There ain't no stoppin' of soulful house music coming from South Africa... This three track EP releases through Soul'O Music is courtesy of up and rising producers Sobz and SoulPoizen. Sobz contributes two tracks to the package, with both "Memeza" and "Ndibiza kuwe" being on a truly deep spiritual deep, using contaminous afro-native rhythms as playground for hypnotizing melodies and traditional vocals chants, with the latter further intensifying the feel by adding relentless tribal elements. "Electric moods" by SoulPoizen is somewhat more relaxed yet it is refreshingly deep and infectious and oozes with a afrolicious melodies.

A couple of weeks ago we've been celebrating the sampler with the words "We don't think there is a better way to showcase Nick Moss' (aka Groove Assassin) versatility and ingenuity..." Now the full compilation is here, featuring 23 individual tracks and an eighty minute continuous mix that is best described as a masterly crafted mix oozing with soul and infectious rhythms from beginning to the end, fusing peak time bangers, deep tech-house anthems and soulful blissfulness into a unique journey through house music as only a "groove assassin" can deliver. If you never had the chance to experience one of his memorable DJ sets live, make no mistake and get your hands on this release, turn down the lights, pump up the volume and let the music take control...

Since 1993, legendary Chicago label Large Music have been blessing us with many timeless classics (to give you just one example: Roy Davis Jr. "Gabrielle"), introduced us to many new talents, not to forget to mention the influence they had in the development of house music. Their latest project is a culmination of all the three as they introduce us to the highly talented DJ/producer Nathan G from Australia who presents a future classic with his phenomenal album titled "The Glow" that for sure will have an influence on house music the way forward. The album features vocal contributions from Cecilia Stalin, Lisa Shaw and Alexander East and is best described as a sexy and fresh yet versatile take on house music that is full of influences from various musical genres - in other words, this is sheer musical bliss.

End of 2008, Adaptation Music entered the house music scene with a bang when they presented their debut release "Las llaves" by Vincent Kwok, and ever since they've been on a winning streak and have worked with both firmly established artists and the stars of the future to release a variety of sounds. Now they present "The Sound of Adaptation", a retrospective of their illustrious back catalogue, with this compilation featuring nothing but the best of it - gems such as "You're so special" by Distant People featuring Tasita D'Mour, "Now is our time" by Asymmetric Soul featuring Ella, "Happiness is taking over" by D-Reflection featuring Seth Sharp or "The one" by Tom Conrad featuring Jaidene Veda to name but a few. Rounding off the package is an exclusive DJ mix from Tom Conrad.

We have to admit when this promo arrived in our mailbox, we were instantly blown away and forgot about all the other new music and listened to it over and over again... "Keep lifting me" is the third collaboration of Pirahnahead and Eric King, and what the two deliver is a masterpiece guaranteed to please every lover of soulful dance music. This inspirational production features a paramount vocal performance by Eric King and a masterly orchestration which together spread a soulful uplifting feeling making you yearn for more. Then we have Terry Hunter with a sublime interpretation slightly intensifying the gospel feel of the song. Finally, Midnite Jackers serve an infectious late night rendition laced with lascivious synth melodies. Essential and timeless.

KingStreet present the first edition of "New Breed of Soulful House" which will feature all new original tunes from up and rising artists. Kicking things off is "I remember" by Hubert Street, an old school styled production reminiscent of the legendary New Jersey garage sound which features amazing vocals by Bradley White-Dale. Next are Logistix with the funk drenched "I feel" which features heartfelt vocals by Deon Nathan and dulcet keys over a thumpin' backdrop, coming complete with a deep luscious rework by Samson Lewis. Last but not least, there is "Whispers" by Alex Ander, a deep mesmerizing yet soulful instrumental track also included in an alternate version with added live sax by Bruno Soares to give the track a jazzy edge.

Back in April 2007, Blak Ink Music was launched with Wil Milton & Rodney Carter's highly acclaimed album "The Songbook of Love", now the impeccable songwriting duo returns with part two, picking up where part one left off. Meaningful lyrics coming from the bottom of the heart, expressively performed as only Rodney Carter can do, featuring the precious signature orchestration and arrangements by Wil Milton, and fusing various influences to take their unique sound to the next level - what we have here is a musical masterpiece by Wil Milton & Rodney Carter which will stand the test of time. Highly recommended not only to any lover of house music, but to everyone looking for soulful dance music with a meaning.

George Mena (aka Mena Keys) has become a household name in recent years both for his own work as well as his productions and remixes with partner Franke Estevez as Fuzion, now his about to launch his own label MK Records. He teams up with Marlon D on the labels debut release titled the "Sparks EP" which includes four tracks from the upcoming long player of the duo, all of which feature an illustrious live orchestration and incorporate influences from different genres such as latin, jazz, broken beat and house to name just a few. The result speaks for itself - an ingenious truly multifaceted piece of music which we believe is the perfect way for this gifted musician and producer to launch his label in proper style. And for sure it will make you yearn for more...