"La Libertad" by highly talented Spanish singer/musician/producer Pablo Fierro is simply the best latin/samba infused four-to-the-floor production we've heard in years. The phenomenal vocals and percussive live orchestration take you on a musical journey not to be missed - in other words, this is sheer musical bliss. Also included is a sublime floor stomping remix by label head Justin Imperiale. (Michael Fossati-Spirit Of House)
Pablo Fierro - La Libertab (Coming Soon) - November 24, 2011
Afro Dance (OUT NOW) - October 7, 2011
Hot on the heels of his recent smash "Tropcial Jazz" comes the next bomb from Cabana Recordings label honcho Justin Imperiale. "Afro dance" takes you on a mesmerizing journey to deepest grounds with its remorseless percussive afro-tribal rhythms and wicked orchestration - a witch-doctor in the jungle couldn't create a more intense feel...(Michael Fossati-Spirit Of House)
Mauritzio returns to Cabana with "Mama Kumba", a ruthless afro-funk production built around percussive tribal rhythms spiced with cool vocal chants, classy horns and phat keys. Label head Justin Imperiale is on remix duty, smoothing the vibe on his masterly orchestrated 'Afrobeat Remix', while his 'Jungle Dub' takes you to deepest imaginable territory with its utterly deep hypnotizing rhythms, jungle sounds and chants.
Justin Imperiale continues to bless us with outstanding releases on his Cabana imprint, with the latest offering being "Tropical Jazz", a percussive tribal-esque production oozing with a mesmerizing Jazz vibe created by marvelous flutes, jazzy keys and lovely guitars - close your eyes and let yourself be taken on a blissful journey make you yearn for more...
The team of Dom Navarra and Antonio Navarra return with the marvelous "Endless Possibilities", a sublime production featuring the unmistakable sensitive vocals of Antonio Navarra and delectable keys and chords over smooth yet infectious percussive rhythms. On remix duty we have Justin Imperiale who relaxes the vibe on his truly soulful remix, followed by John Crockett who injects his beloved melodious touch. Next is Trancemicsoul getting utterly deep and soulful on his fascinating version laced with galactic chords. Finally, Deep Sixty blesses us with his bodacious deep interpretation fueled with warm melodies and killer keys. An essential slice of soulful vocal house not to be missed.
What an impressive line-up of artists can be found on this unmixed compilation from Cabana Records: label honcho Justin Imperiale, 60 Hertz Project, Dom Navarra, Natasha Watts, Aphreme, Black Mamba, Mauritzio, Ady Thioune, Salvatore Agrosi, Fast Vision Soul - the list goes on and on...This stunning release is all about real musicianship and the love for soulful house music with a deep edge which can be found across each of the twelve featured tracks. Deeply felt vocals, gorgeous melodies, infectious rhythms and masterly instrumentation best characterize the diverse selection of tracks. Don't miss out on this exquisite musical experience.
Review by Mike Fossati (Spirit Of House)
1. Project A
2. The Lands Below
3. Where The Children Play
4. Beja
Cabana Recordings continues to drop serious deepness, with their latest offering being the From The Lands Below EP courtesy of Jason Cheiron. The EP features four tracks, all of them being on a deeper than deep tip, oozing with mesmerizing afrocentric rhythms, wicked chants and thrilling synths and chords guaranteed to send the crowd into a frenzy.
Paso Doble feat. Amera Light "My World" (Honey EP)
"My World" is the debut release for Paso Doble, a collaboration with songstress Amera Light who impresses with her inimitable sultry voice on this glorious production laced with grand synth melodies. A plethora of mixes from the likes of Blaq Soul, DJ Mtshepang, Jose Marquez, DJ Micks, Gemini Boys, Da Capo, Magic Soul, D' Oke', and more!
FVS-Always In My Dreams (OUT NOW) - February 11, 2011
Fast Vision Soul - Always In My Dreams (Remix by Justin Imperiale)
Fast Vision Soul - Always In My Dreams (Incl. Justin Imperiale Remix)
Always In My Dreams by Fast Vision Soul (aka Francesco Briganti) is a serious piece of deepest afro house impressing with thrilling atmospheric melodies over hypnotic tribal rhythms. Justin Imperiale intensifies the percussive elements on his remix while staying true to the deep atmospheric tribal spirits of the original.
What a jewel we've got here courtesy of Yohan Esprada and Cabana Records. The old school flavored "L'ebullition d'amour" features sensual vocals of Lorena and glorious keys and chords over a percussively thumpin' groove, altogether creating a mesmeric feel. But it doesn't end here as the the remixes by the likes of Justin Imperiale, Aphreme, Soletek, Fiso da Costa, Yal, Logan Dataspirit and Housadiction cover different grounds to let you enjoy this marvelous song in its full glory. This is sheer musical bliss - essential.
