It’s hard to think of a more restless pop album than Juan Manuel. Stylistically, this disc is all over the place. Despite its lounge and kitsch elements, the spirit of this wildly eclectic CD is closer to playful exuberance than it is to camp. The opener, “Nordic Laser,” recalls both New Orleans piano man Esquerita and the Terry …
‘In Search Of Sunrise 4’, was inspired by Tiesto’s latest tours through Latin America in 2004 and 2005, where he visited countries as Brasil, Argentina, Peru, Costa Rica, Colombia and many many more. His travels through these countries, especially the party atmosphere and the warmth of the people made such a deep impression that they would form the …
Gustavo Santaolalla is One of the Leading Producers in Latin Music Today. His Surco Label Has Released Albums by Many Artists Like Juanes, Orishas and the Soundtrack to “Amores Perros” (Which He Composed). This Particular Group was Conceived by Santaolalla Utilizing Musical Ideas from Nortec Collective (Mexico) and Gotan Project (France). It is an Eclectic Mix of French …
Music is variety. Nowadays no one is bound to listen to only one certain style. Jazz, Pop, Electro, ethnic influenced music styles, these and much more opens the horizon of a cosmopolitan and well informed person. Rules regarding different styles of music are gone; everything is open, fruitful differences and a harmonic relation to all genres. The base …
Following on the success of A Whiter Shade of Pale and Midnight Express, Giorgio Moroder recorded his first “duet” album with Chris Bennett. Credited to “Giorgio & Chris,” Love’s In You, Love’s In Me featured such favorites as “Love Now, Hurt Later,” “Burning the Midnight Oil,” and a Side One medley led by the title track. Chris Bennett …
Following the success of last year’s debut “Mejico Maxico” is this infectious pastiche of electronica, dub, cha cha, and other musical surprises. Guests on “Pinata” include members of Tom Tom Club, Cornelius, and Babasonicos. In the past year, MIS received widespread acclaim from Spin, the NY Times, and Urb, as well as radio support …
As the #4 DJ’s in the world as voted on the latest DJ MAG Top 100 Poll, ABOVE & BEYOND are the true dance music success story. Anjunabeats Volume 7 is the next installment in a series that’s more than earned its spurs as a ‘must-have’ for any electronic music collection. A standout array of tracks from start …
Roberta Kelly was one of many U.S. vocalists who found success recording with cutting-edge producers in Germany during the early and mid-’70s. After singing on Silver Convention’s “Fly Robin Fly,” the singer was signed to Giorgio Moroder’s Oasis Records. Recorded with Moroder and Pete Bellotte, Trouble-Maker made Roberta Kelly one of the most recognizable voices of the Eurodisco …
Once again, a first-class set of authentic Brazilian songs and those inspired by Brazilian music, that was produced exclusively for Brazilectro or only available on 12-inch single. Highlights are everywhere and many on this 2 CD, 24-track set, new Brazilian voice Katja B, who has a tingling rendezvous with Mo’Horizons, or Gabin and the great dame of vocal …
The Tao of Groove and Groove Gravy records present Cuba Remixed: a one-of-a-kind compilation bringing old school roots vibes to a new generation. Twelve brand new gems, including seven hot, previously unreleased remixes comprise a compilation that’s variedin tastes and styles. From remixes of classic Cuban songs from the likes of Luis Santi Trio Taicuba, and Velia Martinez …