ETAN – Duck Down

Reminds me of the more upbeat side of Goldfrapp mixed with a bit more electro edge. London based singer-songwriter, producer and vocalist, ETAN, has crafted an engaging electronic pop track that recalls 80’s synthpop glory days. The chorus is really catchy with the “Duck-duck-duck-duck-duck-duck-duck-duck–duck down, I won’t.” Not a word you would think would be that catchy but ETAN has pulled it off. Also like the arrangement and how the stronger chorus hook does not land till the 2nd time around. The verses sections are seductive and the choruses are catchy. Well done ETAN!

Klangkarussell – Shipwreck

This track is so pretty and has a melancholy vocal that just melts your heart. Love the old school synth lead sound on this track as well. All in all this track floats across a still ocean and lands in a sweet spot of pop and dance. Klangkarussell, which translates to “Sound Carousel”, is Austria duo Tobias Rieser and Adrian Held.

DJ TR!P – Astronaut (feat. TKG)

Talk about the complete package from the artwork to the tune to the overall attitude and vibe this has got it all. Reminds me a bit of Renegade Soundwave meets the Bestie Boys. It’s raw, energetic fun from start to finish. It’s Hip Hop, it’s a bit Punk, it’s a bit Rock, and it grooves. One of my top 10 tunes this year thus far (stands to applaud a job well done). DJ TR!P is a dj and producer from Australia.