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In 2003, Natural Resource released a 3xLP retrospective of the now defunct Instant House crew - Joe Claussell, Stan Hatzakis (the original owner of the Dance Tracks Records store in New York) and Tony Confusione - which is much sought after these days. Now, for the first time ever, there is a digital release (although limited so hurry up) giving all those that missed the Instant House jewels when first released the chance to add them to their collection. All the essential ones are included, so you get "Over" (sampling the one and only Robert Owens), "Awade" and "Lost horizons", and on top of this some bonus content. The 2xCD comes complete with a booklet where Joe Claussell tells the story of Instant House. A testament of time we consider an essential addition to the record collection of any house music lover. |
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Scotland's Colin Sales joins forces with singer Morrisson to present "Aim hight", an uplifting production built around a deeply stormin' groove that is topped with wicked synth melodies and Morrisson's passionate vocals. The remixes are courtesy of Park Street who give the track groovey summery touch, and Blacksonix who contributes both an admirable laidback old-school version and way deeper 'Dark Drum' mixes which are truly mesmerizing thanks to their relentless backing and spacy melodies.Instrumental and reprise versions of the original complete the package. |
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Pour le Connaisseur: DJ Fudge featuring Afrika Bambaataa "Jump up" (Funk la Planet Records CD Promo)
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Here we have something truly special from New York based Funk la Planet as they present a novel collaboration between DJ Fudge and the legendary godfather of hip hop Afrika Bambaataa titled "Jump up". The 'Main Mix' is an ingenious fusion of different styles and various influences that will take you on a journey through house music you never experienced before, followed by the 'Touche Mix' which is an impetuously bouncin' four-to-the-floor workout combining Afrika Bambaataa's signature vocals with phat synth melodies and infectious rhythms. Next New York hip hop maestro DJ Premier delivers a dope remix guaranteed to take airwaves by storm, with a progressive remix by Ed Rodman & Tone Swaag completing the package. Definitely a must to check this one out... and while you're at it, enjoy the brilliant artwork too... |
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Summer is here, so is this wonderful production by Deep Trouble (Tim Bower) featuring songstress Nica Brooke. "Let it out" features outstanding vocals and exquisite keys over a fiercely stompin' funktified backdrop, altogether creating a thrilling vibe you can't resist to dance to. On remix duty we have Beaten Soul (Colum Hustler) who intensifies the feel on his deepened remix laced with delectable keys and chords, followed by Torin Rea who keeps the vibe deep on his groovy-tastic workout, injecting an extra dose of funk to give the track an uplifting summery touch. Further remixes by Soul Magnifique and Ralph Sessions will be added to the full release. |
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What shall we say about this phenomenal release...We were instantly blown away by the beauty of the orchestration and vocals, this is pure soulful dance music made for eternity... The EP includes three equally fantastic songs produced by MAQman, featuring incredible vocals by Selina Campbell, Aaron Washington and Joseph Junior, conga by Reto Duriet, sax by Yann Altermath, flute by Amin Mokdad, guitar by Raul The Great Romancer, bass by Luman Child and Alex Kuendig and flugelhorn by Denis Corboz - altogether they make this something truly special not to be missed. Whether it is the smooth sensual "Corner", the old-school styled "I can't take it" or the vibrant "Night life", we can't stop listening to these wonderful songs... Precious and essential, and soon to be released on Strictly Beatdown Records complete with remixes. |
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As you know, we are devoted to bring you the latest in soulful/vocal house, but we also closely follow what is going on besides. So here are a few extra noteworthy mentions of deeper, more tracky releases from recent weeks:
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** Exclusive Preview ** Edground from the Brazilian Soul Crew presents his first ever solo production, and what a musical gem it is !! Joining forces with songstress Airi on "Iroke", he is exploring his passion for r&b, hip hop, soul, nu jazz and broken beat. This down tempo production built around a groovy backdrop is truly outstanding and oozes with sensual vocals by Airi, lush jazzy keys and sweet guitar - in other words top-notch neo-soul. Add eclectic remixes by DeejayKul, Tahira and Nayre Wiclef all adding their distinctive touch, and you have an essential release not to be missed. House remixes by Beatsquezeers, Charles Spencer, Citysounds!, Domenico Navarra and Pablo Martinez will be available at a later time. |
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"Time" by Monodeluxe (aka Alessandro Oliviero) and songstress Jannae Jordan was originally released last year (end of June to be exact), now this wonderful song returns with an ultra strong remix package. The Disclosure Project contribute a sublime soul oozing vocal version, with their dub adding a deep raw feel to the track. Jonny Montana once more pulls out all the stops with his jazz drenched organic remix, while Aqua Bassino tuns out an utterly deep remix featuring spacy synth melodies over percussive rhythms. Monodeluxe's laidback 'Soul City Remix' is sheer musical bliss, followed by Anthony Nicholson celestial interpretation featuring his unique eternal sound. |
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** Exclusive Preview ** There was once a singer going by the name of Junior who had a world wide club smash titled "Mama used to say" back in 1981. Now three decades later this timeless song returns in a magnificent cover version produced by Anthony Maizil, Jerk House Connection and Franky Boissy, performed by Akram Sedkaoui who impresses with his phenomenal vocal interpretation. On part one you find DJ Rork who revives this everlasting classic, staying true to the vibe of the original, followed by Franky Boissy who delivers a modern soul-funk drenched version. Next are The Layabouts who bless us with something truly special on their deep melodious remix oozing with their signature sound - one of their finest works to date. Not to forget to mention David Harness' relentlessly stormin' dub guaranteed to cause a stir on the dance floor. Part two will features remixes by Rocco, Sebastien Grand, Alex Finkin, Jerk House Connection, Nassau and more. |
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Reggae legend Mutabaruka and Miguel Migs join forces to bring us this ingenious and groundbreaking production titled "Red & dread" featuring Mutabaruka's poetic meaningful spoken words and Miguel Migs' inimitable deep tech-house sound. Dave Mayer contributes a wicked afro-dub infused stomper, while Seb Skalski's reworks is a full-on reggae-house affair with live horns and guitars. Thor gets deep and somewhat moody on his tech flavored 'Salvation Dub', while finally Nickodemus delivers an eclectic masterly orchestrated organic interpretation oozing with a gorgeous live feel. |








