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Here we've got an essential remix package of "What they say" by Illvibe Collective and the one and only Lady Alma who impresses with an outstanding vocal performance. The remixes are courtesy of Nathan G whose 'Luvbug' mixes give the track a resistless bumpy touch, while the 'Raw Reference' mixes are on a deeper likewise contagious tip. Not to forget to mention the celestial broken beat styled 'Broken E-Jazz Remake' which is simply gorgeous. Also included are instrumental and dub versions. |
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Blaksonix featuring Krista "Funeral" (Mutated Music Records CD Promo)
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"Funeral" by Blacksonix aka Justin Stride is a collaboration with American songstress Krista. This is an outstanding slice of deep house featuring sensitive vocals by Krista alongside luscious keys and chords over an infectiously deep groove. Beside the original and instrumental versions, there is the roughened 'Deep Down Dub' by Si Gordon and a magnificent soulful broken beat interpretation by Nate Brice. |
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** Exclusive Preview ** "Sounds from the rubber room" includes nine tracks showcasing the variety of styles Joe Flame and his D#Sharp family stand for. From the laidback melodious "Good morning heartache" featuring sultry vocals by Asia Lynn over a brand new peak time remix of "I never told you" featuring the late KT Brooks, a deep remix of the previously released "Dance or die" featuring Rasmir Mantree and the deep hypnotic thumper "Jesus beat" by Mary Morrow to the five other truly versatile tracks, whatever track you choose to play the floors will be jam packed. Highly recommended. |
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Exclusive Preview: Justin Imperiale featuring Diviniti "Love can heal the world" (Cabana Records CD Promo)
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Justin Imperiale and songstress Diviniti team up for the exquisite "Love can heal the world", an enchanting laidback production impressing with deeply felt vocals by Diviniti and gorgeous keys perfectly arranged over a smooth percussion enriched backdrop. Pirahnahead's pumped-up remix gives the track a more organic feel, while Jonny Montana & Craig Stewart inject their beloved mellow jazzy sounds - the result is simply delicious. |
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Two years ago, Wil Milton and Rodney Carter blessed us with the marvelous album "Don't let go", now their new full length project "Recarnation" is about to drop and as its predecessor this is an essential purchase. The recent singles "Lickquid lyfe", "Make everything alright", "Out the door" and "Future in our music" are included as well as six brand new songs that showcase their talents and love for soulful house music with meaningful lyrics and gorgeous melodies. An impressive inspirational album from Wil Milton and Rodney Carter not to be missed. |
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The original version of Kafele Bandele's "Stone crazy", a masterfully down tempo production oozing with a celestial lounge feel and outstanding vocals, was just recently released on the "Giant Steps Back From MiaMi" EP. Now the full release is here, and what a musical treat it is!! The song is taken to deepest grounds by Kafele, Thee Gobbs, Nastee Nev, Bossruu, LIps and Soul Agenda, with each of them contributing a distinctive version to the release, always keeping the vibe soulful and laidback yet intriguing. |
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Marty Thomas "Thank you (power of love)" (Ian Friday Tea Party Tribute)(West End Records CD Promo)
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These Ian Friday remixes of "Thank you (power of love)" by Marty Thomas are taken from the Mel Cheren tribute CD "Keep On Dancin': A Tribute to the Godfather of Disco Mel Cheren" out now on West End Records. Ian Friday combines the unmistakable vocals by Marty Thomas with his trademark infectious yet soulful organic rhythms, sweet guitars and killer keys. The result is a wonderful song full of emotion and positive energy. |
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Next Dimension label head Joseph Mercado and South Africa's Kat la kat selected twelve tracks that perfectly showcase the versatility and evolvement of South African house, its producers and artists. This masterful collection celebrates the phenomena that has taken the world by storm and reaches beyond imagination, exploring the creativity and rhythms that we all fell in love with. From soulful to deep to tribal to hypnotic, you will all find it here. Highly recommended. |
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** Exclusive Preview ** "Me" by Jannae Jordan was originally released on Shelter Records back at the end of 2006, with the legendary David Camacho on production (the release also included a remix by Quentin Harris). Now Consortium Muzik are about to drop a marvelous package of remixes of this song which features outstanding vocals by Jannae Jordan. Johnny Montana contributes a superb jazzed-up organic interpretation on a laidback tip, while Mark Di Meo gives the track a celestial classic sounding. Next is Setso 'Said-So' Maakwe taking the song to deepest grounds on his refreshing dub, followed by Tony Loreto who serves a peak time monster fueled with grandiose melodies. Mixes by ChrisIDH will be available too. |
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Exclusive Preview: Steal Vybe & Leslie Carter "I got you" (Steal Vybe Records CD Promo)
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Hot on the heels of their recent underground smash hit "Track to the music / The hybrid" comes the next bomb from Steal Vybe, a collaboration with Leslie Carter. The compelling "I got you" is deeper than deep and loaded with gorgeous vocals and glorious melodies created by phat synths and lush keys, perfectly arranged over an infectious yet soulful groove. The 'We love the Soul Reprise' relaxes the vibe to give the track a beautiful laidback feel. |
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Brand new label Ghetto Freaks kick off strong with their debut release "Music makes me feel good" by Nassau, a feel good production featuring uplifting vocals by Leon Beal and gorgeous keys over a smooth yet infectious funk soaked backing. The 'Club Mix' is on a more electronic tip yet keeping the feel funky - perfect for peak time play. Gorgio Sperone's 'Remix Edit' is a great alteration of the 'Club Mix', further intensifying the vibe to guarantee mayhem on the dance floor. |
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DJ Reeplee featuring Miles Sherman "Get loose" (Souvent Records CD Promo)
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After a hiatus of two years, DJ Reeplee returns with the marvelous "Get loose" featuring an outstanding vocal performance by Miles Sherman alongside a magnificent orchestration. The 'Original' version is laidback and funky and features jazzy keys and lovely guitars over a smooth backing, with the '41 Street' remix adding a horn section and spicing up the groove. |