Millennium: From A Slow ‘Walk’ To A Sprint

By Glen Rupert

 

Millennium, the pop rock group from Los Angeles, has certainly proved that their debut single ‘When We Walk in the Place’ can persevere. Whether it’s pop, rock or dance audiences, there is something in the vibe of their first single that is gaining traction, according to companies tracking national and international radio play worldwide.

It didn’t hurt that the group took the time to create two additional remixes of the radio version since the song’s release in January 2014.  The first remix of ‘When We Walk in the Place’, appropriately referred to as the ‘Swagging Remix’, is the EDM version complete with cutting edge sounds over a slick, sexy beat.  Swagging, though not yet officially listed in the Oxford Dictionary, is defined as pimp walking with  swagger.  However, a broader interpretation of swagging is the celebration of individuality, personal style and self-confidence, as evident in the ‘Swagging Remix’ music video.

The ‘Rock Remix’ that followed opened our eyes to a surprising fact – that the members of Millennium are all classically trained musicians. The rock remix video shows Millennium with their instruments rocking out to a stripped down, funky version of their debut single. Stryker is on bass guitar and vocals, Sapphire on keys and vocals, Gaku Murata on guitar and Brad Dawson on drums.  In an era of studio produced beats, this sort of live musicianship is nothing short of refreshing. The ‘Rock Remix’ will be hitting the airwaves this June.

From the original pop version, to the ‘Swagging Remix’ and finally the ‘Rock Remix’, Millennium displays the sort of range, musicianship and defiance to easy classification characteristic of some of the most enduring artists. Only time will tell whether these traits, coupled with excellent songwriting, and tight production will lift the group to eminence.  Check out Millennium’s song and vote for your personal favorite (Dance, EDM or Rock) by clicking on the links below and liking or commenting on the videos.

Official Music Video:                 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YfOxi56ShQ

The Swagging Remix Video:      http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pS1HRF_PL0Y

Rock Remix Video:                   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bBIHjWtSPk

Official Lyrical Video:                http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGLgdbyeh9w

Rock Remix Lyrical Video:        http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFT8T4VBuUs

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