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James & Evander :: Bummer Pop

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Fri, 25 May 2012 20:33:00 +0000

The ironic thing about Oakland, California electro-pop duo James & Evander's new album title is that the music is anything, but a bummer. Their new album 'Bummer Pop' which was just released the 15th of May does have that melancholia which I can see why they chose the name, but melancholia has always been my thing, can probably thank Morrissey for that one. If pretty lo-fi electro-pop is your thing chances are this will be right up your alley. Stream the entire record below via their soundcloud and they have been kind enough to let us post album opener "Ambigamy" as a free download for our readers. Who loves ya?!?!! Enjoy and have a great Memorial Day Weekend everyone!

MP3: Ambigamy - James & Evander

JAMES & EVANDER - Bummer Pop by velvetblue

Lindbergh Palace :: Days Don't Fade (Johan Agebjorn & Le Prix Remix)

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Fri, 25 May 2012 20:01:00 +0000

Speaking of Norway we have a neighbor, Sweden's Johan Agebjorn that we've posted about many times before who sent us another amazing remix. This time it's for Brooklyn band Lindbergh Palace's track "Day's Don't Fade" that he did with frequent collaborator Le Prix. I'm not sure what the original track sounds like, but this remix is gorgeous stuff! You can never go wrong with Johan. Dude's a genious. Check it out below and if you like what you hear it's free for the taking.

MP3: Days Don't Fade (Johan Agebjorn & Le Prix Remix) - Lindbergh Palace

Amish 82 :: Even Stardom ft Anana

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Fri, 25 May 2012 19:33:00 +0000

If you check out OTR regularly you know how much we love Norwegian pop. They just get it like no other area when it comes to beautiful pop music. We got another one for you by way of Norwegian trio Amish 82. They have a new album out today called 'So We Must Meet Apart'. The first single from the record is this lovely electro-pop gem "Even Stardom" ft guest vocals by Anana. Real pretty track that I'm sure you guys are gonna dig. Best part is they are allowing us to post the track as a free download for our readers! Yay! Check it below and if you dig it I'd look into getting the rest of that album.

MP3: Even Stardom ft Anana - Amish 82

Rebel EP Release Party Friday (5/25) @ The Vagabond

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:23:00 +0000

Miami indie rock oufit/friends Rebel that we've written about a few times before (check out their Karate Kid inspired video for "Warning Signs" here) are getting ready to release their new EP Locations and are gonna be celebrating the release with a Live Performance tomorrow (5/25) at The Vagabond with Boxwood. Check out the Facebook invite here. They have been kind enough to send over the opening track from the EP "Time" for our readers to check out/download and get you psyched for the gig. Real cool dark brooding rock track. Possibly the best track I've heard from them yet, which means the boys are only getting better. Can't wait to check out the rest of that EP and their set tomorrow. For now wrap your heads around "Time".

MP3: Time - Rebel

Blood Orange :: Sorry We Lied (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Michael Unger) — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:35:00 +0000

UK born New Yorker Blood Orange premiered his brand new video for "Sorry We Lied" today on Nowness.com. The video is a bleak, awesome and epic short film that makes the perfect back drop for this dark 80's pop inspired track. I've really been getting into Blood Orange's stuff lately, and this is a prime example why.

Blood Orange: I'm Sorry We Lied on Nowness.com.

Lemonade :: Neptune (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Michael Unger) — Wed, 23 May 2012 18:16:00 +0000

Lemonade, who we posted about two years ago here, will be putting out their new album Diver in six days (5/29). As an appetizer, they have released this new video for the album's slow and sensual second track "Neptune". Also, they've offered the albums closing track "Soft Kiss" as a free download, so be sure an pick that up below as well!

Paradis :: Hémisphère

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew Ward) — Tue, 22 May 2012 19:41:00 +0000

French electronic pop duo Paradis released a pair of soothingly formulated tracks today, "Hémisphère" and "Je m'ennuie". This is their follow up to the debut last fall on Beats In Space. The A-Side, "Hémisphère", wraps mesmerizing pop melodies around a smooth driven bassline to deliver you quite the love story. Treat yourself to this one.

Trails and Ways :: Tereza

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Tue, 22 May 2012 18:13:00 +0000

Oakland, California band Trails and Ways sent us their new single "Tereza" which is their first offering from their upcoming album 'Trilingual' that will feature vocals in Spanish, English and Portuguese. Digging this first single! Real dream poppy with pretty female vocals. Check it out below and if you like what you hear it's free for the taking. They also did a cool almost unrecognizable cover of M83's big hit "Midnight City" that you can check out/dl below as well. Enjoy!

Tereza by TRAILS AND WAYS

Midnight City (M83 Cover) by TRAILS AND WAYS

Stroik :: In the Fresh

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Tue, 22 May 2012 17:57:00 +0000

Not many social networks out there for North Carolina artist Stroik. In fact his website is just a picture of him that clicks to his video for his track "In the Fresh". Good thing that track is pretty amazing. Check out the video below and hopefully he gives us more soon. He does have a bio page here that goes into a little more depth if you'd like to find out more.

