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DSG Music have taken over the album soul charts with their stellar "Disco Soul Gold: The Nigel Lowis Mixes" compilation (available on CD pow) that showcases both the unique talent of Nigel Lowis and the signature sound of DSG Music described by many as '20th century Motown/Philadelphia International inspired modern soul with a retro twist'. Forthcoming on the download version of the compilation is this mind-boggling truly paramount extended rendition by Nigel Lowis of "Soul night" by Mather & Kingdom (one of our favorite songs from the album) oozing with a classic 80's inspired vibe sure to make you yearn for more. Highly recommended.
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Ever since Spirit Soul Records was launched a couple of months ago, the label has been going from strength to strength, now the latest offering "There is a miracle" by Yuichi Inoue has arrived and what a musical treat it is... To make it short, the wonderful "There is a miracle" is all about the magical haunting vocals of Masmin, the sweet acoustic guitar, illustrious keys and the gentle yet thrilling percussive backing. Earl Tutu & John Khan contribute a marvelous uber soulful classic interpretation, while Mark Di Meo delivers a dreamy verily tantalizing dub rework perfect for late night, early morning play.
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Once again we bring you only the very best and latest in soulful vocal house music - enjoy !!
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Next up on Ocha Records are phenomenal remixes of DJ Kemit's "Inside out", a wonderful song originally released on his 2012 long player "Everlasting". Undeniably, "Inside out" which oozes with the unrivaled haunting vocals of Terrance Downs is taken to a whole new level by Ezel whose soulful and melodious organic 'Club Mix' is guaranteed to make you yearn for more, while his fascinating 'Bayacou Remix' is an entrancing journey to deeper verily hypnotizing realms sure to set the floor on fire. Put differently, these remixes are not to be missed...
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Two weeks ago, Slapped Up Soul blessed us with the marvelous "What ya gonna do" by Circle of Funk featuring Taliwa, now they make headlines again with their next release "Love warriors" by Wipe The Needle (aka Lee Gomez) and singer Gary Bardouille. Indisputably, the dazzling "Love warriors" is a masterly crafted timeless soulful jewel featuring the one-of-a-kind soothing vocals of Gary Bardouille alongside luxurious jazzy keys, heavenly chords and an infectious funked-up backdrop sure to send shivers down your spine.
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Forthcoming to Multi-Racial Records is the fabulous "Why so complicated" by Sisco Umlambo, an absolutely jaw-dropping verily ingenious afrobeat influenced afro deep production that features magnificent guitar licks by Didy, exquisite keys and the amazing unique vocals of Manu K over spell binding afrocentric rhythms. In other words, "Why so complicated" is a truly special afro house production sure to stand the test of time.
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This weeks update is fully loaded with nothing but the best and latest in vocal soulful house music - enjoy !!
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SedSoul Records present a phenomenal collection of timeless soul gems oozing with the labels signature blend of old-school meets contemporary grooves, beyond the shadow of a doubt you are in for a real treat... "SedSoul - the Singles Collection" features not less than sixteen songs taken from the labels unrivaled back catalogue from an illustrious list of artists such as Cool Million, Laura Jackson, Natasha Watts, Kiki Kyte, Seest, Diane Marsh, Donald McCollum, Farina Miss, Rob Hardt, Gregers, Mariama Ceesay, Luman Child and more. Highly recommended.
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Back in 2002, DJ/producer Oli Lazarus established Papa Records, ever since the label has being going from strength to strength and is nowadays regarded as one of the most renowned and prolific labels for soulful music, having released approximately 100 singles and nearly 50 album to date. The label is celebrating 15 glorious years of brilliant musical output with their special anniversary compilation "Play it like Papa" available as a triple CD divided into Broken Beat & Nu Jazz, Soulful House and Deep House & House genres, along with a giant digital download release loaded with 120 gems taken from the labels impressive catalogue. One particular artist who has worked very closely with Papa Records over the years is legendary DJ Spinna who contributes three inspiring continuous mixes taking you on a blissful journey into each genre.
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The fourth single on up and rising Spirit Soul Records is an outstanding remake of the Diana Ross classic "The boss" from 1979 (written and produced by legendary Ashford & Simpson) by Namy and vocalist Azumi Takahashi. The original version is a glamorous contemporary take on this unforgettable disco anthem featuring a jaw-dropping rendition of the lyrics by Azumi Takahashi's alongside classic strings, sublime jazzy keys, classy horns and a gentle yet thrilling backing. Michele Chiavarini takes the song to a whole new level on his paramount masterly orchestrated soulful rendition sure to send shivers down your spine.
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Bizio Cool aka Italian DJ/producer Fabrizio Colasanti joins forces with songstress Noelle for "Can't get enough", an expertly crafted soulful jewel having timeless written all over that is guaranteed to make you yearn for more through the inimitable emotive vocals of Noelle, luxurious keys and a smoothly thumpin' organic backdrop. South Africa's The Gruv Manic Project and MinoCafe as well as Vibe Boutique regular Monodeluxe all add their signature soulful touch, making it next to impossible to pick a favorite version...
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You will find nothing but the best and latest in soulful house music in this week's update - enjoy !!