S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records.

Christopher Williams, a Virginia native, surfaced during the tail-end of the '80s, around the middle of the new jack swing era. His talents were not limited to those of a singer, but also an arranger, producer, and actor. "Talk to Myself" and "Promises, Promises," a pair of Billboard Top Ten R&B singles made with Timmy Gatling and Alton Wokie Stewart, marked his arrival. Those hits drove parent album Adventures in Paradise (1989), Williams' full-length debut for Geffen, to number 23 on the R&B album chart. 

Williams’ acting career began with New Jack City (1991), for which he was cast as an assistant to Wesley Snipes' lead character. Just as notably, Williams contributed "I'm Dreamin," a number one R&B hit, to the film's certified platinum soundtrack. The singer moved to the Uptown label for Changes (1992), an album that generated another Top Ten R&B hit in "Every Little Thing U Do,” along with the Devante Swing (Jodeci) produced top-20 classic, “All I See.”

Throughout his career, Christopher has followed in the tradition of robust soul vocalists such as Teddy Pendergrass, Jeffrey Osborne, and James "D Train" Williams. Ironically, his fondness for “D Train” was also shared by Chicago House Music Pioneer Steve Silk Hurley, Zonum from Spain, and Shannon “DJ Skip “ Syas of S&S Records. This lead to their creation of this remake of “D Train’s” “You’re The One For Me," featuring the vocals of Christopher and Carolyn Griffey.

Since 2001, Carolyn Griffey has been touring the world as the lead female vocalist of the Soul Funk supergroup, Shalamar featuring  Howard Hewett, Carolyn Griffey, and Jeffrey Daniels. She is the daughter of Carrie Lucas and Solar Records boss Dick Griffey, who worked with Don Cornelius in the creation and development of the television program, Soul Train. Carolyn grew up around The Whispers, Shalamar, Midnight Star, Dynasty, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, and James Brown, who all appeared on Soul Train or who were signed to Solar Records.

Carolyn was signed to SOLAR Records as part of the dance-pop duo called ‘Absolute’. This group released one album, “For All Seasons.” Their first single was “Cheap Shot,” while “Gotta Lambada” and “This Moment In Time” both appeared on the movie soundtrack of Lambada.

A collaboration between Christopher Williams, Carolyn Griffey, Steve Silk Hurley, Zonum, and DJ Skip was bound to result in a tune built for the dance floor and the radio waves. “You’re The One For Me” retains the original soul and musicality of the “D Train” classic, and 40 years later, takes the timeless tune into 2020 with the S&S Original Vibe Mix and the S&S House Anthem Mix, both artfully mixed by 4-Time GRAMMY® Nominee and House Music Pioneer, Steve Silk Hurley.

CREDITS:

Produced by: Steve Silk Hurley, DJ Skip, Zonum /  Vocals: Christopher Williams, Carolyn Griffey / Keyboards: Steve Silk Hurley, Zonum / Remixed by: Steve Silk Hurley / Studios: S&S Studios, Chicago, NDHawk Entertainment Studios, Beverly Hills, CA, Zonum Studios, Spain / Recording Engineers: Ralph Hawkins, Jr., Zonum, Steve Silk Hurley / Remix Engineer: Steve Silk Hurley / Mastering Engineer: Joey Fernandez / Written By: Hubert Eaves III, James N. Williams / Publishers: Diesel Music, Franmar Music, Zella Music

Executive Producers: Shannon Syas & Steve Hurley  

Christopher Williams, Carolyn Griffey, Steve Silk Hurley, DJ Skip, Zonum - You're The One For Me (Shane D Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time GRAMMY

Fast Eddie & Steve Silk Hurley - Chicago House Scene (Freaky Mix Silk Extended Edit)

DJ Slugo feat Fast Eddie - Juke It (Original Mix)

There's plenty of strong, soulful female vocalists in the contemporary music world who never get the full acclaim and accolades due them, and Chicago native Syleena Johnson is definitely one of them. By Fusing The Disco Classic "Peace Pipe" With Her Own Blend Of Soulful R&B, Singer/Songwriter Syleena Johnson Has Helped Create This Unique Dance Masterpiece, Produced By 4 Time GRAMMY Nominee Steve "Silk" Hurley And Internationally Renowned Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. This package also includes remixes by Audiophonix (U.K) & Shane D (South Africa) 

For license request please contact Shannon "Skip" Syas at skip@snschicago.com

Syleena Johnson Peace Pipe (Silk & Skip's Original Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and classic hit records from global artists all over.