Fairchild Republic :: Arcadia

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Tue, 22 May 2012 17:40:00 +0000

Got sent this really cool stop motion video by Australian indie rock band Fairchild Republic for their latest single "Arcadia". Hard to find good indie rock these days. Good to have these guys on our radar. Check it...

Fairchild Republic - Arcadia by Fairchild Republic

SLAP & TICKLE, Tues May 22nd @ Electric Pickle :: Jose De Las Casas

noreply@blogger.com (Sam Schindler) — Mon, 21 May 2012 20:20:00 +0000

Tuesday SLAP & TICKLE is back at The Electric Pickle and as always, FREE! Jose De Las Casas will be joining Troy Kurtz, Santiago Caballero and Pirate Stereo upstairs, taking you dark and deep into the night. Last Tuesday was an amazing turnout with a great vibe, and listening to some of Jose's stuff on his SoundCloud we're certain this week will be the same. Till tomorrow night, we leave you with this mix he did live at the Wine Vault a few months ago.

Sharkoffs :: Club Cinema LIVE Set

noreply@blogger.com (Sam Schindler) — Mon, 21 May 2012 17:56:00 +0000

Driving up to Club Cinema last week was a highlight of ours. Electro-House producer/DJ Sharkoffs, a South Florida native was set to open up for Steve Aoki. Thinking we were prepared for the madness was a mistake, just after Sharkoffs took over, around 11pm pure insanity broke loose amongst 2,500 of some of the most energetic people we've ever seen on a Tuesday! Chalked full of a diverse assortment of heart-pumping tracks, his selection impressed us and kept the entire crowd in a feeding frenzy for what was coming next. Perfect for getting ready to go out, this live mix is sure to make some waves for this 19 year old. Definitely giving his all to entertain and energize, we were overwhelmed with the ride Shakoffs took us on for the hour, and did not stay for Aoki (reason: being completely content). If this hour long wickedness doesn't satisfy your appetite, check out Sharkoffs SoundCloud.

Brass Knuckles :: Live @ Amnesia Saturday, May 19

noreply@blogger.com (Sam Schindler) — Fri, 18 May 2012 21:27:00 +0000

This Saturday we are finally going to Amnesia! We're extremely excited we waited, as now we'll be introduced to the venue by the kinetic sounds of South Florida's Brass Knuckles, who will be playing alongside Joachim Garraud. We continue to be very impressed with Brass Knuckles, and consistently use them as an example when mentioning the evolution of emerging artists and EDM acts over a short period of time. After seeing these guys in an array of venues, Miami get ready, because this dynamic trio will be sure to keep you from dwelling on your responsibilities for the week to come. New original tracks from Brass Knuckles are due for release over the next few months, as well as a summer tour through Asia (see dates below). See you Saturday evening.

Summer 2012 Asia Tour Dates ::

June 7 @ Mint, Shanghai
June 15 @ Spark, Beijing
June 16 @ Republiq, Manila
June 21 @ Play, Hong Kong
June 23 @ Mink, Singapore

Andrew Ward :: Slap & Tickle LIVE @ The Electric Pickle

noreply@blogger.com (Sam Schindler) — Fri, 18 May 2012 20:06:00 +0000

If you weren't at The Electric Pickle this past Tuesday for Slap & Tickle, this live set from Andrew Ward is surely going to make you wonder where you'll be this Tuesday evening. Perfect for the weekend, the impeccable track selection and outstanding continuity will have you at full throttle. No tracklist available, so we're all going to have to work together to uncover some of the gems in this one! Have a fantastic weekend and enjoy!

Van She :: Idea Of Happiness (SebastiAn Remix)

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew Ward) — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:35:00 +0000

Finally, Van She returns! It's been 3 years since their last Ze Vemixes EP and I'm pretty stoked to see what they've got up their sleeves. This is the first track from their new album, coming out on Modular July 6th (Aus), 9th (EU/UK) and the 10th (USA). The SebastiAn Remix was definitely the bread winner for me. I also included the very interesting video directed by Andreas Nilsson.

Ruby Frost :: Water to Ice

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:54:00 +0000

What are the odds that we'd do back to back posts on New Zealand artists? Probably not that likely, but as I was setting up this latest post for Ruby Frost that's what I noticed. We previously wrote about Ruby last year here. Her new single/video for her track "Water to Ice" is pretty sweet anthemic type of jam. Check those out below, plus a remix of the track by Golden Age. Both free for the taking. Her debut album 'Volition' is scheduled for release in the next few months. Be on the lookout.

