Minimal Tech House Mix: The Freshcast November 2010 by Chris Wren Electro House Music
The November edition of The Freshcast is a minimal techno masterpiece mixed by our technical house guru Chris Wren. Starting off with “Jahzz” this transcendant piece reflects a French feel which is blended into an inquisitive sound “You Must Be This High”. As the sound progresses we are surprised by the dry and haunting vocals in the Timo Garcia track “Lady Luck” and the tantalizing rhythm of “Pumpz Up the Volume”.
This is where Chris takes us on a fun adventure as “I Dropped My E on the Dancefloor” simple plays with your emotions so you can enjoy “Sunday” like it was the sun breaking through the ominous clouds. The cool thing is that Chris doesn’t hold back at this point and exposes is to some hip shaking minimal beats with “Where the “DJ Hell is Todd Terry”. The finale is quite spectacular indeed…this rendition of “La La Land” is craaaazzzyyyy….
The Freshcast Minimal Tech House Mix November 2010 Tracklisting:
0. Intro
1. Jahzz – Original Mix | Barrytone
2. You Must Be This High – Original Mix | Martin Buttrich
3. Searchin’ – Jimpster Mix | Akabu
4. What They Say – Original Mix | Maya Jane Coles
5. Lady Luck (City Lights) – Solee Remix | Timo Garcia
6. Pumpz Up The Volume – Original Mix | Lewis Lastella
7. I Dropped My E On The Dancefloor – Original Mix | Angel Stoxx
8. Sunday – Jimpster Remix | Jaidene Veda, Osaze
9. Where The DJ Hell Is Todd Terry – Original Mix | Dusty Kid
10. Do You Wanna F**k – Original Version | Joe T. Vannelli
11. Gimme Some More – Daniel Dubb Mix | Steve Lawler
12. La La Land – Pleasurekraft ‘Sideshow’ Remix | Green Velvet
When Chris gets his flow on he brings it all out and with the latest release of The Freschast Summer of Love 2010 we have something truly special. Starting out with an erotic exotic track called “Yama Layali” with David Vendetta vs Haifa Wehbe we have something quite unique and flavourful. Next up you’ll hear Everything But The Girl’s Tracy Thorn blazing her familiar vocals in Dirty South’s Mix of “Grand Canyon” which is masterfully blended into Deadmau5’s transcending “Watercolor”.
The following tracks get cultural and colorful highlighted by Milk and Sugar mix of “Crazy” where the tribal beats come flowing through and take over a part of you, maybe a part you didn’t remember you had! It’s pretty cool where Chris takes you next with the huge build ups Seamus Haji is so well known for in “Just a Friend”.
If you weren’t expecting it the climax is pretty brilliant in the track “Blackwater” something about it which really makes this track really stand out, perhaps it’s the subtleties, but whatever it is, it is DAMN good.
The final part of this mix continues a path worth gold, including “Phazing” and “Teenage Crime” the progression is based on a percussion which pours into your soul. Deep bass carries it all the way through the concluding tracks right through “To Forever”. We WISH!
The Freshcast Summer of Love 2010 Tracklisting:
1. Yama Layali | David Vendetta vs. Haifa Wehbe
2. Grand Canyon – Dirty South Vocal Mix | Tracy Thorn
3. Watercolor – Deadmau5 Remix | Pendulum
4. I’m Your Goddess – MHD Remix | David Vendetta ft. Tara McDonald
5. Nothing Better feat. Shena – Original Mix | Erik Morillo
6. I Want You To Fly – Ian Carey Hands Up Mix | Dirty Laundry
7. Crazy feat. Ayak & Lady Chann – Milk & Sugar Global Mix | Milk & Suagr
8. Let The Love (Take Over) feat. Ayak – Muzzaik Remix | Milk & Sugar
9. Just A Friend feat. Awa – Club Mix | Seamus Haji
10. Everybody Be Somebody – Alex Gomez & Albert Maris Remix | Thomas Gold
11. Blackwater feat. Rosie Henshaw – Original Mix | Carl Kennedy
12. Phazing feat. Rudy – Original Mix | Dirty South
13. Teenage Crime – Axwell & Henrik B Remode | Adrian Lux
14. Tension – Original Mix with David Guetta Special | Freakz Brothers
15. Taking The Way – MHD Remix | Alan Master T
16. Rave-O-Phonic – David Tort Rework | Swanky Tunes
17. Who Are You? – Original Mix | Mephisto Oddysey, Syd Gris, Boomrock Saints
17a. Kingstonlogic – Acapella Mix | Terry Lynn
18. Call On Me | Erik Prydz
19. To Forever – Moonbeam Mix | Rachael Starr
Kaskade’s first video for his first single ‘Dynasty’ from the chart topping artist album of the same name, premiered on AOL’s uber-cool Spinner site today. Featuring a fresh powder blue tuxedo worn by Kaskade himself who also drives a station wagon in the music video – a short story that follows the California based artist while he dreams of what could’ve been in another life.
