Defected presents House Masters - Marshall Jefferson

Defected welcomes one of Chicago House's founding fathers, Marshall Jefferson, into the illustrious list of House Masters. An artist who has successfully navigated major cross-over success while retaining utmost respect from the inner circle of electronic music's underground, Marshall has been behind countless seminal records over his five-decade career. This retrospective, 40-track compilation showcases this house pioneer's impressive and vast output, ranging from his most well-known solo records to major production credits, essential remixes, and the underground gems still favored by selectors today.

The music on this compilation is some of my best work and I'm very proud of it. Hopefully someone else will enjoy it too. It's an honour to be a Defected House Master; it's almost like being in a House Music Hall of Fame, some very talented people have come before me and I hope I continue their legacy. These are my best songs and I hope people can not only dance to them but also get inspiration.
Marshall Jefferson

Cutting his teeth as a Chicago's Universal Recording Studios producer, Marshall was one of the most active DJs and producers on the Windy City's music scene during the 1980s house music boom. Working under a plethora of aliases such as Virgo, Jungle Wonz, Truth, and On The House, as well as producing for names such as CeCe Rogers, Curtis McClain, and Evelyn "Champagne" King, the compilation opens with what is arguably Marshall's most famous record, "Move Your Body." The first recorded house track to use piano has remained a staple of dancefloors across the globe, with Solardo and Marshall's rework (as heard on the compilation) only further cementing its legacy.

Marshall Jefferson's impact on house music is immeasurable; from the very beginning his pioneering spirit and timeless sound have shaped the very essence of the genre. This edition of House Masters is a testament to his unparalleled legacy, showcasing his greatest hits and productions that continue to resonate with dancefloors worldwide. This compilation is not just a celebration of Marshall's iconic career but a journey through the evolution of house music itself.
Wez Saunders, CEO, Defected Records

Alongside the compilation's release, Defected has also produced an exclusive run of t-shirts in collaboration with Pointless Illustrations James, with the first designs honoring Marshall's biggest records.

A bona fide house music luminary, Defected presents House Masters - Marshall Jefferson is an all-encompassing guide to his tremendous career. A trailblazer and genre-defining artist, Defected is honored to welcome Marshall into the House Masters Hall of Fame with this exceptional compilation.

Defected presents House Masters - Marshall Jefferson
Release Date 29th May 2024
Label Defected Records

Tracklist
1. Marshall Jefferson x Solardo - Move Your Body (Extended Mix)
2. Ten City - Devotion (Club Mix)
3. CeCe Rogers - Someday (Club Mix)
4. Sterling Void - It's Alright (House Mix)
5. Ragtyme - I Can't Stay Away (Power-Pella)
6. Kym Mazelle - Useless (House Mix)
7. On The House - Pleasure Control (Long)
8. Hercules - 7 Ways (Vocal)
9. Virgo - R U Hot Enough (Re Vision)
10. House To House - Taste My Love (Tasty Club Mix)
11. Curtis McClain - Ride The Rhythm
12. Jungle Wonz - Time Marches On (Re Vision)
13. Marshall Jefferson presents Dancing Flutes - Do The Do (Do The House)
14. Ten City - That's The Way Love Is (Underground Mix-Extended Version)
15. Kym Mazelle - I'm A Lover
16. Marshall Jefferson presents Ragtyme - Raindance (Marshall Jefferson & Joey Negro Mix)
17. Jungle Wonz - The Jungle (Re Vision)
18. Marshall Jefferson - Brown
19. Marshall Jefferson presents Umosia - We Are Unity (Miller Mix)
20. Mood Life - Needs (Not Wants)
21. Umosia - Love Don't Let Me Down (Primal Auto Soul Mix)
22. Marshall Jefferson presents Truth - Open Our Eyes (Celestial Mix)
23. Vicky Martin - Not Gonna Do It (Marshall Jefferson Dub Mix)
24. Ten City - Love Is Just A Game (Extended Mix)
25. System 7 - Sirènes (Marshall Jefferson Remix)
26. Screamin' Rachael - Rock Me (The Marshall Jefferson Deep Underground Dub)
27. Marshall Jefferson - Love Gets Stronger
28. Marshall Jefferson vs Noosa Heads - Mushrooms (Salt City Orchestra Out There Mix)
29. Marshall Jefferson - Floating
30. Sleezy D. - I've Lost Control (Re Vision)
31. Virgo - The Original Video Clash (Re Vision)
32. Marshall Jefferson - The Cow (Is Already Waiting)
33. Curtis McClain - Satisfaction (Marshall Jefferson Mix)
34. Marshall Jefferson & Keith Thompson present Idle + Wild - Far Behind (Extended Club Mix)
35. Marshall Jefferson featuring Curtis McClain - Step By Step (Marshall's Main Mix)
36. Richard Rogers - Spread A Little Love
37. Reggie Hall - Music (Club Mix)
38. Evelyn "Champagne" King - Day To Day (Dance Mix)
39. Richard Rogers - Can't Stop Loving You (Steppin' Mix)
40. Curtis McClain - Mission