In the Spotlight: Ralf GUM featuring Monique Bingham "Claudette" (The Terry Hunter Mixes)(GoGo Music Promo)
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- Written by Mike Fossati
The original version of "Claudette" featuring the second to none sultry vocals of Monique Bingham (taken from Ralf GUM's critically acclaimed fourth studio album "Progressions") has been one of the most played tracks at this years Winter Music Conference in Miami, now GoGo Music present towering remixes by Terry Hunter. Beyond the shadow of a doubt, the Chicago soulful house music legend truly blesses us with his classic uber soulful yet enthralling interpretation laced with grand jazzed-up keys, celestial chords and thrilling rhythms. Essential.
The marvelous "Time to change" by Swiss DJ/producer Steven Stone and esteemed vocalist Pete Simpson (originally released in summer of 2017) returns in a masterly orchestrated truly awe-inspiring remix by Mark Di Meo sure to stand the test of time. In short, Mark Di Meo's beautiful sun drenched interpretation with a smooth organic musical backing leading the way for dreamful keys, magnificent guitar and Pete Simpson's one-of-a-kind heartfelt vocals is sure to make you yearn for more...
A truly massive update awaits you this week, loaded with nothing but the best and latest in soulful/afro house music... enjoy !!
Renowned label Honeycomb Music present "For me" the highly anticipated debut album of famous singer/songwriter Dawn Tallman who is often (and rightfully so) referred to as the 'Queen of Gospel Energy'. This truly phenomenal album full of poignant messages for the soul features productions from house music legends Josh Milan, DJ Spen and Louie Vega; unquestionably the masterly crafted songs ranging from down-tempo to up-tempo take you on a blissful truly awe-inspiring musical journey which lets you enjoy Dawn Tallman's unequaled vocals in their full glory. Amongst the included songs are her previous hit singles "Beautiful view" (released through KingStreet Records in 2013), "For me" released in 2016) and "Celebrate myself" and "I'm not afraid" (both released in 2017).
Forthcoming to acclaimed Soul Sun Soul Music is "Universal woman" by Tantra Zawadi and Rescue Poetix, indisputably this wonderful timeless spoken word piece coming in an eclectic selection of mind-blowing interpretations will send shivers down your spine... The original project produced by Dana Byrd combines the unmatched spoken word poetry of Tantra Zawadi and Rescue Poetix with grand saxophone by Tutt Amin and a captivating rich organic musical backing, Mikki Afflick adds her beloved truly magical deep soulful touch, King P contributes an unique downright amazing broken beat flavored interpretation, Mephia slows down the tempo on his beautiful melodious rendition, and finally DJ T-Groove drops a verily cool and groovy dub rework. A dope release not to be missed...
Earlier this week, Nervous Records announced the passing of house music diva Kim English whose discography includes several songs that are widely recognized as all-time classics in the house music genre. Kim English has worked with some of the most illustrious producers such as Mood II Swing, Masters at Work, Frankie Feliciano and Maurice Joshua, and she has been praised throughout her career for her one-of-a-kind soaring voice which made many of her songs instant anthems. We have chosen both her 1994 club hit "Nitelife" produced by Ten City and remixed to perfection by Masters at Work and her 1998 single "Missing you" produced by Frankie Feliciano to celebrate her musical legacy.
Over a decade ago (beginning of 2008 to be precise), D#Sharp Records blessed us with the amazing "You are wonderful" an expertly crafted Joe Flamed produced song featuring paramount inspirational vocal performances by both KT Brooks (rip) and Libby Jones, now this timeless soulful jewel returns in fresh re-imaginations guaranteed to make you yearn for more... The vibrant downright tantalizing yet soulful Wipe the Needle remix comes both in regular 4/4 and broken beat styled interpretations, courtesy of Damond Ramsey comes a fabulous mellifluous uber soulful rendition, Glenn Gregory delivers a pristine truly glorious and fierce underground-esque rework, and finally DJ Marcus serves a mesmerizing afro influenced deep house workout.