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Once deeply embedded in the world of nu school breaks, Stanley T Jones, who formerly recorded under the aliases Orange Kush and Jaguar, has evolved his musical POV in recent years. Of his upcoming Sputnik 2 EP produced under the auspices of his housier Congellous moniker, he says, “The idea with Sputnik EP was to simply create some retro flavored dance music, but bringing it up to date with a twist of current musical influences.” Take a listen to the bubbling uptempo gem “Awaken From The Sleep” from the EP — which was notably mixed down on an authentic 1970’s Neve desk — out November 6 on Soba Records.

Windy City house DJ/producer Dan X has been in the mix since the late ‘90s. To date he’s released tracks on esteemed labels including Classic, Robsoul, Aroma and Doubledown. Plus, he’s served as half of two production duos, No Assembly Firm and Dirty Sole. Now making music under the alias System 5, he’s a partner in the new Bristol-Chicago Apollo Music Group startup along with Chitown’s DJ Heather and Bristol’s Lil’ Mark. System 5’s Reflection EP is the endeavor’s debut release, and we’re pleased to world premiere “Obsession” from the four-track effort. The classic-sounding house jam packs a tight, no-nonsense groove, crisp percussion and sublime synth stabs. Listen to the premiere below and check out the full EP on October 21.