New Rubs, New Mixes, Fresh Ish Period

First off is a re-rub of a Peo de Pitte original tune.  I really dig the arrangement of both the original and re-rub and how Raj stays dominantly true to the intended feel of the original instead of completely taking his own take on it while kicking up the tempo at bit too.  Consistently good re-rubs from Raj coming steadily makes him one to watch.  Links to the original tune, the rub, and Raj's latest mix below.

PEO DE PITTE - BERLUSCONI - OUT NOW by peodepitte

Peo De Pitte - Berlusconi (Raj Marathe Rerub) by rajmarathe

Raj Marathe - July 2011 Promo Mix by rajmarathe

Next up Kwerk is back at it with grinder of a remix of Manila Sound and a bangin' Wolfgang Gartner remix as well.  Manila sound stays in the groove just right with the quirky lead synth and grinding subs, right up my alley.  Lovin' the vocal samples throughout, and the build is just right too.  Don't sleep on this release when it drops on Kick It!  Next the WG remix is off the hook!  Really dig the switch in the drums from breaks to dubstep alternating every couple bars, it hits the spot right on.  Definitely going to be dropping this at my next gig.  Check out more from Kwerk on the regular, he's a busy guy on the production end.

Silverfilter - "Manila Sound" - KWeRK Remix (pre-master clip) **Forthcoming on Kick It Recordings** by KWeRK

Mark Knight & Wolfgang Gartner - Conscindo - KWeRK ReRub (**Free 320 D/L**) by KWeRK

Coming full speed as usual is Elite Force's new taster of Captain America.  It's a driving breaks track that will take you through the darkest swamps leaving you a sweaty mobbed out fool.  Luda's vocals even make a cameo appearance getting it right in time.  All in all a truly sick track.

Elite Force - Captain America (128k TASTER) by Elite Force

Here's a killer breaks/dubstep mix by a good friend of mine from the Dayton, OH area relocated to L.A.  His track selection is great as well as super clean mixing.  If you're on the left coast and see DJ Sprocket on the lineup make sure to head out and have a listen, guarantee you won't be able to stand still.

 They're Breaks Bitch Vol. 4 [D/L Link In Info] by DJ Sprocket

DJ Assault vocals hit it right every time...even though it's just a preview make sure to have a listen.  Rat Records is always bringing some heavy 808 bass to get you shakin' it.  Viro and Rob Analyze bring it right up on a silver booty laiden platter.

Dj Assalut - Gimme A Piece - Viro & Rob Analyze Remix Clip by Viro & Rob Analyze

On the opposite end of the spectrum, if you don't want to absolutely dance your pants off and need a bit of a chill moment, Kouncilhouse delivers.  Scarlett Quinn's vocals are stunning and the instrumental matches.  The ethereal feeling throughout really puts emphasis on the main focus of the tune, the vocals. I'm sure we'll be hearing a lot more of Scarlett soon enough so stay on the lookout!

Kouncilhouse Feat Scarlett Quinn - Hurricane - Original Mix (Preview) by kouncilhouse

Step Your Fresh Up Fridays - Soul with a Broken Beat

A.Skillz the master of the wheels of steel finally released his nu funk remix of California Soul.  I first heard this on his Annie Nightengale mixThe vocals of the motown days really cut through me every time.  The bouncy lead hits a natural groove that pairs perfectly with the soulful vibes of Marlena Shaw and the original tune.  I first heard this in his Beats Working Vol 1 mix and I've been waiting for it ever since.  A true master of flexin' the funk, A.Skillz is heading across the globe with his signature sound.

California soul (A.Skillz Remix) by A.Skillz

Kwerk from London, UK is killin' it here with his newest breaks work in progress Rock It Like This. Not only a funky stuttered arrangement of b-boy samples but a meat grinder of a bassline synth keeping your feet right on track.  I really enjoy the first breakdown as well, not just a standard windup, but rather a little old school ravey bit to the drop.  Keep a lookout for big things from Kwerk and the UK breaks scene, it's the raw business. Just a little added taste of Kwerk is his remix of Paloma Faith - New York. Really dig the vibes he's putting down and I think you will too.

KWeRK - Rock It Like This (WIP demo) by KWeRK

Paloma Faith - New York (KWeRK Re-Rub) by KWeRK

Don't bother tellin' them that drum machine ain't got no soul...On the indie tip DJ Icey is rockin' it steady with the funk as usual.  His latest is a remix of The Limousines is a true danceable indie killer that hits the spot just right.  Summer vibes is definitely what this one is about...well, that and drum machines and disco balls.  Have a listen, cop the download, and bang out this weekend.

Internet Killed The Video Star (DJ Icey Remix) by DJ Icey