Posts Tagged ‘Club’

CROSSOVER FESTIVAL (Nice – France)

Aug 23rd, 10 / 0 Comments

From August 23rd to 28th, umstrum||music will be relocating to the sunny city of Nice on the French Riviera to cover the CROSSOVER Festival. Taking place in eight different locations around town, the festival will feature concerts, exhibitions, DJ sets, movie screenings and performances by some of the biggest names in contemporary electronic music.

For its sixth anniversary the CROSSOVER Festival has gone all out wth an all-star guest list which includes Berlin-based minimal legend Paul Kalkbrenner, Italian electro-punk outfit The Bloody Beetroots Death Crew 77, DJ Koze, electro-reggae crossover artist Major Lazer, German DJ/producer Boys Noize, Parisian hipsters I Am Un Chien, Daft Punk-inspired band Nasser, LA-based Hip-Hop duo Lexicon, H-Tenza, Kevin Saunderson, Orestt, OneLight, Misty Rabbit…

Cut Copy – Lights & Music (Boys Noize Happy Birthday Remix)

Alex Gopher – The Game (The Bloody Beetroots Remix)

Created by the Panda 06 association (the crew behind the Electronic Beach Festival in Cannes), the CROSSOVER Festival is a celebration of cultural diversity, musical experimentation and hybrid artistic projects. It’s a place where artists, music fans and club-goers cross paths and mingle, whether it be on a beach, in a theatre or in a club.

The party starts today and will go on till Sunday morning so hurry up and get your tix HERE and HERE. Tune in to umstrum||music all week for news and reviews!

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ALEX METRIC – DEADLY ON A MISSION (Electro/Pop/Club – UK)

Aug 5th, 10 / 2 Comments

British electro wunderkind Alex Metric is a resident DJ on BBC Radio 1′s In New DJs We Trust and has released numerous EPs over the past two years. It all started at a party one night when a slightly inebriated Metric decided to approach electronic pioneer Adam Freeland. The latter soon signed him to his own label Marine Parade, where Metric released his debut EP, What She Wants.

Although roundly embraced by ravers and deejays alike, it was not until Alex turned his attentions to his own vocal offerings that things really started to get interesting. Alex started to push his grinding electronic output in an increasingly pop-centric direction while still mixing together the best bits from his favourite sounds and influences: 80s synth pop, filter disco, big beat and indie.

Alex Metric – Deadly On A Mission (Alex Metric Remix)

The subsequent In Your Machine EP was a jewel of genre-breaking electronic that brought Alex both critical and commercial success. Keeping up the momentum, Deadly On A Mission did yet more damage, and gave the greatest indication yet of what to expect from Alex’s forthcoming album – quirky, offbeat vocals backed with fuzzy, cracked-at-the-edges synths and huge singalong choruses.

After his triumphant third releases, Alex promptly the producer du jour and was headhunted by several up-and-coming bands looking for a touch of the Metric magic (Panama Kings, The Locarnos, Freeland, the Infadels and future pop starlet Charli XCX). He also received an avalanche of remix requests from big name acts such as Hard Fi, Alphabeat, Ladyhawke, Phoenix, Fenech Soler, La Roux and Gorillaz.

La Roux – Quicksand (Alex Metric Remix)

Gorillaz – Stylo (Alex Metric Remix)

October 2009 saw Alex launch his live show by supporting Phoenix at Brixton Academy. Since then he has played packed shows throughout the UK and is gearing up for an eventful summer. In summer 2010 Alex is scheduled for appearances at some of the best festivals, including Glastonbury, Global Gathering, SW4, Bestival and Iceland Airwaves later in the year.

Find Alex Metric on MySpace and buy his music on Alex

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saturday nite with… DEADMAU5

May 8th, 10 / 1 Comment

Deadmau5 (pronounced “Dead mouse”) is the pseudonym of progressive house producer and DJ Joel Zimmerman. For the past couple of years this Canadian artist has been surfing a wave of commercial and critical success. His extensive discography includes numerous tracks which have been A-listed by the best DJs around the world, including Pete Tong, Tiësto or Kaskade.

Deadmau5 – Strobe (umstrum Radio Edit)

In 2008 he became the best-selling artist on Beatport with more than 30,000 digital downloads and the website named him “Most influential, forward-thinking and relevant person” of 2008.