Kaskade found success with Dynasty, the album debuted at number 5 on iTunes Album Chart when it released on April 27 of this year. A fantastic beginning for the sixth artist album from this Southern California based artist who has become notorious for his laidback attitude, wearing flip flops to gigs. Recent news has Kaskade in the midst of his residency at new poolside venue, Encore Beach Club, at the Wynn in Las Vegas and is currently on tour to support ‘Dynasty’. You can catch up on all Kaskade news and info at www.kaskademusic.com
If you’ve been touched by house music at some point in your life then you’ll know the whole meaning of this killer house set by DJ Seta entitled “I Love House Music.”
Starting off with the timeless track “Sweet Dreams” by Eurythmics this is no ordinary remix, Seta has picked a track with pulsating bass that just leaves you wanting more…so much more! And DJ Seta delivers with “Takes Me Away” and “Africa” blending so sweetly it’s as if these tracks were produced at the exact same studio.
Of course it doesn’t stop there, you’ll feel energized and happy once you “Feel the Heat” and get ready for your “Lapdance”, these mixes continue to build on each other, climbing and as long as you “Listen to the Beat” you’ll really get it….House Music is all about L-O-V-E, thanks for the sweet reminder Seta!
Eurythmics – Sweet Dreams (DJ Max Fonaroff & DJ Karp Remix)
Tyrese – Takes Me Away (M&S Music Electro Mix)
Karl Wolf – Africa (2010 Bodybangers Remix)
Gianluca Ghezzi Feat. Loren Taylor – Don’t Love You (Alessandro Viale & DJ Ross Extended Remix)
Venus Jones – I Got You (Gordon Doyle Mix)
Alex M – Feel The Heat (Andrew Spencer Bigroom Remix)
N.E.R.D. – Lapdance (Wobbly Sluts Shortstick Trick Mix)
Dada Life – Cookies With A Smile (Original Mix)
Spencer & Hill – Cool (Ozi Remix)
Crystal Castles vs. Health – Crimewave (LAZRtag Harder Remix)
Kevin Rudolf – I Made It (Oh Snap! Remix)
Edward Maya & Vika Jigulina – Stereo Love (Edward Ramone Club Mix)
Giovanni Guccione, Mamo DJ – Listen To The Beat (Extended Remix)
Kaskade’s 6th artist album ‘Dynasty’ released on iTunes with an exclusive bonus track today. Debuting on iTunes Overall Album Chart immediately at #12, it’s Kaskade’s highest debut to date on the digital retailer, ever. The album is scheduled for wide release on May 11th.
This 12 track journey features collaborations with heavy hitter Tiësto, indie darling Martina from Dragonette, Haley, EDX and more. With tunes like “Dynasty”, “Fire In Your New Shoes” “Don’t Stop Dancing” and “Only You”, this album will ignite and inspire your senses.
Kaskade Dynasty ft Haley:
You can catch Kaskade in NYC on May 8th at Roseland Ballroom, where he will be performing along with Infected Mushroom and Hercules Love Affair. Links to the album, exclusive deluxe fan pack and NYC tickets below.
