October 17, 2011 · 10:19 am

Fedde Le Grand Remixes Coldplay’s “Paradise”

With 4 number one records, countless stellar remixes, a host of breath-taking videos and 3 non-stop world tours, 2011 will go down as Fedde Le Grand’s most productive and successful year to date! In saying that however, the Dutchman has still saved the very best for last – because his undeniably luscious remix of Coldplay’s stunning “Paradise” plucked straight from the forthcoming album Mylo Xyloto, is finally upon us!
Already a huge fan of Coldplay, and having knocked up his own private edits of various masterpieces such as “Clocks” (yes, the whole world wanted that one), Fedde now officially steps up to the remix plate with what is an emotive, driving, goose-bump inducing masterpiece. Le Grand’s flawless production combined with Chris Martin’s impeccable ability to deliver the most renowned vocal make this Fedde Le Grand’s best work yet, fact!
Having premiered on Pete Tong’s radio show on Friday 14th October and with full support from Coldplay over the weekend, “Paradise” gets it’s PRE-RELEASE today!
“Paradise” is available on Toolroom Records and exclusively at Beatport. The record is not only set to be a hit at this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event, where Fedde performs at both the DJMag Top 100 party and his own Annual Takeover Event; it bears the all the hallmarks of becoming another world-wide blockbuster!
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October 14, 2011 · 9:10 am

New Video: SafetySuit – “Let Go”

Nashville-based SafetySuit has just revealed the new video for “Let Go.” It’s the latest single from the forthcoming album set to release early next year.

Coming off the heels of their 2008 release, Life Left To Go and hit single “Stay” (which garnered the band the coveted “You Oughta Know” spot on VH1), the Universal Republic signed pop-rockers have continued to hone their fun and playful energy into a downright hookfest of arena ready rock anthems.

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October 13, 2011 · 1:15 pm

Tegan and Sara – Get Along

Beloved Canadian pop-rock icons Tegan and Sara will release a very special DVD/CD package, entitled Get Along, on Warner Bros. Records on November 15th, 2011.

Get Along is a collection of three films and a live album that offers viewers a rare and intimate look into the lives of widely celebrated songwriters, performers, and musicians Tegan and Sara Quin. The first film, States, is a 30-minute documentary that uses American touring footage and interviews with Tegan and Sara as a backdrop to illuminate their early career beginnings and unique connection with their fanbase. The second film, India, is a 25-minute documentary shot during Tegan and Sara’s first-ever tour of India, using interview footage with Tegan, Sara, and a cast of family and friends to chronicle diverse reflections on road life. The third film, For The Most Part, is a 70-minute stripped-down studio concert, shot before a live audience of 75 fans, friends, and family over two days at The Warehouse Studios in Vancouver, BC.

Get Along will come in three configurations. The first is a standard DVD/CD that includes States, India, and For The Most Part, plus an audio CD of the 15 live tracks on the DVD (see below for track-listing). The second is a Direct-to-Consumer piece that includes the three films and live concert audio, plus three signed lithographs, two digital instant grat tracks (live versions of “Back In Your Head” and “Wake Up Exhausted”) that will be delivered upon pre-order at teganandsara.com, and two digital bonus tracks (the previously unreleased “Northshore” Chuck Brody Remix and a live version of “I Bet It Stung”) that will be delivered on November 15th. iTunes versions of Get Along will also be available via the digital retailer, with the CD component available in the Music Store and the DVD component available separately in the Movie Store.

Get Along is now available for pre-order at teganandsara.com. Stay tuned to the site for information about upcoming screenings of the films, plus very special Q&A sessions with Tegan and Sara to be held in November.

The tracklisting for Get Along is as follows:

Alligator
I Know I Know I Know
Monday Monday Monday
I Hear Noises
Night Watch
Back In Your Head
Divided
Call It Off
Relief Next to Me
The Ocean
Nineteen
Knife Going In
Not With You
I Won’t Be Left
Sentimental Tune

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October 13, 2011 · 1:07 pm

New Album: Juan Maclean – “Everybody Get Close”

 

Since the release of  2009’s The Future Will Come, John “Juan” Maclean has stayed quite busy remixing artists like Chairlift, Matthew Dear, The Tough Alliance and forthcoming remixes for Yoko Ono and Stevie Nicks. He’s also appeared on both the Holy Ghost! Static on the Wire! EP (shredding guitar solo!) and took front man duties on Shit Robot’s “Grim Receiver”. Juan Maclean is now gearing up for the October 25th release of Everybody Get Close on DFA Records. The digital only album features previously released outtakes and re-mastered tracks as well as remixes from some of his most talented colleagues. For an early taste of the record, you can listen where it is streaming on SPIN.com all week.

