various artists - Basement Tracks EP 1 (battibatti)
Released on 11 July on vinyl finally in this month sees its digital format. Four artists pay tribute to the first Battibatti vinyl with High Quality tracks.
various artists - Holdin On EP (battibatti)
The fourth release with a different four artist package from Battibatti. This extended player presents an international flavour of artists from Britain, Malta, Germany, to the other side of the Atlantic in Mexico.
Guido Nemola - Jazz Piano EP (Revox)
Three different tracks from this Italian artist exploring deep groovy house. My favorite is the Acid Mix of 'I Can't Forget'. Trip.
Ralf Gum - Never Leaves You (GOGO Music)
Nice album from Ralf Gum anticipated in early Summer by the release of Linda. Ten tracks with super vocal collaborations by; Jocely Mathieu, Kafele, Kenny Bobien, Jaidene Vada, Monique Bingham, Oluhle, Robert Owens, Caron Wheeler, and Jon Pierce.
Brad Petterson / Rai Scott - Future Imprints (Inner Shift Music)
A nice release with two tracks by Brad on one side, and two by Rai on the other. 'Inner Reflection' will be on my list for long time.
S.o.u.l. Vs Tinbota ft Dr.Feelx - House Music Was Born (Shines Records)
House was born official sometime in early eighties, although it was an evolution coming from like the sixties. I like the House Music Was String Mix.
Ladybird - Ladybird Remixed (Peng)
After the album release in early 2012, two Ladybird tunes gets the remix job by Bittersuite, Andy Compton, and Dolls Combers.
Ed Nine - Hot Jazz The Remixes (Itch-N-Sniff Records)
Old school Jazz sounds, and vocals mixed in rhythm. Does it not always work. Five versions to choose from.
Nick Sole - Flowers For You (Mojuba Records)
Debut album from Nick Sole who presents eleven deep tracks all in very well made African Tribal grooves. Nice!
STL - Flying Objects (Something)
Experimental sounds is always what the German STL aka Stephan Laubner comes with.
Mass Prod - Deeply Cooked Music (Kontra Muzik)
Digital follow up to a vinyl out in 2009. Jus-Ed mix is the one for me.
various artists - Langesthal (Meakusma)
Two tracks each by four different artists. All is in experimental sounds, accept for the Detroit groove infected 'Nulldup' by Bepotel.
Alexander East - Jest 4 Me (Fresh Meat)
Original released in 2001. Derrick Carter Dubstrumental always works thanks also to the clever use of the sample from the disco song 'You Can't Hide Your Love From Me'.
various artists - Running Music 01 3 Hours Set (Irma Records)
Three hours of music in this compilation with 28 different songs and tracks. You have the known names of Irma like; Don Carlos, Belladonna, Sicania Soul, Pasta Boys etc etc.
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Monday, September 24, 2012
Review: various artists - Basement Tracks EP 1 (Batti Batti)
Founded up in 2009 and since taking out ten phenomenal releases BattiBatti makes its entry into the vinyl world with this first four different tracks package titled Basement Track EP 1. The deep, and underground house scene has always been a keen supporter to this pure Deejay medium, and being BattiBatti a label dedicated to those sounds the move was certainly expected in due time and most surely welcome. Label boss Owen Jay with his partner Melchior Sultana opens the dances with the track titled 'Groove Me'. He is followed on side A by 1Dan a repeat artist on BattiBatti who here comes with the dark, deep, cosmic but yet energetic 'Light Bridge'. On the B side we have Nino with the trip deep track 'Nino' which reminds me a bit of Callisto from Guidance Records, and Benedikt Frey of Mule and Ethereal records fame and his acid infected 'Moving Shadows'.
Monday, September 17, 2012
Review: various artists - Holdin On EP (battibatti BB11)
Release number eleven for Malta's iconic deep and underground label Battibatti. This third series in the various artist extended players titled Holdin On presents four tunes all by different artists, two of which making their first appearance on BattiBatti. The repeating artists are 1Dan, the producer of BB07 'Wish You Well', and Melchior Sultana who here presents himself solo, being the usual partner of label boss Owen Jay. The new artists are Marco Nega, and the duet of Romeo C and Alhan G. Dan1 opens the player with the deep and voyage track Another Afternoon here in the late edit version. Marco Nega an artist with releases on Underground Quality and BuMako follows with Intromental, an atmospheric tune with jazzy chords. Third is Melchior Sultana 'Holdin On' a very jazz inspiring tune, which builds up to a groovy affair. Closes this extended player the more pumped up Romeo C and Alhan G 'Don't Tell Me What To Do', a deep tribal affair with nice keys and sensual vocal female and male vocal hooks.
