John Talbot-Families featuring Glasser

I jumped on the John Talbot fan club boat a while ago, but became the capitan after hearing this gem of a track with Glasser. I have been a fan of Glasser's vocals for a long time now, especially since she is a fellow Angelino, and I think has the best pipes out of any up and coming vocalist out of LA. This is just a great track and highly recommend it to anyone. John really makes her vocals the highlight of the track, but I think it is the music that makes her vocals shine.

JOHN TALABOT / Families (Ft Glasser) by Young Turks

Pacific Horizons-Balearic Music Volume #1 Mixtape

There are only a few handful of DJS in LA I look up to, and James Sinclair of Pacific Horizons and K-Bros fame is at the top of that list. His taste in music is amazing, and his DJING skills of mixing two records together is an artform. He still plays only vinyl and hand picks his records each set, making them not only special but something different than you hear at most clubs nowadays.

This mix has been on repeat for a few weeks now, and I can't get enough of it.

Enjoy.

Balearic Music Volume #1 by Pacific Horizons

Handshakes-Fivehead (Midnight Surfer Remix)

Hey Friends,

Just finished up a new remix for my friends, Handshakes, https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/handshakes . There album was just released by Old Flame Records out of Brooklyn, and with gigs up and down the Westcoast, and already buzz within the LA scene, I can only see these guys leaving their mark on the music industry within the the next year.

This remix really challenged me and took my production skills to another level as this song had two different BPM's, as well as two different time signatures. After scratching my head for a bit, I ended up figuring out how to properly match each section with the proper BPM and time signature. So here is my take on Fivehead available for free thanks to Handshakes and Old Flame Records.

Ruby Frost-Moonlight (Midnight Surfer Remix)

Ruby Frost http://www.myspace.com/rubyfrostis an artist brought to my attention this year. I really like her voice, but had a problem bringing this tune into my DJ sets, so I decided to add my own personal touch to this tune, and make it a bit more DJ friendly. I went aqbout this by adding some synths and some new drums to bring the beat up a bit. I am really looking forward to her debut release this year, and I think she will win the world over with her beautiful voice.
Ruby Frost-Moonlight (Midnight Surfer Remix) by Midnight Surfer

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - How Can U Luv Me?

I just saw these guys last Friday night, when they opened for the Naked and Famous. They were a great opener, and I really dug their sound. Thought the bass player had some mad skills, and I can see these guys having a big future.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - How Can U Luv Me?: "Unknown Mortal Orchestra - How Can U Luv Me?"

Parallels-Ultralight (Midnight Surfer Remix)

Here is a remix I did of Ultralight by Parallels. Parallels, http://www.myspace.com/parallelsfm,is an amazing group out of Canada, comprised of the talents of Holly Dobson (Vocals) and Cameron Findlay (Drums). Most people are fimiliar with Cameron's early work as drummer of Crystal Castles, but don't let his past work fool you. Their new album is more relaective of early disco greats, rather than the new electro sound reaching all aspects of the globe. Visionaries is one of my favorite new albums this year and I highly suggest checking it out and Parallels on tour this Spring. Still sad they aren't stopping by LA for the night.

Fresh Bruises-DJING Saturday Night

LOCATION: 1640 North Spring St., Los Angeles, 90012 @ The KGB Gallery
TIME: 9pm-2am
DATE: Saturday, March 26th
TICKET / RSVP System: We have set up an eventbrite at http://freshbruises.eventbrite.com/
FACEBOOK PAGE: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=175441849167776The ticket costs money (5 if you buy before, 10 at the door) - but its free drinks all night!
Featuring:
Food by The Grill Em All Food Truck
Art Gallery featuring local Los Angeles artists (Miriam Dafford, Nate Geare, Darren Pearson, + more)
Live Screen Printing from Family Industries
Free giveaways from our sponsors
Free drinks all night long for attendees
Dancing! To the tunes of DJ Midnight Surfer and more....

Please come this will be a fun partay. Also, feel free to bring anyone you would like, this will be a big event - all are welcome!

Young Galaxy-Cover Your Tracks (Midnight Surfer Remix)

Young Galaxy-Cover Your Tracks (Midnight Surfer Remix) by Midnight Surfer

Midnight Surfer-Rug Burns

New Track. Have Fun.

Rug Burns by Midnight Surfer

CREEP - Days (Azari & III Remix)

My love for Azari & III runs deep, and within this past year, they jumped onto the world stage and crafted a sound that is unique, but pays homgage to the house roots of Chicago and Detroit.

