Mesa Luna – Waster (Noble Oak Remix) [TMN PREMIERE]

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Mesa Luna – Waster (Noble Oak Remix)

There’s nothing quite as important as the perfect music to start Monday morning off to. Well, coffee is certainly up there too, but that’s almost a given. The first day of the work week is usually an arduous battle in your mind to come to grips that you can’t do whatever you feel like anymore and that you have five days of commitments ahead. That’s where Torontonian producer Noble Oak comes in to lend a helping hand.

Taking a crack at fellow countrymen Mesa Luna, this often dreamy electronic musician has put his spin on “Waster.” Instantly soothing the listener within seconds of starting, this wandering remix welcomes the listener in with a warm, enveloping experience. The soundscape is rich and luscious, showcasing layer on layer of etheral synths, soft, atmospheric elements, and Mesa Luna’s calming vocals. It’s the perfect soundtrack for you to take a step back from work, close your eyes, and get lost, even if it’s only for a few brief minutes.

When asked about this remix in particular, Noble Oak had this to say:

There was something about this track that immediately evoked ideas for a remix, something I can’t often say happens. Somewhere between the catchy layered hook and the lush chordal arrangement I found an instantaneous fondness for ‘Waster.’
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[TMN PREMIERE] Rudimental – Rumour Mill (Midas Hutch Remix)

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Rumour Mill (Midas Hutch Remix)

In 2013, Rudimental shook up the electronic music scene with their debut album, Home, a unique fusion of drum and bass with elements of house, R&B, hip-hop and alternative. Following the critical and commercial success of that project, the UK four-piece band hit the road bringing their impressive, mind-blowing fully live sets to festivals and headlining shows around the world. Rudimental’s highly-anticipated sophomore effort is only a few months away and, as they’ve been rolling out singles, it’s shaping up to be the perfect continuation, yet evolution, of Home.

Last month they dropped of the single “Rumour Mill,” which trades in the drum and bass backdrop for a more atmospheric, laid-back vibe with some silky vocals from two up ‘n coming stars out of the UK, Will Heard and Anne-Marie. Fitting that chilled-out sound, the single carries a carefree message that, as its name suggests, imparts the age-old wisdom of phasing out negativity and being yourself.

Today, we’ve got the premiere of an official remix of that airy tune courtesy of Dutch producer and TMN-favorite Midas Hutch, who’s also known as FS Green. Rudimental couldn’t have commissioned a better artist to take on such an easygoing jam as Hutch applies his signature 80’s-tinted, nu-disco style making the track his own. With funky backing synths, engrossing percussion and an occasional clean horn-section, Hutch cultivates sonics that mirror the message of the song all the while completely re-imagining the listening experience. Groove to this summer-ready anthem above.

Make sure to also check out Rudimental’s most recent single “Love Ain’t Just a Word,” which dropped last week. Rudimental’s We the Generation is out on September 18th on Major Toms/Big Beat Records.

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The Chill Dojo #141

Dojo #141 is headlined by one of the tunes of the year as Cosmo’s Midnight debuted their addictive single ‘Walk With Me’ on the airwaves and subsequently took the blogosphere by storm. While the Sydney twins stole the spotlight, Perth-based songstress Kučka is the one stealing hearts with her glorious vocal input creating an experience reminiscent of AlunaGeorge stylings. Smooth groove and silky vocals are a dangerous combination that will demand to be played again and again. As far as other magical pairings go, the playful lyricism of Lolaby and lush soundscape of Cosmic Quest’s production is once again proving itself to be a celestial force on the rise. Following on from their stellar inception as a promising musical duo, ‘Hidden Charm’ builds on the floating atmosphere of their sound that creates the canvas of their colorful creativity. It’s a gateway to a world of imagination you can’t help but get lost in.

Another artist gifted with the talent of forming landscapes with his sound is the chill-weaver Ma Luca. It takes only a few moments of listening to his latest slow-jam before vivid imagery of gentle sunshine, serene waves and picturesque scenery take over to serve as a brief escape into paradise. It’s a feeling we definitely want to hold onto for as long as possible, so we’re going to continue down the slow road with Blue Satellite’s transformation of ‘Back of The Car’. Where the RAC original went for the classic indie party anthem, this version is all about taking down the pace and creating vibrant electronic melodies and a whomping beat to really drive home the power of the iconic chorus.

It’s a week of features that hero musical exploration, so it’s fitting that you should journey on as far as you can through the list. Peace out.

’Cosmo’s Midnight – Walk With Me (feat. KUČKA)’
’Lolaby & Cosmic Quest – Hidden Charm’
’Ma Luca – Holding On To Everything’
’RAC – Back of The Car ft. Nate Henricks (Blue Satellite Remix)’
’Kaytranada – Return Of The Mack (Jay Dee blend)’
’Sumera – Wolf (Jengi Beats Remix)’
’SG Lewis – No Less (Kartell Remix)’
’North Arm – Careless (Running Touch Remix)’
’Oh Wonder – Lose It (Kalev, Vesper & Masego Remix)’
’Louie Lastic – Close2u’
’Flume feat. Andrew Wyatt – Some Minds (Lowself Remix)’
’Father Dude – Bring Us Back (Infuze Remix)’
’Fetty Wap – Trap Queen (Naderi Remix)’
’Kuiters – Landslide (idea)’
’Picard Brothers & Erik Hassle – Goodbye & Good Luck (Inodi Remix)’
’Tove Lo – Talking Body (Yung Wall Street Flip)’
’Jamie xx – I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times) Feat. Young Thug (KatManDu Remix)’
’Royal – Queen Of France’
’Polographia – Rhythm (Ft. Jordan Padilla)’
’Japanese Wallpaper – Arrival (Tontario Remix)’
’Gallant – Open Up (Neonhund Remix)’
’Groove Theory – Tell Me (E.DOZA Edition)’
’Geotheory – Work it girl’
’Avionics – Skinny Dip’
’Yahtzel – Super Grape (Part A)’
’Yahtzel – Plasm (Part B)’
’oshi – interlude’
’DM Galaxy & Blure – Hearts Will Repair (feat. Aloma Steele)’
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[Album Review] Tame Impala Ventures Into Unknown Territory With ‘Currents’

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In exchange for their sometimes fickle loyalty, music fans of every background expect an unreasonable level of appeasement from performers. Demands include personal relatablity, a constant flow of tunes, selfless humility, and to be generally well received but not “too popular”. The music community does not necessarily expect longevity.

