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A quiet-ish week in terms of new releases — but that doesn’t mean what we do have lacks for quality.

A lot of the big DJs seem to be on a bit of a hiatus right now. There may be a couple of reasons for that. WMC wasn’t that long ago, and a lot of artists dropped their newest stuff at the conference. Plus, festival season is just around the corner, and many DJs like to wait and give new material a test-run in front of a live audience. I’ll admit I often prefer to hear new tracks for the first time at shows rather than on the blogs, so the more of this practice the better, as far as I’m concerned.

All that said, some of the heavy hitters are still leaking new material. In today’s post we’ve got some Pretty Lights, Benga and Digitalism, to name a few. Strap up!

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Back like he never left.  When we went to London, Ontario last week for the Grand Benders party I was hoping to cross paths with this hometown hero. But Overwerk, as it turned out, was busy tearing up Norway. By way of compensation, however, he’s given us something brand new — and it’s a banger!

OVERWERK – House ft. Nick Nikon: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Ma-Ma-Ma-Majoooooor Lazer! What more can you say? The boys are back in the groove, making beats of quality. Alex Clare is one lucky son of a bitch to get this all for himself! Huge!

Alex Clare – Too Close (prod. Diplo, Switch): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Hitting the Trap hard with this one. You like Trap muzik, you like Doctor P, this is gonna rock your shit, son!

Doctor P – Neon Feat. Jenna G (CRNKN Trapt-out Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Continuing with the bass: new Benga! ‘Nuff said, right? A huge shout-out has to go to BeBe Black, who really makes this song her own. Big!

Benga feat BeBe Black – Icon (Original Version): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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This track reminds me of the late comic Mitch Hedberg’s classic line: “I remixed a remix until it became an original again.” Sound Remedy takes on Sound Remedy … proper. Finest tune of the week IMO.

KO KO – Float (Sound Remedy Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Pretty Lights is back at it again, and it’s his pretty old self shining through: a mix of bass and hard drops on this peach of a tune. Feels like it’s been a while since we last heard from the Colorado giant. Let’s hope there’s more coming soon.

Pretty Lights – You Get High: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Goldroom seems to have attracted a news and different audience in recent months. I’m not usually one for fads, but this one is definitely worth climbing aboard. Love this track.

Goldroom – Fifteen (feat. Chela): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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What do I keep saying about Germany? They seem to perfected some kind of magic potion, because EDM’s global centre of gravity is rapidly shifting from Sweden to Deutschland.  And Digitalism is spearheading the takeover. Justice fans will eat this up!

Digitalism – A New Drug: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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I find Coyote Kisses something of an enigma. When I listen to one of their songs, there always comes a moment when I find myself thinking I would have chosen a different road in terms of sound choices. Yet by the end, I feel satisfied with the result. This new track is sheer genius, and makes me think the duo are ready at last for household name status.

Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe (Coyote Kisses Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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VISUAL SWEETS

HyperCrush seems to spark a love/hate reaction among EDM fans. Some find them too poppy, others say they get it just right. Personally, I think they are perfect party material.

In case you missed the earlier post: new Ruskooooooooooooo! Look out for a new bpm Spotlight episode on Rusko — coming very very soon!

 

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A lot went down this week. A wicked Toronto show by Hamburg’s finest, Digitalism, was the highlight. Though it came on a damp and dreary day, the place was brought to life by the sounds from I Love You, Dude. Real humble, honest and talented is the way to describe this German pair. When I got to interview them, I was impressed by how open and forthcoming they were. They even offered to send us some T-shirts to give to bpm:tv fans. We’ll let you know as soon as they arrive.

Also, congrats to all the EDM artists nominated for Grammy Awards. This is a true example of how our genre is taking over the world. I’m not much of a Grammys fan, but you have to at least appreciate the gesture. Deadmau5 really better win one, and I’m crossing my fingers that Skrillex will claim best new artist, though he’ll have stiff competiton from J Cole and Nicki Minaj. The most interesting category will be Best Dance Recording. The nominees:

* Deadmau5 & Greta Svabo Bech – “Raise Your Weapon”

* Duck Sauce – “Barbra Streisand”

* David Guetta & Avicii – “Sunshine”

* Robyn – “Call Your Girlfriend”

* Skrillex – “Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites”

* Swedish House Mafia – “Save The World”

Those are all big songs, buuuuuut … well, it’s kinda the reason I don’t like the Grammys. But I’ll keep that to myself. In my opinion, this has to go to Duck Sauce; that song was way more than an anthem. The Robyn track is a close second — and the rest, in my opinion, aren’t even the best songs these artists put out in the past year. But I digress. With luck, we’ll see some killer performances on the show.

