Quick Jam: Sicko Mob x Lil Durk, “Maserati”

Posted on November 8, 2013 by TP1.COM in Quick Jam | Comments Off

Sicko Mobb
“Maserati” (f/ Lil’ Durk)
Digital Single

Though most of the production on Lil’ Durk’s excellent, Signed to the Streets, is of the moody, emotive variety, it’s easy to forget that the 21 year-old south-sider’s breakout single was the frenetic, footwork-based, “I Get Money.” Durk sounds at ease on the similarly bouncy, “Maserati,” and exhilarating collaboration with two of the brightest stars of the city’s burgeoning bop scene. The Mobb (westside duo Lil Trav and Lil Ceno) and their scene seem to be the next ones to blow, and it’ll be fascinating to see how the youngsters and bop in general make out in the next few years.

Images & Words: Freddie Gibbs, “Eastside Moonwalker”

Posted on November 7, 2013 by TP1.COM in Images & Words | Comments Off

Freddie Gibbs
“Eastside Moonwalker”
ESGN — Evil Seeds Grow Naturally (out now on ESGN)

Somehow, I totally missed the Gary, IN-native’s quality debut LP when it dropped in June, but as they say, better late than never. Admittedly, the album suffers from its bloated tracklist (nobody needs to hear 19 songs by anybody), but its many highlights remind us that when the uber-underrated, combative MC is on top form, not too many can touch him. The devastating, twinkling key-kissed “Eastside Moonwalker” is a perfect example of the 31 year-old at his superlative best.

Hot Jam of the Day: Dan Bodan, “Hunger Games” & Remixes

Posted on November 7, 2013 by TP1.COM in Featured, Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

Dan Bodan
“Hunger Games” (Stadium Remix)
Hunger Games Single (out now on DFA)

After releasing two of my favorite singles of last year — the breathless “Aaron” and “DP” — the Berlin-based weirdo crooner may have just outdone himself with the elegiac “Hunger Games.” Vocally, Bodan’s graceful tenor matches the purity of Brian Ferry with the wink of Jarvis Cocker, and while we are still waiting for a full-length, it’s certainly one of the most distinct voices around today. That voice is framed beautifully by an engulfing, spacey arraignment courtesy of producers Renaissance Man and Physical Therapy. Of the attached remixes (which are all worth a listen), the drippy Stadium one is my favorite, giving the original a reflective feel. Magic.

“Hunger Games” (Stadium Remix)

Hot Jam of the Day: Blood Orange, “You’re Not Good Enough”

Posted on November 6, 2013 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

Blood Orange
“You’re Not Good Enough”
Cupid Deluxe (out 11/12 on Domino)

The reinging MVP of pop music/rad turtlenecks finally gives us another taste of his highly-anticipated second LP under the Blood Orange moniker. Blood Orange (aka Dev Hynes) has already had his fingerprints all over a few of the best tracks of the year (MKS’ “Flatline,” Friends’ “The Way”), and “You’re Not Good Enough” pairs the Londoner’s signature slinky sound with a refreshing lyrical edge. At the very least, it’s the kind of song that makes you feel good about getting over someone, and lord knows, this world can never have too many songs about that. Roll on November 12th.

If you have the new iTunes (which, of course, I don’t), you can stream Cupid Deluxe here.

Stream This Shit: Skin Town, The Room

Posted on November 4, 2013 by TP1.COM in Download This Shit, Featured | Comments Off

Skin Town
The Room (out 11/5 on Time No Place)

This is really exciting. After a string of glittering bedroom R&B singles, we finally get to hear the debut LP from the LA-based duo. Comprised of singer Grace Hall and Zola Jesus affiliate Nick Turco, Skin Town lace modern, down-tempo R&B with slightly a sharper focus on radio-friendly melodies than many of their peers (How to Dress Well, Evy Jane, Inc., etc). Unsurprisingly, they both share an obsession with TP mascot/spirt animal/BFF The-Dream, and it’s apparent on each of these delicious tracks. Throw in a side of classic New Jack Swing and All-4-One harmonies, and you’ve got a hell of a potent sonic stew.

Images & Words: Julianna Barwick, “Ash Day” (A Take Away Show)

Posted on October 30, 2013 by TP1.COM in Images & Words | Comments Off

Julianna Barwick
“Ash Day” (A Take Away Show)

The Brooklyn-based purveyor of ethereal, sweeping ultra-gorgeousness performs a new song that is as beautiful as the serene streets of Iceland where it was filmed. Standing on a chilly-looking urban avenue, the Missouri-native graciously passes out candy to passing children while she performs a celestial, layered hymn, as only she can. Sah-wooooon.

Hot Jam of the Day: Disclosure, “Apollo”

Posted on October 28, 2013 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

Disclosure
“Apollo”
Digital Single

Getting a massive raise. Finding diamonds floating in your coffee. Meeting your new deskmate, Morrissey. Besides those three things, I can’t think of many better ways to start a workweek than with a new track from TP’s favorite sons, Disclosure. “Apollo” is very much a classic Disclo track, harkening back to their dancefloor-focused roots. Armed with a faraway vocal sample, the brothers Lawrence lace an unrelenting four-to-the-floor backbeat and wonky synths to devastating effect — reminding everyone of the depth and versatility of their pocket.

Quick Jam: Shy Girls, “Second Heartbeat”

Posted on October 25, 2013 by TP1.COM in Quick Jam | Comments Off

Shy Girls
“Second Heartbeat”
Timeshare (out 10/29 on HIT USA)

Sensitive R&Bros, Shy Girls, are officially batting 3-for-3 in 2013’s Hot, Bedroom Traxxx game. Following the sensational, “Under Attack” and “Still Not Falling,” “Second Heartbeat” rides a sparse, steamy arraignment and vocalist Dan Vidmar’s exquisite falsetto to downtempo, satin-sheeted glory.

Hot Jam of the Day: John Talabot, “Without You”

Posted on October 25, 2013 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

John Talabot
“Without You”
John Talabot DJ-Kicks (out 11/12 on !K7)

Barcelona’s reigning king of the decks, John Talabot, has the incredible ability to full maximum feelings out of the tiniest sliver of a vocal sample. The sweltering, “Without You,” is no different, as he builds he an engulfing sonic narrative using nothing but a slowly-building beat, an unstoppable bassline, and a far-away sample. It’s the kind of thing that peppered his super-underrated 2012 LP, ƒIN and cemented his status as an essential voice in modern dance music.

Hot Jam of the Day: Say Lou Lou, “Better in the Dark”

Posted on October 24, 2013 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

Say Lou Lou
“Better in the Dark”
Better in the Dark (single out November 25th on Columbia)

As much as “Better in the Dark” is another majestic, sweeping slab of magic from the Swedish/Australian Kilbey sisters, the fact that isn’t linked to an impending full-length is a bit disappointing. The duo has been teasing us with near-perfect dream-wave ballads for nearly 18 months, and I expected their newest single to be a harbinger of a long-awaited debut. Though the long wait continues, some Say Lou Lou is better than no Say Lou Lou. Get swept away.