Get pumped for February with our favorite remixes of this week from Alexander Lewis, Whethan, Two Friends, Sevnth, BKAYE and more.
TroyBoi – Flamez (Alexander Lewis Remix) | Free Download
Trombone playing trap star Alexander Lewis has already won 2018 with last year’s Lowly Palace single “March” being featured in the Philadelphia Eagles’ latest commercial. Kicking 2018 off with a monstrous new flip, Lewis has paid homage to TroyBoi with his fiery take on “Flamez”. Spinning the track into a dark and dangerous trap anthem, Lewis’ signature trombones explode with a bursting fearlessness, snapping against the sharp snares and booming percussion. This is one of Alexander Lewis’ finest remixes yet.
Brockhampton – Stains (Whethan Bootleg) | Stream
For his first release of 2018, Chicago wonderkid Whethan has brought a bodacious bootleg of Brockhampton‘s “Stains”. Fluttering with an inherent groove, gorgeous synths wrap around the hip hop original, giving it a distinguished and spunky vibe. Whethan’s infectious retro remix is the perfect kickoff to what is sure to be an explosive year for the young producer.
Charlie Puth – How Long (Two Friends Remix) | Free Download
Remix extraordinaires Two Friends have captured our hearts with their remixes of The Killers, MGMT, Passion Pit, and more. Debuting their first remix of the new year, Two Friends have seamlessly folded their signature sound into Charlie Puth‘s “How Long”. Beautifully vibrant synths bounce off the deep, snappy percussion and bring a fun and freeing dance pop vibe to the track. Catch Two Friends on their Just A Kid tour this winter.
Drake – God’s Plan (Sevnth & Alo Remix) | Free Download
Back following a brief hiatus, RTT favorite Sevnth has emerged into 2018 with an outstanding remix of Drake’s latest hit. The Boston producer has teamed up with LA singer-songwriter Alo to beautifully recreate “God’s Plan”. The sultry future soul cover remix pops with delicate percussion and kicking bass lines that bounce off Alo’s luscious vocals and make this chilled downtempo track simply unforgettable. Sevnth’s latest is definitely one you’ll be playing on repeat.
Above & Beyond – We’re All We Need (Vanic Remix) | Stream
Vanic is one of the hottest remixers around, garnering millions of plays across his remixes of K.Flay, Zella Day, Big Sean, and more. Flipping his personal favorite, Vanic has reimagined Above & Beyond‘s “We’re All We Need” into a emotional dance ballad. Vanic’s remix starts off soft and slow, building into an anthemic and soulful serenade filled with soaring synths and slapping snares. Catch Vanic on his Canadian tour this winter.
Post Malone – I Fall Apart (BKAYE Remix) | Free Download
Post Malone‘s “I Fall Apart” might be the most remixed track as of late. Having already seen remixes from the likes of SLANDER, Young Bombs, and more, BKAYE has now joined the ranks with his own version of the Post Malone hit. Fueling the track with rolling snares and delicate piano stabs, BKAYE makes the track pop with his grundy bass line and soulful synths, making this one of BKAYE’s finest remixes yet. Catch BKAYE supporting Wolfgang Gartner in San Francisco with our love Beautiful Buzzz on March 16th.
Higher Brothers – Made in China (Y2K Remix) | Free Download
It’s been a minute since Y2K dropped off one of his trap infested remixes and his latest takes on Chinese hip hop group Higher Brothers. Spinning “Made In China” into a wonky trap track, Y2K manipulates eerie synths around the overload of percussion, making this remix an iconic anthem for all the trap heads. This is a shining star on Y2K’s spotless record.
The Chordettes – Mr. Sandman (COFRESI Flip) | Free Download
COFRESI has easily become one of our favorite rising producers with his iconic remixes of Autograf, DNMO, and Mura Masa. Kicking 2018 off with an unforgettable remix, the Chicago producer has brilliantly flipped The Chordettes’ “Mr. Sandman” into an unimaginable trap dream. COFRESI has added quick, hard hitting snares and kicking percussion to the retro classic and completely flipped it on its head. Catch COFRESI supporting Autograf on their Caution: Live tour this winter.