The leak of Bowski‘s Poppies EP is definitely the other highlight of my week — but I’ve already talked about that. So here are a few other things to take you into the weekend. Enjizzzoy!

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First up: our hometown boys are killing it. Killabits in Belgium, Zeds Dead tearing up North America … Dec. 17th at Kool Haus is gonna be wickkkkkkkkkkkkked. This video is nutz.

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GRiZ is fast becoming my favourite producer. Detroit What!

Can’t Tell Me Nothing by Kanye West (GRiZ REmix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Avicii seems only to make incredible stadium bangers … as for example. HUGE!

Avicii & Romero – Fuck School (Bootleg): LISTEN TO IT HERE 

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Been a while since I’ve posted a song like this … something that everyone will love.

Collin McLoughlin – Is It Love (Prod. by Sex Ray Vision): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Alvin Risk gives Kaskade a break and kills it. Love this one.

Kaskade ft. Mindy Gledhill – Eyes (Alvin Risk Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Finally, be sure to pick up your copy of OverWerk‘s EP The Nth° – it’s amazing! EP release party tonight at Cobra. Be there!

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Tonight, The Mod Club in Toronto plays host to Hamburg hipsters Digitalism. For many, this is as big as a Justice or a Skream show. Digitalism have, after all, been consistently putting out some of the most copied sounds of the past five years. Copied as in: people tend to borrow their style but never quite get it right.

Isi and Jence are two seemingly down-to-earth artists with great chemistry. Because they don’t stick to a defined genre, you never quite know what you’re going to get with these guys. One minute you’re listening to what sounds like indie electronic alternative (“Circles”), the next you’re hearing classic electro (“Stratosphere”) — and both tracks are putting a smile on your face.

They’ve definitely made it. Notwithstanding a lack of North American radio play, they are pretty much a household name for anyone who knows EDM. Big festivals and sold-out arena shows are as familiar to them as tight sweat-pits and hole-in-the-wall bars. Wherever their shows may be, they are sure to be crammed.

Digitalism – Stratosphere: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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I’m looking forward to sitting down with them today, because I don’t just like their music — I like their taste in music. Just a couple of weeks ago I saw them Tweet a track from a German artist known as Erobique. Those familiar with him will know what a treat it was for me to discover this artist — all thanks to the two guys from Digitalism and their impeccable ears.

Looking forward to sitting down with them, and to catching the show afterwards. Hope to see you at The Mod Club. Get your tix at Embrace Presents!

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Beautiful weekend in the city. Mild and dark, accompanied by some great sets — just the way I like my Novembers. Zedd and Boys Noize both blessing us with some stellar shows. I feel like the electro scene has never been bigger when you see the turnouts and anticipation for these shows. It’s a good time to be a fan, and it seems like it’s only getting better.

First, I’ve gotta talk about how incredible a Boys Noize set is. Very often during live sets I’ll find myself getting lost in the music; some DJs have a great stage presence, others not so much. Boys Noize’s presence is second to none — and I really think that counts these days. Look at Sebastian Ingrosso from Swedish House Mafia. Maybe not the absolute best producer (though still very good), but he brings it every time. By the end of the show it’s not the music that you came to hear — it’s him. Boys Noize is the exact same, with one little exception: his tunes are outta this f***ing world!

Boys Noize – Yeah: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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I snapped a couple quick pics to help you get a feel of what the Boys Noize set was like. Check ‘em out HERE.

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I wasn’t able to make it out to the Zedd concert, but a good friend and music snob told me it was also well done. Zedd has been getting a lot of exposure in the past three months and keeps delivering some very, very big tunes. I’m expecting him to be a household name soon.

