Tiesto’s new album Kaleidoscope is out now, and while you might associate Tiesto with massive trance anthems, the new album has a little something different going on that will broaden his audience further. Take for example the collaboration with Sigur Rós’ Jónsi Birgisso which is a beautiful downtempo piece.Other collaborations on the new album include Bloc Party’s Kele Okereke, Metric’s Emily Haines, Tegan and Sara, and Kianna Alarid of Tilly and the Wall.

You can win your very own copy of the CD by simply sending an email to: music [@] beatlife.net and telling me why you should win!
I’m afraid I can only accept entries from US residents on this one….
The contest will run for 1 week – through midnight PST Friday November 20th. Good luck!

You can always purchase Kaleidoscope at:

While you’re pondering your answer, enjoy the newest video from the album:
“Escape Me” – Tiësto feat. CC Shefield

Album Tracklist:

1. Tiësto feat. Jónsi – Kaleidoscope
2. Tiësto feat. CC Sheffield – Escape Me
3. Tiësto feat. Kianna – You Are My Diamond
4. Tiësto and Sneaky Sound System – I Will Be Here
5. Tiësto feat. Priscilla Ahn – I Am Strong
6. Tiësto feat. Cary Brothers – Here On Earth
7. Tiësto – Always Near
8. Tiësto feat. Kele Okereke – It’s Not The Things You Say
9. Tiësto – Fresh Fruit
10. Tiësto feat. Calvin Harris – Century
11. Tiësto feat. Tegan & Sara – Feel It In My Bones
12. Tiësto feat. Nelly Furtado – Who Wants To Be Alone
13. Tiësto – LA Ride
14. Tiësto – Bend It Like You Don’t Care
15. Tiësto feat. Emily Haines – Knock You Out
16. Tiësto – Louder Than Boom
17. Tiësto – Surrounded By Light

The folks over at Always Urban, the independent clothing retailer, want to let you know about this clothing battle they are hosting between OkayPlayer and Definitive Jux. See the official blurb below. And they have also sweetened the deal by offering a 10% discount to anyone that votes!

Two hip-hop heavyweights are asking hip-hop fans to settle a beef over who makes the flyest clothes.  Okayplayer and Definitive Jux are facing off in the Always Urban Brand Battle, and your votes will decide which hip-hop heavyweight reigns supreme!

Okayplayer and Definitive Jux have been a huge part of hip-hop culture for years, and any hip-hop lover has spent many hours with the music associated with these two camps.  But, Okayplayer and Definitive Jux also produce some of the slickest gear as well as the sickest beats.  Your vote will determine which line will be crowned the Brand Battle Champ and will become a part of the Always Urban family!

The brand has the most votes on April 30th, will get bragging rights and a nice big purchase order from Always Urban!

About Always Urban:
Based in Chicago, Always Urban has been supporting underground artists and designers since 2007. Our mission is to help independent artists and designers blow up and we are just happy to be along for the ride.

Click here to vote

Here’s a great opportunity for all you would-be producers out there. A chance to remix The Politik album and artwork, and have your work included on the official Remix album. The official blurb and linkage follows:
“Bembe Segue and Mark de Clive-Lowe welcome you to The Politik Remix Album + Artwork Competition. We had a lot of fun making this album in London and Vancouver and now it’s your chance to have a go at flipping it. We’ve uploaded remix parts for the entire album plus the original raw artwork.. share this link and info with everyone who might be interested!

This competition is open to anyone and everyone who’d like to have a go at remixing one (or more) songs from The Politik’s debut album. The winning remixes will be compiled into the official remix album The Politik Remixed to be released on both physical and digital formats. The second part of the competition is an artwork remix competition for the cover art of the official release. Download the original artwork by Joshua Mays and have a go at reworking it in the spirit of the Remix.”

All entries must be received by April 14, 2008.
For more information, download links for all the files and the submission info click:
http://remixthepolitik.blogspot.com/

myspace.com/thepolitik
thepolitik.imeem.com
coopr8.net

Scion has partnered with indie funk and soul label Daptone Records to launch Scion CD Sampler Vol. 19 – Daptone Records Remixed, a double CD-set compilation including nine exclusive remixes of various artists, along with the nine original recordings.

In keeping with the spirit of supporting independent music initiatives that underpin the Scion A/V label, all proceeds from this release will go directly back to the artists on the Daptone Records label. Scion has enlisted the help of today’s hottest DJs and remixers to produce the unique sounds on Scion CD 19 including Mark Ronson, Kenny Dope, Mad Professor, Afrodisiac Soundsystem, Ticklah, Hank Shocklee, DJ Spinna and Bull Jun (remix features vocal by Large Professor). Listeners can expect to hear exclusive remixes of original Daptone artists such as The Budos Band, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, The Daktaris and The Sugarman Three & Co.

CLICK HERE to enter the contest to win a copy!

Remixers:
Mark Ronson
Kenny Dope
Mad Professor
Cool Calm Pete
Afrodisiac Soundsystem
Ticklah
Hank Shocklee
DJ Spinna
Bull Jun (remix features vocal by Large Professor)

Original Artists:
The Budos Band
Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings
The Daktaris
The Sugarman Three & Co.

www.scion.com/sav
www.daptonerecords.com

CLICK HERE to enter the contest to win a copy!