Crywolf – Quantum Immortality (AWAY Remix) | Stream
LA hot shot AWAY was named one of our artists to watch for a reason. His remixes of Kiiara, THEY., and BØRNS quickly caught our attention and his latest is no different. His first release of the year is a magical rendition of Crywolf‘s “Quantum Immortality” that shakes with an ominous, dark twinging nature that brings an eclectic trap that throbs with its sharp snares and grungy synths. AWAY’s Crywolf remix is a definite stunner.
ARMNHMR & Nolan van Lith – Alone (tofû remix) [feat. Dylan Matthew] | Free Download
tofû has become one of our favorite remixers as well as a common feature in these weeklys. Back with a new flip of ARMNHMR and Nolan van Lith‘s “Alone”, tofû brings a darker edge to his signature future pop. His “Alone’ remix explodes with an anthemic synth build up that is luxurious and emotional and simply unforgettable. tofû’s latest is a phenomenal addition to his amazing remix collection.
Lookas & Krewella- Alarm (neutral. Remix) | Free Download
neutral. is known for his imaginative and sparky remixes of San Holo, Justin Caruso, Lost Kings, and more. Starting 2018 with a stunning new remix, neutral. has beautifully reinvented Lookas and Krewella‘s collaborative single “Alarm”. Ticking snares rumble under the deep kicks and vibrating synth stabs with an easy breeziness that is absolutely infectious. neutral.’s “Alarm” remix is magically delicious.
DJ Snake ft. Lauv – A Different Way (Jake Crocker Remix) | Free Download
DJ Snake and Lauv‘s “A Different Way” has been remixed by everyone from Kayzo and Bro Safari to YehMe2 and Ray Volpe. Getting a wonderful revamp from RTT favorite Jake Crocker, “A Different Way” gets a boost with shaking, snapping percussion and wonky synths that bring a totally different feel to the track. Jake Crocker seriously knocks this one out of the park.
Tobtok – On My Way (Opae Remix) | Free Download
Chicago native Opae first came on our radar with his lush remix of Oh Wonder’s “Without You”. Back in action with another stunning remix, Opae has uplifted Tobtok‘s “On My Way” into a blushing dance pop anthem. Electrifying synths soar over sharp snares and brilliant vocal chops. Opae is a serious force to be reckoned with this year.
JOHN.k – OT (Evan Gartner Remix) | Stream
Evan Gartner has become a new favorite on the site with his outstanding remixes of Bebe Rexha, ROZES, and Andy Grammar. Back with another soon to be loved remix, Gartner has outdone himself with his take on JOHN.k‘s “OT”, turning the track into a lush future pop dance ballad. Sultry synths whistle amidst the vibrant rolling snares and sparkling percussion. This is one of Evan Gartner’s hottest remixes yet.
Petit Biscuit – Problems ft. Lido (Fallow Flip) | Stream
Fallow first caught our eye with his soulful downtempo flip of NSTASIA’s “Belong To You”. Quickly following up with another lush remix, the newcomer has beautifully reimagined Petit Biscuit and Lido‘s “Problems”. His sultry downtempo R&B remix is gorgeous, providing the perfect backdrop to Lido’s soulful vocals and fluttering with its delicate guitar and synth melodies. Fallow is an easy new favorite.
Yellow Shoots – Wild Fire (Nick AM Remix) | Free Download
Nick AM is a force to be reckoned with. The NYC producer has put his brilliant touch on Whethan’s “Love Game” and Kanye’s “Love Lockdown”, easily becoming one of our favorite up and coming remixers. For his latest remix, Nick AM has revised Yellow Shoots‘ “Wild Fire” into a house driven, techno grooving dance craze filled with funky percussion and a bumping bass. Nick AM brings some serious flames to this remix.