Zedd – Autonomy (Original Mix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Another big week ahead, as Canada welcomes Digitalism with open arms. I’m a huge fan of their style and sound, so it’s going to be exciting to sit down and chat with them on Tuesday. Any specific questions you’d like me to ask? Hit me up @Sawstruck.

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Broooooooooooooklyn!!!! A special edition of Sweets of the Week brought to you from Williamsburg, Brooklyn New York City. As you can imagine, I’m running around to every record store I can find to hear tracks I’ve never heard before to lay on a silver platter for you. So I won’t have a long post today, but with the treats I’m leaving you I doubt you’ll mind. Let’s do it.

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New artist, and this track is sooooooooo incredibly amazing — bump at full blast and listen to the whole track, ’cause it keeps getting better all the way to the end. Griz baby!

GRiZ – Rock N Roll: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Next up is an Australian duo who keep impressing me with their style. Here’s the new one.

Gym Class Heroes - Stereo Hearts (Bombs Away & KOMES Bootleg Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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And I still can’t get enough of this banger. So big …

Gotye – Somebody That I Used To Know (Bombs Away Dubstep Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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And the rest: sweets that caught my taste buds …

A nice preview from the Swedish legend. At the 2:30 mark it gets gooooooing …

Digitalism – Circles (Eric Prydz Remix) [Official Preview]: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Justice remixed by a dude who sounds like … Justice. What? Nice!

Justice – Horsepower (Soul Machine Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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And lastly a sick video from Adam Tensta. Monkey see, monkey do …

Adam Tensta – The Monkey (w. Spoek Mathambo): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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I’m off to check The Knife Party, Japanese Popstars, AC Slater and Kill the Noise!

Keeping you up-to-date faster than a New York Minute……………xx

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WEMF @ Madawaska, Ontario: August 12-14, 2011

Reviewed by Caelin Meredith

All Photos: Caelin Meredith

After a three-year absence, the 15th World Electronic Music Festival (WEMF) returned to South Algonquin, Ontario. Located on acres of beautiful farmland with a view of forests, fields and lakes, it was totally secluded but close enough to the town of Madawaska if you needed to get supplies, and organized to a “T” — Destiny Productions thought of everything, including providing shuttle buses to ferry weary partiers to and from the town and the beach so they wouldn’t need to move their cars.

Featuring a mixed bag of hard house, dubstep, drum-and-bass, tech house and, yes, even Rotterdam DJs, it was enough to satiate every musical taste,  and succeeded in balancing two nights in terms of talent share. If you were lucky enough to be one of thousands who attended,  then you were treated to heavyweights like Pendulum, Skrillex, Jack Beats, Friction, Flux Pavilion and Noisia to name a few.

The setup was awe-inspiring, and served to compliment and contrast the landscape. The spotlight was on the main stage or Tower of Destiny (pictured below) — a work that was commissioned especially for WEMF after the Destiny promoters met the stage designer at Burning Man last year. After seeing a few teasers on the Web site and a few posts with some footage of the stage, I worried that something so structurally epic might take away from the music and performances. I was sorely mistaken: it served only to enhance every act that played.

The two other stages were the Hard/Time stage and the Centre Stage, as well as a host of smaller community stages. One of them was called Jack’s House, after an Internet radio company from London that was broadcasting live and via Webcam 24 hours a day. The only ones not to take a break for the entire festival, they continued with DJs spinning for a full 48 hours. There were even some impromptu guerilla stages set up in Tent City and the RV lot, usually with something as barebones and minimal as a tarp, turntables and monitors.

Friday had several standout moments, the first from Skrillex, the Los Angeles native who’s conquered the world of dubstep, performing on the main stage in the Tower of Destiny. He had one of the largest crowds of the entire weekend, and received a hero’s welcome — not an easy feat considering the other acts that shared stage time with him. Calvin Harris (below) played a fierce set on the Time/Hard stage and dropped a killer remix of his own tune “Bounce” featuring Kelis. He even got on the mic and shouted “Hey guys, what’s up Toronto!” — to which the crowd, from all over Ontario, Western Quebec and the U.S., booed audibly. He wasn’t alone, either: other DJs who grabbed the microphone were at a loss when trying to pay respect to the geographic location of the night. Not to name names, but the worst was an artist on Saturday night who said “What’s up, Canada!” followed even more poorly by “You’re great, North America!”

