Zone Magazine Issue 033 - Jan Johnson
In our feature interviews in this issue we talk to cover legendess vocalist and producer JAN JOHNSTON. A name that for Trance and Progressive fans simply means quality. Starting out in the early ‘90s with short-lived pop band JJ, her fortunes took an upward sweep working firstly with the King of Trance, BT on his ECSM album, and then Australian powerhouse Anthony Pappa (as Freefall) on breakthrough release ‘Skydive’. Signings to Perfecto, Universal and more has spread the Jan Johnson gospel and showcased not only her vocal talents, but also her song writing abilities. Soundtrack syncs and contributions to Grammy Award nominated albums as well as 4 solo albums and countless singles has kept this doyen of the scene at the top of her profession.
In our feature interviews in this issue we talk to cover legendess vocalist and producer JAN JOHNSTON. A name that for Trance and Progressive fans simply means quality. Starting out in the early ‘90s with short-lived pop band JJ, her fortunes took an upward sweep working firstly with the King of Trance, BT on his ECSM album, and then Australian powerhouse Anthony Pappa (as Freefall) on breakthrough release ‘Skydive’.
Signings to Perfecto, Universal and more has spread the Jan Johnson gospel and showcased not only her vocal talents, but also her song writing abilities. Soundtrack syncs and contributions to Grammy Award nominated albums as well as 4 solo albums and countless singles has kept this doyen of the scene at the top of her profession.
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Chris Stussy – Across Ocean [PIV]
Chris Stussy returns to PIV with a class 4 track EP. Featuring his much sought after
“Across Ocean”, with its bouncing drums and bassline, it’s a summer anthem. “Seeing
and believing” brings in tougher techy elements, whilst “Independant Woman” brings the
garage vibes. Finally, “Kaizen” takes on a sun-drenched journey to the Balearic isles.
https://www.deejay.de/Chris_Stussy_Across_Ocean_PIV030_Vinyl__960179
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Boo Williams – LOL [NICEPEOPLE]
Chicago house pioneer Boo Williams comes to Italian imprint NICEPEOPLE with this
distinctive 3 track EP. Title track “LOL” weaves obscure vocal samples with a bassline
that chugs along nicely. “Backwards run” takes us back to the late 80s with its retro
sounds, and “Banging out” rounds things off with its acid house influences. A nice eclectic
EP.
https://www.deejay.de/Boo_Williams_LOL_NCP004_Vinyl__962284
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Basicnoise – Concequences [spclnch]
Peter Fanai dons his Basicnoise moniker for spclnch’s second vinyl release. Title track
“Consequences” is sparse, minimal house, with delicate drums and squelchy synths.
Echoton are on hand for remix duties and deliver a smooth dep tech version of the track.
Flipside “Subsequence” takes us into more funky territory, with synth stabs and rolling
hihats. Finally, Kooscha’s take on “Subsequence”strips things back for a deep take on
the original.
https://www.deejay.de/Basicnoise_Consequences_SPCLNCH02_Vinyl__957817
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Carlo – Speak like a child [Purism]
Purism return with this smooth EP from Carlo. Deep house is the order of the day here,
with “Agua”s chunky bassline and smooth vocal samples. “Nein” continues the same feel,
with driving chords and vocals. “Heib” ups the energy levels with its rolling drums, whilst
“Mehr” brings things down for the close. Something for everyone here.
https://www.deejay.de/Carlo_Speak_Like_A_Child_PURISM10_Vinyl__957815
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Ingrid – Bullshit [Riot Recordings]
Pounding techno is what’s on offer here. “Bullshit” is a simple number, with a punchy
kick, rolling bassline and vocal sample, and that’s about it. What more do you need?
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original with the b-side “Heavy Trip”. Heavy stuff.
https://www.deejay.de/Ingrid_Bullshit_RXCLTD001_Vinyl__961664
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