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Staying true to their friends & family ethos, the next Colors EP - out on February - comes from a co-founder of the London party imprint, Guilhem Monin. The musical journey is composed by three tracks. 'Omen' is a slinky house cut which eases the listener in with some seductive saxophone/Rhodes combinations, before a warm bassline takes over. As the track rolls along, Monin teases the listener with jazzy piano riffs and some very addictive bongo loops. 'All The Way Back' is more minimalistic, propped up by the hypnotic organ loop which forms the track's rhythmic backbone. Female vocal cuts are expertly dropped in and out of the mix against a subtle backdrop of strings. Chicago veteran Boo Williams rounds off the EP with his interpretation of 'Omen'. He slides up the tempo a few, taking it into peak-time, bumpy house territory. The vocal samples of the original track take on a forceful urgency when placed over slamming kicks and cascading synth volleys.

No stranger to the house scene, Kiko Navarro is a DJ and producer whose productions, remixes and edits have appeared on an impressive list of labels for many years.

Being a good friend of ours and always making us impressed with his productions we thought it was about time Kiko got a 12" to himself on Local Talk.
We are thrilled to be sharing the first Kiko Navarro EP on Local Talk, 'New Life'.

First up is Dope High, a raw, funked up and full of percussion that gets your head nodding, feet tapping and body moving. You could play this track on any sound system in the world and within 90 seconds Kenny Dope would be there smiling and making moves.

On the flip there's two versions of Nea Kameni.
First up is the Chicago house champ Glenn Underground. Glenn's early musical atmosphere was soaked in Jazz, Soul, Funk and Disco and this remix proves all that.
His 'Dance Fusion' remix is incredibly tight, soulful and uplifting. Music you’d expect from a true genius.

Finishing the 12" is the original mix of Nea Kameni - in it's original form perhaps best described as an end of the night track with it's dramatic build up, warm bassline, percussions and beautiful synth lines.

Kiko has created something that's both atmospheric and haunting at the same time. If you've ever searched for a track to play when the sun goes down, here it is. .

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The wind up of Phillip Lauer's album debut 'Phillips' (still available in all formats including gatefold double vinyl) is in the hands of NYC remix/production outfit Runaway and Versatile's very own I:Cube. Runaway do their best to turn 'Tentatious' into one of those early morning deep house dubs that you could find on the b-side on vintage designer labels of their hometown. Music for baby powdered wooden floors. I:Cube does the opposite and manufactures a bumper car boogie beat that also works as a UK rave dub. He likes to move it. On the flip, Lauer himself turns in the hidden album track 'Boringtone' - his very own secret ode to the Café del Mar - and the super exclusive smashing pumpkin that is 'Highdimes". 100% Overground melodies

On the back of 2 well received releases on Dirt Crew & Detroit Swindle's Heist Recordings, Dutch native Nachtbraker drops a beauty on Hudd Traxx. Zachtjes kicks things off in fine melodical style with live drums, lush keys and a smooth sax lick for good measure. Borrowed Identity mixes things up on the remix tip with a more upbeat dubby tool which is likley to find it's way into the hands of DJ's like Derrick Carter & Prosumer. The title track 'You Is What You Aint' is a moody groover with slick keys and sleezy beats perfect for warm ups or end of the night vibes. Nachtbraker rounds off the EP nicely with Overstappen last, but by no means least. Skippy beats and a killer bassline ensure that this EP is another 'must have' for the Hudd faithful as they near 50 releases and 10 Years in the business.

Foto continues with it's 2014 release schedule with 3 tracks from label boss OOFT! Dub 4 Daze gets the delay units set to looong to create a trippy house number, whilst on the flip Enter The Dragon is a more direct jam targeted at the floor with plenty of stabs and hihats. Rounding things off Father Father pitches things down for the erection section.

After the trippy translations of the Helium Robot space trip called 'Jarza", Theo Parrish's second and very welcomed visit to Running Back is all new material - almost. 'Black Mist' in its extended version is just that: an extended take of the already released version on the rare-as-hens'-teeth 'Sketches' pack. Cut on 45, it's a hard punch in the gut. Techno-not-techno-house-not-house Parrish power. Previously unreleased and no less persuasive are 'Pop Off' and 'Wild Out". While the first one centers around an endless piano and sucks you into the corny, but magic of repetition, the second one sounds like a Theo Parrish demo for Dance Mania after he came back from listening to Lil Louis at the Bismark Pavilion. Mosh pit music. - 'Limited pressing in full printed sleeves".