House Music and Remix Pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley has remixed, produced and/or written over 200 records, with at least 50 of them reaching the Billboard Dance Charts, and dozens reaching R&B and Pop Charts. Steve has countless Platinum, Gold, and Silver records, and his Productions have sold so far in the millions that it is difficult to calculate how many. From the '90s until today, Silk's production and remixing services have been utilized by everyone from Michael Jackson, Prince, J-Lo, Madonna, Janet Jackson, R. Kelly, Mary J Blige, to Paula Abdul, Lionel Richie, and even Liza Minnelli. Silk is now a 4-Time GRAMMY Nominated producer as well.

The Word Is Love featured vocals by Sharon Pass, who was a demo singer for Silks ID Records. She finally got to shine on this now-classic record, and Silk's signature chant vocals (Oohm-Dah) also provided a memorable moment as well. Along the way, The Word Is Love topped many charts all over the world and was Nominated for a GRAMMY® as part of Silk's body of remix work. The composition was written by Hurley himself along with M-Doc, Silk's co-writer on CeCe Peniston's hits Keep On Walkin & I'm Not Over You, and Kym Sims Take My Advice.

This new version by Alain Ducroix & Daniele Quatrini takes you into a new world of global house music producers which proves this record will be around until the end of time. This is a must-have for all tech & house music enthusiasts.

Steve Silk Hurley, Sharon Pass - The Word Is Love (Alain Ducroix & Daniele Quatrini Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records.

Francesco Ferraro is no stranger to the world of house music and behind various shades (such as VΛNITY CRIME, Houseswingers, Di Saronno, etc.) and has presented an infinite string of anthemic remixes and reworks for global heavyweights. This original project "Apago La Candela" is a must-have for all music enthusiasts featuring exclusive remixes by Dany Cohiba, Zonum & DJ Skip.

Francesco Ferraro - Apago La Candela (feat. Mey) (Original Mix)

Francesco Ferraro - Apago La Candela (feat. Mey) (Dany Cohiba Percussive Remix)

Francesco Ferraro, Mey - Apago La Candela (feat. Mey) (Dj Skip, Zonum S&S Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records.

Stardate & Paul Varney team up to bring you this incredible new tune "Who Are We" This record is a must-have for all true house music enthusiasts.

Stardate, Paul Varney - Who We Are (Club Mix)

Stardate, Paul Varney - Who We Are (Radio Mix)

Stardate, Paul Varney - Who We Are (Instrumental)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records.

Dany Cohiba returns again with two new records Pon La Mas Dura & 50 Years for all music enthusiasts.

Dany Cohiba - 50 Years (Original Mix)

Dany Cohiba - Ponla Mas Dura (Original Mix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records.

Tech Us Out is no stranger to S&S Records delivering this new project "Werk" Which is a must-have for all music enthusiasts.

Tech Us Out - Werk (Original Mix)

Tech Us Out - Get Git (Original Mix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and hit records from global artist all over the world.

S&S Records brings you another chart topper. No, it’s not Change…no, it’s not Luther either. It’s Greg Gibbs. Silk reworks one of his personal favorites and puts the vocals in the hands of newcomer Greg Gibbs, who doesn’t disappoint!

The son of a baritone singer, Greg got his start early in a Chicago church, and hasn’t looked back since. Now an accomplished singer, pianist, drummer, and master of all brass instruments, he’s finally getting his chance to shine, or should we say “Glow”!

Silk’s lush production is true to the original Change version, but takes the song into the 21st Century with the quality production and DJ-friendly arrangement that has become a Hurley trademark. Featured background vocalists are Chance & Sharon Pass. This package includes timeless remixes by. Stacy Kidd, Boggie Filtered, Eddie Valdez, Mauritzio & CC

Steve Silk Hurley Feat. Greg Gibbs - The Glow Of Love (Boogie Filtered Dub Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time Grammy® nominated producer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of over 500 records and album projects from artists such as: Syleena Johnson, CeCe Peniston, Ann Nesby, DJ Skip, Paul Johnson, Kym Sims, Chantay Savage, J.M Silk, Jamie Principle & Steve "Silk" Hurley, just to name a few.

