28th September 2009
Slack with updates as usual.
Objekt 5 released on our recent Summer Sampler, is being played by a diverse cross section of DJ's , with a recent mention in RA, slowly but surely Centric Music is reaching the right ears.
We have just inked a deal with Stephen Rigmaiden(Objekt 5 producer) and will be releasing his Analog Invincible e.p later this year. Also watch our for the Centric Winter Sampler due in stores late October.
Mini Japan Tour
Cory will be playing at two legendary Japanese clubs, during a whistle stop tour
1st November - Union - Osaka
8th November - Loop - Tokyo
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4th August 2009
I think we may have a underground hit on our hands!!! Monday August 8th is the release date for Centric 008 our Summer Sampler, call it our very own Sun dance. Cause boy do we need some.
Since pre-released 2 weeks ago on Traxsource we have been hitting the sweet spot with the likes of Osunlade (No 4 in his Traxsource chart), Dj Rocco, Lars Benhenroth & Conan Liquid to name a few.
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20th June 2009
July 8th see's the release of Dazzle Drums - Techtastic follow up to Elem, NIGHT HERON. Deep tech house in its purest form. Limited promos already receiving support from Halo, Kiko Navarro,Jinks, Laurent Garnier,Jesus Gonsev, Harri (Sub Club) & Henri Kohn
Soulhou57 Party
Cory will be spreading the Centric sound at this special independence day party. The event will be held in one of Canary Wharf most prestigious venues Astons Champagne & Wine Bar , Fabulous surroundings ,and quality house music played on a Function One sound system. See Ticketweb for tickets
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27th April
Stephen Rigmaiden remix of Rise- Up is gaining support from the deep house crowd, It seem the remix has hit a nerve and is being played by everyone from Xpress 2 to Laurent Garnier.
July sees the release of Dazzle Drums follow up to ELEM, entitled Night Heron straight up tech house.
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19th March 2009
Exclusive to Traxsource until the 3rd April.
Big support from Laurent Garnier,Ashley Beadle, Dj Rork, Mark Stone (UDM Show, Yass, Dj Deep, Kiko Navarro, Dave Wareing,Si Finnegan.
We are working flat out on a new interactive website so please excuse the blank space to your left.
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14th Feb 2009
Centric In Amsterdam
7th March - FRIZ @ Chicago Boom - DJ Mondino, Cory Soulfusion, Vibe Fellaz
Early Reactions
Good vibes on your release..
My favorites:
Main Vocal, DunnEasyMain, Dazzle Drums.
Nice work. all support ! DJ RORK
Thanks for this! Booker T mix and the stripped down dub are wicked!!! Playing, support and all that 9/10! Dave Wareing
29th December 2008
Hope you all have a great holiday.
We have our first release of 2009 mastered and ready to go . Centric 006 is from hot duo DunnEasy, having already reached the number one spot on Traxsource with their last two releases, we are hoping for big things, with this release Rise Up featuring Danil (Church Lady).
16th November 2008
Kif recording artist and one half of "Troubleman" Bruno Banner takes a rugged approach with his latest outing for Cooler Than Cool London outfit Centric. Raw, Throbbing Synth cuts through the dancefloor, underpinned with an irresistible bottom end. Defected Stars "Wipe The Needle" keep the groove, filtering it to great effect and with Laurent Garnier Already Championing this, Centric have a big record on their hands. Cutting Edge House that is destroying floors across the board. Prime Distribution
Available on vinyl now with full MP3 release exclusive to Traxsource from 24th November
Thursday 2nd October 2008
We;ve been a bit shabby with updating the , but that's because where busy bringing you that Quality house music with "NO FILLERS".
Centric 005 - Bruno Banner - Champions
Due for release on vinyl later this month, featuring remixes from the Swede/Uk duo of Wipe Da Needle(Defected,Deeply Rooted, Soundmen on wax) and Dutch newcomers Vibe Fellaz.
A bit about Mr Banner
- Is a french DJ and producer living in Amsterdam.
- Was also known as Trouble Men and Savannah in duet with DJ Fudge.
- Has been resident in The Mansion, Club NL, Supperclub and currently works with Amsterdam's favorite promoter Loveland.
