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From the forthcoming REMIXED WITH LOVE album on ZR. Including JN remixes of tracks by Patrice Rushen, Mass Production, Narada Micheal Walden, TW Funkmasters, Karen Young and more. Due out later this year on vinyl and cd

Kleeer - Tonight's The Night (Good Time) (Joey Negro Tonight It's Partytime Mix)

The Sunburst Band return with more beautiful music to warm your soul, whilst also putting put an ice pack in your undies.

Lots of peeps have been waiting for the release of "Only Time Tell", which features Angela Johnson’s wonderful voice. This jazzy, Latin tinged and unashamedly musical dance cut shows that soulful house music can still sound fresh and unclichéd. 

"Face The Fire" is collaboration with the fabulous Rebirth. The original Revival Mix has an 80s soul boogie flavour. While Rainer Truby & Marlow take things in a more 4/4 direction, they retain the original musicality be it with more deep, techy sensibilities. 

DJ Reactions:

DJ Spinna - This whole pack feels great!
Danny Krivit - Nice mix, Love Angela's voice...
Tony Humphries - Slammin' new songs and tracks from Sunburst Band!
Robert Owens - Great tune and mixes
Jazz FM, All killer, no filler, a great release
Johnny Fiasco - ROCK SOLID!
Richard Earnshaw - Proper stuff!!
Paul Trouble Anderson - Troubsolutly
Hed Kandi - Absolutely bang on. Love OTWT and the Truby mix of Face the fire
Reel People - Very cool mixes
Justin Winks - This oozes quality... A quality always associated with Z Records. Revival Mix kills it
Shur-i-kan - Great stuff
Giom - Very nice. Good stuff


The Sunburst Band - Only Time Will Tell (Joey Negro City Connection Mix)

THE TRAMMPS "COME TOGETHER" Joey Negro PHILADELPHIA DUB EXCURSION

Local Sydney DJ/Producer, JR.DYNAMITE, has been bringing his special flavour filled music to welcoming ears for over 19 years.
Known worldwide for his eclectic taste he has toured through Mexico, Brasil, England, Germany, Italy, Thailand and New Zealand, supported Major Lazer, Coldplay, Mark Ronson, Rudimental, Art vs Science, Hilltop Hoods, The Presets and Ed Sheeren, with Funk Ferret (NZ) exclaiming 'that boy is a total pro at getting the dancefloor pumping'.

For more tasty treats follow him at

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Brazilian Rappers Delight (JR.Dynamite Edits)

Available to buy now on Double CD from - http://www.zrecords.ltd.uk

Following on from the likes of “Backstreet Brit Funk”, “Destination Boogie” and the ever-popular Soul of Disco series Z Records continue to release hi quality compilations filled with lesser known disco, funk and boogie.

Now ZR launches a new compilation series named Under The Influence. The story behind UTI is this, being a seasoned record collector Z label boss Dave Lee (Joey Negro) has made the acquaintance of many of the worlds other vinyl junkies. People that may be unknown to the general public but are hardcore enthusiasts who have built some of the best collections of soul, funk and disco on the planet. The idea of UTI isn't about big name djs but is to give a musical platform to those who have the knowledge to put together a track listing of killer tunes. Volume 1 has been compiled by DJ Red Greg aka Darren Griffiths, a familiar face across the world at record fairs and second hand vinyl stores...as well as a dj putting on his own Ebonite nights in Dalston (and playing in parties in the UK as well as Paris and NYC) .

For the record, we at Z aren't interested in re-issuing collectors obscurities, average records that are best left as rare vinyl only pieces, we only want re-vitalise great music that has stood the test of time. When Darren sent us in the CDs of his proposed track listing we were blown away by the high standard of his selection. Unlike many re-issue comps we doubt there will be anyone who picks up this CD and looks through the track list and has the all the songs contained. This selection is the result of years of digging, buying records on a hunch, acquiring a few turkeys to find the gems. Check his sleeve notes out for some detailed analysis and history.

As always with Z Records, we've spent time and money to make the masters sound as good as possible so if you're a fan of compilations from BBE or Dimitri From Paris and our own Soul of Disco CD’s then this new series will not disappoint.


Under The Influence Vol.1 compiled by DJ Red Greg - Sampler

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100% dancefloor-boogie tune with that classic Dynamite touch for your aural pleasure.. Enjoy x

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JR.Dynamite Edits

So What (JR.Dynamite's Dancefloor Edit)

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That's Not An Edit Vol.5

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Baby (JR.Dynamite's Do It Edit)

Aleem's classic featuring Caliber, Leroy Burgess and Luther Vandross gets a respectful re-rub. The original has a few 6-bar sections that can make mixing it a little tricky so I've brought them back to a traditional 8 bars, which may be sacrilege to some!

