November 2011 ~ HotBox

ENiGMA Dubz - Badness (Free Remixes & More)

Dubstep news..........DANK 'N' DIRTY DUBZ have just released the ENiGMA Dubz - 'Badness Remixes EP' (ft. Retro, Legend4ry, & sMILOdon) [DANK005] To celebrate they've released a 5 tracks for FREE, which if you like your bass (and I bet you do) are well worth checking out...Grab them now below! These tracks hit HARD so turn those subs up. Keep an eye on the DANK 'N' DIRTY DUBZ soundcloud for plenty more free release in the future... Personal fave: Controlled Kaos - 'The Key v2', the...

Killed It - Extralonglife (Original Mix)

Another one here from Killed It, this time with some serious 8bit video game vibes. With sweet chord progression and heavy synths loaded all the way through, this 100% electro joy...similar to the likes of Unicorn Kid. I'm pretty sure if candy made music it would sound like this..... It's almost like it could be summer again.....swing by Killed It's soundcloud and show your support. Killed It - Extralonglife (Original Mix) by Killed...

Troy Gunner - Mindset009 EP

Experimental music, by it's very nature, isn't going to please everybody. You can't plunder the deepest, darkest depths of music and still appeal to a wide audience, but of course...who says it has to.... Along this vein, I present Manchester's Troy Gunner. Mindset Record's latest signing and pioneer of the post-dubstep/future garage scene. His debut EP "Mindset009" is an eclectic mix of field samples, bassy moods and highly textured, percussion led music. This is some of the most hectic and complex...

Spacecamp - Miko D.T.B

Some more disco indie/pop here, this time in the form of Spacecamp, a four piece band from Brooklyn. Spacecamp just recently released their debut EP "Alibi" on November 22, and have released this single “Miko D.T.B.” The track has a spacey galactic, indie/disco vibe with David Bowie esque moments. Band member Jon Wiley recently explained the meaning behind “Miko D.T.B.”: “Lyrically, the song is about a boat captain who is running a shipment of guns and narcotics from Brazil to the Keys for...

Album: Made In Heights - Aporia: In These Streets

Unfortunately the weekend is over, and i'm betting no one is ready to go back to work. Luckily i've got some good music for you. A brand new, full length album from Seattle band, Made In Heights, the project of Blue Scholars DJ/Producer Sabzi with vocals by Kelsey Bulkin. They describe themselves as, “mythical filth pop New York,” although there are traces of R&B and indie pop within the mix here. 'Aporia: In These Streets' is a cool combination of Bulkin’s celestial vocals,...

TEED - Dream On

TEED (Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs) is and has been my favorite electronic artist for a few years now. Everything he turns his hand too just comes out brilliantly, from 'Garden' to 'Household Goods' to 'Blood Pressure' to 'How Far' , TEED crosses electronic genre boundaries from Tech House through to Future/Garage and Ragga seamlessly and every time producing another unforgettable tune. His latest release 'How Far', represents yet another inventive and timeless track. This time we get a track...

Active Child - Diamond Heart (Man Without Country Remix)

Since their latest EP 'King Complex,' Man Without Country, the Welsh electronica band, have been making waves through the underground remix scene. Now the band are on remix duty for one of todays premiere electronic artists: Active Child. This remix of Active Child's 'Diamond Heart,' is taken from the L.A.-based producer's debut full-length 'You Are All I See' and features some really interesting acoustic elements....ranging from powerful church-hall drums, gothic vocals and surges...

My Double, My Brother - I Only Dream of Places Now

It's always nice when someone alerts you to a new emerging talent, especially when their sound is as encouraging as LA's My Double, My Brother. The band recently sent over their single and I really didn't know what to expect. In the end I was pleasantly surprised to hear one of the best indie tracks I've heard in a long time. 'I Only Dream of Places Now' is a wonderful mix of beautiful melodies, thought provoking lyrics and excellent production values. Add on top of that the lead singer's soothing...

Sweetheart of Kairi & CoMa - Last Summer Song

I'm tired, dizzy and there's a bitter taste in my mouth...it must be Sunday. Days like this are tough, with Monday lingering at the back of your mind and all that work you didn't do lingering far more obviously on your desk. On a day like this, I appreciate good soothing music more than ever, luckily i've got 'Last Summer Song' by the duo Sweetheart of Kairi. This is one beautiful, enchanting song, with the beautiful vocals of CoMa that will whisk you away to another, better world....and its FREE...

LIPS - Everything To Me (Adventure Club Dubstep Remix)

Adventure Club really are ahead of their game. Christian Srigley & Leighton James are a duo of Dubstep producers out of Montreal. These guys take some of the top releases around and give them a unique Dubstep flavour. The latest example of this is their remix of LIPS - 'Everything To Me, here they've taken an awesome tune, kept the chilled out vibes and created some serious 'Chillstep'. Check it below as well as their excellent remix of Flight Facilities - 'Crave You.....both FREE to download ...

