Junior Sanchez releases star-studded D4 D4NCE LP "Songprints, Vol. 1" - Listen Now!

Executive produced by Dallas Austin and featuring guests, including
Mýa, Mike Dean, Lauren Hashian, Stacy Barthe, Dawn Richard, Cookie Kawaii,
Darlene McCoy, Rex Evans, Johnny Apollo, and Lee Wilson

Available now – stream Songprints, Vol. 1 here

New Jersey-based producer, DJ, and music executive Junior Sanchez unveils his full LP Songprints, Vol. 1 on London label D4 D4NCE.

Following a string of successful releases on D4 D4NCE, including “So Hype” with the GRAMMY Award-winning Mýa, “Weekend Vibes” with MIKE DEAN and Lee Wilson, and “Speed It Up” with Lauren Hashian, Junior Sanchez now presents the full LP fronted by the fourth and final single “I Need More” featuring American gospel singer Darlene McCoy on vocals. The LP also features collaborations with the likes of Stacey Barthe, Dawn Richard, Rex Evans, Johnny Apollo, and Cookie Kawaii, with each track on Songprints, Vol. 1 showcasing not only his ability to collaborate with and amplify some of the world’s most respected vocalists but also his vast production skills and wide range of electronic genre gained from many years of
industry expertise.

“Songprints, Vol 1 is a project I wanted to do, and that has been inside my soul for a long time,” Sanchez says. “Executive produced by the legendary Dallas Austin, this album is a testament to creativity born from resilience. Crafted during the pandemic between Atlanta and New York, this album features a stellar lineup of artists and friends including Mýa, whose sultry vocals bring a smooth R&B touch, Mike Dean, whose production and synth wizardry adds an expansive sonic depth; Lauren Hashian’s powerful songwriting and melodies that bring us back to a lost era of dance music, Stacy Barthe’s poignant songwriting, Dawn Richard’s genre-defying flair, New Jersey’s own Cookiee Kawaii’s infectious energy, and Darlene McCoy’s soulful richness; with new artists like Rex Evans, Johnny Apollo, and Lee Wilson rounding up the project, this album isn’t just a collection of songs—it’s a masterclass in songwriting and house music production. Trying to seamlessly blend the essence of each artist with my signature house beats, creating a dynamic and unforgettable musical experience.”

Sanchez’s impeccable production style, influenced by the underground house scene of NYC he grew up surrounded by, has fueled collaborations and remixes for the very best musicians globally. From being a founding member of Da Mongoloids collective with the likes of Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk, A-Trak, Basement Jaxx, and Armand Van Helden, to name a few, to creating “The S-Men” with DJ Sneak and Roger Sanchez, and more recently, launching his “Freqazoids” project with UK producer Dance System – Junior Sanchez has been influential at the forefront of the global house music scene for more than two decades. Add in his writing credits with Azealia Banks, Katy Perry, Good Charlotte, and Green Velvet, remixing for Daft Punk, Madonna, Shakira, and Ariana Grande, and it’s clear to see that Junior Sanchez’s range is limitless.

Songprints, Vol. 1 is available now on D4 D4NCE.

Tracklist:

So Hype (feat. Mýa)
I Need More (feat. Darlene McCoy)
Junior Sanchez x MIKE DEAN – Weekend Vibes (feat. Lee Wilson)
Pull Me Out (feat. Stacey Barthe)
Higher (feat. Dawn Richard)
Everything (feat. Rex Evans)
Feels Like (feat. Rex Evans)
Drip (feat. Cookie Kawaii & Johnny Apollo)
Speed It Up (feat. Lauren Hashian)

Junior Sanchez Bio
Junior Sanchez has remained at the forefront of house music since the ’90s as one of the world’s most respected and innovative DJs. But throughout his three-decade-long career, Sanchez has continued to challenge himself—becoming a versatile producer, a hands-on label executive, and an inspiring entrepreneur. Above all, Sanchez’s enthusiasm for his craft and his passion to share it with others is present in all his endeavors. Although Sanchez’s story begins in the most ordinary of places—suburban New Jersey—his rise to fame was anything but. The youngest of six, Sanchez was raised on his family’s diverse record collection. While his Brazilian mother enjoyed a steady dose of Latin music, his siblings each had their own favorites: from ELO and Fleetwood Mac to Slick Rick and The Smiths. Sanchez embraced it all. But when he discovered house music—a relatively young genre that sprung from the ashes of disco—it resonated with him on a new level.

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