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[Music Video] DJ Money – The Night Is Young

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 16, 2015

If you listen to rap music, then you know Wale. You may not know his DJ, DJ Money who performs with him at shows, but now you will. DJ Money dished out the first release on Wale’s new label Every Blue Moon called “The Night Is Young.” Not only do we get the song, but we also get a music video for the project that has scenes of urban city-scapes and festival fun. “The Night Is Young” is a mixture of hip-hop and R&B meets house, making it one refreshing crossover record that can do some damage on the airwaves. You can trust Wale to push good tunes, so expect to hear more stunning songs in the future. Same goes for DJ Money who isn’t gonna stop once this night is over.

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[Electro] Zardonic – Vigilante (Esparta Remix) [TMN Premiere]

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 16, 2015
’Zardonic – Vigilante (Esparta Remix)’
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Zardonic is known for his metal infused drum & bass records, so why wouldn’t he get a remix that shares a similar aesthetic? He asked himself that same question and came up with tapping Esparta for an official remix for the Antihero album. As in the past, Esparta fuses rock with electro, conjuring up an explosive track that is borderline brutal.

The new “Vigilante” ditches the breakbeat sketch and implores a four-to-the-floor pattern. In keeping with the heavy style of the original, Esparta pays homage to the sound, however doesn’t rely upon it. His own elements penetrate the composition. If you thought things couldn’t get hard enough, you’ll be surprised with where things go just after the 3:45 mark. September 18th is the release day for the album, but iTunes already has pre-order available along with a few songs that are already purchasable.

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[Deep-House] Toyboy & Robin – Save Me Now feat. Sam Wills (Felon Remix) [TMN Premiere]

Posted by Matthew Bloss - September 16, 2015
Toyboy & Robin
Save Me Now (feat. Sam Wills) (Felon Remix)
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Many of us remember the London house trio of Archie Ward, George Renwick and James Levey -more readily recognizable as their artist moniker Felon-for 2013’s über-viral club hit “Isla”. While we understand that may have been some listener’s sole exposure to their slick combination of accessible melodies with proper house backing, we hope it wasn’t. The three artists have been steadily expanding and improving their Felon project, which now features a groovy live show, in a number of aesthetics with every passing release; and have completely won us over in the process. Luckily for us, we’ve got their latest official remix for Toyboy & Robin‘s Sam Wills featuring single “Save Me Now” before anyone else, and it’s fallen right in line with their consistently shimmering output. Felon comb their deeper side through Toyboy & Robin’s malleable original, throwing on a sticky sweet synth hook and shuffled hi-hats while slathering on some warranted reverb on Sam Wills’ syrupy vocal track. Quite simply, Felon’s “Save Me Now” remix is an earworm if we;ve ever heard one and a welcome addition to our in-house heavy rotation house playlist.

Like the rest of their Bright Young Things collective, which includes some erupting talent including TMN favorites Sebastian Carter & DE$iGNATED, Felon’s been pushing the envelope on what has become somewhat of a saturated genre in regards to the deep and club-house sound that has been taking over underground dance for years. We’re beyond excited to see what comes from the house triumvirate, but for now, let’s bask in the glory of their “Save Me Now” remix above.

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THE ISLAND BAND – Swimming (Sax Edit feat. Kjetil Møster) [TMN PREMIERE]

Posted by Clayton Warwick - September 16, 2015
THE ISLAND BAND
Swimming (Sax edit feat. Møster)
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We’ve always been drawn to the larger-than-life, cinematic, and lush side of the vast musical landscape we travel through as bloggers. There’s something about the time taken to layer in all of the elements, creating a delicate, yet powerful soundscape that’s completely enveloping for listeners. Today is one of those examples, as we bring you a first look and listen to “Swimming.”

Crafted by Norway’s The Island Band (Lars Myrvoll), “Swimming” also features vocalist Maria Due, and in this particular edit, legendary saxophonist Kjetil Møster (Datarock, The Core, Ultralyd). Artfully crafted, this stunning piece harnesses classical instrumentation and modern production in a way that creates a remarkably distinctive experience throughout. The love-laced alternating vocal sections from Myrvoll and Due articulate a story with ease, one that flirts perfectly with the sections of strings, piano, and some gorgeous sax work from Møster.

