The instantly recognisable vocal comes from the fact that Romy is also the lead singer from The xx.
This solo venture shows a more playful and uplifting disco edge to the singer, and it’s pretty fun. I’m all for it!
Tag: The xx
Free Download: The xx ‘Angels’ (BUDO Remix)
This blog is bigger than I can handle some times. But sometimes it feels like it could be a lot bigger if I featured more mainstream stuff, like The xx. Truth be told, I’ve never liked The xx. I tried really hard to give them a chance but they just don’t agree with me.
Perhaps that is, until now. I’ve fallen in love with this remix of ‘Angels’ by BUDO. That’s one of the best things about remixes. They make you see things in a different light sometimes.
TLC versus The xx
This is epic. A reworking of of TLC’s No Scrubs, mixed with some of The xx, covered by Bastille and introducing an elusive newcomer called Ella who’s voice is just… immense.
Win exclusive tickets to see Jamie xx at Rizlab in London
Thanks to Rizlab, we’re giving away two tickets to one very lucky winner to see Jamie xx and Quayola perform at a secret London location on the 11th August. Read all about the event here. To enter, just email your name and address over to alfitudecomps@gmail.com with ‘Jamie xx’ on the subject bar before 12pm on the 7th August 2011. Good luck!
Jamie xx to collaborate with Quayola for the first ever Rizlab event
RizLab gives visionary artists a platform to freely experiment and embrace their creative passions. Launched to develop unique and innovative music experiences, RizLab has partnered with pioneering DJ and producer Jamie xx for it’s first project on August 11th in London.
Jamie xx has chosen to work with world-renowned visual artist Quayola. On the night, Jamie xx will be playing an extended four-hour set that will premiere new material from his forthcoming EP. At the same time, Quayola will be performing live in real-time alongside him to create a visual feast on two 17 metre wide screens in full HD.
Quayola, who, amongst others, has exhibited at the V & A, Venice Bienalle and the Royal Albert Hall, is famed for using photography, geometry, time-based digital sculptures and AV installations in his immersive multi-media performances. For this performance, Quayola will be using the custom-built software Partitura alongside long-time friends and collaborators Abstract Birds. Apply for tickets on Rizlab’s website here and enter our own competition to win a pair of tickets right here!
The second RizLab project will be curated by Friendly Fires at Bestival on Friday 9th Sept and will explore a defining musical genre with special guest appearances.
First Listen: Birdy ‘Shelter’
At just 15, Birdy’s already had a big impact with her track ‘Skinny Lover’. Now she’s back with a reworking of The xx’s ‘Shelter’ which is just beautiful. Check out here.