Elements of Life featuring Anane Eclipse EP is Vega Records highly anticipated remix response to the immense success of the Elements of Life "ECLIPSE" March 2013 album release on Fania Records. Within days of ECLIPSE being released on FANIA it was clear that Louie Vega had taken his live orchestra project to the next level and created a testament to World Music through his eyes and ears. With multiple artists and musicians coming together for ECLIPSE fusing the sounds of Afrobeat, Jazz, Latin, R&B, Gospel, Soul, Blues and Brazilian two particular tracks stood out, showing the strength and warmth that lives in Anane's vocals and spirit. ANANE shines bright as a singer/songwriter, and global DJ having toured the world performing hits from her solo albums including EOL but also Djing festivals and clubs. With "You Came Into My Life" (the Roy Ayers penned song) & "Sodade" (a Cesaria Evora Classic) ANANE's musical peers from Djs to producers alike spanning the global not only acknowledge her unwavering talent but celebrate it with remixes that elevate the message of love and intense creativity found in Ananes voice and in herself. "SODADE" is music that speaks to the inner soul, Anane's seamless transition between her native Cape Verdian Culture and her House roots makes this timeless track beyond captivating. Its no surprise that the remixes selected for SODADE come from dj/producers that share a rich cultural and musical history in Africa like Anane. DJeff has been blazing a path to musical success in recent years, having played along side many of today's great Djs including Boddhi Satva, Ralf Gum, Carlos Mena, Anane Vega, Ian Friday, Rork and Louie Vega. DJeff understood "Sodade" in its purest form, Anane singing in her native language evokes a deeper emotion that could only be matched by the drums beating in the background, piano, organ, and the perfectly placed strings accompanying the rich vocals. You can hear Djeffs Angolan roots on the track along with the sounds of Cape Verde, he mixes both worlds seamlessly with a contemporary style. SODADE REMIX by ANTONELLO COGHE & DJ GARPHIE transforms the deep emotions of this piece into a groove that just won't stop. The strength of Anane's vocals can be felt in that beat traveling throughout the entire track. Antonello Coghe & DJ Garphie have been working together closing creating remixes and new productions under NULU MUSIC that are moving dance floors around the world and SODADE is the perfect example of there hard hitting skills. Bodhhi Satva's SODADE REMIX comes directly from within, it lifts Anane's vocals, touches every cord and speaks to the truth in the lyrics. Boddhi Satva has been evolving and creating continuously, having experienced unprecedented success across the continent of Africa leading to Europe and the US, his debut Album INVOCATION has set him apart. His deep and soulful roots of Central Africa can be felt in his remix of SODADE and his ability to related to Anane's passionate vocals resonates. "You Came Intro My Life" is a complex and deep track written by Roy Ayers, with multiple vocal ranges, to intricate live instrument blending, it enticed the most selective of Dj/producers to want to create remixes. Four distinct versions were undeniably the most compelling, with a focus on the vocals all the while upholding the melody and the beat and they made there way into this EP. "You Came Into My Life" JOSH MILAN HONEYCOMB REMIX is a beautiful adaptation of the original track and who better to create this remix than JOSH MILAN, part of the EOL FAMILY! Josh Milan has the inside track, having performed and been a part of this project from the beginning, Josh highlights ANANE's vocals adding to the message of this elegant track all the while retaining the strength of the groove. A smooth journey and a great remix to dance floors and hearts around the world. Already a Roots NYC favorite, Joshs organ version is spectacular and as always works the dance floor into a frenzy when played by Djs Louie Vega & Kevin Hedge. "You Came Into My Life" ROOTS NYC REMIX is exactly that, the remix creator Louie Vega with NYC dance floors in mind. Its a sexy play on vocals where Anane serenades the dancers all the while allowing the rhythm to keep everyone swaying on the dance floor till morning! ROOTS NYC REMIX embodies the energy of the NYC scene delivering the vocals we all crave and the message of love that is House Music. "You Came Into My Life" RALF GUM & RAW ARTISTIC SOUL is the ultimate summer remix! RALF GUM one of today's most