Today's delivery is brought to you by NazcarNation and StewRat. Back in 2010, NazcarNation released their first EP, Dynazty, which quickly garned the attention of all us beat heads. With their perfect mixture of that chillwave sound and a danceable rhythm; they easily captured the sound that could describe all of the 2010 summer. Well maybe it was just my summer. Nethertheless, many other producers caught wind of this EP and produced some of their own remixes. The  remix features production from Star Slinger, St Andrew Rub It, WasteManagement, James & Evander, & unouomedude. But it was the remix done by StewRat that really attached itself to my soul. 

Today's track is the remixed version of "Beeswax," a song best be described a strange story that has no real direction. Yet, even without this sense of direction; the track still finds a way to captivate you long enough to guess what's coming next and always being wrong. StewRat definitely makes it apparent that we're sharing this dreamy trip together; but also that they are the ones leading -- you just gotta come long. (WHAT?!) Listen to the track before you pass judgement on the previous statement and it'll all make sense. Leave your best description of the track in the comments and... check out the track and chill...

Buy/Download: NazcarNation - Dynazty EP

• NazcarNation on Bandcamp
• StewRat on Bandcamp

Check out these fresh visuals to Brooklyn emcee, Sene’s track “Footprints”, which is off the rapper’s sophomore album Brooklynknight. In the video, Sene illustrates a blank canvas using both his remarkable storytelling abilities and the good, old fashioned pencil and paper. The concept of the vid is an ingenious presentation of creativity.

 Currently signed to LA label Plug Research, Sene is an exciting prospect for hip hop. I’m learning to try and not put too many expectations on rising stars but he is one to pay close attention to over the next few month, Brooklynknight was one of those mint pieces of works that seem to somehow get lost in the blogosphere.  The album boasts features from a few artists you’ll surely recognise including Soul Khan (of Brown Bag Allstars), ScienZe and Blu. If you haven’t copped it, I urge you to do so. 

• Purchase  the BrooklynKnight album
• Official website 

Good news and new music from Cali hip-hop duo TiRon & Ayomari has brightened up an otherwise uneventful Friday. The latest cut from the duo, "®adio" is an edgy anti-radio anthem and a wake up call that drives home the point that radio stations play a primary role in the criminal perpetuation of uniformity and  mediocrity in the music world, specifically in the genres of hip-hop and R&B.

The single will land on TiRon & Ayomari's upcoming project HNGRY, which is slated to be released in July. Give the track a listen, and stay tuned for more from the duo as they prep for the release of their follow-up joint project to their critically acclaimed A Sucker For Pumps LP.

• TiRon & Ayomari on Facebook
• The Cafeteria Line on Bandcamp
• TiRon on Twitter
• Ayomari on Twitter

This is the first time that I post about a mixtape but I think that I will do it more often in the future - especially if it is as perfect as the one that I am presenting you right here and now: The set was recorded by Evaldas and Karolis who are better known as The Sneekers which is kind of obvious when you just take a look on the tracklist below. They filled it with so many of their own productions whereat one half of them are unreleased. It is also interesting to see that they release their records on so many labels. It just seems like The Sneekers will even increase their high quality level in the future so listen to this amazing mix to be prepared!

