A Case Of The Mondays

Every so often when it's a monday, I can find myself a little thrown off by the fact that the weekend is over and there's an entire week ahead before the glorious times that come between thursday and sunday, but then, after some thinking, I realize there's a solution... pounding, pounding techno music. And so, I make sure to go out and find the most banging, face crushing tracks I can find, and proceed to play them as loud as possible at myself. Only then is it possible to forget, at least for a little bit, that today's a monday. So, naturally, that's what I did this morning, and here are some of my best finds...

Mumbai Science are on some of that other shit. These belgian youngsters simply have a sound carved out for themselves that's unlike anything out there. Its somewhere in between techno and electro that escapes exact definition, but whatever it is there's no doubt that it's freaking LARGE. Their newest EP came out today, and it's already received support from Boys Noize, Tiga, and Crookers just to name a few. That should tell you pretty much everything you need to know about it. Here's one of the two songs on it, but be sure to grab the full thing off of beatport.
download: Mumbai Science - Researchers (Original Mix)



Dark and deep analog vibes pulse along all the way through this one, making me feel a bit like I'm lost in the basement of a berlin discotech every time I listen to it. Our friends over at Volta Bureau came out with this remix a couple months back and it managed to slip under our radar a bit, but I don't know how because it's absolutely incredible. Honestly, comparing this with their hit "Alley Cat", it's amazing how versatile these guys are. Definitely a group to watch in 2012 if you aren't already. This song is honestly too good, I'd feel guilty giving it away for free - make sure to buy it off of Beatport.
[Stream Only]: Pat Lok - No Shame (Volta Bureau Remix)



I recently came across a band called Computer Magic, and I've completely fallen in love with their sound. It's a dreamy, retro-styled approach to electronica that makes me think of summer days and summer haze. Play this one on the next sunny day. Be sure to follow her soundcloud for some more jams.
download: Computer Magic - Grand Junction



Lastly but definitely not least, more Grum is always good for you. I feel like listening to this song is pretty much exactly what doing cocaine in the 80s must have been like........
download: Keenhouse - Ari-es (Grum Remix)



Augustus

Lazy Blogger is Lazy

Guise... blogging is hard.  Seriously guise.  Seriously.  So here are some really good tracks that you can listen to and/or have.  Have a happy week!


Tensnake - Something About You (Pelifics Tropical Remix) [Download 320 Here]


Teeel - Corduroy Swells (Datassette Remix) [Download 320 Here]



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  When Saints Go Machine - Fail Forever (Broke One Remix) by Broke One

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  We Trust - Time Better Not Stop ( Mark & Stevens Remix) by MarkandStevens

  Crystal Fighters - Champion Sound (Homework Remix) by Homework

Bonus Mix:

   Mumbai Science - mixtape for LightYear by lektroluvrecords


Love, Patrick

Grab Bag

The latest and greatest from Mr. Sidney Samson, this one was massive enough to find its way onto Moby's recent Beatport chart (alongside some other rather prime beats).
Sidney Samson - Punkass (Original Mix)


This next one is a really chill, more downtempo track, perfect for late nights or  similar listening situations. Also be sure to check out Sei A's recent mix for Resident Advisor's podcast series for some more super high quality "afterhours bass-inclined tunes."
Mash - Somebody's Property (Sei A Mix)


Although I liked certain elements of it, I could never really fully get behind the new Swedish House Mafia single. Something about it felt a little too cheesy and almost boy band-ish for me. But lucky enough fellow Swedish producers Style of Eye and Carli (from the Savage Skulls) have breathed completely new life into it and made a total banger on this remix.
Swedish House Mafia - Save The World (Style of Eye & Carli Mix)


A classic from french techno producer Mikix The Cat.
Mikix The Cat - Keep On Wondering (Original Mix)


Eric Prydz has tried his hand at remixing two Depeche Mode classics recently, Personal Jesus and Never Let Me Down Again. Both are pretty great efforts, and showcase Prydz's massive production skills. Check my favorite out of the two below.
Depeche Mode - Never Let Me Down Again (Eric Prydz Remix)


