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Review: Misanthrop – I Need More EP [DnB]

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Release Date: April 19th, 2015 (Beatport) | May 3rd, 2015 (Other Platforms Worldwide)
Label: Blackout NL
Rating: 8/10
Must Have?: Yes, especially for DnB lovers.
Tracklisting:
01 – Misanthrop – I Need More
02 – Misanthrop – Capitalism
03 – Misanthrop – Big Data
04 – Misanthrop – Rock’n’Roll

Track by Track Review:

1. I Need More
It is a bit different from the other tracks on this EP. The suspenseful build ups leading to a, by comparison to the other tracks, relatively calm drop that veers away from your typical Drum n Bass percussion.

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2. Capitalism
Glitchier than the previous track but, still pretty nice. The repetitive dark synths really brings the track together. Plan on having a mosh pit any time soon? Perfect track for that.

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3. Big Data
Love the intro. The engulfing dark and deep sounds at the beginning create an amazing lead up to the drop which, as any good DnB should, is full of energy.

4. Rock N’ Roll
The track title selection fits it well. This is a track a DJ should start their set with — amazing intro with an insane drop. Don’t believe me? Take a listen yourself

Editorials & Reviews

Digital Enemy’s New Single- ‘Bassline Soundz’

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Brighton’s highly successful duo, My Digital Enemy is releasing their hot, new track, ‘Bassline Soundz’ on August 18th. The track contains a blend of different House music sub genres along with a very low vocal sample and baseline. The track has progressive buildup with re-use of the dark vocals, combining tech and house aspects to help create a very edgy hit.

My Digital Enemy has been going through 2014, with raging success. Their track ‘Shamen’, was recognized by Pete Tong, Steve Angello, while also being featured on Tiesto’s Clublife mix. Another one of their hot tracks, ‘Don’t Give Up’, has been blowing up on BeatPort since June. The duo has had an impressive five Beatport House top ten tracks since they began producing in 2013.

For more information on My Digital Enemy see below:

www.mydigitalenemy.com/

www.facebook.com/mydigitalenemyofficial

@mydigitalenemy

twitter.com/MydigitalenemyZULU040-BASSLINE_SOUNDZ-1400-1

Food, Reviews

Review: RealBeanz Iced Coffee with Coconut Water

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RealBeaz has released a ready-to-drink iced coffee drink made with Coconut water. Although the combination may seem a bit odd, the dark rich flavor of the coffee combines well with the light and sweet Coconut water for a unique iced coffee experience.

The coconut water adds a noticeable yet subtle flavor to the coffee which at first may catch you by surprise but, after a few sips the different flavor notes come together really well. In addition to making the drink tastier, the coconut water makes the iced coffee very refreshing.

Out of their new flavors, I found that the Cappuccino and Caramel Iced Coffees tasted the best as they worked well with the coconut water. Although the coffee can be drank straight out of the bottle, there’s nothing like drinking iced coffee out of a cup with a couple ice cubes.

RealBeanz Iced Coffees are available nationwide; you can find local retailers on their website.

Music, Reggaeton, Reviews, Singles, Songs

Review: Ivy Queen Ft. J Alvarez – No Hay (Remix)

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After a long irregular absence in the scene, Ivy Queen is back with a remix of a two year old track “No Hay” Although it is old, the addition of J Alvarez really gives the song new life. J Alvarez’ unique singing style combined with Ivy Queen’s equally unique style come together relatively well. The only issue I had was that this featuring could of been used for a new single, rather than using it on an old song.

