Pick of the Week: Heatwave "Boogie nights" / "Too hot to handle" / "The groove line" / "Always and forever" (Mike Maurro Mixes)(Brookside Records Promo)
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Native New Yorker Mike Maurro has been an in-demand DJ for a long time, and in recent years he became renowned as highly skilled remixer, notably with the mind-boggling "The Mike Maurro Peak Hour Remixes" compilation released through Harmless Records a few yeas ago. Forthcoming mid-September to Brookside Records on two vinyl singles are Mike Maurro's towering remixes of Heatwave's all time Disco classics "Boogie nights", "Too hot to handle", "The groove line" and their brilliant slow jam "Always and forever"; without question these fabulous truly ingenious remixes based on the original multi track master reels are true and respectful interpretations breathing new life into these unforgettable gems, using previously unheard orchestration and vocals to give them a fresh yet familiar sound.
In the Spotlight: Kyle Kim featuring Sheree Hicks "Sometimes" (KingStreet Records Promo)
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KingStreet Records truly have a beauty in their hands with "Sometimes" by DJ/producer Kyle Kim and songstress Sheree Hicks, an expertly crafted soulful gem having timeless written all over featuring the unmatched heartfelt vocals of Sheree Hicks alongside illustrious keys, heavenly chords and enthralling rhythms - sheer musical bliss. Courtesy of Fuminori Kagajo comes a verily mind-blowing interpretation laced with fabulous jazzed-up keys and dulcet rhythms oozing with an enchanting laidback feel guaranteed to make you yearn for more.
Reviews August 27, 2017
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Don't miss out on this week's loaded update with the latest and best in soulful and afro house music...
Pick of the Week: Sheba Jordan "The Sheba Jordan EP" (New Generation Records Promo)
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Sheba Jordan returns with the phenomenal "The Sheba Jordan EP" to legendary New Generation Records, and we have to admit we truly fell in love with this release with the very first listen... The release includes "7 daze" produced by Shino Blackk (with a remix by Corey Holmes) and "Bottle" produced by Corey Holmes (with a remix by Tony Jesus), both of these songs are sheer musical bliss, with Sheba Jordan's one-of-a-kind haunting vocals guaranteed to send shivers down your spine while the melodious and smooth truly entrancing musical backdrops are sure to get your feet movin'. Put differently, New Generation truly bless us with a timeless soulful jewel by no means to be missed...
In the Spotlight: Kage "Only you" (Deep Fusion Records Promo)
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Deep Fusion Records once again have been pulling out all the stops to bring us "Only you", a paramount uber soulful release written and produced by Kagiso Motlhabane aka Kage and Lesley Theko & Sthe Kekana, collectively known as Those Boys. Kage's inimitable deep-rooted vocals truly shine on this timeless soulful production built around illustrious keys and gentle yet enthralling rhythms. Not to forget to mention the magnificent selection of remixes by @rtWork, Claudio La Barca and Grounded Oaks as well as the alternate interpretations by Those Boys, all keeping the vibe soulful yet thrilling, making it next to impossible to pick a favorite version.
In the Spotlight: Dave Anthony featuring Loveascension8 "Written in stone" (Remixes)(Kemet Soul Records Promo)
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In April, Kemet Soul Records was launched with the stellar "Written in stone" compilation, now the title track by label head Dave Anthony which features seductive spoken words by Loveascension8 is getting a proper single release with brand new truly dope remixes by Jackson Brainwave and Denivel Line both adding their magical touch to grace us with utterly hypnotizing deeper than deep workouts laced with empyreal melodies and relentless
Reviews August 20, 2017
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Lots of brand new soulful and afro house music to discover this week - enjoy !!
Album Review: Juan Hoerni "Love on high" (Cha Cha Project Recordings Promo)
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Back in May of this year, we were celebrating the outstanding "Love rewind" single by Juan Hoerni, now he is back with his second full length album entitled "Love on high" which is nothing short of phenomenal and features collaborations with the likes of Terry Dexter, Maurice Smith, Chezere and Irantzu Pujadas, as well as remixes of of selected songs by none other than legends Roy Davis Jr, Terry Hunter and JoVonn. Once again, the exceptionally gifted Juan Hoerni has been pulling out all the stops to truly bless us with a towering and verily eclectic album showcasing his versatility and ingenuity as a music artist, effortlessly moving from one genre to another. Beyond doubt, the vocal and instrumental jewels included on "Love on high" take you on an blissful musical journey you wish would never end...