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The heat is on early in the year with many goodies to discover... enjoy !!
Pick of the Week: Cassio Ware starring Nacone Martin "Music" (The Remixes)(Hot Baby Nation!!! Promo)
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In summer of 2017, Cassio Ware graced us with the fabulous "My grandmother told me" full length album, now finally one of the albums standout tracks is getting a full single release. Without doubt, "Music" which features the amazing spoken words of Nacone Martin (with Cassio Ware on backing vocals), sumptuous jazzed-up keys and dreamful chords over a smooth organic backing is sure to send shivers down your spine... The original album version is accompanied by a new 'Groove Music Mix' which features a chunkier backdrop, and remixes by Funk The Groove (Cassio Ware & Franke Estevez) oozing with a truly mesmerizing stripped-back vibe.
In the Spotlight: Back to the Rhythm featuring Ed Ramsey "In you" (Remixes)(Patina Skye Music Promo)
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In fall of last year we were celebrating the paramount "In you" produced by Rick Lenoir and performed in grand style by Ed Ramsey whose unmatched deep-rooted vocals truly shine on this soulful uplifting gem. Now Patina Skye Music present mind-blowing new interpretations by Italian DJ/producer Guido P who delivers a glorious soulful rendition, and Rick Lenoir whose revisited versions ooze with an enthralling underground-esque soulful vibe. Don't miss out on this fresh new remixes...
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Esteemed DJ/producer Mikki Afflick and renowned poet Janine Sugah Lyrics Lyons are back for the new year with the indisputably phenomenal "Afro fine", a soulful yet truly enthralling gem by no means to be missed... To cut right to the chase, the eminent spoken word poetry of Janine Sugah Lyrics Lyons together with the illustrious jazzed-up keys, heavenly pads, enchanting flutes and the gentle yet downright intriguing afro influenced funktified musical backing are guaranteed to make you yearn for more...
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We open 2022 with an extra large and truly varied update that is not to be missed...
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Forthcoming to The Bliss Beyond is the dazzling "Day break" produced by Anthony 'Luka' Kasirivu and performed in grand style by Sio (Siobhan Lulama King). The original version is a blissful down tempo affair laced with the beautiful haunting vocals of Sio, mellifluous synth melodies and laidback rhythms. The cherry on top is the towering remix by Anthony Nicholson whose verily soulful yet downright entrancing four-to-the-floor interpretation oozing with his beloved trademarks sound is sure to make you yearn for more.
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The final update for 2021 is here, featuring some blazin' hot new jams... Enjoy !!
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Coming in early 2022 to BBE Music on 3x12" vinyl and 2xCD is the indisputably phenomenal "The Voice - Remixed with Philly Love" celebrating one of Philadelphia soul music's most iconic figures and defining voices, the unrivaled Teddy Pendergrass. This masterpiece features meticulously crafted truly impeccable re-imaginations by pioneering producer and engineer John Morales of some of the most memorable songs from the undisputed Philly soul legend, both from his time as lead singer of r&b/soul group Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes and his solo career. Without any doubt, John Morales has been pulling out all the stops to bless us with awe-inspiring interpretations oozing with his inimitable 'M+M' touch, each one guaranteed to send shivers down your spine and make you yearn for more.
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Ever since their very first release dating back to late 2011 (the massive "Darkness EP" released on Atal Music), Room 806 (the duo of Sipho Ngubane and Patrick Khuzwayo) graced us with their distinctive and truly seminal soulful/afro house sound. In celebration of their ten year anniversary, Room 806 present a jaw-dropping compilation featuring some of their most celebrated vocal and instrumental productions, spanning from their very first release "Darkness" to their current hit single "Uzobuyela kum". This undeniably eclectic selection features collaborations with an illustrious list of artists such as Paris Cesvette, C Robert Walker, Monocles & Slezz,Room, Silvia Zaragoza, Darian Crouse, Sahffi, Grace, Chris, Holi and Bukeka.
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Don't miss out on this weeks update featuring some gems to discover... enjoy !!
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Forthcoming to Cha Cha Project Recordings is the downright fabulous "Lost Tracks Vol. II" EP by Juan Hoerni featuring vocalists extraordniaire Chezere and Maurice Smith. Six preeminent and expertly crafted tracks are included on this mind-boggling truly chameleonic EP spanning influences like Donna Summer, The Doors and 5th Dimension, including an ingenious dub by underground house maestro JoVonn. Beyond question, this EP is by no means to be missed....
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Soon to be released on Ocha Records is the phenomenal "Waiting for the beat" by DJ/producer Floyd Vader and songstress Emily 'Evar After' Alvarez. Unquestionably, "Waiting for the beat" is a truly glamorous slice of mellifluous soulful bliss oozing with Evar After's amazing haunting vocals, sumptuous keys and smooth yet spell binding rhythms. The 'Deep Like Dub' takes you deeper into the emotion of the records, and as cherry on top Coflo contributes an awe-inspiring excursion to the deep sure to send shivers down your spine.