So where to begin, the fact that each of these mixes has it’s own distinct signature expressed by subtle variations of bpm or the the hauntingly magnetic rhythms that make you wish you were hearing them at Southport Weekender of WMC? This is dance music, this is night music … this is jazz. Jack to Jazz describes their sound as being based on Jazz/Soul/RnB, built from the foundations of Deep and Soulful House.
Morra DeRey and Jack 2 Jazz have created something that is reminiscent of groups like the Jeff Lorber Fusion. The Jazz fusion aspect is present throughout and tracks reflect the seamless blend of the fusion of Jazz with the deep soulfulness of House. The mixes by Bongz Jazzman, and Brazilian Soul Crew provide nice bouncy beat accented by the quick licks of the organ and the stepped up rhythm of the horn section.
The Lemon & Herb soulful mix represents another subtle variation of “ALL I AM”, the opening drums are distinctly African and then take on a somewhat Latin flavor as the horns come in with that great musical hook. For me the back bone is the sound of those magnificent horns, the unity of the harmonies created by the trumpet and sax riffs are masterful. It’s free flowing jazz improvisation in the classic sense of the word. The fusion movement lives at J2J for sure, his one is another winner for Jack 2 Jazz and I’m told that they will keep the releases coming. Jack 2 Jazz knows that Morra DeRey can deliver and House is in good hands cause Morra knows Jack(2 Jazz).
ALL I AM is available on traxsource
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DADDY HAS A HICCUP
U.K. based Dance4Daddy has delivered again with another superb dance track. Their latest release Hiccup once again puts front and center the delightful voice of Jacy Mai. Hiccup is straight up deep house, it’s house done right with a nice stead pulse of snares augmented with high hat and cymbals. I love Jacy Mai’s voice and her vocals ride the rhythm and just seem to soar. the lyrics hook you early on and you immediately want to start singing them.
The track is scheduled for release in September 2011, D4D so far has released nothing but quality music and innovative music videos , and there seems to be no intention of letting up on their part. Hiccup is certainly a winner, and I have no doubt it will be a dance floor favorite. It’s a great upbeat track , the kind of song you sing to yourself when your having a crappy day ; “This will fade away, this will pass away , this will fade away just like a hiccup”.
You can find the Push & Do remix of Hiccup on you tube, this mix has a slightly progressive, feel to it, and Jacy Mai’s vocals take on a bit of an edge that’s really cool. Dance music is still alive and well and Dance4Daddy will keep you dancing.
HICCUP (D3 Snippet) by dancefordaddy
 Pirahnahead and Diviniti are two names that will be connected to big tracks of the summer of 2011.”Just Like a Dream” is the latest release from Whasdat music, Pirahnahead’s label. Quite a collaboration this is too, the stellar vocal skills of Diviniti combined with the skillful and soulful production from Pirahnahead make this track a definite winner. Diviniti’s voice rings out crystal clear with a light touch that still conveys a soulful strength.Additional mixes by Jose Cerrtas and Charles Webster only do justice to the production and vocal skills that grab your ears from the first few beats. They are DOPE, if you’re on a dance floor your feet will move to these mixes for sure. Pirahnahead and Diviniti are coming on strong with this one, and they’ve only just begun. Go get you some of this.-RAM |
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