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Added on the 2002-11-04
Artist: Blaze
Title: A Moment in Time (Part 1)
Label: Shelter
Format: 12
Review:


The New Jersey duet 'BLAZE' is at it again and as always never fails to deliver! 'So thankful' is a blissful excursion that features the amazing and soothing vocals of Alexander Hope (Aka Josh Milan). The B-side’s journey ‘Change’ with its warped synth sounds is without a doubt a track to be played in the early hours of the day when the sheer power of the music is the only thing keeping the exhausted dancers on their feet. DEEP!

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Reviewed by G.
 
Added on the 2002-08-29
Artist: Dj Cam
Title: SoulShine
Label: Columbia
Format: Cd
Review:

The Parisian Dj Cam delivers here a very organic album and takes a big step away from his early electronic productions. Soulshine features a number of collaborations with a rather eclectic panel of guests ranging from pop singer Angunn, Funk veteran Cameo, Donnie and New York rapper Afu Ra. The album also features a large variety of peaceful down-tempo instrumentals and blissful interludes. The album opens with the very sensual ‘Summer in Paris’ and mellow soulful grooves are maintained throughout. Soulshine it is indeed!

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Reviewed by G.
 
Added on the 2002-11-11
Artist: Frederic Galliano & the African Divas
Title: Alla Cassi Magni
Label: F Communications
Format: 12
Review:

An extract from Frederic Galliano's latest offering. The new album entitled 'Frederic Galliano & the African Divas', is the result of four years of travels throughout West Africa, during which the French producer met and recorded with over 50 singers and musicians from areas such as Senegal, Niger, the Ivory Coast and Mali. Both the dub and the club mix of 'Alla Cassi Magni' are aimed at the dancefloor, imagine some African chants laid over a Maurizio-like groove: AF'RAW!

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Reviewed by G.
 
Added on the 2002-12-05
Artist: Jazzy Jeff Feat. Erro
Title: Rock with U
Label: BBE
Format: 12
Review:

The Yoruba Soul Mix and the Yoruba Soul Dub of 'Rock with U' are both two rockets that are bound to cause great havok on the dancefloors worldwide! The Yoruba Dub certainly stands out and will certainly be responsible for most of the damage! The flip-side has two mixes of 'Love of Da Games': two fine slices of Philly-Influenced Hip-Hop. Rock with U I will!

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Reviewed by G.
 
Added on the 2002-08-23
Artist: Kenny Bobien
Title: Reality
Label: Sfere
Format: 12
Review:

Kenny is back with one of his heart-breaking tunes featuring 4 different mixes by Kerri Chandler & Dennis F. Go straight to the "KC's dirty truth mix" : deeper than deep keyboards over a truly irresistible bassline. ABSOLUTELY BLINDING!

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Reviewed by Arnaud.
 
Added on the 2002-11-04
Artist: Tortured Soul & Dj Spinna
Title: Fall In Love
Label: Central Park
Format: 12
Review:

Dj Spinna and Tortured Soul deliver here a soulful Gem! Another collaboration with Christian Urich of Cooly's Hot Box for Spinna and again a winner! ‘Fall in Love’ is sensual, soulful and the plaintive male vocals are truly haunting.

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Reviewed by G.
 
Added on the 2002-11-04
Artist: Tyrone Francis & Quentin Harris
Title: Too Hot/Sincere
Label: SpaceKat Records
Format: 12
Review:

'Sincere' is the cut that deserves your attention, with its R’n’B-ish feel and smooth vocals, ‘Sincere’ is reminiscent to some of the latest Central Park releases. Tyrone Francis proves here that he’s not only a very talented dj but can also cut it as a producer. Essential for those who are willing to go DEEPER!

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Reviewed by G.
 
Added on the 2002-08-20
Artist: Zap Mama
Title: Crazy life
Label: Shelter Records
Format: 12
Review:

Another track with 'SHELTER' written all over it! It would be a waste of time to try and describe how good this is!!! The Shelter 'Anthem' mix is the one!

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Reviewed by G.