Nathan Haines Featuring Verna Francis – Earth Is The Place (Jon Cutler Remixes)

Nathan Haines Featuring Verna Francis – Earth Is The Place (Jon Cutler Remixes)

Earth Is The Place (Jon Cutler Remixes) brings together two deep, soulful interpretations of the collaboration between New Zealand producer Nathan Haines and vocalist Verna Francis. Remixed by acclaimed US house producer Jon Cutler, the release focuses on warm instrumentation, spacious production, rolling rhythms, and the sophisticated soulfulness associated with classic deep house.

The A-side features the expansive "Distant Music Remix," stretching beyond ten minutes and allowing Cutler's production to develop gradually. The track combines a steady house groove with atmospheric textures and Verna Francis's expressive vocal performance, creating a sophisticated, late-night sound that sits comfortably between deep house, jazz house, and soulful club music.

On the flip, the "Distant Music Dub" takes a more stripped-back approach. With the emphasis shifted towards the rhythm and instrumental elements, the dub provides DJs with a deeper and more spacious alternative to the vocal-led A-side.

Nathan Haines has long been associated with the more musical and jazz-influenced side of electronic music, while Jon Cutler's productions and remixes are celebrated for their warm, soulful approach to deep house. Together, the two mixes make Earth Is The Place an excellent example of sophisticated house music designed for the dancefloor without sacrificing musicality.

With both versions running for over ten minutes, this is a DJ-friendly 12-inch aimed squarely at extended club mixing. A strong choice for collectors of deep house, soulful house, jazz house, vocal house, and classic underground dance music.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Earth Is The Place (Distant Music Remix) – 10:32

Side B

1. Earth Is The Place (Distant Music Dub) – 10:11