in the basement

Today, the first in a special mix series coming at you from deep movements associate DJ Leo. That's him above in my old co-op bedroom in Ohio. Ugh, that yarny blanket! So gross. But that room was killer.

Anyway, DJ Leo does a weekly radio show on WOBC called "In the Basement," and it is always a treat full of deep grooves from the crème de la crème of house, including many of my favorites from the Nu Groove catalog and some newer Euro joints. Last Thursday's show was particularly rolling (as I'm CERTAIN this week's episode will be), so we've decided to include some of his live radio mixes on the blog every once in a while. Check out the playlist and download the biz below— you won't be disappointed.

Pepe Bradock - Life
STL - Moonlight Reflections
Hunee - Rare Silk
Chicago Underground Council - 2 Days
Unknown Artist - b1 untitled (The Nature of Retribution, Prescription)
Liberty City - Some Lovin'
The Utopia Project - File #3
Noni - Be My (Friend)
Underground Solution - Luv Dancin
Melchior Productions - Everyone's A Winner
New York House 'n Authority - Park Avenue South
Abacus - Come On
Simply Red - Thrill Me (MAW Mix)

DJ Leo- In The Basement 2010-01-14

Tomorrow, surprize...

cause you belong to me

Okay, I missed yesterday. Whatever. Happy New Year!!!

Since I first posted it in 2008, I've been receiving endless requests for a re-up of Norma Jean Bell's "I'm the Baddest Bitch (In the Room)." Understandable, duh, because it might be one of the best tracks to ever grace a set of speakers. And the Moodyman mix below is even better.

I sent this text message to my girl J9 at 2 am from a car in Ohio. I was coming back from seeing Tortured Soul with Nick from TGF, occasional deep movements contributor Leo, and this boy Tristan, who might be the most insane fucking driver I've ever experienced in my entire life. Sure, he was drunk, but he'd be holding a cigarette, rolling windows up and down compulsively, changing CDs, and changing lanes, all at the same time at like 90 mph. And braking. A lot.

The only thing that kept me from leaping out of the car was when this track came on, and I got all warm and started vamping out because who cares if I'm going to die in a fiery crash? I'm the baddest bitch in the room.

We eventually made it back okay, and almost two months later, J9 puts this up on Facebook. God to the damn.

Norma Jean Bell- I'm the Baddest Bitch (In the Room) (Moodymann Mix)

Oh, and I forgot to mention that once I got back to town from the insane drive, I go up to my friend Alie's place and the party has cleared out but my three best bitches are all dancing around like maniacs to "Orinoco Flow" by Enya, spilling beer all over me and kissing me. Truly one of the best nights of 2009. More to come in 2010, sans the insane driving, hopefully.

star star star star star

Today, a bit of coincidence strikes, as I'm giving you a taste of another TK Disco classic. Gregg Diamond's "Star Cruiser" (and the flip-side of its 12" version, "This Side of Midnight") was my formal introduction to the TK Disco sound, thanks to my compatriot in house, Leo. It's a long-running track with an excellent Philly-style orchestral arrangement, but with a bit more of a dirty soul-funk vibe than a lot of the Gamble & Huff productions. The piece also includes some really fantastic vocal pans, and of course, Diamond's sexy main vocal must be mentioned. A real 'lost' gem of the late '70s, "Star Cruiser" is sure to please.

Gregg Diamond- Star Cruiser

Tomorrow, something new!

sunday mixer volume six

The Sunday Mixer has finally returned! And what a treat we have this week-- my brother in house, Leo, has created a fantastic mix of groovin' house, or what Mr. Derrick May would call 'hi-tek soul.' An affair to remember, for sure, as Leo's ear is highly attuned and his taste is nuanced-- he just needs to invest in some decks, and he'd be made in the shade of club DJ booths all over this great land. Highly recommended with a fattie in one hand and a steering wheel in the other, or on the dance floor!

Tracklisting:
1. Blake Baxter - Brothers Gonna Work It Out
2. Shake - Happy To Be Here
3. House Proud People - Lonely Disco Dancer
4. Servo Unique - Ba' Dum Bah Da
5. Glenn Underground - 12 O'Clock Pumpkin
6. GU - Clap Yo Hands
7. Chuggles - A Dedication To Joss
8. Chez Damier - KMS 049
9. Kerri Chandler - Love Is Over
10. Joshua - Untitled
11. Holy Garage - Surprise
12. De Lite - Wild Times (Derrick May Remix)
13. E-Dancer - Pump The Move
14. Eddie Fowlkes - Understand The Groove
15. Paperclip People - Floor
16. Lil Louis - I Called U (Why'd U Fall)
17. Armando - World Unknown

DJ Leo- Deep Movements Mix 1

Tomorrow, think I might post a Kerri Chandler remix of Earth People.