How many layers of remixing are you on? The question comes to mind with Runner, a new jam from California based sound artist and producer, Peripheral Method. Runner is described as a “new version of a remix of The Chainsmokers’ Don’t Let Me Down,” by Peripheral Method, a California-based sound artist and producer. It ultimately does’t matter many musical derivatives are sliced and stacked into this collage, because the end result is something beautiful. This avant garde track is thick with ethereal ambiance. It retains a meditative quality while also boasting enough peppy synth activity for one to dance to. This is artful EDM for the thinking man (or woman,) falling somewhere in between indie folk and dreampop. The song flows continuously for the 6 minute duration, like a mini-wave on a desolate beach. In true collage form, the sounds all feel like they are part of each other. With heavy usage of echo/delay, nothing is separated here in the mix. Everything feels like one long dreamy motion. Peripheral Method strikes me as an abstract perfectionist. This version of Runner is a keeper.

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I Don’t Need’em is a new single from Chicago raised and Los Angeles based artist, “Im Just Dane.” The song is a fast paced conglomeration of emotion and style. It’s contemporary, high energy R&B with hints of classic hip hop. A party jam that remains lively throughout, the track features carefree lyrics guaranteed to loosen the mood. Dane’s delivery is charismatic and upbeat, never boring. Far from being monotonous, his tone is dynamic, and he demonstrates some versatility as a vocalist, not afraid to change it up or experiment with his voice. Dane’s humble presentation of himself as an artist is refreshing, but don’t let that fool you. I Don’t Need’em (Clean Master) shows that he conceals his power level, knows how to liven up a dance floor, and is secretly ready to bust a move at all times.

For more info:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imjustdane/
Official Website: https://www.imjustdane.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI2tYkn49tVi-zyt2865d7g

https://soundcloud.com/imjustdane/i-dont-needem-clean-master

Wave is a new single from Provo, Utah based band, Roseburg. The members of the group are actually from all different parts of the country originally, and the band is named Roseburg after the town in Oregon where they began writing their first album.

Judging by the band’s bio, I was half expecting Wave to be some kind of melancholy, northwest style indie pop track. I was pleasantly surprised (blown away actually) to discover this song is energetic and absolutely rocks. The guitars are tight with a touch of crisp distortion. The music is peppy and melodic, falling somewhere between indie rock and 80’s new wave. The vocals here are especially remarkable, far beyond the level of what one expects from a contemporary indie band. These guys really hit the the jackpot with the singer and should hold on to him. All around this is a very precision performed track, and everything in the mix sits where it should. The fact that these guys are all from different places makes me think of them as an indie all star steam of sorts. Just great musicians that work well together.

The highly anticipated single from their upcoming debut album “Righteous Punk”, entitled “Be Good” is to be released on May 25th”. Fans can enjoy the new single by following Roseburg on all platforms.

Other links:
Website: http://roseburgband.com/
InstagramL http://instagram.com/roseburgband
facebook: http://facebook.com/roseburgband

Fake Love is a new single and music vid from rapper and hip hop artist, G-baby. The video is a collaborative effort between G-baby, UK producer Kamron Lord, and videographer Brett Malinowski. It’s a colorful and avant garde production with a funky vibe, reminiscent of hip hop vids from the early 90’s. Musically, Fake Love is minimalist. The light beats take a backseat to G-Baby’s low-key, laid back poetry style delivery. His voice is soft spoken and casually hypnotic. The music video features some really creative and well-timed editing, literally adding new dimensions to the song. Fake Love also manages to be an unexpectedly genuine and even romantic song that actually is about the search for real love.

For more info:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kspofficialmusic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbaby_died/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KSP_YoungGoats
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kspofficialmusic

Spin the Block is a new single from Boston based hip hop artist, Hundred Round Kado. The jam opens with some attntion grabbing synths and transtions into a crisp beat. Hundred Round Kado’s conversational style delivery is quick witted and biting. His dynamic ability to frequently switch speed and pacing is impressive. The title of the song is repeated often enough to be memorable and catchy, but I’m struck by just how much original lyrical content and narrative the artist is able to pack into this song. A big part of it is his quick (and practically nonstop) delivery. The song has a richness to it, and Kado brings to it the ingredient which every rap artist needs to be successful, a unique personality. The production on here is very good as well, really a fresh mix.

Follow Hundred Round Kado on Snapchat (@the100roundkado,) Twitter (@100roundkado,) and Instagram (@hundredroundkado).

