Download: Beetnik – “Canned Heat” (Mixtape)

Beetnik

An electro blender set to 11 that is similar to surfing on an analog synthesiser through an electronic tidal wave with a party-fuelled jet pack strapped to your back.

Playing drums and guitar at an early age meant that Beetnik’s, born Nicky Low, musical tastes were firmly in the rock spectrum, until a visit to Ibiza as a fresh-faced 17-year-old.

The island was a home away from home that allowed Nicky to sample a wide range of music, including house, electro, techno, hard dance and chill-out.

Being in Ibiza, for months at a time, gave the budding producer the chance to soak up the sounds from the world’s best DJs, in the world’s greatest clubs, and gave him an intrinsic knowledge of what works on a dancefloor.

An accomplished DJ himself, Nicky has been DJing in and around Glasgow for about 4 years and more recently, the twisted electro sounds of people like Boys Noize, SebastiAn, Soulwax, Tiga, Justice and Digitalism caught his imagination.

Leading him to create his so-called ”twisted underground electro sound” under the Beetnik moniker, that became popular on various forums, and ink a deal with New York City-based record label ModyWorks in early 2009.

His second release for the ModyWorks label, a 4-track EP titled Sound, is coming out next month. In the meantime here is the link to his Hoodlum single on BEATPORT.

Download:Beetnik – Canned Heat (mixtape)

Tracklist:
01 Jamiroquai – Canned Heat
02 Autokratz – A-Train
03 Drop The Lime – Sex Sax
04 Aman Ellis – Dawn On The Red Planet (Beetnik Remix)
05 Boys Noize – Yeah
06 Chemical Brothers – Swoon (Boys Noize Remix)
07 Justice – Civilisation
08 Beetnik – Verona
09 Daft Punk – Derezzed
10 LCD Soundsystem – You Wanted A Hit (Soulwax Remix)
11 Magnetic Man – I Need Air
12 Punks Jump Up – Blockhead (Hey Today! Re-BlockeD Mix)
13 Congorock – Babylon (Dub)
14 Mustard Pimp – Money Shot (Modek Remix)
15 Herbie Hancock – Hang Up Your Hang Ups (Les Petit Pilous Remix)
/ Wolfmother – New Moon Rising [acapella]
16 Breakage – Fighting Fire
17 Ado! – Belter Drive
18 Beat & Bang – Hunger (Zombies ate Ado’s lunch…gutted mix)
19 The Ex-Men – Use My Brain (Beetnik Remix)
20 RipTide – What You Want
21 Hey Today! – Strange
22 Beetnik – Gallus In Wonderland
23 DJ Antention – Rapid Fire (Redial Remix)
24 Noisia – Machine Gun (DJ Edit)
25 501 – Echo In My Head
26 Chase & Status – Time (RuN RiOT Remix)
27 Chase & Status – Hypest Hype
28 Nero – Me & You

http://www.modyworks.com

autoKratz – Becoming the Wraith (Featuring Peter Hook) (Video)+Info

NEW AUTOKRATZ SINGLE FEATURING PETER HOOK FOR 13th JUNE RELEASE

Joy Division and New Order man joins the London duo on their new single
taken from the band’s second album ‘Self Help for Beginners’

CAT: BL6
Release Date: Monday 13th June

BECOMING THE WRAITH

1. Becoming The Wraith (Featuring Peter Hook)
2. A-Train

REMIXES
3. Becoming The Wraith (Alex Goper Remix)
4. Becoming The Wraith (Savage Skulls Remix)
6. Becoming The Wraith (Attaque Remix)

With their long awaited second album also set to drop on 20th June, autoKratz new single Becoming the Wraith is a modern electronic indie anthem. With an epic chorus and emotive melodies underpinned by autoKratz signature driving synths, it’s a track that is perfectly suited to a collaboration with New Order’s Peter Hook.

Of the collaboration Hooky said “I was delighted to be asked by autoKratz and knowing their music I understand why. The song was great before I even touched it. I just put the icing on the cake so it was a real pleasure.”

