SOUL HEAVEN Celebrated it’s Tenth Year with huge celebration of House Music at Ministry of Sound in London, featuring Louie Vega, Jocelyn Brown, Barbara Tucker, Phil Asher, Neil Peirce, Aaron Ross, Sy Sez, Sean McCabe & Adeola Ranson and Soul Heaven residents.
Before the party Louie, Barbara and Phil paid a visit to Black Market Records in Soho to promote the gig and Louie’s new 3CD Compilation Album celebrating 10 Years of House Music with Soul Heaven.
Here are the official video from the night, a promo video for the album and some fan video’s. Thank you for making the last ten years so memorable and making the party such a success, here’s to the next party and the next ten years.
10 YEARS OF SOUL HEAVEN
10 Years of Soul Heaven Compiled & Mixed by Louie Vega
Jocelyn Brown @Soul Heaven 10th Anniversary @ Ministry of Sound Sat 23rd Jan 2010
Jocelyn Brown sings@Soul Heaven 10th Anniversary – Ministry of Sound (London) Jan 2010 [1]
Jocelyn Brown sings@Soul Heaven 10th Anniversary – Ministry of Sound (London) Jan 2010 [2]
Barbara Tucker@Ministry Of Sound, Soul Heaven 10th Anniversary – London 2010
OUT NOW Jonny Montana Feat. Stephanie Cooke “I owe U” – SHR032
Soul Heaven records is proud to introduce Jonny Montana and Stephanie Cooke a musical match made in heaven. “I owe U” without a doubt a large record to kick off 2010. Deep, Soulful, spiritual and beautifully constructed, this record is what we’re all about in the new decade. Jonny gives both mixes the magic touch laying down his trademark of sumptuous keys, organs and jazzy riffs while the heavenly vocals of Stephanie are the real icing on the cake.
Close your eyes and drift away to this in 2010..
TRACKLISTING
1. Jonny Montana ft. Stephanie Cooke – I Owe U (Original Mix)
2. Jonny Montana ft. Stephanie Cooke – I Owe U (Original Instrumental Mix)
3. Jonny Montana ft. Stephanie Cooke – I Owe U (Alternative Vocal Mix)
4. Jonny Montana ft. Stephanie Cooke – I Owe U (Alternative Instrumental Mix)
Mixed, produced, arranged and mastered by: Jonny Montana for Camio Soul Productions.
Lyrics and vocal performance by: Stephanie Cooke.
Keys by: Bennett Holland
Additional Keys: Jonny Montana
Published by: moreaboutmusic
ON VINYL FROM ALL GOOD RECORD STORES SOULHEAVEN VINYL CUTS -1
BUY EP DIRECT FROM HERE:
http://www.primedirectdist.co.uk/promo/SHR031/SHR031.HTM Arnold Jarvis & DJN Project – ”Wake Up” – Original Mix
Restless soul presents Lady Alma – “Call Him” – . Main Vocal Mix
Bopstar ft. Zara McFarlane - “Captured” – Restless Soul Main Mix Catalog Number: SHR031 Artist: Soul Heaven Records Title: Soul Heaven Vinyl Cuts 1 1. Arnold Jarvis & DJN Project – “Wake Up” – Original Mix 2. Restless soul presents Lady Alma – “Call Him” – . Main Vocal Mix 3. Bopstar ft. Zara McFarlane - “Captured” – Restless Soul Main Mix Additional contact & track info: Track a1 “Wake Up” – Vocals by Arnold Jarvis Guitars by LVM of Nasty Beat Makers Keys by John Crockett Track b1 “Call Him” – Produced by Phil Asher for restless soul productions Vocals by Lady Alma Keys by Mark de Clive-Lowe Drums & Percussion by Phil Asher
Track b2 “Captured” - Remixed by Phil Asher for restless soul Productions Keys by Julian Bendall Bass by Phil Asher Drums & perc by Phil Asher Mixed by Toni Economides Originally produced and recorded by Bopstar Vocals performed by Zara McFarlane Arnold Jarvis & DJN Project – ”Wake Up” – Original Mix “Wake Up” is a groove-filled joyride with a conscious edge from Soul Heaven Records. Arnold Jarvis makes this tune come alive with his velvet smooth vocals. “We wanted to say something positive to people”, Arnold Jarvis admits. DJN Project chose Arnold Jarvis to feature this song because of its encouraging message, and also because of the respect Mr. Jarvis has earned in the house music industry. “He’s at a level where people listen to what he has to say”, says Rick G. This package is enhanced by super-hot remixes from John Crockett, Master Kev & Tony Lareto that are sure to destroy the clubs! Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to “Wake Up” The one and only Arnold Jarvis teams up with DJN Project for the old school flavored “Wake up” featuring killer keys and piano alongside a lovely guitar and Arnold Jarvis’ velvet vocals, all perfectly arranged over a funk drenched percussion enriched groove. The dub gives the track a deepened mesmeric feel, while Master Kev & Tony Loreto contribute an underground-ish thumper featuring a wicked organ ride. John Crockett’s laidback melodious interpretation features fantastic jazzed-up keys over an organic backing. Also included is a marvelous down tempo r&b version of the original oozing with plenty of soul. Produced by Ruben «Swift» Vidal For DJN Project Thanx again for the hotness. Really great song Arnold strikes again -Abicah Musik Great production with a legend in house music on vocal duties, look forward to smashing this at the Vocal Booth party in Spain this weekend plus future Multi Storey Soul events in Dublin, remix package looks smokin!!! - Alan O’ Malley Absolutly love this !!!! Been crying out for some good Soulful bits for the show wicked !!! – Thomas 3 Beat Records It is refreshing to hear one of the legends of House music singers still doing his thing. Will hit it off this week – DjPope/POJI/Baltimore Many thanks for this – I’m a huge fan of Arnold and this is great. Will definitely support on the radio shows and earlier gigs! – Mark Robinson Peppermint Jam
thx fleur! hot hot hot tune!! mr. jarvis is one of my favs!! – jamie thinnes seasons recordings / seasons cloth / seasons sportfishing
Kudos to you for keeping it Soulful. Lovely tune – DJ Clarence Restless soul presents Lady Alma – “Call Him” – . Main Vocal Mix “Call him” is produced by Phil Asher, one of the founding members of the Restless Soul production team, and features the incomparable Lady Alma on vocals. From the very first second, the seriously infectious funk soaked groove, Lady Alma’s celestial vocals and the luscious keys courtesy of Mark de Clive-Lowe will grab your attention, and then there is this incredible funky break in the middle of the track. The ‘Deep Dub’ intensifies the vibe with enchanting percussion, a hypnotically stormin’ backing and seductive melodies. The package comes complete with instrumentals, bonus grooves and an accapella version.
Written by Mike Fossati (s <http://spiritofhouse.com/> )
Phil Asher is one of the founding member of the restless soul Production Team & also resident with Soul Heaven since 2001. He is one of the most respected djs & record producers to come out of the uk & is known through out the world for his quality productions & remixes & his uncompromising attitude to the music he makes & Djs. We absolutely love this collaboration he has done with the amazingly talented Lady Alma. They worked previously on productions with Mark De Clive-Lowe & more recently on Phlash & Friends -Deep Electronic Sound album. Lady Alma first came to the public’s attention on King Britt’s acclaimed 1998 LP, When The Funk Hits the Fan as part of his groundbreaking Sylk 130 collective. Since then she has been catapulted to senior solo status, exemplified by the 20-plus barrage of irresistible songs she’s blessed with her choral magic – among them, Fanatix’ stunning “Higher” and “Gimme That Music” from Masters At Work’s In The House compilation (Osiris); Rednose Distrikt’s “Gotta Make A Move” (Rush Hour), 4Hero’s anthemic “Hold It Down” (Talkin’ Loud)
The urging beats and backing on “Call Him” from restless soul and Lady Alma’s celestial, entreating vocals make for a package which smoothes it’s way into your heart and head.
