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[G House] Missy Elliot – Lose Control (Action 52 Remix)

Posted by Clayton Warwick - July 14, 2015

Missy Elliot
Lose Control (Action 52 Remix)

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House music is alive and well in the Mile High City, and one of our favorite contributors to this ever-growing, expansive movement in the 5280 is none other than Action 52.

It’s been a hot minute since we’ve heard from this Denver duo. In fact, it’s been a hot 11 months. None the less, we’re excited to see them back at it, especially after falling head over heels for their last tune. In case you’ve forgotten, these two dialed up a scorching hot remix of Ludacris‘ “How Low,” which garnered them a spot in the Hype Machine’s popular chart, as well as nearly 175,000 plays on Soundcloud.

Today’s tune comes via the original work of Missy Elliot’s “Lose Control.” Once again, we find ourselves lost in a perfect pairing of groovy house beats, pitched-down vocal samples, and warm crystalline synths. When combined with some thumping kicks, it’s hard for us to not get up and dance, or as some would say, lose control. Wait, is that a planned dancefloor innuendo? If it is, we certainly appreciate the subtlety, and will most assuredly follow its subliminal instructions.

Pick this tune up on SoundCloud for the low, low price of free ninety-nine.

Little People Discusses New Album, Working in Coffee Shops, and The Need for More Lasers [TMN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]

Posted by Clayton Warwick - July 14, 2015

Youth & Progress Pt. 2
Presented By Jiberish

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As we wind down our month-long feature with Little People, we’re anxious to bring you an in-depth look at not only the moniker, but the man behind the rich, textural, electronic music that so many have come to know and love.

We know you’re probably at work right now, but we feel like you deserve a 10-minute break to get caught up on what’s around the corner for Mr. Laurent Clerc.

TMN: Hey Laurent. Thank you so much for taking a few minutes to answer some questions for us. We’re really excited to have you as our Resident Artist for June!

LP: Well I’m very excited too. Thanks for having me. I’ve had the pleasure to meet you guys in person several times whenever I’ve played in Colorado. It’s always great connecting with such genuine and nice people like yourselves.

TMN: Alright, it’s been nearly two years since we last spoke, back at the Larimer Lounge in Denver, Colorado. Back then, you were making the voyage to and from the UK to the states quite often. You’ve since moved, correct?

LP: That is indeed correct. I moved to Portland, OR in August last year – with my wife and my 4-year-old twins. The Pacific Northwest is a very special place – it’s been amazing so far.

TMN: What was it that finally made you pull the trigger on moving out here? Was it the touring schedule? The need to have your family closer? Combination of both?

LP: Me coming over to the US to play shows – and staying here for extended periods – has not been easy on all of us. So moving to the US was a means of all of us being closer together whilst I play shows in the US. It also meant that it made it possible for me to play one-off shows and festivals throughout the year – so it has given me more opportunities to play live. If you are coming over from the UK, the onus is on cramming as many dates in a short period of time. I wanted to get away from that for a little bit.

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Moonbootica – June (Moonbootica Remix) [TMN PREMIERE]

Posted by Clayton Warwick - July 14, 2015

Moonbootica
June (Moonbootica Remix)

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If there’s one thing you need to know about koweSix & tobitob, it’s that these two know how to write pure, unadulterated dance music.

We had the pleasure of premiering Moonbootica’s music video for “Work Your Body” back in February, and we’ve been infatuated with this Hamburg-based duo ever since. Today, we’re excited to bring you an edit of their recently released original tune, “June.” Coming out just a day ago, “June” has a classic dancefloor vibe, perfected by light percussion and claps, synthesized vocal samples, and a dialed up, funky bassline.

This re-imagination of their original, which tones back the intensity a bit, provides a relaxed, yet still very danceable vibe. With a lighter, more tropical synth approach, this remix proves perfect for your summertime activities, whether it be relaxing at the pool, chilling at a BBQ, or just hanging out on your porch with your favorite frosty beverage.

If you’re digging this remix, make sure to check out the rest of the remix package on Moonbootica’s SoundCloud.

