Whenever I hear Corono’s classic “Rhythm of the Night,” all I wanna do is run outside and start fist pumpin! Now we get an even fist pumpier() version with Kim Fai’s “Zen” mashed in Excellent! (Bill and Ted voice) Ok, just listen to it… no more doofus remarks from me.
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Talk about mashing up two of the best remixes with two of the loveliest vocals of the year and topping it all off with a little MJ intro… how the hell could you not love this Ipaneema takes everything I love about Skrillex’s remix of “Cinema” – Gary Go & those high-touch synths – and lays it with Madeon’s infamous “Raise Your Weapon” remix, which outclasses Deadmau5’s original in every way.
I do wish a bit more of the “Cinema” beat from Skrillex’s remix was highlighted – especially those synths, so melodic – but I guess that grimey dubstep may not work too well here.
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We’ve got more bass in yo face with Cleindl’s dubstep remix of “The Longest Road,” featuring the ever lovely Lissie. That wobble gives me goosebumps every time I feel it, but it might need a little clean me up from what I can tell right now. Although, I may just grow into those dirty wobbles, I’ll have to give it a while, but I’ll get back to y’all for sure (or probably won’t).
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These buzzed out bass remixes are taking over the airwaves here on SNG and goddamn do I love it.
Next up is the tantalizing Bjork in her “Venus as a Boy,” remixed by Parker. Can’t believe I never got all that into her, I guess it took these hypnotic dubstep beats for me to fall in loove. And damn am I in loove.
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One of the most overplayed tracks of ’97, “Sex and Candy” is about as telling of the 90’s as any other song. While I’m still trying to get over the original, I’m always up for bringing the 90’s back!… or is it forward
Papa Skunk’s crunk remix of “Sex and Candy” brings that electro-bass rumbling with a soft piano play on top. I don’t know how he got them to work off each other so well, but this is one dank take on Marcy Playground’s classic.
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I don’t care what you say, Maroon 5’s “Moves Like Jagger” is one catchy little tune. But even catchier is Basic Physics mashup of “Moves Like Jagger” with a Guetta beat. However, I’ve been waiting too long for a dubstep remix and now it’s finally here.
Aaron Bond’s dubstep remix starts out with a pleasant dubstep starter package. However, when the bass drops it feels stale and lacks any organic elements. I get the whole industrial (non-organic) dubstep, but this lacks any filth to give it that. Once again it seems like the drop is the deciding factor in dubstep and Bond comes up just short – though, I can be a bit of a prude at times :p
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WZRD is Cudi’s next step, bringing in Dot Da Genius and forming an electro-intoxicating rock duo. Their first single, “Brake,” still has some of the old Cudi, but with a whole lotta new. Whether you like their psychedelic rap-rock or not, Cudi’s flow is still on that mind-numbing, next level shyt. And this is just the start – can’t wait for what’s to come (early) next year.
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Klashin up Ozzy Osbourne and Metallica with dubstep breaks all around was just meant to be. I’ve always thought dubstep was made for heavy metal, as I’m sure many others have, and although it’s only getting play in the mashup/remix art, right now, it’s slowly creeping into the mainstream.
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The blogs have been buzzin about Alex Clare’s soulful seduction. He reminds me of an up-to-date Tracy Chapman that’s British.. and male… and ginger ;) I can’t quite pinpoint why, yet – I think it’s that punch-like soul. Whatever it is, this style is in need of a revival and Clare fits the bill. He’s gonna be a huge hit, you wait and see –
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Not only can Bobby C funk out some of my favorite classic rap tracks (check it), but he also puts a fiine ghetto funk spin to some funny ass comedic bits. This time round he puts it on one of The Lonely Island’s best bits, “it’s not gay, when it’s in a 3-way.” Funny & Funky = good times.
If you’re diggin this, make sure to check his remix of Flight of the Conchords’ “Sugar Lumps.”
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