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Avril 14th - Terravita Drumstep Remix

     You see those studs in the picture? That's Terravita and they want one thing. To destroy your ears and possibly all that you love. They're one step closer too, with a brand new remix of 'Avril 14th' by the infamous and disturbing mastermind Aphex Twin. The music video for 'Come To Daddy' still haunts my nightmares. Anyhow, Terravita gave this the full bass treatment, it's a killer drumstep remix with a seamless intro for any of you who are as obsessed with transitions as me during sets.
     The greatest thing about this mindmelting track? It's free, courtesy of Subhuman Records. Definitely give it a listen, amazing work and a gold star example of the sinister basslines and flawless composition that first ignited my romance with Terravita's music. Make sure you check out Terravita on their Facebook for the download link and for more free tracks and of course to find concert dates so you can have your face obliterated in person!

Aphex Twin- Avril 14th (Terravita Drumstep Remix) - FREE 320K DOWNLOAD by Planet Human

What am I seeing?

Thanks everyone for the great amount love and support you've given us since we've started, we were just able to hit almost 550 views per day, and because of this we have decided to expand even more. Part of this expansion requires us to revert back to our original, old blog, and so if you are confused, that's what you're seeing. However, we do not plan to stay like this for a long period of time; our current plan should let us change back to our newer blog within a week. Sorry for any inconveniences. Enjoy the blog, we have many more posts that you should be expecting soon!

Timber Timbre

Timber Timbre is a band that a friend just go me interested in and I have been cracked out on for a few days. Probably the reason that I love them so much is the music style they play; it's clearly folk, but has some really noticeable blues roots which add an emotional connection to the listener. An interesting effect that's easy to hear by listening to their music is that they use reverb (for those who don't know, its what gives the voices a kind of ghostly after-note). This works because if you listen to their lyrics you will find that they they are so gut-wrenchingly depressing it's hard to listen to. So while I don't recommend listening to them while you are really happy, you should know that the reason they do this is to connect with the listener. Since it's difficult to completely connect with someone listening to the music, Timber Timbre extends the mood through music videos; they are all strange, but use images that make you feel hollow inside, even though you have no idea why you feel that way. The bottom line is sure these guys are good at music, but their real forte is connecting with the audience using both visual and audible elements.

Just to give you a quick synopsis of the band, its three musicians named Simon Trottier, Taylor Kirk, and Mika Posen. Taylor is the only vocalist, and then between the three of them they play a large assortment of instruments, (violin, guitar, lap guitar, bass, etc). They hail from the great white north, (representing us Mounties) and play great music. Go check them out
http://www.timbertimbre.com/



Timber Timbre - Timber Timbre by The Drift Record Shop Timber Timbre by bornsecular84 Timber Timbre by bornsecular84 Timber Timbre by bornsecular84

Height of The Night

     Evening/morning/noon (really depends on where you are) I have a special treat for you from one of my absolute favorite artists. His name is 3Lau the monster masher and you may have heard of him elsewhere and I'd hope so. He's the resident house DJ at Fratmusic.com and he's become a bit of a legend after releasing his debut album 'Dance Floor Filth' earlier this year and becoming totally viral in the blogosphere. Rightly so too - his osund is MASSIVE, the first time I heard his album I was totally shocked and filled with that uplifting feeling that only a really good song can give you.
     As a veteran of EDM I can tell you for a fact that his 'Dance Floor Filth' album includes the best mashups I've ever heard. Luckily for me, and all of you, he's cooked up a megamix that will make your feet bleed for sure. I've also got a couple of my other favorite songs from 3Lau, be sure to check him out on Facebook, soundcloud, and Fratmusic.com!

Height of the Night (Continuous Mix) by 3LAU

Yacht Week In America by 3LAU

Work Hard, Play Hard (3LAU and Sex Ray Vision Remix) by 3LAU

E.T. Youth Take Shots (Robert Miles Feat. Katy Perry, Chris Brown, LMFAO & Lil Jon) by 3LAU

