Are you ready? Say Yeah! You Want Some of This? The classic mixtape, Neckthrust One (circa 1996) is probably the most tangible form of dj art that Mix Master Mike has offered to the world since his step up to the decks.This 2-part mix showcases some of the finest turntabilism, breaks, sfx, samples and classic joints in genres of hip-hop, rap, psychedelic rock, 60’s/70’s rock and jazz as well as a plethora of vintage commercials, sound bytes and beat-driven misc. findings.It is no wonder this man was selected by the Beastie Boys to be their DJ!
I have to be honest in letting you know that I was caught a little off guard the first time hearing Nostalgia 77's cover of the White Stripes' song, "7 Nation Army."
Nostalgia 77’s version of this classic Stripes’ tune takes the perfect amount of time in laying down a thick n heavy groove in preparation of Alice Russell’s sopping-wet, soulful voice which gets the sweat dripping at approx. thirty seconds into this funked-out trip.
As remixes and cover songs must if they wish to get noticed, this diamond in the rough whole-heartedly confirms that it seeks not to mimic to the original, but rather to outwardly display the fact that it is an amazing funk song that just-so-happens to be masterfully produced and diabolically schemed by its creators.
In making this a standout track, It also helps to have prominent UK vocalist, Alice Russell's vocals bubbling all over a warm, vintage sounding percussion section that is lavishly complimented by bluesy-sounding horns and the familiar, hyperballein guitar line of “7 Nation Army.”
If you need more proof, please use the evaluation link below [look down] and then pick up a legit copy by clicking here [click here]
(it’s only $.99 for the highest quality MP3, which is well worth the loose change in my opinion)
What a joy it has been to re-discover this (16th century?) traditional Japanese lullaby (!!) that was not only used as a sample by the East Flatbush Project on their seminal 1996 single “Tried By 12,” but more recently (2005) gave way for inspiration to a conceptual ‘Ambient DJ Mix,’ Primate King’s Ambient Treetop Escape.
I originally found this song on Soulseek circa 2005 as a sample source for “Tried By 12” and am proud to bring it to you in 2009 via Smokeland California!
If you'd like a little more background, here’s an excerpt about Edo from Wikipedia:
Edo (江戸, Edo?), literally: bay-door, "estuary", pronounced [edo]), once also spelled Yedo or Yeddo, is the former name of the Japanese capital Tokyo, and was the seat of power for the Tokugawa shogunate which ruled Japan from 1603 to 1868. During this period it grew to become one of the largest cities in the world and the site of a vibrant urban culture centered on notions of the "floating world".[1]
"The hand model absolutely kills me," I think to myself as I notice exactly how similar the covers to Ministry's 1983 albums Work for Love and With Sympathy are! And the roses... oh the roses!
My second Ministry post this month focuses more on the disco-influenced synth-pop prequel to Ministry's harder-edged sound found throughout the 80's/90's, and is highlighted on such tracks as the dance-rock number titled, "Revenge." Also, some funky pop sounds worth checking out are found on "Here We Go" and general Jourgenson pop star status is found on "I Wanted to Tell Her."
It has been quite the discovery for me to learn Ministry's 'dirty little secret' on these 1983 releases, however it definitely puts their music into perspective, as they have undoubtedly helped pioneer and evolve the darker sounds of electronically influenced dark rock/metal into that which we may label 'industrial' or 'edm.'
You can pick up a copy of Work for Love (which is actually an imported, slightly different version of With Sympathy) by visiting the Smokeland California store!
It feels great to be back in the swing of things! Although I was traveling over the Holidays (from Oakland to Wisconsin to Reno to Las Vegas and back) I did have a couple moments to catch up on the tunez that have been flooding my inbox and toss a couple on the iPhone as well!
This is not one of them... This is Ministry'sWith Sympathy album from 1983 and it kicks a lot of butt!
The tracks I've selected for you below should give you an accurate depiction of how their style was much different then, as you could easily compare this 1983 release to some familiar bands as Pet Shop Boys, Tears For Fears, Pink Floyd and Phil Collins.
You'll have no problem warming up to the Jazzy, 80's-flavored Synth-Pop of "Say You're Sorry," which does lean slightly more towards the dark side than towards true pop music... It is however in contrast a little more Knots Landing than it is Dallas...
You can listen to a couple selections below, and can pick up the MP3 album for $8.99 on Amazon by clicking here.
In this closing segment of the top 21 of 2008, we see a new leaf turning over... all the music included in this posting has been offered for free on other blogs/emails/black friday deals etc.... Free doesn't necessarily mean that it is 'cheap' or that I've necessarily 'pirated' the tunes... I feel that it is a new avenue for the world to explore and that the music industry needs to catch up with... This is the future, and if you don't embrace it you will be left behind. Speaking of being left behind... these following tunes/albums are something that I'd be kicking myself if they were not included in my everyday listening... check them out and let me know what you think!
You can purchase all of the music featured in this posting by clicking here.
This EP expands upon the dance rock scene that is tearing across the soundwaves that have been impregnating our ears throughout 2008, and has been a sincere pleasure to discover, as recommended by CMJ! ENJOY!!
This classic needs no introduction, however Peaches has touched it up with some new verses and a tiiiiiight ass f'ing blend that will get you in the mood fo sho!
Wow! Can't wait to see The Prodigy on tour in 2009! This song is the prelude to their new release, which is sure to please! (As if the new Chemical Brothers and Daft Punk haven't in the last 3 years...)
A VERY BIG 'Thank You' to The Hype Machine/Elbows for cataloging all of the amazing remixes/mashups/releases in 2008, and we will be sure to keeping our ears to the street for more to come in 2009! This mashup def. takes the cake, matching up Biggie's vocals over Justice's huge remix of MGMT's "Electric Feel" (which has also recently been covered by Katy Perry)
Best Black Friday FREE MP3:
Mike Relm - Spectacle
One of the most horrible nights of my life started out amazing... seeing Mike Relm open up for Fatboy Slim @ Mezzanine in SF... the ecstacy kicked in a little too hard and the paranoia took hold and contorted my mind into a position that ended up changing my life (for the better)... Nevertheles, Mr. Relm is a master of his craft, and you should definitley listen up to what he has to say on this new release!
Wow again! If she didn't catch your ears on her first several singles, Lady SOV will be rocking your car/club/iPod speakers throughout 2009 and many years to come! There is a little pitch correction on the vocals, but hey, who isn't using that these days anyway...? It f'ing kicks a lot of buns and we love getting out there and shaking our asses anyway!
For all you who love a good instrumental... we've got the real deal right here! Aesop Rock is no stranger to the hip-hop scene, and it almost seems as though he may be overlooked in this new era where hip-hop may be slightly phasing out... don't worry, as this is a sure reinforcement that the style is not dead, merely embracing the future!
Primate King is the brainchild and musical moniker of Oakland California resident, Brian Michael Ball. Primate King's unique sense of artism flows freely as new heights are reached throughout the experimental electronic soundscapes that make up his debut independent release, Smokeland California.
In this musical mosaic you will witness many references to today's culture, drawing from sources such as Roswell radio broadcasts, Bill Cosby singing to children about drugs and the popular television show, South Park. Beats are constructed from ear bleeding distortion and fingernail peeling harmonics while the ambience provides subtle warmth and sparkling shadows.
In the ever growing online population, Primate King strives to connect like-minded individuals interested in music and music culture through his own Social Network, "Primate King's Kingdom," which allows for the free trade of information and user generated content throughout.
Listen close as the sound of now is upon you with Primate King and Smokeland California!
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