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Once again we picked the greatest and latest from the plethora of submissions for this weeks update... enjoy !!

Moniestien featuring Morris Revy "Eye YaYa" (FunkHut Records Promo)

The latest offering on FunkHut Records is "Eye YaYa" by Moniestien, a sure-fire afro house dance floor weapon using spell binding rhythms as foundation for entrancing melodies and the unmistakable vocal stylings of Morris Revy. The cherry on top are the splendorous remixes by label head DJ Pope who added his magical touch to take the track to the next level. Essential.

Marsha Bond "Meet me on the moon" (Aqua Sol Recordings Promo)

Coming soon to Aqua Sol Recordings is this fantastic remake of the Phyllis Hyman classic "Meet me on the moon" performed in grand style by Marsha Bond, indisputably her awe-inspiring rendition of the lyrics is guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. There is a stunning and truly varied selection of interpretations by Big Logan, Big Moses, Todd G and Hula Mahone included in package, giving you plenty of choices to work the floor.

Sipho Ngubane "Soulful Sentiments Sessions Vol. 2" (Soulful Sentiments Records Promo)

About a year ago, we were celebrating the dazzling "Soulful Sentiments Sessions Vol. 1" compilation by South African deep and soulful house producer Sipho Ngubane, now the second installment in the series has arrived. Needless to say this follow-up is equally as impressive, featuring collaborations with an illustrious list of artists such as Darian Crouse, Mr. Boogie, Swazi, Dindy, Shimmytines, Jah Band, Giga Msezane, Kenney Love and Komplexity to name just some. Like its predecessor, this eclectic selection of original productions and remixes comes highly recommended.

Soulista featuring Stephanie Cooke "Come back" (Laroye Remix)(Makin' Moves Promo)

Back in spring of last year, Makin' Moves gave us the magnificent "Come back" by Soulista and legendary house music vocalist Stephanie Cooke. Now this gem returns in fresh interpretations by French producer Laroye who delivers both a glorious soulful rendition which fuses unrivaled haunting vocals of Stephanie Cooke with heavenly melodies and a smooth organic backing, as well as a downright hypnotizing deep dub rework perfect for after hours play.

Bizio Cool & Robert Owens "Reflect on the days" (Groovebom Records Promo)

Next up on up-and-rising Groovebom Records is the the seriously dope "Reflect on the day" by Italian producer Bizio Cool featuring  legendary house music vocalist Robert Owens. Without any doubt, "Reflect on the days" oozing with Roberts Owens unmatched vocal stylings, bodacious jazzed-up keys, celestial pads and smooth yet enthralling rhythms is guaranteed to cast a spell on you...

Ralf GUM meets Simmy "How deep is your love" (GoGo Music Promo)

Beyond question, Ralf GUM has been pulling out all the stops to grace us with the outstanding "How deep is your love", a collaboration with South African musician and singer/songwriter Simmy. Indisputably, this timeless soulful gem featuring the fabulous deeply felt vocals of Simmy, lush keys and dreamful chords over gentle yet intriguing rhythms is by no means to be missed...

Andrea Erre & Andy T & Karla Brown "Something for you" (Soul Mood Remix)(Soul Mood Records Promo)

End of 2019 we introduced you "Something for you" by Andrea Erre and Andy T, a phantasmagorical feel-good production laced with the unmatched passionate vocals of Karla Brown. To be released in the coming weeks is this truly glamorous soulful re-imagination wheres Karla Brown's vocals are accompanied by exquisite jazzy keys, grand horns and a relentlessly stompin' rich organic backdrop.

Boddhi Satva "Xango" / "Secalo" (Batakari Music Promo)

Just released on BBE Music's sister label label Batakari Music are "Xango" and "Secalo", the first singles taken from Boddhi Satva's third long player "Manifestation" dropping early next year. To make a long story short, "Xango" (which features Grammy-award winning percussion master Jorge Bezerra) and "Secalo" represent the two sides of trailblazing Central African producer Boddhi Satva’s unique and truly ingenious sound, from percussive, underground deep afro to deeply rooted electronic afro-latin soul. Absolutely breathtaking music...

Danny J Lewis "Since we met that day" (Just Underground Recordings Promo)

We welcome Just Underground Records to Spirit of House with their next release, the feel-good anthem "Since we met that day" by label head Danny J Lewis. Most definitely, the old school inspired "Since we met that day" will take over dance floors around the globe by storm thanks to the vibrant garage house rhythms, the infectious piano hooks and the sweet female vocals.