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Album Review: "Seamless Masterclass Vol. 2 - Groove Assassin" (Seamless Records CD Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 31 December 2011
Seamless Masterclass Vol. 2 - Groove Assassin

Seamless Records continue to celebrate the restructuring of their labels into Seamless Soul, Seamless Deep and Seamless Traxx with the the second installment in their "Seamless Masterclass" series to be released on their main imprint Seamless Records which will be dedicated to release albums. None other than Nick Moss aka Groove Assassin who can look back at an illustrious history both as  producer/remixer and live performer has taken control on "Seamless Masterclass Vol. 2" and presents two masterly continuous mixes showcasing his unique style. The first one is on a laidback truly soulful lounge tip, while the second one takes you straight to the club with a stirring mixture of deep house and peak time soulful house.

Pick of the Week: AlexSoul featuring Patrix Duenas "My destiny" (Whasdat Music CD Promo)

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Created: 31 December 2011
AlexSsoul featuring Patrix Duenas - My destiny

Pirahnahead and his Whasdat Music label are going from strength to strength, with their latest offering "My destiny" by Italy's AlexSoul being a worthy follow-up to their recent masterpiece "This is why I sing" (performed by the legendary Carolyn Harding). "My destiny" features inspirational spoken words by Patrix Duenas and paramount jazzy keys over an infectiously groovin' funk drenched backing. AlexSoul's 'Alternate Remix' takes the track to deeper grounds, with the pulsating rhythms and luscious synth melodies creating a hypnotizing feel, while Pirahnahead's 'Destination Mix' is a seductive slice of deepness featuring celestial keys over thrilling rhythms.

In the Spotlight: DJ Mz Stoneage "Waiting for my superstar" (Soul Sun Soul Music CD Promo)

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Created: 31 December 2011
DJ Mz Stoneage - Waiting for my superstar

The Soul Sun Soul Music family is constantly growing, with the newest member being South Africa's Muzi Mbongwa who goes by the name DJ MZ Stoneage. His debut for Soul Sun Soul Music is the sublime afro-tinged deep house production "Waiting for my superstar" which features silky smooth female vocals alongside lush keys and chords over intoxicating percussive rhythms, altogether creating a mesmerizing feel guaranteed to cause a stir on the dance floor. We highly recommend you don't miss out on this sure fire deep house weapon... Watch out for remixes coming in spring 2012.

Reviews December 31, 2011

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 31 December 2011

Enjoy our final update for 2011 bringing you the latest in soulful house music...

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Pick of the Week: Hennings Project featuring Nickson "Do you believe it" (Seamless Soul CD Promo)

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Created: 17 December 2011
Hennings Project featuring Nickson - Do you believe it

Seamless Records celebrate the restructuring of their labels into Seamless Soul, Seamless Deep and Seamless Traxx with this phenomenal release by Hennings Project (Kristof Halmi who is from Budapest, Hungary) - we do believe this gem is sent straight down from heaven... The masterly orchestrated "Do you believe" features an amazing heartfelt vocal performance by Nickson, killer jazzy piano, grand trumpet and lush keys over smooth yet infectious funked-up rhythms. Frankie Feliciano adds his magic and turns the song into a soulful masterpiece oozing with his signature style, while Ricky Inch spices the song up with funky flavors to give it an uplifting feel good vibe. Simply one of the best soulful house releases not only in 2011 but in recent years. In other words, "Do you believe" is timeless and essential, don't miss out on it.

In the Spotlight: Staffan Thorsell & Marcel Waldburger featuring Freda Goodlett "Living the life" (Staf Productions Records CD Promo)

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Created: 17 December 2011
Staffan Thorsell & Marcel Waldburger featuring Freda Goodlett - Living the life

We are proud to present you the latest production by Staffan Thorsell and Marcel Waldburger who join forces with songstress Freda Goodlett to present a gorgeous slice of soulful house titled "Living the life". This wonderful song features deeply felt vocals by Freda Goodlett and exquisite keys and chords which are backed by an infectious yet soulful funk drenched backdrop, altogether spreading an uplifting feel which is guaranteed to jam-pack the dance floor. Currently slated for a release in February 2012.

Reviews December 18, 2011

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 17 December 2011

The year is coming to an end soon but we continue to bring you the latest and best in soulful house music... enjoy !!

