Author Archives: Ivan Chung

[Hip-Hop Instrumental] Moods – Flashback

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 14, 2014

Moods
Flashback

We hadn’t really heard from Moods‘ after his one-hit wonder “Love Is Real” was featured on Majestic Casual a while back. His record label Darker Than Wax just released a compilation called 10K to showcase their talented roster and what they’re really about.

This is a special track off the album titled “Flashback.” The hip-hop producer definitely holds it down for all the Dutch hip-hop beatmakers with this one. There’s this killer bassline that drives the whole instrumental, and Moods throws in hip-hop voice samples to make things even more interesting. The synths come in to fill the spot, resembling something from Evil Needle. This beat is so incredibly dope that you just want to bust a freestyle right on the spot.

Make sure to check out the whole compilation on their SoundCloud here.

[Electronic] IAMNOBODI – Better Off

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 14, 2014

IAMNOBODI [Official]
Better Off

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Of all the amazing artists under Soulection, IAMNOBODI is definitely one of our favorites. With chill vibes all around, he magically remixes Allen Stone‘s “Better Off This Time” and turns it into this neo-soul masterpiece.

Everyone knows how well Allen Stone can sing, but being able to incorporate smart beats and piano chords and flip it around 180 degrees is intriguing. The vocals are raised in pitch, almost resembling the voice of a female R&B singer. The bass drum line makes a killer beat and goes really well with the song, while the solos in between verses fill in the gaps and make this track incredibly entertaining.

We can’t tell you how excited we were to hear something new from IAMNOBODI. It’s almost like Christmas, feeding the satisfaction to our eardrums. Vibe with us and listen to this genius re-work. We can almost guarantee you will be amazed.

[Dream Pop] Tape Waves – Ready Now

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 14, 2014

Tape Waves
Ready Now

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Every once in a while you discover a group you like so much that you keep finding out more about them while wearing a smile on your face. Here we have this husband-wife indie pop duo called Tape Waves from South Carolina who bring us a gem off of their debut album Let You Go, titled “Ready Now.”

Don’t let their quirkiness and lack of intimidation fool you–they masterfully handled this selection of dream pop tunes. The mellow instrumentals match perfectly with the female vocals, which are both muffled and sustained for the dreamy and psychedelic effect. Their music is makes you feel good and want to lay back and relax. They stay true to their musical roots by bringing in fun and peaceful vibes from their hometown and into their music, expressing their lifestyle through lyrical and melodic maneuvers.

Go get a copy of their album and judge for yourself. Tape Waves are definitely a group to watch and one for all the music enthusiasts out there.

[Electronica] Spazzkid – Something About Us (Daft Punk cover)

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 14, 2014

spazzkid
Something About Us (Daft Punk Cover)

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Attempting to cover a Daft Punk classic is always risky and ballsy, but here we have Spazzkid‘s cover of “Something About Us” and he definitely killed it, keep it original and unique. The LA producer slows it down with this one, mixing tropical synths with electronic beats, and incorporating them nicely with the original vocal samples, building this awesome cover from scratch. It’s truly amazing how this cover differs from the Daft Punk classic in terms of distinctiveness and musical style. The breakdown towards the end comes in with a bang, sealing the deal with that melodic solo.

The key to a cover is to be creative and different but at the same time maintain credibility to the original, and Spazzkid manages to do just that. If you’re into instrumental electronica, go check out Spazzkid’s other stuff. They’re one of a kind and will leave you in awe.

[Indie Pop] Becky Hill – Losing

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 14, 2014

Becky Hill Official
Losing

Soundcloud

UK singer Becky Hill has graduated from The Voice and moved onto the pursuit of her own music identity. Following the success of her collaboration with Oliver Heldens in “Gecko”, she has definitely found her own style of music and it sure is amazing.

Here is a new single titled “Losing”. This track off her upcoming debut album is very well-produced, as she is straying off towards electronic music, while remaining playful through the melodies of the song. The clever use of voice samples as part of the instrumentals makes this tune really fun and exciting. Her powerful vocals dominate through the entire song, showcasing both her finesse and classiness. We are very excited for her new album to come out.

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[Ambient] Planet Of Sound feat. Cider Sky – Together

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 14, 2014

Planet Of Sound feat. Cider Sky
Together [OUT NOW!]

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Never heard of Planet of Sound and Cider Sky? Well give this tune a listen and it will probably change your mind about chill-out music. The noisy background mixes well with the electric guitar riffs throughout the song, while Cider Sky contributes in the “easygoing” vibes, making the song really enjoyable to listen to. The whistling in the hook of the song makes it really laid back, exemplifying the carefree nature of sound and music.

So grab yourself a cup of tea, kick it back or go cruise around on your bike/skateboard at the beach and listen to this gem. Trust us, it’s perfect for it no matter where you’re at.

Electronic

[Electro] Chromeo – Lost On The Way Home (Shash’U Remix)

Posted by Ivan Chung - September 14, 2014

CHROMEO
LOST ON THE WAY HOME feat. SOLANGE (SHASH'U PWRFNK REMIX)

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Funk powerhouse Chromeo is a popular target for remixes. This time around, Montreal DJ, producer and songwriter Shash’U did a rework of their song “Lost On The Way Home.” Having similar musical style, Shash’U juices up the funk in this tune even more and certainly does his fellow homies justice. The slapping bass drives the whole tune, and when it’s mixed in with David Macklovitch and Solange‘s voices, you can’t help but get up and dance your life away.

Give this gem a listen and be sure to check out Chromeo’s new album White Women!