PARADISE LOFT STUDIO RELOCATION

To all our dedicated listeners we would like to apologise. Paradise Loft has not been updated for this week and will not be updated next week due to the relocation of the studio. We have not gone anywhere, we are just currently setting up the studio to be able to come back big and stronger than before!

Stay smiling and see you on the dancefloor!

The Paradise Loft Family

PLR SHOW 10 FEAT MANDRILL, MAZE, PILOT

Here at Paradise Loft we are happy to celebrate our tenth show with a heady mix of 70's and 80's groove. Miles G is back in full effect throwing records all around the place. Please enjoy the selections and hopefully there is a tune or two you haven't heard before.

A little fact you might not know, is the tune You Are The One by Pilot was a one off colaboration between the master Shep Pettibone and the powerfull Will Downing. A heavy electro, B-Boy groove that is another piece to the soul sound puzzle.

Enjoy, stay smiling and see you on the dancefloor.

Paradise Loft Radio 19/11/12 by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

Nu Shooz-Outside (Miles G)
Jeff Lorber-Full Moon (Miles G)
Mandrill-Feeling Good (Pony Boy)
Pilot-You Are The One (Pony Boy)
Body-Even If It Takes All Night (Miles G)
Norwood-Don't Let Love (Miles G)
South Shore Commision-We're On The Right Track (Pony Boy)
Maze- Twilight (Pony Boy)
The Whispers-Imagination (Miles G)
George Howard-The Preacher (Miles G)
Cheri-Murphy's Law (Pony Boy)
Ingram-Mi Sabrina Tequana (Pony Boy)
Fatburger- The Whole Truth (Miles G)

PLR SHOW 9 FEAT VINCENT MONTANA, MANU DIBANGO, BLACK LEVEL

With Miles G Unable to make this edition of PLR Pony Boy took it upon himself to bring you a classic selections of 70's Disco grooves. Some Euro tunes mixed in there with Munich Machine recording the disco stormer in Munich, Germany. The RAH band hailed from the UK with RAH being the initials of the founder, Ritchard Anthony Hewson.

The gentleman Alan Sorrenti, responsible for the tune Look Out on this weeks show was *born In Naples, Italy but in having a Welsh mother he spent many of his years in Wales where he became fluent in English. Over his career he sang in both Italian and English and represented Italy in 1980 at the Eurovision contest. Love his album L.A & N.Y which features the track Look Out and many other solid grooves. Keep your eyes Peeled for that one!

Stay Smiling and see you on the Dancefloor!

Paradise Loft Radio 12/11/12 by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

TRACKLIST
The Rah Band - Boogie Woogie
Alan Sorenti - Look Out
Vincent Montana - Love Star
Cloud One - Don't Let This Rainbow Pass Me By
Munich Machine - Get On The Funk Train
Lorraine Johnson - Feed The Flame
Erotic Drum Band - Jerky Rhythm
Manu Dibango - Big Blow
Black Level - Mysterious
The Salsoul Orchestra - 212 North 12th

*Wikipedia was reference in regards to Alan Sorrenti
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Sorrenti)

PLR SHOW 8 FEAT KENI BURKE, RENE & ANGELA, ODYSSEY

Yes, Yo! Paradise Loft Radio all up in the selections! Pony Boy, Miles G gettin busy so make sure you enjoy!

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PARADISE LOFT RADIO 29/10/12 by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

TRACKLIST

The Reddings - Steamin Hot (Pony Boy)
Keni Burke - Let Somebody Love You (Pony Boy)
Luther Vandross - I Wanted Your Love (Miles G)
Freddie Jackson - He'll Never Love You (Like I Do) (Miles G)
Change - On Top (Pony Boy)
Sylvia Striplin - Give Me Your Love (Pony Boy)
Rebbie Jackson - Ready For Love (Miles G)
Toshiki Kadomatsu - Take It Away (Miles G)
Rene & Angela - Secret Rendezvouz (Pony Boy)
Doc Powell - M&M (Miles G)
Bob James - Feel The Fire (Miles G)
Carol Williams - Can't Get Away (From Your Love) (Pony Boy)
Odyssey - Going Back To My Roots (Pony Boy)
UB40 - Your Eyes Were Open (Pony Boy)

PLR SHOW 7 FEAT HANDS SOLO

Many Thanks to Hands Solo for his Paradise Loft Radio exclusive Mixtape. A little over half an hour of very tidy mixes and flowing selections recorded purely from record.

