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The Chainsmokers vs. Dragonette – Let It Go (Chainsmokers Filter No. 2)
Hmmm so I’m not sure if it’s the super clutch vocals on this one, or the actual song that I have fallen in love with on this one. I mean, who doesn’t love Dragonette? Martina Sorbara has always been a personal fave of mine when it comes to female singer songwriters, but this song is super upbeat and catchy and its almost impossible not to fall in love with The Chainsmokers simply upon the first listen. I love this song, as well as almost everything else I have listened to of theirs so far… So definitely be expecting to hear more of them from here. SOOO DAMN GOOD. Get your dance on folks. Peace and Love.
- Kelsey
Nadia Ali @ Monarch Theatre PHOENIX, AZ MAY 26
Nadia Ali will also be paying a very welcome visit to Phoenix in this glorious month of May, and continue to break in the new Monarch Theatre in downtown Phoenix. Known for her vocals in Rapture, Feels so Good, Keep it Coming (which we covered an epic remix of), iiO, etc. the girl has an amazing set of pipes and incredible attractiveness to accompany it. Rapture was one of the first songs I ever heard when I came into the EDM scene years ago, and her vocals still haunt me with utmost beauty. You can bet I’ll be at this show. Cheers
The Details:
When: Saturday May 26 9:00pm – 2:00am
Where: Monarch Theatre, Phoenix
Ages: 21+
Price: presale is still available and $11.20 but if it sells out it’ll be $22.40 Get Tickets Here
-Kevin
Zonderling – Sonderling (Original Mix)
Who is Zonderling?! Well from what I could dig up in 15 minutes from the seemingly elussive artist is that he is from the Netherlands, works under the Klopfgeist Record, and I really like this track! Sonderling was shown to me by a friend named Austin, and I have no idea how he found it, but am grateful for the share. What’s most enjoyable about this track is that it is very mimilastic for a progressive house tune, but every sound is absolutely necessary to the overall composure. The video above definitely accommodates the potentially mysterious and dreaminess vibe the track can give off. Whoever you are Zonderling, we here at ESOM are watching and beg for more! You can buy the track on Beatport. Cheers
-Kevin
Alesso – Years (Vocal Mix) *BBC Radio 1 Preview*
I see that DJs and producers are starting to crank out what are sure to be some of the dance anthems of the summer (maybe even the year)! How do you really pick a favorite though? I figured out how to deal with this dilemma… I just decided that I won’t pick one over the other. Be looking for a post in the next month that will contain an epic summer playlist that will constantly be updated as all of our favorite DJs continue to pump out new mixes.
This tune is definitely one that will make that cut too. Right now he is giving us a little taste, but Alesso always creates huge dance tracks and this is no exception. Its a feel good tune that will get ya up and dancing and feeling great. DOING IT BIG! Can’t wait for the complete full length release!! Check it out. Enjoy!
- Kelsey
Martin Solveig – The Night Out (Madeon Remix)
Well, this is just a pleasant surprise. What a cool little remix here by Madeon. I mean, I’m a fan of Martin Solveig, and I love the original, but shoot its hard not to love this remix!! So catchy! So upbeat! This remix is where it is at. I’m making this one of my summer anthems for sure, and I obviously recommend you do the same. Killer dance tune. Get up! Dance! Get happy! Enjoy!
- Kelsey
Hujje – Haunting Me (Original Mix)
Hello to our avid fans and followers… SOOO I’m incredibly sorry for my lengthy absence! Sick doesn’t even begin to describe how terrible I felt this past week and a half, but I’m back and ready to bring you some KICK ASS TUNES! Starting off with this feel good electro/trancelike/house mix. Holy hell it just packs the punch there doesn’t it?? So many awesome dance genres in one? Plus you have Hujje crankin this mix out? Couldn’t really ask for more now could ya? Hope this killer mix makes up for me being gone! Enjoy!
-Kelsey
Congorock – Monolith and Agarta (Two Original Mixes)
Haven’t heard anything from Congorock in quite some time! They just released two new tracks titled Monolith and Agarta. Monolith is my favorite because like the name suggests, the thing is frakkin massive. The lead us in with an epic intro before capturing our attention with modified strings as the build continues to grow. Finally at 1:28 we are relieved of painful pressure and unleashed to rage to eastern synths and beats of the jungle! We aren’t left in safety after that point in the song, as there is another massive build and drop. Get the two tracks here on Beatport! Cheers
Monolith (Original Mix)
Agarta (Original Mix)
-Kevin
Corderoy feat. Little Neve White – Run Into The Sun (Original Vocal Mix)
Run Into The Sun is Corderoy’s first single to be released with the High Contrast label, and a brilliant piece of trance work at that. The intro starts off kinda of slow, dreamy, and with beautiful haunting vocals. Then everything changes at the 3:00 mark. Surprisingly there are a few back ground whomps that clearly have dub influence- but for all you hardcore trance fans like myself, don’t be deterred by this statement. They are very minimal, and work perfectly for such a big room trance track. Get this version and other edits on Beatport. Cheers
-Kevin
Bingo Players @ Wild Knight Scottsdale, AZ
The guys who just brought us L’Amour are coming into town. That’s right Bingo Players will be in Old Town Scottsdale next Wednesday March 28. They have quickly risen to high ranks in the electronic scene playing at events around the world such as EDC, Tomorrowland, Dirty Dutch Mystery Land, etc. What’s remarkable about the dynamic duo is their ability to rally the crowd and get the dance floor moving with epic remixes and rolling guerrilla fart bass.
