Xpress Singles Vol. 1 [12"]

Various Artists - Xpress Singles Vol. 1 [12"]

Two original house cuts. One statement. The first release of our new "Xpress Singles" series, bridging gritty South London soul with slick Franco-American house energy - a release designed for the salubrious moments on the dance floor. "Soulbound" sees Bustin' Loose deliver cutting-edge disco-soul infused house music straight from the concrete textures of South London. Sung and produced by Bustin' Loose himself, the track rides a pumping, elastic bassline with warm strings and raw vocal emotion - modern house with classic soul DNA. Capturing the energy of London's expansive music culture, "Soulbound" is uplifting, euphoric, and street-wise. Inspired by the music of Fatboy Slim, rappers like JME and Ghetts, and the club culture of London. On the flip side, "Abracadabra" from Magnolia & Sam Karlson featuring LA wordsmith Relaye drips with French house sensibilities, blending glossy filters, catchy wah guitar, and punchy grooves with razor-sharp rap vocals. Imagine "Music Sounds Better With You" colliding with the cool charisma of Q-Tip - hypnotic, stylish, and irresistibly repeatable. The remix package pushes the release deeper into club territory: * Dam Swindle transforms "Soulbound" into a deep, bumping underground roller, rich in groove and late-night atmosphere. * Phil Weeks delivers a signature 'Ghetto Mix' of "Abracadabra", crafted with his beloved MPC sampler - raw drums, stripped-back funk, and a pure nod to house music's roots. * La Felix closes the circle with a nostalgic, early 2010's-tinged deep remix of "Abracadabra", balancing modern polish with timeless dance-floor warmth. Tracklisting: A1. Bustin' Loose - Soulbound (Extended Mix) A2. Bustin' Loose - Soulbound (Dam Swindle Remix) B1. Magnolia & Sam Karlson ft. Relaye - Abracadabra (Extended Mix) B2. Magnolia & Sam Karlson ft. Relaye - Abracadabra (Phil Weeks Ghetto Mix) B3. Magnolia & Sam Karlson ft. Relaye - Abracadabra (La Felix Remix)