Music Gayer Than Xmas: A Tucson Pop Demo

So, since I moved to Tucson for grad school I have been thinking of doing a all-pop demo full of the gayest club music ever made- and I think this is pretty close. This is going to function as my demo for clubs here that play dance-pop.

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This was quite the undertaking: 26 tracks in 45 minutes. A lot of electro-dance-pop from artists popular on every continent except the ones that don't matter (screw you Antarctica!). I love every moment of this, and I hope you dig it too! There are, of course, some old favorites that my DC folk will love hearing again, but I also threw in a few fun random moments worth enjoying and some brand new tracks, as well.

It's pop - how it should be.

MAJReview: Summer Pop '11 by MAJRmusic

TRACKLISTING

Intro

Fembot - Robyn

Big In Japan - Martin Solveig ft. Dragonette

Night Of Your Life - David Guetta ft. Jennifer Hudson

Waiting For Bulletproof Love - Gwen vs. Kylie vs. La Roux

Ready To Go - Martin Solveig ft. Kele

Americano - Lady Gaga

Bounce - Calvin Harris ft. Kelis

Remedy (Buffetlibre vs. Sidechains remix) - Little Boots

Barbra Vogue (DJ MAJR edit) - Madonna vs. Duck Sauce

Show Me Love (Rynecologist vs. DJ MAJR edit) - Robin S.

DJ (Madeon remix) - Alphabeat

Best Thing I Never Had (Cosmic Dawn remix) - Beyonce

I Wanna Dance With Somebody (OCD Automatic remix) - Whitney Houston

Push It - Salt N Pepa

Who's That Chick? - David Guetta ft. Rihanna

We Love (Aston Shuffle remix) - Sneaky Sound System

Turn Me On - David Guetta ft. Nicki Minaj

Bittersweet (Freemasons remix) - Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Someone Like You (Buffetlibre remix) - Adele

She Wolf (Calvin Harris remix) - Shakira

Papi - Jennifer Lopez

RESPECT (KW Griff remix) - Aretha Franklin

Rhythm Is A Dancer (Armand van Helden remix) - Snap

Big Fat Bass - Britney Spears ft. will.I.Am

What A Feeling - Alex Gaudino ft. Kelly Rowland

Call Your Girlfriend - Robyn

Outro

new SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM - "Big"

I've been hunting down this track for a month, and finally have a nice copy of it, thanks to KickKickSnare's Wesley, one of my best buds. My fucking lord, I cannot wait for SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM's new album. I predict they are going to explode. Or, at least I hope so! If you want any more of their stuff, just click the tag above, and you'll see all of my endless rants about them.

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Everything about this song is "Big." It's anthemic, soulful in that way that is almost unique to Miss Connie (vocalist), and the bass is so big I had to adjust my levels on my computer. LOVE LOVE LOVE them. Okay, I'll stop being a big pussy. I mean "BIG" pussy, pardon me.

new David Guetta ft. Nicki Minaj

I still don't really like Nicki Minaj, but I dig this new track with David Guetta. And, I support her blatant boldness in outfits - even if sometimes she looks like she's spent too much time in Value Village.

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fresh: Bjork beckons

Ok, so, if you're a Bjork fan, you know that it takes a certain kind of mood to listen to her music - especially her obscure stuff (i.e. Medulla) that (to me) isn't that exceptional. For me, it requires a bathtub, a hangover, and a healthy portion of self-loathing. Still, it must be stated that she produced two of the most interesting and solid albums in history (Debut and Post), sang one of my favorite songs ever (Hyperballad), and has more talent in her icelandic hair extensions than 99% of today's pop artists.

She's back with a new album, Biophilia, about to drop September 27 in a very e-heavy (In Rainbows-esque) way. Here's your first taste, for those of you who didn't get this blasted into your inboxes a few weeks ago. I really hope she becomes relevant again- she has the raw goods to do so.

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(full track)

It's kinda Homogenic-ish, no?

remix monday: sexy overdosing on the killers

Ok, kids. This is an oldie but a goodie. I've been playing this track a long, long time, but haven't managed to fit it into any sets in the past few months. I actually played it at my very first Capital Pride (2009) set. It's great. Anyway, I had my iTunes on shuffle the other day, and it popped up... and wouldn't you just know it, it's still fucking great.

Personally, I love when The Killers are remixed. Perhaps it is my own personal issue, but this song makes me want to take lots of drugs and get naked at a rave with Brandon Flowers. WHAAAT!? Totally normal.

Sander Van Doorn gives it to The Killers like a dirty priest on the last day of Lent. Give it a spin.

