review logoThe heat continues with this weeks packed update full of the latest in vocal soulful/afro house music...

The Shapeshifters featuring Kimberly Davis "Second chance" (Glitterbox Recordings Promo)

Production maestro The Shapeshifters (aka Simon Marlin) reunites with Chic vocalist Kimberly Davis on "Second chance", the follow up to last year's hit single "Life is a dancefloor". Most definitely, the discotastic "Second chance" which features the incomparable vocals of Kimberly Davis, cinematic strings, live horns and supreme keys over an infectious funktified backdrop will cause a stir on the dance floor...

Ruben Swift Vidal featuring Rick Galactik "Over" (Sugar Groove Promo)

Ruben Swift Vidal and his Sugar Groove imprint continue to grace us with nothing but top-notch soulful house music with their latest offering "Over" featuring the vocal talents of Rick Galactik. To make a long story short, "Over" which uses smooth yet intriguing rhythms as foundation for lush keys, a scintillating synth solo by John Crockett and Rick Galactikc's unmistakable vocals is sure to cast a spell on you...

Fibre Foundation featuring Kelly Sae "Set me free" (Renote Remix)(Unkwn Records Promo)

It took until until the beginning of 2017 before the much sought-after Victor Simonelli produced "Set me free" by Fibre Foundation featuring Kelly Sae was officially released, now Unkwn Records present a truly dope re-imagination by Renote which stays true and respectful to the vibe of the original yet gives the track a vibrant four-to-the-floor feel sure to send the dancers into a frenzy...

Bobby & Steve featuring Johnnie Fiori "You will survive" (Groove Odyssey Records Promo)

Back in 2001, Bobby & Steve unleashed the fierce "You will survive" which features the incredible vocals of Johnnie Fiori and samples The Intruders all-time 1973 classic "I('ll always love my mama" (for obvious reasons this was a white label 12" release only), now this prime time dance floor nugget returns as a the second single taken from Bobby & Steve's forthcoming debut artist album "Let's stand together" with the music and extra string flavors recreated by Nigel Lowis. In short, this verily soulful yet truly compelling and inspiring Philly Disco influenced gem is not to be missed...

Mr. Eclectic "The Hip Hop and R&B Reworks & Edits" (Deeper Side of CyberJamz Records Promo)

Pasqua Records label owner Mr. Eclectic opens up his vault to share some of his secret weapons with us... This EP features his dazzling 4/4 interpretations of "Awesome wonder" by Trent Corey, "You" by Jacquees, "Dirty" by Tank, "Nothing brakes like a heart" by Mark Robinson featuring Miley Cyrus and last but not least "Apeshit" by The Carters, each one guaranteed to set the dance floor on fire...

Ma-B, HyperSOUL-X, Sabrina "Shooting stars" (FOMP Promo)

Coming soon to FOMP is "Shooting stars" a verily entrancing collaboration by South Africa's Ma-B (Thabang Lesiba Kgole) and HyperSOUL-X (Mahlogonolo Dinake) with singer Sabrina whose fascinating tempting vocals are accompanied by luscious keys, inebriant atmospheric chord progressions and deep relentlessly thumpin' afrocentric rhythms. Jam-packed floors guaranteed...

Kennedy Simone "The way" (Kingdom Records Promo)

Jerry C. King and Kennedy Simone are back together with yet another superb cover of a Jill Scott classic. This time, they present a brilliant four-to-the-floor remake of "The way" (from her 2000 album "Who is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1") oozing with Kennedy Simone's inimitable haunting vocals, sublime jazzed-up keys, dreamful chords and a groovey organic musical backing.

Tamashi & Vinyl Convention featuring Lynne Brown "Tap n2 it" (Ya.Ma Records Promo)

Out soon on Ya.Ma Records is the phantasmagorical "Tap n2 it" by Italy's Tamashi and Vinyl Convention featuring vocalist Lynne Brown. First up we have the "Tamashi & Frankie J Key Original Mix" a verily soulful affair laced with Lynne Brown's beautiful heartfelt vocals, luxurious jazzy keys and a rich organic backdrop. Nest the "Vinyl Convention Club Mix" keeps the vibe soulful yet turns the heat up for prime-time action with catchy keys, ethereal chords and driving rhythms.