Oscar Loya - Learn Something New (Remixes)

The singer and stage performer's latest single was released late last year though the remixes have just been serviced. Oscar represented Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest as part of the act Alex Swings Oscar Sings in 2009 with the song "Miss Kiss Bang Bang." The song's lyrics are based on the old proverb of how one can learn something new each day of their life. The lyrics are a little trite as much of them are clichés. Oscar's vocals are pleasant. The vibraphone instrumental hook is nice as well. Of the remixes by +36, Automatic Panic, and Eddie Amador, the Electro-oriented +36 mix manages to make the song even better.

-Listen to the original here (Soundcloud)
-Buy the original here (iTunes)

Grade: B+

Irina - Something About You (Remixes)

This single was actually released in 2012 by the Russian singer/songwriter. Some new remixes were released last week. The original song is a fun electro/pop track. It is so catchy. It has the potential to be crossover to mainstream radio. There are tons of remixes by Alexey Romeo, Automatic Panic, Bill Hamel, Bimbo Jones, Dave Aude, Eddie Amador, Mike Newman, Razor N Guido, and Rich Morel. All of the mixes are great, however, Dave Aude, Eddie Amador, and Razor N Guido's mixes are the standouts. 

-Watch the sexy music video here (YouTube)

-Listen to clips of and purchase all the mixes (except the Aude ones) here (Beatport)

-Listen to clips of and purchase the Dave Aude mixes here (Beatport)

Grade: A-

Eddie Amador Feat. Kimberly Cole & Garza - Arrow Through My Heart (Remixes Part 1)

The reality TV star turned Dance/Pop princess' single "Arrow Through My Heart" saw a release a few weeks ago, along with a bunch of remixes by Richard F, Ian Nieman, DJ Irene, and Finbarr Massi with Dan De Leon.

Coming Soon: Eddie Amador and Kimberly Cole feat Garza - Arrow Through My Heart

She is best known for having some of her music featured on Oxygen's guilty pleasure Bad Girls Club. Now she is all set to take the clubs by storm with her new collaboration with veteran producer/DJ Eddie Amador. "Arrow Through My Heart" is a fun electro/pop song that is totally radio and club-ready. Fans of artists such as Britney Spears, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga will really enjoy this.

This is due for an August 2 release.

Listen to a short preview of the song:
Eddie Amador & Kimberly Cole feat. Garza-Arrow Through My Heart (Preview) by citrusonicpromo

Grade: A (based on the preview so far)

Mayra Veronica - Freak Like Me

This is the sexy new single from the model/singer. Her foray into Dance music began last year with the top 10 hit "If You Wanna Fly." Armed with mixes by Dave Aude, Razor N Guido, and Eddie Amador, this one will be burning up the dancefloors. Dave and RnG's mixes are circuit-flavored, especially the latter. Eddie Amador's electro mix with swing beats sounds a lot like the electropop stuff on radio stations lately. Overall, every mix is hot. A music video featuring heartthrob Antonio Sobato Jr. is currently being shot.

Grade: A-

Nikki & Rich - Cat & Mouse

They describe their music style as "Alicia meets the Supremes while hanging out with Lauryn Hill listening to Outkast's "Hey Ya" remixed by Phil Spector." The duo's latest single "Cat & Mouse" definitely has that old school sound and is very catchy and fun. Nikki's voice has that classic quality to it and it's quite refreshing. Other songs from their upcoming album are in a similar vein.

There are remixes for this by Thrillers, LA Riots, Eddie Amador, Ian Nieman, Johnny Vicious, Klubjumpers, and WAWA. The Thrillers mix is in a similar vein as the original. It maintains the swingbeat from the original and has an electro/pop sound. LA Riots provide an electro mix that has just the right sleaze feel. Eddie Amador's is a bit more big room-ish with a hint of Electro. Ian Nieman's is similar but a little chunkier. Johnny Vicious' is a bit lighter and has an early 90's acid house feel, especially with those synths. Those are a nice touch. Klubjumpers' has a euphoric feel in addition to the core electro production. WAWA's is disco/funky house ish. The Wawa and Johnny Vicious mixes are the best of the bunch, however, all of the mixes are really good.

Buy the original version of "Cat & Mouse" here (iTunes)

Grade: A+

Madonna - Give It 2 Me

This is the followup single to the worldwide hit "4 Minutes." There had been some speculation as to whether this would be the single or some other song would be chosen. The lyrics are very fun and are just right for the Summer. Some are either loving or hating the "get stupid, get stupid" break. There are plans for a radio edit that removes that portion or shortens it. The video was released a few weeks back. While it pales in comparison to the over-the-top "4 Minutes", this one is simple and kinda fun.

An extensive remix package is planned. So far, there's the Paul Oakenfold mix. It was available on some of the digital download editions of the album. This mix sounds like it would be perfectly at home with album cuts on Madonna's last album. It's pure electro heaven. Additional mixes by Jody Den Broeder, Eddie Amador, Fedde Le Grand and a couple of more will be released in the next few weeks.

Grade: B+ (Album version)
Grade: A- (Paul Oakenfold mix)