#NewMusicFriday Guide - 04/29/2016

You Wont - Revolutionaries

My two new favorite goofballs put out an album today! You Won't isn't officially #SKOAfam yet, but don't worry, it will happen soon enough. Maybe at one of their two shows in NYC next week? Talk about being #blessed! Anyway, this record could not have come out at a better time. The winter is finally leaving us, it's getting warm out, and you'll find yourself reaching for this record when the sun is sittin' pretty on your face. It's got the right amount of twang that will make you shake your groove thang just like this: 

Aesop Rock - The Impossible Kid

I have been thoroughly looking forward to this album since the second I heard "Rings" a few months back. The payoff for patiently waiting was certainly worth it, especially with last week's album stream, which was the most excellent of previews/"spoilers". ICYMI, it's a shot by shot recreation of The Shining and you absolutely have to see it for yourself if you haven't already because it's amazing. 

I will be counting down the minutes till I get to hear this live at Irving Plaza on June 13th, that's for sure. Nice work, Aesop! 

Brian Eno - The Ship

Our electro-lord has released more music today. Do I really need to tell you about this? You should know about this already. I am just making sure because our, um, Views are a little obstructed right now on the internet...if you know what I mean. 

I really liked Ghost Culture's self-titled album from last year so I was pleasantly surprised to learn that he had a couple of new tracks out today. These just further confirm that I need to own the self-titled on vinyl. I thought micropennies were enough love for this record, but his craftsmanship on both releases shines through enough that this is worth the shelf space for me. 

Calvin Harris - "This Is What You Came For" 

The jury is still out for me as to whether or not this is going to be *The Song Of The Summer*. This is subtly very awesome. It's really quite lovely. Rihanna's vocal is great. There is a reason why Calvin has a messload of sales plaques on his walls and it shows in the production value for this track. People will certainly listen to this a lot this summer.

All that said, it just... ehhhhhhh. I don't think lightning is going to strike twice for him + Rihanna. I will probably listen to this to get ready to go out, but not trip over myself to make sure I dance to it. 

Zedd (feat. Kesha) - "True Colors"

Okay we need to have a discussion about this. I have seen too many people say that they're disappointed by this track considering this is Kesha's big return post- Dr. Luke drama. 

Seriously? Shame on you. That just further shows how real the struggle is going to continue to be for Kesha because she was launched into stardom courtesy of some party anthems. You really think she was going to step out with a banger the second she was able to legally open her mouth?

Sit. Down. 

Please take a moment to reflect on what she is saying and be grateful that she was able to create her way through a lot of pain. Also, let us be thankful that Zedd knew better than to try to make this about him by going big on the production. Sure, her return is more understated than was anticipated, but she even says so herself: "I've escaped my captor and I have no master." 

Kesha, I'm glad you're back, bb. 

Man Power - Planet Cock EP

You should know by now that in addition to trying to not be completely crushed under the weight of what goes through my inbox that I also just like skimming AllMusic to see what might look interesting. The pairing of an artist called Man Power with an EP called Planet Cock... I am clearly a grown up who did not laugh to myself at all...heh. That's a lie, obviously. 

Clearly I had to give this a spin just for the sake of my sanity and it's actually pretty great. I've since had a look around at his catalog and intend to check out more of it in the weeks to come. I will probably start with his 2014 EP, Flacid Trax.... 

Sorry, it's Friday. I can't be an adult today to save my life. lmao 

Magic Sword - The Legend EP

Holy shit I forgot this was even happening and now it's happened and I'm just a wreck. Apparently there was a little bit of darkness in me because The Seeker and The Keeper aka Magic Sword just SLAYED ME with this EP. Wow. Wow. Wow. I really have zero chill about this right now, jfc. This is the first of a series of EPs that also will have a correlating comic to continue to tell the Magic Sword saga. You can find the first one for their debut album, Volume I over on their website. 

Holy good #Sheezus in heaven the guitar solos on "The Curse" quite literally have me unable to do anything other than shout, "GOOD LORD!" at the moment. WOW.

These guys were still one of the most fun interviews I ever did for #SKOARadio (not to mention the most hysterical meetup arrangements for an interview). I should probably not leave that committed to audio indefinitely. 

Matt Lange - Patchwork

#SKOAfam Matt Lange has followed up last year's Emphemera LP with another gorgeous heady string of dark dancey tunes. It would appear the mau5trap has continued to be good for Lange from the sounds of this EP. This is *ABSOLUTELY* a record you listen to first with your good headphones because the homey has very meticulously pieced this all together, so this is me looking out for your your first play through to be the best it can be. 

