Mr. Beatnick – Formed In The Stance EP [DBA021]

August 3, 2015February 13, 2018 hipodromedeep house, don't be afraid, house, mr. beatnick, nick wilsonLeave a comment

Mr. Beatnick returns to DBA after a two year hiatus following his Synthetes Trilogy series, with a new direction and a 4 track EP which represents his most floor-focussed work to date. Opening cut Stutter is an immaculately crafted deep techno bomb which features the trademark sound familiar to fans of the London producer’s work, whilst title track Formed In The Stance and flip-side Obsidian Morning explore an eyes-down, moody, broken sound which will no doubt ring a bell for devotees of the seminal Co-Op nights.

Perseus Traxx – ILA007 [ILA007]

July 30, 2015September 29, 2023 hipodromeacid house, balkan vinyl, deep house, i love acid, nigel rogers, perseus traxxLeave a comment

Seventh release in the I Love Acid series. Perseus Traxx in action with some lush acid techno – melodies submerged in deep reverb amongst clattering drum machines and 303 snarls. All original analogue kit, all the real deal.

Kate Simko & Tevo Howard – Theme Track EP [LNOE044]

July 30, 2015March 19, 2019 hipodromebaz, deep house, fred p, kate simko, last night on earth, tevo howardLeave a comment

Kate Simko and Tevo Howard are known for creating out of the box and genre-bending productions. Now, the native Chicagoans announce their ‘Theme Track EP,’ giving music lovers a taste of things to come from the album. Closing the EP in the spirit of PolyRhythmic, renowned New York producer Fred P (aka Black Jazz Consortium) delivers a masterful remix of ‘PolyRhythmic Theme’.

Fingers Inc. – Another Side [ML9001LP]

July 27, 2015July 4, 2022 hipodromealbum, alleviated records, chicago house, deep house, fingers inc., larry heard, re-release, reissue, robert owens, ron wilsonLeave a comment

Some 17 years after it’s original release, Fingers Inc’s expansive debut album, Another Side, remains one of the greatest deep house full-lengths of all time. Here, the album gets the re-master and re-issue treatment, with the original double vinyl set being expanded to a triple to guarantee loud cuts for club play. While there are plenty of well-known Heard and co classics present – “Mysteries of Love”, “Bring Down The Walls”, “Can You Feel It” etc. – it’s actually the long-forgotten album tracks that really hit the spot. It’s on these moments – often influenced as much by ’80s soul and synth-pop as acid and Chicago jack-tracks – that Larry Heard, Robert Owens and Ron Wilson really cut loose.

Rick Wade – Storng Arm [RYMD002]

July 27, 2015August 5, 2020 hipodromedeep house, deep88, detroit house, emotion, rick wade, rymdLeave a comment

WADE, Rick - Strong Arm EP

Detroit legend Rick Wade is back with a nice new EP on Rymd. First up “Strong Arm” is the kind of real proper deep house that is often imitated but hardly matched. From the unmistakable knack of its groove to its swirling and mesmerising Rhodes in the foreground. “Funkopolis” gets deeper and as the name suggests has a totally killer bassline and just generally awesome soul goodness going on. Proper Detroit style representing here. Italians Deep 88 and Emotion (Ignacio) turn in some surprisingly good remixes on the flip that do their job well by not deviating too much from the originals and reworking the grooves into decent alternate versions.

Moomin – Fuck Reality 02 [FR002]

July 27, 2015July 31, 2018 hipodromedeep house, fuck reality, moomin, sebastian genz, smallville recordsLeave a comment

The second release on the Fuck Reality label comes from Smallville regular Moomin, aka German producer Sebastian Genz. While flipsides “Room 207” and “Right On” are as deep, woozy, starry and twinkling as you’d expect from the long-established deep house producer, it’s A-side “You Are Sweet Sweet” that will undoubtedly attract most attention. It’s effectively an unofficial remix of Candi Staton’s dancefloor anthem “You Got The Love”, with the legendary vocalist’s iconic vocal riding a chunky, organic deep house cut big on rolling, disco-influenced percussion, chiming melodies and rich chords.

