[PREMIERE] TIM ATLAS - COUNTERFEIT

Master of vintage vibes and soulful swag, the one and only Tim Atlas is back with a new tune just as he prepares to embark on his All Talk! Summer Tour, and we’re excited to have the honor of premiering it for you today on this lovely New Music Friday. 

Clocking in at just under three minutes, “Counterfeit” is a short and sweet slice of classic Tim Atlas grooviness. Replete with a sassy bass line, plenty of cowbell, sexy synths, and cheeky gang vocals for good measure—it’s a bouncy toe tapper that’ll have you moving without even realizing it. Tim’s soft and subdued vocals glide above the 80’s rock drums, nostalgic synths and jazzy guitar and bass licks. Like most of Atlas’ music, it transports you back to an earlier era while maintaining an air of contemporary electro-funk of which the likes of Chromeo or Cherub would likely be fans. 

Speaking about the track, Tim said:
"We're all guilty of indulging in something when we know we shouldn’t. But we do it anyway because we’re human and we often choose that feeling over what actually makes sense."

Catch Tim Atlas on tour in a city near you
JUN 17 Bottom Of the Hill - San Francisco, CA
JUN 20 The Peppermint Club - Los Angeles, CA
JUN 21 Beat Kitchen - Chicago, IL
JUN 23 The Barbary - Philadelphia, PA
JUN 27 Rockwood Music Hall - New York, NY
JUN 29 Middle East - Cambridge, MA

KING DECO - READ MY LIPS

Well it hasn't taken very long for Jordanian born King Deco to be making all sorts of moves. Her newest single "Read My Lips" has already been getting quite a bit of buzz and certainly for a reason. Her infectious vocals pair perfectly with the upbeat pop production encapsulating the instrumental. I waited until today to post this record because I thought it would be perfect for that weekend vibe. The sun soaked single uses a groovin' bass line, sporadic guitar and dreamy electronics to create a synthpop anthem worthy of every pre-game playlist. Ohh and you can download this new single for free right here.

FLOR - UNSAID (INSTANT KARMA REMIX)

The vibrant ladies of LA via London's Instant Karma have put out an awesome feel good record with this remix of Flor's amazing tune "Unsaid." The vibes emanating from this upbeat tune have got me smiling like a kid at the zoo. The chorus features an asian/tropical like plucked melody that works perfectly with the acoustic guitar and vocals. This is the second song I've supported from the ladies, and I'm positive there's much more gold to come. Grab this free download here.

RÜFÜS DU SOL - SAY A PRAYER FOR ME + NEW LP JAN. 22

Ahh another Tuesday, another exciting batch of new releases. We're going to start today off with our favorite Aussie trio Rüfüs Du Sol who have not only released another incredible single "Say A Prayer For Me" but has also announced the release of their new LP entitled "Bloom" due out January 22nd on Odesza's already impressive label Foreign Family Collective. "Say A Prayer For Me" will accompany "Like An Animal," and "You Were Wrong," on the LP both singles that have already gotten tons of airplay internationally this fall. With a full slate of tour dates ahead well, I think it's safe to say the guys are already taking 2016 by storm. 

THE BUZZZ BOX PLAYLIST - JANUARY 11

It's a sad day in the music industry ... we are all mourning the death of David Bowie!  An artist who brought so much inspiration to all of our lives .... he will be greatly missed! This weeks Buzzz Box is dedicated to this legend who helped shape my love and passion for music.  RIP!  

CRYWOLF - CATACLASM

THIS THO!  For weeks I have been talking about Los Angeles indie electronic legend Crywolf, swooning in circles over his brilliance.  Someone in the industry once told me that when I really like something, it's liking on the next level.  Maybe I am not afraid to show my passion for music and artists I really love.  Everyone who knows me has seen what a nerd I am - working in this industry or not, I hope I never lose that part of my personality.  And talk about nerding out, Crywolf is my main squeeze riiiight now!  Last week he released new full length record Cataclasm for an outpouring of symphonic pleasure that is definitely .... next level!  I can't stop I won't stop with this one - each track is brilliant.  Grab your headphones and hold on, because there are so many beautiful moments and radiant surprises layered throughout this journey, Crywolf has just set the bar!  I have included "The Hunger In Your Haunt" above, however you can stream the full album, and I know you will want to purchase this masterpiece via iTunes HERE!  

SATCHMODE - FURTHER AWAY

Ok I'm fully coming to terms with the fact that I'm totally loving all the 80's revival tracks that are coming out right now. Tracks like this one "Further Away" by LA's Satchmode has such a magical retro feel to it, not to mention the total earworm hook and velvet like production. Utilizing warm arpeggiated synths, the Phil Collins big tom fills, and a classic sounding distorted synth solo at the second dance chorus, this track hits the Top Gun vibes spot on. Oh and it fades out at the end ha ha, something I've noticed songs don't really do anymore. 

LOFRAMES - GET REAL (CAN'T TOUCH YOUR LOVE)

A friend of mine shared this track on his facebook page, and this person is an amazing producer so I figured I would give it a listen, because if he's sharing, it must be good!!  BOOM!!  Just found my new favorite track of the week!!  Loframes dropped this synth pop dance gem "Get Real (Can't Touch Your Love) and it's the best ever!!  Check it out for yourself kids - good shit! 

SWISS LIPS - BOOKS

Manchester based elctro-pop band Swiss Lips release another banger with their newest single "Books." Its an anthem about being young and burning down everything and starting over. The 80s elctro inspired single will land on the band's long overdue self-titled LP, which is set to be released in March.