Soulfuric is one of the most well-renowned labels in house music worldwide. As production duo Jazz-N-Groove and Urban Blues Project (UBP), Brian Tappert and Marc Pomeroy released records on classic labels including Sub-Urban, Strictly Rhythm and AM:PM, even cueing up the first ever release on Defected Records (and a UK chart no.8) with Soulsearcher’s 'Can’t Get Enough'. In 1996, the two founded their own label Soulfuric Recordings which eventually included sub-labels Soulfuric Deep and Soulfuric Trax. Soulfuric was and is one of the most important labels in the history of this genre we love - taking inspiration from disco, funk, soul and Latin flavours and releasing cutting edge records with the freshest sounds, tightest beats and funkiest basslines. Well known for its soulful and uplifting vocals and bumpy dubs, Soulfuric championed artists all over the world.

Soulsearcher ‘Can’t Get Enough’ and the Urban Blues Project remix of Puzique track ‘Nice N Tight’ are two tracks which epitomise the sharp and shiny bounce of a Soulfuric record, that uplifting vibe is present throughout the compilation. Another track laced with soulful vocal and echoing gospel choir is the U.B.P. Classic Mix of Donna Allen ‘He Is The Joy’, guaranteed to improve the worst of moods. It’s hard to pick a stand out record when all tracks stand side-by-side so brilliantly, and this compilation truly proves the power of Soulfuric Records

4 To The Floor presents Soulfuric is part of the 4 To The Floor series, lovingly selected and compiled by Luke Solomon. 4 To The Floor also delves into the Nu Groove, Movin’ Records, Sub-Urban, Faya Combo, Classic Records and Slip ‘n’ Slide catalogues, digging for those lightbulb moments of musical discovery. Fulfilling his role as your friendly record shop assistant, Luke’s 4 To The Floor series comes correct with brand new vinyl LP collections and digital albums from these now legendary house labels, plus official label merch to accompany all of the releases, for that full rack-raiding experience.


4 To The Floor presents Soulfuric

1. The Thompson Project featuring Gary L ‘Messin’ With My Mind’ (Jazz-N-Groove Dub)
Written by Darrell Ellerbe, Gary Little & Keith Thompson
Produced by Keith Thompson for Thom-Kat Prod.
Co-Produced by Darrell Ellerbe & P.O.W.A.
Vocals by Gary L
Remix & Additional Production by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Background Vocals by Donna Allen
Bass by Gary Williams
Published by Soulfuric Music (ASCAP) & Jamlure International
P&C 1998 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

2. Urban Blues Project presents Mother of Pearl featuring Pearl Mae ‘Your Heaven (I Can Feel It)’ (UBP Classic Mix)
Written, Arranged, Produced & Mixed by Brian Tappert & Marc Pomeroy
Vocals by Pearl Mae
Horns by Daniel Powell
Guitar by Gary King
Published by Soulfuric Music/Imagem London Limited
P&C 1996 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

3. John ‘Julius’ Knight & Roland Clark ‘This Is House’ (Luis Radio & Raffa Main Remix)
Written by Roland Clark, John Knight & Brian Tappert
Produced by Roland Clark & John ‘Julius’ Knight
Drums & Keyboard Programming by John ‘Julius’ Knight @ Reversoul Music Studio, Miami
Mixed by Brian Tappert & John ‘Julius’ Knight @ Soulfuric Studio B
Remix & Additional Production by Luis Radio & Raffa
Published by Greyhouse Music (ASCAP), Soul In Reverse (ASCAP) & Soulfuric Music (ASCAP)
P&C 2009 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

4. Urban Blues Project present Michael Procter ‘Love Don’t Live’ (CJ’s Hard Dub)
Written by Michael Procter, Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Produced, Arranged, & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert for Soulfuric Recordings
Vocals by Michael Procter
Trumpet by Dan Powell
Trombone by Nathan Lyke
Guitar by Lloyd Holly & Gary King
Bass by Bill Pace
Remix & Additional Production by CJ Mackintosh for Cosmack Productions at Sarm East Studios, London
Additional Keys by Steve Burton & CJ Mackintosh
Mix Engineer: Howard Bargroff
Assisted by Allster Dawson
Published by Soulfuric Music/Universal Music Publishing Ltd
P&C 1996 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