One of Mumbai Science's most recent releases. As per usual from the Belgian duo, this one is an amazing blend of futuristic synths and a vintage pounding techno feel. Released on Boys Noize Records, you can buy it off beatport here.
Mixhell - Antigalactic (Mumbai Science Remix)


And finally a really gorgeous mash up of the classic I Remember with some vocals from a Late Night Alumni track off of their most recent album Haunted.
Deadmau5 & Kaskade vs Late Night Alumni - In The Ashes I Remember (DJ AFX Edit)


Oh and, I can't wait for this to come out:
http://soundcloud.com/boysnoizerecords/d-i-m-tai-ion (for some reason the embedding is disabled but go over to soundcloud and have a look, I promise it's worth it)


Augustus

Just A Little Longer

My brethren (and sister-thren), in only a few days the B&S crew will be fully reunited at our headquarters back in D.C...With this glorious union will come great changes and advancements the likes of which the blogging world has never seen before...but more importantly, lots and lots of wondrous music. Prepare yourselves for a summer of truly Bright & Shiny proportions.

Italian freaky frico disco mofo homeboys Fare Soldi are at it again, this time with a delightful mix of Toro Y Moi's "New Beat". Though it certainly brings that dance happy punch these boys are known for, it's careful to preserve much of the wonderful sound and feel the original carries. What more can you ask for?

Toro Y Moi - New Beat (Fare Soldi "CantaTu" Remix)

Patrick put up the Nightriders deep house remix of Magnifik's "Behaving Badly" the other day, but it's the dub mix that I think deserves a second glance. Masters of all things looping and filtered, the boston duo achieves an irresistible sound with a relatively simple reconfiguring of the original..you'll be hard pressed to hit pause once the toon starts up.

Magnifik - Behaving Badly (Nightriders Dub)

U-Tern occupies a special place in my heart dedicated to luscious synth sounds and disco vibes. It's that part that's tickled most by his remix of Grandtheft's "Let Me Out", a perfect blend of satisfying percussion, 80's style melodies, and vocal chops courtesy of Alixe Turner. Grab and take a listen below.

Grandtheft - Let Me Out ft. Alixe Turner (U-Tern Remix)

This the one I'm most excited about. Mumbai Science, aka Belgian duo Maarten Elen and Jonas Kiesekoms just released their two track Lotus EP, featuring the singles 'Lotus' and 'Panas'. I bring you 'Panas' today; it strays away from their typical crazed techno sound and wanders into a territory inhabited by only the most euphoric of melodies. It's an addictive, perpetually building riff that makes this song what it is, and there's no denying its grip on your ears. Check out the full release via beatport here.

Mumbai Science - Panas

And finally, DC homie Will Eastman just uploaded his latest, a remix of Viadrina's "Forester". It's a sensational, down-tempo house romp with a piano hook to die for. Show the dude some love and be on the lookout for a release.

Viadrina - Forester (Will Eastman Remix) by Will Eastman

-PK

No Brains

Villains have been at it a while now, honing their disco-tinged and dirty electro styles; making them a force to be reckoned with in the blogosphere. Their approach to this track is no different. Villains transform Mark Ronson's solemn, reggae-inspired affair into something bleepy and danceable, liberally using Andrew Wyatt's vocals above fuzzy synths and clean, tight drums.
Mark Ronson & the Business Int'l - Somebody to Love Me ft. Boy George & Andrew Wyatt (Villains Remix)


If you're using your brain for anything other than the receiving of sensory input whilst at a rave, then you're doing it wrong. French DJ and producer Etienne De Crecy, also known as Etienne De Crazy, knows what that's all about seeing as he's been killing it since the mid-90's, working alongside influential artists like AIR, Alex Gopher, and Cassius; channeling that brainless madness we all love in a pounding, monster electro track. The No Brain EP is out now on beatport, featuring remixes from Munk, Disco Villains, and TAI.
Etienne De Crecy - No Brain (Original Mix)


