Fans of electronica and dance music are easy to shop for. Here are some ideas:
Hot Clothing
A large portion of the price of the Tiesto Tshirt from Armani Exchange ($38 of the $48) benefits the Mercy Corps. American Mutt encourages global unity through spunky tshirts with a good message. Ferry Corsten designed some hot gear for IKY clothing in DC.
Hot Artist Albums - Established Artists
MIA's cd, co-produced by fidget house maestro Switch is great for those with an adventurous ear. Seal steps onto the dancefloor by working with Stuart Price, the producer behind Madonna's last cd. ATB returns with another trance masterpiece.
Hot Artist Albums - New Artists
Myspace phenomenon Calvin Harris came large with this DIY electropop CD with a heavy 80s influence. The debut artist album from Jes, the voice of Motorcycle, is a great blend of electronica and rock. Ror-shak brings vocals to the drum and bass world - a welcome interpretation.
Hot Mixed Compilations - Old School
Whether they like house (Back in the Box), funk (Vintage Grooves) or hiNRG (Almighty Definitive) - here are three excellent mixed cds for your friends who want to dance to a familiar groove.
Hot Mixed Compilations - New School
Electrohouse is the emphasis for the Toolroom Knights while Baby Anne brings some heavy breakbeats. Lovers of trance will enjoy the latest mixed cd from Above & Beyond.
