Following the success of their ‘Earl’ EP on Switzerland’s Hive Records, Berlin-based House staple Oliver $ reunites with Swiss Jazz House aficionado Jimi Jules to bring their anticipated debut release on Defected. ‘Pushing On’ opens with an infectious percussive medley composed of tropical triangles and melodious 808-like cowbells. With the gradual introduction of the moody, Frankie Knuckles inspired, bass line and tailing piano chords, the track slowly transforms into an energetic homage to classic Chicago House. Quick to take centre stage the track also features dusky vocal samples from Quantic Soul Orchestra, merging effortlessly with the wispy cymbal crashes, the song’s title and central lyrical theme, “Pushing On”, falls and confidently rises to drive the track to its spirited climax. And for those who don’t want the vocals there’s a dub thrown in for good measure. Already household names in their home countries, ‘Pushing On’ is sure set to solidify Oliver $ and Jimi Jules as international House providers.


Oliver $ & Jimi Jules ‘Pushing On’

1. Pushing On
2. Pushing On (Dub)

Written by Jules Muff, Oliver Siebert & William Holland
Produced by Oliver $ & Jimi Jules
Published by Defected Music & Full Thought Publishing
Contains a sample of the recording ‘Pushin’ On’ by The Quantic Soul Orchestra featuring Alice Russell under license from Tru Thoughts Limited. Written by William Holland. Published by Full Thought Publishing. Used With Permission.
P&C 2014 Defected Records Limited