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wickedlk · 01-14-2010, 01:42 PM

Okay, so it's mid-January and you're pretty skint after the festive period. Let's go and blag our way into some VIP areas tonight....

Stage 1 – “yeah, I could go for a drink” (Mellow house)

Martin Eyerer & Benno Blome – Pianoroll (Ramon Tapia Remix)

This is such a laidback, chilled groove that is perfect for wiling away those long summer afternoons with a beverage of some description. When I listen to this, I feel there is a touch of arrogance about it, a pretentious sound if you like, caused by the piano which reminds me of being in a restaurant where everyone has too much money for their own good. Thankfully the beat is sound and gets me nodding away.

Stage 2 – “this is going down nicely” (The commercial one)

Biffy Clyro – Machines (Beltek Remix)

Everyone I know loves a bit of Biffy and I’m no different. This is a well produced mix that is an interesting progressive take on the closing track from Puzzle. Definitely a crowd pleaser with a little hint of 1998 if I’m not mistaken, this just adds to the feel-good vibe.

Stage 3 – “Shot time” (Progressive/Electro)

Electrixx -My Bassline

I can’t decide whether this is a little bit of a rip of Deadmau5’s This Is Also The Hook or just a coincidence. The vocals sound pretty much the same in their computer generated way and both tracks are electro by nature. Either way, the bassline is incredibly infectious and whets my appetite for the harder stuff to come. I’m not entirely sure what the vocals are about but hey, I don’t want karaoke, I want to rave!

Stage 4 – “In the club -→ in the zone ” (Record of the week)

Tritonal – Suede (Stoneface & Terminal Remix)

Damn it I’m back here again! I don’t return to many tunes for a while once I’ve hyped them once, but this is too good. For me it’s got all the makings of an anthem; it’s got enough ‘feel good’ about it, it’s got ‘energy’, and it’s very ‘distinctive’. The simple vibe (9 notes) gets into your head, ingrained into your memory once you hear it and it invokes feelings of happiness and excitement. ^hands^

Stage 5 – “The afterburner” (Harder stuff)

Zany & Dozer – Fruxaq

Time to bounce. This is a great track and doesn’t really take itself too seriously. I think I like this because there’s lots of variation throughout; the artist never really lets you settle and get into a rhythm. It’s all about keeping you on your toes and keeping you interested. Yeah the voices could grate a little but IMO they just add to the fun

Stage 6 – “Time to reflect” (The anthem)

High Contrast – Seven Notes In Black

From one of my favourite DnB producers, this is definitely one of his greatest IMO. The intro is epic and incredibly iconic which creates a great signature for this anthem. It’s just so simple and as the track builds, I begin to feel a buzz that seriously overcomes me when it drops. The vocals are a nice touch and not overpowering, they rather add to a sense of occasion…

Stage 7 – “Watch the sunrise” (Chillout)

The World On Higher Downs – Euclid

This is so relaxing for me it’s untrue. I just want lay down and think right now. When I close my eyes I see change, like something remarkable is coming to an end but being replaced by something just as beautiful and unique. Put into context it could be the end of winter with the ice melting and the remarkable natural sculptures disappearing, to be replaced with green life and energy as animals come out of hibernation. Maybe it could be called a transition track for me, after all, my night is over and the day is only just beginning.

01-14-2010, 01:42 PM	#9 (permalink)
wickedlk It's my Mau5head! Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK Posts: 233	Okay, so it's mid-January and you're pretty skint after the festive period. Let's go and blag our way into some VIP areas tonight.... Stage 1 – “yeah, I could go for a drink” (Mellow house) Martin Eyerer & Benno Blome – Pianoroll (Ramon Tapia Remix) This is such a laidback, chilled groove that is perfect for wiling away those long summer afternoons with a beverage of some description. When I listen to this, I feel there is a touch of arrogance about it, a pretentious sound if you like, caused by the piano which reminds me of being in a restaurant where everyone has too much money for their own good. Thankfully the beat is sound and gets me nodding away. Stage 2 – “this is going down nicely” (The commercial one) Biffy Clyro – Machines (Beltek Remix) Everyone I know loves a bit of Biffy and I’m no different. This is a well produced mix that is an interesting progressive take on the closing track from Puzzle. Definitely a crowd pleaser with a little hint of 1998 if I’m not mistaken, this just adds to the feel-good vibe. Stage 3 – “Shot time” (Progressive/Electro) Electrixx -My Bassline I can’t decide whether this is a little bit of a rip of Deadmau5’s This Is Also The Hook or just a coincidence. The vocals sound pretty much the same in their computer generated way and both tracks are electro by nature. Either way, the bassline is incredibly infectious and whets my appetite for the harder stuff to come. I’m not entirely sure what the vocals are about but hey, I don’t want karaoke, I want to rave! Stage 4 – “In the club -→ in the zone ” (Record of the week) Tritonal – Suede (Stoneface & Terminal Remix) Damn it I’m back here again! I don’t return to many tunes for a while once I’ve hyped them once, but this is too good. For me it’s got all the makings of an anthem; it’s got enough ‘feel good’ about it, it’s got ‘energy’, and it’s very ‘distinctive’. The simple vibe (9 notes) gets into your head, ingrained into your memory once you hear it and it invokes feelings of happiness and excitement. ^hands^ Stage 5 – “The afterburner” (Harder stuff) Zany & Dozer – Fruxaq Time to bounce. This is a great track and doesn’t really take itself too seriously. I think I like this because there’s lots of variation throughout; the artist never really lets you settle and get into a rhythm. It’s all about keeping you on your toes and keeping you interested. Yeah the voices could grate a little but IMO they just add to the fun Stage 6 – “Time to reflect” (The anthem) High Contrast – Seven Notes In Black From one of my favourite DnB producers, this is definitely one of his greatest IMO. The intro is epic and incredibly iconic which creates a great signature for this anthem. It’s just so simple and as the track builds, I begin to feel a buzz that seriously overcomes me when it drops. The vocals are a nice touch and not overpowering, they rather add to a sense of occasion… Stage 7 – “Watch the sunrise” (Chillout) The World On Higher Downs – Euclid This is so relaxing for me it’s untrue. I just want lay down and think right now. When I close my eyes I see change, like something remarkable is coming to an end but being replaced by something just as beautiful and unique. Put into context it could be the end of winter with the ice melting and the remarkable natural sculptures disappearing, to be replaced with green life and energy as animals come out of hibernation. Maybe it could be called a transition track for me, after all, my night is over and the day is only just beginning. __________________ So many memories, so many stories!