5) Zomboy – “Game Over” – Barely Alive Remix
Barely Alive gave Zomboy’s “Game Time” a bone shattering Dubstep remix back in May, and it’s one that got constant play from me over the second half of the year.
From its emotive builds complete with solid synth work and pitch shifted vocal samples to trademark bass heavy drops, Barely Alive’s remix made Dubstep feel fresh again. Although Zomboy’s original version dates back to the earlier days of Brostep before the market became completely oversaturated, Barely Alive’s update gives “Game Time” a much needed face lift that no doubt melted a few faces on the dance floor.
4) Porter Robinson – “Sea Of Voices” – Galimatias Remix
When Porter Robinson’s remix companion to his 2014 classic album Worlds came across my desk this fall, I was understandably excited to be reviewing such a strong offering of remixes.
Galimatias’ take on “Sea of Voices” was the stand-out remix from the collection for me, with jazzy vibes, bouncy drops and its light airy feel. Opening with stripped down organic instrumentation and soulful vocals, Galimatias switches things up in the dance oriented sections, throwing a sonic barrage of mutated vocal chops, synth melodies and happy go lucky drums at the listener, resulting in a bubbly remix that will have your toes tapping.
