And We're back!!!

Wow, it's been awhile since I've last updated this thing. I've been kinda busy, with school ehhh yeah, sure. There has been a lot of great new music released and I really don't want to waste anytime so let's get right to it, with a track from 2003.

Cut Copy - Stars

Here's a b-side from Cut Copy's first album Bright Like Neon Love. I'm still in love with In Ghost Colours but also have been listening to this song recently and wanted to share it with you. Cut Copy are an amazing band and will definitely make it on to many album of the year lists.

The Presets - Anywhere

Continuing with the Modular People's releases is the finale from The Preset's new album! This is by far one of the most epically constructed tracks on the album. It begins with a basic electronic beat, culminating with bombastic synths and suggestive lyrics. A more perfect track could not have been picked to close the album, after listening to this the album feels complete. It's as if there was nothing more that could be done to album.

autoKratz - Last Show

Here's an older tune from English electro-rockers autoKratz who are known for their creative song make up. However, this is one of their more formulaic songs with standard arrangements, lyrics and proper song structure. This song may be basic in comparison to their other releases but it suffices as any dance song should. You'll surely enjoy listening to this song.

Broke One - The New Wave

I love Italio Disco so much, so naturally I'd enjoy an electronic artist from Italy with a song called The New Wave. While not exactly, Italio Disco, Broke One's new EP We're Crossing The Same Road utilizes many techniques and tricks from classic Italio Disco to create some mind blowing electro music. And The New Wave is far from the best track on the release. I can't wait to hear more from Broke One, and after hearing this track you won't be able to either.

The Phonograph - Erasmus (Broke One Remix)

...and you don't have to. Broke One's remixing abilities seem to be on par with his song crafting skill. This remix is even more reminiscent of classic Italio Disco, which is always good.

Too Much New Stuff

It's time again for another post chalked full of new songs form a slew of established electro bands and one new disco band. Yes, the new music keeps leaking on the net and I for one cannot get enough of it. Here are some of my favorite songs from the past week.

The Presets - This Boys In Love

While this single may not be as heavy as My People it packs just as much of a punch. It is way more relaxed yet fast paced enough to keep the dancing going. I love the music video and feel that this is a much better single than My People. Although I suspect many others would feel differently. Whatever, its all good.

The Presets - Anywhere

The Presets brand new album, Apocalypso, has just leaked. Which is no surprise considering it has been on their MySpace for quite some time now. The album is an epically produced and written set of songs that see the band explore a wide range of electronic and pop influences. From what I gather this will be much bigger and more well received than Beams. I have no doubt about it, 2008 will see The Presets reach new heights, both here in the states and worldwide! (I don't know how big they are outside of Australia.)

As for the song, it's a slow builder, it clocks in at just over six minutes and reaches the most eventful in the last two minutes. It's worth the wait, I'd like to hear some remixes of this song.

Sebastian - Momy

If you're wondering what the picture I chose for this post has to do anything, wonder no longer for I am going to explain the unexplained. Both Sebastian and the Presets are apart of this post, and both Sebastian and The Presets opened for Daft Punk on the Australian leg of the Alive tour. That's all. Momy is one of Sebastian's finest tracks from his new Motor EP. It sees him explore the use of melody, yet still retaining the dirty, distorted Ed Banger trademark sound. I feel that it is better than any Justice song, and yes I will always compare the two with each other, and is only a taste of the greatness to come which is Sebastian's full length. I can't wait for more!

Hercules and Love Affair - Raise Me Up

So now that I've been listening to this album for a good month and a half I can now safely pass judgement on what my favorite track is. Raise Me Up is a laid back disco track, one of the five songs featuring Antony on vocals. I remember reading an interview in which Antony said his voice was really pushed in the recording of this album. And with this track you can really hear it being tested to new limits. Towards the end what is done with his voice is fucking crazy! I love this track JUST for that! Without that technique of the layering of the voices this track is great but with that its out of this world unbelievably mind blowing!!!

Ladytron - Deep Blue

And I'll leave you with another cut from the Ladytron album. I like it alot more than Witching Hour already, but still need more time to delve into the tracks and see which ones are the best. This one stood out to me, though.

2008

Happy New Year everyone, 2008 is finally here and I am defiantly looking forward to some new music this year. Here are a few albums to be hyped for in 08:

M83 has a new album coming out, and there is no way it will be anything less than awesome.

The Presets are at work on a follow up, My People, the new single was just unleashed

throughout the Internet. It sounds great and I now am more excited for their next LP.

London based, Does It Offend You, Yeah? are going to release their debut album this spring.

This is one of my most anticipated albums so far, I love all of their songs. They do a great job mixing both rock and electronic elements with their songs and I'm sure no track on the album will be considered filler. Now if they would only tour the US.

The Teenagers, a band from both Paris and London, will be releasing their debut LP in 2008 as well. I've heard all of their demos which will be featured on the album and though stripped down and minimally produced sound full.

There are plenty other bands coming out with records in 2008 that I am definitely looking forward to. Cut Copy, Sebastian, The Cure, Morrissey, Hot Chip (although you've probably already heard that) and a whole list of others. Dancing definitely will not cease in 2008!

Now onto some music already out there, on the Internet at least, for your years to listen to. First up is an unreleased single from DFA's newest act Hercules and Love Affair. This is a disco tune featuring Antony, of Antony and the Johnsons fame, that will surely cause you to get up and dance. It sounds like a 70's disco tune with modern production. James Murphy's DFA label never fails to deliver some great dance music, they truly are a label you can trust.

Hercules and Love Affair - Blind

Okay, if you've been dancing to every tune I've posted here you are probably in dire need of a break. Your legs are probably tired, your heart rate is unusually high and you need to find some coke...too drink. (What's wrong with Coca Cola?) Lightspeed Champion is perfect music for the morning after a night of partying. Listen to this and your hang over will be that much easier. Disclaimer: While it is the solo project of Dev from Test Icicles, it is a completely different genre of music. It is just as amazing as Test Icicles were, but totally different. You have been notified.

Lightspeed Champion - Waiting Game

Finally, catchy pop music from a Sweedish duo known as Lo-Fi-Fnk. I've just discovered them and find their album the perfect mix of pop, new wave and rock. This is their lead single from their campy album called Boylife, which was released on Moshi Moshi in 2006. I don't know the status of the group, if they are working on a new album or not. But they are playing a few shows, keep your eyes open for them.

Lo-Fi-Fnk - Wake Up

That's all for now, however I am planning on posting my best of 2007 lists next time. I know I'm late but I've been busy and only now have the time to post them. See ya then.