This House Music act from Chicago consists of Rees Urban & Brian Boncher, collectively producing as Rubb Sound System. These two teamed up to form RSS debuting with their remix for Jamie Principle’s “Baby Wants To Ride” released on S&S Records in early 2014. Fusing Soulful House grooves, chunky drums, and deeper elements they have developed a distinguished sound yet staying true to their Chicago roots. With several releases already out and many more already slated, Rubb Sound System is gaining recognition quickly in the House Music community. 

Rubb Sound System has masterfully remixed multiple S&S records Jems featuring global superstars such as Jamie Principle, Jameisha Trice, Steve Silk Hurley, Leon Monroe, SNDSTRMS, Eddie Cuesta, Greg Gibbs, Superfunk, Willy Sanjuan, Dennis Baker, Sharon Pass, Clothed Music & Nick Ahren.

Steve Silk Hurley - The Word is Love feat Sharon Pass (Rubb Sound System Remix)

Willy SanJuan - My Life Will Shine feat. Dennis Baker (Rubb Sound System Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of over 500 records and album projects from artists such as: Syleena Johnson, CeCe Peniston, Ann Nesby, DJ Skip, Paul Johnson, Kym Sims, Chantay Savage, J.M Silk, Jamie Principle & Steve "Silk" Hurley, just to name a few.

House Music and Remix Pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley has remixed, produced and / or written over 200 records, with at least 50 of them reaching the Billboard® Dance Charts, and dozens reaching R&B and Pop Charts. He has countless Platinum, Gold, and Silver records, and his Productions have sold so far in the millions that it is difficult to calculate how many. Through the 90's until today, Silk's production and remixing services have been utilized on everyone from Michael Jackson, Prince, J-Lo, Madonna, Janet Jackson, R. Kelly, Mary J Blige, to Paula Abdul, Lionel Richie, and even Liza Minnelli. Silk is now a 4-Time GRAMMY® Nominated producer as well.

"Jack Your Body" was Steve "Silk" Hurley's first song released under his name as the artist, but not really the first (or the last) he released. It became one of the landmark records in the history of House music. Written and produced by Hurley, Jack Your Body became a major hit on the UK singles chart, reaching #1 for two weeks in January and February 1987. This was the UK's first house music #1, showing it was possible for house music to cross over. It paved the way for the acid house sound popular there during the late 1980s.

Now, with the new remixes of "Jack Your Body" years later by (Doorly, Ki Creighton & Olav Basoski), Steve "Silk" Hurley collaborates with today's hottest DJ / Remixers  in the dance world to reinvent the sound that made Chicago and House Music famous. This package features exclusive 1986 master four track versions.

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Steve Silk Hurley - Jack Your Body (Doorly Club Rub)

Steve Silk Hurley - Jack Your Body (1986 Club Mix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer Steve “Silk” Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon “DJ Skip” Syas. Merging Hurley’s worldwide commercial success and Syas’ strong global following, the dance label has become home to numerous musical greats and one of the most respected blogs / podcast on the internet. www.snschicago.com

Chicago DJ and producer Steve ‘Silk’ Hurley is one of the original house music pioneers / DJs. Steve has been at the heart of the global scene for decades and has many hits, remixes and high profile DJ gigs under his belt, as well as being a four time GRAMMY® nominee. In those years Steve has evolved through many different sounds and has remained at the forefront of the music scene as a result. His sound veers from house, R&B & funk but not limited, having grown up on the likes of Quincy Jones and the Jackson 5. Steve has scored music for films like To Wong Foo, worked with stars like Chaka Khan and Madonna just to name a few and has had international hits like “I Can’t Turn Around” and “Let The Music Take Control.” 

Silk has remixed “Good Life” by Inner City and most of Ten City’s singles, including “That’s The Way Love Is”, as well as music by the likes of Prince and Michael Jackson. Steve's song writing and production credits extend to projects such as CeCe Peniston’s “We Got a Love Thang” (witch was a Top 20 Pop, Top 10 U.K. National Chart hit), Kym Sims’ “Too Blind To See It” (which went Gold and became a Top 10 U.K. National Chart hit), and many others. He Co-Owns S&S Records with his partner Shannon "Skip" Syas, their company has become a bastion of quality, music with countless releases from the likes of CeCe Peniston, DJ Skip, Jameisha Trice, Ann Nesby, Paul Johnson, Roy Davis Jr. and many more. A seamless DJ who owns a vast record collection, Steve has played clubs all over the world as well as starring / featuring on TV like ESPN’s “30 for 30”, Cece Peniston "Unsung" and producing the entire “Oprah’s Pop Star Challenge” album on Epic/Sony Records. As such there are few who have made as vital a contribution to dance and pop culture over the years as Steve ‘Silk’ Hurley.



