Pour le Connaisseur: Golden Bridge "I can prove it" (Hong Kong Elevators Promo)
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Golden Bridge aka Yuki 'Monolo'' Kanesaka and Yuki 'T-Groove' Takahashi present the follow up to their excellent "T.B.C. EP" released last year on Spirit Soul Records, a phenomenal remake of "I can prove it" by Tony Etoria (a song made famous by Phil Fearon in the mid 1980's) that features a masterly orchestration including real strings and live brass section which give the 'Original Version 77 Style' featuring Lee Wilson on lead vocals an arresting orchestral Philly-Soul feel, while the 'Remix Version 86 Style' with Leon Beal on lead vocals is a scintillating boogie-tastic affair sure to make you yearn for more. This single will be released on limited edition 12" clear vinyl only.
Pick of the Week: Busi Mhlongo "We baba omncane" (Rocco Underground Mix)(MoBlack Records Promo)
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Beyond the shadow of a doubt, this offering by MoBlack Records will cast a spell on you... To make it short, French DJ/producer Rocco has added his magical touch to "We baba omncane" by Busi Mhlongo (taken for 1999 album "Urban Zulu"), transforming this truly unique song into a sure-fire dance floor weapon oozing with Busi Mhlongo's incomparable vocals, celestial melodies and inexorable afro-tribal rhythms. By no means to be missed...
Reviews February 4, 2018
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As February is here, we continue to bring you the best and latest in soulful house music only - enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: Una "Soul underground 2018" (POJI Records Promo)
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2018 marks the 25th anniversary for legendary Baltimore based underground house music label POJI Records (co-owned by renowned DJ/producers DJ Pope and DJ Oji), contemporaneously the label celebrates its 100th release with a phenomenal re-imagination of the phantasmagorical "Soul underground" performed in grand style by the one and only Una. (originally released in 2004). For the first time in over ten years, DJ Pope and DJ Oji join forces under their famous The Brothers in the Struggle (B.I.T.S) alias, beyond doubt they have been pulling out all the stops to bless us with a stunning truly timeless interpretation which uses inexorable yet smooth rhythms as foundation for luxurious keys, heavenly chords, glorious flute and Una's unmistakable haunting vocals. Next to the vocal version, the release includes an instrumental and an enchanting dub version that puts the flute center stage.
In the Spotlight: Dave Anthony featuring Sheree Hicks "The boss" (Newtown Recordings Promo)
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The inaugural release on Newtown Records is a truly expertly crafted remake of the Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson written and Diana Ross performed all-time dance music anthem "The boss" by DJ/producer Dave Anthony and songstress Sheree Hicks that stays true and respectful to the original yet gives this unforgettable classic from 1979 an intriguing contemporary feel. Indisputably the masterly orchestration paired with Sheree Hicks paramount vocal rendition of the lyrics will make you yearn for more.... By no means to be missed.
In the Spotlight: FAM Disco featuring Gianna Welling "In you" (Sunflowermusic Records Promo)
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Sunflowermusic Records unquestionably have a beauty in their hands with "In you" by FAM Disco (the trio of Paolo Fedreghini, Massimo Anelli and Max Montorio) and singer Gianna Welling. This uplifting disco/soul/funk infused production is a sure-fire dance floor weapon that features a magnificent vocal performance by Gianna Welling, bodacious keys and a contaminous rich organic backdrop. The dub gives the track a stripped down verily mesmeric kinda 'Space Disco' feel, and finally the jazzier 'Lounge Mix' somewhat relaxes the vibe.
Reviews January 28, 2018
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Another jam-packed update with latest in soulful house music awaits you - enjoy !!
Album Review: Eddie Nicholas "Do you wanna dance?" (Mixtape Sessions Promo)
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Finally the wait is over and Eddie Nicholas presents his long awaited debut artist album "Do you wanna dance?" loaded with a fabulous collection of not less than sixteen original, previously unreleased and remixed material. An illustrious list of producers such as Adam Cruz, Justin Imperiale, Willy Lubisi, Glenn Thornton, Rasmir Mantree, Ace Mungin, Harley & Muscle and Hood Natives, and remixers such as John Crockett, Jeremias Santiago, Sterling Void & FatFly, Clown Dallas and 3 Kings are involved in this mind-boggling truly eclectic album which perfectly showcases Eddie Nicholas versatility and his one-of-a-kind truly incomparable vocals.