The weather kind of rules Chicagoans for about 7 grueling months out of the year. 7 long months of sheer suffering. I really don’t know how we cope. Thus, the trend of discussing the weather, continues. Here we are in April; it’s fucking cold and it’s snowing. I’m going to pretend I’m in the skin of Nick Littlemore and Luke Steele, prancing around amidst the heat of the desert in the Mexican towns of Garcia, Xilitla, and Icamole, where the video for “We Are The People“, was shot.
Empire of The Sun truly understand the meaning of creating songs that tug at your heart and your soul. “We Are The People”, is fueled by intense guitar chords, beautiful lyrics and the distinct sounds of Empire of The Sun. It’s no surprise that once the duo puts out a track, it’s quickly remixed.
Hungary’s Tits And Clits also know a thing or two about creating superb, epic music, as heard in the unofficial remix they’ve done for “We Are The People”, part of the Buffet Libre project. They’ve created an extended version and a shorter edit, which you’ll find below. Brooklyn-based, singer songwriter, Kotchy creates a unique and experimental remix, that showcases an array of sounds. Pick up his “I Have To Be High”, EP here and his latest LP, “89″, here. Visit Empire of The Sun’s merch page to pick up some more goods.
Youth is a guy from Australia who has blown me away with his remix of Sneaky Sound System’s “When We Were Young”. He has also remixed songs by Elke, Damn Arms and Panther DLX. He did the whole Australian remix tour, so to speak.
Every once in a while he posts a nice new mix on his myspace. This latest one is exceptionally beautiful and I love to listen to it at work. It makes me excited for his original tracks, which he announces to be coming out soon.
01. Pink Project – Disco Project
02. Simian Mobile Disco – I Believe (Prins Thomas Diskomiks)
03. The Love Supreme – Eminence Front
04. johnny harris – oddysey (zongamin re-edit)
05. DJ Harvey – Unknown(Black Cock Edits)
06. Max Berlin – Elle Et Moi (Joakim Remix)
07. Mock & Toof – underwater mock and toof alternative dub version
08. Willy Baxter – Placid Mind
09. Downtown Party Network – Into Your Face
10. Jeremy Olander- Blade Runner
11. The Golden Filter – Solid Gold (Russ Chimes Remix)
12. Tim Fuller – The Slightest Touch (Chicken Lips Malfuction Instrumental)
13. Bentobox – Talkback (Thinkfreak Remix)
14. Rodion – Salvelox
15. Richard Gateaux – Swalbar
16. Pet Shop Boys – That’s My Impression (Disco Mix)
17. The Presets – If I Know You (Heartbreak Remix)
18. Zombi – Sapphire (Escort Remix)
19. Galactic Boys – Planet 72
20. The Droyds – All I Ever Wanted (Prince Language Remix)
21. Peter Bjorn & John – lay it down (Chateau Marmont Remix)
22. Heavinz – Ride (Matt Hughes Remix)
23. Freddy The Flying Dutchman & T – Wojtyla Disco Dance Pt. I
24. Todd Terje – Eurodans
25. Damn Arms – Destination Pt. I
Most of you will know Miami Horror from their killer remixes for the likes of Pnau, Bloc Party, Stardust, The Presets, Datarock and Midnight Juggernauts which sent the blogosphere into a frenzy during 2008 — quickly attracting a loyal fan base and industry following across the world — propelling the name and the music amongst some of the biggest names in the game right now.
Many might be a little baffled by who or what Miami Horror actually is; a band? DJ? production wizard? Well, the answer is actually all of the above. The brainchild of 22 year old Benjamin Plant who has earned his stance as one of the most talked about artists and definite one to watch for in 2009. After putting himself on the map by DJing various high profile events in his native Melbourne, Australia and remixing and writing tons of killer tunes, he’s now setting his sights Stateside and will be spinning in the US and at SXSW this spring before returning back into the studio to finish the recording of the Miami Horror debut album, set for release later this year.
Hell-bent on discovering new talent and collaborating with artists from all corners of the globe, Ben’s first pick was Texan former front man of Ghosthustler, Alan Palomo aka VEGA, who showcases his lush pop songwriting whilst bringing the unabashed romance back to production and live performance.
