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In the Spotlight: Dvine Brothers "Back 2 Basics" (Baainar Digital Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 23 October 2021

Dvine Brothers - Back 2 BasicsForthcoming to Baainar Digital is the massive and truly phenomenal "Back 2 Basics" album by South Africa's Dvine Brothers. The expertly crafted and unquestionably chameleonic album includes not less than nineteen vocal and instrumental productions featuring some of South Africa's most prominent figures in the afro, deep and soulful house music scenes: Drika, Jay Sax, Eltonnick, Elliker, Kelvin Momo, Leskosol, French August, SoulLab, Tdo Soulfreak, Decency, Dr Moruti, Hypnosis, Dustinho, Zelda Armando, Bee-Bar, DJ Bullet, DJ Fortee, Siyakha Khitha, Movi M, Efkay Da Shiqwan, Essential I, Kaylow, Mojere, Ole and Oscar Mbo. Most definitely, "Back 2 Basics" offers something for every house music lovers, with many gems to discover.

Reviews October 24, 2021

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 23 October 2021

review logoEven though this is kind of a smaller update, don't miss to check it out as there are some real gems to discover...

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Pick of the Week: The Heavy Quarterz "3 AM" (Ocha Mzansi Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 16 October 2021

The Heavy Quarterz - 3 AMFinally the wait is over and the long anticipated debut album by South African trio The Heavy Quarterz has arrived and is available through renowned label Ocha Mzansi. The album is titled "3 AM" and features a total of eight vocal and instrumental productions, with each of the tracks perfectly showcasing the unique and innovative critically acclaimed afro house sound the The Heavy Quarterz are famous for. Indisputably, their unmatched deep broken, sub frequency rich, house sound will send shivers down your spine...

In the Spotlight: Steal Vybe featuring Shota "Memories" (Chris Forman's Deeper In Soul Remix)(Steal Vybe Music Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 16 October 2021

Steal Vybe featuring Shota - Memories (Chris Forman's Deeper In Soul Remix)Remember this incredible slice of soulful deepness by Steal Vybe (Chris Forman & Damon Bennett) entitled "Memories" which features the eminent vocal stylings of South Africa's Shota (Mnqobi Mdabe) released in late 2018 on Ocha Records? Chris Formanhas re-imagined and re-orchestrated this glorious track, the result is absolutely jaw-dropping and keeps the vibe deep and soulful yet mesmerizing, with enthralling rhythms leading the way for celestial synth melodies and Shota's inimitable vocals.

In the Spotlight: Peter Simpson "Won't you see me" (Deep Soul Syndicate Mixes)(Vibe Boutique Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 16 October 2021

Peter Simpson - Won't you see me (Deep Soul Syndicate Mixes)Back in July, Vibe Boutique Records blessed us with the glamorous Mark Francis interpretation of "Won't you see me" by Pete Simpson, now this soulful gem returns in an awe-inspiring eleven minute long extravaganza by Deep Soul Syndicate (Sean Ali & Munk Julius). Without any doubt, the dynamic duo has been pulling out all the stops and delivers a timeless soulful jewel which combines Pete Simpson's one-of-a-kind heartfelt vocals with sumptuous jazzed-up keys, heavenly pads and a smooth yet captivating musical backing.

Reviews October 17, 2021

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 16 October 2021

review logoThis week we bring you a truly eclectic update with vocal soulful, afro and deep house releases... enjoy !!

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Pick of the Week: Ed Ramsey "Smile (I can't get enough)" (Remixes Part 1)(POJI Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 09 October 2021

 Ed Ramsey - Smile (I can't get enough) (Remixes Part 1)"Smile (I can't get enough)" is the latest single taken from Ed Ramsey's critically acclaimed and truly phenomenal album "Who is Ed Ramsey?". This is the first of two remix packages of the song, featuring downright jaw-dropping interpretations by legendary producer Charles Dockins who has been pulling out all the stops to bless us with an eclectic selection of soulful yet enthralling vocal and dub mixes, making it next to impossible to pick a favorite version.

In the Spotlight: Miss Kelli "Contagious" (FunkHut Remixes)(FunkHut Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 09 October 2021

Miss Kelli - Contagious (FunkHut Remixes)The latest offering form FunkHut Records are these indisputably mind-blowing DJ Pope remixes of the wonderful "Contagious" by Miss Kelli (formerly Marty St. Michaels). Beyond question, DJ Pope's expertly crafted truly soulful interpretations oozing with Miss Kelli's unrivaled vocal stylings, sumptuous keys, inebriant galactical pads and a vibrant organic backdrop are guaranteed to cast a spell on you.

Reviews October 10, 2021

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 09 October 2021

review logoEnjoy this weeks selection of the latest in vocal soulful and afro house from the plethora of new music we've received...

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Pick of the Week: Various "Philadelphia International Records: The Mike Maurro Remixes" (Sony/Legacy Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 02 October 2021

Various - The Mike Maurro RemixesCritically acclaimed DJ/remixer Mike Maurro has added his magical touch to not less than fourteen classics from the unrivaled back catalogue of legendary Philadelphia International Records who are celebrating their 50th anniversary this year. Without any doubt, each one of Mike Maurro's super-sized interpretations based on the original multi track masters is nothing short of phenomenal, breathing fresh life into these all-time classics and anthems which have influenced and defined disco and house for decades. This awe-inspiring compilation is by no means to be missed...

In the Spotlight: Sir LSG featuring NutownSoul "Searching" (GoGo Music Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 02 October 2021

Sir LSG featuring NutownSoul - SearchingAfter a four year hiatus, South African house music maestro Sir LSG returns with "Searching" an uber soulful jewel having timeless written all over. To make it short, the expertly crafted "Searching" which features the unmatched deep-rooted vocals of NutownSoul and sumptuous keys over a smooth yet thrilling organic musical backing is not to be missed... Not to forget to mention the excellent remix by Soulfreakah keeping the vibe soulful yet giving the track an exciting deepened feel.

Reviews October 3, 2021

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 02 October 2021

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