Kenny Knight - Your Sunshine (Coastline Recordings)

The latest release from Coastline Recordings, "Your Sunshine," finds label head Kenny Knight delivering two mixes that are ready for dancing in the sun this spring and summer. Demarkus Lewis adds his signature touch of deep and soulful bounce with Demarkus's Rain or Shine Mix.

The release kicks off with Kenny's main mix, showcasing the soulful vocal sample over a solid mix of drums and Moog bass. Kenny, an aficionado of analog synths, often reaches for his Moog Voyager to deliver the bass, as is the case here. Whether it's sunrise or sunset, this track could become a "go-to" for those moments in a DJ's set.

The second version, Kenny's Sax in the Shade Mix, reworks the main mix and makes a sexy sax hook the star. This is a production approach Kenny loves to take as a sax player himself and a lover of horns in house music. The vocals receive a more delayed dub treatment, sharing the stage with the saxophone as they work as one to thread the melody in and out of the mix.

The third mix, Demarkus Lewis's remix, shows why his production talents are in such demand. Demarkus creates a glowing mix that's completely his own and flips the vocal, as if by magic, to follow his vision. This piece of ear candy keeps one wanting to hit replay. From the bouncing groove to the sparkling pads and keys, his signature spice is all over this one. Summer may not last forever, but this mix will make you feel like it could.

Rory Hoy (Super Hi-Fi) – “The Rain or Shine Mix is fantastic. Definitely supporting!”
Juan Moreno (Sound Black Recordings) – “Nice track. Perfect to drive the dancefloor.”
Ivan Garci (Vlosfer Records) – “Very nice release. Perfect for a rooftop party.”
DJ Samuel Lawrence (R Side Records) – “Solid groover. Reminds me of mid 2000’s San Fran on the patio of the Endup on a Sunday afternoon.”
Jeannie Hopper (WBAI FM) – “Hot jammin’ peak hour boogie!”
Simon Kirk (Proton Radio) – “Fabulous vocal delivery. Love the jacking vibe on the main mix. Solid House Music!”

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

Col Lawton - Hold Me Tight (Pelvic Movements)

Deep house imprint Pelvic Movements reveals its second release, coming from the beat-cabinet of celbrated UK producer and DJ Col Lawton. A product of the vibrant music scene of Newcastle Upon Tyne, Col is the co-founder of Deep Fix Recordings and a prolific producer, dropping tunes for the likes of Salted Music and Atjazz Record Company. On this rollicking new single, Col implores the listener to "Hold Me Tight," a title that could also refer to the tight production and grooves found within. An irresistable house rhythm pattern lays the foundation for sharp chord stabs, a bouncing bass line, and catchy melodic phrases alongside ambient flourishes. A light-hearted vocal hook enters the fray, bringing extra life to an already lively track.

Remixes bring "Hold Me Tight" into new realms of dance floor intoxication, with the first from house music legend Demarkus Lewis. Demarkus draws upon classic garage and subtle two-step influences for a euphoric version that shakes, rattles, and rolls while accentuating the vocal hook. Next up, Wattie Green (Coyote Cuts) delivers a chugging, decidedly deep mix with sub-bass hits, funk synth riffs, and loads of atmospheric grit. The single closes out with the return of Col Lawton and his own afro-house flavored Downtempo Groove Mix of "Hold Me Tight." It's dreamy and expressive, perfect for cooling down at the nearest beach party.

Tony H (Late Night Munchies) – “Lovin’ the OG and the Wattie Green Remix.”
PillowTalk (PillowTalk Music) – “Great overall release, hard to pick a favorite mix, but Wattie Green Remix is very impressive. Full support!”
Black Mighty Wax (Irma Records) – “It’s that kind of ‘liquid’ House I like to play.”
Yogi Haughton (DJ Magazine) – “It’s that Deez Long Squeeze mix for me.”
DJ Lolly (Freek FM) – “Awesome Demarkus Lewis remix.”
Ket Shah (Mucho Soul) – “Original is cool, and the extra mixes, they make this a great package.”

