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Tessera Skies – Such Great Heights (Raindrops) [TMN PREMIERE]

Posted by Clayton Warwick - October 1, 2015

Tessera Skies
Such Great Heights (Raindrops)

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As we step one more day closer to the weekend, we’re excited to bring you a top-notch collection of impressive tunes to help carry you through the rest of your week, starting first with this impressive art-pop piece from Newcastle upon Tyne-based Tessera Skies.

Fusing together collective backgrounds in speech, sound, science, and classical and jazz music, this up-and-coming act should hit the radars of music nerds across the blogosphere, calling on fond associations of Sigur Ros, Guillemots and Wild Beasts. “Such Great Heights (Raindrops)” showcases their arftful articulation of musical abilities, as it seamlessly pulls together elements of ambient, pop, and orchestral music.

The slow-building, vast, and dramatic soundscape is an all-to-easy way for listeners to get lost, illustrating an other-worldly experience with understated atmospheric elements, a playful guitar riff, and memorable lyrics from lead singer Mark Broughton. We’re pretty sure you’ll agree after a just one listen through.

This song will be released on October 16th through North Base Records, in conjunction with Amazing Label Services. Even better, they’re playing on October 14th with Little Comets to celebrate 10 years of the 02 Academy, in Newcastle. If you’re in the area, we highly recommend you check them out.

[Indie/Electronic] Crywolf – Rising, Rising

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 30, 2015

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Rising, Rising

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Crywolf has been stepping away from the general EDM mold with his last releases.”Rising, Rising” continues his ascension into less formulaic styles so that he can flex his full musical capacity as a creator. With this track Crywolf offers not only his exquisite production talents, but also his own vocal work that can be heard on numerous tracks he’s created in the past. As an all around artist, Crywolf is looking to bring new ideas to the forefront of electronic music, and this Okami Records single is evidence of that. He fuses his electronic world with a love of a more indie/alternative sound for one spectacular song that you can purchase through iTunes or get for free on Spotify.

[Multi-Genre] Bad Royale – Quest of the Magi EP

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 30, 2015

Bad Royale are back at it again with their second EP release on Buygore. Quest of the Magi has the four producers sticking with their five track projects, as well as keeping with their unbounded style. Collaborators on the EP include their friends Ragga Twins, along with Clinton Sly, General Jah Mikey, Fly Boi Keno, and Goldie Gold.

Given that Bad Royale haven’t put out a bad, or even mediocre record yet, going into this project you already know you’re getting into something good. All five tracks are fire, but the ones that stick out above the rest are “$hakebox” and “Real Ruff Stuff.” The former is a twerk to moombah record that would have Diplo shaking his ass in praise. “Real Ruff Stuff” is a hard-nosed breakbeat record that samples the great DJ Hanzel. For those of you who like to get really wild, this is the epitomy of your sonic desires. Quest of the Magi is up for sale now, and it’s well worth the price.

’Bad Royale – Bounce With Me (Feat. Clinton Sly)’

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’Bad Royale – Real Ruff Stuff (Feat. Ragga Twins)’

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’Bad Royale – De Policeman (feat. General Jah Mikey)’

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’Bad Royale – $hakebox (feat. Fly Boi Keno)’

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’Bad Royale – Feelin It’ (feat. Goldie Gold)’

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[Future] Axel Boy – Feels EP

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 30, 2015

Axel Boy was looking to make an impact with his latest EP, Feels, on Buygore, and it’s safe to say he has. Lots of good things are going on for the Bristol producer who’s shifted his sound, at least for now, away from the heavy bass, while also being added to Arcane Talent Agency and the Buygore catalog. To make the whole situation even more special, Feels was released on his birthday!

Out of the three tracks that make up the EP, two of the tracks have vocals from Axel himself. Things start with “Liberty Flute,” a magical dive into the Axel Boy’s new direction. “Feel Like I Do” comes next with orchestral elements that fade into a fray of lively synth structures. “It’s Been Real” closes out the project with ethereal soundscapes and a hardened future bass sound. Feels is available through several online stores that you can choose from on the Buygore website.

’Axel Boy – Liberty Flute’

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’Axel Boy – Feel Iike I Do’

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’Axel Boy – Its Been Real’

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[Hip-Hop] David Sabastian – Shit Just Got Real

Posted by Jake Balbes - September 30, 2015

David Sabastian
Shit Just Got Real

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Los Angeles is home to renaissance man David Sabastian. The multi-talented artist/rapper/fashion designer/painter formed the ‘ANTI Society‘ in 2012 and has been gathering conscious individuals together ever since. He’s created a raw and progressive aesthetic for his brand that’s setting trends. Sabastian goes off on ‘Shit Just Got Real’ – the newest single from his forthcoming album, I Am Anti, due out later this year. After an extended creative hiatus, his first single ‘Duh‘ was released back in July. It feels like Sabastian may go on a roll here and end the year on a very high note. This video was directed by Alexander Hadden alongside David Sabastian and is quite the thrill. I’d join the ANTI Society before they close their doors.

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Hayden James On His Musical Roots, Finding His Voice and Upcoming Releases [TMN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]

Posted by Ash El Gamal - September 30, 2015

’Hayden James – Something About You’

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For the first piece of exclusive content in Hayden James’ TMN artist residency, we’ve got an interview with the talented Australian artist! Peep the conversation below where Hayden discusses his musical roots, his success thus far and what he’s got in the works. If you’re not yet familiar with Hayden James give our introduction post a read and enjoy some of his fantastic tunes through out this piece.

TMN: What was your first musical memory?

Hayden James: My mum playing the guitar. She would play Spanish style flamenco stuff. That and my parents listening to Lionel Richie records.

TMN: When and how did you first start getting into making music?

Hayden James: I started writing a few years ago. I used to DJ a lot so all the stuff I used to write was skewed towards playing in clubs I guess, as opposed to now where I’m writing more songs to be played whenever, wherever.

TMN: Your original music has such a distinct groove and emotion to it—can you talk a bit about some of the artists and sounds that you were really into when creating your debut EP?

Hayden James: Thank you! It’s really important that my music has that emotional element / connection with people. Artists that give that kind of feeling to me is Daft Punk, James Blake, Jai Paul, Odesza to name a few.

TMN: Did singing come around the same time as producing for you or was that a bit later?

Hayden James: It was pretty much the same time. I would write these songs and didn’t really know any singers, so I just sang on them myself as demos. From there I started to manipulate / pitch them. I never intended to sing really, but it has worked out so far ;).

TMN: So many artists need to flood the market with a slew of releases to get noticed but you’ve amassed a large following on the backs of a few quality releases. How meaningful is it for you to have such an avid fan base at this stage of your career?

Hayden James: Yeah it’s so crazy. I’ve only released 2 singles (along side an EP) to date. It’s really amazing to be able to tour so many places around the world with the music i’ve released so far.

Can’t wait to release more music really soon! Continue reading →

[Smooth] Caius – Make U Mine

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 30, 2015

Caius
Make U Mine

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This gem from Caius is so smooth it might make you tear up a little. The “bedroom producer” from Copenhagen will definitely put you in a mellow state with his new tune “Make U Mine”. He cleverly flips Ashanti’s “Feel So good” and fills it in with a sexy beat. Vocals are raised in pitch and are accompanied by a series of sustained piano chord progression. A series of muted guitar licks further brings out the soul in the track. Ain’t nothing wrong with a little bump and grind, am I right?

Make sure to stay tuned for more sexy tunes like this coming your way. The 20-year-old Caius is just getting started.