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Una "Pearls" (FunkHut Records Promo)
Watch out for this phantasmagorical re-imagination of the Sade classic "Pearls" produced by DJ Pope and performed in grand style by Baltimore songstress Una. This is the first single taken from Una's forthcoming mini album "Body & soul", beyond question this uber soulful four-to-the-floor remake of "Pearls" oozing with a majestic rendition of the memorable lyrics by Una, sublime jazzy keys, celestial strings and smooth yet intriguing rhythms is not to be missed.
Tosin Aribisala "Soul Odyssey EP" (Ayanmo Records Promo)
We welcome Ayanmo Records (sister label to FatSouls Records) to Spirit of House with their inaugural release, the stunning "Soul Odyssey EP" by US-based Nigerian virtuoso and master drummer Tosin Aribisala. The EP features two expertly crafted original songs heavily influenced by traditional afro beat titled "Jati jati" and "Don't let me down". DJ/producer Doug Gomez contributes a fervid afro house remix of "Jati jati" that stays true to the spirit of the original.
DJ Disciple featuring Veektoriya "Every part of me" (Marc Cotterell Remix) (Catch 22 Recordings Promo)
Out now on promo through Catch 22 Recordings is this indisputably superb remix by Marc Cotterell of "Every part of me" by DJ Disciple and vocalist Veektoriya. To make a long story short, this glorious soulful interpretation of "Every part of me" featuring the incomparable emotive vocals of Veektoriya, warm melodious keys and grand horns over a smooth yet spell binding organic musical backing is sure to cast a spell on you.
Mikki Afflick & Afari Nubian "Dancing on air" (Soul Sun Soul Music Promo)
Esteemed Soul Sun Soul Music return to Spirit of House with "Dancing on air" an indisputably mesmerizing collaboration by celebrated DJ/producer Mikki Afflick with Afari Nubian. Beyond the shadow of a doubt, "Dancing on the air" using absolutely inexorable afro-percussive rhythms as foundation for the unique vocal stylings of Afari Nubian and enticing keys is guaranteed to take over dance floors around the globe by storm.
Doug Gomez & DJ Loka "Not leaving you" (Merecumbe Recordings Promo)
Next up on Merecumbe Recordings is "Not leaving you" by label head Doug Gomez and his wife DJ Loka (Terri Walsh), the follow up to their previous dance floor favorites "Shadows" and "Mi gente goza". To cut right to the chase, "Not leaving you" laced with beautiful tempting female vocals, luscious keys, dreamful chord progressions and a smooth yet infectious musical backdrop is sure to ignite the dance floor...
The Weather Girls "Earth can be just like heaven" (Quantize Recordings Promo)
In 1980, Two Tons of Fun (later they rechristened themselves The Weather Girls) released the Harvey Fuqua produced "Earth can be just like heaven". Originally immortalized by Martha Wash and Izora Rhodes, this timeless disco classic has been brilliantly reimagined by Dynelle Rhodes and Dawn Tallman, with DJ Spen and Thommy Davis (with masterful musical assistance from Michele Chiavarini) producing a lively four-to-the-floor anthem sure to set the dance floor ablaze.
Deep House Pick #1: Emmaculate "Spirit in the music" (T's Box Records Promo)
Chicago native Emmaculate (Eric Welton) returns to T's Box Records with "Spirits in the music" a sure-fire dance floor weapon that comes highly recommended. With utmost certainty, this vibrant deep house track featuring vocal samples from the Pattie LaBelle 1981 classic "The spirit's in it alongside freaky keys and downright hypnotizing irresistibly driving' rhythms is guaranteed to dominate dance floors for months to come...
Deep House Pick #2: Roque featuring Citizen Sthee and JTtheVoice "Ama grootman EP" (Deep House Police Promo)
The latest offering from South African label Deep House Police is the excellent "Ama grootman EP" by label founder Roque (Sibusiso Neville) and collaborators Citizen Sthee and JTtheVoice. Nothing but unadulterated deep house goodness awaits you on this indispensable EP loaded with five equally splendorous vocal and instrumental productions, each one oozing with a downright entrancing dreamy vibe.
K' Alexi Shelby "Rise" (Shelter Records Promo)
We are closing this weeks update with the indisputably fantastic eleven minute anthem "Rise" by Chicago DJ/producer K' Alexi Shelby (short for Keith Alexander Shelby) released through legendary Shelter Records. Most definitely, this uplifting soulful house production featuring momentous vocals and illustrious keys over an unquestionably smooth yet enthralling organic musical backing is by no means to be missed.