Get In There by Carlos Mantilla: A Deep House Gem That Stays With You
Man, Carlos Mantilla’s Get In There is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released back in 2013 under Portugal's Dish Of The Day Records, it’s not trying to reinvent deep house—it just does what it does so damn well. It’s the kind of record that makes you wanna close your eyes and let the groove carry you somewhere else entirely.
The title track, “Get In There,” hits hard right outta the gate. It starts with this warm bassline that feels like sinking into a comfy chair after a long day. Then BAM—the beat drops, and suddenly you’re moving without even realizing it. What sticks with me most is how simple yet layered it feels. Like, yeah, there’s not a million things happening at once, but every little sound has its place. There’s this one synth line halfway through that just floats over everything else—it’s subtle, but man, it gets stuck in your head for days. It’s not flashy or overproduced; it’s just... right.
Another standout is “Feel It Out” (or whatever the second track is called—I’m going off vibe here). This one slows things down a bit, letting the mood build slowly. The percussion feels loose, almost like it’s breathing alongside you. And then there’s this vocal sample that pops up, soft and distant, like someone whispering secrets from another room. It gives me chills every time. I don’t know if Carlos meant to make something so intimate, but that’s exactly what it feels like—like he’s inviting you into his world, no questions asked.
What gets me about Get In There is how unpretentious it is. It doesn’t try too hard to impress anyone. Instead, it lets the music speak for itself. You can tell Carlos put his heart into this project, and honestly? That’s rare these days. Listening to it reminds me of those late-night drives where everything outside the car window blurs together, but inside, the music keeps you grounded.
Oh, fun fact: Did you know Portugal has some insane electronic scenes tucked away in its cities? Feels fitting that an album like this came out of there. It’s got that same laid-back charm mixed with serious talent.
Anyway, listening to Get In There isn’t just about hearing good music—it’s about feeling it. If you haven’t given it a spin yet, do yourself a favor and hit play. Just don’t blame me when you find yourself zoning out at work because you can’t stop thinking about that bassline.
And hey, maybe we should all thank Dish Of The Day Records for serving up such a solid dish back in ‘13. Who knew house music could feel this cozy?
