Loungery Day ‘When It Breaks’ ft. Artifact & Latcha remixes

Pointé Records present Loungery Day’s ‘When It Breaks’ EP, his second release for the label. Counting the likes of Artful Dodger,MJ Cole, SBTRKT, Dark Sky and T.Williams as his influences, theMontreal based producer’s signing came about via meetings with the Pointé Records crew at DJ sets around Montreal and the famous Blizzarts venue.

‘Peace of Mind’ kicks off with swirling pads that soon make room for a shuffling garage rhythm, vocal stabs and an ever-present bassline. ‘Keep It Simple’ is an upfront track led by a recognisable vocal hook, over a grounded 4×4 rhythm.

Rising UK producer Artifact adds his distinct stylings to the remix of ‘Keep It Simple’, mangling the clean vocal lines under his hard hitting beats. Latcha takes things up a notch while French newcomer D.L:T.A. strips back the elements to make a clean, funky take on the original. Canadian producer KwikFikscompletes the package with his take on ‘Peace of Mind’, subduing the floating nature of the original and moving it into darker territory.

“Music is always evolving and it’s interesting to capture the moment where you are allow to incorporate new styles. I remember when dubstep was a huge thing in Montreal, lots of producers and DJs were getting sick of it and so they tried new things. For some it fails because they were too iconic to the scene and fans felt betrayed, but for others it was a success. That’s how you recognize great artists, because they can adapt to their time.”Loungery Day

Release date: 17th June 2013
Format: 12” / Digital

Tracklisting
01. Peace Of Mind (Original Mix)
02. Peace Of Mind (KwikFiks Remix)
03. Keep It Simple (Original Mix)
04. Keep It Simple (Artifact Remix)
05. Keep It Simple (Latcha Remix)
06. Keep It Simple (D.L:T.A Remix)

Alice Russell – Heartbreaker (Falty DL Remix)(Stream)

With only weeks away from the release of her 5th album ‘To Dust‘ (4/30 on Tru Thoughts/Caroline) and the commencement of her US tour,  Alice Russell delivers a remix from one of the most in demand remixers out; Falty DL, a favorite of Radiohead’s Thom York, Falty DL has opened for the likes of Radiohead, DJ Shadow, James Blake, SBTRKT,Squarepusher and has crafted remixers for The xx, Seun Kuti (son of Fela Kuti), Mount Kimbie, Scuba, Photek, Anthony Shake Shakir and others.

 

Falty DL’s rework of Alice Russell’s “Heartbreaker” is an intoxicating blend of 2-step influenced vibes with Alice’s piercingly haunting vocals.

Listen

Download Alice Russell “Twin Peaks” HERE

The video for the original “Heartbreaker” is directed by Steve Glashier (Fatboy Slim, Juliette Lewis) and stars long-time Alice fan Harry Shearer, the Hollywood actor and cult comedy hero known for roles including Spinal Tap’s Derek Smalls, many voices in The Simpsons, and for his long running radio show on LA’s KCRW.

 

 

Download:Lewis Watson – “Hold On” (SBTRKT Cover)

London-based Lewis Watson has developed a thriving fan base in his young career, already hailed by BBC Radio 1 and The Independent -The Wild EP will be his third of a series of EPs via Warner Music. He has also collaborated with producers and writers including Mike Crossey (Arctic Monkeys), Richard Wilkinson (Kaiser Chiefs) and Kid Harpoon (Florence + The Machine).

Download:Lewis Watson – “Hold On” (SBTRKT Cover) 

Taz & Akka ‘Synergy EP’ (Rwina Records)

Release date: 1st April 2013

Format: 12” / Digital

Rwina Records kick off 2013 with the ‘Synergy’ EP, a collaborative release from Taz & Akka. Glasgow’s Taz makes his fourth appearance on the label, while Akka (aka label head and mastermind Akkachar) finally steps over to the artist side. The pair have been collaborating for three years, with this first release compiling four tracks from the extensive amount of material the two have accumulated in that time.

‘Illusory’ combines euphoric synths, a flair for hooks and hands in the air escapism. ‘Mobius’ takes its inspiration from video games, grime, cartoons and hip hop, throwing everything into a blender and pouring the results all over the dancefloor. ‘Paul Is Dead’ switches up the tempo for a deeper take on the footwork sound, with a vocal snippet name checking one of the most famous “Paul”s in history and ‘Trapped In ’82′ closes proceedings by taking things back to the duo’s youth, unashamedly celebrating the musical excesses of the 80s.

