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Artist: Marcus Watkins 
Track: Soul Revival
Release Title: Perpetual Gruv EP
Label:  People of the Light (POTL)
Release Date:  12-Jun-25
Buy: https://li.sten.to/potl017

People of the Light unveil Perpetual Gruv EP, a record that marks a faithful return to the labels deep house roots, an offering of 7 tracks of absolute heat that marks Marcus Watkins' debut on the label. Hailing from Chicago’s rich lineage of dance music innovation, Watkins crafts three original cuts in Club Detroit, Soul Revival, and When I Fly Towards You. A trio that pulse's with a timeless blend of groove and soul. With warm chords, hypnotic bass, keys that keep you moving and reverent nods to the legends before him, Watkins packages his deeper sound into a truly contemporary narrative.

One of the hallmarks of a POTL release is often the remixes and the package as a whole, this time we have Myles Sergé adding depth to the package, the ever-elusive artist steps up with his Naked Parts Remix of Soul Revival, distilling it into a stripped-back, darker meditation that cuts straight to the floor. Label boss Jay Hill brings her own flavour with her distinct D’Lite version of Club Detroit: a deep-rolling extended reworking for late-night escapades, with Jay's uniquely chunky groove. Altogether, Perpetual Gruv EP embodies a return to foundational sounds for the label, always pushing fresh sounds inspired by the roots of everything they love.

Marcus Watkins | @marcus-watkins
People of The Light Records | @wearepotl

PREMIERE: Marcus Watkins - Soul Revival [People of the Light]

From the vibrant heart of Rio de Janeiro emerges ALEH, a singer and multi-instrumentalist whose growing reputation has seen him closer with titans of the Brazilian music scene, including: Cassiano, Banda Black Rio, Sandra De Sa, and Seu Jorge. With a discography already boasting singles that have graced national television, ALEH is no stranger to success. His recent foray into London's studio scene, partnering with producers Juan Laya and Jorge Montiel, has proven to be a fertile ground for innovation, merging his distinct Brazilian vision with their production expertise.

The fruits of these collaborations are vividly showcased in their latest single, "Musa." This release offers a fascinating duality. The original version is a masterclass in fusion, a West Coast-infused Disco Funk sound that's seamlessly blended with a distinctly Brazilian flair. It conjures an intriguing sonic image, as if Marcos Valle were to jam with P-Funkadelic – a bold and exciting combination that's both familiar and refreshingly new.

The alternative version of "Musa" delves into a different, yet equally compelling, sonic landscape. Here, ALEH and his collaborators explore the deeper spectrum of Afro/Brazilian/Electronica. With hints of a "Favela Funk" sensibility, the track is elevated by a jazzy sophistication and an array of brilliant processing. It's a testament to the three artists' ability to push boundaries and create something truly unique.

"Musa" is a powerful testament to ALEH's, Juan & Jorge's artistic growth and their willingness to experiment. The "bipolar" nature of the release isn't a flaw, but rather a strength, showcasing the versatility of ALEH's talent and the exciting potential of his collaborations with Laya and Montiel. This is music that speaks to both the rich heritage of Brazilian sounds and the exciting possibilities of global electronic music.

Credits:

Aleh: Vocals, Guitar & Additional Percussion

Milt Mavrakakis: Synth Bass (original version), keys & lead synth

Juan Laya: Drums & Percussion

Jorge Montiel: Additional programming

Produced by Juan Laya & Jorge Montiel

Musa (Mix 2 Instrumental) - Jorge Montiel & Juan Laya Feat. ALEH (Out 18th July)

"Kojak Giant Sounds return to the fold for 2018!! You know the drill..."

- Phonica Records

"Dope psychedelic, tropical, disco banger from Mikeburns on the interesting and excellent Kojak Giant Sounds label."

- Mr Bongo

It seems like aaaaages since there's been a Kojak Giant Sounds - I would use the Google and find out just how long if I wasn't too busy shaking all my shit to the shoulder rolling Afro-cosmic of "Kamassa Trip". That's right folks, Mike Burns' A-side smasher here is a fully fledged floor filler in pure Baldelli/Loda fashion. Drums clatter and batter, the bassline rolls on and on and funky pianos add a touch of disco flair, keeping us thrusting away to the MASSIVE vocal chant. Expertly arranged, extended into chest beating intensity and decorated with all sorts of tripped out fx, this one's coming home with me! Over on the flip, Stockholm's Beatconductor dishes out the Red Stripe and Panama Red with the squelchy, stretched and spangled "Sunshine Life", a seriously summery cod-reggae cut for all the disco drunkards.

- Piccadilly Records

"名ディスコ・エディターが放つ必携のフロア・ウェポン!!

Al Kent、Kool DJ Dust、NicholasらもリリースするDJ Ionik主宰のディスコエディット・レーベル"Kojak Giant"から!

"Disco Devil"からリリースしているMike Burnsと、Les Moonlights、Carré D'As、Nigro Frèresの一員として、70～80'sにリリースしていたAntonio NigroによるUtopiaが残した"Shineshine Life"を、"G.A.M.M."、"Spicy"、"Kat"などからリリースするスウェーデンのエディターBeatconductorがリミックスしたBサイドを収録!"

