More XX

The XX are one of the years best “new” bands. Their full-length, self-titled, debut record has gotten critical acclaim from everyone and even gained them a spot on Pitchfork’s highly touted “Best New Music” list. Like all bands these days, The XX are hopping on the remix bandwagon and taking their “r&b meets art pop” approach to other peoples songs. On their remix of Florence + The Machine, they use an acapella loop from the original track, splice it into some shuffling drum patterns and use a nice bouncy bass. They also layer their own alternating boy/girl vocals, a staple on their record. This is an excellent song, extremely warm and sensual.

Florence + The Machine – You’ve Got the Love (XX Remix)

Jamie from The XX then tackles “Money Box” from Eliza Doolittle. He shows that he is just as talented on his own as he is backed by his band. Using squiggly sounding synths to balance out the sugary vocals the track is just plain cute. He also did a little dubstep flavored remix of  label-mate, Jack Penate.

Make sure you don’t miss The XX on tour all over Europe and North America this fall.

Jack Penate – Pull My Heart Away (Jamie XX Remix)
Eliza Doolittle – Money Box (Jamie XX Remix)

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