Riva Starr Presents: In Dubb Vol. 2 (Sonar 2016 Compilation Album)
June 13th 2016 sees Riva Starrs illustrious Snatch! Records deliver the next instalment within their new compilation series entitled In Dubb Vol.2, ahead of their forthcoming label showcase during Barcelonas prestigious Off Week.
All productions from this impressive 11-track offering have been especially handpicked by Snatch! Records main man Riva Starr to showcase the labels dubbier side and provide a taster of what people can expect to hear at their highly anticipated Off Week event, where Starr will headline alongside some of the imprints finest talents (Santos B2B Haiku575, Paul C & Paolo Martini, Pele & Shawnecy, Paride Saraceni B2B Astin, Ruben Mandolini B2B Ki Creighton and Upercent) at Barcelonas intimate Macarena venue on June 15th.
Alexkids remix of Riva Starrs DubLife kicks proceedings off in suitable fashion, delivering a deep soul-infused House number that leads perfectly on to Dennis Cruzs groove-driven Orisha, similarly offering a cool and collected rhythm at its core. Other highlights include Metodi Hristovs slammin Tech House roller Kattegat, Ruben Mandolinis twitchy House workout Broken Down which boasts a very seductive Nina-Simone-esque vocal, the disco-tinged Night Shift by Clio & Yvan Genkins and the brilliant hypnotic closing number from Markantonio named Arp.
In addition, the compilation also delivers a sublime selection of exclusive dancefloor-ready gems from some of House musics finest established and upcoming artists such as the highly talented Snatch! Records regular Astin, label showcase performer Upercent, Brazils Hardmix, Germanys Frag Maddin and Italys Riky Ild.
To conclude, In Dubb Vol.2 marks another solid release from one of dance musics most respected imprints, and sets the tone perfectly for what promises be an outstanding event from Riva and his team in Barcelona.
In Dubb Vol.2 is available via Beatport on June 13th and the rest of the world two weeks later.