Geiger and Lafelt - Walking In The Rain EP (Nylon Trax)

Nylon Trax’s newest release pairs the Michigan-based DJ Nigel One (aka Nigel Geiger, Intimate Venues Recordings) with the west coast’s Marques LaFelt for the abstract deep house of the Walking In The Rain EP. Together as Geiger and Lafelt, they step out into the crosswalk between them to present four tracks of raw, atmospheric house music with a touch of that exotic, soulful Nylon Trax vibe. The EP’s title track starts things off with a springy kick. Deep pads connected by a subtle string introduce shimmering bells, cymbals, and tambourines that rustle about, sometimes in reverse. A sliding bass guitar creates consistent groove, joined by flutes and bongos later in the track. The suggestively titled “Midnight Drive” travels through dreamy territory with dusty synths and xylophone flutters. The gears are turned by a distorted kick, snappy snares, and a bass line with plenty of midrange. “We Can Talk” is a conversation with filters. The synths pass through in arpeggiated steps with LFO on top. Male vocals act like a reverberating stab until interrupted by the pleading of a softer woman counterpart. The fourth track, “Trying To Say,” is the most surreal effort on the release with high pitched tremolo sci-fi drones, crunchy rhythmic sounds, and a subby kick that trods through the head space. Finally, Nylon Trax’s own Jaymz Nylon revisits “Walking In The Rain,” tastefully adding a horn to the forefront and a soft, deep spoken vocal looped into whispers for his typically evocative treatment.

Q-Burns Abstract Message - “This EP is fantastic … very expressive sounds here. ‘Trying To Say’ is the gem of the bunch for me … it’s one of those tracks that shouldn’t really work, but it totally does.”
Satoshi Fumi - “‘Walking In The Rain’ … atmospheric!”
Alexi Delano - “Very nice!”
Henri Kohn (Conya / Clubstar) - “Sir Jaymz Nylon does his magic on the remix … nice!”
Claudio Coccoluto - “Great music!”
Thomas Pudell (Black Alley) - “Four cuts of great deep, soulful bliss with label honcho Jaymz Nylon taking his version into Kerri Chandler territory … nice!”
Lorenzo al Dino (7th District) - “Perfect package of mixes!”
Werner Niedermeier (WiN Recordings) - “Brilliant soulful release. Originals and remix likewise. ‘We Can Talk’ is killing it!”
Al Bradley (3am Recordings) - “Nice vibes right across the release here. ‘Walking In The Rain’ is the pick here, really sultry grooves … plus ‘Trying To Say’ also very smart!”
Joey Silvero (Distant People) - “‘Midnight Drive’ … such an atmosphere. Fantastic work!”
Aja Allsop (Ketch A Vibe Radio Show) - “Stunning grooves!”
Jeannie Hopper (Liquid Sound Lounge) - “What a unique journey.”
Michael Fossati (Spirit Of House) - “What a luxurious remix by Jaymz Nylon … deep, melodious, and sexy … infectious.”
DJ Nova (Rodon FM, Greece) - “One of the most impressive releases of the year … outstanding!”

Available now from Beatport.

Processing Vessel - House Passion EP (Nylon Trax)

The prolific deep house label Nylon Trax has teamed up with Turkish-born, San Diego DJ / producer Processing Vessel aka Murat Vural to deliver the aptly named House Passion EP. Nylon Trax head honcho Jaymz Nylon joins international crew members Salih Kilic (Turkey) and Tobsen Graale (Germany) in adding three unique but concordant remixes full of desirous accoutrements and plenty of warm tones and classic house conviction. “House Passion” kicks things off emphatically, introducing a simple but quintessential house kit. Reminiscent of the romantic house sentiments built up in the title track, “The Moment That Makes The Music” seamlessly carries on in a similar direction, supplementing an eclectic vocal for added effect. Jaymz Nylon flips the star of the show, “House Passion,” beautifully, anchoring his version with a slow, wooden-sounding drum track. Easily the most linear of the three, Salih Kilic’s adroit, big-room remix will absolutely be a pertinent piece of ammo to spice up any and all peak time scenarios. Last but not least, Tobsen Graale (Paper Jet Recordings, Tanzbar Musik) imbues “The Moment That Makes The Music” with a distinctly German touch, chock-full of dashing layered samples and fizzing, wiry synthesizer lines.