Even the most obscure and unorthodox genres get their time in the spotlight before receding back into previously held supporting roles; the artists that operate in and dominate these roles must too come and go. At the moment, the genre known as Future is being called to the stage; a delicate balancing act between gaining traction among the majority while keeping its compelling novelty ensues. Overall, Future has encountered relatively nonexistent pushback from the established main characters, who seem content to continue recycling the decades-old blueprints to success in their respective fields.

By redefining what can even be described as instruments, artists are incorporating 8-bit video game tunes, flipping ringtones, adding bizarre ambient noises, and continuing to blur the understanding of what we define as aesthetics. Producers of the modern day get away with this level of provocation because aesthetics as an idea is amorphous. Factors like exposure, maturity, and setting can lead to a harsh sounding guitar solo today being reinterpreted as a masterpiece tomorrow.

Under this fluid theory, every music fan can point back in time to a specific album or artist that gave them a different outlook on music as a whole. Whether it be the immortal first album of Kanye West, the discovery of Grizzly Bear’s folksy Veckatimest, danceable mashups by Girl Talk, Toro y Moi’s funky Anything in Return, Kid Cudi’s hijacking of the hip-hop scene, or the first time Skrillex blasted through the speakers at a party, passing through phases of music is a part of self-discovery that is both identifiable and incomparable. For a year – or perhaps a few years – listeners will continually recalibrate their ever-changing but never dying love of sound until said aficionados revert back to their audial comfort zone. This week, Perth’s pride and joy Tame Impala, the brainchild of Kevin Parker, has brought the majority back home to that comfort zone with its third release, Currents.
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[Get Crunk] Friday Party Playlist (Vol 156)

Another week, another batch of a dozen party poppin’ records. This week’s playlist has a fair batch of bass music mixed with house, with the former coming first. Twerk, trap and dubstep take over just over half of the playlist, with tracks from Meaux Green, Jayceeoh, ATLiens, along with a single called “Not This Time” that features the talented vocalist Aloma Steele. During the second half, groove to the boisterous beats from Contrvbvnd, Halfway House, Lost Kings and more. Stay safe tonight and tomorrow when you are getting rid of all the stress from the week. Enjoy the playlist, but most of all #danceirresponsibly.

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Beatz x Maxje – Beachhouse (Original Mix)’
’HOOD GO CRAZY (MEAUX GREEN REMIX)’
’Jayceeoh – Turn Me Up Some (feat Redman & Jay Psar)’
’Tincup ✖ Quix ✖ G
Rex ✖ King Tutt – Rainy Day (ATLiens Remix)’
’Illenium & Said The Sky – Painted White ft. Cristina Soto’
’Elonious x Aloma Steele – Not This Time’
’Code: Pandorum – Remember Me (False Panic Remix)’
’Contrvbvnd – Play That Beat (Original Mix)’
’Halfway House – Fresh (Original Mix)’
’Saint Motel – Cold Cold Man (Lost Kings Remix)’
’Alesso – Cool (Two Friends Remix)’
’Abedz & SvanteG – Bragia (Original Mix)’
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[Electronic] Rustie – Big Catzz

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’Gammer – Nostalgia (Rustie Edit)’

Although he rose to popularity during EDM Trap’s prime, to constrain Rustie‘s music to that sub-genre would be selling it short. His grandiose, intoxicating productions never fail to impress and, as of late, he’s been putting out the best material of his young career. About a month ago he dropped an enormous remix of Jack Ü‘s “Where Are Ü Now” and, yesterday, he let loose yet another absolute mindfuck of an edit taking on Gammer‘s “Nostalgia,” which we’ve also included above.

After two flawless remixes, Rustie put out his first original track in a while this morning noting that he’s getting tired of waiting on upcoming release dates. “Big Catzz” opens with a fluttering, marching band-esque drum line before erupting with into an enormous synth interlude that’s quickly accompanied by a high-pitched backing melody. Triumphantly, the song climaxes into a glitchy chorus. As good as it is, “Big Catzz” almost feels like a musical sketch for Rustie–nonetheless the engineering is flawless and it flexes his versatility with trance-y undertones accompanying his signature heaven-trap style. It sounds like Rustie’s got some new music coming soon but, in the meantime, turn these ones up for your Thursday night shenanigans and grab a couple free downloads above.

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[Event Preview] Electric Adventure Releases Additions To Bloom Lineup

If you haven’t purchased your ticket for Electric Adventure’s Bloom, then you have even more reason to now. In addition to the heavily stacked array of colossal names, Electric Adventure has recently announced the additions of Juicy J, Big Gigantic, and special guest, Kygo to the lineup, making this one of the biggest festivals Jersey has seen yet.

The outdoor festival will take place on the waterfront of Atlantic City on August 1st and 2nd. So wipe the drool off of your faces and grab your tickets before it’s too late, or prepare to deal with some massive regret. Purchase them here!

’Already feat. Rae Sremmurd’
’Seinabo Sey – Hard Time (Big Gigantic Remix)’
’Stole The Show (ft. Parson James)’
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