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Ever since her very first release in 1995 (the Moise 'Big Moses' Laporte produced "Excuses"), Stephanie Cooke has been on the forefront of soulful house music and has brought us numerous classics, many of them released through KingStreet Records who have prepared an indisputably awe-inspiring retrospective entitled "More beautiful". Not less than twenty-five acclaimed remixes from the likes of Dennis Ferrer, Mood II Swing, DJ Spen, Sean McCabe, Frankie Feliciano, Mark Di Meo, Blaze, Eric Kupper, ReelSoul, Kyle Kim, 95 North, Soul Dhamma, Manoo, Big Moses, Groove Assassin, Jay J, Black Sonix, Ezel, Masaki Morii, Josh Milan, Doug Gomez and Louie Vega are included, and as cherry on top there are three brand new unreleased remixes from Fizzikx, Masaki Morii and Yuichi Inoue to be discovered.
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Bayacou Records present their first release for the new year, and what a musical treat this is... Label head Ezel joins forces with songstress Rona Ray for "Heart to stay away", beyond any doubt they bless us with a downright phenomenal soulful production using a smooth yet intriguing organic musical backing as foundation for sumptuous keys, galactical chords and the unrivaled sultry vocals of Rona Ray. Unquestionably, this timeless soulful gem will make you yearn for more...
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Courtesy of South African DJ/producer P.M Project comes the phantasmagorical "Ndathamani", a mellifluous and truly soulful afro house production laced with the fantastic deeply felt vocals of Gaone Rantlhoiwa, sweet guitars, enchanting keys and gentle yet compelling rhythms. Label head Luyo and Silvia Zaragoza contribute expertly crafted interpretations oozing with their signature soulful touch, and finally Aimo delivers a vibrant downright hypnotizing afro deep rendition perfect for late night play.
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Another packed update with the latest and greatest in vocal soulful/afro house music is ready for you...
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Six years ago, DJ Spen released his debut artist album "Transitions", now the Baltimore house music legend is about to unleash the highly anticipated follow-up. Entitled "Soulful storm", the album is packed with powerful and uplifting soulful, afro, disco and gospel house gems and includes collaborations with an illustrious list of artists such as Crystal Waters, JoVonn, Tasha LaRae, Monique Bingham, Roland Clark, David Morales, Fonda Rae, Carla Prather, Sheila Ford, Michelle John, Cornell CC Carter, Gary Hudgins, Brandon Yancey, DJ Chujo and Soulfuledge. Beyond question, "Soulful storm" is a truly awe-inspiring album perfectly showcasing DJ Spen's ingenuity and creativity.
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Right in time for Black History Month, Brukel Music present their first release for the new year, a tribute to the late great American soul and jazz poet, musician and author Gil Scott-Heron. The pre-eminent "Because of Gil" is all about the unmatched spoken word poetry of Brutha Basil, bodacious jazzed-up keys and lovely flute coming your way both in uber soulful interpretations by William 'ReelSoul' William Rodriquez fueled with groovy organic rhythms, and incredible soul/funk influenced renditions by Kelvin Sylvester.
In the Spotlight: Kev Dot Kruz & Sheba Jordan "Be with you (tonight)" (New Generation Records Promo)
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Forthcoming to New Generation Records is the expertly crafted "Be with you (tonight)" by Kev Dot Kruz and Sheba Jordan, a timeless soulful jewel oozing with the one-of-a-kind sultry vocals of Sheba Jordan, sumptuous keys by Kev Dot Kruz and Michele Chiavarini, glorious guitar by Derrick 'Ricky' Nelson and an enthralling organic musical backing. The alternate 'Deep Remix' gives the song a dreamy, truly tantalizing deepened feel perfect for late night, early morning play.
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The original version of "After the honeymoon", a wonderful 90's r&b inspired ballad, can be found on Al Copeland's debut EP "Love story" released in fall of 2015, now Sean Ali has added his magical touch and delivers a truly paramount interpretation. Without doubt, Sean Ali has been pulling out all the stops and blesses us with a timeless slice of soulful bliss oozing with Al Copeland's unmistakable heartfelt vocals, illustrious keys, heavenly chords and smooth yet intriguing rhythms that is by no means to be missed.
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Don't miss out on this weeks packed update full of soulful gems to discover... enjoy !!
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Scheduled for a release in late March on BBE Music is the downright preeminent "Love songs & funky beats" which features meticulously crafted and truly ingenious remixes by renowned DJ/producer John Morales of memorable songs from r&b/soul legend Teena Marie. Using the original studio recordings, John Morales has selected some of his favorite ballads/r&b/dance cuts from Lady Tee and reworked them in his trademark truly beloved style; beyond all doubt he has been pulling out all the stops and blesses us with mind-blowing interpretations oozing with his one-of-a-kind truly magical 'M+M' touch. There is no question the outstanding "Love songs & funky beats" will stand the test of time.
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Italian multi-instrumentalist/producer Michele Chiavarini is back with an awe-inspiring remake of Raul Midon's beautiful "Sittin' in the middle", with the lyrics performed by esteemed vocalist Pete Simpson. Without doubt, this phenomenal latin infused interpretation of "Sittin' in the middle" laced with a smooth yet intriguing funked-up musical backing, sumptuous keys, heavenly chords, glorious brass, sweet guitars and the unrivaled spirited vocals of Pete Simpson will make you yearn for more...
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One year ago, Groove Junkies and ReelSoul teamed up with vocalist Tertulien Thomas to bring us a glamorous remake of David Joseph's dance music anthem "You can't hide", now they are back together for a paramount truly restful four-to-the-floor interpretation of Keni Burke's r&b classic "Risin' to tthe top". Unquestionably, Tertulien Thomas fabulous rendition of the lyrics together with the amazing backing vocals by Nichelle Monroe, Lisa Sadowski, Tonya Sharae Davis & Solara, bodacious keys and the infectious funk soaked backdrop are sure to cast a spell on you...