The track listing for KASKADE’s Dynasty is:
1. START AGAIN (FEAT. BECKY JEAN WILLIAMS)
2. DON’T STOP DANCING with EDX (FEAT. HALEY)
3. DYNASTY (FEAT. HALEY)
4. SAY IT’S OVER (FEAT. MINDY GLEDHILL)
5. FIRE IN YOUR NEW SHOES (FEAT. DRAGONETTE)
6. HUMAN REACTOR (FEAT. POLINA)
7. ONLY YOU with TIËSTO (FEAT. HALEY)
8. CALL OUT (FEAT. MINDY GLEDHILL)
9. TO THE SKIES (FEAT. POLINA)
10. DON’T WAIT (FEAT. HALEY)
11. EMPTY STREETS (FEAT. BECKY JEAN WILLIAMS)
12. ALL THAT YOU GIVE (FEAT. MINDY GLEDHILL)
Dimitri From Paris – Get Down With The Philly Sound House Music
Release Date: May 18, 2010
This compilation is the first ever to document the birth of disco in Philadelphia and the work of the unsung musicians who played on the numerous hits that came out from the Philadelphia scene. Featuring platinum selling hits from Melvin & Blue Notes, Teddy Pendergrass, The Trammps and The Jackson 5
BBE Records proudly presents its fifth and arguably most exciting compilation with The French DJ and ambassador of disco – Dimitri from Paris. Get Down With The Philly Sound focuses on Dimitri’s essential disco era tracks, all were made in Philadelphia, and feature the core of the rhythm section that created and defined the sound of the genre. Dimitri’s selection on CD1 traces the evolution of the ’70s disco groove from the first ever disco hit record, to the rejuvenation of the Jackson 5’s career, interspersed with obscurities such as Charles Mann to the magnificent Teddy Pendergrass; Philly International’s answer to Marvin Gaye. CD2 of the compilation pays homage to the original creators and innovators of the remix and extended edits with reworkings exclusively by Dimitri from Paris.
Listen to the Original Harold Melvin & Blue Notes – The Love I Lost:
Undisputedly, Philadelphia gave birth to and defined the brand new Disco genre. Gamble and Huff’s sound evolved from the simpler arrangements of the late 1960s into a style featuring lush strings, thumping basslines and sliding hi-hat rhythms. The anthemic “The Love I Lost” by Harold Melvin & The Bluenotes, recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in 1973, laid the blueprint for how a disco record should sound. Recording engineer Joe Tarsia founded Sigma Sound in 1968, and virtually of all the disco recordings released on Philadelphia International, Salsoul, Philly World, Gold Mind and Atlantic were made at his studio, thereby maintaining the unique sound of Philadelphia. Located at 212 N. 12th Street in Philadelphia, it was only the second studio in the USA to offer 24-track recording and the first in the country to use console automation. Sigma’s sound was so strong that mainstream acts queued up to record there: David Bowie recorded his Young Americans album there, Dusty Springfield recorded A Brand New Me, while Elton John’s 1977 Philadelphia sessions were in such demand recently that they provided a hit single (‘Are You Ready For Love’) and CD re-issue 3 decades after the recordings were first made.
Nearly all of the disco output from Philadelphia between 1973 and 1980 featured the work of the same studio musicians, known as The Family or MFSB (Mother, Father, Sister, Brother). And of course, these same musicians were also known as The Salsoul Orchestra, Baker/Harris/Young Productions, The John Davis Monster Orchestra or The Montana Sextet (depending on who the recording was for). The classic line up of musicians included Earl Young (Founder of The Trammps and creator of the 4/4 disco drum pattern which laid the template for every dance record since) and Karl Chambers on drums, Norman Harris, Roland Chambers, Bobby Eli and TJ Tindall on guitar, Ronnie Baker and Winnie Wilford on bass, Vince Montana (vibes/arranger and founder of the Salsoul Orchestra) and Larry Washington on percussion and Ron Kersey, Leon Huff and Thom Bell on keyboards. Don Renaldo took care of strings and horns. Tom Moulton (Pioneer of the Disco Mix, the 12 inch vinyl format, the break down sections of records and supplier of missing masters for this compilation) influenced the popularity of the songs with his legendary mixes.
By 1975, Philadelphia International and the Philadelphia soul and disco genres it helped define had largely eclipsed Motown and the Motown Sound in popularity and Gamble and Huff were the premiere producers of soul with nearly 200 gold and platinum records to their credit. Salsoul capitalized on the success of the sound by employing the same musicians whilst focusing predominantly on club music. Notable acts rushed to Philadelphia to capture the sound: Ex Motown cohorts The Jacksons and Eddie Kendricks utilized the above classic line-up of musicians to embrace the new sound and extend their careers.
