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Groove Junkies

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A.k.a. Evan Landes Left Hand Shake Soul Excursion

Born and raised in New York & currently residing in Los Angeles, Producer / DJ and record company owner Evan Landes (pka Groove Junkies, Cranky Owls, Nimble Digits) has gained wide support and respect throughout the international dance community over two decades for his consistent quality of work. Class, forward thinking and an unbridled passion for quality house music define the essence of MoreHouse Records co-founder. His desire to enlighten, uplift and ultimately transform new listeners into loyal followers on a global level has been his mission since the label’s inception. Evan's strategy of releasing an eclectic array of intoxicating dance grooves which are not bound by any gimmicky trends and memorable songs that stand the test of time, has paid off since MoHo’s doors first opened in 2002. A brilliant collective of singers, musicians, writers & producers, who are featured throughout Groove Junkies impressive catalogue have helped define the “MoHo Sound”. Within the genre of House music, each unique release can run the gamut stylistically - ranging from to deep, tribal, peak hour and electronic influenced tracks to organic soul, funk, afro, latin, jazz and gospel drenched songs. The labels discography and his personal achievements put him in an elite class amongst his peers. In addition to co-owning the label with wife and recording artist Solara since 2002, he's helped coordinate and produce over 65 successful releases on the MoreHouse imprint, including numerous chart topping hits. 2015 was yet another banner year for Evan. It yielded various No. 1, Top 5 & Top 10 Original Productions, Covers and Remixes on Beatport and Traxsource, as well as a highly coveted ‘Song of the Year’ award at the inaugural Los Angeles House Music Awards for his song “SUNSHINE” - co-written with Solara. Other highlights from 2015 include his stirring Deep House treatment of Spiritchaser’s iconic track “CONCH” on UK‘s highly regarded Guess Records. His remix soared to the #1 slot on Traxsource and remained there for 3 weeks. His tasteful Nu Disco tinged cover of the iconic Chris Isaak song “Wicked Game” on the red hot Greek imprint Erase Records, shot to the #2 position on Beatport and remained in the Top 5 for a staggering 3 months. Evan’s first collaboration with famed producer Michele Chiavarini (Joey Negro’s longtime keyboardist / arranger) and House music Diva Carolyn Harding spawned a timeless original titled “PLAY,” which ultimately secured the #3 spot on Traxsource.com’s Top 100 Soulful House chart. Throughout the years Evan's original productions and remixes have amassed an impressive 25 Top 10 positions on Traxsource’s Top 100 download charts, a Top 5 and Top 20 on Beatport, as well as the no. 1, 2 & 5 slots on the European based DJ Mag Hype Chart and a couple of Top 5 positions in Billboard’s Top 100 Dance chart. In October 2010 his critically acclaimed debut artist album “In The Zone” shot up to the #1 position on the Top 100 Album Downloads chart on Traxsource within 4 days of its release and received ‘Album of the Year & Month’ kudos from numerous industry publications. His body of work has garnered DJ support from industry legends such as Frankie Knuckles, Louie Vega, David Morales, Roger Sanchez, Ben Watt, Joey Negro and Tony Humphries to name a few, along with a ‘who’s who’ list of industry tastemakers. He's also collaborated on highly charted dance floor anthems for the likes of Om Records and Ben Watt’s Buzzin’ Fly and has contributed to the output of iconic labels such as Island/Def Jam, A&M, Warner Bros., J Records, Interscope, Ultra, Defected, Definity, Soulfuric, Mn2S, and LAY Records. High profile commissioned remixes for international dance artists and top grossing acts have solidified Evan’s position as one of today’s most consistent and influential producers within the global House music community. Opting for quality over quantity, Groove Junkies treatment’s of songs from artists such as Ben Watt, Frankie Knuckles, Leela James, Deborah Cox, Marc Evans, Michelle Weeks, Lisa Millett, Carolyn Harding, Richard Earnshaw, Natasha Watts, Samantha James, Colonel Abrams, Rihanna and Pussycat Dolls all showcase Evan’s attention to production detail, his musicality and ability to move the crowd. Groove Junkies music has been featured on highly successful mix compilations by labels such as Ministry Of Sound, Defected, Hed Kandi, Stereo Sushi, Soulfuric, MN2S, Seamless and Om Records (including compilations by top DJs such as Grammy winner Frankie Knuckles and EDM Superstar Kaskade). His songs have been played & charted on numerous international radio shows such as BBC’s Radio One, Ministry Of Sound, Hed Kandi and Galaxy FM in the UK, as well as Radio Italia in Italy, Pacha Radio in Spain, DV FM in Denmark, Braga Radio in Portugal, UDM in Switzerland, Radio1 Rodos in Greece, Radio Norway, Orbit FM & Pulse Radio in Australia, Beats Radio in So. Africa, KCRW & Power Tools in the US and many more outlets both FM and internet based throughout the world. Groove Junkies immensely popular ‘MoHo Stereo’ Radio Show aired on 5 continents to over one million confirmed listeners each month from 2006-2010. Nominations for ‘Breakthrough Producer’ at London’s House Music Awards in 2005, and ‘Breakthrough DJ’ at the Ibiza DJ Awards in 2006 found Groove Junkies in company with nominees such as Dennis Ferrer, Steve Angello, Sebastian Ingrosso & Jamie Lewis and offered well deserved recognition of Evan’s exceptional ability. Evan's DJ touring has showcased his talent on an international level at some of the hottest venues and festivals to an ever growing fan-base. Having headlined extensively throughout the world, Evan holds an impeccable reputation throughout clubland’s most discerning dance floors. As Groove Junkies 'founding father' and now solo member, he's earned a reputation for exceptional DJing skills and flawless programming ability. His versatility working with various genres have allowed him to display his talent on the biggest of stages, as well as more intimate settings. He has headlined on 5 different continents and rocked the decks at such diverse venues / festivals / parties as Detroit’s Electronic Movement Festival, The Electric Daisy Carnival, Def Mix @ Pacha, Ibiza, Club Essential in Riga Latvia, Catwalk in Barcelona Spain, Turmills & The End in London, Street Parade in Zurich Switzerland, SHE @ Trademark in Sydney Australia, Indochine in Jakarta, Fruto Beach in Cartagena Colombia, Vox Bar & Pixie Club in Brazil, Mansion in Miami, Ruby Skye in San Francisco, The Smart Bar in Chicago and DEEP & Balance in Los Angeles to name a few. He has shared the stage with DJ heavyweights and recording artists such as Frankie Knuckles, Louie Vega, Francois K., Hec Romero, Ben Watt, Grant Nelson, Kaskade, Terry Hunter, DJ Spen, Brian Tappert, Ron Carroll, Miguel Migs, Audiowhores, Jamie Lewis, Bobby & Steve, Andy Caldwell, DJ Meme, Jellybean Benitez, King Britt, DJ Spinna, Marlon D., Marques Wyatt, Anastacia, CeCe Peniston, Michelle Weeks, Tortured Soul, Barbara Tucker, Dawn Tallman, Kenny Bobien and many more… There’s no shortage of US based DJ’s & House producers, so it takes something quite special to rise above the rest and shine. The fact that Groove Junkies have cultivated such a strong reputation in such varied corners of this industry is testament not only to Evan’s enormous talent as a producer, his unbridled skill as a DJ and record label executive, but a combination of all - intertwined with that rarest of things; true star quality. There are no indications of letting up the pressure in 2016 and beyond.

