Anhanguera ft Alex D’Olivera: Mrs Don’t The 2011 Remixes
You can't hold me back. I became a DJ. This is Anhanguera's big comeback in the face of a controlling ex, fresh with remixes from Sneak, Busy from Real Time Hand Motion, Luca Marano...
Afrikan Sciences: Means and Ways EP
Seriously, I almost flipped my wig when I first heard the tunes on this 12" from Oakland's Eric Douglas aka Afrikan Sciences. This is soundscaping at work as unique waveforms are presented with three...
Autodeep: Colourful Loving EP
I don't travel much into this realm of vocal-infused deep and dramatic House Music, but every once in awhile I like to walk across the street without looking both ways first. This time I...
Audio Soul Project: Have It All (Remixes)
I really enjoyed reviewing this EP. It's simple, and doesn't take itself too seriously. The bootleg version has it's own swagger with catchy vocals, a beat that incites a bounce in both your hips...
Chicago Skyway and Dcook: Lager EP
Sean Hernandez aka Chicago Skyway states, "I met Dave Cook back in the '00s and Specter told me he had some pretty dope music. We ended up exchanging some music and I really dug...
Kid Enigma: Resurrection EP
I've only heard five tracks from Kid Enigma and I already have a massive amount of respect for him. It's because he's not afraid to be honest and bare his soul in his music....
Brawther: Do It Yourself EP
In our interview in the current issue of 5 Mag, Chez Damier mentions quite a few proteges, students and younger producers that he's been working with recently. One of them is Brawther. As the...
The Legendary 1979 Orchestra: Conqueror
As a veteran DJ, I realize that not ALL music is made for the dance floor, nor are ALL of my readers club patrons or DJs themselves. And as a musician/producer, I occasionally like...
Various: Beatdown Sampler Volume 1
Hardly an issue has gone by in the last six months without a review of something new from Sonny Fodera. It's been from a different label every time (Amenti, Large and Guesthouse are a...
Andre Harris ft Andrew Pascale: Unbreak Your Heart
Although DJ Andre Harris is a long time friend, I am still able to offer an unbiased opinion about his work. The fact is, he has already become a "go-to" name for quality soulful...
B. Original and Damir Pushkar ft J.A.M.O.N.: Call Me/Hot
Muzik 4 Tomorrow is a new sister label of Sole Channel music. Enough said right? I think I can say a bit more. B. Original and Damir Pushkar at the helm, my fellow Austinite...
Aki Bergen: Black and Light (Remixes)
This is a fast turnaround for Aki Bergen: the Black & Light album was released worldwide in May and this remix selection arrives via special delivery scarcely a month later. This is not a...
60 Hertz Project: Capricorn
If you play deep or need a track to round out a soulful night when the ceiling's dripping sweat, then definitely check out this release. Go with any of the five - you can't...
Corduroy Mavericks: Funk Luggage EP
Corduroy Mavericks have come correct again with another fine EP. This Lexington, Kentucky duo have really turned it up to eleven these past couple years with solid release after solid release. Their style lends...
Bah Samba: Have You Got Your Boots On?
These three remixes are solid and you can't go wrong whether you choose just one or all of them. The spoken vocals are delightfully high pitched: "Have you got your bootz on?" "Is it...
Billy The Kid: Pajaro Loko EP (DJ Frique Remix)
Given the choice, I'm going to take music that makes a lot of noise and pisses off my neighbors every time. A serious problem with the audio glut of tunes that make their way...
Alton Miller: Light Years Away (Mixed Signals Music)
I'll tell you what: No matter how many sub-genres there are of House Music, you can always tell when a particular song or sound comes straight from the source. It's like making a single...
Malcolm Moore, Chicago Skyway, Specter, Steven Tang: Pancake Sessions
Attention Deep House heads: there is vinyl heat circulating in breakfast form entitled Pancake Sessions. The label is equipped with delicious pancake art on Side A and the cool-down after a Tetrode-Downbeat party on...
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...
Bleep District: Pigs and Troughs EP
Being a long time fan, I always look forward to the new Drop Music promos that get passed my way. For those who don't know, Drop Music was pioneered and championed by Laurence Ritchie...
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LOVEFOXY / The 5 Mag Cover Mix
A new 5 Mag cover mix and it's a gorgeous set from emerging DJ, producer and artist LOVEFOXY
