In 2005 Quincy Jointz, an established electronic-funk DJ from Germany, took over the reigns of the Lime Sorbet radio program, hosted by the now defunct Florida downtempo label Citrona Records. Under his tutelage the Lime Sorbet show has become one of the leading mixshows for downtempo, synthesized funk, and boogie sounds. Found online at citrona.net/sorbet.htm the Lime Sorbet show gives its listeners a weekly dose of latest and hottest tunes in the worlds of nu-boogie, downtempo, European hip hop, and funk-breaks. Quincy Jointz has proven himself an astute selector, expertly sifting through mountains of music to find the funkiest bits. Eighth Dimension has long been a fan of the Lime Sorbet show and Quincy Jointz' discerning musical taste so it's natural that this provides the inspiration for the labels' latest compilation: Quincy Jointz presents Lime Sorbet.

Quincy Jointz himself has had a bit of success in the funk-breaks field. Known to his friends and family as Dirk Schafer, Quincy Jointz has produced numerous releases and remixes for the likes of Eighteenth Street Lounge, Funk Weapons, Aniligital, and Timewarp Music. As a DJ he can be found laying down beats in clubs throughout Europe as well as his home base in Freiberg, Germany. This Lime Sorbet compilation not only represents the sound of Quincy Jointz' radio program but also his multi-faceted production output. From his archive of recordings Quincy Jointz presented Eighth Dimension with unreleased remixes and original tracks which formed the basis of the selection. Remixes for Basement Freaks and Omegaman as well as a couple original tracks represent Quincy Jointz in the studio within the set. Eighth Dimension answered by pulling a few unreleased gems from its own library, including Ancient Astronauts' space-tacular remix for Beef Wellington and BMF's newly uncovered rework of Pimp Daddy Nash's classic "Jump, Jive, and Wail." Rounding out the Lime Sorbet compilation are quality beat-head tracks and remixes from Quincy Jointz pals such as CMC & Silenta, Thunderball, All Good Funk Alliance, and Shantisan. 

Bringing this collection back full circle to the Lime Sorbet radio show Quincy Jointz has also provided an exquisitely crafted hour DJ mix using the songs from the compilation. This mix reveals the mixing skills of Quincy Jointz as well as the funk and fun of his DJ sets, both live in the nightclub and on the Lime Sorbet radio program. 

All in all, it's a brilliant manifesto on the state of funk and electronic beatology in the 21st century. Quincy Jointz presents Lime Sorbet … whether you're leaning back, head nodding or jazz dancing at a smokey after-hours joint this collection fits the bill.

Shantisan + Micheline Cardoso - Meninas e Meninos

Eros - "Angel Eyes"

Eros - "Sugar and Spice"

Eros - "Forces"

Eros - "Illuminate"

.
**music above streams at 128 kbps**
.
.
True story: Q-Burns Abstract Message once DJ'ed underneath a weighty chainsaw covered in disco ball mirror squares, rotating roundly with silver beams flying off its blade. Imagine such a devious device honed for dance-floor devastation, its rumble tuned to bass-bin frequencies as its saw cuts through beats and melody. But we're talking about a chainsaw wielded by beardy types, waving its mirror ball excess over sunrise-stroked beach sand. We blissfully believe this could be the sound of the "Balearic Chainsaw."

The original "Balearic Chainsaw" is an extended, beefier version of what was previously found on the "Chainsaw" single, released spring 2011 on EIGHT-TRACKS. The piano-fueled, flamenco guitar-kissed version was hidden as the last song in the single. To our surprise, friends and foes alike asked for a longer version to send resonating over the waterfront. The requests have been answered, and this new version features an added groove coda that should send your neighbors dancing into the moon beams. 

Who else could be more perfect for such flights of fancy than our long-time chum Scott Hardkiss? Coming off the brilliant Technicolor Dreamer album on his own God Within label, Scott tackled "Balearic Chainsaw" with a combination of gusto and happenstance. His mix is a rising force, solid rhythms and huggable bass lines anchoring a building swarm of piano, guitar, and cosmic, acid atmosphere. Not content with such mere musical coolness, Scott enlisted the gorgeous vocal contribution of Stevvi Alexander to further the "Balearic Chainsaw" message. Uplifting ain't the half of it

Then there's Scott's remarkable Dub variation. Wild swirls of sound take control of this special version, aided by the unexpected contribution of DJ Afro from Los Amigos Invisibles, supplying his own dueling flamenco guitar strums and riffs. Euphoric motion for the most summery of dance-floors … it's a classic Hardkiss maneuver. 

