Pick of the Week: T. Kolai "Teak all eye" (Deluxe Edition) (Chillifunk Records Promo)
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Turn back the clock to 2033 when T. Kolai (aka Washington DC based artists Taha Elroubi and Nicolas 'Kolai' Laget) released their critically acclaimed multi-genre full length album "Teak all eye" through Chillifunk Records. Fast forward to present day, and the album that blends refined electronic rhythms with a masterly orchestration (flute, saxophone, strings, bass, guitar, violin, percussion) and awe-inspiring vocals returns in a 'Deluxe Edition' that includes an eclectic selection of truly superb remixes: "Congo" (Fragile State Remix), "Exodus" (Fragile State Remix), "Why" (Rude Boy Rupert Remix),"Zouk!" (Phil Asher Restless Soul Moontime Dub), and "Zouk!" (Chillifunk Allstars Broken Beat Rework). An absolutely mind-blowing album by no means to be missed...
Reviews October 25, 2026
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This week, a rather varied update awaits you... enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: Simon Paw & Angel-A "Let my life shine" (Notturno Music Promo)
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Don't miss out on the paramount soulful production "Let my life shine" by Simon Paw (Simone Zamparini) featuring Chicago based singer/songwriter Angel-A (Angela Tarrant) scheduled for a release through Notturno Music in the coming weeks. Without question, the unrivaled haunting vocals of Angel-A together with the sumptuous keys by Marco Airaghi, the sublime clarinet & saxophone by Maurizio Moscatelli and the infectious organic musical backing will make you yearn for more... The cherry on top is the pre-eminent remix by Coflo (Cody Ferreira) that takes the track to a whole new dimension thanks to enthralling rhythms and tantalizing melodies.
Reviews October 18, 2026
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Only the very best passed quality control... enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: Rafa Santos "Our journey" (Mate Records Promo)
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Spanish DJ/producer Rafa Santos has been pulling out all the stops to grace us with an absolutely mind-boggling deep house production entitled "Our journey". Without any question, "Our journey" using spell binding syncopated rhythms as foundation for warm melodious keys, grandiose saxophone solo and a cool female vocal loop is sure to make you yearn for more... The cherry on top is the towering 'NDATL Remix' by Atlanta house hero Kai Alce that transforms the track into an emotional and organic undeniably enthralling late night, early morning anthem. By no means to be missed...
In the Spotlight: Mike Maurro "Groove on down (Essentials)" (Brookside Promo)
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Back in August, critically acclaimed DJ/remixer Mike Maurro dropped the mind-boggling " Groove On Down (Essentials)" compilation that features a total of eleven handpicked tracks. Included are five brand new Mike Maurro remixes of Afrika Bambaataa & Soul Sonic Force "Planet rock", Michael Jackson "Billie Jean", Freeez featuring John Rocca "I.O.U.", Madonna "Borderline" and Loleatta Holloway "Love sensation", an early Mike Maurro demo mix of Nicolette Larson "Lotta love", as well as eleven remastered classic gems, some of which are amongst the rarest vinyl 12". Previously only available as digital download only, the compilation has recently been released on 2xCD featuring a bonus remix of George Benson "Give me the night". Indisputably essential.
Reviews October 11, 2026
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Lots of fresh gems to discover this week... enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: Hudson People featuring Rickey Owens "Hold on" (1st Floor Records / The Outer Edge Promo)
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Legendary disco project Hudson People, best remembered for their essential classic "Trip to your mind", unleash their fresh new single "Hold on" featuring several mixes based on an original recording from the late 1980’s, with the completely unheard yet incredibly soulful voice of singer Rickey Owens. First up is Thomas Redfern who contributes a funky yet deep version, complete with a dub taking this even deeper. Next is Tom Quick who serves a catchy 90’s French house inspired rework, followed by DJ Friction who delivers a dope boogie/funk influenced mix. From Hollis P. Monroe comes the laidback mellifluous 'Balearic Mix', and finally there are the original demo mix and acapella.