LISTEN: Kasper Bjørke – Deep Is The Breath
Every now and then I come across a gem from out of the blue, and this is definitely a keeper. Kasper Bjørke is a Danish DJ/producer who has done remixes for the likes of Moby, Trentemøller and The Ting Tings. He also happens to look like Erlend Øye’s doppelganger. His latest single “Deep Is The Breath” is a fantastic pastiche of ’80s synth-pop in the veins of Human League, down to the male/female “call and response” -styled vocals handled by Jacob Bellens and Emma Acs. The melodies sound odd at first, but will eventually worm their way in. It’s retro-minded pop done so well, it could have easily come out 30 years ago and become a hit. Sweet one.
STREAM: Kasper Bjørke – Deep Is The Breath (with Jacob Bellens & Emma Acs)
There’s a music video too but it’s quite boring, unfortunately.
Kasper Bjørke’s new album “Fool” is out now worldwide. Buy it on iTunes.
More on Kasper.
NEW VIDEO: Florrie – Shot You Down
British DIY popstrel Florrie recently unveiled a music video for the best cut off her new Late EP , “Shot You Down”. The black-and-white affair is simple but stunning, featuring Florrie doing what she does best: singing, drumming, and looking gorgeous. Triple threat, as one would say. For me the song itself epitomises the Florrie sound – built on repetition and progression, somewhere in between club remixes and not quite fully fledged pop songs, but still insanely catchy and meticulously produced. As “Late” is her last self-released EP, I can’t wait to see which major label she will sign to, and what she has in store for us. And let’s not forget about that much-teased Annie duet! It’s exciting times to be a Florrie fan, and it’s not too late to join the club!
STREAM: Florrie – Shot You Down
LISTEN: Fallulah – He’ll Break Up With You When Summer Comes
Danish songstress Fallulah is back with a brand new track, “He’ll Break Up With You When Summer Comes”. It’s a beautifully arranged, delicate alt-folk-pop number, with Fallulah delivering some choice words to Mr. Ex in the bridge in a rather calm manner. She makes summer postbreakup sound like a picnic by the lake, which is how it should be.
You can download the track for free here in return for your email address.
Here’s a lovely outdoor live performance for your viewing pleasure.
And while her new album isn’t coming out until 2013, us Americans can finally get a hold of her debut, as “The Black Cat Neighbourhood” is set to drop on August 21 on MBM Records, with fall tour dates to follow. I’d love to see her when she stops by New York!
NEW SINGLE: Lianne La Havas – Is Your Love Big Enough?
British singer/songwriter Lianne La Havas will finally release her debut album “Is Your Love Big Enough?” on July 9 in the UK, and on August 6 in the US via Nonesuch Records. The title track will serve as the lead single here in America, and it’s an upbeat one akin to “Forget”, showing her versatility aside from her pretty acoustic ballad ones. “Is your love big enough for what’s to come?”, she sings, like it’s both a challenge, a come-on, and a warning. I’m not still not sure whether she sings “Ice cream on second avenue” or “I scream”, but the latter gives a slight curve to the sentiment. Download the track below, and watch the video if you fancy a look at what it’s like to be on tour with Lianne.
Pre-order the album (UK).
Buy the single (US).
More on Lianne.
REMIXED: Lana Del Rey’s “National Anthem” Remixed By Todd Terry, Afterlife
Would you like some new Lana Del Rey remixes while we’re all patiently waiting for the “National Anthem” video to drop? The legendary Todd Terry delivers a splendid rework for the summer nights, while Afterlife opts for the afterhours chillout/lounge treatment, which I’m surprised hadn’t been done before. The 4th single from “Born To Die” will be released July 8 in the UK.
STREAM: Lana Del Rey – National Anthem (Todd Terry Radio Remix)
STREAM: Lana Del Rey – National Anthem (Afterlife Remix)
And if you’ve got 35 minutes to spare, her beautiful Hackney Weekend set is watchable in its entirety here.
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