Don't miss out on this weeks eclectic selection of fresh soulful gems... enjoy !!
Gianni Junior & Earl W. Green "Karma" (Groovebom Records Promo)
The first of two new releases from Groovebom Records is an uplifting and inspirational collaboration by Italian producer Gianni Junior with South African singer/songwriter Earl W. Green entitled ".Karma". Beyond any doubt, "Karma" oozing with the the unrivaled deep-rooted vocals of Earl W Green, lush keys, dreamful chord progressions and a smooth yet intriguing funk soaked backdrop is sure cast a spell on you...
Lalo Leyy & Kako Martinez & Elia Maria "Jaguar" (Groovebom Records Promo)
For the second of two new releases from Groovebom Records, Mexican DJ/producer Lalo Leyy teams up with Spanish DJ/producer Kako Martinez and vocalist Elia Maria to grace us with "Jaguar". Most definitely, the afro/latin infused "Jaguar" featuring the incomparable tempting vocal stylings of Elia Maria, luscious keys and sublime horns over smooth yet infectious rhythms is guaranteed to ignite the dance floor...
Una "Simply" (FunkHut Records Promo)
Hot on the heels of the phantasmagorical re-imagination of the Sade classic "Pearls" comes "Simply" the second single taken from Una's soon to be released same-titled mini-album. Once again produced by DJ Pope, "Simply" is top-notch soulful house music featuring the unmistakable sultry vocals of Una alongside exquisite keys, celestial chords and hypnotically thumpin' rhythms is sure to send the dancers into a frenzy...
Ronnie Herel featuring Haifa "The mood" (Quantize Recordings Promo)
UK soulful connoisseur Ronnie Herel returns to Quantize Recordings with "The mood" that features London-based vocalist Haifa Jordan. Unquestionably, "The mood" is an uplifting slice of soulful goodness oozing with the inimitable emotive vocals of Haifa, luxurious keys and a captivating organic backing groove. The track is taken to the next level by DJ Spen & MicFreak who inject a 90's inspired old school Baltimore bounce for good measure.
Azee Project featuring Moises "Listen" (DeeperSide of CyberJamz Records Promo)
Indisputably, Brazil's Azee Project (aka Alexandre Zarzur) presents a sure-fire dance floor weapon with "Listen" featuring Moises forthcoming to DeeperSide of CyberJamz Records. To make a long story short, the smooth yet irresistibly pulsating deepened rhythms together with the eminent spoken words of Moises and the bodacious jazzed-up keys are guaranteed to take over dance floors around the globe by storm...
Sonic Soul Orchestra featuring Kathy Brown "Good inside" (People Watching Promo)
We welcome People Watching to Spirit of House with their superb inaugural release "Good inside" by label founder Sonic Soul Orchestra and legendary vocalist Kathy Brown. Certainly this uncontested feel good anthem featuring the unequaled powerhouse vocals of Kathy Brown,, uplifting brass stabs and heavenly strings over a contaminous funked-up backdrop comes highly recommended. Not to forget to mention the dope re-edit by S.K.O.D. included in the package.
Freeez "Mariposa" (Mannix Remixes) (Dafia Records Promo)
Out now on promo through Dafia Records are these stunning Mannix remixes of "Mariposa" by Freeez, the iconic Brit-Funk classic taken from their critically acclaimed 1980 album "Southern Freeez". Undoubtedly, Vienna house and disco veteran Mannix has been pulling out all the stops to grace us with expertly crafted remixes that keep the spirit of the original alive yet take the masterful latin jazz infused instrumentation and dreamy Spanish vocals to a whole new dimension.
Muzikman Edition & TeaWithVictoria featuring Earl W. Green "Why can't we live together" (Exemplary Music Makerz Promo)
Coming soon to Exemplary Music Makerz is this mind-blowing four-to-the-floor re-imagination of the 1972 Timmy Thomas classic "Why can't we live together" by Muzikman Edition and TeaWithVictoria. The haunting lyrics performed in proper style by South African singer/songwriter Earl W. Green have been expanded for this remake, they truly shine on both the soulful house and afro house versions included in the package. Staying true and respectful to the original yet oozing with lively contemporary vibe, this remake comes highly recommended.
Traxx Pick: John Beltran "Coquito" (Phuture Shock Musik Promo)
Iconic Detroit producer John Beltran makes his debut on Phuture Shock Musik with a fantastic two track EP that includes a double dose of laidback sun drenched vibes. First up is "Coquito" with smooth yet enthralling percussive rhythms leading the way for glamorous keys and dreamful pads.Next we have "Piragua" a downright blissful down-tempo affair oozing with an enchanting afro/latin/jazz/hip-hop vibe.