Growing up in the 1980’s I remember movies just about more than anything else. I was an active kid during the day, but at night it was movie time. My overall opinion is the best moments of our cinematic history took place in the 80s. The reason for these thoughts is that Corey Haim just passed away. I realize all the trouble he has had since the days of “License to Drive,” and “The Lost Boys.”

But to me he was a 1980’s icon. Anytime I think about all those countless nights hanging with my cousins watching all these great films, it’s hard not to picture Corey Haim. I think he will always have a place in my memory of being a kid. I think we overhype the deficiencies of the people who entertain us, although addiction is a problem, and it was for him, I can’t help but think of him only as that young kid crashing his grandfathers Cadillac, or wearing garlic to bed, b/c he was afraid his brother would bite his neck in the night. Corey Haim was my hero growing up through some pretty rough shit. We all have our personal stories, and we all hopefully had something to turn to. My escape was watching film with young actors like Corey Haim. He made me think being young was cool, or being sort of silly and screwing up was alright. He made me enjoy the moments in my life when things were tough, and I wasn’t sure what the hell was going on or who I was. I am sad to see him go, especially in the light that it appears he went. But his face will always be iconic to me; it will always be the nostalgic emotion of the 1980s. Rest in piece dude, you were great. Thank you!

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Pigeons track list:

1. Hibernation
2. Collector
3. Casual
4. Surprise
5. Bottom Feeder
6. Moon
7. Old World United
8. F.F.A.P.
9. Land of Feeling
10. Vegetable or Native
11. Herbie I Love You, Now I Know

Soundtrack by Daft Punk.

The remaining six tracks from Peter Van Hoeson‘s debut album, Entropic City are available to stream on the album’s microsite or via Peter’s soundcloud. Don’t forget, you can currently download the Variable_Parts_EP for free.

5. “Terminal” (5.55) Peter comes proper with this track. A nice low, driving bass line guiding the kicks. A much deeper addition then the “Terminal – Markov Layout” we were introduced to on the Variable_Parts_EP. At 2.32 Peter automates a higher pitch on the kick only to drop it to a sub-pounding level; an interesting break that leads to an impressive remainder. This one keeps the woofers warm and the crowd beggin for more. Nice.

6. “Testing A Simulacrum” (4.39) reverts back to the albums easy, going feel. It seems quite out of place nestled between these heavy hitters and is much better suited on the B side of an Orb release.

7. “Strip It, Boost It” (5.58) sees a much lighter tone then the Dub version on the Variable_Parts_EP. Though more dynamic, the quirky sounds and chirps fail to break through.

8. “Quartz#1″ (5.56) is the danger. A funky groove incorporating live bass guitar slaps that’s so mean you can’t help but bob your head. Nuff said.

9. “Colony/Return Of The Object” (6.11) moves into the dub techno arena with an icing of metallic glitch. White noise melts through the crevasse of broken beats to create a sticky, gooey mess so tasty Oscar Mulero’s mouth is watering.

10. “Defense Against The Self” (5.28) starts out pretty basic and parallels for the remainder of the track. It’s spaciness adds great depth and usefulness but the peaks fails to climb out of the clouds.

As suspected, Van Hoesen picked up the pace and lowered the bass for the majority of these last 6 tracks. Peter has assembled an extremely solid techno album: showcasing a variety of styles with confidence, adding to an already respectable roster of tracks. A clear purchase for any teched.

Pantha du Prince, Stick To My Side

Fresh off the heels of the album Black Noise, a new single release from Pantha du Prince, ‘Stick To My Side‘ is out today. Includes the original and remixes from Efdemin, Four Tet, and two bonus remix tracks from Carsten Jost & Efdemin and Walls.

Buy Pantha du Prince, ‘Stick To My Side’

Buy Pantha du Prince, Black Noise

Bonobo, Eyesdown

The new single release from Bonobo, “Eyesdown”, is out today on Ninja Tune. The track features vocalist Andreya Triana with Bonobo’s soothing jazzy production and groovy beats. The release includes the original, instrumental and three remixes. Floating Points remix adds a bit more danceability with snappy snares and loopy samples. Warrior 1 reflects the sign of the times with a tech-house meets dubstep addition. The Appleblim & Komonazmuk remix evens the entire release out by slowing it down a bit and caressing with soft, luscious pads. All in all a very well balanced, solid release for Bonobo: a perfect way to bring in the spring season singing.

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Dettmann Remixed

Marcell Dettmann is rightfully following in the footsteps of his Ostgut Ton label mates and releasing a full length album. Preceding his self titled debut is Dettmann Remixed. Four tracks are handed to Norman Nodge and Wincent Kunth for remix treatments. Norman Nodge takes ‘Shift’ and ‘Unrest’, Wincent Kunth ‘Vertigo’ and ‘Wound Up’. Nodge keeps it straight forward with his remixes while Kunth pulls out a couple of impressively deep grooves.

The Agency makes me happy! The video I selected does a good job expressing the reason why. Out of Paris France, The Agency is not your average indie rock band, but they do fit nicely in the pocket with any other critically acclaimed indie rockers. A high energy sound mixed with all the perfect gadgetry, which hits just when you think you’ve had enough. An escapade filled with lushes pop, and the moves and shakes to get you dancing. The Agency makes me smile, and I think they will do the same for you.

The High Road is out today!

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