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‘How Good You Feel’ featuring Soul Samarai (aka Gregers), is Martin Brodin’s exquisite rework of Love Unlimited Orchestra’s 1974 Disco classic, ‘Always Thinking Of You’. For summer 2024, ‘How Good You Feel’ gets a mighty make-over from 2 House Music heavyweights, Block & Crown and PEZNT. Bringing a fresh French Touch / Nu Disco fusion […]
‘Brothers & Sisters’ is the fruits of a new collaboration between UK producer / DJ Jason Herd and his long-time friend and collaborator, Steve Edwards – the magic voice behind global dance floor hits such as Bob Sinclar & Fisher ‘World Hold On’ and Cassius ‘Sound Of Violence’. Centred around a preacher vocal, inspired by […]
Get MaestroDMX here MaestroDMX review by Wilf Libgott A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO DMX LIGHTING DESIGN DJs and promoters know that in this day and age, a solid light show is essential to the success of most events. When a club has a lighting set-up that seamlessly adapts to the music, it just elevates the experience […]
Veteran Australian techno maestro Biz drops his “Monozukuri EP,” through Colin Dale’s esteemed Abstrakt Dance label. The EP opens with its titular track, “Monozukuri,” where stark beats set the stage before an eruption of 80s-inspired synths and intricate hi-hats pave the way for a mesmerizing tech-breakbeat odyssey. This track creates a deep, spacey atmosphere that […]
Three dope tracks on black wax celebrating the city of Detroit’s foundation.
Providing the perfect soundtrack to summer are London’s soulful dance duo, 2fox (aka Max Sinàl, and Ivor Novello Award winning Renell Shaw), with their ‘Elevation’ EP on Soul Clap Records. Kicking things off with the irresistible party vibes of ‘Elevation’, 2fox join forces with Brit-Soul talent Laville, who’s catchy silky-smooth vocal glides over a warm, […]
Curtis Mayfield’s timeless anthem, ‘Move On Up’, originally from his 1970 debut album, ‘Curtis’, gets a mammoth make-over from one of the UK’s best producers for the job, Mark Knight. Bringing a funky modern twist to this much-loved iconic classic, Mark ramps up the energy, delivering a respectful and playful fusion of classic soul and […]
Following up ‘Dancing Down the Path’ (which is unquestionably one of the tracks of the year so far), the exotically named Coney Island Rhythm Band follow the same blueprint with another summer motivated release, this time on Australia’s Vicious Vinyl. Latino vocals, piano and a killer bassline meld together for a track that gets the […]
The Shapeshifter’s Pleased as Punch label is going from strength to strength, releasing credible house music and this new release from French producer Kousto cements that reputation further. ‘It’s Up To You’ opens up with brass stabs galore, whilst the second track on the EP, ‘Jamboree’ is just that. A funky ass groove featuring Rhodes […]
In the ever-evolving world of electronic music, remixes often breathe new life into beloved tracks, bridging the gap between nostalgic reverence and contemporary innovation. This is precisely what French producer Tommy Glasses achieves with his latest endeavour, a scintillating remix of “When The Sun Goes Down” by Jorge Montiel & Juan Laya, featuring the soulful […]
Boxer and RYTERBAND have been long time collaborators, co-producing releases for Anjunadeep, Colorize, and This Never Happened, and have racked up millions of streams. This is the second and final remix of ‘Echoes’ also hails the pair’s 5th collaboration. You can tell there is a synergy between these two, as RYTERBAND’s distinct ethereal vocals float […]
The BCrew, aka Gospel House mavens, Barbara Tucker, Dawn Tallman and Charlotte Small, return with a stunning rendition of Walter Hawkins and the Love Center Choir’s ‘Goin’ Up Yonder.’ Renamed ‘Yonder’, this superb remake also features uplifting vocals from guest vocalist, Mitch Matlock and comes remixed by Mr V. The result is a smooth deep […]
Sonic Soul Orchestra teams up with vocalist Brian Lucas on ‘Break 4 Grace’, a retro slice of uplifting house, that gives a nod to both Raze and C&C Music Factory classics. Powered by punchy jackin’ beats and catchy synth hooks, ‘Break 4 Grace’ is a fresh take on Raze’s classic ‘Break 4 Love’ single, re-vocalled […]
It’s easy to hear what Virgil Abloh liked about this: a dubby, stripped-down track of the sort that DJs need in an abundant and steady supply.
Two gorgeous remixes of Jennifer Vanilla’s “Jennifer Pastoral” that grab you by the scruff and shake you about a bit to anoint you for a journey to heaven.
Rapidly becoming one of the go-to labels for nu-disco, The Disco Express keeps rolling on with this very solid EP from Brazilian, Doche. The Latin influences are front and centre on ‘This Feeling’, whilst ‘Hit The Tracks’ heads down a more traditional disco vibe. Finishing off the EP, you have the funk haven of ‘Dance’ […]
2024 sees the 30th year anniversary of Perfecto Records, so what better way to celebrate that two legends of the game to collaborate on a production for the very first time. ‘Concentrate’ is billed as a synergy of both styles, although it veers more towards the underground and techno styles associated with Carl Cox, as […]
Nice four track package from Austin Texas’ Whiskey Pickle label featuring two originals by Fresno DJ/producer Jason Merle and a pair of Sean Johnston Hardway Bros remixes
Continuing to amplify the renewed excitement surrounding Mason and Princess Superstar’s ‘Perfect (Exceeder)’, Grammy-nominated producer Jax Jones sets his sights on global dance floors with his rendition of the mid-2000s sensation. Seamlessly pairing the iconic synth riff with an authoritative house beat and underpinned by a filthy bass hook, this hot rendition is deemed to […]
2 musical legends, Jocelyn Brown and John Morales (of M+M fame), join forces once again on a spine-tingling remake of Inner Life’s ‘I’m Caught Up (In A One Night Love Affair)’ for Quantize Recordings. Giving this greatly loved Disco classic a shiny new make-over, Jocelyn has delivered a powerful vocal performance, whilst John flexes his […]