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First and foremost a Happy Good Friday and Easter Sunday to all of bpm nation. Amidst all your ragin’ this long weekend, try to take a few minutes to remember the meaning of the holiday.

Thursday is one of the biggest nights in the club world. Even the people who don’t enjoy clubbing — because of the crowds, because of the price it exacts on your wallet and your body — will be out and about tonight. I think it’s a great time to hit a club that has a resident DJ and see what he or she is playing. Are they sticking with the tried-and-true crowd-pleasers, or pushing the boundaries with some creative new sounds? All questions worth answering, while indulging in a few drinks and the occasional taste of eye candy.

With Coachella coming up, next week’s Sweets will be dedicated to that infamous festival, which showcases some of the best acts in the world in a three-day clusterf**k. Meantime, this week’s helping should hold you all the way to 4/20, when we will get high together. Figuratively speaking, of course .

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Return of the Mizzack! Best tune of the week

Mark Morrison – Return Of The Mack (Viceroy “Jet Life” Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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After seeing these guys perform two weeks ago, I’m really wishing I could have been in Miami when they made this!

Tocadisco feat. Julian Smith – That Miami Track ( Bassjackers Remix ): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Couldn’t believe I hadn’t posted this yet. Hugeness from Zedd

Zedd – Shotgun: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Very proper!

BeatauCue – Slow Down: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Been a while since I heard the Japanese Popstars. Very much missed them. BTW: Not Japanese. Not pop stars. Now you know.

BeatauCue – Slow Down (The Japanese Popstars Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Came across these just a couple of days ago. Thought I would share. Different, yet utterly irresistible.

C2C – Down The Road: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Get used to these guys.

These Vile Creatures – Helicopter Showdown feat. Lea Luna: LISTEN TO IT HERE 

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VISUAL SWEETS

Keep an eye out for that Steve Aoki Web exclusive coming soon!

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Dillllllllon Francis and Nero Tomorrow!!!!!!

…enjoy the Easter eggggggggggs!

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Where do I start? This week we saw an absolute amazing mix from Tits & Clits, brand new videos from T.E.E.D and Flux Pavilion, and a brand new track from my favourite producer, Fake Blood. It’s going to be hard to squeeze them all into one sitting, but I really do recommend that you cop each and every one, because this week’s sounds are going to be echoing through summer. Gotta love the beginning of March: everyone’s getting right and ready for the big festival at the end of the month. So for your listening pleasure: a heavy supply of bass, strings, and lots and lots of funk. Strap in and sit up, ’cause we’re about to pummel your brain into a coma.

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First out the gate: whenever Fake Blood chooses a track to remix, you know it’s going to be something special. The fact that he chose a rap song makes it even more special for someone like me who grew up listening to hip-hop. His take on Sway‘s “Level Up” is exactly what we’ve come to expect from him: happy/dark/happy/grimy = amazing. Cop it.

Sway – Level Up (Fake Blood Mix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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This is a big track right here. My first chance to hear Butch Clancy was his awesome remix of a Beatles classic — and he’s outdone even that here. A top-notch effort on this remix of Amy Kuney‘s “Sway.” No words can describe. Get it going!

Amy Kuney – Sway (Butch Clancy Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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A beautiful remix by a  Toronto duo who are on tour with Guinevere as we speak. Keep your ears tuned for more from No Big Deal.

Guinevere – Crazy Crazy (No Big Deal Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Ryan Enzed is a producer I’ve been keeping my eye on for the past year. Be sure to check his YouTube channel, where he offers great tips and pointers for all types of producers. His remix of the new Deadmau5 cut is so funky and so catchy that it could well be the breakthrough he deserves. Plus it’s free!

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Toronto’s Crystal Castles have become a household name in the worlds of indie and EDM — not just hipster darlings but artists who earn the respect of their peers. With this remix you get a complete different take on their sound: Darker, deeper and just plain villainous — but the passion still comes through. The original, of course, is breathtaking. Enjoy both.

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Crystal Castles – Suffocation (HEALTH Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Sticking with the dark tip, I got a hot new joint from Hey Today! This time out, he remixes Black Strobe‘s “Italian Fireflies,” turning it into a call to arms for crooks everywhere. This is what the Joker and Riddler rock out to on their way to work.

