Top 5: Mashup Madness
Mashups are nothing new. For as long as Hip-hop has existed, DJ’s have sampled and created something greater than the sum of its parts. What is new is the accessibility the digital age has allowed into the world of sampling. This is true both on the producer and listener levels. Anyone with a computer and a copy of AudioMulch can try their hand at a remix and we, the listeners, can find and judge what they post to the net. So without further delay, here are my top 5 must hear mash-ups. I linked to their hypem page, so favorite them while you are there to give them some much deserved publicity!
1. The White Panda – Ice Chrome Paint Job
In this battle to the death, The White Panda pits Chromeo up against Dorrough. Out of the rubble rises an up-beat, electro-pop version of the one of 2009′s most misunderstood songs. But, who cares about the meaning with a dancefloor filler like this. The White Panda – Ice Chrome Paint Job
2. DJ Topcat – Time to Listen
Tailib Kwali raps over MGMT’s trippy Time to Pretend in a song that is the epitomy of the college music experience. Topcat breaks MGMT’s track down into recognizable, component pieces, glues them together with an inspired beat, and produces something reminiscent of a long-form Girl Talk track. DJ Topcat – Time to Listen
3. Hathbanger – Party and Bullshit
Some of the most successful mashups are the ones that make no sense, but somehow just work. This remix between Biggie and Miley falls into that category. I was never a fan of either of the original tracks, but Hathbanger brings them together to form something amazing. Hathbanger – Party and Bullshit
4. Starters DJs – Cream your Friends
In this frenetic composition the Starter DJs blend a little Wu-Tang into J.U.S.T.I.C.E and find a concoction that is irresistible. A hella syncopated and driving beat will help you express your approval on the dancefloor. Starters DJs – Cream your Friends
5. Fox Mashups – Hot Schoolyard
Sometimes mashups hide their flaws in the frantic mess that we have come to love. Lucky for you, Fox has no flaws to hide on the smooth track combining the stylings of Snoop, Pharrell, and the Jurassic 5. Fox Mashups – Hot Schoolyard
Also check out The Hood Internet. I didn’t include any of their tracks on this list since you should enjoy their Mixtape Volume 4 in its entirety.