1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [7/21/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “I’m on One” – DJ Khaled [7-19-2011]. DJ ringleader lines up cameo raps – Rick Ross, ‘Lil Wayne -- ‘tween mellow Drake refrain for chart-climbing track.
3. “Motivation” – Kelly Rowland [7-26-2011]. Soulful R & B vocals by former Destiny Child’s star ripple over haunting pop refrain with a cameo by Lil Wayne.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “The Adventures of Rain Dace Maggie” – Red Hot Chili Peppers [8-26-2011]. While the refrain is a little Disney, the meat in the sandwich is vintage Cali-Peppers, now ten deep in albums.
6. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
7. “Sexy and I Know It” – LMFAO [6-21-2011]. Big bumpin’ summer dance floor tune by tongue-in-teeth electro-rapper Los Angelinos who just party their hilarious faces off.
8. “Oh Why” – Balam Acab [8-28-2011]. Various sounds and textures combine to form this watery, super-chill, dreamy track created by 20-year old Ithaca college student.
9. “That’s My Bitch” – Kanye West and Jay-Z [8-12-2011]. Gritty lyrics, bouncing raps that alternate between two rap superstars and harmonic refrains frontload this track from latest collaborative album.
10. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
11. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-indie group.
12. “At Home” – Crystal Fighters [8-5-2011]. Folktronic band from Spain combines Basque folk instruments with heavy synths and lilting voices.
13. “Feel So Close” - Calvin Harris [8-22-2011]. Big, bumping dance track by Scottish artist, producer and music-mixer.
14. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
15. “All I Ever Wanted” – Toxic Airborne Event [4-26-2011]. Angsty, dramatic and dimension, this until now overlooked track off their second album with Island Records soars.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Thursday, August 18, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [7/21/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
3. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
4. “That’s My Bitch” – Kanye West and Jay-Z [8-12-2011]. Gritty lyrics, bouncing raps that alternate between two rap superstars and harmonic refrains frontload this track from latest collaborative album.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-indie group.
8. “At Home” – Crystal Fighters [8-5-2011]. Folktronic band from Spain combines Basque folk instruments with heavy synths and lilting voices.
9. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
10. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
2. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
3. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
4. “That’s My Bitch” – Kanye West and Jay-Z [8-12-2011]. Gritty lyrics, bouncing raps that alternate between two rap superstars and harmonic refrains frontload this track from latest collaborative album.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-indie group.
8. “At Home” – Crystal Fighters [8-5-2011]. Folktronic band from Spain combines Basque folk instruments with heavy synths and lilting voices.
9. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
10. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [7/21/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Mr. Saxobeat” – Alexandra Stan [2-24-2011]. Pop dance track for the Euro-club scene by Romanian born singer-song-writer.
8. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
9. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Mr. Saxobeat” – Alexandra Stan [2-24-2011]. Pop dance track for the Euro-club scene by Romanian born singer-song-writer.
8. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
9. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [leaked 7/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
8. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
8. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
2. “Fire in Your Eyes” – B. Taylor featuring Pauley Perrette [5-3-2011]. Duet R&B and hip-hop with uplifiting, go-get ‘em lyrics, one in s string of recently released singles.
3. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockney accent over pop R&B beats.
4. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
5. “Kill It” – The Cinema [5-17-2011]. Among several other pop single releases by emerging, upbeat indie alt-rock band.
6. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
7. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
8. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N.” – NOAH AND THE WHALE [1-23-2011]. A late find for Roll, this is the latest Disney-like, feel-good easy rock track by London-based pop group.
11. “Street” – Jamie Woon [4-18-2011]. Another late find by Roll is an Easy listening lead pop track from latest album by London, England, native.
12. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
13. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
14. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
15. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
16. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “Fire in Your Eyes” – B. Taylor featuring Pauley Perrette [5-3-2011]. Duet R&B and hip-hop with uplifiting, go-get ‘em lyrics, one in s string of recently released singles.
3. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockney accent over pop R&B beats.
4. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
5. “Kill It” – The Cinema [5-17-2011]. Among several other pop single releases by emerging, upbeat indie alt-rock band.
6. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
7. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
8. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N.” – NOAH AND THE WHALE [1-23-2011]. A late find for Roll, this is the latest Disney-like, feel-good easy rock track by London-based pop group.
11. “Street” – Jamie Woon [4-18-2011]. Another late find by Roll is an Easy listening lead pop track from latest album by London, England, native.
12. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
13. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
14. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
15. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
16. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
2. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
3. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
4. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this Boomin’ new Hip hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
5. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
6. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
3. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
4. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this Boomin’ new Hip hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
5. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
6. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Friday, June 10, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
4. “Lotus Flower” – Radiohead [2-18-2011]. Beloved art rock band lays out mellow, trippy grooves on this nuggest from latest album.
5. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
6. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
7. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
8. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
12. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
13. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
14. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
15. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
4. “Lotus Flower” – Radiohead [2-18-2011]. Beloved art rock band lays out mellow, trippy grooves on this nuggest from latest album.
5. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
6. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
7. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
8. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
12. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
13. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
14. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
15. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “I Don’t Wanna Care Right Now” - Lupe Fiasco (3-7-2011]. A boomin’ collaborative pop-dance track with MDMA from Lupe’s latest album.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
7. “Dear Professor” – The Deans List [2-25-2011]. Pop and R&B combine for this re-mix cocktail with new lyrics and a fresh vibe.
8. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
7. “Dear Professor” – The Deans List [2-25-2011]. Pop and R&B combine for this re-mix cocktail with new lyrics and a fresh vibe.
8. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
2. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
15. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
17. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
20. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
2. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
15. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
17. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
20. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Rumour Has It” – Adele [2-22-2011]. Smoky, soulful vocals and catchy beats combine in this second track off Adele’s second album.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
4. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video
9. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
10. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
15. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
16. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
17. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
18. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
19. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
20. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
21. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
22. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
23. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
24. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
25. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
26. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
27. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
28. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
4. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video
9. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
10. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
15. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
16. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
17. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
18. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
19. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
20. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
21. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
22. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
23. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
24. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
25. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
26. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
27. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
28. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
2. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
3. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
4. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video.
5. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
6. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
9. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
10. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
11. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
14. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
15. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
16. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
17. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
18. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
19. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
20. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
21. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
22. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
23. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
24. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
25. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
26. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
27. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
28. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
2. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
3. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
4. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video.
5. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
6. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
9. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
10. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
11. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
14. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
15. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
16. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
17. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
18. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
19. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
20. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
21. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
22. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
23. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
24. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
25. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
26. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
27. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
28. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
2. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
3. “Walking” – Mary Mary [12-7-10]. Latest soulful girl-power R&B track by gospel sisters duo out of Inglewood, CA.
4. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
5. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
6. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
11. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
12. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
13. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
14. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
15. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
16. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
17. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
20. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
21. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
22. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
23. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
24. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
25. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
26. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
2. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
3. “Walking” – Mary Mary [12-7-10]. Latest soulful girl-power R&B track by gospel sisters duo out of Inglewood, CA.
4. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
5. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
6. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
11. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
12. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
13. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
14. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
15. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
16. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
17. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
20. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
21. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
22. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
23. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
24. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
25. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
26. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
9. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
10. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
13. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
14. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
15. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
16. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
17. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals lead ride over rock backdrop in this lead single from forthcoming album by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
18. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
19. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
9. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
10. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
13. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
14. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
15. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
16. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
17. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals lead ride over rock backdrop in this lead single from forthcoming album by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
18. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
19. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
6. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
7. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Country Boy” – Aaron Lewis [12-7-2010]. Angsty, new age-country acoustic track by Staind lead.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
15. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
16. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
17. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
18. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
19. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
6. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
7. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Country Boy” – Aaron Lewis [12-7-2010]. Angsty, new age-country acoustic track by Staind lead.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
15. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
16. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
17. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
18. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
19. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
2. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
3. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
4. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
9. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
10. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
11. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
12. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
15. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
16. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
17. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
18. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
19. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
20. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
21. “Still Sound” – Toto y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
22. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
23. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
24. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
25. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
2. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
3. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
4. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
9. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
10. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
11. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
12. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
15. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
16. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
17. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
18. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
19. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
20. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
21. “Still Sound” – Toto y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
22. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
23. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
24. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
25. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2010] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
2. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
3. “Moment 4 Life” – Nicki Minaj featuring Drake [11-22-10]. A soulful & harmonic refrain along with a cameo from Drake gives this R&B tracks good texture against Nicki’s gruff raps.
4. “Wet” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
6. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
7. “All About Him” – Auburn [11-26-2010]. The new single pop track -- with a retro twist – off forthcoming album by emerging songstress.
8. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Kush” – Dr. Dre, Snoop and Akon [11-18-2010]. Power of three makes for deeply phat raps exalting the power of weed. Hold on to your hat -- it’s unedited.
10. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
11. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
12. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
13. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
14. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
15. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
16. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
2. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
3. “Moment 4 Life” – Nicki Minaj featuring Drake [11-22-10]. A soulful & harmonic refrain along with a cameo from Drake gives this R&B tracks good texture against Nicki’s gruff raps.
4. “Wet” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
6. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
7. “All About Him” – Auburn [11-26-2010]. The new single pop track -- with a retro twist – off forthcoming album by emerging songstress.
8. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Kush” – Dr. Dre, Snoop and Akon [11-18-2010]. Power of three makes for deeply phat raps exalting the power of weed. Hold on to your hat -- it’s unedited.
10. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
11. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
12. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
13. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
14. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
15. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
16. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
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