Derek Vincent Smith, or more commonly known as the visionary Pretty Lights, is putting together a super team of producers. Pioneering the way in the electronic hip-hop scene, the newest addition to Smith’s stellar roster is Brooklyn-based producer Eliot Lipp. Though he has been around for quite a while, Lipp’s newest track ‘The Sunset’ might be his greatest to date. Its filled with vintage samples, hard driving bass lines and some womps that really bring this track together. You can see why his next release, Shark Wolf Rabbit Snake, will be released through Pretty Lights Music. As always this track is available as a free download. Turn up the bass and enjoy!
So, because of some dumb technical difficulties,
I’ve been unable to bring you this artist in the way that I had originally intended. And trust me, I tried. Regardless, that was then and this is now. So here it is, some Fin Folsom. Don’t you know about him? I didn’t think so. One of the most interesting and intriguing acts I’ve heard in some time. As I’ve said before, Fin brings a beautiful blend of your classic pop-lyrics mixed up with uncommon melodies and unbelievable vocals that makes these tracks both captivating and relevant. Like what Bon Iver does but feel like he’s too depressed? Like what Jack Johnson does but feel like he’s a bit of a weiner? Fin brings the best from both of this iconic artists into one, unassuming package. What we love most about Fin is that his music isn’t infused with the all-to-common bullshit that we’re used to seeing in acts of this kind. No, no, no. With Fin, it’s about the music. As soon as those first notes hit your eardrums, everything else just melts away. Don’t believe me, check this out and see for yourself. Fin’s first body of work, plus a little cover he did a while back. Gotta love it!
This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday I will be embarking on a journey with my good friends Mike Irish and Bill Murray: Electric Daisy Carnival NYC. It’s going to be epic. I had a nice appetizer last Thursday with Rusko at the House of Blues Boston. Yeah, it’s that kind of month. So, in preparation for this weekend I bring you some electro bangers. Get your rage on.
Nothing like a nice laid back beat to start the day. One from DAILON and another from heavy hitter Gold Panda.