Dayglow Edits Vol. 1

A l e e m - H o o k e d  O n  Y o u r  L o v e (Don Dayglow Edit)

Full album download at: thatsnotanedit.bandcamp.com/album/thats…-edit-vol-6

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Local Sydney DJ/Producer, JR.DYNAMITE, has been bringing his special flavour filled, filtered DISCO, ballin' SOUL, flarn flarn filthy FUNK, nostalgic HIPHOP, rootsy REGGAE and Latin BOOGALOO to welcoming ears for over 19 years.

Over the past few years he has burst onto the re-edit/production scene locally and internationally scoring a 7" release on popular indi funk label, Wah Wah (UK), which hit top 10 in the digital Hypem internet charts. Amassing a large, devoted group of followers, whom await eagerly for their regular hit of aural pleasure.

With this recent success, he has toured through Mexico, Brasil, England, Germany, Italy, Thailand and New Zealand, supported Major Lazer, Coldplay, Rudimental, Art vs Science, The Presets and Ed Sheeren, with Funk Ferret (NZ) exclaiming 'that boy is a total pro at getting the dancefloor pumping'.

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That's Not An Edit Vol.6

The Night For Love (JR.Dynamite Edits)

Order:

http://www.zrecords.ltd.uk/new-releases

https://www.beatport.com/release/prospect-park-till-you-surrender-dj-fudge-disco-mix/2128191

https://www.traxsource.com/track/4798729/till-you-surrender-dj-fudge-disco-mix

Dave Lee’s cover of Rainbow Brown’s “Till You Surrender” was originally released on ZR in the mid 90s and it featured one of Taka Boom’s strongest vocal performances. 

The song has been ear marked for re-release for some time and now we give you a stonking new disco house re-work from DJ Fudge. 

Written By Patrick Adams (Inner Life, Musique and many other disco classics) “Till You Surrender” is super anthemic and combined with Fudge’s classy but energetic string heavy mix it’s a sure-fire dancefloor winner that's perfect for the current disco revival.

DJ Reactions:

Dr Packer - This one will be in my sets for a long time !!!!! Top work all around
The Reflex - Killer, such a great vocal from Taka Boom
Opolopo - Smokin' disco stomper!
Danny Rampling - Wonderful disco, excellent
Luke Howard (HMD) - Great version of a great cover of a great anthem!
Sam Divine - Nice disco vibe
Paul Trouble Anderson - Kool work
5 Mag - Big tune, great for closing out a set!
Jeannie Hopper - WOW! Gorgeous, lush and super Disco-fied!
Mi Soul - BIGness! Boogie badness!
Julius Papp - Instant classic!
David Harness - DJ Fudge Disco Mix is where it's at!!!
Tedd Patterson - Wow! I remember the original of this. Fudge is always on point
Faze Action - Excellent remake of the Disco classic
Reel People - Dope!
Malachi - Feeling this, will go in my sets very well :)

ZR SHOP

Prospect Park - Till You Surrender (DJ Fudge Disco Mix)

My Best Shot (Cuz Electric Edit) - 16bit Master

Delegation - Where Is The Love (Funkdamento Remix)

I'm Just To Shy (Funkdamento Remix)

Narada Michael Walden - Tonight (I'm Alright) (Joey Negro Spirit of '79 Mix)

The first single from the new Sunburst Band album 'The Secret Life of Us' is 
out very soon, watch this space for news...

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The Sunburst Band - In The Thick of It CLIP

Available now from: http://www.zrecords.ltd.uk

As the sun-drenched months descend upon us, Joey Negro &amp; The Sunburst Band unleash their highly anticipated 4th studio album titled ‘The Secret Life Of Us’ on Z Records. Packed with Sunburst signature sounds - a lush cross pollinating hot soul, jazz, funk, electro-boogie and disco dazzlers, ‘The Secret Life Of Us’ is their most exciting adventure into modern soulful music yet! Who could resist the catchy Chic style disco of the title track with its story of an illicit affair or the witty, “this woman wears the trousers”, 2 step boogie 'My Way'.

 

Things get jazzier on the moody electro 'Jazz The DMX' with Blue Note piano and dubby weirdness, while the rolling down tempo pimp groove of 'Opus de Soul' has beautiful lush live strings that even Barry White might be proud of. Even echoes of the Doobie Brothers resonate through 'Caught In The Moment'. The album also features their glimmering disco-tinged outing, 'In The Thick Of It’, which hit the Traxsource No.1 spot in just 4 days of release! What is common throughout ‘The Secret Life Of Us’ is the attention to detail and labour of love that's gone into crafting this wonderful collection of fantastic songs, all performed by a truly heavyweight collective of talent!