Rating: 3.5 / 5 Stars

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Reviews, Singles

Review: Coone & Wildstylez Ft. Cimo Fränkel- This Is Home [Hardstyle]

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Reviewed: Coone & Wildstylez Ft. Cimo Frankel – This Is Home (4:36)

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Two major producers in the Hardstyle scene came together for one hell of a track. For a Hardstyle tune, the track is far from dark with a positive, upbeat and energetic feel that still retains that hard hitting kick that just puts the track over the top. Cimo Frankel really comes through on the vocals, fitting in well with the feel and sound of the instrumental, creating a track that is well balanced in all aspects. The timing of this track is also on point, releasing right before summer really kicks off. “This Is Home” is definitely a track that belongs in your music library this summer. If you’re a DJ, Coone & Wildstylez’ collab is a set maker. We just wish there was an extended version but, that’s what repeat is for.

Rating: 4.5 / 5 Stars

Events, News, Reviews

Sounds Of QDance @ Mysteryland USA (Event) [Review]

Another chapter has been written in the history of the sacred grounds of Bethel Woods, NY where 45 years ago thousands of people gathered for the famous Woodstock festival. Now in these same mountains thousands of privileged Nomads coexisted in harmony, peace and unity at the first Mysteryland USA. As soon as you set foot in the camping grounds and look onto the horizon, you are able to admire the festival and zone in on the orange Q dance tent bringing just a little more excitement to all the Hardstyle lovers who are moments away from their awaited destination. The journey starts from the camping ground as you walk down the hill, pass the campers market through the luscious woods to the campers entrance. After you clear security, your hike up the mountain begins with such anxiety and expectation as you soak in these famous grounds. Finally arriving at the Q Dance tent, it was time to face the truth and present. Kutski opened and the stage was completely full serving as an eye opener to the U.S. crowd that Hardstyle is here to stay. As the afternoon progressed, Brennan Heart made Hardstyle lovers remember why we fell in love with these fast beats in the first place. Sam /AudioFreQ was the chosen one to play both days. Sam is such an awesome person and we had the chance to catch up with him for a live interview that will be out soon. To close the night Coone stepped up to the stage and brought along Steve Aoki, an icon in the electronic music industry. Another interesting moment was when Steve Aoki gave Coone the opportunity to play at the main stage which was another important move in the expansion of Hardstyle. The last day of the festival brought a magical gathering at the orange tent. Wildstylez and McVillain gave a show that will live in our memories for years to come. AudioFreQ showed the fans how much he cares sharing his time among them and of course delivering when time to get down to business. Ran-D injected rawstyle and euphoric beats that only he knows how to tailor according to our needs. The closing set was of epic proportions! No other than the man himself Evil Activities was there to guide us through the darker and faster beats of Hardcore. Overall a great festival with great diversity

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Movies, Reviews

Review: Maleficent (2014)

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Reviewed: Maleficent – Digital 2D

At first, I was skeptical of Angelina Jolie playing the role of Maleficent but, after watching the movie, she did a pretty good job with the role. She was evil, funny and loving which made the movie both entertaining and memorable.

If you were a fan of “Sleeping Beauty” as was I, Maleficent is slightly different from what you may remember. Although the storyline may have a few twists and tweaks here and there, it still has the feel of a classic Disney movie without too much kid stuff (if that makes sense). The movie, in my opinion, appeals well to all audiences — although some moments may be a little tough for children to watch but, then again that is why its PG. I was surprised by the sheer number of times I laughed during the movie and the quality of the graphics — I really regretted not watching it in 3D.

Want a good movie to watch this weekend with the kids (or not), then make sure to catch Maleficent in theaters, its definitely a summer-must-watch.

Rating: 4/5 stars

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Movies, Reviews

Review: Godzilla (2014) [Action / SciFi]

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Reviewed: Godzilla (2014) in IMAX 3D

To sum it up in one word (or two), Godzilla (2014) is BAD-ASS.

The 2014 adaptation of ‘classic’ Godzilla is based in the Pacific Ocean and surround areas, unlike the 1998 version based in New York City. At first, I was a bit skeptical, hearing a lot of negativity from fans but, after watching it, I would definitely go back and watch it again.

