This week entails a whopping four songs being released, three of which are remixes of previously released FiXT songs, and the fourth being a completely different artist’s song remixed.
The first song is Scandroid’s Afterglow [Michael Oakley Remix], which is a great song on its own. U.K. synthwave artist/producer Michael Oakley joins the impressive list of remixers on Scandroid’s full-length remix album Dreams in Monochrome and takes the already retro-inspired track “Afterglow,” and pushes it even further into a classic 80s vibe. Developing the track into full-on synth-pop with 80s drums and retro dance grooves, Michael Oakley showcases his pristine production as a rising star in synthwave.
Second is Circle of Dust’s Embracing Entropy (feat. Celldweller) [The Plague Remix]. New York rock band The Plague deliver an intense remix of Circle of Dust’s “Embracing Entropy,” as frontman and writer/producer David Adam Monroe re-vamps the entire track, more akin to a cover than a remix. Re-recording and re-producing all the primary instruments, from guitars and bass to drums and synths, the track transforms from an electronic opus to an aggressive onslaught.
The remix marks a milestone for The Plague as David Adam Monroe found inspiration from Celldweller while creating the Plague’s debut album Hope for the F.U.T.U.R.E. In a 2017 interview with 100 Percent Rock, David was asked to name one collaborator to do a song with, to which he replied “If I had to choose, Celldweller. He does a lot of production like me where he plays all the instruments and writes and records and mixes. His ability to fuze guitars and synths is uncanny and I love it.” While not technically a collaboration, The Plague’s remix of “Embracing Entropy” might just be the next best thing.
Third is Sunset Neon’s Everything [Josh Money Remix]. Atlanta based electronic artist/producer Josh Money returns to the FiXT ranks with a fresh remix of Sunset Neon’s “Everything.” Peering through Sunset Neon’s curtain of VHS haze, Josh Money creates a hauntingly decadent blast of atmospheric nostalgia & ethereal vocals samples crescendoing into a breakout of future house synths and EDM pulses, all while retaining the charm of the original vocals.
The final song is Voicians’ remix of Breathe. Germany based electronic artist/producer Voicians has crafted an elegant liquid drum & bass cover of Swedish EDM heavyweight Eric Prydz track “Breathe” (feat. Rob Swire). The track prominently features Voicians’ smooth vocals and electronic programming, and showcases his passion for vocal based drum & bass.
“The original is a masterpiece. I’m really in love with the songwriting and lyrics by Swire. Many have compared my voice to Swire, so it will be fun to hear what people think of the cover. Enjoy!” – Voicians
For all the different options to purchase or listen to these songs, check out the list for each one here, here, here, and here.