As the world joins together for the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games this summer, Coca-Cola has invited artists from around the globe to jointly depict what this monumental occasion means to them. The extraordinary alliance of visual and music artists from different lands started with eight blank canvasses of aluminum contour bottles – and eight corresponding themes reflecting the possibilities for happiness and connection from both the Coke Side of Life platform and the upcoming global gathering in Beijing.
Jay-J's latest effort 'Happiness' was just released for Coke's WE8 Project. 8 Chinese artists and 8 of the West's most progressive musicians
(including Tiësto, Benny Benassi, Kaskade) have each been provided with a theme and using music as their form of expression, created a song that expanded on their inspiration drawn from the theme. Limited Edition themeatic aluminum bottles available.
Free Downloads of Bottle Designs and Music Tracks Mixing in New Global Melody for Coca-Cola at http://www.coca-cola.com/we8
Brazilionaire has been working with the Stewart family for over a year now, who have been in the industry for over 30 years working with major clients such as Burrell, McDonald's, and Oprah Winfrey to name a few. This year alone Brazilionaire has worked with the Stewart family on the widely viewed "Freedom Auto Depot" Commercial featuring the Stewart family's own "B-Cow" African American country group. Other projects also include the 2008 Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage Cruise DVD, which is the DVD of the Tom Joyner Cruise, a fundraiser to raise money for students at historically black colleges and universities which has raised over 50 million dollars in the past 9 years.
Brazilionaire owns and runs multi-media company Brazilionaire Entertainment, formally known as Reality Media Studios, LLC. Brazil is also managed by Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas & Steve "Silk" Hurley (S&S Records) At age 19, he has several national credits to his name, including Editor and Co-Cinematographer for the hit music video "Watch My Feet" (directed by Morocco Vaughn) as seen on MTV/BET and mentioned in Rolling Stones Magazine, as well as Director and Editor for the nationally nominated "Chicago LP/DVD".
His next project is the highly anticipated "FootworKINGz DVD" featuring the all-star Chicago dance group; The FootworKINGz as seen on the Ellen DeGeneres Show, Rolling Stones Magazine, BET's 106 & Park, and live on tour with Madonna.
June 2008
Mark Rae New Press!!
TV One - 6pm News
TV3 – Nightline News
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LAWNCHAIR GENERALS Exclusive Mix & Interview on XM Radio's 'Red Bull On The Move' XM Channel 80
** Broadcast Date: Friday June 6
** 7:00pm EST XM Channel 80
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BRETT JOHNSON featured on Freerange Record's podcast this month
Link to
podcast @ Freerange
...coming soon The Pop Up - Cynosure Recordings - Out late June
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DJ HEATHER on tour - HOUSE OF OM TOUR - w/ DJ Colette and Andy Caldwell
June 13 - August 10
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...from Pete Moss expect an upcoming mixed compilation on GLIDESCOPE, NY!
Stay Tuned to Torque Radio on Proton in July for a featured mixed set by Pete Moss
May 2008
Brett Johnson Feature
Aesoteric Release | Phonogenic | "Caira" | Aesoteric Records (US) - Out in May
April 2008
Peter Christianson completed a mix for Pushfm.com (London) and is available via pod-cast on Itunes.
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Check out Ken Christensen's Top Ten's up at Trax Source and Stompy. Since relocating to Chicago, Ken recently opened up for Common at a benefit concert and was asked to perform his Rare Breaks sets at upcoming events with talent such as "Lupe Fiasco". Ken has always been known for being one of the very few DJ's in the US that blur the line between NY/DC Deep House and the Jazzy Funky side of Chicago and San Francisco. Look out for hot new tracks and mixes from his label Alphabet Music!
Find out more about Ken here
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Brett Johnson's hot new remix on Jake Child's Uniform Recordings is sure you keep you drippin' wet on the dancefloor. Look out for it!
Kink | "Wet" (Brett Johnson remix) | Uniform Recordings , USA
New from Aeosteric | releases from Davide Squillace aka erikOtanabE (Mini Sketch, Titbit, Ovum, Luxaflex) featuring remixes from Mark-Henning (Soma, Frankie) and Brett Johnson (Aesoteric,Classic, Freerange). Various Artists Sampler featuring Amantu Wilde , Phonogenic and Dave Barker | "Sounds From Around pt4".
