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Showing posts with label electronic. Show all posts
Showing posts with label electronic. Show all posts

Friday, March 30, 2012

Metronomy


In 1999 Joseph Mount of England knew something that most of the rest of us didn't... that electronic music was the way to go. So he left his role as a drummer in various bands, and decided to form Metronomy. They mix in vocal electronic pop with their electronic instrumentals, and remixed artists ranging from the Gorillaz to Lady Gaga. To date they've released three albums of original music, most recently in 2011. Metrnomy incorporates drums, saxophone, keyboard, bass, guitar, and vocals into their songs. The stylish foursome includes Joseph, Oscar Cash, Gbenga Adelekan, and the token female, Anna Prior. They're music will make you dance and think of better days. And if you're ever bored, their music videos are quite sexy and fun as well. During their performances, dancers and lighting are used heavily. They are most known for performing with push lights stuck to their chests. This was inspired by a spur-of-the-moment idea Mount had upon seeing the lights in a shop. Metronomy will be sure to put a little wind under our wings at Coachella 2012, where they will perform on Sunday, April 15th and 22nd.

For more go to Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Wiki, and their website!


Monday, March 5, 2012

SBTRKT


Pronounced "Subtract," Aaron Jerome got his start as a dj in London back in 2008. Now known as SBTRKT, he produces and plays electronic, future garage, and post-dubstep jams. He was born in London and spent his early years remixing songs by Modeselektor, Radiohead, M.I.A., Basement Jaxx, and more. Jerome chose the name SBTRKT as a way to represent the anonymity he wishes to keep. He wants to use his music to express himself, rather than talk about who he is and what he's doing. SBTRKT is all about the music, not the man. In order to further emphasize his anonymity he wears native societal ceremonial masks that have been created and infused with a modern twist. His songs have a relaxing feel with an electro touch. He has been working a lot with Sampha lately, where their shows involve live instruments, triggering vocal loops, and an assortment of other instruments and mixers. SBTRKT will be playing at Coachella 2012 on Saturday, April 14th and 21st!

To get and hear more check out his website, Wiki page, and follow him on Twitter, Facebook, and MySpace!