- Has released tracks and remixes on major labels; Defected, Soulfuric, Hardsoul, Bits, Sneakerz for the latest.
- Manages also his own label, VillageDeep.
- Loves to play a broad scope of dance music, from disco to house & electro.
And has just produced a HEAVT HOT track signed to our little label, full dj reaction to follow
Centric Music Bi-Weekly at the Townhouse SW3
For the last 6 month's our label boss has been spinning all that good and great in this thing called house, at a bi-weekly party taking place in Knightsbridge, If you like cocktails and deep house music then check events for more info.
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Thursday 28th August - Happy Birthday to you
Available on vinyl, Mp3 release date 31st August
Continuing to honour the philosophy of “Quality House Music NO FILLERS”, Centric Music present their fourth release. It is a sparkling soul-kissed House gem from London’s Formation Soul, entitled Enjoy. The release follows on from Dazzle Drums’ hypnotic Elem, which was received rapturously.
Original Mix: Enjoy is a summery winner, with slick trumpeting, cool keys and a grooving live bassline. The icing on the cake is the feelgood vocal from Naomi Thompson, which demands listeners to have fun and enjoy their life.
Alex Martinez Remix: Alex Martinez supplies a brilliant remix for deeper floors, which still keeps the song intact. Playful keys, a reliable bass and energetic beats do the work on this mix.
Redsoul’s Jumbo Remix: Manchester’s David ‘RedSoul’ Wareing gives us a peaktime remix, where the bass comes to the fore. Bright keys and hefty beats partner Naomi’s positive vocals, but it’s the familiar bassline that really does the damage.
Greg Kozo Remix: Paris based Greg Kozo brings us an energetic workout, which is the most uplifting mix in the package. Bouncing beats and marauding synths hit home, with Naomi’s vocals taking on a diva like quality.
NoSweat Remix: A tougher version comes in the shape of the NoSweat Remix, which completes the collection. Powerful strings, chopped beats and a rough bassline throw shapes, with occasional appearances from Naomi’s vocals.
Mixes available to Traxsource
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Monday 21st July - Partyyy Partyyyyy
** First ever UK performance from the Masters At Work collaborator **
Raw Club returns to Corsica Studios this Saturday July 26th; welcoming a very special guest in the form of Sara Devine.
With a gospel background and backing vocal slots with the likes of Mary J Blige and Bilal under her belt, Sara’s now ready to showcase her own work to the world and has already been given the stamp of approval by Louie Vega, releasing her first singles on his Vega Records imprint. This will be Sara’s debut UK gig and one not to be missed for anyone that likes their stuff soulful and stirring.
There are singers who have the ability to hit the right notes and convey the emotion of the music. And then there are those for whom singing is more than just a talent they possess, it's more like their very reason for being, a force that drives them, a guiding passion of their lives.
From an early age it was clear that Sara Devine was more than just a woman who could sing. She was a woman who was placed on this earth to do just that. That singing was in her heart, her soul, and that someday her undeniable passion and purpose would bring Sara's brand of R&B to a wider audience and allow her to bless the world with her voice. Join us for what promises to be a "special" experience
Also on the bill for July is Ian Friday. Armed with a passion for the arts, Ian Friday is on a creative mission. This New Yorker has been seen on stage and film and has performed throughout NYC as a poet. In 1994 he founded a nonprofit arts organization called the Tea Party which provided a platform for upcoming and established artists such as Erykah Badu, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Saundra St. Victor, Vernon Reid, Corey Glover, Saul Williams, The Antibalas and the Last Poets. The Tea Party also featured one of the hottest and well respected open mics in NYC as well as a party with Ian at the deejay helm.
Ian Friday launched his own label, TEA PARTY MUSIC, in the spring of 2006, featuring his original productions and features Erro, Corey Glover, Kelli Sae, Byron Moore and Shelley Nicole. First up for Tea Party Music is the smash single Life Starts Today with Byron Moore on the vocals. Stay tuned to this incredibly talented DJ, producer, song writer, and poet!
