If only because that means I have been amassing scores of new music that is finally ready to desecrate your ossicular chains. Eardrums be damned! Now in order to fit everything I will have to forego my customary style of verbose rambling and instead write a very succinct blurb about each artist (and I’m sure you are all devastated).
Disco/Funk:
LE YOUTH: Le Youth (aka Wes James) is a LA based producer/DJ whose penchant for creating feel-good disco is just another demonstration of how the youth is taking over…
Les Loups: In search of smooth disco/funk sound, Les Loups realized that a 3-piece suits them best. This German trio hailing from Hannover has captivated me recently with a style that can always put a smile on my face.
DJ EQ: I know very little about this producer other than the fact that he makes amazing music. I believe he is based out of Philly which would make sense as that city has recently been displaying its ability to churn out great artists across the broad spectrum of music.
Cézaire: Again, relatively little information about this artist is available except for the fact that he’s from Paris, but that, in and of itself, is a reason to give him a listen.
Cherokee: Another French electronic duo that is simply killing it. The group was formed earlier this year and has since put out a few songs, all of them worth listening to.
Alexandre Louvré: (Warning: Not from France) The name might throw you a little, but this 19 year old from Mexico City definitely appreciates the “French touch” and demonstrates this understanding in every one of his songs.
D-Funk: A Sydney-based producer/DJ, D-Funk has been around for years, toured all over the world, and released well over 50 tracks. With more and more quality music coming from down-under, I have a feeling like Mr. Masters will soon be receiving the credit he deserves.
Stevie Wonder – Sir Duke (D-Funk’s Nu Funk Mix)
Electro:
The Digital Monkey: Matthew Johnson has been making music for close to a year now and has carved out a niche in the category of progressive electro-house. Hopefully we’ll see more from this UK-based producer in the coming months.
The Digital Monkey – Freaky Mothers
Icy Lions: This American duo has accomplished something I thought impossible: finishing a quality EP while each member lives on an opposite side of the country. So from SF to Atlanta, then straight to your speakers, comes this heavily-electro influenced sound. Also get the ‘Girls & Mustaches’ EP for free while you can! (http://www.mediafire.com/?x3de3f3di58jcd2) (160 kbps)
The Clave: The Brazilians have Electro figured out. That much is clear. The Clave have decided to take this knowledge then blend it with dubstep and fidget to create a hard-hitting style that is similar, but ultimately unique when compared to other Brazilian artists.
Aqualight – The Revelation (The Clave Remix)
Bonus:
A.Skillz: From the moment I heard his remix of California Soul, I knew that Adam Mills was the man. It doesn’t hurt that this Londoner also works often with the Funkytown supported Nick Thayer, so do yourself a favor and check out their collaborations.
Jackson 5 – ABC (A.Skillz Remix)
Wolf Gang: (No not Gartner) Max makes straight pop music, but hot damn is it enjoyable to listen to. The Magician released a remix of this track, but in my opinion the original is perfect as is.
http://soundcloud.com/alienhits/wolf-gang-stay-and-defend
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