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Swirl People featuring Ingrid Hakanson – Love songs
Aroma (aroma058)
Track listing:
A1. Love songs (Original club mix)
A2. Love songs (Dub mix)
B. Fake people
Belgium’s most famous house cats are back and ready for the year 2008 after releasing their successful last album ‘Swirl It Up’ with brand new material featuring the stunning vocals of Swedish native Ingrid Hakanson (who just joined the roster of apt Entertainment). The title track ‘Love Songs’ is a sublime piece of soulful house drenched into an eighties layer that makes this whole track sound very epic. People that loved her previous outing with Swirl People (‘Freak for You’; high in the playlist of several Belgian national radio stations) know exactly what the deal is with this song! Comes both in an original club mix and a dub mix that’s all about the break! Bonus track for this release is ‘Fake People’, bringing you sleazy bass lines and stabs accompanied by quirky keys, mysterious whispers and an amazing saxophone solo. In other words another Swirl People dance floor sure shot!!!
Feedback
Giom: Good to see Swirl Peepz back on track! Love this one, I play the main vocal mix and the dub!
Sarunas Karalius (RyRalio records): 10/10 excellent release !!!
Joey Youngman (fetish recordings): Loving these songs, especially "love songs" (see how i did that?), great retro vibe and that bass is straight NASTY! Once again Aroma has laced me with some dope music
Playlist: Studio Brussel, FM Brussel
Preview clip: Swirl People
Release date: April 28 2008
March 2008
Apt DJs gearing up for the annual Winter Music Conference in Miami!
Look out for apt djs showcased at various WMC events such as Amenti, Nordic Trax, Om Records, MN2S, Robsoul and more!
Full event listing CLICK HERE
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NEW FROM INLAND KNIGHTS | Chewy Mango EP | Release April 2008
...already getting dj support from Mark Farina, Laurent Garnier, Phil Weeks, DJ Heather
Inland Knights present the ‘Chewy Mango EP’. The third release from Raise Recordings, the new offshoot of the mighty Drop Music, the label that has been home to the Inland Knights for the past 10 years. To those familiar with their work it’s perhaps a slight departure from the traditional big bass-lined Midland’s house they’ve become famous for over the years, but by no means in a negative direction.
A1 Lay On Me LISTEN
A2 Where Ya At LISTEN
B1 Lay On Me (Larry Fives Remix) LISTEN
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New from Dan X!
Dirty Sole | Humboldt Park EP | Robsoul Recordings 061 (FR)
...already getting huge support from DJ Heather, Derrick Carter & Miss Honey DIjon - release date March 10 2008
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New from Brett Johnson and Aesoteric Records!
Look out for original productions from Brett Johnson as part of the Echoes tour celebrating music and art over 2 generations. Album covers feature work by well known artist, Will Johnson (Brett's father). First release due out early Spring: Brett Johnson | "Uncle Big Boy" | Aesoteric Records, USA
Brett Johnson remix available for free download here... Enjoy!
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Ken Christensen (ecb) was picked to play the Europe's Famous "Fluffy Clouds" event headlining with supporting DJ's Raoul Belmans, Kelvin K, Adam B and Tom Golden and Wes.