01. Logo - Jacob [Kitsune]

02. Surkin feat. Kevin Irving - Never Let Go (A-Trak Remix) [Marble]

03. The Sneekers - Closure [Cheaper Thrills]

04. Housemeister - Twister (SCNTST Remix) [Boysnoize Records]

05. Codes - Ready Aim Fire (JWLS Remix) [Slow Roast Records]

06. Napt & Fireflowerz - Italian Spiderman [Fool's Gold Records]

07. Kidda - Get Close (The Sneekers Remix) [Skint Records]

08. Housquare - Old Gem [Cheaper Thrills]

09. The Sneekers - Watkat [Animal Language]

10. The Sneekers - Boys & Trouble [GND Records]

11. Etnik - Vino (Borussia Remix) [Bitclap / TUFF EM UP!]

12. Hoshina Anniversary - Chicago (The Sneekers Remix) [GND Records]

13. Jagerverb - Mozzarella [GND Records]

14. Nautiluss - Mixed Numbers [Turbo Recordings]

15. Theophilus London - Last Name London (Brodinski Remix)

16. Doc Trashz - Different Way [Trouble & Bass Recordings]

17. Blatta & Inesha - Consign To Oblivion (The Sneekers Mix) [U&A Recordings]

• The Sneekers on Facebook
• The Sneekers on Soundcloud
• The Sneekers on Beatport
  

Looks like the good homie Perrion just gave his track "You Know I Mean" the visual treatment, which was featured on his collaborative project with French producer Myth Syzer, From Paris With Love. If you didn't know the is song inspired by Ghostface Killah and his old school terminology, clips of Ghostface’s infamous interview with Nardwaur are featured in here. Perrion is starting to gain some attention for his skills, people got to stop sleeping on the young talent. Check It Out And Enjoy. Props to JGM

You Know I Mean

Another banger from the Stones Throw family. Here are the visuals  for "Fitta Happier" from Quakers which features rappers Guilty Simpson and MED and the Quakers' All Star Brass Band. Quakers are a 35-piece hip hop collective whose members orbit around producers Fuzzface (of Portishead), 7-Stu-7 (Portishead engineer) and Australian producer Katalyst. 

The result on the collective's single "Fitta Happier" is an explosion of phenomenal, brass-fueled, heavy-hitting dopeness hip hop. Guilty Simpson is never to be played with lyrically and he does not ease up for a second on this track. MED is probably one of the few lyricists out there on par with Simpson. Between both emcees giving the mic a bloody good thrashing and the blaring of the brass band, I was half expecting the microphone to burst into flames. "Fitta Happier" is that fire. A veritable masterpiece. 

• Purchase Quakers LP
• Quakers on Facebook

For the latest installment in their weekly remix series the production team consisting of twin brothers Steve and Steven, collectively known as Urban Noize, took their turn at flipping Sri Lankan femcee and Roc Nation management's newest signee M.I.A.'s empowering single "Bad Girls" off her forthcoming album.

The Florida duo's rework replaces the original song's worldbeat sound with a sample of an orchestral arrangement of composer Clint Mansell's"Lux Aeterna", the penultimate piece in the score from Darren Aronofsky's chilling film Requiem for a Dream.  The pairing of orchestral strings and edgy snare rolls gives the track a hauntingly eerie quality which stands is contrast to the original and makes the remix all the more enjoyable. 

• M.I.A. Official Site
• M.I.A. Twitter
• Urban Noize on Twitter
• Urban Noize on Soundcloud

The first time I stumbled upon Armond "Unlike Pluto" Arabshahi's music, I was pleasantly surprised, as he has his own touch and gives magic to all his productions. His talent and capacity to create his own worlds through music is amazing! Born in Atlanta, Armond is definitely becoming of one of my favorite artists  on the American electronic scene. His style of music combines aspects of dubstep and house music, while feeding energy and power to his personal production. If we have to describe the result of that surprising combination it will would likely best be described as new electro dubhouse. I thought an interview would provide the perfect opportunity to gain more insight into the world of producer Unlike Pluto.

EARMILK: Could you introduce yourself to EARMILK readers?

UNLIKE PLUTO: Hey EARMILK! My name is Unlike Pluto, but my parents call me Armond Arabshahi. I am a 20 year-old producer born and raised in Atlanta where I am currently studying Biology at Emory University. I’ve been splitting my time between school and music which can be a crazy balancing act, but I thrive off of stress, lack of sleep and massive amounts of energy drinks. Music has always been a huge presence in my life and I plan on keeping it that way.

EM: What are your influences into your music production?

