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The Deep & Disco Dojo #4

Posted by Ivan Chung - July 10, 2015

Welcome to another segment of Deep & Disco Dojo! This week’s playlist will definitely open your eyes to a wide range of artists. We’re getting extra deep with this one, featuring artists like Après, Bobby Nourmand, Pat Lok, and HI-LO. We’re also introducing artists like Reuben Keeney and Truancy to our dojo, as they’ve been digging up some cool new sounds.

Check out these features below and vibe away! If you love house music, these tunes will not disappoint. And if you don’t normally listen to house, you will probably change your mind at the end of this playlist.

’Bobby Nourmand – B E C A U S E’

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’Oh Wonder – All We Do (Tontario Remix)’

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’Moullinex – Take A Chance (Satin Jackets Remix)’

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’Arches Feat. Karen Harding – “New Love” (Original Mix)’

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’Après Feat. Andrea Martin – This Ain’t Love’

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’Antony & Cleopatra – Take Me (Pat Lok ‘Yukon Funk’ Mix)’

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’Stalking Gia – Born Free (Reuben Keeney Remix)’

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’HI LO – Crank It Up’

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’Queen feat. WebsterX (COMPLEX PREMIERE)’

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’The Weeknd – Can’t Feel My Face (Keljet Edit)’

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[Ticket Giveaway] Manila Killa – 7/12 – W Hotel San Diego

Posted by Ivan Chung - July 9, 2015

Calling all ninjas and ninjettes from San Diego! Are you a fan of Manila Killa? Do you want to attend a fun pool party? Well here’s your chance to kill two birds with one stone. We’re giving away TWO TICKETS to Manila Killa: Summer Sessions at the beautiful W Hotel in downtown San Diego this Sunday afternoon. TMN is thrilled to announce this giveaway and maintain our continued friendship with the Moving Castle crew.

Manila Killa, who is 1/2 of Hotel Garuda and part of the popular Moving Castle Collective, continues to impress with his ever-changing sound and multi-genre style. Having such diversity in his arsenal, the DC artist guarantees a fun time with quality mixes and slick maneuvers. With local support from Sulvida, Primal and Nicky Valentino, SD is about to get real tropical on Sunday. We’ve prepared a playlist from the talented Manila Killa to get you started for this weekend. We hope to see your lovely faces there, so get your bikinis and board shorts ready as we vibe away to your favorite summer jams!

How to enter the contest

1) “Like” us (The Music Ninja) on facebook here:

2) “Like” the Manila Killa on facebook:

3) Comment below this post with what Manila Killa track you want to hear poolside.

WINNER WILL BE CHOSEN AT 4PM PST ON FRIDAY 7/10.

’Bearson – Pink Medicine (Manila Killa Remix)’

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’Dawn Golden – All I Want (Manila Killa Remix)’

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’Tegan and Sara – Walking With A Ghost (Manila Killa Remix)’

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’The M Machine – Don’t Speak (Manila Killa Remix)’

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’Manila Killa – 2h Du Matin (Ft. Mark Johns)’

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’AObeats & Manila Killa & Jai Wolf (ft. Mark Johns) – Diamonds For Breakfast’

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[Downtempo] Beshken – Know You Well (feat. Mothica and Mayo)

Posted by Ivan Chung - July 7, 2015

Beshken
Know You Well (feat. Mothica and Mayo)

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Following “Right Time”, Beshken comes out with yet another fresh original that’ll get you vibing. “Know You Well” is the result of his collaboration with singer Mothica and rapper Mayo. The LA producer fuses his signature chill sound with Mothica’s smooth vocals to bring out the downtempo vibe of the track. Mayo’s verse also serves its purpose to perfectly complement the addicting beat. Whether you’re working for a late night grind, or cruising down the freeway on a Friday night, this tune will be your best company.

Released under Next Wave Records, “Know You Well” showcases Beshken’s talent as a producer. As these originals keep getting better and better, we simply can’t wait to see what the young producer has to offer.

