King Street Sounds
House
2013
KSD216
Tracklist:
Content: 21 tracks + 78-minute Continuous DJ Mix
[Why This Collection is a Landmark]
This isn't just a best-of list; it is a curated journey through the soundscapes that defined the Dance Ritual era and the influential King Street aesthetic.
Louie Vega’s Signature: The collection features some of the most sought-after Vega re-works, including his definitive mix of Dennis Ferrer’s "Touched The Sky" and the percussive masterpiece Latin Ritual.
Deep House Heritage: Tracks like Mondo Grosso’s "Souffles H" and Ananda Project’s "Breaking Down" highlight the label’s ability to merge delicate, song-oriented production with driving, floor-ready house beats.
Historical Continuity: By including the 78-minute continuous mix, the release allows listeners to experience how Louie Vega weaves these tracks together—showcasing his legendary ability to create a "vibe" that feels like a singular, organic journey.
[Key Track Highlights]
The Icons: Rain (A Lil Louis Painting) – Give It Up (MAW Club Mix) – An essential piece of NY House history.
The Modern Classics: Dennis Ferrer – Touched The Sky (Louie Vega Re-Work) – A track that remains a "secret weapon" in deep house sets even years after its release.
The Smooth Soul: Stephanie Cooke – Here With My Best Friend (Dance Ritual Mix) – Pure, quintessential soulful house with impeccable production value.
If you want to know what "New York House" sounds like, this is the definitive answer. Louie Vega’s ability to curate tracks that are both technically complex and incredibly emotional is unparalleled. The continuous mix at the end is a masterclass in pacing; he knows exactly how to build tension and release it at the right moment. This is a permanent resident in any serious house music collection.
01. Rain (A Lil Louis Painting) – Give It Up (MAW Club Mix) (8:06)
02. Groove Box – Cassio's Theme (Original Mix) (6:50)
03. Tuccillo & Kiko Navarro / Amor – Lovery (Louie Vega Dance Ritual Remix) (9:44)
04. 95 North / Sabrynaah Pope – Hold On (Louie's MAW Club) (7:36)
05. Dennis Ferrer / Mia Tuttavilla – Touched The Sky (Louie Vega Re-Work) (5:29)
06. Louie Vega – Vega 3 (Original Mix) (5:34)
07. Stephanie Cooke – Here With My Best Friend (Dance Ritual Mix) (7:45)
08. Groove Box – Latin Ritual (Louie's Dance Ritual Mix) (6:00)
09. Ananda Project – Breaking Down (Louie's Revival Mix) (7:26)
10. Groove Box – The More You Want (MAW Flava Mix) (6:22)
11. Mondo Grosso – Souffles H (King Street Club Mix) (6:44)
12. Vozmediano – Un Café, S'il Vous Plait (Original Mix) (7:15)
13. Namy / Monday Michiru – There She Stands (Frankie Feliciano Vocal) (7:08)
14. DJ Roland Clark presents Urban Soul – My Urban Soul (Mr.V 2010 Revision) (8:13)
15. Louie Vega – Vega 2 (Original Mix) (5:54)
16. Kerri Chandler – Bar A Thym (Supernova Remix) (8:24)
17. DJ Vivona & Joi Cardwell – Return To Love (A Directors Cut Treatment) (7:26)
18. Stephanie Cooke & Diephuis feat. Han Litz – Beautiful Life (Manoo Flute Mix) (9:09)
19. Louie Vega – Vega 1 (Original Mix) (2:50)
20. Mind Street – Inside (Groove Assassin Classic Remix) (6:44)
21. The Nick Jones Experience – Club Add Theme (Original Mix) (7:52)
22. Louie Vega – Vega on King Street: A 20 Year Celebration (Continuous DJ Mix) (78:48)
Editorial Note (EN):
From a DJ and production perspective, Vega on King Street: A 20 Year Celebration (2013) [King Street Sounds – KSD216] highlights the signature sonic aesthetic of King Street Sounds within the House spectrum. The arrangement balances punchy drum programming, atmospheric textures, and mix-friendly transitions that integrate seamlessly into warm-up, peak-time, or late-night club sets.
От редакции (RU):
Vega on King Street: A 20 Year Celebration (2013) [King Street Sounds – KSD216] на лейбле King Street Sounds — это полноформатный релиз и компиляция в стилях House, отличающийся плотным клубным мастерингом и выверенной динамикой. Материал отлично ложится в микс и станет надежным пополнением профессиональной медиатеки диджеев и ценителей электронной сцены.
