I Miss Steve Irwin

Australia gave birth to one of the baddest motherfuckers around and sadly as we all know he was killed. By a pissed off sting ray, but thats life. Anyhow yea, I miss the crocodile hunter aka Steve Irwin.


He was the shit. But that wasn't why I decided to post this morning. I actually wanted to share two other badass things that come from Australia and happen to be alive and kicking. I happen to be aware that in the blogosphere this information is incredibly old, and everyone, their mom, and the children already knows these names. But, I am sharing nonetheless because some of you aren't up to speed. So allow me.

The first is The Presets.


This is a duo that knows how to make some killer dance tracks. Again another group I hear puts on an amazing live show. If anyone of you were at Coachella they were there, as well as Ultra. They have two full albums Beams and Apocalypso, both incredibly rich, and full of tracks to get your swerve on, make babies, cook tuna casserole, or whatever else floats your boat. Check them out. I have provided you with two tracks to sample and caress.

The Presets- A New Sky. I simply love this track. It gets my feet shuffling every time.

Over and outside
And under
Over a new sky
I wonder

The Presets- Talk Like That

The second is the band Cut Copy. I have actually had the pleasure of seeing these guys live in Hollywood at the Music Box. They did not disappoint and sound absolutely amazing live. The show was awesome even though I was next to the most annoying girl in the whole world and it got shut down by the fire marshall early because of capacity, but thats a rant for another day.


Anyhow my point is these guys are sick. They have released two albums (if I am mistaken someone please correct me). Their latter album In Ghost Colours is probably one of my favorite albums ever and its great for any mood. They got enough sound variations running throughout 15 tracks to keep you satisfied.

Lights and Music are on my mind! Here are some samples.

Cut Copy- Future. This one is off their first album Bright Like Neon Love.

Cut Copy- Hearts on Fire. Listen for that sexy ass saxophone (at least I think it is?) in the latter part of the track as it erupts into something sublime.

Oh, and here is a remix track courtesy of their fellow brethren The Bag Raiders.

Cut Copy- Far Away (Bag Raiders Remix)