Summer Festivals Recession Style

This ones for all the people like us who spent all their money on arizona green teas and snickelfritz and cant afford to go to Coachella anymore. Dont let the recession harsh your mellow though cause theres a bunch of festivals this summer that are in epic locations, have stacked lineups, and are pretty cheap.  If you havent had the festival experience yet I definitely recommend you plan out the road trip, grab your dabbles and camping gear, and make some serious moves to one of this shows.


Lightning in a Bottle
May 28 - 31
Irvine, California
3 Day Pass: 190 $
lightninginabottle.org/

Highlights: Big Gigantic, Booka Shade, Beats Antique, Eliot Lipp, Emancipator, Eoto, Kraddy, MartyParty, Mimosa, Nosaj Thing, Ott, Random Rab, Solillaquists of Sound, Vibesquad
































Wakarusa
June 3 - 6
Ozark, Arkansas
3 Day Pass: 144 $ (camping pass not included)

http://www.wakarusa.com/

Highlights: STS9, Umphrey's McGee, The Disco Biscuits, Slightly Stoopid, Bassnectar, Lotus, Rebelution, Boombox, EOTO, Ott, Mimosa, Big Gigantic, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, Passafire

(Definitely trying to make it to this one...The line up is stacked, the road trip-ing will be epic, and its in the middle of the forest...doesnt get much better)

Sonic Bloom
June 25 - 27
Bellvue, Colorado (Mishawaka Amphitheater)
3 Day Pass: 144 $
www.sonicbloomfestival.com/ 

 

Highlights: EOTO, Vibesquad, Boombox, Big Gigantic, Zilla, Random Rab, Bassnectar, Mimosa, Future Simple, Beats Antique, Savoy

(Also another epic festival...Ive heard nothing but good things about the Mishawaka...Cervantes is hosting a filthy preparty to prepare you for the grime to come)

Electric Daisy Carnival

Denver - June 12

Los Angeles - June 25 & 26th

2 Day Pass - Around 110$ last year

www.electricdaisycarnival.com

No lineup announced yet but I highly recommend going...Being in the LA Colosseum for this last year was absolutely insane...70,000 people, 5 stages, carnival rides, and ALL the LA freakshows...Thievery Corporation, Pretty Lights, Boys Noize killed it....Don't miss it.

Camp Bisco
July 15 - 17
Mariaville, New York (Indian Lookout Country Club)
3 Day Pass: 155 $
www.campbisco.net/

Highlights: The Disco Biscuits, Thievery Corporation, LCD Soundsystem, Bassnectar, Pretty Lights, Major Lazer, Diplo, The New Deal, Rusko, Gift of Gab, Felix Cartel, Emancipator, SOJA, Kill the Noise, The Black Seeds, ESKMO, Big Gigantic, Mimosa, Dubskin

(By far the most stacked out of all the line ups...Big names and lots of different styles of music...For 155 bucks, this one is definitely worth it...)

I know its early but we'll put up individual reviews of each of the festivals when they get closer...Keep these in mind as your strugglin though finals, summers gettin close....Stay sucka free. Peace.

_ENJOI EPROM_

_-EPROM-_

  Long story short, on my way home from Paris I accidently deleted my entire itunes of music. The only positive I see out of this is I get to restart my collection so that means new tunes to be found. I've forsure seen this next DJ's name on some flyers for past festivals. Having all this time now to re-do my itunes collection for new whomps, I made sure to get all the EPROM I could. The man is from Nor Cal - SF , and just basically throws down the headbangers. Eprom has shows all April + May all along California's Coast. You should 100% check him out, and he's also be playing many festivals this summer. Enjoi Eprom.

EPROM - 'Hendt'

EPROM - 'Shlop'

-ENJOI EPROM

4plu

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Monday Morning Mellows

So here we are, its Monday, spring break is over, and if most of you are feeling like me, you are pretty harshed right now on school, work, or both... Anyways, got some good tracks for you people to help get your day and week going the right way. Make sure to check out Shaken unStirred, a new funky electronic-jazzy original by our man Julian Wheating (JDubssss)... But shit, pop these on and feel better, Fridays only 4 days away... CheerS!

