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| Artist/Band | Song Title | Release Date |
| Bare j.r. |
You Blew Me Off |
2nd April 2001 |
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Bare JR are: Bobby Bare JR.(Vocals/Guitar), Tracy Hackney (Dulcimer), Dean Tomasek (Bass) and Keith Brogdon (Drums).
Although they hail from Nashville, Tennessee, do not expect any country twangs here, just a thunder of guitars and
the raw-throated howl of Bobby Bare JR. Bare JR are no strangers to the road having previously toured with The Black
Crowes and Bob Dylan so if you get a chance get out there and get the live action.
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| Vincent De Moor | ||
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Vincent hails from De Loftt, Holland and has been on the music scene for a while with the moniker Fix To Fax releasing productions such as 'Enjoy Yourself'. He started his own label Funny Vinyl and shortly afterwards his was approached by the label Combined Forces' who spotted his talent and potential. Over the past few months, Fly Away has been gracing airwaves and dance floors around the globe. Vincentdemoor.com | |
| Snoop Dogg | Snoop
Dogg
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> The Dogg Father is back and has come to reprise his last meal only joking. 'Snoop Dogg' is the first single to be taken from the latest album 'The
Last Meal'. He has been a busy man, having made exceptional appearances
on Dre Dre's album 'The Chronic 2001' which has already spawned two top ten hits both featuring Snoop. With it's highly animated chorus and hook
lines 'Snoop Dogg' will set dance floors alight everywhere. Get more Snoop here and downloadthe Snoop EPK which sees Snoop in playful mood. | |
| At the Drive-In | March 12th 2001 | |
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At The Drive-In return with arguably their strongest single 'Invalid Litter Department''. At The Drive-In have done the seemingly impossible and set up their own Premier league in terms of tour de force live performances. As zealous on record as live, At The Drive-In stun with every twist and turn and are this years big story with still 10 months to go. Play 'Invalid Litter Department' now and get your breath back. Win one of ATDI's signed guitars here. | |
| Placebo | 12th March 2001 | |
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Following in the footsteps of 'Taste in Men' and 'Slave to the Wage' new single 'Special K' is set to further stamp Placebo's latest album 'Black Market Music' in the minds of the rock elite throughout the world. Timo Maas shows off his mixing skills with this fantastic remix. More on Special K. |
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| Sampled Part 2 |
Gwen McRae: |
5th March 2001 |
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Sampled Part 2 is the second album in the Sampled series featuring many old school classics by a multitude of legendary artists. The album also informs listeners of present day artists who have sampled these tracks so you won't be racking your brains for long trying to figure out who originally sang these fantastic tracks. John Barry, Gwen McCrae and Grant Green are just some of the singers who have graced the Sampled series. Listen out for Sampled Part 2 - it's seriously funky! |
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| DJ Deep |
Logic 'The Warning' e-card: Respect to DJ Deep: |
26th March 2001 |
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Since the release of 'Respect Is Burning' Volume 1 back in 1998, the Parisian Respect Crew have become a permanent fixture on the worldwide dance scene and have been involved in some top class projects with artists icluding Cassius, Daft Punk, Bob Sinclair and Dimitri from Paris. The latest addition to that list is DJ Deep who gained much exposure over the last couple of years. The album includes KCYC's 'I'm Not Dreaming' (Media Mix) and 'The Warning' by Logic and was produced by Roger Sanchez. |
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| Jonathan Wilkes | 5th March 2001 | |
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Guy about town Jonathan Wilkes is on the rampage and ready to release the fantastic debut single 'Just Another Day'. This is a gutsy heartfelt number that is sure to have an impact in years to come. Written by Jonathan and songwriter extraordinaire Elliott Kennedy 'Just Another Day' will bring Jonathon straight into the limelight which is where he belongs! Click here for more on Jonathan WIlkes |
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| Sunna | 12th March 2001 | |
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'I'm Not Trading' is the latest offering from Bristol natives Sunna who have spent the last few months on the road. As a reward they have just embarked on a UK tour which they are headlining. Not bad considering they released the first single 'Power Struggle' a mere 3 months ago. Expect more from this talent as 'I'm Not Trading' proves that they have far more to offer on their enchanting debut album 'One Minute Science'. |
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| Amen |
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5th February 2001 |
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They are the most hyperactive and socially disturbed band to have swept the nation and they recently stormed into the Virgin Megastore, Oxford Circus. Amen are currently on the NME Brats Tour with the likes of JJ72 and Alfie amongst others. Too Hard To Be Free is the brand new single and is taken from the album 'We Have Come From Your Parents'. It follows the memorable last single 'The Price Of Reality' but has an energy all of it's own just like Amen! |
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| Joseph Arthur |
In The Sun |
5th March 2001 |
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Joseph Arthur's album 'Come To Where I'm From' has seen Joseph expand his idiosyncrasies to a world that is now ready to embrace his vision and beauty. New single 'In The Sun' might break your heart, so be careful. "I picture you in the sun, wondering what went wrong".
