Welcome to the second part of NDYD's best of 2023. Today is holiday in the US (MLK day) and I had the day off work so I was able to record this 4 hour smix. Just like part 1 this set contains another 50 of the best tracks that were played on the show in 2023.  As I noted on the part 1, these are not necessarily tracks that came out last year, some go back more than that, but they were all played in at least one episode of 2023.

You check out part 1 here: https://soundcloud.com/ndyd-rs/ndyd-327

I might do a part 3 in the not too distant future as these are just the tip of the iceberg.  Thank you for been  part of the NDYD family by listening every week and see you on the next one with a new episode. Enjoy!

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The NDYD Radio Show EP329 -  Best of '23 part 2

Ricardo Torres, a West Coast DJ, is known for blending deep, soulful house and disco with a smooth, sultry West Coast vibe. His music is crafted for true dance music enthusiasts, delivering uplifting, groovy, and sexy experiences rooted in the underground scene.

Ricardo’s DJ journey began in 1987 at a college radio station in Montreal, Canada, where he initially spun industrial electronic music. By 1988, he was introduced to Chicago House and was captivated by its fresh energy, changing his musical direction. In 1995, he moved to Los Angeles, where the city’s sun-drenched, soulful vibe and influences from DJs like Jay-J, Marques Wyatt, Julius Papp, Mark Farina, and Miguel Migs drew him toward the deeper West Coast sound.

In 2000, Ricardo pioneered sharing his mixes online, a bold and innovative step that garnered him international recognition. This exposure led to global performances and opportunities, while he also became a syndicated radio host on satellite and online platforms.

Around 2016 Ricardo partnered with Germany’s Nu Disco Your Disco (NDYD), a leading advocate for the Nu Disco genre. Their collaboration birthed the NDYD Radio Show, which Ricardo hosts weekly, showcasing top global talent and steadily growing a loyal listener base. For Ricardo, Nu Disco offers a modern bridge for the soulful West Coast vibe to resonate with newer generations.

While underground music trends have evolved over the decades, Ricardo’s passion remains unwavering: playing music that inspires people to get up, dance, and celebrate the timeless groove of house music.

Brought up with Pop Rock on radio in the 70´
House, Tecno, Funk and Disco drove me crazy in the 80´
Metal interested me in the 90´
Now, I'm back to my 80´
with a touch of Jazz.

Resurgiremos Encíclica y Abstractamente 

Hailing from East London, Paul Williams and Wayne Anderson - AKA Jagged Soul – are a unique duo, specialising in a fresh soulful sound. 
Both started mixing at an early age, going on to play all the top London clubs and bars. They soon joined forces to create Jagged Soul, culminating in long-term residencies at So Soulful and SS Radio.
Jagged Soul's unique blend of jazzy, soulful, jackin and funky House uplifts and inspires; these guys blend tunes regardless of music genre, era or popularity. Their quirky sets flux in energy and tempo, alternating between genres and generations of House like no other before them. 
These guys don't just play House, they feel it. Every original mix oozes passion and creativity, enveloping you in true melodic euphoria; inviting you to embark on their soulful journey.
If home is where the heart is, then House is where the Soul be! Come with a willing ear and an open heart…emerge with a Jagged Soul.