“Make You Mine” is clearly influenced by the spacey evocations of Giorgio Moroder, the high school heartbreak of Keith Forsey, whilst ushering in a fresh aesthetic that’ll have you making way for that dance floor in no time. Fans must also eagerly await the Miami Horror live set up which will feature a full 4-piece band, including DJ / Producer Ooh-Ee on the drums and Josh Moriarty (Young & Restless/Peacocks) on guitar and vocals.
MIAMI HORROR US DJ TOUR DATES
Th Mar 12 San Francisco CA Popscene @ 330 Ritch w/ Cut Copy DJs
Fr Mar 13 San Diego CA Feel The Noise @ U-31
Sa Mar 14 Los Angeles CA Echoplex w/ Futurecop
Su Mar 15 Azusa CA Fresh @ D-CLub Mo Mar 16 Chicago IL Sonotheque w/Willy Joy
Tu Mar 17 Houston TX Boys N Girls Club @ Numbers
We Mar 18 Austin TX Noise Problem Showcase @ Black & Tan
Mo Mar 23 Toronto ON The Social
We Mar 25 Winnipeg MB Royal Albert Arms
Fr Mar 27 Phialdelphia PA Haveford College
Sa Mar 28 Mexico City MX Sicario Party @ Secret Location
We Apr 1 Santiago Chile Club Fauna @ Blondie w/ Bag Raiders
Fr Apr 3 Bogota Colombia Teatro Metropol w/ Bag Raiders
The Presets “Apocalypso” that followed their critically acclaimed 2006 debut “Beams” on Modular has dominated the airwaves, media and dancefloors across the globe since it’s 2008 release. Such achievements were acknowledged at this years prestigious ARIA Awards, Australia’s answer to the Grammy’s. They received awards for the following categories, and 3 ARIA Artisan Awards, including Producer of the Year for Julian Hamilton and Kim Moyes, Best Cover Art and Best Video.
Best Cover Art
Jonathan Zawada – The Presets, Apocalypso
(Modular/Universal Music Australia)
Best Video
Kris Moyes – The Presets, My People
(Modular/Universal Music Australia)
Producer of the Year
The Presets (Julian Hamilton & Kim Moyes) – The Presets, Apocalypso
(Modular/Universal Music Australia)
Best Dance Release
The Presets, Apocalypso
(Modular/Universal Music Australia)
Best Group
The Presets, Apocalypso
(Modular/Universal Music Australia)
Album of The Year
The Presets, Apocalypso
(Modular/Universal Music Australia)
The Presets US TOUR DATES
Fri-Mar 27, 09 Tallahassee FL Club Downunder 18+
Sat-Mar 28, 09 Miami FL Ultra Music Festival
Sun-Mar 29, 09 Gainesville FL Common Grounds 18+
Mon-Mar 30, 09 Atlanta GA Masquerade (Hell Stage) All Ages
Tue-Mar 31, 09 Carrboro NC Cats Cradle 18+
Wed-Apr 01, 09 Washington DC 9:30 Club All Ages
Fri-Apr 03, 09 New York NY Webster Hall 18+
Sat-Apr 04, 09 Boston MA Paradise 18+
Sun-Apr 05, 09 Montreal QC Studio Juste Pour Rire 18+
Mon-Apr 06, 09 Toronto ON The Mod Club 19+
Tue-Apr 07, 09 Cleveland Heights OH Grog Shop All Ages
Wed-Apr 08, 09 Chicago IL Metro 18+
Thu-Apr 09, 09 Kansas City MO The Record Bar 18+
Fri-Apr 10, 09 Denver CO Bluebird Theater 16+
Sat-Apr 11, 09 Murray UT Murray Theater All Ages
Mon-Apr 13, 09 Vancouver BC Commodore Ballroom 19+
Tue-Apr 14, 09 Seattle WA Neumos 21+
Wed-Apr 15, 09 Portland OR Hawthorne Theater All Ages
Thu-Apr 16, 09 San Francisco CA Mezzanine 21+
Mon-Apr 20, 09 Pomona CA The Glass House All Ages
So Liverpool Music Week is back, and this time it’s bigger than ever. With 66 events, 16 venues and over 250 live bands showcased between 30th October & 6th November 2008!
