Vice

Lisbon is without a doubt one of my favorite cities, but this band actually hails from the UK. They bring some fun and upbeat vibes to their latest song, "Vice." The guitar in it--the chords throughout and the solo--is also nicely done, without overkilling it. The soft vocals add a good touch too. Tracks like this one just make you smile because of their overall feeling!

Lisbon - Vice

Crystals

How about a little otherworldly tune to take you away from your hectic thoughts. I'm loving this super toned down beat by Ardency and the delicate snowflake vocals by Icelandia sprinkled on top. This one is just lovely, enjoy!

Ardency - Crystals (feat. Icelandia)

Profite (Kazy Lambist Remix)

The title of this track is pretty much the opposite of the last one I posted by Moi Je--"Fais Rien"-- because instead of "do nothing," "profite" means "take advantage of it/make the most of it," you know, one of those beautiful not exactly translatable words. Furthermore, what can be more French than having a French DJ mix a French group's song? I love this version of the track by Kazy Lambist, which feels like a day of frolicking and sunbathing. What a dream.

Moi Je - Profite (Kazy Lambist Remix)

Mess Is Mine (Casper Zazz & Droptail Remix)

Well, this is just fun. I saw Vance Joy in concert about a year and a half ago and I must say his voice just exudes such a happy spirit, you can't help but smile when you listen. Now on top of all this goodness comes a pretty spectacular remix by Casper Zazz and Droptail and they totally nail it. I'm really glad they didn't mess with the lovely vocals but the work they did add is quite nice. How about that drop, though? Oh yeah.

Vance Joy - Mess Is Mine (Casper Zazz & Droptail Remix)

In The Morning

Oh, ZHU, love you long time. And I mean, like, since 2012 long time. When I was clearing through my filthy iTunes library on my almost 6 year old computer, I came across some old school ZHU remixes from back in the day. Let's just say he's come far; it's incredibly cool to see how his style has developed and how he's really come into his own. That said, I missed posting his more recent tracks when I was MIA from the blog world, but this one is hot off the hard drive (did I just say that?) and it absolutely slays. It was actually the first thing I listened to this morning and it was just too fitting. I'm still not quite clear on whose voice he uses, but I always love those whispery tones and when it deepens into that ransom caller voice (what? you know what I'm talking about). The way that the piano and guitar instrumentals are integrated into his signature synth style is fantastic. It's definitely a completely different style from the other "In the Morning" I know by Nick Drake, but nothing like a little dirt and grime to kick off the weekend. Going to be listening to this one for a while, duh.

ZHU - In the Mornig

Water Water

Okay, alright, there's nothing like a good 10 minute long jam sesh of a song to reign in the weekend feels and remind you how much you love life. Those beats!!! And the lyrics,"I've been waiting on the summer, I've been waiting for the wintertime to end, I've been waiting for you my friend"--I think we all probably agree with this beautiful truth. I thought I was tired but now I say LFG, thanks to this magic "Water Water." Stay hydrated my friends.

HUMANS - Water Water

Sayonara (Speaker Of The House Remix)

Well this one opens with some spectacular first lyrics, because let's admit it, sometimes we all feel like "fuck the world, I don't care anymore." This is me most days, and then I just do what I want and things (for the most part) end up going okay. Anyways, we recently heard another awesome mix from Speaker Of The House, and it looks like he's on a roll since this one is just as fire. Girly vocals like this could be taken in so many directions and I think he tones them down nicely and did exactly what needed to be done very well. On that note, Sayonara suckerz...

Rebecca & Fiona - Sayonara (Speaker Of The House Remix)

Tuem

I am very into songs with a good electronic beat and sparse repetitive vocals. Sometimes I just like stuff that's solidly rhythmic; it can be meditational in a way, or it can really get you going on some writing projects, which is what I'm currently in the process of doing. This one is very relaxing and the beat never gets carried away--love that. Enjoy.

VIMES - Tuem

The Words

Perhaps you recognize the name Freedom Fry (not talking about our beloved frites here) from their feel good songs "21" or "Shaky Ground (Na Na Na)." If not, "The Words" is the most recent track by this French/American duo, and it takes things into a more minor key, making things sound a bit sadder than their previous tracks, but no less good. The vocals in this one sound a bit like the drawn out alternating intonations of Phoenix (French people, you know). But it still has some paradisal LA instrumentals mixed in there so that we don't get too confused! Digging this one.

Freedom Fry - The Words  

Fading

The first thing that came to mind when hearing this track a few weeks ago was how similar the vocals sounded to those of London Grammar (except that fact that this duo hails from Australia). Beautifully soft and eloquent, they really carry out the ambient vibes of this song. Of course, the low-key instrumentals flow nicely alongside them and I love how they pick up around the 3 minute mark. This one is perfect for the deadbeat feeling of a Monday night.. and on that note, it's time for bed.

Two People - Fading

Do You Don't You

I really like how dark and galactic this one by Haywyre feels. It's spectacularly produced and incorporates some awesome disco-like instrumentals but still keeps it modern. So much goodness swirled into one track.

Haywyre - Do You Don't You

Burn Fast (Louis Vivet Remix)

February has just passed by so quickly-- I can't believe there's just about one week left. I keep feeling like "now is my time" and then before I know it, it's over. It's like being nostalgic for moments that are currently happening. Strange how that happens. Anyways, this remix of "Burn Fast" seems to channel those kind of fleeting feelings of the quickest month of the year. I'm really loving the soothing vibes of this one. Check it:

Bryce Fox - Burn Fast (Louis Vivet Remix)

Shaded In (Palastic Remix)

Wow, I absolutely love this upbeat remix by Palastic. Of course, songs by filous are already awesome on their own, but this blend is really quite special. Turn it up and get ready to go!

filous - Shaded In (Palastic Remix)

Heaven (Two Friends Remix)

Two Friends have been releasing some spectacular I'm-going-to-dance-to-this-and-I-don't-care-if-you-don't-like-it remixes. Perfect for that run you aren't at all motivated for or cruising on a sunny and 60's day with the windows open, this one is sure to put a smile on your face and some groove in your step. The build up is just fabulous and then when it drops it might be even better. Enjoy!

Shaun Frank & KSHMR ft. Delaney Jane - Heaven (Two Friends Remix)

Games Continued

I am one who just cannot say no to some sassy sax integrated with an upbeat house groove. It's always going to be a yes there, no matter what. That said, Bakermat really takes things to the next level with this one and the soft vocals of Marie Plassard don't overpower the magnificent beat, but blend perfectly. Love it, enjoy!

Bakermat & Goldfish feat. Marie Plassard - Games Continued

It's a Memory (Amtrac Remix)

Of course, as we know, I love pretty much everything Amtrac releases and by the way, his recently dropped EP Lost in Motion is just swell. His remix of Fred Falke's track channels his his classic rhythmic style and it blends super nicely with the vocals of Mansions On The Moon. Love the beat, can't get enough of this one! Enjoy.

Fred Falke - It's A Memory (Amtrac Remix)