Shocktoberfest...and Remixes Galore!

Due to my frustration with failed internet connections, power black-outs, and a general lack of sleep, I’ll keep this somewhat short. But anyhow, for those of you who go to the UCI, you might know that Shocktoberfest is just around the corner. Regardless of the terrible conditions Southern California is facing right now, this is one thing I am actually looking forward to this week.


The headliner for Shocktoberfest this year is Lupe Fiasco, who is no stranger to UC campuses.
Months back, he performed at a UC Riverside event. While I did hear mixed reviews about this show, I anticipate his performance to be well received.

However, I am looking equally as forward to watching Pigeon John, whose latest album features Fresh Cuts-loved artists such as Othello, Lyrics Born, and so much more. Either way, I expect this event to be pretty fun, so UCI students, come out, and show that social life here is not completely dead.

Check out Shocktoberfest on Friday, October 26, from 7PM-11PM at the new UCI Student Center.


And now, for the "remixes galore" part of the post.

For those of you who listen to my show on a regular basis (yes, all two of you), you might know that I’m quite fond of the Los Angeles hip-hop crew, Time Machine. The very first song I played as a college radio DJ was “Who Needs a Mic?” (a very fitting song for a show that gets an average maximum number of ten listeners streaming per show). But anyhow, I digress. Time Machine has recently released a new album, and even more recently, an interesting new M.I.A. remix.

To listen to Time Machine’s remix of M.I.A.’s “Boyz,” check out Time Machine's Myspace page, or visit Glow-in-the-Dark Records.

In other remix-related news, Hip-Hop duo, Panacea is planning on releasing a remix album of one of my current favorite new releases, The Scenic Route. Now I bet you’re wondering, who’s lined up to produce this future gem? Well, it all depends who wins.

Yes, wins.

There is a contest going on right now, in which fans (yes, you) have the opportunity to remix a track ("The Scenic Route") for Panacea’s next album. But be wary. The competition is stiff, and includes Numark of Jurassic 5, Mekalek of Time Machine, and Thes One of People Under the Stairs.

But hey, it’s worth a try.

So, if you like making beats, try it out. You can download the acapella version of, "The Scenic Route" on the Glow-like-This website.

And that about wraps up my post. I'm ending this before the power cuts off again.

Stay safe everyone!