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April 2013
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WatchDJ Spinn and DJ Rashad: Breaking down boundaries with juke and footwork
“Dancers from Chicago really like bass, claps, something crazy, something unexpected… that’s what we tried to keep up.”
Tales of the origins of juke and footwork from two of the originators, during their intimate lecture at Red Bull Music Academy Madrid 2011.
DJ Spinn and DJ Rashad talk of growing up in...
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Shuffler.fm: Weekly Feature: Artist Profiles →
Of course hearing the album hours after it dropped thanks to Crack In The Road tipping me off, I felt compelled to profile the young star for Shuffler’s weekly post. Check it out.
Jai Paul
They danced down the streets like dingledodies, and I shambled after as I’ve been doing all my life after people who interest me, because the only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad...
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INTERVIEW: Introducing Lockah
Swirling synths in a variety of forms take on chameleon like qualities shaping Aberdeen’s brightest rising star Lockah, aka Tom Banks’ savagely inventive sound. Humming chugs of lofty bass marry with pitched vocal loops cascading into jungle-inspired beats. This menagerie of genres and concept sounds are then swirled together in a steaming pot of thick and chunky beats ready to elevate any...
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Coma My Orbit (Dauwd Remix)
Germany’s hottest...
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INTERVIEW: Iceage: "Sometimes it’s a big release...
When it comes to bands, the ones that are a bit sheltered often end up coming off as the most genuine. Such is the case with Copenhagen punk band Iceage.
The band have just released their second full-length album You’re Nothing on Matador – an album which does more than just give the finger to authority, it tells a story – a very relatable story. Instead of building a narrative around...
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March 2013
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MY 2013 SXSW Wrap Up: #FOMO and Loathing @ the...
Here’s the version of my wrap up that didn’t make onto The Line Of Best Fit. Photos by Tonje Thilesen.
A trip to Austin’s infamous South By Southwest festival is not complete without experiencing a set of extreme emotions - from the disappointment at missing a set or not getting into your party of choice, catching surprise guest performances, free swag you actually want and...
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Your Ultimate 2013 SXSW Essentials Guide
SXSW has been around since 1987 (music) and 1994 (interactive and film) and has become THEE essential annual music networking event to attend. Being the SXSW veterans that we are, Best Fit has compiled a list of essentials to ensure you maximize your experience in Austin this week. From the gear you’ll need to keep you on top of your game, to where to find the best eats, what to do in-between...
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Shuffler.fm: Pretty Much Amazing Presents: The... →
Come get boozey with me next week.
We’re so excited to be a part of Pretty Much Amazing’s The Danger Village (#PMAVILLAGE) SXSW Day Party next week!
WHEN: Wednesday, March 13th. 1pm-6pm.
WHERE: Empire Control Room – 606 East 7th St. (btwn. Red River and Sabine), Austin, TX.
DETAILS: Pretty Much Amazing and Danger Village PR present a free 2013 SXSW Day party! No RSVPs, badges, or...
February 2013
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Shuffler.fm: Shuffler.fm Exclusive Mix #008 //... →
Shuffler.fm Exclusive Mix #008 // Mostly Junk Food - MJF Invented The Mixtape
Thanks so much to Marc and the MJF crew. Y’all knocked it out the park with this mix + artwork. <3
Shuffler.fm Exclusive Mix #008 // Mostly Junk Food - MJF Invented The Mixtape
We back! One of the coolest things about Shuffler.fm is that we’re made up of the most influential and creative group of...
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January 2013
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Introducing Interview: Throwing Snow
I did an interview with 2013 Red Bull Music Academy participant, producer Ross Tones aka Throwing Snow that dropped today. Check out my favorite answer below, and read the entire interview over at The Line Of Best Fit.
Do you still use field recordings?
“Yeah, all the time. There’s lots of crackles and pops, and weird sounds I find, or have been given by people. Like the one in...
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Martin $ky - Three To Get Ready (Video)
Once in college I saw the mayor of Oakland at the time, Jerry Brown speak about various political issues affecting his fair city, and surrounding locale that make up my beloved Bay Area. He talked about how smoking weed in your backyard was fine as long as you kept it on your property, protesting is a citizen’s right, but not mandatory, and well running for mayor is one “wild”...
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WatchPhotographer, Bryan Derballa’s Best of 2012 Photo Slide Show
This is dope. The first time I watched this I was listening to nknwn’s ‘21’, which suits the video much better in my opinion. Nothing against Billy Corgan, just didn’t feel right. Feel free to put that shit on mute, and do the same.
Lots of cool shots form various musical performances in 2012 in this...
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What Your Favorite Album of 2012 Says About Your...
PST is always late as fuck to tha party, so last night I decided to play a silly game on Twitter while I waited for that big, sparkly ball to drop. Some friends joined in. I think I got more creative the more I drank. Here’s a recap in all it’s glory. Happy 2013.
Taylor Swift - Red
Fully decorated party at a friend’s house, lots of flirty glances and super innocent midnight...
December 2012
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The Producer Puzzle: A Q&A with Shag
Ben Garside, the young beatmaker of those jazz-splashed, hip hop & soul creations I’ve been returning to all year long, just dropped his last tape of the year, 1992, and as always, I’m intrigued.What fascinates me about Ben’s tracks is his ability it reinvent, and in the process revive an interest in sounds. Stitched together sentiments from preceding golden eras melt through...
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WatchDreams Black Hole City + Freak This (Videos)
2012 has been good for Jesse Pimenta, aka Dreams. I’ve been following Dreams since his fantastic 2011 Absent Fever release, Feelings 4 U. Since then Pimenta’s had his track ‘Bloodsport’ featured on Rustie’s BBC Essential Mix, dropped a handful of singles, including, ‘Don’t Care About Her’ played Boiler...
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