Bipolar Sunshine announces brand new single ‘Daydreamer'(Stream)

Bipolar Sunshine will kick off 2015 with the release of a new single ‘Daydreamer’ released on 25th January followed by a UK headline tour in March and April.

Bipolar Sunshine is the Manchester raised alternative pop sound of Adio Marchant. With an eclectic new-age ambient soundscape and melancholy soulful lyrics, he conjures up the romance of escapism, drawing inspiration from life’s wonders and imperfections.

He has built an avid following through the release of two EPs and a collection of singles, most recently with ‘Deckchairs on the Moon’ and ‘Future (Part 1)’ ft. Goldlink, and with live shows, including support dates with the likes of A$AP Mob, London Grammar, Rudimental and Bastille, along with his own packed out headline shows and festival appearances.

New single ‘Daydreamer’ incorporates everything Bipolar Sunshine has become so known and so loved for. An atypical pop track, which blends both the despondent and the upbeat with intelligent and unique lyrics and a vast, all-encompassing chorus. The song is a collaboration with SBTRKT and was produced by Fraser T Smith (Adele, Lily Allen, Sam Smith)

Currently finishing work on his debut album, set to be released next summer, Bipolar Sunshine is heading out on his biggest UK headline tour to date in March and April next year. The headline tour will kick off on 26th March in Dublin and will include a show at London’s Heaven before a final night hometown show on 17th April at Manchester’s The Ritz. Full live dates are as follows:
March:

Thu 26th Dublin Whelans

Fri 27th Belfast Limelight

Sat 28th Edinburgh Electric Circus

Sun 29th Glasgow Oran Mor

Tues 31st Newcastle Think Tank at Riverside

April:

Wed 1st Leeds Belgrave Music Hall

Thu 2nd Liverpool Kazimier

Fri 3rd Nottingham Rescue Rooms

Tues 7th Leicester The Scholar

Wed 8th Birmingham The Library at The Institute

Thu 9th Oxford O2 Academy 2

Fri 10th Cambridge The Junction

Sun 12th Bristol Thekla

Mon 13th Brighton The Haunt

Tues 14th Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms

Thur 16th London Heaven

Fri 17th Manchester The Ritz

SBTRKT announces new album “Wonder Where We Land” and world wide tour dates + Stream the first single “NEW DORP NEW YORK” featuring Ezra Koenig

Today, SBTRKT announces details of his much-anticipated second album. The London-based producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist will release Wonder Where We Land on September 23rd on Young Turks.
Wonder Where We Land follows his critically acclaimed eponymous debut album and a recent interim release of six instrumentals called Transitions, which joined the creative dots between the first and second albums.
Since the release of his debut album in 2011, SBTRKT has cemented his role as one of the most acclaimed electronic artists and performers around. What began as praise in his hometown of London has now reached to every corner of the globe.

SBTRKT
WONDER WHERE WE LAND
22nd SEPTEMBER 2014
YOUNG TURKS

1. Day 1
2. Wonder Where We Land (feat. Sampha)
3. Lantern
4. Higher (feat. Raury)
5. Day 5
6. Look Away (feat. Caroline Polachek)
7. Osea (feat. Koreless)
8. Temporary View (feat. Sampha)
9. NEW DORP. NEW YORK (feat Ezra Koenig)
10. Everybody Knows
11. Problem (Solved) (feat. Jessie Ware)
12. If It Happens (feat. Sampha)
13. Gon Stay (feat. Sampha)
14. The Light (feat. Denai Moore)
15. Voices In My Head (feat. A$AP Ferg)

Pre-order Links:
Standard: http://smarturl.it/WonderWhereWeLand
Deluxe: http://smarturl.it/WonderWhereWeLandDLX

Check out the first single “NEW DORP. NEW YORK. (feat. Ezra Koenig)”

SBTRKT’s captivating and ever changing live show will be touring the world for the rest of the year. Catch him at the following dates:

2014 / 2015 Tour Dates
UK
09/26/14 – Leeds, UK @ O2 Academy
09/27/14 – Glasgow, UK @ O2 ABC
09/29/14 – Bristol, UK @ O2 Academy
09/30/14 – Manchester, UK @ Albert Hall
10/01/14 – Nottingham, UK @ Rock City
10/02/14 – London, UK @ Brixton Academy

Europe
11/08/14 – Turin, Italy @ C2C
11/10/14 – Munich, Germany @ Theaterfabrik
11/11/14 – Berlin, Germany @ Astra
11/12/14 – Warsaw, Poland @ Basen
11/13/14 – Hamburg, Germany @ Uebel & Gefährlich
11/15/14 – Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg @ Rockhal
11/16/14 – Amsterdam, Holland@ Melkweg
11/17/14 – Gent, Belgium @ Vooruit
11/18/14 – Paris, France @ Trianon

