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Pick of the Week: Thomas Blondet featuring Philip Ramirez "Happy people" (Quantize Recordings CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 26 November 2016

Thomas Blondet featuring Philip Ramirez - Happy peopleDJ/producer Thomas Blondet and legendary vocalist Philip Ramirez join forces for "Happy people", an energetic truly uplifting production using a vibrant backdrop as foundation for luscious keys and the one-of-a-kind truly inimitable falsetto vocals of Philip Ramirez. The remixes courtesy of Soulphonix, DJ Spen & Thommy Davis take the song to all new heights, introducing sublime jazzed-up keys and smooth yet relentlessly thumpin' rhythms to give the track an inspiring truly soulful gospel tinged touch guaranteed to send shivers down your spine.

In the Spotlight: Panevino "Stay with me" (Panevino Music CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 26 November 2016

Panevino - Stay with meRenowned Swiss DJ/production duo Panevino (aka Sandro Endrighetti and Renato Abate) have been on a hiatus lately, now they return in grand style with the truly fabulous "Stay with me". To cut right to the chase, "Stay with me" is a verily soulful yet entrancing production featuring the glamorous haunting vocals ofSydney based singer & songwriter Juanita Tippins Latukefu alongside illustrious keys, ethereal chords and gentle yet thrilling percussive rhythms. Next to the vocal version is the utterly mesmerizing 'FlyHy Dub' giving the song more of a transcendental feel guaranteed to cast a spell on you.

Reviews November 27, 2016

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 26 November 2016

This week we have a truly eclectic update for you - enjoy !!

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Album Review: Inner City Sound Clash "Biorhythm" (Stilnovo Music CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 19 November 2016

Inner City Sound Clash - Biorhythm"Biorhythm", the stunning debut album by Eleonora Cutaia released under the Inner City Sound Clash moniker, has been created over the past three years across many countries including Spain, France, Italy, UK and Canada. Featuring an illustrious list of renowned guest artists such as Jaidene Veda, Stephane Lefrancois, Wendel Patrick, Olu, Reuben, Kostnic, Dezaray, Naiad, Rise Ashen, Andy Compton and Pete Morris, "Biorhythm" is a truly eclectic absolutely breathtaking collection of ingenious songs taking you on an extraordinary sonic journey words can't describe. Don't miss out on this awe-inspiring album...

Pick of the Week: N'Dinga Gaba and Jaidene Veda featuring Josh Milan "Beautiful" (Global Diplomacy Productions CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 19 November 2016

N'Dinga Gaba and Jaidene Veda featuring Josh Milan - BeautifulEver since we've reviewed Jaidene Veda's phenomenal album "Wanderlust" in March of last year, we've been eagerly awaiting the full single release of our favorite song "Beautiful", a duet with legendary Josh Milan. Finally the wait is over, and we can enjoy this timeless soulful gem in its full glory... First up we have N'Dinga Gaba's superb rendition which you might remember from the "Unity through Sound ADE 2015" sampler, next Doug Gomez truly blesses us with his jaw-dropping super smooth'n'melodious yet enticing afrotastic interpretation. Following are Jonny Miller who gets deep and dreamy on his utterly hypnotizing afro-tek rework, and Real Deep who offer a glamorous jazz infused broken beat flavored workout guaranteed to cast a spell on you. Finally you get the version that started it all, the 'Veda Vocal' which was included on the "Wanderlust" album.

In the Spotlight: Manousos "Afriki Remixed" (CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 19 November 2016

Manousos - Afriki RemixedWith "Afriki Remixed", Greek DJ/producer Manousos (Manoli Manousakis) presents something out of the ordinary that is truly outstanding. The project consists of nine expertly crafted four-to-the-floor re-imaginations of original music from famous African artists such as Mamou Sidible, Sekouba Bambino, Bonga, Nabintou Diakite, Souley Kante, Issa Bagayogo, Nahawa Doumbia and Salif Keita, with each of these wonderful afrocentric interpretations staying true and respectful to the spirit and vibe of the original, letting the original ethnic instrumentation and vocals shine.

Reviews November 20, 2016

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 19 November 2016

As usual we serve you only the very best and latest in soulful house music -  enjoy !!

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Pick of the Week: Various "Maverick Sampler (Re-Inception)" (Maverick Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 12 November 2016

Maverick Sampler (Re-Inception)In summer of 2014, we introduced you to the inaugural release on Maverick Records (the fantastic "Doing my thing" EP by DJ SoulProvider), now the label returns with a phenomenal truly eclectic three track sampler guaranteed to make you yearn for more and send shivers down your spine... First up we have "Do it in time" by Solartape an utterly mesmerizing afro-deep gem fueled with inebriant melodies, next is the jaw-dropping "Love won't do U wrong" by Master Mello featuring the inimitable emotive vocals by Kgaoza alongside delectable keys and gentle yet spell binding rhythms, and finally there is EthniqueFusion's superb soul infused remix of "Done with these promises" by SoulProvider & IsaqDeep featuring the incomparable deeply rooted vocals of Darian Crouse.

In the Spotlight: DJ Thes-Man featuring Kimicoh "Kind of love" (Ohyea Muziq CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 12 November 2016

 DJ Thes-Man featuring Kimicoh - Kind of loveBack in June, South African DJ/producer DJ Thes-Man and vocalist Kimicoh blessed us with the outstanding "The Love Series EP" featuring three equally brilliant productions, now they present another fabulous collaboration entitled "Kind of love" where Kimicoh's unmistakable sultry vocals are accompanied by heavenly melodies and smooth yet thrilling rhythms. On remix duty are Oscar P who gives the song a deeper truly tantalizing old school inspired feel, and Jackson Brainwave who transforms the song into an utterly hypnotizing techy afro deep affair.

Reviews November 13, 2016

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 12 November 2016

Another weekly update loaded with the best and latest in soulful house music awaits you - enjoy !!

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Pick of the Week: Paris Cesvette & Room 806 featuring C. Robert Walker "First hello" (Luis 'LooweeR' Rivera Remix)(Jack 2 Jazz Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 05 November 2016

firsthello remixFour years ago, we were celebrating the release of the expertly crafted uber soulful "First hello" by Paris Cesvette, Room 806 and vocalist C. Robert Walker, now we are blessed with a truly mind-blowing interpretation by Luis 'LooweeR' Rivera taking this timeless gem to the next level. To make it short Robert C. Walker's unmistakable heartfelt vocals are accompanied by sublime saxophone, illustrious keys, lush chords and gentle yet irresistible rhythms, altogether spreading an entrancing yet soul oozing feel guaranteed to cast a spell on you... Essential.

In the Spotlight: Opolopo, Roy Ananda, Sacha Williamson "Transformation" (Double Cheese Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 05 November 2016

Opolopo, Roy Ananda, Sacha Williamson - TransformationWhat an impressive year it has been for Double Cheese Records so far, over and over again the label honored us with top-notch soulful house music... The saga continues with this splendiferous production by Opolopo and Roy Ananda entitled Transformation" that is nothing short of phenomenal, blending the distinctive sounds of these two highly talented artists into one, with Sacha Williamson providing the icing on the cake with her unrivaled inspiring spoken words. The excellent remixes are courtesy of Larry A who serves an intriguing broken beat flavored rework and Namy who delivers a glorious truly soulful piano laden interpretation.

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