Hiatus No More!

Well, it's been a month since my last post. Mid-terms, projects, and Spring Break have all contributed to my laziness and this post is long over-due. However, the artists I bring for you today do not lack in the same quality I seem to have no grasp for :)

I'll start this post with the electro front.

Speak because I can - Laura Marling - (Engine-EarZ Experiment Refix) FREE DOWNLOAD by Engine-EarZ Experiment

Mixes of ethnic electronica, dubstep, and a taste for blending world sounds only just begin to characterize the collective known as Engine-Earz. A quick perusing of their soundcloud page will introduce you to sounds ranging from indian sitar backed rave anthems to hip-hop mashups crossed with alternative rock and Michael Jackson staples, all the while containing a beat and flow that lends itself only to the style of the band. Though you could argue they are not trailblazers of the musical frontier, the melting pot Engine-Earz creates is one truly unique to the scene.

Speak Because I Can by Laura Marling is remixed in to a prime example of Engine-Earz creativity and genre-bending sound in this ode to an untouched tract of musical fusion, Electronic Folk. Engine-Earz manages to retain the spirit and emotion of Laura Marling's soulful melody while at the same time completely transforming the image of the track. This one's been on repeat for me for awhile now!

Inspirations Mix BBC Radio 1 2008- C22/Engine-EarZ by Engine-EarZ Experiment

As an added bonus, this is a mashup/mix Engine-Earz performed on BBC radio back in their infancy. The familiar sound of mashup artists such as Girl Talk come to mind when listening-- Mashing hip-hop lyrics with other genres is nothing new. However, I believe the production and selection of music Engine-Earz works with(in particular the hints of eastern influence) in this mix make a listen-through more than worth the time.


Sorrow - Summer of Love by Sorrow.

Sorrow - Nostalgia by Sorrow.

Next up is a Garage/Ambient artist by the name of Sorrow. A true gem in his genre, Sorrow has been producing grade A Deep Garage and Dubstep for over a year now. Though not particularly innovative, he is a shining example of how this genre of music should be done. Complex, multi-layered drum lines, ethereal floating melodies and an atmosphere of deep, quality soundscapes -- Sorrow is a talented producer and upholder of high standards for his sound.


Fool's Gold by Fool's Gold

This next band is a large segue from the world of electronica. Fool's Gold is a Los Angeles based collective that meshes together sounds from the African continent with tropical and funky influences into a groovy, danceable smoothie of world sounds that will always leaves a smile on your lips after just a taste. Saxaphones, wind-instruments, and percussion out the wazoo party together in to create an organic, almost tribal sound that is complemented perfectly by the wavering and energetic voice of Luke Top, vocalist and bassist for the band.

Their self-titled debut album is definitely no fool's gold, each song is just as catchy and unique as the last. This album is truly a piece of musical genius. Just take a listen for yourself.

Menahan Street Band - Montego Sunset by Johnny Strychnine

For the cherry on the top of the cake, I bring you Menahan Street Band. Perfect for a summer's day cruise, MSB combines jazz, funk, and ska sounds to create a layed-back medley of summer sounds. Sax, trumpets, and reggae-esque guitar rhythms permeate their intrumental debute album Make The Road By Walking.