01. S&S Chicago - Station ID 00:00
02. S&S Chicago - Podcast Intro with DJ Skip 00:13
03. Steve "Silk" Hurley - Steve "Silk" Hurley Drop 01;49
04. The Revenge - Forever In Their Debt (Remixes) (Pitched Down Mix)01:58
05. Prince - Gett Off (Steve “Silk” Hurley House Mix)04:07
06. Kevin McKay - What U Want (J Paul Getto Classic Mix)08:27
07. Eddie Amador - House Music 12:24
08. Wood, Brass & Steel - Funkanova 14:00
09. Winnie Deep, Bass Believe - New Day (ATFC Mix)16;26
10. Jamie Principle - Baby Wants To Ride (Rubb Sound System Remix)19:40
11. Daniele Mistretta - To Me (Original Mix)22:50
12. Ann Nesby & DJ Spen - I Feel (DJ Spen, T. Davis, G. Hudgins Remix)25:35 
13. Afefe Iku - Mirror Dance (GUILLOTINE MIX)27:43
14. Abstract Truth - (WE HAD) A THING 29:08
15. Sergio Mendez - The Real Thing 31:45
16. Diana Ross - The Boss 33;30
17. James Brown - Hey Hey (Feel Alright)35:23
18. Brothers Gonna Work It Out (House Mix)37:28
19. Unknown - My Mama Told Me 39:20
20. First Choice - Doctor Love (House Remix)40:30
21. Basement Jaxx - Do Your Thing 43:28
22. Johnny Corporate - Sunday Shoutin' (Original Mix)45:48
23. Ann Nesby - Shelter 48:14
24. 3 Winans Brothers & The Clark Sisters - Dance (Louie Vega Latin Soul Version)50:17
25. Ziggy Funk, Taliwa - What You Afraid Of (DJ Spen & Thommy Davis Disco Phobia Mix)51:48
26. Matteo Candura - Color Blind feat Leon Monroe (Sean Smith & Spike Rebel Smooth Agent Mix)54:15

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S&S Podcast 001 - Steve "Silk" Hurley

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and hit records from global artist all over.

With countless awards and platinum releases under their belts, Steve Silk Hurley and CeCe Peniston have individually made names for themselves throughout the years. From CeCe’s multi-platinum hit ”Finally” to Silk’s #1UK Pop Hit"Jack Your Body”, they have each earned countless accolades. Both CeCe and Silk have been featured in numerous TV appearances and live performances all over the world.

CeCe has been featured on Top Of The Pops, Arsenio, and even has her own episode on TV-One’s “Unsung!  Meanwhile Silk’s hit "The Word Is Love", and remixes for Michael Jackson, Prince, J-Lo, Janet Jackson (among countless others) have been topping charts and keeping the international masses dancing for years.

But the chemistry of this award-winning dynamic duo coming together on a song is still something that just can't be denied. The magic is obvious on CeCe’s “We Got A Love Thang” and “Keep On Walkin.”  "He Loves Me 2” is no exception to that rule. This international "House Music Classic” is a true marriage of CeCe’s signature vocal sound and Silk’s melodic but intense house music track, resulting in a GRAMMY® Nominated song, written by CeCe Peniston, Steve Silk Hurley, M. Doc and Toni Hurley.

“He Loves Me 2” has already enjoyed tremendous success on the Billboard Dance charts, and this exclusive package features remixes from Paul Johnson, Rubb Sound System, Junior Vasquez, Nico Heinz, Max Kuhn, Fabio De Magistris, DJ ThreeJay, Sean Smith (Smooth Agent), Auharee & K. Felix, and of course Steve Silk Hurley himself.

Steve Silk Hurley & CeCe Peniston - He Loves Me 2 (Steve Silk Hurley Original 12 Inch)

Steve Silk Hurley & CeCe Peniston - He Loves Me 2 (Steve Silk Hurley House Anthem)

Steve Silk Hurley & CeCe Peniston - He Loves Me 2 (Steve Silk Hurley Radio)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and classic hit records from global artist all over.