Black Strobe – Italian FireFlies (Hey Today! Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Clockwork has been in and out of the headlines in terms of his production skills for a while. With the emergence of his new EP (set to drop on March 13) we can expect to be hearing a lot more of him very soon. This is one of those EPs that could have Miami on lockdown every time the tunes drop. Check out the Dillon Francis remix of “Hulk.” Ravey baby!

Clockwork – Squad Up EP: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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A slow and beautiful chillstep track that will put your party in a nice, calm zone. Just in time to roll that black and mild, ya dig? MitiS has some killer hits, so check out his page.

MitiS – Identity: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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I try to stay away from mixes. In all honesty, I want to keep the sweets short and sw … well, you get the idea. But this is just too good. Take your pen out and jot down the tracks featured in this mix, which the boys from Hungary have been gracious enough to list. There are some serious gems in here.

Tits & Clits – Pleasure Zone, Episode 01: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Got a brand new cut from ZHU, but this time the workaholic has included visuals. The Katy Perry cover hits the spot perfectly, and definitely warrants the time and effort it took to make the video. Plus Josh Milan‘s voice meshes effortlessly with ZHU’s classic production. Where does this man find the time?

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Bieber?!?! WTF?!?! Your eyes aren’t fooling you. What can I say? My only bias is for good music, and this song is catchy. Hoppy and poppy, you will hear this 100 times before you die, guaranteed. Probably more.

Far East Movement – “Live My Life” feat. Justin Bieber & Redfoo (Party Rock Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Last, a brand new video from my favourite dinosaur. TEED has really come in his own since I first wrote about him in April of last year. How time flies. Enjoy this!

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Hope you’ve enjoyed this week’s sweets. Go ahead, rot ya teeth….xx

 

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A short week, what with the Family Day holiday on Monday, but I’ve still managed to load up a supply of raging tunes to rock you all through the weekend. We’ve got new cuts from some lesser-known names that you’ll want to clear some memory space for, plus a brand new remix from New York’s own Nico Jaar that is up to his usual high standards. Plus new joints from A-Trak, Guxxi Vump and Conspirator. A serious supply of 128 bpm, so let’s get right into it.

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Seems right now like some of the most innovative sounds are coming out of … Hungary? Tits & Clits put this country on the map for me, but it’s We Plants Are Happy Plants that have me booking my flight to Budapest. This track may not get people in the club raging like lunatics — but it’s definitely one for those early morning sessions when you feel the need to zone out and vibe.

We Plants Are Happy Plants – Rise And Fall: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Nico Jaar has the rare ability to make each of his songs sound completely different from the others. That’s creativity in a nutshell. Another slower track for you to vibe to — and like the previous offering, it’s a top-quality production.

Shlohmo – Rained The Whole Time (Nicolas Jaar Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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This is just right. A-Trak takes a man who’s “Big in Japan” and flips him on his head. Fly and funky …

Martin Solveig – The Night Out (A-Trak Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Brand new Killabits. ‘Nuff said …

The Killabits – Motown 2000 (Ft. Riggadale): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Brodinski is as streaky as Phil Kessel. For long stretches you don’t hear from him — then he turns around and pots five joints in a week. He’s definitely feeling the heat right now.

Yuksek – Off The Wall (Brodinski Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Speaking of which, this track goes just as hard. Wait a good 1:30 for the drop.

Lana Del Rey – Born to Die (Guxxi Vump Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Moombah madness. Let’s take one of the biggest hip-hop tracks of our era, and throw that 110 bpm we moombahton fans just can’t get enough of. Sounds wick-it!

Dr. Dre – Still California (Wick-it Moombahton Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Nothing better than a pop song gone EDM. Laidback Luke seems to do these best.

Madonna – Give Me All Your Love (Laidback Luke Remix) (Snippet): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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The best thing about music nowadays: everyone is doing it. OK, sometimes that’s actually a bad thing. But in the case of Dimension5 it’s a magical thing. Try it on — bet it’ll fit perfectly!

Dimension5 – Blasted (Original Mix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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VISUAL SWEETS 

Rusko is doing an album with Cypress Hill. At first I thought there was no way they would blend well. I am and continue to be wrong. Perfecto! Expect to hear this a lot.