The tracks on this mix were produced in America minus Cheri (Canada) and Time Bandits (Holland). A little fact about Nu Shooz who were from Portland, Oregon was that they were a Husband and Wife Duo. Nu Shooz Struggled terribly to get radio air play on their single "I Can't Wait", off the album "Poolside". It fizzled on its first release but a copy found its way to Holland where a remix the *"Dutch Mix" by Peter Slaghuis was made and then exported to the US on the Dutch label, Injection. The remix was noticed by Atlantic records. They ended up getting signed to Atlantic in January 1986. "I Can't Wait" was produced in 1984.

Thankyou once again for listening in. Next week Miles G and Pony Boy will be back with plenty more soul sounds. Any questions or information you would like to share please feel free to contact us at olivercgraham(at)hotmail.com.

Stay smilin and see you on the dancefloor!

Paradise Loft Radio 22/10/12 by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

TRACKLIST

The Time - Get It Up
Midnight Star - Wet My Whistle
Change - Lovely Lady
Cheri - Give It To Me Baby
Lamont Dozier - Shout About It
Evelyn King - I'm In Love
Midnight Star - Midas Touch
Time Bandits - I'm Only Shooting Love
Alexander O'Neil - What's Missing
Nu Shooz - Don't Let Me Be The One

* Wikipedia was referenced on information regarding Nu Shooz. See below for futher information       http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nu_Shooz    

PLR SHOW 6 FEAT DEODATO, CHERRELLE, BOB JAMES

Another week of Paradise Loft Radio with Miles G showcasing some of his newly acquired records from his trip to Japan. Pony Boy doin his usual thing with a hint more 80's boogie than usual.

Next week we will be featuring a guest mix from DJ Hands Solo. He is part of the Paradise Loft Family and has cooked up and explosive blend of eighties groove to set your stereo alight!!! Keep them peeled for that and until next time, Stay Smilin and see you on the dancefloor!!

Paradise Loft Radio 15/10/10 by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

TRACKLIST

Kadomatsu Toshiki – Pile Driver (Miles G)
Emur Deodato – Night Cruiser (Miles G)
Bob James – Steamin Feelin (Pony Boy)
Kano – Dance School (Pony Boy)
Cherrelle – I Didn’t Mean To Turn You On (Miles G)
Kenny G – Sax Attack (Miles G)
Carmen – Time To Move (Pony Boy)
Melba Moore – Lets Stand Together (Pony Boy)
Change – You’re my Number One (Miles G)
MTUME – Green Light (Miles G)
Orlando Johnson – Chocolate City (Pony Boy)
Bob James – Winchester Lady (Pony Boy)
Patrice Rushen – Gotta Find It (Miles G)

PLR SHOW 5 FEAT SURFACE, JEFF LORBER, CLOUD ONE

Miles G rejoins Pony Boy after his worldy adventures with plenty of new records to share. Another week incorporating soul, disco, jazz and boogie music to make you feel good! Any questions or comments please feel free to get in contact with us.(email address available at the bottom of the page)

Paradise Loft Radio 08/10/12 by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

TRACKLIST

Cloud One - Flying high (Pony Boy)
Surface - When Your Ex Wants You Back (Instrumental) (Pony Boy)
Hiroshima - Crusin J Town (Miles G)
Kadomatsu Toshiki - Take it away (Miles G)
Jeff Lorber - Step By Step (Instrumental) (Pony Boy)
Michael Jackson - Baby Be Mine (Pony Boy)
Melba Moore, Feat Kashif - Love the One Im With (A Lot Of Love) (Miles G)
Eddie Murphy - Everything's Coming Up Roses (Miles G)
Patrice Rushen - Feels so real (Wont Let Go) (Miles G)
Princess - Say I'm Your Number One (Pony Boy)
Rene & Angela - I'll Be Good (Pony Boy)
BB&Q Band - Dreamer (Miles G)
Donna Allen - Satisfied (Miles G)
Sharon Redd - Never Gonna Give You up (Pony Boy)
Loose Ends - A New Horizon (Pony Boy)

PLR ITALIANS OCCASIONALLY DO IT BETTER

 

Italians Occasionally Do It Better by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

Italo Disco was a genre that began in the late 1970’s and peaked in popularity during the 80’s. The unique Italo sound came from electronic keyboard synthesizers, mesmerising robotic drum patterns and melodic loops.