North America
10/07/14 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
10/09/14 – New Orleans, LA @ Republic New Orleans
10/10/14 – Houston, TX @ House Of Blues
10/11/14 – Mexico City, MX @ Corona Capital Music Festival
10/12/14 – Dallas, TX @ House Of Blues
10/14/14 – Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee Theatre
10/15/14 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco Theater
10/16/14 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco Theatre
10/17/14 – Oakland, CA @ The Fox
10/18/14 – Las Vegas, NV @ House Of Blues
10/20/14 – Denver, CO @ The Ogden
10/23/14 – Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre
10/24/14 – Cleveland, OH @ House Of Blues
10/25/14 – Washington, DC @ Lincoln Theatre
10/26/14 – New York, NY @ Terminal 5
10/29/14 – Boston, MA @ Royale
10/31/14 – Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall
11/01/14 – Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall

Deep Heads to release compilation ft. James Blake, SBTRKT, Sampha(Preview)

Deep Heads, a label famed for its continual championing of the most exciting music from the dubstep genre, is proud to announce the release of ‘Deep Heads Dubstep Vol. 1‘, a 2-disc compilation to be released on 21^stApril.

‘Deep Heads Dubstep Vol. 1’ is set to cement the label’s reputation for showcasing dubstep music of the highest quality. Featuring a mixture of unforgettable classics and exclusive, unreleased tracks, this compilation will both satisfy the hungriest of dubstep diehards as well as offer the perfect introduction to the genre to those less familiar with the thriving UK scene.

The compilation is mixed by George Harris, aka Geode, who is hailed as one of dubstep’s most important new producers. Geode spent his early teens experimenting with drum and bass production and has now developed a unique take on the genre; an eclectic fusion of deep-seated bass lines with jazzy riffs. A founding member of the Chord Marauders collective, the mix perfectly demonstrates the young artist’s talents as a DJ.

The dubstep that Deep Heads are representing with this release is one inspired by the UK Bass driven scene, pulling heavily on influences from UK Garage, drum and bass, grime, dub, reggae and jazz – setting it apart from the ‘faux-dubstep’ of the club-oriented scene.

The compilation is unique in its equal representation of upcoming talent, such as Congi, Audialist and Jafualongside some of the genre’s most famous names, which include James Blake, SBTRKT, Sampha, Synkro, Submotion Orchestra, Numbernin6 and Biome.

As well as the almighty compilation, the CD will include a download card for all tracks to be downloaded individually as an extra thank you to fans.

Deep Heads Dubstep Vol. 1 – Tracklisting
CD1 Track
1 Geode Amber
2 Biome Havana VIP
3 Facta & K-Lone Voodoo
4 Jafu Dundas
5 Congi Somnium
6 Biome feat. Fox No Soul (Soulful Edit)
7 Menik & Sublok feat. Ni Foster Our Own
8 Subreachers Mental Vortex
9 Versa & Rowl Theory Of One
10 Commit Drift Away
11 Geode feat. C Tivey Ruh
12 Geode, Congi & B9 Scrumpy
13 Trashbat Ink & Pink
14 Submotion Orchestra All Night
15 Audialist Serpent
16 Geode Jade VIP
17 Numbernin6 Singularity
18 Congi Rotation
19 Audialist Dead
20 Lewis B Pinball
21 Geode Variations On A Theme
22 FybeOne Fountain
23 Biome Alternate
24 Synkro If Only
25 Synkro Back Then
26 Lou Millar Brute Heart (Matrices Remix)
27 Biome Light
28 Congi Somnium VIP

CD2 Track
1 James Blake & Airhead Pembroke
2 SBTRKT & Sampha Break Off
3 Thelem Canopy Of Concerns
4 Commit & Matrices Menehune
5 DFRNT Whup
6 Warsa Nightfall
7 Rowl Copan

SBTRKT debuts Transitions

“This is music written over the last year, whilst recording for my second album. Much of the music I released before my debut album was instrumental and I want to continue to share this side of the music I make. This series of tracks is titled TRANSITIONS. ” – SBTRKT

Since the release of his debut album in 2011, SBTRKT has cemented his role as one of the most acclaimed electronic artists and performers around. What began as praise in his hometown of London has now reached to every corner of the globe.

Today, SBTRKT launches ‘Transitions’, a collection of six instrumentals written and produced over the past year that reference the creative process that led to his debut album. Each track is available to hear at transitions.sbtrkt.com , a  beautiful and fully interactive website that has been designed by long term collaborator A Hidden Place (who is responsible for the design and manufacture of SBTRKT’s now trademark tribal mask) and PARTY, a renowned Japanese creative agency.

The Transitions series will be released through Young Turks on three individual 12″ records. Each one will feature artwork and 2D Moiré animation by A Hidden Place. The action of removing the inner bag from its sleeve creates a unique visual effect which is replicated digitally by moving the mouse on the Transitions website.

The 6 individual tracks are available for download (in 320kbps, WAV & FLAC format) from transitions.sbtrkt.com.

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