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Upcoming on Yoruba Records is the scintillating "Deep forever more" EP by deep and soulful house purveyor Carlos Mena. Kicking off this seminal deep house release is the relentlessly pulsating "Bang it" laced with the mesmerizing vocals by Osunlade alongside enchanting synth stabs. Next up is the soothing jazzed-up "Elegba", an utterly contaminous tribaltastic affair oozing with glorious flute and wicked vocal chants. The title track "Deep forever more" enters deepest grounds, fusing ruthlessly thumpin' rhythms with inspiring spoken vocals, a magnificent piano solo by Ezel and enticing spaced-out synth melodies. Closing this fantastic EP is the instrumental version of "Bang it".
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We have prepared a big update for you this week, with some deep and jazzy tracks thrown in for good measure - enjoy !!
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Ten years ago, Steal Vybe blessed us with the phantasmagorical "Spiritual life" featuring poet Rich Medina (released through Spacekat Records), now this unforgettable house music classic returns in brand new remixes by Chris Forman. The 'Far-Out Mix' is pure dance floor bliss, with irresistible tribaltastic rhythms leading the way for lush keys, heavenly chords and Rich Medina's unrivaled spoken word poetry (there is also a stripped back truly hypnotizing take of this mix aptly titled 'Vocal, Beats & Bass Mix'). Next is the groovy 'Funk & Soul Re-Production', without doubt this marvelous truly jaw-dropping soul/funk infused re-imagination of the original will send shivers down your spine... Completing the release are the classic 'Original Mix', the fantastic '2nd Healing' version and the paramount Quentin Harris remix from 2005.
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Up and rising South African producer Milky Thee Soul makes his debut on Soul Sun Soul Music with "Chase the sun", a masterly crafted soul infused gem featuring the amazing heartfelt vocals of Mikie Black alongside sublime keys, dreamy chords and deep thunderous rhythms. The remixes are courtesy of Abicah Soul who delivers a beautiful laidback percussive interpretation enriched with grand jazzy keys and celestial chords, and label head Mikki Afflick who serves an exhilarating late night rendition oozing with enticing melodies and deep captivating rhythms. Put differently, a soulful gem having timeless written all over...
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We proudly introduce you to the inaugural release on Chic Soul Music, the brand new label owned by Chicago's own Sheree Hicks. "Keeping my composure" is a breathtaking collaboration by Sheree Hicks and legendary DJ/producer DJ Pope, most definitely this timeless gem will make you yearn for more thanks to the masterly orchestration (funky bass by Ric Watts, sensual sax by Will Spence, illustrious keys by Ollie Wright) and Sheree Hicks one-of-a-kind deeply felt vocals. Chicago's DJ Sean Ali and New Jersey's DJ Beloved grace the song by adding their magical soulful touch, making it next to impossible to pick a favorite version.
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2016 continues to be a blessed with tons of soulful vocal gems - enjoy !!
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In June of 2011, Cabana Recordings truly blessed us with the first installment in their "From the Hut" compilation series, volumes two (October 2013) and three (August 2014) were equally as impressive. Now volume four is here, and what else can we say other than once again we feel blessed by the phenomenal truly eclectic selection of timeless afro-deep productions from the likes of Exte C, Radio Lab, Empower, Doug Gomez, Mazz, Justin Imperiale, Rhythm Staircase, Mauritzio, Matteo and George Vibe. This stunning release is all about real musicianship, it is an exquisite truly inebriant musical experience you wish would never end...
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Forthcoming on Rhemi Music is the sophomore release from London's own David Bailey entitled "Ain't scared to love", featuring the one and only Nicole Mitchell on vocals. To come straight to the point, David Bailey has been pulling out all the stops and graces us with a paramount production that is incredibly soulful yet oozes with an uplifting energetic vibe created by a resistless funked-up backdrop, illustrious keys and Nicole Mitchell's unmistakable sultry vocals. Put differently, "Ain't scared to love" is a timeless soulful gem guaranteed to make you yearn for more... Not to forget to mention the phantasmagorical dub version laced with inebriant melodies destined for late night play. A killer release...
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From Ancestral Recordings comes this fabulous afro-deep production by Mojalefa 'Octopuz' Tsotetsi featuring the inimitable vocals of Jay Nemor. "Motherland" is deep and soulful yet mesmerizing, with Jay Nemor'sstunning deep-rooted vocals being accompanied by illustrious keys, classy saxophone and gentle yet thrilling afro-deep rhythms. The alternate 'Deeper Mix' fueled with ethereal melodies gives the track a more intense utterly hypnotizing feel, making it the perfect choice for late night, early morning play. Don't miss out on this glamorous gem from the motherland...
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We are only two weeks into 2016 and there are already lots of soulful gems to discover - enjoy !!
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"Now that we found love" was written by legendary Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff and originally recorded by The O'Jays in 1973, with Third World releasing a Reggae-Disco interpretation in 1978, then in 1991 there was a cover version by Heavy D & The Boyz remixed by David Morales. From David Morales and his brand new Blind Colors project comes a refreshing truly paramount re-imagination of this unforgettable classic, featuring the stunning truly breathtaking vocals of Melonie Daniels Walker. The uplifting 'Classic Mix' is sheer musical bliss, with the vocals being accompanied by illustrious piano, sublime keys and a thrilling funked-up musical backdrop, while the 'Disco Mix' fueled with classic strings and a bassline reminiscent of the Diana Ross all-time classic "Love hangover" takes you on an exhilarant trip down memory lane. R & D aka Ricky Morrison and David Anthony contribute three superb remixes guaranteed to send the floor into a frenzy thanks to relentless rhythms, inebriant keys and enticing chords. Finally, Sami Dee delivers a sophisticated deep version oozing with glorious melodies.
In the Spotlight: Giulio Bonaccio featuring Stephanie Cooke "What I need" (Soulstice Music CD Promo)
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Gerardo Smedile (one of the owners and art-director of Circle Club in Milan) and Mark Di Meo (DJ, producer, remixer) launched soulful house music label Soulstice Music in late 2015, now the inaugural release on the label is ready, and what a beauty it is... "What I need" by Giulio Bonaccio is an amazing soul/funk infused production featuring the unrivaled haunting vocals of legendary Stephanie Cooke alongside grand saxophone, illustrious keys and an incredibly spell binding organic backdrop. The phenomenal remixes courtesy of Kenny Carpenter, Mark Di Meo and Gerardo Smedile take the song to the next level, with each of the remixers keeping the vibe soulful and enthralling. Jam-packed floors guaranteed...