Tuxedo – Without Your Love
Damn. This song sounds like something you would hear on one of those old Soul Train YouTube videos. When looking for more information about this 1980’s-influenced funk band, I was honestly surprised to discover Tuxedo’s members are no other than Jake One (Jake Dutton) and Mayer Hawthorne (Andrew Cohen). Their authentic old school funk distinguishes them from the rest of the nu disco pack, a fact the two powerhouse producers discovered for themselves shortly after exchanging mix tapes. Just now finding time for a pause from their highly successful individual careers, the guys from Tuxedo are joining the recent disco revival in a huge way. Tuxedo’s silky vibe is a bonafide throwback, so play on the duo’s new single Without Your Love if you’re really trying to groove. Bonus if you know the lyrics to Number One off the duo’s debut 2015 album Tuxedo.
Check out Tuxedo here.
SG Lewis – No Less (Kartell Remix)
Take note of Kartell’s latest track, a remix of SG Lewis’s No Less. An early pioneer back in 2012 of the French label Roche Musique – which now boasts artists like Zimmer, Darius and FKJ – Kartell is a master of blending R&B, Parisian House, and best of all the Rhodes piano. If you’re vibing with his “French Touch” revival, be sure to explore his new EP Tender Games.
Check out Kartell here.
AYER – Circle Down (Keljet Remix)
I know it’s only Wednesday, but this morning I heard Circle Down and couldn’t resist the throwback. Sit back, close your eyes and let Keljet’s nu disco groove wash over you. I’m all about Circle Down‘s bouncy bass line, the stripped pre chorus, and the dope synth solo around 3:23. These guys are from the Netherlands and just released their debut EP Transatlantic. Definitely give this song a spin, and Happy Hump Day!
Check out Keljet here.
Froogle & Alexa Harley – Falling Down
Sophisticated. Contemporary. Therapeutic. It’s hard to put an exact word on Froogle, but his mature downtempo fusion of jazz, R&B and ambient electronic is perfect for relaxation and introspection. From what we gather, Froogle’s Andy Ricardo released his first self-titled EP about a year ago. Since then, Froogle has continued to pursue future soul through a few notable remixes and debuting his second EP Tunnel Vision. Of the collection, Falling Down truly stands apart – London newcomer Alexa Harley’s soul delicately oozes out, meanwhile Froogle’s liquid accents pull you underwater around 1:24 and lead your mind deep into the abyss. Finally, you get more than just a DJ with this young Texan producer. His bio reads: Read More…
Dom Dolla & Go Freek – Define
Yesterday I had one of those unforgettable LA nights I keep hearing about. We danced our asses off to Hayden James, were surprised by a special guest set by SNBRN and Hotel Garuda, and even got to meet SNBRN as we left Sound’s artsy backyard lounge to catch our Uber. Yet despite all this, the night’s major takeaway still has to be Define. Released a mere 3 days ago, Dom Dolla & Go Freek’s thick deep house track is downright addicting. Melbourne’s Dom Dolla, a rising heavyweight in the Australian circuit and recent EDC vet, joined his buddies Go Freek from Sydney to drop what is already being deemed one of the biggest deep house anthems of the year. Per Dom Dolla’s bio, Define will undeniably join his repertoire of “currency accepted on all dance floors”.
Veens – Irezumi
Veens is a new Parisian DJ that’s gaining notoriety for his ultra vibey, slow trip hop sound. Veens most recently released a solid mix with Chill Music, a popular French tastemaker known for throwing showcases in Paris that have included European artists Matoma, TEEMID, LCAW, and Nora En Pure. Irezumi, an original released earlier this year, highlights Veens’ superb Cashmere Cat-esque production style that’s attracting listeners far beyond French borders.
Check out Veens here.
Collarbones – Turning (Flume Remix)
Following a brief hiatus, Flume is now unveiling new material to audiences all across the US and Europe during his much anticipated 2015 tour. Australia’s young Harley Stretten continues to entrance fans with his dark, futuristic bass anthems. His newest release Turning follows in the footsteps of his earlier original Some Minds feat. Andrew Wyatt, giving off a mysterious vibe laced with his signature heavy synth. Be sure to enjoy Turning’s white noise breaks – we’re sure Disclosure will at Wild Life in Ibiza.
Check out Flume here.
Jungle – Time (Lxury Remix)
The UK struck gold again with Lxury’s brilliant take on Jungle’s Time, which effortlessly combines a steady groove with a light disco progression. Lxury’s style draws from his personal friendship with the Disclosure brothers and has even caught the eye of Australia’s own Future Classic. Following the release of his latest EP Into The Everywhere on Greco-Roman, the future looks bright for this rising London DJ.
Check out Lxury here.
Gallant – Weight In Gold
Premiered on Zane Lowe’s notorious “World Exclusive” slot on the new Beats Radio 1/Apple Music, Weight In Gold’s breakout artist Gallant is quickly catching fire. A graduate of NYU and new client of Jake Udell (manager of Krewella and Zhu), 23-year-old Christopher Gallant’s soulful falsetto is joined by a powerful electric flare to create the emotional ballad Weight In Gold. Though he’s just beginning to perform in LA and NYC, Gallant’s mature songwriting chops and passionate vocals position him to become a real treasure in modern R&B.
Check out Gallant here.
The Knocks – Dancing With Myself
After wrapping up their tour with RAC, DJ B-Roc and JPatt of The Knocks are back at it again with Dancing With Myself. With a dangerously sexy downtempo bassline, mesmerizing sax riffs, and suave vocals, Dancing With Myself boasts a thick groove that is sure to make your head bop into the early morning. 2014 marked a great year for the duo as they rolled out a string of fire remixes (including Haim’s If I Could Change Your Mind and The 1975’s Girls) in addition to releasing their silky summer anthem Classic. Keep an eye out – The Knocks seem ready to strike gold yet again with their upcoming debut album.
Check out The Knocks here.
Jaymes Young – What Should I Do
Seattle native Jaymes Young’s ascent began in 2013 after he signed with Atlantic Records and went on tour with London Grammar. September 2014 marked the release of his sophomore EP Habits Of My Heart, which beautifully showcased both his singer-songwriter and production chops. What Should I Do is a standout, laying down funky bass lines, crisp vocals and an irresistible indie rock/R&B-influenced chorus. Listen for the break at 0:56 — you won’t be disappointed.
Check out Jaymes Young here.
Apple’s Power Moves & Zane Lowe
The battle over streaming dominance is getting heated, and Apple appears to be making some major power moves. It all started when Apple launched iTunes Radio in 2013 to compete with growing streaming services. After some initial setbacks, Apple then bought Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine’s Beats Electronics for a whopping $3 billion last May with plans to incorporate Beats into the larger Cupertino family. With iTunes’ 800+ million registered users and over 1 billion iOS devices sold around the world, Apple’s alleged proposal to pre-install the Beats’ streaming service on Apple products gives CEO Tim Cook a leg up on Pandora (valued at $3.2 billion) and Spotify (valued at $5.7 billion).
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