On having Hooky in the studio, autoKratz returned the compliment; “It was really inspiring to work with Hooky on this track as someone whose legacy has had such a profound impact on us, and the music we make. As soon as he picks up the bass it sounds like no-one else, and he brings a unique melody to the track in a way no-one else could.”

Pioneering French producer Alex Gopher leads the pack of remixes, whilst there’s a big rework from the super hot Savage Skulls, coming off the back of releases on Switch’s Dubsided imprint, Diplo’s Mad Decent and recent collaborations with the likes of Crookers. The package is completed by Attaque, a very promising young British producer who is one of the first signings to autoKratz new label Bad Life. In the band’s typically schizophrenic style, the B-side is A-Train and it’s an insane club banger described by Etienne D’Crecy as ‘It’s a hit!’ and by Mixhell as “A-MAZING!”

The album Self Help for Beginners follows their outstanding 2009 Kitsuné debut Animal and the worldwide success of Always More and Stay The Same. This time round the band take you on an innovative journey through dark electronic pop, hands-in-the-air garage techno and some very carefully nurtured moments of beauty.

There are also further collaborations with more of their heroes including Primal Scream guitarist Andrew Innes and Primal Scream & Kasabian producer Jagz Kooner.

The first glimpse of the new record came in January through the radio 1 supported ‘Opposite of Love’. Jaymo & Andy George described it as “bringing together all the elements of Autokratz we love, effortless vocal & the soul shaking electro they’re renowned for.” With the rest of the LP ram packed with high energy electronic rock and roll, 2011 will without doubt be the band’s most exciting year yet.

More info about album HERE

autoKratz new album Self Help For Beginners +Free Download extra track ‘A-Train’

Self Help For Beginners is set for release on 30th May and features guests from Peter Hook (Joy Division/New Order), Andrew Innes (Primal Scream) and Jagz Kooner.

autoKratz announce that their eagerly awaited second album SELF HELP FOR BEGINNERS will be available on CD and digital download from Monday 30thMay 2011.

Having started off by releasing a string of EP’s tailor-made for pummeling dancefloors, the bands 2009 Kitsuné debut Animal shone like a gem at a time saturated with electronic music. Always More and Stay The Same resonated through airwaves and clubs wherever you went.

It’s now two years later, and the stunning Self Help For Beginners will blow you away. It’s an innovative journey through dark electronic pop, hands-in-the-air garage techno and carefully nurtured moments of beauty.

The album sees the band collaborate with some of their heroes including New Order bassist Peter Hook, Primal Scream guitarist Andrew Innes and Primal Scream & Kasabian producer Jagz Kooner.

Of the collaboration Hooky said “I was delighted to be asked by autoKratz and knowing their music I completely understand why. Playing on the track was very easy and the boys made it very enjoyable. I’ve just listened to the track and then gone for a walk and found myself singing it over and over again – It’s great!”

The first glimpse of the new album came in January through the Radio 1 championed ‘Opposite of Love EP’. Self Help for Beginners certainly delivers on that promise and more.

The LP is to be released on the bands new label Bad Life, a new imprint to which they have also signed NT89, TWR72, Sovnger and 10Rapid. The labels first releases are receiving an impressive cross section of support, feted by the likes of Zombie Nation and A-Trak.

In four fast years autoKratz have become sought after remixers, working with the likes of La Roux and Underworld, whilst having developed a reputation for being one of the finest live acts in electronic music. Their never ending world tour continues to take them to all the corners of the globe, with highlights having so far included Glastonbury, Pukkelpop, Lowlands, Makuhari Messe Tokyo, Solidays, Parklife Australia, Dour and Koko in London.

Self Help for Beginners puts autoKratz back at the vanguard of British electronic music, and 2011 will without doubt be their most exciting year yet.