A party like this needs a proper come-down, and for our back-to-mine moment we've enlisted the reputable chops of Gazeebo, mainstay of Denver's Community Recordings. Working out an Italo/nu-disco throb, Gazeebo's slinky rendition hits all the tingle buttons, giving us a slow motion refuge that still packs a low-end punch. It's fitting and superb power-down for this "Balearic Chainsaw."

Kaskade - "This is really nice, beautiful vocal and perfect summer vibe.  Dig it."
Nick Warren - "Great mixes by Scott and the Gazeebo reprise is ace."
Anthony Pappa - "My favourite is "Gazeebo's Reprise" and l will play this out."
diskJokke - "Lovely tracks, full support."
Ric McClelland (Scope) - "A very nice package.. I'm digging the original, Hardkiss dub, and the Gazeboo Reprise."
Gavin Hardkiss (Hawke) - "F**king stellar ... these mixes will be played all summer."
Justin Harris (Freaks) - "I love Scott's dub, and the original works, too, in the right place."
Ulysses (Neurotic Drum Band) - "The Gazeebo Reprise is my favorite, but the extended original is nice, too. Spacey!"
Greg Fenton (DMC Update) - "Great set of mixes, hard to choose a favorite."
Ray Mang - "Gazeebo's got some depth! Quite like the Hardkiss Dub, too."
Will SumSuch (UrbanTorque) - "Nice package with a real sense of fun. I like it a lot. The Hardkiss dub is the one for me."
Marco Fullone (Radio Monte Carlo) - "A Balearic sound masterpiece!"
Kosmas Epsilon (Proton Radio) - "Original and Gazeebo mixes are pure bliss! Amazing songs."
Dj Nova (Rodon FM Greece) - "This is the absolute Balearic release of 2011! Es Vedra found its soundtrack this year."
Harry Avers (NOICE!) - "F**king amazing Dub by Scott.... love the guitars."
DJ Naz (Buddha Bar) - "Ah, balearic classic! Absolutely superb. I see this working super well at the beach parties this year in Ibiza."



Additional support from John Digweed, Chris Fortier, Atnarko, Benji Candelario, Kraak &amp; Smaak DJs, Johnwaynes, Graeme Park, and Moodymanc.



Available now from <A HREF=”http://www.junodownload.com/products/balearic-chainsaw-includes-exclusive-remix/1780432-02/”>Juno Download”>/A> / <A HREF="https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/388449/Balearic%20Chainsaw">Beatport</A>

Q-Burns Abstract Message - "Balearic Chainsaw (Scott Hardkiss Sueño Brooklyno Remix)" [feat. DJ Afro of Los Amigos Invisibles]

**Previews stream at 128 kbps**

After the release of Cole Medina's well-received remixes of "Innocent," Eighth Dimension&nbsp;and&nbsp;Q-Burns Abstract Message&nbsp;believed all versions of this classic tune had been tapped. Suddenly, out of nowhere, Italian DJ duo Presslaboys have taken everyone by surprise with a new pair of stunning "Innocent" versions. It seems that Presslaboys had prodded the remix parts from the hands of Q-Burns Abstract Message in an unguarded moment, stealthily concocting their version over a few months in their secret Presslab Records studio. Fellow Italian DJ Gianluca Peruzzi joined Presslaboys on the main mix which fuses the gorgeous vocals of Lisa Shaw to a wholly original music accompaniment. The music swells and rises above notably solid club rhythms delivering a house music potion suitable for consuming in big rooms and late, late nights. The dub pares down Lisa's vocal and accentuates the shimmering music-scape as some seriously tough house beats point the way to the dance floor. All of this adds up to a nice surprise from Eighth Dimension, Q-Burns Abstract Message, and Presslaboys to close out the summer while warming up select DJ sets.
Graeme Park - "This has brightened up my day no end! Wonderful." DJ Chus (Chus & Ceballos) - "Presslaboys main mix for me. I love it!" Scott Hardkiss (God Within) - "Fantastic! Beautiful! Brilliant! These remixes should really tear it up in both big fancy clubs and radical underground parties. Lisa Shaw's voice is as unique as ever. Q-Burns Abstract Message is officially now on a major roll!" Kenneth Thomas (Perfecto) - "Nice!" Redanka (Tarrentella & Redanka) - "Good mixes! Love the dub."
Available now from a target="_blank" href="http://www.beatport.com/release/innocent-presslaboys-remixes/439061">Beatport</A>, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.junodownload.com/products/innocent-presslaboys-remixes-feat-lisa-shaw/1815479-02/">Juno Download</a> and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.traxsource.com/index.php?act=show&fc=tpage&cr=titles&cv=110305">Traxsource</a>

