review logoWhile we are in lockdown, let's enjoy the latest and greatest in vocal soulful house music with this week's loaded update...

Fuminori Kagajo featuring Angela Johnson "No pressure" (Dr. Packer Remixes)(Nu Notes Music Promo)

Japanese DJ/producer Fuminori Kagajo continues to bless us with nothing but the best in soulful dance music with the masterly orchestrated soul/jazz/funk drenched "No pressure" (taken from his fantastic debut artist album "Timeless") which features the incomparable sultry vocals of Angela Johnson. Next to the original version, the package features stunning remixes by Dr. Packer who contributes a scintillating disco tinged re-imagination sure to make you yearn for more.

Michele Chiavarini & Aaron K Gray "P.U.S.H." (SPRY Records Promo)

For the third release on his recently launched label SPRY Records, Italian maestro Michele Chiavarini has prepared something truly special with the masterly "P.U.S.H. (Pray until something happens)". Simply put, this upbeat gospel house jewel fueled with the impeccable vocals of Aaron K Gray, sumptuous piano melodies, warm pads and an organic truly vibrant musical backing is not to be missed...

Doug Gomez featuring Earl W. Green "Can't be with you" (Jihad Muhammad Remix)(Merecumbe Recordings Promo)

Summer of last year saw the release of "Can't be with you" a superb slice of timeless soulful house music by Doug Gomez. Now this gem laced with the incredible haunting vocals of Earl W.Green returns in fresh fresh interpretations by Jihad Muhammad who adds his landmark truly magical and verily enthralling yet ssmooth'n'melodious touch to take the track to the next level.

Neil Pierce featuring Kadija Kamara "Give" (Rhemi Music Promo)

The latest offering from Rhemi Music is "Give" by renowned DJ/producer Neil Pierce and vocalist extraordinaire Kadija Kamara. "Give" is glamorously soulful yet truly enticing, with inexorable deeply thumpin' rhythms leading the way for tantalizing chords and the marvelous vocals of Kadija Kamara. The remixes are Samba La Casa who deliver a sure-fire peak time anthem guaranteed to send the dancers into a frenzy...

Orienta-Rhythm featuring Dawn Tallman" Get back to love" (KingStreet Records Promo)

Renowned Japanese DJ/production duo Orienta-Rhythm (aka Ken Kitamura and Daisuke Miyamoto) join forces with legendary house music vocalist Dawn Tallman for "Get back to love", a verily soulful and sexy production using a smooth yet captivating funktified musical backing as foundation for luxurious jazzed-up keys and the unmistakable refined vocals of Dawn Tallman.

Distant People featuring Kenny Paget Le Tour "Hands up" (Soulful Evolution Records Promo)

Soon to be released through Soulful Evolution Records is "Hands up" by DJ/producer Distant People (Joey Silvero) and vocalist Kenny Paget Le Tour. Without doubt, the uplifting "Hands up" featuring the fantastic deep-rooted vocals of Kenny Paget Le Tour, sublime jazzy keys and lush chords over an irresistibly stompin' funked-up musical backing is sure to cast a spell on you...

Nicolas Bassi featuring Rachel Philipp "Ride or die" (Bassi Digital Promo)

Mid-February, we introduced you to "Get up" the inaugural release on Swiss label Bassi Digital, now the follow-up single "Ride or die" by label head Nicolas Bassi and singer Rachel Philipp has arrived. To make it short, "Ride or die" oozing with Rachel Philipp's beautiful sultry vocals, exquisite jazzy keys, dreamful chords, great saxophone and compelling organic rhythms is sheer musical bliss...

Body Music & Amy Douglas "Love games" (Glitterbox Recordings Promo)

Body Music, a collaboration between Bosq (Whiskey Barons) and Vito Roccoforte (Vito & Druzzi / The Rapture), make their debut on Glitterbox Recordings with "Love games". Undeniably, the disco/funk influenced "Love games" which features the inspiring vocal stylings of New York singer/songwriter Amy Douglas, grand piano riffs and funky guitar loops on top of an infectious groove will set the floor on fire...

Various "Neal Conway Classics Revisited Vol. 13" (Urban Retro Music Group CD Promo)

It has been a while since Neal Conway graced us with his classy four-to-the-floor re-imaginations of unforgettable classics that keep the spirit of the original alive yet transform the songs into soulful truly intriguing dance floor favorites. Finally he is back with the latest installment in the acclaimed "Classics Revisited" series which features "What would you do for love" by Bobby Caldwell, "Serpentine Fire" by Earth Wind & Fire, "When you think of me" by Eric Benet, "Give me the night" by George Benson, "Sunset driver" by Michael Jackson and "Visions" by Stevie Wonder. Simply dope...