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To be instantly transported to a good time, spin “Celebrate” by Dutch producer @theLaurentius and Luxembourg singer/songwriter Oke

LAURENTIUS and OKE, “Celebrate”

Not too many songs can evoke simple sheer unadulterated joy. “Celebrate” happens to be one of them, brought to you by Dutch producer Laurentius, whose music has been featured in this blog before, and Luxembourg singer/songwriter Oke. The song however has festive, African-influenced rhythms to support its theme of striving for success set against imagery of Mount Kilimanjaro.  Oke’s tireless, happily persistent vocal will instantly win you over in this song which reminds me of early 80’s songs by Juluka (or, later, Savuka).  Laurentius’ uplifting production nails the vibe of “Celebrate”, so make sure you save this one for not only when you want to recognize some kind of achievement, but when you just want to kick off having a good time.  Laurentius and Oke have a full EP coming soon called Jaiye, so watch for that one!

“Mister Love” will slay you with his disco powers courtesy of White Chocolate @hellowhitechoc

WHITE CHOCOLATE, “Mister Love”

New producer/DJ White Chocolate is already acquiring major attention in Europe and his second release “Mister Love” will continue this upward trend.  Already supported by Martin Garrix and released on Tiësto’s AFTR:HRS label, the Luxembourg-born producer (who speaks 5 languages) prays to the fine altar that is disco, and it quickly bumps and grinds its funky side into “Mister Love”, featuring an uncredited female vocal (with a wicked acapella verse that will make you cheer) that would not be out of place in the mid-90’s.  But the production is big and rich and playful, and belongs perfectly in the club music of 2018-19.  Its retrotastic house-meets-disco should be played alongside the latest by Mercer and Todd Terry for best effect.  I’m looking forward to hearing more of the fun White Chocolate will bring us next.