Now, for the first time ever, Gamble and Huff have given a label access to the multi track tapes of some Philly International platinum selling classics such as “The Love I Lost” and “Bad Luck” featuring the vocals of the late great Teddy Pendergrass, the first black male to release five consecutive platinum albums in the United States. This tribute to the creators of disco is presented on a limited edition double CD, and three deluxe multiple vinyl releases, exclusively featuring Dimitri’s remixes and edits. There will be an additional vinyl double pack containing remixes by Francois Kevorkian, John Morales and Tom Moulton
BBE releases Get Down With the Philly Sound! on May 18, 2010
CD1. Original Tracks
01. Harold Melvin & Blue Notes – The Love I Lost
02. The Jackson’s – Living Together
03. Teddy Pendergrass – You Can’t Hide From Yourself
04. Carl Bean – I Was Born This Way
05. John Davis – Night & Day
06. The Trammps – The Night The Lights Went Out
07. Teddy Pendergrass – The More I Get The More I Want
08. TJM – I Don’t Need No Music
09. Charles Mann – Do It Again
10. Eddie Kendricks – He’s a Friend
11. Harold Melvin & Blue Notes – Tell The World How I Feel About ‘Cha Baby
12. Harold Melvin & Blue Notes – Bad Luck (Pt. 1 & 2)
13. Philly Devotions – Hurt So Bad
14. The Girls (Brown Sugar) – I’m Going Through Changes
CD2. REMIXES AND EDITS ALL RESPECTFULLY DONE BY DIMITRI FROM PARIS UTILIZING THE ORIGINAL MULTI TRACK PARTS
01. Harold Melvin & Blue Notes – The Love I Lost (DFP remix)
02. The Jackson’s – Living Together (DFP edit)
03. The Trammps -The Night The Lights Went Out (DFP edit)
04. Teddy Pendergrass-You Can’t Hide From Yourself (DFP remix)
05. Teddy Pendergrass-The More I Get The More I Want (DFP remix)
06. Eddie Kendricks-He’s a Friend (DFP remix) 8mn
07. Harold Melvin & Blue Notes-Tell The World How I Feel About ‘Cha (DFP edit)
08. Harold Melvin & Blue Notes-Bad Luck (Pt. 1 & 2) (DFP edit)
09. Philly Devotions-Hurt So Bad (DFP remix)
KEY NOTES ABOUT THIS COMPILATION
1. This compilation is the first ever to document the birth of disco in Philadelphia and the work of the unsung musicians who played on the numerous hits that came out from the Philadelphia scene.
2. The compilation exclusively features five remixes and four edits by Dimitri from Paris.
3. Online bonus features – A Tom Moulton Mix in the style of his legendary Sandpiper mix tapes that brought him to the attention of Philly International and Salsoul records and started off the remix, available exclusively from the BBE website using download codes available to physical copy purchases.
4. An epk shot with the surviving key members of the Philly movement.
5. This release is a historical documentation of the birth of modern dance or nightclub music. Every remixer, DJ and dancefloor has been influenced by the content of this release.
6. Gamble and Huff granted BBE access to multi track tapes for four tracks for Dimitri to create new mixes of their classic recordings.
7. Earl Young is founder of The Trammps and creator of the 4/4 disco drum pattern which laid the template for every dance record since
8. Recording engineer Joe Tarsia founded Sigma Sound in 1968, and virtually of all the disco recordings released on Philadelphia International, Salsoul, Philly World, Gold Mind and Atlantic were made at his studio.
9. The release will be accompanied by extensive liner notes, pictures, interviews and anecdotes from the legendary players involved in the music.
10. Listening parties will take place in key capital cities as well as themed DJ events with Dimitri from Paris.
11. A bonus limited vinyl of mixes from Tom Moulton, Francois K and John Morales.
12. The vinyl edition of Dimitri’s remixes will include bonus passes not available on CD or digitally.
Madrid’s Chus + Ceballos ride the Iberian sound on Back On Tracks Electro House Music
Release Date: April 20, 2010
2XCD features tracks and remixes from Danny Tenaglia, Steve Lawler, Radio Slave, Umek + much more
Let’s face it, with few exceptions the weather totally sucks right now. So how’s about we offer you a sizzling new mix to get you thinking of the warmer times ahead?! Like a mirage on a foot high snow bank, Chus + Ceballos’ first ever mix compilation from house music authority Nervous Records – Back On Tracks – is a delicious slice of hypnotizing, warm, inviting tribal soundscapes laced with a brilliant use of modern tech elements.
Chus & Ceballos are known throughout the club world as one of the most exciting, dazzling DJ/production duos. With their excellent production works, their coveted remixes, and their marathon DJ sets, they capture the genuine Iberican sound; a perfect marriage of House and Techno whose common factor is the unmistakable beat of the percussion. This sound was originally crafted as an alternative to the dark and brooding prog style that was threatening to rule the scene. Chus & Ceballos vision was, and continues to be a much welcomed breath of fresh air.
