Electronica Staff Picks

Philly’s Diplo and Dutch producer Laidback Luke hardly need
an introduction. The two have paired up on this latest single that they’ve put
through the remix treatment courtesy of Sidney Samson (as advertised) and
others. The three versions each have their own approach and style—find your
favorite.

Mezzanine De L’Alcazar is one of Paris’ hippest restaurants. In its quest to
combine music, art, fashion, and cuisine, it has become a focal point of
style and innovation. In partnership with Defected records, the AZ Mezzanine series
now has a third volume. The compilation promises to "nourish your ears with delicate downtempo grooves and luscious
soulful house."

Houston’s Great Scott (Scott Novich) has released the EP Tarot
this week courtesy of the innovative San
Francisco label Muti Music. Bridging glitch-hop ideas
with the fundamentals of breakbeat, this release should satisfy fans of both.

Renowned German label Sonar Kollektiv brings us a compilation album based on their early days. The label is known for fusing different combinations of Latin, world, jazz, soul, and house. The Early Days album delivers on all fronts
bringing back the sounds of Jazzanova’s “Let Your Heart Be Free,” Clara Hill’s
“Here” and more.