[Indie Eletronic] Empire Of The Sun – We Are The People (Ardency Remix)

Posted by Ivan Chung - July 3, 2015

Empire Of The Sun
We Are The People (Ardency Remix)

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Following the success of “Foxfire”, the creative duo Ardency strike once again with another jaw dropper. Reworking Empire of the Sun‘s “We Are The People”, the two musicians definitely worked their magic and put a spin on the popular anthem. The tune is suited with a lo-fi 80’s disco approach fused with a chillwave sound. The original vocals are kept to go with the indie vibe of the track. The addictive touch resembles the sound of Neon Indian while adding an adrenaline-infused bassline to top it off.

Per usual, Ardency outdid themselves with this release. We are very excited to see what other tricks they got up their sleeves. Make sure to grab a free download if you dig the track!

The Deep & Disco Dojo #3

Posted by Ivan Chung - June 4, 2015

Summer’s right around the corner; for some of you, summer’s already started. On today’s Deep & Disco Dojo, we handpicked some of the hottest tracks to start your vacay right. This week’s episode features acts like RÆVE, SNBRN, Henry Krinkle, Alex Schulz and many more. Don’t miss out as these tunes could be your perfect companions while chilling at the beach or cruising down the highway.

’Hot As You Want ft. Solomon Grey’

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’Claire – Games (Henry Krinkle Remix)’

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’Husky – Electric (ft. Erin Marshall)(Eau Claire Remix)’

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’Boxed In – Mystery (Pat Lok ‘Yukon Soul’ Mix)’

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’Fetty Wap – Trap Queen (Figgy Remix)’

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’ASTR – Activate Me (SNBRN Remix)’

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’SIMIOLI & PROVENZANO FEAT. SCARLET – Ain’t No Sunshine (Deep Chills Remix)’

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’Betty Who – All Of You (RÆVE Future Remix)’

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’Røliig – Twenty (Original Mix)’

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’The Chainsmokers Ft. Great Good Fine Ok – Let You Go (Kevin Miller Remix)’

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’Alex Schulz – Mountains (Original)’

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[Pop] Jaymes Young & Phoebe Ryan – We Won’t

Posted by Ivan Chung - May 27, 2015

Jaymes Young and Phoebe Ryan
We Won't

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Where’s not to love about Jaymes Young and Phoebe Ryan? The long-awaited collaboration is finally here, and it’s everything you’d wish for and more. The anticipated track “We Won’t” is the two artists’ lovechild, as Young’s dreamy vocals and Ryan’s angelic voice make for an amazing dynamic that’ll melt everyone’s heart. The downtempo approach accentuates the emotionally-driven melodies and relatable lyrics. The back-and-forth exchanges between the two result in a tune so catchy we can’t get tired listening to.

With a voice resembling Swedish singer Tove Lo, Phoebe Ryan is definitely one of the most exciting up-and-comers to watch for. If you dig this tune, make sure to catch her upcoming shows with The Knocks in the West Coast.

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[Future] Flo Rida ft. Robin Thicke & Verdine White – I Don’t Like It, I Love It (Kasum Remix)

Posted by Ivan Chung - May 27, 2015

Flo Rida ft. Robin Thicke & Verdine White
I Don't Like, It I Love It (Kasum Remix)

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Following the Blink 182 remix, Kasum is back with another infectious jam. Taking on “I Don’t Like It, I Love It” by Flo Rida, the NY-based producer provides a future bass rendition on the Top 40 track. Kasum manages to keep it fun and entertaining throughout the short duration of the tune, as there’s never dull moment. Cleverly sampling the whitsling, Robin Thicke‘s vocals and Flo Rida’s verse, it all results in an incredibly catchy song that’ll make you move up and down in a heartbeat.

With this release, Kasum once again proves that he can do it all. From progressive house to future bass, he can produce any trending sound for mass appeal. Out via Atlantic Records, this tune shows a new side of Kasum’s talents. Make sure to show some support if you like what you hear!