JDUBSsSs$(Original mix) - Shaken unStirred


The xx - Islands (Nosaj Thing Remix)


Pretty Lights - Understand Me Now


The Glitch Mob - Drive it Like You Stole It


Dwight K. Schrute Vs. Weezy – Office Musik (Clockwork Edit)

STS9 SUMMER CONCERT SCHEDULE

Its official... STS9 has finally dropped their complete show schedule for this coming summer. Once again STS9 will bless so many of us with their mind-blowing music and visual effects... The tour, which begins August 10, will hit several stops in the Northeast and continue southwest, making their way to their final stop Red Rocks Amphitheater. With the likes of Big Gigantic, Bassnectar, and Disco Biscuits to just name a few, coming along for the ride, this tour is set to be epic... Check below for the Colorado show dates and check out the complete concert schedule on STS9's website below... TICKETS GO ON SALE tomorrow, March 27 at 10AM MST on STS9's website, http://sts9.com/, so set alarms!

Date                    Location

9.09.10                 Boulder Theatre

9.10.10                 Red Rocks Amphitheatre

9.11.10                 Red Rocks Amphitheatre

If for some stupid reason you need convincing, check out the link below to the full live recording of their last show at Red Rocks.

STS9 07-25-2009 @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Alex B: "Moments" Preview

Coming out of Colorado, and stepping on to the music scene in 2004  with the three man piece Pnuma Trio, Alex B has been helping produce some super funky and dynamic beats. Using some wild effects, layers and layers of synth, and several generes of music (hip-hop, electro, glitch to name a few)  Alex B creates a dizzying and distinct type of music that you are sure to play over and over. He has now entered the solo field, getting ready to drop his first single mixtape titled "Moments". Dropping on his own record label Elm & Oak, the album is set to have 17 tracks that will not disappoint... Peep this first track released "You and I Both Know". Check back on his website www.alexbeats.com to get the complete CD in April or for upcoming show dates and tickets ... 

Alex B - You and I Both Know mp3 (right click to download)

New Free Bassnectar: Magical World

Once again, Bassnectar has failed to disappoint, dropping a new free banger with enough bass to corrupt your robot ears. The new track titled Magical World, is a "musical mutation" between his new song Timestrech and Nelly Furtado's classic Turn Out the Lights. Seriously, go download this song now, its free, bonkers, and sure to get your feet moving and head wobblinggg... CHEErS PeoplE..!

Bassnectar - Magical World mp3 (follow download instructions)

JAY-Z to STS9, "HELP...!" plus SUMMER TOUR UPDATE

It seems that the World Renown Rapper Jay-Z had a little trouble selling tickets to his March 22, Pepsi Center show in Denver. His Solution... STS9. Apparently, Jay-Z got it right, as the alotment of STS9 tickets sold out in nearly minutes... Hey Jay step aside because the Pepsi Center is about to get TRIBAL... good thing its your retirement tour, AY... Alright enough hating on Jay-Z, but for real, if you plan on checking this show out make sure to show up early because STS9 is planned to go on at 9pm. 

If your like me and would rather wait, you'll soon be able to no when the next time they will be around town is, as their Summer Tour tickets are set to go on SALE Saturday, March 27 10AM MST... Tour dates and locations are set to drop any day now. Keep it posted right here for updates and a full tour schedule when announced.... For now, heres a download link to their New Years Show from this year from The Wells Fargo Theatre in Denver, been jammin to it since the New Year, EnjoY PeoplE...

STS9 Live @ Wells Fargo Theatre - 12/31/09

BASSNECTAR stretches hearing capabilities with "Timestretch"

"I guess Bassnectar is an amalgamation of every sound i've ever heard, mixed with ultra wicked basslines..."

-Bassnectar

Here it is kids. The long awaited release of Lorin Ashton AKA BASSNECTAR's newest EP "Timestretch" is finally upon us. And let me tell you, this one does not disappoint! With 4 original BANGERS and Remixes by heavy hitters such as SPL and West Coast Lo Fi, this EP is sure to keep your body moving and and your brain flippin'! Purchase this top notch banger below and we promise your brain will be hurtin' so good. What else would you expect from an artist who describes his sound as "Wobbling, churning, surging soundtracks in any form or mood, combining explosive basslines with everything plus the kitchen sync....omnitempo maximalism quivering gush-hop and multi-directional meltdown music. No rules, no limits, no boundaries."Bassnectar we are not worthy.

Scope the samples below! And PURCHASE FULL EP HERE!

  

Don't blame us if you can't stop jammin' to this!

