Avicii was the first to introduce the country EDM genre to us in 2013 with "Wake Me Up", at the time, most of us including myself though it would be an epic fail but here we are 11 years down the line and it still remains a popular genre to many with many adaptations and collabs that have seen massive successes, most recently David Guetta's track with Shaboozey "Tipsy" has been racking up the plays on the charts. For today's featured track, Swedish DJ Alesso teams up with American country singe "Nate Smith" for their track "I like it", it has nice mixture of country, rock and dance which is why I found it more appealing. The mixture is captivating and has a great bassline which hooks you in from the start till the end. The guitar backtrack gives the track that rock element but the overall feel of the song is no doubt EDM but the way its all brought together is just sublime.
American DJ Marc Kinchen is back on the the blog with another banger, better known by his stage name MK, he teams up with Carla Monroe for his latest release "2AM". The track is another great house production with constant beat and groovy build up, it's a bit more up beat than what we're used to from MK, in the sense its a feel good track with the melodies used. Carla's vocals add that finesse and love aspect to the song, it's a perfect fit and one that you will be playing over and over again. It's got that underlying UK garage style to it as well, something that is synonymous with Marc and probably why his music is loved over in the UK, well the official music video is shot in London, so that tells you all you need to know.
Sticking with the theme at the moment, which is COVID19, I don't think we can escape it actually but the guys at Above & Beyond have taken probably my favorite song of 2019 and given it a "Respray" as they put it to commemorate all the Essential working staff during this pandemic, mainly the medical sector who have it the worst at the moment, to let them know we're all thinking of them. The song is quite appropriate seeing that everyone has their part to play in fighting this pandemic, whether you're on the frontline or just sitting at home. The British trio of Jono, Pavo and Tony have tweaked the song to give is a more uplifting and somber sound but still hits that message home quite powerfully. The music video features fans, mainly the essential medical staff sending supportive messages and from the general fans giving there's as well. It's quite beautiful and moving, so turn up the volume sit back and enjoy.
Summer is definitely on its way with the heat around the country going up a few notches and the first speckles of the summer rains falling, well we can safely say things are hotting up on the blog as well with this months installment of the Bucket Babe. Our featured lass hails from the fairest Cape, where she was born and bred, her most noticeable accomplishment to date is appearing in a local music video which has gained over 100 million views on YouTube. She's a fan of classic cars, makes a sandwich that will have you drooling just from reading about it and is a natural in front of the camera. She's currently in the property industry but we'd like to see more of her in the publications.
Tarryn Grung
BIO
Hello, my name is Tarryn Grung, I'm 22 years old and I've lived in Cape Town my whole life. My hobbies are playing bowls and tennis. One of my favourite accomplishments was getting over 100 million views in the music video 'Let Me Go' by No Method and another is maintaining a happy persona the old I become. I love sipping on a Pina Colada and tanning with my best friend on the beach, it never gets old! I also love my 1973 VW Beetle that I drive, she's my baby. I'm an estate agent for Sorbini Property Group so my current goal is to get qualified as a principle agent so I can be involved as a director of the company. Another one of my goals is to travel to as many places as I can.
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Q&A
1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to see yourself in?
I've always found classic cars so sexy! My dream car is the 1969 Ford Mustang Shebly GT500.
2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?
Sandwiches are my forte, I'd make you a jalapeno, cucumber strips, chopped fresh herb leaves, chopped red onion, grilled chicken, mayonnaise, Himalayan salt, white and cayenne pepper sandwich toasted on panini bread.
3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?
Butter salt and Astros.
4. Dream cover shoot?
Vogue!
5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?
Full time model! It's more fun and a lot of traveling.
6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?
I always aspired to be myself and never to follow in anybody else's footsteps.
7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?
Unavailable, I've been with my boyfriend for 5 years and he treat me like an absolute Queen.
8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?
Oh this is a difficult to choose so I have to at least mention two! The first would be Inbal Dror, the leading designer of Bridal Gowns and evening dresses in Israel. Second, Savannah Morrow, the label which makes stunning sustainable pieces.
9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?
I love all genres but my faves are 90's and techno.
With just 12 days remaining in the lead up to Ultra South Africa 2018, today's featured artists are a duo whom were part of the iconic trio, Swedish House Mafia before they decided to go their separate ways, however Axwell and Sebastian Ingrosso formed the duo Axwell /\ Ingrosso there after and have enjoyed much success since then. Where or not things got a bit rough with Steven Angello in the SHM days, we're not to sure as long as the continue to bring us great music.
After their last hit "More Than You Know" which ended up topping most charts towards the end of last year, the talented Swedish Duo are back with another great track, "Dreamer". It features the vocals from Trevor Guthrie who most trance fans will know from his collaborations with another DJ icon, Armin van Buuren. The song has that same sort of dance tempo which much of their newer stuff has, lots of melodies and no real drop as such. Still a great track none the less.