Q-Burns Abstract Message ft. Lisa Shaw - "Innocent (Presslaboys Dub Remix)"

**Previews stream at 128 kbps**

From Rosario, Argentina descend The Candy Dealers, a dastardly duo made up of two accomplished producers in their own right: Jay West and Christian Malloni. Their individual production schedules have seen tunes grace the rosters of Salted, Amenti, So Sound, Proton, and Candy Music. When time allows, the two come together in a Rosario studio space and become the mighty Candy Dealers. Eighth Dimension was lucky enough to catch the pair in this guise, snagging a soul-filled house music stomper by the name of "Danger Zone." It's decidedly a nod to an old school sound (and, yes, a certain old school song) updated for contemporary discotheques. The Candy Dealers' usual funky beat-play anchors tremendous builds, spiraling synth leads, and a vocal line that could stop a heartbeat. With an equally effective dub the two producers have bestowed a prime time package to be unleashed on deserving dance floors throughout the globe. As an added bonus, Eighth Dimension enlisted their Italian friends Ajello to whip out a heady remix in their distinctive style. Ajello is making serious waves with top work for Rebirth, Maxi Discs, and their own Danny Was A Drag Queen imprint. Their contribution here continues to impress with a synth-tastic workout that harks back to a bygone musical era while pointing the way to the horizon. These three tracks make for an enticing song set that should send DJs perilously heading into the "Danger Zone!"

Charles Feelgood - "I was around the first time! This is great."
Graeme Park - "Ajello Remix all day long!"
DJ Gregory (FayaCombo) - "Love this!"
Djuma Soundsystem - "Awesome! Cheese as we like it! Ajello's remix is top as well."
Space Ranger - "The song referenced here was one of the breakdance tunes I used in the 80's. Nice to hear it again after so long."
Tony D'Onghia (Radio Koper-Capodistria) - "The Ajello remix is a masterclass in synth-disco brilliance. Italians do it better!"
Joey Silvero (Distant People) - "This will get the floor moving. The dub is a monster."
Jovan Gligorov (Relaxators Dance Company) - "Proper filtered house and disco-fueled dance music never gets old."
Sandro Bianchi (Ibiza Sonica) - "Love it! A classic track perfectly retouched by Ajello."

Available now from <a href="http://www.beatport.com/release/danger-zone/818918">Beatport</A>

The Candy Dealers - "Danger Zone"

The Candy Dealers - "Danger Zone (Dub)"

,
For the fourth installment of the Blue Label Series, Eighth Dimension sets its sights on the burgeoning house music scene of South Africa and an accomplished Cape Town-based DJ/producer by the name of Ryan Sullivan. With singles on various labels (including his own Gut Feel imprint) dating back to 2005, and the recent release of his debut artist album No One Will Ever Know (on Triplefire Music), Ryan Sullivan is certainly no stranger to the recording studio or DJ's playlists. He approached Eighth Dimension with a pair of tough, polished house music tracks that exhibited a unique mix of rhythmic ingenuity and melodic know-how, immediately grabbing the label's interest. The two tracks, leading off this latest Blue Label Series release, are "MDH" and "The Chase." 
 