Friday, August 31, 2012
Choices - August 2012
Theo Parish - Sound Signature Sounds Volume 2 (Sound Signature)
Mr. Theo Parish hardly does any wrong! Nine tracks from Theo, with vocal cooperation's coming form Dwele, John Douglas and Trent Mitchell.
Deep House Maniacs - Cloud 9 feat. Siba (Deeper Shades Recordings)
For me it is all about the Dub mix. Nice harmony and rythm!
Polar Lights - Inside Tonght (Apparel Music)
Four tunes plus two versions of Blamegames. I like the most the slower My Old Vinyl.
Emilian - Body Music EP (MANDMS Music)
Some Other Woman is the one for me, though Burden of Dreams deserves a listen.
SVG and Faith - Urban Jungles and the Kiss (Peng Africa)
Urban Jungles and Kiss are two separate tracks here, remixed again by SVG.
S3A Sampling as an Art - Holdin' On EP (4Lux Black)
Has it not been like this since thirty years plus now. I am obviously referring to the title here.
Giovanni Damico - Get in the Spirit (Fresh Meat)
Three track extended player. I like the more track Dirty Disc.
Sei A - You Can Bring EP (Simple)
Simple is known for harder sounds, which is the case here minus the Axel Boman remix of You Can Bring which takes us deeper and underground house direction.
Dejan Milicevic - Just Keep Talking Girl (Plastic City)
Second album from Dejan following the first on the Gilesku label from Slovenia. This time around it is on the more prominent German label Plastic City. I like the title track the most.
Craig Huckaby - Black Music / Child of the Sun (Sound Signature)
Original released in 2011 on Vinyl. Three different produced tracks who feature Mr. Craig Huckaby always on vocals.
Joss Moog - Best of Joss Moog (Robsoul)
Nine tracks representing the best of Mr. Moog starting from 2006 up till today. Old school Chicago feel with disco and funk cross over in some of the tracks.
Mr. Theo Parish hardly does any wrong! Nine tracks from Theo, with vocal cooperation's coming form Dwele, John Douglas and Trent Mitchell.
Deep House Maniacs - Cloud 9 feat. Siba (Deeper Shades Recordings)
For me it is all about the Dub mix. Nice harmony and rythm!
Polar Lights - Inside Tonght (Apparel Music)
Four tunes plus two versions of Blamegames. I like the most the slower My Old Vinyl.
Emilian - Body Music EP (MANDMS Music)
Some Other Woman is the one for me, though Burden of Dreams deserves a listen.
SVG and Faith - Urban Jungles and the Kiss (Peng Africa)
Urban Jungles and Kiss are two separate tracks here, remixed again by SVG.
S3A Sampling as an Art - Holdin' On EP (4Lux Black)
Has it not been like this since thirty years plus now. I am obviously referring to the title here.
Giovanni Damico - Get in the Spirit (Fresh Meat)
Three track extended player. I like the more track Dirty Disc.
Sei A - You Can Bring EP (Simple)
Simple is known for harder sounds, which is the case here minus the Axel Boman remix of You Can Bring which takes us deeper and underground house direction.
Dejan Milicevic - Just Keep Talking Girl (Plastic City)
Second album from Dejan following the first on the Gilesku label from Slovenia. This time around it is on the more prominent German label Plastic City. I like the title track the most.
Craig Huckaby - Black Music / Child of the Sun (Sound Signature)
Original released in 2011 on Vinyl. Three different produced tracks who feature Mr. Craig Huckaby always on vocals.
Joss Moog - Best of Joss Moog (Robsoul)
Nine tracks representing the best of Mr. Moog starting from 2006 up till today. Old school Chicago feel with disco and funk cross over in some of the tracks.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Choices - July 2012
Atjazz and Jullian Gomes - Overshadowed (Atjazz Record Company)
Three versions including the original, of which this I like the most.
Ben Sun - Love Momentum EP (Delusions of Grandeur)
If you look for Ben Sun in any dance music web site you mostly find techno tracks. But recently the British producer is going more into house with a good fusion of funk, disco sounds into deep. I like it!
various artists - Wesendit Part Three (Isendit)
Six tracks by different artists. Marc Cotterell is my preferred from the list which features good sounds. Herb LF is also featured in this third instalment of Wesendit.
