Reviews March 24, 2019
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As usual, only the very best in vocal soulful and afro house music made it into this weeks update... enjoy !!
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Album Review: Various "Best of UPZ (2007-2019)" (soWHAT Records Promo)
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Throughout the years, UPZ aka Avi Elman has graced us with his unique blend of soulful/afro/latin influenced house music, now he has decided to open up a new chapter in his life. As a final gift, he presents the jaw-dropping aptly titled farewell compilation "Best of UPZ (2007-2019)" which comprises of twenty-two of the most loved and unforgotten UPZ gems, spanning the time period from 2007 to today. In a nutshell, this dazzling compilation featuring collaborations with an illustrious list of artists such as Sio, Jocelyn Mathieu, Black Motion, Kafele, Lifford, Stephanie Cooke, Cuebur, Silvinha, Rick Coffey, Theo Lawson and Jabzz Dimitri to name just a few is not to be missed...
Pick of the Week: Detroit to Bristol "Dance with me" (Motor City Wine Promo)
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From Detroit to Bristol, a collaboration between Detroit's Malik Alston and Javonntte Garrett and Bristol's Andy Compton, comes "Dance with me" a mind-boggling soulful production sure to send shivers down your spine available on limited edition 12" vinyl and as digital download... "Dance with me" is masterly orchestrated, featuring a wonderful rhodes piano alongside glorious harmonica, classy strings, lovely guitar and a thrilling organic backdrop, not to forget to mention Malik Alston's unmistakable sensual vocals and Javonntte Garrett's cool talk box solo. Malik & Javonntte strip things back on their entrancing 'Side by Side Dub', while Andy Compton somewhat relaxes the vibe to give the song more of a neo-soul vibe, with his dub putting the harmonica prowess to the forefront. Exclusive to the digital release is Andy Compton's 'Guitar Dub' putting the guitar center stage.
In the Spotlight: Tom Glide & Terisa Griffin "Magic (spell on me)" (TGee Records Promo)
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Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tom Glide is back with "Magic (spell on me)" the latest single taken from his highly acclaimed "Divas got Soul" album released in fall of 2017. This timeless soulful jewel featuring the one-of-a-kind sultry vocals of Terisa Griffin comes your way in paramount remixes by Sean Ali & Munk Julious who serve an uber soulful truly melodious rendition, Guri Guri Boys & Fuminori Kagajo who deliver a lively jazz/funk infused interpretation (inspired by George Duke's all-time classic "I want you for myself"), Yuki 'T-Groove' Takahashi who adds his magical boogie/disco inspired touch, and finally Tom Glide himself contributes a lovely latin flavored dub as well as a reprise-esque dub and beats version.
Reviews March 17, 2019
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What an incredible update we have for you this week with nothing but the best in vocal soulful/afro house music... enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: Andrea Curato featuring Peter Jericho "Different kinda love" (Cool Staff Records Promo)
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Italian DJ/producer Andrea Curato is back on his recently launched Cool Staff Records with the marvelous "Different kinda love" featuring Cameroonian singer/songwriter Peter Jericho. Without doubt, "Different kinda love" oozing with a smooth yet intriguing organic musical backing, luxurious jazzed-up keys, dreamful chords and the beautiful haunting vocals of Peter Jericho is guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. Indisputably, this soulful gem is not to be missed...
In the Spotlight: C-Major (SA) featuring Venessa Jackson "How" (Pasqua Records S.A Promo)
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The inaugural release for Pasqua Records S.A is the stunning "How" by South African duo C-Major (SA) and South African songstress Venessa Jackson. To cut right to the chase, "How" is verily tantalizing with the enthralling rhythms together with the lush keys, enchanting dreamy chords and Venessa Jackson's amazing sultry vocals guaranteed to cause a stir on the dance floor.
Reviews March 10, 2019
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Another weekly update loaded with the latest and best in vocal soulful/afro house music awaits you... enjoy !!