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The Cool-Notes "Spend the night" (Dimitri From Paris Remixes) (Dafia Records Promo)
Back in 1985, British band The Cool Notes who started as a reggae outfit and later switched to soul/funk had one of their biggest hits with "Spend the night" (taken from their celebrated album "Have a good forever..."). Dafia Records (who previously released superb remixes of the band's 1984 soul/funk/boogie classic "You're never to young") grace us with mind-boggling re-imaginations by the one and only Dimitri from Paris who adds his magical touch, keeping the vibe of the original alive while giving this all-time anthem a contemporary twist.
Kenny Bobien "I believe in love (Coflo Remix) (New Generation Records Promo)
Turn back the clock to spring 2021 when legendary New Generation Records gave us the glamorous soulful production "I believe in love" produced by Francis Scarlino laced with the matchless falsetto vocals of Kenny Bobien. Later that year, marvelous remixes by Mark Di Meo and Rob Rhythm followed. Fast forward to present day, and this gem returns in a towering remix by Coflo (Cody Ferreira) that introduces luxurious keys, heavenly pads and spell binding percussive rhythms to create a timeless soulful anthem.
Sounds of Blackness "The pressure" (DJ ERV Reconstruction Mix) (Promo)
Without the shadow of a doubt, the Frankie Knuckles remixes of "The pressure" - a track by vocal and instrumental soul music ensemble Sounds of Blackness released in 1991 - are considered an absolute classic today. Renowned DJ/producer DJ Erv (Erving Batista) has created and uncontested soulful house anthem sure to stand the test of time that uses a smooth yet captivating organic backing groove as foundation for the awe-inspiring vocals of Ann Nesby and the orchestration.
Lovebirds "Want you in my soul" (Remixes) (Winding Road Records Promo)
Back in 2011, Lovebirds dropped their classic deep house track "Want you in my soul" featuring the unique passionate vocals of Stee Downes through Winding Road Records, now the track returns in fresh remixes. To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the track, Winding Road Records put together a massive remix package: First up, Schmoov! deliver an uplifting 80's disco inspired interpretation, next Knee Deep move into deeper somewhat darker territory on their downright hypnotic dub, followed by Lovebirds whose dub captures dreamful underwater vibes, and finally Atjazz contributes a sophisticated mellifluous sun drenched rendition.
Traxx Pick: DJ Erv "Reflection EP" (Deep Down Productions Promo)
Renowned DJ/producer DJ Erv (Erving Batista) returns to Spirit of House with the magnificent "Reflection EP" available through Deep Down Productions. Beyond any question, both tracks included on the EP will cast a spell on you: "First movement" featuring lush keys and entrancing pads over smooth yet intriguingly thumpin' rhythms is a sure-fire peak time weapon, whereas "Second movement" combines the lush keys and entrancing pads with laidback deepened rhythms to create an uncontested late night favorite.