My Favorite Jams From 2019

It’s that time of year again to talk about what tracks moved you. 2019 overall in my view was a good year for music. If anything was solidified again is Black American House Music still leads the way. Often imitated but never ever duplicated is the reason Producers/DJ’s such as Glenn Underground, Louie Vega, Patrice Scott and others proudly carry the torch.  While looking to Europe seems to be the fashionable thing to do, really all you need to do is keep your eyes open as Black American House Music is alive and very well.

Shout out to the DJs putting the work in stateside to keep the foundation solid. These are the people ensuring the parties, music, radio shows and culture are very well maintained. My 10 tracks of 2019 may not be yours but they have influenced me in one way or another. So I guess here goes nothing.

1. Glenn Underground- The Flat (London Projects), Strictly Jaz Unit Muzik- When I think of GU what comes to my mind immediately is genius. The Flat is no different this time around. A beautifully arranged piece of music. The raw emotion from the keys and the powerful kick make this one not to miss. I played this a few times out and every time the crowd was screaming and begging for more. I’d like to attribute this to the feeling this record conveys. Glenn Underground does it again. Glenn Underground The Flat (London Projects)  
2.  Louie Vega- A Place Where We Can All Be Free, Nervous Records- Louie Vega had some major tracks drop in 2019. One     I think might go overlooked, and is my favorite is this one right here. On the flip side of Cosmic Witch Feat Anane. The       guitar on the cut is reminiscent of George Benson. With a heavy New Jack Swing bass line, this is a peak time anthem. Altogether this is record is a dancers dream come true. Louie Vega A Place Where We Can All Be Free   
3. Theo Parrish- What You Gonna Ask For (Dego’s Mix), Sound Signature- What do you get when Detroit and London            combine forces? You get pure fire!!! Dego’s Mix of What You Gonna Ask For is for the boogie heads. This piece of music     combines a sultry vocal with a rolling piano line and a sweet sax. Feel good music is what we need and that is exactly       what Theo Parrish and Dego have delivered. The Parrish What You Gonna Ask For (Dego’s Mix)
4. Patrice Scott- Chasing Dreams, Neroli- Patrice Scott is from a place where it’s difficult to say who is best. Detroit has a rich heritage of music and Scott is living up to all of those huge expectations plus some. Chasing Dreams is a 4am thriller that can be used to jump start the party again. His use of all of the musical elements is brilliant. Heavy Bass, crisp hitting snares, and heavenly synths. Patrice Scott has influenced Rhythm Nation San Diego immensely and this is one major reason why. Patrice Scott Chasing Dreams
5. Small Creatures- Black Rose (Jon Dixon Rmx)- This record has been a secret of sorts (Cant Find it on the internet at all). I found this at Wajeed’s and LADYMONIX popup shop at Submerge during Movement in Detroit. Jon Dixon flips this cut and puts vybes all over it. Between the lovely vocals and the keys this is something to make love to, or simply lose your mind on an intimate dark dance floor. Many times now we take the music out of Dance Music. This jam places it right back in and gives a big gorgeous kiss to go with it.
6. Latin Soul Brothas- Termino (Deep Pass), Noble Square Recordings- Termino (Deep Pass) by Latin Soul Brothas is a gem. Under one of Ricardo Miranda’s monikers he proves why he is nothing short of genius. This track reeks of Puerto Rican soul of a time gone by. The organ solo is definitely one to be tweaked and played with throughout. Termino is prime example why Ricardo Miranda should have a crack at a Fania Remix sooner rather than later. Latin Soul Brothas Termino

7. DJ Kemit, Carl McIntosh, and Kai Alce- Digital Love (Remix), Sound Signature- Dance music is missing a key component            in my view, and that is house music with meaning. Digital Love is a gorgeous cut filled with a smooth vocal and a sultry                bassline. Just as much as this is for cuddling up with that special one, it def is a dance floor filler. DJ Kemit, Carl                            McIntosh, and Kai Alce got it all the way right with this one. DJ Kemit Digital Love (Remix)

8. Alton Miller feat. Nasiphi- Love’s Right Here, Division 81 Records- This came out the end on 2018 but I cooped this the              beginning of 2019. Alton Miller is arguably Detroit’s most talented and proficient producer. Constantly he is pushing out              quality and cutting edge music. Love’s Right Here hits the spot in many ways. It’s rhythm is intoxicating and will leave                  you begging for more. Alton Miller hits big with this one for sure. Alton Miller Love’s Right Here

9. Boo Williams- Outer Limits, Boo Moonman- Boo Williams one of the most talented producers in all of house music does               it again! They say Mr. Williams is a genre all to himself. Outter Limits is proof as to why. With the use of spaced out keys,             strings, and a rolling acid line this cut is destined for prime time mayhem. On the border of techno and house is where                 this sits, and if you know how to use these kinds of records you definitely are starting a fire out there. Boo Williams Outer Limits

10. Santiago Salazar- Hey Life, Love What You Feel- Santiago Salazar is one of the hardest working producers in all of true                underground dance music. As well he is a very fine DJ to boot. Hey Life off of The Night Owl EP is a 4am piece of work                  with the feel of finding that hidden LA Underground late at night. The possibilities are infinite for Santiago and this cut                is overwhelming proof why. Santiago Salazar Hey Life