Bon Iver

     Bon Iver is a band formed in 2007 known for its blending harmonies, falsetto, serene tone, and successful use of autotune in the song "Woods" on their Blood Bank EP. The band consists of Justin Vernon as songwriter/singer (although every member sings), Sean Carey on the drums/piano, Michael Noyce playing guitar, and Matthew McCaughan playing the bass and drums. They released their first album, "For Emma, Forever Ago" which was immediately praised and received Album of the Month awards from several magazines. The quiet music offers wonderful minimalism and verses that flow like poetry.
     On "For Emma, Forever Ago" I was struck particularly by "Skinny Love" and "Flume." Although you could hear a break up song from just about anyone, "Skinny Love" stands out by the poetic lyrics. The song is about an unbalanced relationship which is about to collapse and in one line he writes "pour a little salt we were never here," a particularly beautiful metaphor to Vernon trying to save the relationship. "Flume" flows by smoothly and is one of those songs that impacts you less if you interpret it heavily in my opinion.
     Bon Iver has had more big releases in 2009 and more recently 2011. Check out Bon Iver because the band is a very important influence in the Indie Folk world. "Flume" and "Skinny Love" are posted below.

Skinny Love by bonier

RAGERS VOL. ~DOS~

     How long has it been since you smashed your head through the trunk of an elm tree, causing it to shatter into a near lifetime supply of toothpicks that you collected and use to this day? Well it's probably been three days for me but that's far too long in the world of EDM. Thusly I present volume the second of RAGERS to get you in that unfamiliar mood of wanting to chomp through a boulder with your bare teeth. The selection this time was careful but together these ragers make a delicious recipe for disaster.
     Please note that I'm NOT responsible for the inevitable destruction of your home upon hearing these. Remember, if you like what you hear check out other tracks and albums by Cyberpunkers, Silvijo Zylfi, Chuckie, Hardwell, Mustard Pimp, and R3hab on soundcloud and on their respective Facebook fanpages!

Cyberpunkers - Fuck The System (Silvijo Zylfi's Confounding Mix) FREE DOWNLOAD NOW! by Silvijo Zylfi

Oh What A Night (Chuckie Remix) by PaulyTong

Hangover (Hardwell Extended Mix) by dwitcoff

Deftones - You've Seen The Butcher (Mustard Pimp Remix) by YasuoDaigo


Dancar Kuduro (R3hab's Dayglow Remix) by DML.fm

The Ripper Clip

     Will he ever stop? Will he ever relent? Will Halloween ever be over for him? Could he be any more talented? These are questions about our mysterious drum-god Figure that will probably never be answered, but every time I here one of his haunting and exciting tracks I find myself asking the very same questions. He just dropped a clip of the single 'Jack The Ripper' themed around the iconic killer, and I had to share it.
     The track is a collab with Bare that I remember hearing about in early October and I anticipated the release for a bit but it seems it was being saved for later - you can only release so many amazing tracks in one month you know. The other track that I heard about was 'Thing From The Black Lagoon' but it was reportedly lost in some sort of computer mishap - nevertheless Figure apparently plans on recreating the track which was also a collab though I'm unsure who with.
     Anyhow, if anyone still has their Halloween costume, I invite you to don it once more and rage to what is sure to be a killer track - the pun wasn't initially intended.

BARE + FIGURE - JACK THE RIPPER (Forthcoming Subhuman) by BARE

M04R FR33 MUZ!KK

     It's been a while since this charitable heart of mine gave anything away, and the homeless people in my town apparently can't use .mp3 files, I hand them thumb drives and they always complain and ask for sandwiches. So I bring my generosity here, to you. More free music to munch on and it's an eclectic selection of classic treats and some newer stuff.

Lady GaGa - Alejandro (Skrillex Club Mix) by Hellomrwolf

Afrojack & Quintino - Selecta (thand Remix) NOW FREE 320KBPS DOWNLOAD by thand

The Bloody Beetroots Mix by DJMOTS

Skrillex - With Your Friends Long Drive (Night Kids Remix) by ThisSongIsDylan

Get Em High (Big Gigantic Remix) by BigGigantic

Rockin' A Sweat (Skrillex x The Doors x R. Kelly x Ludacris x Rihanna x Dem Shop Boyz) by Ridgewood Social Club

Danger - 11h30 (Drivepilot Remix) by DRIVEPILOT

Good Feeling (Hook N Sling Remix) by DML.fm

04 - Sazon Booya - Cochinas |FREE DOWNLOAD| by Sazon Booya

     I expect every one of you to check out other material from Skrillex, Ridgewood Social Club, Sazon Booya, Danger, DrivePilot, Hook N Sling, Big Gigantic, Night Kids, The Bloody Beetroots, Thand, and Afrojack when you're finally done with these tracks. Send each of these artists a letter telling them that you love them and that we love them too.

