Dooze Jackers Konani EP

Montreal outfit Dooze Jackers first came onto my radar with their song 'Euh!' a collaboration with New York native Wes De Graaf. This teaser for their upcoming EP 'Konani' just popped up on my Soundcloud and by the way this teaser plays out the EP is going to be huge. Expect thumping kick drums and evil synths. My personal favourite would be the Wes De Graaf remix...it packs a serious punch, an honourable mention also goes to the Will Bailey and Punk Rolla remix too.

Dooze Jackers - Konani Ep mini mix by Dooze Jackers

No release date as yet, however I recommend following them on Soundcloud so you can stay in the loop.

Brostep You Ask?

There seems to be a lot of talk lately on whether or not Dubstep has gone too far in terms of noise for the sake of noise. This has been 'dubbed' (see what I did there) by industry heavyweights including Skream and Rusko as 'Brostep'. Now I'm not going to comment on this debate although I feel as I empathise with both sides on this one, so I'll let you all make up your own mind.

What inspired this post was this great remix that I just found by Dillon Francis. He lists the genre as 'Luvstep' and I think that word best describes it, this is Dubstep that even your Grandma would like. This one is really different, so if you like Dubstep for the noise then it's most probably not for you, however if you like low-fi, uplifting, half-time bliss then this one is a must have. It just seems in a market flooded with the noisiest of noise when something different comes along it really is refreshing and for the moment I can't get enough of it.


DWNTWN - Transition (Dillon Francis Remix) by DILLONFRANCIS

Here is an interesting interview with Rusko regarding 'Brostep'.
http://www.inthemix.com.au/news/intl/49262/Rusko_rages_against_dubsteps_bastard_spawn_brostep


Also an interview with Skream expressing his dislike for the 'Brostep' scene. (Around 4:09)

Die Antwoord - Evil Boy

Diplo's known for his versatility when it comes to music and this one is no exception. He takes the production reigns on South African Rap/Punk outfit and current 'it' band Die Antwoord's song 'Evil Boy'. This song is super fun and features some awesomely freaky lyrics by the duo. Below is the filmclip to the video which is fuckin' fantastic.  



EVIL BOY from Die Antwoord on Vimeo.

You can pick up the song from iTunes. I highly recommend you do.

Touch & Go (Mixed By Thrusher & Rampant)

Unbeknown to most readers the writers here at Smidgem also lead a double life as DJs, which when you think about it makes a lot of sense and is probably more obvious than Clark Kent when he takes off his glasses. This mix is hot off the press and mixed by Smidgem's very own writers Lucas(Thrusher) and Fin (Rampant). It's an hour of non-stop noise that would be a perfect soundtrack to any night out. This mix spans the genres of electronic music, going through Dubstep, Rave, Brostep and Thrash. This mix is  super fun, super loud and has the potential to make you 'loose your shit' harder than you ever thought possible. Despite it's shit loosing qualities it's guaranteed loads of fun so if you like to party (and I know I do) this is for you...