The Details:
When: Wednesday March 28, 2012
Where: Wild Knight Scottsdale, Arizona
Ages: 21+
Price: $11.20 (fees included) Get Tickets Here
-Kevin
Tiësto’s In The Booth Episode 10
Concluding the first series of Tiësto‘s In The Booth, Episode 10 travels to Los Angeles for the biggest U.S. DJ gig in history. 26,000 fans visited the Home Depot Center to watch Tiësto to play, which is very very impressive. Overall I think the series was very insightful and useful for providing fans/other artists a glimpse into how much work, travel, and fun goes into the job as one of the biggest DJs ever. Looking forward to see where they take the next installment of the series.
Azealia Banks vs. Steve Angello – Knas 212 (Dj Óli Geir Bootleg)
Knas is the classic electro house track that brings me back to EDC 2010. It’s really nice to see the songs revival in a mash with Azealia Banks‘ 212. DJ Óli Geir from Iceland stitches together the upbeat pace of Knas with the quick and witty vocals in 212. The result is a bootleg that hits particularly hard on the second drop. Take a listen below and download for free in the Soundcloud player! Cheers
-Kevin
Noisia – Machine Gun (Amon Tobin Remix)
Machine Gun is a song released by Noisia back in 2010. Hell, the remixes came out then for this song too. However, I didn’t discover the Amon Tobin Remix of the track until maybe over a month ago. It’s been so creepy and catchy I had to share. The track is electronic but it gives off the vibe that you are in some future post-apocalyptic world being chased by deadly machinery. Deadly, but certainly not dreary. Get the song here on iTunes or via Direct Download. Cheers
-Kevin
Event: tyDi @ Smashboxx Scottsdale (March 15th)
Looks like tyDi is coming to town a week from today! He has been voted at Australia’s #1 DJ for the past two years, is constantly a name of reference in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs from around the world, and finally often has tracks high up on 1001 Tracklists & Beatport upon release. Oh and let’s not forget he dropped his most recent album Shooting Stars in the fall, which was followed by a massive remix of Talking To Myself by Mason & Dragen as seen above! It’s a small venue so seeing him will be super personal!
The Details:
When: Thursday March 15 from 9:00pm – 2:00am
Where: Smashboxx in Old Town Scottsdale
Ages: 21+
Price: $11.20 (fees included) Get your Tickets Here!
-Kevin
Backcornerz & Felvez – Show Me Amazing Love
Show Me Love has hit the hearts of many artists and produces as an instant house classic since its first debut in the late ’90s. There have been many remixes, bootlegs, and edits to the track over the years by many top-name artists that have given the track a little more love (pun intended). Backcornerz now joins the ranks of the elite with their new twist titled Show Me Amazing Love. In this song you will hear the passionate lyrics alongside some new phat synths and cheerful kicks. The track really flows well. Get it here for free off the Direct Download! Cheers
-Kevin
Featured: The Control Freakz
An Irish Dance duo called known as The Control Freakz has our undivided attention today. They specialize in adding flavor, spice, and everything nice in their bootlegs. Two of said bootlegs really made our ears tingle. The first was Groove Armada’s Superstylin’ which is a classic. What’s added to this track is a more housey feel and makes me wanna kick it on a beach in the tropics. The second bootleg of interest is Lykke Li’s I Follow Rivers. In this track we get more of a happy dance vibe. Check them both out and download them for free below! Cheers
Superstylin’ Bootleg Direct Download
I Follow Rivers Bootleg Direct Download
-Kevin
Tiësto’s In The Booth Episode 9
The College Invasion Tour episode! Taking place last fall, Tiësto and Porter Robinson toured University campuses mainly on both the east and west coast, and saw a huge positive response. This episode helps to highlight just how integrated electronic dance music is with today’s youth. Two points the video made that are completely relavent is first that Electronic Music has been mainstream around the world for some time now, and America is finally catching up! The second statement was that news, television, and radio in the US have all done a poor job of responding to and reporting this huge movement. Tiësto says that the scene movement is still technically underground, and I would agree but it certainly is making a break for pushing out- and very soon I might add! Cheers to electronic music and PLUR! <3
-Kevin
Laidback Luke @ Wild Knight Scottsdale (March 8th)
It’s not too late to get your tickets and go see Laidback Luke this thursday evening up in Scottsdale! As I’m sure you are aware, Laidback Luke is known for highly energetic shows that really hit hard making it you irresistible to dancing to the bouncing bass. He recently paired up with Arno Cost and Norman Doray to deliver us Trilogy which can be heard below. Details continue past the song.
When: 9:00pm THIS Thursday March 8th
Where: Wild Knight in Old Town Scottsdale
Ages: 21+
Tickets: GA tickets here for only $15! Tickets Here
-Kevin
Starkillers & Dmitry KO – Light It Up (Original Mix)
Starkillers and Dmitry KO team up to knock us out with this killer tune Light It Up. Featuring some catchy synths the buildup is accompanied by equally catchy vocals which lead into a nice bassline. I can see a tent full of about 10^23 lasers going off to this song. Take a hear below and get it now on Beatport or via Direct Download! Cheers!
-Kevin
Miike Snow – Paddling Out (Wolfgang Gartner Remix)
Oh okay, I feel you right now Wolfgang Gartner… I feel you. This remix of Miike Snow‘s Paddling Out is ill. Keeping the integrity of the original version, this remix has a catchy melody and hyped up beat that definitely gets these dancing feet going. Almost an old-timey feel with vamped up modern touches. I like it. I REALLY like it. Thoughts? Press play and enjoy!
- Kelsey
Beyond Wonderland Official Trailer
Yep it’s out now. I have received confirmation that we will be covering Beyond Wonderland this year, so expect a followup writing! It’s still not too late to grab your tickets and experience the magic as I discussed in my last post. The trailer video certainly highlights that the costuming will again be superb this year! Cheers
-Kevin
