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This first track is some great aussie type indie-electro. As long as you actually don't live under a rock and like Cut Copy, then, you will dig this shit like a dog burying a bone.

Strange Talk - Climbing Walls

On deck we have some catchy untz to get you through your midweek. Don't worry, it's not your speakers fading, it's the song. This tune is Swedish gold.

Loredana - Rain Rain (Endiamonds Remix)

I saw this jam on vacay vitamins while researching the Ultra Music fest controversy. I don't even know what the hell the woman is saying. She literally might be rambling about Herpes. Either way, I like this song.

Vex Music - Electro Skank

This next song is a little offbeat. The Good Natured score with "Be My Animal." It feels like indie, pop, and reggaeton all rolled into one. Take a listen and let me know what you think.

The Good Natured - Be My Animal

It's been what seems like forever since I've heard a Metric remix worth posting. Finally, Glasnost has given me a much needed dose of some synthed-up Emily Haines. If you ever have a chance to see Metric live please go, you won't be disappointed.

Metric - Gold Guns Girls (Glasnost Remix)

BONUS:

For newbies unfamiliar with Inna check out some videos on youtube. She's super hot. If you like Stereo Love then this is right up your alley.

Inna - Deja Vu

I Am Thankful for Old Friends, Fried Turkey, Synthesizers, and Kanye West

Title says it all. This past Thanksgiving weekend was one of the best yet. Not only did my family and I whip up a food network worthy feast (see fried turkey above), but I got to spend the holiday with Master of the Untziverse, Mr. Smooth, and our 50 or so other best friends in our favorite place in the world. These tracks were a huge part of our evening successes and failures, so please listen carefully.

Finally. Awesome new Cut Copy. There was a wonderful moment at about 3:45 am on Wednesday night when Mr. Smooth was standing next to the radio from which this song was playing. Sobriety in question, he swayed and proclaimed with amazement, "This is fuckin' great." When I told him it was Cut Copy, he looked at me as if joy washed over him, in an awesome wave.

Cut Copy - Take Me Over

I love Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti, and this remix totally cuts any of their weirdness (for better or for worse) and makes it an anthem. It takes a little over a minute for the song to really get going, but be patient and let your head nod. Apologies, was unable to upload this one to fileden, so mediafire it is.

Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti - Round and Round (Little Loud Remix)

This song is so damn sexy. It is a perfect slow jam for people to let their groove flow. Also, works well if you have eaten too much turkey and can't move no good.

Destroyer - Chinatown

This song may have been the biggest hit of the weekend. I owe full credit on this one to a person that means a lot to me. For now, we'll call her T. I am a huge Gucci Mane fan and Brenton Duvall just stomps this remix, turning it to an instant latenight classic. You feel as though you've heard it 1,000 times on your first listen, but in the best way possible. Same deal here with fileden, so you'll have to download through mediafire. TRUST ME, it's worth the download.

Gucci Mane - That's All (Brenton Duvall Remix)

Kanye's new album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy had a huge impact on the weekend. Unfortunately, we can't post free Kanye songs because he will get super mad and maybe get all dark and twisted on us. That being said, the album is freakin' amazing and so is his 35 minute long, MJ'esque super music video, entitled "Runaway". I am personally obsessed with this video and am thankful that Kanye made it. I hope you like it too.

Hip - Hop – O – Potamus

See! Big corporations aren't that bad. Coke a Cola found something creative to do with all of the left over crates shipped to the world cup. My Grandmother always said something beautiful can come from something ordinary.

I have gotten a few “that song is so sick” comments about the Jay Z remix of “Hello Brooklyn” i posted. If you have yet to scope out that radical tune see the link above.

In response to this wonderful outpouring of emotion I thought I would hit you with a few more hip-hop remixes. There is no doubt that the Untz group loves great lyricists and groovy beats, and these three remixes should make your day.

You’ll notice that two of these tracks are remixed by the DJ set Vodka and Milk. Besides reminding me of my Grandaddy’s breakfast drink, their style is airy and energetic.

Jay Z and JD - Money ain't a thang (vodka and milk remix)

Tupac - Do it for love (Vodka and Milk Remix)

Brenton Duvall - (Tupac and Gary Jules) - Against a Mad World


Enjoy these jams and have a great holiday.


Master of the Untz

Failed Novelist

I thought the Whitest Boy alive was on their on in the realm of electro funk, but the group Failed Novelist has ventured into their territory with a few choice singles. Their sound has a glossy 70s feel that fits well for those after hours parties where you lose all the cares in the world.

Pay close attention to their subtle use of synthesizers and clean guitar riffs.

I’ll be keeping tabs on more of their stuff to come, but for now check out these two very fine songs.

Failed Novelist – Love Like a Knife

Failed Novelist – Tangled

Bonus

I missed out on Fool’s Gold in Central Park this summer, but I am hoping to see them live some time soon. This Memory Tapes remix of Nadine has three very separate movements. It is quite an excellent listen.