Stream album: Juan Maclean – Everybody Get Close

Interspersed among the eleven songs are five that originally appeared on Find A Way, an EP only previously available at Juan Maclean live shows. “Find A Way” opens the record with call-and-response vocals from Maclean and bandmate Nancy Whang atop an electronic pop base, followed by “Let’s Talk About Me,” which bounds blissfully throughout. “Deviant Device” is laden with dubby percussion and echo-drenched synths reminiscent of Basic Channel. “X2” offers up wide hall of house and robotized vocals. Short and sweet track “The Robot” is filled with mechanical sounds and extraterrestrial noises. “Feel So Good,” from the DJ-Kicks compilation also features vocals from Whang and is built on a rolling loop and an indefatigable beat provided by late drummer Jerry Fuchs. Japanese bonus track “When I Am With You” leisurely moves along on a relaxing romantic groove. Album closer and title track “Everybody Get Close” has mechanical vocals and funky synth bleats that show faint traces of major influences like Zapp and S.O.S. band, respectively.

Juan Maclean and Nancy Whang have begun work on The Juan Maclean’s 3rd LP for DFA Records. In the meantime the digital compilation Everybody Get Close, serves as a handy compilation and welcome reminder of the music Juan Maclean has contributed to both the dance and indie community. It also can only hint at what might come next from the chameleon-like Juan Maclean.

Download: Juan Maclean – “Find a Way”

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October 13, 2011 · 11:05 am

2012 Winter Music Conference

Winter Music Conference (WMC) opened its 2012 season in South Florida today with the announcement of the Winter Music Conference 2012 dates. This will be the 27th annual program for what is largely regarded as the pre-eminent platform on the global music industry calendar for launching new music, technology and trends. Winter Music Conference Week 2012 happens March 16 – 25, 2012 in Miami Beach, Florida.

For 2012, WMC plans to further enhance the WMC experience by delivering ten non-stop days of music programming in Miami Beach and Miami. This expansion will wrap the program week with two full weekends of parties and events. WMC Co-founder, Bill Kelly, explains, “Expanding the WMC dates was an easy decision given the high demand of artists, businesses and industry delegates. Miami Beach and the greater Miami area boast some of the most celebrated event and club venues as well as the hotels and resorts that comprise South Beach’s famed Art Deco District. Hotels, restaurants, cafes, shops and every sort of possible entertainment venue are filled to capacity during WMC Week to the point where five days just wasn’t enough.”

Here’s what I’m quite excited about:

New for 2012, WMC will be unveiling correlated segments of its industry program dedicated to music and fashion on its opening weekend and indie rock meets electronica programming under the WMC Rocks header on the closing weekend, in addition to its standard programming and events.

Winter Music Conference 2012

  • Music Meets Fashion: March 16 – 17, 2012
  • DJ Sets, Live Performances & Parties: March 16 – 25, 2012
  • WMC Music Industry Program: March 19 – 24, 2012
  • WMC Trade Show & Exhibits: March 19 – 20, 2012
  • Art & Record Collectors Show: March 24, 2012
  • WMC Rocks: March 23 – 25, 2012
  • Club & Poolside Events: March 16 – 25, 2012

Currently the WMC industry badge is being offered at a promotional Early Registration rate of $275 (over 40% off the Walk-Up rate) until October 26th, 2011. Registration includes access to panels, seminars, featured Q & A’s, the 27th Annual IDMAs, WMC official poolside events, South Beach Sessions, Record Collectors Show, WMC Rocks, trade show & exhibits, workshops (with the exception of the Remixing and Editing Workshops), DJ Spin-Offs, VJ Challenge as well as complimentary or reduced admission to WMC official and sanctioned events for the full ten days of programming.

Marketing opportunities are currently discounted by 30% through December 16, 2011. The WMC registration office and housing bureau is currently open at www.WinterMusicConference.com. WMC is also accepting applications, inquiries and requests for panels and workshops, DJ Spin Off, VJ Challenge, showcasing and events.

