Froxic - Blend Modes [Plasmapool]

This is some of the most uplifting lower bpm electronic music I've heard in a long time, coming out of the Netherlands from Froxic. I had caught a glimpse of this track a little while back, and absolutely loved it - this is definitely my standout track from his upcoming Fade EP on Plasmapool. The synths and breakdowns are so melodic and just give an overall feel-good vibe to the entire track, all alongside the energy injection from the percussion elements.

If you're looking for something that goes hard the whole way through, you may want to look at some of the other tracks from the EP, but if you want a song that really has some progression throughout, Blend Modes is your track. The initial build doesn't even drop until 1:15 into the track, and only gives a taste before dropping into an extended breakdown and melodic buildup. When that second drop comes, you have an idea of what to expect, but it still hits really nicely. My first listen had me saying wow and going straight back for another listen, and I hope it has the same effect for any of you listening.

You can stream the other 3 tracks on from the Fade EP on Froxic's Soundcloud page, with the full EP due out on Monday May 25th on Plasmapool. Support the release and pick it up from Beatport.

- KJ

Spazzkid - Promise (Suken Remix)

Spazzkid released the Promise EP a while back in the summer of 2014, an album with an indie dance feel to it.  The title track Promise also feels like it has some indie rock influence to it.

French producer Suken has just recently put his own spin on the title track that feels very much like chill glitch hop/trap/electro.  The remix is a drastic departure from the original while still keeping many of the lyrics, and also maintaining a real summer vibe. The cherry on top is that it's uploaded as a free download.

If you like this remix from Suken, make sure to check his other material on his soundcloud page - much of it is in the same genre niche as this remix, and also up for free download.

- KJ

Xander Lewis - Honeydew

This is some summery new age electronic funk if I've ever heard it before. I don't think I have. Is this some funky glitch hop? Chilled funky trap? I'm not quite sure what to call it, but if you're looking for something to work you through your Tuesday, this is it. Xander Lewis has created something really different here, and just in time to get downloaded before you have any holiday road trips. Honeydew features some really interesting synth work and forward thinking sounds while still keeping a steady funky vibe throughout the entire piece. Supported and premiered by the new collective Soda Island.

This is up for free download as well, can't go wrong.

- KJ