South Africa is currently on a high after finding out the first two headline acts for Ultra South Africa 2017, one of those is the much loved Martin Garrix. He is making his 3rd appearance on the Main Stage for Ultra SA and he has said before that this particular Ultra holds a dear place in his heart as it was the first time he performed on Main Stage at an Ultra event. This week's featured track is by the young Dutch maestro which is a collaboration between him and American singer, song writer and producer Bebe Rexha. The result is outstanding with a modern take on a love song with an electro twist. The music video was just launched last week and we have it for you today.
As we near the end of Winter, we look forward to the warm Spring will bring to us but to help us on that journey we have something equally hot to for you today! Our featured model is a familiar face, as you may have seen her on your TV or in various magazines. She's a qualified accountant, has her own Dance studio and is a lover of fitness having completing a teachers degree in a very rigorous training method of ballet as well as Pilates. Her feature in the 2014 December issue of Playboy Magazine is still one of the hottest pictorials to date and today we have the honor to feature her on the Bucket.
Michelle Chrystal
Bio
I chose to take the year after obtaining my Matric to complete my Cecchetti Ballet teachers' degree, alongside furthering my knowledge in Pilates. I used both qualifications part time, whilst completing my Bcom Chartered Accountancy Degree at the University of Johannesburg. I have recently opened my own Ballet Studio where I run all finances and admin myself, whilst instructing Pilates and modeling part-time.
I believe a balance in life is essential, and as such have chosen to invest my time in various academic and artistic pursuits. I'm a perfectionist, and any task given to me, will be rewarded with 110%.
My main modeling focus is on larger corporate campaigns such as music videos, TV Ads, etc.
Michelle's feature in the Yamaha TVC
Michelle played the lead female role in Justin Serraro's music video for "Not Fighting"
Michelle has also been featured as a Playmate for Playboy South Africa, as Miss December. You can see her pictorial from the shoot on the website: Miss December Pictorial
1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to see yourself in?
Well I guess I should start with thank you for that (laughs). I currently drive an Audi S1, but am tempted to trader her in for the 2016 TT Roadster in the next few months. My ideal car thereafter would be the Porsche 911 convertible.
2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?
Well that would depend on what you want? If we're talking toasted, it would without a doubt be Avo on toast. If we're going for plain, then a ham, cheese and tomato with some lettuce and mayo.
3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?
I'm a sour cream and chives fan.
4. Dream cover shoot?
Sports Illustrated/ Women's Health
5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?
I'm currently a part time executive, part time ballerina, and part time model. I wouldn't have it any other way.
6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?
Oddly enough , no. I've always admired the work ethic of Charlize Theron, the bubbly personality of Cameron Diaz, and the class of Julia Roberts. I've tried to take bits and pieces from many people that I look up to and aspire to develop similar traits in my own personality..
7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?
(Laughs) After years of having the worst luck in terms of relationships, I have just recently committed to my best friend. He's the complete opposite to the "type" of guy I usually go for, but he treats me like gold and after being best friends for a few years we already have the honesty and communication in place, so I can only hope that this will be different.
8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?
Guess - without a doubt! It's definitely on my bucket list to do a shoot for them too.
9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?
I'm quite diverse in my music taste. Give me anything from Tiesto, to 3 Doors Down, Eminem, or Sia. 80's classics are always a winner too.
10. Which city is your dream party destination?
I'll be in Las Vegas in December - lets hope it lives up to its reputation!
You've probably heard it on the radio or on a podcast of late but it's a popular one from Muzzaik and Stadium X. Bit of a different sound from Stadium X as we're used to high tempo and fast tracks from them but this one is more of a mellow beat and feel good vibe. The music video just dropped a couple weeks back and we have it for you today.
Some uplifting trance for this Freedom Day from trance newbie Andrew Bayer. He's been one of the stars in the ASOT700 parties and judging from this track, you can see why. The official music video was just released 5 days ago so it's fresh off the shelf.
The thing I love about electronic music is the collaboration of artists, you don't find it as much in any of the other genre's. Sure in hip hop, each song might feature another rapper spitting some lines out but rarely would you find two artist sitting down and creating a song. Today's featured song is a collaboration of 3 artists from different parts of the global spectrum, Dash Berlin from Netherlands, Jay Cosmic from England and providing vocals is Collin Mcloughlin from the USA. It's a great song and a feel good music video, just the right stuff you need for a Monday.
Justin Blau, or as we might know him from his stage name 3lau hails from the USA and is an upcoming elctro house DJ, he's teamed up with Bright Lights for his latest track "How You Love Me". The track has recieved lots of airplay on the various DJ's radio shows and there is a number of remixes of the track out, though the original is still my favourite. I must admit, the music video is a bit creepy, has theg Carrie vibe to it but great song none the less.
Tiesto's latest single hit has taken over where Red Lights left off, "asted feat "Wasted" featuring the vocal talents of Matthew Koma who seems to be on everything dance related in the past few months is currently topping the charts and getting tons of airplay on the radio. Good to see the Dutch legend DJ getting this much commercial exposure but while we addicts might find the original a bit tame for our liking, Tiesto did have something up his sleeve. TST who are signed on his Musical Freedom Label provided the oomph that was needed in their remix of the song. Not much is known about "TST" but Tiesto has claimed it is not him, whoever it is, its a blody good remix!
