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Sounds like: Ben Howard, Bombay Bicycle Club

Song: José González - Crosses (Dinner Date Remix) [download here]

My reticence with José González has always come from annoyance that so many people thought The Knife were covering him when they performed “Heartbeats.” Scores of impassioned conversations later — and artificially inflating the YouTube numbers of The Knife’s vids by pointing at the screen and going “See! See! I told you!” — I and others I know still haven’t convinced people it’s the other way around. Liz Lemon eyeroll of the century, people.

So, for years now, I’ve sat quiet about the tracks that make my heart gush for González, until this Dinner Date remix of my favorite track, “Crosses,” brought me out of the critics closet. House remixes of folk tracks are a bit of a craze these days, between Oliver Koletzki’s remix of HVOB’s “Always Like This“ and Richard Aarden’s take on Ben Howard’s “Bones“ dominating my soundscape lately.

Still, it takes some skill to get the recipe right. These remixes are all about filling the empty space with new life, while not detracting from the dreamy tenderness of the original. Put another way, the folk versions are like gentle caresses in a lazy, Sunday morning afterglow, and the remixes are like recharging for a second round — do it right and you can give the track a second romp around the mind; which, incidentally, is what Dinner Date does so well.

1. Original post: José González- Crosses (Dinner Date Remix)

2. Posted in: remixes, electronic remixes, deep house, nu disco, indietronica

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Sounds like: Ben Howard, Bombay Bicycle Club

Song: José González - Crosses (Dinner Date Remix) [download here]

My reticence with José González has always come from annoyance that so many people thought The Knife were covering him when they performed “Heartbeats.” Scores of impassioned conversations later — and artificially inflating the YouTube numbers of The Knife’s vids by pointing at the screen and going “See! See! I told you!” — I and others I know still haven’t convinced people it’s the other way around. Liz Lemon eyeroll of the century, people.

So, for years now, I’ve sat quiet about the tracks that make my heart gush for González, until this Dinner Date remix of my favorite track, “Crosses,” brought me out of the critics closet. House remixes of folk tracks are a bit of a craze these days, between Oliver Koletzki’s remix of HVOB’s “Always Like This“ and Richard Aarden’s take on Ben Howard’s “Bones“ dominating my soundscape lately.

Still, it takes some skill to get the recipe right. These remixes are all about filling the empty space with new life, while not detracting from the dreamy tenderness of the original. Put another way, the folk versions are like gentle caresses in a lazy, Sunday morning afterglow, and the remixes are like recharging for a second round — do it right and you can give the track a second romp around the mind; which, incidentally, is what Dinner Date does so well.

1. Original post: José González- Crosses (Dinner Date Remix)

2. Posted in: remixes, electronic remixes, deep house, nu disco, indietronica

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Sounds like: Miami Horror, Cut Copy, Gary Numan

Song: Tesla Boy Ft. Tyson - Broken Doll [download here]

If I were to come out of retirement and don my luchador mask once again, this track would be my entrance music. “Broken Doll” is the newest single by Tesla Boy, the project hatched by Russian producer Anton Sevidov.  After some switches in their line-up, Tesla Boy is following up their debut LP with the highly anticipated The Universe Made of Darkness.

The first two singles, “1991“ and “M.C.H.T.E.,” have already delivered with their full-bodied soul, and this latest release doesn’t disappoint.  London’s Tyson adds some sensuality to this track with his lush vocals to perfectly complement the funky basslines and smooth synths.

This song has everything you need to keep you grooving all night long. Just one question remains…do you want to dance?

1. Original post: Tesla Boy Ft. Tyson – Broken Doll

2. Posted in: electro pop, dance, synth-pop, electro dance, synthwave

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Sounds like: Miami Horror, Cut Copy, Gary Numan

Song: Tesla Boy Ft. Tyson - Broken Doll [download here]

If I were to come out of retirement and don my luchador mask once again, this track would be my entrance music. “Broken Doll” is the newest single by Tesla Boy, the project hatched by Russian producer Anton Sevidov.  After some switches in their line-up, Tesla Boy is following up their debut LP with the highly anticipated The Universe Made of Darkness.

The first two singles, “1991“ and “M.C.H.T.E.,” have already delivered with their full-bodied soul, and this latest release doesn’t disappoint.  London’s Tyson adds some sensuality to this track with his lush vocals to perfectly complement the funky basslines and smooth synths.

This song has everything you need to keep you grooving all night long. Just one question remains…do you want to dance?

1. Original post: Tesla Boy Ft. Tyson – Broken Doll

2. Posted in: electro pop, dance, synth-pop, electro dance, synthwave

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/tesla-boy-ft-tyson-broken-doll/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/major-lazer-get-free-vacationer-remix/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/major-lazer-get-free-vacationer-remix/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 14:54:33 +0000 Jason Grishkoff http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79937

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Sounds like: Diplo

Song: Major Lazer - Get Free (Vacationer Remix) [download here]

Major Lazer’s “Get Free” is probably my favorite track out of their camp. Joined by Amber Coffman of The Dirty Projectors, the song spans a variety of genres, landing somewhere between summer and reggae.

Obviously it ain’t the easiest track to remix, but tropical-wave producer Vacationer has taken a hand to the track — and the results aren’t that bad. Mind you, it’s only fitting: the words “vacationer” and “get free” go together quite well!

Dig it? You can grab a free download here.

1. Original post: Major Lazer – Get Free (Vacationer Remix)

2. Posted in: remixes, diplo, reggae, major lazer, vacationer

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Sounds like: Diplo

Song: Major Lazer - Get Free (Vacationer Remix) [download here]

Major Lazer’s “Get Free” is probably my favorite track out of their camp. Joined by Amber Coffman of The Dirty Projectors, the song spans a variety of genres, landing somewhere between summer and reggae.

Obviously it ain’t the easiest track to remix, but tropical-wave producer Vacationer has taken a hand to the track — and the results aren’t that bad. Mind you, it’s only fitting: the words “vacationer” and “get free” go together quite well!

Dig it? You can grab a free download here.

1. Original post: Major Lazer – Get Free (Vacationer Remix)

2. Posted in: remixes, diplo, reggae, major lazer, vacationer

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/major-lazer-get-free-vacationer-remix/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/owl-eyes-jewels-sapphires-goldroom-remix/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/owl-eyes-jewels-sapphires-goldroom-remix/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 14:51:43 +0000 Jason Grishkoff http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79942

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Song: Owl Eyes - Jewels & Sapphires (Goldroom Remix) [download here]

When I first heard this song yesterday, I didn’t think “woah, this is definitely SOTD material.” But after a couple listens today, I’ve come around.