ZEDD

     Ok so I don't know who among you hasn't heard of Zedd but we're huge fans and after all the work he's been doing lately I thought it was high time I share the man's genius with you. Zedd is a brilliant electrohouse DJ and producer, the protege of both Skrillex and Deadmau5 and he went more or less unnoticed until he released his recent single 'Shave It' - a track that proved he's more than capable of standing among his teachers in the EDM pantheon. He's got a very very unique sound, it's really evident in everything he does. Whether it's that electrifying bounce of his original mixes or that completely recognizable synthe he uses for his remixes, you can smell Zedd a mile away and it's a fantastic smell at that. He's been getting alot of attention after releasing 'Shave It' especially in the blog world and I wanted to share what he's been doing.    
     I've got 'Shave It' of course, as well as 'Scorpion Move' which is his very first dubstep track and I actually kinda like it to be honest. I've also got his most recent single 'Stars Come Out' which is probably my favorite of the three. The vocals from Heather Bright are impeccable and the beat is zombifying. Don't listen to these all in one sitting kids, our blog isn't going to be responsible for any adverse effects brought about by the inevitable raging you will do.

Zedd -- Stars Come Out(Official Version) by EDM Scene

Zedd - Scorpion Move by Zedd

Zedd - Shave It (Original Mix) by Zedd

     I also found this moombahton remix of 'Shave It' from none other than Sazon Booya, guaranteed to move your feet. I've been kind of sad about the recent lack of moombahton so allow me to make up for it now.

ZEDD - Shave It! (Sazon Booya Remix) by Sazon Booya

     Whenever you wake up from the catatonia I assume these ragers hurled you into mercilessly make sure to find Zedd and give him the support he deserves and check out Sazon Booya too, he's a moombah master. Much love everybody.

Grant Sergoyan

     Alright, to follow up my Thanksgiving post, I've got some fresh blood to offer you beat-sharks. The name is Grant Sergoyan, and he's got some real talent to be tapped into. I liken him to Avicii or Basto and you can hear the similarities really clearly, he has those same pianoesque synthes and progressive structure. What blows my mind is that he's started defining this sound for himself after only 6 months of being a producer and even more insane is that he's only 16 years old!
     Glad we found him so early in his career, and I'm glad I'm getting to share him with all of you guys. Be sure to check him out and give him that startup support he deserves, in a few years when he's headlining Tomorrowland, Moogfest, and ID fest, it'll be pretty sweet to say you heard him first.

original id by grant.sergo

Limitless by grant.sergo

Thankful For Bass

     It's been a huge year in EDM. The fanbase (you lovely people) has grown, the music has been innovated a dozen times, and new artists have come forward to take their places at the turntables. It's Thanksgiving day here in America and in true tradition I think I should share all that I've been thankful for this past year, and spread the Thanksgiving vibes to our international viewers at the same time.
     Here I've got a selection of some of my favorite tracks from the past year so you can wobble while you gobble, so if anyone other than me has survived the post Thanksgiving coma I hope you really enjoy the tracks.

Knife Party – Internet Friends HQ FULL by Matthieu V.

Noisia - Tommy's Theme by NOISIA

Coldplay - Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall (Swedish House Mafia Remix) by EssentialSelection

The Way It Was - Wolfgang Gartner VS. Bob Marley (Sidestep re-step) by SIDESTEP

SMASH CANNON (Smash Gordon mega smashup).mp3 by SMASH GORDON - SUBHUMAN

Pretty Lights - Summertime by cj13

     Make sure to check out more music from Knife Party, Noisia, Swedish Swedish House Mafia, Wolfgang Gartner, Smash Gordon, and Pretty Lights and make 'em all feel like the rock-stars they are for putting together these highlight bangers from the past year! Happy Thanksgiving again to everyone!

