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- Pick of the Week: Nova Fronteira featuring Fernanda Reis "Moral tem hora" (SPRY Records Promo)
- In the Spotlight: Groove Junkies & ReelSoul "Bittersweet symphony" (MoreHouse Records Promo)
- Reviews November 2, 2025
- Charts November 2, 2025
- Pick of the Week: Brutha Basil & DJ Erv "Trick or treat (the Halloween Theme)" ( Brukel Music Promo)
- In the Spotlight: Peter Mac & Earl W. Green "Distant lovers" (Quantize Recordings Promo)
Pick of the Week: Nova Fronteira featuring Fernanda Reis "Moral tem hora" (SPRY Records Promo)
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- Written by: Mike Fossati
We proudly introduce you to "Moral tem hora", the first release of Michele Chiavarini's Brazilian guise Nova Fronteira on SPRY Records. Beyond doubt, this towering remake of "Moral tem hora" (the song was written by the legendary Valle Brothers and originally recorded by Cristina Camargo in 1980) is sure to make you yearn for more thanks to the awe-inspiring Portuguese vocals by Fernanda Reis, sumptuous keys, sublime horn section, heavenly strings, wicked guitar and infectious 80's Brazilian disco/funk/boogie influenced rich organic musical backing. This glamorous sun drenched gem is by no means to be missed...
In the Spotlight: Groove Junkies & ReelSoul "Bittersweet symphony" (MoreHouse Records Promo)
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Don't miss on this truly special release by Groove Junkies (Evan Landes) and William 'ReelSoul' Rodriguez (aka Groove N' Soul) who add their unique soulful four-to-the-floor spin to "Bittersweet symphony" by The Verve, one of the most beloved anthem of the 1990's. Beyond question, their interpretation laced with an enchanting rendition of the unforgettable lyrics by Evan Landes, bodacious keys and smooth yet spell binding rhythms stays true to the spirit and emotional intensity of the original yet transforms the song into a soulful house gem sure to stand the test of time.
Reviews November 2, 2025
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- Written by: Mike Fossati
Yet another overload of new music this week, we hope you enjoy our selection...
Pick of the Week: Brutha Basil & DJ Erv "Trick or treat (the Halloween Theme)" ( Brukel Music Promo)
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- Written by: Mike Fossati
If you're afraid of the bogeyman, this one might not be for you... Undeniably, something truly unique awaits you with "Trick or treat (the Halloween Theme)" by Brutha Basil and DJ Erv, a freaky somewhat spooky track laced with the unmistakable momentous spoken words and menacing laughter of Brutha Basil, wicked keys and inexorably thumpin' deepened rhythms. The dub makes for a great DJ tool to work the dance floor into ecstasy...
In the Spotlight: Peter Mac & Earl W. Green "Distant lovers" (Quantize Recordings Promo)
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Canadian native Peter Mac teams up with South African singer/songwriter extraordinaire Earl W. Green for the towering "Distant lovers" coming soon to Quantize Recordings. Originally featured on the "Quantize 2025 Summer Sampler EP", "Distant lovers" featuring the unmatched deep-rooted vocals of Earl W. Green, sublime jazzy keys and dreamy pads over a smooth yet intriguing organic musical backing is sure to stand the test of time. The cherry on top is the marvelous remix by DJ Spen & ReelSoul oozing with an uplifting soulful vibe sure to make you yearn for more.
Reviews October 26, 2025
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- Written by: Mike Fossati
Lots of fresh soulful and afro vibes to discover this week - enjoy... !!
Pick of the Week: Various "PENG ADE Sampler 2025" (Peng Music Promo)
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Watch out for Peng Music as they have a few dope releases scheduled for the coming weeks. First up is "Acid Andy's Jamz" by Andy Compton & The Rurals loaded with three equally brilliant deep acid house jams, one of which is a collaboration with Californian outfit Blue Dream. Next up is "Fun" the first single from Portishead vocalist Kennedy John Charles's forthcoming debut album. The original version is a scintillating groovey affair, with EVM 128 contributing a killer broken beat remix. Finally, Andy Compton & The Rurals team up with lyricist TrueMendouss for an excellent two track release: "War" is a fantastic deep acid house track, while "The other side (long way home)" is a beautiful laidback down-tempo jam.
In the Spotlight: Laroye & MissFly "No more hiding" (Melchyor A Remix) (Soul N Pepa Records Promo)
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In December of last year, French producer Laroye and Canadian songstress MissFly graced us with "No more hiding", a tried and tested soulful yet intriguing production oozing with the enticing spoken words and vocals of MissFly. The track returns to the dance floor in a glamorous uber soulful remix by Melchyor A who combines MissFly's unmatched vocals with mellifluous melodies and smooth deeply groovin' rhythms.