Jimmy Read / Rich Genres - The Point EP (Digitalsoul)
Rich Genres The Soul is the track for me, helped by the vocal of Moonraker aka Johnny Dangerous. But thats just the friendly part!
Eddie Stockley - Tell Me Sumthin (House Tribe Records)
Ten versions by eight different producers. I like the more classic soul house version of Will Rodriguez.
DJ Akmael - Sour Alien EP (Hizou Deep Rooted Music)
The young man from New York goes deep and underground and also puts some new flavour. Three different tracks.
Andre Crom - Reality EP (OFF)
For me it is about the classic rework of Hypnotizing by Homework. Nice jazz early house mash up!
Session 3 - Deep House Files Selected by Enzo Elia (Engrave)
Eleven tracks in this third Engrave Session by Enzio Elia. Some track already selected in the past here; Dan Mela, Musumeci, Jaime Read, Asciari Jose Di Caro, and Caspian Rabone. To remind you the names. I signal also the track Same Street by Definition of Music.
various artists - The Best of Justified Cause (Justified Cause Recordings)
The best from this label, though I only like one track from 21. You make your picks.
various artists - Back to the Scene of the Crime (Azuli Back Catalog)
Thirteen selections by Joey Negro. What do you want more. Original released in 2001 as mix CD.
Three versions including the original, of which this I like the most.
Ben Sun - Love Momentum EP (Delusions of Grandeur)
If you look for Ben Sun in any dance music web site you mostly find techno tracks. But recently the British producer is going more into house with a good fusion of funk, disco sounds into deep. I like it!
various artists - Wesendit Part Three (Isendit)
Six tracks by different artists. Marc Cotterell is my preferred from the list which features good sounds. Herb LF is also featured in this third instalment of Wesendit.
Jimmy Read / Rich Genres - The Point EP (Digitalsoul)
Rich Genres The Soul is the track for me, helped by the vocal of Moonraker aka Johnny Dangerous. But thats just the friendly part!
Eddie Stockley - Tell Me Sumthin (House Tribe Records)
Ten versions by eight different producers. I like the more classic soul house version of Will Rodriguez.
DJ Akmael - Sour Alien EP (Hizou Deep Rooted Music)
The young man from New York goes deep and underground and also puts some new flavour. Three different tracks.
Andre Crom - Reality EP (OFF)
For me it is about the classic rework of Hypnotizing by Homework. Nice jazz early house mash up!
Session 3 - Deep House Files Selected by Enzo Elia (Engrave)
Eleven tracks in this third Engrave Session by Enzio Elia. Some track already selected in the past here; Dan Mela, Musumeci, Jaime Read, Asciari Jose Di Caro, and Caspian Rabone. To remind you the names. I signal also the track Same Street by Definition of Music.
various artists - The Best of Justified Cause (Justified Cause Recordings)
The best from this label, though I only like one track from 21. You make your picks.
various artists - Back to the Scene of the Crime (Azuli Back Catalog)
Thirteen selections by Joey Negro. What do you want more. Original released in 2001 as mix CD.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Choices - June 2012
Iron Curtis - Thoughts On (4Lux Black)
Three tracks plus a new mix to the 2008 Thoughts On. I like Oh Come On. How can you not with a title like that.
Nathan X - Found Love (Peng Africa)
Needless to say this label always bring quality. I like the more traditional African soul of the main mix.
At One - African Healing Dance Atjazz Remixes (Atjazz Record Company)
Atjazz remix puts some soul and improves the good original released December 2011.
Smallpeople - Salty Days (Smallville)
Nine raw tracks of high quality from this German duet and label. Great debut album from Small People!
Fudge Fingas - Amaranthine Labyrinth EP (Purple Maze)
A very alternative and varied four different tracks EP. I like the most the jazz infected Kinski.
Andy Ward Presents The Friends of the Booth EP, Vol. 2 (Tony Records)
Andy Ward makes an eight track, seven different artist selection on behalf of the legend Tony Humphries and his label. House and Deep choices, take your pick.
Weather Coperation - Flite EP (Mussen Project Records)
This North Italian label does it again with a strong three track package. I like the African groove Thru It All the most.
various artists - HZ01 (Hizou Deep Rooted Music)
Three different tracks by P.Laoss, Demetrio Giannice, and Deymare.
