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In the Spotlight: Heather Walker "I gave you my heart" (The Unreleased Project Part 1)(CyberJamz Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 06 October 2012
Heather Walker - I gave you my heart (The Unreleased Project Part 1)

The incredible "I gave you my heart" by Heather Walker got a well deserved Spotlight Review back in February 2011 when CyberJamz sent us the original set of mixes. Now this wonderful song featuring the inimitable heartfelt vocals of songstress Heather Walker is back with previously unreleased mixes, to be released over two parts. The first part includes mixes by Yusuke Hiraoka, Tribe Franko, DJ General Slam, Maminstrumenal and Cm2, each adding his distinctive soulful/deep touch the song, making it next to impossible to choose a favorite version as they are all simply mind-blowing, taking you on a blissful musical journey you wish would never end... We can't wait to hear the other mixes to be included in part two...



Reviews October 7, 2012

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 06 October 2012

We're kind of glad normal operation is back this week after the last two weeks were a bit too much fresh new music... nuff said, now enjoy this weeks selection of soulful tunes !!

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Album Review: Ralf GUM "Never leaves you" (GoGo Music CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 29 September 2012
Ralf GUM - Never leaves you More than four years have passed since German DJ/producer Ralf GUM released his debut artist album "Uniting music", now finally the wait is over and his highly anticipated second album "Never leaves you" has arrived. Ten genuinely soulful songs can be found on this album, performed by some of the greatest vocalists: Caron Wheeler, Jocelyn Mathieu, Kafele, Kenny Bobien, Robert Owens, Jaidene Veda, Oluhle, Monique Bingham, Jon Pierce. From beginning to the end, this masterly crafted album is all about Ralf GUM's signature sounds, his inimitable production style and his truly sophisticated arrangements. In other words, what you get with Ralf GUM's "Never leaves you" is the finest soulful vocal house this planet has to offer. Quite simply the album of the year for us, a masterpiece by no means to be missed.

Pick of the Week: Jonathan Meyer "Warm me up" (Super Soul Music CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 29 September 2012
Jonathan Meyer - Warm me up Brand new Italian label Super Soul Music kick off super strong with their debut release "Warm me up" by Jonathan Meyer which features an amazing vocal performance by Miss D, sublime rhodes and piano by Gianni Di Crescenzo and funked-up bass by Pippo Matino - the result is a phenomenal slice of soul/funk inspired house music guaranteed to make you yearn for more. The 'Gospel Mix' which features grandiose hammond by Martino Onorato takes you straight to the church with its gorgeous spiritual touch, while Terry Hunter delivers sheer musical bliss with his fiery rendition laced with heavenly keys by "Jigga" James Edwards, funky bass by Ron Hall, jazzy horns by Steve Graber and lovely guitars by Phil Sneed. Not to forget to mention the hypnotizing 'Dubroom' version which is guaranteed to set the floor on fire thanks to a killer hammond ride and ruthlessly thumpin' groove. We can't wait to hear more from this label...

In the Spotlight: Neal Conway featuring Dana Weaver "Like magic" (Dagostar Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 29 September 2012
Neal Conway featuring Dana Weaver - Like magic About a month ago, we were celebrating Neal Conway's phenomenal "Choices" featuring Taihisha Grant, now he is back on Spirit of House with the equally fantastic "Like magic" featuring Dana Weaver, to be released on Sal Negro & Dirty Turk's Dagostar label. Neal Conway's unforgettable underground flavored sound from the early 90's shines through on this this breath-taking production which combines traditional and contemporary elements whilst oozing with a wonderful futuristic timeless feel, not to forget to mention Dana Weaver's incomparable deep-rooted vocals. Beside Neal Conway's own mind-blowing versions you get paramount soul oozing remixes by Sal Negro and DJ Ant B, making this release something truly special. Once again, Neal Conway gives us a timeless soulful house gem guaranteed to send shivers down your spine and make you yearn for more...


Reviews September 30, 2012

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 29 September 2012

For the second week in a row, we bring you a huge update loaded with lots of amazing soulful gems... enjoy !!

