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Top Monthly Tune Recap – February 2016

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Welcome to February’s top ten recap. Check out who made the cut:

 

1. Louis The Child – It’s Strange (SoySauce Remix)


Genre: Trap/Dance

There is an enormous remix pack of It’s Strange out there. This has the be my favorite remix and my pick for favorite tune of the month.

 

2. Dustycloud – Run


Genre: House

Equal parts anxiety, fright, and love while listening to this tune. I’ve never been more afraid of head bobbing to a track.

 

3. Illenium – With You ft. Quinn XCII


Genre: Dance

The vocals and combination of calming beats make this a beautiful tune.

 

4. Sohn – Lights (Gab Rhome (Feat. Demetrius) Rework)


Genre: House

If you’ve been following my recaps for a while, you know I’m a sucker for songs with profound lyrics or lyrics that make you think. Here’s a snippet from Lights, “We weave in and out of consciousness alone/
Til our bodies collide and keep us from getting cold”. Deep. I love it.

 

5. CamelPhat & The Alexsander – The Switch (Original Mix)


Genre: Tech House

I may have listened to this tune about a hundred times in a row. I love the small builds in intensity and releases.

 

6. BLU J – I RMMBR


Genre: Deep House

I like the current spin on the classic Kaskade tune, ‘I Remember’.

 

7. Stulp Fiction & Abedz – Nothing To Lose


Genre: Deep House

I want to pull out all my house moves on the dancefloor to this.

 

8. Gathier – If You Don’t Want Me


Genre: Deep House

Simple lyrics full of feeling and a intro building into serious deep house vibes.

 

9. Jonas Rathman – Cobalt


Genre: Tech House

I am in love with the 80s-esque synths/vibe in this tune.

 

10. Junktion – Breakfast At Midnight (Brame & Hamo Remix)


Genre: Deep House

The perfect after hours tune. Filled with jazz bits, and a feeling of an era long gone, this tune transports the listener to a different time and place.

 

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – January 2016

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Welcome to the first top ten recap of 2016! I can’t wait to spend the year sharing tunes with you. Here’s my recap for January:

 

1. Snow Dayy – Drift


Genre: Trance

I haven’t featured a trance track in a while. I was pleasantly surprised to come across this tune. Enjoy the 7 minute long journey.

 

2. The Right Stuff (Psychemagik Remix)


Genre: Dance

I absolutely love this remix – in fact I think I’ve had it on repeat for a while. The dance spin and little unique sounds make this one a real winner.

 

3. Leftwing & Kody – Keep On


Genre: House

House tune with a classic feel – reminds me of 90s house tunes.

 

4. Stendahl – Changes


Genre: Deep House

I love coming across artists that aren’t well known. This tune was a gateway into discovering more great music from Stendahl. Enjoy this title tune from his latest EP.

 

5. Caribou – Can’t Do Without You (Manila Killa & Kidswaste Cover)


Genre: Dance

A very dreamy take on the original tune.

 

6. Elderbrook X Andhim – How Many Times (KANT Remix)


Genre: Deep House

I always worry when remixes come out for tunes that sound amazing in their original forms. This remix however keeps the essence of the original and also sounds great.

 

7. Mrmilkcarton – Valley Of The Giants (Original Mix)


Genre: Deep House

Tunes that progress through peaks and valleys are the best. Enjoy this deep house tune that does exactly that.

 

8. Kubix – Run Away (Azaleh Remix)


Genre: Electronic

A very soulful, chill tune. This is one is definitely more of a meditative tune.

 

9. Mura Masa – Your Bones (Khamsin Remix)


Genre: Electronic

A deep take on the original tune.

 

10. Sinden & Herve – Hit & Run


Genre: House

Great house tune with cool bits of guitar strums and old computerized sounds.

 

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – December 2015

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Welcome to the last top ten for 2015! Enjoy December’s findings:

 

1. Dotan – 7 Layers (Sebastien Edit)


Genre: Deep House

Another fantastic re-up by Sebastien. I love the original song by Dotan but the deep house treatment takes this track to another level. Something about the lyric “I was a stranger in my own skin” also gets me every time.

 

2. Justin Bieber – Sorry – North Base Bootleg


Genre: Drum & Bass

One the best remixes of this tune. I give a lot of credit to North Base for making me like a beebs track hah

 

3. Kastis Torrau – Cold Water


Genre: Tech House

I became a fan of Kastis since I heard him on Max Graham’s Cycles Radio. This is one of his newest tunes and it doesn’t disappoint. Love the spacey feel.

 

4. A Fine Way To Die (GRiZ Remix)


Genre: Future Funk

Admittedly I don’t feature much funk on my countdowns, but this is an exception. The combination of guitars, vocals, and brass plus a future feel make this a great tune.

