Rose Rose - Sky Queen (Night Version) [Neville Street Music]

French-British duo Rose Rose has taken their signature disco-pop sound to new heights with the release of "Sky Queen (Night Version)," a mesmerizing live rendition captured at the iconic Rock En Seine festival in 2023. This electrifying single showcases the band's versatility as they seamlessly weave electronic elements into their traditionally disco-oriented repertoire.

"Sky Queen (Night Version)" is a pulsating anthem crafted specifically for the night and the dancefloor. Rose Rose transforms the original track, shedding its daytime vibes in favor of a darker, quicker, and more energetic electronic facet. From the opening notes, the track captivates with its catchy male vocals and layered tuneful harmonies. As the song progresses, warm pads and a touch of '80s dance-pop nostalgia add depth to the soundscape. The result is a sophisticated and optimistic fusion that will leave listeners ready to dance the night away.

With "Sky Queen (Night Version)," Rose Rose invites listeners to embrace the night, let loose on the dancefloor, and revel in the joy of music that moves the soul. Don't miss out on this electrifying single that solidifies Rose Rose's position as innovators in the disco-electronic scene.

Juan Moreno (1 Life Records) – “I love this track. Perfect for the warmup!”
Richard Hardcastle (Solid State) – “This is brilliant!”
Jon Wesley (Music Goes On Radion Show) – “Love it. Love the Vocal and the music.”
Jeannie Hopper (WBAI FM NYC) – “Love this vibe! Lush and uplifting.”
DJ Nelson (Power FM) – “This is very catchy, I dig it.”
Ben Nason (KSVR FM) – “Excellent, groovy, old school vibe with the Night Version.”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Unconscious Honey - Fault Lines (Random Records)

Unconscious Honey is the synth-pop project spearheaded by Björn Trenker, who hails from Berlin. His debut album, Being a Stranger, took inspiration from his background in psychiatry and was highly appreciated by the queer Berlin city magazines Siegessäule and BLU, as well as KALTBLUT Magazine, who deemed it one of the best dance music albums in 2020.

During the pandemic, Björn collaborated with his regular co-producer and husband, Paul "Snax" Bonomo, and decided to remix and reinterpret the songs from the album, with help from other LGBTQ artists and friends such as Electrosexual, Mavin, and Snecker. He also began composing the four tracks on his new EP soon after the release of his second album. Although his debut live performance was canceled due to Covid-19's second wave, Björn continued to work on new material during the lockdown.

Unconscious Honey's latest EP, Fault Lines, consists of four new and exciting songs from this period. The first song, "Fault Lines," is a synth-pop number about finding moments of joy in difficult times. "Percolate" is an upbeat song about the insecurities of being in a romantic entanglement. "Crush Of Time" is inspired by Twin Peaks, describing the feeling of getting lost in the night and experiencing a religious-like trance. Finally, "Sense Of Rapture" is about the ups and downs of queer cruising, including loneliness and disappointment, but also the feeling of absolution in a secret community.

Unconscious Honey's Fault Lines will be available on Random Records starting December 15th, 2023.

Luis Machuca (Friskybeat Records) – “Production is on point. Enjoying the Kraftwerk sound.”
Psycho-Jones (Kater Blau) – “Goosebumps. Thanks.”
Electrosexual (Electrosexual) – “Great electropop, great production.”
DJ Firefly (WRCT Pittsburgh) – “Delightful!”
Jon Fugler (XLNT radio show) – “Lovely selection. Capturing some evocative feelings.”
DJ Clairvo (Tilos Radio Budapest) – “I always dig downbeat / lounge music with a certain disco touch and vocal treatment. Nice work - supporting!”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Ursula 1000 feat. Yuuko Sings - Life Is So Beautiful (Insect Queen Music)

Ursula 1000’s fascination with Japan didn’t just stop with his love of Shibuya-kei and its massive influence on his sound's DNA. City Pop, that sub-genre of Japanese music from the late '70s and into the '80s that blended synth pop, soft rock, boogie, and jazz funk is something Ursula truly digs but never explored in his productions … until now. Japan’s Yuuko Sings, who Ursula discovered doing vocals for English art rock group Django Django, is an ideal fit for this collaboration. She’s sung on tracks for anime soundtracks and J-pop, plus she has a killer rap style to boot! "Life Is So Beautiful" is what emerged from this meeting of minds. Wrapped up in a bundle of bossa nova chords, tropical daytime nu disco beats, and that timeless City Pop sheen, Ursula and Yuuko have concocted the perfect summer cocktail. All this song needs is a pineapple wedge and a parasol.

