— Loren Wohl

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November, 2009 Monthly archive

Todd Terry, a crossover house producer famous for “I’ll House You,” released a four track EP in August that bangs in true 80′s style. “King Acid” is a percussive jam with a semitone riding bass-line and customary house synth licks. Hit Beatport for more Todd Terry.

Todd Terry – King Acid

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Two easily digestible sets from Brett Dennen and Sean Bones helped me smooth into the weekend. For more, stream Brett’s live iTunes session here and purchase Sean Bones’ debut LP Rings if you haven’t already.

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Hailing from the ever awesome Denver, CO, The Apples In Stereo deliver a revived and zesty sound that today’s pop music longs for. “The Bird That You Can’t See” leads off with a p-funk flavored strut (think Parliament’s “Flash Light“) and transitions into a ripped-jeans-rock of a chorus that beckons for crowd participation.

The Apples In Stereo – The Bird That You Can’t See

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Dim Mak went big for their third edition of Cloak & Dagger, featuring club-ready sets from Team Facelift, Ninjasonik, Fischerspooner, and more. The event doubled as a release party for Fischerspooner’s latest track, “Supply & Demand,” out 11/17 on Dim Mak Records with remixes to boot. Grab AutoErotique’s flip here.

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Wolfmother rocked, the crowd was rowdy, and the show was awesome. Photos are on behalf of RCRD LBL.

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I feel like this was overlooked, but RJD2 gave a new track away on his blog today. It’s a definite jam, packing thick brass licks, hot hot percussion, and ascending dueling guitars. Where did he get the ride sample from?

RJD2 – The Perfect Occasion

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The Suzan is an all-female four-piece pop-rock outfit from Japan that will charm your socks off, and their songs are as catchy as a cold. They’re playing with Peter, Bjorn & John tomorrow at Webster Hall, don’t miss!

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Photo: Ania Cywinska

Heartfelt lyrics woven over plush instrumentals are a signature element of CunninLynguists‘ music, and “To Be For Real” exemplifies where hip-hip should be today.

CunninLynguists – To Be For Real

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Seemingly organic ADSR modulation makes this minimal dance track, City Rain‘s “Have Them Come Wait,” pulse with an astute charm. It reminds us that electronic music doesn’t have to beat us up in order to be enjoyed.

City Rain – Have Them Come Wait

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The captured fragments of last night can be found below, and a big thanks to Michelle for the Fever Ray face paint. While you’re at it, click on the widget to listen to the hour and thirty minute Halloween flavored mix Midnight Rockers Express fabricated for RCRD LBL.

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