 

5. Rae Sremmurd – This Could Be Us (Arman Cekin & unknown Remix)


Genre: Trap

I’m becoming a fan of Rae Sremmurd. This is a great trap remix of an already great tune. Turn the volume on your speakers up.

 

6. Supermode – Tell Me Why (T-Mass Remix)


Genre: Trap

I can’t believe the original version of this is almost ten years old. T-Mass puts a great trap spin on this classic tune.

 

7. Eagles & Butterflies – We Get High feat. J.U.D.G.E


Genre: Deep House

A darker, more chill track with beautiful vocals. Not a dance number, but more of a relax and listen tune.

 

8. LSB – The Hurting (Lenzman remix)


Genre: Drum & Bass

A great Lenzman remix. Minimal soulful vocals + dnb = winner.

 

9. Meramek – Know Me


Genre: House

I’ve been waiting for a follow up to ‘Only You’ and this is it. Another great house tune from Meramek. I want to be on a dancefloor in dimly lit club with this one.

 

10. SAINT WKND Feat. INGLSH – Lost (Runaway)


Genre: Deep House

Getting some serious Cali vibes from this tune. I love the vocals by INGLSH and the lyrics really pull at the heart.

 

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – October 2015

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It’s time for October’s top tune recap.

 

1. Jeremy Olander – Hanover


Genre: House

Definitely one of Jeremy’s darker feeling tracks. A pretty cool progressive house tune with a late night vibe to it.

 

2. Moonbootica – June (Robby East Remix)


Genre: House

Love love love this tune. Catchy ass dance beat. Enough said 🙂

 

3. Ray Fields – Day Time Dreamers


Genre: House

There is a reason why the title has the word ‘Dreamers’ in it. This tune is definitely dreamy. I especially love the guitar riffs that pop in.

 

4. Tommy Jacob – Operate


Genre: Alt/Electronic

Love the sexy vocals on this one and the cool clock-like sounds in the background.

 

5. Autograf – Dream (Gianni Kosta Remix)


Genre: Tech House

A lovely, chill remix by Gianni Kosta. Another set of awesome guitar and piano riffs.

 

6. Uone & Out Of Sorts – Tasman Bridge – Gabe Remix


Genre: Tech House

Love the bass kicks in this tech house tune.

 

7. Max Frost – Withdrawal


Genre: Alternative

Part indie, part soul, part funk. This tune is super catchy and overall feel good.

 

8. Artsever – Long Awakening


Genre: Deep House

A beautiful deep house tune perfect for a day on the beach or a long drive.

 

9. LDR – HBTB (Saint Remix)


Genre: Trap

For those who have followed my monthly countdowns, you know how much I love bass. Really cool remix here with tons of bass and (haunting) vocals.

 

10. Moosefly – White Lies (Oliver Schories remix)


Genre: Tech House

Rounding out my countdown recap is this remix by Oliver Schories. This tune also has a darker vibe to it and is a definite must listen from start to finish.

 

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – September 2015

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It’s time for September’s top tune recap.

 

1. Fausttt – La Tengo


Genre: Trap

Dear god, the bass. The bass! Enough said…

 

2. MitiS – Mirages


Genre: Progressive House

MitiS should be renamed Midas, because everything he touches turns to gold. (See what I did there??) This is another lovely track with a chill vibe. Solid production as usual.

 

3. Henrik Zuberstein – Elicit Response


Genre: Trance

Fantastic progressive vibe on this tune. It sounds really otherwordly, which is a cool positive.

 

4. Solid Stone – Signs Of The Future


Genre: Progressive House

I first heard this track on my favorite radio program, Cycles Radio. Solid Stone takes you on a progressive journey with this one, highlighted by some great drum sounds. I wish the audio were longer.

 

5. Alex O’Rion – Koi Koi


Genre: Trance

I absolutely fell in love with work of Alex O’Rion based on this tune. This is a beautiful one.

 

6. Luke Cusato – All Over You (Selva Remix)


Genre: Future

Another great bass track. I love the vocals by Luke.

 

7. Matt Lange – You’ll Remember Me


Genre: Techno

This is my favorite tune off of Matt Lange’s newest album, Ephemera. Get ready for the dark, industrial vibe + unique sounds Matt Lange is known for cooking up.

 

8. Roger Sanchez feat Stealth – Remember Me (Spada Remix)


Genre: House

It is a requisite to have at least one dance worthy tune on this countdown. Spada achieves that with this remix.

 

9. Eekkoo – Warren Avenue


Genre: Techno

Based on the origins of techno. Solid production behind this tune.

 

10. James Hype – Still Want Me


Genre: Garage

Another tune to get your dance on. Solid basement party number.

 

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Top Monthly Tunes – August 2015

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It’s time for August’s top tunes recap.