Oh yeah loving Call Him nice and funky but still soulful – DjPope
Incredible production from Phil Asher once again and Lady Alma kills it, definitely going to be in serious rotation! – Master Kev
Wow! Love this, seriously hypnotic groove, and a proper Dub. I’m all over this – Pollo
This is very hot! – Luis Radio
Big one again! – Dj Mannix
Produced by Phil Asher for restless soul productions Bopstar ft. Zara McFarlane - “Captured” – Restless Soul Main Mix
Soulheaven Records kicks off 2009 with the Restless Soul Remix of ”Captured” from the fresh talent of UK producer Bopstar whose eclectic yet soulful beats are skillfully reworked by Phil Asher. This together with the unique tone of Jazz Diva Zara McFarlane provides a memorable track with a great base line for the dance floor. “Phil Asher (Restless Soul) always on it!” LOUIE VEGA
“Another Slammin Release From The Soulheaven Crew” MR V
“Yo this record is crazy!!! i love the melody of the hook….” DJ TERRY HUNTER
“Great” DANNY KRIVIT
“This is absoluteley Dope” MASTER KEV
“Rookin” KARIZMA
“Absolutely Beautiful! Congrats” OSUNLADE
“This is a Hoott” DJ POPE
FEATURING IN KENNY DOPE, ROLAND CLARK &
DJ TERRY HUNTER’S TOP TEN Remixed by Phil Asher for restless soul Productions
Originally produced and recorded by Bopstar
Pressed and distributed by Prime Direct Distribution.
SHR030 OUT NOW ON SOULHEAVEN RECORDS
AphroDisiax featuring Tasita D’Mour
Gotta Keep On Movin (AphroDisiax – Sy Sez and Gavin Peters)
Published by Tone D’mour Music
Catalog Number: SHR030
Soul Heaven Records is proud to present the AphroDisiax “Gotta Keep On Movin” their premier tech soul release on the label, with its techy rhythm, deep infectious groove, fat bassline and the voice of Tasita D’mour with a soulful vocal sweeter than ma’s apple pie. Also Dj Garphie steps up with his Soulful, live and deep mix with beautiful keys, funky live bass and a driving kick drum from heaven. All in all just the package you need in your wallet what ever the occasion.
Tracklisting
1 main mix
2 instrumental
3 dub
4 dubstrumental
5 accapella
6 Dj Garphie think! house main mix *
7 Dj Garphie think! house instrumental mix *
DJ REACTIONS:
One of the releases of the year for me on Soul Heaven, this is another soulful bomb, beautiful song from lady of the moment Tasita, her voice jus keeps growing on me, playlisted well into the new year on my radio show.
10/10
- Alan O’Malley
Complete and strong project with many great different versions. My preferred versions are the Dj Garphie and the dub. Full support, I will play these 2night. Peace.
- Alex Dimitri
I’m loving this record, pure soul - Miguel Davis
Great follow up to the Sean Mccabe release ..Soul Heaven on a roll …
Aphrodisiax turn up the heat ! great package …. great vocals from Tasita D’Mour ! Full support from me !
- Nick Moss
Been Loving this since day 1, Powerfull vocal by Tasita, over a Just as strong Production by the Boys, AphroDisiax for the Mind , Body & Soulfull Dancefloor. BIG.
- Phil Asher
really feeling afrodisiax main mix, tasita sounds wickid another strong release from you guys..
loving the sean mcabe release as well.. nice one.
- The Layabouts
Lovin’ this, really dig Aphrodisiax raw cluby vibe – Great vocal from Tasita D’amour. dj Garphie also delivers the goods.
- Thomas 3B Records
Woooow this is HOT!! Absolute fantastic production! Love the groove and vocals. Its allways in my bag and in heavy rotation @ the UDM Radio Show – TOP RATE!
- Mark Stone
Thanks for this promo! We are still playing a lot the Sean McCabe single, it went down really well also at Southport during Tony’s set..
- Jacko Tony Records
Absolutely love this release. Aphrodisiax are doing the do this year. Will be in my bag for a while. It is sure to be a big favourite on my show on Passion FM
- Pollo
REVIEWS:
Hot on the heels of their current club smash “A little more love” by Sean McCabe, SoulHeaen drop the next bomb in form of AphroDisax’ “Gotta keep on movin’”, a slice of remorseless tech-soul built around a deep infectious groove, captivating chord melodies and outstanding vocals by Tasita D’Mour. The dub mixes deepen the feel and give it a moody edge, while DJ Garphie relaxes the vibe and uses delicious keys on his funk drenched remixes which ooze with an organic live feel.