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Pour le Connaisseur: Sandy Barber "I think I'll do some stepping on my own" / "Don't you worry baby" (BBE Records CD Promo)

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Created: 10 December 2011
Sandy Barber

Back in 1977, Sandy Barber had her first release with the long player "The best is yet to come" released through Olde World Records (the album has since became a Northern Soul classic), soon to be re-released by BBE Records in a deluxe edition. While you might not be familiar with this classic album release by Sandy Barber, she had quite some success in the 1990's as Sandy B with such gems as "Feels like singin'" (Nervous Records) or "Make the world go round" (Champion Records) which are nowadays considered a house music classic. Preceding the re-release of her album is this single release featuring "I think I'll doe some stepping on my own" and "Don't you worry baby" in the original versions as well as in paramount remixes by the legendary John Morales and Million Dollar Disco hero Al Kent. One not to be missed.

Pick of the Week: Danny Clark & Jay Benham featuring SuSu Bobien "More than enough" (Solid Ground Records CD Promo)

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Created: 10 December 2011
Danny Clark & Jay Benham featuring SuSu Bobien - More than enough

"More than enough" was originally featured on Solid Ground Record's massive "Summer Sampler" reviewed back in July of this year, now this gorgeous production by Danny Clark and Jay Benham featuring vocals by the legendary gospel house diva SuSu Bobien (what a dream combination this is) gets a proper release. "More than enough" is a truly soulful production spreading an uplifting feel through SuSu Bobien's unmistakable vocals, delectable jazzy keys and the smooth yet contaminous backing. Jay Benham intensifies the gospel feel on his funk drenched 'Workout Mix' featuring a killer breakdown and grand piano. Fanatix and Sean McCabe are on remix duty, taking the song to the next level with their signature soulful touch.

Pick of the Week: M&S featuring Shaun Escoffery "So sweetly" (Original & Kenny Carpenter Mixes)(Tony Records CD Promo)

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Created: 10 December 2011
M&S featuring Shaun Escoffery - So sweetly

A couple of weeks ago we introduced you to the latest bomb from Tony Records courtesy of the legendary M&S (Ricky Morrison & Fran Sidoli) who join forces with Shaun Escoffery on the old school inspired "So sweetly", a mesmerizing production featuring outstanding vocals, dramatic strings, lascivious synth melodies, gorgeous flute and a killer jazzy piano over smooth yet infectious rhythms. Now the remixes by none other than the legendary New York born and raised Kenny Carpenter have arrived. His 'Big Apple Mix' is a timeless soulful affair oozing with a glorious classic feel , while his 'Klub Mix' turns the heat up with a relentless backing laced with fiery keys. As we previously said, a fascinating release bringing back memories from the past...

In the Spotlight: Suges featuring Michael Dave Dizon "I'll be there" (Soulstream Records CD Promo)

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Created: 10 December 2011
Suges featuring Michael Dave Dizon - I'll be there

A former Pick of the Week in May 2009 when originally released on Iwanai Records, the marvelous "I'll be there" by Suges which features heartfelt vocals by Michael Dave Dizon gets a welcome re-release on Soulstream Records. The release features none less than fourteen versions and comes complete with the timeless original version, Suges own 'Steampunk Mix' and the Guy Robin remix from the 2009 release, and it also includes an eclectic selection of brand new remixes by 83 West, Kojo Akusa, ManyMore, Oral Deep, PM Project, $moove, Gene King and Jazzmattik (and we've almost forgot to mention that you also get the acapella). The bottom line is that this stellar package offers something for everyone, and it certainly is one of the vocal house records of 2011. Nuff said.



In the Spotlight: TQC "That's love" (2011 Remix)(Slaag Records CD Promo)

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Created: 10 December 2011
TQC - That's love (2011 Remix)

Back in 2004, Slaag Records released the seminal deep house gem "That's love" by TQC, the team of Tyrone Francis, Quentin Harris and Camacho (who sadly passed away in July), with Cassio Ware providing additional background vocals. Now this timeless underground favorite which features spiritual spoken vocals returns in fresh mixes by Tyrone Francis who takes the track to the next level with his thrilling interpretation built around mesmerizing rhythms, wicked piano and lush keys. For the purists, there is also an instrumental that lets you enjoy the groove and melodies in their fully glory. A must for any lover of soulful deep house music.

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