November is here, so is this fresh update loaded with only the best in soulful house music - enjoy !!

Ancestral Vybez featuring Kaysoul "Hey baby" (Iklwa Brothers Music CD Promo)

The next release on Iklwa Brothers Music will be the marvelous "Hey baby" by Ancestral Vybez, a glamorous song featuring deeply rooted vocals by Kaysoul alongside a wicked horn riff and delectable keys over a deep and mellow yet captivating backdrop. The remixes are courtesy of NostiQsoul and XtetiQsoul who both give the song a deeper more intense feel yet they keep the overall vibe soulful and gentle.

Mizz featuring Kieron Gore "The light" (Afro Vocal Mix)(Melomania Records CD Promo)

Melomania Records introduce us to "The light" by Sandile DeejayMizz Willie aka Mizz and vocalist Kieron Gore, a mind-blowing afro-deep production built around utterly deep truly infectious tribal-percussive rhythms, inebriant synth melodies and amazing emotive vocals by Kieron Gore', altogether spreading a mesmerizing vibe guaranteed to make you yearn for more...

Alex Ander "I'm leaving you" (KingStreet Records CD Promo)

A secret weapon here at Spirit of House for the last couple of months, the release for Alex Ander's wonderful "I'm leaving you" is finally coming closer. Quite simply "I'm leaving you" is a phenomenal soul/funk infused gem having timeless written all over, with a smoothly stompin' funk soaked backdrop leading the way for luxurious jazzy keys and grandiose passionate female vocals. On remix duty are Eric Powa B who deepens the vibe on his dark intoxicating bassline driven rework, Juan Pacifico who serves a beautiful soulful sun drenched rendition, Soundealers who deliver a hypnotizing deep funked-up dub fueled, and last but not least Carlos Vargas who adds his magical melodious touch.

Tronix Deep & RHM featuring Semi Brieve "New day" (FOMP CD Promo)

Not many words are needed to describe the delightful "New day" by Tronix Deep and RHM (aka Real House Maverick, the duo of Siphiwe 'Mirth' Mtarini and Amukelani 'Mr Gift Makhubele) and singer Semi Brieve. To cut a long story short, "New day" is a gorgeous production using deep'n'gentle yet spell binding rhythms as playground for glorious melodies and Semi Brieve's sweet uplifting vocals, altogether spreading a contaminous feel you can't resist to dance to.

Eddie Nicholas "The best thing" (Mantree Records CD Promo)

The dynamic duo of Rasmir Mantree and Eddie Nicholas is back with a brand new stunning release, once again combining their skills to turn out something truly fresh and unique. Eddie Nicholas incomparable emotive vocals together with Rasmir Mantree's signature glamorous sounds and infectious rhythms take you on a blissful musical journey - simply check out the entrancing truly melodious deep underground-esque title track "The best thing" and you know what we're talking about... Next are superb remixes of the previously released "Come n2 my" by Rasmir Mantree and "Got 2 find" by Anderson Soares, and finally there is Calogero Scalia & Allen 'DJ Speedy' Jackson's energetic take on "Searching" destined for the big room.

Da Kastro "Tribal Movement EP" (Strobe Records CD Promo)

In August of this year, Strobe Records graced us with the paramount "Ancelestrial EP" by Da Kastro (Kastro Khaya Kwintshi), now this up and coming South African DJ/producer returns to the label with the equally impressive "Tribal Movement EP" which is armed with four awe-inspiring afro-deep productions. Similar to its predecessor this EP brings you nothing but the best in ancestral deep house music from the motherland as each of the four tracks takes you on an exhilarating journey to deepest imaginable grounds you wish would never end...

DJ MFR & D'Layna "Just because" (Transport Recordings CD Promo)

"Just because" by DJ MFR and D'Layna is an exquisite soulful production oozing with a beautiful summery feel created by D'Layna's unmistakable haunting vocals, dulcet keys and a warm organic funktified backing. On top of the fantastic original mixes you get slammin' remixes by Devid Morrison, Kiko Navarro and DJ MFR himself all adding their distinctive touch, letting you choose from a wide variety of styles.

Exclusive Preview: Ray Barretto Jr. featuring Yvette "The lord said to come" (DJ Rich Williams Mix)(AceBeat Records CD-R)

We're closing this weeks update with an exclusive preview of an upcoming release on legendary label AceBeat Records DJ Rich Williams' interpretation of "The lord said to come" is a masterly crafted truly uplifting gospel house affair featuring the inimitable vocals of Yvette (up and rising gospel house artist) alongside heavenly keys over an old school inspired smooth yet thrilling backing groove. The final release will include further mixes - keep your eyes open for this gem.