     
Popular Tracks   
Wicked Game on Chalet Beat No.4 - The Sound of Kitz Alps @ Maierl by DJ Hoody
Born To Flow - Shane D Remix on Born To Flow by Groove Junkies & Shane D
Risin' to the Top - Groove n' Soul Sunday Service Radio Mix on Risin' to the Top by Groove Junkies & Reelsoul
Perception (feat. Solara) (Earnshaw's Hypnotronic Main Mix) - Mixed on Defected In The House Radio Show Episode 044 by Defected Radio
I Am - Groove Junkies, Reelsoul, Munk Julious Main Mix on I Am by Groove Junkies & Solara
Inside My Soul (feat. Solomon Henderson) - Mark Di Meo Remix [Mixed] on Defected Radio Episode 090 by Defected Radio
Risin' To The Top - Groove N' Soul vs SBS Shorty Downtempo Radio Edit on RECVRD EP, VOL. 1 by Groove Junkies & Reelsoul
Risin' to the Top - Groove n' Soul Sunday Service Vox on Risin' to the Top by Groove Junkies & Reelsoul
He Is The Joy - Groove Junkies vs Lenny Fontana Galaxy People Edit on He Is The Joy by Donna Allen
Perception - Groove Junkies & Reelsoul Rooted Vox on Perception by Groove Junkies

