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Kris menace and lifelike – « Discopolis » Claude Monnet remix
One of the true underground tracks to emerge from Ibiza last year via French label Vulture Records -
home of Alan Braxe and Fred Falke. Christophe Hoeffel + Laurent Heinrich (Lifelike+Menace) have
created a truly unique single who’s main appeal is the anticipation it manages to attain before bursting
into ‘that’ sirens riff. Its slower than normal dance BPM does nothing to suppress the impact of this track,
in fact that again is part of its appeal, This is every ounce the chic simplistic but devasting release you
would expect to follow the superior standard of releases the uber cool French imprint Vulture has
previously unleashed. Exported to Defected in early 2006 it enjoyed massive support at the Miami
WMC, further confirming its unique hold of the Dance floor. Fellow Frenchman Claude Monet
emphasis’s the electronic aspects of the track and produces a Gorgio Moroder styled remix.
Torre – « Panache »
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Long live France! Claude Monnet and his buddies are back with 3 new tracks (two dubs and one
‘main mix’ all looked after by Claude) in pure 70’s style that remind me greatly of the Giorgio
Moroder style. A sound that is rather electronic but to the right point and one that gets a sure
effect from the floor! How could I let this escape?!" Jamie Lewis – PURPLE MUSIC
Torre – « Baleora »
Claude Monnet’s latest smashing production is called « Baleora ». There is just no doubt that music
lovers will make this track theirs. Through this tune Claude has musically expressed a whole new
side of himself. A Balearic one. What an achievement! This track conveys a huge range of
feelings. Depending on your mood, you’ll experience ambivalent states and feelings: deep
pondering or pure bliss, sadness or joy, energy or languidness, maybe all of them at the same
time. Hold your breath and ride the boisterous and hypnotic piano, let yourself be carried away
by the strings and pads and follow the notes of the earthly bass. Alternately exciting and soothing,
Baleora is definitely a music celebration that will bring everyone to unison…
SUMO – « Nini » Claude Monnet remix
STORY OF THE TRACKS Disco. Afro. Disco. The idea of "Nini" was born back in 2004, the year when the style
of afro house erupted. While Combo and Alf Tumble were making their remix of Lonesome Echo Production's
"Spirit of Drums" they came up with two guitar hooks that they wanted to save for another occasion, for another
vocalist. (If you listen closely you can hear that both songs are based on the same harmonies). This second
release from SUMO's forthcoming album features Clarisse Muvemba, a young and upcoming Swedish soul
queen, who also speaks and sings in Lingala (spoken in Kongo). Obviously she's the woman behind the lyrics of
this irresistible afro-disco stomper. Kembela-kembela-kembela ye pima-a Zibula-zibula-zibula ye pima-e To
keep the disco vibe of this release intact, SUMO asked French top producer Claude Monnet if he could give the
song a new treatment. He came up with a formula which demanded more vocal work from Clarisse. A couple of
weeks later Claude delivered this spectacular, hi-nrg disco monster. Well done. During the additional vocal
recording the bonus track "Bo ningisa" was born. It simply means "shake it". Like they do in Kongo. So get up!
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Torre – « Corps à Corps »
This disco excursion is a classy and sexy introduction for all sets, with a reference to the best time
of French Disco (Cerrone, Max Berlin). The spoken words bring even a little more personality.
Dimitri From Paris (France) // I loved "Corps à corps" from the first listen, it captures perfectly the
spirit of late 70's french sleazy disco, with an up to date sound. It went straight onto the tracklist of
my next compilation for Southport Weekender.
Laurent Garnier (FCom – France) // "Corps à Corps" is excellent .....it will go directly in my playlist
on the radio and in my flight case for this week end. Congratulation again, it’s an excellent track,
and thanks for that.
Jamie Lewis (Purple Music – Switzerland) // Since Miami never stop it to play. In fact my party
people singing the synt melody on the floor, for me its a fantastic « erotic » track. Floor reaction 10
out of 10 / personal 10+out of 10.
Alf & Combo (Sumo Boys – Sweden) // The production is top notch as usual. The vocals sounds
sexy. Also like how the song changes from the soft disco to more electronic chaos.
Dan (Liquid People) // I’ll try and stay calm – FUCKING BEST THING I’VE HEARD IN YEAAAAARS.
That’s as calm as I can be. Thank you, I love you.
Christian Larsson (Slip and Slide, Kickin Music Ltd – UK) // I really like this, very melodic, funky and
cool at the same time. Will be played and charted.
Mikael Nordgren (Tiger stripes/ Ibadan – Sweden) // I loved it. Very Sexy indeed!!! Cool and
special production 4-sure.
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Claude Monnet presents Monica Nogueira – « Bahia Groove »
Included remixes by S.U.M.O. and Pasta Boys
The last opus from the album "Le Monde Change", included Sumo and Pasta Boys mixes. A little
summer before the summer...
Michael Black (Ireland) // « All the mixes on "Bahia Groove" work well in my sets. The best one is
definitely the Pasta Boys main. When that bassline kicks in it just makes people dance! The whole
feel of this mix is very similar to "Sandcastles", the way it builds makes it perfect for early morning
sets. »
Tedd Patterson (NYC)// « Again ! You’ve done it again ! »
Greg Dealer (Look At You - USA) // « I like CM mix but I love the Sumo Dub. I will play both mixes. »
Dj Mannix : this is outstanding music my people.. Get on this, Miami can come.
