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French DJ/producer Thomas Arroyo (aka Laroye) and vocalist extraordinaire Lee Wilson bless us with the uber soulful "Beautiful", a timeless sun drenched gem oozing with the unmistakable deeply felt vocals of Lee Wilson bodacious keys, heavenly pads and gentle percussive rhythms. The cherry on top are the formidable remixes by Osunlade who delivers a glamorous organic interpretation, Casamena who serves a downright hypnotizing afro-tech rework, and finally Laroye himself completes the package with his mellifluous 'Deep Dream Mix'. Ocha Records will release this timeless soulful gem on vinyl next week, with a digital release to follow in mid-August.
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As the world celebrates the 50th anniversary of Philadelphia International, Quantize Recordings present a downright awe-inspiring interpretation of the Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes all-time disco anthem "Don't leave me this way" by Teddy Douglas (The Basement Boys). Without doubt, this masterly orchestrated remake laced with an amazing rendition of the unforgettable lyrics by Richard Burton stays respectful to the spirit of the original yet transforms the song into a soulful four-to-the-floor jewel that is by no means to be missed.
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What an incredible selection of fresh music we have for you this week... enjoy !!
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Don't miss out on this phenomenal three track release by Bristol soulful house don Sean McCabe and Barcelona’s shining bruk export Damian Botigue (Karmasound) entitled "A new day EP" to be released next month. Kicking things off is the title track "A new day", an awe-inspiring slice of deep soulful house music oozing with the inimitable expressive vocals of Erik Rico, illustrious keys and irresistibly groovin' rhythms. Next is "Can't let it go", a scintillating broken beat instrumental, and last but not least there is the uplifting and summery "Para te ver" featuring the amazing vocal stylings of Mabreezee.
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Out now on 12" vinyl (a digital release will follow in autumn) through Makin' Moves Records is the fabulous "When you read this" by LyricL. Produced by none other than Chicago's own Sean Ali and Munk Julius aka Deep Soul Syndicate, "When you read this" is a truly glamorous and timeless slice of jazz house laced with the eminent spoken word poetry of LyricL, sumptuous keys, sublime horns and an intriguing organic backdrop. The cherry on top are the paramount remixes by Martin 'AtJazz' Iveson.
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We've carefully selected the new releases we've included in this weeks update... enjoy !!
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Legendary producer Albert Sterling Menendez aka Sterling Ensemble and Sara Devine are back together for "Joy", the follow up to their hit collaboration "Angel" released in late 2016. Unquestionably, Sara Devine's unmatched sultry vocals truly shine on this paramount soulful production laced with luxurious keys and an intriguing organic musical backing. The cherry on top are the phenomenal remixes by Kenny Dope and Frankie Feliciano both adding their signature soulful touch to take the track to the next level, making it next to impossible to pick a favorite version.
In the Spotlight: Wayne Williams & Brutha Basil & Steve Maestro "Love dance" (T's Box Records Promo)
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Next up on T's Box Records is the utterly vibrant "Love dance", a collaboration by Chosen Few DJs founder Wayne Williams, acclaimed wordsmith Brutha Basil and renowned producer Steve 'Miggedy' Maestro. Undoubtedly, the inexorably thumpin' rhythms together with the entrancing keys, the inebriant pads and the unmatched spoken words of Brutha Basil (with additional vocals by Wayne Williams) are guaranteed to cast a spell on you.
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Coming soon to Mirror Ball Recordings is the fantastic "Loving you" produced by Terry Hunter and performed in grand style by Terisa Griffin. Indisputably, "Loving you" featuring the unmistakable passionate vocals of Terisa Griffin alongside sumptuous jazzed-up keys, sublime trumpet and a smooth yet infectious funked-up backdrop will make you yearn for more... Essential.
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Once again we picked only the very best from the plethora of new music that landed in our mailbox... enjoy !!
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Over the past year, POJI Records have been blessing us with numerous towering singles by Ed Ramsey (most recently the sunning "Dance to the music"), now the time has come for the release of his downright phenomenal full length debut album entitled "Who is Ed Ramsey?" sure to stand the test of time. Produced by DJ Oji and featuring contributions by Leandro P and Claudio Mansur, "Who is Ed Ramsey?" is without question a verily eclectic masterpiece that perfectly showcases the unmatched deep-rooted vocal stylings of this highly esteemed singer and songwriter. Essential.
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Watch out for the paramount "Poetry in motion" by Distant People (Joey Silvero) to be released through up-and-coming Future Spin Records in the coming weeks. Beyond doubt, "Poetry in motion" which features the unrivaled sultry vocals of Tracy Hamlin alongside bodacious jazzy keys and heavenly pads over a smooth yet enthralling organic musical backing will make you yearn for more... A soulful gem by no means to be missed.