Blastah- Give It Up To Me
I constantly have my ears open for unique productions of club music and "Give It Up To Me" grabbed my attention immediately. Located in Lisbon, Portugal, Blastah seems to have created his own personal blend of Baltimore and Jersey club in this track. A classic club beat drives the track while blasting gun shots, bed squeaks, and chopped up vocals accentuate its every unique twist and turn. "Give It Up To Me" has a comforting way of feeling very familiar while feeling so brand new and rejuvenating all at the same time.
Imaabs- Grafito
"Grafito" is a whole different monster here. It feels very dark and industrial as an ominous whirring and sounds of "machinery" add intriguing textures to the production. Imaabs, of Santiago, Chile, seems to thrive in mystery and darkness here as he blends warehouse techno with the hyperactive stylings of Jersey club music. Techno is usually pretty hit-or-miss for me but I'm so impressed with the way Imaabs expertly integrates that signature bass you'll only hear in Jersey. If you're feelin' this style, you can hear more on Trax Couture World Series Vol. 2.
Sugar Shane- Kill That Bitch (Promnite Remix)
Sugar Shane's "Kill Da Bitch" in its original form is already a certified club banger, but Promnite's remix elevated the track to critical mass. If Sugar Shane's stinkeye and super sass in "Kill Da Bitch" wasn't enough of a beatdown, New York-based producer Promnite kicked the joint into overdrive. "Kill The Bitch" takes on a future club sound at light speed with hints of vogue, heart-pounding bass, and a pitched-down chant that urges you to "go for the kill".