In it’s beginnings, it was a sound that was very unique in comparison to what was heard from the USA, UK and other parts of Europe at the time. This didn’t stop the style being embraced internationally, with Kano’s I’m Ready making it to number 21 on the US ‘Black Singles’ chart in 1981. The song was produced by Stefano Pulga and Luciano Ninzatti, two men who were largely responsible for the exported Italo sound. Many of their productions (including the Larry Levan remixed First True Love Affair by Jimmy Ross) featured heavily through the speakers of influential NYC nightclubs.

Patrick Cowley (Megatron Man) and Bobby Orlando (West End Girls) were two American producers who embraced the Italo sound in their music. In America, this sound was known as High NRG but the ties to Italo were undeniable. Cowley consolidated Americas interest in High NRG, and the scene in San Francisco acted as an incubator for the growth of this Italo influenced sub genre.

Italo Disco is a mysterious genre. The influence it silently had over music internationally, makes the lack of knowledge worldwide today very intriguing. When you listen you can see the umbrella bobbing in your cocktail glass or feel as though you are driving in a car chase, with the surging bass line propelling you along. For me Italo is full of imagery. It offers a direct time portal to the ‘perceived future’ in a positive light.

Please enjoy this selection in all its flamboyant, emotional, camp glory and pass it along. Give the gift of music, stay smiling and see you on the dance floor! Please note that not all of the songs on this mix are from Italy - going to show that Italians only occasionally do it better.

Pony Boy

PLR SHOW 4 FEAT TANTRA, ALAN PARSONS PROJECT, RAH BAND

Paradise Loft Radio 24/09/12 by Paradiseloftradio on Mixcloud

TRACKLIST
Tantra - A Place Called Tarot
The Doors - Riders on the Storm
Cloud One - Dust to Dust
Mikki - Dance Lover (Dub)
Steve Miller Band - The Window
Alan Parson Project - Mammagamma
Gino Soccio - Dance to Dance
RAH Band - Clouds Across the Moon (Super Nova Mix)
Pink Floyd - Breathe in the Air
Neil Young - Dont Let it Bring You Down
Gil Scott Heron - Winter In America

Welcome for another week of Paradise Loft Radio. This week brings you an atmospheric blend of disco, boogie, folk and rock. Each of the selections hold a very strong soul vibe and hope you enjoy these songs as much as we do.

Miles G is still overseas living it up. im getting great reports about his luck serching for records in Japan. Expect for a few of them to show up on next weeks show.

I'd like to give special thanks to Lauren Bezzina for her design of Paradise Loft Radio. It wouldn't be possible without her!

Enjoy the next hour of music. Pony Boy, a pile of records, a microphone and timeless music to take you to another place.

Next week Paradise Loft Radio brings you an exclusive Italo mixtape, Italians Occasionally Do It Better. Get excited for that one!

Stay smilin and see you on the dancefloor!

PLR SHOW 3 FEAT JAGO, FONDA RAE, GINO SOCCIO

Paradise Loft Radio 18/09/12 by Paradiseloftradio on Mixcloud

TRACK LIST

George Benson - inside love
Glenn Jones - Finesse
Snatch - Another Brick In The Wall
Miami Sound Machine - Dr Beat (Instrumental)
Jago - Im Going To Go (remix)
Five Star - All Fall Down (Instrumental)
The Aleems, Feat Leroy Burgess - Release Yourself
Fonda Rae - Touch Me
Patrice Rushen - Number One (Instrumental)
Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes - Todays Your Lucky Day (Dub)
The Art Of Love - Looking Through The Night
GQ - Disco Nights
Mystic Merlin - Mr Magician
Gino Soccio - Try It Out
Tempest Trio - Do You Like The Way That It Feels

Another week and another installment of Paradise Loft radio. Miles G has been over in Tokyo town and will be for the next few weeks. Pony Boy has jumped on the turntables to make sure the tunes keep comin. Enjoy the heat, stay smiling and see you on the dancefloor!!