Rwina has a strong back catalogue from artists such as Starkey, EPROM, Terror Danjah, Swindle and support from DJ Shadow, SBTRKT, Flying Lotus, Diplo, Mary Anne Hobbs, Skream, Oneman, Ben UFO, Machinedrum and many more.

Tracklisting:

1. Illusory

2. Mobius

3. Paul Is Dead

4. Trapped In ’82

Web:
facebook.com/tazandakka
facebook.com/rwinarecords

Stubborn Heart Announce US Release of Debut Full Length Album+free download

Stubborn Heart - aka Luca Santucci & Ben Fitzgerald - set ears buzzing last year with a (then unidentified) white label 12” and followed it up earlier this summer with the ‘Need Someone’ EP (on Kaya Kaya records, an imprint of XL Recordings).  Now signed to One Little Indian, their full length eponymous debut, Stubborn Heart (out in the US on March 5^th) reveals a stunning and surprisingly poignant electronic soul record.

Hailing from London & Oxford respectively, the duo’s debut emotes heartbreak over broken beats and dark, atmospheric space. The clean, ghostly production coalesces with Luca’s mournful vocal to positively ooze a bruised melancholy.

Click HERE to download the track, “Need Someone,” filled with stuttering, caffeinated beats and bell-like synth.

Equally inspired by 80’s and 90’s electronic music and 60’s and 70’s soul music (the album includes a cover of Reuben Bell & The Casanovas rare soul 45 It’s Not That Easy), Stubborn Heart never lose their passion for good pop music – everything from Hall & Oates to Timbaland. Recent comparisons have been drawn with the XX, Sbtrkt, James Blake & Four Tet.

Keep a look out for more from Stubborn Heart coming your way.

Marco Corola, SBTRKT, Skream & Benga, Four Tet, Lee Foss & Many More Announced For Hideout Festival 2013

 

Hideout Festival announces no less than a further twenty-four additions to this year’s line up. Between the 30th of June and the 5th of July, expect to see artists of the highest calibre, from international heavyweights to the most forward thinking artists around today. Set on the dazzling beachside, hidden away on the Island of Pag, off the shore of Croatia, there’s no doubt Hideout Festival is a highlight of the 2013 festival calendar.

Hideout Festival begin their round of additions by welcoming Italian ambassador of techno, Marco Carolawith nearly two decades of being at the forefront of the genre.  Returning this summer by popular demand to accompany him will be SBTRKT, after a memorable appearance in 2012. Joining these glowing additions will be the extraordinary Four Tet, his b2b set with Caribou last year being one of the highlights of the festival. Representing a more bass driven front, the unstoppable Skream & Benga and fellow Radio 1 advocate Mistajam and dubstep pioneer and Magnetic Man member, Artwork joins the incomparable line-up for the 2013 Hideout Festival along with rising star of future bass, Kidnap kid.

The Simian Mobile Disco duo will be joined by the infectious Tensnake, drawing on 80’s electro funk and disco to keep revellers dancing while the sun rises over the white sands and turquoise sea. MTA Records favourite Redlight will be switching things up with a fusion of UK bass driven sounds. 2013 welcomes a Hideout debut from Floating Points, the coveted producer, known for his ability to intertwine the sounds of soul and jazz through to the bassier elements of dub. Long standing house advocate MK, aka Marc Kitchin, will be joined by Bondax providing their version of unique, melodic electronica. Craig Richards will also be a celebrated addition for many festival goers, a patron of cult London institution Fabric and achieving worldwide recognition as one of the decades leading DJs.

Visionquest’s Ryan Crosson will be offering his own take on Detroit Techno through to ambient tech-house. Leading the way in innovative fusions and collaborations, Simon Baker is also added to the 2013 line up. Similarly, Daniel Avery will be flying the flag as a forward thinking blender, offering revellers a new take on the genre. Hot Creations boss Lee Foss and fellow devotees Infinity Ink AKA Luca C and Ali Love will be providing infectious cuts to keep people moving throughout the night. Hideout debuts will come fromMove D, bringing together Detroit-influenced grooves and elements of melodious electronic jazz andBaauer, whose infamous Dum Dum EP last year received a wave of acclaim. Finally Hideout seal their round of additions with the inclusion of a further resident, Youandewan.

This round of new additions sits proudly alongside already confirmed headliners, Loco Dice, Chase and Status, Jamie Jones, Modeselektor and Pendulum. Andy C, Camo & Krooked and Friction offer those with a hunger for bass everything they desire. Scuba, Erol Alkan, Joy Orbison and Ben UFO offer an array and amalgamation of electronica, whilst Damian Lazarus, Dixon and Miguel Campbell will delight house revelers far and wide. Hideout Festival 2013 is the definitive whose who of electronic music, set on the idyllic Zrce beach, in stunning Croatia, Hideout sets the bar for festivals of the future.

