This week Switchfoot released both a Float Remix EP and a cover of a classic Tom Petty hit.
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It is a special moment when provided an opportunity to meet or honor musical inspirations. For Switchfoot, this week has provided an example of this from both perspectives. Switchfoot has released the Float Remix EP via Spotify, featuring the top four remixes from the remix contest for the hit single. "Float" first appeared on Switchfoot's 2016 album Where the Light Shines Through. The winning mix in the contest was produced by JMFS Music.
According to a letter sent to contest winners, the 2016 competition drew "367 submissions in 82 countries," results that were impressive to the band "Switchfoot was blown away with the quality of remixes, so congrats[…] Source: Christian Music