Dj Cam & Inlove – For Minnie Riperton (Inflamable)

Released: 28/08/2008

It’s a long time since I have hear about Dj Cam. The french trip-hop, jazz and lounge maestro was a consistent performer on the acid jazz scene in the mid nineties after he sprung to prominence with the release of “Underground Vibes” in 1994. I fondly remember his DJ-Kicks compilation and give it a spin every now and then. 

In love (for Minnie Riperton) is five tracks of sheer soul brilliance. Using the vocal talents of Inlove he has succeeded in creating that special kind of soul music Riperton consistently provided us with. It is that slow groove, melodic and tender, with a touch of fragile happiness. It has been a long time since I have picked up a fresh soul release of such quality.

Born and raised in Nigeria, InLove met Dj Cam after she moved to Paris with her French mother. The combination of his production skills and her voice have resulted in several good musical moments.”For Minnie Riperton” is the main cut on the 12″, but it would be rude not to mention the magnificent cover of Burt Bacharach’s classic “The Look Of Love”, and “Winter In New York”. Vocal and instrumental mixes included for good measure. Check out Inlove’s MySpace page for a taste!

Dj Cam is working on a new studio album entitled “Seven” with artists such as Fink, Chris James from Stateless and InLove. Sounds like a treat.

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