East-London's Riva Starr joins Defected's illustrious list of House Masters as he continues to establish himself as one of the world's top DJs and producers. Growing up surrounded by the rich musical culture of Southern Italy, Starr's influences come from all over; the sounds of Africa, Greece, Spain and the Balkans are ever-present within his revered house releases. Genre-wise his approach is similarly expansive, first falling for breakbeat after years of experimentation in Naples, before exploding onto the UK fidget and deep house scene in the noughties. Years later, the Snatch! owner's epic catalogue is brimming with the very best club music this side of the millennium, unrestricted by genre convention and bursting with eclectic samples and unpredictable references. This compilation features club belters alongside deeper cuts that seamlessly mix addictive vocal samples with hard-hitting house rhythms, as well as expert remixes and collaborations with fellow industry titans. Todd Terry, Mike Dunn, Groove Armada, Jocelyn Brown, Dennis Ferrer, Green Velvet, Harry Romero; the list of legendary artists that feature in Starr's eclectic discography is as endless as it is impressive, and throughout it all the Ibiza hitmaker maintains a signature sound that is distinctly Riva Starr.

Calling Out

Sophie Lloyd feat. Dames Brown ‘Calling Out’ (Riva Starr Warehouse Remix)

🖤 Awakened
Deep House · Chill House

15 tracks. Different moods.
Melancholy is always the focus 🌫️🖤
Not every track is quiet — each one has its own character.

Deep House with a consistent emotional signature.

🎧 Awakened
by John Franklin

Awakened

Cellphone

Basement Fluorescent

[Verse 1]
I missed the step by the mailbox
Puddle hiding in the shade
Left shoe squishin’ like a bad joke
All my cool just washed away

[Chorus]
Wet socks in July
Sun’s out
I’m still dripping
Everybody walking by
Try not to start slipping
It’s a perfect day
For something dumb to go awry
Yeah
I’m out here in the sunshine
With wet socks in July

[Verse 2]
Phone buzz
“Where you at?” from you
I’m late
Feet squeak down the block
Buy a coffee
Leave a footprint
Tiny storm in every walk

[Chorus]
Wet socks in July
Sun’s out
I’m still dripping
Everybody walking by
Try not to start slipping
It’s a perfect day
For something dumb to go awry
Yeah
I’m out here in the sunshine
With wet socks in July

[Bridge]
Maybe this is how it goes
Little leaks in perfect plans
You just laugh and let it soak
Come on
Jump in
Take my hand (oh-oh)

[Chorus]
Wet socks in July
Sun’s out
I’m still dripping
Everybody walking by
Try not to start slipping
It’s a perfect day
For something dumb to go awry
Yeah
I’m out here in the sunshine
With wet socks in July

Wet Socks in July

Keep Pushin', Pt.2

Keep Pushin' (Purple Disco Machine Dub Mix)

2People (Simpleton Extended Mix)

Just About

Few artists strike the balance between the classic and contemporary quite as effortlessly as The Vision. Striving to produce honest and meaningful records, their acclaimed single ‘Mountains’ came as the follow up to incredible breakout hit ‘Heaven’, and the duo once again demonstrated their flawless production abilities. Now, The Vision return with three new remixes of this dancefloor gem. Up first, disco royalty Joey Negro delivers his Live And Direct Mix, weaving in melodies and grooves with exquisite percussion and keys that give the record an authentic disco sound. Up next, veteran producer Paul Woolford delivers his remix of the track. An artist whose output ranges from mind-bending techno to high-energy house hits, his sophisticated take on ‘Mountains’ features his signature bold piano riffs and atmospheric builds, destined for meaningful dancefloor moments. Finally, Toronto duo The Patchouli Brothers step up to remix. Known for their exquisite vinyl edits and a favourite of in-the-know selectors, the funk-laden, high energy mix makes a perfect closing to another blissful release from The Vision camp. As anticipation builds for their forthcoming LP, this charming package provides another exciting preview of things to come.

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The Vision feat. Andreya Triana 'Mountains' (Joey Negro Live And Direct Extended Mix)

Radio Edits I made for NRG 93.7 (WKEY) in Key West while I've been out on Medical leave [Jan-Feb 2021].  Will continue to post here...

Barry & Gibbs - Move On (IAMJRDN Radio Edit)

Move On (IAMJRDN Radio Edit)

DJ/Producer
On My Mind - Out Now
Sound of Mind Vol. 3
smarturl.it/FUDIS021

Just About

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