Yes FOB, the band that pretty much wrote the soundtrack to my teen years is back and my how far they’ve come. After a bit of a hiatus they’ve announced an upcoming album and dropped this song on us. It’s very different from they’re old sound, but i’m not gonna lie i’m digging the massive sound it takes on. I’m amped to see where they go from here. Oh yeah and did I mention none other than 2 CHAINZ is featured in this video?! Madness. I love it.
In case you missed it, here is the video of the German producer Zedd performing a beautiful acoustic rendition of his song “Clarity.” Zedd shows us that not only is he skilled at producing, but that he is also a very talented pianist. Foxes’ vocals are even more beautiful live (if that’s possible) and check out the background for Alvin Risk providing some backup!
I think this occasion perfectly illustrates the ever closing gap between EDM and the mainstream music culture. It’ll be interesting to see if this leads to more DJ’s and producers pushing to get their work on network TV programs.
As a bonus, here is the official video for “Clarity” that Zedd released a few weeks back…there’s a surprise at the end if you’re patient.
Its just about that time, no not Christmas, no not New Years, but well, technically New Years I guess, because we are about to be bombarded with a slew of best of lists as well as year end mashups. Ugh, this category of music used to be pretty good, but then people started mashing too many songs together with no real purpose. Anyways, here are the two biggest mashups so far. The first is from DJ Earworm, who started this trend of year end mixes. Not gonna lie, I think this is his best one yet. The songs actually work together, the lyrics make a real song, and the transitions are wonderful. I highly advise any fan of radio music to check this one out.
Second, we have the 2012 installment of Pop Danthology, which bold informs us that it mashed up 50+ pop songs. Geez, 50+, really, and this thing is 8 minutes long? This song is a perfect example of why mashups get a bad name. One, its too long, like way too long. Also, it just doesnt sound like the same song throughout, just a bunch of minimashups strung together to make a huge one. Its not to say that this mix doesnt have its moments, but it isnt a stunning as Earworms.
If you liked these mashups, be sure to check back for Part 2, some time later this week as we highlight some of the mashups from lesser known djs. Unless the world ends and all that shit, then yah know, we’ll be dead.
Ed Sheeran has been one of my favorite artists this year and after finally releasing his debut album “+” he is blowing up! The amount of talent this guy has is ridiculous and is finally getting the attention he deserves. Today he released his music video to his hit track “Give Me Love.” This vid gives some great visuals to an incredible song. Check it out!
Alright so if you are one of the nearly 200 million people that have been introduced to PSY’s out of the world Gangnam Style video then you MUST check this out. (If not you can check the wacky video here) Candyland takes this crazy song and turns it into a pretty dope trapstep remix. With some heavy hitting basslines this track is sure to be a great addition to any party playlist.
Claiming to have made the most expensive electronic dance music video ever, Deadmau5 lived up to the expectation in this visually stunning production for his latest single “Professional Griefers”! Watch the full length video here and see what you think. Deadmau5′s “album title goes here” drops in September and is sure to be a treat for all
Alright so i’m gonna start off by giving a shoutout to the person who showed me this track, Mike aka HiCK3Y. This one comes to you from none other than KDrew, who’s been busting out some epic tracks. This one is definitely my favorite of his so far. The buildup with Taryn Manning’s amazing voice couple with that epic baseline is sure to give y’all some chills. Definitely check this one out and rage on my friends.
Oh, and peep the dope music video riiiiiiiiight here.
