warner case - upsidown

Perhaps you recall late September of last year when I came across a beautiful, bright and bouncy track from jay xero, "doyouwannabemine?" In case you don't, listen and read here. Today the artist behind that brilliance has changed his name, while offering up another equally alluring track in "upsidown." It treats us to a more truthful and telling lyrical representation, in stark opposition to the cheeky yet clever preceding single. And this is likely no coincidence as the press release states the new name, warner case, marks a more authentic turn; explaining "it feels right...it's in my family...it's in my blood." Certainly the house grooves lay at the heart of his productions and seem not just innate, but also utterly infectious. Just like I said about "doyouwannabemine?," I'm warmed to the comparison of The 2 Bears, and see this as a time when these kind of delightful, deep, dancey tracks are as in demand as ever. Not only does "upsidown" deliver vocals that invite inclusion, but musically it offers a bed built for bouncing. The shuffling drums, bent bass synths, and smooth swinging progression all play perfectly together. Again, I'm awestruck with warner's output and will certainly turn to this track when I need a pick me up. Pick it up for yourself via iTunes here.

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Jay xero - Doyouwannabemine?

The world could use a little more love in these trying times, and it seems to me that music is one of, if not, the best methods of delivery. It has the ability to inspire, uplift and bring people together. And that's exactly what I felt when I first pressed play on Jay xero's "Doyouwannabemine?" Sure love and inspiration are powerful ideas, and ones not to be taken lightly, but that's the brilliance of what Jay xero's done with this track. Opposing the deep dance groove are lighthearted lyrics that playfully propose, literally putting their love on the line. It even includes an allusion to Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" after which Jay laughingly apologizes saying "it was worth it," and I tend to agree. There's just something so smooth and sublime about the easy going groove and bounce of this track, that I cannot help but feel some warmth in my heart. And just now as I make my way through my 7th or 8th listen, I'm reminded of The 2 Bears, particularly the breezy flow of their album Be Strong. Whatever the case, "Doyouwannabemine?" is a delightful distraction from our daily doldrums. Stream/purchase.FOLLOW JAY XERO: FACEBOOK SOUNDCLOUD TWITTER