Bill Speakman (Rhythm & Culture) – “I have been dying to hear this! The influences listed here blend so seamlessly and it still has that distinct Ursula 1000 vibe. Inspiring and perfectly timed with the recent explosion of interest in City Pop. A favorite for sure.”
Rory Hoy (Super Hi-Fi) – “This is amazing!”
Stevie Kotey (Chicken Lips) – “This is superb. Fantastic production.”
Steve / Fort Knox Five (Fort Knox Recordings) – “A delicious combo of sugary vocals and bubbly beats!”
Jon Wesley (Music Goes On Radio Show) – “Love it! Ursula always sounds so fresh. Great production, vibes and the tempo is perfect. I'll be playing this a lot.”
Gina Calicura (KALX 90.7) – “Immediately fell into a state of utter bliss less than halfway through this incredibly inviting track. It got me! The elements all coalesce into a perfect whole… it’s like good medicine! Ursula 1000 has crafted something very powerful here. This track gently - and gorgeously - beckons listeners to drop whatever it is they’re doing and just dance. Cannot wait to spin this on a show. So perfect!”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Vinny Villbass Moneymaker (Sloth UK Remixes) [Beatservice Records]

Vinny Villbass is one of the long-time driving forces behind the Norwegian club scene. In addition to an extensive list of club nights and house parties on his conscience, he is 1/3 of the crew behind the renowned Oslo club night Sunkissed and initiator of the Norwegian web-portal OsloClubCast, building ties between the clubs, DJs, and producers of Oslo.

As a DJ, Vinny Villbass is known for his exceptional groove and timing as a result of 15 years behind the decks, mostly in Scandinavia, but also as a resident in Berlin as well as New York City. As guitar and synth player in diskJokkeBand, Vinny’s musical experience reaches far beyond his DJ and vinyl junkie exploits. Also a master of acoustics, Vinny’s production skills front his very own trademark sound of house music. He has releases on labels such as Eskimo Recordings, Trunkfunk, and Afro Art, and a long history of remixes. Lately he has been remixing Norwegian bands as diversions from his daily studio focus, as collected on Beatservice’s Diversions remix-compilation.

Vinny’s “Moneymaker” was a standout track on the Prima Norsk 4 compilation, alternately released as its own single in 2017. It’s a slinky house groover with vocals from King Midas singer Ando, tailor-made for late night action. British dance music legend Peter Hurst, AKA Sloth UK, has remixed the track into a dubby, percussive masterwork that has ‘instant classic’ written all over it. Cheekily titled the Queen’s Lead Hat Remix, Sloth UK has provided a full-on vocal mix and a potent instrumental, both ready to do serious dance floor damage. Get down!

Dutchican Soul (Strictly Rhythm) – “Love this track! Will be playing this out.”
Lenny Fontana (Ministry of Sound) – “Feeling this. I will play it.”
Tyler Stadius (Deepsite) – “I like it. Right funky.”
DJ Harri (Sub Club) – “Both remixes are great. Will play and support.”
Flash Atkins (Paper Recordings) – “Vinny Villbass can shake his moneymaker at me anytime!”
Sean Johnston (Hardway Bros) – “Norwegian disco of the highest order!”
Lee Jones / Country Gents (Buslife) – “Instrumental really rocks. Thanks for this.”
Al Bradley (3am Recordings) – “Ace stuff here. Love the slightly sleazy loose feel to this one, plus the vocals add a really cool twist. Top beats!”
Richard Hardcastle (All Out War Radio Show) – “Straight up fire!!”
Hober Mallow (Mighty Reel, Sydney) – “Sweet groovy tune! Love the percussive parts and the flow of it. Will definitely play.”

Available Now From: Beatport, Bandcamp, iTunes / Apple Music, And Spotify.