Album Revie: Hi-Lite Scan "Comeback" (Double Cheese Records Promo)
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Double Cheese Records present something truly special with "Comeback" by Hi-Lite Scan, a (deep) house project formed in 1998 by Frank Stertkamp and Sudad Ghadaban (Sudad G) who have been using nothing else but Atari 1040, Ensoniq EPS sampler, Kurzweil, Roland synths, a Mackie mixer and a Sony DAT recorder to create a very unique uber cool sound they nowadays are famous for. To make it short, "Comeback" which features guest vocalists Boysie White and James Wilson is a phantasmagorical truly eclectic collection of their music that sounds classic yet contemporary at the same time, without doubt (deep) house enthusiasts will love this release...
Album Review: Various "Back in Time" (25 Years Essentials)(KingStreet Records Promo)
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Renowned KingStreet Records continue their twenty-five year anniversary celebration with the splendorous truly chameleonic "25 Years Essential" edition of their highly acclaimed "Back in Time" compilation series which fittingly includes twenty-five handpicked classics from their evidently inexhaustible back catalogue. The illustrious list of artists includes 95 North, Dennis Ferrer, Man Friday featuring Larry Levan, Mateo & Matos, Big Moses, urban Soul, Johnny Dangerous, Kerri Chandler, DJ Pierre, Masters at Work, Mike Delgado, Mood II Swing, Stephanie Cooke, Tears of Velva, Pal Joey, Rhythms Section, Mentalinstrum and Carlton (to name just a few); indisputably, this compilation is an inspiring journey back to the glory days of house music that lets you relive the diverse truly seminal house music sounds from yesteryear.
Pick of the Week: Giulio Bonaccio & Federico d'Alessio featuring Cinnamon Brown "Give to me" (Union Records Promo)
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DJ/producers Giulio Bonaccio and Federico d'Alessio join forces with vocalist Cinnamon Brown for "Give it to me", to cut right to the chase this soulful yet enthralling production using a lively organic backdrop as foundation for the inimitable sultry vocals of Cinnamon Brown, sublime jazzy keys and celestial chords is guaranteed to cast a spell on you. Not to forget to mention the energetic funked-up remix by Federico d'Alessio destined to jam-pack the dance floor. By no means to be missed.
Reviews April 22, 2018
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A packed update awaits you this week, enriched with a couple of bonus reviews of tracks - enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: MAQman featuring Selina Campbell "Vibe on" (Check It Out Records Promo)
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Swiss born (now Vietnam based) DJ/producer MAQman joins forces with Selina Campbell for "Vibe on", without doubt this paramount soulful jewel featuring the incomparable sultry vocals of Selina Campbell alongside illustrious jazzed-up keys, grand saxophone and an infectious organic backdrop has timeless written all over and will make you yearn for more... The grandiose remixes are courtesy of Kelvin Sylvester and Will 'ReelSoul' Rodriquez both adding their signature verily soulful yet compelling touch, making it next to impossible to pick a favorite version....
In the Spotlight: Groove Junkies, Opolopo, Solara "We rise" (The Remixes)(MoreHouse Records Promo)
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Beginning of March, MoreHouse Records blessed us with "We rise", an inspiring collaboration by Groove Junkies (Evan Landes) with Opolopo (Peter Major) featuring the unrivaled haunting vocals of songstress Solara. Now the remixes are here, and they are by no means to be missed... First up we have Mikki Afflick who delivers a killer afro-deep interpretation that is enthralling yet soulful and oozes with here landmark sound; most definitely this is Mikki Afflick on top of her game. Next is Opolopo who strips things back on his absolutely irresistible rework sprinkled with his trademark quirkiness, undeniably this deep and soulful rendition will cast a spell on you.
Reviews April 15, 2018
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This weeks update is fully loaded with the latest and best in soulful and afro vocal house music - enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: Kelvin Sylvester featuring Natasha Watts "Fly away" (Vibe Boutique Records Promo)
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Coming to Vibe Boutique Records in a couple of weeks is the phenomenal "Fly way" produced by Kelvin Sylvester and performed in grand style by songstress Natasha Watts. Beyond the shadow of a doubt, this soulful gem having timeless written all over will send shivers down your spine through the unrivaled haunting vocals of Natasha Watts, the illustrious jazzed-up keys, the heavenly chords and the gentle yet intriguing organic backdrop. Next to Kelvin Sylvester's fabulous original mixes, the release features superb truly eclectic remixes by Opolopo, Josh Milan and Mr. Eclectic all adding their signature touch, making it next to impossible to pick a favorite version.