Mad Decent signee Sebastian Paul enlists vocalist Pheobe Ryan on his smooth new single, “SO DONE”. Paul’s breathy vocals flow freely alongside a sturdy beat with ebbing synths, making for a hypnotizing head-nodder. Pheobe Ryan’s vocal section comes in at the perfect time, creating an ethereal intermission before the song kicks back into gear. Definitely keep an eye on this …
Death Cab For Cutie – I Dreamt We Spoke Again (Louis The Child Remix)
With their debut album in the works, Louis The Child deliver this silky smooth remix to hold us over. The duo’s powerful synths and speedy percussion compliment Death Cab‘s vocals amazingly well—breathing new life into a great song by upping the tempo and adding an electronic edge. Check it out below and keep an eye on Louis The Child’s SoundCloud …
Forester – Spark
Charming steel drums and reverb drenched vocals make for a beautiful auditory trip on “Spark”—the debut single from California based duo Forester. It’s a gently rolling indie/electronic song that also features a chorus layered with pitched vocal samples and subtle bass synths, which add a bit of power to the otherwise subdued vibe. This is the first thing I’ve heard …
RÜFÜS DU SOL – Lost In My Mind
With their new album SOLACE right around the corner, RÜFÜS DU SOL continue to drum up hype with an incredible third single called “Lost In My Mind.” Native American chants immediately offer something to grab onto, while the group’s vocals unwind overtop skittering percussion and pulsing synths. There really isn’t anyone else making music like this right now, and judging …
Animal Collective – My Girls (Baaku Remix)
Denver-based producer Baaku makes an outstanding first impression with his gorgeous remix of Animal Collective‘s 2009 single, “My Girls”. He preserves the upbeat energy of the original while adding powerful synths and hard-hitting percussion—making this one an exciting listen from start to finish. Be sure to follow Baaku on Soundcloud and stream/download this killer remix below.
Yoshi Flower – Brown Paper Bag
Yoshi Flower is easily one of my favorite new artists of 2018. I was hooked when I first heard him featured on Elohim‘s beautiful “Panic Attacks” and I’ve enjoyed everything he’s released since. His latest song “Brown Paper Bag” is a high octane tune that features killer guitar riffs, powerful bass, and a supremely catchy vocal performance. This guy is …
Charli XCX – Lucky (Ö Remix)
Wow, this stripped down remix of Charli XCX‘s “Lucky” is something special. Experimental Montreal based producer Ö puts a delicate touch on this one, with echoing choral melodies and soft chants that build alongside Charli’s angelic vocals. Together, these pieces add a stunning new depth to what was already an incredible song. Stream the remix below and check out Ö‘s …
ELOHIM – Panic Attacks (feat. Yoshi Flower)
Soothing vocals from ELOHIM and Yoshi Flower intertwine in this hauntingly beautiful new single. I found myself immediately intrigued by the opening melody, then the woozy guitar and perfect chorus sealed the deal. The style of these two mesh together effortlessly and I’d love to hear another collaboration down the road. “Panic Attacks” can be found on ELOHIM’s upcoming self …
Dermot Kennedy – Moments Passed (Mike Dean Remix)
Upcoming singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy‘s song “Moments Passed” gets a vibe-heavy remix by premiere hip hop producer Mike Dean. Kennedy’s heart-wrenching vocals are complimented by a spacious and skittering beat, with the strongest elements from the original—like the roughed-up and looped vocal chorus—still taking center stage. Everything about this one screams originality, which means Dermot Kennedy is a name I’ll be …
Cautious Clay – Blood Type
Soul/R&B musician Cautious Clay has incredible song writing skills and a rich sound that effortlessly blends genres. His spectacular 6-song Blood Type EP was recently released, with several new songs complimenting his previous singles. Standout track “Blood Type” has a subdued start that leads into an explosive chorus that’s been stuck in my head for days now. It’s one of …