1st Track on Chus & Ceballos Back on Tracks:The Heller & Farley Project Ft. Cevin Fisher-We Built This House
The Iberican sound is spread finely throughout the two discs comprising Back On Tracks. Disc one isn’t about building or wasting anytime getting into it. The classic sound of The Heller & Farley Project featuring Cevin Fisher “We Built This House (Fire Island Mix)” greets all who enter the C+C kingdom of house music. Things throb along until the midpoint when techno shades start coloring the sonic frame with tracks including Paul Harris & Alex Tepper “Terris (Original Mix)”, the percussion heavy DJ Wady “Uganda (Robbie Taylor Afrobeat Dub)” and a tribal remix of Steve Lawler’s “Koma Koma” from Radio Slave. The sweaty, rainforest inspired tribal sounds finish out the first disc with tracks from Danny Tenaglia and a pair from Chus & Ceballos
The second disc was composed with just half the number of tracks as the first but it showcases Chus + Ceballos’ ability to ride out the music hard and for a long time. This is your proper peak time foray into the Iberican sound and a disc that would be a perfect accompaniment to Rio’s Carnival. A heavy disco influence coats the thumping bass of DJ Chus presents The Groove Foundation “That Feeling (DJ Chus 2010 Revisited Mix)” while it all shifts a bit tribal techno with Mikel Curcio & JamLimmat “Cha Cha Cha (DJ Chus Muchodrums Mix).” The balance of the disc takes on a more vocal house direction with tracks from Made By Monkeys, Richie Santana & Rob Mirage and Murk’s Oscar G. before Deka & Dave Rose kill it with the aptly titled “Lose Control (DJ Chus Iberican Remix)”
Back On Tracks offers an up front look into a current Chus & Ceballos DJ set. No BS or gimmicks – just amazing house and techno for the clubs…and now just for you, too.
Chus + Ceballos Back On Tracks Tracklisting
CD1
01. The Heller & Farley Project featuring Cevin Fisher – “We Built This House (Fire Island Mix)”
02. Umek – “Dementia (Enzo Elia Red Brick Remix)”
03. Dj Chus & Rob Mirage/Back 2 NY (Original Stereo Mix)”
04. Alex Kenji, Mark Mendes/Take That Sax (Original Mix)”
05. Ramon Tapia – “Colorzz (Original Mix)”
06. Daniel Steinberg – “Bailando (Original Mix)”
07. Dragosh, Fabietto – “Cala Mare (Sercan Remix)”
08. Adam Shaw, Tim Weeks – “Frog Face (Original Club Mix)”
09. Mendo & Danny Serrano – “Kumbha (Original Mix)”
10. Dennis Ferrer – “Hey Hey (DF’s Attention Vocal Mix)”
11. Paul Harris & Alex Tepper – “Terris (Original Mix)”
12. DJ Wady – “Uganda (Robbie Taylor Afrobeat Dub)”
13. Chocolate Puma vs Baggi Begovic featuring Mitch Crown – “Solarianism”
14. Jesse Perez Dale – “Que Tu Puedes (Original Stereo Mix)”
15. Oscar L – “Love The Groove (Original Stereo Mix)”
17. Steve Lawler – “Koma Koma (Radio Slave Remix)”
18. Danny Tenaglia – “Dibiza (D-Unity’s 2010 Tribal Mix)”
19. Chus & Ceballos & Koutarou – “We Got The Night feat Joi Cardwell (Peter Bailey Remix)”
20. Chus & Ceballos – “Afrika (Chris Soul & Frank Knight 2010 Remix)”
Accapellas
Ralph Falcon – “Whateva feauturing Alex K,” Oscar G – “What You Need featuring Tamara Wallace,” Brothers Vibe – “El Baile”
CD2
01. DJ Chus presents The Groove Foundation – “That Feeling (DJ Chus 2010 Revisited Mix)”
02. Mikel Curcio & JamLimmat – “Cha Cha Cha (DJ Chus Muchodrums Mix)”
03. Robbie Taylor – “Paseos (Original Stereo Mix)”
04. Hugo Rizzo & Mar-C – “Rhythm Stick (Chus & Ceballos MuchoMambo Remix)”
05. DJ Chus, Nikki B, Christian EFFE – “Hossa (Chris Soul NY Remix)”
06. Made by Monkeys – “I Think Of You (Pablo Ceballos Timeless Mix)”
07. Richie Santana & Rob Mirage – “The Calling (Original Stereo Mix)”
08. Oscar G – “Back 2 You feat. Tamara Wallace (Dj Chus Deep Tech Remix)”
09. Moth feat Engeline “Foxy (Oscar de Rivera Remix)”
10. Deka & Dave Rose – “Lose Control (DJ Chus Iberican Remix)”
Back On Tracks is released April 20, 2010 on Nervous Records
