House Is Life

New Year’s Eve 2011 at Watermark, Asbury Park

DJ Andrew Top-Hat & DJ Zero playing an eclectic mix of tunes.

Ball Drop in High Definition
Complimentary Champagne Toast at Midnight
Celebration and Dancing 8:30pm until 4am
$10 after 11pm

Lovebirds — Want You in My Soul

This tune is huge right now. It’s on a lot of top DJs charts for June, July & August. I heard Kevin Hedge drop this on Roots NYC live (on WBLS 107.5) and thought it was an instant classic. Be patient, this song will raise you up if you give it til the vocals kick in. I also feature this tune, on my newest mix, “In My Soul”, which you can check out on Sunshine Records’ site!

David Lubich on the Roots of House Music

Too Blind To See It: Discovering The Roots Of House Music is an article by David Lubich (Catch the Beat: The Best of Soul Underground 1987 – 91) discussing the roots of house music in both the gay and African American cultures in America. He also talks about the influence of house music in Britain. He interviews Frankie Knuckles who gives an intro to the discussion about race and sexuality and its place in house music. He also interviews Tom Moulton, the famed disco mixer, who briefly discusses the invention of the break.

David’s article was a great read. You know I’m always looking out for more writing pertaining to the history of house music. I can’t help but feel sad that we can’t get it together here in the US. The beauty of house music is the acceptance of all people. Why do people want to listen to music that spreads hate?

Get schooled

Soul Remedy Vol 2

Need some house music to get you through your day? Check out the second installment of Soul Remedy.