[CHILLSTEP] The Neighbourhood – “Let It Go” (Ghost Loft Remix)

Ghost Loft manages to pull quite a feat off on this remix of The Neighbourhood‘s “Let It Go”: after hearing it, I find it almost impossible to listen to the original. I loved the original, but this almost chillstep arrangement turned the song from a power anthem into epic, Fol Chen-esque apocalyptic pop. Simplifying out the messiness of the chorus (which I never noticed until was an issue–oh, the power of remixes!), Ghost... Read More

[INDIE] The Neighbourhood – “A Little Death”

Dark and subversive, The Neighbourhood’s newest track, the B-side to their recent single “Let It Go,” comes in the form of “A Little Death.” The band has an intoxicating mix of west coast hip-hop roots blended with mellow indie rock for a sound that is all too juicy for my ear drums. The Neighbourhood has come a long way in a year and is still gaining traction, so look for them to be a big name in 2013. You can purchase their latest 7″... Read More

[REMIX] Dragonette – “Let It Go” Remix EP (The Knocks, Laidback Luke, Faustix & Imanos)

Canadian group Dragonette has just released their upbeat, electro tinged single “Let It Go” along with some great remixes by amazing artists such as The Knocks, Laidback Luke, and Faustix & Imanos. The original track has all the staples of an amazing summer jam, but each of the remix artists brings their own unique flavor that is hard to resist. I’ve always been a big fan of The Knocks and their impeccable remixes and electro... Read More