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We are only two weeks into 2016 and there are already lots of soulful gems to discover - enjoy !!
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"Now that we found love" was written by legendary Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff and originally recorded by The O'Jays in 1973, with Third World releasing a Reggae-Disco interpretation in 1978, then in 1991 there was a cover version by Heavy D & The Boyz remixed by David Morales. From David Morales and his brand new Blind Colors project comes a refreshing truly paramount re-imagination of this unforgettable classic, featuring the stunning truly breathtaking vocals of Melonie Daniels Walker. The uplifting 'Classic Mix' is sheer musical bliss, with the vocals being accompanied by illustrious piano, sublime keys and a thrilling funked-up musical backdrop, while the 'Disco Mix' fueled with classic strings and a bassline reminiscent of the Diana Ross all-time classic "Love hangover" takes you on an exhilarant trip down memory lane. R & D aka Ricky Morrison and David Anthony contribute three superb remixes guaranteed to send the floor into a frenzy thanks to relentless rhythms, inebriant keys and enticing chords. Finally, Sami Dee delivers a sophisticated deep version oozing with glorious melodies.
In the Spotlight: Giulio Bonaccio featuring Stephanie Cooke "What I need" (Soulstice Music CD Promo)
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Gerardo Smedile (one of the owners and art-director of Circle Club in Milan) and Mark Di Meo (DJ, producer, remixer) launched soulful house music label Soulstice Music in late 2015, now the inaugural release on the label is ready, and what a beauty it is... "What I need" by Giulio Bonaccio is an amazing soul/funk infused production featuring the unrivaled haunting vocals of legendary Stephanie Cooke alongside grand saxophone, illustrious keys and an incredibly spell binding organic backdrop. The phenomenal remixes courtesy of Kenny Carpenter, Mark Di Meo and Gerardo Smedile take the song to the next level, with each of the remixers keeping the vibe soulful and enthralling. Jam-packed floors guaranteed...
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We kick off the new year with a truly impressive update - enjoy !!
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French DJ/producer Marc Tasio and Netherlands based singer/songwriter Bibi Provence have been collaborating on various projects in 2014 (released through HSR Records and Disco Balls Records), shortly after meeting each other in person for the first time at this years Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) they went to the studio to record the songs for their full length album "Feel so alive" - to make it short, the result speaks for itself. A total of twelve masterly crafted songs are included, without a doubt this truly multifaceted album -from laidback over soulful to uplifting and energetic, it all can be found on this formidable album - emphasizes the versatility of Marc Tasio as a producer and Bibi Provence as a singer.
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Beginning of the year, Groove Junkies front man Evan Landes and Michele Chiavarini blessed us with the marvelous "Play", a soulful masterpiece featuring legendary songstress Carolyn Harding. This time around, the two team up with Los Angeles based singer/songwriter Lee Usher for "Live free & dance", a truly glamorous slice of soul infused deep sensual house music not to be missed. Three equally brilliant mixes are included in this release, each one taking you on blissful journey to the deeper grounds of soulful house music, letting you explore the unrivaled truly one-of-a-kind sound of Evan Landes and Michele Chiavarini in its full glory, not to forget to mention the amazing sultry vocals of Lee Usher.
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033 Lifestyle is a celebrated institution in Pietermaritzburg (the capital and second-largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa) renowned for its indigenous cuisine (called "Shisanyama") as well as for being a mecca for deep and soulful house music that continuously supports and nurtures local talents. The "033 Lifestyle Shisanyama Sessions" compiled by soWHAT label head UPZ (Avi Elman) and 033 Lifestyle resident DJ's Spice Libra and Paul Vergo features an eclectic truly jaw-dropping selection of vocal and instrumental productions from both up-and-rising talents as well as established artists, perfectly showcasing the many flavors of soulful and deep house music originating from the motherland (and especially the KwaZulu-Natal region). Essential.
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The final update for 2015 is here, we hope you enjoy our selection of the latest in soulful house music...
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The highly acclaimed "House Masters" series launched back in 1998 goes into the next round, looking at the illustrious career and formidable musical heritage of British house music production duo Heller & Farley aka Pete Heller and Terry Farley (they've also used aliases such as Fire Island and Roach Motel during their career). Beyond the shadow of a doubt, the Heller & Farley sound was pivotal to the development of house music in the UK and has influenced and inspired many producers and artists around the world. Not less than thirty productions and remixes are included, showcasing the many sides of Heller & Farley, from their underground stuff to remixes of pop artists and the dub mixes that put them onto the play lists of the worlds leading DJ's as well as cemented their position within the house music community. "House Masters: Heller & Farley" is a truly phenomenal retrospective of the unique and inimitable sound of this legendary production duo, featuring many of their club anthems that are still hammered to this day, along with a brand new version of perhaps their best-known record "Ultra flava" which is exclusive to this compilation.
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We truly fell in love with this song with the very first listen... Paris Cesvette and poetry artist Diamondancer (Carolyn Ferrari) join forces for "Lush", a splendiferous production having timeless written over that is using gentle yet spell binding organic rhythms as playground for illustrious jazzy keys and heavenly chords, not to forget to mention Diamondancer's incomparable spoken word poetry. Courtesy of Luis 'LooweeR' Rivera come the remixes which take the song to deeper utterly melodious grounds, oozing with a truly seductive late night feel that is guaranteed to send shivers down your spine... Essential.
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Bassline Records are about to celebrate the 21st birthday of the utterly inspiring and uplifting house music classic "Thank you lord" which took over dance floors by storm back in 1994 in the paramount Victor Simonelli remixes (which by the way still give me goosebumps). The anniversary package will include this absolutely breathtaking masterly crafted interpretation by Guido P who has truly been pulling out all the stops, keeping the spirit and beauty of the amazing one-of-a-kind gospel tinged vocals of Connie Harvey alive yet giving the song a thrilling contemporary soul/funk infused 4/4 feel guaranteed to make you yearn for more.
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The year end is coming closer, yet we still have lots of soulful goodies for you to discover... enjoy !!