Established in 1989, Strictly Rhythm is an American house-music record label. Featuring acts, such as Erick Morillo, Armand Van Helden, Thomas Bangalter and more, the label has risen to prominence by promoting elegant sounds and dance-driven energy.
Today, we look at five tracks from the US-based recording house that we absolutely love. Tune in below!
Aly Us – Follow Me
Starting this list is Aly Us’s Follow Me, a track which lyrics capitalize on creating a peaceful world, instead of rationalizing fighting and hate towards one another. It’s classic Strictly Rhythm, as you know and love it.
Armand Van Helden – Witch Doktor
The widely known “king of disco” – Armand Van Helden – actually started out on Strictly Rhythm, surprisingly enough. The 1994 release saw Van Helden display some of his key characteristics, way before the release of bangers, like My My My and You Don’t Know Me, teasing what was soon to come. Armand would then go on to produce for a multitude of different labels, dishing out sweet sounds and pristine vibes.
Logic – Blues For You
Another 1994 release now? That’s right. This time, we have a collaboration of house giants, via the likes of Roger Sanchez, Wayne Gardiner and more. Blues For You is quite floaty and hypnotic in comparison to the last two singles we’ve covered, but it still stands out of one of the more powerful releases that Strictly have delivered since its launch.
Ghosts Of Venice – Without You
Wait, what’s this? French house music on Strictly Rhythm? How could it be? Ghosts Of Venice incorporate heavy basslines in this 2011 release on Strictly. Being one of the later releases on the label, it shows the direction that the label decided to take, as well as keeping loyal to its deep house roots.
Ultra Nate – Free
American vocalist, Ultra Nate, and her track, Free, are highly regarded as the best in vocal house . Although, Robin S’s Show Me Love can closely match Ultra Nate’s legendary track, Free is in itself big and bold; it makes a statement that no other track can. Feast your ears on this absolutely wonderful temptation below: