sammyrock
16-03-2007, 06:58 PM
*All reviews are based upon floor response and quality*
Reviews by Sammy Rock aka Soul Oasis Cyberjamz Internet Radio www.cyberjamz.com (http://www.cyberjamz.com)
http://bbs.cyberjamz.com/showthread.php?t=972 (For More Reviews and upcoming track info)
Monday Michiru – “Don’t” (Remixes) - Phuture Sole Recordings
Catalog #: PSR-011 - release date: April 2007 **Favorite Mix CASAMENA Front Stoop Dub**
01CASAMENA Backyard Remix 8:16 *I've reviewed this one before,but for those that "Dont" know,then here it is!! Finally this track deserve to be released.Very spiritual with a tribal feel to it but deep at the same time.The chants are just marvelous.One for the WMC! 9 of 10
02CASAMENA Front Stoop Dub 7:26*This version has more elements.A wicked tribal stick playing in the background while the tracks takes off to another level of deep.Chalk it up! 9 of 10
03CASAMENA Basement Dub 9:24*This mix is more like the Backyard Remix but without the chants and a mellow piano playing to take you on a musical journey. 8 of 10
Remixed by Carlos Mena for CASAMENA Productions
at CASAMENA Studios, Oakland, CA
Vocals & flute by Monday Michiru
Piano by Henry Hey
Wood bass by Scott Colley
Saxes by Donny McCaslin
Trumpet & horn arrangement by Alex Sipiagin
Drums, percussion & synths by Carlos Mena
Mastered by Carl Rowatti at Trutone Mastering Labs
Executive Producer: Carl Dupree
A&R Director: Mark Mendoza
Written by Monday Michiru Sipiaguine
Two Winds Publishing Co. (ASCAP)
© 2007 Phuture Sole Recordings www.PhutureSoleRecordings.com (http://www.PhutureSoleRecordings.com)
Paradax Records WMC Sampler *I love this Label for it's consistancy,quality music,artist and producers all wraped up into one fantastic package.For Release Dates and info contact:: info@paradaxrecords.com or visit the website www.paradaxrecords.com (http://www.paradaxrecords.com)
"The Journey Tracks"(Miguel Plasensia)+"So Good,So Real Dubs"(Soulato)
1)Music to my Ears feat. Alysa-- I love this Label.--Goodness! Spoken Word by Alysa and wicked keys make this track so deep and the message in the spoken word is out of this world! 9-10
2)Step into the club feat.Womina Wel--This is another hot joint on this Sampler.The spacey-keys arrangements are so organized that who-ever is playing these keys flow with the wonderful spoken-word that will flip your floor into a frenzy! 9-10
3)Step into the club(Miggi Mix)-This version is more on the Tech side with but with those keys playing and mellow beat,spoken word "Everytime I step into the Club"!!! This is a curve-ball,throw it,pump it,rock it!! 8 of 10
4)Step into the club(Collision Mix)-Classic 90s flavor for those exclusive sets and to please your crowd.The only thing about this version is that it's a bit on the low side.No worries,turn up the volume and let that classic bassline take your crowd into the 90s with that hot beat,spoken-word and grit! 9 of10
"So Good,So Real Dubs"(Soulato w/dubs by Tony Largo+Jerry Flores)
1)Tony Largo's Does your mama know Dub---Put your hands in the air and wave em like you just dont care!! Peak-hr joint to the fullest extent of the phrase. 8 of 10
2)Jerry Flores-Dub Mix-- This cut is the deeper side,where your crowd closes thier eyes and say.....Yea! 8 of 10
"Lust for Life"(Dj Jeroenski)/Device Records coming soon to www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com) *Favorite Mix:Original Mix*
1)Electronic Mix-A Peak-Hr track with nice strings and energy.Electronic flavor makes this track a heater. 8 of 10
2)Original Mix-A more stripped down version exposing more of the piano/organ riffs that make this track nice. 8 of 10
"Victory Dance"(Micky More/Jay-J+Jask Mixes)/Thaisoul Music coming soon to www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com)
1)Jay-j's shifted up mix(no horns)-This is good track with some scracthin techiques in the background,nice flute to compliment the hot beat and rythem. 8 of 10
2)Jay-j's shifted up mix-This version has a nice break intro followed by the scratching,flute, and awesome wavey keys.I like this mix. 8 of 10
3)Jay-j's scratch it mix-Play this track at any moment,watch the dancers move and freestyle dance all nite long!! Hot! 9 of 10
4)Jay-j's Drums-Exactly what it reads.A hot drum break down to use.Run a track or 2 or accapella's to spice this breakdown for the dancefloor. 9 of 10
5)The Jedthai Epic Club Mix-This version is more electronica and mixed by Jask.Takes you on a beat-down trip with minimal scratching but yet furfilling to the dancer. 8 of 10
6)Jask's Original Edit-Here is another example of stomp the floor,get on your feet,it's time to dance mix.Not a bad job of making this a Dj-Friendly Edit to Mickey More's Classic.Pure heater and darker mix for your dancefloor. 8 of 10
7)Justin Michael & Solo's Hermosa Mix-This version is different with a nice guiter riff with that wonderful keys. 8 of 10
8)Origianl Classic-If you never heard this explosive classic by Mickey More,than this is your chance to grab this track!Pure dancefloor pleasures. 9 of 10
Fanga-The Re-mixes(Upz feat.Hillary Sargeant)/ soWhat Records. avail @ www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com)
1)Abricah Soul Fanga Dub-Take me to the motherland please!! This ground stomper,conga flavor,jungle dancing track made my crowd go "Wild" on the floor.This re-mix is absolutly deep,sulty and very tropical. 9 of 10
2)Rodger Allard Soca Mix-This is the cut! Nice and slow.Sexy vocals with a serious message is my kind of track.A different taste for your dancers and wonderful Soca sound makes this mix my favorite. 10 of 10
3)Upz Funky Mix-Can I get a witness? Peak-hr movement with this mix.Phunky beat and nice bassline makes this track a winner.A crowd pleaser for sure! 9 of 10
Pashaa Featuring Ebony Diaz - " Rescue Me" /Aquatique Records coming soon to www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com) *Favorite Mix:JJK Mix*
1)Patrick Green Dub-A nice dub mix by Partick Green.Minimal vocal with a peak-hr rhythem.Nice. 7 of 10
2)Pashaa Summertime Funky Mix- Hot Sax and vocal make this a very nice track. 8 of 10.
3)John"Julius" Knight Reversoul Mix-Put your dancing shoes on if you like a hot sax player and peak-hr music.The vocal certainly compliments this track to the fullest. 8 of 10
"More Mule,I Said"(Resisted Resonmance Acid)/ Javier Drada
This cut is a smoker by Javier Drada.This has just about every element needed to satisfy any dancefloor and hunger for dancers.The keys layed over acid riffs and spoken word is definite a tune for the WMC. 9 of 10
"Some Grace"(Keith Porter)Test/Unreleased
This producer and good friend of mine is making waves with his production work.This track is with no exception.Play this hot tune on your floor and watch the "Jungle Love". 8 of 10
"Carnival de Tokyo"(Mourad Sliti)
This producer out of Sweden has been making some exclusive obscure music for quite sometime now.This latest offering has that obscure house rythem with the heavy-dark keys to compliment his mission.Good track!! 8 of 10
"I need a Man"/Perc-a-pella mix(Rasmir Mantree)/Mantree Records
This producer is a mad man!! A Machine.Always hard at work,this mix is no exception.If you have had the oppurtunity to hear the original,than this perc-apella will make ya drop on the dancefloor.Great vocal sound qualtiy with those lovely congas in the background.Someday more people will be ready for this producers work. 9 of 10
**So much to review,I need a drink.I'll be back later this evening with the rest of the reviews for this week**
If you would like your track reviewed,played on Cyberjamz Radio or Xm Radio please send all tracks files to sammyrock@mail.com
Reviews by Sammy Rock aka Soul Oasis Cyberjamz Internet Radio www.cyberjamz.com (http://www.cyberjamz.com)
http://bbs.cyberjamz.com/showthread.php?t=972 (For More Reviews and upcoming track info)
Monday Michiru – “Don’t” (Remixes) - Phuture Sole Recordings
Catalog #: PSR-011 - release date: April 2007 **Favorite Mix CASAMENA Front Stoop Dub**
01CASAMENA Backyard Remix 8:16 *I've reviewed this one before,but for those that "Dont" know,then here it is!! Finally this track deserve to be released.Very spiritual with a tribal feel to it but deep at the same time.The chants are just marvelous.One for the WMC! 9 of 10
02CASAMENA Front Stoop Dub 7:26*This version has more elements.A wicked tribal stick playing in the background while the tracks takes off to another level of deep.Chalk it up! 9 of 10
03CASAMENA Basement Dub 9:24*This mix is more like the Backyard Remix but without the chants and a mellow piano playing to take you on a musical journey. 8 of 10
Remixed by Carlos Mena for CASAMENA Productions
at CASAMENA Studios, Oakland, CA
Vocals & flute by Monday Michiru
Piano by Henry Hey
Wood bass by Scott Colley
Saxes by Donny McCaslin
Trumpet & horn arrangement by Alex Sipiagin
Drums, percussion & synths by Carlos Mena
Mastered by Carl Rowatti at Trutone Mastering Labs
Executive Producer: Carl Dupree
A&R Director: Mark Mendoza
Written by Monday Michiru Sipiaguine
Two Winds Publishing Co. (ASCAP)
© 2007 Phuture Sole Recordings www.PhutureSoleRecordings.com (http://www.PhutureSoleRecordings.com)
Paradax Records WMC Sampler *I love this Label for it's consistancy,quality music,artist and producers all wraped up into one fantastic package.For Release Dates and info contact:: info@paradaxrecords.com or visit the website www.paradaxrecords.com (http://www.paradaxrecords.com)
"The Journey Tracks"(Miguel Plasensia)+"So Good,So Real Dubs"(Soulato)
1)Music to my Ears feat. Alysa-- I love this Label.--Goodness! Spoken Word by Alysa and wicked keys make this track so deep and the message in the spoken word is out of this world! 9-10
2)Step into the club feat.Womina Wel--This is another hot joint on this Sampler.The spacey-keys arrangements are so organized that who-ever is playing these keys flow with the wonderful spoken-word that will flip your floor into a frenzy! 9-10
3)Step into the club(Miggi Mix)-This version is more on the Tech side with but with those keys playing and mellow beat,spoken word "Everytime I step into the Club"!!! This is a curve-ball,throw it,pump it,rock it!! 8 of 10
4)Step into the club(Collision Mix)-Classic 90s flavor for those exclusive sets and to please your crowd.The only thing about this version is that it's a bit on the low side.No worries,turn up the volume and let that classic bassline take your crowd into the 90s with that hot beat,spoken-word and grit! 9 of10
"So Good,So Real Dubs"(Soulato w/dubs by Tony Largo+Jerry Flores)
1)Tony Largo's Does your mama know Dub---Put your hands in the air and wave em like you just dont care!! Peak-hr joint to the fullest extent of the phrase. 8 of 10
2)Jerry Flores-Dub Mix-- This cut is the deeper side,where your crowd closes thier eyes and say.....Yea! 8 of 10
"Lust for Life"(Dj Jeroenski)/Device Records coming soon to www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com) *Favorite Mix:Original Mix*
1)Electronic Mix-A Peak-Hr track with nice strings and energy.Electronic flavor makes this track a heater. 8 of 10
2)Original Mix-A more stripped down version exposing more of the piano/organ riffs that make this track nice. 8 of 10
"Victory Dance"(Micky More/Jay-J+Jask Mixes)/Thaisoul Music coming soon to www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com)