Sponsored by Esprit, Liverpool Music Week is a collaboration between the week’s founder Mike Deane and Cream CEO James Barton. Showcasing a number of merging acts such as Black Kids and Kissy SellOut alongside established names like The Fall, the week will also be running a series of panels and seminars featuring some of the UK’s music industry movers & shakers who will come together to discuss issues and opportunities within the sector and to offer advice and support to a range of related music businesses, artists and individuals with a desire to enter the music industry.
Please find below a handy list of some of the gigs you should get your ass too:
Thursday 30th October – Opening Night
The Fall – Nation, Wolstenholme Square, Liverpool, L1 4JJ.
Thursday 30th October – Opening Night Martha Wainwright + Angus & Julius Stone – Liverpool Philarmonic Hall
Thursday 30th October *** SOLD OUT *** Opening Night
Vampire Weekend – Liverpool Carling Academy
Thursday 30th October Wolfgang Flur (ex Kraftwerk – wow) – The Tate Gallery
Friday 31st October
Goldfrapp – Liverpool University, Mountford Hall
Friday 31st October
MTV LMW & Evol present Bestival Reunion Tour @ Nation, Wolstenholme Square
Live acts: Mystery Jets, Kissy Sell Out, Cuban Brothers / DJ’s: Rob Da Bank, Sombrero Soundsystem, Plus special live guests: The Presets
Saturday 1st November
Black Kids + Ladyhawke + Magistrates – Nation, Wolstenholme Square
Sunday 2nd November
Dizzee Rascal + Newham Generals + Smurfie Syco + Chromeo Liverpool University, Mountford Hall d
Tickets for all events are available here. Go Go Gooooooooooooo!
Visit here for more detailed on Liverpool Music Week.
One of my favorite electronic duo’s, The Presets, continue to deservedly SLAY and solidify their standing as a musical force to be reckoned with. Yesterday, they cleaned up at the Australian Aria Awards. Recently out with Cut Copy, The Presets will be touring North America again this March. If you’ve not had the pleasure of seeing them perform live yet, (and you live in NA), catching the show is a must. They are not to be missed, as they deliver an infectious performance that has the entire crowd on their feet and dancing. You’ll have a hard time denying The Presets, and you’re destined to become an instant fan, if not one already!
Aria official release:
Electronic duo THE PRESETS has also had a cracking year with the release of their widely acclaimed second album Apocalypso. They fought off stiff competition in the prestigious categories of ALBUM OF THE YEAR and BEST GROUP to take out both for the hugely popular Apocalypso. The album has also seen THE PRESETS receive the pointy trophy in the category of BEST DANCE RELEASE taking their tally to three ARIA Awards, plus 2 ARIA Artisan Awards, including PRODUCER OF THE YEAR for Julian Hamilton and Kim Moyes. The self-produced Apocalypso, which spawned the gritty hit single “My People”, has sealed THE PRESETS as Australia’s premiere electronic act.
This is what Trash Menagerie was throwing down during the month of September. Features, interviews, parties, and plenty’a mix and MP3 download. We’re snuggling in for the busy month of October. Have you started thinking about your Halloween costume yet? We’re looking for ideas, so please hit us up and let us know if you’ve got any. Last year we gave you a heads up on how to MAKE YOUR OWN DAFT PUNK COSTUME. Hipster Runoff offered up a bit of inspiration, “WTF SHOULD I B 4 ALL HALLOW’S EVE”, But is it “ok” to be a Justice this year, if you were a Daft last year?
A truly scary option, the United States Vice Presidential Republican
Candidate and current Governor of Alaska – Sarah Palin.
Hmm, I guess she didn’t get understand the memo regarding last year’s Halloween Party. It was a Nordic theme. Looks like she still won anyway, even though she didn’t really come close to qualifying.
Sarah Palin 7 Months Preggers “I can hide my belly in a sexy, yet sophisticated, little black business suit.”
Goodness, her belly is HUGE, she looks like she’s going to pop any day now, right?
This is what Demi Moore looked like when she was seven months preggers . . .
Photo: Vanity Fair
Sarah Palin’s Witch Doctor . . .
Other potential options – “Sarah Palin Mayor of Meth”, “Sarah Palin Miss Alaska”, “Sarah Palin Soccer Mom”. Wow, and to think, the election isn’t even over yet, we’ve still got a few weeks to go . . . goodness, i’m sure we’ll have so many more choices to choose from. Maybe i’ll pull off one of those “couple costumes,” and we can go together as “Foreign Palin Policy“. One of us will be Russia, and the other Alaska, and we’ll stand on opposite sides of the room and say “I can see ya over there, behave yourself!”
