Bulldog

Yeah, I'm all about getting hold of some more music from New Zealand, as it's fairly under-represented in my collection. All I've got are some albums by the Clean, the Dead C and the Mockers of all people. I'm gonna have to take some time to look back through this thread a bit more, as I'll fess up and say that most of my time in forum goes rather selfishly towards my own journal!

Six60 here, as you say, are definitely very different from all the UK d'n'b I've ever heard (though I'm far from an expert on it - it's a genre I've only been listening to for the last 6-odd months or so). Either way, I've certainly never heard d'n'b crossed over with dub rhythms before, so this'll definitely make for some good listening when I can get round to finding some albums of theirs.

Merkaba

Holy shit six60 is good, will keep an eye out for them when they come lurking.

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Scarlett O'Hara

Today I will be discussing:

State of Mind

State Of Mind is a duo consisting of Patrick Hawkins and Stu Maxwell. The two certified audio engineers met in 1999 through the drum and bass scene in Auckland, New Zealand. Finding that they both shared a background in hard rock music, and even trip hop, it was drum and bass that was the most powerful musical link between the two.

Total Science have long been a musical influence for State Of Mind, so this meeting, and subsequent label interest served as a 'coming of age' for the producers. Unfortunately, at the time of this encounter Stu was away on holiday, and with no phone contact he was unable to be a part of the initial dealings with the lads' heroes. Thinking that Stu may not quite be able to believe this course of events, Pat asked Q Project to write a note for Stu expressing their interest, so the story would be believable once he returned. The note was then photographed in the hands of Mr Q Project to seal the deal.

Many will be astounded by this kind of success at such an early point in their careers – that is, until they hear the music the duo has produced. Jackhammer snares, gut-churning kick drums and thunderous sub-bass are paired with a seemingly endless supply of infectious basslines and thematic effects. Ditching the blueprint standard of many drum n bass tunes, the State Of Mind construction has continuously achieved its goal of optimum dancefloor satisfaction.

Tracks from the lads are currently on high rotate in the sets of Concord Dawn, Black Sun Empire, Spor, Doc Scott, Bulletproof, The Upbeats, Pendulum, Klute, Teebee, Bad Company, DJ Friction, Total Science, DJ Craze, Futurebound and many more.

State of Mind | Amplifier NZ Music

I used to see these guys all the time back when I was at University. They would have their sets in a small underground club called Bath Street and boy did they blow your mind (and ears). One of my favourite mixes of theirs was when they pounded DJ Friction's "Roots" through the speakers:



I have bought their albums and tenderly play them through generous speakers that my dad has donated. Incredible drum and bass here, it's intense, it's solid and soul destroying. Highly recommended. Their releases include:

Faster Than Light (2009)



Take Control (2006)

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jackhammer

Last track was definitely the best for me and I have been looking for some new DnB to listen

That last track reminds me of a heavier version of LTJ Bukem who can be described as ambient DnB I guess and pioneered the 'kick drum' sound that is used a lot today.

This is now 15 years old but still sounds superb. A good track to turn up loud.

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Scarlett O'Hara

Ooo I like, I think I remember you introducing me to them a while ago. Glad to hear you like the sound of State of Mind. There's always more to come from my sexy country.

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It's been a while. Me being a slack lounge lizard/work nut.

Here is my French obsession Julien Dore. Now I am a big fan of music that is in languages I can't understand because I find certain ones absolutely beautiful like German, French, Arabic and Korean. This in mind though, for those not so partial to pushing the language boundaries I have an artist just for you.

Julien Dore

He was discovered on a random French singing competition and has produced some intense music.

He's got this raw, indie vibe. From beautiful somber piano melodies to rough and tangible guitar riffs. Oh yeah and throw a little sax in there too.

Can only get acoustic examples on youtube but hit me up and I'll flick you the album Erstaz if you like him. He's like the sexist man in France or something and to be honest I could bang him till the bed breaks.





Favourite song:



Incredibly beautiful:

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(Trollheart casts out his line hopefully)

Seeing as you mentioned you're a big fan of let's say non-English-language music, perhaps you can help me. I'm trying to expand a little myself, and planning on a section in my journal concentrating on just that subject, music in other languages and from other countries. Mostly rock, but country, pop, easy-listening etc would all be good too. Would you have any suggestions?

Just to give you an idea of the pathetic level of my NESM (Non-English-Speaking (or Sung) Music) experiences, we're talking Josh Groban, Baron Rojo, Trust, and... yeah, that's about it. Pathetic with a capital P.

Any help in this area would be very much appreciated.

TVM
TH

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Goyte

Gotye is an Australian artist who's popularlity has exploded since the release of the song Somebody That I Used To Know, which has 99 million views on Youtube.

" Belgian born Wally De Backer is Gotye. He has adopted Australia as his home and it's certainly not unlike us Aussies to claim him for ourselves! An incredible artist, he has the ability to play many musical instruments to an extraordinary level while mixing and producing his own music at home.
With the combination of his music and talented vocal ability, the results are songs that reflect styles and sounds of the past, but demonstrate a distinctly contemporary outlook.

Since his teenage years in Australia, Gotye has been playing music for good sized crowds, often in underage gigs around Melbourne. As he developed his musical talent, this alternative artist started to gain popularity through radio station Triple J. His first single Learnalilgivinanlovin was released in August 2006. Since then he's never looked back. ''

Taken From the album ''Boardface'' (2008)



I absolutely love him and think he brings real musical talent into his work. This is real pop. Here are some more of his songs for you to check out.

This video made me cry, as much as I tried not too.

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Scarlett O'Hara

I discovered this photo on Twitter today, Gaga and The Rolling Stones, my two loves, performed my favourite Stones track Gimmie Shelter. I actually wet myself a little. Here is the video, enjoy. Warning: Lady Gaga is obviously whacked out on drugs, I don't know what the fuck she was up to.

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misspoptart

After watching this vid, I totally agree with you. Wtf Lady G. I did some research about her and her history (if any) with drugs. I get put off by drug-influenced music (I'm a twerp), so I was disappointed with Gaga as early as "You and Me" when she fell off that piano. But I do lover her all the same.

I hear tell that you are the Lady Gaga expert on the forum. Do you think she's headed down the road of Janis, Kurt, Jim, & Amy?

By the way, I love your posts.