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"The only way", one of the standout songs from Ralf GUM's highly acclaimed second artist album "Never leaves you" (needless to say it is one of our favorite songs from the album) gets a well-deserved full single release, complete with phenomenal remixes by Raw Artistic Soul and Chicago legend Terry Hunter. This timeless soulful gem oozing with Ralf GUM's unmistakable production and arrangement features the inimitable falsetto vocals by the one and only Kenny Bobien alongside a masterly orchestration - in other words, sheer musical bliss. Raw Artistic Soul strip things back to utterly infectious tribal rhythms, letting Kenny Bobien's illustrious vocals create a spiritual atmosphere guaranteed to put a spell on you. Terry Hunter adds his classic touch to take the song to a whole new level - nothing else needs to be said about this masterpiece besides it is guaranteed to make you yearn for more... |
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Galaxy Group, the collaborative project of Charles Spencer and Antoine Green (Capitol A), return with "Lady Harlem", a mind-blowing musical gem featuring the spoken word poetry of Rich Medina. "Lady Harlem" has timeless written all over, with smooth afro tinged rhythms leading the way for the expressive lyrics, grand keys and beautiful saxophone. On remix duty we have Mike 'Agent X' Clark whose stripped back workout intensifies the percussion elements and puts the vocal center stage, and Casamena whose 'Deep Mix' and 'Club Mix' are diverse yet both ooze with a mesmerizing afrotastic vibe. |
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Don't miss out on this week truly illustrious update loaded with nothing but the best and latest in soulful house music.... enjoy !!
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What happens if two of todays most ingenious and versatile producers, Vick Lavender and Pirahnahead, join forces with Diviniti, one of todays most renowned divas? You get a timeless masterpiece oozing with a masterly orchestration and phenomenal vocals not found elsewhere. "Let it go" truly is a match made in heaven, combining Diviniti's inimitable angelic rendition of the of the lyrics with the one-of-a-kind vintage sounds of of Vick Lavender and Pirahnahead - a gem guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. Not to forget to mention the stellar remixes by N'Dinga Gaba who gives the song a spiritual deep feeling, and Ziggy Funk who contributes a fabulous soul/funk inspired organic interpretation. Be on the lookout for more mixes by Josh Milan, Maurice Joshua, Trinidadian Deep and Vick Lavender forthcoming on Sophisticado Records. |
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The latest release on Women on Wax Recordings is the sensual "The pickup" by Eric King previously released through Whasdat Music on Pirahnahead's "Aural" EP in August 2011. First up is Pirahnahead's groovy original production which uses a relentlessly thumpin' backdrop as playground for Eric King's enchanting spoken word poetry and lush keys. Next we have N'Dinga Gaba's hypnotizing rework taking the track to deepest territory, with throbbing rhythms leading the way for the vocals and enticing melodies. Finally, label head DJ Minx delivers a deep minimal take which puts the emphasis on the lyrics and percussive elements. A sure fire weapon to set the floor on fire... |
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This week we have a truly diversified selection of the latest in soulful house music for you... enjoy !!
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Daishi Dance and DJ Kawasaki, two of Japan's top DJ's and house music producers, bless us with a paramount selection of unforgettable classics and neo-classic gems from the truly awe-inspiring back catalogue from King Street / Nite Grooves, but this is not all as each of them also contributes a masterly continuous mix oozing with his incomparable style, including some of their own productions/remixes such as Daishi Dance's remix of "Life time" by Urban Soul or DJ Kawasaki's remix of "Stalk you" by Ananda Project featuring Avery Sunshine. On the classics front, you get gems such as Timmy Regisford's mix of "When can our love begin" by Kimara Lovelace, David Morales mix of "Glory glory" by Ananda Project featuringTerrance Downs, "We are one" by Blaze and "Everything U want" by DJ Oji & Carolyn Victorian to name just a few. |
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Since the very first release, Italian label Double Cheese Records have been on an impressive winning streak, and without a doubt the success story will continue with the next release courtesy of Deep Character (DaSoul & Fabry Diglio) and Mad Boss who join forces with legendary Joe Flame. Together they present "My friend", an infectious underground-esque production on an old school tip featuring the enticing spoken word poetry by Joe Flame and lush keys over deep spell binding rhythms. On remix duty are Doc Link who adds his signature funk infused touch and Fiso Da Costa who contributes an exquisite afrolicious rendition. Highly recommended. |
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There ain't no stopping for Soul Sun Soul Music who have been dropping one gem after another in recent months... Their latest offering is the compelling "My spirit" by Phil Marwood which features seductive vocals by Sandra C., grand jazzy trumpet by Kafele and luscious keys over a relentlessly thumpin' backdrop. The track is taken to the next level by label head Mikki Afflick whose tribal-esque afro-deep interpretation is pure magic, and Adam Rios & Mark Francis who inject their beloved Shelter sound. A sure-fire floor weapon by no means to be missed... |
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In November 2009, we were celebrating the release of "The M&M Mixes", in February 2011 the history lesson continued with volume two which featured a selection of John Morales' finest moments. Now volume three is here, and to cut a long story short, John Morales who is considered one of the most influential remix pioneers truly blesses us with definitive versions of many well known club classics, with almost all of the remixes featured being never before heard versions of some of the most influential music by some of the most credible artists of the 70's and 80's: Barry White, Marvin Gaye, Teddy Pendergrass, Jean Carn, Donald Byrd and The Blackbyrds, The Jones Girls, Curtis Hairston, Side Effect, Loleatta Holloway, Skyy, Instant Funk, Loose Joints, Salsoul Orchestra, Raw Silk - the list of legends goes on and on... We know it has been said before, but this truly is the legacy of the M&M mixes... A masterpiece by no means to be missed. |
"The M&M Mixes Volume 3" is out now on two limited double vinyls, with a 3xCD pack, digital versions with exclusive bonus mixes and a 2xCD instrumental pack to follow in a month time. Needless to say this is is an essential release for any dance music lover, and quite simply it is one of the best releases in years, bringing back the sound that helped build and define what dance music is all about these days.