February 2008
LawnChair Generals - Metro - LCG Music
Available February on wax and April for download
Mister Leisure - Don't Clap Your hands - LCG Mix
Available from Uniting Souls Music (on Heathers OM CD)
MARK RAE ON TOUR | Rock This World
Yes King Records
Mark Rae has long been a figurehead of the UK music scene. From his success with Rae & Christian to starting up the former Grand Central Records and Manchester’s Fat City record shops, Mark continues to raise the bar for what audiences can expect. His latest effort, ROCK THIS WORLD, with partner, Rhys Adams (UK), was conceived in Jamaica but maintains a strong London feel. Their use of crunchy beats from Hip Hop/R&B blended with reggae roots has resulted in a truly unique album that appeals to everyone from young hip hop fans to ‘old skool’ reggae lovers. Touring from Spring 2008
* NEW FROM JDUB | Upcoming Releases
"We Just Won't Stop" - Farris wheel
"Vagabond" - Greenskeepers
"Come with Me" - Project Kids
OLIVIER DESMET ON TOUR
San Francisco Sessions Vol. 6, his latest mix for the fabled Om Records label. Desmet is a champion of the signature Om sound: melodic, sophisticated deep and funky house studded with horn stabs, soulful vocal samples and intricate, groovy percussion loops. In his DJ mixes, Desmet favors intimate-sounding records with killer bass lines that carry the hooks — the perfect thing for old-school house lovers who don't need to be hit over the head with flashy production tricks to appreciate a great track. Desmet's keen ear has served him well as the head of Amenti Music, his record label, and in his own productions and remix work, which have made their way into the record boxes of celebrated DJs including Mark Farina, Derrick Carter and DJ Sneak. Check out Desmet's sound on a number of free mixes found at OlivierDesmet.com - By Cory Casciato | westword.com
KENNY HAWKES
OUT NOW!
The Booby Trap (Exclusive on Beatport)
Booby Trap - Kenny Hawkes and David Parr
Label: Arcobaleno
Format: Single
Genre: House
There are many DJs from our shores that claim to be legends or perpetuate the myth bestowed upon them by the headline-grabbing press, but some simply have been there since dot and quietly ply their trade, short of the acclaim they deserve. Kenny Hawkes and David Parr should rightly be lauded with many of their contemporaries, but, despite sometimes slipping through the net, their skills behind the decks and desks still delight. From Hawkes’ own seminal Space night at Bar Rumba, and Parr’s own Stompa Phunk parties and label, they’re both canny veterans, and previous collaboration this year on Rekids has set the scene for a late-2007 classic in the making.
Booby Trap is an updated cut of ‘proper’ house music. While no doubt watching with amusement as each fad has come and gone over the years, the Hawkes and Parr have reached into their past for this seductive groover, and come up with something that melds both the past at the future for eight glorious minutes. Strings float over the arpeggiating synths, driving through the spine of the track, and showing that amongst all the clicks and pops of the year’s euro-centric sound, exists pure and simple house music. Arcobaleno boss and We Love… resident Serge Santiago is on remix duties, turning it into a deep, tribal-esque slab of immense proportions, adding weight and power, very much a naughties rework. A superb release. Reviewer: Guy Hornsby
January 2008
THE RURALS - featured in DJMAG January Issue!
The Rurals are set to release their new LP titled "10th Chapter" this month. The English duo of singer Marie (aka Tweek) and DJ/Producer Andy Compton have been diligently working and perfecting tracks, bringing a more harder and deeper sound with this new project, their 10th Rurals album. January issue of DJMag features the release with free CD sample! Keep your eyes and ears open for it! TOUR INFO
Shifted Music is pleased to announce that Ultra Records has signed STARTING OVER for worldwide digital release. Available for purchase on iTunes!
...Just out on Drop Music No.55, is Larry Fives -- lentil block ep. This is Laurence's first outing on Drop under his new guise and it's proving to be a big success across the board from all sorts of DJs. Includes an Inland Knights to make sure full damage is afflicted :)
Click here to listen !
freezer from larry fives drop 55 lentil block EP
...On top of Inland Knights projects, Andy has been busy with his Toka project moniker. Toka projects "coast to coast" remix of Ken Christensen's (ecb) ‘I Heart Bougie’ has been causing particular damage, having been been licenced to Mark Farina’s ‘Live In Tokyo’ CD and generally hammered by House dj’s globally. Also a Toka remix for Vernon and Decosta’s 'crazy beat’ upcoming on phobic, plus a remix for Brett Jackson’s ‘house is a home’ out on Soul Candi in the near future.
Click here to listen !
toka's coast to coast REMIX
December 2007
Olivier has once again teamed up with the funkiest man in South Korea, aka Oriental Funk Stew - this time for a 12″ single on the cool new Motion Music imprint from San Francisco. You might remember “Drunken” from DJ Heather’s “Om Summer Sessions” mix CD. Now here’s your chance to pick it up on vinyl with a tasty remix on side B courtesy of the Littlemen. The 12″ is available on promo via Primal Records, and will be available at other fine record shops worldwide in coming weeks!