"Making a Sunburst Band album can be bit of a slog, be it a mainly pleasant slog. All those days and nights spent sweating heavily over the mixing desk take their toll on even the best-made pair of disco underpants ;-). As cheesy as it may sound I'm doing this because I love it and I want to put the musicality and craftsmanship from the music I grew up with into The Sunburst Band" - Joey Negro

‘The Secret Life Of Us’ features band members who regularly play live around the world headed by singers Pete Simpson and Donna Gardier. The nucleus of Tony Remy (guitar), Julian Crampton (bass) and Frank Tontoh (drums) are also joined by a selection of vocal stars from the soulful scene including Angela Johnson, Noelle Scaggs, Darien and Vivienne McKone. Combine this standard of musicianship with strong songs and Dave's sharp arrangements and you've got a potent brew both in the studio and on the live stage. Joey co-wrote most of the songs with Diane Charlemagne, who many will know from Goldie's ‘Inner City Life’. “Diane is super talented and writes with wit and intelligence”, says Joey. Diane also performs vocals on ‘My Way’, 'Definition of Love' and the album title track with Donna Gardier. 

“Normally I start writing a song with keys and vocals, until I'm totally happy with the melodic structure and lyrics. Once I'm sure it's up to scratch I get the band in and always make sure I record a performance - that's crucial. I want the playing to intensify and go somewhere but without loosing the groove" - Joey Negro

Joey Negro and The Sunburst Band - The Secret Life of Us (Album Clips)

Available now from:

Z Records: http://www.zrecords.ltd.uk/new-releases

Beatport: http://www.beatport.com/release/joey-negro-and-the-sunburst-band-feat-noelle-scaggs-take-it-to-the-top-andreas-saag-remixes/959677

Traxsource: http://www.traxsource.com/index.php?act=show&amp;fc=tpage&amp;cr=titles&amp;cv=178066


The general consensus has been that "The Secret Life of Us" CD is the strongest album yet from Joey Negro's Sunburst Band. Recently managing to top the Solar Sweet Rhythms chart, Starpoint Soul Chart, Amazon Dance chart, now we start to see some of the cuts in extended remixed form. 

The brassy disco funk jam "Dialed Up" gets an extended beefed up treatment from Joey Negro. As always with Sunburst tunes the instrumentation is top notch, while Noelle Scaggs vocals ride beautifully over the top. 

For those who like things a bit more electronic Andreas Saag delivers a brilliant remix that retains the jazziness of the original but underpinned by a crazy syncopated bassline. 


Dimitri From Paris - Always top notch production
Lovebirds - Saag remix is huge!!
Deetron - Andreas never let's us down, great remix!!
CJ Mackintosh - Joey Mix for me...lovely!
Danny Krivit - Great remix
Ralf GUM - Nice remix and good original. Will play for sure
Glenn Underground - This is major, especially the Joey Negro Extended Mix
Richard Earnshaw - Just love getting this vibe in the inbox!! Lovely stuff!
Leftside Wobble - Love the original and Andreas Saag's remix brings just enough twisted electronic funk
Jazz FM - 2 top notch remixes, Andreas has a slight advantage from these ears, lovin the broken jazzy disco vibes
Graeme Park - Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, YES!
DJ Jeroenski - Wicked stuff indeed...!
David Scally - A summer smash... Loving the Joey Ext funk!!! Andreas has more four to the floor appeal. Two cracking mixes
Jask - This is very nice. both mixes:)
Shur-i-kan - Great Saag mix!
Rocky - Lovely. Saag mix is the one
Soulmagic - Both the Extended and the Andreas Saag remix works for us
Hernan Cattaneo - Excellent stuff
Roog - Great stuff!
Casio Social Club - Yet more wonderfullness from the Z camp
Bill Brewster - JN mix very jazz funk, nice early 80s Rhodes work, like it
Martin Ikin - Both mixes are great, love the vibe on the saag remix
Sean McCabe - Sublime remix by Andreas Saag! Both tracks are smokin hott!!!
Alex Niggemann - Nice music, as always. Big thx.
Fred Everything - I'm a big fan of Andreas Saag and I love everything in his remix
Matt Bandy - Niceness....
Gregor Salto - Joey is boss! I wish people were more open to that sounds nowadays
Kiko Navarro - Very nice musical arrangements on Andreas Saag remix plus a super funky extended from the man


The Sunburst Band feat. Noelle Scaggs - Dialed Up (Andreas Saag and Joey Negro Remixes)

Available now from:

http://www.zrecords.ltd.uk

http://www.traxsource.com/index.php?act=show&amp;fc=tpage&amp;cr=titles&amp;cv=181267

The Sunburst Band's lush "In The Thick Of It" has been a big club and radio hit throughout the summer, one that has even won praise from diehard fans of the Brenda Russell original. 