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That’s it homies … keep it locked and bookmarked, ’cause the sweet is never as sweet without sour………..xx

 

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It’s Friday! TGIF! This weekend feels like one made for the inner socialite in all of us. Since the single people of the world had to endure the shame of being alone on Valentine’s Day, you can expect the clubs to be packed with people redoubling their search for Mr. or Ms. Right. And if that’s true, then the DJs best come correct with tunes to help you bolster the courage. On the other hand, if you’d prefere to keep it low-key with a house party or a small gathering, we’ve got you completely covered with this week’s best tracks. Have at it!

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No hesitation about jumping into the warm waters with this one. Bingo Players have a banger with help from Heather Bright.

Bingo Players featuring Heather Bright – Don’t Blame The Party (Mode) (Adria Vila Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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From here on in let it be known: any new Kill The Noise release will immediately be posted. That is all.

Nero – Must Be The Feeling (Kill The Noise Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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I am definitely not one to highlight an artist in the aftermath of his or her death. That has to be said. However, I am one to highlight anything that features Chromeo. Whitney had what may have been one of the best voices in the history of time — so we can hope that, among the truckload of remixes that will be doubtless appear over the coming weeks, we get more gems like this.

The Hood Internet – When The Night Knows (Whitney Houston x Chromeo): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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When I chatted with Chris Lake last year, all he could talk about was Tommy Trash. Tommy this and Tommy that … apparently he knew something the rest of us didn’t, cuz Tommy is killing it right now.

PNAU – Unite Us (Tommy Trash Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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A little R&B twist on this one. Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a good break-up song. This beat is good — almost too good. Don’t go too far to the dark side, Diplo!

Diplo – Climax: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Enough of that soft and slow s**t — let’s get into the nitty-gritty. If you hear this song at the venue tonight, grab him / or her / or both and get to it. Your choice.

Dilemn – Always Continue: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Why is it that Paris always seems to be two steps ahead of everything else happening in EDM? Who knows? But if you can’t beat em, join ‘em

The Mekanism – Can’t Believe (Mario Basanov remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Last, our favourite dinos …

Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs - Tapes & Money [SoundCloud Edit]: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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VISUAL SWEETS

AC Slater is Mr. Bass, and Mr. Bass is a joker. Here’s a little clip about his preparations for a tour Down Under, for all you kangaroos.

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Sometimes proper remixes need proper visuals — as for example, Gingy & Bordello‘s reworking of ZZT‘s “Work.”

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I love my job! Have a good weekend, you maniacs………..xx

 

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With the first month of the year coming to a close , we can say with confidence and optimism that 2012 has already produced some great EDM tracks, and is looking to be the year of the bass and synth. With a basket full of club anthems and pop ditties, I’m betting that when the warm weather arrives, our music will once again be the soundtrack everyone’s riding to.

One of the biggest releases of ’12 so far comes from Steve Aoki. It’s a hotly anticipated album — and one that has, to be frank, a very specific sound. I’ll review it tomorrow, so be sure to check back in.

Plenty of great tracks surfaced this past weekend. Take a second and jot ‘em down. Some may be a little too hype for a Monday — but hey, it’s almost Tuesday … when us ravers gets started!

Afrojack & Shermanology – Can’t Stop Me (Aylen Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Keep Me Waiting (Vitodito & Oza x Sia x Flo Rida x Gary Go x Benny Benassi x Neon Hitch): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Free!!! Nero – Must Be The Feeling (Delta Heavy Remix): LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Must have!!! Treasure Fingers & Malente – Crusaders EP: LISTEN TO IT HERE

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Once again, we’ve scoured the Internets for info on all of this month’s biggest and best new dance and electronic releases. So hey, you’re welcome.

Alessio Mereu, Tripolarity
Up-and-coming Italian DJ/producer Alessio Mereu shows off his versatility on this debut long-player, which veers from “dark techno” to “warm house” to “abstract electronic sounds.” Acumen, Bloody Mary and others make guest appearances. (Week of Aug. 2)

Camea, Clinkology
Clink Recordings co-founder Camea (a.k.a. Camea Hoffman) mixes the label’s first compilation, showcasing artists like Alexi Delano, Mark Henning and Ambivalent who exemplify its trademark “sleek, minimalist techno and tech house” sound. (Week of Aug. 2)

