Remixes provide many opportunities for musicians beyond simply twisting around someone else's song. Rising stars can gain a foothold by remixing a better known artist, and established artists can flex their creativity outside the bounds of their current fame.
Since I already wrote about one of my favorite remixes of the year, I was forced to dig for another to include on this list. I was more than happy to call up this remix of "The Socialites" by Dirty Projectors. Joe Goddard, of Hot Chip, spins the dream-like original into a more focused and introspective sounding piece. Amber Coffman's angelic vocals remain untouched; Goddard is wisely aware that they can thrive in any setting. He takes great care to gently use an already great track to form another beautiful song.
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As a side note, we were saddened to learn today about the confirmed passing of Belgian singer The Child Of Lov. He released his excellent self titled debut earlier this year under an imprint of Dirty Projector's Domino Records. Take a listen to a couple of his songs below.
As a side note, we were saddened to learn today about the confirmed passing of Belgian singer The Child Of Lov. He released his excellent self titled debut earlier this year under an imprint of Dirty Projector's Domino Records. Take a listen to a couple of his songs below.
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