Whilst Apple disappoints their ‘followers’ with the 4GS announcement, Microsoft (or Windows Phone) are making some better PR moves as they link up with Kendrick and Nosaj for a rather excellent promo track.
Nosaj serves up a spaced-out, atmospheric production that has a fantastically laidback style, using electronic pulses, drifty synths and a hip-hop percussion, with the end product being an extremely listenable treat that blends cleanly with Kendrick’s raps. He’s certainly elevated himself in recent months with his enjoyable debut album, and Kendrick continues that uprising with a diverse performance that includes some relatable raps alongside a little harmonising on the hook, as he takes on this production with ease. Very enjoyable effort.
Apologies for being a few days late on this: given the glut of new music over the last few days, it got lost in the mix!
Nosaj’s original Coat of Arms was undoubtedly a very experimental, elemental piece, and really exuded a haunting atmosphere. The Boreta remix spins this into a more electro direction, with a pulsating drumbeat giving this track a powerful anchor for the sharp-edged synths to work from. That’s cyclically complimented by a drop in tempo and intensity, initially in the middle section and later at the end, reverting back to the slower, more atmospheric nature of the original. It’s this variety keeps the track compelling and mesmerising, with both sections equally rich in their production, making for a great all-round piece of experimental electro.
Interesting remix. Electronica powerhouse Nosaj Thing revamps The xx’s ubiquitous track, and adds a very dark, experimental feel to it. It’s an inspiring feat of creativity, as he incorporates very deep, lingering synths alongside echoed percussions and clicks to create an ominous and intimidating soundscape out of a once positive track.
It’s incredibly atmospheric, and combines the chillout vibe instinctively associated with the vocals with a slightly sinister edge to deliver a very addictive piece of music.
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