Brian Harden – The Essence Of Chicago [PERP005]

July 23, 2015May 16, 2018 hipodromebrian harden, chicago house, deep house, dj quad, perpetual rhythmsLeave a comment

The Chicago based Perpetual Rhythms label welcomes long time Chicago artist Brian Harden for the its 5th release. This EP offers 3 solid tracks, including a remix by Dj Quad; all of which represent the many facettes of Chicago House & Techno…Deep, Soulful, & Banging.

DJ Jus Ed / Mr. G – Goatee EP [UQ061]

July 18, 2015May 8, 2023 hipodromecolin mcbean, deep house, deep techno, jus ed, mr. g, underground qualityLeave a comment

For the latest outing on his prolific Underground Quality label, deep house veteran Jus Ed is joined by veteran UK techno maestro Mr G. Each producer delivers two tracks in their trademark styles. Unsurprisingly Mr G’s tracks are tough, stripped-back, atmospheric and heavy, with the hypnotic spookiness of “Freakshow” just edging out the bumpin’ beats, weighty bass and minor key chords of “Billares Londres The Rum”. In contrast, there’s an inherent tunefulness about Jus Ed’s two analogue deep house jams. Choose between the subtle steel drum melodies, sinewy synth-strings and Balearic house grooves of “GoTee Stroke”, and the ultra-deep dub house flex of “Heaven Sent”.

Ike Release – Dance Equations EP [SMRT001]

July 18, 2015March 31, 2020 hipodromechicago house, deep house, ike release, ike velez, northside '82, smart barLeave a comment

Chicago institution Smart Bar launched a new record label with curators The Black Madonna and Argot/Tasteful Nudes boss Steve Mizek, naming it Northside ’82 after the neighborhood and year the club was founded in. The inaugural release comes from Resident Smart Bar DJ Ike Release who sources inspiration from early Midwestern house music for his Dance Equations EP.

Hidden Spheres – Waiting For A Minute [HAWAII001]

July 18, 2015May 23, 2023 hipodromedeep house, distant hawaii, hidden spheres, lobster theremin, tom harrisLeave a comment

Super not-secret summer business from the Lobster family. Four luscious, beach-coasting, jet-skiing tracks inspired by the soul of Detroit via Manchester producer Hidden Spheres. Vocal tracks that undulate with ‘mmm’s and ‘uuuh’s for the real deal summer feel. Sweeping Rhode lines, organic percussion to make the thumbs raw and those deep, woofing basses that just keep on giving. Hidden Spheres going for the jugular.

Ron Obvious – Group Mind [LBP003]

July 18, 2015July 5, 2023 hipodromedeep house, l.b. produce, ron obviousLeave a comment

L.B. Produce return for their third release. Ron Obvious takes the helm this time round and delivers four sweltering, club ready house tracks. Deep, pounding bass pulled straight from the D, transient machine percussion, emotive pad work and some choice vocal snippets.

STL – Simply Positive [SMALLVILLE043]

July 9, 2015August 3, 2021 hipodromedeep house, smallville records, stephan laubner, stlLeave a comment

STL - Simply Positive

Stephan ‘STL’ Laubner’s new release on Smallville Records features two deep house tracks.Opener “Heaven’s Vape” (we chuckled, at least) peppering a rubbery, low-end groove with tuneful synthesizers and glistening electronics. There’s a similar love-of-life demonstrated on flipside “Joy Operator”, with winding synth motifs, lazy synth-strings and tumbling electronics draped over a notably bullish, forthright groove. Both tracks are typical of Smallville’s output, but rather less obtuse than Laubner’s usual fare.

Tambien – Ondule [KITJEN002]

July 9, 2015September 20, 2019 hipodromedeep house, kitjen, kornel kovacs, tambienLeave a comment

The second Kitjen 12″ released come from Tambien. The trio’s particular take on house – left-of-centre, but deliciously warm and inviting – comes to the fore on “Ondule”. The track is hard to pin down, with dreamy Balearic electronics and rich organ chords rising and falling over a twisting, skittish drum machine rhythm. Kornel Kovacs delivers the flipside remix, utilizing the Munich outfit’s wonderful chords and melodies whilst attaching his own throbbing, Italo-influenced deep house groove.

