Defected exclusively unveil new 'Strings of Life' vocal.

No doubt that you will already have heard about the success of last night House Music Awards ceremony at Neighbourhood.

The event was massively supported by the house music industry and was a great indication of the vibrant house scene that we all enjoy today.

Defected would like to congratulate all nominees and winners at this years event and especially extend our thanks to Paul Farris and Mel Louise who worked hard and pulled out all the stops to make this happen.

We were proud to accept 6 awards at HMA for the following categories.

Label of the year, Standout WMC event, Artist of the year - Junior Jack,

Album of the year - Junior Jack 'Trust It', Best Breakthrough producer - DJ Gregory Outstanding Vocal Ron Carroll "Back Together"

The ceremony gave us the opportunity of exclusively revealing the new vocal version of 'Strings of Life' powerfully sung by the legendary diva, Kathy Brown.

Simon Dunmore says : It is ironic that the House Music Awards have been held two days after the Brits announce that they are no longer going to continue with their dance music category. It was obviously a decision made by people with no clue about what is happening under their noses. It was great to have the opportunity to acknowledge all the acts and events that Defected are involved with, and we are especially pleased to know that the work we do is recognised by the dance music community itself.

Defected will be continuing their celebrations this Saturday at Ministry of Sound, with award winners and nominees Sandy Rivera, Junior Jack and Kid Creme, Martin Solveig and Simon Dunmore.

There will be a special LIVE showcase at Midnight. 5 tracks from the new KOT album Trouble will be sung by 5 different vocalists. There will also be a live P.A. from Jay Sebag performing 'Rocking Music'.

Defected crew,