Rick Wade: Cooler Heads EP
It's a cliché, but fitting for a Detroit artist, I want to say that Rick Wade is equal parts man and machine. I have no idea how he's capable of maintaining such a furious...
Joey Negro: The 5 Magazine Interview
There is definitely something surreal about talking music on the phone with someone you consider one of your absolute favorite producers in the world. Dave Lee, aka Joey Negro, Doug Willis, Raven Maize, Sessomatto,...
Where House Found A Home: Chicago and South Africa’s House Music Explosion
My dearest Chicago, you are the architect for the house that Jack built, but did you have any idea that your music was fueling the rage and resistance against apartheid? Did you know that...
Victor Simonelli: The 5 Magazine Interview
Victor Simonelli is one of New York's House bred royalty. His name carries weight, from his work with Tommy Musto, Brian Tappert and Marc Pomeroy, with labels like Bassline, Vinyl Solution, Big Big Trax,...
Supernova: The 5 Magazine Interview
They were at the center of a sampling scandal that made them the target of much vitriol in the music industry. Their use of Kevin Saunderson's "The Sound" may have initially brought in negative...
Black Motion featuring Xoli: Set Me Free
Black Motion was formed about five years ago as DJ Murder (aka Robert... Let's stick with that!) joined forces with Smol (aka Thabo). Well they set me on fire with "Set Me Free" in...
People You Should Know: John Oudo
Who says you need to rely on big name remixers to get your music noticed?
"When I started my label, I approached many artists for remixes and collaborations. But none of them ever got back...
Getting to Know Shane D
Getting to know South African DJ and producer Shane D. Shane co-hosts Grant Nelson's world famous Housecall radio show and has worked with House Music luminaries including Roland Clark, John "Julius" Knight, Syleena Johnson,...
Mr Scruff on Southport Weekender
If you read my piece on Factory Records in 5 Mag's November issue, you know I have a fetish for all things Mancunian. Mr. Scruff's first DJ gig in Manchester was at the famed...
DJ Spinna on Southport Weekender
Southport Weekender 48, the UK dance music bonanza, announced their line-up this week and it's mind-boggling. Joining first-billed headliner Frankie Knuckles on May 11th through May 13th are David Morales, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Kenny...
Andy Ward and Random Soul: Come Together (The Remixes)
Being a fan of Soulful House has never been an easy one for me. Perhaps because I'm too picky, or maybe it's because I sometimes find it a little boring. Either way, I've persevered...
Purple Reign: Jamie Lewis, Purple Music and Prince
Purple Music's Jamie Lewis on the label's new collaboration with pop star Prince and how the scrappy House Music indie from Switzerland scooped the world.
From what I understand, the very name of "Purple Music"...
Richard Earnshaw: 5 Magazine’s New Mix Monday (2011)
This week's featured mix set is from UK DJ and producer extraordinaire RIchard Earnshaw (Duffnote/Spiritchaser/One51/Guess/KMG). Long a favorite of 5 Mag and discriminating House Music fans worldwide, Richard has been on a remix tear...
Carlos Mena, Ocha and the Invasion of South African House Music
'Big in South Africa' is the new 'Big in Japan'. The sound of South Africa has rejuvenated Soulful House Music
Interview: DJ Spen Hits Chicago
The best news I heard all week was when Terry Hunter told me DJ Spen was coming to Chicago this Sunday
DJ Meme: The 5 Magazine Interview
In February 2011, DJ Meme's remix of "The Ones You Love" came out and immediately shot to the top of the download charts. His rework of the Frankie Knuckles & The Shapeshifters' track -...
Black Coffee ft. Hugh Masekela: We Are One
South African natives Black Coffee and jazz laureate Hugh Masekela have a gift for you: "We Are One" on Vega Records. This soulful explosion is a directional expression of two talented artists who combine...
Matthias Heilbronn: The 5 Magazine Interview
It's a cliché to talk about an artist that's been in the thick of the industry for more than two decades as "underrated", but it's staggering to take a step back and draw in...
Groove Assassin: The 5 Magazine Interview
If you currently play House Music of any sort you're sure to know who Groove Assassin (facebook, myspace) is. He remixes and produces gems on a near weekly basis for pretty much every staple...
Copyright: The 5 Magazine Interview
There is not one Copyright song that I do not like. My music library is filled with tons of Copyright's music, and English-born Sam Holt and Gavin Mills without a doubt deserve the title...
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Library of Congress adds Jamie Principle’s “Your Love” to National Recording Registry
The classic of classic Chicago house tracks was selected for preservation as one of "the defining sounds of history and culture." Here's how it was made.
