If you were in your teens during the year 2003, then chances are you're very familiar with the pop-punk/emo band. Yellow cardThe fundamental success of “ocean avenue.” An iconic anthem of teenage love and mischief, “Ocean Avenue” still sounds good to this day.
In perfect conjunction with the song's 20th anniversary (and Yellowcard's major-label debut album of the same name), Yellowcard has teamed up with none other than Steve Aoki for a stunning remix that brings the pop-punk classic into the modern era and onto the dance floor.
It was actually Yellowcard vocalist and guitarist Ryan Key who approached Aoki about the possible collaboration. Key and the band had been dabbling in electronic music since returning from a six-year hiatus and Aoki's punk rock bona fides are well known. There have been many dance music remakes of songs from the early 2000s, but the music is much sweeter when the original artist actively contributes to the new track. That is definitely the case in this new edition of “Ocean Avenue.”
“When Ryan first approached me about this possible collaboration, I was very excited, especially when I found out how much he loves electronic music.” Aoki says. “We combined our different musical styles to create a perfect fusion of alternative rock and electronica for this track. Honoring Ocean Avenue’s 20th anniversary by mixing these sounds was an incredible experience.”
“I really admired the collaborations Steve was doing in the alternative rock and emo world, and the timing couldn't have been more perfect to reach out and see if we could work together for Ocean Avenue's 20th anniversary.” Add key. “Steve's passion for music and creativity is contagious. “The band and I are huge fans of electronic music, so working with him has been an absolute highlight of our career.”
Check out Steve Aoki and Yellowcard’s cover of “Ocean Avenue” now available on Dim Mak.
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