Mike Fossati
“Spirit of House”
AphroDisiax’s tough, dark but soulful track has “peak-time” written all over it. Strong beats and beautiful rhythmic synths are set for clubbers to do nothing but dance and shake their heads from side to side in time. Tasita’s vocal gradually creeps in and builds towards the chorus and compliments the track backing her wonderfully. DJ Garphie’s think! House vocal mix takes a jazzier, popping approach with lots of movement and certainly a lot of bounce!
hkclubbing.com
original mixes
Written By AphroDisiax – Sy Sez and Gavin Peters , Tasita D’Mour, P. Stone-Lewis
Published By D’Mour Music
Produced by Sy Sez and Gavin Peters for AphroDisiax Productions COPYRIGHT CONTROL 2009
Vocals by Tasita D’Mour
Drums programmed by: Sy Sez, Gavin Peters and Jamie ‘Funk’ Fairley
Keys by Rob H
Mixed by Toni ‘the don’ Economides
Vocals recorded by Sy Sez and Gavin Peters in the Bamboo Forest Studios, North London
Dj Garphie remix
* Keys by Garphie
* Produced by Dj Garphie @ think house studio’
* Drums programmed by: Garphie
* Bass guitar by Charlie Fryer
* Mixed by Garphie and Steve Smith @ room with a view studio’s
AphroDisiax thanks :
We give thanks to…
Fleur, Kenny, Neil & Aaron, Phlash, Wardy + rest of the Soul Heaven massive, Rob H for keys, Jamie ‘Funk’ Fairley, Toni ‘the don’ Econimedes, Tasita the ultimate professional, Patrick Stone-Lewis, Josh (aka Arise), Matt Bandy, Mr Marlow, Arnold Jarvis, Bugz massive: Orin Walters, Mark Force + Kaidi! Garphie, Simma xx, Mr Jimi, Kingy, M.C, Lauren, Dan Fletcher, Damian Charles, XS + PB family, Mark Potts, David ‘jus house recs’ crew!
And all the djs, producers + music lovers alike to whom this track will hopefully find its way into your life
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Catalog Number: SHR029 Artist: Sean McCabe & Adeola Ranson Title: A Little More Love (Sean McCabe, Adeola Ranson) Published by Tone Control Music
Sean McCabe brings you his expertly produced cut courtesy of soul heaven records, ‘A little more love’ is yet another massive release with a whisper of how quality House used to be. A funky, pounding, relentless bassline, subtle effects, whirring organs and effective use of Adeola Ranson’s vocals combine to devastating effect, The result another gem for your wallet and a sure fire way of getting any dancefloor moving. But don’t just take our word for it, Tracklisting: 1. A Little More Love – Sean McCabe Main Vocal Mix * 2. A Little More Love – Sean McCabe Main Instrumental Mix * 3. A Little More Love – Sean’s Little More Dub Mix * 4. A Little More Love – Sean’s Little More Dubstrumental *
DJ REACTIONS: A little more love is an instant dancefloor killer ! Silky smooth production with an old skool flavor …Sean delivers the magic with a pure soulful bomb ! Lovin both mixes esp the killer dub mix ! Full Support ! Strong release ! - Groove Assassin
Fantastic single – great groove – really feeling Sean’s work – full support - Hector Romero
Cool soulful production 9-10 – Danny Rampling I really like this track - Danny Krivit Sean McCabe hits the soul with another classic sounding piece of Music, strong drum’s, powerful music and a dope vocal by Adeola, I will be playing this HARD – Phil Asher This a very hot, funky but soulful tune that will definitely hit the rotation asap – DJ Pope As always great soulful stuff from Sean… Full support – Alex Dimitri
If only all house music sounded like this, damn this is smokin’, main mix for me, 10/10″ - Alan O’Malley
Really feelin’ it - Craig Bartlett
Wicked package!! Really like the vocal mix ..Full support! Thanks” – Luis Radio Great release! Classic & quality production all the way! Will support and chart… – Matthew Bandy
THAT’S A HEATER!!!!! – Piranha Head
Lovin’ the vocals from Adeola, man of the moment Sean McCabe kills it on the production. – Thomas 3B Records
· Written By Sean McCabe and Adeola Ranson · Published by Tone Control Music · Administered by Haripa Music UK · Produced by Sean McCabe · Vocals by Adeola Ranson · All Instruments by Sean McCabe except Bass Guitar by Andrew Parry and Guitar Solo by Scott Dennison http://www.myspace.com/seancmccabe http://twitter.com/seanmccabe88 http://twitter.com/AdeolaRanson http://www.adeolaonline.com/
Soul Heaven Resident, the Fanatix Sy Sez, delivers this months mix – see below for track list as well as Sy’s latest Traxsource Top Ten.