1)Jay-j's shifted up mix(no horns)-This is good track with some scracthin techiques in the background,nice flute to compliment the hot beat and rythem. 8 of 10
2)Jay-j's shifted up mix-This version has a nice break intro followed by the scratching,flute, and awesome wavey keys.I like this mix. 8 of 10
3)Jay-j's scratch it mix-Play this track at any moment,watch the dancers move and freestyle dance all nite long!! Hot! 9 of 10
4)Jay-j's Drums-Exactly what it reads.A hot drum break down to use.Run a track or 2 or accapella's to spice this breakdown for the dancefloor. 9 of 10
5)The Jedthai Epic Club Mix-This version is more electronica and mixed by Jask.Takes you on a beat-down trip with minimal scratching but yet furfilling to the dancer. 8 of 10
6)Jask's Original Edit-Here is another example of stomp the floor,get on your feet,it's time to dance mix.Not a bad job of making this a Dj-Friendly Edit to Mickey More's Classic.Pure heater and darker mix for your dancefloor. 8 of 10
7)Justin Michael & Solo's Hermosa Mix-This version is different with a nice guiter riff with that wonderful keys. 8 of 10
8)Origianl Classic-If you never heard this explosive classic by Mickey More,than this is your chance to grab this track!Pure dancefloor pleasures. 9 of 10
Fanga-The Re-mixes(Upz feat.Hillary Sargeant)/ soWhat Records. avail @ www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com)
1)Abricah Soul Fanga Dub-Take me to the motherland please!! This ground stomper,conga flavor,jungle dancing track made my crowd go "Wild" on the floor.This re-mix is absolutly deep,sulty and very tropical. 9 of 10
2)Rodger Allard Soca Mix-This is the cut! Nice and slow.Sexy vocals with a serious message is my kind of track.A different taste for your dancers and wonderful Soca sound makes this mix my favorite. 10 of 10
3)Upz Funky Mix-Can I get a witness? Peak-hr movement with this mix.Phunky beat and nice bassline makes this track a winner.A crowd pleaser for sure! 9 of 10
Pashaa Featuring Ebony Diaz - " Rescue Me" /Aquatique Records coming soon to www.traxsource.com (http://www.traxsource.com) *Favorite Mix:JJK Mix*
1)Patrick Green Dub-A nice dub mix by Partick Green.Minimal vocal with a peak-hr rhythem.Nice. 7 of 10
2)Pashaa Summertime Funky Mix- Hot Sax and vocal make this a very nice track. 8 of 10.
3)John"Julius" Knight Reversoul Mix-Put your dancing shoes on if you like a hot sax player and peak-hr music.The vocal certainly compliments this track to the fullest. 8 of 10
"More Mule,I Said"(Resisted Resonmance Acid)/ Javier Drada
This cut is a smoker by Javier Drada.This has just about every element needed to satisfy any dancefloor and hunger for dancers.The keys layed over acid riffs and spoken word is definite a tune for the WMC. 9 of 10
"Some Grace"(Keith Porter)Test/Unreleased
This producer and good friend of mine is making waves with his production work.This track is with no exception.Play this hot tune on your floor and watch the "Jungle Love". 8 of 10
"Carnival de Tokyo"(Mourad Sliti)
This producer out of Sweden has been making some exclusive obscure music for quite sometime now.This latest offering has that obscure house rythem with the heavy-dark keys to compliment his mission.Good track!! 8 of 10
"I need a Man"/Perc-a-pella mix(Rasmir Mantree)/Mantree Records
This producer is a mad man!! A Machine.Always hard at work,this mix is no exception.If you have had the oppurtunity to hear the original,than this perc-apella will make ya drop on the dancefloor.Great vocal sound qualtiy with those lovely congas in the background.Someday more people will be ready for this producers work. 9 of 10
**So much to review,I need a drink.I'll be back later this evening with the rest of the reviews for this week**
If you would like your track reviewed,played on Cyberjamz Radio or Xm Radio please send all tracks files to sammyrock@mail.com