Pick of the Week: Dana Weaver "Negril (come go with me)" (Face the Bass Records Promo)
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End of last year, we were celebrating the splendid "Touch the sky" by Dana Weaver released on Face The Bass Records, now the follow-up single "Negril (come go with me)" is here, and what a musical treat this is... Once again Allen 'Speedy' Jackson has been pulling out all the stops to bless us with a towering soulful jewel having timeless written all over, with Dana Weaver's unrivaled emotive vocals accompanied by illustrious keys, heavenly chords and fervid underground-esque rhythms. The cherry on top are the mind-boggling truly varied remixes by Anthony K, Badala B, Cee Holmes & Kevin Foushee, DJ WM J, Joe Flame, Shino Blackk and Jym 'Dabadseed' Pratt all adding their signature soulful touch. Most definitely each of the interpretations included in the package will make you yearn for more...
In the Spotlight: Diephuis & Jephte Guillaume featuring Barabara Gwanmesia "Baba m'fa njika" (Shelter Records Promo)
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Forthcoming on 12" vinyl to Shelter Records is "Baba m'fa njika" by acclaimed purveyors of sorcerous world and soulful grooves, Diephuis (sorcerous) and Jephte Guillaume. Beyond the shadow of a doubt, this truly phenomenal sun drenched slice of earthy afro house bliss will send shivers down your spine through the enthralling rhythms, hypnotic synths, sublime saxophone and rhythmic vocal chants, not to forget to mention the amazing haunting vocals of Barbara Gwanmesia. The dub version is pure dynamite on the dance floor... Put differently, the outstanding "Baba m'fa njika" is by no means to be missed...
Reviews July 8, 2018
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We continue to celebrate summer with this weeks loaded update... enjoy !!
Album Review: Defected presents "House Masters: Mousse T" (Defected Records Promo)
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The latest offering in Defected Records prestigious "House Masters" series features award-winning DJ/producer Mousse T. This jaw-dropping compilation features a total of thirty tracks covering both the chart-topping highlights as well as some of his lesser known works, perfectly showcasing Mousse T.'s perpetually eclectic and charismatic productions and remixes. Everything you would expect is included, such as his worldwide hit "Horny" or his unforgettable remixes of gems such as "The player" by First Choice, "Sing it back" by Moloko, "Brighter days" by Big Moses featuring Kenny Bobien, "Find our way" Key to Life featuring Kathleen Murphy or "Testify" by Urban Blues Project present Jay Williams. Also included are his recent single "Rock the mic" and a brand new exclusive remix of Dennis Ferrer's all-time house music anthem "Hey hey".
Album Review: Various "Abstract Jazz Vibes Vol. 5" (NiteGroove Records Promo)
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NiteGroove Records are back with the latest installment in their highly acclaimed "Abstract Jazz Vibes" series loaded with not less than twenty-three selected classics from their unrivaled archives. Without doubt, this excellent truly eclectic compilation once again lets you experience house accentuated with jazzy elements in its full glory, featuring memorable gems from an illustrious list of artists such as Ananda Project, Basement Jazz Ensemble, Blaze, Dennis Ferrer, Frankie Feliciano, Fuminori Kagajo, Heather Johnson, Lady Alma Project, Kerri Chandler, Nick Jones Experience, Sean McCabe and many more.
Pick of the Week: DJ Serge Negri featuring Kendra Foster "Just relax" (Bamboo Sounds Promo)
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DJ/producer Serge Negri joins forces with Grammy award winner singer/songwriter Kendra Foster on "Just relax" (the follow up to their 2012 collaboration "Step to reality"), and what a musical treat this is... With the bodacious "Just relax" DJ Serge Negri delivers an ingenious slice of late night bliss which fuses Kendra Foster's one-of-a-kind sultry vocals with seductive synth melodies and deep hypnotic rhythms. Essential.
In the Spotlight: Antonello Ferrari & Aldo Bergamasco featuring D'Bra Powell "I'm on fire" (Sunflowermusic Records Promo)
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Up and rising Sunflowermusic Records present "I'm on a fire" a truly paramount collaboration by Italy's Antonello Ferrari and Aldo Bergamasco with American songstress D'Bra Powell. Undeniably, the exhilarating and energetic yet soulful "I'm on fire" will send shivers down your spine through the contaminous funk soaked backdrop, uplifting piano, heavenly keys and the unmistakable gospel tinged powerhouse vocals of D'Bra Powell. Most definitely, the marvelous "I'm on fire" is by no means to be missed...
Reviews July 1, 2018
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We bring you the summer heat with this weeks update full of the latest and best in soulful/afro house music - enjoy !!