Cise Star × DJ Unwind - Greater Purpose (Mixed by EvanAwake)

If you're into Hip-Hop, chances are you've already heard of EvanAwake, if not then you're in for a treat. EvanAwake is a German beat producer and mashup artist. He takes the best instrumentals, designed by the likes of Nujabes and Shin-ski and mixes them with some of the most talented lyricists around. What results normally is jazzy hip-hop goodness. Then he gives the track out for free, currently he has over 4 remix albums available for FREE. Sound good? Then check out the track below featuring...

Body Language - Holiday (RAC Mix)

Shouldn't need to say to much about this one. It's RAC on duty again...by now you know what that means, they've worked their magic as usual...this time with Brooklyn's Body Language and 'Holiday'. Grab it now off iTunes now, it's simply awesome. Body Language - Holiday (RAC Mix) by ...

The Maccabees - Pelican

Looks like The Maccabees have got a new album, 'Given To The Wild' on the way and the hype machine is blowing up for this one. It's a 12 track album with influences from Kate Bush, The Stone Roses and David Bowie. They've also leaked/released a little teaser track, currently Zane Lowe's hottest record in the world, called 'Pelican'. Unfortunately as its a leak, the quality isn't amazing on this one, but the track itself sounds like a return to form for the always brilliant Maccabees. Looking forward...

Album: Chaos In The CBD - Moving Image

I've talked before about the resurgence of UKG and how it's steadily making a come back under the guise of Future Garage/Post-Dubstep or whatever you want to call it. The point is, those UK garage vibes are back, and are now starting spread well beyond Britain. All the way on the other side of the world, New Zealand's finest Chaos In The CBD have been putting their own spin that garage/bass vibe and I can tell you now....it's a damn fine sound, combining elements of House, Acid House, Garage and...

Nostalgia – Superfunk

It's getting harder and harder to find decent, melodic, progressive and interesting dubstep. With the advance brostep/popstep (whatever you wanna call it) all over the radio most producers have just abandoned the genre entirely. Some artists however, are choosing to innovate...... Nostalgia's 'Superfunk' is a perfect example of how dubstep can be melodic, with musical chord progression......as well as dancey, summery vibes.........this is a stark contrast to the majority which falls into the usual...

MitiS - Influential Past

If you like 8bit electronic music, then have I got a treat for you....actually scratch that, whether you're a dubstep, electro, house or chillstep fan there's something for you on the soundcloud of MitiS. Pennsylvanian MitiS is one of the most versatile electronic artists i have ever come across, his music is unique, uplifting and extremely well produced. There's influences stretching from Unicorn Kid, to Deadmau5 to Burial, and his range should hardly be surprising, considering MitiS aka Joe Torre's...

Killed It - Pecknam's Dirty Secret

I get sent alot electronic of music and I really appreciate it. However, unfortunately the vast majority of it just isn't quite ready for the HotBox. However, every now and then I recieve a little gem or two. Today's came from Jack Aisher aka Killed It, an up and coming DJ/Producer from South London. Killed It has a funky, electro sound that's reminiscent of classic Justice or even Daft Punk.....however, while the influences remain clear, tracks like 'Pecknam's Dirty Secret' still retain their...

Radiohead – Codex (Deadmau5 Cover)

Some unexpected awesomeness here, Deadmau5 aka Joel Zimmerman just posted some surprising new material on Twitter. A cover of Radiohead's 'Codex' that provides a true homage to the original. If you're a Radiohead fan and a Deadmau5 fan, like me.....then this will be right up your alley. This excellent tribute demands your attention.. Radiohead - Codex (deadmau5 cover) by fuckmyl...

Album: Dems - House EP

Dems are a London based indie trio, making downtempo/chillwave music that's reminiscent of The XX....perfect vibes for your Sunday morning recovery. Their debut EP 'House' dropped today on the Bad Life label......This EP is well worth your time, blending top class vocals, excellent production and beautiful chilled melodies. These guys really are one to watch, and the EP is a worthy investment, hopefully we'll be hearing more from them soon. Below, ive linked two of the featured tracks, 'Down On...

The Big Pink - Stay Gold + Araab Muzik Remix

The Big Pink are an english indie/electro/rock duo comprising multi-instrumentalists Robbie Furze and Milo Cordell. The duo signed to the 4AD label and since then have released a pretty successful album 'A Brief History of Love'. Their new album, 'Future This', drops January 2012 and is looking to be pretty sweet judging by the first single 'Stay Gold', it's a great track, although I have to admit the shouts of 'GOLD' really remind me of Spandau Ballet, which frankly makes the track even better.....check...

Deadmau5 – Aural Psynapse (Myndset Remix)

The remixes are already flooding in for Deadmau5's latest release 'Aural Psynapse'. So far this is the best i've heard, Myndset doesn't mess to much with the original structure, just tweaks things to give the track a little more dance floor appeal...a bit more oopmh! Check the d/l below Deadmau5 – Aural Psynapse (Myndset Remix)...