Mix Track List
1. Mark Force feat. Lady Alma – Work It Out
2. Omar feat. Stevie Wonder – Feelin You (Henrik Schwarz Mix)
3. Jill Scott – Lonely Whenever You’re Around (Jason B Remix)
4. Jerk House Connection feat. Akram – Each & Every Day (Rocco Deeper Mix)
5. Relo – Gift of Life
6. John Oudo feat. Adeola Ranson – Loving You (Deep Rhythm Vocal Mix)
7. Yass Presents Jay & Tahira – All I’m Asking For (Main Mix)
8. Aaron Ross feat. Natasha Watts – Time To Shine (MuthaFunkaz Remix)
9. Mishal Moore – Oh Lord (MuthaFunkaz Mix)
10. Julius Papp & Charles Spencer feat. Billy Love If It Feels Good (Kenny Dope O’Gutta Remix)
11. Zed Bias feat. Jenna G – Fly
TopTen
“ARTIST”
“TITLE”
“MIX”
“LABEL”
“CATALOG”
1
Mustafa feat. Carlene Graham
Energize
Aphrodisiax
Broken Vox Mix
Staff Productions
New one from my lot AphroDisiax – Kaidi killed it on the keys…
SFP 0008
2
Marc Evans
She Is
MuthaFunkaz
Long Version
Defected
“Love it – Marc Evans has a voice from the Heavens, soulful house at its very finest!!”
MEWAY02DS
3
Kerri Chandler feat. Treasa Diva Fennie
Heal My Heart
Fanatix Main Mix
King Street
Neil & Aaron kill with this one…doing it in the main rooms for me ! Fanatix 4 Life !
KSS 1301D
4
Arnold Jarvis & DJN Project
Wake Up
Original Mix
soul heaven
Arnold Jarvis is one of my faves and delivers nicely on this one … big up Soul Heaven!
SHR028
5
The Layabouts & Kathy Brown
Choices
Restless Soul Vocal Mix
mn2s
Restless Soul banger !! Bassline is sick!!
MN2S078
6
Anto Vitale feat. Tamara Wellons
Out Of This World
Jose Carretas Vocal Mix seasons
“Jose is going from strength to strength out here, great work once again on this remix.”
SL-50
7
The Jinks featuring Lady Alma
Wake Up Running’
main jinks inc
“My boys the Jinks teaming up with Lady Alma – great combo, great production. Always love hearing Alma’s voice….”
JINK016
8
Georg Levin
The Better Life
Restless Soul Vocal Mix
BBE
“Another masterpiece mix from Restless Soul, house music west london style !”
BBE152SDG
9
Oveous Maximus
I Apologize
Atjazz Remix
Yoruba
“Atjazz is peakin right now, a serious trademark sound going on for this top draw remix….”
YS28
10
Circle of Funk
Fear of Time EP
London groove
Slapped Up Soul
Circle of Funk keepin it real with this runnin groove…fits in nicely to my set.
SUS003
Howdy Mr Louie Vega!! Thank you for taking the time to sit down and chill-out with the Saturday Sessions crew ahead of this week’s event….
So first and foremost, tell us a little bit about who you are and what you’re about?
I WAS BORN IN THE BRONX, GREW UP IN THE DAYS OF EARLY HIP HOP, BLOCK PARTIES, DISCO, R & B, SOUL & SALSA (FANIA). I’M A DJ/PRODUCER/IMPRINT/LABEL OWNER, ONE HALF OF MASTERS AT WORK, BAND LEADER OF ELEMENTS OF LIFE, HUSBAND, FATHER AND GRAMMY WINNER. I’M A DOWN TO EARTH KIND OF GUY, ALWAYS THERE TO HELP OTHERS AND HAVE A HUGE LOVE FOR MUSIC. A TRUE FAMILY MAN AND GOOD HUSBAND.
This Saturday is set to be an exciting event with you returning to the Box, what can we expect to hear from you?
