MTNS

MTNS – Salvage

With only two singles under their belt, MTNS have proven themselves solid players in the ambient pop world, creating wispy melodies complemented with high octave vocals and cradled by textured and expansive low tones. It's the perfect tune to melt away into the soft light....

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That Girl With Dark Eyes, Hey Baby, Burn The City

That Girl With Dark Eyes – Hey Baby + Bonus

The other day several people started following me on Soundcloud. Since this happens infrequently I like to see who these strange people, with such discerning taste are. I am especially curious when they have more than three followers themselves. This particular investigation into the offending...

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Starcadian – HE^RT [video]

I can't tell you much about Starcadian, other than that he? they? are located in Brooklyn, just put out an album on bandcamp, and have made a video for standout "HE^RT." According to a reddit thread, the video was made for $200 with an old...

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Electric Youth – Innocence

If you have seen the movie Drive or are familiar with its soundtrack then surely you will recognize the name Electric Youth. The duo collaborated with College for the fantastic "A Real Hero" that featured prominently in the movie and on the soundtrack alike. Last year...

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Cosby – In Flight (Branded James Remix)

What do you want me to say here? I'm here to tell you that Branded James just turned out a JAM reworking Cosby's 'In Flight' into an electro dancefloor stunner. I'm not really here to tell you anything else. Just listen and turn it up. ...

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De-Lux-Band

De Lux – De Lux EP

Oh word?? Back in August, I told you about De Lux and how they were filling the major void left when LCD Soundsystem hung them up. Well, now they've got an EP that's fresh out the kitchen and I'm seriously impressed. This is how you...

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EXROYALE – Give It Up

This debut track by mystery group EXROYALE is--strangely put--alchemy: simplicity turned to gold. They've created something complex from nothing. No one is going to accuse these guys of over-producing, but no one is going to be able to get this poppy jam out of their...

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Nick D & The Believers – Throwing Stones EP

The Beatles. That's the first thought I had when I listened to Nick D & The Believers' track 'Find A Little Love'. That's kind of a big statement. I get that. But I'm just shootin' from the hip here. As you go on to listen...

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mikky-ekko

Mikky Ekko – Kids (Oliver Nelson Remix)

Well there's one thing for sure. Oliver Nelson has certainly developed a signature sound. I'm pretty sure I could pick an Oliver Nelson remix out blind. Reminds me of RAC. Not that they sound the same, but you always know when it's an RAC remix...

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