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Digitalism - "Circles"

Here's a song that has grown on me all week, thanks to my good friend Wes (previously of Coffee&Bars, now of KickKickSnare). He sent it to me with the assumption that it was up my alley, and he could not have been more accurate.

This is electro-clash meets pop and a splash of dance. Digitalism, a German duo founded in 2004, first caught my attention with two stellar tracks in 2008, ZDRLT (Rewind) and Taken Away. Now, FINALLY, they come back with something equally as good. Get it.

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Benny Benassi - "Good Girl"

This song has been dominating me all week like leather daddy in a halfway house. It has commenced every car ride I've had since I got the album, and (though innately simple), this track is exactly what I love about Benny Benassi. It's layered and driving, with that distinct Benassi style of electro-house. It's almost bewitching. Trust me- this shit will get in your head. Put your headphones on (or play it on a good car stereo system) to truly appreciate it. Love it.

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supergay 80's madonna

We all love our Like a Prayers, Like a Virgins and Vogues... but the Madonna that reminds me why I love her, and why she was an innovator and will always be an icon is the one in these four tracks. They define her for me, and I will always love her most for these. And, for those of you who are too young to remember such greatness... enjoy the fact that these songs are coming to you now. Lady Gaga and Britney can suck a collective bagadix- Madonna is still the biggest star in the world who ambitiously changed fashion, performance, and redefined 'female pop artist' before Gaga could count the money in her upper west side trust fund.

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fresh: "titanium" - david guetta ft. sia

David Guetta is pretty watered down. Let's be real, folks. He's like Martin Solveig over rocks, with a splash of boredom. But, sometimes he uses a vocalist/lyricist who is of some sort of value. Sia is definitely pretty fucking awesome, and this track does not disappoint the eardrum, even if it is a bit predictable.

Mostly, I like how Sia is showcased here, instead of the dance-beat drone (of most of Guetta's stuff) flushing and drowning her out like a prom night baby. Hooray! Enjoy...

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essential tuesday: the cardigans

When everyone (and by that extreme, I mean the majority) thinks of The Cardigans, they always remember Lovefool and how warm, fuzzy, and massively homosexual that tune makes them feel. That's good and all, and a classic in its own time, but here are two tracks I love just as much as Lovefool, by a band that didn't get nearly enough credit. Get on it, queens...

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remix monday: Dev "In The Dark"

This bitch is up and coming. That's about all you need to know. Stay tuned, because I expect moderate-to-big things out of this one. Used by Martin Solveig in "We Came To Smash" and that asianese group in "Like A G6," Dev is pretty rad (so far... I may tire of her soon). For now, get on these decent remixes (and the video/download of the original track- which I prefer to the remixes, personally)...

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Dev - In the Dark (It's The DJ Kue Remix!)

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Dev - In The Dark (Barletta Remix)

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post 600: SSS gets super sexy

For my 600th post, I figure it's only proper to post something by one of my favorite (and most posted) acts... Sneaky Sound System. How did I not know about this video? Ugh- it's been out for 2 months and I never saw it. I love this track more than my luggage... and now even moreso after seeing this... special video. Why aren't they massive, again?

Oliver once again makes us shake it like pre-orgasmic housewives

Housse De Racket strikes again... and so does Oliver! Seriously- this is fresh, fun stuff. It comes off as nothing special until about a minute in and then you really appreciate the danceability of this track. Perfect for cleaning your house in your underwear... just saying'.

Housse De Racket - Roman (Oliver Remix)

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kanye, jay-z, sneaky sound system, and la roux have a bitch-off

You see, I hate Kanye West's persona, and I barely dig him as an artist. He's a bag of horseshit, but he is saved here by my long-time affection for Jay-Z, and my LOVE for Elly Jackson (lead vocalist of La Roux). What you all don't know (and those douches aren't mentioning), is that backing vocal is provided by Connie Mitchell from Sneaky Sound System. La Roux and SSS in the same track? :::eargasm:::... It is also worth mentioning that this track is produced by Q-Tip, one of my favorite hip-hop artists.

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This track has that old Pharcyde/Tribe Called Quest (apart of which Q-Tip used to be... A-HAA!) school sound that I loved about hip-hop in my teens... and is what my homies and my boos would call 'the dope.' Haha... Anyway, it's pretty great and I especially enjoy how much noticeably better Jay-Z is than Kanye on this. Sit down, you abrasive ass-clown. ... ENJOY!

PS: this is from the new duet of an album from Kanye and Jay-Z called One Of Us Sucks... wait, no, it's actually called Watch The Throne. My bad.

fresh: arctic monkeys / shiny toy guns

Two bands that go back a-ways for me have returned with a vengeance (at least within these posted tracks).