Carl Cox, Ten Years at Space
With the summer season at Spain’s clubbing capital hitting its peak, Ibiza compilations are landing all over the place. British house heavyweight Carl Cox celebrates the tenth anniversary of his Revolution series at mega-club Space with this limited-edition double CD mix featuring classic and cutting-edge tracks from the likes of Green Velvet, Eric Prydz, Josh Wink, Joris Voorn and many more. (Week of Aug. 2)

Daniel Haaksman, Rambazamba
Berlin’s Daniel Haaksman draws on Rio’s baile funk and a host of other global influences, from Middle Eastern to jazz, for this solo debut on his own Man Recordings imprint. (Week of Aug. 2)

Gregor Tresher, Lights From The Inside
Frankfurt-based techno veteran Gregor Treshor continues to service the club crowd on his latest long-player, but shows a new interest in atmospherics, citing The Cure‘s Disintegration as a major source of inspiration. (Week of Aug. 2)

Heidi Presents The Jackathon
Windsor, Ontario native, Berlin-based DJ and BBC Radio 1 host Heidi assembles this companion to her Jackathon series of parties, featuring 16 tracks of heavy-duty house from big names like Derrick Carter, Juan MacLean, Steve Bug and others. (Week of Aug. 2)

Kryptic Minds, Can’t Sleep
From fast-rising British label Black Box comes this sophomore release from London dupstep duo Kryptic Minds (a.k.a. Simon Shreeve and Brett Bigden). Advance word says the album has a minimalist flavour, spiced with hints of Portishead, jungle and Detroit techno. (Week of Aug. 2)

Moonface, Organ Music Not Vibraphone Like I’d Hoped
Moonface, an uncategorizable new project on Jagjaguwar from the adventurous Spencer Krug (Wolf Parade, Sunset Rubdown), is described as “something between pop and lush drones,” with layers and loops of organ beats, beeps and bloops, and digital drums. (Week of Aug. 2)

Mount Kimbie, Carbonated
UK dubstep duo Mount Kimbie deliver a dispatch from the cutting edge of bass with this EP, which features two different remixes of “Carbonated,” the standout track from their 2010 album Crooks & Lovers. (Week of Aug. 2)

Newworldaquarium, Dead Bears
Elusive Dutch producer Newworldaquarium, otherwise known as Jochem Peteri, issues an expanded version of his sophomore release, a critically acclaimed 2007 exploration of “downtempo grooves, dub techno and deep spacey house.” (Week of Aug. 2)

Roska, Rinse 15
Roska, the poster child for UK funky, surveys the underground dance scene in this latest mix CD from self-described “seminal” London-based radio station and record label, Rinse. Listen for tracks by Katy B, Magnetic Man, Redlight and Roska himself. (Week of Aug. 2)

Stereociti, Kawasaki
Japanese artist Stereociti (a.k.a. Ken Sumitani) serves up “soul-inspired deep house with a raw, dubby edge” on this debut long-player from Berlin’s Mojuba label. (Week of Aug. 2)

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Accessory, Underbeat
German synthpop duo Accessory (a.k.a. Dirk Steyer and Ivo Lottig) continue to march in Depeche Mode‘s well-worn footprints, with a dancefloor-friendly new album that tempers tunefulness with well-timed bursts of industrial-style aggression. (Week of Aug. 9)

EAST: Volume Cinammon
DJ Ping celebrates his ongoing residence at Hamburg’s EAST Hotel with a flavourful new addition to the EAST series of mix compilations. (Previous volumes: Ginger, Jasmine, Lotus and Mandarin.) He serves up “atmospheric deep house” for the bar, and “a multi-faceted Europe-meets-Asia sound collection” for the lounge area. (Week of Aug. 9)

Hardfloor, 20 – Two Decades of Hardfloor
German acid techno kings Hardfloor (a.k.a. Oliver Bondzio and Ramon Zenker) have compiled a massive three-disc career retrospective that assembles the very best of their prodigious output, from the early Harthouse singles to last year’s long-player Two Guys Three Boxes. (Week of Aug. 9)

Teen Daze, A Silent Planet
The new six-track EP from B.C. chillwaver Teen Daze was inspired by the “beauty and monolithic qualities” of the Fraser Valley mountains, and by the former bible college student’s reading of the C.S. Lewis classic Out of the Silent Planet. Download a free track here. (Week of Aug. 9)

