does the name nadine carina ring a bell? well, you probably heard her lovely voice recently, she provided vocals for the cloud seeding project (kevin serra) on the track, “the light”. since introductions have been made, let me tell you about nadine carina’s solo experimental release ‘little bits’ ep. the newly crafted ep is a collection of experimental yet beautifully quirky odes and soundscapes perfect for late night musings or traveling through the astral plane. by the way the whole enchilada is available for free download via her bandcamp page. just so you know, my favorites our the, “paradise”, “a different face everyday” and the starlight sweetened song, “storm/calm featuring gated”. take your time with this one, it grows on you and will make a great attention to your music collection. ms. carina my hat off to you for creating such wonderful music. peace. Continue reading “nadine carina // little bits ep (our sunday best)”
christopher norman & the reverb junkie // all the pretty people ep
I got the wonderful All The Pretty People EP in my e-mail inbox several days ago and I’ve been (hoarding) listening to it ever since; while running random and mundane errands aplenty. Christopher Norman & The Reverb Junkie (aka Michelle Chamuel) are a match made in music heaven, and this EP is a living and breathing testament to how seamlessly their respective styles coalesce into a gratifying and wonderful sound. Although the EP contains only three songs and a couple of remixes a listener can easily envision something bigger and broader in the works from this talented twosome.
The opening track, “You Don’t Know” features the fantastically seductive vocals of The Reverb Junkie, it settles somewhere near your endorphin center and pretty much stays there. The following song “Keep Pace” finds Christopher Norman‘s voice matched perfectly alongside each note, with The Reverb Junkie offering glints and shiny facets along the way. But, when Christopher sings, “I was never good at staying put…” you get the feeling he isn’t speaking of geography. It is more than evident this artist is evolving, and continues to push into uncharted territory. The maturity is evident as both of these artists showcase their individual strengths as producers and songwriters. On track number three we’re treated to more of what works well here, the beyond excellent singing of Michelle Chamuel swimming amongst the white-water electronic orchestration of Mr. Norman.
This in more than a debut release, it is a solid statement by the duo. It is the charming and beatific voices of Christopher and Michelle commingling and complimenting each other, but it is also a combination of slow-motion-dream and the frenetic-electronic-cloud rain dripping musically all over the place. It it both bright and clever. But this isn’t the stuff of trite and mercurial hipness, it is something more enduring. This collaboration is stalwart and self-assured, very easy to listen and dance to. I think this is the beginning of a wonderful musical relationship between Christopher Norman and The Reverb Junkie. Now, I’m just hoping they’re planning a full length LP in the near and dear future. Peace. Continue reading “christopher norman & the reverb junkie // all the pretty people ep”
space command // insult to injury
The duo consisting of Will Nichols and Craig Campbell who make up the NYC-based Space Command have expertly carved out a niche in the electronic music spectrum by crafting the Machines Make Music LP with a rock-edged sound, adding a bit of gritty charm along the way. One of my recent favorites is their, “Insult To Injury” track. These veterans of the NYC indie music scene are basking in a well-deserved limelight. Peace. Continue reading “space command // insult to injury”
chris malinchak // beside me
I agree with Chris Malinchak, his latest track, “Beside Me” is something to make the summer of 2012 hotter and memorable. You can also download it for free. Also, after the jump check a superb set by Mr. Malinchak. Peace. Continue reading “chris malinchak // beside me”
digitalism // a new drug
Digitalism is a German Electro/House duo consisting of Jens “Jence” Moelle and İsmail “Isi” Tüfekçi. Check out their latest, “A New Drug” it’ll make you feel good all over. Digitalism has compiled an exciting mix for !K7’s legendary DJ-Kicks series, it drops stateside October 7th. You can also get it as a FREE DOWNLOAD. How’s that for instant gratification? Peace. Continue reading “digitalism // a new drug”
feature cuts // anonymous
Feature Cuts releases their first official single, “Anonymous” and I must say the bar has been set sky scraping high for any and all future projects. I am definitely looking forward for any and all releases from FC. Peace. Continue reading “feature cuts // anonymous”
kastle & io // infinite city
Symbols is the latest release from a Kastle & iO musical coupling (That didn’t sound right did it?). The duo have combined forces and created the monster 4-track Infinite City EP via Symbols Recordings. After the jump listen to a preview of the EP, as well as the full track, “Only You”. Peace. Continue reading “kastle & io // infinite city”
casa del mirto // the haste
I have a question, how many electro/chillwave/dream pop bands do you know from the The Boot or more commonly known as Italia? Well, the Italian band Casa del Mirto is perhaps the premiere electro export from the land of fashion and pizza. I’ve been digging around the internet and found their latest release Taxus Baccata EP on Bandcamp. Also, via iTunes more of their unique style of music can be had. I really enjoy the sinuous and sexy track, “Haste” which was a single release circa 2010. But, this band has a truck load of additional lovely songs, from the romantically somber to more than a few that’ll make you wanna dance. Peace. Continue reading “casa del mirto // the haste”
the avalanches // frontier psychiatrist
The Avalanches hail from Melbourne, Australia and they have a famous reputation for constructing unique and eclectic music from sampling. The rumor has it the group’s debut LP Since I Left You was made using over 3,500 unique samples of various clips from a plethora of records, movies, and television shows. Check out the music and the video for the pretty cool and classic track, “Frontier Psychiatrist” it is sweet as hell. Although this one is over a few years old it still shines like the sun. Peace. Continue reading “the avalanches // frontier psychiatrist”
hot chip // don’t deny your heart
Hot Chip is a mainstay in the world of dance music. So, if their music is coming out of speakers and you’re not moved to dance then you just might be an alien. The band’s fifth album In Our Heads is out now and after the jump I have a couple of sound gems you just might like. Peace. Continue reading “hot chip // don’t deny your heart”