Skrillex Takes Over

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Skrillex Moves Forward :

One of the fasted upcoming artists today in the electronic dance music scene happens to be taking the world by storm overnight. He literally didn’t exist and then put out his first EP and was signed through Deadmau5 upon release. Scary Monster’s and Sprites on the label Mau5trap by none other then SKRILLEX has taken every slot on beatport’s top ten. That was groundbreaking for beatport, the first time seen for an artist to hold every slot, number one, two, three, and so on! Also the fact that it was a brand new name that literally just put out his first album, we as music fans tend to do a double take. Prior to becoming the infamous Skrillex also known as Sonny Moore, he was the front man for a scream-o band in his teens called, “From First to Last.” This band was unique to say the last but I think we all agree, “that any move away from singing about topics like body dysmorphia and overwrought relationship drama is a step up. At the age of 21 Skrillex is a pop icon helping the new genre known as “dub-step” reach amazing heights from a multi-genre influence, nearly taking EDM to a commercial level with a close to demonic sound. Some argue that the elements of hip-hop found in dub-step genre’s such as Skrillex help this new genre push into the mainstream. Skrillex held the headlining slot for the legendary Ultra Music Fest this past March and continues to step in and step up to mold a new genre out of what once was dub-step to a fusion of rock, house, dub-step, and so much more! If you haven't heard of him, take a listen! It's not the usual rock and roll or electronic techno sounds your use too! If you already know dub-step and Skrillex then it should be no surprise that he's touring the world in style as a new pop icon for youth today! Attached is one of his more popular tunes, and if you are really curious about the scream-o sound then take a listen to the last video. It's probably still embarrassing for you Sonny Moore to look back at! But with tour dates filling up, and new remixes being pumped out for pop stars and Rocks stars such as Lady Ga Ga and White Zombie, the sky is the limit for our new young rock an roller!

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"FROM FIRST TO LAST" - Sonny Moore a.k.a. Front Man known now as Skrillex

In the News... NextAid lends a hand

There is a Los Angelas based company known as NextAid, which harnesses the unique power of music to support sustainable development in Africa. They are set to return for their eighth consecutive year at Winter Music Conference to bring together conscious artists to inspire social action together. This Wednesday NextAid partners up at WMC with, Rootz media, Media Services NYC, and Fusicology to present to you, IGNITE. Official badge holders are welcome to attend, others need to purchase tickets before they sell out. IGNITE is an exclusive event on March 21st 2012 taking place at Red South Beach Hotel from 5pm-11pm and the line up is extensive!

Also NextAid has partnered up with Winter Music Conference on a grand scale. All event tickets that are purchased online for all WMC events using "wanttickets.com" have the option at check out to donate one dollar to NextAid. Ticket buyers may not notice such a small number of giving really adds up when there is 100,000 people attending and purchasing multiple tickets for multiple events. If we all donated think of what that would do? This project specifically is benefiting Nairobi, in South Africa.

What is Winter Music Conference all about?

 

So what is Winter Music Conference all about anyway?
What is WMC? This week is the kick off to one of the most monumental events in the music industry for electronic music. If you are a follower of "electronic dance music" (EDM) then you must know about Winter Music Conference! WMC happens annually ever March in South Beach, Miami. This year marks the 27th consecutive year! "WMC attracts thousands of artists from 70 countries and over 100,000 event attendees each year for a concentrated schedule of more then 400 events, parties, seminars, and workshops" (wintermusicconference.com). This event gets global sponsoring and has hotels and near by establishments planning ahead to be on their "A" game for the massive rush. The clientele that conference brings is not the usual spread either! It's a mix of young professionals, press, industry heads, record labels, and fans all intermingling in crowds at hotel parties, beach parties, pool events, seminars, etc. The international ratio is heavy for this specific week draws in travelers from across the globe in large numbers. You may see royalty from another country or your favorite film stars in town and other upper class moguls because of the South Beach luxuries along with the glam of the music industry professionals. It's a unique blend of music, sun, attractive people, and networking possibilities. I'm sure after reading this blog you know I'm a major fan and will be attending as usual!I plan to be at the NextAid event mid day on Wednesday March 21st, and benefits will be raised to go to Africa from the party. Most of the talent come Wednesday will be New York and Chicago artists whom I connect with. Good people and good energy at this show. Officially the conference began today, even though parties started last Wednesday. After the kick off event today there will be panels all evening and again into the morning. Registering for a badge is now closed, and record labels flying you out usually get crews in on Tuesday. If your reading this blog and would like to attend you may be closing towards the deadlines!

Phil Weeks - Raw Instrumental LP - Rob Soul Recordings [RBLP03]


: : Phil Weeks is no rookie when it comes to programing a dance floor! He continues to utilize the less is more method! This LP goes from a abstract deep lounge feel to more funky flared house in the usual Phil weeks format. The tune "Family Tree" has layered percussion in a detroit techno vibe. "Don't give up" has crisp high hats and a disco element to it."Pimpin 4 weeks, Oh Yea, and Disco Fever" has a quirky vocal loops. His layouts are more simple, but simple is effective and this LP is all instrumentals. Great for dj's that want to work their mixes and lay more on! Weeks is known for a particular sound of deep and funky, with those usual crispy highs! Rob Soul rarely puts out anything not worth picking up so this album can be found on juno or beatport.

Artist : Phil Weeks
Title : Raw Instrumental LP
Label : Rob Soul Recordings
Release Date : 03/09/2012
Source : Web

01.Opener (Instrumental Mix) 2:09
02.Walking In The Dark (Instrumental Mix) 8:02
03.Come To Me (Instrumental Mix) 6:24
04.The One (Instrumental Mix) 7:03
05.Dirty Groove (Instrumental Mix) 6:07
06.Pimpin 4 Weeks (Instrumental Mix) 7:14
07.Half Time (Instrumental Mix) 2:29
08.Dont Give Up (Instrumental Mix) 5:46
09.Family Tree (Instrumental Mix) 5:38
10.Oh Yeah (Instrumental Mix) 3:04
11.Disco Fever (Instrumental Mix) 6:18
12.On Da Raw (Instrumental Mix) 5:57
13.Do That Dance (Instrumental Mix) 3:11
14.Closer (Instrumental Mix) 1:34