Custom Headphones : Now Available! - December 8, 2010
Custom Sony MDR-V700 Dj Lollipop Headphones are now available! Custom made to your style and preference. All types of bends & options available! Please see the MERCHANDISE section located in the navigation bar. For pricing and more info please contact: imperiale@cabanarecordings.com
"Soulomatik" by Marcelo Cruz is a truly deep yet soulful production featuring sultry vocals by Natasha Koss alongside delectable keys and chords over a thrilling backdrop. The remix is courtesy of label head Justin Imperiale who relaxes the vibe and adds a lovely afro touch for a deep and soulful journey for your body, mind and soul. ~Michael Fossati : Spirit Of House
Dj Mtshepang - Ekaya Giyani
[Incl. Justin Imperiale, Ananda Project, Azee, Mauritzio, Marim and Trancemicsoul Remixes]
Giyani is a small historic town in S. Africa where music is an integral part of life and is linked with worldview of society which it produces. DJ Mtshepang takes us back to his roots with this release. The project was brewed in Africa and has African dance routine with reminiscent of ethnic music from the motherland, this range on uplifting indigenous music. This project was made for all house lovers across the globe; it comes with deep, soulful, tribal, jazzy & ancestral soul sounds.
Justin Imperiale feat. Diviniti "Love Can Heal The World" (Part Two)
Justin Imperiale's exquisite "Love Can Heal The World" returns with a fresh package of deliciously soulful remixes taking this beauty featuring deeply felt vocals by Diviniti to the next level. Jihad Muhammad gives the song a warm organic feel, while Abicah Soul injects his beloved atmospheric sounds. Marcelo Cruz goes deep and percussive on his take, followed by the Brazilian Soul Crew who present an uplifting rework featuring a stellar organ ride. Lastly, there is Mauritzio's re-edit that adds a subtle underground touch to the original.
Written by Mike Fossati ~ Saturday, 11 September 2010
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Here we have a sweet 2nd package of mixes for the song “Love Can Heal the World” by Justin Imperiale featuring Diviniti. Curiously, all the mixes are based on a smooth percussive groove but each one with its own beauty. First, Jihad Muhammad adds a warm acoustic guitar and a gorgeous synth solo. Abicah Soul brings a dope bassline and wonderful keys, including a mad synth. Marcelo Cruz goes deeper on his version while BSC preset a feel-good mix with a stunning organ ride. Finally, Mauritzio is responsible for the Re-Edit, bringing a subtle underground vibe to the original mix.
Justin Imperiale-The Sound (Promo OUT NOW) - July 25, 2010
Justin Imperiale's "The Sound" is sheer musical bliss, impressing with an incredible scat by Dario Boente, marvelous keys and rhodes, wonderful acoustic guitar by Ian Fisher, and a laidback yet infectious funk soaked broken beat tinged backdrop in the 'Jazz Mix'. The captivating 'Deep Mix' is a magnificent deep house rendition of the track that keeps the feel smooth and jazzy. A jewel not to be missed...~Mike Fossati (Spirit Of House)
"Love Can Heal The World" OUT NOW! - June 26, 2010
Justin Imperiale and songstress Diviniti team up for the exquisite "Love Can Heal The World", an enchanting laidback production impressing with deeply felt vocals by Diviniti and gorgeous keys perfectly arranged over a smooth percussion enriched backdrop. Pirahnahead's pumped-up remix gives the track a more organic feel, while Jonny Montana & Craig Stewart inject their beloved mellow jazzy sounds - the result is simply delicious. ~Mike Fossati (Spirit Of House)
Justin Imperiale presents “Love Can Heal The World”, a wonderful song featuring vocals by Queen Diviniti over a smooth percussive groove masterly complemented with celestial keys, guitar and a huge bassline. Remixes are courtesy of Pirahnahead (with a more dancefloor friendly mix) and Jonny Montana & Craig Stewart (with their trademark jazzy sound including a lovely organ solo). ~Cakes Factory (Deeper Soul Blog)
Come A Lil Closer (Said-So Remixes) OUT NOW! - April 3, 2010
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Aphreme feat. Donald Sheffey “Come A Lil Closer” (Said-So Mixes) (Cabana Recordings)
Aphreme's "Come a lil closer", one of our favorite vocal productions of 2010 which features heartfelt vocals by Donald Sheffey, gets the remix treatment by South Africa's Setso 'Said-So' Maakwe, with a little help from Bonolo 'B=Note' Mogotsi on some of the mixes. The contaminous 'Main Mix' goes as deep as its gets, combining the vocals with luscious synth chords, while the 'Dance Music Feel' mixes take you on a deep celestial tech-soul journey. The 'Soul Dub' uses freaky organ and lush synths to further intensifies to vibe and turn the track into a hypnotic late night gem. (Michael Fossati, Spirit Of House)
Justin Imperiale - Call Of The Drum EP (Cabana Recordings)
Justin Imperiale "Call of the Drum EP" (Cabana Recordings)The three track "Call of the Drum EP" by Justin Imperiale takes you to deepest imaginable Afro House grounds, with the tracks making use of relentless percussion elements and drums, synths and vocal chants to create an absolutely irresistible, mesmerizing feel on the dance floor you can't resist to dance to. Simple and deep yet utterly effective.
-Michael Fossati Spirit Of House