Archive for August, 2008

Could This Be Love

Monday, August 25th, 2008

In a burst of summer enthusiasm MN2S is proud to present ‘Could This Be Love’; by Duce Martinez and Stephanie Cooke. The track contains a heartfelt slice of Stephanie’s subliminal vocals in a moving, tender delivery of pure, unadulterated soulful house. The package comes complete with remixes from Jon Cutler, Groove Assassin and Sir Piers.

Born in NYC’s Spanish Harlem, Duce, as a child, migrated to Newark, NJ with his family. Duce became a part of the Fresh Fest Tour for 3 years, performing alongside such rap heavyweights as Run DMC, The FatBoys, Whodini, Grandmaster Flash and LL Cool J. While in the midst of his hip hop career, Duce found time to build his reputation in the dance music scene, taking cues from the A-list DJ’s of the day, Hippie Torales, Tee Scott, Larry Levan, Tony Humphries, and David Morales. Duce’s original mix provides a jumpy, jazzy foreground for the rest of the remixes. His Latin and Hispanic roots are clearly evident in a display of short, choppy, summery beats.

A multi-talented artist, Stephanie Cooke has just finished writing and co-producing her own album “Everything” released on King Street Sounds. Though she began writing secular music at the age of 25, her lyrics and style still remain true to her gospel roots. She keeps the flame of spirituality in house music burning strong. Stephanie’s music provides the perfect combination of RnB and gospel vocal styling together with uplifting lyrics. ‘Could This Be Love’ is the perfect example of this.

Jon’s remix exudes the classic garage style we are accustomed to from a man whose 10 years in the business have produced such hits as the hugely successful ‘Its Yours’ which commanded a host of remixes since its release in 2001 and ‘Runnin’. With a deep relaxed bass, Jon’s mix compliments Stephanie’s vocals and a host of synths which tingle the top end.

Groove Assassin is Nick Moss the highly talented dj and producer who has been on the scene for over 17 years and has worked with a whole host of other record labels besides MN2S including Jellybean Soul , Tony Humphries’s Tony Records , Home Records and Fall Out Records. Groove Assassin’s mix places more emphasis on live instrumentals and souful vocal sounds adds up to a track with irresistible lure and a smooth, sweet edge.

Last but not least the work of Sir Piers brings this delightful package a finish. His memorable remixes for Mn2s as well as releases on Jive Electro, King Street and Purple Music have received widespread critical acclaim, it has been Piers’ singles released on his home-grown imprint Curious that have really set tongues wagging. Club smashes such as ‘Don’t You Love Me’ and ‘Fool’s Got Nothin’’ featuring Monique Bingham have both enjoyed worldwide success. His remix of ‘Could This Be Love’ remains soulful whilst being slightly more percussive. His take on the track is slightly darker demonstrating an all together techier sounds whilst not stealing from the sweetness of the vocal.

Drop That Body

Monday, August 11th, 2008

London-based House imprint MN2S maintain upfront pressure in the midst of summer, delivering yet another hot house tune set for a hammering across dancefloors everywhere.

Relatively new on the scene Will Reelsoul otherwise known as Reelsoul made his debut with the rich and soulful ‘Take Me To A Place’ in 2005 which was signed by Frankie Feliciano to his critically acclaimed Ricanstruction label. This was quickly followed by a string of remixes for the likes of sole Channel, Home Recordigns and MN2S to name a few. Reelsoul is in high demand with his DJ/Producer skills being sought after from LA to London.

With Reelsoul’s undeniable ability to deliver a hook complemented by the striking vocals of Darryl D’Bonneau who’s famed for the success of such releases as The Spirit and Better Day. Having worked with Martha Wash, Sylvester, Taylor Dayne and Dianna Ross Darryl has an internationally acclaimed reputation.

Including five different mixes this uplifting, energetic package is guaranteed to be yet another hit for MN2S.

Sane EP

Monday, August 4th, 2008

London-based House imprint 1Trax maintain the upfront pressure early in 2008, delivering yet another boundary-pushing release in the form of Nils Nürnberg’s ‘Sane EP’.

Relatively fresh on the scene Nils Nürnberg, a 26 year old producer from Hamburg brings us this deep three track EP. Having already worked with the likes of DIYNamic Records, WasNotWas and Matthias Tanzmann’s new but already highly respected Lorna label, he has come a long way since he first started spinning records in 1997.

Together with Holger Brauns , Nils is releasing “Delicious” on über-trendy label Liebe*Detail, and taking no prisoners has recently had time to start his own label with Florian Kruse of OM Records.

The EP includes the title track Sane, Move It Up and Disabused featuring the work of Holger Braunes. Whilst Sane and Disabused are both deep and almost soulful, Move It Up carries a more jacking vibe.