The Gorillaz

This band is easily one of the biggest game changers in music.  It all started off with two guys watching MTV and thinking how boring it was. In all honesty, they weren't just a random pair, the (lead singer/ keyboarder/ whatever crazy hand instrument they could decide to integrate into there music guy),  Damon Albarn was also the guitarist for the group Blur, who if they wanted to could have become one of the biggest groups of all time, but the onset of fame sadly broke them up (however since 2008 have been doing some reunion tours).  One of Blur's songs will be attached below so you can get a taste of how cool they are.  Anyway, back to the story, Damon and his friend Jamie Hewlett (who was his roommate at the time) were watching MTV and decided that it should be spiced up, so they decided, "Hey lets make a cartoon band!"  So they did.

Their first album was a self-titled masterpiece.  It includes three of their greatest songs (in my opinion): Clint Eastwood, Rock the House, and 19-2000.  The album, and as a result the Gorillaz, exploded. It sold seven million copies; they played at the Brit Awards (in which they were nominated for six categories) using their call card 3-D animations, (which also got them a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the most successful virtual band) and brought the house down.

Now, the reason I say that they are one of the biggest game changing bands is because they are so unique.  No one can copy their sound; they are much like Radiohead in that way.  When we start to analyze the music then it's possible to see how genius Damon really is.  Let's take, just for an example, their song "Dirty Hairy."  It has so many different variables that make it great; the beginning of the song starts with a synth riff, which by itself covers several different styles.  Its got a bit of classic rock, some funk, pop, electro, and I don't know if this is the same for everyone but I feel that it also has an oriental feel.  Point is, it catches your ears.  After all of this, it turns into a kind of hip-hop beat with a chorus of childrens voices, and then it goes into a classical themed violin solo, which they pair with the incredible rapping skills of Del Tha Funkee Homosapian.  It is ridiculous to think of how they put this together, such polar opposite sounds, with such diverse backgrounds, are used to create a song, and a solid one at that. The first week it was released, the track "Dirty Harry" hit #6 on the charts.  This is just one song taken apart, and only to a degree.  Other songs of theirs are just as incredible though; "Clint Eastwood," which is perhaps their biggest song, is just as great as Dirty Harry, but for the complete opposite reasons.  This song is so simple that it can be explained by two phrases: one - a catchy melody, and two - tight rapping, and that's all it needs.

Lastly I will talk about the visual elements, which is another factor that sets them apart from other artists. Their animations and characters were first invented by Damon's roommate, Jamie Hewlett.  They both thought it would be more fun if a band used cartoons because in concert it would constantly keep the crowd entertained.  This worked flawlessly, and consequentially they set themselves apart from other acts as well as revolutionizing both the visual, and musical world of live music and setting the stage for future artists.

Four in One Song Mix.

  Gorillaz [Feel good inc., 19-2000, Dirty harry, Rock the house]
Blur's song.
  Blur - Song 2

James Vincent McMorrow

 
  James Vincent McMorrow is a musician from Dublin, Ireland and from my recent listening to his first album released in January of this year, and my viewings of his live performances, I would classify him as a man filled with the essence of traditional american folk music. While this is true McMorrow notes some influences from Donny Hathaway, Otis Redding, Joan Baez, Neil Young, Band of Horses, The National and Sufjan Stevens, on the grounds of his absolutely haunting falsetto voice. McMorrow's debut album Early In The Morning was released in January comprised of eleven songs, the album was laced throughout with haunting melodies, and a beautiful musical structure that innovates on the classic american folk style. 
     James first began to develop his unique style of song writing in college when he started playing the drums, his musical taste started with hardcore music, he lists At The Drive In, Refused, and Glassjaw. It was later as James began to play the piano, and describes himself playing various notes and attempting to sing them until successful for three years. James only began writing music within the last four years, James' recording style is that to be compared to Bon Iver. As Bon Iver recorded their entire debut album For Emma, Forever Ago secluded in a cottage for six months, James recorded the entirety of his album Early In The Morning in the seclusion of a cottage by the sea for a total of six months. James played all the instruments on the album which is a huge feat that that requires extraordinary musical talent not found in the likes of most. 
     James has a specific style of writing that uses a dark sound with beautiful fantasy lyrics. James is an accomplished artist in Ireland Early In The Morning reached number one on the countries charts on itunes during the time of release in March 2010 and i cannot wait to see more from him in the near future. 
     Here is my favorite video I have found of James his passion displayed during every song is enchanting and sends chills through me each time I watch him enter a sort of trance as he plays the chorus of Old Dark Machine in the beginning of the video.