Centric will be hosting Room 2 and have invited a producer and DJ very familair to followers of our little label, responsible for remixing last years latin bomb Bossa Sun Groove DJ Rocco – one quarter of Rodamaal (of Insomnia fame); Buzzin’ Fly regulars and the people responsible for inspiring one of Ame’s best remixes to date. Rocco himself has recently remixed tracks for Dennis Ferrer and Cloudkickers, as well as scoring one of deep house hottest releases to date Roots For Acid. Supporting Rocco will be our very own Cory Soulfusion, Al Mcdowell from Kiss n Tell and Rising star Dante from London's leading house music station Push FM.
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Saturday 7th June "Young hearts run free"
CENTRIC 004
Release Date 28th June
Formation Soul follow up last years magnificent "Bossa sun groove" with the uplifting "Enjoy", a masterly orchestrated and performed jazz-funk production with a latinesque touch featuring a passionate vocal performance by Naomi Thompson in its original form. Greg Kozo adds his unique electro tinged touch to the track on his take, while Alex Martinez takes the track to deeper, more laidback grounds. The 'No Sweat Remix' gives the track an electro rub perfect for the bigger rooms. Lastly Redsoul is pumping the beat up on his 'Jumbo Remix' that is fused with old-school electro flavors.
Michael Fossati - Spirit of house
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Wednesday 2nd April 2008 "Revitalised Conference"
Brushed of the jet lag like a piece of lint , then straight back to business, WHAT A CONFERENCE, probably the best in 4 years. Full report to follow. Will need to scrape some photos together as camera went awol..
Centric 004 - Formation Soul Enjoy
Enjoy Initial feedback -Limited promos where dispensed at the conference and the feedback has been very postive.
Loooovely
will definitely play the mix from Alex Martinez
This is lovelyyyyy - Laurent Garnier
Great package Original Mix 8/10 - DJ Rork
Wicked package! Alex Martinez brings the deepness while the original warms things up nicely - Si Finnegan
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Friday 22nd February 2008 "Stormy Weather"
Centric Music WMC Dates Confirmed...
Whilst we will be spreading the "NO FILLERS" sound at a number of WMC events (Click event) , we are pleased to announce on Tuesday 23rd March we will be hosting at 12 hour Pool Party at the South Seas Hotel slap bang in the middle of Collins Avenue , alongside Co-host Darren Holland (Baldeelox) we have JJK, Ron Carroll, Groove Junkies, Davidson Ospina and more
"NO FILLERS IN KNIGHTSBRIDGE"
That's right from the Friday March 7th and bi weekly thereafter Cory spins from 8-12 at the rather swanky Townhouse Beauchamp Place.
ELEM Update
Looks like this little gem won't leave the DJ cases still receiving major support from Roger Sanchez to Osunlade. 2nd vinyl pressing now in stores.
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Tuesday 5th February 2008 "follow you dreams"
We have some good news .
Cory's January DJ mix is featured in this month's DJ magazine. Coming in third place in their "Pick N Mix" section.
You can download the mix on the Centric Player look for No Filler 08 01
Our first pressing of Elem as completely sold out and is in the process of getting re-pressed by far our biggest release to date, it will also feature on Clubstar's forthcoming Karvan 4 compilation.
We now move all our attention to Centric 004 Formation Soul's Enjoy, featuring remixes from Dave Redsoul, Greg Kozo and more.
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Monday 8th January "Believe the hype"
Today see's the full release of Dazzle Drums Elem, you can now find all mixes at your favourite download sites.
Available until now from only Clickgroove & Traxsource, where pleased to say the Elem buzz is in full progress.
Elem Review :Jon Freer (Hearing is Believing)
Nagi and Kei Sugano aka Dazzle Drums bring us a simple yet beautiful Housefloor effort that really does have a hypnotic power. Polite keys, layered percussion and a fuzzy bassline lead the charge on the original version of Elem. Kiko Navarro adds a heavier percussive track and pointier keys on his equally entrancing Reprise version.
