2 Different Weekends, 3 Different Remixes

Yes, I'm aware that it's one of those 4 days of the week that does not involve the fun activities that sprout from Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. However, these three tracks will definitely make you feel like it is indeed the weekend. (Also, I'm just trying to post all the songs I've been meaning to post before it becomes 2015 and they're all officially outdated). Anyways, Oliver Nelson brings his bubbly beats to a new level of outstanding in his remix of Priory's "Weekend." It's groovy, sensational, and one of those tracks that I've listening to over and over again.

Priory - Weekend (Oliver Nelson Remix)

If you haven't heard Vérité yet, you better check yourself and that's the truth. (Ha). This remix of their version of the "Weekend" by Penguin Prison is upbeat and bouncy but in an unexpected, darker way--I'm guessing due to the minor tones of the song's vocals. But it works and I've been obsessed with it for quite awhile.

Vérité - Weekend (Penguin Prison Remix)

Molina brings more of an electro house vibe to their "Weekend," which unearths an unknown energy from this track. The drops are pretty explosive and exemplary of an overall solid remix.

Vérité - Weekend (Molina Remix)

Oliver Nelson

Warning: bulk post ahead.

What is there to say about this electro mastermind? Self-tagged as "future disco," the suave Swede Oliver Nelson has created a pretty unique category for his addictive remixes. With the perfect balance of funk and electronic input, these phenomenal tracks just make sense. It's interesting to me to see how he puts the same disco/light electro vibes in so many different songs from a myriad of genres.

As, I've already mentioned, there's no better way to bring some funk than by means of terrific talk box vocals in a track. Tobtok (tok box?) and Emil Heró do exactly that in this brilliantly executed remix by Oliver Nelson. Showin' and tellin' me we're magical is exactly what this song does (in addition to taking me higher, ugh fine). Groovy, funky, exactly what you need.

Tobtok ft. Emil Heró - Higher (Oliver Nelson & Skogsrå Remix)

This track is a bit more upbeat, but it is contagious and catchy and every way possible thanks to Oliver Nelson's refined electronic touches. I caught myself singing it in the shower the other day for absolutely no reason (not à la Becky G). Also Ella Henderson's voice is pretty dope... mine, on the other hand, is not. So funky in all the right ways and not having anything to do with paranormal activity.

Ella Henderson - Ghost (Oliver Nelson Remix)



After hearing the original of this song, listening to this remix is pretty impressive when you think how did you get this from that? Awesome funky guitar touches are sprinkled throughout this one and the upbeat synth is the perfect way to mellow it out.

The Kooks - Forgive & Forget (Oliver Nelson Remix)

Same kind of style, equally as amazing.

Tomas Barfod - Busy Baby Feat. Nina K (Oliver Nelson Remix)

An interesting take on the original, once again mellowing it out and giving it slower, even MORE feel-good vibes.

Route 94 - My Love Feat. Jess Glynne (Oliver Nelson Remix)

Funk + Funk = ultimate funkmasters flexed.

Chromeo - Night By Night (Oliver Nelson Remix)