The production quality and especially the graphics were superb — almost elegant in nature. The most memorable moment where I was in awe of the graphics was when Godzilla emerged from a plume of dust and debris. There were a lot of moments, especially during the fighting scenes, where the sheer quality and badassery of the scene made me laugh followed by a “holy sh*t” or “wow” afterwords.

Although I thoroughly enjoyed the movie, I did have some personal/fanboy issues with the story line; some characters don’t last as long as I imagined and there was a ‘way too dramatic’ scene where Godzilla is pronounced ‘Gojira’. It should of been a dramatic scene but, I couldn’t help but to chuckle at it. Other than that, I had no issue with the movie. The production team did a really good job of finishing the movie with a slight cliff hanger leaving the audience prepared for a sequel which is a good thing because no one likes a forced sequel either. Some may find that Godzilla needs to hit the gym, a bit thicker than the usual Godzilla everyone imagines, but it isn’t really an issue at all. This Godzilla is still pretty badass.

At the end of it all, ‘Godzilla (2014)’ is a must-see movie — a great way to start off the Summer/Spring of epic movies. If you get a chance to, watch it in IMAX 3D. I’m not much of a 3D lover, some movies just don’t need it but, Godzilla is one of those movies that watching it in 3D just makes it that much better.

In Theaters tomorrow, 05/16/2014.

Get tickets here

4.85/5 Stars

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Events, Events, Music, News, Reviews

Universal Music Latin Billboards After Party “Fire + Ice” (Event) [Review]

The Latin Billboards took place and all eyes were on Miami. Hennessy, Corona and Universal Music Latin Entertainment hosted one of the hottest after parties at Bamboo a prestigious club in South Beach, FL. The night was young and celebrities started to make their way into the venue. It was all smiles, great energy and beautiful people. VIP guests such as Enrique Iglesias, Juanes, Luis Fonsi, David Bisbal, Duina Del Mar, Zion Y Lennox, Los Rakas, AtellaGali and many more. It was a perfect combination of good music, exotic Hennessy drinks and refreshing beer thanks to Corona. It was all everybody needed to make the night a celebration.

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Events, Events, Reggaeton, Reggaeton/Latin, Reviews

Meet & Greet Alexis y Fido @ Radio Shack (Review) [Event]

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We got a chance to catch up and interview non other than five time Latin Billboard nominees Alexis y Fido. The meet and greet took place in Miami, FL at the Dolphin Mall. It was a great time and an awesome gesture by these two guys. Since the beginning of their career they’ve demonstrated love for the fans and “la entrega” (the commitment) for the music they make. The fans didn’t hesitate to make their way to Radio Shack to see this talented duo.

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The people of Miami are well known for their love of music and it’s fair to say their fan base is faithful and shows support no matter what. Hundreds of fans stood in line waiting for a chance to have one on one contact with Alexis y Fido, for many, a dream come true. Stay tune for the interview.

Electronic, Events, News, Reviews

F*** Me I’m Famous @ Story Nightclub WMC (Event) [Review]

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Sun down and lights up. Miami was ready for another edition of F*** Me I’m Famous hosted by David Guetta. Arriving at the club, you immediately notice the amount of beautiful people who want to be part of a night that’s to be remembered. Daddy’s Groove started off by applying nice high quality beats that increased intensity as the night matured. Party goers were hunting for harder deeper sounds and boy did they deliver. Daddy’s Groove was now clearing the way for another star. Up next was Nicky Romero wearing a cool backwards cap. He grabbed the mic, saluted fans and offered us the best experience possible executing a full set of signature tracks. The night hit its climax with David Guetta on stage. A complete show of lights, dancers and music lead by his iconic look didn’t give the attendees a chance to stop partying. During his set special friends like Afrojack and recent Grammy winner Cedric Gervais showed up to support him. The night was not over yet, Showtek was the last to show Miami how its done. The dutch duo who is currently on a success rampage closed the night the right way. Their unique and banging tracks were a perfect dose of adrenaline ending another action packed WMC party.