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| Godhead |
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23rd January 2001 |
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Godhead are the first signing to Marilyn Manson's new label Posthuman
Records. 'The Reckoning' is taken from their fourth album '2000 Years of
Human Error' . Manson took on the role as Executive Producer and with
producer Danny Saber, created an album full of passion highlighting their
live presence. The band are extremely influenced by David Bowie and have
hooked up with Bowie's longtime guitarist Reeves Gabrels on 'Tired Old Man'
which he also helped to produce. Godhead have released three critically
acclaimed underground albums however,' 2000 Years of Human Error' is sure to
provide them with the mainstream success that they so rightly deserve.
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| Planet Funk |
Chase The Sun |
22nd January 2001 |
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Planet funk have unduly arrived with this monster track. 'Chase The sun' is a classic in anyone's books. Be warned though,
there are many strings to Planet Funk's bow and this is just one of them.
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| Nukleuz presents... Big Room DJ's |
Ricky Le Roy - All The Way
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15th January 2001 |
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The Big Room DJ's a.k.a Nick Sentience and Mario Piu bring you two CD's packed full of hot mixes by big names on the dance scene including Storm, Takio and Stretch 'n' Vern. The Nukleuz label has become a driving force in the dissemination of harder, darker and minimalist house. Tracks to feature include a Nick Sentience remix of Mauro Picotto's Top 20 hit 'Komodo' and Ricky Le Roy's 'All The Way' plus many more. | |
| Twilo Vol. 1: Junior Vasquez |
Equitoreal
- Dubtribe Soundsystem |
29th January 2001 |
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Vasquez realised his vocation earlier on in life whilst working in a New York record station and being friends with close Madonna collaborator helped a little too. Junior Vasquez went onto become part owner of Twilo (formerly known as the Sound Factory) and has been resident for some years now with his all night event on Saturdays. He has worked his way up the DJ career ladder at block parties and small clubs and then going onto work with well known musicians including U2 Madonna and oddly enough John Mellencamp. | |
| Caprice | 26th February 2001 | |
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Caprice is back with a stunning new number called 'Once Around The Sun'. Caprice has been tucked away creating fantastic new music for her
forthcoming album but fear not as she will be heard on a radio near you
very soon. Debut single 'Oh Yeah' scored a top 30 hit for Caprice back in the
summer of 99. The long awaited follow up 'Once Around The Sun' proves
that she is back, hard and with a vengeance.
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| Melanie B | 19th February 2001 | |
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'Feel So Good' is the latest offering from 'Hot', a track that
draws influence from both R&B and the Miami Bass sound. With its uplifting
vibes and infectious chorus, 'Feel So Good' is sure to brighten up the dullest
of winters. Take a look at the fab new video!
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| John Graham a.k.a Quivver | February 5th 2001 | |
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John Graham whose previous monikers include Skanna and Soundproof is back
once again with a future dance classic 'One Last Time' that embeds a hip
melange of upbeat house that has drawn influences from hip hop and electro
as well as drum 'n' bass. Quivver is an A list musician as far Sasha, Fabio
& Grooverider are concerned and has managed to be safely tucked away in
every big name DJ's record collection for some time. Graham is a talent to
be reckoned with so watch out cause Quivver is sure to make you shiver in
all the right places!