This project is projected to be an instant classic combining not only technology but also talent. Gettoblaster "Chi Til I Die" Album. has found a way to fuse the two. Coming to you On Chicago's Infamous S&S Records. Label ran by none other then Chicago House Legends Steve "Silk" Hurely & Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. With that being said one would only expect a proper house education featuring some of the most respected in the business. Gettoblaster has deep roots tied to Chicago and now these two guys pulled the trigger on this album featuring amazing artists such as Steve "Silk" Hurley, Marshall Jefferson, Jamie Principle, Bad Boy Bill, DJ Skip, DJ Deeon, Robert Armani, Kid Enigma and many others!! 

This project is action packed with energy and easy to see the original roots of Chicago house music  in the album, with a classic but current sound along with unique warehouse grooves, and tracks, this is a must for the dark underground scene at late hours. Gettoblaster is honored to proud to be part of such an amazing team of talented Legends. Gettoblaster has been working hard in the last year and a half to bring you a revamped version of Chicago tracks, with a modern edge.  If you were to cross the early and current house sound,  and they had a baby.... It would have been Gettoblaster.


***PARENTAL ADVISORY EXPLICIT CONTENT ***

Gettoblaster - Cake Pops (Original Mix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and classic hit records from global artist all over.

Gettoblaster teams up with S&S label bosses Steve "Silk" Hurley & DJ Skip for a quick preview of "Beat The Box & Bang It" from their fourth coming album "Pineapples & Palm Trees" due in January on their own imprint We Jack.

Gettoblaster & Steve Silk Hurley - Beat The Box (Original Mix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time Grammy® nominated producer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has a catalog of over 500 records and album projects from artists such as: Syleena Johnson, CeCe Peniston, Ann Nesby, Fast Eddie, DJ Skip, Paul Johnson, & Steve "Silk" Hurley, just to name a few.

Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas & Steve "Silk" Hurley (S&S), Nick Ahrén, Audiophonix, KitSch 2.0 & Stephane B have skillfully remixed the flavorful "WOULDN'T YOU LIKE TO RIDE" track by MALIK YUSEF, which features an ALL-STAR supporting cast of COMMON, KANYE WEST AND J.V. these remixes will be heard in heavy rotation across the globe.

"Wouldn't You Like To Ride (S&S Remixes)" feat. Malik Yusef, Kanye West, Common, JV (L. Lynne, K. West, M. Jones, S. Charles, S. Hurley, S. Syas) Jabreal Iz Myne (ASCAP), Ye World Publishing (ASCAP), Ottom Music (ASCAP), Skyblaster Music (BMI), Silktone Songs, Inc. (ASCAP), Pushpac Publishing (ASCAP). "Wouldn't You Like To Ride (S&S Remixes)" is a derivative work of "Wouldn't You Like To Ride?", which is licensed exclusively to S&S Records, Inc. P & C 2007, S&S Records, Inc. Original Version of "Wouldn't You Like To Ride?" produced by Kanye West for Konman Productions, which contains elements of "Pretty Balloons", written by Sonny Charles, published by Skyblaster Music (BMI). Originally Recorded by Rae Nimeh @ United Technique Studios-Chicago, IL. Common appears courtesy of MCA Records. Kanye West appears courtesy of Roc-a-fella Records

WYLTR - (Paul Anthony & ZXX Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and classic hit records from global artists all over.

S&S is now presenting a collection of digitally remastered original versions of classic tunes, hand-picked from Hurley’s Silk Entertainment label. The full collection will include the releases of all 4 Silk labels, including ID Records, DJ World Records, and of course, Silk Entertainment Records, which has releases spanning all 4 decades.

Best of Silk Entertainment, Vol. 1 is the first in a series of compilations featuring music released under the second Silk Entertainment imprint, including 5 of Steve “Silk” Hurley’s GRAMMY® nominated hit productions: “The Word Is Love” featuring Sharon Pass, “He Loves Me 2” featuring CeCe Peniston, and the groundbreaking and “Higher,” a Gospel House Anthem featuring Vernessa Mitchell along with the award-winning Ricky Dillard and his choir, New G. Also featured in Volume 1 are early tunes from Greg Gibbs, Kyle “Small Smith feat. Viola Sykes, M.Doc feat. Sevynn, DJ Kelly G., plus the 2000 disco version of “Jack Your Body,” the Paul Johnson remix of the classic “He Loves Me 2”, and the Silk house remix of the 2 Live Crew’s “Stop Playin.’”

