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Live Review: PREMIERE: Benson 'Hot Mess' ft. Lex Famous (Jad & The Ladyboy Remix)

21 August 2014 | 10:58 am | Adriana Barro

Jad & The Ladyboy drops his remix of Benson's most recent tune 'Hot Mess.' Warning: High levels of classiness are present.

Six years ago, a young DJ with high hopes managed to score a lift home somewhere in Terrigal, NSW with the late and great AJAX. That young and hopeful DJ was BEN O’CONNOR otherwise known as BENSON, and that lift home was a moment that would go on to impact his career in many ways.

Six years down the track, it is safe to say AJAX would be very proud to know the kid he gave a lift home from a gig one night has now released an original track on his very own imprint. The track is officially released via Sweat It Out on August 22nd, and BENSON is currently on his Australian tour wrapping up in early October.

BENSON’s release ‘Hot Mess’ has been described by the label as “wonky, swampy” and “somehow, kinda poppy” and that pretty much sums it up. The original features vocals from LEX FAMOUS who has a jazzy pop sound that completely enhances the track, adding an element of sass to the busy, dance sounds happening beneath.

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Along with the original, there were a bunch of remixes from some current legends of the Australian house music scene including YOLANDA BE COOL and JAD & THE LADYBOY.

JAD & THE LADYBOY have given ‘Hot Mess’ a sleek and ultra cool finish. Minimal house sounds combined with a clean, soulful vibe mean their version of the track is as easy listening as it gets. The original vocals remain intact, but the surrounding sounds have been cleaned up, and damn they scrub up alright.

Words By Adriana Barro