Deadmau5 – Some Chords (Original Mix) [removed by request]

For more info, check out Deadmau5′s official website or MySpace. Buy his music on Deadmau5

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saturday nite with… PENGUIN PRISON

Apr 24th, 10 / 0 Comments

Penguin Prison is Chris Glover from New York. To help push the release of the “The Worse It Gets”, his new single, a bunch of official remixes have been circulating around the internet. The remixes included here are by RAC and Strasmith. Both versions are the kind of disco-pop feel-good music that has “summer” written all over it. So kick back, enjoy the sun and turn the volume up…

Penguin Prison – Worse It Gets (Starsmith Remix)

Penguin Prison – Worse It Gets (RAC Mix)

Penguin Prison has released two singles so far: “Animal Animal” (2009) and “The Worse It Gets” (2010), both on Neon Gold. He has also done remixes for Goldfrapp, Marina & the Diamonds, Sébastien Tellier, Erik Hassle, Ellie Goulding, Jack Peñate and Golden Silvers.

As a bonus, here’s a really funky remix of “Something I’m Not” by Krispin Korg. This one’s for the dancefloor!

Penguin Prison – Something I’m Not (Krispin Korg Remix)

Show Penguin Prison some love on MySpace.

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SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM – REMIXES (Electro/Dance – Australia)

Apr 9th, 10 / 4 Comments

Sneaky Sound System is a Sydney-based dance act consisting of Black Angus (guitars and production) and Connie Mitchell (vocals). The original line-up included MC Double D but the band announced in September that he had dediced to split from SSS to pursue other interests. During live shows they are joined by Donnie Sloan (from Empire Of The Sun) on bass and keys and Shaun Sibbes on drums. The band cite Hot Chip and Cut Copy as the inspirations to their sound.

Sneaky Sound System – Pictures (Tonite Only Remix)

Their self-titled debut album, put together mainly in their Bondi Beach studio “The House of Whack”, was a collection of high-kicking kitsch electro-pop numbers that had all media raving about them. After this initial success, their second album, 2, went straight to #1 in Australia upon its release. This follow-up spawned more typically hook-filled, inventive singles: “When We Were Young”, “16″ (listen to it HERE) and “It’s Not My Problem”.

Sneaky Sound System – When We Were Young (Juan McLean Remix)

Sneaky Sound System – When We Were Young (Breakbot remix)

Angus and Connie are currently busy working on some new material. They have already started on the third Sneaky album and there may even be a taste of it before the end of 2010. In the meantime, here’s a mean remix of “Kansas”. It’s pure Lifelike: glittery dance pop and its best. Enjoy!

Sneaky Sound System – Kansas City (Lifelike Remix)

Show Sneaky Sound System some love, visit their official site and MySpace. You can buy their music on Sneaky Sound System

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saturday nite with… METRIC + ADAM FREELAND

Mar 27th, 10 / 0 Comments

Canadian indie rock band Metric was originally formed in Toronto but has also been based in Montreal, London, New York and Los Angeles. The band consists of Emily Haines (vocals, keyboards and guitar), James Shaw (guitars), Josh Winstead (bass) and Joules Scott-Key (drums). Their fourth full-length album, Fantasies, is a glossy and slick collection of modern rock compositions with a pop twist. The band are undoubtedly taking a shot at the big time and, with their catchy hooks, radio-friendly tunes and pitch prefect production, it looks like they might well be on track to pop glory this time around.

Metric – Sick Muse (Adam Freeland Remix)

Adam Freeland is a UK-based DJ and producer synonymous with breakbeat based electronic music. He is  based in Brighton, UK, where he runs his own record label, Marine Parade. His latest album, Cope™, was released in June 2009 and a remix compilation, Cope™ Remixed, hit the stores last November. Spanning a kaleidoscope of sounds from techno and disco to electro and drum n bass, Freeland’s sound is rich enough to take you on a spectacular ride every time.

Adam Freeland is also known for his work as a producer/remixer. His remixes include work for bands such as The Temper Trap, Shiny Toy Guns or Metric.

Metric’s official site and MySpace – Freeland’s official site and MySpace.

