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Track Reviews

Lana Del Rey – Video Games (TATF Remix)

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You’re prob thinking, “Awwww nah. Not another Lana Del Rey remix. b3sci we’re pals but come on dudes.” We hear you! We hear you! But listen to THIS.

Lana Del Rey – Video Games (TATF Remix)

TATF california (Bandcamp) (Soundcloud)

Rating 8.0

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10-16-11

Emeli Sandé – Daddy (Fred V & Grafix Remix)

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This Fred V & Grafix mix of Emeli Sandé’s (big fans) latest single has been blowing up UK radio the last couple weeks. The mix is a little more DnB than anything else but there’s a lot “anything else” going on the track. Fred V & Grafix are on top form right now and their remix for “Daddy” is one of the best DnB remixes of the year.

Emeli Sandé – Daddy (Fred V & Grafix Remix)

Fred V & Grafix england (Facebook) (Twitter)

Rating 8.5

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10-16-11

Madeon – Icarus

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The 17 year old from Nantes who’s big remix work for Deadmau5, Yelle & Pendulum among others has gained him notice and acclaim worldwide delivers this preview of “Icarus”, a killer original production. Listen.

Madeon – Icarus

Madeon france (Soundcloud) (Facebook)

Rating 8.4

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10-16-11

Grieves – Lightspeed

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Seattle based rapper, Grieves offers up a piano-driven melody with highly relatable lyrics and an impressive chorus hook. The song reminds me of childhood, and specifically, how our differences as kids were countervailed by the bonds we shared through riding in the last seat of the bus and going to the local deli to pickup packs of baseball cards. Grieves’ lines about these ideas make the song all the more authentic and set the mood for an interval of reflection. The song crosses many disciplines and I believe, has something for everyone. Contributed by Trevor Meyer

Grieves – Lightspeed

Grieves washington (Official) (Facebook)

Rating 8.2

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10-15-11

You Love Her Coz She’s Dead – Softer Cell

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“Softer Cell” comes to us via Brighton, UK duo You Love Her Coz She’s Dead. Sans the dark name, the dark art, and for the most part a dark album of industrial inspired electro pop, deeper cut “Softer Cell” showcases a delicate prettier side of YLHCSD.

You Love Her Coz She’s Dead – Softer Cell

You Love Her Coz She’s Dead england (Facebook) (Soundcloud)

Rating 7.8

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10-15-11

The Owsley Brothers – Burden On Your Eyes

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We end the week with an ass kicking c/o of Florida band The Owsley Brothers. Like raw, swampy sounding electric blues as much as us? Yeah, that’s what we thought. Give The Owsley Bros’ “Burden On Your Eyes” a spin below.

The Owsley Brothers – Burden On Your Eyes

The Owsley Brothers florida (Myspace) (Bandcamp)

Rating 8.4

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10-14-11

Coldplay – Paradise (Fedde Le Grand Remix)

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Pete Tong just dropped the world premiere of this hotly tipped new Coldplay remix by Fedde Le Grand. Look for its release on Beatport on Monday. Big tune.

Coldplay – Paradise (Fedde Le Grand Remix)

Fedde Le Grand netherlands (Official) (Facebook)

Rating 8.3

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10-14-11

RAVE’S FAVES: The Jim Jones Revue – Dishonest John

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If you haven’t been lucky enough to catch the Jim Jones Revue live, check out their Letterman appearance. “Burning Down Your House” is their aptly titled album, and you’ll probably want to catch up with them next time they hit a local venue.

Jim Jones Revue – Dishonest John

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10-14-11

Skream – Anticipate (Cassius Remix)

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Cassius return serve to Skream after the S-man remixed “I Love U So” last year. Ace.

Skream – Anticipate (Cassius Remix)

Skream england (Facebook) (Soundcloud)

Rating 8.2

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10-14-11

Violens – Spectator & Pupil (RAC Mix)

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Here goes something new from Remix Artist Collective in support of NYC band Violens. The dark guitar pop of the original is traded in for that sweeter more chilled RAC-80’s sound.

Violens – Spectator & Pupil (RAC Mix)

RAC oregon (Facebook)

Rating 8.0

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10-14-11

Birdy – Shelter (Essáy’s Tearful Edit)

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German producer Essay’s remix of Birdy’s “Shelter” cover is a 100% stunner. Prepare to be totally knocked out.

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Rating 8.5

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10-14-11

Drake – Make Me Proud (Feat. Nicki Minaj)

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Eyebrows dropped this new Take Care bomb with Funkmaster Flex earlier tonight. It’s that Pink Friday and OVO.

Drake – Make Me Proud (Feat. Nicki Minaj)

Drake canada (Official) (Twitter)

Rating 8.5

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10-13-11