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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!)
... 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

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

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.

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.

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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.
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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).

* 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."

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* 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)

* 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.

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

Primal Interview featuring RAOUL BELMANS BONUS! Inland Knights interview follows

Primal Interview featuring RAOUL BELMANS
BONUS! Inland Knights interview follows