They DJ, they write, they produce, they remix...Evan Landes & Parrish Wintersmith collectively known as Groove Junkies, have crafted a style influenced by soul, funk, r&b, jazz, gospel, and latin rhythms. Pumping grooves, uplifting lyrics, and undeniable hooks are the signature elements that define Groove Junkies sound. Born and raised in New Yo...
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They DJ, they write, they produce, they remix...Evan Landes & Parrish Wintersmith collectively known as Groove Junkies, have crafted a style influenced by soul, funk, r&b, jazz, gospel, and latin rhythms. Pumping grooves, uplifting lyrics, and undeniable hooks are the signature elements that define Groove Junkies sound. Born and raised in New York and Detroit respectively, Landes & Wintersmith, have methodically gained support from a legion of fans throughout the global dance community via their consistent quality of work, and an unbridled passion for soulful house music.
From the release of the first record "Inside My Soul', on Landes' MoreHouse Records in 2002, GJ's could claim in their legion of support legendary DJ's such as Frankie Knuckles, Louie Vega, David Morales, Ben Watt, Brian Tappert, and Tony Humphries. Subsequent original GJ's releases that have rocked dance floors worldwide include chart toppers such as: "Deeper", "Gonna Get By" Parts 1& 2, "Oh Lord", "Midnight", "Didn't I Bring You Love", "Sunshine" (Sol Brillante), "I've Got It Bad", "Music's Gotcha Jumpin'", "Feels Like Home", and "Catch Your Shine".
Many of their original productions have also been licensed for compilations such as Defected's "Wax Wars" and "In The House" Series, Hed Kandi's "Stereo Sushi", OM's "Sessions", Frankie Knuckles "Armani Exchange Mix", and Seamless' "Bargrooves" (for which they were commissioned to do a guest mix) to name a few. Their highly anticipated double mixed compilation for the Om Records "House of OM" Series in 2005 has received "Compilation of the Month" status in numerous trade publications, and worldwide critical acclaim.
Remix projects include their recent treatments of Pussycat Dolls smash hit "StickWitU" on A&M, Frankie Knuckles feat. Jamie Principle "Because Of Your Love" (due out in the Spring of 2006 on FK's Dub J's Delight Album) on Definty Records, Jay J feat. Latrice Barnett "Love Is" on Ultra, Richard Earnshaw "Inside & Out" on Duffnote, and Chuck Love "Soul Symphony" on OM Records. Previous remix projects include Frankie Knuckles feat. Nicki Richards "I've Had Enough" in 2005, and "Matter Of Time" in 2004, their hugely successful remix of Ben Watt's "Lone Cat (Holding On)" on Buzzin' Fly Records, Deborah Cox's "Play Your Part" on J Records, Colonel Abrams vs Groove Junkies "Music Is The Answer" on ...Records, and Nuzzoli's "Para Goza" on Essence.
GJ's live club sets have showcased their exceptional DJing skills, and programming ability on an international level at some of the hottest clubs/festivals throughout the world. As headliners they've played to packed venues from the North of England in Manchester at the extremely popular Angel Deelite Party, to the South in London at state of the art nightspot Neighborhood (formerly owned by Ben Watt). Recent appearances at Craig Barlett's slammin' Lamerica Party in Wales, the Pin Up Club in Sheffield, world renowned EL Divino in Ibiza, as well as stops in Australia, Belgium, Italy, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Barcelona, and various cities throughout the US, have bolstered their reputation amongst clublands elite DJ's.
Groove Junkies are constantly raising their credibility and marketability by taking time from their hectic schedule to appear as guest DJ's on various international radio shows such as Radio 1, Ministry of Sound Radio, & Hed Kandi Radio in the UK, Radio Top & UDM in Switzerland, Radio Italia in Italy, Radio 1 in Norway and Power Tools on Power 106 in their hometown of Los Angeles.
Upcoming original Groove Junkies productions include the singles "Devotion", and "Dr. Feelgood" slated for 2006 release.
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