On this remix, they take Creep's new track "Days" and crafts into a mid tempo dance floor warm up track that hints at Chicago house under tones, while showcases Romy's (of the XX) amazing voice. Another great free download from our friends over at RCRDLBL. I love how they are getting into the dico/house movement.

PREMIERE: CREEP - Days (Azari & III Remix)

Midnight Magic - Beam Me Up (Jacques Renault Remix)

Another Super jam from Jacques Renault from Runaway. Thanks to RCRD LBL for the free download. Saweet!!

Midnight Magic - Beam Me Up (Jacques Renault Remix)

Cut Copy-Take me over (Tim Goldsworthy Remix)

My new favorite and vote for remixer of the year goes out to Tim Goldsworthy. Everything he touches is just magical and so good. Here he puts his touches on the new Cut Copy single and again I am left an even bigger fan.

Cut Copy - Take Me Over (Thee Loving Hand Remix by Tim Goldsworthy) by modularpeople

Jokers Of The Scene - Joking Victim (Shit Robot Remix)

Here is another jam everyone should download. Thanks to our friends over RCRDLBL, you can.

DOWNLOAD: Jokers Of The Scene - Joking Victim (Shit Robot Remix)

Polarsets - Morning

Here is another band that I have been listening to a lot lately. Polarsets are quite amazing, and I really can't wait to see them when they come over to the US. I see a very bright future for these UK lads.

DOWNLOAD: Polarsets - Morning

Azari & III-Into the Night video

Scion A/V Presents: Azari & III - Into the Night from Scion A/V on Vimeo.

Such a great video of a great song. Highly recommend the Nicholas Jarr remix. So tasty.

Cary Ann Hearst-Hells Bells (Midnight Surfer Remix)

Here is a new remix I did of the very talented artist by the name of Cary Ann Hearst
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cary-Ann-Hearst-is-a-person/77400921843
I first heard Cary Ann through Filter Magazine and I really liked her voice, but then I got to see her play live, and she blew me away. She is truly a gift, and I was lucky enough to get a stems from her management, as I wanted to play this tune in my DJ sets, however for some reason Country Twang doesn't work well with Disco/House. So her is my Trip Hopish take on this amazing tune. Enjoy and be sure to check out her EP, as it is beyond great.
Cary Ann Hearst-Hells Bells (Midnight Surfer Remix) by Midnight Surfer

The Bees - Winter Rose (Tim Goldsworthy Remix)

I have been a fan of Tim Goldsworthy for some time now, and a even bigger fan of his remixes after parting ways with NYC, and venturing back to his home land in United Kingdom. Being one of the main dudes behind DFA Records, Tim found a sound that makes any track take on a new character, and allows tracks like this one, to become dance floor worthy.

This track by the Bees is amazing, which utilizes the great vocals as they bounce over a mellow synth hook. But my favorite part of this track, is the drums as there seems to be two patterns fighting with each other, and gives the song new life and a different sound. I don’t know if this is really the case, but whatever Tim is doing, he is going a great Job.

PREMIERE: The Bees - Winter Rose (Tim Goldsworthy Remix)

Kim Ann Foxman - Creature video

I have been a fan of Kim Ann for a very long time now. I had the honor to DJ with her and Andy Butler of Hercules and Love Affair a while back, and she was not only very nice, but had great record selections and skills to match. I was very bummed to hear she parted ways with Andy and HLA, but glad to hear she is on her new journey creating great jams like this one. This is a great song and video that showcases Kim Ann's powerful voice as well as her keen artistic eye that is seen through this video.

I have also heard tons of great remixes of this song on sound cloud and can't wait to get my hand on the vinyl when it shows it's face.

Midnight Surfer-Phono/Aux

Here is a new track I did. Have a listen. E-mail me for the download link. Sweet.


Phono/Aux by Midnight Surfer

Canyons - My Rescue (Dr. Dunks Disco Extension)

There is something about a good piano riff over any sort of house beat. We even discussed this in my keys class last night, as we were disecting House of House's tune Walking these Streets, and there use of the F minor scale throughout the song. It adds this magical sound scape that give the bass and kick depth, while allowing the song to have character and a sense of being.

Another perfect example is how Dr. Dunks, aka Eric Duncan, uses his keys to add another demension to this already powerful song. Have a listen and a download thanks to our friends over a RCRDLBL.

Canyons - My Rescue (Dr. Dunks Disco Extension): "Canyons - My Rescue (Dr. Dunks Disco Extension)"