Key Tronics Ensemble - Calypso of House (Irma Records)
A tribute to this timeless classic by Ivan Iacobucci and the duet of Sicania Soul.
various artists - Sensual Deep House #14 (Sensual Sounds)
Sometimes in these compilations you do find something interesting. I like the Summer jazz vibes track by Pedro Campos and Christian Corrotea titled Wolken.
Theo Parrish - Sound Sculptures Vol 1 (Sound Signature)
Original release in 2007 as a triple vinyl pack, now released in its digital format with some bonuses, tools, and extras. Fourth digital release for Sound Signature.
Three tracks plus a new mix to the 2008 Thoughts On. I like Oh Come On. How can you not with a title like that.
Nathan X - Found Love (Peng Africa)
Needless to say this label always bring quality. I like the more traditional African soul of the main mix.
At One - African Healing Dance Atjazz Remixes (Atjazz Record Company)
Atjazz remix puts some soul and improves the good original released December 2011.
Smallpeople - Salty Days (Smallville)
Nine raw tracks of high quality from this German duet and label. Great debut album from Small People!
Fudge Fingas - Amaranthine Labyrinth EP (Purple Maze)
A very alternative and varied four different tracks EP. I like the most the jazz infected Kinski.
Andy Ward Presents The Friends of the Booth EP, Vol. 2 (Tony Records)
Andy Ward makes an eight track, seven different artist selection on behalf of the legend Tony Humphries and his label. House and Deep choices, take your pick.
Weather Coperation - Flite EP (Mussen Project Records)
This North Italian label does it again with a strong three track package. I like the African groove Thru It All the most.
various artists - HZ01 (Hizou Deep Rooted Music)
Three different tracks by P.Laoss, Demetrio Giannice, and Deymare.
Key Tronics Ensemble - Calypso of House (Irma Records)
A tribute to this timeless classic by Ivan Iacobucci and the duet of Sicania Soul.
various artists - Sensual Deep House #14 (Sensual Sounds)
Sometimes in these compilations you do find something interesting. I like the Summer jazz vibes track by Pedro Campos and Christian Corrotea titled Wolken.
Theo Parrish - Sound Sculptures Vol 1 (Sound Signature)
Original release in 2007 as a triple vinyl pack, now released in its digital format with some bonuses, tools, and extras. Fourth digital release for Sound Signature.
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Choices - May 2012
Soul 223 - Almost Like it Used to Be (Delsin)
A four different tracks player. The short Arties Mood of just over two minutes is cool and funky. Pity it is so short.
Saluda - Deep Cut (Hizou Deep Rooted Music)
Deymare mix elements from the original mix of Deep Cut but puts that little spin, and slows it down which in my books makes it more attractive.
DJ Hynposis - Far Away feat Nickson (Sci-Fi Productions)
Lilac Jeans Scifi mix is the one for me, but Gumzito mix deserves also high attention.
various artists - We Are VR (voyeurhythm)
A tribute to Voyeurhythm by four artists; Ben Sun, Francesco Inferno Orchestra, HMC, and Tyson Ballard.
And.Id - Black Mamba (mobilee records)
And.Id and Band version of Girl takes me on a Latin spin and into Summer vibes, without loosing harmony.
Session Victom - The Haunted House of House Pt Three (Delusions of Grandeur)
Threer tracks, two of which in nu funk disco sound. If you like it deep and soul go on the track Light Scent of Decay.
Jin Choi - A Thousand Whales of Love (Private Gold)
Last year a couple of very good releases made Jin Choi into my to look list. Move to today and Jin releases a varied thirteen track album plus an extra mix of Circles. Not all to my taste but listen and take your picks.
Alice Kuntz - Revaler Blues (Minimal Kidz)
Not my usual label, but this release deserves attention. Both tracks are good, though I like the jazz influenced Two Scotch Eggs. Excuse Me!
DJ Aakmael - Unxpozd Sessions EP (Liberate)
Aakmael is called the new boy from New York, and not for nothing. Three different tracks, I like the more soulful Movin On.
Gene King Presents Tantra Zawandi and Dana Byrd - Out of the Blue (Shines Records)
Nine different mixes to choose from. I like the Koe Rizla mix.
Vedomir - Vedomir (Dekmantel)
An album with thirteen tracks. Mostly of US techno inspiration, but in the pile you find more deep house tunes.