-4plu

Irie vibes for IRATION

IRATION 

NEW CD - TIMEBOMB

LAW RECORDS (Pepper's Label)

GOOD SOLID IRIE VIBES

"The islands of Hawaii are not only the biggest influence on Iration’s sound they are home to all of its members. Iration was born from a love of all types of music and a desire to create something new. Elements of Reggae, Rock, and Pop are mixed with keyboard/synth and melodic vocal lines to create something truly unique. Iration is best heard in a live setting where you can truly experience the full spectrum of their range. They have proven to truly have an understanding of modern and traditional performance techniques that keep crowds of fans’, both younger and older, hands in the air and heads bobbing, along with those females’ hips gyrating. These Hawaiian raised naturally talented musicians look forward to spreading their original sound, aloha spirit, and cutting edge (surf) culture as far as possible and will continue to make original music."


Myspace:
http://www.myspace.com/iration


LIVE VIDEO FROM THEIR SINGLE 'TURN AROUND':

IRATION PLAYs @ FOX THEATRE

WED - APRIL 29

TIX $10 / $14 @ door

GET ON IT PEOPLE

IRIE GOOD TIMES

-4PLU LOVE

SAVE THE DATE : SAVOY

Based in Boulder, Colorado, Savoy has now begun to spread their original headbangers throughout the land. Made up of Gray Smith, Ben Eberdt, and Mike Kelly, SAVOY creates a unique blend of techno, rock, hip-hop, and heavy heavy bass that brings enough energy and rage to the show to make your panties drop... These guys are set to play an epic show in Boulder on April 2 and if you haven't got your ticket, better get realll soon before there gone... *Secret has it they are busting out an insane new light show for this one* 


Everyone going to the show should make sure to show up a little earlier then usual, fresh off his show at the Fox with AZ and Cormega, our man Andrew Hathaway (Hathbanger) will be opening, and is for sure to start the night off right, throwin down some bonkers beats and mashups... Check out the video of SAVOY live at the FOX and check out the free downloads of them and Hathbanger below... 
Happy Wobblessss

Show Details: SAVOY with Hathbanger and Fresh2Death @ Boulder Theatre - April 2, 2010.
Purchase tickets here: http://www.bouldertheater.com/event_detail.php?id=1250
Check out these free downloads of SAVOY and Hathbanger...
SAVOY DOWNLOADS
Hathbanger featuring Fleshlite and Ashley Hancock - Lonely sTroll

Monday Morning Mellows with Big Gigantic

Its Monday once again...BUMMER

Thought I'd give everyones' robot ears a break for now and throw on a nice mellow tune to help get all the cranks outta bed. Check out the piece below by one of my favorites Big Gigantic. "The two-man sound-machine of Dominic Lalli and Jeremy Salken showcases an array of gripping composition combining elements of a DJ and a live band setup, mixing thoughtful melodic ideas, with pulsating dance tunes. Big Gigantic flavors the electronic music scene with powerful sax solos and soulful synth lines on top of super hot beats..." creating some of the funkiest and original music around... I highly, highly suggest taking a minute to check them out, it could change your whole day around... Mixtapes for free at their myspace below !!

Be EasY PeoplE...

Big Gigantic Live @ Fox Theatre - Got To Keep On

http://www.myspace.com/biggigantic - FREE MIXTAPES

FAKE BLOOD - boy8bit @ BETA

_FAKE BLOOD_ + -BOY-8-BIT-

@ BETA NIGHTCLUB (DENVER)

THUR. MARCH 18, 2010

TIX - $10

FAKE BLOOD MYSPACE:

http://www.myspace.com/welovefakeblood

Armand Van Helden - I Want Your Soul (Fake Blood Remix):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CrW6RYI_D0

BOY 8 BIT: 

http://www.myspace.com/boy8bit

Going to be a whomper, hope people enjoy. :) 

New Crookers EP : Tons of Friends

On Monday, Crookers dropped their newest EP full of nasty originals as well as mixes with plenty of surprise feats and appearances throughout the album. Titled, Tons of Friends, these tracks are bound to have your ears ringing through the night and is sure to make the party just a little funkier then warranted... Here is just one song that is definitely worth throwing on tonight,check it out and enjoI...

Royal T (Featuring Roisin Murphy) - Crookers 

Purchase the entire mixtape on Itunes or at:

http://www.crookers.net/blog/news/tons-of-friends-released/

-Whomps, Wobbles, and Cheerz.

