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[House] Muneshine – SUNSHINE feat. Grimm (LCAW Remix)

Posted by Tyler Trew - November 5, 2015

Muneshine
SUNSHINE {feat. Grimm} {LCAW Remix}

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German DJ/Producer LCAW brings his remix of “SUNSHINE” to the table by way of a remix EP for the Muneshine original. LCAW is an award winning DJ, so he should know a thing or two about putting his own take on songs by way of mixing, but this time around he gets in the studio to churn out a solid remix that kicks off the remix EP perfectly. His club-centric take on the original, which features the Canadian Grimm, is a bustling work of art that would have been a hit no matter if it was released in the 90’s, 2000’s, now or the future. The Munich music maker managed to create a timeless record that you can sing, and dance along to with ease. Lovers of deep, tech, and the non-festival side of progressive will be ecstatic to hear this interpretation of “Sunshine.”

[Chicago Giveaway] Win 4 Tickets to See RAC + Meet n’ Greet + A Merch Pack

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - November 4, 2015

RAC
One House (ft. SPEAK)

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It’s no secret that we here at TMN have been big fans of RAC for quite some time now. With the Portugese native kicking off his Going Our Own Way tour earlier this week, we’re proud to present a very special giveaway for his fans in Chicago. As RAC and his band rolls into town, one lucky winner (and three friends who will really need to suck up to them) will get free tickets to his show at Concord Music Hall on November 13th featuring special guests Big Data, filous and Karl Kling. Not only that, but the winner gets a chance to sit in during soundcheck and meet the man himself along with all kinds of free merchandise too!

You definitely do not want to miss out on this tremendous opportunity, so here’s how to enter: fill out the form below with your first name, last name and email address and like both us and React Presents on Facebook. Participants must be 18 or older to enter. Winner will be notified in advance of the show and tickets will be available for pick up at the box office with a valid government-issued ID. If you would like to find out more info about this show or purchase tickets yourself, make sure to head over to reactpresents.com/events.

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[House/Big-Room] Adele – Hello (MORTEN Remix)

Posted by Matthew Bloss - November 4, 2015

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Hello

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It’s been over a year since we last checked in with Danish DJ/Producer MORTEN, and in that time since, it’s clear to see the genre-eschewing artist has been evolving and fine-tuning a penchant for club anthems. Most recently coming off of a trap-infused remix for The Stafford Brothers’ Jay Sean and Rick Ross featuring single “When You Feel This,” along with recent entries into the Dim Mak and Armada Records camps; MORTEN returns with a lively club-tipping take on Adele’s world-storming single “Hello”. While in the past we’ve seen a very clear festival brand of EDM and trap records from the Dane, this time around MORTEN dials his sound kit closer towards the U.K. ‘club-house’ sector of dance than we’ve ever seen him and unleashes it all towards a higher, yet still utterly groovy cadence. With MORTEN’s same appeal of festival-sized drops executed with a keen underground sensibility, we’re more than excited to see how the maturing artist continues to push the envelope on his expanding sonic palate. In the mean time, grab the free download here, and stream MORTEN’s “Hello” remix above.

[Event Preview] TDE Presents: 1st Annual Kunta’s Groove Sessions – 11/5 @ Riviera Theatre, Chicago

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - November 3, 2015

Kendrick Lamar sent the internet into a frenzy last month with the initial announcement of his Kunta’s Groove Sessions tour via Instagram, with a caption that simply stated “8 cities. 8 nights, 8 intimate shows.” Since then, fans throughout the country have scrambled to get their hands on tickets which have sold out in mere minutes after going online. Prices on the secondary market have skyrocketed, especially in New York, where the cheapest available ticket at one point was $563 before they switched venues from Webster Hall to Terminal 5 according to Rukkus. Thankfully, the same has taken place here in Chicago, as the show has been moved from Concord Music Hall to the Riviera Theatre, providing a second chance to those of us that missed out the first time around.

In case you’ve been living under a rock, the excitement for the tour stems from the release of Kendrick’s landmark sophomore album, To Pimp A Butterfly, which received plenty of critical and commercial acclaim. Since its release, fans have been clamoring for a chance to see Kendrick perform live along with his band The Wesley Theory. Opening up the tour is labelmate Jay Rock, who is fresh off the release off his own album, 90059, which features standout singles like “Money Trees Deuce” and “Vice City”.

