Top Shelf: In our Respect The Architect series, we get ready for the Legends of House Music show on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015, Each day leading up to the event well feature a track or set from an artist performing at the show which will be broadcast live on the wbmx Today we shine the spotlight on Curtis McClain: Curtis McClain is one of the most impacting forces behind Chicago’s favorite genre-house music. Those heavily into the history of house music can confirm that Curtis was a part of a movement started over 20 years ago that lives on further than any other Chicago sound. Curtis McClain began performing music with producer Marshall Jefferson while working together at the Postal Service in downtown Chicago. While working nights with two others, a group was initiated to create a sound unlike any other. From the promotion of DJ Ron Hardy, the group was able to transform into a powerhouse making a name for themselves around the world. Curtis was very instrumental in the house sound having had no formal training in music, but professionally embracing the keyboard and guitar from other musicians. In the late 80’s when the group’s sound took flight, there were just five cities familiar with house music. Once the guys toured, performing particularly in big cities such as New York, house music grew to have its own voice everywhere. Curtis has toured many areas including Canada and across seas in Europe. Other songs he helped create became world-wide as well such as “Ride the Rhythm” and “Give Me Back the Love.” The voice behind Marshall Jeffersons Move Your Body and more, this is Curtis McClain https://youtube/watch?v=w2t0C50b9ik
Posted on: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 19:06:53 +0000
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