Touch & Go (Mixed By Thrusher & Rampant) by Thrusher


Touch & Go Mixed By Thrusher & Rampant download link

1. DZ - Les Drouges
2. Excision & Datsik Vs. LIquid Stranger - Swagga With My Grandma
3. Benny Benassi feat. Gary Go - Cinema (Skrillex Remix)
4. Trumpdisco - Bullshit
5. Erol Alkan & Boys Noize - Lemonade
6. Diplo, Laidback Luke & Bart B More - Hey Brap! (JSK "Someone Had To Do That" Bootleg)
7. Distrakt - Fuck You (The Oddword Remix)
8. Mr. Oizo - Positif
9. Gtronic - Sucker Punch (Thrusher Remix)
10. Sandro Silva and Anjiro Rijo - Fifty What (Dem Slackers Remix) [Knocked Up Noise 'Hollaback' Bootleg] {Thrusher's 'Still Trying To Find Out What A Hollaback Girl Is' Re-Fix}
11. Borgore - Nympho
12. Madonna - Like a Prayer (Thrusher Remix)
13. Professor Green feat. Maverick Sabre - Jungle (High Rankin Remix)
14. iSquare - Hey Sexy Lady (Skrillex Remix)
15. Subscape - Screwed Up
16. Tremourz & J. Rabbit - Sexy Party
17. Designer Drugs - Zombies (Richie Panic & Ufo Remix)
18. Light Year - Sex Education
19. Autodidakt - Shit Your Rack (Proxy Remix)
20. Light Year - 5 Girls (La Sape Remix)
21. Ado - Multiply Me
22. ZZT - The Worm
23. Markus Lange & Stereofunk - The Mighty (The Oddword Remix)
24. Djedjotronic - Booger Vs Frequency
25. Punks Jump Up - Blockhead (Hey Today! Remix)
26. Dooze Jackers & Wes De Graaf - Euh!
27. Zombie Nation - Kernkraft 400 (The Only Bootleg)
28. Dr Dre & Eminem - Forgot About Dre (Acapella)
29. Kanye West - Dark Fantasy (Figure Bootleg) [Thrusher 'Too Much Kanye?' Re-Fix]
30. Boys Noize - Yeah
31. Breakbot ft. Irfane - Baby I'm Yours
32. Ellie Goulding - Lights (Bassnectar Remix)

Dance Music Doco!!

Something a little different today. Heres a doco. that shows how dance music emerged into the mainstream of Germany in the late 80's.Taking you through the stages and fads that alienated a whole generation of youth, this film documents how techno music evolved from its underground beginnings to emerge at the forefront in youth culture.

Most of this is in subtitles,but its interesting and informative enough for that not to worry you.Whether its a rainy day outside or your curled up on the couch, watch this doco and gain some knowledge on the music and lifestyle that might just have you in its grip.

Thrusher

So stoked to be introducing you to Smidgem writer and founder Thrusher (aka Lucas Wilkinson) He has been sending me at least two new tracks/remixes every week now for the last few months. My response every time is basically the same 'mate that is really fucking good hey, I cant wait to play this out.'

Thrusher has been playing around with all genres from house to electro and most recently dubstep. His latest remix he compiles all these in to one massive party tune which could easily be mistaken for a Skrillex remix. BOOOOM!

Gtronic - Sucker Punch (Thrusher Remix) by Thrusher

The build and angry bassline will have you singing 'keep it coming' in no time. Thrusher only really started producing no more than a year ago and to have this original under his belt, wow. Imagine the beats that will be coming in the not to distant future.

Keep It Coming by Thrusher

Here's is his first shot at dubstep. Its a super fun and easily listening sample he used here that soon grows in to a squelchy electronic monster. Very addictive!

Kiss The Sky by Thrusher

Yeah so be sure to head on over to his soundcloud page to keep up to date with all the latest and greatest and I'm sure he would love to hear some feeback.

Nero, La Sape, Skrillex, Diplo Does Sleigh Bells and More!

I seriously think that 2011 is going to be a huge year for electronic music, it seriously feels like I can't click twice without downloading a song that I absolutely love. So today I have a few songs that I've been feelin' lately...some new and some not so much, none the less gold quality is ensured.

Nero, wow what can I say. I first heard these tracks on their essential mix which I seriously think is up there with the best of all time...yep that's right I'm calling it, right now...BAM! There's something about the tracks this duo makes, they just seem to be so real, full and rich, just really well done I guess. In any case these are my two favourite Nero tunes at the moment and once you download them they are sure to be yours too.

Nero - Me & You

Plan B - The Recluse (Nero Remix)

I got this one in the inbox today and she's a doozy. Phoenix, Arizona based production duo La Sape re-worked Light Year's smash hit 5 Girls and let me tell you this thing rocks. A thumping kick and a bassline that will make you crap yourself, what more can you ask for?

Light Year - 5 Girls (La Sape Remix)

I was lucky enough to see Sleigh Bells on their recent Australian tour. They seem to be the 'it' sound right now and I must say I'm certainly liking 'it'. Legend of all thing dance Diplo remixes one of their better songs Tell Em and is fucking fantastic. On a weird note I can hear the sample from the Dooze Jackers & Wes De Graaf song Euh! in the background of the build up not sure if it's the same sample or an actual sample of their song...regardless great song.

