GLitcheD

I've been a fan of glitch-hop for a while now, but haven't taken the time to truly immerse myself into the vast pool of sounds coming from the field. Anyone who reads my stuff with any regularity knows that while I try to post on a little bit of everything, I have a strong preference for dubstep. I'm not sure how related the two sub-genres are, but I like to think of glitch-hop as the smooth cousin of dubstep. You know, the cousin that was always a little badass, but still took the time to get his degree in engineering, while simultaneously getting a culinary degree by mixing his crisp flavors. Glitch-hop is the cousin that was always cool as a cucumber, but dubstep was always a 'bad influence' on.

In the next couple of days I'm aiming to swim around in the pool of glitch-hop for some keepers to take home, but for now I'm gonna post on what I know works. I can't think of any better way to kick start this with a basic foundation of 'Pantyraid.'

Pantyraid - Get the Money

Pantyraid-Get The Money by nickoul90

Now I'm not exactly sure what separates mellow dubstep from glitch-hop, odds are that there isn't any real line between them right now. But regardless, 'Get the Money' is exactly what I think of as glitch-hop. A fluid mix of trip-hop and modulated bass, but with a sexy undertone. Filthy, yet refined. The badass cousin with his priorities.

Pantyraid - Beba

Pantyraid - Beba (Original Mix) by sound-food.blogspot.com

Once again, this track is crisp as a Pringle, but it's also wobbly as John Daily at the 19th hole. It starts off so innocent, and then creeps into a modulation waltz.
Before I forget, here's a brief background: 'Pantyraid' is the dual headed monster of 'MartyParty' and 'Ooah,' (maybe you've heard of them, haha). Based in LA, the two producers came together to write melodic flows with electronic character. Their website. Explore them, and try to get to one of their shows.

I can't have a post on glitch-hop without 'The Glitch Mob.' It may be a little too easy, but they're dope, so listen. They recently (~ a month ago) released their album 'Drink the Sea' onto soundcloud (original release was May 2010), so I have perfect opportunity to post.

The Glitch Mob - Bad Wings

Bad Wings - DRINK THE SEA by The Glitch Mob

An easy and serene approach, 'Bad Wings' lulls you away from the moment. Melodic interjections balance with a deep drumline to create a great listen. This a personal favorite for long car rides or just hanging out, let it take you away.

The Glitch Mob - How To Be Eaten By A Woman

How To Be Eaten By A Woman - DRINK THE SEA by The Glitch Mob

The track has a steady build with a few distinct peaks, each of which is separated by a low driving pulse to keep your ears moving. My personal favorite track on the LP, I love the way it builds, dismantles and then rebuilds itself (Check the kick at ~4:26). Other tracks to check out include 'Fortune Days,' 'We Swarm,' and the well known 'Drive It Like you Stole It.' Of course, the whole LP should be check out, but that goes without saying. Their site, with the LP.

As a final track, I'm gona throw down 'Boreta' - 'Bubblin' in the Cut'. It's more eclectic than the previous 4 tracks, and definitely more in your face, but I wouldn't consider it full fledged dubstep. Check it.

Boreta - Bubblin in the Cut by boreta