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October 10, 2011 · 11:15 am

Fatboy Slim vs. Moguai

He’s recently returned from a jam-packed Asian tour, he’s been churning out quality remixes for A-list superstars on what seems like a daily basis, and he is currently putting the finishing touches on his latest artist album for Mau5trap. But why would the unrelenting Moguai stop there?
Not one to rest on his laurels, the German dynamo has decided to step up his game yet another notch, this time re-working one of Fatboy Slim’s all-time big beat classics, “Ya Mama”! Staying true to Norman Cook’s original iconic vocal samples throughout, Moguai puts his own vigorous spin on proceedings, transforming Slim’s masterpiece into a frenetic, five minute bass-infused monster, to all but guarantee the masses will be “shaking what their mama gave them” till the wee hours. It’s out NOW, exclusively at Beatport!
Listen to the teaser at Soundcloud: click here

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October 7, 2011 · 1:22 pm

Free Download: Misfits – “Twilight of the Dead”

Punk rock legends the Misfits have released The Devil’s Rain, the band’s first album in nearly a decade!  It was produced by Ed Stasium, who’s credits include the Ramones’ Road to Ruin and Too Tough to Die, as well as the Misfits’ 1999 release Famous Monsters.  Celebrating the occasion, they’ve release a free mp3 for one of the album’s tracks, “Twilight of the Dead.”

The Devil’s Rain packaging is designed to emulate a CD sized gatefold LP, featuring some incredible new Misfits portraits shot by the iconic Mick Rock.  It also showcases a jaw-dropping, two-panel front/back cover painting featuring the rebirth of the band’s iconic “Fiend” mascot in an epic setting rendered by Arthur Suydam (known for his immensely popular work on the Marvel Zombies series, among others).

The band’s current lineup – consisting of founding member Jerry Only on vocals/bass, Black Flag alum Dez Cadena, and drummer Eric “Chupacabra” Arce – just kicked off an extensive US tour.  For both fans of their classics and newcomers discovering the band for the very first time, The Devil’s Rain embodies the ferocity and melody that have made the Misfits omnipresent and immortal.  One thing is certain, The Misfits are here to stay and every day is Halloween.

Download: Misfits – “Twilight of the Dead”

Misfits Tour Dates:
(All dates w/JuiceheaD as direct support except *)

10/04:  W. HOLLYWOOD, CA @ HOUSE OF BLUES
10/05:  TUCSON, AZ @ THE RIALTO THEATRE
10/06:  LAS VEGAS, NV @ HOUSE OF BLUES
10/07:  SCOTTSDALE, AZ @ THE VENUE OF SCOTTSDALE
10/08:  ALBUQUERQUE, NM @ HISTORIC EL REY THEATER
10/09:  DENVER, CO @ SUMMIT MUSIC HALL
10/10:  ASPEN, CO @ BELLY UP
10/14:  POUGHKEEPSIE, NY @ THE CHANCE
10/15:  AUBURN, ME @ CLUB TEXAS
10/16:  DANVERS, MA @ THE PALACE BALLROOM
10/18:  ASHEVILLE, NC @ THE ORANGE PEEL
10/19:  MURFREESBORO, TN @ GILLIGAN’S
10/20:  NEWPORT, KY @ THE HISTORIC SOUTHGATE HOUSE
10/21:  CLEVELAND, OH @ PEABODY’S
10/22:  DETROIT, MI @ HARPOS
10/23:  JOLIET, IL @ MOJOE’S
10/25:  ROCHESTER, NEW YORK @ MONTAGE MUSIC HALL
10/26:  TORONTO, ON @ PHOENIX CONCERT THEATRE
10/28:  SAYREVILLE, NJ @ STARLAND BALLROOM
10/29:  TOLEDO, OH @ THE OMNI
10/31:  NEW YORK, NY@ B.B. KINGS
11/03:  TOWSON, MD @ RECHER THEATRE
11/04:  ALLENTOWN, PA @ CROCODILE ROCK
11/05:  CLIFTON PARK, NY @ NORTHERN LIGHTS
11/06:  SPRINGFIELD, VA @ JAXX
11/07:  RICHMOND, VA @ ALLEY KATZ
11/09:  MOBILE, AL @ SOUL KITCHEN MUSIC HALL*
11/10:  HOUSTON, TX @ STEREO LIVE
11/11:  OKLAHOMA CITY, OK @ THE ROXY
11/12:  SAN ANTONIO, TX @ BACKSTAGE LIVE OUTDOORS
11/14:  DALLAS, TX @ TREES
11/17:  ORLANDO, FL @ FIRESTONE LIVE
11/18:  FT. LAUDERDALE, FL @ CULTURE ROOM
11/19:  DAYTONA BEACH, FL @ SICKBOYS
11/20:  PENSACOLA, FL @ VINYL MUSIC HALL

