Author Archives: Rex Buchanan

[Dubstep] Rednek ft. Sean Byrne – Conspiracy

Posted by Rex Buchanan - April 2, 2012

Rednek has been making a ruckus in the Dubstep community ever since he released his debut track “I Am Not Skrillex”. This UK producer’s reputation has continued to grow daily due to a consistent stream of heavy remixes and originals, all with that certain Rednek attitude to them. When I opened for him a while back I would tell this guy was serious about taking over the scene and it seems that aspiration is starting to come true. His latest single “Conspiracy” really steps up his production chops a notch or two with some intricate wobble synths, a seriously catchy reggae style vocal from Sean Byrne and effortless switchups between drum n bass and dubstep rhythms. As you can tell from the video below, there is a certain humor to Rednek that gives him the underdog advantage, and we can’t wait to see what trouble he gets into in 2012.

Rednek ft. Sean Byrne – Conspiracy

’Rednek – Conspiracy feat. Sean Byrne’

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[Remixes] Dragonette – Let It Go (Laidback Luke Remix)

Posted by Rex Buchanan - April 2, 2012

Whenever Holland’s Laidback Luke steps up to the decks you know the doors are about to get blown off the building. With one of the longest running careers out there, Laidback Luke has been a household name for a while now yet he still continues to come out with exciting new remixes at a staggering pace. I know from personal experience that this talented performer’s live shows will blow you away due to his unique style that sits somewhere between turntablism and big room club mixing. His latest remix of Toronto “basement pop” group Dragonette‘s single “Let It Go” is a feel good anthem turned whirlwind club banger. The abrupt drops and frequent synth switch ups keep things moving and give the track a very “live” feel. Show Luke and Drabonette some love by picking up the mp3 on Beatport tonight!

’Dragonette – Let it Go’

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[Drumstep] Zardonic ft. Mark Instinct, NumberNin6 & Run DMT – Real Steel

Posted by Rex Buchanan - April 2, 2012

Today we bring you a brand new collaboration from some of the best Drumstep producers from across the globe. Coming together on one massive track is Venezuela’s Zardonic, Calgary’s Mark Instinct, Virginia’s NumberNin6 and Austin’s Run DMT. Put four bass maniacs in the same room and the result is sure to be heavy. With the appropriate title “Real Steel” this unique track spans the gambit from soundtrack music to industrial drumstep to full on machinery-style drum and bass. This is definitely not your traditional wobble but takes on a much more metal vibe to it which really works. You can hear the stream below or pick up the track for your death metal drum and bass DJ sets on Beatport.

’Zardonic ft. Mark Instinct, NumberNin6 & Run DMT – Real Steel’

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[Dubstep] Skrillex ft. Damian Marley – Untitled (Rudeboy)

Posted by Rex Buchanan - March 30, 2012

It was only a matter of time before dubstep giant Skrillex and legendary reggae singer Damian Marley found a project to collaborate on. Well it looks like that time has come. In this still unreleased, untitled track (speculatively titled “Rudeboy” but that is likely to change due to a similarly titled song from Zeds Dead), Skrillex brings his signature sirens and deep bass which mesh quite well with Damian Marley’s rasta stylings. Look out for an extended version of this to be released in the near future on OWSLA.

Skrillex Ft. Damian Marley – Rudeboy

’Skrillex Ft. Damian Marley – Rudeboy’

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[Disco House] Supermen Lovers – Say No More (Jupiter Remix)

Posted by Rex Buchanan - March 30, 2012

Here at The Music Ninja we love music from France. Something about the city of lights makes for some infectious disco grooves. Take for example the latest release from Parisian nu disco producers The Supermen Lovers titled “Say No More”. Self described as sounding like “Giorgio Moroder painted black with a bass guitar and a magic Red Bull Viagra cocktail” these guys have a sharp ear for all things glitter. Adding to the mix is fellow Parisian duo Jupiter. They took the classic disco grooves of “Say No More” and chopped them up a bit to create a smooth little nu wave-meets-electroclash number. Its tunes like these that make Paris the undisputed disco capitol of the world, but until we can visit one day we’ll have to boogie vicariously through Soundcloud!

The Supermen Lovers – Say No More (Jupiter Remix) by Jupiter (official)

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[Preview] Avicii vs Lenny Kravitz – Superlove

Posted by Rex Buchanan - March 30, 2012

With headlining spots at Ultra Music Festival, the biggest single of the year and even an appearance on a Super Bowl commercial this year many would argue that Sweeden’s Avicii is the most successful DJ on the planet right now. An amazing accomplishment for someone so young. Avicii we solute you! Give a listen to this preview for a new bootleg track he is working on with vocals from the legendary Lenny Kravitz. Yet another very smooth, melodic and catchy tune from this talented producer.

PREVIEW: AVICII vs Lenny Kravitz – Superlove (Avicii’s Space Mix) by AviciiOfficial

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[Fresh] Fast Foot ft. MC Cyanide – You’re Dead (Figure Remix)

Posted by Rex Buchanan - March 28, 2012

It can easily be argued that nobody goes harder than Indiana native Figure. His production and performance skills in the realm of bass music are recognized as some of the best in the business and whenever you need some heavy artillery for your sets or listening destruction you know who to call upon. In his latest remix of obscure artists Fast Foot and MC Cyanide on the track “You’re Dead”, Figure yet again brings his heavy duty drumstep meets DnB meets dubstep tactics. Its always dope how many times he switches up the texture and rhythm on his tracks and this remix is a great example. Each phrase is different yet equally as dark and destructive as the last. We can’t wait until Figure sweeps through a town near us on his summer tour and don’t forget he always puts up tons of free music downloads on his website. Thanks for keeping keeping it harder than Doomsday’s knuckles Figure we appreciate it!