Phunk Investigation - Dirty Is Better

The Italian music label 303lovers catches the spirits of its followers all over the world in order to invest it into the newest Techno release with a provocative title 'Dirty Is Better' by the ever brilliant duo, Phunk Investigation. DJs and producers, Dino & Stef, have dedicated their passion for life to the invention of new formulas of the Techno sound - it's been worth it. I've fallen out love with Techno over the past couple of years, but this is massive, and you should definitely think about picking up a copy up on November 20th.

Phunk Investigation - Dirty Is Better (Original Mix) by 303lovers | hotfingers

Zedd - Scorpion Move

Following the release of his latest single 'Shave It', Electro producer Zedd has turned his hand to Dubstep for this little gem that he's decided to give away for free. Suppose it's a good way to keep everyone satisfied until his new single 'Stars Come Out' drops November 22nd on Dim Mak Records.

Channel 4 drama Top Boy to return for Series 2

Earlier today Channel 4 announced that Ronan Bennett's hard-hitting drama Top Boy would be returning for a second series after the huge success of the first, which ran for four consecutive nights (31st October - 3rd November) averaging 1.9m viewers and a 9.4% share across its four episodes, plus a 22% increase on the consolidated slot average and a 51% rise on the overnight average of 1.2m. Speaking on the commission of the second series Channel 4′s Chief Creative Officer Jay Hunt said: "For me, Top Boy encapsulates everything that our drama is about: hugely original and passionate, with a brilliant roster of new talent. I’m thrilled that we’ll be seeing more."

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Livewire GOES: Paris

Timothy Shieff, the world Free-Running champion, recently made a trip down to Paris to meet up with his good friend Johnny 'Sticky' Budden and shoot a few bits and pieces with some French Parkour performers. Have a new found respect for these guys after doing my University dissertation on Free-Running, and Tim never ceases to amaze me. Next stop: Lisses...

Common - The Dreamer, The Believer (Cover x Tracklist)

After releasing the video for Sweet earlier today, Common has now unveiled the cover and tracklist for his forthcoming ninth studio album, which is set to be released December 20th. The Dreamer, The Believer is produced solely by No I.D. and has features from NaS, John Legend & Maya Angelou. Contender for album of the year without even hearing it - tracklist after the jump.

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Figure - Dominate

A brand new track from rising Drumstep star Figure, who has been around for a long time, but has only seemed to start making real progress in the music world over the past 12 months. As he explains; "this was made just for my live sets to stir things up a bit - Dominate embodies all the genres that I play and produce. An example of how I approach similar synth structures within various tempos". Bass.

BPM CHANGES ARE: 87 -110 - 130 - 145 - 178 - 87

Rizzle Kicks - Mama Do The Hump (Benji Boko Remix)

Brighton-based Benji Boko takes Rizzle Kicks' new Fatboy Slim produced single for a twisting and turning funked up ride. I love the original, but this remix is on some futuristic type shit. Get your copy of Stereo Typical HERE.

Frank Ocean - Thinking About You (MayaVanya YGTL Mix)

After bringing you the SBTRKT edit of this track a couple of days ago, here is a stunning remix from New Zealand sister duo MayaVanya. Much prefer this over the masked magician's version, and can imagine it sending a club wild. Love.

Jack Beats - End Of Love (Kutz Remix)

Croydon-based producer Kutz's remix of the new Jack Beats single has just been let loose for free over on Mistajam's site. Kutz takes Beni G & Plus One's first Dubstep influenced release for a very bass-ey ride, providing DJ's with a lethal weapon to get any dancefloor bouncing. You can read more about the track and download for free HERE. More big remixes to come...

Noisia - Could This Be

Dutch trio Noisia are back with another monstrous Drum & Bass track to continue their incredible run of form in 2011. Tommy's Theme was slightly disappointing after the mind-blowing Friendly Intentions, but this single is rather special and one that you definitely need to play loud. Out November 21st on Mau5trap!