 

1. Hayden James – Something About You (Cut Snake Edit)


Genre: House

I may have single-handedly been responsible for 10K plays on this tune (Joking of course, or am I??). Definitely a bouncy dance number ready for big speaker treatment.

 

2. SevenDoors – Movement Of Whale


Genre: Deep House

The halfway point of this tune is quite amazing. The beat slows down, builds up, and releases into the last half of the tune. Beautiful listen on this one.

 

3. Petter Carlsen – Never Leave Me (Tinlicker Remix)


Genre: Electronic

Love the dark, industrial-like vibe. The vocals are great. The headphones especially love the kicks.

 

4. ZHU – Faded (Ruobin Remix)


Genre: Deep House

There are a lot (I mean ALOT) of Faded remixes out there. It’s hard to compete with the greatness of the original. This remix comes pretty close. It’s a cool take, preserving the vibe of the original, while adding some really cool measured (clock-like) sounds.

 

5. Nicolas Luce – Trust You


Genre: House

I want to be at a sweaty, packed, basement party listening to this (ok, maybe not so sweaty or packed, but you get the idea of the vibe I’m going after).

 

6. I’m Not A Band – Cages (Christian Löffler Remix)


Genre: Electronic

A very clean, chill tune with another set of lovely vocals. The slight echo on the vocals produce a hauntingly beautiful effect.

 

7. Palace – Too Young ft Ziggy (Kyle Watson Remix)


Genre: House

I like the combination of house beats with hip hop flair from Ziggy.

 

8. Jack Ü ft. Justin Bieber – Where Are Ü Now (Reevo & David Bulla Remix)


Genre: House

I am NOT a beebs fan, however, I love Jack Ü, and this is a pretty great remix. Go ahead, get your dance on.

 

9. Fetty Wap – 679 (K Theory Remix)


Genre: Trap

I like most of the tunes I’ve heard from Fetty Wap, and K Theory can crank out some sick trap tunes – this remix showcases that.

 

10. Bronze Whale – Weird Dark Things (Ft. Khai)


Genre: Trap

I can appreciate artists who hold off on the final product until they deem it’s perfect. Bronze Whale waited until they found the right set of vocals for this and they succeeded.

 

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Top Monthly Tunes – July 2015

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Welcome to July’s top tunes recap. Here are my top ten tunes for this month:

 

1. Fink – Looking Too Closely (Erik Lake Remix)


Genre: Deep House

I always hope remixes do the original versions justice. Eric Lake does just that with this one. The vocals and message stay in tact among the deep house beat.

 

2. PALASTIC – Worlds Collide ft. Josh Roa


Genre: Indie

My favorite part of this tune are the electric guitar riffs. The vocals are also superb. Feel free to play this track while driving with the windows down.

 

3. The Score – Catching Fire


Genre: Indie Pop

If you like bands like American Authors or The Script, this tune will be right up your alley. The band sounds great and the chorus is definitely catchy.

 

4. Mr. Skeleton – My Opinion


Genre: Techno

This is definitely one dark and trippy tune. What makes this an interesting track are the industrial sounding bits and scary ass vocal snippets.

 

5. Jon Bellion – Woke The F*ck Up


Genre: Indie

Catchy chorus and great vocals by Jon. I love how this song projects that moment of realization we all have when we finally see through the fog.

 

6. Seekae – The Worry


Genre: Electronic

A new track with a 80s alternative feel.

 

7. Superpoze – Overseas


Genre: Electronic

One of those tracks that seem to tell a story from start to finish. I love the piano notes, especially at the end.

 

8. TheArchitect_ – Les Pensées


Genre: Hip Hop

I typically don’t include tunes older than a year on my list, but I had to make an exception for this one. I really like the mixing of English and French vocals.

 

9. Luca Schreiner – Don’t Worry About It


Genre: House

Great summer deep house tunes. Definitely feeling the reverb and minimal vocal snippets.

 

10. EdOne & Bodden – I Can’t Feel (Kevin McKay Remix)


Genre: House

If you’re a fan of early house music, I think you will enjoy this one. It has a great classic house vibe.

 

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Top Tune Recap – June 2015

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Welcome to June’s top track recap. Here we go:

1. CID – She Wants The D
Genre: House
Minimal lyrics with maximal sound. This tune wins for catchy track of the month. I dare you not to listen on repeat.

2. Dosem – Next Room
Genre: House
Dosem is quickly becoming one of those artists for me that never put out any bad tracks. I especially love the brief slowdown halfway through this track.

3. Matt Fax – Supertaper
Genre: Trance
Matt Fax has been on hiatus for some time, but what a brilliant return with this trance track featured on ASOT.