WOW, WE HAVE LOTS OF GOOD STUFF, I’M COMING WITH VEGA RECORDS RECORDING ARTISTS AND DJS ANANE VEGA (FROM CAPE VERDE) & BODDHI SATVA (FROM CENTRAL AFRICA REPUBLIC). THEY ARE TWO VERY UNIQUE TALENTS. ANANE’S RESIDENCY IS IN NY AT THE SUBMERCER AND HAS PLAYED NUMEROUS VENUES THIS PAST YEAR. SHE’S DJ’D AT ROOTS NYC (OUR PARTY AT CIELO), HAS OPENED UP WITH A 4 HOUR SET AT PACHA NYC FOR ERIC MORILLO, PLAYED AT SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE CIRQUE DU SOLEIL FAMILY, DJ’D IN ITALY, GREECE, MIAMI, AND NOW WILL DEBUT IN LONDON AT MINISTRY OF SOUND FOR SOUL HEAVEN’S LOUIE VEGA GET TOGETHER. ANANE HAS AN ALBUM COMING SOON ON NERVOUS RECORDS ENTITLED “ANANESWOR LD”. THE RELEASE DATE IS FEB. 16, 2010 PRODUCED BY HER AND I. SHE WILL TOUR EUROPE IN MID FEBRUARY.
BODDHI SATVA’S RESIDES BETWEEN WEST AFRICA AND BELGIUM. HE HAS A RESIDENCY AT HIS OWN PARTY CALLED HOT FUSION IN BELGIUM AND HAS PLAYED WORLDWIDE IN NUMEROUS CLUBS. HE’S HAD THREE SINGLES OUT ON VEGA RECORDS WHICH DID VERY WELL AND NOW IS RECORDING AN ALBUM FOR VEGA RECORDS. WE ARE ACTUALLY MIXING IT NOW AT THIS MOMENT.
Describe your sound in 5 words?
SEXY, SOULFUL, EMOTIONAL, SPIRITUAL, UPLIFTING!!!!!
How does you’re sound and style differ from any other artists?
WE ALL HAVE SOMETHING SPECIAL.
Your lovely wife, Anane Vega will be djing for the first time in UK & performing a live PA is this the first time that you have toured together as djs?
THIS IS THE FIRST TIME WE ARE IN LONDON WITH HER DJING. WE ARE ALL VERY EXCITED, WE JUST PLAYED A BEACH PARTY IN NYC AT WATER TAXI BEACH LIC AND SHE ROCKED!
HER MUSIC IS AFROTECH/WORLD/HOUSE AND MORE. I WILL SAY NO MORE, COME OUT AND EXPERIENCE!!!
What can we expect from the other DJ’s that are playing?
FROM BODDH SATVA YOU WILL EXPECT MODERN ANCESTRY MATERIALIZED THROUGH HIS SOUNDS AND BEATS WITH THE PURPOSE OF RELIEVING THE CROWD FROM PAINS AND STRESSES. ITS AMAZING WATCHING BOTH BODDHI AND ANANE DJ, THEY HAVE POWERFUL PRESENCE AND THEIR SELECTION IS OUT OF THIS WORLD! LONDON IS GOING TO BE RUMBLING!!!!!!
O F COURSE THE SOUL HEAVEN RESIDENTS WILL BE TEARING IT UP AS WELL. NEIL PIERCE, AARON ROSS, SY SEZ, AND THE REST OF OUR CREW!
You’re clearly recognised as one of the leading fathers of soulful house, what does the music mean to you?
THERE WERE MANY BEFORE, I’M FLATTERED YOU THINK SO, ITS A TRUE HONOR.
What inspires you when it comes to making music and choosing a set list?
MAKING MUSIC I GET INSPIRED BY SO MUCH. MY WIFE, MY SON, ARTISTS, MUSICIANS, A PERFORMANCE, A PLACE AROUND THE WORLD, MEMORABLE NIGHTS AT GIGS AND CLUBS IN MY PAST, OH AND MY MUSIC AND RECORD COLLECTION. I BRING LOTS OF MUSIC, I DON’T PLAN THE SET, WHAT HAPPENS WILL HAPPEN. I FEED OFF THE CROWD AND ENERGY OF THE ROOM, ATMOSPHERE AS WELL.
Are there any other DJ/producers that are doing it for you right now?
OSUNLADE, BODDHI SATVA, CULOE DE SONG, MZEE, MANOO, ANANE, ANTONELLO COGHE, AT JAZZ, RANCIDO, ARGY, EZEL, DJINJI BROWN, CARL CRAIG, & THE FRENCH TWINS.
What can we find on your ipod?
