It’s been a bit since foreigners were borrowing styles from American producers but this is becoming something of a trend with Knife Party‘s emulation of Skrillex‘ basslines and the newer Dillon Francis inspired Delta Heavy rework on Nero‘s upcoming “Must Be the Feeling” EP.

These counterparts aren’t clones though, given their hard hitting Drum & Bass backgrounds an adoption of new and gritty American production styles seems more like a natural reaction.

Delta Heavy’s (pictured above) massive remix of “Must Be the Feeling” was premiered on Skream‘s sit in for Annie Mac‘s Radio 1 Show. Listen bellow and check the duo’s soundcloud for more previews and downloads.

[update] Delta Heavy just released their “Must Be the Feeling” remix as a free download through their soundcloud! Listen and download bellow:

Oh hey! Another introspective dance classic from UK talent T.E.E.D! This time he’s paired up with fellow UK artists Jonquil who operate under the wings of a music label called Blessing Force.

The mix sounds like the soundtrack to a dream where you get lost in a forrest and find your way to lake; and when you reach the lake you fall in, but for some reason you can breath underwater. And then maybe you fall in love with a mermaid (I dunno it’s a work in progress).

It’s My Part will be released on limited edition 10″ yellow vinyl by Blessing Force on Feb 27th.

Listen bellow and pick up a free download of the mix courtesy of the band and label.

Nick Douwma aka Sub Focus‘ productions are the filet mignon of bass music. His Drum & Bass background shines through his aggressive yet gorgeous dubstep singles and remixes like the recent “Falling Down” featuring vocals by Kenzie May.

Grab your best pair of headphones and head over to his facebook page for a free download of the track.

The reactions for Major Lazer‘s recent single, “Original Don” have ranged from “This song is way hype, I love it,” to “This is complete shit, turn it off please.”

Regardless of what you thought of the original, there’s no way can’t love this new Flosstradomas remix.

It’s an instant party. It gets you drunk just by listening to it. When the drop hits, hot girls run into your room and start dancing, it’s awesome.

Stream the mix bellow and head over to Floss’s FB page for a free download.

Wax Motif arrives fashionably late to the remix party with his excellent ravey disco funk rendition of Oliver‘s 2012 breakout single, “Dirty Talk.” If you haven’t heard the original yet, you’re failing a bit but it’s ok you can check it here.

Similar to what Armand Van Helden did with Uffie‘s ADD SUV, Motif compliments the sexy vocals in “Dirty Talk” with string and brass-heavy retro dance floor bliss.

If you like this download be sure to follow along on Facebook or Twitter for more streams and freebies.

Oliver – Dirty Talk EP out now at beatport.

Punks Jump Up‘s “Get Down” EP reflects the styles of modern youth disco culture. In the original, a crisp synth lead bobs around some punchy kicks and claps while a lead vocal asks women in the club what we’re all thinking when we’re a few drinks deep, “Why you tryin’ to walk past me girl, come spend some time with me”

The EP comes packaged with remixes from JBAG, Alex Gopher, Fare Soldi, Zero Cash and Deadstock 33s.

After a few listens, my personal favorites are Gopher’s acidic big room rework as well as JBAG and Zero Cash’s tropical house versions.

Listen to clips of each mix bellow and watch for the release of Get Down January 30th on Kitsuné.

Rusko‘s back with a new album, Songs out March 27th lead by a new single, “Somebody to Love,” which continues a long line of catchy dubstep from one of the genre’s leading talents. Check the video above and tour dates bellow.

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On paper, this batch of remixes for Justice‘ On’n'On EP is already one of the best releases of 2012.

Sadly, it’s not. Each of these mixes are about as interesting and thought provoking as the EP’s cover art.

Once the producers establish their “remix” bit, the songs plato into bland redundancy.

I’ve heard nothing but praise for Brodinksi‘s mix but every time I give it a listen I get bored with its repetitive synth breakdowns which span throughout most of the production.

I was excited about Tiga‘s version of “Canon” when it premiered on his 6 Mix Special but without his vocal personality and quirky riffing there’s not much left to listen to.

Erol Alkan‘s choppy version of “Canon” is the most interesting of the previews offered but even this one sounds like a piece of a better, more dynamic remix.

Brand name producers, labels and edgy album art can only go so far. In the end, it’s all about the music, which in this case is pretty mediocre compared to something like Tiga’s take on “Triangle Walks,” Brodinksi’s recent version of “Crush on You” or Alkan’s…anything else.

Granted those examples have vocals to play around with, there’s still a lot of untouched musical territory within these reworks.

The Justice – On’n'On Remix EP due Jan 30 also features mixes by Rick Rubin and Video Village and can be pre-ordered here.

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Munk & Peaches put together this crisp rework of Stephanie Mills’ “You Can’t Run From My Love” as a part of Gomma‘s collection of covers from Casablanca Records’ prestigious catalogue.

Its sun-kissed sounds are reminiscent of a windows-down beachside drive or the first step into icy waters.

Listen bellow and check more clips from the EP including new material from Moullinex, Telonius and The Phenominal Handclap Band, each featuring vocals from Peaches.

Gomma Allstars – Casablanca Reworks EP out now at beatport

Sadly the remix comps for Lana Del Rey‘s singles continue to be pretty sparse in quality. It’s like nobody knows how to approach her style. The drum & bass productions seem to be the only ones that work.

Take Marcus Intalex‘s “Bron to Die” remix for example, its relatively simple formula of warm, dark basslines and moody synths compliment Del Rey’s dreary theatrical voice perfectly.