4. Nam’Pa – High (Oleska Remix)
Genre: House
It’s difficult to define what genre this falls into, but that’s part of the beauty of this one. I love the chill factor with pops of french/middle-eastern flair.

5. Galantis – Peanut Butter Jelly
Genre: Pop/Disco
I absolutely love the disco vibes in the track. Definitely a summer-volume-up tune.

6. USB Players – Siren
Genre: House
Featured on a 2015 Ibiza sampler, this summer house track is ready to get you dancing.

7. Rameses B – Better Days
Genre: Chillstep
Coming from a brand new EP, this track illustrates the work Rameses B is known for – well produced, thoughtful, and somehow just reaches the soul.

8. my.head – En Noir
Genre: Electronica
Another beautifully produced track – geared for when you just need to calm down and relax.

9. Jesusdapnk – I Want You (Hotfire Remix)
Genre: House
In what seems to be a mostly house dominated countdown this month, this house track certainly belongs among the best for June.

10. Twenty One Pilots – Stressed Out
Genre: Alternative
Some of the lyrics in this song echo the thoughts of most of us out there. With an underlying hip-hop beat, and solid video to boot, this is a definite top 10 entry.

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Top Tune Recap – May 2015

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Welcome to May’s top track recap. Here we go:

1. CHPLN – People I Know
Genre: Indie, Pop
I’ve waited a bit of time for the next release from CHPLN. They didn’t disappoint with this solid dance track. I’m eagerly awaiting their stateside appearance.

2. Sound Quelle – Allarg
Genre: Trance
What is the meaning of life? Is there life outside of Earth? Ok, maybe that’s a bit too deep, but between the piano riffs and string-like sounds, this definitely reaches the soul and makes for great thinking music (whatever you like to think about).

3. Bontan – Firefly
Genre: House
Bontan can do no wrong. Another certified house hit right here.

4. Clean Bandit – Stronger – CamelPhat Dark Dub
Genre: Tech House
One of those songs that start off innocent enough, then just catapults you in a different direction. Fantastic remix of an already great track.

5. OMVR – Hold You Back (Funkin Matt Remix)
Genre: House
Another dance worthy house remix.

6. On and On – Drifting (Duncan Murray Remix)
Genre: Deep House
Love the low key vibe of this one. Perfect for a long drive with the windows down.

7. Dear David – I’ve Been Waiting (Romez & Damark Remix)
Genre: House
Counting down until I hear this in a lounge or club. Great track to fill a room and get your dance on.

8. Brasstracks – We’re Back Tho
Genre: Future Jazz (sure, let’s go with that)
This duo is back at it again. If you like the sounds of trumpets, horns, and drum beats with modern flair, this is the track for you.

9. Mâhfoud – The Giant (Francois Rengere Remix)
Genre: Electronica
This was a great intro track to the work of François Rengère. The Giant remix features really cool background sounds (including one creepy creak) and tinkers around the right amount of dark.

10. Hunter Siegel – Let Me Love You Right (Ft. Kai)
Genre: House
This Canadian duo pushed out a big hit full of great vocals and bass.

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Top Tune Recap – April 2015

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Welcome to April’s top track recap. I hope you enjoy the selections that made the cut:

1. John Cosani – Spaceman (Kastis Torrau Remix)
Genre: Progressive
I first heard this at Max Graham’s live broadcast of Cycles Radio #200. Since then, it’s been in regular listening rotation for me.

2. Röyksopp – I Had This Thing (Sebastien Remix)
Genre: House
Sebastien’s remix builds on top of an already solid base. I love the serious lyrics combined with a perfect house beat, and beautiful piano cuts.

3. Hardsoul & Roog “Über” (Fisher & Fiebak 2k15 Remix)
Genre: House
A great house track for your summer dance party.

4. PHANTAFOX – Love The Noise (The Voyagers Remix)
Genre: House
I like the vocals and the uk garage bits mixed in.

5. Unlike Pluto & KickRaux – Palace
Genre: Dance
Certified track to get your dance on to. Check out the cool electronic harp-like sounds.

6. Robert Vadney – Declin3
Genre: Trance
A recent Robert Vadney release with a classic trance vibe.

7. The Antlers – Doppelganger (Daniel Lanois Anti-Thesis Remix)
Genre: Alternative
Something different for this month’s countdown. A beautiful slow piece featuring great trumpet and violin work.

8. In The Valley Below – Peaches (Mats Alexander Bootleg Remix)
Genre: Deep House
My favorite thing about this remix is the subtle echo effect on the vocals. Check it out.

9. Stargliders & Seawayz – Sundiving
Genre: Trance
Really enjoyed the summer feel to this one.

10. My Digital Enemy – Shamen (Ben Ashton Remix)
Genre: Deep House
I love the Native American sounding vocal bits in this. A very spiritual, uplifting deep house track.

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