Los Angeles’ Italian stallion, Birdee, brings us a Vicious Bitch release with his disco dance record “B – Love.” Old school heat meets new age vibe is what we get with the producer’s latest original track. Although the song went live yesterday, some may recognize it from the support it received from Oliver Heldens in his Heldeep Radio episode 48. No wonder he tossed it in his mix; fresh disco house like this doesn’t come around as often as it should nowadays. Birdee keeps the ball of success rolling forward, and don’t expect it to slow down. “B – Love” is going to be one of many dope records he releases in 2015. Beatport currently has the purchase up for this one, so if you’d like to add it to your collection, do so!
As Autograf has shifted more steadily out of the underground and into mainstream consciousness, so too has the way in which one of our favorite groove-heavy acts are able to craft melodies. The latest from Autograf sees the trio riffing on one of dance music’s original wisemen, Fatboy Slim, and his classic single “Mad Flava”. As part of Fatboy Slim’s re-release for platinum selling album Halfway Between The Gutter And The Stars, the Autograf boys have been tapped to offer their uniquely flavored dance groove, and have delivered another stellar piece to a constantly expanding palate. Rather than take the easy way out by sprinkling in a four-four kick and painting on a deeper, analog bassline as so many contemporary dance acts are wont to do these days, Autograf takes a much more fluid approach for their rework. Throughout its first half, Autograf toys with the original’s vocal chops, and breakbeat influenced two-step drums topped with an extremely danceable topline before unloading perhaps one of the most distinct and powerful basslines we’ve heard in any music genre this year. This one has us feeling somewhere between the House club and Hip-Hop dancefloor; which is one of the most welcome feelings we’ve had in quite some time. About the remix opportunity, Autograf told us: “We’re huge fans of breaks so when one of the legends hit us up for a remix, we were super honored. Here’s our break beat tribute to one of the pioneers..” while Fatboy kept his side a bit more ambiguous, stating: “Autograf got the finesse, they got the funk, they got the flava. The three F’s right there…” They certainly do. Check out Autograf’s “Mad Flava” remix above, and if you missed their last remix for Alesso’s “Cool”, do your ears a favor and listen here.
Miguel Campbell, the Leeds based Outcross Records founder and Hot Creations darling made our Monday just a little more bearable with this latest free gift to the blogosphere: “Into You”. Over the past few years, Campbell has set the benchmark for a signature, and club ruling deep-house/nu-disco hybrid sound, and his latest single fits nicely into that aforementioned niche. “Into You” builds its groove upon a rolling bed of deep bass progression played against an airy backdrop of delicate piano stabs before delving into Campbell’s lush use of reverb steeped vocals. Furthering this one up our list of “must hear” tunes today, “Into You” is being given away absolutely for free on his diamond strewn Soundcloud here, so for our dance fans, hop to it and add this one to your diverse Ninja library. Now.
Ready to get weird? We are. So was SLINGER when he decided to make “Caribou Sundays,” a creation that is one hell of a musical drug. Just ask the music video that was created for it. We don’t even need to talk about what craziness goes on in the comedic animation. You’ll just have to watch and see how a chemical-heavy drink leads to a battle for a girl between a hunky jet pilot and an average Joe on a… bird with his grandma? Yea.
The greatest thing is that when you hear “Caribou Sundays” it’s almost too appropriate for the music video. It’s a wild ride of supercharged disco house. This track is all fun all the time, and it’s one that can really pick your spirits up quickly. SLINGER’s gearing up for a big summer with this jam. Be on the lookout for more solid records that are on their way from this mysterious act.
Once a year, the best and brightest names in Techno, House (and its many iterations) and Disko converge on the city of Detroit for underground dance’s own version of a 3-day Happy Hour, and also one of the most important festivals within dance music’s rich history: the Movement Electronic Music Festival. This year’s lineup continues to set the bar globally for dance tastemakers, and with the full unveiling of their ‘Phase 2’ lineup, it’s clear to see how over the years Movement has been globally recognized for its unique talent curation and programming, showcasing artists from a wide-spectrum of up-and-comers, local luminaries, pioneers and trailblazers, and also the reason so many true dance fans treasure Movement above all other multi-day parties. Featuring some of today’s most notable names in dance music including Disclosure, KiNK (Live), Dixon, Soul Clap, Dog Blood, MK, Hot Since 82, Maya Jane Coles, Ten Walls (Live), Route 94, Tuskegee (Seth Troxler & The Martinez Brothers), Classixx, Eats Everything, Maceo Plex & GRiZ to some of dance music’s literal genre architects, namely Kerri Chandler, Kevin Saunderson & Derrick May; and some incredibly choice lyricism from the likes of Danny Brown, Method Man, and People Under the Stairs, Movement 2015 looks to be the finest installment in its illustrious history.
We’ll be sending at least one Music Ninja on assignment for this one (expect a full TMN review after Movement’s conclusion) and we can’t wait to join our many friends as well. Tickets for the entire three-day excursion are still available for only $150.00, with single day GA clocking in at $65.00 which you can purchase here. Check out Movement’s latest promo video, featuring Movement Detroit 2015 artist and Techno icon Carl Craig, as he talks about what makes Detroit a destination for those working to become something and waxes poetic about his special connection to Hart Plaza and enjoy our anticipatory and comprehensive playlist below, curated by our crotchety old resident voice of house and techno. We’ll be seeing you soon Detroit.
French production team Club Cheval dropped the silky smooth house ballad, “From the Basement to the Roof,” a few weeks ago perfectly showcasing their versatility. The official remix EP for the single dropped today featuring a complete re-imagination from ninja-favorites Oliver. The LA-based production duo flip the vibe completely taking it from the basement straight to a disco-ball adorned dance floor infusing their signature funky bass lines. Despite the vastly different feel, Oliver weave the vocals in beautifully and cultivate a gorgeous outro that recalls the original’s laid-back groove. Get down above and, if you like what you hear, head over to iTunes or Spotify to listen to the whole remix EP, which also includes a dope garage take on the track from MikeQ.
To start your week off right, here’s a track to get you amped up. Toronto-based duo Loud Luxury just released this future bass goodness titled “All For You”, and it features one of the most powerful and soulful voices in the game and deep house golden child, Kaleena Zanders. This heavenly match together created something special, a track that’s going to be the next summer club anthem for many.
A series of piano chords kicks off the tune for our listening pleasure, and set the scene for the soaring vocals. The crafty melodies are then followed by a deep bassline, which immediately steals the spotlight. The subtle approach gives it the deep factor without being overly heavyhitting. It’s one of those songs that will increase your adrenaline level tenfold after your very first listen.
Loud Luxury is setting the bar high with this release .With the help of Kaleena, they’re well on their way to take on the future house scene. So get your dancing shoes ready, and vibe away to your next favorite jam.
