Hello Fam-a-lam!

The reviews are in for my RJD2 remix, and the response was once again overwhelming! Time Out NY called me a “Brooklyn studio whiz,” The UK Independent noted that I’m “quickly becoming the go-to guy for remixes among the indie sector,” some more Sirius/XM satellite radio airplay, sat on Elbo.ws top ten list for well over a week, and for the 4th time this year hit #1 on the Hypemachine charts!

So… ttttthankkkkk yyyyyyouuuu a million times over to those of you out there that listened and/or had something kind to say!

Before I get down to business, I should tell y’all I’m hard at work on a few new remixes, two of which are quite different from my usual fare, in large part because there’s FEMALE SINGERS on both… Oooooooh

And now, down to bloggin’ bizzzness:

The Independent “Quickly becoming the go-to guy for remixes among the indie sector, Wilkis has a knack for retaining the integrity of the original track but adding just enough flavour to make the interpretation fresh and worth listening to.”
Time Out NY “This new version—reworked by Brooklyn studio whiz Alan Wilkis—is even better… A mix of between G-funk, classic soul and sunny California pop”
Altsounds “Be sure to take heed.”
Consequence of Sound
Better Propaganda
Pigeons and Planes
Killah Beez
Done Waiting
Day and Night “We cherish Alan Wilkis for his great remixes… This mix is pure funk, which mixes up sweetly with the song’s vocals.”
Hip Hop Press
Minneapolis Fucking Rocks “Wilkis draws the soulful, Wonder-esque vocals of the original and adds Parliament-thick synth-bass for a funky, taut remix.”
The Coolest Out “Another brilliant remix by the in vogue electronic singer/producer”
Rap Reviews
My Old Kentucky Blog
Above the Fold
Boom Boom Chik
Hip Hop Site
Cause = Time
Friday Mixtape
The Needle Drop
Daily Beatz “Alan Wilkis has done it yet again… This may be may favorite.”
Sheena Beaston “AW slows the track a bit, but not before adding some super funky keys and the magical dusting of his midas touch.”
Imageyenation “Wilkis gave the track some two-step-worthy ‘80s dancefloor thump and added a hefty dose of synthesized “Mothership” Funk.”
Green Shoelace
Hero Hill
TheMusic.FM
Katarokkar
Snob’s Music “Our favorite remixer, Alan Wilkis, is at it again.”
Silence is a Rhythm Too
The Daily Rind
Atari Cool Kids Forever
Skippers Chippers “His delightful take on RJD2’s ‘The Shining Path’ in my opinion is better than the original, and has that feel good groove coursing through it’s slap bass”
True to Sound “It’s fantastic, and better than the original in my opinion.”
S’il Vous Plait “AW’s remixes have a great variation in style, but one thing they do share is that they always come out the other end precision-made, smooth as silk, big fun and oh-so-cool.”
Subservient Experiment
No Modest Bear
Planeta Pop
Pop Stereo
LA is the new NY “Quickly becoming THE remixer of the moment.”
Some Kind of Awesome
Revenge of Rob Gordon
Blastercase
Static Television
Music for Perfect People
Attack Attack Attack “Another Alan Wilkis gem”
Stop.Play.Rewind
Billy Suede “The man has done it again… Simply can’t get enough… Keep them coming, Alan!”
JayeL Audio
Sonic Diet
Loren Wohl
Cater
Daft Who?
The World in a Paper Cup
Your Third Ear
Together in Digital Dreams
Sounds and Colors “Alan Wilkis remixes are too legit”
Nick’s Picks
How Can You Start a Movement…
Wright Stuff
Les Enfants Terribles

Hi friends!

My “Sweet Disposition” remix has struck again, this time with a trifecta of exciting news tidbits. First off, it’s been released on the latest Ministry of Sound compilation, “Hed Kandi: Nu Disco.” It features Chromeo, Fred Falke, Lindstrom, Grizzly Bear, Passion Pit, and… me? You can check it out here:

http://www.ministryofsound.com/product/na/albums/cd/hed_kandi_nu_disco_%282cd%29/

“…featuring a myriad of modern day disco gems taken from a dance music phenomenon that has taken over Hed Kandi headquarters and every enlightened dancefloor across the globe… Nu Disco is Hed Kandi’s perspective on the natural evolution of our beloved disco as it is transformed into the pioneering distant futuristic sound of the 21st century. This is disco’s budding romance with science fiction…”

Next order of business, the SD remix snuck it’s way onto DJ-AM-protegé DJ Morse Code’s latest mix, entitled “Walking on the Moon!” It’s a great mix (and not just because I’m biased!) – Calvin Harris, VHS or Beta, Miike Snow, and many more… Check it:

And lastly, just stumbled upon a rando BMX trick video, featuring Luke Marchant of Fly Bikes:

Hope all’s well. It’s finally warming up here in Brooklyn, so I’m a happy little clam… LATERZZZZZZZ!

-A

Uh. C’mon. Bounce… C’MON!

It gives me IMMENSE pleasure to present my latest remix of RJD2’s “The Shining Path” from his new album, “The Colossus” (BUY IT). RJ is a 10-year-strong musical innovator and pioneer, and it’s been an honor to correspond with him and work on this. Furthermore, today on his website, he said he loves what I did with the remix, and I’m still buzzing quite a bit about that.

The man is a legend and needs no introduction. I vividly remember hearing “Ghostwriter” for the first time, and thinking “YES…” RJ’s unique vision, ability to cross genres, and garner the respect of so many major artists and fans alike is unparalleled. Also worth noting, he’s released his latest record himself, abandoning the traditional record label model at a high level. That’s something I wish I saw more of in the world and is pretty inspiring, to say the least.

As I tried to explain the big-deal-ness of this project to my parents, they looked at me encouragingly but blankly… until I explained that his song, “A Beautiful Mine,” was licensed as the theme song to AMC’s “Mad Men,” at which point their eyes lit up – “oh we LOVE that song.” Damn straight!

Enough gushing, and on to the remix… It features Grammy-nominated Phonte Coleman of Little Brother and The Foreign Exchange on vocals. Without getting too technical/music-dorky about it, the original song (listen here) had a 6/8 feel, reminiscent of some classic Motown. As I listened to Phonte’s vocal, though, I saw the potential to hear it as a straight 4/4 rhythm, but with hints of triplets. In non-dork terms, I gave the song a very different feel – elements of G-Funk, California 60’s surf-pop, 8-bit sounds, and more… I hope the result will make you want to strut in the sunshine. Check it out:

DOWNLOAD: “The Shining Path (Alan Wilkis Remix)” – RJD2

Enjoy it, and please help spread the word if you like what you hear!

Much love,
A