Marc Brauner, Luca Olivotto, Uc Beatz, Lis Sarroca, Marcus Raute, Kid Simius, Habibi Grooves / Small Great Tunes Vol. 2

Artist: Various ArtistsTitle: Small Great Tunes Vol. 2Label: Small Great ThingsCat.#: SGT004Format: 12" VinylCountry: GermanyReleased: 2022Style: Deep HouseTrack Listing:Small Great Tunes Vol. 2 is another strong compilation of original tracks (three on each side) by artists of the Small Great Things. label. The record starts with “Something Hot”, a collaboration of Marc Brauner & Luca Olivotto, a truly hot dancefloor shaker based on groovy basslines and chord stabs, spiced up with vocals and saxophone chops. A2, “Malf Hoon” by UC Beatz, is a warm sounding, smooth house track with a rave-like bass sound and long, progressive percussion buildups. The A-side culminates with “Down Mode” by Lis Sarroca, an 80s-inspired bassy house track, which is slightly darker and suited for heavier sets. The B side starts with “House Nation” by Marcus Raute, a straight-forward house banger in the tradition of the genre. You get groovy piano chords, a strong house bassline, vocal “yeahs” etc. A simpl