"MDH"'s opening four-on-the-floor kick drum may seem to signal standard house fare, but the cut quickly opens to a more intriguing tone. Warm, scintillating key pads driven by a reservedly funky bass guitar create a floor-pleasing and hypnotic deep house groove. An echoed, percussive synth line lays out an infectious melody countered by a subtle, but enticing guitar riff. It's quite masterful how Ryan Sullivan pieced this one together, and his clear, reverb-tinged production assures a huge, wide sound over club systems. This first track is craftily complimented by "The Chase" which is a building drum work-out featuring intricate percussion over a booming kick. Fuzzy staccato pads increase in volume as the track plays and an eerie bell-like melody chimes overhead. At times things get quite explosive and the synths filter upwards in intensity while still maintaining rhythmic bounce. This one really captured Blue Label Series curator Q-Burns Abstract Message's attention and has been a major highlight of his recent sets. "The Chase" has been remixed by renowned Brooklyn-based producer Jaymz Nylon (Nylon Trax) who lent his signature afro-tech fingerprint to the sound. In an ambitious turn, Jaymz also supplied a new spoken vocal part (accented by his rhythmic chant of "chase … chase …") turning the song into a broken beat-ish reflection on chasing "the illusion of a brighter light." Swirling keyboard pads and sustained bass notes give extra 'oomph' to the cut, kept intact in Jaymz's accompanying, pared-down Dub version. Up-and-coming Orlando producer Stereo 77 is also on hand for his own version of "The Chase," focusing on the percussion of the track while bringing the tempo slightly down to that of a tropical tribal dance. Synth sounds and ghostly echoes fly through the sonic field, imagining a careful trespass through the rainforest by torch-light. "MDH" is also revisited with Toronto's Iron Horse supplying a sweeping, otherworldly remix. Iron Horse is Marc de Breyne, releasing tracks for his own Pawn Shop Records imprint as well as remixes for a host of others. His version of "MDH" is nearly ten minutes of cosmic bliss, bubbling with spacey synths, ramshackle percussion, ascending layers of bass, and faraway hints of melody and vocal. Iron Horse also treats us to a Drum Mix, which, as you might guess, is a variation that focuses on the thick blanket of percussion that permeates his remix. It's a wild mixing tool for adventurous DJs, closing out Ryan Sullivan's varied and energetic contribution to Eighth Dimension's Blue Label Series.
Pezzner - “The original version of ‘The Chase’ and Iron Horse's Drums Mix of ‘MDH’ are definitely going to get club plays from me. Haven't heard stuff this good in a while.” Tony Humphries - “Different shades of solid deep house music! Full support.” Glenn Underground - “Very dope and I can move a crowd with the beats alone. Pure hotness.” Brothers' Vibe - “Love this release!! Outstanding mixes, great package!” DJ Rocca (Ajello) - “Iron Horse’s Drum Mix of ‘MDH’ is fantastic.” Daz-I-Kue (Bugz In the Attic) - “I really like the percussive deepness of ‘The Chase (Stereo 77 Ricanstruction Mix)’.” Makossa &amp; Megablast - “Excellent. Killer original version of ‘The Chase’ as well as the Jaymz Nylon mixes. Will definitely play.” Hippie Torrales - “Truly interesting grooves and catchy melodies.” Jota Wagner (Lunatic Jazz) - “Top stuff. Great remixes but original ‘MDH’ is the best of the pack. Super!” Will SumSuch - “Fantastic, atmospheric, moody originals, showing some proper production chops. Remixes are all great, too.” Available now from <A HREF="http://www.beatport.com/release/mdh-the-chase/840790" target="_blank">Beatport</A>.

Ryan Sullivan - "The Chase"

Ryan Sullivan - "The Chase (Jaymz Nylon Remix)"

Ryan Sullivan - "MDH (Iron Horse Remix)"

Ryan Sullivan - "The Chase (Stereo 77 Ricanstruction)

Ryan Sullivan - "The Chase (Jaymz Nylon Dub)"

Ryan Sullivan - "MDH (Iron Horse's Drums Mix)"

SInce 1995 Eighth Dimension has been releasing singles and albums by a diverse crop of electronic artists such as Q-Burns Abstract Message, Hawke (Gavin Hardkiss), Beef Wellington, and Pimp Daddy Nash.
 
 Eighth Dimension also handles DJ, press, and radio promotion for the labels Funk Weapons, EIGHT-TRACKS, Chillin Music, Onethirty Recordings, and Tarantic. Please contact us if you're in need of a dedicated & economical promotions team for your label or release. 
 
 We also publish music via Eighth Dimension Publishing (BMI) and successfully represent many musicians, labels, and composers for film/TV/media synchronization. Again, please contact us if you're interested in our services.

Popular tracks by 8DSync / Eighth Dimension