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| We In Music | 5th March 2001 | |
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We In Music are the first signing to French label We Rock Music. 'Now That
Love Has Gone' is a California teenage house rock track with a subtle
blend of fuzzy guitars , 80's synthesizers house beats and pop vocals and
perfectly reflects We In Music's musical style with influences including
pop. It tells the tale of a guy whose been dumped by his girlfriend with
sad but hopeful lyrics. We In Music have a hit on their hands. |
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| Slam | 22nd January 2001 | |
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Positive Education
is the legendary techno classic that seems to make a comeback every few
years. It was originally released back in 1993 by DJ Orde Meikel and Stuart
McMillan and has been dubbed by Kenny Larkin as the greatest techno single
ever to be made. It has been released underground, adopting major support
from the likes of Pete Tong and Jeff Mills. The new mixes including reworks
by Carl Cox and Josh Wink. Go here
for more Slam info.. |
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| Beenie Man feat. Mya | 12th February 2001 | |
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He is the man who brought you the global classic 'Who Am I' ('Sim-simma/Who got da key to mi Bimmer?') and also collaborated with Jamelia on the top ten smash 'Money'. Now is the time for him to release the infectious new single 'Girls Dem Sugar' with R&B princess Mya whose angelic vocals add the icing to an already sweet cake. With three MOBO awards under his belt, the new album 'Art & Life' is set to make Jamaica's number one export a worldwide icon just like the legendary Bob Marley. | |
| Photek |
Mine
To Give (David Morales Happy Mix) |
5th February 2001 |
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'Mine to Give' is Photek's new single and will be released on February 5th 2001. It is lifted from Photek's critically acclaimed long player, 'Solaris'. David Morales Happy Mix. Get the full story | |
| Amira | My Desire | 22nd January 2001 |
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23 year old New Jersey native Amira releases the stunning two step garage single 'My Desire' originally produced by classic house producer Blaze and reproduced by Timmi Magic of the Dreem Teem. It highlights Amira's dynamite vocals and has some fantastic remixes including the Dreem Teem Mix making it a cult classic on both sides of the Atlantic. | |
| Stacey Pullen | Today Is The Tomorrow You Were Promised Yesterday | 12th February 2001 |
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Jack of all trades Stacey Pullen who is a DJ/Producer/ Record label boss is set to release the stunning new single 'Vertigo'. Stacey has been a major player on the Detroit techno scene and has been dubbed as one of the most exciting producers around. With the release of VERTIGO, Stacey once again demonstrates his ability to fuse abstract melodies with mind-blowing, almost primal percussive power. in January. | |
| A Perfect Circle |
3
Libras 3 Libras (all main courses remix) 3 Libras (feel my ice dub) |
1st January 2001 |
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A Perfect Circle return with their latest offering '3 Libras' taken from the platinum selling album 'Mer De Noms'. It features mixes by Danny Lohner and Massive Attack's very own Robert '3D' Del Naja who provides the 'All Main Courses Mix' and an electric remix from Danny Lohner who also remixed the last single 'Judith'. A Perfect Circle have recently completed an extensive worldwide tour so they are lounging for now but expect more soon. | |
| Phoenix | If
I Ever Feel Better Buffalo Bunch Remix Todd Edwards Mix |
January 15th 2001 |
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Phoenix contine to wave the tricolore with new single 'If I Ever Feel Better'. Enjoy the 'Buffalo Bunch' remix which replaces plump bass patterns with an intro of sparse arrangement of loops lyrical and rhythm building into the main 'Feel Better' theme. Then it's its 'hands in the air' to fade...magnifique! Don't forget to watch the Phoenix live webcast in January. | |
| Rob | Amours | |
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21 year old Rob isset to release another incredibly imaginative EP after the huge success of Musique Pour Enfan Jouet. The 'Amours' EP is the second release from Rob and features four tracks that you will be especting to hear on his debut album 'Don't Kill', which will be available at the start of the year. | |
| Amen | 'Justified' Video
| October 30th (album) |
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Out-pistolling the Pistols, Amen churn out hardcore punk in the most terrific frenzy that has been seen in this country since '76. Anti-establishment, deconstructing and obstructing, Casey Chaos, lead architect is as extreme intellectually as he is on stage. It was only a matter of time before the questions were asked. No hype, just pure gut feeling. Taken from the album 'We've Come for Your Parents' out 30th October. Now watch the frenzied 'Justified' video and weep! | |