James Vincent McMorrow - Higher Love by The Clink
James Vincent McMorrow - Higher Love by The Clink

Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

The song "Home" is perhaps the greatest of all well known indie folk recordings.  I say this not only because of how great the song is, but also because of the caliber of the entire band.  Everyone is an incredible musician with a vast knowledge of their specific instruments; whether it be trumpet, accordion, or guitar. Each has a distinct style that melds together in a beautiful way to make the perfect sound.  Another trait that makes them special is the sheer size of the band. They have 10 permanent members, and eight others that will come and play along from time to time.  Just the fact that they can even have ten diverse instruments and still maintain a sound that isn't muddy is a testimony to how well they work with one another. When you watch interviews or live recordings, you can see the love pouring off every member as they put everything they have into just that one song, completely in the moment.
        Singers Alex Ebert and Jade Castrinos make for a truly unique contrast in style, on one hand you have Alex with his soothing monotone lyrics, then Jade with a powerhouse voice that sends shivers down your spine every time you hear it.  Another vocal tool that makes this track stand out is the use of whistling; the intro to the song uses this element to introduce an old Sourthern feeling. After that a multitude of colours are painted with thundering bass lines, blaring trumpet solos, and above all a powerful message.

 




Home by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

Weird Science

     Well I've recently been able to get in touch with DJ Santero, who until now was somehow under my seemingly infinite radar. I'll tell you up front that I regret that because what I've heard so far is great. I'm going to be talking about his new label 'Weird Science' which was started by him and Pete Jordan. The reason behind the project is that both of them were fed up with being signed to other labels and having their music put on the back burner forever, so they've started their own to control when things are released which is really important. Electronic music is constantly being innovated and moving forward, every song is another step forward and the sooner it's released the faster it grows so I'm really glad, and I hope to definitely see more stuff like this happening and seeing Weird Science make alot of big steps forward in the coming year.    
     The label will mostly focus on bass driven house music, much like Santero's own stuff (but that will expand to other genres as the label grows), and right now most of the releases are from Jordan and Santero and remixes coming out soon. Artists that can be expected to be doing these remixes are The Elementz who are behind some really great work on Mad Decent as well as Ursa Major of Trouble and Bass. The remixers are also going to be the ones who DJ at Weird Science events.
     These events so far have been getting a whole lot of attention, all of them packed. The third is going to be going down Saturday December 10th at 93 Feet East, Brick Lane E1 (London) from 6pm till 1am. Free entry and BBQ happening in the courtyard and food all night. The parties have had themes of 80's cult films so far and this next one will be Gremlins by the looks of it, and the movie will be showing in room two - everywhere else will be too devastated by the bass that the lineup is going to be tossing around. The DJ's for the night are going to be Jordan & Santero joined by The Elementz, followed by a slew of artists from SHELTERED starting at 7:30 and carrying on until 1am.

The event page for the upcoming Weird Science throwdown is right here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/266120846772755/
You can follow Weird Science here: https://www.facebook.com/scienceweird
and to sign up for the releases go here: http://ymlp.com/xguyjyuwgmgj

     I've got a video clip via youtube of the new release Cali Blues right here too, so be sure to check that out. Also look for Cali Pinks!


   
     Well, now that I've covered everything you'd need to know about the new label - how about I share some of what it'll sound like? I've got 5 tracks, all of them are great chill party jams. Included is the promo mix of Sexy Mofo as well as the clean cut and the super dub cut. If you like what you hear check out  Jordan & Santero here: https://www.facebook.com/jordanandsantero

Get Out Of Jail Free Series by Santero

     And lastly, here are a few tracks from Santero, Pete Jordan, and a short mix by The Elementz featuring Hudson Mohawke, Diamond Bass, and if I'm not mistaken I think Blue Effect, whom I haven't heard in some time. Excellent chill-bass, perfect for parties or just driving around. Keep your eyes out for releases from these guys and make sure to check everyone out on Facebook to show them some love for all of the brilliant music and hard work.

