YEAHHH BOIII!

So our boys, The Bloody Beetroots have this track, "Yeah Boy from their EP titled Let Your Washing Machine Do the Talking:  The Bloody Beetroots Remixes.  It certainly shifts away from their usual heavy electro/punk stature.  The song is very much electronica-based but the bassline is less heavy and more melodious.  It has some raspy, Techno vocals with light keyboard beats, just  tinkling in the background.   Yeah, definitely unlike what I'm use to hearing but it shows the diverse variety that they're capable of producing.  

Behind the track: "checksum"

From Monument To Masses has released the second episode of it's mini-doc series offering fans a preview of their new song, "checksum", the opening track on the band's fourth album on Dim Mak releasing in January 2009. The video offers a rare insight into the band's songwriting process and approach in the studio.

What's up with SHITDISCO?

Electrifying tracks, head-banging beats, crazy dance moves, and of course WATER  GUNS!!! Yup. Shitdisco has definitely made a name for themselves as the next Disco Punk/New Wave band to blow up. Many of you know, or will now know that Dim Mak is officially the home for these boys from Glasgow, Scotland. Since being part of the Dim Mak family, the guys have laid out some attention-worthy tracks. Reactor Party and 72 Virgins are no doubt crowd favorites. 72 Virgins has been revamped by The Bloody Beetroots, another member of the Fam. This track hits harrrddd, and the beats are insanely catchy. So after being back from touring with MSTRKRFT, the guys are ready to start off their DJ tour in the UK. As far as preferences, they have none!! it's just gotta be bassline and beat heavy. They're dropping everything from arpeggio bassline to euphoric rave with a touch of acid. From that, you can imaginel how mind-blowing the club gets when these guys hit the set. So, what can we expect from Shitdisco? More touring possibly... and continuing to give fans nothing less then amazing shows.

MSTRKRFT spills the beans..Well sorta.

Two years after their last MSTRpiece, the Canadian duo are putting the finishing touches on their upcoming, yet-to be titled sophomore album.   Many of us got a preview of their second album when the single, "B.O.U.N.C.E. ft N.O.R.E. made its way as an EP and on Myspace.  Not to mention it's one of the most popular tracks that many hipsters rock out to.  Their second single, "VUVUVU" has also made its way up.  During an interview with Billboard, the boys mentioned that, "Fans should expect heavy doses of it at future shows."  -Awesome! Just what I like to hear from these two.  Nonetheless, I am even more intrigued to see what these electro Masterminds have under their belts. 

The duo's front runner, JFK explained the process of completing the album and his opinion of the first one.  The Looks was like a big experiment for us, Thats why we called it The Looks and not The Brains or The Talent." As far as what Keeler expects from fans, "Kids hear stuff now and don't know what it is and they go crazy, but when they know the [new] tracks and we play them, the crowd will explode." 

So while many of us are biting our nails, awaiting for the album's arrival; it's good to know that these Electro Heavyweights haven't lost their touch. If anything, it's only going to be BIGGER, BOLDER, and BETTER.  

Deadly Syndrome- Eucalyptus

Ever since their 2007 album debut, "The Ortolan," released on our label,  the Deadly Syndrome has delivered soothing, yet electrifying melodies.  Their single- Eucalyptus is the perfect example why everyone should keep a look out for this rising LA band.  The lyrics are so tantalizing, its surreal. Now, personally I have not been able to enjoy a compilation of whimsical, slow, melodious tracks since the Garden State soundtrack, but "The Ortolan"is nothing less than fascinating. Eucalyptus takes us on a whim of distortion, yet expresses the emotions that we all can relate to. Every love-blinded individual can  appreciate this track.  I'm not sure if its the ongoing roller coaster through mountains and valleys of fundamentally tranquil lyrics that got me, but this joint really puts enjoying music to ease.  With an iTunes library crammed with heavy-hitting electro mixes like MSTRKRFT, Bloody Beetroots, and Boys Noize, this is definitely a change that I could get use to.  

MSTRKRFT's B.O.U.N.C.E. video shoot at the Roxy June 4th.

All they do is party..

Once again MSTRKRFT does not disappoint.  If you all are clueless to what I'm referring to, well its the new single by the great electro duos themselves. Jesse and ALP make some of the dopest beats around.  Their album "The Looks" dropped off some crazy, heavy electro beats.   Just when I thought these guys have done it all, their new single B.O.U.N.C.E. ft N.O.R.E.  came back  with a BANG!!!

