Album Review: So4Real by Joyce Yuille
Alright, let’s talk about So4Real, the 2004 house banger from Joyce Yuille, outta Italy on Mix2inside Records. If you’re into electronic music with a groovy, soulful twist, this one’s worth a spin. It’s got that classic house vibe but doesn’t feel like it’s trying too hard to impress anyone, which is kinda refreshing.
Now, I gotta shout out two tracks here: “Jazz And Soul Mix2inside” and “Mr. Bords Full Vocal.” The first one, “Jazz And Soul,” hits you with this smooth-as-hell blend of jazzy chords and punchy beats. It’s the kind of track that makes you wanna grab a coffee, sit by a window, and pretend you’re in some artsy European city (probably because it is from Italy). There’s this warm, laid-back energy that sticks with you long after the song ends. Like, you don’t even realize you’ve been nodding your head for five minutes straight.
Then there’s “Mr. Bords Full Vocal.” This one’s a whole different beast. It’s got this full-on vocal vibe that feels raw and unfiltered, almost like someone just freestyled over a beat and nailed it on the first try. The groove is infectious—like, you’ll be humming it in the shower or while folding laundry. Honestly, it’s the kind of track that sneaks up on you. You might not think much of it at first, but then BAM, it’s stuck in your brain for days.
The rest of the album keeps the energy going with tracks like “Original Club Mix2inside” and “Tribal Spocken,” but those two mentioned above? They’re the ones that really stand out.
You know, listening to So4Real kinda makes you realize how house music can still feel fresh, even nearly 20 years later. It’s not trying to reinvent the wheel or anything, but sometimes you don’t need to. Sometimes all you need is a solid beat, a bit of soul, and a vibe that just works.
Oh, and here’s the kicker—Joyce Yuille dropped this back in 2004, and it still sounds like something you’d hear at a club today. Makes you wonder if we’ve been stuck in a time loop or if house music just ages better than milk. Either way, give it a listen. You won’t regret it.
