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Diesler
November 26th, 2010 by Sjoerd
Beats // Latin // Soul
Jonathan Radford a.k.a. Diesler creates vibes that make you want to move. The sounds are warm and full of rhythm, hence the title of his previous album The Rhythm Station (on Freestyle Records). The warmness of Diesler #8217;s sound is reflected by a clear influence of latin music, with some beats and twists added for good measure, all keeping a positive and fresh style, to which another album title is testament: Keepie Uppies (on Tru Throughts). He is also one of the masterminds behind retro-funk outfit Laura Vane #038; the Vipertones. There is certainly a lot of music out there by this producer, but let us first point our attention to this summer #8217;s Tie Breakers, released on Social Beats / Unique Records. Check it out for yourself with album track #8220;Deepest Cuba #8221; and the reggae remix dub of #8220;Samba Magic #8221;, reworked by Grant Phabao.
Positive vibes for your mind.
Diesler - Deepest Cuba
Diesler vs Grant Phabao - Reggae Magic (dub)
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Fallulah
November 17th, 2010 by Julija
avant-pop // glam folk-pop
By the end of 2010, it’s safe to say that British female-fronted pop projects strongly dominated the year #8217;s musical landscape. Florence Welch’s charming extravagance, Natasha Khan’s (Bat for Lashes) dark-ish melodies and Marina Diamandis’ sparkling pop debut received critical acclaim on both sides of the pond. Fallulah, a.k.a. Copenhagen-based Maria Apetri, certainly reflects the current musical tendencies. While her debut album The Black Cat Neighbourhood (2010) offers quirky melodies and somewhat dark, richly layered soundscapes comparable to the British diva invasion, she adds a rather unique touch of Balkan folk to her sound. The Black Cat Neighbourhood displays Fallulah’s strong songwriting skills, rich instrumentation that includes everything from folky strings, ukulele and glockenspiel to irresistible whistling and hand-claps along her expressive, distinct vocals.
Quirky and glamorous pop gems.
Fallulah - Only Human
Fallulah - Use It For Good
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Javier Dunn
November 15th, 2010 by Michelle
indie folk // singer songwriter
Javier Dunn may be an unfamiliar name to most, but the singer-songwriter has years of experience under his belt. The Los Angeles-based songwriter has been playing guitar since he was 10, put out his first full-length album in 2006, and has been playing guitar with Sara Bareilles since their days at UCLA. Despite spending an incredible amount of time on the road as part of Sara #8217;s band, he #8217;s managed to release another EP, Vessel, earlier this year. The new EP features #8220;If You Go, #8221; an folk-pop gem that is as refreshingly catchy as it is sincere. His stripped down cover of Miike Snow #8217;s #8220;Animal #8221; isn #8217;t on the EP, but remains a particular favorite of mine. Javier #8217;s take on the electropop hit highlights the plaintive lyrics without sacrificing a groove that keeps the track moving. Like, #8220;If You Go, #8221; Dunn #8217;s version of #8220;Animal #8221; is vulnerable, heartfelt and unerringly catchy. Take a listen to both tracks below and see for yourself!
Gorgeous melodies and aching lyrics.
Javier Dunn - #8220;If You Go #8221;
Javier Dunn - #8220;Animal #8221; (Miike Snow cover)
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donthink: Safe Bet
November 10th, 2010 by Kyle
A luscious and vibrant sound was my aim for this mix, titled #8216;Safe Bet #8217; because I wanted to create an introduction to downtempo / electronic music in a way that may captivate and grow interest. To subtly build an unfamiliar atmosphere and give hints of more to explore.
Classical tendencies, strings especially, sweet beats, glitchy, cinematic effects, and jazzy grooves fill the air. Mixed in 2003 while DJ #8217;ing at ErrorFM as I hoped to inspire people with new music from around the world.
donthink - Safe Bet (63min):
Xploding Plastix - Dieci
Mujaji - Siempre (Jon Kennedy Remix)
Bonobo - Change Down
Jon Kennedy - Brown Acid
Bathysphere - Where #8217;s Vicky (Quantic Mix)
Caural - Sipping Snake Blood Wine (Savath #038; Savalas Remix)
The Cinematic Orchestra - All Things To All Men ft Roots Manuva
Broadway Project - Beauty
Yenara - When Mountain Meets The Sea
A Guy Called Gerald - Humanity ft Louise Rhodes (Funkstörung Remiks)
Daedelus - Minor Detour
King Seven - Hidden
Opiate - Pk 50
Hint - Count Your Blessings (Bonobo Mix)
Florian Ross - Piano Interlude
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Madjo
October 13th, 2010 by Julija
folk // soul // french vocal
French-Senegalese chanteuse Madjo first captured my attention with “Le Monstre” back in 2009 making her debut album Trapdoor (2010) among my most anticipated albums of the year. While there is very little information about Madjo available to English speakers, she’s the new chanteuse on the rise among French music lovers. Madjo’s repertoire varies from vintage pop influences to Southern folk-blues and tender ballads, somewhat recalling Feist, Yael Naim and Okou with the subtle avant-garde touch of Camille. Une chanteuse extraordinnaire!
From acoustic simplicity to multi-layered beauty.
Madjo - Le Monstre
Madjo - Cracheur De Feu
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Aurgasm seeks to bring you an eclectic menagerie of aural pleasures. We scout out music you've never heard and deliver only the finest. Expect music curiously different, yet simply enjoyable...
Paul Irish is a music-loving, web geek in San Francisco.
Julija is a music loving artist in Seattle.
Kyle grows art on a farm in New York.
Michelle is a live music addict in Los Angeles.
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