OMG, TGIF, welcome at last to another BOTR on TWF. I thought this month I would try to get this volume of Best of the Month onto the interwebs in time for the extended holiday weekend {only extended for us Yanks, much apologies to the rest of the globe. And have fun working on Monday}. For those of you looking to get some folks dancing at a Labor Day party {or just looking to get the ladies in the mood} feel free to download all the tracks below or cruise through this link to check out all the other BOTR volumes.
All the tracks in one zip file : here {zshare = left click}
If you’d rather just download the music and not read my totally brilliant commentary {it’s currently 1:13 AM as I’m typing it} click the link above and be on your merry way. All the tracks below are available to be downloaded directly from this page. Simply right click and save it.
mp3 : Bugo – Sesto Senso (NT89 Remix)
I have no idea what’s going on in this remix. It’s fast, it’s slow, it’s Italian. It’s quite and loud and eerily it lacks a discernible beat for almost the entire track. It reminds me of dreaming.
mp3 : Coldplay vs Nas – If I Viva la Vida (Starters Remix)
The Nas rhymes feel a bit overclocked up on this track, but they flow nicely with the Coldplay anthem. I kinda wish Nas was actually on more of the song, but that’s just me. It’s a great remix.
mp3 : Crystal Castles vs Health – Crimewave (LAZRtag Remix)
If I was in the dark on the Bugo remix above then this track leaves me standing outside, in freezing rain, with a new moon. Yet for some reason I love the cold, I like the rain, and darkness, apparently, is a good friend. Wait for the beat to drop about ninety seconds into this one. It is worth the wait.
mp3 : Cut Copy – Hearts on Fire (Knightlife Remix)
Question; Who knew a remix of Cut Copy could make them sound even more like they’re a band from the eighties? Answer; Knightlife knew exactly what to do to make Cut Copy into even more of a cliche. A very danceable, lovable, Miami Vice-able cliche.
mp3 : Daft Punk – Harder Better Faster Stronger (Coin Operated Boy Remix)
Just when you thought this song had been remixed far {and I do mean far} too many times, along comes a new track that simply begs to be heard. Easily one of the top three tracks in this volume this is a must download. Wait for everything to hit the floor at exactly one minute into the track. Just brilliant.
mp3 : Fleet Foxes – White Winter Hymnal (Black Dominoes Remix)
I have nothing to write here, I’m still listening to the Daft Punk remix. Ok, that’s done {played it twice}, on with the show. This track is short and sweet and serves as a perfect transition piece between dance beats. Dig it.
mp3 : Gorillaz – Kids With Guns (Hot Chip Remix)
What’s not to like about a band made up entirely of cartoon characters? Nothing. And sweet and steady remixes of their tracks are welcome as well. Especially this one.
mp3 : John Legend and Andre 3000 – Green Light (MSTRKRFT Remix)
I’ve died and gone to heaven {twice} and this is the music they play while you wait in the queue at the pearly gates. Honestly it is that good. This is magic {or is it “illusions!, Michael”} contained in four amazing minutes. Could this be the surprise smash hit of the summer? Could this be a one song repeat style playlist for an entire party?
mp3 : Lil’ Wayne – Lollipop (LAZRtag Remix)
Who the frak allowed Lil’ Wayne to make this list? Have no fear, I’m firing my editors tomorrow. As long as it’s on the list you should hear the way LAZRtag makes Lil’ Wayne not only bearable but actually relevant. They should win a Nobel Prize for this.
mp3 : MGMT – Kids (Burntpiano Robo Remix)
Be warned, this remix might be the most addicting song you’ve heard all month. Not kidding. The entire track has been reworked {this could almost count as a cover song} into pure digital bliss. Even the vocals. Not kidding. And you’ll love it. Double not kidding two point one.
mp3 : Red Hot Chili Peppers – By The Way (Headburn Remix)
This is the perfect kickoff track for any party the world over. Throw this seven minute wonder onto the top of each and every playlist you’ve ever created. It’s a slow starter, it’s a quasi crowd pleaser, and it just might be the best RHCP remix I’ve ever heard.
mp3 : The Ting Tings – That’s Not My Name (LA Riots Remix)
Hand. Claps. Are. Awesome. Period. LA Riots have made this track into something great. Great things are awesome too.
mp3 : This Is Ivy League – London Bridges (FHR Remix)
Hey kids, now that you’re home from school let’s think of something constructive we can do with our holiday weekend. I feel like this could easily be the background music to some trippy modern day after school special. The type of school special that would feature copious amounts of high fives and thumbs ups. Maybe even a cut-it-out or two.
Ok, enough of my blathering on and on. I’m tired, it’s after 2 in the morning and I was partying hard the last day or so. Have fun this weekend on whatever continent you’re currently residing. Cheers, and come back often.
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