For more info:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HundredRoundKado/
Youtube: https://youtu.be/0WQj8MKaQ_k
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/hundredroundkado/

Shatter is a new single from a DIY electronic producer, vocalist and artist known as Wlav (real name Ryan Allen.) He has a number of releases under his belt and experienced an early surge in popularity on Tumblr a few years ago. I would characterize Shatter an experimental piece of electronic music. It’s filled with dark, slightly spooky and unpredictable turns. The moderate pacing and synth driven ambience make for a retrofuturistic dreamscape. With it’s haunting and mechanical noise choices, Shatter would fit rather well as dance club scene music on the soundtrack of just about any early 90’s SciFi film. The title of the track, Shatter is a clue to the essence of the song itself, as it functions as a cohesive collection of somewhat scattered sounds, like a collage. Anyway, this track is interesting and should appeal to anyone who appreciate’s meditative, avant garde electronic music.

For more info:

http://www.wlavofficial.com/

“Untitled Art,” the musical project of musician/athlete David Sempier has been around for decades. A previous release was in fact featured in this magazine a couple of years ago. I love it when people stick with things for many years and continue to crank out new and exciting artistic content into the void.

W.A.M Part 1 is the most recent release from Untitled Art. Suffice to day that this jam evades easy classifcation. It’s fast-paced retrofuturistic electronic rock with some 80s vibes but without any of the cheesy pop elements. A good way to describe the sound is that it combines 80s electropunk backing music with late 90’s, angsty indie rock vocals. The result is something powerful. This song really gets the adrenaline going. Musically, it’s very dynamic and juggles a lot of complex changes in pacing and tone throughout. It’s very quick witted and unpredictable in that respect. From a technical standpoint, everything is very precise and you can tell you’re dealing with a seasoned musician who really knows what he’s doing, even if this is sort of recording is inherently “experimental” in nature.

The video (which also includes Part 2) is an aesthetic wonder. The animation is badass. If you want to get an idea of what I mean, just picture what it would be like if you watched the original Tron after drinking a cup of coffee that was laced with an unknown substance. Or you could just watch and listen for yourself. W.A.M Part 1 is high energy, melodic and slightly sinister.

For more info:

https://untitledartmusic.com/

Problems is a new jam from Tampa based hip hop producer, “M.A.D. Smooth.” It also features the artists “L-Quote” & “Reason.” The song combines futuristic, synth style beats with minimalist vibes. The rappers’ confidence is apparent and justified as the song frequently breaks into freestyle-like, spoken word poetry bursts. In other words, Problems doesn’t rely on smoke and mirrors and flash, preferring to ride it out on substance. The mellow pacing allows the track to make creative use of timing, with strategic pauses evoking moments of suspense and unpredictability. The accompanying video helps illustrate the song’s story about a couple struggling with (as you might have guessed) relationship…well, “problems.” Both the video and the song are professionally produced and well done. Problems captures the dueling relationship states of confidence and vulerability.

For more info:

https://linktr.ee/madsmoothmusic
IG: @madsmoothmusic, @picassofuego (L-Quote) & @reasonreality (Reason)

Baby Blue is a new album from singer/songwriter Quinn Pickering, a 19 year old artist based in New Westminster, British Columbia. My first impression upon hearing this release is that these songs are precociously powerful. The music is simply very technically advanced and mature for someone so young. In terms of style, Baby Blue displays plenty of versatility within its indie framework. There are elements of acoustic folk, with songs like Cecilia channeling the classic Simon and Garfunkel spirit. Other songs have more of that “rainy day coffee house” vibe, exploring the melancholy aspects of romance with righteous sincerity.The best way to describe the sound is that it’s like a cross between John Mayer and Modest Mouse.

Quinn saves the title track Baby Blue for last, and it’s worth the wait. It’s emotionally charged and features a stellar performance. I have to mention too that Pickering is a worthy vocalist. Though the songs are largely guitar driven, it’s the vocals which ultimately carry them and provide the album with its personality. He doesn’t cut any corners either and is not shy about pushing his vocal abilities right to their limit. It’s a shame that the music industry is so saturated with marketing and performers now, making it difficult to stand out. An album like Baby Blue deserves much more exposure and attention than it is likely to receive. Luckily this dude is only 19 and has plenty of time.

For more info:

https://quinnpickering.org/

Forging a False Reality is a new single from “Oh Well,” a one-piece progressive EDM project based in Chicago, Illinois. Stylewise, Forging a False Reality is actually a very eclectic jam. The song is mellow and melodic. With the addition of some rather charmingly innocent vocals, the sound strikes me as a cross between EDM and The Aquabats. The music features xylophonic tones and “fairytale-esque” vibes. Bright and creative synths evoke a setting which is one part Candyland, one part Alice in Wonderland. Oh Well’s adventures as an experimental, EDM alchemist open the door for the listener to experience an avant garde odyssey.

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