You are bound to find many hidden treasures on this first of several remastered collections under the S&S Chicago umbrella!

Steve Silk Hurley, Vernessa Mitchell, Ricky Dillard, New G. - Higher (Steve Silk Hurley Original 12 Inch)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and classic hit records from global artists all over.

S&S is now presenting a collection of digitally remastered original versions of classic tunes, hand-picked from Hurley’s Silk Entertainment label. The full collection will include the releases of all 4 Silk labels, including ID Records, DJ World Records, and of course, Silk Entertainment Records, which has releases spanning all 4 decades.

Produced by Steve "Silk" Hurley, and written by Vernessa Mitchell, James Pullen, and “Silk” himself, “Higher” is a Gospel House Anthem, featuring the stellar vocals of Vernessa Mitchell. Her career started as the lead vocalist of her group, High Inergy, on Motown Records, with the hit song, “You Can’t Turn Me Off (In The Middle of Turning Me On),” and a Certified Gold debut album.

Also featured on “Higher” is the award-winning Ricky Dillard and his choir, New G., who provided the high-intensity choir experience on this uplifting song.  Dillard started his recording career in the House Music in 1987, and a year later was signed as a Gospel artist, ultimately becoming nominated 2-times for GRAMMY® awards.  He has recorded 10 albums so far, all of which have charted on the Billboard Gospel Albums Chart.

This comprehensive remastered package includes all of Silk’s original versions of “Higher,” including Silk’s GRAMMY®  nominated “Journey to Heaven” remix.

Steve Silk Hurley, Vernessa Mitchell, Ricky Dillard, New G. - Higher (Steve Silk Hurley Journey To Heaven)

As members of Steve “Silk” Hurley’s ID Productions (the writing, production and remix team), Chantay Savage and Maurice Joshua had already started building careers behind the scenes by the time they came together on Chantay’s first commercial release, “I Gotta Hold On U.”

Maurice had already taken the industry by storm with his number-one Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart hit "This Is Acid (A New Dance Craze)." Hurley had history with Mo and looked at him as a “little brother.”  Seeing his potential, he really wanted him to become a member of ID Productions.  At the time, Hurley was in high demand as a remixer, so this gave him the opportunity to showcase Maurice and Eric “E-Smoove” Miller on his projects. This trio went on to form the industry’s hottest remix team in the early 90’s.  Maurice went on to become a GRAMMY® winning remixer and all three of them continue to write, produce and remix at a high level today.

Chantay Savage, the daughter of a jazz musician, R&B vocalist, became a member of the ID crew, and her vocal prowess was obvious.  But what most didn’t know was that she was a prolific writer as well.  She teamed up with E-Smoove and Jere McAllister to write and sing the “We Got A Love Thang" demo for consideration on CeCe Peniston’s album.  CeCe loved the song, and with Hurley’s production and arrangement, the rest became history.  When ID inked a distribution deal with RCA Records (and Sony UK), Chantay became their first artist released under the ID/RCA imprint. Chantay’s collaborations with Hurley included the hits,”Betch’all Never Find” and I Will Survive," 2 tunes that not only reached top positions on Billboard’s Dance Charts, but the R&B Charts as well.

This digitally remastered package is a re-release of the original 12” vinyl release, which was previously unavailable. It contains mixes by Maurice Joshua, E-Smoove, and Steve “Silk” Hurley.


Maurice Joshua, Chantay Savage - I Gotta Hold On U (Steve Silk Hurley Silky Scat Dub)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas.  Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records.  S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and classic hit records from global artists all over.



As the son of blues artist Bobby Rush, a GRAMMY® Winning, Blues Hall Of Fame inductee, the late Donell Rush grew up in musical surroundings at an early age.  Donell’s vocal abilities were a perfect fit for Steve Silk Hurley’s ID Records, which was well known as a home for stellar vocalists such as Chantay Savage, Sharon Pass and Tommye Miller.  Not only did he leave a mark with his solo vocal performances, he also teamed up with Chantay Savage as the group Body 2 Body for the soulful tune, “Let’s Get Intimate,” and was the go-to vocal arranger and background vocalist on many of ID’s productions.



