Felon - Isla ft. Kaleem Taylor

Felon has just dropped a new vocal version of their debut release, Isla. This time around, it features the vocal stylings of one of the UK's hot vocal talents right now, Kaleem Taylor. You may recognize his voice from Tchami's Promesses, Just Kiddin's Getaway, Snakehips' Forever (Pt. II), or Memeb's Thousand Words. If those collaborations alone aren't enough to get you pumped over pretty much anything Kaleem Taylor has or will be a part of, I don't know what further evidence of his talent would convince you.

This re-released vocal version puts a fresh face on what was already a fresh production from Felon that has aged well over the last year. The uplifting melodies paired with what has become the recognizable bassline synth tones of the contemporary future/deep/house genres and that soulful sax, Isla was a production that was ahead of the curve a year ago, and consequently still sounds super fresh.

Both the original version of Isla and the vocal version featuring Kaleem Taylor are now available on Ultra Records, so check them and show your support. I was also going to link to the original release from Fat! Records that had a saxless version, but you may just have to go digging for that yourself if you so desire. While we're on throwbacks for Isla, make sure you also check out the Tender Games remix (it's a free download) for yet another different spin on this track.

I could go on all day about the talents of the Felon guys, but I believe I've already said more than enough -  seriously though, check and follow their Soundcloud. And dammit, somebody get on and sign Swimwear already - I want it!

- KJ

Fresh Drops Vol. 3 - Guest Mix: Danger Bay (Saskatchewan)

Here's the Soundcloud stream of the April edition of Fresh Drops on Underground Sound Canada. As usual, we have some summery nu disco, deep house, tech house and future house included. Some of this should sound familiar, as they are tracks I've posted, while some of it should be fresh!  

We were also joined this month by Danger Bay, head of Skylab Records and Skylab Events out of Saskatoon for this month's guest mix. Tune in at 57:40 for his house, tech house, and techno mix with a bit of future R&B/trap to end it off.

Tracklisting

Danger Bay Mix (57:40 - 1:56:45):

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1. Mr Ho, Florian Blauensteiner - BASF (Original Mix)

2. Loopdeville - Get U High (Original Mix) 

3. HiRO - Ruby Likes Dubstep (Kris Wadsworth Remix)

4. The Glitz - Snowmaker (Original Mix)    

5. Mihai Popoviciu - I Lead You (Original Mix)        

6. Figueroa, Obando - Deer Dance Posse (Proudly People)

7. Moritz Piske - Real One (Roberto Rodriguez Stamping The Ground Mix)

8. Adrian Hour - Ethno (Original Club Mix) 

9. Zoo Brazil - River (Original Mix)           

10. Daniel Dubb, m.O.N.R.O.E. - Body To Body (Original Mix)        

11. Sinisa Tamamovic - Red Light (Ron Costa Remix)

12. No Regular Play - Owe Me (Original Mix)        

13. KiNK - Fantasia (Original Mix)

14. Tiga, Audion - Fever (KiNK Remix)      

15. Shiba San - Westside Connection (Original Mix)

16. Lewis Boardman - Work On Me (Original Mix) 

17. vbnd - Time with u (Original Mix)        

18. vbnd - Animalistic (Original Mix)

Kris Jones Mix (0:00 - 57:30):

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1. Pick You Up Darlin' - Young Franco, Set Mo

2. Thee Worst (Club Mix) - Thee Cool Cats, Lika Morgan // Enormous Tunes

3. Shooting Stars (POOLCLVB Cover) - Bag Raiders

4. Let Me Know (Mike Metro Remix) - Terace, KLP // Sweat It Out

5. Closer (Original Mix) - Felon // Ultra Music Free Download

6. I Am The Dub (Original Mix) - S. Jay // Criminal Hype

7. Decandence (Original Mix) - Sebastian Ledher, Lex Green // 1994 Music

8. Coupe De Ville (Extended Mix) - TCTS, Aniff Akinola // MTA Records

9. Wiggle (Original Mix) - Lizzie Curious // Sphera Records

10. Disco Feeling (Original Mix) - Savi Leon // Tactical Records

11. Talkin' Bout It ft. KLP - Young Franco

12. Full Moon - Durante

13. The Promise (Walker & Royce Remix) - The Golden Boy // Eton Messy Records

- KJ

Felon - Closer

Felon, a crew of three London producers, have only been around for a little over a year, but have blown up over this relatively short span of time.  Felon's tracks are really well done, so it's no surprise that they are now getting attention from major labels such as Ultra Music. From really cool remixes to very polished originals, Felon's material is rock solid from start to finish.  If you don't believe me, just head back to their Soundcloud and see for yourself. Their first single that was released was Isla, and one of my favourites that was also picked up by Ultra is Colour.

Felon is back again with a new track set for dancefloors and beachside sets the world over, straddling a line between deeper tech house and garage, and the summery vibes of tropical house.  Let yourself G a little closer, and have a listen for yourself below.  You won't be disappointed.  Then hit the download button at the top right hand side of the embedded player, as Felon and Ultra have released this as a completely free download.

Don't forget to check their Soundcloud page for more past heat.

- KJ