PS : We have added new mixes to the Centric Player including Cory's first mix of the year
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Wednesday 12th December "Damn its Cold"
ELEM Raw like sushi
On the back of limited promos and our exclusive download agreement with Traxsource & Clickgroove, it seems we are causing quite a stir ,with this magical release. And all this before its official Jan 08 release
Release of the week, Fish Go Deep - Go Deep Radio Show
Featured on Halo (City Deep) Buzzin Fly guest mix also Lars Behrenroth Deeper Shades Radio show
Number 4 in the Clickgroove download chart
DMC Update review (Greg Fenton)
Sounding like something from House music’s golden era comes this stunning reworking of ‘Elem’ by Kiko Navarro. What’s so good about this is the way the ‘Retronic’ version hits the acid button hard and fast in places but then off-sets things with clever, funky percussion and subtle, glassy pads elsewhere providing the arrangement with a sense of colour and occasion. There’s a great use of sounds too from the classic drum sounds of the eighties to today’s contemporary electronica. 4/5
Cory also has his December Top Ten featured on Traxsource. So all in all its does look like this will be our biggest release to date.
For the vinyl lover's not long now till you can get your hands on one of the limited 500 vinyl. Keep em peeled.
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Monday 3rd December "Working overtime"
SELECTED MIXES AVAILABLE FROM TRAXSOURCE & CLICKGROOVE
Selection of ELEM feedback
Dj Manoo ( Rodamaal, Buzzin Fly Records)
“Chicago style Vs Latin Vibes, i like it, great mix, atmospheric vibe, good job, 7/10”
Deli G (Traxsource Radio)
“Very Transmat sounding, for the deep tech market, I like it!, 7/10”
Osunlade (Yoruba Records, Strictly Rhythm)
“nice mix..old school vibe, i like it and will play it”
Yass (Defected, Purple Music)
“very nice man 8/10”
Louie “Lou” Gorbea ( Vega Records, AsheNYC)
“Hey Kiko...I am loving your remix of Dazzle Drum.....Your arrangement is amazing.. as the locas say here in New Yoru City..10..10..10...10's ....across the board..., 9/10”
Jimpster (Freerange records)
“really nice old school feel!, tenaglia stylee on strictly rhythm, i give it 7/10”
Sunshine Jones (Dubtribe Sound System, King St, Nite Grooves, Imperial Dub)
“Love it! ,Right up my street. Dancing around my living room right now, can't wait to play this remix. Thank you.”
Tedd Patterson (Cielo Club NYC, Vibal Records)
“definatly a record I will play, you can always expect quality and musicianship musicianship from Kiko. And he always keeps it deep! 9/10”
Alix Alvarez (Sole Channel, Vega Records)
“hey man, nice work like the bassline, nice synths 10/10”
Markus Enochson (Sonar Kollektiv, MAW Records, Wave Rec.)
"listened to your track, its nice, definitely will play it, 8/10"
Ashley Beedle
Hi, thanks for the promo download. All mixes on this sound excellent! Great quality house music and this will be getting many plays from myself.
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Wednesday 1st November "As I come back"
Panic over the site is now fully functional. Cory will be gracing the decks at this week Southport Weekender event spinning a "NO FILLERS" special set in the VIP room on Friday. If your in attendance just look for the guy in the Centric t-shirt.
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Monday 22nd October 2007 "May Day May Day site down"
Have no idea how it happened but we are currently experiencing major technical difficulties with the site"Notice the blank space to the right" We should be back to normal this weekend, but in the meantime for all enquires please contact sharon@centricmusic.co.uk
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Monday 15th October "Fun in the sun"
Centric off to the ADE
Centric will be spreading the "NO FILLERS" gospel at the ADE conference from 18th -20th of October. The ADE is by far Europe's leading dance music conference, with this year already sold out, It's shaping up to be their best year. As well as a very busy weekend for yours truly. Expect a full report on our return
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Saturday 7th September : "Been a long time shouldn't left you"
DAZZLE DRUMS : ELEM
A chance meeting on a damp Wednesday night in Shibuya (Tokyo), bears fruit. As we welcome to the label Japan's dynamic husband and wife team Dazzle Drums.
With releases on King Street, Loop Sound & Nite Grooves under their belt, It's an amazing koo for us to be the first European label to release a track from Japan's don's of deep house.
