M83 - Midnight City (Remix Par Who Killed JR)

In keeping with the Captain Obvious theme we've had going this weekend, I present you with yet another rendition of M83's otherwise perfect overture: Midnight City. I actually enjoy this one quite a bit. And while I think the song should just stand on its own, it's inevitable that this thing will be chopped and screwed a dozen ways from Sunday for the next year. This is what I deem to be the best thus far. I particularly like the piano in the intro and breakdown. He adds another layer of synth which is subtle yet tasteful. The rest of the track pretty much let's Mr. Gonzalez's original version shine through. That's how it should be.

M83 - Midnight City (remixé par Who Killed JR) by \\Who Killed JR?

M83 Played Webster Hall

It was definitely the hottest ticket in town last night. Scalpers were selling them at over $200 a pop. Even the rain couldn't keep the people away. M83 has had a big year with the release of their newest and most critically acclaimed album Hurry Up, We're Dreaming and the accompanying tour.

 What's amazing though, is M83 has been around for 10 years and has 6 albums under their belt. But people are really just discovering them. And last night it showed. As Anthony Gonzalez looked out onto the crowd with the house lights on, you could see the look of bewilderment on his face. Even he was shocked his band sold out Webster Hall. I wasn't.

I wondered what they would sound like live. M83 has that very electronic and sometimes over produced sound that you wonder how it will carry over to a live show. Well, let me tell you. They nailed it. They were tight and on point. The crowd at Webster Hall wanted so badly to dance, but they were afraid everyone was looking at them. Finally, as the first notes of Steve McQueen started playing, nobody had a choice. It had reached a boiling point and people couldn't hold back anymore. To say it was an awesome show would be selling it short. I'm still amazed at how on it they were. My only complaint was that it was far too short. They certainly left everyone wanting more.

M83 - Midnight City (Video)

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Do yourself a favor and get the album. It just officially released yesterday. Hurry Up, We're Dreaming. It's amazing.

M83 - Intro (Feat. Zola Jesus)

Thanks Joe for the heads up. We were snoozing on this one. Another track released today for M83's upcoming album Hurry Up We're Dreaming due out October 18th. Can't wait.

 M83 - Intro (Feat. Zola Jesus) by knucklerumblerdotcom

M83 - Midnight City

It's been a while since I've heard anything out of Anthony Gonzalez, the brilliant Frenchman behind M83. But he's got a new album coming out in the near future, and he's dropped this as a teaser. I wouldn't say this is the best track he's ever produced. But it's still good and noteworthy. It's no We Own The Sky But what honestly could be? Hopefully he's just warming us up. Look for his album out October 18th.

M83 - Midnight City