Animal Friend - Glorious (Anthony Mansfield Remix) [Green Gorilla Lounge]

San Francisco's dance music veteran Anthony Mansfield brings his psychedelic touch to Animal Friend's "Glorious" in a remix that transforms the indie-electronic original into a hypnotic dancefloor expedition. The remix skillfully preserves Kazuko Anne Kimura's ethereal vocals while wrapping them in layers of rich, cosmic synthesizers and pulsating rhythms.

Mansfield, whose musical journey began with the legendary Wicked Crew's full moon parties, demonstrates his decades of experience behind the decks in this carefully crafted revision. "I wanted to create something that would work equally well at 4 AM in a sweaty warehouse or during sunset at Burning Man," Mansfield explains. His remix accomplishes exactly that, maintaining the emotional core of Animal Friend's original while expanding its horizons into deeper, more psychedelic territory. The result is a sophisticated piece of dance music that bridges the gap between indie sensibilities and club culture. Dive in!

DJ Three (Hallucienda) – “Both mixes are very well done and in the crate.”
Jon Fugler (Fluke) – “A fine slice of late night loveliness.”
Chris Todd (Crazy P) – “Great stuff, both the Original and Anthony’s remix.”
Ket Shah (Mucho Soul) – “The Original and Remix are great Pieces of Electronica.”
Marcia Carr (Mi-Soul Radio) – “Some swell indie Dance, with a catchy hook - nice!”
Bill Brewster (Ministry Of Sound Radio) – “Really feeling Anthony's mix, nice combo of power and depth.”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Traxsource, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Animal Friend - Stokin (Green Gorilla Lounge)

Animal Friend's "Stokin" takes on new dimensions in the hands of San Francisco production duo Sleight of Hands, who transform the original's indie-disco framework into something altogether more expansive. This remix package, released via Green Gorilla Lounge, showcases the source material's strength and the remixers' deft touch at reconstruction.

The Sleight of Hands remix maintains Kazuko Anne Kimura's haunting vocals while building new sound architectures beneath. The duo's production style shines through in the careful layering of breaks and house rhythms, creating dance floor momentum without sacrificing the original's psychedelic undertones.

What's particularly striking is how the remix honors Animal Friend's evolution from an 80s-inspired rock outfit to electronic innovators. The original mix, included in the package, provides context for this transformation and highlights how Kimura and Jasper Speicher have developed their distinctive voices in San Francisco's electronic music landscape.

Jon Wesley (Insomniac) – “I love the Slight of Hands remix. It reminds me of Plastic Dreams a bit. Love the vocal too. Great San Francisco-style house.”
Juan Moreno (Neo Ouija) – “Nice. Perfect track for the night.”
Luis Machuca (Friskybeat Records) – “New funky wave vibes.”
Ket Shah (Mucho Soul) – “The Original Mix is a Strong Dancefloor tool.”
DJ Morpheus (Lysergic Factory Radio Show) – “Excellent track and remix by Sleight of Hands! I dig it very much.”
Simon Kirk (Proton Radio) – “This is pure class. Stokin original mix is my fav, the punk influenced vocal against that backdrop of bass, keys and swirling pads! 10/10.”

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Rose Rose - Sky Queen (Night Version) [Neville Street Music]

French-British duo Rose Rose has taken their signature disco-pop sound to new heights with the release of "Sky Queen (Night Version)," a mesmerizing live rendition captured at the iconic Rock En Seine festival in 2023. This electrifying single showcases the band's versatility as they seamlessly weave electronic elements into their traditionally disco-oriented repertoire.

"Sky Queen (Night Version)" is a pulsating anthem crafted specifically for the night and the dancefloor. Rose Rose transforms the original track, shedding its daytime vibes in favor of a darker, quicker, and more energetic electronic facet. From the opening notes, the track captivates with its catchy male vocals and layered tuneful harmonies. As the song progresses, warm pads and a touch of '80s dance-pop nostalgia add depth to the soundscape. The result is a sophisticated and optimistic fusion that will leave listeners ready to dance the night away.

With "Sky Queen (Night Version)," Rose Rose invites listeners to embrace the night, let loose on the dancefloor, and revel in the joy of music that moves the soul. Don't miss out on this electrifying single that solidifies Rose Rose's position as innovators in the disco-electronic scene.

Juan Moreno (1 Life Records) – “I love this track. Perfect for the warmup!”
Richard Hardcastle (Solid State) – “This is brilliant!”
Jon Wesley (Music Goes On Radion Show) – “Love it. Love the Vocal and the music.”
Jeannie Hopper (WBAI FM NYC) – “Love this vibe! Lush and uplifting.”
DJ Nelson (Power FM) – “This is very catchy, I dig it.”
Ben Nason (KSVR FM) – “Excellent, groovy, old school vibe with the Night Version.”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Mural - Shake It Up EP (New Human Music)

Erik Brown, also known as as graphic artist FRISK, unveils the moniker Mural and catapults onto the electronic music stage with his latest creation, the Shake It Up EP, released under the innovative new label New Human Music. Brown, a mainstay in the San Francisco music scene has been dazzling the Bay Area with underground DJ sets since the early 2000s. His unique ability to weave intricate grooves using an arsenal of gear is evident in this latest offering. As he prepares to relocate his studio to Thailand in 2024, his impressive discography continues to expand with this new venture into New Human Music's revolutionary ethos.

The EP, a succinct yet impactful trio of tracks, kicks off with "Shake It Up," a robust house music anthem designed for an energized underground. It's a masterful blend of crisp rhythms, pulsating synthesizers, ethereal string pads, and vibrant vocal stabs that create an irresistible auditory invitation. Following this is "Shake and Dub," a more minimalist dub version of its predecessor. This track strips back the layers to spotlight rhythmic drums, a groove-laden bassline, and '80s-flavored synth tones and effects. And then“Love Will Find A Way” combines Moroder-ized synth patterns with an uplifting vocal hook. Together, these songs exemplify Mural's prowess in crafting tunes that resonate with the eclectic and dynamic spirit of New Human Music, a label that celebrates artistic transformation and the seamless fusion of genres like New Techno, Retro Disco, and House Music.

Jon Fugler (Fluke) – “I absolutely love this. Every track is a gem.”
Juan Moreno (1 Life Records) – “Nice track, perfect for the sun.”
Ewan Pearson (Kompakt) – “I’m liking both of these tracks a lot.”
Jon Wesley (Insomniac) – “Great tunes. I like them all. Shake It Up really works, can’t wait to play it.”
Brian Busto (Serious Soul) – “Shake It Up is fire. Will be playing this one a lot.”
Steve ‘Griffo’ Griffiths (Fluid Radio Shows) – “A very groovy EP! Shake and Dub is the one for me.”

Available Now From: Traxsource, Juno Download, Apple Music, And Spotify.