Head over to the link below to grab yourself some passes before they sell out again for good, and if you’re not in Chicago make sure to check out the remaining dates on the tour.

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[Ambient-Pop] ON AN ON – Drifting (Brothertiger Remix)

Posted by Matthew Bloss - November 3, 2015

ON AN ON
Drifting (Brothertiger Remix)

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Brooklyn-based musician and producer John Jagos has for years been dutifully recording an illusive and ethereal brand of synth-washed pop under his Brothertiger moniker and in that time we’ve fallen pretty hard. Jagos is getting primed to drop a full-length Brothertiger LP on us in December, Out of Touch, and on advance listen behind its eclectic bevy of singles including “Wake”, it’s quickly ascending towards the top of this writer’s ‘LP of the Year’ shortlist (which is actually starting to get pretty lengthy, but that’s neither here nor there). Today however, Brothertiger again dons the ‘remixer’ cap for a tune that’s been circulating like hotcakes this year, ON AN ON’s “Drifiting”. We’ve previously featured Duncan Murray’s take on this one, but Brothertiger’s official revision has really been tickling our penchant for morose pop stylings. Melting pads are folded in deftly amongst a genial sea of nuanced synth played like waves against a subtly tweaked ON AN ON vocal track. If this isn’t one of the more beautiful songs you hear this week, we’ll be left scratching our heads. Brothertiger’s “Drifting” remix comes as part of the always stellar Roll Call Records‘ 4-track remix EP of the same name, which also features mixes from RAC, the aforementioned Duncan Murray and Sammy Bananas, but you can stream Jagos’ remix above.

Ed Prosek – Holy Water [TMN PREMIERE]

Posted by Will Rowe-Parr - November 3, 2015

Ed Prosek
Holy Water

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Having traded the sun and sand of California for the cloud and stones of Brighton, the search for home is an ever present theme throughout Ed Prosek’s music. Since the release of his EP ‘The Riverbed’, Ed has been building audiences on both side of the Atlantic, most recently supporting Lindsey Stirling on her tour of Germany. His beautifully honest style of writing makes it near impossible to present any faults at all, as his stories of struggle and liberation seamlessly engage us to sit back and travel with him.

‘Holy Water’ is refreshingly authentic, as Ed sings quite contently of his acceptance of losing everything he has, and admitting day to day struggles, as long as he finds piece of mind. This is brilliantly uplifting when he explodes into the chorus, supported by a choir and band, solidified by his impassioned vocal tone. One of Prosek’s strengths is writing in a fashion capable of addressing anyone, creating a delicately unique bond between us and him, as he sings of running for shelter, seeking mercy from a storm. We inadvertently follow his story, lose ourselves and find a captivating sense of elevation amidst the infectious chorus.

Whilst proving his development as an artist with this single, Ed has maintained his organic style through raw acoustic guitars and simple drum beats. He encourages us to lay back and relax, whilst the choir ascends towards an emotional climax, offering a beautifully wholesome dimension to his music. The arrangement of instruments within ‘Holy Water’ perfectly complements his singing and lyricism, as he consistently increases the emotion throughout. The addition of backing vocals within the chorus and middle 8 elevates the song, whilst rare cymbal crashes offer an atmospheric tangent, guiding the piece to a captivating culmination.

I think it’s safe to say Ed has found a home and laid down some new roots in the UK, as he and his band are set to have a big impact on the music scene over the coming months and years.
Check out the link below for potential tour dates and latest releases.
http://www.edprosek.com

[MP3 Playlist] Indie Dojo (November 2015 Round #1)

Posted by Allegra Azzopardi - November 3, 2015

Music ruts are the worst. Especially the ones that you can’t seem to escape from. It’s not an exaggeration to say that an extended music lull can cause a bout of insanity. Which is where the Indie Dojo swoops in like the ninjas we are. Throwing you stars of new tunes to keep your musical mind intact, cause a ninja never loses focus.

’Unnveig Aas – Run’