Redlight vs The Beatles - MDMA People by Santero

Pete Jordan feat Joe B - Step Out (Westway) [Release Preview] [Out August 2011] by Pete Jordan

The Elementz - Sekkle Down selection by The Elementz

Mothership Has Arrived

     Finally, without further ado, we've got two full high def videos of Skrillex playing live at the Longbranch. It's a good opportunity for those of you who can't visit the tour to see his new awe-inspiring stage setup, The Cell - outfitted by the same folks who prepared Daft Punk's pyramid, Wolfgang Gartner's Medusa and Deadmau5's expert griefing machine, The Cell uses high tech sensors to display Skrillex's movement on an enormous LED screen behind him.
     Skrillex was down in the South in early October on his Mothership Tour, and needless to say he did not disappoint. The set was incredible, ranging from  classics like Cinema and Equinox to treating the crowd to Breakn a Sweat (which hadn't been released at the time of the show) and a little bit of Bob Marley thrown in there as well.  Overall, a solid concert, and I would highly recommend seeing his show.  At the jumps we've got Skrillex opening the show with Right Here, and we've got a full-length video of Promises. Enjoy.

Josh Ritter

Josh Ritter can simply be described as the most talented lyricist of our time. His ability to string together words in a fashion that is so thought provoking it takes multiple ventures to fully appreciate the story line and overall message. Though I say story line, in describing Ritter's lyrics that does not necessarily mean that his songs are ballads, his music should be classified as works of art made to be displayed, and analyzed to the point of exhaustion. Here are two quotes from one of my favorite songs by Ritter Snow is Gone "But I'd rather be the one who loves than to be loved and never even know," and "But I'm singing for the love of it, have mercy on the man who sings to be adored," these are only a few of the lines that had me completely enthralled with the meaning behind each song.

Josh Ritter grew up in Moscow, Idaho in 1976, his early inspirations into singing and song writing were Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan's "Girl from the North Country." In his teenage years he attempted to write songs using a lute that his father had built before buying his first guitar at K-Mart. He attended Oberlin College to study neuroscience but later changed his major to the self-created "American History Through Narrative Folk Music" while in attendance to Oberlin Ritter recorded his first studio album Josh Ritter. He then continued his musical pursuits after graduation by moving to Scotland to attend the School of Scottish Folk Studies for six months, after his time in Scotland he returned to the states to continue writing and recording. Ritter has recorded and released six studio albums and three live albums along with two EP's.

Josh plays with the The Royal City Band, a group of musicians some of which have been playing with him for almost ten years. I recently had the opportunity to see Josh Ritter live with the Royal City Band at the Cat's Cradle in Carrboro NC, and I must say that it was by far my favorite concert I have ever had the pleasure of attending, to simply put it the mix of a personable venue such as Cat's Cradle, Josh Ritter's never ending smile while performing, and the energy of a perfect crowd, made the show, but the most interesting and memorable moment from the concert was in the middle of one of their songs the entire band switched instruments, leaving Josh at drums, the bass player at keyboard, the keyboardist at lead guitar and the lead guitarist at bass. But with these songs I hope to give you the interest and pure jubilation in Josh Ritter that I already possess.
The Curse by Josh Ritter

Kathleen by Josh Ritter
And lastly if you enjoy these songs and would like to browse more of Josh Ritter's music then simply go to this link and choose an album and each song will be available to listen to, personally i recommend the album The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter, and then songs Temptation of Adam, and Right Moves.

http://joshritter.com/music/

The Kooks

Today we have one of our favorite Brit bands for you, The Kooks!

While they are usually known as "Indie Alt and Pop", their genre has often been pegged as wanna be Arctic Monkeys.  Whilst listening to The Kooks you can always expect to hear some exciting melodies made by lead singer and founder of the band, Luke Pritchard.  He makes skilled use of his high range by sounding unexpected harmonies with his lead guitarist, Hugh Harris, who also sings backup vocals.  The Kooks have tried lots of different styles of music so it's hard to really give any of the members a real "trademark", but in my opinion, Hugh tends take his songs in a simplistic, and often light direction.

As far as influences, the Kooks say that they pull a lot out from The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Buddy Holly, and the Everly Brothers, among others.  That being said, lots of controversy has arisen about their musical style; The Kooks have been accused many times of trying to imitate other bands, including: The Arctic Monkeys (as mentioned above), Razorlight, and most recently the Fratellis'.  The feud between bands peaked when it was reported that the Arctic Monkeys lead singer Alex Turner was trying to mess with the leads to Pritchard's guitar.  This ended up with Turner getting his face punted 300 style by Pritchard.  Later, The Kooks tried to make peace, but the relationship between the two is still at a standstill.

