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[NSFW] Autumn In June – HEROin KIDZ [TMN Video Premiere]

Posted by Matthew Bloss - September 1, 2015

Autumn In June
HEROin KIDZ

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In the short time we’ve had to become acquainted with South Central LA’s preeminent voice of indie-pop Autumn In June, it’s safe to say we’ve become slightly enamored with just about every facet of his fascinating essence. First landing with us back in April on our premiere of layered indie-pop single “Hours”, and again in July on our always stellar Indie Dojo playlist with today’s focus, “HEROin Kidz”; Autumn In June’s unique and street-wise take on pop structuring has stirred up something beautiful within us. This morning, the young artist got with yours truly at TMN to premiere his latest stunning visual pairing to the aforementioned “HEROin Kidz”, which like its aural counterpart features some rather heavy content. Depicted in a shapeshifting and haunting neon violet and crimson ambience, Autumn In June’s video cuts between intimate shots of downcast drug and alcohol use through multiple subjects including powerful vocal highlights of the artist himself; which much like AIJ’s music offers a beautiful and rather jovial lens to consume some rather brooding composition.

If you’re in the workplace today, you might want to save Autumn In June’s “HEROin Kidz” for home as it features a dose of nudity and some graphic drug use, but we trust you and think you’ll be quite glad you did. Stream the entire music video before anyone else below.

Sam Feldt Discusses “Show Me Love,” Signing to Spinnin’, and Being a Museum Guide [TMN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]

Posted by Clayton Warwick - September 1, 2015

Continuing on with our month-long spotlight on Mr. Sam Feldt, we’re eager to bring you an up-close-and-personal, in-depth interview with this rapidly rising dance music star. From the early years, to his recent remix of an absolute legend, we have you covered. Read the entire transcript below.

TMN: Hey Sam! Thank you for taking some time to answer a few questions for us. We’re really excited to have you on board. Let’s kick things off by talking about your latest release, a remix of Avicii’s “Waiting for Love.” How did that come about?

’Avicii – Waiting For Love (Sam Feldt Remix)’

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SF: Hey guys, thanks so much for having me! The “Waiting For Love” remix request came as a bit of surprise to me, to be honest. A pleasant one, though. Avicii is one of my favorite producers and having the honor to remix one of his tracks is amazing. The original version is an awesome track but more radio oriented, so for my remix I decided to go for a more club-focused version that I could play in my live sets too.

TMN: Talk to us about your biggest hit, “Show Me Love,” which features Kimberly Anne. How did the inspiration to cover/reimagine Robyn S’ legendary tune come about?

’Sam Feldt – Show Me Love (Original Mix)’

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SF: It’s a funny story, actually. One night, I was bored surfing on YouTube (I’m sure you know these kinda nights) and stumbled upon this great cover of “Show Me Love” that Kimberly did in her bed room studio. The audio and video quality wasn’t perfect but I immediately heard that I had to do something with it. My label Spinnin Records agreed and we contacted Kimberly Anne to request the audio file for the version she did. Luckily she responded to our request and shortly after I began working on the track, with only her voice as a starting point. I built the track around the acapella completely and I think that’s one of the reasons the song is so different from the original and the other versions that are already out there.
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[Trap] UFO! – NWA vs UFO!

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 1, 2015

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NWA vs UFO!

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UFO! is a straight up G. He was long before he threw together “NWA vs UFO!” and he will be long after this. With this creation, UFO! put together an inspiring production that is more than just another song to him, and other NWA fans. Fusing gangster rap with the new age trap sound -plus plenty of gunshots of course, is what gets pummeled into our ear holes after we press play. Given the Straight Outta Compton movie going on its current run of success, we expected to hear much more NWA remix/mashups in the future, but because this one is so incredible, its more than made up for the lack in them as of late. Give UFO!’s track a listen, and stay tuned for more music from the San Francisco beatsmith as we enter the last quarter of the year.

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

Posted by Allegra Azzopardi - September 1, 2015

Breath in your last breaths of summer air, soak in your last rays of warm sunshine, hold on to every glorious summer memory as best you can. ’cause September is here. And if you ever need a reminder, the Indie Dojo will be right here, holding those songs that soundtracked your summer right here, in the place you last found them.

’Viola Beach – Swings & Waterslides’

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’Meeka Kates – Closure’

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’Tamper – Red Socks Pugie (Foals Cover)’

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’The Palms – Push Off’

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’hjaltalin – We Will Live For Ages’

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’Shy Kids – ® o c k e t s’

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’Yokota – Blindside’

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[Future] Kadington – Candyman

Posted by Sara Natkins - August 31, 2015

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Candyman

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Kadington’s new release “Candyman” is the first track off of his newly released EP, Don’t Kick the Cat, out on Spirited tomorrow. “Candyman” has an addictive uplifting melody, and radiates nothing but good vibes. The chill intro sets a moving groundwork for what ends up becoming a euphoric build up before packing in some intensity. With such a playful carefree sound, smiling is almost inevitable when listening to this one. You can also hear an exclusive Kadington track off the EP in the brand new futuristic racing game, Breakneck! Needless to say, Kadington’s new releases have us stoked to hear what else he has in store for us on Don’t Kick the Cat. Stream “Candyman” above.

[Progressive House] Felix Cartal – Something To Live For (feat. Nikki Yanofsky)

Posted by Tyler Trew - August 31, 2015

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Something To Live For (feat. Nikki Yanofsky)

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Felix Cartal has already made himself one of the most well known producers in the house scene. He has countless records that have had fans roaring, and he’s back with another one in “Something To Live For.” Felix is not shy when it comes to grabbing vocalists for his works, and this time he enlists Nikki Yanofsky to bring her dazzling talent to the table. Felix keeps with his progressive taste with this original, whose sound is more radio-centric than festival centered. With that said, it still would make a killing in a big atmosphere at an event like TomorrowWorld. Although Felix hasn’t been this writer’s favorite producer in the whole world, he’s always someone who brings respectable tracks to the forefront time and time again. If you’d like to purchase “Something To Live For”, snag it here on iTunes.

[Trap] Kronic – Feel That Feat. Raven Felix

Posted by Tyler Trew - August 31, 2015

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Feel That Ft. Raven Felix

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Looking to twerk your booty? Turn Monday into a Friday with Kronic‘s original track “Feel That.” Sup Girl released this collaboration with Raven Felix a couple weeks ago, but it’s still getting people dancing with its aggressive sound. Aside from there simply being the song, there’s a music video to augment the project. With “Feel That” we get a traditional twerk production that pays homage to the sub-genres beginnings, while also bringing the sound forward. For those of you looking to turn up, this is just the record you need. The Australian producer Kronic has a strength with regard to anything hip-hopesque, which certainly shows here. If you don’t already know this Aussie, you best get familiar!