The Wind - Hathor

Here's something new for ya. The Wind are a fresh new band out of Long Beach, California. But there sound isn't quite what you'd expect. It's laid back, cheery, but there's less of a beach bum vibe and alot more of St Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. These guys are Beatles fans and the influences show. Their single 'Hathor', really sounds like something from 'Abbey Road' and i'm completely hooked. Don't get me wrong, they are no rip-off band, their sound is still developed and unique, but the influences...

Album: DJ Sega - The Throne Is Watching Me EP

Filtering through the mounds of free music uploaded on soundcloud can be a bit of a chore. For every decent band EP you find, there's normally a ton of cliche, under produced crap. However, every now and then you find a gem. DJ Sega is a perfect example. He's a producer signed to Mad Decent and the leading edge in Baltimore club music. He is starting to get some well deserved international attention and as a thank you to all his loyal fans he's released 'The Throne Is Watching Me' EP for FREE via...

Little Roy - Lithium (Nirvana Cover)

You know how I feel about covers, most of the time they ruin old favourites, but every now and then, they give old songs a whole new lease of life. Here's a perfect example, Reggae artist takes Nirvana's angsty masterpiece 'Lithium' and gives it those dubby, chilled vibes. Like the sound of that? Well you'll be happy to know, he's done a whole album of Nirvana covers called 'Battle For Seattle'. This is a must listen......... Lithium by Little ...

Manix - Feel Real Good (Doorly Pigeonhole This! Booty Vocal Mix)

Another FREE and genre defying release from Doorly and his 'Pigeonhole This!' collection. Literally can't pin this one down, it's a bassy, dubbed up, electro mess........but it works, just like everything Doorly gets his hands on. Grab it now while it's free! ...

Strange Talk - Sexual Lifestyle

I've had my eye on Melbourne's Strange Talk for a while now. This four-piece band has already gained quite alot of hype for their year old release 'Eskimo Boy' and I really thought they'd be releasing an album some time soon, especially considering they have already toured with the likes of The Joy Formidable, The Rapture and Marina & The Diamonds. But, unfortunately it looks like we'll have to wait until sometime in 2012 for a full album. In the meantime this latest release 'Sexual...

Deadmau5- Aural Psynapse

New Deadmau5!? Okay not quite, turns out this is just a rework of an older track, but that's still good news.....this means a potential return to the Deadmau5 we all know and love, fine melodic minimal/electro house with no out of place wobbles/nero/dubstep crap. Listen, enjoy.......let's hope we get to hear more like this *Update new HQ 320kps d/l link here Deadmau5- Aural Psyna...

Robots with Rayguns - Electro isn't Dead

Something to brighten up your Sunday here. I'm dismayed as to how i've never heard of Robots with Rayguns before, aside from having an awesome name, they are also making some seriously good music. Unfortunately I can't say I know a lot about the Phoenix based electro artist/s. Only that with a huge repertoire of remixes and solo productions already under their belt, it's hard to pick something out that really stands above their already high level of production....you really should visit...

Field Music - (I Keep Thinking About) A New Thing

Field Music have just confirmed the release of a new record, early in 2012. The record, is called 'Plumb' and will come out on February 13 in the UK via Memphis Industries. In the meantime you can listen to a track off the new album below, which available for FREE from their website . The band have a couple of UK tour dates before the end of the year, followed by some new ones to support the new record. Have a look at them below: November: 26 - Middlesbrough, Westgarth Social Club 30 -...

Future Islands - Crish (Javelin Remixxx)

Some straight up synthy-pop here from Future Islands, 'Crish' the original version was never released, but here's the remix by Javelin....cant honestly say I know a lot about Javelin, but here's what Future Islands has to say:- "Crish is a song that was recorded for On the Water but the lyrics weren't completed in time to make the cut. We asked Javelin if they would do a remix of it for a bonus track. At this point, we're not sure if our version of 'Crish' will ever see the light of day, but we...

Deer Tick - Miss K

Rhode Island's finest Deer Tick, are back with a track from their latest album 'Divine Prodvidence'. 'Miss K' is an upbeat, folksy, indie track that is sure to brighten up your day. Deer Tick - Miss...

Bastille - What Would You Do? (City High Cover)

The word 'cover' brings to mind images of old men in bands covering old rock songs, with amusing names like Nearvana and The Rolling Clones. However, not all 'cover' music fits the stereotype, in fact the borders between cover tunes and remixes are blending massively, with some bands putting their own spin on a song and transforming it entirely...a great example being Inspired Flight's brilliant cover of 'Wonderwall', the song that actually got me into said band. In the same vein, London native...

Album: Dinosaur Bones - My Divider

Toronto's Dinosaur Bones are a band that have managed to completely evade me up until now. However having been introduced to them by a dear friend recently, I can now say that i'm hooked. Since 2008 this Canadian band have been playing some of the most interesting indie/alternative music I've ever come across. Their sound is quite hard to place, in terms of their contemporaries I'd say they are a little reminiscent of Tokyo Police Club, The National with a little bit of Radiohead in there for good...