TRACKS…MIXES…COMPILATIONS
“ROUGE” u Wankelmut u Universal On this almost criminally catchy, deep-house tune sung completely in French, German producer Wankelmut offers up some serious earworm material. Just try to get that hook out of your head. – Jim Tremayne “FOUND YOU” u Lee Freeman feat. Vernon Lewis u Find Yourself Lee Freeman
Wankelmut
Sheffield lad Freeman brings us a fabulous vocal-house stomper. With its funky bassline that just builds and builds and a superb, uplifting vocal by Lewis, this track also flexes a classy piano hook and a brilliant brass section. This one’s definitely staying in my box.
– Tommy D Funk “EVERYBODY’S FREE (TO FEEL GOOD)”
u Piero Pirupa u Spinnin’ Deep
Dispensing with its original, pumping groove, the Italian DJ/producer adds breakbeats to Rozalla’s soaring, early ’90s rave anthem – simple, but effective. As you might expect, it’s hummable as ever.
– Jim Tremayne “COME TO ME” u Luis Machuca feat. Michelle Ross u Frisky Beat Piero Pirupa
Luis Machuca
With its melodic keys, jazzy saxophone and bass-heavy groove, this deephouse cut really delivers. If you’re seeking for an underground-afterhours feel, look no further – lovely! And don’t sleep on the “Deep Mix.”
– Tommy D Funk “SEVEN NATION ARMY” (THE GLITCH MOB REMIX)
u The White Stripes u Third Man Stop me, if you’ve heard this one before – it’s a decade-old remix. But Jack White’s label has made it official for proper release, so have at it. The iconic riff is remade with squelchy electronic flavor and the tune never completely muddies its crowd-pleasing power. – Jim Tremayne “OPEN SENSES” u Mr. Bootsauce u Viva This deep-house winner brings a smooth vibe, but with percolating bass and massive breakdowns. Turn off the dancefloor lights, this one’s a proper mover-and-groover. Very nice. – Tommy D Funk
The Glitch Mob
“GOLDEN” u Claptone feat. Two Another u Different Recordings A slight departure for the masked man, let’s say. A well-sung, catchy tune – very R&B/pop with requisite electronic undulation. It could well probably be a hit, but… let’s hear the remixes. – Jim Tremayne
u KTGeorge u MoodyHouse Boasting blasting basslines and garage-inspired vocals, “Foolish” rocks deep-and-dirty beats – and check those skittering hi-hats and the rolling Rhodes keys. On the flip, “Come Close” is a more uplifting affair with a scintillating build/drop combo. Tight. – Tommy D Funk
“FOOLISH” EP
KTGeorge
“TIME FOR LOVE” u Omson u All Night Long If you like chunky and deep-filtered disco-house, check out this monster. With its uplifting female vocal, this one will set your dancefloor afire. – Tommy D Funk
Claptone
Omson
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“DEEP IN LOVE” u The Strange Content u Nylon Trax The original mix slinks along with a hip-shaking house groove and a husky female vocal. But if you’re an Afro-house fan, check “Jaymz Nylon AfroTech ReShape Part 1” for a much deeper experience – sleek and soulful. – Tommy D Funk
