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Top Monthly Tune Recap – September 2018

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Hi Everybody! Welcome to the tune recap for September 2018.

Part One

1. George Kwali – Dream Enough

Genre: House

Repeat in full effect! Love Aplin’s vocals over Kwali’s synths and house beats.

 

2. Caio Monteiro & Wizzi – Undertow

Genre: Deep House

Love the simple chorus on this tune.

 

3. Callum McBride & Oliver Jack – Everywhere (feat. Sander Nijbroek)

Genre: Deep House

This month’s tune recap is strong on vocals. Sander’s voice is quite beautiful. Perfect for that mid-point in a late night set.

 

4. owl city – fireflies (it’s different cover)

Genre: Trap

It’s hard to believe Owl City’s original version came out 11 years ago! The cover by it’s different is a fresh spin featuring a new trap background.

 

5. Robert Delong & K.Flay – Favorite Color Is Blue (Win And Woo Remix)

Genre: Electronic

The original tune was already catchy but this remix amps up that factor even more.

 

Part Two

6. Kyle Watson – Sides [OUT NOW]

Genre: Tech House

This tune is part of a larger body of work called Into The Morning. While we don’t have the entire album to go on a musical journey with, this was one of my favorite tunes to vibe to.

 

7. CVBZ – 2 Gone

Genre: Pop

It’s hard to classify this style of tune since it drifts around multiple genres. Is it dance, is it pop, is it r&b, is it trap?? Who cares. It’a awesome and you should give it a listen.

 

8. Ontonic & Jetique – Far Away

Genre: Deep House

Would love to blast this dancing tune on a dark dancefloor.

 

9. Loud Luxury – Body (Tim Gunter Edit)

Genre: Dance

I’m glad Tim Gunter released this catchy remix to the masses.

 

10. Tinlicker – Dream With Somebody (Extended Mix)

Genre: Progressive House

A great tune to end my September recap. Enjoy this one straight from Armada.

As usual, don’t forget to visit thistune.rocks where I post all the tunes I’m listening to. Peace!

_Sam

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – April 2017

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I can’t believe it’s already that time again. This year is moving in a hurry! Without further delay, here is your top tune recap for April:

 

1. Moby – Are You Lost In The World Like Me (Bite Me Remix)


Genre: Trap

One criterion for my top tune is the its’ replayability. This tune has been on repeat for a while. I love the trap take on this, but it’s the lyrics that get me everytime.

 

2. Khen – Baby Steps


Genre: Progressive House

This is my favorite tune of Khen’s latest EP. This is the perfect tune for a late night drive or winding down at a club. The real magic happens around the 3:00 min marker.

 

3. Ólafur Arnalds – Öldurót (Tontario Remix)


Genre: Deep House

I still get chills everytime I listen to this tune. Öldurót is probably the most emotional song in this entire recap. Keep an ear out for the crackling bottle sounds.

 

4. Terror Reid – Uppercuts


Genre: Hip Hop

If you’ve been following my recaps for a while, you know I’m not a huge hip-hop fan. However, once I heard Uppercuts, I had to include it in my top recap. I love Terror Reid’s effortless flow and the old school beat.

 

5. Xan Young – Honest


Genre: Electronica

This happens to be the oldest tune in my recap, but I only recently found out about it! The combination of smooth, r&b-ish vocals with synths and claps is amazing.

 

6. Cirez D – On Off (Pryda Remix) [Pete Tong – BBC Radio 1]


Genre: Progressive House

I came across a comment relating to this track ‘Prydzception’. I couldn’t think of a better way to describe this hah. For those that are not familiar, Pryda is an alias of Eric Prydz. So is Cirez D. Yep.

 

7. Big Wild – Empty Room (feat. Yuna) [Elderbrook Remix]


Genre: Electronica

Elderbook’s remix of this tune is great. Part disco feel, part jazz funk, this tune is made for a summertime party.

 

8. Alex Preston & Dave Winnel – Never Meant To Last ft. Javeon (VIP Mix)


Genre: House

Summer. Festival. Season.

 

9. Bontan & Josh Butler – Call You Back


Genre: Tech House

Anything Bontan or Josh Butler is an automatic win for me. This is a fun tech house tune with a catchy hook.

 

10. Matt Lange – Clever Girl


Genre: Rock

I’ve been a fan of Matt Lange for a long time now. His work is constantly envolving. Since his recent departure off on his own (self-releasing tracks), his sound has changed as well. Clever girl features all vocals and instrumentals by Matt.

 

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – March 2017

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Spring is here, which means Summer is on its’ way! In the meantime, enjoy this tune recap:

 

1. BLU J – Safe Ft. Matthew Chaim


Genre: Future House

This tune features a great combination of house and hip-hop influences. This tune will get you dancing in no time.

 

2. Enschway & sumthin sumthin – I’ll Wait


Genre: Future Bass

Turn the volume up on this tune. The beat and vocals are awesome.