Goldroom has done a marvelous remix of Owl Eyes’ “Jewels & Sapphires,” and while it’s not necessarily the catchiest song you’ll hear all day, I think the quality stands for itself.

For context, the song be released on a remix EP coming soon from Owl Eyes. Hopefully it’s not five versions of the same track…because this one will steal the cake.

1. Original post: Owl Eyes – Jewels & Sapphires (Goldroom Remix)

2. Posted in: female vocalist, remixes, electro pop, dance, electronic remixes

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Song: Owl Eyes - Jewels & Sapphires (Goldroom Remix) [download here]

When I first heard this song yesterday, I didn’t think “woah, this is definitely SOTD material.” But after a couple listens today, I’ve come around.

Goldroom has done a marvelous remix of Owl Eyes’ “Jewels & Sapphires,” and while it’s not necessarily the catchiest song you’ll hear all day, I think the quality stands for itself.

For context, the song be released on a remix EP coming soon from Owl Eyes. Hopefully it’s not five versions of the same track…because this one will steal the cake.

1. Original post: Owl Eyes – Jewels & Sapphires (Goldroom Remix)

2. Posted in: female vocalist, remixes, electro pop, dance, electronic remixes

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Sounds like: Myron & E, Bilal, Solange

Song: Love Apple - Guess I Always Knew [download here]

Today little goes undocumented in the music realm. Songs and ideas that in decades past would at most be demos or disregarded and forgotten make their way to listeners ears as bonus cuts, mixtape material or Internet-only randoms, in part because of the reduction in labor to produce the music and in part because of the warped business model that has begotten. In private conversations, I used to speculate that to be the reason for the abundance of sub-par material today; we hear music that is part of the artists’ development process that maybe we shouldn’t. If we heard the demos or unreleased material of artists from the past, they may not appear as titanic.

Numero Group kind of blew a hole in that little theory with last year’s release of Love Apple’s self-titled shelved debut from 1978. Well, to be exact, it’s actually a rehearsal tape from 1978. The trio of Cleveland soul singers, under the auspice of Lou Ragland, cut this bare-bones tape as practice for their live shows. Life happened, things fell through, and nothing ever came of it, but now, more than 40 years later, we get to hear the tape, and goddamn is it great.

The songs sound especially somber with the sparse accompaniment; it’s just three voices, drums, piano and a guitar. I guess even yesteryear’s demos blow ours out of the water. The Numero Group sheds more light on the project:

“In the late ’70s, three do-right women from Cleveland forged a brief partnership with Ohio’s everything man, Lou Ragland. Unlike the prefabricated singing combos of the day, Lily Pearson, Annette Warren, and Avetta Henry swapped lead duties as situation demanded. When a Ragland-centric publicity stunt preempted a concert appearance, Love Apple disintegrated, abandoning this rehearsal tape at Thomas Boddie’s cherished Eastside studio. Devoid of bass, the sparse instrumentation accentuates each vocalist’s aptitude, showcasing some of Ragland’s finest songwriting in the process.”

1. Original post: Love Apple – Guess I Always Knew

2. Posted in: soul, old school, bilal, solange, soulful

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Sounds like: Myron & E, Bilal, Solange

Song: Love Apple - Guess I Always Knew [download here]

Today little goes undocumented in the music realm. Songs and ideas that in decades past would at most be demos or disregarded and forgotten make their way to listeners ears as bonus cuts, mixtape material or Internet-only randoms, in part because of the reduction in labor to produce the music and in part because of the warped business model that has begotten. In private conversations, I used to speculate that to be the reason for the abundance of sub-par material today; we hear music that is part of the artists’ development process that maybe we shouldn’t. If we heard the demos or unreleased material of artists from the past, they may not appear as titanic.

Numero Group kind of blew a hole in that little theory with last year’s release of Love Apple’s self-titled shelved debut from 1978. Well, to be exact, it’s actually a rehearsal tape from 1978. The trio of Cleveland soul singers, under the auspice of Lou Ragland, cut this bare-bones tape as practice for their live shows. Life happened, things fell through, and nothing ever came of it, but now, more than 40 years later, we get to hear the tape, and goddamn is it great.

The songs sound especially somber with the sparse accompaniment; it’s just three voices, drums, piano and a guitar. I guess even yesteryear’s demos blow ours out of the water. The Numero Group sheds more light on the project:

“In the late ’70s, three do-right women from Cleveland forged a brief partnership with Ohio’s everything man, Lou Ragland. Unlike the prefabricated singing combos of the day, Lily Pearson, Annette Warren, and Avetta Henry swapped lead duties as situation demanded. When a Ragland-centric publicity stunt preempted a concert appearance, Love Apple disintegrated, abandoning this rehearsal tape at Thomas Boddie’s cherished Eastside studio. Devoid of bass, the sparse instrumentation accentuates each vocalist’s aptitude, showcasing some of Ragland’s finest songwriting in the process.”

1. Original post: Love Apple – Guess I Always Knew

2. Posted in: soul, old school, bilal, solange, soulful

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Sounds like: S.Carey, Rayland Baxter

Song: Ocean Liner - Dustbowl [download here]

The first 30 seconds of “Dustbowl” had me thinking “This is nice,” and then Ben Smolin’s voice reaches a higher pitch and becomes deeper in emotion, and I thought, “This is serious.” 

Ben and Alison Smolin’s stories coalesce and echo the sentiment, ”If loneliness is truth, then why do we all search for someone to wake up with?” The song asks you to inhabit the bare bones of its body, and expose yourself without consequence. In the end, it painfully accepts the irony of love; if we could be honest it would be so much easier, but heartache is inevitable.

Ocean Liner hails from Birmingham, Alabama, but currently resides in Nashville. Visit them on SoundCloud or Facebook to hear more of their self-titled debut album.

1. Original post: Ocean Liner – Dustbowl

2. Posted in: female vocalist, folk, acoustic, indie folk, singer-songwriter

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Sounds like: S.Carey, Rayland Baxter

Song: Ocean Liner - Dustbowl [download here]

The first 30 seconds of “Dustbowl” had me thinking “This is nice,” and then Ben Smolin’s voice reaches a higher pitch and becomes deeper in emotion, and I thought, “This is serious.” 

Ben and Alison Smolin’s stories coalesce and echo the sentiment, ”If loneliness is truth, then why do we all search for someone to wake up with?” The song asks you to inhabit the bare bones of its body, and expose yourself without consequence. In the end, it painfully accepts the irony of love; if we could be honest it would be so much easier, but heartache is inevitable.