successful Dj/producers recognized around the world and having worked with countless talent such as Monique Bingham, Inaya Day, Beate S. Lech, Robert Owens, Kenny Bobien & Caron Wheeler, has taken "You Came Into My Life" in a beautiful direction. Ralf Gum brought ANANE's vocals to the forefront, the lyrics glide giving this remix a vibe that's "tender, warm and true" is what comes through on this remix, sounding sweet like a summer breeze. This Remix will most definitely be heard across beaches around the world this summer. "You Came Into My Life" (Sean McCabe VOCAL MIX) is Sean McCabe living up to his reputation as a soulful house Dj/Producer. Having created remixes under various independent labels like Local Talk, Z Records, Strictly Rhythm, Room Control, Tribe, and Quantize, it was only a matter of time for Sean to remix for Vega Records. Anane's inviting vocals inspired Sean to create a grand entrance for "You Came Into My Life" focusing on the message and placing the lyric in such a way that he created another dimension for this versatile track. Elements of Life featuring Anane Eclipse EP simply put, is the combination of quality music, a unique artist and talented remixers coming together to do what they love most, make the world dance and sing with them! Louie Vegas Credits Publishing Info: Roy Ayer, Argerie Ayers, Roy Ayers III (Roy Ayers Ubiquity, ASCAP) Produced by: Louie Vega Lead Vocals: Anane Background Vocals: Anane, Josh Milan & Lisa Fischer Vocal Scat: Josh Milan Wurlitzer, Piano, Vibes & Strings: Axel Tosca Electric Guitar: Mike Ciro Rhythm Guitar & Solo: Sherrod Barnes Rhythm Guitar: Mike Ciro Electric Bass: Gene Perez Live Toms & Hi Hats: Luisito Quintero Live Drums: Jerard Snell Mastered By: Walter Coehlo for Masterpiece London, UK Honeycombs Credits: Publishing Info: Roy Ayer, Argerie Ayers, Roy Ayers III (Roy Ayers Ubiquity, ASCAP) Remixed & Engineered By: Josh Milan at Honeycomb Music Studios Lead Vocals: Anane Background Vocals: Anane, Josh Milan & Lisa Fischer All Instruments Performed By: Josh Milan Mastered By: Walter Coehlo for Masterpiece London, UK Ralf Gum & Raw Artistic Souls Credits: Publishing Info: Roy Ayer, Argerie Ayers, Roy Ayers III (Roy Ayers Ubiquity, ASCAP) Remix & Additional Production By: Ralf GUM & Phil Kullmann, 2013. Lead Vocals: Anane Background Vocals: Anane, Josh Milan & Lisa Fischer Drum Programming & Percussion By: Ralf GUM. Fender Rhodes & Bass By: Krischan Frehse. Guitar By: Hanno Busch. Shaker & Guitar Dubs By: Phil Kullmann. Fender Rhodes, Bass, Guitar & Shaker Recorded By: Phil Kullmann at Raw Artistic Studios, Germany. www.rawartistic.com Arranged & Mixed By: Ralf GUM at GOGO Music studios. www.gogo-music.net Mastered By: Phil Kullmann at Raw Artistic Studios. Sean McCabes Credits: Publishing Info: Roy Ayer, Argerie Ayers, Roy Ayers III (Roy Ayers Ubiquity, ASCAP) Remix Produced & Mixed By: Sean McCabe Lead Vocals: Anane Background Vocals: Anane, Josh Milan & Lisa Fischer All Keys & Bass By: Sean McCabe Drums By: Sean McCabe Mastered By: Walter Coehlo for Masterpiece London, UK Garphie & Antonello Coghes Credits: Publishing Info: Armando Zeferino Soares, Amandio Cabral & Luis Morais (Sony ATV Songs) Remixed Produced By: Antonello Coghe & Garphie Arranged & Mixed By: Antonello Coghe & Garphie Lead Vocals: Anane Background Vocals: Anane, Maria Martins, Francisco Martins & Lisa Fischer Mastered By: Walter Coehlo for Masterpiece London, UK Djeffs Credits Publishing Info: Armando Zeferino Soares, Amandio Cabral & Luis Morais (Sony ATV Songs) Produced & Arranged By: Djeff Afrozila Lead Vocals: Anane Background Vocals: Anane, Maria Martins, Francisco Martins & Lisa Fischer Electric Bass By: Yoel Bnai Yehuda Electric Guitars By: Alex Samba All Keys By: Yoel Bnai Yehuda Percussion By: La Massacre Mixed By: Djeff Afrozila at Kazukuta Studios @ Luanda, Angola Mastered By: Walter Coehlo for Masterpiece London, UK Kazukuta Fatigabeat Credits Produced & Arranged By: Djeff Afrozila Electric Guitar By: Alex Samba Grand Piano Solo By: Yoel Bnai Yehuda Percussion Solo By: La Massacre Mixed By: Djeff Afrozila at Kazukuta Studios @ Luanda, Angola Mastered By: Walter Coehlo for Masterpiece London, UK Boddhi Satvas Credits Publishing Info: Armando Zeferino Soares, Amandio Cabral & Luis Morais (Sony ATV Songs) Remix & Additional Productions By: Boddhi Satva at Ngombi Studios for Offering Recordings Lead Vocals: Anane Background Vocals: Anane, Maria Martins, Francisco Martins & Lisa Fischer Mastered By: Walter Coehlo for Masterpiece London, UK