Pick of the Week: Ezel "Embrujo" (Bayacou Records Promo)
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Once again, Ezel is blessing us with a truly groundbreaking and ingenious production by no means to be missed... Beyond doubt, the paramount "Embrujo" drenched in Flamenco musical vibes is guaranteed to send shivers down your spine through the one-of-kind fusion of enthralling afro infused rhythms with the sounds of palmas, cajon, Spanish guitar and the incredible lamento chants of Spanish flamenco artist Teresa Hernandez who is featured on vocals. The downright mesmerizing 'Bayacou Gitano Mix' turns the heat up with tremendous bass and arpeggiated tingling sounds, indisputably this interpretation of the track will send the dancers into a frenzy...
Forthcoming to Wrong Notes in a couple of weeks is "Let go" by songstress extraordinaire Angel-A, a towering soulful jewel having timeless written all over. First up we have Kai Alce's eminent interpretation which features Angel-A's unrivaled haunting vocals alongside sumptuous keys by Chris Irvine and a spell binding deeply groovin' musical backing. Next we have label head Reekee who contributes both a vibrant organic interpretation featuring jazz trumpeter Francesco Fratini and a fascinating alternate version moving into analogue drum groove territory.
"Save me from me" is the first single taken from Ambrosia's upcoming full length album, coming your way in superb interpretations by Jersey Soul and Loowee R. Kicking things off are Jersey Soul with their glorious interpretation of the song, with Ambrosia's unmatched heartfelt vocals accompanied by sublime jazzy keys, ethereal chords and a thrilling organic backdrop. Following is Loowee R who relaxes the vibe on his enchanting re-imagination fueled with mellifluous melodies and deeply rumblin' rhythms.
Another blazin' hot update with the latest in vocal soulful/afro house music awaits you this week... enjoy !!
Back in 1979, AVI Records released the seminal "Moon child" by Captain Sky (Daryl Cameron). a bona fide Disco classic played to this day by DJ's worldwide. Last year, Captain Sky joined forces with Vince Lawrence to re-create this unforgotten gem, the result is a masterly orchestrated truly vibrant contemporary slice of Disco featuring background vocalsby the singer on the original recording, Yvonne Gage. The cherry on top are the eminent undeniably timeless re-imaginations by Terry Hunter who gives the song a verily soulful and organic feel while keeping the 70's vibe intact.
Out soon on KeeSoul Music is the downright phenomenal uber soulful "Circles" by Soul Slayerz (the duo of Tayo Wink and Hakeem Syrbram) and Pam Weathers. Indisputably, "Circles" which features the inimitable deep-rooted vocals of Pam Weathers alongside luxurious keys, heavenly chords and a smooth yet enthralling rich organic musical backing is guaranteed to make you yearn for more... By no means to be missed.
In 2012, Black Coffee and Nathan Adams joined forces to create the classic "Afraid of the dark" for both of their respective albums. Fast forward to 2020 and the track finally gets a full single release, with the timeless original version accompanied by stunning remixes from Chicago's own Sean Ali & Munk Julious who inject their signature soulful organic touch, and Oral Deep who contribute an enchanting deepened rendition oozing with their beloved orchestral sound.