Introducing...Kids of 88

Ever wonder what it would be like if the Graffiti throughout the streets of San Francisco, New York, LA and cities alike, came to life?  Well, wonder no more.  The Kids of 88 have brought it to life in their new video & single "Downtown."  This New Wave, ElectroPop duo hailing from New Zealand have been friends for 10 years and best known for their 2008 hit single "My House."  Not much else is really known about the duo as they are pretty reserved when it comes to interviews.  They cite their influences as "Groove, mood, and slutty arrangements.  16th hi hats and hand claps.  Culture and couture, gangtser and glamour."  If MGMT & Depeche Mode had a baby, this would be it.  In my opinion, Kids of 88 "Sugarpills" album far surpasses MGMT's sophomore effort "Congratulations."  This album will have you on your feet, hoping the beat never stops.


The Dead or Alive inspired "Apart of You" will have you reminiscing of big hair bands and gaucho pants.  The hand-clapping "Downtown" will keep you begging for more.  The heavier Nine Inch Nails-esque "Feed the Birds" is one to surely keep you motivated at the gym or while driving long distance.  The semi-slowed down "San Fran" is a nice tribute to the Full House gang and when life was that much simpler. And "SQRL" is a total dance anthem that is sure to get the crowd stomping, with its climatic build up just two minutes into the song.  This one is going to be on repeat the remainder of this week (and most likely into next).


Support this incredible duo by purchasing their album here. 

Kids of 88 - Downtown (Official Video)