The DPMC label helped define the new school sound of the early 90s that drew on house and eurobeat influences. This compilation is a sign of the times: big bass beats, samples and piercing female vocals were in; funky bubblegum was on the way out and kwaito was just around the corner. Featuring Syndicate Sisters ('You don't have to be white to be right'), crossover act Walk This Way, the South African version of the UK no.1 'Ride On Time' by Black Box, here credited as 'Bright on Time' by 'BB Plays Black Box', American favourite Gwen Brisco, and other young local acts like Liza Mezulu, Strike Force and New Age Kids.
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WALK THIS WAY - Best Friends (1990)
CSR/One Way/Teal Trutone, OWL2005
Producers: Chris Ghelakis & Marvin Moses
Interesting crossover project by popular new school producers Chris Ghelakis and Marvin Moses. Formed in 1989, Best Friends was their debut album, followed in 1992 by (Don't wanna live in A) Matchbox, featuring "I'm Sorry". The band built up a loyal following in nightclubs all over the country, fronted by dynamic duo Vic Kotzen and guitarist Mella Mann. Dave Ridley and Moses provide the keyboards, with backing vocals from The Syndicate Sisters and The Angels. Not credited on this album, Tracey Madden en Pamela Felix performed live with the band, along with Brent Harris on drums. Drawing on house and hi-NRG influences, its a tentative step into a brave new world post-bubblegum. The title track adds reggae and hip-hop influences, while they also attempt a cover of the Aerosmith hit they take their name from.
Producers: Chris Ghelakis & Marvin Moses
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