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Reviews, Singles

Review: D-Block & S-te-Fan & Isaac Ft. Chris Madin – Alive [Single]

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Alive DBSTF DJ ISAAC Chris Madin

Featured on Corillo Commute Episode #12

Drop:
No watered down kicks here! DBSTF and Isaac bring a nice Hardstyle kick that really makes the drop pretty awesome. The heavy kick is pretty well contrasted with an upbeat melody and vocals which create a ‘feel good’ vibe to it.

Vocals:
Chris Madin’s vocal combined with the calm and almost Progressive House styled intro to create a great feel. I have a feeling that this track may become a summer anthem this year.

Originality:
It’s not watered down Hardstyle and it’s not a woodblock Big Room track so we give it a thumbs up in this category.

Sound Quality:
The vocals, the melody and the kick on this track all sound great. Nothing is out of place and it’s pretty balanced. As previously stated, the heavy kick is contrasted well by other aspects of the song which really balance it out. It’s a good track to introduce n00bs to; its not too Hard for a House fan but, Progressive enough to where someone isn’t completely alienated by the track.

Worth The Buy:
Yes! Especially since Hardstyle is on the rise, it’s great track to ease your way into the genre. Purchase it on iTunes today!

4/5 Stars

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Albums/Mixtapes, Electronic, Electronic Music, Mixtapes/Albums, Music, News, Reviews

Avicii – True (Avicii by Avicii) [Track by Track Review]

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We were very lucky to get a chance to listen to Avicii’s new LP, “True (Avicii by Avicii)” ahead of it’s release. The album overall is just remixes by Avicii, you get more of the traditional Avicii sound many craved without really shying away too much from the originals. The LP consists of 9 remixes of tracks off #TRUE; excluding “Heart Upon My Sleeve”, “Long Road To Hell” and “Edom” The LP is set to release digitally on March 24th, 2014, can’t wait? Pre-Order it on iTunes today!

(Reviewed: Full LP)

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01. Wake Me Up (Avicii By Avicii): STAFF PICK
Very different from the original with respect to what genre it would fall under but, Avicii has done this without sacrificing the feel. This version of “Wake Me Up” reminds me more of that original Avicii sound that I was first introduced to. It feels a bit slower than original but, it isn’t a bad thing — it works well with Aloe Blacc’s vocals. On the bit more obvious side, the song is longer than the original by almost 3 minutes. What I really enjoyed about this track is that it had a guitar solo which was a nice touch.

02. You Make Me (Avicii By Avicii):
Avicii stripped this track down to the vocals and created a totally different track when compared to the original. The feel is more of Nu Disco track as compared to the Avicii style Progressive found in the original. What I personally did not like about this version is the 80s videogame style pitter patter in the Background but, I found as the more you listen to it the more you start to feel it and everything starts to fit. If you really liked the original version, give this version a chance before throwing it out the window.

03. Hey Brother (Avicii By Avicii):
Starts off roughly the same but, the vocals are different. They are less country-styled and a bit softer which, although different, works pretty well. This version has a drop; instead of the brass coming in fully, it turns into a nice buildup that leads to a Progressive beat with a catchy synth. Again, when compared to the original, this version is a bit longer too.

04. Addicted To You (Avicii By Avicii):
Besides the different styled intros, what stood out to me was that there is more piano action going on during the vocals than the original which has more guitar. The rest of the track is a bit more energetic than the original — a definite crowd pleaser.

05. Dear Boy (Avicii By Avicii):
*Cue Futurama Fry Meme* Not sure if same vocalist with pitch turned up slightly or totally new vocalist following the same singing style. The track is slower than the original which gives it a slight Nu Disco feel at first but, still retains some Progressive House elements. Unlike some of the other tracks, this version is shorter than the original.

