Who says that girls can’t be gangsters? Check out these sick remixes to study, run, or party to.
Covers
Lizzy Land covering Foster the People’s “Pumped Up Kicks”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaz3rmY_XOE
This catchy tune takes on a whole new attitude when Lizzy slows it down a bit. She created this track by looping her own voice. Check out some of her other covers, like her version of Adele’s “Someone like You.” Both of these ladies have some serious pipes.
Anya Marina covering T.I.’s “Whatever You Like”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6INLzQaWask
When the singsong, whimsical voice of Anya Marina is combined with the lyrics of T.I., you can definitely expect to hear some strange sounds. Why not embrace the bizarre? Kick back, give this one a couple of listens and soon you’ll find that you can’t stop pressing repeat. Don’t worry—baby, you can have whatever you like.
Jose Gonzalez covering The Knife’s “Heartbeats”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A20rx8VQnTE
The cover of all covers. Jose’s voice is dreamy and will almost break your heart in a mere 2 minutes and 41 seconds. With his vulnerable, raw edge, it seems like Jose is singing just to you. Or so we wish.
GAYNGS covering Sade’s “By Your Side”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMhAvl0Hg-w
Sung by Nate Vernon, this cover of GAYNGS stays true to the roots of Bon Iver. You know, your chilling-out-with-a-serious-intent vibe. Aka, trying-to-finish-chem-but-casually-facebook-stalking-friends-abroad-and-pondering-deeply vibe. This song is beautiful, with airy vocals that’ll keep you daydreaming for the better part of the afternoon.
Lily Allen covering the Kooks “Naïve”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCMrGSbjieE
Lily’s tongue in cheek attitude and smooth, girly voice take her fellow English band’s cheery tune to a whole different level. She calms down the Kook’s version by relaxing the tempo and simplifying the track. This song is perfect for sitting on the plaza between classes and people watching.
Remixes
DJ Fresh’s “Louder (Doctor P & Flux Pavilion Remix)”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzddml210fI
Here it is: this is the remix that you can start any party with. (With just enough wub wub’s to get your party started properly.) This remix keeps that sing-a-long quality that many dubstep songs lack, making it an irresistible blend of bass lines and dance beats.
GroupLove’s “Colours (Xaphoon Jones Remix)”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz9AHuv7qLY
Make sure to turn up the volume on this one. This is a great remix that adds a bit more “party” to the original. Be sure to blast this while you’re getting ready for a big night out.
Bon Iver – Skinny Love (Das Kapital Rerub)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kS2w5B0MvvY
Granted—this was an amazing song to begin with. So what’s new? This remix added background beats perfect for keeping pace while you run! With a little more bass, this song takes on another life. Thank you, Skinny Love, for a new way to indulge in our endless love of Bon Iver…and for new workout motivation.
Kid Cudi + Florence and the Machine’s “Falling Star (R3K Remix)”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ib9OqN8hirc
With this combination of Florence Welch’s haunting voice and Kid Cudi’s smooth rap, “Symphonies,” you’ll find your new favorite remix of chill party music. Please notice that everyone’s heads will start nodding along to the beat. It’s inevitable.
3LAU’s “ Dubsex (Skrillex & Nero_ Feat. Britney Vs. Daft Punk Vs. Posner Vs. Amanda)”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhD-IxfyXog
Turn it up. Commence Party. ‘Nuff Said.
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