Friday night also saw Infected Mushroom perform a live cover of Foo Fighters’ “The Pretender,” giving it their own spin. And like we’ve come to expect, Rusko headlined the main stage, dropping pure bass-infused dubstep and obviously having a ball, jumping up and down for his full 1.5-hour set.

In the smaller but no less devastating Moog Audio Tent, Donald Glaude (below) played to a smaller crowd after his wild main stage performance. He couldn’t get off the decks, and despite how tired I was, I — like so many others — just couldn’t leave. He was knocking everyone over with continuous bangers and enough bass to shake the foundations, keeping the crowd pumped and dancing until sunrise.

Saturday saw most people head off to the river or the beach, or hang and socialize outside their tents. People started to drift back to the music areas around 1 p.m., with the smaller stages leading the rhythms now. At Centre Stage, GRiMESKEE (below) dropped “Cracks” by Freestylers (Flux Pavilion Remix) whilst waiting for the audio to get sorted, and caught the attention of several passersby, who couldn’t resist and came in to get down. He was followed by an incredible old school jungle set mid-afternoon by Crash.

In the evening a wicked storm rolled through and everyone retreated to camps and RVs for a moment to chill out. The cooling effect seemed to have done some good, ’cause as soon as it stopped everyone appeared fresh-faced and ready, more than ever, for Round Two!

The old-school jungle continued with a great set from Doctor P on the main stage alongside the enigmatic Dynamite MC. He was joined later that evening on the Tower by D-and-B giant Andy C, who played to a large and very faithful crowd, losing none of his flock as the downpour started up again. The last of the big names was Dom B of Stanton Warriors, shackling everyone to the dance floor, despite it being 5 a.m., with guttural bass and wild ragga samples. On the Time/Hard stage at the same time that night were Digitalism (below) and Jack Beats making it hard not to be in two places at once.

Don, a.k.a Red Lion had the honor and privilege of closing the festival down from 7:30- 9:00 and controlling what we would be remembering on our respective drives home the next day. The musical experience this weekend was peaked with several remixes in different styles of Top 40. I don’t know that I’ll ever hear songs like Gyptian’s “Hold Yuh,” Olive‘s “You’re Not Alone” or the Temper Trap’s “Sweet Disposition” and not be able to think of WEMF 2011.

Aside from the rain (unpredictable) and the wait at the entrance (up to two-plus hours if you arrived Friday afternoon), music seemed to soothe whatever temporary discomfort one experienced, and everyone I met was having the time of their lives. I haven’t had the chance to speak with the guys from Destiny about future plans, although several status updates on Monday mentioned that planning for 2012 is already in the works.

This event was further proof that the Destiny brand is a major international player in concert production. WEMF is unlike a regular music festival, truly encapsulating what I would describe as the “Rave” culture, but perhaps even that term is dated and it’s time to re-define. There is a new generation of glowstick-toting, hard partiers who have genuinely embraced the spirit and are living out the philosophy of what it means to come together for the love of music.

The 15th Annual World Electronic Music Festival (WEMF) in happening in South Algonquin, Ontario August 12-14, with a stellar lineup that includes Rusko, Calvin Harris, Pendulum, Skrillex, Infected Mushroom, Christopher Lawrence and more more more. bpm:tv’s Scott Willats celebrates summer’s biggest music event with a special edition of his SCOTT’S SELECTIONS podcast. Check below for the track listing.

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1. Skrillex - Rock N Roll

2. The Killabits – Stray Bullet

3. Flux Pavilion – I Can’t Stop

4. Flux Pavilion – Cracks

5. Doctor P – Watch Out

6. Jason Falkner – Only You (Zeds Dead Remix)

7. Zeds Dead Ft. Omar LinX – Out for Blood

8. Calvin Harris – I’m not alone

9. Adam K & Soha – Who Cares

10. Digitalism - Miami Takeover

11. Rusko - Everyday

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Check it out! bpm:tv’s absurdly comprehensive guide to the month’s most important new dance and electronic music releases.

