SADE ｜Diamond Pulse｜Beat Tribute Mix скачать в хорошем качестве

SADE ｜Diamond Pulse｜Beat Tribute Mix

（🇯🇵日本語👇）Sade is often thought of as all ballads—but there’s a hidden magic in the beats. Back in the ’80s, in London studios, they were actually experimenting quite a lot. #sade #jazz #Soul #aor #djmix Take “Smooth Operator,” for example. It was recorded at Power Plant Studios, and instead of the heavy, polished sound that was popular at the time, the production focused on space and subtlety. They ran a Linn (Drum machine) in parts but layered live drums on top to add a human touch. The result? Not a cold, mechanical feel, but a sticky, groovy vibe that drifts through the city night. The sax solo? They actually recorded a long take but cut it short for “coolness,” which ended up making those phrases unforgettable. Even so, you can still hear breaths and finger noises, giving a real sense of the night’s humidity. And Sade’s voice—she sang as if speaking to the air in a dimly lit room. Engineer Mike Pela kept reverb minimal, preserving that sense of distance perfectly. Here’s a fun tidbit: when Sade insisted on including this track on the album, the record company was strongly against it, saying, “You should stick to ballads.” In the end, Sade’s instinct was right—this song became a worldwide hit. When she performed it on TV, her expression was neutral, which some called “unfriendly,” but it only added to her mystique, cementing her image as the “Queen of the City.” It’s a masterpiece of subtractive beauty—urban minimalism at its finest—so it still fits effortlessly anywhere, from lounges to bars. The next evolution came with “Paradise” (1988), recorded at Compass Point Studios. Martin Ditcham’s percussion was deliberately captured with a slightly saturated NEVE 8078 (mixer), while Paul S. Denman’s bouncing bass was layered dry on top. The result? That unique dance feel—grounded yet floating. Even though it was recorded in the tropical Bahamas, it came out with a cool, urban vibe. That contrast is part of the charm. Then there’s “Nothing Can Come Between Us” (1988), which had another clever touch. Horn players from Chaka Khan’s band joined in—they played her shows by day and Sade sessions by night. Their horns don’t dominate; they sit subtly in the back, gently pushing the song forward. It’s craftsmanship in a single note. This tribute mixes all that “higher-BPM Sade” into one story. If you only know her mellow side, this is the perfect chance to discover another diamond. Ah, just a quick note at the end. Since I don’t own the copyrights to the music, I don’t earn anything no matter how many ads play. That’s why I’ve set the videos to play without ads—so you can enjoy the music comfortably. But if an ad does show up, that’s something added by YouTube, and the revenue goes to YouTube and the label or artist. So—I’ve dropped a link below.If you're looking forward to the next set and feel like showing some love, maybe treat me to a beer? 🍻😎 https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/djpap... https://buymeacoffee.com/papawantee Sade＝バラード、そんなイメージを裏切る“ビートの魔法”。実は80年代ロンドンのスタジオで、彼らはかなり実験的なことを仕掛けていたんです。 たとえば「Smooth Operator」。録音はロンドンのPower Plant Studios。時代の主流だった厚化粧サウンドとは真逆に、“余白”を大切にしたプロダクション。リズムはLinn Drum（ドラムマシン）を部分的に走らせつつ、生ドラムで上書きして人間味を加える。そこから生まれるのは冷たさじゃなく、都会の夜に漂うような粘り気のあるグルーヴ。サックスソロも実は長尺で録っていたけれど、「クールさのため」と短く編集。だからあの耳に残る名フレーズになったんだと思う。しかもそのソロには、息遣いや指のノイズがあえて残されていて、リアルな夜の湿度を感じさせる。さらに、照明を落とした暗闇で“空気に語りかけるように”歌ったSadeの声。エンジニアMike Pelaがリバーブを最小限にして、その距離感を残したのも絶妙。 面白いのは、この曲をアルバムに入れたいとSade側が主張したとき、レコード会社は「バラード主体で売るべき」と猛反対したこと。結果的にSadeの直感が正しかったことになり、この曲が世界的ヒットに。さらに当時テレビで歌ったときは笑顔もなく淡々としていたため「愛想がない」と批判されたけど、それが逆に神秘性を強め、“都会の女王”というイメージを決定づけた。足し算じゃなく引き算の美学で作られた、まさに都会的ミニマリズムの結晶。だから今でも全く古びず、ラウンジからバーまでどんな空間にも自然に溶け込むんですよね。 次の進化系が「Paradise」（1988）。舞台はCompass Point Studios。Martin DitchamのパーカッションをNEVE 8078（ミキサー）であえて飽和気味に録音し、その上にPaul S. Denmanの跳ねるベースをドライに重ねる。結果生まれたのは、地に足がつきながらもふわりと浮遊する、あの独特のダンスフィール。熱帯のバハマで録音したのに、仕上がりは都会的でクール。このギャップもまた面白い。 「Nothing Can Come Between Us」（1988）ではさらに仕掛けがあって、実はChaka Khanのバンド出身のホーン隊が参加。昼間はChakaのツアーで演奏し、夜はSadeのセッションに駆けつけるという“二重生活”のなかで録られたホーンは、派手に出るんじゃなく控えめにミックスの後ろで支えるように鳴り、曲をさりげなく前へ押し出す。まさに職人芸の一音。 今回はこうした“BPM高めSade”をミックスして、一つの物語にしたのがこのトリビュート。しっとりとしたSadeしか知らない人にぜひ聴いてほしい、もう一つのダイヤモンド。 次のセットを楽しみにしてくれる人いたら、僕への応援にビールごちそうしてね🍻😎 https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/djpap... https://buymeacoffee.com/papawantee ▫️Track List Paradise 0:08 - 4:00 Nothing Can Come Between Us 4:00 - 8:11 Hang On to Your Love (Long Version) 8:10 - 13:59 Smooth Operator 13:57 - 18:52 I Will Be Your Friend 18:52 - 23:34 Never as Good as the First Time 23:32 - 28:26 I Couldn't Love You More 28:25 - 32:11 Kiss of Life 32:10 - 37:59 Cherry Pie 37:56 - 44:08 Maureen 44:06 - 48:22 Keep Looking 48:21 - 53:35 Siempre Hay Esperanza 53:35 - 58:36 Mermaid 58:35 - 1:02:48 Disclaimer: I do not own the copyrights to the music played in this DJ set. All rights belong to their respective owners. The video is for promotional and entertainment purposes only.Please follow the artists and consider purchasing their music to support.