First Choice - Double Cross

This is one of the most sampled songs from the legendary Salsoul record label, particularly the "took my love away" part. A brand new remix has been done by Eli Escobar. He manages to maintain the integrity of the original while updating it slightly. The new mix has an 80s R&B/Disco feel which is fitting.

-Listen to the Original 12" mix here (YouTube)
-Listen to the Larry Levan remix here (YouTube)
-Listen to the Danny Tenaglia mix here (YouTube)
-Listen to the Eli Escobar remix here (YouTube)

Purchase the Eli Escobar remix here (Beatport)

Grade: A-

Various - Soul Jazz presents Voguing

This is a collection of songs that were the soundtrack for the unique dance style that first began in the underground dance clubs of New York in the late 70s. The Soul Jazz label in the UK has put together a collection of Disco, 80s Synthpop, and early 90s circuit tracks that were favorites of Voguers. Spread across 2 discs, all songs are full length and in their hit versions. The sound quality is great. Disc 3 is a continuous DJ mix by NY legend Junior Vasquez featuring nearly all of the songs from the first 2 discs. This collection is also available in vinyl and MP3 editions, however the MP3 edition omits all the Salsoul and West End tracks. This is an impressive release overall.

View the tracklisting, listen to samples, and purchase the compilation here.

Grade: A