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Claude Monnet presents Monica Nogueira – « Eu Vou Levar »
Included remixes by Dj Gregory
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ncluded Claude MONNET’s laaalalala mix.
The DJ Grégory’s mixes are minimal and deep-techno oriented, but the French producer still
manages to keep the essence of the brazilian flavours alive.
Also included, a lalala tool vox for your DJing pleasure.
Tedd Paterson (NYC): « Awesome remixes !!!!! Thank you so much for keepin me up on the
releases. I love this project. You are always in my box. »
Kiko Navarro (Spain) : « Your laaalala mix and the gregory mixes are very good, your mix is perfect
for this summer, a women pleasure, the gregory mix is better for my bit harder moments, the
people reaction was really good at both clubs specially your mix at the break. 8/10 »
Dj Ken N (Belgium) : « Nice follow up... I’ve played it Friday and yesterday and the crowd really
feels it… Your Laaalalala mix is the one I prefer… I like Brazilian / Latin Vibe with lovely vox… Add
my full support… I’ve added it in my chart! »
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Claude Monnet – « Mafe Disco »
“Mafé Disco” is a pure disco flavoured track with an amazing break that will stick your feet to the
floor. “Are You Elton” has this fantastic disco bassline with a slight touch of 80’s flavored electro
sounds. Also included is a Disco Tool for your DJing pleasure.
Michael Black (Ireland) : « Both of these tracks are absolutely ideal for the show. Both are very
funky and full of disco flavour. Retro in feel but modern nonetheless, these two are a fine addition
to any funky set. »
Bobby & Steve : « Mafe Disco. Really into Mafe Disco full of energy with some fat sounds and a
great hook. Full radio & club support on its way. »
Dj Ken N : Wow !! The best thing I’ve heard already this year. It’s really special and damn good.
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Claude Monnet presents Monica Nogueira – « Infancia Magica »
Included Martin Solveig remixes
This second 12inch of Monica NOGUEIRA, taken from her album “Le Monde Change” (The World
is Changing), The hot remixer of the moment, Martin Solveig giving his best on this funky tribal
house tune. Todd Edwards styled groove. B side mix comes from Claude Monnet, who gives it the
big party touch.
Bobby & Steve (UK) : « The 10min CM bewitched mix works like magic, beautilfull production with
a great melody, will be in our box for a long time. Full radio & club support on it's way. Martin
Solveig Petit dub is cool too. »
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Nathan Hawks – « Derrick’s Chase »
Provocative house track produced by rebellious producer Nathan Hawks.
The later you play those two cuts,
the tougher reaction you will get.
Be ready for a storm !
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Claude Monnet presents Monica Nogueira – « Ken Goes Brazil » part 2
Second part of this wonderful Brazilian based trilogy of remixes taken from the forthcoming "Le
Monde Change" LP.5 mixes with the big one being the very FK sounding Bibi Expensive Dub and
the huge tribal flavoured Lil Sneaky Boy Mix. Mixes:Lil Sneaky Boy/ Chorus AKPLA/ Bibi Expensive
Dub/ Papadaya Chorus/ Bibi Tools.
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Claude Monnet presents Monica Nogueira – « Ken Goes Brazil » part 1
First opus of this wonderful Brazilian journey taken from the forthcoming "Le Monde Change" . The
latin vibe mix bring a jazzy touch and bibi 's mix gives a strong and very effective dancefloor
version.
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Chocolatine – « Emma »
Early and wicked afro track, hammered in its time by Kenny "dope" gonzales and other dj like dj
gregory, roger sanchez.
A pure dancefloor burner.
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Claude Monnet – « Oduduwa Story »
First issue of the short-cuts releases, dedicated to organic, percussive and uplifting tracks. Claude
Monnet is here perfectly setting up the spirit of the short-cuts, with a massive drum track
(Oduduwa), and an old school tune (Oui Oui).
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Yass & M’dee feat. Jay – « October »
First opus from a brand new team, “OCTOBER” is the occasion to discover YASS & M’DEE, new
artist on French label SSOH. As often this electronic band is born with the collaboration of a DJ
(YASS), who is currently very active on the French club scene and a musician (M’DEE), who works
most of the time for pop artists as guitarist and arranger.“OCTOBER” features another new SSOH
artist, JAY, a young R&B and gospel singer. The song is initially a rather jazzy ballad, which finds
four very different interpretations and arrangements from the uplifting club mix reconstructed by
CLAUDE MONNET to the organic final movie mix.
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Claude Monnet – « New Jazz Soul – Shrine Blues – King Sunny Mood »
New Jazz Soul. Intense, afro percussive house produced by one of Martin Solveig s running mates.
Distinct african vocals, amazing drum work, and some deep jazzy house elements that keep it all
together. Easily some of the best tracks to use this sound Tracks: New Jazz Soul / Perkapella /
Shrine Blues / King Sunny .
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Eddy & Dus – « Starlite »
The new soul duo comes abck with the remixes of one of their biggest tune taken from their first
album “High Life”.
Origianly based on sax jazz version, these new mixes include a beautiful and soulful vocal.
Dj Gregory (Yellow Prod / Versatile) gives a deep and hypnotic atmosphere on his « Point G » mix,
while Martin Solveig (Mixture Stereophonic) and Claude Monnet (SSOH) aka « Papa & Son » gives
an afro mood for the third turntable.
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