Captain Cuts – Love Like We Used To (Kwon Edit) | Stream
Kwon has been making some serious moves with his remixes of Jai Wolf, Manila Killa and AObeats, Stephen, and Steve James. Back with another banging edit, the up and comer has put his touch on Captain Cuts‘ “Love Like We Used To”. Kwon fills the track with deep synth bumps and rhythmic claps that give this future bass remix a fun and flirty vibe. Kwon seriously steps up with this Captain Cuts remix.
Lil Xan – Xanarchy (CRVE U Remix) | Free Download
For his first release of the year, 17 year old Boston producer CRVE U is back with a bass heavy remix of Lil Xan‘s “Xanarchy”. Chiming synths ring off the sharp percussion before building into bass driven drop. CRVE U has crafted the ultimate Lil Xan remix that you’re sure to crave.
Not Your Dope – Indestructible (feat. MAX) [Proppa Remix] | Stream
Chicago producer Proppa has garnered thousands of plays across his remixes of Win and Woo, Matoma, Bronze Whale, and more. Back with another empowering remix, Proppa has dropped off his version of Not Your Dope and MAX‘s hit “Indestructible” as part of the duo’s official remix pack. Fueling energetically explosive synths into the track, Proppa has crafted a beautifully melodic electronica soundscape that is absolutely amazing. Proppa has outdone himself with his latest remix.
Fifth Harmony – Down (SAKIMA Cover) | Stream
Up and coming collaborative vocalist SAKIMA has made waves with his features alongside AObeats, Madnap, and Satica and iconic Facsimile and Ricky EPs. Starting the year off with a gorgeous new cover, SAKIMA has beautifully reimagined Fifth Harmony’s “Down”. His sultry vocals sway over the flirty future pop beat that is so flawless it sounds as though it could be an original. SAKIMA absolutely knocks out this Fifth Harmony remix.
Eighty Ninety – Your Favorite Song (Loote Remix) | Stream
NYC pop duo Loote first caught our eye with their infectious retro remix of mansionz’s “Wicked”. Back with a brilliant rendition of Eighty Ninety‘s “Your Favorite Song”, the duo have flipped the track into a lush downtempo ballad. Soulful synths bounce around the delicate percussion and craft this breezy, romantic atmosphere that is utterly infectious. Loote are definitely a hot duo on the come up.
Buffalo Springfield – For What It’s Worth (Kaerhart Cover) | Stream
LA songstress Kaerhart is back with a powerful new cover. Teaming up with tribes collaborator Dead Robot, Kaerhart beautifully reinvents Buffalo Springfield’s protest anthem “For What It’s Worth”, giving the track a breathe of fresh air. Her distant, ethereal vocals float effortlessly over the rolling snares and ominous synths, making this a new cover you’re destined to put on repeat. Kaerhart is certainly one to keep tabs on this year.
Dua Lipa – IDGAF (Akari Flip) | Free Download
Akari has become a force in the future trap world with his explosive remixes ofPorter Robinson and Madeon, Flume, and Ekali. Starting the year with an imaginative new remix, Akari has brilliantly flipped Dua Lipa‘s “IDGAF”, fueling the track with quick snares, sharp snaps and a vibrating bass line that is sure to have you moving. Akari seriously knocks this remix out of the park.
The Chainsmokers – Sick Boy (Varun & Facade Remix) | Free Download
Orange County producer Varun has teamed up with Philadelphia based Facade for his latest remix and it’s quite impressive. Flipping The Chainsmokers‘ new hit “Sick Boy”, the duo have spun the track into an exciting future bass banger fueled by vibrant synths and a rhythmic bass line that you’re sure to fall in love with. Varun and Facade are two newcomers you’ll want to be on the lookout for this year.
Petit Biscuit – Problems ft. Lido (Masque Remix) | Stream
Newcomer Masque has amazed with their debut remix. The anonymous producer has brought a funky downtempo groove to Petit Biscuit and Lido‘s “Problems”, fueling the track with a bumping bass line, house driven percussion and infectious synths that are sure to make you dance and shake. Masque is certainly one to keep an eye out for this year.
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