Ursula 1000, Mondo Beyondo
On his fifth album, Brooklyn’s Ursula 1000, otherwise known as DJ and multi-instrumentalist Alex Gimeno, splatters his “quirky electronic dance pop” with bits of disco, Latin funk, surf guitars, electro, Sixties lounge pop and all manner of other musical bric-a-brac. Guest stars include Fred Schneider of the B-52s. (Week of Aug. 9)

zerO One, remiXed
New from electronic adventurer Kevin Dooley, who records under the name zerO One: a reconfigured version of his debut long-player, remixed with helping hands from Bluetech, Phuturerprimitive and Magic Sound Fabric. (Week of Aug. 9)

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50 Weapons of Choice #10-19
Bass heavyweights like Benjamin Damage, Cosmin TRG and Phon.o appear on this new compilation from 50 Weapons, the white label series founded in 2006 by Berlin’s Modeselektor. (Week of Aug. 16)

BLNRB: Welcome To The Madhouse
Afropop meets German electronica in this intriguing assemblage of colloborations between Kenyan musicians and Berlin-based artists such as Modeselektor, Jahcoozi and the brothers Teichmann. (Week of Aug. 16)

Dubstep Allstars Vol 08: Mixed by Distance
UK dubstep mainstay Distance (a.k.a. Greg Sanders) assembles a survey of the British bass music scene that includes new material from the likes of Kryptic Minds, Tunnidge, Deleted Scenes and Benga. (Week of Aug. 16)

Fool’s Gold, Leave No Trace
Stripped down to a five-piece for their sophomore album, funky L.A. collective Fool’s Gold continue to refine their blend of deep soul, Afrobeat and synth-based British new wave. (Week of Aug. 16)

Hans Nieswandt, Hans Is Playing House
Veteran German producer, DJ, author, radio host and all-around scenester Hans Nieswandt drops his first remix collection, disco-fying favourite tracks by Barbara Morgenstern, Eisen, Universal Gonzalez, Mittekill and others. (Week of Aug. 16)

Hed Kandi: Ibiza 2011
No summer season in Ibiza would be complete without a mix compilation from relentless UK house label and “lifestyle brand” Hed Kandi. This edition features contributions from top flight artists and producers such as Wolfgang Gartner, Afrojack, Alex Gaudino and Calvin Harris. (Week of Aug. 16)

Jus-Ed, Vision Dance
This new album from Connecticut-based producer, DJ, label manager and part-time landscaper Jus-Ed (known to his mother as Ed McKeithen) is a one-stop shop for all your deep house needs. (Week of Aug. 16)

Kid Koala, Space Cadet
The new album from Montreal turntablist Kid Koala serves as the soundtrack to his 132-page graphic novel of the same name, and fleshes out his trademark sound with live strings, horns and other touches of instrumental colour. (Week of Aug. 16)

Kompakt Total 12
Cologne’s influential Kompakt label issues the latest edition of its annual compilation series, featuring tracks from Gus Gus, Superpitcher, Gui Boratto, The Modernist and more. (Week of Aug. 16)

Natalia Kills, Perfectionist
British actress and filmmaker turned up-and-coming songstress-slash-drama queen Natalia Kills makes her bid for Lady Gaga-style multimedia meta-popstardom with a debut album featuring contributions from Akon and mentor will.i.am. (Week of Aug. 16)

Nero, Welcome Reality
After seven years together, hard-hitting UK dubstep duo Nero are finally ready to unleash their debut LP. Check out bpm:tv’s Web Exclusive feature in Nero here. (Week of Aug. 16)

Nervous Nitelife Presents Muzzaik
Hungarian DJ/producers Daniel and Sullivan — otherwise known as Muzzaik — do their bit to advance dance music’s Eastern European invasion with a mix compilation that reveals why the duo have been increasingly in demand as remixers. (Week of Aug. 16)

Ørjan Nilsen, In My Opinion
A mover and shaker on the Norwegian club scene for the last five years, trance producer/DJ Ørjan Nilsen delivers his long-awaited debut album. “I can’t describe it other than being me,” he says on his Web site. “It seems like I have so many things that need to get to the surface, and I’m showing that through my music.” (Week of Aug. 16)