And to kick off the album release autoKratz are giving away massive new banger ‘A-Train’

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SELF HELP FOR BEGINNERS
Tracklist
1. Opposite of Love
2. Becoming the Wraith (Featuring Peter Hook)
3. Fireflies
4. Last Light
5. The Seventh Seal
6. Skin Machine
7. Kick (Featuring Andrew Innes)
8. The Fallen
9. My Own Black Heart
10. R.I.S.E.
11. Their Gun

BONUS TRACKS
12. Every Little Scar
13. A-Train

autoKratz will play Scala on 9th April, and take to the road in support of the album throughout 2011.

DEBUT ALBUM ‘ANIMAL’
“A joyful mash of pounding electronica” Guardian
“Fuzzy dancefloor joy that will nudge them into the big league” NME
“Terrific, heartfelt, premier-league party starters” Time Out
“Stunning from beginning to end” Artrocker
“A fine offering, worthy of global domination” 10/10 IDJ
Electro album of the month Mixmag
“An auspicious debut” 4/5 Financial Times
“Killer…delivering more than just a promise” 8/10 Loud and Quiet

DJ FEEDBACK

Jaymo & Andy George BBC Radio 1 – “Bringing together all the elements of Autokratz we love, effortless vocal & the soul shaking electro they’re renowned for.”
Etienne D’Crecy – “It’s a Hit.”
Brodinski – “Wow! big up!”
Alex Metric – “LOVE the new autoKratz. Amazing”
Mixhell – “Killing it again!!!! full support!”
Boris Dlugosch – “Wow. Impressive. What a promising start for a new label.”
NT89 – “Bad Life is gonna be BIG”

Download:autoKratz ‘Opposite of Love’ (North Lights Vs Perseus Remix)

The long awaited return of autoKratz with the Opposite of Love EP
Remixes come from Les Petits Pilous (Boys Noize), NT89 (Southern Fried) + Joe & Will Ask? (MOS).

Download autoKratz ‘Opposite of Love’ (North Lights Vs Perseus Remix) 320

AutoKratz – Opposite of Love (North Lights ft. Perseus Remix) by extramusicnew
It’s the first single taken from the band’s second album Self Help for Beginners, which is set for release in March 2011, and follows 2009’s acclaimed Kitsuné debut Animal which spawned the worldwide smashes ‘Stay the Same’ and ‘Always More’.

It will be the first release on Bad Life, a new imprint being launched for 2011.

Official EP Release Date: 24th January 2010

Brodinski: “the original tracks are really good! but for playing out i will prefer the NT89 rmx! Really really good remix!! big up!”

Jaymo & Andy George (BBC Radio 1): “Opposite of Love brings together all the elements of Autokratz we love, effortless vocal & the soul shaking electro they’re renowned for. The Petits Pilous remix then takes it to the club in a big way – massive…”

Alex Metric: “LOVE the originals. Amazing”

BeatauCue: “Loving the LPP mix”

Malente: “nt89 amazing once again, original is a great popsong!”

Boris D’luglosch: “That LPP Mix is Killer!!! Full support here.”

AutoKratz- Opposite of Love EP new album ‘Self Help for Beginners’ march 2011

AUTOKRATZ RETURN WITH NEW EP, ALBUM 2 FOR MARCH 2011
& ANNOUNCE NEW RECORD LABEL ‘BAD LIFE’
CAT: BL1
Release Date: Monday 24th January
AutoKratz are back with the Opposite of Love EP.

Having started off by releasing a string of EP’s tailor-made for pummeling dancefloors, their 2009 Kitsuné debut Animal shone like a gem at a time saturated with electronic music. Always More and Stay The Same resonated through airwaves and clubs wherever you went.

Fast forward to now, and Opposite of Love is as big as they come. It shows autoKratz pushing their sound further, into a mix of forceful bass, coldwave and big room sounds all contributing to create a unique modern anthem.

Remixes will come from Les Petits Pilous (Boys Noize), NT89 (Southern Fried) + Joe & Will Ask? (MOS)
Opposite of Love – PREVIEW by autokratz
It is to be the first single taken from the bands second album, titled Self Help for Beginners, which will be released in the early spring of 2011. Judging by Opposite of Love, not to mention collaborations from the likes of Jagz Kooner and Primal Scream, the new album is certainly packed with promise.