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REDLIGHT – REMIXES (Club/Electro/House – US)

Mar 19th, 10 / 3 Comments

Redlight is a DJ / producer who spent the last two years rocking clubs in NYC and crafting high energy remixes for artists such as Boris Dlugosch, Kings of Convenience or Ladyhawke. Having now relocated to LA, he is spending less time DJing and concentrating on production work. He has released a few original tracks and some amazing mashups.

Cut Copy – Ghosts on Fire (RedLight Mashup)

All of Redlight’s remixes seek to improve on the original and to make them ever more dancefloor friendly. With this in mind, he brings his personal touch to the tracks he remixes and often comes up with remixes that are completely different from the originals. His take on Vampire Weekend’s “Ottoman” is eloquent enough in this respect…

Vampire Weekend – Ottoman (Redlight Remix)

Always in touch with the latest trends, Redlight just dropped an excellent remix of up-and-coming Irish band Two Door Cinema Club. On the heels of their recently released debut album and a sold out European tour, this trio has been getting a lot of media attention. With this great remix of their song “What You Know”, they’re now sure to take the dancefloors by storm…

Two Door Cinema Club – What You Know (Redlight Remix)

For more info, check out Redlight’s blog or head over to MySpace.

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LAZERSONIC & ZAK FROST – AQUAPLANE (Electronica/House – UK)

Mar 18th, 10 / 1 Comment

Lazersonic & Zak Frost are two London-based producers with a strong electronic heritage. Zak Frost, synonymous with the infamous Nodisko parties, has been a key figure on the European DJ circuit for the last decade. Lazersonic is rapidly establishing himself as one of the hottest new producers on the block. Their first collaboration “Aquaplane” is a very smooth and extremely atmospherical tune, released by Turbo Recordings in 2009. Throwing in elements of dub, spaced-out disco and psychedelia, this track is a must-buy, especially the  Williams Remix, that you can get in digital format on Beatport.

Lazersonic & Zak Frost – Aquaplane

For their second release, “Levels” which has already gained support from the likes of David Guetta on his international “F**k Me I’m Famous” radio show. The track has a massive bassline and features unique vocals from Ali Love. “Levels” is a sonic assault on the senses, backed with two remixes from Shadow Dancer (Boys Noize Records) and a storming remix from newcomer Kill The Hero.  Expect it to be dominating the all the right clubs in all the right places. Buy “Levels” on Beatport or Lazersonic & Zak Frost

Lazersonic & Zak Frost – Levels (Kill The Hero Remix)

Anticipating their debut album, Adventures In Stereo, coming in 2010,  Lazersonic & Zak Frost are lining up plenty of new productions, remixes and gigs so you’ll be hearing a lot more of their material in the next few months. Find out more and listen to their music on MySpace.

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MGMT – REMIXES (Indie/Electro/Club – US)

Mar 7th, 10 / 0 Comments

Brooklyn-based indie band MGMT was formed by Ben Goldwasser and Andrew VanWyngarden while attending Wesleyan University during their freshman year. Upon its release their first album Oracular Spectacular hit number one on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart and was named the best album of 2008 by NME. MGMT also appeared prominently in Australia’s Triple J Hottest 100 2008, coming in 2nd with ‘Electric Feel’, 5th with ‘Kids’ and 18th with ‘Time to Pretend’.

MGMT – Electric Feel (Justice Remix)

MGMT – Of Moons, Birds and Monsters (Holy Ghost Remix)

All their singles have been playlisted by the best radio hosts and remixed by equally renowned DJs and producers. Justice, Aeroplane, Holy Ghost!, Diplo, Soulwax, MMMatthias.. The list goes on…

Check out MGMT on MySpace and buy their music on MGMT

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STREETLAB – NY SOUND (Electro/Club – US)

Feb 20th, 10 / 0 Comments

Streetlab are a production duo out of Brooklyn, NY. They have released numerous remixes (Rolling Stones, Crystal Castles, Hot Chip) that have been floating around the blogosphere and getting a fair amount of media attention. Just below is their great remix of no less great “Sleepyhead” by Passion Pit.

Passion Pit – Sleepyhead (Streetlab mix)

Streetlab are releasing their debut album on April 20th and it will come on the heels of their single “NYSound”.

Streetlab – NYSound

For more info, check out Streetlab’s official site or go to MySpace.

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