Shiny Toy Guns have returned... to their original lineup! Thank you jesus. Seriously- that other lead vocalist chick was tolerable, but was no Carah Faye, who basically embodied the sound of a band that could have been on the brink of stardom, but instead fell into mediocrity. I hope this is the boost they need. Carah is lovely and this new track (which has been reworked with this remix) is a sign that things are moving in the proper direction. Thanks for not being dumbasses anymore, y'all.

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Arctic Monkeys have recently put out their most pop-laden LP ever, Suck It And See. The track below is a testament to their versatility and talent (even if I don't really care much for the entire album). You'll never hear Arctic Monkeys so wonderfully melodic and introspective. I've had this on loop for a couple weeks (and it was brilliant live).

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essential tuesday: mazzy star

Simply one of the best songs you'll ever hear.

You're welcome.

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remix monday: Benassi & TABS do Calvin Harris

REMIX MONDAY IS BACK!

And, we're recommencing with a WHOPPER! No, not the sandwich, you fat bitch.

You probably know by now that Benny Benassi is my favorite DJ. You also know that in my top five is also Calvin Harris. What happens when one remixes the other? Well, other than involuntary ejaculation, some heavy electro awesomeness. For good measure, I'm throwing in the (pretty great in its own right) TABS remix of Calvin's latest single. All signs point to another stellar album from Mr. Harris.

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The Final SHIFT Set-List/Download

I still haven't recovered. SHIFT was the greatest party to ever exist, and Saturday was the best night of it, ever. Sometimes everything goes wrong... but then... every once in a long while... everything works. It was ideal. It was beyond expectations. It was beautiful.

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SET LIST

Drop Down - Designer Drugs

Personal Jesus (Alex Metric remix) - Depeche Mode

Ready 2 Go - Martin Solveig ft. Kele

Americano - Lady Gaga

2 Songs Crashed - Blur vs. Gwen Stefani

We Came To Smash - Martin Solveig ft. Dev

Somebody Told Me (Josh Harris remix) - The Killers

Combination Pizza Hut & Taco Bell (Wallpaper remix) - Das Racist

Admiral Sloth (Trash Yourself remix) - El Paso Hot Button

Super Bass - Nicki Minaj

Fembot - Robyn

The One - Kylie Minogue

Heads Will Roll (DAN OH remix) - Yeah Yeah Yeahs

I Wanna Dance With Somebody (OCD Automatic remix) - Whitney Houston

House of Jealous Lovers - The Rapture

Scheiße - Lady Gaga

Youth & Vitality (Designer Drugs remix) - Tigersapien

What Is Love (Barletta remix) - haddaway

Someone Like You (Buffetlibre remix) - Adele

Ready For The Floor (LA Riots remix) - Hot Chip

Switchblade (LA Riots remix) - Heartsrevolution

Time Machine - Robyn

Paranoiattack - The Faint

Barbra Vogue (DJ MAJR edit) - Madonna vs. Duck Sauce

L.E.S. Artistes (Death To The Throne remix) - Santigold

Bounce - Calvin Harris ft. Kelis

In My Arms - Kylie Minogue

Call Your Girlfriend - Robyn

Jumpin' Jumpin' - Destiny's Child

Cherry Red - Ida Maria

Hypnotize - Notorious BIG

Creep - TLC

The Sign - Ace of Base

Teeth - Lady Gaga

Closer - Nine Inch Nails

Got Your Money - Ol' Dirty Bastard ft. Kelis If - Janet Jackson

Rock Is Dead - Marilyn Manson

Are You Gonna Be My Girl - Jet

Valerie - Mark Ronson ft. Amy Winehouse

Last Nite - The Strokes

Take Me Out (Daft Punk remix) - Franz Ferdinand

Escapade - Janet Jackson

Set Fire To The Rain (Moonlight Matters remix) - Adele

I Think I'm Paranoid - Garbage

DJ (Madeon remix) - Alphabeat

Push It - Salt N Pepa

Big Fat Bass - Britney Spears ft. Will.I.Am

Remedy (Buffetlibre vs. Sidechains remix) - Little Boots

Heartbreak Make Me A Dancer - Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Oh No! - Marina & The Diamonds

Hello - Martin Solveig ft. Dragonette

Show Me Love (Rynecologist vs. DJ MAJR edit) - Robin S

Rhythm Is A Dancer (Armand Van Helden remix) - Snap

I Wanna Go - Britney Spears

Hang With Me (MAJR mashmix) - Robyn

Dancing On My Own (Buzz Junkies remix) - Robyn

Electric - Melody Club

All My Friends - Franz Ferdinand

Dog Days Are Over - Florence + The Machine