The frenetic music of the five-piece electro-pop-indie-rock band from Christchurch, New Zealand, Bang! Bang! Eche! (pronounced Bang Bang Etch), grabbed my attention even more than the slutty giraffe pictured on the cover of their self-titled EP. Their energetic shows with shouty vocals and dance-punk synth stabs make the hip kids dance wildly, jumping up and down like they’re on a pogo stick out of pure excitement. If fantastic noise-filled, high energy shows are your cup of tea, then you’ll fit perfectly amongst the raucous rabble at a Bang! Bang! Eche! gig.
“When the beats drop on the floor, you’ll be gaggin’ for some more…”- ‘4 To The Floor’. Born to the world on May 7, 2007, Bang! Bang! Eche! have settled in nicely with their current line-up: Charlie (guitar), Perry (keyboards), James (drums), T’Nealle (bass) and Zac (vocals). We get the Bang! Bang! part, but what does Eche at the end of it mean? BBE’s guitarist/synth player, Charlie explains. “ECHE is native Maori for “awesome partytimes”!!! It actually connects quite well with our lyrics, as our lyrics for the EP were all about what will happen on the 21st of December 2012. Some people see it as the date of the apocalypse, but they are mainly just crazies who spend waaay to much time stayin’ up all night, drooling over conspiracy vids on YouTube while buzzing hard on Adderall. We see it as a celebration. Test Icicles will have gotten back together and we will be opening for them. With Anoraak. Or something like that. Either way, it will be awesome, and our lyrics were just trying to convey the atmosphere we can feel in our hearts when we dream about this future event.” Long live Test Icicles.
Of their lyrics, BBE says, “Now we’ve started writing really hiphop influenced songs, and the lyrics are more abstract.. we don’t even really know what they’re about.. We think we like lyrics better that way, it’s less “HERE KIDS, RELATE TO THIS”. No longer a secret to be kept just for Nu Zilland, Bang! Bang! Eche! are pushing their sound to new territories, including NYC for CMJ this coming October, followed by Europe and the U.K.! But before heading out, catch them Oct 17, 2008, for their last show in NZ with Modular’s Bang Gang Dj’s at the SOHOMO Birthday Extravaganza! Some serious banging is about to go down. Prepare for some face melting.
10 fun facts about BANG BANG ECHE!!!!!
01. We started out in March 07, after some bands that we were previously in (a hip hop crew, an indie-house duo and an angry punk band) had disbanded! 02. Since then we’ve been touring NZ non stop, playing with superduper bands like Chk Chk Chk (NY), So So Modern, Cut Off Your Hands, Die Die Die, the Mint Chicks, and the Shocking Pinks etc etc! 03. Our synth player Perry used to be a prodigal drum & bass DJ named ‘Vitamin P’ when he was 6. 04. We released our debut self-titled EP in May 2008! You can download the whole thing for free, from our myspace at myspace.com/bangbangeche 05. Our first two ever singles ‘4 To The Floor’ and ‘Nikee’ went straight to #1 on the bNet (NZ college network). The third single ‘Time Mismanagement’ followed shortly after at #4, and even got to #2 on the mainstream Radioscope charts!! 06. Our bassist T’Nealle is fucking brutal. Her reputation in underground fighting circles is unparalleled. Usually she disappears for a few hours when we have just played a show and comes back with a blinging gold belt like wrestlers have, but waaay more ghetto. She has eight pairs of grills that all say “CRUNQ”. (T’Nealle is also said to have written two albums of new material in one week. crazy? yes.) 07. In late October, we are moving to New York to live with our hot managers Moose and M-Liz for a few weeks!!! We are playing at the CMJ Music Festival – you can see us at the CMJ NZMusicCommision Showcase with Cut Off Your Hands, the Ruby Suns, and Die Die Die. 08. After NYC we play some dates in Europe, and stay in London for 2 weeks! Check myspaz for dates! 09. At the same time in London, the ‘4 To The Floor//Fingers In The Till’ 7” vinyl is being released by Zarcorp Records! 10. After Europe, we then return to NZ to play the Rhythm & Vines festival in Gisbourne on new years eve!!
