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[Electronic] Medii – What If This Is All Real LP

Posted by Tyler Trew - May 23, 2022

The LA meets London duo Medii has planted a major flag on 2022 with the release of their LP What If This Is All Real. The fourteen track project showcases the group’s dynamic talents with influences from electro pop to 80’s, to indie dance and beyond.

The synth-laden throwback vibes that oozes throughout this LP is one of its best qualities. It’s a glue that keeps this album feeling tight throughout. Another highlight that keeps things cohesive despite the wide range of talents involved are the vocals. From front to back What If This Is All Real is packed with memorable performances from the likes of Cat Cayenne, Gemyni, Sidney Blair and more. Medii delivered a massively fun listen that manages to also express emotional sentiments that will make the LP a timeless treat.

[Electronic] Donna Lewis – I Love You Always Forever (RYNO Remix)

Posted by Tyler Trew - April 19, 2017

I Love You Always Forever (Donna Lewis
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Everyone should know Donna Lewis’ memorable 1996 hit single “I Love You Always Forever.” It’s classics like this that get people into music. Whether it got RYNO into music or not, we can’t be too sure, but we do know it influenced the New York producer in some way. How? Because he recently released a cover/remix of the track on Soundcloud.

RYNO takes “I Love You Always Forever” a whole different direction, adding many elements you aren’t going to find in the original. For a large part of the first half or so of the song, we get something that is simply an expanded cover, although great; it adds some instrumental elements along with a fresh voice for the lyrics. As it moves along we do get to a “drop” that gives us a little taste of electronic sounds that adds a nice touch to the cover. Check it out today and stay tuned for more music from RYNO in 2017!

[Indie-Dance] The Weeknd – Can’t Feel My Face (Kolaj Cover)

Posted by Tyler Trew - September 1, 2015

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Can't Feel My Face (The Weeknd Cover)

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After releasing their original song “The Touch,” Kolaj is back with a cover of “Can’t Feel My Face” by The Weeknd. The original has undoubtedly been one of the biggest records of the year, and this cover has to be one of the top remixes, bootlegs, covers or edits out there, as it’s already gotten mad love over the week it’s been out. The duo get a bit tropical with in style, but don’t dip quite so far as to reach Kygo status. They keep to their strengths and play off the sub-genre for one amazing cover of a song that has gotten a whole lot of attention from producers. By pumping out their own version, and bringing the vocal of Teesa, this is one extraordinary makeover. Want the track for your own digital library? Download it for free!

[Indie] Feed Me Jack – Twice (Little Dragon Cover)

Posted by Ash El Gamal - June 1, 2015

’Feed Me Jack – Twice (Little Dragon Cover)’

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’Feed Me Jack – Reelin’ In The Years (Steely Dan Cover)’

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As they prepare to release their upcoming EP, Oakland-based Feed Me Jack put out a phenomenal collection of covers last night. With Little Dragon, Steely Dan, Weezer and more included, the 5-track project showcases Feed Me Jack’s experimental indie rock and versatile musicianship to perfection. As with all great covers, the songs are complete re-imaginations that take each song to unique and exciting places.

Their take on Little Dragon’s “Twice,” our personal favorite, starts similarly to the original utilizing a beautiful acoustic backing, but around the 1-minute mark expands on that initial melody falling into a blissful guitar jam. It’s the type of song that only gets better the longer you listen–after repeating the chorus it once again erupts into a gorgeously composed outro. Feed Me Jack’s take on Steely Dan’s “Reelin’ in the Years,” another stand-out, transforms the original into an airy, guitar-layered jam session mixed in with flawless horns. Add in some goofy ad-libs, and it captures FMJ’s breezy quirkiness making for a completely different listen than the classic original.

It’s interesting hearing a young band like FMJ, who’s musicianship gives them freedom to take on endless sonic endeavors, truly establishing a sound. It’s even more intriguing that they’re able to do so while covering other artists’ music. Feed Me Jack are currently working on originals for their next EP, which they expect to drop in August. Based on some of the experimentation we’re hearing on this project, we really can’t wait for what they have in store. You can pick up the full covers EP over at their Bandcamp page for free and check out our interview with them from a few months back here.

[Soul] Gnarls Barkley – Who’s Gonna Save My Soul (Ricky Smith Cover)

Posted by Sara Natkins - April 29, 2015

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Who's Gonna Save My Soul (Gnarls Barkley Cover)

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Meet Ricky Smith, a young and talented songwriter, producer, singer. Only breaking into the scene very recently, he’s already bringing some mighty fine flair to the table. In his first release, “Reaching Out,” Ricky provided listeners with a little taste of the intense passion that defines his sound and shows off his ability to create some pretty dope production. His freshest release is a cover of Gnarls Barkley’s heavy track, “Who’s Gonna Save My Soul,” which puts emphasis on his powerful vocals. Quite a shift in genre from his debut release, Ricky flips a switch and connects with a more soulful side. This chilling cover will instill unimaginable feels and beckon your deepest emotions. Just make sure to have a tissue box handy before hitting play.

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[Chill] Above & Beyond – Sun & Moon (Deuxième Revisit)

Posted by Jordan Grammer - February 19, 2015

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Sun & Moon (Deuxième Revisit)

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We use the term “chill” on TMN to describe everything from dubstep to Norah Jones covers. What we have for you today can be found elsewhere throughout the blogosphere as well as next to the definition of “chill” in your 2015 Merriam-Webster dictionary. I challenge you to have pants on by the time this tune ends, by your doing or someone else’s. “Sun & Moon” has been remixed and covered and mashed up to death in the electronic music world but nobody ever mentioned anything about jazz. Enter Deuxième aka the two most creative cats to come out of Connecticut in a minute aka the offspring of Duke Silver and Kenny G. Their spin on this is romantic, if not ethereal, and we are at a loss of words to truly put in words the type of way this has us feeling. Enjoy Ninjas and Ninjettes.

[Chill] Bob Marley – Waiting In Vain (RÆVE Feat. JahSon Cover)

Posted by Jordan Grammer - September 14, 2014

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Waiting In Vain (RÆVE Ft. JahSon Cover)

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Every blogger worth his salt has heard at least four hundred Bob Marley covers or remixes in their day. As you can see, it’s very easy for the quality ones to get lost in the mix. And even if they are good, they usually aren’t too creative. However, RÆVE & JahSon are here to flip the script with their own interpretation of “Waiting In Vain”. JahSon lays down an incredible cover of the Marley classic, while RÆVE does the rest with his own blend of tropical sounds and house beatwork. As the winter months draw close, expect the Ninja team to keep this one in heavy rotation.