NEW YORK (Top40 Charts/ Dope Den Productions) - Since this Grammy nominee burst onto the Dance
Music scene, Jay-J's been creating critically acclaimed songs for the industry's top labels and Producers. Credited as the 'Godfather of the SF sound', Jay-J's been shaping House
Music with over 150 releases appearing on Ultra, Defected, OM, Naked
Music and Moulton Studios. He's also remixed artists from
Jill Scott to
Joss Stone and has collaborated with producers from
Kaskade to
Miguel Migs.
Jay-J's unique productions have caught the attention of Coke, Apple, Garageband and MTV, resulting in his own Coke bottle for the 2008 Beijing Olympics to DJ'ing the 2006 MTV AVMAs feat. Snoop Dogg. On his label, Shifted Music, you'll find a collection of dancefloor hits, radio friendly house tunes and as well as the Re:Souled | Shifted Music Remix Collection comp series which features some of the best talent Jay-J's discovered while touring the globe.
Not one to rest on his accomplishments, Jay-J spent the last two years crafting his debut artist album, LOVE ALIVE; a smooth collection of meaningful and positive songs about love and sensuality. More than just 'dancefloor music', Jay-J delivers the goods and raises the bar with this strong, lyrically driven, warm and uplifting album. Not bound by any particular genre, Love Alive touches upon a wide range of music ranging from soulful house to downtempo chill to R&B and Electro. Thoughtful lyrics and beautiful vocals are provided by Big 'Brooklyn' Red, Michelle Shaprow, Charlene Moore, Brian 'BAM' Morgan, Judy Albanese and Fabian Leo with lush sounds and edgy instrumentation performed by Scott Wozniak and Tim K.
Don't miss your chance to jump on this 'organic and soulful ride through Jay-J's funky neighborhood' on August 25, 2009.
'LOVE ALIVE' TRACKLISTING:
1. Love Alive - vocals: Charlene Moore
2. Getting a Rise - vocals: Brian Bam Morgan
3. Start Where We Are - vocals: Michelle Shaprow
4. Into The Light - vocals: Big Brooklyn Red
5. If I Wanted You - vocals: Michelle Shaprow
6. Decide - vocals: Big Brooklyn Red
7. Watching You - vocals: Jay-J
8. Whisper - vocals: Michelle Shaprow
9. Reforminator - vocals: Fabian Leo
10. Every Road - vocals: Big Brooklyn Red
11. Hundred Proof - vocals: Fabian Leo
12. Ease Your Mind - vocals: Judy Albanese
'Getting A Rise' mashes up retro 70's funk with the future of electronic music. The simple pop/R&B hook is sure to 'turn you on'.
'Every Road' transcends dance music with its radio friendly/ commercial country inspired love song with house music sensibility.
'If I Wanted You' explores Jay-J's early Naked Music days. With a flawless performance by Michelle Shaprow, this perfect sexy groove reminds listeners of their first burgeoning love affair.
'Ease Your Mind' sets the tone for a laid back, groovy, lazy Sunday afternoon at the beach or by the pool.
Get a taste of the album/video at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00B7gWoFiZc
Advanced copies, interview & review requests: [email protected]
More about Jay-J, Shifted Music and Love Alive at:
www.shiftedmusic.com
www.myspace.com/jayj
www.dopedenproductions.com
'Love Alive 'Advanced Reviews:
"A smooth classic house collection with Jay-J's soulful style."
- Miguel Migs (Salted Music)
"I couldn't expect less than EXCELLENT from one of the most prolific and musical DJs in the market. "LOVE ALIVE" is more than dancefloor music...'
- DJ Meme
"The most complete house album of the year to date.'
- Tribal Kings
"Jay-J is keeping the warmth, the soul, the funk...the GOOD, alive in house/club music! Here is a whole album of it!"
- Morten Trust (Soul Magic)
"Love Alive is a Vibrant and Lofty Album of Songs and Optimism set to a sunlit soundtrack of First Class House Beats and Grooves in true Jay-J form."
- Nathan G (Australia)
"There's something in this album to fit whatever mood that strikes you.'
- Parrish Wintersmith (Groove Junkies)
"Very well crafted songs, with one foot in the past and one in the future!'
- Rasmus Faber (Farplane) 'Jay-J's album is a refreshing journey into a collection of 'club friendly' tracks and 'listening pleasure' gems that touch the soul and jazz of (soulful) electronic music.' - Julius Papp (Neo Disko)
"Jay-J brings together the spirit and vibe of some seriously talented artists (and) he has crafted the perfect blend of melodies, lyrics and beats like only Jay-J can do."
- Luis Baro (Sirius XM - All About)
"Jay-J brings forth an awesome full length LP that takes us on an organic and soulful ride thru a funky neighborhood where house and R&B live. Jay-J's solid production keeps the rubber side down for the whole ride!"
- Chuck Love (Love Network Programming director)
"Super smooth grooves with great vocal performances make this a must have album for soulful house fans."
- Mark Rae (Rae and Christian, Yes Kings)
"Jay-J's top quality production and ear for a groove that you can't stop listening to has always won me over!"
- Jevne (Onethirty Recordings)
"You can really feel this album is made by a true song writer. Classy melodies and vocal arrangements. Real songs!"
- Alf Tumble (Sumo, Bangana, Heya HiFi)
"A strong, lyrically driven album - each track perfectly crafted and each so powerful that they are wide open for individual release and remix treatment."
- Andy Ward (Soul Heaven, Soul Central)
"Jay J has delivered a definitive artist album that is not bound by any specific genre. He touches upon a wide range of music ranging from soulful house, to downtempo chill, to r&b, and yes even electro - all written & produced with a deftness than is undeniably Jay J. Thoughtful lyrics, beautiful vocals, crisp beats, lush sounds, edgy instrumentation, and first rate arrangements are all on full display here."
- Evan Landes (Groove Junkies)
