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It may be cold but this week’s remixes are hella fiery. Check out our favorite remixes from Sofi Tukker, Star Slinger, Ramzoid, Jerry Folk, Sprix, tofû and more below.
Billie Eilish – COPYCAT (Sofi Tukker Remix) | Stream
Last year, NY dance duo Sofi Tukker went viral between their Grammy nominated hit “Drinkee” and “Best Friend” feature in Apple’s recent iPhone X ad campaign. No strangers to the remix game, these two have taken the time to put their skilled touch on songs by Big Wild, Local Natives, Freedom Fry, and Julietta. Now gracing us with another wonderful remix, Sofi Tukker have turned Billie Eilish‘s “COPYCAT” into a smooth and sultry jam. Electrifying synths ricochet off Billie’s iconic vocals giving the track a rhythmic bounce that is sensationally obsessive. Sofi Tukker seriously slay this Billie Eilish remix.
SZA – Aftermath (Star Slinger Remix) | Free Download
OWSLA signed UK house and hip hop producer Star Slinger has always maintained a status on our radar. Star Slinger has almost 50 remixes to his name, with artists like London Grammar, Kendrick Lamar, ODESZA, Ellie Goulding, and Hundred Waters being just some of the dozens he’s put his signature touch on. Filling SZA‘s “Aftermath” with that glittery UK house we love, Star Slinger brings a funky, incessant groove to the track with shaking percussion and deep bass bumps. Star Slinger absolutely kills this SZA remix.
N.E.R.D – Lemon (Ramzoid Remix) | Free Download
Young Canadian up and comer Ramzoid has easily become one of our favorite producers. His remixes of Flume, Post Malone, Louis The Child, and CRNKN have amassed millions of plays while he’s secured tour slots supporting Jai Wolf and Autograf. Following his recent Next Wave Records released single “BCW”, Ramzoid is back with a fresh take on N.E.R.D‘s “Lemon”. The fun trap infested flip is brilliantly energetic with funky hip hop style percussion and a tingling bass line. Ramzoid seriously levels up with this N.E.R.D remix.
YOKE LORE – Beige (Shy Girls Remix) | Stream
There’s nothing shinier than an artist who take time away from their own music to put their spin on another’s. Portland R&B singer-songwriter Shy Girls has taken electronic music by storming, crafting hits alongside ODESZA, Tei Shi, Cyril Hahn, and The Kite String Tangle. Adding another remix to his growing collection, Shy Girls has flawless flipped YOKE LORE‘s “Beige”. The gorgeous downtempo indie electronic ballad floats effortlessly with a grooving bass line and breezy percussion that gives the YOKE LORE original a luxurious lavishness. Shy Girls certainly outdoes himself with his latest remix.
LINES – You (Spirix Remix) | Free Download
Rising star Spirix has had a magnificent kickoff, with remixes of Sweater Beats, Robotaki and Manila Killa, The Chainsmokers, and Gryffin and Illenium amassing hundreds of thousands of plays before making his debut at SnowGlobe 2017. Continuing to make a statement in they new year, Spirix is back with a gooey remix of LINES‘ “You”. Brilliant synth bumps bounce off sharp snares and a fun, flirty bass line, bursting into a fun dance pop anthem. Spirix definitely keeps his spot as one of our favorite up and comers after this fiery remix.
Charlie Puth – How Long (Jerry Folk Remix) | Stream
Oslo born producer Jerry Folk has only gotten better with age. The growing producer and DJ has put his stamp on the industry with multiple headlining North American tours, collaborations alongside ELOQ, Heavy Mellow, Syre, and Nevve, and remixes of Lemaitre, Billie Eilish, Oh Wonder, and Atlas Bound. Back at it with a new Charlie Puth remix, Jerry Folk takes “How Long” for a wild cross-genre ride. The funky downtempo future bass remix thumps with slapping bass guitar lines and shaking percussion that craft a sensually soulful vibe that is absolutely sensational. Catch Jerry Folk on his co-headlining Foreign Affairs tour with SAINT WKND this winter and get ready to fall in love with his new Charlie Puth remix.
TroyBoi X Ekali – Truth (UNKWN Remix) | Free Download
Korean up and comer UNKWN made waves in 2017, easily making his way onto our list of 25 Artists To Watch In 2018. UNKWN has garnered thousands of plays across his Dim Mak, Quality Goods, and Lowly Palace releases and official remixes of The Chainsmokers, UZ, ATLiens, Stööki Sound, and Mickey Valen. Continuing his streak of wild, energetic remixes, UKWN has put his spin on Troyboi and Ekali‘s recent collaboration “Truth”. The thunderous remix explodes with chiming, hair-raising percussion and grungy, gritty synths that make for an all out banger. This is a new favorite in UNKWN’s collection.