[Nu-Disco] Trails and Ways – Downright (feat. Harriet Brown) (Falcon Punch Remix)

Posted by Ash El Gamal - July 14, 2015

Trails and Ways ft. Harriet Brown
Downright (Falcon Punch Remix)

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Since we first caught wind of Trails and Ways all the way back in 2012, we’ve kept a close eye on the Oakland band. They’ve steadily built their following since then, but this year has truly been a breakout one for them. After signing to Barsuk Records early this year, they released their debut album, Pathology, which both showcases what we love about their radiant, organic sound all the while expanding their sonic scope. The track “Downright” falls into the latter category with a groove that manages to combine their signature, South American-tinted style with an ’80s groove and aesthetic. A verse from Harriet Brown, another Ninja favorite, ties that vibe together with his silky vocals that recall Prince.

A week ago, Denver-based producer Falcon Punch put out a remix of “Downright” that maintains the 80s-revivalist nature of the tune all the while transforming it into a nu-disco jam. Electing to place Brown’s voice first, Falcon Punch utilizes many of the original’s elements–the breezy guitar and the catchy backing piano–but with the help of perfectly placed pads and a BPM boost, breathes new life into the song without losing its charm. Take a trip back to the Neon 80s and grab a free download above.

[Deep-House] Allies For Everyone – Bunker (Allies For Everyone Alternate Mix) [TMN Premiere]

Posted by Matthew Bloss - July 14, 2015

Allies For Everyone
Bunker (Allies For Everyone Alternate Mix)

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It’s always a treat to start a day with a little bit of sexy deep-house. So when NYC stationed electronic producer Brian Suarez, better known as Allies For Everyone, dropped his latest revision on us -itself an alternate take on his own track “Bunker”– we knew it would be a perfect door-opener this morning. We’d already heard AFE’s original mix, and while by no means was it anywhere near a letdown, today he’s arrived with an even more introspective and gripping glimpse of the shape-shifting single. On the Alternate Mix, Allies For Everyone dials back a clubbier approach, instead focusing on a more subdued yet utterly captivating low end, rumbling hook, and a gorgeous ad-lib cut of the original vocal stems to create a dark and deep tune that just plain oozes sexiness. Our day is already screaming for a taste of proper deep-house and Allies For Everyone delivered our presription with a bullet.

“Bunker” will also be touched up by their labelmates Nightriders and Jay Hill, but we’ll be busily consuming AFE’s edit until then.

[Future/Deep-House] Class Actress – GFE (SNBRN Remix)

Posted by Matthew Bloss - July 14, 2015

Class Actress
GFE (SNBRN Remix)

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It’s been far too long since we checked in with one of dance music’s fastest rising commodities (well… May really but who’s keeping track?), SNBRN. During the time we’ve been covering the burgeoning producer, we’ve seen him spread nearly every facet of the underground house game to a rapidly expanding fanbase, whom may have never had the pleasure of experiencing such an intoxicating sound without him. From SNBRN’s deeper iterations, to those housiest of indie-dance originals, and some funkified G-House in between, we’ve only seen a steady rise in both consistency and quality while tackling the Southern Californian’s addictive catalog.

Today we got our hands err… ears, on SNBRN’s latest offering, a dark and groovy remix of Class Actress’ “GFE” and were yet again hooked on another earworm. While the original, which was produced by one of electronic indie music’s most respected artists Alan Palomo (of Neon Indian and VEGA acclaim), plays a little more buoyantly, the tune here takes a murkier turn under the guise of a dark, commanding bassline, weighted drums and flitting chords; which, set against Class Actress’ soaring lush falsetto and Palomo’s malleable stems plays like a melting pad of butter on a thick stack of hotcakes. We’re hoping to hear this one in the midst of a late-night club bender very soon, but for now, stream SNBRN’s “GFE” remix above.

[MP3 Playlist] Indie Dojo (July 2015 Round 2)

Posted by Allegra Azzopardi - July 14, 2015

Working hard or hardly working? Either way, we’ve got an Indie Dojo to whistle to while you work…or you don’t. Hey, it might even make you look more productive.

’Hein Cooper – The Real’