Written by Donell, Chantay Savage, Steve Silk Hurley and Manfred Mohr (Manny Mo) of the production crew, 20 Fingers, “Symphony” was the first solo effort for Rush on ID Records.  Symphony reached #7 on the Billboard Dance Charts and became a classic house staple.



With an original urban mix produced by Steve Silk Hurley, and featuring platinum artist Chantay Savage on background vocals, the production was a perfect fit for the usual House Music treatment from ID team of E-Smoove, Maurice Joshua and Steve Silk Hurley.  



Now S&S Records, Inc. is proud to present this digitally remastered package of the original 12” vinyl release, which was previously unavailable digitally.

Donell Rush, Steve Silk Hurley, Chantay Savage - Symphony (Symphony In E-Smoove)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer and House Music pioneer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of new and classic hit records from global artists all over.



M. Doc, who recorded the first Hip House song (“It’s Percussion”) in 1987 with Steve Silk Hurley, presents 2 Raw, the Hip Hop group who proved to be ahead of their time with this now classic Hip House gem.  The sassy vocal flows of Pam Bergans and Sheda Robertson stand up to every track in this package.  Produced by legendary artists and songwriters in their own right, M. Doc and Jamie Principle, “We Got The Funk” is every bit Hip House.



The icing on the cake is the remix treatment by ID Records owner Steve Silk Hurley, who takes the Hip House Jam and transforms it into a Deep House Anthem which still stands the test of time today.



Previously unavailable digitally, S&S Records, Inc. now presents the original 12” vinyl release as a digitally remastered package.

2 Raw, M. Doc, Jamie Principle, Steve Silk Hurley - We Got The Funk (Steve Silk Hurley Deep House Mix)

Penned by the ID Records’ Steve “Silk” Hurley, E-Smoove, and Chantay Savage, “When Love Calls” features the powerful vocals of Sharon Osbourne, known professionally as Shay Jones.  More than just a vocalist, Shay is a poet, writer, clothing designer, Renaissance Artist, and a distant cousin of the legendary Jeffrey Osbourne.  Her biggest influences are Joni Mitchell, Tina Turner, James Brown, and Bootsy, who like Shay, was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
 
Produced by Steve “Silk” Hurley, of ID Records, Silk Entertainment, and now S&S Records, the original boasts a live horn section, bass, and guitar parts, while the live drums have meshed with Hurley’s signature  House Drums.

In addition to the original, this package contains remixed versions by the GRAMMY® winning  Maurice Joshua, and the GRAMMY® nominated E-Smoove and Steve “Silk” Hurley.  The celebrated ID remixing team delivers as usual, with each providing their own individual interpretations of the song.  History would show that while the entire project was very well received, the E-Smoove mix would stand out the most.  It was a huge hit at the legendary Hacienda in Manchester, England, among countless others.

S&S Records, Inc. is proud to present this digitally remastered package of the original 12” vinyl release, which was previously unavailable digitally.

Shay Jones, Steve Silk Hurley - When Love Calls (Steve Silk Hurley Original Live Mix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time Grammy

Steve Silk Hurley, Sharon Pass - The Word Is Love (Silks Orginal Anthem Mix)

Steve Silk Hurley, Sharon Pass - The Word Is Love (Silk's Anthem 7 Inch Mix)

Steve Silk Hurley, Sharon Pass - The Word Is Love (Silk's Original Of Life Mix)

Steve Silk Hurley, Sharon Pass - The Word Is Love (Kelly G's 7 Inch Mix)

Steve Silk Hurley, Sharon Pass - The Word Is Love (Shane D Remix)

Steve Silk Hurley & The Voices Of Life - The Word Is Love (Paul Anthony & Atom Pushers Remix)

Steve Silk Hurley, Sharon Pass - The Word Is Love (Alfred Azzetto Classic Re-Work Remix)

S&S Records, Inc. (and S&S Chicago, Inc.) was established in 2005 by 4-time GRAMMY® nominated producer Steve "Silk" Hurley and global DJ/Producer Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas. Silk and Skip merged Hurley's worldwide commercial success and Syas' strong global following to form S&S Records. S&S Records has accumulated a catalog of over 500 records and album projects from artists such as: Syleena Johnson, CeCe Peniston, Ann Nesby, DJ Skip, Paul Johnson, Kym Sims, Chantay Savage, J.M Silk, Jamie Principle & Steve "Silk" Hurley, just to name a few.

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