Feel It by Memo Zion: A Tribal House Gem That Still Hits Hard
Alright, let’s dive into Feel It, the 2008 album from Memo Zion. This isn’t just another random electronic release gathering dust in some forgotten corner of your playlist—nah, this thing's got soul, grit, and enough groove to make you wanna move even when you're stuck in traffic. Coming outta Germany on Mono-Poli Records, it’s a tight little package of House and Tribal House vibes with only two tracks but damn, they’re memorable ones.
First up, we’ve got the "Feel It (Original Mix)". Man, this track is like that friend who shows up uninvited but ends up being the life of the party. From the first beat, it grabs hold of you with its deep bassline and hypnotic percussion. The rhythm feels raw yet polished—like someone handcrafted it in a Berlin basement after one too many espressos. You can tell Daniel Lopes, Markus Anthony, Mehmet Sönmez, and Oliver Kramer weren’t messing around here; every element serves a purpose. What sticks with me most? That infectious vocal sample repeating “Feel It”—simple, sure, but it burrows into your brain like an earworm with commitment issues. It’s impossible not to nod along, even if you're just pretending to be cool at a café.
Then there’s the "Feel It (Dub Mix)", which flips the vibe entirely. If the Original Mix is the flashy frontman, this one’s the moody cousin lurking in the shadows. Stripped-down and atmospheric, it leans heavier into those tribal drums while letting space do the talking. There’s something almost primal about how it builds tension without ever fully exploding—it keeps you hanging on, waiting for the drop that never quite comes. And honestly? That restraint makes it hit harder than expected. I remember spinning this late at night once, and suddenly my living room turned into a makeshift dance floor. No joke, even my cat started twitching her tail like she was auditioning for DJ school.
The coolest part? This album came out over a decade ago, but it still sounds fresh. Maybe it’s because Memo Zion tapped into something timeless—a universal language where beats speak louder than words. Or maybe it’s just really good coffee-fueled production magic. Either way, Feel It proves that sometimes less is more. Two tracks, zero filler, all killer.
So yeah, if you’re digging through crates (or streaming algorithms) looking for something that’ll shake off the cobwebs and remind you why House music rules, give Feel It a spin. Heck, crank it loud enough and your neighbors might start dancing too—or calling the cops. Either way, win-win.
Oh, and fun fact: rumor has it the team behind this record argued for hours over whether to add more cowbell. Thank goodness they didn’t.