Remember when
we fell in love that time
We were swimming and
it was warm outside

If you’re digging this edit, make sure to catch the original this Friday. Fans can expect the full album on October 2nd, 2015.

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[Festival Preview] Symbiosis Gathering 2015: Tone of Arc’s Prep Playlist, 09/17-20

Posted by TMN Staff - September 16, 2015

Particularly during this time of year, there seems to be a music festival every weekend. Although we, of course, value the lineups as much as anyone, it’s equally important to think about the experience as a 360 one–not just a place to watch your favorite artists perform but also one to celebrate and enjoy the culture that surrounds it. With every event, the vibe and crowd are different, but few have done a better job of cultivating an all-encompassing, yet laid-back, atmosphere than Northern California’s Symbiosis Gathering.

Nestled on the Woodward Reservoir in Northern California, Symbiosis has the immediate appeal of a scenic camping location with beautiful wilderness sitting on a lake that festival goers are free to enjoy. In its tenth year now, Symbiosis has created a culture outside of just the music and backdrop that brings workshops, yoga courses and art installations to the event. This year, they’ll even be introducing the concept of ‘Art Boats,’ which will allow attendees to bring their own creativity with them by creating amphibious vehicles that can roam the grounds.

Aside from the diverse experience, the festival’s lineup this year may be their best yet with artists including Nicolas Jaar, Four Tet, GriZ and Sylvan Esso serving as headliners but a strong bill from top to bottom. For those of you who will be in attendance tomorrow, we asked San Francisco’s own Tone of Arc to put together a playlist to prepare you for their set, which you can check out below. If you haven’t gotten a ticket yet, and are feeling like you need an escape this weekend, they are still for sale here.

’Shiny Objects – The Velvet Slide’
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’Tone of Arc – Run Rabbit Run (Eric Volta Running With The White Rabbit Mix)’
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’Paul McCartney & Wings Vs. Timo Maas & James Teej – 1985 /// BBC Radio 1 /// Essential New Tune’
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’Navid Izadi – Lost in the Fold Pt. 2’
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’Always (Brett Johnson’s House Bump Mix (Vocal Version)’
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’Tone of Arc – Chant No. 1’
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’If I Try (Tone Of Arc Remix)’
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’Leonard Cohen – Nevermind (PillowTalk Rerub)’
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’Kenny Glasgow – Open Your Mind’
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’Signal Flow, Navid Izadi, Jonny Cruz, Pattern Drama – Colours Feat. Gretz’
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[House] The Score – Oh My Love (Kat Krazy Remix)

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 16, 2015
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Oh My Love (Kat Krazy Remix)
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The crazy cat Kat Krazy was commissioned for an official remix of the single “Oh My Love” by The Score. Fans of the original, who also like dance music, will be ecstatic, because Kat Krazy did justice to the original. A bouncy fusion of electro and progressive is what we get with the result of the London producer changing the make-up of the alternative original. Kat closes the gap between festival and club music, making this remix a particularly powerful tool for DJs out there. Fans are looking for records that are tons of fun, and this has more than plenty of fun embedded within. For now, it’s only available for stream, however, keep an eye out as a download/purchase is coming soon.

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[Indie] Max Pope – All That I Need

Posted by Clayton Warwick - September 15, 2015
Max Pope
All That I Need
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To be perfectly honest, it’s been quite some time since we’ve come across something like this. A few years back, we were completely inundated with talented artists who were flawlessly drawing on musical styles from decades past, endlessly listening to folks like Mayer Hawthorne, Michael Kiwanuka, and Nick Waterhouse. Today, we’re reminded of the enamouring charm an artist can have by harnessing recording techniques, song structure, and lyrical style from music well before our time.

Brighton/London-based Max Pope has been rather silent since we premiered his video over a year ago, and now we know why. “All That I Need” is the first song off his debut EP, and it showcases a delightful dexterity in songwriting and vocal finesse. It casually transcends generations, putting itself on a pedestal for both the blogosphere, and their parents, and even grandparents, alike.

Listening through the dreamy guitar work, lovey-dovey lyrics, near-doo wop backing harmonies, and, of course, Pope’s crooning style has us in a completely different time and place, and we couldn’t be happier for it. We’re sure you’ll feel the same.

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