PLR SHOW 2 FEAT KWICK, LOOSE ENDS, THE ALEEMS

Paradise Loft Radio 7/9/12 by Paradiseloftradio on Mixcloud

TRACKLIST

Lips-UFL (Miles G)
George Howard- In Love (Miles G)
The Aleems, Feat Leroy Burgess - Dance to the Groove (Pony Boy)
Kwick- You're the Kind of Girl I Like (Pony Boy)
Yellow Jackets- Matinee Idol (Miles G)
Cliff Sarde' Sellin' the Store (Miles G)
Les Lee - Tell me Can You Love Me (Pony Boy)
Klique- I Can't Shake This Feeling (Pony Boy)
Windjammers- Am I Right (Miles G)
Toshiki Kadomatsu- Tokyo Tower (Miles G)
The Jones Girls- Keep It Comin (Pony Boy)
Loose End- We've Arrived (US Mix) (Pony Boy)
Tatsuro Yamashita- Silent Screamer (Miles G)
I'm Talking- Holy Word (Miles G)

Another week of Paradise Loft Radio brings you an international blend of soulful music spanning across many genres. Miles G is just about to get up outta here for a couple of weeks and make his way to Japan. Expect a little write up from him on the record scene over there.

Stay smiling and see you on the dancefloor!

PLR SHOW 1 FEAT SINNAMON, POWERLINE, SAMBA SOUL

Paradise Loft Radio 25/08/12 by Paradise Loft Radio on Mixcloud

The first installment for Paradise Loft Radio, introducing Miles G and Pony Boy. An hour long mix of classic late 70's, early 80's soul groove avaliable to stream live or download at the link above. Please enjoy, pass it along and feel free to contact us at olivercgraham(at)hotmail.com

TRACKLIST

Lee Ritenour - Countdown (Miles G)
Jeff Lorber  - Magic Lady (Miles G)
Samba Soul - Chove Chuva (Pony Boy)
Second Image - The Jazzy Dancer (Pony Boy)
Clifford Coulter - Dont Want To See You Cry (Miles G)
Powerline - Journey (Pony Boy)
Shakatak- Watching You (Miles G)
Phillip Michael Thomas - Just The Way I Planned It (Pony Boy)
Kashif - I Want to have Love With You (Miles G)
Midnight Star - Midas Touch (Miles G)
State Of Grace - Thats when We'll Be Free (Pony Boy)
Sinnamon - Thanks to You (Pony Boy)
Rose Royce - Love Me Right Now (Pony Boy)

PARADISE LOFT RADIO TAKING OVER THE AIRWAVES

The name Paradise Loft is an amalgamation of Paradise Garage and  the Loft. They were the names of two of the most influential New York Nightclubs of the 70's/80's that housed the birth of dance music as we know it today.

The two clubs were completely focused on music. Paradise Garage was a real party where people went to dance themselves good, where as The Loft was much more spiritual and intimate. They were both places of excess, refuge, liberation, spirituality, release and we truly wish we had been able to be a part of them. Listen in and hear influences in our selections from these two meccas of the night.

Paradise Loft radio is the story of two brothers, their love of soul music and a strong desire to share it with the world. With very different tastes in music they have found common ground on certain cross over genres. This has allowed each of them to learn about new grooves.

Miles G is an old hand in the Radio game and has held residencies at two radio stations spanning years. He has an amazing ear for for jazz and funk fusion while still bringing a lot of late 70's, early 80's disco grooves. Miles' selections are always a little to the left which is great for the diversity of the program. Expect to hear new tunes to have you all over Discogs!

Pony Boy comes from the DJ background and has been collecting records for the last eight years. While living in England he made a point of using his time wisely and acquired many oddities that he brings to the program. In more recent times Pony Boy has been involved the production of music. August, 2012 saw the release of Flip The Coin by Freekwency where Pony Boy wrote the song and was also responsible for the vocals. Pony Boy will be bringing the DJ approach to the show with blends, mixes and lots of 12 inch selections!

There will be guests from time to time sharing a little piece of their collection. A brother from the same Mother, DJ Hands Solo will be joining us on the reg before he splits over to New York to get to the bottom of all this Disco business! We'd also like to thank him for his handy work on the Paradise Loft Logo. (Re-worked for Paradise Loft Radio by a special guest... website here)

We are true believers in Vinyl and play only Vinyl. (unless we are forwarded new works only available as an mp3) Through this we can tell a tale about how these records were acquired and the wild stories attached to the journey called record collecting.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions. We will endevour to have track lists available from each show online for you closely following the ending of a program.

First show will be avaliable for download shortly.
PLR