It’s all to be released on Bad Life, a new imprint being launched for 2011. More will emerge soon about the other people featuring in this exciting collective; something the band has been keen to set up of for a long time.

In four fast years autoKratz have remixed artists as diverse as La Roux and Underworld, whilst having developed a reputation for being one of the finest live acts in electronic music.
Made of Glue – PREVIEW by autokratz
Their never ending world tour continues to take them to all the corners of the globe, with highlights having so far included Pukkelpop, Lowlands, Solidays, Parklife Australia, Dour, Glastonbury and Koko in London.

Anyone who has borne witness to one of their legendary live shows, or got a record, or even read an interview will surely understand that the bands work ethic is solely driven by their unwaring devotion to music. There is a propulsive energy about this band that makes them special.

ANIMAL
“A joyful mash of pounding electronica” Guardian
“Fuzzy dancefloor joy that will nudge them into the big league” NME
“Terrific, heartfelt, premier-league party starters” Time Out
“Stunning from beginning to end” Artrocker
“A fine offering, worthy of global domination” 10/10 IDJ
Electro album of the month Mixmag
“An auspicious debut” 4/5 Financial Times
“Killer…delivering more than just a promise” 8/10 Loud and Quiet

Autokratz – Japanese Popstars mix(for free)+ Playing Club NME @ Koko this Friday

autoKratz – Kick (USA TOUR VIDEO)

Follow the link to download the massive brand new remix from THE JAPANESE POPSTARS of recent autoKratz single KICK.

http://www.autokratz.com/jp
autoKratz have returned the favour by remixing the popstars new single DESTROY featuring Jon Spencer, which is out on July 1st and was previously Pete Tongs Essential new tune.

autoKratz will play club NME at KOKO this Friday, on stage at midnight, with the bands brand new live show.

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Autokratz – Kick(free download)

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The long awaited return of autoKratz comes with colossal new track KICK, produced by Primal Scream & Kasabian studio luminary JAGZ KOONER, and features Primal Scream guitarist ANDREW INNES.
This EP will be available for free download on autokratz.com from 28th April.

autoKratz will follow the success of 2009’s debut ‘Animal’ with Kick, a brand new EP set for release on Thursday 28th April. Jagz Kooner got behind the controls on the A-Side and has helped the band to create a dark and pounding electronic anthem. The track guests the XTRMTR-era guitar eruption of Primal Scream’s Andrew Innes, coupled with the Kitsune-signed outfit’s typical arsenal of battering electronics.

The EP shows an exciting development of the autoKratz sound, indicative of why the band’s second album due later this year is so brimming with promise.

The B-Side sees the official release of the ruthless Skin Machine, a track which swept across the blogosphere like wildfire back in February. Furthermore, there’s a devastating remix from Japanese Popstars who deliver an enormous main-room take on things, once again fulfilling the hype bestowed upon them and comes after they recently scored Pete Tong’s ‘Essential New Tune.’

On release, all tracks will be offered for free from the band’s official website to thank the fans for their support, and will certainly give electronic music some serious food for thought as the band take to the road once more.
autoKratz will celebrate the release of Kick with a gig at KOKO in London on Saturday 1st May as part of The Camden Crawl.
In the last 3 years autoKratz have developed a reputation for being one of the finest live acts in electronic music. They have recently taken their exhilarating show yet further, starting 2010 with a brand new set up. Now joined by drummer Robin Rigoulet, the 3 piece will take to the road from the Spring for club shows and festivals across the globe.

Last year saw band complete a world tour of over 200 shows, the highlights of which included scoring one of the top 10 biggest selling electronic albums in Japan, where they toured with THE PRODIGY. As part of this mammoth tour they have also played rapturous festival sets at Pukkelpop, Lowlands, Solidays, Parklife Australia, Dour and second headline to Underworld on Sunday at GLADE FESTIVAL.

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