King Street Sounds is easily one of my top 3 house labels of all time. Churning out hit after hit, classic after classic while maintaining quite possibly the best street rep of any house label out there. Enjoy their November news letter:
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Grammy Award winning producer David Morales‘ alter-ego Brooklyn Friends taps into a bit of mellow madness with his latest and 4th EP on Nite Grooves. “”Obedience,” is an alluring collaborative effort with fellow Def Mix cohort Satoshi Tomiie. The result is an otherworldly lush string and piano laden melodic affair which needs to be heard to be believed. The other 2 versions of “”Gloria’s Groove ” on this double release, while just as lovely and tuneful, add some more kick and bump up the rhythm quotient a whole lot.
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“Gloria’s Groove” / “Obedience” Traxsource Exclusive Promo Release Date: OUT NOW Commercial Release Date: 11/23/09 |
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Former female lead singer of future soul neo dance group Ananda Project has gone solo. Having already released 3 smashing soulful singles and a number of EPs off her new album Happiness, Heather Johnson’s latest single, “Destination,” is an absolute vocal passionate joyride. Fortifying the feel of this tune is one of our repeat defending champion remixers out of the UK, namely Sean McCabe, who blasts the basslines, chord jabs and lush melodies right out the boom box on his Main Vocal Mix. He also adds 2 other dubs for more minimal vocal effect. Speaking of minimal, Hungary’s own (Zoltan) From P60 adds his own deep, minimal flavor to this remix package with a nice head-nodding dubby remix. The mix-sake of the video now with already thousands of views on YouTube and showing on Rock America and Promo Only is Japanese producer DJ Kawasaki, whose original can be described as a festive punchy 4/4 that superbly compliments Heather’s angelic vocal.
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Heather Johnson · “Destination” (Sean McCabe & From P60 Remixes) Traxsource Exclusive Promo Release Date: 11/9/09 · Commercial Release Date: 12/7/09 |
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This most recent tune by King St mainstay artist DJ Roland Clark presents Urban Soul is an homage to those who’ve lost the struggle in the politically unstable countries in Africa. Having just returned from a tour in South Africa, Roland’s new tune is a heartfelt reminder to be grateful to be alive. This song features a truly strong (but not aggressive) Original Mix as well as a chunky deep variation from Real Tone Records’ renowned French producer and DJ, Franck Roger.
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DJ Roland Clark presents Urban Soul “We Alive” (Franck Roger Remixes) Beatport Exclusive Promo Release Date: OUT NOW! Commercial Release Date: 12/7/09 |
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Considered by some to be the Lou Reed of Dance Music, Philly dance producer, spoken word artist, and DJ, jOHNNY DANGEROUs has seen his share of releases, including his debut digital full length “Problem 13″ on Nite Grooves released just this past summer of ‘09. Best known for the mega club classic “Beat That Bitch,” jOHNNY hits us with his latest single “War With The Devil,” with 6 distinct brand new 2009 remixes by Mr. V. The originally released remixes by Deep house producers Mucho Soul and Romatt are included as well as Johnny’s original. The war between Jonny Dangerous and his demons rage on and that’s what makes this one of the most eclectic tunes in the catalogue.
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jOHNNYDANGEROUs “War With The Devill” Traxsource Exclusive Promo Release Date: 11/23/09 Commercial Release Date: 12/14/09 |
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Northern Italian star Dance producers Supernova keep coming back and hitting us with unsurpassed musical creations. Their sound is a lovely deep, hard disco, spaced out pumping loops which may be a bit hard to come by these days and we absolutely love it. Their latest offering is a remix of Chris Brann’s brainchild P’Taah outfit entitled “Everything is Naturally Free.” There’s so much riding on this mix it’s almost impossible to describe. Listen and know what we mean.
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P’Taah “Everything Is Naturally Free” (Supernova Remixes) Beatport Exclusive Promo Release Date: 11/23/09 Commercial Release Date: 12/14/09 |
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Attracting 5000 + happy party folk to the indoor Pontins holiday complex in Southport, its dubbed as the UK’s friendliest party. Founded by hedonist, Alex Lowes along side cohort Dave Gardner, since it’s beginnings in 1987 at a caravan park in Berwick- Upon-Tweed as a Soul Music Weekender, Southport, now 22 years old, stands as the most musically diverse music Weekender in the UK party calendar. Regularly attracting an intimate friendly crowd of dedicated dancers and discerning music lovers, Southport features 4 purpose built arenas featuring state of the art lavish production and quality sound. The 4 Arena’s boast a heavyweight selection of cutting edge and classic soulful music right across the board from House, Jazz, Broken Beats, Drum n Bass, Hip Hop, Deep House, RnB, Soul, Jazz Funk, Rare Groove, Nu Soul and a hefty portion of classics with amazing performances from the world’s DJ Elite, Live acts and PA’s, spliced with up and coming new talent too.
With LIVE performances by INDIA, and MICA PARIS, the (main) Powerhouse Room is going DISCO on Friday night with a massive extravaganza paying tribute to the music that has shaped our scene along with some of the legendary clubs such as Paradise Garage & Studio 54 with top music & glitzy production & what better way to start the Weekender in The Powerhouse in true party style. FRANKIE KNUCKLES, KENNY DOPE, NICKY SIANO, AL KENT, NORMAN JAY, and STEVE BUTLER .
SATURDAY NIGHT - AINT NOTHING BUT A HOUSE PARTY. In this the 25th year of House Music, they thought it would be appropriate to throw their very own house party featuring some true legends of house. KERRI CHANDLER, TONY HUMPHRIES, DENNIS FERRER, QUENTIN HARRIS, FRANKIE FELICIANO, and JONATHAN . And that’s not all! Click the link below to see the full line-up! |
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The highly celebrated 718 Session is back at Santos Party House this month with resident DJ Danny Krivit. Joining him on this special night are DJ Nori celebrating 20 Years in Dance Music and the delectable vocalist and (& Danny’s new bride) AK, whose done a number of notable releases on King St such as “Say That You Love Me” (Dub by Francois K & Eric Kupper), “No One Else” (Jon Cutler remix), “Beautiful Sunrise” original by Studio Apartment and remixes by Quentin Harris. This evening is sure to be as brilliant as the people involved.
Sunday, November 15
Benny Soto Presents 718 Sessions with resident DJ DANNY KRIVIT and special guests DJ NORI and AK Santos Party House (96 Lafayette St) Doors open at 6pm Still $5 Bucks for the first 100 people before 7pm! - $12 Reduced Admission ($20 without) |
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One of our absolute favorite online radio stations is Deep Inside Radio. Their selections and nonstop pure house grooves have been coming out of our office speakers for quite some time. They’ve been huge supporters of King St, Nite Grooves and Street King imprints over the years playing our latest releases along with other top notch quality old scholl and new school house music. We’d like you to join us in wishing them a very Happy 4th Birthday! Props to Deepinside Radio!
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Gobble down the beats this month with one of our favorite funky local NYC podcasters DJ Phil Pagan who puts together a stunning selection including 4 brand new Heather Johnson singles, Kerri Chandler, and the above-mentioned tunes by DJ Roland Clark , P’Taah, jOHNNYDANGEROUS , and many more. Tune in & dance!
We like to use the monthly podcast as a platform to showcase up and coming local talent. We always welcome comments, suggestions and feedback! Feel free to reach out to us at info[at]kingstreetsounds.com. Thanks for the support!
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