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Band Membership
Discography


Title Artist Year Type
Harvest For The WorldGroove Junkies, Reel Soul Ft. Nini Monroe2019Single
We RiseGroove Junkies, Opolopo, Solara2018Single
My TruthGroove Junkies & Reel Soul Presents Nini Monroe2018Single
Losing My MindMatt Caseli & David Jiménez Vs Groove Junkies & Alexander Polinsky2018Single
For Those Who KnowReel Soul, Groove Junkies, Solara2018Single
HigherGroove Junkies & Scott K. Featuring Indeya2017Single
From WithinGroove Junkies, Reel Soul, Mijan2017Album
15 Years Of MorehouseGroove Junkies2017Album
PerceptionGroove Junkies Feat. Solara2016Album
AfrikAcidGroove Junkies & Scott K2016Single
Live Free & DanceGroove Junkies & Michele Chiavarini Feat. Lee Usher2016Album
PlayGroove Junkies & Michele Chiavarini Feat. Carolyn Harding2015Album
Sinead's WarGroove Junkies2014Single
Let It BeGroove Junkies Feat. Diane Carter2013Album
God Bless The ChildGroove Junkies Presents Chellena Black2012Album
Born To FlowGroove Junkies Presents Baskerville Jones2012Album
I'm Dying InsideGroove Junkies Featuring Diane Carter2012Album
Addicted To The Rise (The Remixes)Groove Junkies & Stuttering Munx Feat. Indeya2012Album
My Day Has ComeDJ Dealer & Groove Junkies Feat. Chezeré2011Album
You Know How To Love MeGroove Junkies Feat. Indeya2011Album
The White Light (Part 1)Groove Junkies Feat. Alexander Sky2011Album
In The Zone (Remixes Part 1)Groove Junkies2011Album
Rhythm TalksGroove Junkies Presents Louis Hale Feat. Peggi Blu2011Album
What's FreedomGroove Junkies & Joi Cardwell2010Album
In The ZoneGroove Junkies2010Album
Unified (As One)Groove Junkies Featuring Indeya & Titus Fotso2010Album
Far Away (The Remixes)Groove Junkies Featuring T.C. Moses2010Album
Shut Up N' DanceGroove Junkies Feat. Wendy Brune2009Album
You Love HouseGroove Junkies Feat. Patrick Chappell2009Album
Black Man In The White HouseGroove Junkies Presents Rick Keller2008Album
Work It OutGroove Junkies feat. Wendy Brune2008Album
I Believe In DreamsGroove Junkies & Andy Caldwell Feat. Alexander Sky2007Album
Late Night With Groove JunkiesGroove Junkies2007Compil.
So Damn CrazyGroove Junkies2007Album
Free Your MindGroove Junkies2007Album
OM: Summer SessionsGroove Junkies, Chuck Love and DJ Fluid2006Album
DevotionGroove Junkies pres. T.C. Moses2006Album
Just Groovin'Groove Junkies2006Album
ParadiseGroove Junkies Feat Solara2006Album
Music's Gotcha Jumpin'Groove Junkies Feat. Indeya2005Single
Catch Your ShineGroove Junkies Feat. Kathie Talbot2005Album
House Of OMGroove Junkies2005Compil.
Feels Like HomeGroove Junkies Feat. Diane Carter2005Album
Sunshine (Sol Brillante)Groove Junkies Pres. Solara2004Album
Didn't I Bring You LoveGroove Junkies Presents Diva 2 Diva2004Album
I've Got It BadGroove Junkies Featuring Alexander Sky2004Album
The RemixesGroove Junkies2004Album
Oh LordGroove Junkies Presents Indeya2003Album
Wake Up EverybodyGroove Junkies Feat. Solomon Henderson2003Album
Don't Cha Give UpGroove Junkies Featuring Diane Carter2003Album
Spend The NightAudiolife vs. Groove Junkies2003Album
MidnightGroove Junkies2003Album
Inside My SoulGroove Junkies Presents Solomon Henderson2002Album
Gonna Get ByGroove Junkies Featuring Indeya2002Album
DeeperGroove Junkies Feat. Solara & Raya Beam2002Album
Music Is LifeGroove Junkies2000Single
The Groove Riders EPGroove Junkies1999Album
Everybody Needs To Be LovedGroove Junkies1997Album
InsaneGroove Junkies1997Album
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