Kamp!- Parallels (EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE)

"Parallels"featured on the latest EP by "Kamp!," is a marvel that is yet to be uncovered. The song blends elements of 80's synth and chill-wave to create a subtle, yet captivating sound. Kamp! manages to do it yet again, with another hit single, that will leave it's listeners coming back for more!

Check out the artist on SoundCloud! 

Beat Club- If I Don't Hafta (Exclusive Track Premiere!)

"Beat Club," the Sydney based electro- funk band, is no new-comer to Disco Unchained..Their groovy single, "Body Heat" was premiered on the site last week for it's outstanding vocals, and fun 80's beat.   Released around the same time as their previously featured single, "If I Don't Hafta" is the perfect melody for all you 80's kids out there. 

Follow the band HERE!

Knits- Get Down (Track Premiere)

The latest single, "Get Down" produced by Stockholm- based electronic band, "Knits" completely took the crew here at Disco Unchained by storm! The track touches on an array of different musical styles, including; synth pop, synth wave and dark electro. Featuring bold vocals, and a unique backing track, "Get Down" is a good way to end a long and stressful day.

Follow Knits on SoundCloud!

The Real Patrick Baker

Patrick Baker, a Nashville, TN based producer and vocalist first gained his popularity roughly a year ago, through his numerous collaborations with many renowned artists including; Russian producer, 5 Reasons, and German electro-disco producer, Satin Jackets. Since then, he has built a name for himself amongst fans of many different genres, and continues to craft quality lyrics and vocals, as well as produce his own music. 

Was there a turning point in your life when you discovered you wanted to be a musician? Or was it more of a gradual process? Describe for your fans, briefly, why you decided to go into the music business.

"I think for me there have been some turning points for sure, but it's been more of a gradual process.  Music definitely runs in my family.  My father played saxophone in a band and both my uncles played guitar in bands and also wrote and recorded songs in their home studios."  

"But actually hip-hop was what initially inspired to create my own music.  I remember writing my first rap one night and shortly after that I begged my parents to buy me a Yamaha keyboard for Christmas.  It had a built in sequencer so I immediately started making beats and recording rhymes over them.  A few years later I discovered rock music and became obsessed with learning to play guitar.  Eventually those two passions intersected when I put together my studio started producing.  It's taken me a while to get decent at producing though.  I've found that you really have to work at it just like learning an instrument.  "

Where do your inspirations lie? Name a few artists who inspired your music.

In terms of overall artistry Jeff Buckley is one of my all time favorite artists along with The Beatles, Prince, Beck, U2, Maxwell, and Ryan Adams.  But I'm also very inspired by newer artists like Haim, Shy Girls, FKJ, Disclosure, Mitch Murder, RAC and Oliver.

Heres an easy one; what is your favorite pizza topping? 

"Onions."

What is your favorite pastime? Apart from making music, what do you do to keep yourself entertained?

"I love finding new music.  Also, traveling, video games, reading, and Twilight Zone re-runs."

Any plans for the near future? Do you have any projects coming up? 

"I have a several collaborations that are finished and waiting for release.  At the moment I'm focusing on my own songs though.  I probably have 50+ tracks in progress and from that hopefully I'll get 5 finished songs ha ha.  I'm working on a classic new jack swing track that I may release as my next single and hoping to follow with an EP soon."

What is your favorite television show or movie? 

"Well, at the moment I'm binge watching "How I Met Your Mother".  But as far as all time favorite I'd say Twilight Zone."

Favorite alcoholic drink? 

"I'm a sucker for a good sangria.  Barring that, it's hard to beat a Corona with lime."

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Check out some of his music on SoundCloud!! 

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Like Patrick Baker on Facebook!

PS: Here's my favorite.

Lemaitre- High Tide (Oliver Nelson & Tobtok Remix)- Premiere

Ever wonder what would happen if you took three of the largest producers or artists in the Nu Disco circuit and put them to work on one marvel of a track? Well wonder no more. The Oliver Nelson and Tobtok Remix of High Tide (produced by Lemaitre) features pristine vocals and a unique yet catchy beat that will keep your feet tapping and your head shaking.

Follow Lemaitre, Oliver Nelson and Tobtok HERE, HERE, and HERE (Respectively).

GHOSTHOUSE - Carry On (Single) - Exclusive Premiere

GHOSTHOUSE released this incredible track just yesterday via Dr.Caw Recordings. The electric-funk trio has perfectly managed to capture the sound of some of Chromeo's earlier stuff. But that's an understatement, GHOSTHOUSE does Chromeo better than Chromeo. GHOSTHOUSE's music is synthesized but never synthetic, and they have not disappointed us yet. "Carry On" is a Disco Unchained summer essential,  so be sure to give it a listen!