06. Liar Liar (Avicii By Avicii):
Don’t worry, you won’t have to turn down your volume immediately with this version. It starts off softly with a guitar-light lead intro, it reminds me of a 80s ballad but with an Avicii twist (obviously). The part originally sung by a female vocalist, is sung by a male one but he follows that same soft and light style. What caught me off guard was the layering of the higher pitched vocals on top of the male vocals but, it wasn’t annoying or anything just different. Overall, a pretty decent track.

07. Shame On Me (Avicii By Avicii):
Bassy Funk and sampled vocals. Not necessarily a festival type track but, it is still an enjoyable one. It was a bit short but, nevertheless it was still pretty good. Not the most memorable track on the LP but, it wasn’t bad either.

08. Lay Me Down (Avicii By Avicii): STAFF PICK
Sorry Adam Lambert fans, his vocals aren’t on this version but, the female vocals that replace it still keep that soul and style that made the original great. The Nile Rodgers funk is replaced by Avicii’s Progressive sounds. The combination of the female vocals and the Avicii instrumental kind of remind of the classic, “Show Me Love” by Robin S.

09. Hope Theres Someone (Ft. Linnea Henriksson) (Avicii By Avicii): STAFF PICK
Keeping the same intro and vocals as the original, Avicii doesn’t really change much. Except for that drop. A well pronounced kick with an almost brass-like synth that is sure to make this remix one of the most successful ones off this LP. I really enjoyed this one; very simple but it just works so well. A great club track, crowds will love this at his shows.

Is it worth the purchase?

Yes, if you like Avicii’s Pre-True Album sound, this remix LP is a must have. If you don’t feel like dropping $6.99 on the LP, purchase “09. Hope Theres Someone (Ft. Linnea Henriksson) (Avicii By Avicii)”, “08. Lay Me Down (Avicii By Avicii)” and “01. Wake Me Up (Avicii By Avicii)” these songs are definite must haves.

Overall Rating: 4/5 Stars

AVAILABLE 03.24.2014

Catch Avicii on the road!

#TRUE – North America Tour Dates:

04.10.14 – TD Garden, Boston, MA
04.12.14 – Jiffy Lube Live, Bristow, VA
05.08.14 – AK-Chin Pavilion, Phoenix, AZ
05.11.14 – Toyota Center, Houston, TX
05.15.14 – Allstate Arena, Rosemont, IL
05.17.14 – Rogers Centre, Toronto, Canada
05.26.14 – Encore Beach Club, Las Vegas, NV
06.28.14 – Barclays Centre, Brooklyn, NY

Editorials & Reviews, Electronic Music, News

Review: Sohella Slows Down the Rising “Trap” Trend

Washington, D.C. – Nashville based producer, Sohella, is known for his unique take on overplayed and “over-juiced” music genres like Big room house and has done the same once again; but, this time with another genre, trap.

Trap is a style of Hip Hop that was developed from Southern Rap music. The word for the style was derived from the topics the rap songs covered; which consisted mostly of drugs, money and the neighborhoods where such activities took place, also known as the “trap” Since its creation rappers and producers like 2 Chainz, Future, Lex Luger and countless others have gained unimaginable success from the style’s catchy beats.

Electronic-Dance music, being based off catchy rhythms and beats, adopted trap music into its family of numerous sub-genres. Since its “adoption” into EDM, it’s popularity has skyrocketed; attracting the attention of old school producers like DJ R3Hab, known for upbeat Progressive House tunes, but has also become a hub for cliché, mediocre and just flat out bad Trap music.

Sohella has taken the same bass-rich kicks and hi-hat rolls common in Trap music, and slowed it down to an unique and “laid back” tune titled “Hands Up” that’ll surely have you bobbing your head to the beat. Like all EDM, there has to be a “drop”, and this tune is no exception with a simple Hip Hop beat leading into a high-energy smooth synth pad with heavy kicks and hi-hat rolls to top it all off. Compared to most Trap music produced in EDM, Sohella’s take on it is calming and is a great tune to cruise to.

Listen to Sohella’s Single “Hands Up” Here.