Katy B "On a Mission EP"

I first heard this unbelievable unique voice over some crazy dubstep on the LuvStep live mix from the Philly Mad Decent Block Party. At the time I had no idea who Katy B was. Then a month later, I heard her again on the incredible Magnetic Man album. Just today, I got my hands on Katy B's "On a mission EP" that features Louder as and extra. Every time I hear another song, I like her more and more. I wonder what her chances are of blowing up American Top 40 radio in the next six months??? If I were a betting man, I would drop some major cash on those odds.

Tanlines "Settings"

At first listen I wasn’t digging this album. To tell you the truth, the first time I heard Discovery I didn’t like it either. Something is off-putting about synthesized pop music. But the things that attract the great unwashed to pop music is that hook. Its that jingle that won’t get out of your head. Tanlines is doing it to me. The Caribbean/tropical/electronic inspired pop music hard to resist… I did a quick youtube search to give y’all a sample of what they sound like and now I must play the album again…

Holly Miranda - It keeps getting better...

Last week when I posted the Holly Miranda live video for Joints I wasn't aware it was just part one of three. I was only sharing one third of the brilliance. You have to watch all three!


Part One


Part Two


Part Three

MYMY's Interview and Mixtape

Twitter is a strange and beautiful thing. 10 months ago my brother sent me a link to the twitter account he had set up for his company. As soon as I saw it, my mind starting spinning thinking about all the possibilities. Smith Blogs Atlanta is going strong in its second year and a big part of this movement is twitter. We are only fourteen days into the new year and I am pleased to bring you my second interview and great mix to go with it.

I don't remember when I started following Morrison of the MYMY's but I always enjoyed the content (the English ones). Morrison currently lives in Den Bosch, Netherlands and is a regular contributor on the blog - the girl and mymy's. The Girl is Anne who supplies the art and fashion. The MYMY's are Jasper, his brother, and Morrison who update the blog with music that they are passionate about. It so bizarre how similar our taste in music is even being thousands of miles away. When I saw that The MYMY's were uploading a mixtape I got excited after reading about all the music they are in to. I hope you enjoy the mix and keep reading below for our twitter-view this morning (Sorry Morrison, A conference call cut the interview short). I highly suggest following this crew too on twitter (Anne, Morrison, and Jasper)

Recently added mix by The MYMY's crew

SBA: Hey good morning! How are you feeling?

MYMY's: morning? haha oh yeah right different time zone hehe Ow i'm doing better! still a bit tired!

SBA: forgot about that! what time is it over there? It's not really morning in Atlanta, 10:51 am...

MYMY's: haha here it's 16:49 twitter really makes borders disappear. so what did you want to talk about? I'm all ear!

SBA: who are the mymy dj's. Jasper and yourself right?

MYMY's: jasper just joined the conversation! We are actually with three guys but the other guy is really busy with his work

SBA: When Did you guys start spinning together? I saw on your blog that you also produce. anything new coming?

MYMY's: we started spinning together last year. in the summer! I was producing for a long time and spoke to allot of labels but they all said that I should start DJ so I could spread my music faster! and that's How I rolled in Dj-ing. We're not signed yet but we just keep on producing, we're now working on a Hip Hop Project the 'PC EP' pc = perry Crack. Perry Crack is the Peacock who hang with us at the kinder garden when we chill there in our time off!

SBA: Your mixtape is more the glitchy electro. Which do you like producing more hip hop or electro? Is PC up on soundcloud?

MYMY's: Uhm I guess we like Electro better or better say Frenchy techno (with our own flavor) PC will take sometime because we only make the beats and the others need to approve and make lyrics on it!

SBA: Is there a local electro scene in Den Bosch or do you guys travel to Amsterdam for that?

MYMY's uhm Den bosch is coming up with his house scen but the house scene aint that much we're moving to Amsterdam this summer, because it is easier with dj-ing and our plans!

SBA: Morrison, I look forward to following you and jasper in the coming months. Good luck with the move! Got to run. Is your 3rd partner up on twitter? How about Anne? Thxs again for mixtape and would love 2 post some production when done

MYMY's: @jesuisanne (Anne) Is our blog partner! uhm the third party is the brother of Jasper but he'll join later when we've come a bit more known when we made a name because we want our own magazine and record label. that's where he comes in! So basicly we are with 4. (2 dj's producers) jep I'll give you a couple of tracks soon ! we'll work on it remaster & stuff

SBA: I will be looking forward to it! Have a good afternoon. Thanks for taking the time to chat. I'm really late now. Cya

MYMY's: Ow ok bye! notify me when you posted it! ;) thank you and no problem!

Mindgutter - Some Hot Beats for Winter

 

Now that the snow is falling in Georgia, I thought maybe I should share a favorite new dj duo. They go by the name of Mindgutter. They are blowing up right now down in Australia by spinning some of the baddest electro you will hear. I saw them pop up on the Stoney Roads blog and the track list alone got me to download this Mindgutter NYE Teaser mix. What really caught my eye was the final song, The XX remixing Florence and the Machine. If you haven't heard this song yet, it is worth a listen. I didn't think the original could get any better but The XX does a crazy good job. Its the perfect end to an incredible 45 minute mix. It's also a perfect way to heat up a cold night in Georgia. Enjoy...

Local Natives Stick

I think this band Local Natives is amazing. I have had the album, Gorilla Manor, now for a week and it is a must play at least once a day. The music is back to the basics for my music listening history. Its everything that made me fall in love with rock n' roll in the first place.
Great lead vocals drive this band. Smooth guitar riffs battle complex drum beats on each song. I think what really makes this band stand out is the unforgetable melodies that are perfectly executed with a full band chorus. Yesterday morning I woke up hearing the chorus of World News in my head. Its been 48 hours and that song keeps playing over and over in my head. For me that is the best indication if a band is going to stick in my rotation.

Edward Sharpe And The Magnetic Zeros Brighten My Day

Today was the absolute perfect day to listen to The Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros on my hour drive home from work. The sun has been missing for two days. The air was almost cold enough to see my breath when I walked out of work this afternoon. The rain has been saturating everything for over 24 hours leaving gigantic puddles to navigate through. My wet shirt sticks to my leather as I quickly jump into the car and start the ignition. Then the CD player starts, I quickly skip forward, and everything seems better.



The album is filled with beautiful music and vocals. I usually listen to mostly electronic music but on days like today, it was perfect to unplug and dive into the roots of music composition. Throughout the album, I am reminded to Beirut due to the enormous ensamble. Where they differ is this Orchestra of sorts is rooted in a unique mix of blue-grass/folk/rock/fusion. I always get impatient and jump to Home (above) first. Every time I hear this song it makes me smile and think about the ones I love. There is not a better feeling to combat the cold of winter. Thoughts of home...

I found these two pieces of film on their myspace meant to be watched in a two part set. Another example of the complex sounds that make up Edwarde Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros.

Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros "Desert Song" from benjamin kutsko on Vimeo.

Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros "KISSES OVER BABYLON" from Edward Sharpe on Vimeo.