Welcome reissue of Rudoulpho's deep house masterpiece 'Sunday Afternoon'. Produced by Renato Pearson and originally released back in '92, this sublime deep organ-driven gem became an anthem at New York clubs like Zanzibar, Body & Soul and The Loft and still sounds incredible today. Popular with everyone from DJ Harvey to Tony Humphries, this is a true classic and a must have. 'Touch Me' on the flip is another great late-night deep vocal track with a very early Jovonn sound which also received heavy rotation on the underground scene. Essential.

Ahead of this year's annual Winter Music Conference, we are proud to present the label's first flagship album of the year - 'Toolroom Miami 2015'.

Packed with over 50 full length tracks perfectly crafted into 3 mixes, this is a flawless collection of fresh and undiscovered tracks from the world's biggest & best DJs and producers.

Including killer cuts from Dusky, Route 94, Caribou, Basement Jaxx, Mark Knight, Pleasure State, Steve Lawler, Nicole Moudaber, Ninetoes, Patrick Topping, Prok & Fitch, Jay Lumen, Booka Shade, Maya Jane Coles, Joris Voorn, Weiss, Tube & Berger, Eli & Fur, Ben Pearce, Adrian Hour & Christian Smith, alongside a staggering collection of 100% new & exclusive tracks from the likes of My Digital Enemy, The Cube Guys, Him_Self_Her, Ben Remember, Phunk Investigation & many more.

Over 3 and a half of the best in House, Tech House and Techno form the essential playlist for this year's Winter Music Conference. A crucial collection of this year's future hits - this is 'Toolroom Miami 2015'.

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Hercules & Love Affair's main man Andy Butler delivers another killer single for his relaunched mr.intl label. The A Side 'Soldier' is a co-production between Andy Butler & Ha-ze Factory (Constantin Zeileissen & Philipp Haffner) and features Mad Panther (aka Cleo Panther) on vocals. A infectious, bumping mid-90's New York inspired House groove underpins Cleo's powerful torch-like vocal. A sure fire killer of a track! On the flip, Ha-ze Factory team up with the legendary Tin Man (Johannes Auvinen) and get deep and ominous, delivering another timeless classic underground tough-jam complete with modern twist. It's a great double-header of a release.

The Black Key team return with the second in their limited, vinyl-only series, with Cologne based producer, Pawas, delivering a truly excellent and diverse 4 track EP, which oozes quality from start to finish. "Dubba" commences the EP in an understated but crisp fashion which uses delayed rim shots, subtle synth stabs and perfectly executed sub bass to build a flittering, shuffling groove, which has unmistakable dance floor appeal. "DA" builds from nothing into a pulsating and hypnotic houser, moulding loose hi hats, layered claps and an acid-infused bass line to supreme effect. Add in expertly-placed rising synths, plus a haunting vocal sample, subtly used, and you have a serious track on your hands. The production versatility of Pawas is demonstrated on the flip with "2047" - such a contrast from the opening 2 tracks, but delightfully so. This is guaranteed to make heads nod and feet tap, mixing together jazzy keys, fluid tom rolls and perfectly panned percussion. Then the vocal drops. Last, but certainly not least, we have "Mello" which sees Pawas partner up with Matthias Keul to great effect. A more down-tempo and musical affair, rounding off the EP is true style.

After a successful debut release with Untitled Gear, Croatian label continues their journey through fields and forests. Still exploring the Russian Federation, only this time they hired Udacha's honcho and main protagonist A5. Record kicks off with 'Fantasy'. A dreamy kalimba piece which eventually evolves into a deep house track and could be described as a soundtrack from your latest dream while 'Raw Abstractionism' doesn't disappoint it's name. On the flip side we are introduced to the afro banger 'Torri Wowo' which feels almost like driving through safari on a truck. 'Acoustic Cut' calms things down and brings us to an end with a clear message.