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Album Review: Various "House Legends Mateo & Matos" (KingStreet Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 22 September 2012
House Legends Mateo & Matos This is the fourth installment in the newly created "House Legends" series (the first three releases in the series were dedicated to Kerri 'Kaoz 6:23' Chandler, Frankie Feliciano and Mood II Swing) on King Street Records which looks back at the illustrious catalogue of Eddie 'E-Z' Matos and John 'Roc' Mateo classics on the label. This incredible collection features a total of 24 of their countless classic productions including gems such as "Feel funky" (unbelievable this one dates back to 1995), "Congo deep" or "Hisa jazz". And of course their recent outings "Open minded" and "Deep afro rootz" are here as well. In short:a testament of time we consider an essential addition to the record collection of any house music lover, no matter young or old, that documents the legacy of legendary producers Eddie 'E-Z' Matos and John 'Roc' Mateo...

Pick of the Week: Fiso Da Costa featuring Lorena "Landscape beyond the clouds" (Lilac Jeans Mixes)(Sci-Fi Productions CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 22 September 2012
Fiso Da Costa featuring Lorena - Landscape beyond the clouds (Lilac Jeans Mixes)

In summer of last year, we were celebrating Fiso Da Costa's wonderful deep "Landscape beyond the clouds" which features marvelous sultry vocals by songstress Lorena, now Sci-Fi Productions present fresh remixes of this jewel by Lilac Jeans (Linda Sikhosana &Floyd Nkonyane). Not less than five different interpretations are provided by Lilac Jeans (three four-to-the-floor workouts, one r&b version and one broken beat flavored rendition), all of them oozing with a delectable soulful feel guaranteed to make you yearn for more. Believe us, it is next to impossible to choose a favorite version as they are all brilliant... A masterpiece...

In the Spotlight: Deep City Soul & Darryl D'Bonneau "Peace" (Solid Ground Recordings CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 22 September 2012
Deep City Soul & Darryl D'Bonneau - Peace

This is the first of two brand new promos from first-class soulful house music label Solid Ground Recordings. Ever since Deep City Soul's "Peace" originally featured on the labels "Spring Sampler", it has been taking over dance floors by storm thanks to the unmistakable vocals by the legendary Darryl D'Bonneau, wicked keys and ruthlessly thumpin' rhythms. Frankie Feliciano is pulling out all the stops on his spell binding remix featuring a killer piano alongside heavenly keys (there is also an alternate version stripping back the piano and keys), Danny Clark takes us back in time with his old school inspired workout oozing with glorious keys, and last but not least 83 West grace us with an utterly deep genuine underground vibe guaranteed to send shivers down your spine.

In the Spotlight: SMI featuring Shea Soul "Just fine" (Makin' Moves CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 22 September 2012
SMI featuring Shea Soul - Just fine

Earlier this year, Matt Langrish-Smith and Jamesey launched the events promotion company Makin' Moves, now they add a brand new exciting record label to the brand. The label kicks off in grand style with "Just fine" by North London producer SMI, a breathtaking production featuring the inimitable vocals of Shea Soul alongside a sublime jazzy piano over laidback yet thrilling afrotastic rhythms - a timeless soulful gem by no means to be missed. David Harness takes the song to the next level on his deep hypnotizing interpretation, not to forget to mention Jihad Muhammad who graces us with a marvelous deep rendition laced with superb keys and lush strings. We can't wait to hear more from the label...

Reviews September 23, 2012

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 22 September 2012

Enjoy this weeks mammoth update loaded with the latest in soulful house music... enjoy !!

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Pick of the Week: Suges & Deon Nathan "Midnight woman" / "Sex face" (Soulstream Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 15 September 2012
Suges & Deon Nathan - Midnight woman / Sex face

The wait is over as Suges and Deon Nathan finally present the long awaited follow-up to last year's precious deep house production "You body". Similar to its antecessor, "Midnight woman" features the unrivaled sensual vocals of UK soul singer Deon Nathan, together with the distinguished keys and laidback yet thrilling percussive rhythms they create a mesmerizing feel guaranteed to make you yearn for more. Remixes are courtesy of Martino who enters deepest grounds on his dark rework, Guerrilla Science who strip things down on their hypnotizing remix, James 'Blakstar' John who gives the track an intoxicating deep melodious touch, and last but not least Daniel Guetta who serves an 80's inspired synth fueled remix. Also included is the bonus track "Sex face", a classic r&b jam taking you back in time.

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