Woody McBride, Adventures in Deep Techno Volume One
This new mix CD from Woody McBride (a.k.a. DJ ESP) spotlights the Minnesota-based producer’s distinctive blend of “tribal techno, acid house, elektro, ambidelics, hardtek and authentic old school minimal electronic music.” (Week of Aug. 16)

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David Guetta, Nothing But The Beat
Can French superstar DJ David Guetta possibly top the success of his Grammy-winning 2009 release One Love? We’ll find out when his fifth long-player drops. Flo Rida, Nicki Minaj, Taio Cruz, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, Usher and will.i.am are among the guest stars on hand for what promises to be the party album of the year. (Week of Aug. 23)

Andrew Bayer, It’s Artificial
The debut album from adventurous Washington DC producer Andrew Bayer touches on everything from glitch-hop to progressive house, according to the release from the label, Above & Beyond‘s Anjunabeats imprint. (Week of Aug. 23)

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Balam Acab, Wander/Wonder
Following up on the critical success of last year’s five-track EP See Birds, Pennsylvanian slo-mo house/experimental hip-hop artist Balam Acab (a.k.a. Alec Koone) drops his full-length debut on Tri Angle. (Week of Aug. 30)

Cocoon Compilation K
Sven Väth‘s Frankfurt-based techno label Cocoon Recordings delivers its latest compilation, featuring tracks from Nina Kraviz, Tom Trago, Henrik Schwarz, Maetrik and Dinky. (Week of Aug. 30)

Dalot, Minutestatic
The influence of Boards of Canada and Stars of the Lid can be heard on this sophomore release from New York sound artist Maria Papadomanolaki‘s electro-acoustic project Dalot. (Week of Aug. 30)

Ferry Corsten Presents Full On Ferry: Ibiza
Dutch trance powerhouse Ferry Corsten celebrates the debut of his “Full on Ferry” event at the Ibiza club Sankeys with a double-disc mix compilation featuring tracks and remixes from the likes of Giuseppe Ottaviani, Zoo Brazil, Cosmic Gate and Bart Claessen. (Week of Aug. 30)

Robbie Rivera, Juicy Ibiza 2011
“Tuff and sexy house music” originator Robbie Rivera celebrates summer in Ibiza with an all-star double CD mix compilation featuring tracks and mixes by Ferry Corsten, Moby, Tiësto, Allure and many more. (Week of Aug. 30)

Thundercat, Golden Age of Apocalypse
Suicidal Tendencies’ bassist Thundercat, who contributed to Flying Lotus‘s critically acclaimed Cosmogramma, gets a solo showcase of his own on FlyLo’s Brainfeeder imprint. Erykah Badu is among the guest stars on a disc that seeks out the middle ground between jazz fusion and glitch-hop. (Week of Aug. 30)

YACHT, Shangri-La
Idiosyncratic Portland, Oregon electropoppers YACHT issue the sci-fi-influenced follow-up to their critically acclaimed debut See Mystery Lights on DFA Records. According to the press notes, “”YACHT asserts that the future is a blank slate upon which anything can be imposed … Shangri-La argues that ‘Paradise is kinetic potential, a latency within us that has been eaten alive by time.’” So there you go. (Week of Aug. 30)

 

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

RELEASED THE WEEK OF MARCH 7

World Series Miami
UK record label and “lifestyle brand” Hed Kandi celebrates the 2011 Winter Music Conference in Miami with a two-disc tribute to one of the world’s great dance music capitals. Features tracks from Chris Lake & Marco Lys, Stefano Noferini , Copyright, Funkagenda Vs Sultan, Max Vangelli, Tristan Garner, The Shapeshifters, Disfunktion, DJ Chus & David Penn, and many more.

Anjunadeep:03
Above & Beyond’s progressive trance and house label Anjunadeep releases its latest collection, mixed by James Grant and Jaytech. Features tracks and remixes from Underworld, Spooky, Michael Cassette, Solarity, Dinka, PROFF and Maor Levi.

Derrick Carter, Fabric 56
Chicago house pioneer Derrick Carter craft the latest installment in Fabric Records’ celebrated mix series. Features tracks from Roger Sanchez, Green Velvet, Almost September, Nick Garcia, Cajmere and many more.

