Mount Kimbie is a London duo who have built a massive following with only four releases on Hotflush Records. I’m not quite sure if I’d call their sound post-dubstep, but the pitch-shifted vocals and deep beats of Maybes is quite an intriguing sound. The James Blake remix almost reminds me of a dubbier Gold Panda. Catch them on tour throughout Europe all summer.

Mount Kimbie – Maybes

Mount Kimbie – Maybes (James Blake Remix)

The xx – Basic Space (Mount Kimbie Remix)

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It’s that time of year again, Valentine’s Day, the holiday that divides us all. A year ago today I made a mix for my friends to celebrate the joys of friend love (and beautiful music of course), and I’m at it again, only now I have a lot more people to share this with. So make the most of today, and never fear, regardless of whether or not you’re in a relationship, always remember, Danger Loves You. Download the mix here.

Track Listing
1 “Always Love U” – Theophilus London
2 “Make You Mine” – Breakbot
3 “Always Like This” – Bombay Bicycle Club
4 “Lover of Mine” – Beach House
5 “Love Me Girl” – Yeasayer
6 “One Life Stand” – Hot Chip
7 “July Flame” – Laura Veirs
8 “Odessa” – Caribou
9 “I Want A House” – Twin Sister
10 “In The Bedroom” – Xylos
11 “Billie Holiday” – Warpaint
12 “Time For Us All To Love” – Bullion
13 “Let Go” – jj
14 “So Light Is Her Football (Breakbot Remix)” – Air
15 “Stars” – The xx

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I first got into L.A. producer Nosaj Thing‘s work when I heard his remix of Flying Lotus‘ Camel (one of my top remixes of 2k9), and have been deep into everything I’ve heard since. His sonic, ethereal beats have made him a staple in the L.A. underground, and Drift, his first official LP, was another one of my favorites from last year. He also makes some exceptional remixes. I may be one of the only people who isn’t crazy about The Xx, but I think his rework of Islands deserves a little more love.

Nosaj Thing – Heart Entire

Nosaj Thing – IOIO

The Xx – Islands (Nosaj Thing Remix)

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So I’ve totally been sleeping when it comes to noticing The xx, but better late than never right? I think this is one of the most flawless albums I have come across lately, I could (and have been) listening to it endlessly. Soulful, but with enough of a beat that you’re not falling asleep. I love the dynamic of having two vocalists that have their own distinct presence and dialogue (plus I kind of want to be the female one, her voice is so dreamy). This is another one of those albums where it was difficult to choose just a few, but none of them will disappoint. These songs will seep into your brain and you will find yourself singing them uncontrollably, trust me, I know from experience.

The xx – Heart Skipped A Beat
The xx – Crystalised
The xx – Stars

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