Hunee – Hunch Music [RHM016]

July 7, 2015March 28, 2024 hipodromealbum, deep house, hun choi, hunee, rush hourLeave a comment

Hunee aka Hun Choi presents his debut album “Hunch Music”. “Hunch Music” is the striking assembly of the artist’s versatile inspirations and productional talent. It is a rich musical journey that latches onto you and doesn’t let go easily. “Hunch Music” is rather special: it is a cinematic journey from the beginning to the end, with scenes we haven’t encountered before. It starts with “Woods” as the perfect introduction – a moody, mystic night haze that quickly changes into a warm and soothing whole. Following with “Crossroads”, the mystery transcends into something that moves us to the dance floor, and we’re not sure whether we want to keep moving or we just want to listen. “Hunch Music” has a nocturnal aura, an organic groove, and moments of glorious acid. It takes us up and throws us down, gently, while subjecting us to many cinematic and musical elements. For an artist who is also an avid vinyl collector, it might be difficult to ensure that his numerous inspirations do not distract from his artistic signature. Hunee’s production work is as colorful as his character, displaying a broad spectrum of his inspirations that manifest themselves in a surprising and seductive artistic entity.

rushhour / juno

The True Underground Sound of Rome – The Bermuda Triangle (1992 – 2005) [VIBR001]

July 7, 2015May 5, 2026 hipodromealbum, chicco furlotti, deep house, leo young, mauro tannino, minimal vision, re-release, reissue, stefano di carlo, the true underground sound of rome, vibraphone recordsLeave a comment

TRUE UNDERGROUND SOUND OF ROME, The - The Bermuda Triangle (1992-2015)

Despite only a few releases, the Electronic deep house sound of Vibraphone Records and the production team behind it had a major impact on the international 1990’s dance scene. The original 90’s vinyl are now considered precious collectors items. Revitalized by an increasingly new young audience interest this label has reached a cult status and it is now been re-launched via Juno Records. Produced by The True Underground Sound of Rome team all the tracks included in this re-released are characterized by a heavenly atmosphere and a cinematic sound. This 2 X 12″ EP contains the analog re-mastered version of the original 6 tracks first released in 1992 plus 2 new bonus tracks.

VA – Freebeat 04 [FREEBEAT004]

July 7, 2015July 6, 2021 hipodromedarand land, deep house, freebeat, jose rico, leonid, miltiadesLeave a comment

The enigmatic Freebeat label drops the fourth release as a collaborative effort from four deep house heavyweights. Leonid aka Paul Smith comes through with the mighty “Can’t Stop” on the A-side, a full-bodied cut with plenty of synth magic, followed by Miltiades and the slow-burning sway of “Xnn”. On the flipside, there’s a sweet and soulful house cut from DaRand Land in the form of “In Earnest”, and two pieces of off-the-wall mentalism from Jose Rico, one of which takes a totally beatless approach.

Brian Harden – Beyond Chicago EP [SLPVNL003]

July 7, 2015November 12, 2018 hipodromeanaxander, brian harden, deep house, soul print recordingsLeave a comment

This Soul Print release comes with two strong Detroit-tinged electronic deep house tracks by US deep house legend Brian Harden and one remix of French producer Anaxander.

Napoleon Cherry – When You Had The Chance [PPU068]

July 7, 2015July 6, 2015 hipodromedeep house, funk, napoleon cherry, peoples potential unlimitedLeave a comment

N.C.M. is the independent production company/label Napoleon Cherry has been working under since the late 80s with releases as Cool Waters and Station To Station. ”When You Had The Chance” is from an unreleased slo-jam session from a few years back.

VA – Rotate Freely [AMR035R]

July 2, 2015February 17, 2026 hipodromealtered moods recordings, chicago house, chicago skyway, deep house, malcolm moore, mick welch, natan hLeave a comment

Californian label Altered Moods Recordings returns in triumphant fashion with one more split 12″. Inspired by the Freerotation festival, label boss Malcolm Moore has called on artists who have either played or attended the cultish Welsh gathering for this Rotate Freely 12″. Along with Moore, Natan H, Chicago Skyway and Mick Welch all contribute.

Borrowed Identity – XXX [CCS098]

June 20, 2015February 23, 2023 hipodromeborrowed identity, circus company, deep house, house, romanianLeave a comment

Circus Company welcomes a new character into the fold in the form of fast-rising artist Borrowed Identity. Across the four tracks on the XXX EP, the perfect balance is struck between powerful rhythmic commands and psychoactive decoration, combining everything needed for a memorable club cut.