Theo Parrish – DJ Kicks: Detroit Forward [K7414LP]

Growing up in Chicago, later Detroit-based music producer, Theo Parrish is internationally well known for his own inimitable downtempo house music style. The approach Parrish took to compiling DJ-Kicks was very ambitious, inviting his Detroit peers to produce a collection of brand new material, and in turn creating the first ever all exclusive entry to the esteemed series. “Detroit creates. But rarely imitates. Why? We hear and see many from other places do that with what we originate. No need to follow. Get it straight. In the Great Lakes there are always more under the surface than those that appear to penetrate the top layer of attention and recognition. What about them that defy tradition? Those that side step the inaccurate definitions often given from outside positions? This is that evidence. Enjoy.”

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Theo Parrish – DJ Kicks: Detroit Forward [K7414LP]

Darren Nye – Voyage Of Light [ELUSIVETWO]

In the year 2022, two induvidual electronic entities have formed an alliance; Spacetime Records by Darren Nye and Childhood Intelligence by Venus News Network – morphed into Elusive Intelligence. Darren Nye has been devoted to deep machine-dreaming techno since the 90s, but he’s hit a particularly productive run in the last four years. On “Voyage Of Light” across nine tracks Nye weaves a spectrum of sci-fi tales with the textbook tools – warm, expressive synth lines and crisp, intricate drum machine patterns.

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Darren Nye – Voyage Of Light [ELUSIVETWO]

Theory Of Movement – Parade Musicale [WTMC001]

Theory of movement is back with new music, the collaboration project between Dan Piu & Grant released their last EP back in 2018 . With this EP they blend all shades of classic sounding atmospherique house with their special twist. B2 features a collaboration with Parbleu and create late night blissful cut. This EP inaugurates Grant’s new label, When The Morning Comes Records.

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Theory Of Movement – Parade Musicale [WTMC001]

Trinidadian Deep – Sonic Movements EP [OBIA003]

Obia Records third instalment has arrived with “Sonic Movements EP”. This ritual is guided by Caribbean producer Trinidadian Deep who delves deep into the spirit of the cosmos with a highly percussive and spacious chords filled EP. The main track “Sonic Movements” quickly evolves from rhythm filled percussion to beautiful pads and infectious piano solos. Accompanied by exceptional synth work this track captures the listener attention from start to finish.

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Trinidadian Deep – Sonic Movements EP [OBIA003]

Takuya Matsumoto – 85 – 88 [CJFD34]

Takuya Matsumoto’s tribute to the heydaze with four beautifully crafted tracks. Touching all the bases of influence from the early years of House Music. This EP takes us all the way back…

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Takuya Matsumoto – 85 – 88 [CJFD34]

Alton Miller – Love Don’t Pass Me By EP [SS089]

Sound Signature welcome the return of Detroit hero Alton Miller for a classy single graced with the vocals of KB, with the thoughtful addition of an instrumental on the flip for those so minded. The result is some extremely classy, luxurious sounding deep house music with a touch of the lounge about it. A track that certainly plays its cards cautiously rather than banging them down on the table all at the same time, but one that will build the atmosphere of your early evening set up subtly but surely.

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Alton Miller – Love Don’t Pass Me By EP [SS089]

Fred P – Out All Night EP [SNF087]

The next release on Shall Not Fade comes from none other than deep house legend, Fred P. Also renowned for his musical offerings as Black Jazz Consortium, the New York-bred, Berlin-based producer is accredited with over 100 releases, all instantly recognisable given their warmth, depth and modesty. ‘Out All Night’ EP is no exception, containing three instant classics which range from the more playful, skippier side of the house spectrum to a deeper, more contemplative one.

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Fred P – Out All Night EP [SNF087]

Fred P / Specter & Jose Rico – Yellow Jackets Vol.4 [YJ004]

Yellow Jackets number four follows the direction of the previous releases with more phat jams spread on a vinyl only 12’. Fred P offers the rhythmic yet melodic and spiritually engaging ‘Inspired By Dopeness’. Chicago’s own Specter and Madrid’s Josè Rico, who often work together as Our Own Organization, go extradeep, raw and hipnotic on the other side with the aptly titled ‘You Don’t Believe’.

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Fred P / Specter & Jose Rico – Yellow Jackets Vol.4 [YJ004]

The Bermuda Triangle – The Bermuda Triangle EP [UCP004]

Legendary Vibraphone Records re-issues another holy grail “The Bermuda Trinagle” from 1992. The Bermuda Triangle is a pseudonym of The True Underground Sound Of Rome and is composed by Mauro Tannino and Stefano Di Carlo.

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The Bermuda Triangle – The Bermuda Triangle EP [UCP004]

Mark E – Leaning Into The Light EP [DOG90]

Delusions Of Grandeur welcomes underground UK house hero Mark E for his debut release for the label. Mark E has crafted a distinct and original sound that is uniquely blue collar and utilitarian classic, deep house, with a tinge of disco warmth. The “Leaning Into The Light” EP is taking us on a deep trip across five stunning and expansive productions which will leave you well and truly spellbound.

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Mark E – Leaning Into The Light EP [DOG90]

GB – Yamaheaters EP [TSEP888]

Here we have another offering from GB on his Technoindigenous Studies label. The spirit of all his Gifted & Blessed productions remains, but this time the tools used to create the music differ. Upon finding what he thought was an old broken toy Yamaha keyboard tossed in a trash bin, GB decided to take the toy home and see what it did. For years it sat unused while he kept creating with his usual analogue setup, but he later realized that hidden within the toy keyboard was a vast array of sounds which, via MIDI, he used to produce this offering. Here were have five pieces made with that little old Yamaha synth. This approach sums up what technoindigenous studies is all about: using the technology of those before him to explore uncharted territory with a modern twist.

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GB – Yamaheaters EP [TSEP888]

Peter Raou – Cables Wynd House EP [RJWM000]

Peter Raou’s work is deeply inspired by the hardware which he utilizes and most recently has drawn inspiration from the social culture of Leith and Scottish Slang in general. With his latest record ‘Cables Wynd House’ his sound spreads out and explores its absolute limits.

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Peter Raou – Cables Wynd House EP [RJWM000]

Chris Brann – Studies In Form [SEN006]

Communique Records USA, reactivated the superb house-sublabel Sensuist Records and SEN006 comes from Chris Brann also known for the The Ananda Project and Wamdue Project. The first re-issue since 1997 will be available on solid 180 Gramm vinyl.

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Chris Brann – Studies In Form [SEN006]

Thomas Cox – 9371 EP [QED01]

Long time deep head Thomas Cox debuts his new label Q.E.D. Recordings with his first solo release. Sounding like these house jams were composed and then stashed at the bottom of the Monogahela River, this three tracker drips with the rusted out grime Pittsburgh was notorious for in its pre-gentrification era.

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Thomas Cox – 9371 EP [QED01]

Theo Parrish feat. Marcellus Pittman – Ooh Bass [SS088]

Theo Parrish and Marcellus Pittman’s collaborations run deep, from those seminal Essential Selections 12″s some 20 years ago through to the T.O.M Project with Omar S, the 3 Chairs super group and on and on. In the usual Sound Signature style, a new link-up between the two Detroit legends arrives with a minimum on fanfare, just a killer jam with all the grit and soul you’d hope for from this pair. The drum levels push and pull in the mix from red line pressure to back seat driving, while a mellow blur of soul sampling comes calling through the mist until the titular low end glues everything together. It’s understated and casual brilliance, everything a Sound Signature club drop should be.

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Theo Parrish feat. Marcellus Pittman – Ooh Bass [SS088]