During the mid-80s and early 90s Movin’ Records defined the New Jersey sound. A skate-shop-turned-record-store run by the so-called “fairy godmother of house” Abigail Adams, Movin’s first output was ‘I’ve Got The Music’ by Boyd Jarvis in 1987, followed by music from game changers Blaze, Kerri Chandler, Tony Humphries and Smack; straight up “Jersey jams” that producers are still attempting to replicate to this day. Still the Movin’ Records catalogue throws up gems that sound super fresh along with plenty of lightbulb moments of musical discovery.
‘In Every Way’ is an undisputed classic production from Kerri Chandler, cementing his heavy kick-drum, clean keyboard and raw pulsing bass sound. Maryam Abdul'Ahad provides the vocals, while an additional mix is provided by New Jersey DJ hero David ‘Macho’ Camacho (RIP) using a classic disco dub groove that’s guaranteed to send a dancefloor wild. Hidden away on this release is the first appearance of Grampa’s ‘She’s Crazy’, with vocals by Calvin ‘Grampa’ Reed Sr. which was released later as a single. The original mix is exclusive to this release and was featured heavily by Tony Humphries at his early Ministry Of Sound gigs, even playing it several times in a night.
The latest from Bristol-based DJ Laurence Guy is is full of deft house cuts sure to uplift spirits and banish post-holiday blues. Bandcamp New & Notable Jan 5, 2023