L-Fresh the Lion Puts Fresh Spin on Nardean’s “aux cord”

There’s a real art to remixing. A remix shouldn’t just sound different; it should enhance the original recording and bring something new to the table. It’s rare that I think a remix outshines the original, but this new version of Nardean’s “aux cord” is incredible.

Nardean’s been smart here, working with fellow Western Sydney artist L-Fresh the Lion. Their common backgrounds gives them a shares perspective that really enhances this song. His verse is stellar, and the paired back instrumentation really makes sure all the rhymes take centre stage.

“Having L on this song is such an honour. He’s an exceptional MC, and he added so much depth and detail to the story I tell in my first verse,” Nardean said. “We don’t hear these stories and perspectives in the mainstream narrative. That’s why this song is so important to me. Because our stories are so often ignored or simplified and parodied. To be able to tell them with our own voice is so necessary. It helps the migrant community to make sense of our collective experience.”

Enjoy this, then go back and give the original version of “aux cord” a listen. It’s so exciting listening to the evolution of this really special song.

Image used with permission from Ditto Music

Discover “MAGIC!” With Nardean

Egyptian-Australian artist Nardean casts a spell with her latest single “MAGIC!” It’s an upbeat, life-affirming track featuring Heirloome.

The clip will also strike a chord with Harry Potter fans. In it we see Nardean and her palls paying homage to the tales of the boy wizard on a creatively cheesy handmade Hogwarts set.

“I decided to make this video because I am sort of (very) obsessed with Harry Potter. Growing up in a really strict family, I felt like such an alien. I was the little creative child and everyone else was an engineer or doctor. I could really relate with Harry. I loved the idea that maybe life didn’t need to be terrible and boring, maybe there could be magic! Fast forward a few years, I started making music and turns out life could be magic!” Nardean explained.

This song has all the right ingredients to get this muggle dancing. Has it worked its magic on you?

Image used with permission from Stimulated Media