As usual we loosen the purse strings when it comes to the remixes and have enlisted one of Spain's finest Kiko Navarro. Add to that a truly outstanding remix from Formation Soul who is currently receiving major plaudits for his debut Centric release. It goes without saying this release is TNT
With support from Charles Webster, Jimpster, Manoo, and Alex Alvarez to name drop a few.
Keep im peeled for the limited vinyl.
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Monday 23rd July : Mixing up a storm in the lab
FINALLY BOSSA SUN GROOVE GETS A VINYL RELEASE
After a number of delays we are pleased to announce that our little gem that is Formation Soul Bossa Sun Groove is now available on vinyl.
Friday 6th July : Your slacking son
Bossa Sun Groove catching pre-release heat
We are ecstatic with the feedback received on this summer HOTTIE!!!. The vinyl release date has been pushed back a few weeks. But for those of you that have gone "All CDR" and just can't wait , Mp3 promos are available exclusively from Traxsource.
Centric Events
Cory will be spreading the "NO FILLERS" ethos at the following events, tickets,guest-list,Vip,Blaggers should contact sharon@centricmusic.co.uk
7th July : Centric & Baldeelox Boat Party : Temple Pier
21st July : Shiva : Canvas : Grant Nelson, Seamus Hagi
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Bossa Sun Groove Reactions
A Classic summer beach anthem – Osunlade
OOHHHH YYEESSSS lovely I love it full support from me a bientot and thanks - Laurent Garnier
Hey Guys this is really good music I love it! Great vibe! TOP! Thanks a lot for the good music - Dj Pippi
This is a massive record - Jamie Thinnes
VDefo support from the Jinks for the original mixes nice summer vibes though dawg - Jinks
Love this one too, Especially the Bruno Banner remix Dope groove -Greg Kozo
Thank you for this .lovely summer vibe indeed. Sunshine is back - Alex Attias
I love the Bossa track; I will be rocking it here in NYC. Great Job- Ed Dunn (3 Degrees Global)
Luvin this. Full support. - Patrick Green
The Formation Soul track has scintillating, saucy, soulful summer vibes written all over it. All the mixes rock with passion and should surely be huge this season. I'll be flexing both Bruno Banner's and Rocco's feisty knockouts for a long time to come.- DJ Marcia Carr
I very like the package sometimes the Original, sometimes, Bruno's Remix or Rocco Good vibe for the coming sun ! In my bag for sure - DJ Rork
Nice work on this release I rocked out the original Mix last night and it went off - Jevne
Vinyl release Date 18th June
Mp3 : Exclusive early release via Traxsource
Full Mp3 Release date : 9th July
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FORMATION SOUL
BOSSA SUN GROOVE
This is our second release and the first of two from a young producer by the name of Abi. Producing under the guise Formation Soul
We here at Centric are extremely delighted to have secured two tracks
from this up and coming talent. First up we have
Bossa Sun Groove. A stunning Brazilian House
tune with whispered vocals as smooth as a Mojito
with double rum. The live instruments used
throughout the track certainly draws you closer to
the groove.
We had no choice but to draft in the big guns
for remix duty on this Two guys who require
no introduction both responsible for timeless
classic house grooves.
Centric welcomes Bruno Banner & Dj Rocco.
Bruno Banner
Born in the 70's in Paris, Bruno Banner grew up
listening to funk, disco, hip hop, electro and early
house music". With his high school friend Fudge,
the duo became the Trouble Men. Credits include
Party Rockin’, In the air (featuring Colonel Abrams), Wildpitch, Underground, and Take control.
Bruno's remix features a monumental kick reminiscent
of a Salsoul disco classic. It takes the remix in a
different direction "techin" it out with some storming
keys,
Dj Rocco
One third of super group Rodamaal and an extremely talented producer in his own right. Three tracks on the forthcoming Cielo compilation pay testament to that.
The Rocco remix features a new baseline, which
hustle
along like PIMP.
Feedback we have received from the limited promos passed to tastemakers has been very positive, with support from Osunlade, Jamie Thinnes, Marlon D, Alex Attias, Halo, Jordan Riveria, Dave Redsoul, Franco Martinell, Greg Kozo, Davidson Ospina
and DJ Romain
We will be releasing limited Vinyl on the 18th June,
with MP3 downloads available with three unreleased mixes due on 9th July