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Without doubt, Roger Sanchez is one of the most pioneering and prolific house music producers of all time, courtesy of Strictly Rhythms Records comes this comprehensive truly phenomenal anthology of some of his finest moments, comprising a broad selection of productions and remixes from across his various aliases such as Roger Sanchez, Roger S, S-Man, DV8, Ego Trip, The Nu-Solution, Underground Solution, El Mariachi, The Funkjunkeez, Tribal Infusion, Twilight and Transatlantic Soul to name just a few. Roger Sanchez musical heritage truly is one-of-a-kind, he always pushed his music in unique new directions, with many of his productions and remixes considered seminal, ingenious house music classics and anthems. The first CD is all about the remixes,perfectly demonstrating the versatility and creativity inherent in all of his productions. The second CD explores his own productions, featuring a selection of songs released either under one of his various aliases or working as a sought-after studio producer for other artists. The third and final CD is comprised of exclusively of records that were released via Strictly Rhythm Records. The release scheduled for late April will be preceded by a new collaboration with Harry Romero entitled "Searchin'". The digital version will include an exclusive continuous DJ mix.
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In mid-January of this year, we introduced you to "Universal souls", an amazing truly jaw-dropping slice of poetic deepness by South African DJ/producers Blade Deep and 4matiq and spoken word artist Sunni Patterson. Hot on the heels of the massive original version comes a gigantic remix package, featuring brand new re-imaginations of this gem by AfroTura, Oscar P, Diatonicfamily, Khenzo Lee, Deep Montage, KayDeep and DeLura all adding their signature afro-deep touch, giving you the thankless task to pick a favorite version (we do love each and every version and couldn't decide on our favorite yet). Essential...
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South Africa's Bob'Ezy returns to Sunclock Records with the uber soulful "Eyes on U", a masterly crafted afro-deep production featuring the beautiful emotive vocals of Siya alongside formidable jazzy keys, empyreal chords and a silky smooth organic backing. The remixes are courtesy of Justin Imperiale who reworks the track into a laidback percussive samba/latin flavored groover, Q Narogwate whose truly deep workout is mellifluous yet utterly enticing, and finally Cee ElAssaad who hits the mark with his vibrant utterly hypnotizing synth fueled workout.
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Although billed as the "Piano Soul EP", this outstanding forthcoming release by DJ/producer Glenn Gregory features not less than fourteen tracks and as such could well be contemplated a full length (album) project. Notwithstanding, the masterly orchestrated truly eclectic "Piano Soul EP" is nothing short of being absolutely breath-taking and enchanting, exploring the many shades jazzy house music has to offer. From the first to the very last track, you are taken on a blissful musical journey you wish would never end,with each of the tracks spreading a soulful jazz infused vibe guaranteed to make you yearn for more. Highly recommended.
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We are celebrating WMC 2016 with an XXL update loaded with nothing but the latest in soulful house music - enjoy !!
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Beyond the shadow of a doubt, the truly paramount "Found you" by Wipe the Needle and songstress Taliwa is a top-notch soulful house jewel music guaranteed to send shivers down your spine through the gentle yet spell binding percussive afro/latin infused rhythms, the exquisite jazzy keys and luscious chords, not to forget to mention the outstanding emotive rendition of the lyrics by Taliwa. Put differently, "Found you" is a masterly crafted utterly soulful yet seductive gem having timeless written all over... Essential.
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Beginning of the year, we introduced you to "Never gonna let you go" by Frank Ryle (founder and one half of Danish/German duo Cool Million), a masterly crafted old skool Disco/Funk/Soul infused gem guaranteed to cast a spell on you through the contaminous rhythms, glorious orchestration and the wonderful uplifting vocals by Danish Singer Seest. Now come the remixes by legendary John Morales who takes the song to the next level by adding his magical touch, with his phenomenal interpretation staying true to the original yet oozing with the beloved undeniable John Morales sound. In other words, these 'M+M' mixes are not to be missed...
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What a truly impressive selection of fresh soulful music we have for you this week - enjoy !!
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Andy Compton's Sowetan Onesteps is a project born during a tour of Andy Compton in South Africa where he met Shamrock (on guitars), Bongani (percussion and keys) and Mpho (vocals) who all hooked up for a jam in Soweto at Shamrock's studio - the rest is history... Subsequently, we were celebrating the three single releases "Chillin' in the ghetto", "I belong" and "A fathers love", now the release of the full length album is just around the corner. To cut right to the chase, this masterly crafted and orchestrated album featuring vocalists Mpho, Asali and Shamrock from Africa alongside Bristol's Celestine and Ladybird from Paris is sheer musical bliss, taking you on an inspiring journey that truly captures the spirit of Africa. In other words, "Sowetan Onesteps" is a masterpiece...
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With his recent single releases, Anthony 'Luka' Kasirivu has been taking us on exhilarating journeys to deepest imaginable grounds, now he follows up with his mind-boggling truly ingenious second vocal album entitled "From the Deep with Love". A total of fifteen tracks is included which feature vocal performances by Alison Crockett, Sio Blackwidow, Jackie Queens, Jaidene Veda, Maya Spector, MzJay, Janine V and RubyGold; beyond the shadow of a doubt this is Luka at his best, exploring the many shades deep house has to offer, with each of the tracks oozing with its own unique sound and feel. Quite simply a masterly crafted truly eclectic selection of tantalizing yet soulful deeper than deep cuts...
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London's soul singer Joseph Junior and Swiss born (now Vietnam based) DJ/producer MAQman are back on GoGo Music with their forth single entitled "Spiritualized". Similar to its predecessors "I don't see love", "No better love" and "Can't do without it" this latest offering has timeless written all over, without doubt this marvelous masterly orchestrated soul infused gem featuring the unmistakable seductive vocals by Joseph Junior is guaranteed to send shivers down your spine... On MAQman's original mixes sweet'n'gentle percussive rhythms lead the way for glamorous keys and Joseph Junior's incredible vocals, next MAQman teams up with Jezrael to deliver an outstanding organic jazzed-up rendition oozing with a glorious classic feel, and finally Ralf GUM takes the song to the next level on his uber cool laidback remix oozing with a charming dreamy feel.
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DJ/producer Lou Gorbea and legendary vocalist Kenny Bobien truly bless us with "You're always there", a phantasmagorical production with dulcet yet captivating percussive rhythms laying the foundation for illustrious jazzy keys, grandiose horns, lovely flute and Kenny Bobien's one-of-a-kind falsetto vocals. Jose Burgos contributes a splendiferous re-edit of the original version, and last but not least we have Chris Perez adding his signature touch to give the song a deeper utterly tantalizing yet soulful feel. It is next impossible to pick a favorite version out of all the expertly crafted versions included in the release...