This single has made its way to some of LA's  hottest electro events. Everyone, including myself,  goes apeshit when DJ's start spinning this record.  So, since I've confessed how big of a fan I am, you can all imagine how excited I was when a Myspace bulletin was posted announcing, " B.O.U.N.C.E. video shoot by MSTRKRFT tonight at The Roxy" and the best part? It was free!

The first thing I saw was LAZARO CASANOVA spinning in center stage with just a few people on the dance floor.  Camera crews were running all over the place, trying to get some good shots of hipsters rocking out.  Then Felix Cartel joined the stage along with LA RIOTS spinning everything from old school Franchi to new MSTRKRFT joints. 

The beat boys themselves finally  hit the stage, looking pretty jazzy in suits and ties I might add.  The crowd was going crazy, and N.O.R.E. came onstage to deliver a dope performance.  I really don't know how great the video turn out because it was just a bunch of people dancing, but the light effects and neon bars definitely enhanced the set.  

Personally, I'm amazed every time about how insanely high the energy was whenever MSTRKRFT spins.   That's something only a few DJ's  can deliver because their beats are so electrifying and enticing.  This duo can seriously revamp any song and thats why I absolutely appreciate their music.   Just when the night could not get any better, Mr. DIM MAK himself, Steve Aoki, made a guest appearance and jumped onstage.  LA RIOTS, LAZARO, FElIX made it that much better.  Other electro junkies crowded the stage and got the party rolling.  It was an awesome experience to be part of another MSTRKRFT creation. 

DIM MAK TUESDAYS TONIGHT WITH RITON!!!

Riton is the shit. He cute too!!!! Ooooo wee!! His set at Banana Split was off the fucking hook. If you are worth a damn you will get your ass to Cinespace for Dim Mak Tuesday. You heard it from me (who am I?) on this blog, first...CUZ IM REALLLLLL!!!!!!

THE DEADLY SYNDROME AT THE HAMMER!!!

Making the new FROM MONUMENT TO MASSES record...

On May 5, long-time Dim Mak artists FROM MONUMENT TO MASSES headed into John Vanderslice's studio,Tiny Telephone Recording, to start work on their 4th album (due out in Fall 2008). They recorded with Matt Bayles whose amazing recording/mixing work with Minus The Bear, Russian Circles, and Isis were good indicators of the kinds of sound(s) FMTM was looking to achieve. Below is the teaser to a series of short documentaries about the making of this bold new Dim Mak release. Check FMTM's MySpace and website for more info.

SCANNERS play at Hoxton Bar,London, 3rd July

Hi Guys... for those in London- SCANNERS are playing on Thursday night 3rd July at Hoxton Bar!!

THE DEADLY SYNDROME @ THE ROXY TOMORROW!!!!!!

Our favorite fellas The Deadly Syndrome are returning to the stage this weekend playing with Hot Hot Heat as part of The Sunset Strip Music Festival. They show is at the Roxy in Hollywood.

To get a taste of this band live check out their acoustic performance of "Wolves In The Garden" from their appearance on Indie 103's Feel My Heat.



head here to pick up your tix.

Today

I am really excited listening to RMX of Bounce . . .  amazing . . .  also saw this rough cut of the Bounce video . . .  can not wait for everyone in the world to see it!!

This new MSTRKRFT record is going to blow your mind.

DIM MAK TUESDAYS TONIGHT WITH CROOKERS AND BLAKE MILLER!!!

WE ARE VERY PROUD TO PRESENT LIVE DJ SETS FROM: CROOKERS (ITALY)...OMG... FINALLY! RESPONSIBLE FOR DELIVERING BASSY ASS REMIXES, GRUNGY ELECTRO BASSLINES, AND TURNING EVERY TRACK INTO A DANCE FLOOR MASTERPIECE, CROOKERS COME TO LA! TAKING TIME AWAY FROM REMIXING THE LIKES OF ARMAND VAN HELDEN, CHEMICAL BROTHERS, BONDE DO ROLE, KID CUDI, & CHROMEO, THE CROOKERS ARE GOING TO DEFINITELY CREATE HAVOK! ....WITH BLAKE MILLER (LOS ANGELES) AS THE MOVING UNITS FRONT-MAN AND 1/3 OF WEIRD SCIENCE, BLAKE MILLER IS COMING TO MAKE YOU SHAKE YOUR INDIE THANG! MAKE SURE YOU STAY TUNED FOR NEW REMIXES BY BLAKE MILLER & WEIRD SCIENCE! PLUS... WITH YOUR RESIDENT DJS: STEVE AOKI, THEM JEANS (CHECK THE NEW BLOG!) DAN OH! EARLY ARRIVAL STRONGLY SUGGESTED !!EMAIL THEMJEANS@DIMMAK.COM TO BOOK A TABLE RESERVATION
COMPLIMENTARY VODKA COCKTAILS 10PM - 11PM! LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY FROM THE COBRASNAKE! PURCHASE PRESALE TICKETS NOW! BEFORE THEY SELL OUT! www.dimmak.com/crookerspresale NEXT WEEK, JULY 1ST: ZOMBIE NATION AND MORSE CODE