Fools Gold – Nadine (Memory Tapes Remix)

Have a good one homies,


M. Untz

Beirut Steps Out

As the weather cuts to a chill, I have been delving into the Santa Fe based group Beirut. Their signature sound has sort of traditional eastern European flair to it. They showcase big horns and produce some indie polka typed jams.

They released a double EP in 2009, which is a large departure from their original style. The EP is inspired by lead singer Zach Condon’s trips to Oaxaca, Mexico and various parts of Europe.

The second EP of the two named Holland is an experiment with electro pop. The tracks feature dreamy synthesizers, horns, and David Byrne like lyrics.

It is so different from their typical sound; I thought I would share two of the better licks.

Beirut – My Night with the Prostitute from Marseille

Beirut – Venice

And the more traditional but still great

Beirut - Nantes

Enjoy!

M.Untz

Gimme That Beat

It's wine season. The fall parties are just about to start bumping with Halloween, various homecomings and other boozy adventures so it's time for some music with a little oomph behind it. Get your dancin' shoes, girl, cause we gonna boogie. Oh, and this week will feature a drink pairing for each song, so please stock your bar.

In Italy, locals tend to start off with an Appertivo, a light, yet boozy cocktail to allow one's hunger for food, love, life and more booze to grow with ease. Start your night off with a Spritz and this tasty track from Maximum Balloon featuring the sultry yet punch-you-in-the-face vocals of Karen O of Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

Maximum Balloon / Karen O - Communion

Spritz

2 oz. Prosecco

1.5 oz. Aperol

Splash of soda water

In a rocks or wine glass, over ice, pour the Prosecco, followed by the club soda and finally the Aperol. Garnish with an orange slice.

Next, it's time for the donkey punch. That one thing that will kick you in your ass and rocket your night into oblivion. The drink is the Sbagliato and the song is this powerful, raw and hardcore song from Kanye West and Bon Iver (yes, that Bon Iver, from Wisconsin...not to mention a very intense sample of Gil Scott Heron's Comment #1). These should get your blood pumping.

Kanye West (feat. Bon Iver) - Lost In the World (link removed by request)

Sbagliato (also known as the Boulevardier)

1.5 oz. Bourbon

1 oz. Campari

1 oz. Sweet vermouth

Mix all three ingredients over ice in a rocks glass, garnish with an orange slice, and melt. This delight was introduced to me by my buddy Josh Rich who spent some time living in Bologna, where this drink is very popular. Sweet, bitter and boozy, these are dangerous.

Now the party has started and its time to get those ladies dancing. If said ladies happen to be adorning pearl earrings, Lily Pulitzer dresses and drinking PG Rocks, then they will most likely love this song. Sampling the WASP-Indie group, Tennis, G-Eazy spits some hilarious lyrics describing a relationship with a little preppy hunny.

G-Eazy - Waspy (feat. Tennis)

PG Rocks

Pinot Grigio

Ice

Fill a highball tumbler to the brim with ice. Then top with Pinot Grigio. It's not a drink, it's a lifestyle.

Now that everyone is well lubricated, a slow jam is in order. Groove your body to this sexy cover of Dirty Projectors' "Stillness is the Move", performed by Solange, the younger sister of Beyonce Knowles. Kick back and warm up to this jam with a with a fall favorite of mine that I like to call Apple Crisp.

Solange - Stillness is the Move (Dirty Projectors Cover)

Apple Crisp

3 oz. Bourbon

1.5 oz. Apple Cider

Ground Nutmeg

Cinnamon Stick

Pour bourbon and cider in a low ball glass full of ice. Stir with a cinnamon stick and grind fresh nutmeg on top. Fall in a glass.

A classic always brings the house down in the wee hours of the morning. This song has been one of my favorites ever since I first heard when I was 11. It is infectious and people can't resist singing every word. Throw back a classic beverage to match and you're feelin' fine.

Mariah Carey - Always Be My Baby (link removed by request)

Budweiser

1 Can

Open. Consume. Live.

Fire Proof

I had the fortune to check out a very slick music venue in Brooklyn last night. Fireproof in Bushwick plays host to a range of up and coming artists from all walks of creativity. They have an outdoor space for performances and an indoor spot for art displays and more intimate shows. I was able to catch up with my friends from Red Wire Black Wire as they finished up their CMJ power tour of half a dozen shows in New York over the span of a few days.

While I was jamming out with them I got to see several new bands including Neighbors. They have a huge group and covered one of my favorite Talking Heads songs. They are definitively a big party while on stage, and I certainly appreciated this very much. They are worth a listen and I thought I would kick you to their myspace page to check it out.

Neighbors

After hitting it pretty hard, I needed some slick tunes to mellow out with. Vetiver is an American group who has a laid back and quirky style. Their music seems strongly influenced by Elvis Costello. Take a listen and I am sure you will be pleased! Check out the Neighbors remix for a good time.

Vetiver – Another Reason to Go

Vetiver – More of this (Neighbors Remix)

Viva la Indietronic

M. Untz