UP: My earliest influences came from various forms of rock. I played guitar in several hardcore/punk/screamo bands in high school – part of the whole post-hardcore scene. I started noticing these rock artists integrating electronic sounds and methods into their compositions and production. It was something totally new to me and for lack of a better phrase… it blew my mind! I guess you could say I formed an obsession, so I started experimenting with these new sounds on my own. Eventually it led me to Unlike Pluto.

EM: We can find Indian and spice vibes into your music, what could you say about that? Does it come from your origins?

UP: I'm actually Persian! Yes, when I was growing up my parents listened to Persian music, so I guess you can say that some of it rubbed off on me. I also learned a few Persian instruments (setar & Tombak) growing up, which shaped how I play other instruments (guitar/piano/synth).

EM: Do you feel more comfortable as DJ or as a music producer? What is your set up for DJing and for your production? What is your working method?

UP: My comfort zone is definitely in music production. I’ve never thought of myself as a performer, so DJing in front of a crowd of people is something new and exciting for me. For DJing, I use Abelton Live with NI Maschine for triggering loops, one shots and carrying out simple fading effects. Ableton Live is also my go-to for production. I like to set it up with my favorite plugins - Gladiator, Sylenth, Massive, Operator and whatever else I can get my hands on. My working method... well it depends. You never know when that random slap of inspiration is gonna land across your face. But I do almost always start at the piano or guitar. My introduction into the world of music was playing these instruments, so they are an integral part of my production process. Once I’ve settled on a solid chord progression, I dive into the nit-picking, making parts, and sound design until the track is finished.

EM: Any releases that are forthcoming that you're really excited about?
Do you have any upcoming project for the next days, any new collaboration?

UP: I actually just released my first EP, Poetic Jargon, this month! I’ve been psyched to see how people respond to it. I’m always working on new material and aim to have another EP for release by late summer. I’m especially excited for this second EP because I think the tracks will be a more solid reflection of me as a producer. After working on Poetic Jargon, I feel more grounded in the musical direction I want to pursue so I think the second EP will showcase that. I often collaborate with my childhood friend and incredible vocalist, Vermin. We work very similarly, so creating music with him is effortless and fun.

EM: Any tour /date?

UP: Just playing locally at different venues around Atlanta for right now. But I definitely have plans for a tour sometime in the near future. All my show dates are posted on facebook.com/unlikepluto.

EM: What do you think of the actual electronic scene?

UP: The EDM scene continues to surprise me on a daily basis. It is always evolving and morphing into something completely new which is fascinating and attractive. I think the main reason why so many people have become infatuated with the EDM scene is because of the wildly diverse group of artists that make up the genre. All of these artists have completely different influences, stories and inspirations and come from completely different backgrounds. The amalgamation of these elements breeds a type of creativity that defines the electronic scene - it is unprecedented, innovative and JUST DOWNRIGHT AWESOME!!

EM: Do you have any parting words for your fans and future fans you would like to share?

UP: I would like to say it means the universe to me to have you enjoy my music! I do what I do only for you and I can’t thank you enough for that incredible gift. Keep head bobbin’, keep dancin’, keep livin’.

We thank Armond for sharing some insight with EARMILK and providing us with an exclusive track for free! Armond gave us the distinguished pleasure of unveiling his new track which is a very solid Euro electro dance record featuring vocals by Vermin.

Moreover the ever-generous Armond decided to share with us his first EP, Poetic Jargon. Stream the EP below and follow the link below to download the EP for free.

• Download Poetic Jargon EP 
• Unlike Pluto Soundcloud
• Unlike Pluto on Facebook
• Unlike Pluto on Twitter

On this thurday night we get a pleasent suprise, here we are witha a new/unreleased track by Tornoto's own Drake featuring Chris Brown. The record is titled "Yamaha Mama", a version with Soulja Boy dropped about 2 years ago but today Drake’s version makes its way to the inter-web. We are going to have to wait and see if this is just a throw-away or to be featured on some random DJ's unoffcail mixtape. Check It Out And Enjoy. Props to You