Considering it's already been December 21 in several continents for a few hours -- and we're all still here -- let's continue with our list, as planned. In less than a fortnight 2012 will be little more than a memory for most. As the persistent optimists of the world compile their half-baked lists of New Year’s resolutions for another year on the third rock from the sun, many treasure this transitional period of time as one for reflecting on the most seminal moments that shaped the last 12 months as a whole. For...
South London producer Darren Cunningham, also known as Actress, is one of those eerily elusive figures that has made quite a name for himself in recent years. His 2010 album, Splazsh, was my introduction to his genre defying arena of experimental electronic sounds and patterns. Those familiar with Actress know his soft spoken genius has received blessings from all the important DJs and even ruthlessly pedantic musical critics of the internet. But don't take their word for it—you may not hear what everyone's raving...
Adult Swim has been a supporter of cutting edge music for a while, with tracks from artists like Flying Lotus and Clams Casino gracing their content. However, I don't think the true depth of their cultural coolness struck me until I was shown this compilation, with a tracklist that sends...
The American West Coast has become home to a new breed of music. Some people call it nu-jazz, others soul and others hip hop or deep house. Whatever genre it is, it's definitely a mashing of different styles that is helping to define a completely new sound. Flying Lotus has been the...
Quality remixes seem hard to come by, given the plethora of dance remixes that have seemingly pigeon-holed themselves into gimmicky one-genre pieces consisting of little experimentation or creativity. Riding the coat-tails of famous names does little to demonstrate the artist's skill as a...
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