Great band that you will fall for as soon as you listen to "She Moves In Her Own Way"
Find out more about them at their website.

The Kooks - She Moves In Her Own Way

The Kooks - Shine On

MOTHERSHIP: INCOMING

     Pardon the delay, but we finally have footage and pictures from a Skrillex show that one of our writers had the chance to attend this past October. It was an absolute killer of a concert, and Skrillex played many fresh and classic tracks throughout the night. Footage of full songs and clips to come soon, but for now enjoy this small glimpse into the very heart of the Cell.

Elliot Smith

     "Say Yes" by the late Elliot Smith is an uplifting song that truly brightens the mood of the listener.  Elliot Smith was an incredible lyricist that had the ability to capture the essence of the moment and give his audience the chance to embody that feeling. With his short and "poppy" style, he keeps the song fresh and light, which provides a sonorous flow to carry his message. His use of the common 7th major scale mixed with his experimental use of harmonization gives us a wonderful melody that pleases us with a general sense of satisfaction as the song culminates.

     Born in the high plains of Nebraska and brought up in the surroundings of Oregon, Smith gave rise to his musical career through various gigs and events in Portland. People were amazed by his versatility and his desire to experiment in his music, which is evident in many of his tracks including "Say Yes". Smith was often known for his soft delivery and his utilization of digital tracks and vocal layers to create complex textures and harmonies. He was an advocate for using modern technology in a period where people were just beginning to comprehend the possibilities and benefits. Smith continued his career in obscurity until he made his first appearance on a Network Televsion debut on the Late Night With Connan O'Brien. This began a new path for his career and greatly expanded his fan base. The climax of his musical career came to a peak when he was asked to perform "Miss Misery" at the Oscars in 1998. Although he did not win an Oscar, Smith was taken aback but what he felt from the surrealism of the experience. Both tracks are, simply put, beautiful. Check him out

Say Yes - Elliot Smith

Elliot Smith - Miss Misery

Moar Figure

     Figure's back from the grave with a brand new banger he's pieced together during his tour of horror. Using every spare moment for production and after/during shows he's slowly perfected 'Dominate' - and much like his other tracks it's aptly named. The bassline will enslave you and the synthes have that same crunchy feel I've grown to expect from Figure. It's really interesting actually because the bpm changes at least 5 times throughout the song but it still feels complete and uniform. Interesting track, instant rager.
     I've also got a track he finished a few weeks back, towards the end of his monster spree in October called 'You're Dead'. It's originally by Fast Foot and the notorious MC Cyanide but Figure does it up lethal with some vicious drums.
     You guys enjoy and check out Figure on his Facebook page or his website, imfigure.net to show him some support.

  Figure - Dominate (Original Mix) by Figure


Fast Foot feat. MC Cyanide - You're Dead (Figure Drumstep Remix) by Figure

IndieFeed

Due to the continued success of The Pharmacy, we have been able to expand our blog to cover a new genre: Indie Rock.
This new expansion, IndieFeed, 
IndieFeed
is in the same format as The Pharmacy (Indie Counterpart), and we will begin our posting schedule in the next few days. Till then please "like" our new Independent Folk Facebook Page:

 
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Play Me Playpack

     Just to make sure there are no survivors after that last post - I present you some PLAY ME treats. PLAY ME records is easily one of the best dubstep record labels around right now, owned and managed by Reid Speed who also produces and DJ's herself (basically she's a bass-born wiz-kid), and has signed some of my very favorite artists.
     Today I've got Reid Speed's latest megamix 'Blast Off' which is this eclectic mix of old school jungle and drum & bass with more modern drumstep to create a kind of history lesson for those of you new to D&B. It has some serious classics and some serious bangers from only just recently - exquisite work.
     To compliment that I have Tim Ismag's new EP that he's handing out for free. I'm a huge fan of Ismag, he's only recently caught my eye with his last EP. He has a very unique sound, super funky and super hard. Pay attention to this guy because he'll be huge! Make sure to check out Tim Ismag, Reid Speed, and PLAY ME records on Facebook and make them all feel super special!

  REID SPEED- BLASTOFF by Reid Speed


Tim Ismag - FREE your mam EP by Tim Ismag