Monthly Archives: July 2014
The Superhero Summer Mixtape
Summer is the perfect time for larger-than-life superhero blockbuster movies and lots and lots of killer new music. And since I haven’t put out a new mixtape since last December I thought I might embrace the superhero aesthetic and go nuts … Continue reading
Allie X – Bitch
Allie X’s “Bitch” has already carved out a little place in my heart as one of my favorite videos of 2014. Instantly its eerie, swirling tones sucked me in while a voice reminiscent of Lana Del Ray–only with more heart, soul and … Continue reading
Rosa G – Fourth of July
Don’t remember the words to “America the Beautiful”? Tired of having to sing our National Anthem over and over again because we can’t stop winning everything? Well, then you’re in luck, because Rosa G has bestowed upon us a brand new … Continue reading
Seinabo Sey – Younger / Hard Time (Toyboy & Robin Remix)
“Younger” is Seinabo Sey’s upbeat anthem for getting your ass up off the couch and doing something with your life. Her uplifting lyrics preach proactive optimism while the song’s melody combines a modern club feel with classical string arrangements and … Continue reading
Hundred Waters – Xtalk / Murmurs / Cavity
I can’t even begin to come up with enough kind words to say about Hundred Waters. Their stunningly gorgeous sound is like something out of a fairy tale, like slowly waking up from a pleasant dream while taking a nap on a … Continue reading
Die Antwoord – Pitbull Terrier
Never ones to be boring, Die Antwoord’s new video for “Pitbull Terrier” is just as batshit crazy as all of their other videos and just like the others this is another can’t miss. Ninja plays the titular anthropomorphized pitbull terrier who … Continue reading
Basement Jaxx – Sereia de Bahia (Mermaid of Bahia)
In honor of Brazil hosting the World Cup Basement Jaxx recently re-released their Ibiza anthem “Mermaid of Salinas” with new Portuguese lyrics sung by Nina Miranda, and in my humble opinion the changes have made the song way better. (Check the … Continue reading
DyE – She’s Bad (feat. Egyptian Lover)
If the name DyE sounds vaguely familiar to you it’s probably because his trippy, outstanding and completely fucked up NSFW video “Fantasy” is still burned into your subconsciousness. Still not ringing any bells? Feel free to check it out again if you … Continue reading
Jaaska – Chinna Chinna (காதல் காதல்)
“Chinna Chinna’s” Indian-influenced, Bollywood-via-1990’s-internet beats are one of my favorite discoveries from my self-imposed exile. Listening to this song is like getting a little taste of nirvana on your tongue while balancing lotus flowers on your fingertips. Pure bliss. Don’t be surprised if you … Continue reading
Avicii & Rick Astley – Never Gonna Wake You Up (Nils Mash-up)
I totally get that it’s probably a tad bit cruel on my part that my first post I make after a much too long absence is essentially a RickRoll, but hear me out. This infectiously giddy mash-up by Nils, composed of three of possibly the most annoying … Continue reading