Ocean Liner hails from Birmingham, Alabama, but currently resides in Nashville. Visit them on SoundCloud or Facebook to hear more of their self-titled debut album.

1. Original post: Ocean Liner – Dustbowl

2. Posted in: female vocalist, folk, acoustic, indie folk, singer-songwriter

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/ocean-liner-dustbowl-2/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/robot-science-good-luck/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/robot-science-good-luck/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 13:29:25 +0000 David Peter Simon http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79827

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Sounds like: Giraffage, Vondelpark, Majestic Casual

Song: Robot Science - Inhale [download here]

I’ve got some ear candy for you, and it’s not Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans. It’s pop ambient from Robot Science, turned out in the form of a short but sweet instrumental synth track characterized by dreamy beeps and bops.

Robot Science is Charlie Yin, aka popular producer Giraffage. I’m stoked to find this IDM/instrumental electro project of his, much different than his recent remixes we’ve been devouring. All the songs on this EP Good Luck are pretty great, albeit quite similar in nature.

This featured track, “Inhale,” is probably my favorite so far; it’s full of buzz, like a champagne cork popping out of a bottle. You’ll be addicted to the fizzy beats.

You can listen to all of Good Luck on bandcamp. Definitely check out other works like Square and Doodads, and don’t forget to follow Charlie on Twitter. While there’s not much by way of Robot Science since 2011, there’s always a chance…

1. Original post: Robot Science – Good Luck

2. Posted in: Electronic, ambient, indie, electro, idm

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Sounds like: Giraffage, Vondelpark, Majestic Casual

Song: Robot Science - Inhale [download here]

I’ve got some ear candy for you, and it’s not Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans. It’s pop ambient from Robot Science, turned out in the form of a short but sweet instrumental synth track characterized by dreamy beeps and bops.

Robot Science is Charlie Yin, aka popular producer Giraffage. I’m stoked to find this IDM/instrumental electro project of his, much different than his recent remixes we’ve been devouring. All the songs on this EP Good Luck are pretty great, albeit quite similar in nature.

This featured track, “Inhale,” is probably my favorite so far; it’s full of buzz, like a champagne cork popping out of a bottle. You’ll be addicted to the fizzy beats.

You can listen to all of Good Luck on bandcamp. Definitely check out other works like Square and Doodads, and don’t forget to follow Charlie on Twitter. While there’s not much by way of Robot Science since 2011, there’s always a chance…

1. Original post: Robot Science – Good Luck

2. Posted in: Electronic, ambient, indie, electro, idm

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/robot-science-good-luck/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/jungle-platoon/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/jungle-platoon/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 13:03:25 +0000 Jason Grishkoff http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79910

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Sounds like: Electric Guest, Broken Bells

Song: Jungle - Platoon [download here]

Jungle have absolutely no online social presence. How weird is that? I mean, perhaps that wasn’t so abnormal 10 years ago, but in this day and age?!

No matter, it’s the music that counts. And in this case, their debut single “Platoon” certainly sets the stage for some interesting music. In fact, the song is catchy enough that it’s already caught the attention of BBC Radio 1′s Zane Lowe. So, in that sense, we’re a bit late on this track.

“Platoon” is set to be released via Chess Club Records as a debut AA-side single, alongside another track called “Drops.” The London-based band aren’t exactly letting on to much else, but ultimately the grooviness of this track speaks for itself.

There’s a limited pressing of 500 available, so if you’re keen — grab a copy here.

1. Original post: Jungle – Platoon

2. Posted in: indie rock, blues rock, psychedelic rock, broken bells, electric guest

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Sounds like: Electric Guest, Broken Bells

Song: Jungle - Platoon [download here]

Jungle have absolutely no online social presence. How weird is that? I mean, perhaps that wasn’t so abnormal 10 years ago, but in this day and age?!

No matter, it’s the music that counts. And in this case, their debut single “Platoon” certainly sets the stage for some interesting music. In fact, the song is catchy enough that it’s already caught the attention of BBC Radio 1′s Zane Lowe. So, in that sense, we’re a bit late on this track.

“Platoon” is set to be released via Chess Club Records as a debut AA-side single, alongside another track called “Drops.” The London-based band aren’t exactly letting on to much else, but ultimately the grooviness of this track speaks for itself.

There’s a limited pressing of 500 available, so if you’re keen — grab a copy here.

1. Original post: Jungle – Platoon

2. Posted in: indie rock, blues rock, psychedelic rock, broken bells, electric guest

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/jungle-platoon/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/koreless-last-remnants/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/koreless-last-remnants/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 13:00:54 +0000 Dwayne http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79815

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Sounds like: Jacques Greene, Four Tet, Deadboy, Floating Points

Song: Koreless - Last Remnants [download here]

Monday marked the release of Koreless’ debut Yugen EP, released by Young Turks. As well as the previously previewed “Sun,” the EP contains four tracks, including “Last Remnants.”

According to Fact Magazine, it’s:

“…one of the most heartfelt offerings from Koreless yet, with its fusion of blissful electronics and a gamelan-inspired percussive push. It almost sounds akin to Solaris/Drive soundtrack composer Cliff Martinez’s unmistakable productions.”

1. Original post: Koreless – Last Remnants

2. Posted in: Electronic, future garage, four tet, uk garage, jacques greene

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Sounds like: Jacques Greene, Four Tet, Deadboy, Floating Points

Song: Koreless - Last Remnants [download here]

Monday marked the release of Koreless’ debut Yugen EP, released by Young Turks. As well as the previously previewed “Sun,” the EP contains four tracks, including “Last Remnants.”

According to Fact Magazine, it’s:

“…one of the most heartfelt offerings from Koreless yet, with its fusion of blissful electronics and a gamelan-inspired percussive push. It almost sounds akin to Solaris/Drive soundtrack composer Cliff Martinez’s unmistakable productions.”

1. Original post: Koreless – Last Remnants

2. Posted in: Electronic, future garage, four tet, uk garage, jacques greene

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Sounds like: Edamame, Different Sleep, Tropics

Song: Tythe - Totem Poles (Joel Hood Remix) [download here]

Lately, I’ve been abusing the Nu Disco: Best of 2012 playlist, refusing to acknowledge the existence of other music; maybe it’s because I really want to stay in the imaginary tropical rave I’m been pretending to be in. Fortunately, this remix by Joel Hood of Tythe’s “Totem Poles” fits perfectly into my fantasy paradise.

Joel layers incandescent textures and surprise moments into his production, wavering between the sound of reality and the sound of freedom.