More from OLIVIER DESMET... no rest for the wicked (wicked good!)
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releasing new mix on Om Records with INLAND KNIGHTS early 2008. Look out for San Francisco Sessions Vol6 !
... Fresh new look for PRIMAL RECORDS! Check out the new and improved website...
PrimalRecords.com
... New look for
Amenti Music... sleek and simple, full of exciting news from your favorite producers
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The CHICAGO LP tour ...S&S bringing you the finest in house music feat. maurice joshua, kelly g(bet), czr, terry hunter, roy davis jr., steve ‘silk’ hurley, dj skip
Tour dates available NOW featuring for this stellar line up!
INQUIRE
November 2007
The Rurals next big release coming soon! For a sweet sampling from this soulful pair check out myspace: THE RURALS
Tour launch set for 2008. Keep your ears open for more! TOUR INFO
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Always something new from Jay-J...
"STARTING OVER" - Shifted Music Label Launches
One of the original creators of the "San Francisco Sound", DJ/Producer Jay-J, has teamed up with legendary house diva, Latrice, to create this energetic, soulful anthem. STARTING OVER is not your typical love song. The track explores the pain of lost love and the excitement of a new beginning. The single includes prime-time remixes by Sweden's, Rasmus Faber. Look for the vinyl this November, exclusively distributed through Downtown 161.
Shifted Music Signs With Downtown 161 For Vinyl Distribution!
"Vinyl lovers rejoice! Downtown 161, one of the original and last few remaining dance music distributors in NYC" has teamed up with Shifted Music to distribute the label's releases. Look for all of Shifted Music's productions at Downtown304.
October 2007
* Mark Farina on Cover of Real Detroit Weekly - Interview Link
PETE MOSS “Deep Rooted” CD RELEASE on Recline Records
Pete Moss is proud announce the release of 'Deep Rooted’ on his Recline Records label - mixed by Pete Moss and featuring tracks by: Justin Martin, Soul of NYC, Joshua Iz, Pete Moss, Ethan White, Bassline Road, Jazzy Eyewear, David Alvarado and more. Available online only @ BEATPORT.COM and STOMPY.COM!
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Shifted Radio is now "Jay-J Live From..."
“Live From…” captures Jay-J’s dynamic sets direct from dancefloors across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Currently broadcast on over 50 channels via radio, satellite and Internet, ‘Live From…’ showcases what tastemakers are listening to at the world’s most infamous nightclubs. Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the Grammy® nominated DJ/Producer’s latest installment…
* New site updates for olivierdesmet.com
Olivier Desmet's website has been updated with new mixes, dj information and a fresh new look!
Check out what's new with Amenti label boss, who's set to tour Asia and Europe this month.
LawnChair Generals: AROUND THE BLOCK Tour
Seattle duo Peter Christianson and Carlos Mendoza, a.k.a LawnChair Generals have been shaping the future of House music out of their self-made studios since 2001. Along with their talent, both behind the decks and in the studio, and a little luck thrown in for good measure, LCG have simultaneously blazed their way into the crates, mix compilations, and ranks of the world’s top House DJs. ‘Around the Block’ is their long awaited compilation of all their best tracks and legendary remixes.
* LANDMARK ‘LIVE IN TOKYO’ RECORDING BY DANCE MUSIC LEGEND MARK FARINA
Recorded Live in one take, in Tokyo, Japan at the Om:Tokyo showcase in July, Mark Farina’s ‘Live In Tokyo’ is his most inspiring release to date! Get your hands on a copy today! BUY NOW
September 2007
* AMENTI BACK-CAT TO BE MIXED BY INLAND KNIGHTS
New project in the pipeline! New mix CD by Inland Knights. Its going to be a retrospective of SF's Amenti Records and will be released on OM. Also included will be a brand new IK track!! Dont forget about the upcoming IK's mix of Collette's 'if' coming out on OM also.