5. Soulsearcher ‘Can’t Get Enough!’ (Jazz-N-Groove Dub Mix)
Written by Marc Pomeroy, Gary Turner & Eric Matthews
Arranged, Produced & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy
Lead Vocals by Thea Austin
Backing Vocals by Donna Allen
Bass by Gary Williams & Marc Pomeroy
Remix & Additional Production by Brian Tappert & Marc Pomeroy for Jazz-N-Groove Productions
Strings by David R. Cohen, Izabella Cohen, Marlusz Wojtowicz & Charles Cummings
Guitar & Keyboards by Marc Pomeroy
Bass by Johnny ‘Monk’ Hodge
Drums by Brian Tappert
Published by C-Wype Music & Mideb Music Inc./EMI Music
‘Can’t Get Enough!’ contains a sample of Gary’s Gang ‘Let’s Lovedance Tonight’, Written by Gary Turner & Eric Matthews, Published by Mideb Music Inc./EMI Music
P&C 1998 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

6. Puzique ‘Nice N Tight’ (Urban Blues Project Remix)
Written by Brian Tappert & Marc Pomeroy
Produced by Puzique
Remix & Additional Production by Urban Blues Project
Published by Soulfuric Music
P&C 1999 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

7. MindInfluence presents The Solid Gold Playaz ‘The Best Part (Wise Decision)’
Written by Patrice Rushen & Karen Evans
Produced & Arranged by Mike T & Kenny Gino for Soul Mediques/MindInfluence MusicWorks
Sample Replay by Marc Pomeroy incorporating elements of ‘Remind Me’ by Patrice Rushen & Karen Evans
Mastered by Carl Rowatti at Truetone
Published by Baby Fingers Music
P&C 2002 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

8. DJ John ‘Julius’ Knight ‘Find A Friend’
Written by Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson
Produced & Arranged by John Julius Knight
Mixed by Marc Pomeroy at Soulfuric Studios
Mastered by Carl Rowatti at Truetone
Published by Nick -O- Val Music (ASCAP)
‘Find A Friend’ contains a sample of Sylvester ‘Over and Over’, Written by Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson, Published by Nick -O- Val Music (ASCAP)
Sample Clearance Courtesy of Fantasy Records
P&C 2002 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

9. Groove Addix featuring Annette Taylor ‘Faith’ (Dominic Martin & Spin Science Tronicsole Dub)
Written by Annette Taylor & Richard Bush
Produced by Groove Addix
Vocals by Annette Taylor
Remix & Additional Programming by Dominic Martin & Spin Science
Published by Grastytrax Publishing (ASCAP)
P&C 2012 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

10. DJ Fudge ‘Mechouga’ (K2 Remix – Long Mix)
Written by Stephane Juif
Produced & Mixed by DJ Fudge
Remixed & Produced By Karizma for Koheasive Productions
Published by Tejal Records
P&C 2006 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

11. Urban Blues Project present Jay Williams ‘Testify’ (Mousse T.’s Test-A-Dub)
Written by Marc Pomeroy, Brian Tappert & Julian Williams
Produced, Arranged & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Vocals by Jay Williams
Background Choir by Octavia Lamberts, Althea McQueen & Carole Sylvan
Sax by Vince Broomfield
Remix & Additional Production by Mousse T. for Peppermint Jam Productions
Live Bass by J. Attig
Recorded at Peppermint Park Studios
Published by Soulfuric Music (ASCAP) & Copyright Control
P&C 1997 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

12. Afromento ‘Human Wave’ (GN Retwist)
Composed, Produced & Mixed by Hedi Benromdan (HEDI) & Stephane Juif (FUDGE)
Vocals by Hedi & Fudge
Percussion by Hedi Benromdan
Recorded at Blockheadz Studios, Paris, France
Re-Twisted, Fixed & Mixed by Grant Nelson @ Swing City Studios, UK
Published by Copyright Control
P&C 2006 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings under exclusive license from Blockheadz Recordings

13. S.U.M.O. ‘Supra Sumo’ (Beats)
Written & Produced by Combo & Alf Tumble for S.U.M.O Productions
Lyrics & Vocals by Danah
Bass by The Mad Midget
Guitar by Andreas Öberg
Percussion by Thomas Eby
Trumpet by Petter Linde
Recorded & Mixed in Heya Studios 2004
Mastered by Carl Rowatti at Trutone
Published by Reservoir Reverb Music Ltd
P&C 2004 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

14. 95 North ‘Let Me Tell Ya’
Written, Produced & Mixed by Richard Payton & Doug Smith for 95 North Productions Inc.
Published by Universal Music Publishing Limited
P&C 1998 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

15. Afromento ‘Human Wave’ (Christian Hornbostel Deeptronic Mix)
Composed, Produced & Mixed by Hedi Benromdan (HEDI) & Stephane Juif (FUDGE)
Vocals by Hedi & Fudge
Percussion by Hedi Benromdan
Recorded at Blockheadz Studios, Paris, France
Remix & Additional Production by Christian Hornbostel
Published by Copyright Control
P&C 2006 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings under exclusive license from Blockheadz Recordings
US-SF9-06-00387