DONNIE HATHAWAY, HECTOR LAVOE, STEVIE WONDER, WILLIE COLON, QUINCY JONES, JAMIROQUAI, ALISHA KEYS, OUMOU SANGARE, CHAKA KHAN, D ANGELO, MICHAEL JACKSON, HAVANA CULTURA, JASMINE SULLIVAN, FRANK MCCOMB,
OLIVIER DE SOUL
What are you’re top ten tracks of the moment?
1. BITTER SWEET (LOUIE VEGA/JAY SEALEE MIXES) JULIE MCKNIGHT ATAL MUSIC
2. ANCESTRAL CALLING MZEE NULU MUSIC
3. BANG=2 0THE DRUM SISTER PEARL TRIBE RECORDS
4. LETS GET HIGH (LIFE LOVE MUSIC) ANANE NERVOUS RECORDS/VEGA RECORDS
5. I APOLOGIZE (AT JAZZ REMIX) OVEOUS MAXIMUS YORUBA
8. WAR WITH THE DEVIL JOHNNY DANGEROUS SOLE CHANNEL
9. TAMBOULA (CULOE DE SONG/ARGY) SONSOUNDIATA’S REBELS OFFERING
10. MAHUWELELE MZEE OCHA RECORDS
How did you first get into the music industry?
I STARTED AS A NEIGHBORHOOD DJ, PLAYIN SWEET 16′S AND HIGH SCHOOL PARTIES. I WORKED AT A RECORD POOL BACK IN THE DAY (DOING INVENTORY ON THE PROMO VINYL THAT CAME IN) AND MET MANY PEOPLE IN THE MUSIC
INDUSTRY. THEN I PUT TOGETHER MY OWN EVENTS WITH JOHN RIVERA (A FRIEND FROM MY NEIGHBORHOOD), AND EVENTUALLY STARTED PLAYING AT CLUBS IN NYC.
MY FIRST CLUB WAS DEVIL’S NEST IN THE BRONX, THEN HEARTHROB IN NYC, STUDIO 54, AND MANY OTHERS. I STARTED MAKING MUSIC BECAUSE RECORD EXECUTIVES WOULD COME TO CLUBS I SPUN AT AND ASK IF I’D BE INTERESTED IN DOING REMIXES. THEN IT ALL BEGAN.
If you hadn’t of became a DJ, what do you think you would be doing right now?
I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO FLY PLANES.
Where have you played this year?
ALL OVER: AUSTRALIA, JAPAN, SINGAPORE, PHUKET, ITALY, GREECE, SPAIN, MIAMI, NY, LA, CHICAGO, CANADA AND MORE.
What’s been you’re biggest achievement?
MY BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT HAS BEEN TO WIN A GRAMMY AND TO COMPOSE AND PERFORM THE SONG “ONE DREAM” FOR CIRQUE DE SOLEIL AT THE SUPERBOWL IN MIAMI ALONG WITH ANANE AND ELEMENTS OF LIFE. ( 145 MILLION PEOPLE WATCHED IT LIVE AND WE PERFORMED IN FRONT OF 70,000 PEOPLE IN A STADIUM). ANOTHER ACHIEVEMENT IS THE BODY OF WORK I’VE CREATED ALONG WITH MY PARTNER KENNY DOPE GONZALEZ AS MASTERS AT WORK.
Obviously, you have seen the scene changes throughout the years, how does it differ now to way back then?
ITS WAY DIFFERENT NOW.
Lastly, as we’re sure you are well aware last week the club turned 18! What we’re you doing on your 18th birthday?
WOW, HAPPY BIRTHDAY MINISTRY!!! WHEN I WAS 18 I WAS DJING SOMEWHERE IN THE BRONX.
What’s the most embarrassing song that you have ever played or bought?
I DON’T HAVE ONE.
You’ve played all over the world, where has been you’re favourite place to play?
JAPAN AND ITALY
How do you think the crowds differ in the UK, compared with anywhere else in the world?
UK WAS THE FIRST TO APPRECIATE AND WELCOME US WITH OUR MUSIC, WHICH SHOWED THEY WERE VERY OPEN TO NEW SOUNDS AND MUSIC. WE GOT SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE UK AND WILL NEVER FORGET THAT.
Cool, so what makes you come back to Ministry of Sound?? What do you like about the club?
MOS IS LIKE HOME, ITS ALL ABOUT THE BOX!!!!!!!! REMINDS ME OF HOME.
Lastly, you’re from New York right? What’s you’re favourite home food comfort?
RICE AND BEANS!!!!
