In the Spotlight: DJ Kabila featuring Wendy Soni "Somnyama" (Musiq Soldier Entertainment Promo)
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- Written by Mike Fossati
Courtesy of South African DJ/producer DJ Kabila and vocalist Wendy Soni comes "Somnyama", to cut a long story short this undeniably phantasmagorical production with gentle yet downright compelling broken beat inspired rhythms leading the way for luscious keys, dreamful chords, Wendy Soni's grandiose haunting vocals and verily cool spoken male words is guaranteed to send shivers down your spine... A truly essential purchase...
Unquestionably, Quantize Recordings truly grace us with "Gonna be alright" by Mark Francis a magnificent soulful production using a rich organic backdrop as foundation for lush keys, fantastic organ and the amazing uplifting vocals of songstress Carissa Nicole. On remix duty is DJ Spen who stays true to the original while adding his landmark beat-bustin' touch and upping the tempo for some serious dance floor heat, with his dope dub putting the organ center stage.
Out of the plethora of new music we received this week, only the very best in soulful and afro house made the cut... enjoy !!
End of 2017, Moreaboutmusic released "My house from all angles" by Chicago house music legend Mike Dunn on 2x12", now Classic Music Company present the long overdue digital release of this phenomenal album complete with previously unheard tracks. Indisputably,, "My home from all angles" is a scintillating trip down memory lane, with the late 80's/early 90's influenced tracks fueled with pumping rhythms and analogue sounds perfectly illustrating the different sides and ingenuity of Mike Dunn. The album takes you on an exhilarating journey from jacking acid over classic techno right through to groovy soulful house you wish would never end, without doubt this outstanding album is an ode to the dance floor that is by no means to be missed.
Forthcoming to Pasqua Records S.A. this is truly prominent compilation curated by George Lesley entitled "The Atmosphere Compilation". Beyond the shadow of a doubt, this is a truly mind-boggling testimony to soulful afro house, featuring music from an illustrious list of artists such as George Lesley featuring Tlale Makhane, Artwork featuring Rhey Osborn, Master Mello featuring Rona Rey, George Lesley & Colbert, Artwork featuring Dearson, Therd Suspect featuring Venessa Jackson, Miza featuring Colbert, Spin Worx, 
Unquestionably, FunkHut Records are truly blessing us with their latest offering the eminent expertly crafted "Dreamin'" by Divine Order, the trio of renowned vocalists Carolyn Victorian, Una and Dana Weaver. Produced by Baltimore house music maestro DJ Pope, "Dreamin'" is a timeless soulful production inspired by the seminal truly legendary Philly Disco sound, most definitely this glamorous gem is guaranteed to send shivers down your spine through the towering vocals of Divine Order, the luxurious keys, the lovely guitar and the gentle yet verily intriguing percussive rhythms.
AquaSol Recordings have been going from strength to strength in recent months, dropping nothing but first-class releases. The forthcoming "Tighten up" by Cassio Ware is no exception, unsurprisingly this fantastic release has already gained support from industry tastemakers. To make it short, "Tighten up" is all about Cassio Ware's unmatched tempting vocals put to full effect by both Jersey Soul and Luis 'LooweeR' Rivera who deliver downright irresistible mixes guaranteed to send the dancers into a frenzy through enthralling rhythms and enticing melodies.