A fully loaded blazin' hot update is ready for you this week - enjoy !!
Chynaah Doll "I hear the rain" (D#Sharp Records CD Promo)
Amongst the list of imminent releases on D#Sharp Records is "I hear the rain" produced by Joe Flame and performed in grand style by Chynaah Doll. To cut right to the chase, "I hear the rain" is a magnificent soulful gem, with a smoothly bouncin' organic backdrop laying the foundation for luscious keys, Chynaah Doll's distinctive emotive lead vocals and Joe Flame's beautiful backing vocals. In other words, top-notch soulful house music...
True2Life featuring Phillip Ramirez "Light in my heart" (Deeptown Music CD Promo)
End of 2014, Richard 'True2Life' Pring and Phillip Ramirez joined forces for the enthralling "Sweet memories", now they present the wicked follow-up single "Light in my heart" guaranteed to take over dance floors by storm thanks to absolutely relentless UK garage flavored rhythms, inebriant celestial synth melodies and Phillip Ramirez inimitable falsetto vocals. Ross Couch adds his magical touch to the track, the result is an utterly infectious yet soulful and melodious rework sure to send the dancers into a frenzy.
Greg Gauthier & Alex Finkin featuring Miranda Nicole "Sure thing" (Adam Rios Remix)(Makin' Moves CD Promo)
In spring of last year, Makin' Moves released the wonderful "Sure thing" by French producers/DJ's Greg Gauthier and Alex Finkin and songstress Miranda Nicole (complete with a glamorous remix by Japan's DJ Uchikawa), now they grace us with a superb uber soulful yet tempting remix by Adam Rios which combines the fabulous sensitive vocals of Miranda Nicole with sublime jazzy keys, glorious chords and gentle yet captivating rhythms.
Deepconsoul featuring Dindy "My heart" (Remixes)(Deepconsoul Sounds CD Promo)
In summer of last year, we introduced you to the splendid "Goodies EP" by Deepconsoul loaded with four equally brilliant vocal productions, now we can enjoy remixes of one of the featured songs, namely "My heart" which features the amazing haunting vocals of Dindy. The remixes are courtesy of Bakk3, Kay-9ine, Mickey K, Mthi Wa Afrika, Philani Zuma and SoulLab who delight us with an eclectic truly dazzling selection of re-imaginations, each one keeping the vibe soulful yet tantalizing.
Soulbridge featuring Dawn Souluvn Williams "My incredible" (HSR Records CD Promo)
HSR Records continue to impress us with their constant flow of first-class soulful releases, this upcoming release by Soulbridge (Gigi Frassanito) and songstress Dawn Souluvn Williams being no exception. "My incredible" is an exhilarating sun drenched production featuring the unmistakable heartfelt vocals of Dawn Souluvn Williams alongside delectable keys, dreamy chords and spell binding rhythms. On remix duty are Guido P and Criss Hawk & Andrea Erre each adidng their distinctive soulful touch, giving you the tough task to pick a favorite version.
JoioDJ, Antonello Ferrari & Aldo Bergamasco featuring Emma Diva "Saturday night" (Dejavoo Records CD Promo)
Forthcoming on Dejavoo Records is the summery anthem "Saturday night" by JoioDJ, Antonello Ferrari and Aldo Bergamasco and vocalist Emma Diva. JoioDJ's 'Original Vocal Mix' is an intoxicating feel-good affair fusing Emma Diva's powerhouse vocals with classy strings, melodious keys and infectious rhythms. Antonello Ferrari & Aldo Bergamasco drop a vibrant soul/funk infused classic rework perfect for peak time, while Walterino & House Device grace us with a truly blissful trip down memory lane on their 90's inspired remix.
TCM & Roland Clark "Someday" (Global Diplomacy Productions CD Promo)
South Africa's TCM (aka Thebe Malipiti, one of half of production duo Groove Cartell) and legendary vocalist/songwriter/producer Roland Clark team up on "Someday", a smooth'n'soulful yet truly seductive production using irresistibly thumpin' rhythms as playground for enchanting keys, ethereal chords and Roland Clark's unrivaled vocals. Nuff said.
Juan Hoerni & Jimmy Deer "Hot for you EP" (Cha Cha Project Recordings CD Promo)
Now for something a little different... Los Angeles based soulful house label Cha Cha Project Recordings present the truly refreshing and inspiring "Hot for you EP" by Juan Hoerni and Jimmy Deer which is loaded with four mind-blowing masterly orchestrated productions pushing the boundaries of house music. The title track "Hot for you" and "Twisted" which feature Chezere on vocals deliver a heavy dose of Disco infused dance floor goodness, the organic "See you in the dark" featuring the voice of Shybat is on a deeper spacier tip, and last but not least "Unstoppable" featuring vocalist Jackie Wilson gets back on the Disco/Funk train.
Afro House Pick: M. Caporale featuring Pietro Nicosia "Lucia" (Cabana Recordings CD Promo)
This is a truly personal release for Massimo Caporale as this is a tribute to his mother Lucia who passed away recently. The expertly crafted "Lucia" is sheer musical bliss and features guitar and organ by Peter Nicosia and live percussion by Louis Soul, to make it short this is an incredibly lively and enthralling slice of afro house music by no means to be missed.
Traxx Pick #1: Luca Lala "Cozmic planet" (2elle Records CD Promo)
We proudly introduce you to brand new Italian label 2elle Records whose inaugural release "Cozmic planet" is courtesy of Luca Lala. "Cozmic planet" is an utterly spell binding slice of jazz house which features killer rhodes and synths by Davide 'Enphy' Cuccu, an excellent saxophone by Tiziano di Sansa, powerful bass by Stefano De Donato and compelling drums by Luca Lala, altogether spreading a contaminous feel you can't resist to dance to. Domenico Albanese keeps things jazzy and organic on his remix yet he gives the track a more traditional 4/4 feel.
Traxx Pick #2: Da Hit Makers "Cyber Funk - Da Traxx EP" (CyberJamz Records CD Promo)
To come straight down to business, the "Cyber Funk - Da Traxx EP" by Da Hit Makers aka DJ T-Smooth and Salik Scott features nothing but raw unadulterated underground-esque tracks guaranteed to cause a frenzy on the dance floor through the downright hypnotizing afrocentric rhythms, luscious keys and stunning organ rides. As a special treat, one of the tracks features an infamous acapella of Sweet Pussy Pauline on top, giving you some x-rated material for those special occasions...