| A Perfect Circle | The Hollow
| November 6th 2000 |
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APC release their brand new single 'The Hollow' taken from the thunderous album 'Mer De Noms' and is set to raise Maynard Keenan et al profile even further. If you didn't get to see the band live on stage the last time they were over in the UK, let me tell you it was intense and electrifying. | |
| Hobotalk | Walks With Me
| November 20th 2000 |
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This is taken from Hobotalk's new single, which also features their version of 'New York, New York'. Meanwhile, rumours say the forthcoming video will be emotionally extravagant and colourradical, whatever that might mean. | |
| Melanie C | If That Were Me
| November 27th |
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Melanie C releases her fifth single 'If That Were Me' from the top ten smash album 'Northern Star'. Melanie has just come to the end of an extensive UK sell out tour and is also busy on Spice Girls promotions, so it's all go for Melanie. 'If That Were Me' will definitely set a record for Melanie with her fifth top ten hit. Have a listen! | |
| CRW | Lovin' | November 13th 2000 |
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Follow-up to their number 15 hit 'I Feel Love' back in January, CRW return with another slice of hard dance floor excellence. CRW is one of the many side projects of Italian super-producer Mauro Picotto, arguably one of the fastest-rising superstar DJs currently doing the rounds in Europe, and the man behind 'Iguana', 'Lizard' and the forthcoming 'Komodo.' CRW's home label Nukleuz Records is one of the biggest underground dance labels in the UK and has a massive and fiercely loyal fanbase. | |
| GoldenScan | Sunrise
| October 30th 2000 |
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One of the biggest tunes of late summer, big name jocks up and down the land have been hammering this modern trance classic since it appeared on white label a few months ago. Pete Tong and Judge Jules have been gracing the nations airwaves with this floor filler for a good while now. Commercial formats feature a wicked remix by DJ Tiesto. | |
| Strait Up | November 6th 2000 | |
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Taken from the forthcoming 'Strait Up' album, Lajon from Sevendust unleashes a raw but focussed acoustic ballad. The Strait album celebrates the short but illustrious work of James Lynn Strait. A hard edged rocker from the acclaimed Snot band, Strait would have been proud to know that fellow hell raisers Ozzy Ozzbourne and Fred Durst guest amongst others on the album. | |
| David McAlmont | Working | November 20th 2000 |
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McAlmont is about to release the stunning new single 'Working' which is remixed by Sweet P. This buzzing track also features an R&B mix of Easy and the B-side called Bug. Watch out as McAlmont releases the brand new album 'Be' at the beginning of 2001. | |
| Various | Blair Witch#2
| October 30th 2000 |
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Listen to two fresh tracks from the Blair Witch#2 soundtrack. We kindly offer you Tony Iommi's 'Goodbye Lament' and lovely Slaves on Dope's 'Stick it Up'.. | |
| Melanie B | Hot | October 9th 2000 |
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You can now hear all of Melanie B's new album 'Hot' on her website. Click to above link to go there now and hear it in full. | |
| Placebo |
Black Market Music
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October 9th 2000 |
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Hear clips of the whole album here. 'Black Market Music' is the name of the new album and is the follow up to the million selling album 'Without You I'm Nothing' which was released nearly two years ago. The Top 20 single 'Taste in Men' features on this album, which has been predominantly produced by Placebo and Paul Corkett. Placebo are back at their best after a long hiatus Ð that has left fans wanting more! | |
| Daft Punk | One More Time
| November 13th 2000 |
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The guys who brought you the hit single Da Funk are back with a new track called One More Time featuring guest vocalist Rome Anthony, which is a melange of electronic funk and mesmerising melodies. French artists Daft Punk come from the same stable as Air and Modjo, and it's set to be another classic from these fellas. | |
| Tony Iommi featuring Dave Grohl | Goodbye Lament (Streamed, fast connections) Goodbye Lament (56K modems)
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Over the past three years, founding Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has been preparing and recording for his first solo outing in between touring on such prestigious festivals like the Ozzfest 99' run last year. Iommi has called upon some of Rock greatest entertainers to add more than fluid vocal abilities to this album. True to form, Goodbye Lament is a dark menacing number, which reiterates Iommi greatness and influence on heavy rock. | |