The Parisian label Flyance Records newly set up by Janeret, Ka One & St-Sene comes back with their second releases "Cycles Vol.2".
As the first one, Cycles vol.2 is a various with 4 tracks focus on the deeper side of house and techno.
A1: "Ka One & St-Sene - Sprag Line Posse" brings you thru the deep vibes with strong and electric beats leads by bigs waves.
A2: "Janeret - Evo" Deep lushness, strong beat & acid vibes, that's the way.
B1: "Ka One & St-Sene - After Zoo" is a groove driven track between Deep House and Techno always lead by an Acid touch.
B2: "Ka One & St-Sene - Wipeout" is a fat techno joint who show the other side of the label's vibes.

Over a handful of singles and an album on Bristol labels like Immerse, Idle Hands and BRSTL, it's now time for Jacob Martin and Matt Lambert aka Outboxx to make their debut on Local Talk.

Sticking close to what they do best, this EP is filled with house music infused with electronic soul.
The opening 'Planet Love' is a warm & sunny chord driven track and has a strong UR/ Galaxy 2 Galaxy feel to it.
'On My Own' is bass-heavy 21st century house music, finely honed for those late evenings in a packed club and finally the end track 'Denim Dreams' is the perfect sun-soaked, heavy groovin' sci-fi jam.

This EP confirms Outboxx as fully-formed members of the Local Talk family and the sheer quality of these tracks will further cement their position as two of the most exciting new names in House.

TCB prophesizes unborn futures and fates with a little magic by Kassem Mosse and Mix Mup.

2013 has seen Silicone Soul celebrating the 10th Anniversary of their Darkroom Dubs imprint. Launched in Glasgow back in 2003, the DRD stamp has become a mark of quality and seen many established names exploring deeper realms whilst also unearthing fresh and exciting global talent.

From Fabric to Watergate, The Standard Rooftop to Club Bahrein Buenos Aires, the Scottish duo have celebrated their disco-decade with a string of '10 Year' parties spread across the last 12 months, building on Darkroom Dubs already strong global reach.

To round off their birthday in style Craig and Graeme have asked some of the label's main acts and strongest supporters to contribute a track for a new compilation. Artists including jozif, Ryan Crosson, Uner, Gary Beck, Of Norway, and Simon Garcia all feature in the collection that Silicone Soul present as a snapshot of the future sound and musical vision of Darkroom Dubs.
limited edition double 12" vinyl and download.

Filthy, sleazy, sassy acid house!

The master of creations Jodey Kendrick comes back on WeMe Records with a double album. He explores the ocean bank of a trip-hop drums which has merged with an hardwave Grime. The descent is sublime. Flawless once again for J.K. Limited 300. No sales to the UK

Patrice Scott and Chris Mitchell are back at it under their Modular One moniker. Segue One sees the duo pushing forward on their thematic journey into deep, interstellar techno. Adding to the fire, UK deep techno maestro, Aubrey blesses the EP with a remix crafted in his signature textural style.

After featuring on the One Records VA released earlier this year with 'Besides', young Frenchmen Yamen & EDA are back on board the label with 'Planet Brooklyn'. The release features two seductively deep solid club tracks with one special remix coming from dream team Shaun Reeves, Jay Haze and Bill Patrick and another from label head Subb-an.
Always on the hunt to recruit and push new talent, Subb-an and Adam Shelton have been quick to snap up Yamen & EDA to be part of the One Records crew, who will also be making their debut at Adam and Subb-an's famous Below party in Birmingham later this year. While only in the first stages of their career there is no doubt this talented duo are on their way to stardom with previous releases on Safari Numerique, Earlydub and their own Unpleased Records with more on the way.
Shaun Reeves is no stranger to the label after his remix of Subb-an's 'Soul Skool' appeared on one of the first releases. Combining forces for the first time, Shaun Reeves, Jay Haze and Bill Patrick remix 'Planet Brooklyn'. Three of the biggest names in the business, One Records are proud to have them on board for this rare collaboration.
Subb-an has really shot into the limelight in the last few years with huge releases on labels such as Visionquest, Crosstown Rebels and Spectral Sound. His hectic touring schedule has seen him travel the globe as part of the 10 Years Of Crosstown World Tour and with gigs lined up this year at the likes of Panorama Bar and DC10 and a forthcoming album, Subb-an is heading for superstar heights.