Get ready for another track that is going to blow up. We recently featured a mind blowing remix of Flume’s collab with Chet Faker ‘Left Alone’ by producer Bobby Tank earlier this month. But it is Jeremy Malvin, better known as Chrome Sparks, that just gave the already rising original a tasteful spin incorporating a soft pulsating bass around sparkles of calmly light electronics. Elevating the vocals to a deeper experimental place, the Michigan producer gives us another reason to love him.
’Flume – Left Alone ft. Chet Faker (Chrome Sparks Remix)’
This is a mind blowing remix of Flume‘s track with Chet Faker “Left Alone”. Bobby Tank is the one responsible for this blissful rework, that keeps you wanting more throughout the entire track. Euphoria is pretty much your only option after you start listening, so hopefully this should shake the Monday blues. Cheers
Young Australian electronic artist Flume — who we had the pleasure of interviewing not too long ago — stopped by the famed Boiler Room a few weeks ago to drop a hot 45-minute mix. Today, the BR crew was kind enough to post the entire set on Soundcloud and we’re here to give you the heads up. There is no official tracklist, but tune in and see what you can spot. The opener’s a nice take on his hit single “Sleepless”…
Brisbane-based producer, Charles Murdoch, takes on fellow Aussie Flume on this remix of “Sleepless”. Unlike the original, which was playful and sparkly, this rendition savors moments, simmers slowly below the surface, and gives off more of a sensual tone. This one seems better suited as a late night jam. Stream it below and grab a free download here.
A mere couple of weeks after the release of his debut album in Australia, indie electronic producer and DJ, Flume has signed with American label, Mom + Pop Music, to promote his inevitable US release and tour. For those who may be unfamiliar with them, they are an independent label stationed in New York City, touting a lineup of talent including the likeness of Neon Indian, Andrew Bird and Metric.
To commemorate the news, the artist has released “Bring You Down” featuring fellow Aussie songstress, George Maple. The groovy, slow jam tune can be found on Flume’s self-titled debut, a record which we here at The Music Ninja were lucky enough to discuss with the artist himself. Interested in hearing more? Check it out here.
Coming fresh off his first full-length, self-titled debut album, Harley Streten — or Flume as he’s better known — has experienced a meteoric rise catalyzed, largely in part, by his catchy, international viral hit, “Sleepless” (featured below). Although his popularity continued to blossom as a result of a variety of remixes and infectious live performances, Flume has minted himself as a composer with a vast breadth of ingenuity and an eclectic array of sound and style at his disposal.
The Music Ninja had the honor of interviewing him, learning more about the Aussie artist’s influences, songwriting process and thoughts on dance music in general. Check it out below:
TMN: For many, music is a way to invoke nostalgia and is the accompaniment for memories of a time and place in which the listener forms memories. With the release of your debut album, a very diverse compilation of sound and style, how and where did you envision this LP to be heard?
What I wanted is to create an album that could be played at clubs/bars and also at home as something to relax to. I come from a Dance music background and it’s important for me that people are able to dance to my music. Especially at shows, I can’t imagine gigs being nearly as fun if everyone just sat down and listened instead of dancing.
TMN: What are some of the inspirations behind your sound? Is there a theme you find yourself abiding by in your style of music?
I drew a lot of inspiration from travelling round Europe for the first time, soaking up my surroundings and being amongst different cultures. Genre-wise, I’ve been influenced by early 90s Trance music, The ED Banger French Electro movement and then guys like J-Dilla Flying Lotus, M83, Moby.
TMN: Which element, from a sample to an entire genre, do you feel you own as a producer and can be remembered for?
I think I bridge that gap between the underground beatsy electronica scene and mainstream music. I like to think of myself as someone who writes experimental pop music, something thats unique, yet still appeals to a wide audience.
TMN: What is your routine for composing a song and its original elements? With what type of equipment?
I usually start with a beat or a chord progression and then I’ll write a melody over the top of that. Everything’s written on my laptop with a copy of Ableton Live, some synthesizers and a dope set of speakers. I just invested a bit of money into my set up, before it was really basic but now I’m getting some toys for the studio.
TMN: Were you always considered “Flume”? If you had other projects, what aspects of them (personal/creative) have carried into your current music?
Yes, my other project is called What So Not. My roots are in Dance Music and this is my creative outlet for that. I couldn’t do one without the other, I need to write a variety of music to stay sane and keep the creative energy high.
It’s about time that our favorite Aussie drops an amazing track. Flume just nails this one, sampling some empowering soulful vocals that are incredibly catchy. Backed up with prefect breaks mixed with flawless synth work and infectious melodies. This track “Holdin On” will be on Flume’s upcoming album. Cheers
