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Turn back the clock to 2033 when T. Kolai (aka Washington DC based artists Taha Elroubi and Nicolas 'Kolai' Laget) released their critically acclaimed multi-genre full length album "Teak all eye" through Chillifunk Records. Fast forward to present day, and the album that blends refined electronic rhythms with a masterly orchestration (flute, saxophone, strings, bass, guitar, violin, percussion) and awe-inspiring vocals returns in a 'Deluxe Edition' that includes an eclectic selection of truly superb remixes: "Congo" (Fragile State Remix), "Exodus" (Fragile State Remix), "Why" (Rude Boy Rupert Remix),"Zouk!" (Phil Asher Restless Soul Moontime Dub), and "Zouk!" (Chillifunk Allstars Broken Beat Rework). An absolutely mind-blowing album by no means to be missed...
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This week, a rather varied update awaits you... enjoy !!
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Don't miss out on the paramount soulful production "Let my life shine" by Simon Paw (Simone Zamparini) featuring Chicago based singer/songwriter Angel-A (Angela Tarrant) scheduled for a release through Notturno Music in the coming weeks. Without question, the unrivaled haunting vocals of Angel-A together with the sumptuous keys by Marco Airaghi, the sublime clarinet & saxophone by Maurizio Moscatelli and the infectious organic musical backing will make you yearn for more... The cherry on top is the pre-eminent remix by Coflo (Cody Ferreira) that takes the track to a whole new dimension thanks to enthralling rhythms and tantalizing melodies.
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Only the very best passed quality control... enjoy !!
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Spanish DJ/producer Rafa Santos has been pulling out all the stops to grace us with an absolutely mind-boggling deep house production entitled "Our journey". Without any question, "Our journey" using spell binding syncopated rhythms as foundation for warm melodious keys, grandiose saxophone solo and a cool female vocal loop is sure to make you yearn for more... The cherry on top is the towering 'NDATL Remix' by Atlanta house hero Kai Alce that transforms the track into an emotional and organic undeniably enthralling late night, early morning anthem. By no means to be missed...
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Back in August, critically acclaimed DJ/remixer Mike Maurro dropped the mind-boggling " Groove On Down (Essentials)" compilation that features a total of eleven handpicked tracks. Included are five brand new Mike Maurro remixes of Afrika Bambaataa & Soul Sonic Force "Planet rock", Michael Jackson "Billie Jean", Freeez featuring John Rocca "I.O.U.", Madonna "Borderline" and Loleatta Holloway "Love sensation", an early Mike Maurro demo mix of Nicolette Larson "Lotta love", as well as eleven remastered classic gems, some of which are amongst the rarest vinyl 12". Previously only available as digital download only, the compilation has recently been released on 2xCD featuring a bonus remix of George Benson "Give me the night". Indisputably essential.
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Lots of fresh gems to discover this week... enjoy !!
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Legendary disco project Hudson People, best remembered for their essential classic "Trip to your mind", unleash their fresh new single "Hold on" featuring several mixes based on an original recording from the late 1980’s, with the completely unheard yet incredibly soulful voice of singer Rickey Owens. First up is Thomas Redfern who contributes a funky yet deep version, complete with a dub taking this even deeper. Next is Tom Quick who serves a catchy 90’s French house inspired rework, followed by DJ Friction who delivers a dope boogie/funk influenced mix. From Hollis P. Monroe comes the laidback mellifluous 'Balearic Mix', and finally there are the original demo mix and acapella.
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Next up on MoreHouse Records is "In paradise" a soulful and uplifting yet undeniably hypnotizing collaboration by Groove Junkies (Evan Landes) and Scott K. To make a long story short, "In paradise" with downright irresistibly thumpin' deepened rhythms leading the way for illustrious keys and organ by Shawn Hibler and a momentous gospel sermon is guaranteed to take over dance floors around the globe by storm.
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A truly eclectic and fully loaded update is ready for you to check out... enjoy !!
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An undeniably paramount release by 2SoulFusion (aka Louie Vega and Josh Milan) is forthcoming on Vega Records in late October, the uplifting gospel house anthem "Shout!". Without any question, "Shout!" featuring the unmistakable powerhouse vocals and ad-libs of Dames Brown and Dawn Tallman (along an all-star ensemble of vocalists including Josh Milan, Rahsaan Patterson, Lisa Fischer, Cindy Mizelle, Audrey Wheeler, Ramona Dunlap and Lea Lorien), luxurious jazzed-up keys and celestial pads over an infectious funk soaked backdrop is a joyful gospel congregation sure to make you yearn for more and send shivers down your spine...
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Summer is gone yet the soulful heat continues... enjoy !!!