Water to Ice by pieinthesky

Water to Ice (Golden Age Remix) by pieinthesky

Zowie :: My Calculator (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Wed, 16 May 2012 00:30:00 +0000

New Zealand electro-pop artist Zowie that we posted her new single "My Calculator" previously here just made a new video for the track that you can check out below. Real colorful poppy affair. This track totally reminds me of early 2000's electroclash, even has that trademark simple hand clap. Real stylish girl. Her debut album 'Love Demolition' is out now in New Zealand. Not sure when it'll be out for the rest of us, hopefully soon.

SLAP & TICKLE, TUES MAY 15TH @ ELECTRIC PICKLE :: ANDREW WARD

noreply@blogger.com (Sam Schindler) — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:04:00 +0000

This Tuesday May 15th SLAP & TICKLE is back at The Electric Pickle, and as always FREE! Andrew Ward will be joining Troy Kurtz, Santiago Caballero and Pirate Stereo upstairs, taking you dark and deep into the night. We're anticipating a handful of fresh new tracks and mixes from Andrew Ward this summer, here's his soundcloud where you can keep yourself updated of all his material. Till tomorrow night, we leave you with this WMC mix he did for Off the Radar a few months ago in case you missed it.

Remixes :: Flight Facilites With You feat. Grovesnor

noreply@blogger.com (Sam Schindler) — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:52:00 +0000

Remixes are in to Flight Facilites new track With You feat. Grovesnor (Hot Chip's drummer), posted about here. Miami's Danny Daze's 5am Mix is leading the way for me, though MAM's and David August's remixes are outstanding, as is Flight Facilites Extended Mix of the track. Enjoy!

Grimes :: Night Music (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Michael Unger) — Mon, 14 May 2012 18:27:00 +0000

Canadians are weird. I can say that because I happen to be one. But lets take for example Montreal's Grimes' recent video for her track "Night Music". It is a heaping helping of all around strangeness from the track itself, in all its otherworldly, abstract electronic glory, to the dark, surreal and enchanting video. What do you all think?

Flight Facilites :: With You feat. Grovesnor

noreply@blogger.com (Sam Schindler) — Mon, 14 May 2012 02:50:00 +0000

Here it is! I figured one of the most anticipated releases of the year was as good as time any to come back from my hiatus, sorry I've been lost. Flight Facilities is here with their 3rd hit, With You feat. Grovesnor. After seeing them live with Jess in March for conference, I witnessed first hand the raw talent that these two Australians have, as well as the boundless amounts of energy and joy that radiates from them to the audience. This one is a summer smash. Be back tomorrow with remixes from Miami's Danny Daze, Berlin's David August and perhaps others!

Goldroom :: Fifteen

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:42:00 +0000

LA's Goldroom that we've written about many times has a sweet new single that he just released yesterday called "Fifteen". Great little down-tempo electro-pop track with guest vocals by Chela that already has over 24K plays in one day?! Pretty amazing. Check it out below and if you like what you hear it's free for the taking on their soundcloud.

Goldroom - Fifteen (ft Chela) by Goldroom

Le Youth :: Dance With Me

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:30:00 +0000

Since we're on the subject of Goldroom thought I'd post this new track "Dance With Me" by LA's Le Youth who we previously posted a great remix he did for Goldroom's track "Angeles" here. This new original track is super nu-disco goodness with some slight hip hop elements that I can't wait to play in my DJ Sets. You can get the track for free just by liking his facebook page. Not a bad deal. Check it...

Le Youth - Dance With Me by Le Youth

We Can't Enjoy Ourselves :: Devil in the Old Folks Home

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Tue, 08 May 2012 20:02:00 +0000

Brooklyn indie band We Can't Enjoy Ourselves that we posted about last year here are back! They are getting ready to release new album 'Make a Mess of Sacred Ground' later this year (check out album art above). The first taste of the new album is first single "Devil in the Old Folks Home" and just as everything I've heard from them it is top notch! Super poppy brit-pop sounding track that has been stuck on repeat. Why music like this isn't mainstream versus what is, I will never know. The band has been nice enough to let us post the single as a free download for our readers. Happy us! Grab that sucker below and be on the lookout for that album when it's released, it's bound to be glorious.

MP3: Devil in the Old Folks Home - We Can't Enjoy Ourselves

The Red Channels :: Blinded by The Sound (EP)

noreply@blogger.com (Ray Milian) — Tue, 08 May 2012 05:38:00 +0000

Got sent this lovely EP Blinded by The Sound by new Miami duo The Red Channels. Real smooth lo-fi dreamwave goodness that they are giving away for free on their soundcloud. Gotta love that! Check out a couple of my favorite tracks "Lincoln Road" (one of my favorite spots on the beach) and EP opener "Mine". Those two should give you a good idea of their sound. Also be sure to check out the lovely instrumental nugget the EP title track "Blinded by The Sound". Good to have these guys on our radar and representing our lovely city with such pretty tunes.