- Jet Set

"AL KENTやEBONY CUTS、KOOL DJ DUSTやPAT LES STACHEらリエディットの名士たちがリリースしてきた、フィンランド〈TRAVELLER〉傘下のエディット・スペシャリティ〈KOJAK GIANT SOUNDS〉からの久々となる新作、前作も１度きりの入荷だったのであきらめていましたが、インフォメーションから１カ月ほどおくれてストックできました。
〈DISCO DEVIL〉や〈PHÖNIX PROJECT〉からリリースしていた、ウィーンで名を馳せる屈指ののアフロ・ディガー・MIKE BURNSによる必殺リエディット”Kamassa Trip”(sample1)と、〈G.A.M.M.〉や〈KAT〉、〈SPICY〉などから多くの名義で活動してきたストックホルムのベテラン・BEATCONDUCTORによる、スペースドアウトなダブ・エディット"Sunshine Life (Beatconductor Dub)"(sample2)の、強力カップリングです!"

- Newtone Records

Mike Burns - "Kamassa Trip"

Basel collective @almanegramusic deliver a rolling afro house number inspired by the Carnival celebrations on the Cape Verdean island of Santiago. Out now on @sofrito. 

Read more: http://www.stampthewax.com/2016/02/22/premiere-alma-negra-ramboia/
Listen on Youtube: http://bit.ly/ramboia
Buy: 
http://shop.sofrito.co.uk/product/super-single-alma-negra-the-tabanka-ep

Alma Negra - Ramboia (STW Premiere)

Digger's Workouts, Part 3 is the final release in the series and continues where the first two volumes left us but that's not all, included is also a remix by the hot duo Rainer Trueby & Corrado Bucci present TRUCCY.
Another essential release in the Basic Fingers catalogue.

A1. Alma Negra - Burkina Berlin

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Nico Sun is all about journeying. Since his debut «Caravan» came out on Arche in 2014, Nico traveled through many different aural and geographical landscapes. «Varak», his mighty return to Arche pictures this musical journey in a very extensive way - drone layers are floating on a dark ambient mood, evolving into sloppy rhythms. Guitar riffs are narrating stories from both past and future before transforming into a trippy, electronical body of sound, clearly implying that this caravan is not to be stopped anytime soon.

Remixes from Khidja and Rodion pick certain moods of the original, expanding its area of effect into an early/late morning rave with experimental components.

Farewell, journeymen!

Buy on Bandcamp

Nico Sun - Varak (Khidja Remix)

a preview of our first single of the upcoming LP "The Haunted House of House".  enjoy!

vinyl release: Februray 27th 2012

Release info:

Session Victim can do no wrong in our eyes.  Not only do they run an absolutely brilliant vinyl-only label known as Retreat with the help of fellow Berliner Quarion.  They play an amazing live set which has seen recent fans at London’s Corsica Studios get so worked up they were crowd-surfing.  Not only were they responsible for last years’ underground hit Good Intentions  which is so good it had Move D in tears as he closed a festival set with it last summer. On top of all this they’re the nicest and most hardworking couple of chaps you ever did meet.  In short, we’re very proud and happy to be presenting their debut LP The Haunted House Of House on our humble label.

As with our last LP from the mighty 6th Borough Project, we have made the LP available as both a triple pack vinyl as well as being split across three individually available 12” vinyl and digital singles.  What you have here is The Haunted House Of House Part One containing four tracks of deep, warm, raw house music that leans heavily on a cut and paste sample ethic but crafted with such an attention to detail that the end result is musical, cinematic in places and just too damn funky!  Haunted House dives straight in with an uptempo jam with a heavy disco groove and compressed pads laced with subtle arpeggiating acid lines. Next up is the more laid back yet still seriously head-nodding vibe of Alpine Glow on which the SV boys even manage to make a cut-up Mark King-esque slap bass sample sound good!

Flip over for Dark Sienna, nudging things back into looped up deep-disco territory with a lovely mid-tempo rolling groove driven along by open hats and a square wave bassline.  And finally we have the spellbinding Flying Visit to leave us on a total high.  Coming on like some long-lost Nightmares On Wax classic, we are treated to a gentle Balearic beauty which should leave you in no doubt that you’re in capable hands with Session Victim at the helm, and hopefully eager for your next fix on the soon come Haunted House Of House Part Two.


Session Victim - B1. Dark Sienna - DOG23

Premiere: Koichi Sakai & Afla Sackey - Atenteben Blues

Back on board "Too Slow To Disco" Yacht Disco Edits for a third cruise alongside a very cool crew of producers. For the occasion, here's my rework of a French 70s hippie folk anthem from Valérie Lagrange.

Full compilation here: https://tstdedits-djsupermarkt.bandcamp.com/album/too-slow-to-disco-yacht-disco-edits-vol-3a-bandcamp-only

Get it here

Vibes4YourSoul – Si Ma Chanson Pouvait

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