Etienne Ozborne, White Is Pure 10
Quebec house DJ Etienne Ozborne’s newest mix CD on the Playground label includes tracks from Todd Terry, Erick Morillo, Hardwell and Louie Vega.

Jessie J, Who You Are
UK sensation Jessie J penned songs for the likes of Justin Timberlake, Rihanna and Miley Cyrus (does “Party in the U.S.A.” ring a bell?) before scoring a couple of chart-topping singles of her own. Now, she follows up the success of “Do It Like A Dude” and “Price Tag” with the release of her debut album.

In Trance We Trust 017
The latest volume in Black Hole Recordings’ In Trance We Trust series is a 14-track compilation mixed by Russian DJ and producer Bobina (a.k.a. Dmitry Almazov). Features tracks from Cosmic Gate, Jason van Wyk, Hodel & Sunstate and Nkoder.

Lupe Fiasco, Lasers
Album number three from the acclaimed Chicago rapper features collaborations with John Legend and Trey Songz, and production by the likes of Jerry Wonder and The Neptunes.

OMD, History of Modern
Brit electropop pioneers OMD return with their first new album in 14 years, a dance-oriented disc that recalls their early Eighties heyday.

NEW THE WEEK OF MARCH 14

Wolf + Lamb Vs. Soul Clap, DJ KiCKS
NYC duo Wolf + Lamb and Boston’s Soul Clap team up to mix the latest edition of !K7’s DJ KiCKS series. Features tracks by Deniz Kurtel, Eli Gold, H-Foundation and DJ Harvey.

Tarun Nayar, 22 Degrees of Beatitude
Vancouver-based DJ and producer Tarun Nayar continues his distinctive fusion of Asian music and electronica on this new solo effort, which he describes as his “most personal work to date.”

MC Mario Mixdown 2011
The indefatigable MC Mario is at it again, with yet another mix CD featuring the likes of Taio Cruz, Afrojack, Rihanna, Ke$ha, The Black Eyed Peas and many more.

Omar Santana & Evan Gamble Lewis, Dub Step Dubterranean
Techno veteran Omar Santana and rising star Evan Gamble Lewis team up to explore dubstep’s brooding sound on this new release.

Masomenos, Balloons
Stylish French microhouse duo (and boutique proprietors) Masomenos — DJ Joan Costes and producer Adrien de Maublanc – return with their third full-length album.

Deniz Kurtel, Music Watching Over Me
Turkish techno producer and experimental artist Deniz Kurtel — best known until now for her installations at events like the Burning Man Festival — releases her debut album on the Crosstown Rebels label. Expect “some electro/house and some breakbeat elements.”

DJ Afro, Free
After a number of remix CDs, DJ Afro — otherwise known as Jose Luis Pardo, lead guitarist for Grammy-winning Venezuelan disco/funk/acid jazz band Los Amigos Invisibles — issues his first album of all original work.

VIVA Club Rotation: Vol 48
From Germany’s Embassy of Music comes this compilation of massive club tracks featuring the likes of Eric Prydz, Swedish House Mafia, Duck Sauce, Martin Solveig & Dragonette and Robyn.

Emanuele Errante, Time Elapsing Handheld
Italian ambient composer Emanuele Errante releases his latest collection of chill-out sounds on Berlin’s Karaoke Kalk.

Paper Tiger, Made Like Us
Producer Paper Tiger of the Minneapolis-based underground hip-hop collective Doomtree gets a Canadian release for his solo debut, which features Dessa and Lookbook’s Maggie Morrison.

Orsten, Cutworks
Eccentric French-Finnish cut-and-paste artist Orsten melds hip-hop, Seventies cinema and classic piano on his sampladelic debut long-player.

Nervous Nitelife Presents Patrick M
A pillar of Miami’s party scene, Buenos Aires-born DJ Patrick M delivers a debut collection featuring tracks from the likes of Israel Sunshine, Jean Claude Ades and Chus & Ceballos.

COMING THE WEEK OF MARCH 21

Ke$ha, I Am The Dance Commander + I Command You to Dance: The Remix Album
Everybody’s favourite party girl keeps the product coming with this collection, which rounds up remixes from the likes of Dave Aude and Fred Falke. With guest appearances by Andre 3000 and 3OH13.