Graeme Park - “I like the original ‘House Passion’ quite a bit.”
Abicah Soul - “‘House Passion’ … nice tune!”
Harold Heath (Lovestick / Lost My Dog) - “Yeah, I like this. ‘House Passion’ has got the bounce.”
Sumsuch (Colour and Pitch) - “‘House Passion’ is strong … I’m also feeling the Salih Kilic remix. So clean and crisp. Proper!”
Raymundo Rodriguez - “Good vibes.”
Al Bradley (3am Recordings) - “‘The Moment That Makes The Music’ and its remix are the picks for me. Great percussive house.”
Alexander East - “Nice!”
Booker T. (Kings of Soul) - “Wicked tunes!”
Deepshizzol - “That Tobean Graala mix is serious!”
DK Watts (Short Bus Kids) - “The Jamyz Nylon remix is ace. I always dig his stuff … quirky but always groovy.”
Jevne (Onethirty Recordings) - “Solid grooves and some warped sounds.”
Carlo Gambino (Midnight Social Recordings) - “The Tobsen Graale remix is the one for me … perfect warm up vibes.”
Jamie Topham (CDPool) - “Cool stuff once again from the consistent Nylon Trax guys. For me it’s a flip between the Salih Kilic rub of ‘House Passion’ and the original of ‘The Moment That Makes The Music.’”
Joey Silvero (Distant People) - “‘The Moment That Makes The Music’ has a dreamy and hazy vibe … it’s got a cool atmosphere.”
DJ Nova (Rodon FM, Greece) - “I’m lost in the magic of Jaymz Nylon’s ‘House Passion’ remix … a magnificent percussive classic house style track with his characteristic production style.”
Deli G (Future Sound Of House) - “This is one for the deep headz, without a doubt.”

Available now from Juno Download, Traxsource, Stompy, and Beatport.

Leandro P. featuring Devail - Sinta-se (Nylon Trax)

Nylon Trax is pleased to present “Sinta-se,” the follow up single from the Sao Paulo-based DJ Leandro P., featuring his seasoned uncle Devail on vocals. Leandro P. (given name: Leandro Pereira) is a staple of the Brazilian deep house scene, DJ’ing at renowned club events like Deep Soul Sessions, Ritual House, and Grooveland Party as well as broadcasting his weekly Ritual House Sessions radio show on Discotheque Radio. His sets are known for blending all the possibilities of rhythmic electronic beats, melodies and vocals with sprinkles of jazz, soul, afro-beat, and disco while keeping the vibe deep. Devail was born Devail José da Silva in 1955 in São Luiz do Paraitinga (SP), one of many talented family members and drawing inspiration from his father and older brothers. Devail began his career as guitarist at age 14 and went playing in several dance bands in the Paraíba Valley and region, developing a taste for musical diversity.

The song “Sinta-se” is an evocative deep house number with rolling percussive elements, flowing synth pads, and warm bass pulses accompanying Devail captivating and haunting vocal. The song was inspired by the observation that people always seek your light and happiness outside of themselves, without realizing it. In addition to the superb original Leandro P. also provides a Broken Beat Mix which adds some distinctive rhythmic interplay to the proceedings. Heavy remixes by New Yorkers Franke Estevez (West End Records, Jellybean Soul), and Jaymz Nylon (Nylon Trax) take an already out of this sphere track to uncharted soundscapes. Closing out the package, Lusi Mel and Monocles & Slezz, sons of South Africa, AKA the new house music capital of the world, seal their remixes of “Sinta-se” in internal deepness.