Raoul Belmans Swirl it Up Review - Exclaim Magazine (Toronto)
Swirl People - Swirl It Up - By Ashley Hampson
... Belmans’ record label, Aroma, has ballooned into one of the biggest house labels worldwide, while Belmans himself has gained stature as one of the world’s finest and highly respected house DJs. Swirl It Up offers a fresh sound for house music with first track “When I Think of You” featuring Chicago-based DJ Heather on vocals. The album is permeated with funk-infused bass lines, most notably on the smoothly delivered “Like to Boogie” and “Ride the Pony.” The one track that loudly stands out is the Latin spiced “To the Restaurant,” which sounds more like a Spanish For Beginners tape fused with a steady beat and spattered with keyboard. On the whole, Swirl It Up presents a score of danceable anthems and funk-ridden beats courtesy of the highly sought after Swirl People. (Aroma)
LAWNCHAIR GENERALS - WHEN I THINK - SWIRL PEOPLE REMIX - AROMA
The mighty LawnChair Generals sure have been quiet release-wise the past year but this is all about to change with this MONSTER cut being released on Belgium's esteemed Aroma imprint. "When I Think" was a big track at this year's WMC - it finally gets a proper release here after some sample clearance issues. If you're already a fan of the LCG (we here at Primal definitely are!) then you're in for a treat - this is classic LCG all the way: clever arrangement, great sound quality, and a groove to die for! Swirl People turn in a very nice remix on the flip that does some damage as well, but you just can't top the sublime original in my opinion. Killer shit, glad to see the LCGs back in the fray!
KEN ECB - I HEART BOUGIE - TOKA PROJECT REMIX - AMENTI MUSIC (TEST PRESSINGS - PRIMAL WORLD EXLCUSIVE)
Ken ECB's "I Heart Bougie" is now available for download in professionally mastered, lossless WAV format, exclusively at AMENTI MUSIC
Amenti delivering another dancefloor bomb, this time from Ken Christensen (ECB) with "I Heart Bougie". The original on side A is a peak-time party jam with Ken's trademark shuffling beats, dope instrumentation (sampled from Bougie Solitaire's legendary "Got The Bug") and ultra funky "All that jazz in Chicago" vocal drops. This one's been getting support from Mark Farina, Inland Knights, and DJ Heather who used the cut on her recent "Om Summer Sessions 2" CD. Flip over for Toka Project's "Coast To Coast" remix, a deeper affair with great percussion and one of the baddest basslines we've heard in a while. The Toka Project mix sounds BIG on a club rig, and has been licensed to Mark Farina's upcoming "Live In Tokyo" mix CD, also on Om Records. Another must-have release from the always-reliable Amenti imprint, this is set to destroy dancefoors in the coming months.
August 2007
The Slightest Touch Tour feat. Tim Fuller & Sean Dimitrie
Bombay Records Out Now
Bombay Records is excited to announce the release of its latest album ”The Slightest Touch” by Vancouver singer Tim Fuller. Produced by Sean Dimitrie, Nav Bhinder & DJ Ali; ”The Slightest Touch” showcases Fuller’s vocal abilities by visiting the many faces of house music with an infectious and universally appealing release.
Link to Sample Mix
Having recently worked with Miguel Migs on his latest release as well as Groove Armada’s upcoming album project Tim is quickly establishing himself as one of house music’s most sought after vocalists. Supporting the release of the album will be a nationwide tour to start mid-august featuring Tim Fuller and Sean Dimitrie Live along with Bombay residents Nav Bhinder & DJ Ali on the decks.
myspace.com/thedreadedsoul | myspace.com/seanvangrooverdimitrie
DJ Ken Christensen Is Set to Embark on Worldwide Tour
Toronto, ON, August 29, 2007- Internationally renowned DJ Ken Christensen is preparing for a world tour for his newest CD release on Primal Records "Under the Influence". With stops in Orlando, D.C and San Francisco confirmed for September, Asia in October, Europe in November and Australia in December with more dates yet to come, Christensen is ready to impress the world with his refreshing blend of house music. This will mark Christensen’s first tour since his departure from the hugely popular duo East Coast Boogiemen, through which he appeared in various music publications and produced a plethora of music on international labels.
Recently Ken Christensen was hospitalized with deep vein thrombosis, a serious illness common for frequent air travelers. Christensen says, “I was put on medications and not allowed to tour extensively for six months. I barely cheated death, I’m one of the 23 percent who survive. I feel like I’ve been given another chance and this time around - I want to do it right”. Ken used his "down" time well with new productions in the studio including his remix of Bougie Soliterre's "Got The Bug" (licensed to Mark Farina and DJ Heather's OM CDs) along with new originals like "Wrong Crowd" on Alphabet Music are putting feeling back into house clubs worldwide.