In The Dark: The Soul of Detroit (Still Music)
The title says it all, and the names of the artists who make the twelve amazing tracks just make you understand, the revolution the motor city of the World has brought to electronic music in the past, and current times.
The Rotating Assembly - Natural Aspirations (Sound Signature)
Originally released on CD in 2004, and now finally gets a digital re-issue.
A four different tracks player. The short Arties Mood of just over two minutes is cool and funky. Pity it is so short.
Saluda - Deep Cut (Hizou Deep Rooted Music)
Deymare mix elements from the original mix of Deep Cut but puts that little spin, and slows it down which in my books makes it more attractive.
DJ Hynposis - Far Away feat Nickson (Sci-Fi Productions)
Lilac Jeans Scifi mix is the one for me, but Gumzito mix deserves also high attention.
various artists - We Are VR (voyeurhythm)
A tribute to Voyeurhythm by four artists; Ben Sun, Francesco Inferno Orchestra, HMC, and Tyson Ballard.
And.Id - Black Mamba (mobilee records)
And.Id and Band version of Girl takes me on a Latin spin and into Summer vibes, without loosing harmony.
Session Victom - The Haunted House of House Pt Three (Delusions of Grandeur)
Threer tracks, two of which in nu funk disco sound. If you like it deep and soul go on the track Light Scent of Decay.
Jin Choi - A Thousand Whales of Love (Private Gold)
Last year a couple of very good releases made Jin Choi into my to look list. Move to today and Jin releases a varied thirteen track album plus an extra mix of Circles. Not all to my taste but listen and take your picks.
Alice Kuntz - Revaler Blues (Minimal Kidz)
Not my usual label, but this release deserves attention. Both tracks are good, though I like the jazz influenced Two Scotch Eggs. Excuse Me!
DJ Aakmael - Unxpozd Sessions EP (Liberate)
Aakmael is called the new boy from New York, and not for nothing. Three different tracks, I like the more soulful Movin On.
Gene King Presents Tantra Zawandi and Dana Byrd - Out of the Blue (Shines Records)
Nine different mixes to choose from. I like the Koe Rizla mix.
Vedomir - Vedomir (Dekmantel)
An album with thirteen tracks. Mostly of US techno inspiration, but in the pile you find more deep house tunes.
In The Dark: The Soul of Detroit (Still Music)
The title says it all, and the names of the artists who make the twelve amazing tracks just make you understand, the revolution the motor city of the World has brought to electronic music in the past, and current times.
The Rotating Assembly - Natural Aspirations (Sound Signature)
Originally released on CD in 2004, and now finally gets a digital re-issue.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Choices - April 2012
Dan Mela - I Don't Know Why (What Ever Not)
After an absence of quite some time with an original production, Dan Mela is back with this plus a new label. What Ever Not is release number one of this new adventure from Dan and his studio partner Dodi Palese which features two super tunes. Absolutely not to miss.
Bon and Rau - Morning Funk (Smallville)
A label Smallville and a name that of Christopher Rau that are always a guarantee. Two good tracks with the usual Chicago touch from Rau. I like more the title track.
Story - Story 006 (Story)
An obscure label, in its number six releases. Two deep tracks with a Detroit groove.
Andy Campton - Devon's Deepest EP (Peng)
Andy and his Peng label are always a high quality look out. Here is four songs with an unusual eclectic and electric groove production, plus a dub mix of the track Gold. Vocal collaborations are by Ladybird, Rowan, Oluwa, and Rainy Payne. The one of Rainy titled What Am I is my preferred where the singer reminds me a lot of Ursula Rucker.
Lucas Ferro, Brandub - Duplex, Vol.1 (Depto Rec)
Two tracks from these two artists. I like the latin deep by Brandub.
Flohil and Smith - Istanbul Nights (Phat Elephant Recordings)
Turkey continues to bring dance music producers, and here is an album of this duet. Featuring twelve tracks mostly in deep house it is okay in some areas, and good in others. I like Slow Down.
Nicholas - Love Message (Home Taping is Killing Music)
I listened to this when the Italian Nicholas put it on his SoundCloud more or less about a year ago. Release was never confirmed at the time but I made over a season going on his Cloud page and listening to Love Message. Now it is finally released, and if you did not understand it this is a tribute to the unique and timeless Love is the Message by MFSB.
Bad Cop Bad Cop - Best Of Best Of (KilleKill)
Five tracks in total. I like the old school feel Chitroit with says it all on what kind of sound to expect.
