aeroplane – My Enemy
10. Das Moth – Moon
11. TC Crew – I Can't Do It Alone (Eoin Cody edit)
12. Phonique feat. Erlend Oye – For The Time Being
13. Tortoiseshell – This Girl
14. Metronomy – The Bay
15. Cut Copy – Pharoahs & Pyramids
16. Emmanuel Jal – Kuar (Henrik Schwarz Remix)
17. Colors Sound System – Yeah Mate I Hate
18. Pogo – Upular Remix
19. Bocca Grande – Procedere 2011 (Morgan Geist)
20. ZZT – Zzafrika (Julio Bashmore Remix)
21. Penguin Prison – Fair Warning (Disco Bloodbath Remix)
22. Lazydisco – More Tigers (The C90s Remix)
23. Coatimundi – No More Blues
24. Holy Ghost! – Jam For Jerry

Bonus:

Finally, something new from The Swiss. This single comes out in late September and will be followed by a brand new album due sometime next year. Typical sounds from The Swiss here. Typical and amazing.

Bonus Bonus:

THE SWISS "WOMANTHEM" (HEADMAN REMIX) by HEADMAN


Love, Patrick

Darling it's Better, Down Where it's Wetter

HEY! Long time no see... I've been the laziest blogger ever lately. I would say I've been super busy with school, but that would be kind of misleading. I've actually just been so demoralized from the all the work that I'm neglecting to do that the guilt prevented me from accomplishing anything, even things that I love (like such as: music blogging). ANYways, I'm back and I'm here to bring you the best tunes from around the worrrrrlllld. Enjoy your weekend; for me.

I'm totally late on this one, but it really really deserves to get praised. La Bombe's own Stockholm duo, Blende, recently came out with a killer EP that features two originals and one awesome remix. The first track, featured below, is a really neat electro thumper. The song continuously evolves throughout; starting out very Siriusmo-esque and sprinkling in some beautiful Daft Punk influences, eventually culminating in an extremely well rounded track that has been on repeat for weeks. Just head on over to beatport and buy this whole EP for your own sake.

Blende - Egypto by La Bombe

The next track on the EP features a very vocoder Chromeo sounding vocal line that just oozes funk. Nu disco vibes all over the place on this one. That bass synth that comes in around 1:04 is great, it really gives the track some momentum. I'm pretty confident that based on the well executed diversity that Blende has presented with this EP, they are on the up and up (and up).

Blende - One-Sided by La Bombe

Lastly, the Louis La Roche remix. How could you not love this guy. Keeping much of the integrity of the original, LLR shakes things up a bit and turns this one into pure French touch gold. Disco for the win.

Blende - One Sided (Louis La Roche Innovation) by La Bombe

Bonus:

Flight Facilities + Holy Ghost! couldn't POSSIBLY disappoint.

Holy Ghost! - Wait & See (Flight Facilities Remix)

This is an old ass track, but for me (and I hope for you), SebastiAn never ever gets boring. That synth that comes in at the beginning is orgasmic. Get yourself a good pair of headphones or speakorz for this beaut.

Klaxons - Golden Skaans (SebastiAn version 1.2.0 Remix)

The only complaint I have for this great remix is: TOO SHORT

Santigold - I'm a Lady (Benny Blanco Remix)

Love, Patrick

Workin' the Machines

We've been having record numbers of daily visitors over the past week here at Bright and Shiny, and I just wanted to thank you guys for choosing B&S. One day, you'll all be able to say "Oh, yeah, I knew about them way before they were famous," and everyone will fear and revere you. Happy Friday boys 'n' girls.

First up today is a great deeper house track by Para One. It really comes into its own right around the 1 minute mark with some great guitar synths and whistling. Trust in me, just in me, you'll like what you hear.

Para One - Kiwi

Empire Ants is one of my favorite tracks off of Plastic Beach, and true to their nature, Miami Horror slays this remix. They add some great stabbing chords and a more dancey kick to create a really nice upbeat feel to the whole track.

Gorillaz - Empire Ants (Miami Horror Remix)

Bag Raiders song turned bang0r thanks to the wiz production of Light Year. At the 1:03 minute mark, spontaneous combustion.