Now Sweden's Opolopo (hot from his Gregory Porter “1960 What” rework) gives the track an 80’s boogie/proto house rework. 

Squelchy stabs and funked up synth bass make this a sure fire winner for both the muso’s and dancefloors. 

Yes, there are quite a few boogie influenced house tracks but most of them are based around big samples, where as this contains none. 

If you prefer things a little less vocal then check the Boogie Body Land Dub, this grooves along without any house clichés. 

DJ Reactions:

Dimitri From Paris - Now, that's what I call music, fantastic remixes
Ashley Beedle - A lovely set of mixes from that man Opolopo. Big support
Justin Winks aka Casio Social Club - This is hot, seriously HOT
King Britt - Fantastic rework and Opolopo always represents.... Big ups to Joey for making it happen!
Danny Krivit – Very cool
Johnny Fiasco - I just humped my speakers...
Jask - Nice funky boogie vibes
Dave RedSoul - Very nice!
Robert Owens – Nice mix
Hed Kandi – Dope
Glenn Underground - Nice for a change of feel (Dopeness) in that 80's persona
Richard Earnshaw – Love it
Sean McCabe - Hot synth-bass driven groove from Opolopo. Very nice re-touch
CJ Mackintosh - Great Remix
Kiko Navarro - Super ultra funky biznezz! 
Cherokee - GOLD! This is my kind of Music! 
Dario d'Attis - Wonderful vocals
Martin Ikin - Love it
Terry Hunter - Opolopo Kills another song and I mean that in a good way! Great remix
ATFC - Very cool!
Jazz FM - Loving that groovy moogie bass
Graeme Park - Oh joy, oh joy, oh joy. Glorious! Full support from me



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The Sunburst Band - In The Thick Of It feat. Angela Johnson (Opolopo Boogie Remix)

Available now from: http://www.zrecords.ltd.uk/new-releases

In these times where deep house seems absolutely everywhere we proudly present the complete opposite. "Daft Funk" is an unashamedly quirky, energetic peak time track that's sure to set both your trousers and dance floor alight!!
 
 
DJ Reactions:
 
Tom The Jedi - Booooom...party whopper alert... 
DJ Meme - Haha...PERFECT !!!
J Paul Getto - Nice one!
Soulmagic - Track is MONSTER
Robert Owens - Great mix
Faze Action - Bonkers stuff
Scott Wozniak - Massive. This is getting rinsed straight away. Damn you, Joey Negro!
Matthias (Syke'n'Sugarstarr) - Hot Hot Hot!!!!!
Graeme Park - You daft funking funkers. Superb!
Russell Small - Cool name, cool track
Bill Brewster - Delasoultastic!
Dave RedSoul - Cool track, Supporting 
Soul Avengerz - Nice.......
Sam Divine - LIKE IT SO MUCH :)
Carl Hanaghan (Hed Kandi) – Love it, will support
Maurice Tamraz - Nice one
Norbert Borchers - YES YES YES.... This track burns!!!!
DJ Mes - Solid
Casio Social Club - Ohio Players >> De La Soul >> Sadam Ant >> THIS IS JOYOUSLY FLOOR RIPPING!!!!
Mark Doyle - Genius !
Treasure Fingers - YES YES YES. AGAIN YES. Dario d'Attis - will burn my dancefloors. . . . love this hypnofunk groove
Deli-G - Dope take on a classic tune
Sarah Favouritizm - Ha brill, cant wait to smash this! :))

Sadam Ant - Daft Funk (Joey Negro's Computer Funk Mix)

Available now from: www.zrecords.ltd.uk/new-releases

Hailing from Turin Italy Antonello Ferrari makes his début on ZR with the beautiful "Make Room For Me" featuring the voice of Jennifer Wallace.

Label boss Dave Lee delivers an unashamedly musical full length disco workout, on which you can hear the influence of early 80s Prelude/West End in the boogie synths, clipped guitars and extended breakdowns.

If you like disco house this is the real deal!!

DJ Reactions:

Danny Krivit - This is great
Danny Rampling - Summer infused Disco vibes excellent production
Hector Romero - Love it
CJ Mackintosh - Love this tune
Glenn Underground - Major Service as we say when something is great
Groove Assassin - Heavy boogie vibes
DJ Booker T - Nice vibes and disco heat
Faze Action - Yes very sexy, loving the Strings and general live feel
ATFC - Good stuff
Sean McCabe - Pure disco heat. This is massive!
Dave RedSoul - RidiculouZly good!
Graeme Park - Make Room For Me? Please? Oh yes. Yes indeed
Casio Social Club - Utterly brilliant... the boy wonder has done it again!
Julius Papp - An instant classic
Ricky Morrison - Absolutely Fabulous!!!
Craig Stewart - Nobody does this sheeet better than JN - stunning


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