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Coming soon to Bedfunk Records is the towering "Wake up" by label head Pat Bedeau and renowned vocalist Cleveland Jones. Beyond the shadow of a doubt, "Wake up" which features the inimitable haunting vocals of Cleveland Jones and sumptuous keys and heavenly chords by Ziggy Funk over a smooth yet spell binding organic musical backing will make you yearn for more.
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SunPalace's "Rude movements" was an obscure Brit-funk b-side track originally released back in 1983 made famous by David Mancuso at his legendary Loft parties, with the track getting a second life when BBE Music released the "Raw Movements / Rude Movements" compilation in 2016. Then in fall of last year, a limited edition 7" vinyl with mixes by Moodyman and Kenny Dope followed, and now we are blessed with an awe-inspiring remix package which includes the full length Moodyman and Kenny Dope remixes alongside brand new interpretations by Francois K (with keys by Eric Kupper), Frankie Feliciano and Opolopo, plus a verily dope edit by the late Phil Asher (rip).
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A plethora of new releases arrived this week so we had to cherry pick the ones that would be featured... enjoy !!
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The latest volume in the critically acclaimed "House Masters" series welcomes Todd Edwards to the illustrious list of pioneering and innovative house music producers and remixers. Todd Edwards is often credited as one of the founding fathers of UK Garage, without doubt his truly unique sound (he is famous for manipulating chopped-up samples and using vocal clips like instruments within his productions, as well as time and pitch shifts) make him one of the most influential players of the genre. This massive forty-two track collection condenses the very best classic productions and remixes alongside newer cuts from the New Jersey native, many of which have been remastered for this release. A truly mind-blowing selection of his finest moments.
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Soon to be released through ChiNola Soul is the towering DJ Randall Smooth produced "Not forgotten" by Ed Ramsey. The verily uplifting "Not forgotten" is soulful underground house music at its best, with Ed Ramsey's unmatched deep-rooted vocals being accompanied by luxurious keys and intriguing rhythms. The 'Reworked' mixes are dazzling alterations of the main version giving the track a more lively feel, not to forget to mention the fabulous remixes by Franke Estevez oozing with a vibrant yet soulful and melodious vibe. An essential release not to be missed.
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We welcome Diephuis Records with their paramount debut release "Sweet on me" produced by Barend-Jan Beljaars (Diephuis) and Geronimo Latumeten (Eastar) and performed in grand style by Tracy Hamlin. Without doubt, this timeless soulful gem featuring the unrivaled sultry vocals of Tracy Hamlin, sumptuous keys, sublime horn section and sweet guitar over a spell binding funked-up backdrop is sure to make you yearn for more... The 'Deep Mix' keeps the vibe soulful and melodious yet gives the track a somewhat deep feel sure to cast a spell on you.
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A fully pakced update with the latest and greatest in vocal soulful and afro house is ready for you to check out...
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In celebration of the upcoming Summer Olympics and Paralympics in Tokyo, KingStreet Records present a special edition in their highly acclaimed and popular crossover compilation series "Tokyo Calling" where artists, producers and remixers from the East and West come together to blend sounds and styles. A total of thirty-seven seminal tracks are featured, including the previously unreleased tracks "Is it worth it" by Masaki Morii & Carla Prather and "Moon motocross" by Tamio Yamashita, as well as previously unreleased remixes by Fizzikx, Tomo Inoue and Masaki Morii.
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For the third time this year, Bayacou Records bless us with a towering soulful jewel by no means to be missed. "Beautiful" is a collaboration between label head Ezel and South African vocalist Earl W. Green, beyond doubt this timeless uber soulful production laced with the unrivaled deep-rooted vocals of Earl W. Green, sumptuous jazzed-up keys and gentle yet spell binding percussive rhythms will make you yearn for more...
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While this was a bit of a slow week, we bring you a stunning selection of amazing soulful and afro house cuts... enjoy !!
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UK producer Randy Peterson joins forces with songstress extraordinaire Angel-A on "Power inside" soon to be released through Newtown Recordings. Without any doubt, "Power inside" is a phenomenal soulful production featuring the unrivaled haunting spoken poetry and vocals of Angel-A alongside sumptuous jazzed-up and sublime organ over an enthralling organic backdrop sure to cast a spell on you. Essential.
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The phantasmagorical "You make me better" by DJ G and the Pullman Porters (aka Todd and Troy Garner) originally released beginning of the year is back in a truly paramount uber soulful yet captivating interpretation by Coflo who introduces intriguing rhythms and enchanting keys to take the deeply felt vocals of the Pullman Porters to all new heights. By no means to be missed...