Abicah Soul - “Nice package.”
Spiritual Blessings - “Lusi Mel made a deep, deep remix on this. Wow! I also love in a special way what Franke Estevez and Monocles & Slezz made … great grooves and remixes.”
Q-Burns Abstract Message - “Lusi Mei’s mix is the one for me … atmospheric and evocative and … yes, indeed … deep!”
Nick Holder - “Dope!”
Kai Alcé - “Nice and deep.”
DJ Bool (Jerk House Connection) - “Classy groove … deep and soulful. I adore this.”
Aja Allsop (Ketch A Vibe Radio Show) - “Seriously kicks a beat … we love it!”
Joey Silvero (Distant People) - “Smooth and easy feel … I like the percussion and Rhodes piano.”
Deepshizzol - “NIce deepness right here! Lusi Mel’s mix is the cut … great work!”
DJ Nova (Rodon FM, Greece) - “The Jaymz Nylon remix is raw house with an Afro-Brazilian chant that attracts you like a magnet.”
DJ Deeka (Radioactive FM, New Zealand) - “I’ve been missing this kind of vibe … nice percussion grooves and deep vocals.”
Michael Fossati (Spirit Of House) - “A stellar remix by Monocles & Slezz giving the track an eternal deep house touch.”
Dean Serafini (JJazproJect) - “A refreshing vibe with really distinctive vocals.”
Eddy Spirit (Spirit Crew) - “Nylon Trax continues to offer delicate gifts for all those who love the deep afro sound. The Monocles & Slezz Groove Soul Dub is particularly a sure shot for the dance floor.”

Available now from Beatport.

Leandro P. feat. Daniel Reis On Keys - African Seed (Nylon Trax)

Nylon Trax is pleased to present “African Seed,” its first single from the Sao Paulo-based DJ Leandro P., joined on keys by Daniel Reis. Leandro P. (given name: Leandro Pereira) is a staple of the Brazilian deep house scene, DJ’ing at renowned club events like Deep Soul Sessions, Ritual House, and Grooveland Party as well as broadcasting his weekly Ritual House Sessions radio show on Discotheque Radio. His sets are known for blending all the possibilities of rhythmic electronic beats, melodies and vocals with sprinkles of jazz, soul, afrobeat, and disco while keeping the vibe deep. “African Seed” introduces Leandro P.‘s talent like a fifty foot wave on our shores with its soulful, percussive feel and enticingly exotic overtones. The “African Seed” refers to Africa as the cradle of civilization, its seed spawning all of us. This heavy thought comes through in the track’s pensive atmosphere, carefully layered pads, and Daniel Reis’ melodic keyboard embellishments. Reis comes through with more prominence in the Organ Mix which features a delightful solo running over the cut’s heartbeat.

Jaymz Nylon delivers the first of a pair of remixes, not only accentuating the beats through his distinctive ‘afro-tech’ rhythm programming, but also accentuating the song’s message with an added spoken vocal. Indeed, Jaymz Nylon could not simply remix the track, but also lent his butter baritone voice and djembe, turning this already great tune into an epic one. The second remix is courtesy of Old Man Yellow, a bright new talent coming out of the Emerald City of Seattle. This evocative version rounds out the project with solid, late night floor flavor, a dirty kick, sophisticated keys, and a deep and sensual bass line. It’s another top notch release from the trusted tastemakers at Nylon Trax, and just the first offering planned with the promising Leandro P.

Boddhi Satva - “Truly feeling the original mix.”
Marques Wyatt - “This is a nice EP.”
Glenn Underground - “The Organ Mix can be worked nicely.”
Abicah Soul - “Love it.”
Dr. Bob Jones - “Love the production on this. Quality, inspirational music. Full support - no problem.”
Daz-I-Kue (Bugz In The Attic) - “I’m feeling this hard.”
Joey Silvero (Distant People) - “A classy deep sound and uplifting mood throughout a good selection of mixes.”
Andy Compton (The Rurals) - “Groovy stuff!”
Kai “KZR” Alce (NDATL Muzik) - “All mixes have some late night action to offer.”
Haldo (Proceed Records) - “Deep … deep … great track! Will play for sure.”
Evan Landes (Groove Junkies) - “Hypnotic and dope. Feelin’ this!”
Christos Kedras (Kapa Music) - “Great package. The percussion action on the original is fantastic and the vocal is a fitting addition on the Jaymz Nylon mix. Both in the bag!”
Hippie Torrales - “Such a great groove and feel.”
Stephan Hoellermann (Balance Alliance) - “Oh, I love the original mix and the Old Man Yellow remix. I’ll play this for sure!”
Bootsy (For The Love Radio Show) - “Jaymz Nylon introduces some proper late 80s spoken word house vibes to this. Quality!”
Michael Fossati (Spirit Of House) - “An amazing timeless production oozing with nothing but soul and wonderful melodies.”

Available now from Juno Download and Beatport.