Santigold (lyric, bass, pop, rock, itunes)

that one dude · 02-02-2008, 02:45 PM

MySpace.com - Santogold - BROOKLYN, New York - New Wave / Dub / Psychobilly - www.myspace.com/santogold

I love this chick. Santi White (aka Santogold) has been compared to M.I.A. (they're actually gal pals), but I think she goes beyond that. Alot of her stuff is more on the verge of new wave, especially on "L.E.S. Artistes", which is pure pop bliss! The M.I.A. comparisons are pretty relevant on "Creator", which was produced by Switch, who is responsible for most of the production on Kala. You can also find a guest appearance on Mark Ronson's "Version", where she does a fantastic rendition of The Jam's "Pretty Green". She also appeared on Spank Rock and Benny Blanco's EP "Bangers and Cash" on a track called "B.O.O.T.A.Y." (this song should be taken lightly, considering its ridiculous lyrical content). She has toured with Bjork and was actually handpicked by the woman herself for the opening act. She has also been working with Diplo on her debut, which should be out during the first quarter of this year.

"Creator" and "L.E.S. Artistes" are also available on itunes, finally.
Try to get your hands on the original version of "Shove It" as well (the Switch Remix on her myspace stands only sub-par).

that one dude · 04-19-2008, 12:43 AM

okay, dont know if anyone cares, lol, but I just heard the new album today and it's fantastic. There's alot of genre hopping on the album, but it still manages to stay cohesive. And no, it's not "Kala pt. 2".

"Starstruck" - Probably my favorite on the album. The throbbing slow tempo layered with sparks of twinkling synth and Santi's swelling "ahhh's" is haunting.

"Unstoppable" - This one is a bouncy track produced by Diplo. Very Similar beat as Diplo's remix of "Wish Coin" by Beck... but dare I say better.

"Anne" - This runs neck and neck with "Starstruck". It starts off sounding like a song that could have easily been placed on the Kills' latest album, but soon after adds a heavy bass and snare that allows it to stand on its own.

enemyat_thesix · 04-21-2008, 01:29 PM

i have this downloaded, haven't lsitened yet. i onlyl dl'd it cause it was tagged ghettotech....

that one dude · 04-21-2008, 01:41 PM

If you're expecting ghettotech, then dont even bother.... closest track to ghettotech would be "Creator"

Friday · 04-21-2008, 01:44 PM

I personally think 'L.E.S. Artistes' is a terrible track. Bad production. However, there is a XXXchange remix of it which is fantastic.

Expletive Deleted · 04-21-2008, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by enemyat_thesix

i have this downloaded, haven't lsitened yet. i onlyl dl'd it cause it was tagged ghettotech....

It's not Ghetto Tech, but it's still great. I've been in love with Santogold for like two years now, though.

viv. · 04-23-2008, 09:33 AM

Love her.

Someone described the album as sounding like early Police, if that makes any sense. "You'll Find a Way" especially. Whatever - it's yummy stuff, and the M.I.A. similarities shouldn't be overemphasized (though I love M.I.A.)

adidasss · 04-25-2008, 02:15 PM

Loving this shit. One of the best debuts of the year. So much better than M.I.A.

adidasss · 02-12-2009, 05:24 AM

Santogold Is Now Santigold | Pitchfork

Lol. Change thread name?

Piss Me Off · 02-13-2009, 08:31 AM

If she wants!

02-02-2008, 02:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
that one dude Music Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: michigan Posts: 95	Santigold MySpace.com - Santogold - BROOKLYN, New York - New Wave / Dub / Psychobilly - www.myspace.com/santogold I love this chick. Santi White (aka Santogold) has been compared to M.I.A. (they're actually gal pals), but I think she goes beyond that. Alot of her stuff is more on the verge of new wave, especially on "L.E.S. Artistes", which is pure pop bliss! The M.I.A. comparisons are pretty relevant on "Creator", which was produced by Switch, who is responsible for most of the production on Kala. You can also find a guest appearance on Mark Ronson's "Version", where she does a fantastic rendition of The Jam's "Pretty Green". She also appeared on Spank Rock and Benny Blanco's EP "Bangers and Cash" on a track called "B.O.O.T.A.Y." (this song should be taken lightly, considering its ridiculous lyrical content). She has toured with Bjork and was actually handpicked by the woman herself for the opening act. She has also been working with Diplo on her debut, which should be out during the first quarter of this year. "Creator" and "L.E.S. Artistes" are also available on itunes, finally. Try to get your hands on the original version of "Shove It" as well (the Switch Remix on her myspace stands only sub-par). Last edited by that one dude; 02-02-2008 at 03:15 PM.

04-21-2008, 01:44 PM	#5 (permalink)
Friday Music Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Dear Old Blighty Posts: 253	I personally think 'L.E.S. Artistes' is a terrible track. Bad production. However, there is a XXXchange remix of it which is fantastic. __________________ www.myspace.com/ch3ssclub

04-25-2008, 02:15 PM	#8 (permalink)
adidasss Slavic gay sauce Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Abu Dhabi Posts: 7,993	Loving this shit. One of the best debuts of the year. So much better than M.I.A. __________________ “Think of what a paradise this world would be if men were kind and wise.” - Kurt Vonnegut, Cat's Cradle. Last.fm

02-12-2009, 05:24 AM	#9 (permalink)
adidasss Slavic gay sauce Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Abu Dhabi Posts: 7,993	Santogold Is Now Santigold \| Pitchfork Lol. Change thread name? __________________ “Think of what a paradise this world would be if men were kind and wise.” - Kurt Vonnegut, Cat's Cradle. Last.fm

02-13-2009, 08:31 AM	#10 (permalink)
Piss Me Off Moodswings n' Roundabouts Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: At the corner of Dude and Catastrophe Posts: 4,512	If she wants! __________________ Last FM Rate Yr Music Muxtape

04-19-2008, 12:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
that one dude Music Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: michigan Posts: 95	okay, dont know if anyone cares, lol, but I just heard the new album today and it's fantastic. There's alot of genre hopping on the album, but it still manages to stay cohesive. And no, it's not "Kala pt. 2". "Starstruck" - Probably my favorite on the album. The throbbing slow tempo layered with sparks of twinkling synth and Santi's swelling "ahhh's" is haunting. "Unstoppable" - This one is a bouncy track produced by Diplo. Very Similar beat as Diplo's remix of "Wish Coin" by Beck... but dare I say better. "Anne" - This runs neck and neck with "Starstruck". It starts off sounding like a song that could have easily been placed on the Kills' latest album, but soon after adds a heavy bass and snare that allows it to stand on its own.

04-21-2008, 01:41 PM	#4 (permalink)
that one dude Music Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: michigan Posts: 95	If you're expecting ghettotech, then dont even bother.... closest track to ghettotech would be "Creator"

04-23-2008, 09:33 AM	#7 (permalink)
viv. Groupie Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 31	Love her. Someone described the album as sounding like early Police, if that makes any sense. "You'll Find a Way" especially. Whatever - it's yummy stuff, and the M.I.A. similarities shouldn't be overemphasized (though I love M.I.A.)