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October 6, 2011 · 2:49 pm

Video: MUTEMATH – Blood Pressure

Rock innovators MUTEMATH have been selected as VH1’s “You Oughta Know” artist for the month of November. Launched in 2004, VH1’s “You Oughta Know” program introduces promising new artists on the rise to VH1’s base of music lovers. Many “You Oughta Know” artists have gone on to win industry awards and accolades including “Best New Artist” Grammy Awards and nominations.  This highly acclaimed franchise has helped break artists such as Adele, Bruno Mars, The Civil Wars, Foster The People, The Fray, Grace Potter and The Nocturnals, James Blunt, Mumford & Sons, Sara Bareilles, Regina Spektor and many, many others.

The Grammy-nominated band released their new album Odd Soul October 4, 2011 on Teleprompt/Warner Bros. Records.   MUTEMATH celebrated with a release day performance of the first single off Odd Soul, “Blood Pressure” on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Watch here.

The video for “Blood Pressure,” which is climbing the charts at Alternative Radio, premiered last week on all of the MTV channels. MUTEMATH, who received a “Best Short Form Music Video” Grammy Award nomination in 2007 for their single “Typical,” conceived, coordinated and shot the “Blood Pressure” clip in less than 24 hours. It was edited entirely by drummer Darren King.

“Blood Pressure” and Odd Soul are already receiving critical praise. The NY Post called the track “fantastic” and Alternative Press praised the album as “brimming with raw, bluesy riffs and psychedelic guitar squeals…MUTEMATH explore emotional depths both sonically and lyrically, bringing a new sense of urgency to their music. 4 ½ stars.” The New Orleans band is currently previewing songs off the album on a headlining tour.

MUTEMATH headlining tour dates:

  • 09/07           Charleston, SC -The Pour House
  • 09/08           Greenville, SC – The Handlebar
  • 09/09           Columbia, SC -New Brookland Tavern
  • 09/10           Athens, GA – 40 Watt
  • 09/12           Raleigh, NC – The Pour House
  • 09/13           Wilmington, NC – The Soapbox
  • 09/15           Richmond, VA – Canal Club
  • 09/16           Charlottesville, VA – The Southern
  • 09/17           Poughkeepsie, NY – The Loft
  • 09/18           Hartford, CT – Webster Underground
  • 09/20           Providence, RI – The Met
  • 09/22           Buffalo, NY – Mohawk Place
  • 09/23           Burlington, VT – Higher Ground
  • 09/24           Albany, NY – Pearl Palooza (WEQX)
  • 09/25           Cleveland, OH – The Grog Shop
  • 09/27           Ann Arbor, MI -The Blind Pig
  • 09/29           Lansing, MI – The Loft
  • 09/30           Milwaukee, WI – The Rave Bar
  • 10/01           Des Moines, IA – Vaudeville, Mews
  • 10/02           Lawrence, KS – Bottleneck
  • 10/07           Oklahoma, City, OK -The Conservatory
  • 10/08           Waco, TX – Common Ground
  • 10/09           San Antonio, TX – Endless Music
  • 10/11           Little Rock, AK – Revolution Music Room
  • 10/12           Memphis, TN – Hi-Tone
  • 10/14           Baton Rough, LA – Chelsea’s
  • 10/16           Pensacola, FL – Deluna Fest
  • 10/17           Jacksonville, FL – Jack Rabbit’s
  • 10/19           Knoxville, TN – The Square Room
  • 10/20           Birmingham, AL -Workplay Theatre
  • 10/21            New Orleans, LA – One Eyed Jacks

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October 6, 2011 · 9:43 am

Video: Capital Cities – Safe and Sound

This video is super cool. Love all the dancing.

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October 4, 2011 · 9:57 am

Cheer’s Music Fest Sweepstakes!!!

Enter to win an awesome trip for 4 days/3 nights in Austin, TX for their biggest music festival. Includes round-trip plane tix, hotel accommodations and Music Badges! Oh…and you get to pick someone super lucky to be your sidekick through it all!

Entering the sweeps is super simple: all you need to do is head over to Cheer’s Facebook page (http://on.fb.me/CheerAustin), upload a picture of yourself wearing colorful stuff, and voila! You’re entered. Enter soon, as the sweepstakes ends October 17.

 

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