Ember Island – Leaving (Severo Remix) | Stream
Severo has certainly made a name for himself as one half of remix duo NOTD. The young producer is also known for his stellar collaborations having worked with artists like Ellusive and Felix Palmqvist. Back with another knockout remix, Severo has magically flipped Ember Island‘s “Leaving” into a chill future bass banger. Ember Island’s gorgeous vocals float over electrifying synth stabs and crazed percussion that spirals into an epic dance worthy jam. Severo definitely leaves his mark with this remix.
William Black – I Wish (feat. SKYLR) [tofû x Yetep Remix] | Free Download
tofû is easily one of our favorite remixers of the year. With over a dozen remixes each racking up thousands of plays, tofû has put his vibrant future pop touch on songs by Mickey Valen, VÉRITÉ, Kill Paris, PLVTINUM, Lucian, and more. Teaming up with LA producer Yetep, the duo have brilliantly revised William Black‘s recent hit “I Wish”, layering delicate guitar melodies with thumping kicks and sharp snares. tofû and Yetep do a stunningly amazing job uplifting this William Black original.
weezer – Happy Hour (Ødyssey Remix) | Stream
Little known producer Ødyssey has easily made his way onto our radar with his new official Weezer remix. The rising star drapes Weezer’s “Happy Hour” in sensual vocal chops, fluttering synths and smashing percussion that turns the rock original into a popping future bass ballad. Ødyssey is definitely one to keep an eye out for this year.
Youth Group – Forever Young (LUUDE Flip) | Free Download
Growing Australian starlet LUUDE has been impressing us for some time. With remixes of RL Grime, Zayn and Taylor Swift, Flume, and What So Not and GANZ already in his bag of tricks, LUUDE’s latest addition is a gooey flip of Youth Group‘s “Forever Young”. The Elysian Records released producer wraps a sultry guitar melody and thumping drums around the soulful indie vocals, giving the track a breezy summer infested vibe. LUUDE seriously impresses with this Youth Group remix.
San Holo – One Thing (Marcioz Remix) | Stream
Brazilian bitbird producer Marcioz is back with his second official San Holo remix and it is mere perfection. The remix follows Marcioz’s bitbird released collaboration with Slow Shudder “How To Fall In Love With A Machine” and remix of San Holo’s “The Future”. Marcioz’s latest “One Thing” remix flutters with wonky, playful synths that give the track a fun video game vibe. Marcioz certainly does some outstanding work on this San Holo remix.
Gryffin – Nobody Compares To You (Olmos Remix) [feat. Katie Pearlman] | Stream
Olmos, known for his remixes of Lido, Manila Killa and AObeats, Whethan, Mickey Valen, and more, recently wowed us with his “Good Love” collaboration alongside VenessaMichaels and Effy. His latest remix, out now as part of Gryffin‘s official “Nobody Compares To You” remix pack, turns up the Katie Pearlman featured track with sultry guitar melodies, playful snaps, and shimmering percussion that will have you dancing. Olmos seriously knocks this Gryffin remix out of the park.
Camila Cabello – Real Friends (Leowi & NGO Remix) | Free Download
Leowi and NGO are no strangers to collaboration having previously teamed up to remix Cheat Codes’ “No Promises” and The Chainsmokers’ “Honest”. Brining their collaborative nature into 2018, Lithuanian 17 year old Leowi and Bay Area 18 year old NGO has partnered again to flip Camila Cabello‘s “Real Friends”. Gorgeous guitar strums play off the dark bass stabs while snares roll underneath Cabello’s sultry vocals. The flirty future bass remix is sure to be a new favorite.
Liam Payne & Rita Ora – For You (SAXITY ft. Adam Christopher & Caity McBride) | Free Download
SAXITY is back with a brilliant remix of Liam Payne and Rita Ora‘s new Fifty Shades Freed collaboration “For You”. The German deep house duo have garnered millions of plays across their remixes of Justin Timberlake, The Chainsmokers, Calvin Harris, Kygo, and more. Their latest “For You” remix is lusciously romantic with sultry saxophone chimes, thumping bass guitar strums and glittery synths bouncing off the upbeat house driven percussion. SAXITY definitely levels up with this remix.
Lauv – I Like Me Better (Hälder Remix) | Free Download
We’ve heard tons of remixes of Lauv‘s “I Like Me Better” but none come close to this. Newcomer Hälder has made a statement with his lush remixes of Cheat Codes, Khalid, and Kygo but his Lauv remix is simply off the charts outstanding. The remix stays true to the original, twisting the anthem’s iconic drop and elevating Lauv’s vocals with an effervescent, breezy soundscape. Hälder should definitely stay on your radar after this sensational remix.
Lucian X Jupe – Love & Leave Ft. Tim Moyo (Coopex Remix) | Free Download
19 year old French producer Coopex has does nothing short of impress with his latest remix. Flipping Lucian and Jupe‘s “Love & Leave”, Coopex spins the track into a vibrant future trap anthem. Crazy kicks and snares spiral under the thumping bass line and fluttering synths, crafting the perfect dance floor hit. Coopex is definitely one to keep an eye on this year.