For more, check out his subtly electrifying remix of Astronauts etc.’s “Mystery Colours“ and a new remix of Phoenix’s “Trying To Be Cool.” Find even more from Tythe on SoundCloud, including his debut single “Careless Woman,” the B-side of which is “Totem Poles.”

1. Original post: Tythe -Totem Poles (Joel Hood Remix)

2. Posted in: Electronic, chillwave, nu disco, Tropical, daytime disco

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Sounds like: Edamame, Different Sleep, Tropics

Song: Tythe - Totem Poles (Joel Hood Remix) [download here]

Lately, I’ve been abusing the Nu Disco: Best of 2012 playlist, refusing to acknowledge the existence of other music; maybe it’s because I really want to stay in the imaginary tropical rave I’m been pretending to be in. Fortunately, this remix by Joel Hood of Tythe’s “Totem Poles” fits perfectly into my fantasy paradise.

Joel layers incandescent textures and surprise moments into his production, wavering between the sound of reality and the sound of freedom.

For more, check out his subtly electrifying remix of Astronauts etc.’s “Mystery Colours“ and a new remix of Phoenix’s “Trying To Be Cool.” Find even more from Tythe on SoundCloud, including his debut single “Careless Woman,” the B-side of which is “Totem Poles.”

1. Original post: Tythe -Totem Poles (Joel Hood Remix)

2. Posted in: Electronic, chillwave, nu disco, Tropical, daytime disco

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/tythe-totem-poles-joel-hood-remix/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/latin-electronic-mala-alejandro-paz-panama-cardoon-more/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/latin-electronic-mala-alejandro-paz-panama-cardoon-more/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 12:00:07 +0000 Anu http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79487

Growing up with immigrant parents, I was blessed to hear a variety of sounds from a young age. These foreign experiences led me to question how much of what we think we love depends on what we’re familiar with versus what we might actually love.

Today, I want to share some Latin electronic with the Shuffler community, featuring electronic cumbia and folk, Latin trap, Afro Latin jazz, tropical bass,  Cuban-influenced dubstep and more. These musicians and producers share something in common despite spanning the globe from South America to Europe.  While the literal message varies, the musical message comes across quite clear:  we have the ability, now more than ever before, to create a sense of familiar in the unfamiliar — beautifully induced connections between cultures and generations that are a privilege to create and share.

I don’t feel that I can do this genre justice with this one playlist, considering it’s not really one genre but probably a thousand. So this isn’t as free-flowing as I’d like it to be, but hopefully some of you are introduced to new music you can appreciate.

1. Original post: Latin Electronic: Mala, Alejandro Paz, Panama Cardoon + More

2. Posted in: Electronic, folk, dubstep, trap, Tropical

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Follow Mala on SoundCloud.

Follow El Búho on SoundCloud.

Follow Panama Cardoon on SoundCloud.

Follow Flamingosis on SoundCloud.

Follow Umoja on SoundCloud.

Follow Alejandro Paz’s label Cómeme on SoundCloud.

Follow Matias Aquayo’s label Cómeme on SoundCloud. This track was discovered via New Hispanic Music.

Follow Lagartijeando  on SoundCloud.

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Sounds like: Joey Bada$$, Mdnsgn, Nickelus F

Song: Ivan Ave - Portals [download here]

When you think of chilled hip-hop with an electronic jazz tinge, you instantly think of Oslo, Norway right?

Ivan Avenue is a young man out of Scandinavia making some refreshing raps that go easy on the pretension. “Portals” is buttery electro goodness; Ivan raps very well over his own beat, and creates a track that’s the equivalent of a sunset joint on a cool, breezy beach. Plus he asks for a 10-foot hater-free radius, and I think we can all say that is a pretty universal life goal.

What serves as the cherry on this rap sundae for me is that Ivan doesn’t beat you over the head with the throwback stick. When cats like Joey Bada$$ and others make it a point to make you know they are “bringing back” the spirit of the old-school or whatever revivalist bullshit rhetoric they’re selling themselves with, it is cool to see someone influenced by that golden age mythology just do their thing and keep it moving. I’m very curious to see where Ivan Ave takes it from here.

Shouts to the homie Mndsgn for hipping me to this cat; word on the tweets is they have some stuff brewing which should certainly be some marvelous shit.

1. Original post: Ivan Ave – Portals

2. Posted in: hip-hop, electronic hip-hop, underground hip hop, mellow hip hop, chill hip hop

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Sounds like: Joey Bada$$, Mdnsgn, Nickelus F

Song: Ivan Ave - Portals [download here]

When you think of chilled hip-hop with an electronic jazz tinge, you instantly think of Oslo, Norway right?

Ivan Avenue is a young man out of Scandinavia making some refreshing raps that go easy on the pretension. “Portals” is buttery electro goodness; Ivan raps very well over his own beat, and creates a track that’s the equivalent of a sunset joint on a cool, breezy beach. Plus he asks for a 10-foot hater-free radius, and I think we can all say that is a pretty universal life goal.

What serves as the cherry on this rap sundae for me is that Ivan doesn’t beat you over the head with the throwback stick. When cats like Joey Bada$$ and others make it a point to make you know they are “bringing back” the spirit of the old-school or whatever revivalist bullshit rhetoric they’re selling themselves with, it is cool to see someone influenced by that golden age mythology just do their thing and keep it moving. I’m very curious to see where Ivan Ave takes it from here.

Shouts to the homie Mndsgn for hipping me to this cat; word on the tweets is they have some stuff brewing which should certainly be some marvelous shit.

1. Original post: Ivan Ave – Portals

2. Posted in: hip-hop, electronic hip-hop, underground hip hop, mellow hip hop, chill hip hop

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Sounds like: Slothpop, The Lumineers, Broken Social Scene

Song: Little Tybee - Castle [download here]

If you like Little Tybee‘s music then I’m confident you’d like their live performances. Just imagine their orchestral indie folk amplified and even livelier.

In the meantime, you can check out their live video for their singles “Castle” and “Left Right.” Their live renditions of these two songs shine and glimmer even brighter than the album versions. What more can you ask for in a live performance? You can certainly tell that this talented bunch are all seasoned veterans while maintaining a humble and gentle stage presence. It seems as if this is the type of live performance that reaches your core and sends chills up your spine.

Little Tybee’s newest album, For Distance Viewing, is most definitely one of 2013′s “Best Of” albums. I urge you to get yourself a copy if you haven’t yet!

