Well I remember a point in time when Zhu was being mistaken in the blog world for Skrillex. Long past are those days and Zhu has fully risen to form with his second EP release called the Genesis Series. This track "Working For It" being the last installment on the six song EP is a collab with brand new Mind of a Genius (Zhu's label) signee THEY and the man Skrill himself. This track fits perfectly with the musical branding Zhu has created for himself. Blending the mellowed yet still somehow hyped up stabs of piano and synth melody around a distinctively Skrillex infused bass sound and rhythm. This tune manages to be both laid back and hype which I think is characteristic of most Zhu records. The man, the myth, the intrigue that is Zhu continues to expand the boundaries of the music world.
EMBER ISLAND - I CAN'T FEEL MY FACE (GRYN FEELS REMIX)
Music, RemixCommentGRYN is back with a new smooth gem. While "I Can't Feel My Face" by The Weeknd a) might be a little overplayed right meow, but b) is still a total jam. Ember Island takes a beautiful approach to covering this track check it out here and then the GRYN boys do their thing with it. Wonderfully smooth to its core, GRYN bumps the dance factor but for the most part keeps it relaxed. This track makes me feel like an early morning walk along the beach in an exotic tropical paradise. Feels Remix is right on.
[PREMIERE] LEO ISLO - HIGHER LIVING (ORIGINAL MIX)
Music, Original Mix, Premiere, PREMIERCommentHappy Thursday! And what a great Thursday it is. Our good friends over at Los Angeles Music Project (LAMP) have given us an absolute gift of a track to premiere today from Arizona bred, Portland transplant Leo Islo! "Higher Living" is a wonderfully written and even better produced track showing off both his silky smooth vocals and frictionless production style. This record will just melt over you taking you on a mellifluous journey of a twofold variety. First I feel this track blossoms with upbeat synth-wave melodies and sounds, but is also coupled with a somewhat melancholy overtone echoed by the lyrics and vocal style. A subtle kick accents a brooding bass line with waves of arpeggiated synths and an absolutely infectious chorus vocal. With this just his second release on LAMP and a relative newcomer to our pages, we have absolutely no doubt he's firmly implanted to stay.
MOON BOOTS - RED SKY
Music, Original MixCommentOh Moon Boots .... always dropping the smoothest disco house beats! Time and time again he makes us want to shake our bootys; every track is perfection! "Red Sky" is the latest original from this Brooklyn based producer which has been brought to us via Anjunadeep - many many feels for this one kids! Moon Boots is definitely showing us his deeper side! You guys can swoop it HERE!
ALISON WONDERLNAD - TAKE IT TO REALITY (JUSTIN JAY REMIX FT. BENNY BRIDGES)
Music, RemixCommentI'm in LA enjoying the sunshine and palm trees mixed with traffic and shitty internet - all which I love so much about this great city, so I think I'll talk about this hometown hero Justin Jay while I'm on his turf! This deep house producer and Dirtybird legend has dropped this new remix of "Take It To Reality ft. Benny Bridges" by Alison Wonderland and it's sick! I am so about tough edgy remixes like this, and Bridge's guitar takes it to next level status! This is sexy! You can grab this Justin Jay remix as a free download HERE!
PEGBOARD NERDS - EMOJI (ORIGINAL MIX)
Music, Original MixComment"Hey Now! C'mon Now!" The Pegboard Nerds cap off their Pink Cloud EP with this energetic final new tune "Emoji." In classic PN fashion you're gonna get plenty of bass with this one, but wrapped up in some spritely explosive melody and vocals. The Nerds are set to release the Pink Cloud EP on October 23rd, and all proceeds from the EP and merch sales in October are going to help support the cancer fighting organization Fuck Cancer. I love it when artists use their creative expression toward a good cause, and this is a total win-win for everyone. Join in this final push to get some good music and help fight a terrible disease. I'm in #PinkCloud! Get more details on their website http://www.pegboardnerds.com/.
OYSTER KIDS - CREEPY (ORIGINAL MIX) + MUSIC VIDEO
Music, Original Mix, Video1 CommentJust in time for Halloween, new kids on the block Oyster Kids have delivered to us a deliciously "Creepy" new tune that is equal parts mellowed out synth pop with a hint of something sinister underneath. I'm a big fan of the harmonies, the synth soundscape and snappy snare throughout this one. "Creepy" is setting the bar pretty high for the newcomers and I can't wait to see what they have next up their sleeve. Already making waves on Hype Machine at #8 as I'm writing this, today they've also released a new music video to accompany this breakout single. Talk about creepy, the two guy and girl leads are precariously smiling throughout reminiscent of Chuckie Dolls, accompanied by mysterious bandage wrapped owners. The video certainly matches the name of the song, so go check out the music video here.
GOLDLINK - DANCE ON ME (BRASSTRACKS REMIX)
Music, RemixCommentOk take a break from watching the new Star Wars trailer for a couple minutes to fill your ears with some brand new Brasstracks. Coming off their amazing remix of Gallant's "Weight in Gold" (check out our write up of that one here) the guys have put their signature brassy spin on GoldLink's track "Dance On Me." Brasstracks so skillfully moves from smooth soulful brass break downs to spiky electric bumps, crazy drum fills and a whole lotta hype. Love these guys they'll be heading on tour with Lido the next couple weeks to close out October. Check out their Facebook Page for tour dates and more info.
Disclosure: Brasstracks is promoted by Beautiful Buzzz writer Lindsey Oh + Alli Lindsey
PRINCE FOX - WAITING TILL TOMORROW (LUCA LUSH REMIX)
Music, RemixCommentLuca Lush x Prince Fox - this is what happens when our friends get together! Legends, both of them! I'm literally dancing in my chair at my desk, and my dog is looking at me like I'm crazy! Luca Lush puts his deep heavy future house vibe on "Waiting Till Tomorrow" for a fucking banger! You can grab a free download HERE!