Matt's Recs: Beats and Grooves

1. Domo Genesis & Hodgy Beats - Tang Golf/OFWGKTA


If you haven't heard Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All, known as OFWGKTA, go check them out now. Seriously. These guys are ridiculously talented. I love hip-hop, and I love Wu-Tang Clan, and I love this cover. Domo and Hodgy show their lyrical skill and flow so well over this classic beat, and... just listen. And then go listen to the rest of OFWGKTA. Then be mystified and start a riot or burn down a church.

2. DJ Shadow- Number Song


This is just one of the incredible beats you can groove to off of D.J. Shadow's Endtroducing. It is just the kind of song you want to listen to while you walk to class when its 75 degrees out and sunny. It has an upbeat tempo and a really cool feel to it, plus the sample blending (the whole album is made of samples) is awesome. In an age when every kid with a computer or phone is mouthing off mindless nonsense, its cool to note that someone can communicate without even uttering a word of his own.

3. Enter the Magical Mystery Chambers


Speaking of Wu-Tang, here is more debauchery. I can't stop listening to it. I actually like this mash-up better than Danger Mouse's The Grey Album. It has a better set beat than the Grey Album, so the lyrics and music flow a lot better together. Get if you love The Beatles, Wu-Tang, or just some great mashed up debauchery.

4. DC Universe Online

Before you skip to 5, hear me out. Did you ever want to be a superhero? I bet most of you answered yes. Well, now you can. Think World of Warcraft, but with Batman. Think of questing for the sake of good with Lex Luthor gunning after you. Intense, I know. Go grab your tights and say goodbye to your free time, its time for nerd glory.

5. Go outside.

Enjoy springtime. Run around in the sun. Unless you aren't in Athens or you are in a place where its still winter. Then you should stay inside or consider moving.

Matt Wesley, Chief Engineer