 

3. Eat More Cake – Heat Of The Night (Original Mix)


Genre: House

This is the type of tune I’d expect to hear on the dancefloor. Perfect bassline + vocals. Love this:

In the heat of the night
It seems so clear
To follow my heart
And my heart lets me be

 

4. Sébastien Léger – Clouds


Genre: Progressive House

This tune a brand new release from the Clouds EP. I love the blend of dreamy sounds.

 

5. Snakehips & MØ – Don’t Leave (Ekali Remix)


Genre: Dance

Ekali is still one of my top producers. Another solid remix right here.

 

6. Cat Dealers & Evokings – Gravity (Original Mix)


Genre: Deep House

Head bounce in full effect.

 

7. TJANI – Pad Thai (feat. Gracie)


Genre: Deep House

Lovely vocals with catchy kicks. The perfect tune for getting ready for summer.

 

8. Cristoph – Prisoner


Genre: Electronic

This tune is all about dark basement grooves.

 

9. BlackSwan (Sabb Afterdark Mix)


Genre: Tech House

Late night house grooves.

 

10. Croatia Squad – We Don’t Need No Sleep (eSQUIRE Big Bass Remix)


Genre: House

I’m not used to listening to remixes of Croatia Squad tunes, but this is a worthy entry. Enjoy this cool house remix.

 

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – February 2017

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Greetings party people. Without further ado, I present my top tune recap for the month of February. Enjoy!

 

1. JOYRYDE – Hot Drum


Genre: Future House

JOYRYDE is my favorite artist of the year so far (it’s only February). The best part of this tune is where the drums kick in. Go, listen, now!

 

2. Mosa Wild – Smoke


Genre: Indie

I’m a big fan of the band The National and Mosa Wild definitely parallels that band. The beauty of this tune lies in the emotion it evokes – particularly that of loss.

 

3. Shout (Grum Remix)


Genre: Trance

This is a really great trance take on the classic Tears for Fears tune ‘Shout’.

 

4. Lane 8 – In My Arms


Genre: House

Lane8 has been featured in my countdowns a few times and for good reason. His production skills are amazing. His latest track features a beautiful blend of synths and minimal vocals.

 

5. Nora En Pure – Diving With Whales (Daniel Portman Remix)


Genre: Progressive House

Nora En Pure tunes are already perfection. This remix does the original tune justice, maintaining much of its’ original beauty, with subtle tweaks.

 

6. Jynx – Honey


Genre: House

This tune is off the latest EP Saffron City. Definitely one of the edge cases where a choppy composition and disjointedness work.

 

7. Hervé – My Love feat. Phizzals (KC Lights Remix)


Genre: House

A bouncy house tune remix. Time to dance.

 

8. Maroon 5 – Cold (Audio) ft. Future


Genre: Pop

What drew me most to this tune were the relatable lyrics. There are many of us out there that have been through confusing or failed relationships, often times the other party creeping away for what seems like no good reason. Check out the lyric snippet:


Are we taking time, or a time out?
I can’t take the in-between
Asking me for space here in my house
You know how to f*k with me

 

9. Gladiator – Sierra


Genre: Trap

You’ll want to put the volume up for this fresh trap tune.

 

10. Blvmenkind – Dream With You (feat. Sam Darton)


Genre: Electronic

Fans of ambient or chill music will enjoy this tune. I love the dreamy vocals. This is the perfect track for a long drive or a lounge on the beach.

 

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Top Monthly Tune Recap – July 2016

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Hello music people. Welcome to July’s top tune recap.

 

1. Dustycloud – No Escape


Genre: House

This house tune takes my top spot for its’ deep bass and dark undertones. Part scary, part exciting, enjoy the ride.

 

2. Bronze Whale – Love To Feel Ft Khai (Laetho Remix)


Genre: Trap

Love the vocals in this tune. Also, around the 1:20 marker, the chopped treatment is magic.

 

3. Kozoro – Illusion


Genre: Chill

I don’t even know how to classify what genre this tune is, but who cares. Piano combined with kicks and dreamy sounds definitely land this in my top three.

 

4. Aazar – Gyal


Genre: Trap

This trap tune is a must play for the summer. I definitely get some tropical vibes with this one.

 

5. Unorthodox – Hooked


Genre: Tech House

I feel like every month I have to feature at least one tune fit for a raging, sweaty, basement or warehouse party. This would be it. I expect every late night house dj to have this on rotation.

 

6. Kalyma – LayDown (Stereo Mc’s Mix)


Genre: Electronica

If I did the soundtrack for the show Mr. Robot, I feel like this would fit perfectly in an episode – dark vibes combined with interesting synths and chill tempo.

 

7. Khen – Never Lose Your Innocence


Genre: Progressive House

Awesome bassline and great build up / release on this tune.

 

8. TEPR – Half Below (NEUS Remix)


Genre: Deep House

This tune lands in the top 10 for its’ modern disco / house spin on the original.

 

9. ShoffyMusic – Up Here


Genre: House

Great summer house tune.

 

10. Denny White – Sweetness


Genre: Indie / Pop

Venturing solo from the group Golden Coast, this is Denny’s debut as a solo artist. I love the vocals and percussion work. Definitely see this getting serious airplay.

 

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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 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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