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Tesla Boy – Fantasy

Tesla Boy has an 80s type synthpop sound you could have easily heard in your favorite buzz bands from 2002 to 200? You know… that time in the oughts when the market for New Order t-shirts began its fashionable climb to the top. Ironically enough Tesla Boy comes to us by way of Russia. In “Fantasy” the band takes sample at some of those cliches, which today’s western contemporaries might neglect, and the result is crisp. It’s an insightful approach, with a necesary tact, to the always embraceable sound. For those not yet familiar, then take note to the addictive pop stylings of Tesla Boy.

Tesla Boy russia (Facebook) (iTunes)

Rating 8.3

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05-24-12

Kevin Kirker – People Grow From Trees

It’s not every day that you come across a singer-songwriter who can write with a harp. Even more surprising, is how great of a song “People Grow From Trees” is. Multi-intrumental and Californian artist Kevin Kirk evokes something soothing with this ode to, what seems, a real love. Take a peep.

Kevin Kirker – People Grow From Trees

Kevin Kirker california (Official)

Rating 8.4

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05-23-12

Colin Munroe – Your Eyes (Feat. K. Flay)

“Your Eyes” is the third track to see release from Colin Munroe’s forthcoming Unsung Heroe mixtape. Bay Area MC on the rise (for a minute now) K. Flay, gets the feature. Hot track. Turn it up.

Colin Munroe – Your Eyes (Feat. K. Flay)

Colin Munroe canada (Facebook)

Rating 8.2

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05-23-12

Savages – Husbands

By Nathan Hetherington

A dark and twisted panic oozes from “Husbands”, the first recorded sounds from the Anglo-French Post Punk band Savages. Picture a more violent, sexual Joy Division as Jenny Beth Hisses and sheiks through a fierce performance that equals the buzz surrounding their recent live shows in London. Flying To Berlin/Husbands will be available on Pop Noire 5/28.

Savages – Husbands

Savages (Facebook)

Rating 8.3

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05-23-12

Zulu Winter – Silver Tongue (Dems Remix)

Check out this vibed out new mix of Zulu Winter’s latest by b3sci faves Dems. Carafe-slow heaters. ()

Zulu Winter – Silver Tongue (Dems Remix)

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Rating 8.1

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05-22-12

Jessie Ware – What You Won’t Do For Love (Bobby Caldwell) (Prod. Sampha)

Bobby Caldwell’s 1978 “What You Won’t Do For Love” is one of the coolest tracks ever. Sure it’s a touch cheesy and the late 70’s/early 80’s produced inside a refrigerator thinness of the mixing isn’t ideal either but those melodies, that arrangement, our dude Bobby C., the track on a pure song basis is nearly perfect. Enter, Jessie Ware, one of our favorite singers period right now, and the combination is just superb. Don’t miss it.

Jessie Ware – What You Won’t Do For Love (Bobby Caldwell) (Prod. Sampha)

Jessie Ware (Facebook)

Rating 8.5

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05-22-12

Foxes – Warrior

If you read b3sci, you know we’ve been on the Foxes train since day one. Here, the UK-based singer-songwriter delivers what may be her most focused effort yet in new single “Warrior”. Look out for that begging-for-a-UK Top 10-chorus.

Foxes – Warrior

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Rating 8.3

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05-22-12

Tae Bae Bae – Teco (Feat. Wale)

“Teco” by Tampa rapper Tae Bae Bae is apparently the biggest thing to hit the FL Gulf Coast since 1-800-Ask-Gary put his name on an amphitheater (). MMG’s DMV representative Wale links up with Mr. Tae Bae Bae to give the track a little bit of a helping hand toward national playlisting. Excuse the tags for now.

Tae Bae Bae – Teco (Feat. Wale)

Tae Bae Bae (Facebook)

Rating 8.0

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05-22-12

Red Hot Chili Peppers – Under The Bridge (Brummer Remix)

By Erin Shay

German producer Brummer Musik connects the dots with this stunning version of “Under the Bridge” by the Chili Peppers. Bummer’s golden touches and finely woven beats transform the sad, forlorn favorite into a delightful melodic escape worth writing home about. Careful it may leave you swooning!

Brummer germany (Facebook)

Rating 8.2

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05-21-12

TICKET GIVEAWAY! Big Beach Bootique 5 with Fatboy Slim, Carl Cox, Nero, The 2 Bears, Annie Mac + MORE @ Amex Community Stadium in Brighton June 1-2, 2012!

So we’ve got something extra exciting for all you mad-scientists across the pond, today B3SCI is giving away a pair of passes to Big Beach Bootique 5 in Brighton! Yep, that party that started on the beaches has grown (and then grown some more!) and this year is taking place June 1-2 at Amex Community Stadium in Brighton, England. We’re hooking-up one lucky winner with a pair of passes to both days of the festival which will include performances and DJ sets from the likes of Fatboy Slim, Carl Cox, Nero, The 2 Bears, Annie Mac and more! Email us here and let us know that you want to go to Beach Bootique 5 along with your mailing address for the tickets. Our winner will be picked at random tomorrow (Tuesday 5/22) morning! Get tickets and additional details for Big Beach Bootique 5 and one of the best parties in 2012 at the official website. Good luck!

Nero – Act Like You Know (Nero Dub Remix)

Fatboy Slim and Big Beach Bootique 5: england (INFO and TICKETS)

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05-21-12

RAVE’S FAVE! The Royalty — Bartender

By Bruce Rave

The Royalty are a new El Paso band that combine rock freshness with a retro feel. I met them at a SXSW party. They were really nice people, and I’ve been keeping fingers crossed that I’d like at least some of their songs. It turns out their Lovers album is pretty damn good. “Bartender” has a big sound and compelling melody behind Nicole Boudreau’s strong vocals.

The Royalty — Bartender

The Royalty texas (Bandcamp)

Check out Bruce’s Moheak Radio “Go Deep” show on Sunday nights 8-10 pm Pacific, 11-1 am Eastern Fridays, 4-6 am GMT. Also listen to past shows at Bruce’s blog and follow Bruce on Twitter.

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05-20-12

Saint Motel – 1997

“1997” is the latest track to see release from Saint Motel’s forthcoming Voyeur LP expected on July 10th. The LA based four-piece showcase bright personality throughout their album of aptly crafted indie, power pop tinged rock songs, a concept emphasized in the whimsically nostalgic atmosphere of “1997”. Voyeur also displays lush and textured elements of big band (some contributions via the horn section of Fitz & the Tantrums), tropical, and even Latin musical influence. It’s a great record, mark it on your list.

Saint Motel california (Facebook) (Pre-sale)

Rating 8.331

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05-19-12