The Rakes - "22 Grand Job (Filthy Dukes Society remix)" - SOTD [6-17-15]

A twist on a punk rock jam from The Rakes this version is slowed down by the Filthy Dukes Society. A lot is added to the remix including electronic elements, while also mellowing out the pace of the song. In the original version by The Rakes they have a much faster beat and different features to the song. The Rakes have a clapping section and the whole song is just about 2 minutes total. It's cool to listen to both versions to see a transition from indie/punk rock into a sort of industrial/new wave rock remix. Flithy Dukes Society starts the song the same way but the drums immediately set the tone saying that it's going to slow way down. Rock out both versions and see which one you like better.

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New Young Pony Club - "Ice Cream" - Song of the Day [12/9/14]

This is one of those few poppy bands that is too good to hate on. "Ice Cream" was the first New Young Pony Club song I ever heard, but it wasn't until later that I realized how cool a lot of their songs are. Tracks like "Get Lucky" and "The Bomb" convey a similar punk 80's new wave style that perfectly appeals to my nostalgia sweet tooth. All of the New Young Pony Club official videos are completely awesome utilizing throwback visual effects, with clever cuts and wipes. Go check out the Official NYPC Website for tour dates, music, and merch from the band.

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