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

Demarkus Lewis - Gotta Get Closer (Viva Recordings)

With a multi-page discography of releases dating back over 15 years, Demarkus Lewis is one of the hardest working men in house music, regularly adding to his diverse string of underground floor fillers. Mastering many house styles, Demarkus has released tech-house bombs on Nervous Records, soulful nuggets on Kingstreet Soundz, hypnotizing afro-rhythms on Slip n Slide, and everything in-between on his own Grin Music imprint. Demarkus returns once again to his home-away-from-home Viva Recordings for the uplifting single “Gotta Get Closer.” Bubbling basslines, smooth synths and tight vocal snippets move this one right along. Give it a spin.

Thomas Blondet (Rhythm & Culture) – “Digging the Soulful House vibes on this! Big ups!”
Tyler Stadius (Deepsite) – “A great, warm groove.”
Takamasa Owaki (Cactus Experience) – “Super dope! Love this.”
Floyd Vader (Deep Like..) – “The original is a great vibe!”
Tokita (Viva Recordings) – “Great tune! Original is the win for me.”
Nick Power (Soul Kandi) – “Nice & Smooth. Wouldn’t expect anything less from DL. Support coming.”

Available Now From: Traxsource, Bandcamp, Beatport, And Spotify.

KiloWatts & PointBender - Western Wolf Remixes (Harmonious Discord)

Last summer Harmonious Discord released a rare vinyl feature highlighting two long-time label creators, KiloWatts and PointBender. The EP featured deep, cerebral journeys like “Circling the Crown”, pulsating nighttime anthems like “Western Wolf’, and low-swung cross-over classics like "Swangert." For this release, the two producers enlisted the brainpower of close friends, returning artists, and consistent innovators to help celebrate 20 years of the label.

Included in this set is the return of house music legend Demarkus Lewis. Demarkus remixed Morgan Page on Harmonious Discord in 2004 and his applied skills to this project produced two fantastic flavors of "Western Wolf," ripe with bumping movement. Behind The Sky boss and genre-bending force, Bluetech applies his deep knowledge and context to deliver a beautifully evolving masterpiece. Berlin’s Noah Pred explores innovative angles of bio-mechanical feedback with a beautifully growing, often organic feeling re-imagining.

The project starts off with a musically elevated remix of “Swangert”. Bluetech sets free the dithered musical undertones with modulated synth patterns that dance romantically by and through each other. The vocal treatment enters cosmic terrain while the subtle bass jamming keeps a funk focus flowing. Next up is the Deez Puppy Chow Mix of "Western Wolf" which tames the elements of the original into a body-moving selection prime for rocking big-sound speakers. The remix reaches peak-time tension with the introduction of expertly crafted acid lines. The following Deez Acid Free Remix delivers the same energy without the frontal acid line, but more emphasis on rising effects patterns that maintain the level of insanity. Our final guide into the deep crevices of a-cult warehouse worship is the Acid Reign Remix by Noah Pred. Pred doesn’t hesitate to get into melodically complex corners from the start and leaves plenty of room for sonic expansion as his synthesizer elements embody a mind of their own. A true embodiment of Harmonious Discord's 20-year celebration is perfectly captured in this high-powered collection.

Colin Dale (Abstrakt Dance Records) – “A solid EP with some really cool sounds.”
Anthony Pappa (Bedrock) – “Noah Pred’s Acid Reign remix is cool.”
Rory Hoy (Howlin’ Records) – “I really like the Bluetech remix. Funky stuff!”
Scheibosan (Shanti Roots) – “I like the acid on Deez Puppy Chow Mix.”
Black Mighty Wax (Irma Records) – “An intriguing release.”
DJ Firefly (Couch Dancing) – “Great new takes on some excellent originals.”
Simon Kirk (Proton Radio) – “Powerful remixes. Truly forward thinking music.”

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