Private Dancer (LP)

Welcome to “Private Dancer”: Acclaimed producer Johannes Albert returns with his third club album after six years – his first on Permanent Vacation – and it’s a statement. The album stars a sound that was always in him – called House – something that moves the body and warms the soul. Collaboration is key. London’s own Helen Salvin graces “Wide-Eyed” with her magnificent voice where midtempo meets a subtle boogie. Things heat up when Biesmans jumps in for the infectious, uptempo “Get My Gee”. And when longtime friend Iron Curtis lends a hand, the title track “Private Dancer” melts into subliminal grooves. Expect classics like the Arp-tinged “L’Chaim,” alongside the weirdness of “Patterns Everywhere.” “My Kind” leaves positive vibes while “Follow The Strings” goes sincere all the way.