Wednesday, May 22, 2013

5 / 22 / 2013
Superfreakz
Want You So
(Sean Finn Remix)
Superfreakz
Munich, Germany
 
Empire Of The Sun
Alive
(Zedd Remix)
 
 
Black Boots
Streetwalker
(Original Mix)
Black Boots
Las Vegas, United States
BLACK BOOTS co-conspirators Pedi Amiri (a.k.a. Lightknife) and Mikey Francis (formally of Afghan Raiders) first joined forces in the summer of 2011 in a small apartment in the heart of Las Vegas. What started as a simple idea has rapidly evolved into a large-scale effort to give the emerging electronic dance music scene something different—timeless songs with substance, purpose and emotion.
“Sig...
ning with Ultra made the most sense for us,” says BLACK BOOTS. “It’s a big label with an independent spirit that gives us the opportunity to expose our music and vision to the world without compromising our art.”
What sets BLACK BOOTS apart in today’s electronic music world is their intricate backstory and vision. Imagine a dystopian landscape void of freedom. You can’t say what you want. You can’t emote how you want. You can’t listen to the music you choose. It’s an alternate reality ruled by an oppressive government clad in white uniforms and dominating with an iron fist. However, there is a symbol of hope on the horizon.
Enter two musical rebels known only as BLACK BOOTS. They are here for one reason alone, and that is to carry their message to the masses. They come armed with explosive big room anthems, punk rock attitude, orchestral breakdowns and massive pop melodies. They deliver an unforgettable performance. They offer an escape. With revolution in their hearts and on their minds, they’re about to stomp right through modern electronic dance music.
“We’re building a bridge here,” declares Lightknife. “BLACK BOOTS has got an electronic body, but a rock ‘n’ roll soul. At the same time, the songwriting is genuine and organic. It’s written with feeling.”
“BLACK BOOTS encourages chaos, sexuality, expression, and independence,” affirms Lightknife. “We’re freedom, and we’re lawless.” On the topic of electronic music, he states, “It’s not coincidental that dance music has risen to its current point of success. In times like this, people turn to the things that allow them to lose themselves. We aim to fuel that sentiment.”
Live, they certainly do. In fact, the onstage experience reflects the larger-than-life story at the core of the music as Mikeysings his heart out and Lightknife orchestrates the production in real-time via midi controllers, sequencers and synthesizers. Mikey elaborates, “We want people to tap back into their primal selves and experience something organic and real. If people walk away from our show with an experience, they’ll remember it for the rest of their lives.”
Ultimately, BLACK BOOTS are fostering a connection that is as timeless as it is innovative, and this is only the beginning of their story. “We want everyone to walk away with something that affects them emotionally,” the two architects agree. It’s romantic. It’s dangerous. It’s energetic. It’s new.
It's BLACK BOOTS.
 World: MClark@caa.com
 
Luca Cassani feat. Kate Smith
Keep It All
(Donati & Amato Mix)
 
 
Say Lou Lou
Julian
(The Chainsmokers Remix)
The Chainsmokers
New York, United States

We're already inside you...
 The connection:
Apart from their unique personalities and boyish good looks from afar, they have many similiarites. They each graduated from prestigious North-Eastern Universities, like very hot chicks (esp the ones in house promo videos), enjoying a good burger, and have been rejected from many of the clubs they now play at. They agree that Riley Steele is an amazi...
ng porn star and car shows are ridiculously overrated when your poor.
Some but not nearly all credentials (The 2 cents): They have played at LIV in Miami, Set in Miami, Paradiso in Amsterdam, Roxbury in Los Angeles, Soldier Field in Chicago, Thekla in Bristol, Skybar in London, Villa in Ibiza, 1OAK in Vegas, Lavo in New York, and Le Bain in New York. Three years later, the duo currently hold residencies at NYC clubs like 1OAK, SL, Riff Raffs, SL East (Hamptons), South Pointe (Hamptons), and have shared nights with deejays like Calvin Harris, Avicii, Bingo Players, Swanky Tunes, Arty, Pete Tong, R3Hab, Wolfgang Gartner, Max Vangeli, Alesso, Steve Aoki, and Joachim Garraud. The Chainsmokers also made an official end of the year compilation mix for Armin Van Buuren's Napith record label.
While maintaining a love for house music of all varieties (Progressive, Tech, Deep, Electro and Funk) the two also blend in rock, hip hop, soul into their sets and understand that every room and crowd requires a different style and energy of music. They have spun for Jay-Z, Rihanna, Tiesto, Bruno Mars, Busta Rhymes, Usher, Lebron James, Ne-Yo, Drake, and more. The Chainsmokers have played events for LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moet Hennesy), Christian Dior, Microsoft, Bing, New York Fashion Week, Art Basel Miami, The Sundance Film Festival, Rolls Royce, Sean Parker (of Facebook and Napster), the Strokes after party, the soundtrack to Matthew Williamson and Emmanuel Ungaro's fashion shows, and NetJets. Many more big things to come from these two gents with their sights set on huge goals, unique productions, and the power of their partnership…
- The Chainsmokers in 3rd Person
Adam Alpert: Adam@4am.tv
5 / 21 / 2013
 Rotan
Beatnik Baby
(Original Mix)
Rotan
Wales, Britain (UK)
 
 
 
Alex Manfuso
Rave In
(Radio Edit)
Alex Manfuso
Florence, Italy
 
 
 
Henry Aya
Pandora
(Original Mix)
Henry Aya
Bogotá, Colombia
Henry Aya is a DJ and Producer of electronic music mainly oriented to the genres of Progressive House and Electro House
Henry began his career in early 2012 and despite his short time in the music scene already stands out as one of the Colombian Djs most internationally, because thanks to his productions has been signed by major labels as Plusquam Records (Germany), Pop Rox Muzik (USA) and Housepital (Netherlands). It also has the continued support of very famous Djs such as: Gianni Marino, Tomy Romera, Kyder, Cedrig Garvais among many others, whom programmed his music on radio shows and presentations worldwide.
For now this DJ/Producer born in Colombia prepares big original productions, collaborations and remixes with those who will try continue captivate the world of dance music in the world.
The future will certainly have great things for this young and talented DJ, so do not miss your breakthrough!
 
Johnathan Pitch
Mosh
(Original Mix)