Hot Picks: Teddy Douglas Shares The Tracks Defining His Soulful House Legacy
- Undrtone Blog
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Few names carry the weight of Teddy Douglas in house music. As a founding member of the legendary Basement Boys and one of the true pioneers of soulful, vocal-led house, his influence stretches from the golden era of US house right through to today’s global scene. With his unmistakable blend of funk, soul and gospel energy, he has helped shape the sound of artists like Ultra Naté, Crystal Waters and Jasper Street Company, while his own productions continue to inspire generations of DJs and producers.
His latest project, ‘Don’t Turn Your Back On Me’ featuring Pauline Taylor, gets a new remix package on Nervous Records. Featuring reworks from Tedd Patterson, Shaka and Danny Krivit, the release bridges eras, uniting classic house foundations with fresh perspectives for today’s floors.
To celebrate, Teddy shares the tracks that are lighting up his sets and playlists right now. From Ten City’s timeless soul to Karizma’s driving grooves and Ron Trent’s stunning remix of ‘Dreams a Dream’, this selection captures everything that defines his sound: uplifting, heartfelt and made for the dancefloor.
Teddy Douglas feat. Pauline Taylor - Don’t Turn Your Back On Me (Teddy Douglas Remix)
Had to go back and touch up this classic!
Ten City - Man Like Me
It’s 2025 and Ten City is back!
Geoffrey C & DJ Spen - Beats Like This
This is the perfect track to bring everyone to the floor.
Karizma - Spirit
Future classic. Always gets the floor going!
Teddy Douglas feat. Fast Eddie - House Music
The next single from the LP — floor filler!
DJ Ceez, Niki Gee - Queen (DJ Ceez Afro Sheezy Insty)
Hot, hot, hot record. The instrumental is the move!
Stacy Kidd, Tiffany Jenkins - Let It Blow (Afro Jazz Remix)
Hot to death! This track is truly beautiful.
Soul II Soul - Dreams a Dream (Ron Trent Remix)
Awesome remix of a classic tune!
Teddy Douglas, Ultra Naté - Searching (For Your Love)
Rocks every time.
Teddy Douglas feat. BDI Thug & “B Mo” Moultrie - Star In The Ghetto
Big tune off my latest album “I’m Here”.
Teddy Douglas’s ‘Don’t Turn Your Back On Me’ featuring Pauline Taylor remixes dropped via Nervous Records on vinyl September 26 and digitally October 17.
With his productions still leading the charge three decades on, Teddy remains one of house music’s true architects, keeping the spirit of soulful, feel-good dance music alive and stronger than ever.
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