RISCO CONNECTIONS — Ain't No Stopping Us Now (version)

Risco Connections – Ain’t No Stopping Us Now (Version) arrives on Black Rose Music as catalogue JIH1001, a 12-inch vinyl that taps into the fertile crossroads of disco, hip-hop house, funk house and soul house. The release, dated 23 May 2024, is billed as a “Warehouse Find!” – a hint that the material was unearthed from the deep-cut vaults of dance-floor history and now resurfaced for contemporary decks. While Black Rose Music’s recent output remains under the radar, this record slots neatly into the label’s penchant for groove-centric, sample-rich house that respects its disco lineage. The catalogue number places it among the label’s current wave of dancefloor-oriented releases, reinforcing a focus on tracks that can translate the energy of a warehouse party to a vinyl-centric set. Side A opens with “original vocal mix”, a track that leans into the vocal-driven soul house tradition. Its structure provides a steady, mid-tempo pulse that invites DJs to layer it under melodic loops or use it as a bridge between deeper, more percussive cuts. The vocal phrasing, while not described in detail, suggests a hook that can be highlighted in a set to lift the mood without overwhelming the groove. Flipping to Side B, “version” offers a reinterpretation that leans further into the funk house side of the spectrum. The arrangement strips back some of the vocal emphasis, allowing the rhythmic foundation to breathe and giving the mix a slightly darker, more hypnotic edge. This contrast between the two sides creates a natural ebb and flow, making the record a flexible tool for DJs who wish to move from a soulful peak to a tighter, groove-focused climax. Within the broader context of contemporary underground dance music, the record exemplifies a resurgence of genre-blending productions that honor the past while speaking to today’s club culture. By marrying disco’s melodic sensibility with the swagger of hip-hop-inflected house, Risco Connections delivers a set of cuts that feel both nostalgic and freshly relevant. For the collector, the 12-inch format offers the tactile satisfaction of a classic house release, while the “Warehouse Find!” badge adds a layer of provenance that appeals to those who prize rarity in their crates. DJs will find the two tracks useful for different moments: the vocal-rich A-side for uplifting transitions, and the more stripped-back B-side for deeper, groove-locked moments later in a set. The record is pressed on 12-inch vinyl, matching the expectations of house purists who value the warmth and dynamics of analog playback. Its straightforward format makes it a practical addition to any vinyl-based DJ library. Risco Connections – Ain’t No Stopping Us Now (Version), Black Rose Music, catalogue JIH1001, 12-inch vinyl, 2 tracks, released 23 May 2024. Tracklist: A1. Risco Connections – original vocal mix B1. Risco Connections – version