Benny Benassi, Electroman
Italian electro house superstar Benny Benassi drops his eagerly anticipated new album, featuring collaborations with T-Pain (“Electroman”), Chris Brown (“Beautiful People”), the Ying Yang Twins and Kelis, plus the Skrillex remix of “Cinema.” (Week of June 7)

Above & Beyond, Group Therapy
Riding high on the success of their latest single “Sun and Moon,” British trance trio Above & Beyond unleash their sophomore long-player, featuring vocals from Zoe Johnston and Richard Bedford. (Week of June 7)

Trentemoller, LateNightTales
Danish electronic producer Trentemoller oversees the latest installment in the Late Night Tales compilation series, assembling an eclectic wee-hours mix that includes tracks by This Mortal Coil, Mazzy Star, the Velvet Underground and Low. (Week of June 7)

Sydney Blu, Live From Mansion
A native of beautiful Thunder Bay, Ontario, fast-rising Miami DJ Sydney Blu drops her debut CD, a mix recorded live at the famous Mansion Nightclub in Miami Beach, and featuring her killer remixes of Jefferson Airplane’s “Want Somebody” and the theme from True Blood. (Week of June 7)

Jessica 6, See The Light
Brooklyn trio Jessica 6 fuse disco, R&B, New Jack Swing, underground hip-hop, noir pop (whatever that is), classic horror movies and a host of other influences on this debut album. (Week of June 7)

Blue Stone, Pandora’s Box
Get set for more gauzy chill-out music from southern U.S. electro-pop outfit Blue Stone. (Week of June 7)

Manik, Armies of the Night
Samples from Walter Hill’s classic cult film The Warriors set the tone for this debut release from Queens, New York native Manik, a purveyor of deep house recently pegged by DJ Mag as a talent to watch in 2011. (Week of June 7)

More New Releases (Week of June 7): Youngsta, Rinse 14; Holy Other, With U; Mihai Popoviciu, Unexpected Truth; Massimiliano Pagliara, Focus For Infinity; Niko Schwind, Good Morning Midnight; Gabriel Ananda,Selected Techno Works; Helmut Dubnitzky, We Walk; Joachim Spieth, Selected 7

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Junior Boys, It’s All True
The pride of Hamilton, Ontario, synthpop duo Junior Boys (a.k.a. Jeremy Greenspan and Matt Didemus) release their fourth long-player on UK indie label Domino. A 12-inch of the album’s closer, “Banana Ripple,” features remixes by The Field and Tom Moulton. (Week of June 14)

Richard Durand, In Search of Sunrise 9: India
Dutch tech trance maestro Richard Durand, who replaced Tiesto last year at the helm of Black Hole Recordings’ acclaimed In Search of Sunrise compilation series, draws on the sounds of India’s thriving trance scene in this latest two-disc mix. (Week of June 14)

Dash Berlin, 2011: United Destination
They don’t call him “The Flying Dutchman” for nothing. Dutch trance star Dash Berlin (a.k.a. Jeff X Sutorius) cements his rapid rise into the international DJ elite with the second edition of his United Destination mix compilation series. (Week of June 14)

Wolfgang Gartner Presents: Electric Daisy Carnival Vol. 2
Riding high on the success of his breakthrough single, “Illmerica,” Texas electro house DJ Wolfgang Gartner has assembled this killer mix, a companion to this year’s sprawling five-city Electric Daisy Carnival event. Highlights include “Turbulence,” “Sun & Moon,” “Niton (The Reason)” and more. (Week of June 14)

Ante Perry, Flashing Disco Sounds II
Flamboyant German DJ and scenester Ante Perry celebrates the nightlife with a double CD compilation that captures his “swinging, dangerously sexy sound” on tracks that veer from deep house to disco. (Week of June 14)

More New Releases (Week of June 14): Lexy & K-Paul, Psycho; Orjan Nilsen, In My Opinion; Sied Van Riel, Rielism; Electro Wave; PlanningtoRock, W; Matthias Stubo, 1979; Cocoon Heroes, Mixed by Adam Beyer and Dorian Paic

