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Reviews July 23, 2023

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 22 July 2023

review logoLet's celebrate summer with the latest gems in soulful/afro house music...

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Pick of the Week: Rahaan presents The Ones "We are the ones" / "Fire" / "Forever" (BBE Music Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 15 July 2023

Rahaan presents The OnesDon't miss out on this towering three track release by Chicago DJ legend Rahaan who collaborates with an incredibly talented group of musician collectively referred to as The Ones. First up is "We are the ones", a lively funk/disco influenced gem laced with amazing lead vocals by Marcus J. Austin (backing vocals by Nancy Clayton) and killer horns. Nest up is the dope "Fire" taking spiritual inspiration from traditional afrobeat, and finally there is the soulful yet intriguing "Forever" oozing with the

In the Spotlight: Distant People featuring Lisa Grand "No words" (Coflo Remix) (Ocha Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 15 July 2023

Distant People featuring Lisa Grand - No words (Coflo Remix)About a month ago, we introduced you to "No words" a timeless slice of old school inspired soulful house goodness by renowned DJ/producer Joey Silvero (under his Distant People alias) laced with the beautiful heartfelt vocals of Lisa Grand, now this gem returns in a stunning interpretation by Coflo who adds his signature beloved touch to give the track a deeper truly mesmeric yet soulful feel sure to cast a spell on you.

Reviews July 16, 2023

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 15 July 2023

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Similar to the weather, this weeks update is blazin' hot...

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Pick of the Week: Groove Junkies & Solara "Shine" (MoreHouse Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 08 July 2023

Groove Junkies & Solara - ShineDon't miss out on the phenomenal "Shine" by Groove Junkies (Evan Landes) and Solara available through MoreHouse Records very soon. Indisputably, this soulful yet downright enthralling and uplifting gem using spell binding afro-percussive rhythms as foundation for the unrivaled haunting vocals of Solara, sumptuous jazzed-up keys and tempting atmospheric chord progressions is sure to make you yearn for more... A timeless soulful gem that comes highly recommended.

In the Spotlight: Madeeha "Still standing here" (Good Vibrations Music Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 08 July 2023

 Madeeha - Still standing hereDon't miss out on "Still standing here" a truly ingenious release by British-born South Asian singer Madeeha produced by Sean McCabe and DJ Mixja. Most definitely, this gem oozing with Madeeha's heartfelt vocals (recorded one night in March 2022 in a phone voice message), bodacius keys by Sean McCabe, sublime guitar by Andy Compton and slightly broken beat flavored organic rhythms is sheer musical bliss... Not to forget to mention Sean McCabe's remix transforming the track into an entrancing late night favorite.

Reviews July 9, 2023

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 08 July 2023

review logoMore summer heat coming your way in this weeks update... enjoy !!

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Pick of the Week: Steal Vybe & Lamone "Afterlife" (Quantize Recordings Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 01 July 2023

 Steal Vybe & Lamone - AfterlifeCourtesy of renowned production duo Chris Forman and Damon Bennet, collectively known as Steal Vybe, comes the paramount "Afterlife" featuring the vocal talents of Lamone. Without doubt, Lamone's incredibly deeply felt vocals together with the sumptuous keys, heavenly pads and the enthralling organic backing are sure to make you yearn for more... The cherry on top is the stunning undeniably mesmerizing afro influenced rework by DJ Spen, Thommy Davis & Greg Lewis.

In the Spotlight: Shino Blackk "Kept" (New Generation Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 01 July 2023

Shino Blackk - KeptLegendary New Generation Records continue to release nothing but the best in soulful house music, truly blessing us with this brand new release by Shino Blackk entitled "Kept". Indisputably, this soulful house jewel oozing with fabulous downright inspiring female vocals, lush keys, celestial chord progressions and deep relentlessly groovin' rhythms is sure to send shivers down your spine...

Reviews July 2, 2023

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 01 July 2023

review logoSummer heat continues with this weeks selection of fresh tunes... enjoy !!

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Pick of the Week: Doug Gomez "Puro" (Nervous Records Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 24 June 2023

Doug Gomez - PuroDJ/producer Doug Gomez, a true New Yorker of Colombian roots, presents his latest album, the absolutely phenomenal and ingenious "Puro", through legendary Nervous Records. Beyond any question, the masterly orchestrated "Puro" is an afro/latin influenced masterpiece featuring an illustrious list of guest artists by no means to be missed... Out now on 2x12" vinyl (with a digital release featuring extra tracks to follow in the coming days), this expertly crafted album takes you on a blissful musical excursion you wish would never end..

In the Spotlight: Mikki Afflick & Marlon D "Darien gap" (Soul Sun Soul Music Promo)

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Written by: Mike Fossati
Created: 24 June 2023

Mikki Afflick & Marlon D - Darien gapIn late March of this year, Mikki Afflick blessed us with "Da stankness" a monster afro house track that has been a favorite with DJ's from around the globe ever since, now she is back with "Darien gap" a super dope collaboration with legendary Marlon D. Without doubt, "Darien gap" is destined to send every dancer into a frenzy thanks to smooth yet downright inexorable afrocentric rhythms (with live percussion by Juan Guillermo Aguilar Cosito), sumptuous keys by Jerrell Battle and uber cool vocal sprinkles. Absolutely essential.

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