16. Wayne Gardiner featuring Ras Anthony ‘In The Mood’ (Sunday Session Vocal Mix)
Written, Produced & Arranged by Wayne Gardiner at Close Cut Studios, Orange, New Jersey
Vocals Written, Produced & Performed by Ras Anthony Wiggins
Organ Construction & Solos by Wayne Gardiner
Published by CIMA Media (BMI)
P&C 2009 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

17. Urban Blues Project presents Michael Procter ‘Deliver Me’ (Hardsoul Keeps On Trying Dub)
Written by Marc Pomeroy, Michael Procter & Brian Tappert
Produced, Arranged & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Vocals by Michael Procter
Sax by Vince Broomfield
Keyboards by Marc Pomeroy
Remixed by Roog & Greg van Bueren for Hardsoul Entertainment
Published by Boiling Music/Westbury Music Ltd
P&C 2003 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

18. Urban Blues Project present Michael Procter ‘Love Don’t Live’ (Beats & Bass)
Written by Michael Procter, Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Produced, Arranged, & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert for Soulfuric Recordings
Vocals by Michael Procter
Trumpet by Dan Powell
Trombone by Nathan Lyke
Guitar by Lloyd Holly & Gary King
Bass by Bill Pace
Remix & Additional Production by Tommy Musto for Northcott Productions Ltd
Trumpet by Doug Oberhamer
Keys by Barry D.
Drums by Nicky P. courtesy Henry St. Music
Bass by Mike Caro
Assistant Engineer: Herman Santiago
Edited by Brian Tappert & Anthony Crupi
Published by Soulfuric Music/Universal Music Publishing Ltd
P&C 1996 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

19. Shawn Christopher ‘You Can Make It’ (B’s Preacher-Man Mix)
Written by Ron Carroll, Shawn Christopher & Tina Jenkins Crawley
Produced by Ron Carroll for Minister Of Sound Productions, Chicago
Lead Vocals by Shawn Christopher
Backing Vocals by Shawn Christopher & Tina Jenkins Crawley
All Keyboard & Drum Programming by Ron Carroll
Remix & Additional Production by Brian Tappert
Preacher Vocals by Ron Carroll
Published by Ron Carroll Music (ASCAP) & Boopsidoodles Music, Inc. (ASCAP)
P&C 2005 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

20. Soulsearcher ‘Can’t Get Enough!’ (Jazz-N-Groove Nu Disco Mix)
Written by Marc Pomeroy, Gary Turner & Eric Matthews
Arranged, Produced & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy
Lead Vocals by Thea Austin
Backing Vocals by Donna Allen
Bass by Gary Williams & Marc Pomeroy
Remix & Additional Production by Brian Tappert & Marc Pomeroy for Jazz-N-Groove Productions
Strings by David R. Cohen, Izabella Cohen, Marlusz Wojtowicz & Charles Cummings
Guitar & Keyboards by Marc Pomeroy
Bass by Johnny ‘Monk’ Hodge
Drums by Brian Tappert
Published by C-Wype Music & Mideb Music Inc./EMI Music
‘Can’t Get Enough!’ contains a sample of Gary’s Gang ‘Let’s Lovedance Tonight’, Written by Gary Turner & Eric Matthews, Published by Mideb Music Inc./EMI Music
P&C 1998 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

21. Wayne Gardiner featuring Ras Anthony ‘In The Mood’ (Brian Tappert Re-Edit)
Written, Produced & Arranged by Wayne Gardiner at Close Cut Studios, Orange, New Jersey
Vocals Written, Produced & Performed by Ras Anthony Wiggins
Organ Construction & Solos by Wayne Gardiner
Re-Edit & Additional Production by Brian Tappert
Published by CIMA Media (BMI)
P&C 2009 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

22. Donna Allen ‘He Is The Joy’ (U.B.P. Classic Mix)
Written, Arranged, Produced & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert for Urban Blues Project Productions
Lead Vocals by Donna Allen
Background Vocals by The Mount Olive Baptist Choir
Rhodes by Marc Pomeroy
Guitar by Jerome Smith
Bass by Gary Williams
Percussion by Brian Tappert
Strings Performed by The Florida Philharmonic Orchestra
Strings Arranged by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Published by Soulfuric Music/Universal Music Publishing Ltd
P&C 1999 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

23. Deepstar featuring Donna Allen ‘Sugar’ (Bonus Sugar)
Written, Produced, Arranged & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy
Vocals by Donna Allen
Keys by Marc Pomeroy
Published by Soulfuric Music/Universal Music Publishing Ltd
P&C 2002 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