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Digitalism, I Love You, Dude
German dance-punk duo Digitalism (a.k.a. Jens Moelle and Ismail Tufekci) returns with their sophomore release — and the gorgeous lead single “2 Hearts” bodes well for this effort. Julian Casablancas of The Strokes lent songwriting assistance on “Forrest Gump.” (Week of June 21)

John Tejada, Parabolas
Veteran West Coast producer John Tejada follows up his 12-inch Unstable Condition for Kompakt with a new full-length album showcasing his trademark brand of melodic tech house. (Week of June 21)

The Japanese Popstars, Controlling Your Allegiance
Northern Ireland’s The Japanese Popstars have been pegged as one of electronic music’s most likely breakthrough acts of 2011, on the strength of their raucous live shows and their remixes for the likes of Depeche Mode, Beyonce and Kylie Minogue. Their first album for Astralwerks features collaborations with Green Velvet, M83, Jon Spencer and The Cure’s Robert Smith. (Week of June 21)

When Saints Go Machine, Konkylie
With increasingly high-profile gigs on their agenda, a deal with dance label !k7 and their second album set to drop, Danish electro-pop outfit When Saints Go Machine are poised for bigger things. (Week of June 21)

Benji Boko, Beats Treats & All Things Unique
Known for his big hair and bigger stage presence, Brit DJ Benji Boko has recruited guest collaborators such as Maxi Jazz (of Faithless) and Ricky Rankin (of Roots Manuva) for a debut album that promises to cement his rep as a rising talent to watch. (Week June 21)

More New Releases (Week of June 21): Armada Trance; Example & DJ Wire Present the Playlist; Shapeshifters, Nikki Beach in the House; Josh Gabriel, Winter Kills; Roedelius, Piano Piano; Deadbeat, Drawn and Quartered; Paul Hardcastle, Hardcastle 6; Alessio Mereu, Tripolarity; Margaret Dygas

 

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John Digweed, Structures 2
Veteran British trance DJ John Digweed releases this generous three-disc package on his Bedrock imprint: two mixes, plus a collection of previously unreleased Bedrock tracks from the likes of Robert Babicz, Maetrik (a.k.a. Maceo Plex) and Digweed himself. (Week of June 28)

SBTRKT
On his debut album, fast-rising South London producer SBTRKT explores the territory where dubstep and UK garage intersect with pop. Guest vocalists include Jessie Ware, Sampha and Yukimi Nagano of Sweden’s Little Dragon. (Week of June 28)

Thievery Corporation, Culture of Fear
Washington, D.C. DJ duo Thievery Corporation (a.k.a. Rob Garza and Eric Hilton) drop their sixth studio album, which promises to continue their tradition of mixing and matching genres: from hip-hop and “space-rock” jams to down-tempo trance and dub. Boston underground rapper Mr. Lif adds vocals on the title track. (Week of June 28)

Com Truise, Galactic Melt
Signed to Ghostly International on the strength of his acclaimed Cyanide Sisters EP, New Jersey’s Com Truise (a.k.a. musician and designer Seth Haley) serves up a debut album showcasing his self-described “mid-fi synth-wave slow-motion funk.” Thematically, it’s a soundtrack of sorts for a biopic of Com Truise, “the world’s first synthetic/robotic astronaut.” (Week of June 28)

D:Ream, In Memory Of…
Did you know that Brian Cox, a onetime member of D:Ream, the UK dance-pop hitmakers of the Nineties, is now a renowned physicist working on the Large Hadron Collider project? (The things you learn on Wikipedia.) Professor Cox contributes some keyboard work to the reunited band’s new album – their first studio effort since 1995. (Week of June 28)

More New Releases (Week of June 28): Lady Blacktronica, Future Blues Vol. 1; Silkie City Limits Volume 2

Prepping the bpm:tv guide to new music in June, and we’ve found a new song for your summer playlist. “2 Hearts” is the lead single from German dance-punk duo Digitalism‘s new album I Love You, Dude, due out the week of June 21. Love the video, too: the cheap Eighties-style sci-fi cheese is somehow the perfect complement to the song’s yearning electro-pop vibe.

Watch it here!