You can follow GHOSTHOUSE here.  

Nimmo And The Gauntletts - "Others" (Joe Goddard Club Mix)

Joe Goddard brings us this wonderful remix of "Others" by Nimmo And The Gauntletts. It's very similar to the Oxford remix of "Together" by Reflex. The song includes fantastic filtered samples, interesting build ups, clever synth riffs, and overall has a very classy vibe to it.

Disco Unchained Meets John Type

Over many, many years of listening to electronic music, one tends to develop an ear for "special" tracks. By "special", we mean songs that are so uniquely done that you just can't ignore their brilliance. One such song is the "Electro Disco Mashup" that producer John Type has done. That one song (rather, that mix of songs) has moved us to the point that we absolutely had to get in touch with the artist behind it. So here it is, our chat with John Type. Remember the name, because he's going places.

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  1 ) How on Earth did you get into music? Where did it begin?
  I was lucky enough to grow up in a family where there was art and music! At the age of 4 years old my dear grandmother taught me the basics of piano, then at 12 years old I discovered the hip hop culture and I was one graffiti writer for many years, this then led me to the world of turntablism and the DJ.
  

  2 ) What are the top 3 motivating features regarding your music? What inspires you to play?

  1 - Emotions 2 - Visions 3 - Full Moon

  3 ) What are your top 3 favorite songs of all time?

  1 - Moonlight Sonata - Ludwig Van Beethoven 2 - It's Just Begun - The Jimmy Castor Bunch 3 - Tour De France - Kraftwerk

  4 ) How long have you been producing? Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

  I was born as a dj and turntablist in 1997, then in 2001 I started to produce with hardware samplers and synths .. in 5 years? It would be nice to create an original sound.

  5) What are your top 3 favorite horror movies of all time?

  1 - The Thing (1982) 2 - Alien (1979) 3 - Scanners (1981)

  6 ) What's your favorite pizza topping?

  Italian sausage and porcini mushrooms!

  7 ) How on Earth did you learn to mix like that? After hearing your 'electro disco' mashup, we were smitten. How long did it take you make it?

  Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed! Rather than mixing, it takes longer to find the right songs to mix together, it is important that the songs must be in perfect harmony to make a good mashup. I think it took me about 2/3 days to decide the right songs. When I play live with my Video DJ Set, I mix tracks separately with Serato Video with only 1 technics 1200's and a Rane TTM 57.

  8 ) Your video editing skills are brilliant as well. The music video is brilliant for the electro disco mashup you did. How long did that take?

  Thank you again! To edit the video it took me more time, especially because I have not done with a professional video software, what I used: Ableton Live for video time stretch and editing, iMovie to make dual screen effect and Handbrake for to crop and convert formats. The workflow and the waiting time for rendering were endless! In addition to this some of the songs did not have the original video so I had to do a search to find the suitable video and edit it. To create the entire video it took me approximately one week!

  9 ) What's your all time favorite place to hang out and chill?

  Positive people, good drinks and nice music.. And magically every place is great!

  10 ) Tell us a bit about John Type. Do you have any tours lined up? Do you see yourself performing globally over the next 10 years?

  For now I'm in the studio working on a new ep and other side projects, then we'll see what happens...

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• You guys can follow him here!

Disco Unchained Meets Olympic Ayres

 Today was a rather busy day here at Disco Unchained. We got in touch with a pretty cool group;  Olympic Ayres. Check it out!

Shazeb:  How did it all start? What are the origins of Olympic Ayres? 

OA: It all started from trading loops with different melodies back and forth via email. We then had a jam and the rest is history...

Shazeb: That's great! Most groups do have similar beginnings. Anyways, what other artists have inspired your sound?

OA: Chic, Mount Kimbie, Kindness, Kaytradamus, and definitely CLASSIXX!

Shazeb: Boy oh boy. I'm a huge fan of Chic as well. I mean come on. Who in their right mind doesn't like "Freak Out." So tell me, any new projects/EPs/Albums/Singles coming out soon?

OA: Well, we just released Episode III. Right now we're choosing songs for our
next release.

Shazeb: I'll be waiting for those. Now, out of the music you have released so far, I must say I'm in love with your song "magic". Tell me about it. Explain a bit about the meaning behind the track.

OA: I guess its about focusing on an idea and bringing it to fruition; we're passionate about that. 

Shazeb: I could see that. Anywho, what advice do you have for newer artists in similar genres?

OA: Complete your tracks and complete them well!

 Shazeb: Couldn't have said it better myself. Alright, now for the serious stuff. What's your all time favorite place to hang out after work?


 

OA: There's a place I like to go on weekends called Soda Factory in Sydney. Great vibe, great music!

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You guys can follow Olympic Ayres here