Rio Padice - Moon Phases EP (Housewax)
Housewax continues to bring very good releases, and the number three brings even more guarantees on the future direction of this label, thanks to the good Rio Padice.
various artists - Four Suns (Deep Explorer Music)
All good four tracks by Ernie and Above Smoke, but Funny Break has been on my wish list for ages.
The Aphotic Segments - Vol. 1 (Sistrum Recordings)
Sistrum is the label of Detroit native Patrice Scott, and here is an extended player with four different artists and tracks. Russian Anton Zap deep Sunshine really puts you in an other dimension if you get my meaning.
Soulful House Volume 2 - Hot Top 10 Unmixed (Sci-fi Productions)
A total of ten tracks from various artists, all in an African and Soulful deep vibe, Take your picks.
After an absence of quite some time with an original production, Dan Mela is back with this plus a new label. What Ever Not is release number one of this new adventure from Dan and his studio partner Dodi Palese which features two super tunes. Absolutely not to miss.
Bon and Rau - Morning Funk (Smallville)
A label Smallville and a name that of Christopher Rau that are always a guarantee. Two good tracks with the usual Chicago touch from Rau. I like more the title track.
Story - Story 006 (Story)
An obscure label, in its number six releases. Two deep tracks with a Detroit groove.
Andy Campton - Devon's Deepest EP (Peng)
Andy and his Peng label are always a high quality look out. Here is four songs with an unusual eclectic and electric groove production, plus a dub mix of the track Gold. Vocal collaborations are by Ladybird, Rowan, Oluwa, and Rainy Payne. The one of Rainy titled What Am I is my preferred where the singer reminds me a lot of Ursula Rucker.
Lucas Ferro, Brandub - Duplex, Vol.1 (Depto Rec)
Two tracks from these two artists. I like the latin deep by Brandub.
Flohil and Smith - Istanbul Nights (Phat Elephant Recordings)
Turkey continues to bring dance music producers, and here is an album of this duet. Featuring twelve tracks mostly in deep house it is okay in some areas, and good in others. I like Slow Down.
Nicholas - Love Message (Home Taping is Killing Music)
I listened to this when the Italian Nicholas put it on his SoundCloud more or less about a year ago. Release was never confirmed at the time but I made over a season going on his Cloud page and listening to Love Message. Now it is finally released, and if you did not understand it this is a tribute to the unique and timeless Love is the Message by MFSB.
Bad Cop Bad Cop - Best Of Best Of (KilleKill)
Five tracks in total. I like the old school feel Chitroit with says it all on what kind of sound to expect.
Rio Padice - Moon Phases EP (Housewax)
Housewax continues to bring very good releases, and the number three brings even more guarantees on the future direction of this label, thanks to the good Rio Padice.
various artists - Four Suns (Deep Explorer Music)
All good four tracks by Ernie and Above Smoke, but Funny Break has been on my wish list for ages.
The Aphotic Segments - Vol. 1 (Sistrum Recordings)
Sistrum is the label of Detroit native Patrice Scott, and here is an extended player with four different artists and tracks. Russian Anton Zap deep Sunshine really puts you in an other dimension if you get my meaning.
Soulful House Volume 2 - Hot Top 10 Unmixed (Sci-fi Productions)
A total of ten tracks from various artists, all in an African and Soulful deep vibe, Take your picks.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Review: Dan Mela - I Don't Know Why {Nothing's Gonna Change} (What Ever Not)
Italian producer Dan Mela starts off his new label, What Ever Not founded together with his long time studio partner Dodi Palese. Coming from the South East part of Italy Dan Mela is definitely not a new name in House and Underground music, having made quite a name first on his previous Streetvibes label, and later on getting the high attention of German Compost in the past and the previous decade. What Ever Not number one starts off with one of the most appreciated tunes on Dan's SoundCloud page; 'I Don't Know Why' which in its Original Mix features a super vocal which does not leave you alone, and is accompanied by strings and real instruments hooks. The groove is garage or to explain more simple a reminder of Master at Work early nineties beats. Suspect a cross over hit, or high attention from major Indy labels for this one. Following this is the Padappella of less then two minutes which is a good way to build up this tune before pulling off the original groovy version. 'Dodgem in San Sebastian' sees Dan fully immerse in his underground house sound with a mixture of New York versus Chicago sounds and grooves. Tune by two!
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