Binary Park, Worlds Collide
Binary Park — a collaborative effort by Torben Schmidt, head honcho of Germany’s Infacted label, and British colleagues Huw Jones and Alfred Gregl — releases its debut album, described as “an intriguing blend of different electronic styles from darkstep to industrial and from electro to deep, noisy, ambient Glitchy, intelligent electropop.”

Wildcookie, Cookie Dough
Swedish DJ Freddie Cruger (a.k.a. Red Astaire) and vocalist Anthony Mills as Wildcookie on this debut long-player, an easy-on-the-ears blend of soul, hip-hop, R&B and breaks.

Armin Van Buuren, A State of Trance 2011
The world’s number one DJ sums up … well, the state of trance with this latest edition in his ongoing series of definitive two-disc trance music mixes. Listen for tracks by The Blizzard & Omnia, Rex Mundi, Aly & Fila, Beat Service and many more.

Nostalgia 77, Sleepwalking Society
The latest effort from producer, remixer and DJ Nostalgia 77 (a.k.a. Benedic Lamdin) is a tough-to-categorize blend of afrobeat, jazz, funk, electronic and hip-hop influences.

Guti, Patio de Juegos
Argentina’s Guti issues his first release on the tech house label Desolat.

Remady, No Superstar: The Album
Swiss DJ producer Remady (a.k.a. Marc Wurgler), follows up the crossover UK success of his electro anthem “No Superstar” with this debut long-player.

Rick Wilhite, Analog Aquarium
Detroit house veteran Rick Wilhite assembles his first-ever collection of new productions, featuring contributions from longtime collaborators like Theo Parrish, Marcellus Pittman, Osunlade and vocalist Billy Love.

COMING THE WEEK OF MARCH 28

Britney Spears, Femme Fatale
It’s Britney, bitch. Her new album hits the streets. Try to ignore it. Just try.

ADMX-71, Luminous Vapors
Berlin-based techno producer (and head honcho of the Sonic Groove label) re-releases the debut album from his experimental side project ADMX-71, a “chill out companion” to his work as Traversable Wormhole.

Seekae, +Dome
Australian electronic trio Seekae release their second full-length album on Rice Is Nice.

Katy B, On a Mission
Singer-songwriter Katy B, a crossover sensation from London’s UK Garage and dubstep scenes, makes her much-anticipated debut.

Yelle, Safari Disco Club
French electropoppers Yelle finally — finally! — deliver the long-awaited follow-up to their irresistible 2007 debut Pop Up.

The Beat Generation 10th Anniversary Collection
BBE celebrates 10 years of its acclaimed Beat Generation mix CD series with this anniversary release mixed by DJ Spinna and Mr. Thing.

Gareth Emery, Northern Lights Re-Lit
DJ Mag top 10 finisher Gareth Emery follows up his triumphant debut album with this collection of 12 new remixes.

Ladytron, Best of 00-10
Brit electropoppers Ladytron look back at their first decade in a two-disc compilation that includes such hits as “Black Cat,” “Playgirl” and “Destroy Everything You Touch.”

Hard Dance Awards 2011
Ministry of Sound assembles three discs of “banging mayhem,” with the able services of DJs Kutski, Andy Whitby & Klubfiller and Ed Real.

Wagon Christ, Toomorrow
Brit DJ and producer Luke Vibert’s Wagon Christ project returns with a new album on Ninja Tune, featuring his trademark brand of “danceable, psychedelic, groovy beats and eclectic samples.”

Underground Miami
New from Ministry of Sound, this massive three-disc compilation celebrates Miami’s annual Winter Music Conference, with tracks from Laidback Luke, Afrojack, Eric Prydz, Moguai, Laurent Garnier, Matty G, and many more.

Bibio, Mind Bokeh
British electronic experimenter Bibio (a.k.a. Stephen Wilkinson) continues to draw influences from Aphex Twin, Autechre and Boards of Canada on his latest Warp Records release.

Pearson Sound, Fabriclive 56
North London bass music impresario David Kennedy (a.k.a. Pearson Sound, a.k.a. Ramadanman) oversees the latest in Fabric London’s series of essential live mixes.

The Human League, Credo
Don’t you want them, baby? Still robotic after all these years, Brit synthpop pioneers The Human League return with their first new album in nearly a decade.