At the beginning of the 90s a new music wave was emerging in Italy. Influenced by stylistic elements and sound expressions arriving from abroad - in particular from those english and american labels – it has created the bases for an innovative sound destined to leave its mark for generations to come. It was a sound close to the Deep House atmospheres coming from Chicago, Detroit and New York. A sound made of powerful basslines, punching drum machines, dreamy melodies and incredibly sensuous vibrations.
Dream House, Italo House, Piano House are names often used to identify this new scene, but it could be simply summed up in one word: "Underground". 
Inspired by an innate sense of freedom and experimentation, a generation of Italian DJs and producers envision the sound of the future. The music becomes a muse, enchanting and unifying. The movement fires up  in the clubs. The record shops act as a sounding board. And the alignment of all the planets generates an invasion of celestial bodies.

"Ciao Italia” wants to be a tribute to the artists that wrote this story. Artists that were forced to use many different aliases that often even themselves have forgotten and certainly less celebrated than their colleagues today. 
From Andrea Gemolotto, Massimino Lippoli, Fabrice, Mr Marvin, Davide Rizzatti and Angelino Albanese (DFC Records), Ricky Montanari and Flavio Vecchi (Love Quartet), Paramour, Adrian Morrison and Dj Ralf 

(Heartbeat Records), passing through the productions of Alex Neri and Marco Baroni (formerly Kamasutra, Green Baize, Agua Re up to becoming Planet Funk) for Palmares, up to Don Carlos and Stefano Tirone (together Montego Bay Experience) Francesco Montefiori (aka Key Tronics Ensemble and Soft House Company) and Claudio “Moz-Art Rispoli (Jestofunk and Omniverse) on Irma and Antima Records, Leo Mas, Rago and Farina, MBG, Paolino Bova, Gianni Bini and Paolo Martini, up to names that have remained more in the shadows but have given great lymph and depth to music Made in Italy such as Leo Anibaldi , Andrea Benedetti and Eugenio Vatta (Frame), Leandro Papa (Last Rhythm e Stonehenge), Cesare Cerulli and Toni Verde (Blue Zone), Graziano Ragni (High Tide), Massimo Berardi (Underground Nation Undertour Sensation and Cosmic Galaxy) and Massimo Zennaro and all those producers that we were not able to include in this collection because of the lack of space.

A rhythmic journey to rediscover what has been, what continues to be and what will be, “Ciao Italia” tells a story that still sounds incredibly current, whose reverberations continue to be the object of veneration among DJs, clubbers and music lovers of new generations. As confirmed by the new productions ideally inspired by the iconic sound of the time, testimony of an Italian avant-garde alive and vivid not only in memories but more than ever in the here and now.
Not only a "musical style", but also a way of approaching reality characterized by enthusiasm, a global vision and a spirit suited to the most eclectic and boundless creativity. 

Born from an idea of Daniele "Shield" Contrini, with the art direction of Stupefacente Studio, the project took shape in a double vinyl format with an insert, signed by the journalist Elia Zupelli, which reconstructs an era through the voices of the protagonists, photographs, interviews, rarities and dazzles from the 
dancefloors. So, while the vinyl slides under the needle, the hope is to be able to grasp the atmosphere and live it again for a few moments, clinging to the indomitable charm of  the "underground" grooves: a mnemonic flow from the past and a driving force for a new course projected into the future.

High Tide - Time Unlimited

Mike Delgado - Byrdman's Revenge

Genius Of Time - Houston We Have A Problem (Original Mix)

One More Time, You All by Nu Sound Express Ltd. (taken from the album 'Strange Breaks & Mr Thing III' out now via BBE)
Monkey See Monkey Do by Bombay Monkey (taken from the album 'Dark Flow' out now via BBE)
Death Cap by Then Thickens (taken from the album 'Death Cap At Angelzarke' out now via Hatch)
Tamatebako by Cuz (taken from the album 'Tamatebako' out now via Bleeding Heart Recordings)
Eskimo by Tom Williams & The Boat (taken from the album 'Easy Fantastic' out now via Wire Boat Recordings)
Beast Sting by Tobacco (taken from the album 'Ultima II Massage' out now via Ghostly)
Everything (S-Tone Mix) by Montego Bay (taken from the album 'Italo House Compiled by Joey Negro' out now via Z Records)

Everything (S-Tone Mix) by Montego Bay

Those Guys - Love Love Love

Dave Ball, the quiet genius behind Soft Cell, has sadly passed away at the age of 66. Best known for creating the iconic sound of Tainted Love, Dave helped shape the sound of the 80s and inspired generations of musicians. This video looks back at his life, his music, and the legacy he leaves behind. From his early days in Leeds with Marc Almond to his final work on Soft Cell’s new album, this is a farewell to a true pioneer of synth pop. R.I.P. Dave Ball — thank you for the music.

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Tainted Love Forever (80s New Wave Tribute)

Romanthony - Trust (Kerri Chandler Dub)

Key Tronic Ensemble - Calypso Of House (Paradise Version)

ŒIL CUBE-DISK TWO

The Shadow City (@shadowcity) crew are at it again. Release number 3, from the Birmingham based collective’s vinyl only imprint, shows that previous accomplished outings were no flash in the pan. Harry Parsons (@harry-parsons-11) returns with three quality cuts designed to get you up and keep you moving.

'Dance Music' is a bluntly yet truthfully titled track. Stylish percussion and swaggering vocal shouts interweave, before a glorious hit of low end elevates us to another level. Luscious instrumentation and assured EQ work make the song feel alive, as it pulsates and grooves. Perfect for getting a party started or to keep it jumping; in other words, essential wax.

Buy:
http://www.phonicarecords.com/product/harry-parsons-rain-ep-shadow-city/147914

PREMIERE: Harry Parsons - Dance Music [Shadow City Records]

Sueño Latino - (Un Fulano edit) Free Download

some records I want to share with you fellas

Key Tronic Ensemble - Calypso Of House (Paradise Version)

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