1. Original post: Little Tybee – “Castle” and “Left Right” Live at The Goat Farm 2013

2. Posted in: indie pop, folk-pop, indie folk, indietronica, broken social scene

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Sounds like: Slothpop, The Lumineers, Broken Social Scene

Song: Little Tybee - Castle [download here]

If you like Little Tybee‘s music then I’m confident you’d like their live performances. Just imagine their orchestral indie folk amplified and even livelier.

In the meantime, you can check out their live video for their singles “Castle” and “Left Right.” Their live renditions of these two songs shine and glimmer even brighter than the album versions. What more can you ask for in a live performance? You can certainly tell that this talented bunch are all seasoned veterans while maintaining a humble and gentle stage presence. It seems as if this is the type of live performance that reaches your core and sends chills up your spine.

Little Tybee’s newest album, For Distance Viewing, is most definitely one of 2013′s “Best Of” albums. I urge you to get yourself a copy if you haven’t yet!

1. Original post: Little Tybee – “Castle” and “Left Right” Live at The Goat Farm 2013

2. Posted in: indie pop, folk-pop, indie folk, indietronica, broken social scene

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Sounds like: Absofacto, Mason Proper

Song: The Neighbourhood - West Coast [download here]

In case you ever doubted where The Neighbourhood come from, a listen to this song will clear things up. Touching on some of hip-hop influence we’ve seen in prior songs, “West Coast” sees lead singer Jesse Rutherford rhyming about California for a little over four minutes.

The song was released today via P&P as part of a split 7″ that lucky fans will only be able to find at the band’s shows. These releases will also include new songs from accompanying bands such as Lovelife, The 1975 and JMSN.

You can peep the full tour schedule here.

1. Original post: The Neighbourhood – West Coast

2. Posted in: indie rock, indie pop, indie, local natives, the neighbourhood

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Sounds like: Absofacto, Mason Proper

Song: The Neighbourhood - West Coast [download here]

In case you ever doubted where The Neighbourhood come from, a listen to this song will clear things up. Touching on some of hip-hop influence we’ve seen in prior songs, “West Coast” sees lead singer Jesse Rutherford rhyming about California for a little over four minutes.

The song was released today via P&P as part of a split 7″ that lucky fans will only be able to find at the band’s shows. These releases will also include new songs from accompanying bands such as Lovelife, The 1975 and JMSN.

You can peep the full tour schedule here.

1. Original post: The Neighbourhood – West Coast

2. Posted in: indie rock, indie pop, indie, local natives, the neighbourhood

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/the-neighbourhood-west-coast/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/oscar-key-sung-its-coming/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/oscar-key-sung-its-coming/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 15:57:52 +0000 hmcclure http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79731

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Sounds like: The Weeknd, Jai Paul, Miguel

Song: Oscar Key Sung - It's Coming [download here]

Oscar Slorach-Thorne is one brilliant dude. Initially catching our attention as half of the quirky pop duo Oscar + Martin, he’s split off on his own recently to concentrate on his Key Sung project. His single “WIMLTM” was featured on Indie Shuffle last year, before he worked alongside Mercury Music Prize-nominated wordsmith Ghostpoet and Brooklyn’s MeLo on their recent MELOGHOST collaboration. Now concentrating on his own work, he’s just released two tracks which should continue his rise.

As well as a cover of Miguel’s “Sure Thing” (well worth a listen here), Key Sung’s original highlights his unique talent. “It’s Coming,” while showing a slightly more commercial R&B side to his work, still contains plenty of the quirky traits which we’ve come to know and love from the Melbourne-based artist. Tight looping and precise beats provide the perfect base for Slorach-Thorne’s soulful vocals. Lovers of the Weeknd or Jai Paul will swoon over this work. Both tracks are available for free download on his SoundCloud.

With BBC Radio 6 programmer Gilles Peterson championing him, international recognition is sure to follow soon. Be sure to check out his Bandcamp for a taste of his earlier work.

1. Original post: Oscar Key Sung – It’s Coming

2. Posted in: Electronic, electro pop, Australia, R&B, rnb

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Sounds like: The Weeknd, Jai Paul, Miguel

Song: Oscar Key Sung - It's Coming [download here]

Oscar Slorach-Thorne is one brilliant dude. Initially catching our attention as half of the quirky pop duo Oscar + Martin, he’s split off on his own recently to concentrate on his Key Sung project. His single “WIMLTM” was featured on Indie Shuffle last year, before he worked alongside Mercury Music Prize-nominated wordsmith Ghostpoet and Brooklyn’s MeLo on their recent MELOGHOST collaboration. Now concentrating on his own work, he’s just released two tracks which should continue his rise.

As well as a cover of Miguel’s “Sure Thing” (well worth a listen here), Key Sung’s original highlights his unique talent. “It’s Coming,” while showing a slightly more commercial R&B side to his work, still contains plenty of the quirky traits which we’ve come to know and love from the Melbourne-based artist. Tight looping and precise beats provide the perfect base for Slorach-Thorne’s soulful vocals. Lovers of the Weeknd or Jai Paul will swoon over this work. Both tracks are available for free download on his SoundCloud.

With BBC Radio 6 programmer Gilles Peterson championing him, international recognition is sure to follow soon. Be sure to check out his Bandcamp for a taste of his earlier work.

1. Original post: Oscar Key Sung – It’s Coming

2. Posted in: Electronic, electro pop, Australia, R&B, rnb

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/oscar-key-sung-its-coming/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/smith-westerns-3am-spiritual/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/smith-westerns-3am-spiritual/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 15:10:19 +0000 Jason Grishkoff http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79812

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Song: Smith Westerns - 3am Spiritual [download here]

About two months ago we picked up the first new single from Chicago-based indie rock band Smith Westerns, titled “Varsity.” Today, the band unveiled the second track off their upcoming album Soft Will: “3am Spiritual.”

The song takes a relatively inoffensive indie rock approach, keeping a steady and predictable first 3 minutes. Then comes the bridge (boy do I love a good bridge!) — providing a little over a minute of music that could have been taken right out of Wilco’s book. Quite fitting given the two bands come from the same city.

Soft Will is out June 25th via Mom+Pop.

1. Original post: Smith Westerns – 3am Spiritual

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Song: Smith Westerns - 3am Spiritual [download here]

About two months ago we picked up the first new single from Chicago-based indie rock band Smith Westerns, titled “Varsity.” Today, the band unveiled the second track off their upcoming album Soft Will: “3am Spiritual.”

The song takes a relatively inoffensive indie rock approach, keeping a steady and predictable first 3 minutes. Then comes the bridge (boy do I love a good bridge!) — providing a little over a minute of music that could have been taken right out of Wilco’s book. Quite fitting given the two bands come from the same city.

Soft Will is out June 25th via Mom+Pop.