This is HOT MESS

Hot Mess is the brain child of Ohio based DJs, Vacate & K-Way. Their splooge of electro, dubstep, and fidget beats makes for some top-notch party music. Of course this is what we’re all about here at 4plu, so it is our pleasure to give you only the best. BEWARE: This is some panty droppin', jump out your shoes business!
Hot Mess- Sweat it Out
Hot Mess-Purple Shirt

Here's two of their EP "Messed Up". (Available Below)
Hot Mess- Twist It
Hot Mess-Dip!

For the entire Hot Mess "Messed Up" EP Click Here!

FUTURE SIMPLE PROJECT - COMMUZICATION (WHOMP!)

"Future Simple Project is an amalgamation of musical, movement and aerial artists. FSP features audio performers Raja Ananda & Mikey Fisher of Family Moons, who are joined by aerial fabric dancers and movement artists from Lunar Fire, Kaivalya and Cosmic Fire. Together they weave a visual soundscape intertwined with pretty melodies, complex rhythms, gripping basslines and mystifying movement."

(FREE) - F.S.P. 'COMMUZICATION' DOWNLOAD:

http://futuresimpleproject.com/?q=music

Future Simple Project Myspace:

http://www.myspace.com/futuresimpleproject

Take a listen, and ENJOI!

PRETTY LIGHTS VIDEOS WILL BE UPLOADED AND POSTED TOMORROW!

-4PLU

Grimes and Times of Mim0sa : Psychedelic Stereo EP

For all you blockheads who have not heard Mim0sa yet, where yaaa been..? For everyone else, there's Pyschedelic Stereo, EP number two out of Mim0sa. These tracks are filled with beats that are for sure to make you go bonkers and keep the grime and get downs going all night.  Anyways, I highly suggest the purchase of this mix, which can be purchased at the link below for a whopping $6.99, WELL WORTH IT. 


Check these tracks out at Mim0sa Myspace as well as several other sick mixtapes that are sure to make all you kiddys with not taste in music look really cool this Friday night...

Purchase Psychedelic Stereo here:

http://www.addictech.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=44841

 Check Mimosa out on his Psychedelic Stereo Tour, playing with Vibesquad in Denver at the Gothic Theatre, April 3... Bound to get funkY so Swoop your tickets NOW. Be easy aLL.

FORTUNATE YOUTH

"Fortunate Youth is a collaboration of South Bay reggae stand-outs. Coming from various bands, they've created a phenomenal 7 piece bringing more fire to the stage than ever before. Combining rootsy vibes and heavy bass lines united with multiple harmonies and boisterous solos, separates Fortunate Youth from every other mainstream reggae band. With their high energy approach and positive stage presence they provide an unforgettable show to every music fan."

Check out their NEW EP Up-Lifted on Itunes! 

Burn one down and keep it irie. 

Myspace:

http://www.myspace.com/fortunateyouth

Website:

http://www.fortunatemusic.com/

Interview from the band coming soon, check back. 

-4PLU

Ladies and Gentlemen!

Dear Everyone Reading This,

I'm glad you choose to come get your daily whomps and all other sorts of great tunes from us, SOOO I'ma start this shizznizzle off with some laid back smoke bleezys and junts tunes before I blow the fuse on your robot ears.

Here's an unreleased Snoop joint.

Snoop Dogg (feat. Katt Williams) - All My Bitches

And an amazingly used sample courtesy of Devin tha Dude and Paul Wall

Paul Wall Feat. Devin tha Dude - Smoke Weed Everyday

Enjoi

-brett

PRETTY LIGHTS - CO shows this week!

Pretty lights is hitting up the fort collins, boulder, and denver areas this weekend. 

I'll be posting pix and live footage from the Boulder Theatre & Fox Theatre show!

E-mail me any pictures or footage from any of the shows and they will be posted. 

maxf4plu@gmail.com

Thanks. 

WHOMP!!!!!!!!!

Make sure and grab his new EP MAKING UP A CHANGING MIND!

shoWHOMPER 4 March

If your a young college student, and would like to release some stress and relieve some teacher anger. Dancing, raging, and dilly dabblin' can help release that tension. The shoWHOMPER of each month, is the best electronic show in the Boulder / Denver area. 

_This month winner goes to_ 

JACK BEATS 

including:

dj craze

12th planet

@ THE GOTHIC THEATRE

tix $20.50              

Ultra Music Festival vs. Coachella

Ultra Music Festival vs. Coachella

battle of the spring time WHOMP!

I basically broke it down to the (+) and (-) of each festival.

Make your decision soon.

Sorry to all 15 year old teenage girls who love David guetta, this may not be the right Blog for you.