Sleigh Bells - Tell Em (Diplo Remix)

Honestly Skrillex just can't do wrong. Everything this guy puts out I fuckin' love and this one is no exception. This one uses a vocal sample throughout that I assume is from one of his earlier works back when he was a fairly prolific singer. Really dig the high end main line in this song super fun stuff for sure.

Skrillex - Slats Slats Slats

So Kanye dropped his new album, I'm not going to lie I'm a Kanye fan and most definitely a fan of his new album. Now that's all well and good....then Smidgem favourite and bassline master Figure went and did this. I honestly have had this on repeat for the last 2 hours... it's just so feel good yet so bass-y...ahhh...this is an absolute MUST HAVE just plain huge.

Kanye West - Dark Fantasy (Figure 'Crushed It'  Bootleg)

I took the liberty of naming this one... 

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New Fake Blood

It's been so long since Theo has released anything I'd almost forgotten about him...but then...17 hours ago...this happened....wow......wow.......wow.

Noah And The Whale - "L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N" - FAKE BLOOD Mix by Fake Blood


Seriously this is amazing, a true labyrinth of sound and in case you were wondering, yeah, he did it "Fake Bluuhd".....THIS FUCKING ROCKS!

Thirsty For Dubstep??

Sorry readers it's been a while since i posted a bunch of dubstep tracks I've been real lazy of late. Well your in luck today because i have a massive post consisting of some real bangers to quench your thirst..

Skrillex need i say more. It's a new one from the dub legend so turn it up.
Benny Banassi - Cinema (Skrillex Remix)

For all you Nymphos out there this track is thumping get some gorestep in ya..
Borgore - Nympho

Its been a while since I've herd anything from DZ well worth the wait with this tune.
Les Drouges - DZ

Laptop speakers just wont do for this track, Its a real banger not to intense.
Star (Doctor P Remix)

12th planet collaborated with skrillex on this one to bring us a real banger..
12th planet & Skrillex - Needed Change

Another bass heavy dub destroyer, skrillex skrillex skrillex oi oi oi
Hey Sexy Lady (Skrillex Remix)

Being lucky enough to see Datsik on his Australian tour this was one of the tracks that stood out for me, awesome vocals and and typical High Rankin drop boooooom!!!
Jungle (Feat Maveric Sabre) - High Rankin Remix

We all remember this track from Aussie boys Hilltop Hoods, Dylan Sanders and Brad Lee have taken the remix duties and turned into an party must have..
Hilltop Hoods - The Nosebleed Section (Dylan Sanders And Brad Lee Rewind)

Wobbles, womps, hip hop, electro dub this track has it all its dark heavy and i highly suggest you get on it. Bassnectar will be touring Australia in march (massive) check dates HERE
Bassnectar - Wildstyle Method (Feat 40 Love)

Terravita - you may be familiar with their electro/house alterego Hot Pink Delorean, but they have put that away temporarily to give the grimier side of electronic a try. Massive drops massive track
Up In The Club - Terravita

Cyberpunkers

The “Cyberpunkers” project is the child, born in 2006, of the passion for Cyberpunk culture of two young Italian DJ’s. The format aims at giving a fresh start to this style through four different yet connected forms of art: electronic music, fashion, design and photography. An Australian tour has just been announced with Gtronic so keep your eyes peeled for the coming dates as these parties are set to explode!

First up we have their heavy, heavy hitting original.

Cyberpunkers - Fuck The System

This is the boys latest remix. Ive had this on repeat since i got it. The 'high bleep' throughout the track is so addictive.

Cerebal Vortex - Fly By Night (Cyberpunkers remix)

Bonus

Cyberpunkers - Fuck The System (Designer Drugs remix)

Here's a sneak preview of what to expect in the coming months - LOUD NOISES Tracklist in comments ⬇

CYBERPUNKERS MIX 4 BURN PARIS BURN by Cyberpunkers