| Guru featuring Macy Gray | All I
Said
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Macy Gray has become one of the music world's most unconventional icons over the past 12 months and now she has teamed up with hip-hop legend Guru to feature on the third episode of the critically acclaimed Jazzmatazz series. All I Said is yet another magical composition - a normality within this disc. Have a listen. | |
| Guru featuring Craig David | No More | |
| | Streetsoul is the third album to come from the Jazzmatazz series in which Guru has received critical acclaim for his jazz hip-hop sub-genre. With both sides of the Atlantic merging , Craig David and Guru unite to vibe over a phat beats and a subversive hook line which will take hold of you in just one play! Craig David provides the luscious vocals and Guru provides the moralistic rhymes that he is renowned for. Not sure if this will become a future single but watch this space. | |
| Lazydog | That Day/The Future of The Future | 9th October 2000 |
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Future of The Future' is the first track off the Lazy Dog double album from Ben Watt and Jay Hannan. If you like what
you hear (and we know that you will) you can hear the WHOLE album RIGHT HERE!!
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| Lenny Kravitz | Again | 13th November |
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returns after the amazing worldwide success of 'Five'. The new single 'Again' is another breathtaking glimpse into
the workings of Lenny Kravitz' mind. Sublime.
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| Placebo | Slave To The Wage | |
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single to be lifted from the forthcoming 'Black Market Music' album. Renowned for their subversive and beautifully
twisted lyrics, Placebo now take on the Numan-Depeche meridian with their poppiest release ever. 'Runaway from your
boredom' and hear the band at Leeds and Reading or get to the Brixton Academy on Tuesday 31st October.
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| Joseph Arthur | In The Sun | November 6th 2000 |
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second single to be taken from his critically acclaimed album, 'Come To Where I'm From.' Another excerpt of masterful
lyrical insight, with a beautifully wilting melody ; there is only one Joseph Arthur.
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| Birth | Sure Took Magic | October 2nd 2000 |
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to be taken from the highly acclaimed album 'Gotten Bold' ('Simply 50-odd minutes of immaculately played and sung
cotton-candy-for-the-soul, luxurious of melody and musicianship,' was how NME described the album). The B-side features 2 tracks exclusive to this release - a new Birth original 'We're Running Scared' and a cover of Jess Roden's 'Sweet Danger.'
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| Guru featuring Angie Stone | Keep Your Worries | October 16th 2000 |
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the third album to come from Jazzmatazz series in which Guru has received critical acclaim for his jazz hip hop
sub-genre. The first single to be conceived from this hot compilation of groundbreaking joints featuring Angie Stone
is called 'Keep Your Worries'. A song which will keep people grooving and has a timeless quality which distinguishes
this track from the run of the mill tracks which are currently gracing our charts. Angie vocals bond so well with
Guru laid back lyricisms illustrating life's strains and stresses.
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| Toni Estes | Hot | October 23rd 2000 |
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set to take the music world by storm this year with the release of her explosive debut album 'Two Eleven'. Toni is
no newcomer to the music industry having already written three tracks for Whitney Houston's last album including the
Grammy nominated 'It's Not Right But It's Okay. Toni has a gift for singing and writing which is truly treasured and
demonstrated on her first solo single 'Hot'. An up tempo killer tune which will make Toni Estes a household name in
her own right.
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| Lucy Pearl | Don't Mess With My Man | 2nd October 2000 |
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or the super-fine Ms Dawn Robinson will eat you for breakfast. 'Don't Mess With My Man' is the second single to be
taken from the eponymous debut set from funky super group Lucy Pearl. This tune is just as good as the party joint
and debut single release 'Dance Tonight' and tells the tale of infidelity and its consequences. This video is rather
smouldering if you get my meaning so get ready to burn up!
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