(This is terribly awkward that I'm realizing that I just featured two artists back to back with interviews that I aired on #SKOARADIO but never transcribed and shared through. I guess I know what I'm doing over the weekend....)

Holy Ghost! - Crime Cuts

Holy! Ghost!! is! back! I almost forgot this EP was coming out today but Twitter fam is always lookin' out for my ears, which I guess means they're looking out for yours, too. Anyway, YAY Brooklyn bands! This EP is solid. I really wish that Panorama weren't their only upcoming show in NYC at present. That is kind of like saying you can only have hot dogs inside Yankees Stadium in the summer or something imo. I'm sure more dates will be announced soon. Fingers crossed anyway. 

Panty Raid - After Glow

lol I know why this record is called After Glow. It's because the album is pure sex and by the end of it you will be feeling the afterglow of what it did to you. I guess you could say the overall theme that Panty Raid is going for is being executed well. 

[Download] Bassnectar - 'Divergent Spectrum' (Remixes EP)

It's Friday and no doubt you're all clock watching a little until it's clocking off time and you can quench your thirst with a few bubbles. This free download from Bassnectar will definitely help you get in the spirit of the week. He's offered up a free six-track EP of remixes from his LP Divergent Spectrum. It's a definite kick-start to your Friday feeling if you're feeling a little glum. It features reworks from the likes of Steve Aoki and The Glitch Mob along with Bassnectar himself. Grab the download below or just stream it. Either or but enjoy it.

[Listen] The Glitch Mob - More Voltage (Mixtape)

The Glitch Mob are back with yet another mixtape of goodness titled More Voltage. This new mix contains new unreleased tracks as well as some older released tunes (some with an arranged twist) and remixes. Check it out in the player below and download the mix at Glitch's website. Enjoy!

More Voltage by The Glitch Mob

[Listen] The Glitch Mob - We Can Make The World Stop EP

Happy New Music Tuesday! Check out the new release from Electronic DJ/Production trio, The Glitch Mob, for their new single/EP titled "We Can Make The World Stop" which features the recently released track "Warrior Concerto" was released earlier today. Take a listen to the full EP below courtesy of the band and then do your ears a favor and go pick this little beauty up at the band's website or via your favorite digital retailer.

Glitch is currently on the road for the summer and will be joined with the likes of Com Truise, Phantogram, the homie RJD2 and Skrillex on select dates. Check out the upcoming tour dates here.  

We Can Make The World Stop by The Glitch Mob

[Watch] Check Out The Short Film 'Black Sands' Scored By The Glitch Mob

Electronic Beat heavyweights The Glitch Mob score the trippy but interesting short film "Black Sands" directed by Dugan O'Neal. Check it out above, we hope they release the songs from this little film in the future, hopefully soon.

[Listen] Daft Punk - "Derezzed" (The Glitch Mob Remix)

After listening to the Daft Punk remix album Tron Legacy: Reconfigured, a majority of the album was hit or miss. Don't get me wrong, there are a few standout tracks like Teddybear's remix for "Adagio For Tron" which on the original score is the most emotional song on the album. Alex Young of CoS and I joked about it being made dancy and honestly Teddybear smashed it on that one just right. Other standouts are Boys Noize remix for "End of Line" (which you can hear at Tronsoundtrack.com by typing "endofline"), The Crystal Method's "The Grid", Kaskade's "Rinzler", M83 x Big Black Delta's "Fall", KI: Theory's "Son of Flynn" and of course LA's own, The Glitch Mob's remix for the main single from the score "Derezzed".

Check out the remix below. Tron Legacy: Reconfigured hits shelves April 4th.

[Watch] The Glitch Mob Premiere Their Remix Of Daft Punk's "Derezzed" Live

Remember last week when we all got excited to hear that there was a Daft Punk Remix album coming our way with reworks of the Tron Legacy soundtrack from a host of producers and awesome artists? Well take a sneek peek at this heavy track from The Glitch Mob boys which they debuted live for some very lucky gig goers at The Claremont Colleges. Check out the video at the top for a closeup listen and after the jump for another angle and longer version. This track has got me even more excited to hear what the artists are going to do with Daft Punk's orchestral soundtrack.

The full Tron: Legacy R3CONFIGUR3D album features Moby, Pretty Lights, M83, The Crystal Method, Boys Noize and as you may have guessed from this track, The Glitch Mob! To check out the full tracklisting of the album head on over here.

[Watch] The Glitch Mob's Musical Playtime Takeover On G4's Attack Of The Show

Last night, The Glitch Mob made an appearance on G4's Attack Of The Show. While on the show, the guys explained how their music making setup works, which included a demo/live performance. Very interesting stuff! Fellow tech dweebs, let us drool in unison at their gadgetry!