The deep house guru is back in action on the decks touring his exciting new CD "Under The Influence" (PRIMAL) and hopes this tour will bring more exposure to house music audiences around the globe. The first tour stop will take place September 1, 2007 at Club Firestone in Orlando and followed up with a stop in Washington D.C at Five Nightclub on September 15, 2007. Promo copies available for his new Personal CD Series: "SubDisco Vol 1" (includes music frequently played at his residency alongside LawnChair Generals' Peter Christianson).
July 2007
* Brett Johnson Launches New Podcast!
Subscribe to Brett's Podcast at myspace.com/robotkarate
Podcast Link via Garage Band
* Inland Knights launch a new label “Raise Recordings” with their first track entitled “High Rise EP”
dj heather - "The Knights keep getting better and better. Fantastic ep all round."
mark farina - Overall Feel: Excellent
joey youngman - "Love the track...Whole EP is top quality, as to be expected from IK."
myspace.com/inlandknightsdropmusic
* M8 MAGAZINE REVIEW - BRETT JOHNSON / DJ HEATHER
Brett Johnson & DJ Heather - ‘Everything’s Electric’ (DOT BLEEP)
Jackin house beats are making a comeback and leading the charge is Fabric resident and Om Records first lady; DJ Heather. Here she’s back in the studio with her old mate, Brett Johnson, to produce a deadly acid groove that never fails to ignite the crowd every time I play it! Spoken vocals (sounding suspiciously like Heather herself) playing on the electric theme over rough clickety clack snares, crackling electricity sounds and a relentless acid hook; this is contagious! M8/M8 (Tania von Pear)
June 2007
* New Live Mix from Olivier Desmet - Live from Five in Washington DC
Raoul Belmans "Swirl It Up" Tour in full swing! The Belgian house duo Swirl People (Dimitri Dewever & Raoul Belmans) is back with a follow up to their highly acclaimed albums 'Special Combo' (Aroma, 2004) and 'Hi Mom Lets Dance' (2002). Their new album 'Swirl It Up' was definitely worth the wait as critics already named it undoubtedly their best album to date, because of it bringing a fresh breath into house music.
Spring 2007
East Coast Boogiemen final tour as a DJ duo
PRIMAL RECORDS (primalrecords.com) presents Underground House Session Vol.1 "All alone in the dark with Oh Dee"
this sweeeet promo mix features tracks by Inland Knights, MIles Maeda, The Littlemen, Swirl People and more....
Lawnchair Generals Back Catalogue Available!! MP3's FOR SALE: looking for some back catalogue? LCG have started selling 320kbps .mp3's of some of their out of print tracks right from their website! Click on the LCG logo to visit the site and go to the "Discography" section and look for the "add to cart link". Currently available: The Great Escape, U Dirty, Tell You something and The Lost & Found EP. Transactions are handled via PayPal. Each download is $0.99. Or go to LCG on Myspace... what are you waiting for!
‘Illuminate’ is written and produced by San Francisco’s deep house ‘dream team’, comprising Latrice, along with DJs/producers Jay-J and Kaskade.
BRETT JOHNSON & DAVE BARKER - ON THE HIGHWAY - FRED EVERYTHING REMIXES - LAZY DAYS
The fifth offering from Fred Everything's Lazy Days imprint has arrived. As to be expected, we have an EP of pure class here from
Brett Johnson & Dave Barker. The original mix of "On The Highway" features some electro tinged vocals courtesy of Dave Barker and will
work great for those late night sets. Flip it over and we have a pair of wicked remixes from Fred. Fantastic drums, melodic chords, and a
nice groovy bassline come together for a winner of a remix. Once again, Lazy Days delivers the goods! - primal review
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Primal Records Rocks!
(and so do the T-shirts)
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DJ Heather keeping things HOT
on the Blackcherry Label...
Remixes from
East Coast Boogiemen, Lawnchair Generals
and more!
i love
DJ Heather
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