Belgian producers Mumbai Science have had a breakout year. They released their first EP, Woof, in March after signing with Lektroluv Records. But it was with the release of Ancova this June which put Mumbai Science securely on the map as a duo who love to make basic, driving electro tracks. Gold again exhibits Mumbai Science's signature style, making you go batshit with their ever-ascending bleeps and fat drums. The Gold EP is out now on beatport, and features fantastic remixes from Noob and NT89.
Mumbai Science - Gold (Original Mix)


The-Dream is the master of today's pop/R&B radio hit. If you don't believe me, then listen to this shit. And if that didn't impress you, then fuck you. The man knows what he's doing. U-Tern reinterprets Kris Menace's interpretation of The-Dream's "Walkin' On the Moon," resulting in a juggernaut of a track, covered in disco synths and that feeling you get when you fall in like with a girl.
Kris Menace - Walkin' On the Moon ft. Emil (Respect to U-Tern Extended Mix)


I have long considered the Ghost Buster's theme to be one of the catchiest and funkiest melodies in the history of film. French clubhaus wizards David Guetta and Joachim Garraud take this song out of your VHS collection and take it right to the dancefloor, transforming it entirely while preserving the retrofuture-funk of the original theme with Chris Willis singing about inalienable rights over top.
David Guetta & Joachim Garraud - My Freedom ft. Chris Willis (Extended Club Mix)


THE CLUBHAUS

This first track is nothing ostentatious, but everything right. All relentless buzzing synths and clean drum hits, this deep track from Eric Prydz' tech house alter-ego, Cirez D, is firing on all cylinders. How prolific can this Swedish man get? He's got his hands in every subgenre this side of the Mississippi. Pick up the rest of the new Size Matters EP, mixed by Steve Angello & AN21, here.
Cirez D - The Tumble (Original Mix)


Every remix I've ever heard of Stardust's legendary, one-off track "Music Sounds Better With You" has disgraced the original, trying too hard to augment what is a classic song. If you don't know, Stardust is a one-time collaboration between Alana Braxe and Thomas Bangalter: mindblowing shit. This bootleg from Kid Massive does right by the original by attacking the song with pin-point prudence, transforming the French house classic into a straight house track perfect for the clubs of 2010.
Stardust - Music Sounds Better With You (Kid Massive 2010 Bootleg)


Alex Kenji & Manuel De La Mare have made a track which belongs to both sides of the beautiful Mediterranean. The woodwind sample reminds us of the Middle East while the light, Balearic drums and throbbing bassline remind us of nights spent on the islands. Also, when AN21 drops it on a crowd, shit goes off.
Audio Junkies - Let's Make a Party (Alex Kenji & Manuel De La Mare Remix)


Finally Chuckie has released this monstrous track from himself and Gregori Klosman on his Dirty Dutch label. Mutfakta, taken from the Turkish word for "kitchen" is a beast of a track; I'll let it speak for itself. Oh, and if you thought the first drop was good, be sure to hide any fragile belongings before the second one, because there's no telling what you might do. Get the rest of Dirty Dutch, Vol. 2 here.
Chuckie, Gregori Klosman - Mutfakta (Original Mix)


Also from the Dirty Dutch, Vol. 2 release comes this incredible remix of Ambush, Chuckie, & Hardwell's "Move It 2 the Drum" by Promise Land. One day this summer as I listened to one of my many favorite Chuckie tracks, it dawned on me that Dutch house is simply a new-age, high-pitched reinterpretation of acid house. Promise Land take the acidity of the original and make it the main focus of the track, interrupting these divine bleeps only to slam you in the face with euphoric prog house synths.
Ambush, Chuckie, Hardwell - Move It 2 the Drum (Promise Land Remix)


Hardwell never fails to deliver massive euphoric, progressive house tracks that I can't wait to hear on the biggest systems. This time he teams up with Franky Rizardo to craft something spacious and deep that would be sure to fill the dancefloor in any club the world over.
Hardwell & Franky Rizardo - Asteroid (Original Mix)



Only 4 more days til the weekend.

SIR REAL