Bag Raiders - Turbo Love (Light Year Remix)

Electro + Hiphop is generally a winning combination. Bright and Shiny favorite Vodka & Milk unleashes the hounds on this J. Cole track. Lights please.

J. Cole - Lights Please (Vodka & Milk Remix)

Clock Opera makes some seriously catchy electro. High flying melodies and harmonies mesh perfectly in this remix to create that 'bright and shiny' feel that you guys crave. Get it while it's hot.

The Drums - Me & The Moon (Clock Opera Remix)

What I really love about RAC remixes is the subtlety they use in their instrumentation. I love their synth choices, and how they so readily maintain the integrity of the original while still enhancing it and making it their own.

Channel Cairo - Twenty (RAC Maury Remix)

Flight Facilities seems to produce music for my ears specifically. Vocals courtesy of electropop sensation Cut Copy off of their new album Zonoscope. The brushed bell synths and the seagulls create a summery beach feel that will have you yearning for those long carefree days. This song has been stuck in my head all day...

Cut Copy - Take Me Over (Flight Facilities Remix)

Bonus:

Nightrider's newest remix is absolute FIRE.

Fire Flowerz - Over (Nightriders Remix) by Nightriders

Charmingly funky original track by Mr. Gonzo.

Magic Cherry by Mr. Gonzo

Love, Patrick

You've Succeeded Admirably: Mega Post

Let's get right to it, shall we?

The New: Hot off the press

First things first. Here we have a reimagining, if you will, of Aphex Twin's On by Lazydisco. In this remake, Lazydisco adds a lot of texture and depth to an otherwise scant original track, creating what I feel is a great homage to Aphex Twin.

Lazydisco - On (Original by Aphex Twin)

Known as Azari & III, Dinamo Azari and Alixander III are responsible for this next track. Fusing elements from older house music and their own unique futuristic style, these boys put together an impeccable original that will have you yearning for more.

Azari & III - Into the Night (Original)

Bag Raiders recently came out with a full length self titled album filled with electro pop gems. After several listen through's, some of the tracks are really beginning to grow on me. This 'charming' tune is a bit off the beaten path, and all the more addicting for it.

Bag Raiders - Snake Charmer

Mustang is a brand new collaborative effort between DJ Renaud Deru (Cosy Mozzy) and Andy Faisca. Based on their latest remix, I'd say they're off to quite a good start.

Ali Love - Moscow Girl (Mustang Remix)

Flight Facilities can do no wrong. Here they've 'righted' all over an already superb C90's original track. This remix is dancey, upbeat, and downright adorable.

C90 - Shiny A Light (Flight Facilities Remix)

The Old: Treasures from the past (anything more than a week old...)

Shinichi Osawa (aka Mondo Grosso) is hands down one of my favorite producers. His influential style has brought him all over the world and reached many different musical genres, from jazz to house. With 5 solo albums and a whole slew of remixes and singles, I bring you the Japanese heavy hitter Shinichi Osawa.

Shinichi Osawa - MAIN STREET ELECTRICAL PARADE

Popular Computer - Lost & Found (Shinichi Osawa Remix)

Based out of California, Robot Science (aka Charlie Yin) truly captures the essence of robots. Bleeps and Bloops galore, this melodic serenade will soothe the mind and body.

Robot Science - Copy Paste

I don't know much about mysterious producer Amtrak, but what I do know is that his track Alto is a masterful fusion of genres that continuously evolves with each passing second, culminating in a fantastically polished track.

Amtrak - Alto

This one is hilarious. Soulwax throws it down in their re-edit of a predictably classy Miss Kitten track. "Uh excuse me, uh... Would you mind to... pump?"

Miss Kitten - Requiem for a Hit (Soulwax Re-Edit)

Ishfaq, experimental electronic producer from UK, tries his hand at a great track by The Roots. Cruisin' to this smooth killer.

The Roots - Criminal (Ishfaq Remix)

In case you haven't picked up Flying Lotus' album Cosmogramma, go do it right now. Full to the brim with colorful experimental tracks that will blow your mind, Cosmogramma is an amazing album from start to finish. Here I present you with one of my absolute favorites from the album, and his work in general.

Flying Lotus - Intro/A Cosmic Drama

Bonus:

Extremely creative video for The Avalanches' Frontier Psychiatrist. Big thanks to Jimbo Slice for this one.

Love, Patrick