24. Deep Swing presents Jazz Transit ‘Steppin’ Out’ (JJK Jazzin’ House Mix)
Written & Produced by E. Wikman & J. Donaldson for Deep Swing Productions
Fender Rhodes by Jon Nau
5 String Bass by Doug Shreeve
Sax & Flute by Steve Marsh
Remix & Additional Production by John ‘Julius’ Knight
Published by Global Groove Music/BMG Rights Management (UK) Limited & Soul Kids Publishing/BMG Rights Management (UK) Limited
P&C 2003 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

25. CeCe Peniston ‘I'm Feelin’ U’ (Subsonic Fudge Dub)
Written by C. Peniston & R. Carroll
Produced by Ron Carroll for Da Chi-Town Hit Makers & BMC Entertainment LLC
Lead & Backing Vocals by CeCe Peniston
Additional Keyboards by Rob ‘Diggy’ Morrison
Vocals Recorded by Kris Anderson at BMC Studio's, Chicago
Additional Engineering by Matt Hennessey at Traxster, Inc.
Remix & Additional Arrangement, Production & Mixing by DJ Fudge at Sam K Studio
All Instruments Played by DJ Fudge
Published by Cece Pen Music (ASCAP) & Mosprod Publishing (ASCAP)
P&C 2007 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

26. Urban Blues Project presents Michael Procter ‘Deliver Me’ (Jask’s Unreleased Dub)
Written by Marc Pomeroy, Michael Procter & Brian Tappert
Produced, Arranged & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Vocals by Michael Procter
Sax by Vince Broomfield
Keyboards by Marc Pomeroy
Remixed with respect by Jask for Thaisoul Music
Engineered & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy
Published by Boiling Music/Westbury Music Ltd
P&C 2003 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

27. Urban Blues Project featuring Bobby Pruitt ‘We Are One’ (Aston's Hands In The Air Dub)
Written by Marc Pomeroy, Brian Tappert & Bobby Pruitt
Produced, Arranged & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Lead Vocal by Bobby Pruitt
Background Vocals by Bobby Pruitt, Donna Allen & Ms. Monique
Remix & Additional Production by Aston Martinez for Motion Music Ventures Ltd
Keys & Programming by Aston Martinez
Bass by Phil Schweidler
Published by Soulfuric Music/Universal Music Publishing Ltd
P&C 2001 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

28. The Thompson Project featuring Gary L ‘Messin’ With My Mind’ (U.B.P. Prime Time Dub)
Written by Darrell Ellerbe, Gary Little & Keith Thompson
Produced by Keith Thompson for Thom-Kat Prod.
Co-Produced by Darrell Ellerbe & P.O.W.A.
Vocals by Gary L
Remix & Additional Production by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Background Vocals by Donna Allen
Bass by Gary Williams
Published by Soulfuric Music (ASCAP) & Jamlure International
P&C 1998 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

29. Melba Moore ‘My Heart Belongs To You’ (WAWA Drum Tool)
Written & Produced by Ron Carroll for Minister Of Sound Productions, Chicago
Lead Vocals by Melba Moore
Background Vocals by Avery Bey, Jjah, Sendy J & Ron Carroll
Mix Engineered by Kris Anderson a.k.a [KE]2
Remix & Additional Production by Bojan & Vic for WAWA Music
Published by Ron Carroll Music (ASCAP)
P&C 2005 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

30. Urban Blues Project present Michael Procter ‘Love Don’t Live’ (The Soulfuric Dub Mix)
Written by Michael Procter, Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Produced, Arranged, & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert for Soulfuric Recordings
Vocals by Michael Procter
Trumpet by Dan Powell
Trombone by Nathan Lyke
Guitar by Lloyd Holly & Gary King
Bass by Bill Pace
Published by Soulfuric Music/Universal Music Publishing Ltd
P&C 1996 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings

31. Donna Allen ‘He Is The Joy’ (U.B.P. Primetime Dub)
Written, Arranged, Produced & Mixed by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert for Urban Blues Project Productions
Lead Vocals by Donna Allen
Background Vocals by The Mount Olive Baptist Choir
Rhodes by Marc Pomeroy
Guitar by Jerome Smith
Bass by Gary Williams
Percussion by Brian Tappert
Strings Performed by The Florida Philharmonic Orchestra
Strings Arranged by Marc Pomeroy & Brian Tappert
Published by Soulfuric Music/Universal Music Publishing Ltd
P&C 1999 Defected Records Limited dba Soulfuric Recordings