Ananda Project have made themselves a name for being the #1 organic-meets-electronic collective spearheaded by front man Chris Brann, and their latest album "Beautiful Searching" certainly reinforces this position. To cut it short, this masterly produced album has timeless written all over it, featuring vocals by an all-star cast including Terrance Downs, Kai Martin, AK, Mia Tuttavilla and Sepsenahki, not to forget to mention Chris Brann's inimitable arrangements and production style which make this something truly special. In other words, "Beautiful Searching" is an eclectic tour de force soon to be a classic. Highly recommended.

Back in March of this year, we were celebrating the release of "Sunrise" by DJ Kent (Khensani Mabaso) and vocalist Zaki Ibrahim, now DiverseCity Music bless us with a stellar remix package of this afro-deep gem. The remixes are courtesy of Culoe De Song, Ancestral Vybez, Infected Soul, Nkokhi, La Shad and Invaders of Afrika, all adding their signature deep infectious yet soulful touch to take this song to a whole new level, making it next to impossible to choose a favorite version. As a bonus, there is a gorgeously deep remix by Hallex M & Alex Finkin included. By no means to be missed...

Drum Records have a beauty in their hands with this glamorous production by Groove Motion who team up with singer Lifford to grace us with a slice of soulful heaven. The utterly soulful yet fascinating "You give" features the inimitable heartfelt vocals of Lifford, magnificent solo guitar by Slikk Tim and sublime keys over spell binding rhythms. Black Sonnix contributes an ingenious deeper than deep soul-tech rework guaranteed to make you yearn for more, Spiritual Blessings inject their beloved deep touch to the song (letting you choose between equally great vocal, dub and instrumental versions), and finally Roby Sarterelli gives us a mind-blowing 80's inspired 'Disco Dub' guaranteed to send the floor into a frenzy...

Only a few weeks after their amazing "You are the joy" comes the next soulful bomb from Distant People. On the uplifting "The power" they join forces with the one and only Tasita D'Mour to bless us with a phenomenal soul oozing production featuring the incomparable deeply felt vocals by Tasita D'Mour and grand keys over an infectious funk soaked backdrop. Tony Loreto and Ruben Toro turn up the heat on their remix perfect for peak time play thanks to thrilling rhythms and glorious keys, N'Dinga Gaba serves a breathtaking deep interpretation laced with dazzling melodies, and last but not least Ruben Toro delivers a soulful masterpiece loaded with gorgeous keys. A timeless soulful anthem not to be missed...

What a musical gem we have courtesy of Groove Junkies' Evan Landes and songstress Diane Carter who continue their series of successful collaborations with the ethereal "I'm dying inside". The unmistakable deeply-rooted vocals of Diane Carter combined with exhilarating melodies and smooth yet spell binding rhythms make this a timeless soulful gem guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. Then there is the 'Stripped Down Mix' which intensifies the vibe to the max, putting the emphasis on the vocals and enchanting synth melodies - this one is truly irresistible, it will jam-pack floors for sure. In other words: another masterpiece from the beyond comparison Evan Landes and Diane Carter...

Check It Out Records grace us with a masterly orchestrated 70's soul/funk inspired production by A.M Dusk (Richard Salter & Noel McKoy) and Allister Whitehead titled "Free your mind" which is guaranteed to make you yearn for more - the thrilling funk soaked rhythm, uplifting vocals by Noel McKoy, lovely guitar, classic horns and grand keys make this an instant classic. On remix duty are Richard Earnshaw who gives the song a delightful classic feel, and Matt Early who adds his beloved warm melodious touch. Believe us, it is next to impossible to choose a favorite version as they are equally fantastic... An essential slice of soulful dance music by no means to be missed.

We welcome Arima Records to Spirit of House whose inaugural release is the marvelous "You are my joy" by Distant People and singer Nickson - we can't think of a better way to launch a new label than this phenomenal production. The glorious "You are my joy" is soulful yet infectious, with a deeply thumpin' backing leading the way for Nickson's unmistakable heartfelt vocals and lush keys and chords - timeless soulful house at its best. But this is not all as you get an eclectic selection of stellar remixes from the likes of Oscar P, Kojo Akusa, DJ Hypnosis, Lilac Jeans and DJ SGZ & Table, all adding heir beloved soulful/deep touch to take the song to the next level, giving you plenty of choices to work the floor. Miss it at your own risk...