deep-house

Step back in time, to 1989, the era when the underground sound of Chicago house music was pulsating across dancefloors worldwide. A pivotal year in the history of electronic music, and the birth of an album that would alter the course of the genre forever: Ammnesia by Mr. Fingers, a producer known for his undeniable talent and influence, who would go on to shape the sound of house and techno for decades to come....

Picture this: the year is 1989, and the airwaves are dominated by the likes of Madonna, Michael Jackson, and New Kids on the Block. Meanwhile, in Chicago, a soon-to-be icon is about to change the landscape of house music forever. Enter Lil' Louis and his groundbreaking release, "French Kiss." Now, more than three decades later, we find ourselves reflecting on the enduring impact of this provocative record and its undeniable influence on the world of electronic music....

In the annals of dance music history, there are few records as iconic and enduring as Lil’ Louis & The World’s “I Called U / Blackout,” a seminal release that has left an indelible mark on the collective consciousness of club-goers and music enthusiasts alike. Today, we take a retrospective look at this classic release from 1989, dissecting its influence and the stories that surround it, while remaining cognizant of the age of the record and the context in which it was produced....

The year is 1987, and the sounds of Chicago house music are spreading like wildfire across the globe. In the midst of this creative explosion, a bonhomous producer, DJ, and rapper by the name of Tyree Cooper emerges with a track that would forever cement his place in the annals of dance music history. “Acid Over,” a vibrant and infectious record, encapsulates the spirit of a generation while also standing the test of time as a pioneering work in its genre....