Earlier this year, Austin’s Kirk Smith released “Julian,” a song about a perpetual miscreant making every bad decision and burning every bridge he crosses. While that version sported a bossa nova shuffle perfect for a dark lounge, he’s now paired with local producer Lars Goransson to remix “Julian” for a new crowd.
The remix takes a synth-driven direction, leaving but a trace of the bossa nova soul of the original and replacing it with chill club beat akin to the sounds of the late 80s and 90s. It’ll feel right at home on your dance playlist next to Ultravox and Robyn.
Kirk Smith celebrates the release of the new remix with a free show tonight at Celis Brewery joined by yesterday’s Song of the Day artist, TV Wonder.