New M83 single

[JohnDavisNYC]

nice one justin! dig the snare sound. that and the programming kinda reminds me of 'world in my eyes' a bit... kind of a 'violator' vibe! i like the fact that there are actually dynamics! the chorus is louder than the verse, and it's not smashed to **** in the mastering!

very tastefully done. that sax solo needed some spx90 'symphonic', though, or 'pitch change C'.... then again, that would probably disqualify it from the 'tasteful' comment I just made... But it would make me want to burn out into the sunset in an Iroc-Z.

Looking forward to hearing the whole record!

John

 

[Jawbone]

JMJ: just curious: do you get more joy out of producing a song like this in the studio with unlimited resources or being able to nail a performance live?

This is a great studio recording. As a matter of fact I've listened to it 12 time according to my ipod-o-meter. It's definitely something I'll add to a playlist, however, M83 is touring and I was thinking this song is going to be extremely difficult to do live. What's your plan; a lot of tapes and recording during the show?

 

[jmjbassplayer]

I think I like both for very different reasons.

Live, I dont' want to reveal too much, partially because I haven't made a plan for all the songs yet. Anthony Gonzalez and I will be developing and programming the show soon, and will take things case by case.

Sometimes, rather than trying to replicate something that's very innately a studio creation, it's better to just "remix" it and make a new/unique rendering.

JMJ

 

[iceberg]

I think new live interpretations are my favorite kind of shows to see. Really showcases the musicianship of the artists and their "ownership" of the tunes. STOKED for the Fonda show!!

 

[poppinsmac]

Ah, totally forgot to post when I first heard this.

Just wanted to say this sounds amazing!

Choked there isn't a stop in my city, but oh well.

 

[FaithNoMan]

How freaking cool is this..

I love your playing, and I love M83 so much!

Awesome, man!

 

[IPA]

Dude! I was just reading the wiki entry for HUWD and I saw you are producer! That is amazing. Midnight City is the best song I've heard all year.

 

[joshwilkesbooth]

When does the album come out? Vinyl release?

 

[IPA]

Oct 18th, I wouldn't be surprised if they did a vinyl... it's already a double album, maybe a quad vinyl?

 

[joshwilkesbooth]

All their other releases came out on 2LPs. Would be... strange if this one didn't.

 

[jmjbassplayer]

So glad you all are enjoying the 1st single.

Album out on Oct 18, vinyl coming out concurrently, according to my contacts at Mute. And yes, the vinyl is two discs, four sides. Sounds ridic.

Best,
JMJ

 

[joshwilkesbooth]

Awesome. I'll be at my local vinyl shop on Oct 18th!

 

[elloko]

I think that it's the best place for this.

Full album:
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Great work! Kudos for JMJ!

And for JMJ's daughter (as far as I know she's telling story in Raconte-Moi Une Histoire - really nice )

 

[rooted]

i humbly bow
i will purchase this
thanks for your blood sweat and all

 

[elloko]

Well, hope this is good place for this.

Congratulations to M83 on Grammy Nomination for The Best Alternative Music Album!
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And new videoclip for "Wait"