Two Friends ft. Kevin Writer – While We’re Dreaming (Raider Remix) | Free Download
Remixes of Two Friends and Kevin Writer‘s “While We’re Dreaming” have taken over our SoundCloud streams for the past few weeks and we’ve got another goodie on our hands. Following his recent VÉRITÉ remix alongside Airmow, Raider has blessed us with his take on the Two Friends favorite. Barcelona-based 17 year old producer majestically reinvents the tune with a dark bellowing bass, whistling melody and thumping kicks. Raider’s twisted take on “While We’re Dreaming” is ominous and shadowy and utterly mesmerizing.
GRMM – Give Me Up (Koyö Remix) | Free Download
Up and comer Koyö is bringing his luxurious trap into 2018 with a spectacular remix of GRMM‘s “Give Me Up”. He lusciously combines future R&B, hip hop and trap to craft this deliciously elegant remix. The rhythmic remix bounces with funky percussion and deep bass stabs that glisten under GRMM’s ethereal echoing vocals. Koyö definitely doesn’t disappoint with his latest remix.
ODESZA – Across the Room feat. Leon Bridges (Fluencee Remix) | Free Download
Fluencee first impressed us with his magical remix of Win and Woo’s “Gold”. Kicking the year off with a stunning ODESZA flip, Fluencee has awed us yet again with his latest “Across The Room” remix. Bright melodies ring out amongst the shiny, whistling synths and glittery percussion, perfectly accentuating Leon Bridges‘ soulful vocals. This fun and flirty remix is another gorgeous remix in Fluencee’s captivating streak.
KRANE & MYRNE – Monarch (Kivnon Remix) | Stream
German producer Kivnon has been on our radar since he first dazzled us with two fiery remixes of 6LACK’s “PRBLMS” and Mickey Valen’s “Wildcard” alongside RTT favorites it’s different. Bringing a promising start into the new year, Kivnon has entered KRANE and MYRNE‘s Splice remix contest were a destined contender. Kivnon spins their collaborative single “Monarch” into a thumping, vibrating bellowing trap remix. Dark synth stabs rumble off of the escalating percussion, building the track into a epic trap uproar. Kivnon is definitely one to watch for this year.
Steve Aoki – Night Call ft. Migos & Lil Yachty (Dark Heart Remix) | Stream
Rising LA transplant Dark Heart has been impressing for some time with his stellar remixes of blackbear, The Chainsmokers, AObeats, and more. Out now as part of Steve Aoki‘s official Kolony remix pack, the Indiana born producer takes on the renowned DJ’s Migos and Lil Yachty featured single “Night Call”. He turns the track into a dark trap anthem with sharp snares building the percussion into a savagely rowdy drop. Dark Heart is sure to explode after this massive remix.
Charlie XCX – After The Afterparty (Rando & SKUM Remix) | Free Download
Stockholm producers SKUM have begun their play to stardom with their third remix to date, following earlier flips of 21 Savage and Khalid earlier this month. For their latest Charli XCX remix, SKUM has teamed up with 19 year old Australian wonderkid Rando, known for his vibrant “Octahate” trap remix and releases with Daruma and Hebinomichi. The trio have bumped Charlie’s “After The Afterparty” into a vibrantly eclectic remix with wild percussion taking over her pop infested vocals, giving the track a brilliant tribal vibe. SKUM and Rando are definitely on our radar after this fantastic remix.
NSTASIA – Belong to You (Fallow Remix) | Free Download
.fallow is one of those producers who reminds you why you first fell in love with electronic music. The newcomer has flaunted his way onto our radar with his gorgeous remix of NSTASIA‘s “Belong To You”. The gracefully produced R&B remix begins with elegant synth stabs and mellow kicks before flirting hip hop style percussion and wonky synths that bring this chilled remix into a magical chorus. .fallow is easily a new favorite after this majestic debut remix.
Billie Eilish – Bored (A\V CLUB Edit) | Free Download
Chicago newcomers A\V CLUB is sure to be making waves on our pages this year following this stunning debut remix. Smoothly layering vibrating synths and bright bongos under Billie Eilish‘s iconic ethereal vocals, A\V CLUB has bumped her single “Bored” into a dance worthy chill house grind. The thumping bass line counters the shimmering percussion and playfully bounces off Billie’s perfect vocals. A\V CLUB is destined to be this year’s stunner.
Harry Styles – Sign Of The Times (ENHANCER REMIX) | Free Download
Back for his second week in a row, ENHANCER is becoming a new regular with his latest remix of Harry Styles‘ “Sign Of The Times”. The diverse producer shows he’s capable of more than just the future bass magic we heard last week, skillfully boasting glittery future house over the Harry Styles original. Naturally filled with sharp snaps and bright synths, ENHANCER continues to live up to his name, enhancing “Sign Of The Times” into a future house anthem.
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