Oh Gosh! Not much else to say about the antics of this particular Notting Hill Carnival reveler, other than that she’s been slackly studying the art of the Dancehall Queen. Fortunately my eyes were saved from any such sights at this years Carnival. At this point I would normally say enjoy, but I don’t quite feel it to be appropriate for this one. No offense if this is your cup of tea though 
I was lucky enough to have caught Jeremy’s live set on the beach at the Worldwide Festival in Sete earlier this month, but there weren’t any decent clips of my highlights to share, so I went looking for something to substitute. Here he is in Cardiff earlier this summer performing a similar set. The visual isn’t great but you can see what he’s doing with lightning quick fingers and a sick feel for a groove. Enjoy.
So, what’s all this about people getting high on music videos? I know, I know, crazy right? But I’m serious. Just yesterday I came across this article warning parents of a potential new ‘drug’ threat to teens. The warning specifically targeted a ‘dangerous’ trend amongst some web based thrill seekers. According to the article, which I later substantiated with a little read of this, Binaural Beats, as they are typically known, are composed pieces of music, well, more like sounds, that apparently have the ability to alter one’s brain chemistry. The combination of subtly differing sound waves channelled directly to the left and right aural passages has been experimented with since the 19th century when it was initially thought to have some neurological impact.
Of course, like most things, knowledge and ease of access have led to such experiences being made available for all online. With hundreds of thousands of hits on YouTube’s most popular Bin Beats there clearly exists a solid base of willing guinea pigs and experimentalists. And, as with every trend there is the trickle down so parents have a right to be concerned IF such content is proven to be damaging. With all this in mind – I have one question, is this just another drop of ammo for conservative parents desperate to lobby for tougher policing and restrictions of the interwebs or can you really get high on YouTube supply? Feel free to take a hit on this and let us if you manage to catch a taste of anything other than forty winks.
On an experimental tip, all you producers out there, how’s about channeling some of this theory into the backing of some serious dance floor fodder in an attempt to super vibes your listeners. Hell, you can have that one for free, just hit us up if you score some results!
Bless.
Image by SpecialKRB
10 Man Roll is Jammer’s forthcoming single from his album, Jahmanji. Produced by Mumdance. Summer vibes!
An interesting concept next, a music video which doubles as the trailer for a film. In this instance Rubber, directed by Quinten Dupieux, OST produced by Mr Oizo and Gaspard Augé. Very banging electro, if that’s your thing.
Aloe Blacc (signed to Stone’s Throw), has one hell of a voice and sings real R’n'B, you know RHYTHM AND BLUES.. not that shit you hear on the radio. Anyway, this is not a rant, please check him out and if you like it support it. I also love grainy films like this. I believe the album is due for release September time.
There is also this glorious LIVE version…
Anthemic Dubstep bit from Rinse artist Katy B. Benga on buttons.
More Rinse dubstep, from Skream. I quite like the old skool rave rave, hardcore samples on this beat. I know there are a lot of haters/chinstrokers out there who like to knock him, but the guy is a massive talent and when it comes to dancefloor tracks, he knows what time it is. They’ve gone for an arty Creation-story inspired video, with stop motion animation, skinny models, and stuff like that.
Last but not least, head-nod hip-hop from DELS, stay tuned, this kid could go big! Hot Chip’s Joe Goddard on buttons. Quality video.
I just finished the edit for this short film I made for my gym.
I don’t care how old this is, Frisco riding over the UKG classic by Masterstepz ‘Melody’, is just too SICK! ‘I’m from N15 and ting, where nuff men bust M16 and ting…’ LOVE IT!
The sun is out, it’s still pretty brisk outside but if Spring’s not here yet; it’s certainly round the corner. We’ve been quite heavy on the video front lately but this stuff has been too good to leave out. Here’s a little bit more…
First up Ace Norton‘s video for Darwin Deez’s Radar Detector. Man, I wish I could grow a moustache like that.
Next up, OK GO’s promo for This Too Shall Pass, directed by James Frost. When the video first starts, I’ll admit I was like ‘Oh, one of these… Meh.’ But that cynicism quickly vanished and by halfway through I was shouting louder with every transition. AMAZING WORK!
A few weeks back we featured Adam Powell‘s promo for Giggs’ forthcoming track, Don’t Go There. Here is another beautifully shot video for long-time collaborator Jamie T’s track, Emily’s Heart.
Finally, Elijah & Skilliam‘s latest vlog entry. Check Swindle’s piano skills! Catch E&S playing at GETSOME003 on April 17.
Nice little video featuring the formidable Phili based producer, STARKEY and Mary Anne Hobbs.
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Have to say a massive thanks to Brendon, SSG and all the Informed London crew for hooking this one up. Check out our interview below and the Informed London website here for more news and info on Get Some and similar nights.
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