New York, New York

Hey Everyone!

I know, it’s been WAY TOO LONG since I last posted, but I guess my last post “Sounds Like Calvin Harris” had some infringement to it, which is why I had to delete it. 

Anyway, other reasons why I’ve been slacking on writing so much is because I have been trying to work on music / got a day job.

I guess the only way to make up for it is to give you all a small preview of the demos I have been working on. Just a warning, all of the songs are not complete, they are just rough sketches of what I’ve been working on.

The first demo is just an idea I got by re-working a Jackson 5 sample. I like the direction it’s heading in, but need to decide what the vocals will be. MC? Female vocals? Male? Any suggestions?

Kid Color – Untitled (Demo)

The second demo is this remix of “Bounce” by MSTRKRFT. The original sample I used to play around with in this one is “You’re The One For Me” by D-Train. After talking it over with my friend Mike (from Black Holes) I’ve decided to scratch the whole remix in general, but to still try and use the sample for an original, because, let’s be honest, the sample is soo cool!

MSTRKRFT – Bounce (Kid Color Remix) [DEMO]

 

 

 

In other news, I’m going to New York for the first time Thursday, November 20th! If you’re out there feel free to give me a holler. I’ll be there ’til the Saturday, the 22nd.

‘ll be playing a show the night of the 20th, with friends French Horn Rebellion. They’re music is super fun and they’re great guys. If you haven’t heard of them, be sure to check them out!

“Up All Night” by French Horn Rebellion

Róisín vs. Sophie

Róisín Murphy

So here’ the story:

From the information I’ve been reading on both artists it turns out Calvin Harris originally produced this song called “Off And On” for Irish, electronica singer Róisín Murphy. She sung on the original demo, but in the end decided that the song was “too poppy” and different from the sound she was aiming for on her new album “Overpowered”. The demo soon leaked and created a lot of buzz. The song remained unreleased, but then then British singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor took on the song for her new upcoming album.


Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Most people seem to think Róisín’s version is more “On” and Sophie’s is “Off”, but it’s hard for me to say.

Róisín Murphy – Off And On (Unreleased)

Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Off And On


Sounds Like Calvin Harris exclusive
The only thing better than a song produced by Calvin Harris is a song that’s both produced AND remixed by Calvin Harris. I love busting this song out whenever possible in my sets. It’s super catchy and danceable and I’m not going to lie, I like it a lot more than both the originals.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Off And On (Calvin Harris Remix)

Your Love Is Like The Holy Ghost!

I know Holy Ghost has already had their name out there for awhile, but I’m not going to lie, they’re one of my favorite groups to come in the last year or so. Since they produce a sound that has a special place in my heart, it would only be right for me to post about them.

I’ve always been inspired by the disco era and Holy Ghost definitely takes elements from the genre and add their own unique style. They add enough danceable melodies and emotion it can make anyone want to cry on the dance floor.

Sounds Like Color exclusive question:
What sub-genre would best describe Holy Ghost!?

a) Nu-Disco?
b) Nü-Disco?
c) Neu-Disco?

Holy Ghost! – Hold On

Nick and Alex of Holy Ghost!

Holy Ghost! Remixes:

Panthers – Goblin City (Holy Ghost! Disco Dub)

Cut Copy – Hearts On Fire (Holy Ghost! Remix)

Cut Copy – Hearts On Fire (Holy Ghost! Instrumental)

Moby – I Love To Move In Here (Holy Ghost! Remix)

Only Fools And Horses – Spectacle Wins (Holy Ghost! Remix)

Here is a clip of the band working in the studio on their single “Hold On”. Oh what? Who is that sitting in the opening shot? Oh that’s only the chubbiest man in dance music, DFA label co-owner and Mr. LCD himself, James Murphy helping with production. If anyone can lead the Nü-Disco revolution it’d be J. Murphy.

To see more videos from Holy Ghost’s personal YouTube page, click here.

Black Holes

I figured that my first non-Kid Color related post should not only be about a Chicago artist, but one of my best friends.

My good friend/roommate Mike Perry (El Topo) and Harry Hart just recently formed the electro/fidget house fusion duo Black Holes.

They first made they appearance on the blogosphere by having their remix of Chicago act Hollywood Holt’s “Caked Up” posted by DJ/label owner Franki Chan on his own iheartcomix blog. Check out the post here.

They’ve also been praised by other well known blogs like Hot Biscuits, D-Squared, and Trash Bag Kids.

Anyway, I know both Harry and Mike personally, and they definitely know their shit. They’re with out a doubt going to be gigging everywhere soon, so you should definitely check them out now.

I don’t spin too much fidget house, but I know what I like. And I definitely like Black Holes.

El Topo & Harry Hart

Black Holes – I’m A Beast

Hollywood Holt – Caked Up (Black Holes Remix)