1. Original post: Smith Westerns – 3am Spiritual

2. Posted in: indie rock, real estate, wilco, girls, Wavves

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/smith-westerns-3am-spiritual/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/everything-everything-dont-try/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/everything-everything-dont-try/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 14:15:40 +0000 Jason Grishkoff http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79809

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Sounds like: Alt-J, Wild Beasts

Song: Everything Everything - Don't Try [download here]

Though around since 2007, Everything Everything burst onto the scene less than a year ago with their catchy experimental tune “Cough Cough.” Drawing comparisons to Alt-J and Wild Beasts, they went on to release the somewhat successful Arc, which included tracks such as “Duet” and “Kemosabe.”

“Don’t Try” is the closing track on the album, and was released this morning as the band’s latest single. The song comes as part of a promotion of the band’s upcoming tour schedule, which includes stops at The Great Escape, Field Day, Latitude, Glastonbury and Isle of Wight.

Full details can be found here.

1. Original post: Everything Everything – Don’t Try

2. Posted in: indie rock, experimental, bloc party, Wild Beasts, alt j

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Sounds like: Alt-J, Wild Beasts

Song: Everything Everything - Don't Try [download here]

Though around since 2007, Everything Everything burst onto the scene less than a year ago with their catchy experimental tune “Cough Cough.” Drawing comparisons to Alt-J and Wild Beasts, they went on to release the somewhat successful Arc, which included tracks such as “Duet” and “Kemosabe.”

“Don’t Try” is the closing track on the album, and was released this morning as the band’s latest single. The song comes as part of a promotion of the band’s upcoming tour schedule, which includes stops at The Great Escape, Field Day, Latitude, Glastonbury and Isle of Wight.

Full details can be found here.

1. Original post: Everything Everything – Don’t Try

2. Posted in: indie rock, experimental, bloc party, Wild Beasts, alt j

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Sounds like: Giraffage, Aeropsia, Nonagon

Song: James Blake - Retrograde (Mist Glider & Tree Remix) [download here]

Holy guacamole, Batman! Santa Cruz-based Mist Glider is not messing around with these remixes. When he approached me at the end of March to premiere his take on XXYYXX’s “About You,” I was blown away with what he and fellow Bay Area producer Aeropsia had crafted together. I love that track, and so now I just feel spoiled to premiere Mist Glider’s newest remix.

He’s teamed up with San Francisco producer Tree to deliver an ambitious rework of James Blake’s “Retrograde.” I can’t say that I’m the biggest fan of the original track, which received considerable attention from the blogosphere when it first debuted. Maybe I just haven’t given James Blake and his new album enough of a chance. Mist Glider and Tree do a wonderful job retaining the emotion of the original, while adding even more of a hip-hop edge to the production.

Grab a free download of Mist Glider and Tree’s take on “Retrograde” over at SoundCloud.

1. Original post: James Blake – Retrograde (Mist Glider & Tree Remix)

2. Posted in: Electronic, experimental, dance, bass, James Blake

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Sounds like: Giraffage, Aeropsia, Nonagon

Song: James Blake - Retrograde (Mist Glider & Tree Remix) [download here]

Holy guacamole, Batman! Santa Cruz-based Mist Glider is not messing around with these remixes. When he approached me at the end of March to premiere his take on XXYYXX’s “About You,” I was blown away with what he and fellow Bay Area producer Aeropsia had crafted together. I love that track, and so now I just feel spoiled to premiere Mist Glider’s newest remix.

He’s teamed up with San Francisco producer Tree to deliver an ambitious rework of James Blake’s “Retrograde.” I can’t say that I’m the biggest fan of the original track, which received considerable attention from the blogosphere when it first debuted. Maybe I just haven’t given James Blake and his new album enough of a chance. Mist Glider and Tree do a wonderful job retaining the emotion of the original, while adding even more of a hip-hop edge to the production.

Grab a free download of Mist Glider and Tree’s take on “Retrograde” over at SoundCloud.

1. Original post: James Blake – Retrograde (Mist Glider & Tree Remix)

2. Posted in: Electronic, experimental, dance, bass, James Blake

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Sounds like: Interpol, Frightened Rabbit, Arcade Fire

Song: The National - Don't Swallow The Cap [download here]

Today The National release their new album Trouble Will Find Me in the UK. A full stream has been available to preview iTunes for the last week or so, and I must say that if you’re a fan of the band, this is definitely an album you should go out and get.

While some of my favorite tracks are not yet available on Soundcloud (the instrumentals on “Fireproof” stand out in particular), I figured I’d feature what’s available: in this case, the third track titled “Don’t Swallow The Cap.”

Follow this link to grab your copy (available in the US tomorrow).

1. Original post: The National – Don’t Swallow The Cap

2. Posted in: indie rock, the national, interpol, arcade fire

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Sounds like: Interpol, Frightened Rabbit, Arcade Fire

Song: The National - Don't Swallow The Cap [download here]

Today The National release their new album Trouble Will Find Me in the UK. A full stream has been available to preview iTunes for the last week or so, and I must say that if you’re a fan of the band, this is definitely an album you should go out and get.

While some of my favorite tracks are not yet available on Soundcloud (the instrumentals on “Fireproof” stand out in particular), I figured I’d feature what’s available: in this case, the third track titled “Don’t Swallow The Cap.”

Follow this link to grab your copy (available in the US tomorrow).

1. Original post: The National – Don’t Swallow The Cap

2. Posted in: indie rock, the national, interpol, arcade fire

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/the-national-dont-swallow-the-cap/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/katy-b-katy-on-a-mission-captain-planet-remix/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/katy-b-katy-on-a-mission-captain-planet-remix/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:40 +0000 Dwayne http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79678

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Sounds like: Ed Solo, Deekline, Fat Freddy's Drop

Song: Katy B - Katy On a Mission (Captain Planet Remix) [download here]

A reggae or bashment remix of a pop classic is always a nice recipe for summer parties and festivals, perfectly walking the fine line between mass appeal and actually worth listening to.

Los Angeles producer Captain Planet‘s version of Katy B’s “Katy On a Mission” is a perfect recipe for summer. Sticking Katy B’s ubiquitous vocals over a horn assisted reggae beat creates a sound that will perfectly soundtrack any barbecue or yard party this summer!

Grab a copy free here.

1. Original post: Katy B – Katy On a Mission (Captain Planet Remix)

2. Posted in: female vocalist, pop, reggae, dub, charli xcx

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Sounds like: Ed Solo, Deekline, Fat Freddy's Drop

Song: Katy B - Katy On a Mission (Captain Planet Remix) [download here]

A reggae or bashment remix of a pop classic is always a nice recipe for summer parties and festivals, perfectly walking the fine line between mass appeal and actually worth listening to.