Details

• Date: Sun 30th Jun, 2013
• To: 5th July, 2013
• Time:
• Location: Zrce Beach, Novalja, Island of Pag
• Price: Tickets Available from just £109

NEW ADDITIONS:
MARCO CAROLA / SBTRKT DJ SET / SKREAM & BENGA / FOUR TET DJ SET RUDIMENTAL DJ SET

SIMIAN MOBILE DISCO / REDLIGHT / FLOATING POINTS  / TENSNAKE / MK MISTAJAM / CRAIG RICHARDS

LEE FOSS / INFINITY INK / ARTWORK / RYAN CROSSON  / MOVE D BAAUER / BONDAX / DANIEL AVERY / SIMON BAKER / KIDNAP KID /YOUANDEWAN

ARTISTS CONFIRMED SO FAR

CHASE & STATUS DJ SET/ LOCO DICE / JAMIE JONES / SETH TROXLER / JULIO BASHMORE / MODESELEKTOR / PENDULUM DJ SET

ANDY C / BEN UFO / CAMO & KROOKED / CASSY / CLAUDE VON STROKE / DAMIAN LAZARUS / DAVID RODIGAN MBE / DIXON / DYED SOUNDOROM / EATS EVERYTHING / EROL ALKAN / FRICTION / HEIDI / HIGH CONTRAST /JACKMASTER JOHN TALABOT / JOY ORBISON / JUSTIN MARTIN / MOSCA / NETSKY / PEARSON SOUND / SCUBA / SHY FX / SOUL CLAP / SUBB AN

B-TRAITS / BICEP / DELTA HEAVY / DISMANTLE / DJ HYPE / DUSKY / HUXLEY / JOKER / MAXXI SOUNDSYSTEM / MIGUEL CAMPBELL / LOADSTAR / MONSTA / ONEMAN / PANGAEA / RALPH LAWSON / RICHY AHMED / ROBERT JAMES / TINI / TODDLA T

ADAM SHELTON / ALEXIS RAPHAEL / BEN PEARCE / DOORLY / FRANCESCA LOMBARDO / HECTOR / KILL FRENZY / LAST MAGPIE MIDLAND / ROBERT DIETZ / RYAN ELLIOT / WILL SAUL

DEATH ON THE BALCONY / MAK / MATT LONG / MIKE JONES NORTH BASE / PEOPLE GET REAL / NORTHERN LIGHTS / THE SONIC EMPORIUM

BOAT & POOL PARTIES HOSTED BY: 

RECORD LABEL PARTNERS: 2020 VISION / AUS & SIMPLE CROSS TOWN REBELS / DESOLAT / DIGITAL SOUNDBOY

DIRTY BIRD / HESSLE AUDIO / HOT CREATIONS / JACKATHON NUMBERS / ONE RECORDS

TICKETS

www.hideoutfestival.com/tickets

Roses Gabor – “Stars” (Official Video)

This is the slick debut single from Roses Gabor on Toddla T’s label, Girls Music. Roses has already had releases on Digital Soundboy and Young Turks through her collaborations with some of the most respected producers going… Buraka Som Sistema, Shy FX, SBTRKT, Gorillaz and Redlight. ‘Stars’ is a song for clubs and night bus journeys alike- both contemplative and energetic. The atmospheric and emotive intro gives way to a rumbling bassline and off kilter drum programming. Roses voice is a perfect fit for the warm synths and moody beats which she shakes up with her feisty chopped up vocals.
B-side ‘Night Sky’ shows off a more downtempo and RnB sound that brings to mind Cassie or Aaliyah on a London flex. Its’s a sultry statement of intent: ‘we don’t play around, doing what we got to’. From jungle inspired tracks with Shy FX to a brilliant collaboration with renowned masked producer SBTRKT- (their track ‘Pharaohs’ was a standout track on his debut album) Gabor’s textured soulful voice dances across genres and is making the music world stand up and take note. Inspired by hip hop legends and Bjork alike, her vocal expression and personality go hand in hand to make Roses a beautful and talented singer to watch- both ‘Stars’ and ‘Night Sky’ justify her growing reputation as a star in her own right.

sbtrkt-trials of the past ft sampha & heritage orchestra+rundown (live at bbc maida vale)

sbtrkt – rundown (live at maida vale)

sbtrkt -surely(stream)

Download:SBTRKT on BBC Radio 1′s Live Lounge

SBTRKT plays Hold On +Blue Cassette (Friendly Fires cover) live on BBC Radio 1′s Live Lounge, 6th January 2012