STAFF PICKS ON RCRDLBL.COM FT. DANA BOULOS, INTERN

Dim Mak brings you yet another gem this week from the label's back catalogue with another staff
pick from our
full-time, part-time, intern and external staff and close friends. This
week's "staff picker" is new media intern, Dana Boulos, who
selected "Walk Into The Light" from Automato!! "I love Walk In to the Light by Automato.Its the perfect song to listen to while you're getting ready for the day, or the night...whatever. I love how forces combined from the vocals and melodies from each incindiary instrument blends together to make one incindiary song...or a delicous instrumental Automato smoothie. You can't walk away from a refreshing track like this. They are too hard to find!" Make sure to check out Automato's page on RCRDLBL.COM as well as Dim Mak's Blog!

SCANNERS FIRST BLOG

">Hi All ...this is Sarah with the first Scanners blog...

SO HI EVERYONE AT DIMMAK!!
Its been time since we graced the shores of America and I'm not going to write a long essay about our year away ... In brief : We have released Violence Is Golden in the UK... toured with lots of American bands, toured Germany and written the second album.

We played at Rockness festival in Scotland and the gig made it into THE NEWS OF THE WORLD... a UK tabloid newspaper


Self portrait of us using the Soulwax stage lighting.



We toured Germany for two weeks so got to see Berlin for the first time... met some great people too much salami and sliced cheese!

Got tic-a-taped on the last night of our tour in Cologne.

bye x

WIN TICKETS TO WARPED TOUR AND BOBBY DIGITAL!

WIN TICKETS TO WARPED TOUR '08 AND THE RZA AKA BOBBY DIGITAL!!

June 20th @ Fairplex In Pomona and SUNDAY June 22nd in Ventura!!

Email CONTEST@DIMMAK.COM to enter! Winner Selected @ Random!

STAFF PICKS ON RCRDLBL.COM FT. CARMELA GERONCA, INTERN

Dim Mak continues to show you our jewels...from the label's back catalogue this week with another staff pick from our full-time, part-time, intern and external staff and close friends. This week's "staff picker choser person" is Carmela Geronca. She shares with us "Ice Nine" from Whirlwind Heat...  CLICK TO READ MORE....

DOWNLOAD - Whirlwind Heat - Ice Nine

 

Dim Mak Records Tonight!

Dim Mak Tuesdays (06/17/08)
Presents:
Miami Horror, Gameboy/Gamegirl,
Verb! W/ Aaron Lacrate, Sammy Bananas!
Plus Your Weekly Residents:
Steve Aoki, Them Jeans, Dan Oh!

Dim Mak Tuesdays (06/24/08)
Presents:
CROOKERS, Blake Miller (Moving Units)!
Plus Your Weekly Residents:
Steve Aoki, Them Jeans, Dan Oh!
PURCHASE
CROOKERS & BLAKE MILLER
PRESALE TICKETS NOW!!!
VISIT: www.dimmak.com/crookerspresale


PURCHASE
CROOKERS & BLAKE MILLER
PRESALE TICKETS NOW!!!
VISIT: www.dimmak.com/crookerspresale

CRYSTAL CASTLES AT THE ROXY TONIGHT AND FRIDAY THE 13TH!!!

CRYSTAL CASTLES is playing the Roxy On Sunset Tonight! Show starts at 9:30 but is sold out!!!IF you weren't able to grab a ticket for tonights show dont fret!! Crystal Castles and MM/DD/YYYY are playing again this Friday June 13th, Thats right, Friday The 13th (and during the mercury retrograde...sheeesh!)! Go to theroxyonsunset.com for ticket information!!!

MGMT x DIM MAK HEADPHONES

Ben of MGMT spinning at Pash last night with the Dim Mak/WeSC headphones:













Available for a limited time here!!!