Los Angeles producer Captain Planet‘s version of Katy B’s “Katy On a Mission” is a perfect recipe for summer. Sticking Katy B’s ubiquitous vocals over a horn assisted reggae beat creates a sound that will perfectly soundtrack any barbecue or yard party this summer!

Grab a copy free here.

1. Original post: Katy B – Katy On a Mission (Captain Planet Remix)

2. Posted in: female vocalist, pop, reggae, dub, charli xcx

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/katy-b-katy-on-a-mission-captain-planet-remix/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/kelsea-little-blue-feather/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/kelsea-little-blue-feather/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 11:37:53 +0000 Christiana Bartolini http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79603

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Sounds like: Regina Spektor, Joanna Newsom, She & Him

Song: Kelsea Little - Blue Feather [download here]

Here’s a nice little gem for all you folk pop lovers. Kelsea Little’s single “Blue Feather” is honest and clever while maintaining a beautiful instrumental arrangement.

The song starts off sweet and acoustic, and soon thereafter, Kelsea’s powerful vocals come in with the accompaniment of what sounds like a sizeable and very talented orchestra. While the set up may be traditional, their style is quite the opposite. There’s a slight off-kilter feel to this song at times, and then at other times you’re swarmed with luscious strings. “Blue Feather” has some very unique qualities to it indeed.

You should hear the rest of Kelsea Little’s album, Personal Myth, if you’re jonesing for some new and refreshing sophisticated folk pop.

1. Original post: Kelsea Little – Blue Feather

2. Posted in: female vocalist, folk, acoustic, folk-pop, indie folk

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Sounds like: Regina Spektor, Joanna Newsom, She & Him

Song: Kelsea Little - Blue Feather [download here]

Here’s a nice little gem for all you folk pop lovers. Kelsea Little’s single “Blue Feather” is honest and clever while maintaining a beautiful instrumental arrangement.

The song starts off sweet and acoustic, and soon thereafter, Kelsea’s powerful vocals come in with the accompaniment of what sounds like a sizeable and very talented orchestra. While the set up may be traditional, their style is quite the opposite. There’s a slight off-kilter feel to this song at times, and then at other times you’re swarmed with luscious strings. “Blue Feather” has some very unique qualities to it indeed.

You should hear the rest of Kelsea Little’s album, Personal Myth, if you’re jonesing for some new and refreshing sophisticated folk pop.

1. Original post: Kelsea Little – Blue Feather

2. Posted in: female vocalist, folk, acoustic, folk-pop, indie folk

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/kelsea-little-blue-feather/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/when-saints-go-machine-iodine/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/when-saints-go-machine-iodine/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 11:35:45 +0000 Kavit Sumud http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79696

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Sounds like: Ghostpoet, Ta-ku, Flume

Song: When Saints Go Machine - Iodine [download here]

Recently, a friend asked me if the new direction that When Saints Go Machine are taking made me throw any shade their way. And I thought, “How in any multiverse could it? They’re taking everything that made my favorite track by them (and eleventh favorite song of all time), “Fail Forever,” and extrapolating its essence out into a full LP.”

“Fail Forever“ is a song with a deep, inherent loneliness that never played weak. It’s lyrics and video inspire me endlessly, making its way into some of the cinematographic methods for a movie I’m soundtracking/writing.

New single “Iodine” plays right to my muse. It’s the kind of track made for solitary, urban wanderers that don’t dare to admit to (but swirl endlessly within) their own darkness. The beats bring a swagger to your heavy footsteps and girds your heart against the whips of the winds of a Danish winter. Lyrics are everything on this song, but you might need a guide, so read them here.

If you’re as big a fan as I am, you can preorder the new album on iTunes.

1. Original post: When Saints Go Machine – Iodine

2. Posted in: electro pop, synth-pop, synthwave, flume, synthpop

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Sounds like: Ghostpoet, Ta-ku, Flume

Song: When Saints Go Machine - Iodine [download here]

Recently, a friend asked me if the new direction that When Saints Go Machine are taking made me throw any shade their way. And I thought, “How in any multiverse could it? They’re taking everything that made my favorite track by them (and eleventh favorite song of all time), “Fail Forever,” and extrapolating its essence out into a full LP.”

“Fail Forever“ is a song with a deep, inherent loneliness that never played weak. It’s lyrics and video inspire me endlessly, making its way into some of the cinematographic methods for a movie I’m soundtracking/writing.

New single “Iodine” plays right to my muse. It’s the kind of track made for solitary, urban wanderers that don’t dare to admit to (but swirl endlessly within) their own darkness. The beats bring a swagger to your heavy footsteps and girds your heart against the whips of the winds of a Danish winter. Lyrics are everything on this song, but you might need a guide, so read them here.

If you’re as big a fan as I am, you can preorder the new album on iTunes.

1. Original post: When Saints Go Machine – Iodine

2. Posted in: electro pop, synth-pop, synthwave, flume, synthpop

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/when-saints-go-machine-iodine/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/coultrain-gem-iza-jewel/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/coultrain-gem-iza-jewel/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 11:00:38 +0000 sweeneykovar http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79648

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Sounds like: Bilal, Solange, Sa-Ra

Song: Coultrain - Gem Iza Jewel [download here]

We’ve shared some of Coultrain’s anachronistic appeal on the Shuffle before; the singer-songwriter’s sounds are from a time generations ago. His Plug Research debut LP dropped recently, and he’s not letting up any steam.

Teaming up with frequent collaborator Knny Frsh, Coultrain releases a video for the latest of his LP, “Gem Iza Jewel.” URB premiered the video for the album track off Jungle Mumbo Jumbo, and offer further insight:

“KNNY FRSH of Frsh Slcts collaborated with Coultrain on the piece and states, “A Gem Iza Jewel” is the first in a trio of interpretative videos from Jungle Mumbo Jumbo.  For this initial installment, we focused on themes of mysticism, the enchantment of women & the illusion of ownership, through a performance piece done in just three shots using only two actors.  See if you can unravel the magic….’

Magic indeed.  The video is steeped in the history and texture of vintage ‘trick films’ that exist as the backbone of early film history.  The video masterfully weaves an enchanting and thought provoking conversation using the historical vision of folks like Georges Méliès, the Lumière Brothers, and Harry Houdini with some of etherial air of the current soul movement.  There is a strange feeling of self-discovery not only in the viewer’s interaction with the piece, but also within the performance contained within.  Perfectly capturing the mood of Coultrain’s arrangements and haunting vocals, it is the perfect ‘pledge’ before he reveals the ‘turn’ in the second video of the series.”

1. Original post: Coultrain – Gem Iza Jewel

2. Posted in: soul, neo-soul, bilal, plug research, solange

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Sounds like: Bilal, Solange, Sa-Ra

Song: Coultrain - Gem Iza Jewel [download here]

We’ve shared some of Coultrain’s anachronistic appeal on the Shuffle before; the singer-songwriter’s sounds are from a time generations ago. His Plug Research debut LP dropped recently, and he’s not letting up any steam.

Teaming up with frequent collaborator Knny Frsh, Coultrain releases a video for the latest of his LP, “Gem Iza Jewel.” URB premiered the video for the album track off Jungle Mumbo Jumbo, and offer further insight:

“KNNY FRSH of Frsh Slcts collaborated with Coultrain on the piece and states, “A Gem Iza Jewel” is the first in a trio of interpretative videos from Jungle Mumbo Jumbo.  For this initial installment, we focused on themes of mysticism, the enchantment of women & the illusion of ownership, through a performance piece done in just three shots using only two actors.  See if you can unravel the magic….’

Magic indeed.  The video is steeped in the history and texture of vintage ‘trick films’ that exist as the backbone of early film history.  The video masterfully weaves an enchanting and thought provoking conversation using the historical vision of folks like Georges Méliès, the Lumière Brothers, and Harry Houdini with some of etherial air of the current soul movement.  There is a strange feeling of self-discovery not only in the viewer’s interaction with the piece, but also within the performance contained within.  Perfectly capturing the mood of Coultrain’s arrangements and haunting vocals, it is the perfect ‘pledge’ before he reveals the ‘turn’ in the second video of the series.”

1. Original post: Coultrain – Gem Iza Jewel

2. Posted in: soul, neo-soul, bilal, plug research, solange

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Sounds like: Sondre Lerche, Surfer Blood, Beach Fossils

Song: Mac DeMarco - Freaking Out The Neighborhood [download here]

So the dude giving us one of the most epic peace signs in the picture to the upper left is Mac DeMarco, a 23-years-young Canadian-born musician. As good as he is at splitting that index and middle finger to form the universal greeting, he’s even better at plucking an electric guitar and singing us some terminally chill vibes.

I first heard “Freaking Out The Neighborhood” during my daily stroll through the interwebs last week. While browsing GQ.com, I came across this video, and was immediately drawn to the song. When Mac DeMarco came up in the credits, I had to know more.

One of the most hilariously awesome things I found out about DeMarco is the genres used to describe his music: off-kilter pop, lazy rock, jizz jazz, and indie jangle. Adding to the awesomeness, my man still uses the guitar he bought for thirty Canadian dollars when he was 16 years old. Now that’s some bang for your buck!

Do yourself a favor and check out this curious young man’s music as well as his Twitter.

1. Original post: Mac DeMarco – Freaking Out The Neighborhood

2. Posted in: indie rock, lo-fi, surf rock, psychedelic rock, beach fossils

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Sounds like: Sondre Lerche, Surfer Blood, Beach Fossils

Song: Mac DeMarco - Freaking Out The Neighborhood [download here]

So the dude giving us one of the most epic peace signs in the picture to the upper left is Mac DeMarco, a 23-years-young Canadian-born musician. As good as he is at splitting that index and middle finger to form the universal greeting, he’s even better at plucking an electric guitar and singing us some terminally chill vibes.

I first heard “Freaking Out The Neighborhood” during my daily stroll through the interwebs last week. While browsing GQ.com, I came across this video, and was immediately drawn to the song. When Mac DeMarco came up in the credits, I had to know more.

One of the most hilariously awesome things I found out about DeMarco is the genres used to describe his music: off-kilter pop, lazy rock, jizz jazz, and indie jangle. Adding to the awesomeness, my man still uses the guitar he bought for thirty Canadian dollars when he was 16 years old. Now that’s some bang for your buck!

Do yourself a favor and check out this curious young man’s music as well as his Twitter.

1. Original post: Mac DeMarco – Freaking Out The Neighborhood

2. Posted in: indie rock, lo-fi, surf rock, psychedelic rock, beach fossils

3. Find more music on Indie Shuffle's Indie Music Blog. ]]> http://www.indieshuffle.com/mac-demarco-freaking-out-the-neighborhood/feed/ 0 http://www.indieshuffle.com/matthew-koma-one-night-vicetone-remix/ http://www.indieshuffle.com/matthew-koma-one-night-vicetone-remix/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 08:53:43 +0000 Jason Grishkoff http://www.indieshuffle.com/?p=79764

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Sounds like: Afrojack, Alesso, Calvin Harris

Song: Matthew Koma - One Night (Vicetone Remix) [download here]

I just spent a month living in Amsterdam, and not once did it cross my radar that Vicetone were from a city nearby called Groningen. Perhaps that’s because we’ve never actually featured them on Indie Shuffle, even though for me, their name is totally familiar.

So in light of that, it’s high time we give them their debut on the website. And what better way than with their progressive house remix of Matthew Koma’s “One Night.”

The original song – driven by poppy synth work and Matthew’s fun.-esque vocals — actually managed to hit #12 on the charts in Ukraine, of all places. It’s definitely a bit cookie cutter, but works well intertwined with house twist added by Vicetone.

The official remix will be available in the United States on May 21st, but those of you in Europe can grab it on iTunes now.

1. Original post: Matthew Koma – One Night (Vicetone Remix)

2. Posted in: electronic remixes, progressive house, avicii, alesso, afrojack

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Sounds like: Afrojack, Alesso, Calvin Harris

Song: Matthew Koma - One Night (Vicetone Remix) [download here]

I just spent a month living in Amsterdam, and not once did it cross my radar that Vicetone were from a city nearby called Groningen. Perhaps that’s because we’ve never actually featured them on Indie Shuffle, even though for me, their name is totally familiar.

So in light of that, it’s high time we give them their debut on the website. And what better way than with their progressive house remix of Matthew Koma’s “One Night.”

The original song – driven by poppy synth work and Matthew’s fun.-esque vocals — actually managed to hit #12 on the charts in Ukraine, of all places. It’s definitely a bit cookie cutter, but works well intertwined with house twist added by Vicetone.

The official remix will be available in the United States on May 21st, but those of you in Europe can grab it on iTunes now.

1. Original post: Matthew Koma – One Night (Vicetone Remix)

2. Posted in: electronic remixes, progressive house, avicii, alesso, afrojack

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