Shake It - Make It Loose LP by J.D. (Puma) Lewis stands as the best and most authentic boogie/80s funk album ever produced in Germany. However, little is known about this legendary release, and the original credits were sparse and confusing. In reality, Shake It - Make It Loose was a collaboration between just two musicians: John Davis (R.I.P., later one of the real voices behind Milli Vanilli for producer Frank Farian) and Reginald Hudson (of Hudson People). Both were first-class, highly talented musicians and composers from the U.S., who spent most of their lives living and working in Southern Germany.

The album features all the hallmarks of great 80s music: fresh synths, drum machines, and powerful lead vocals from John Davis. It includes all six tracks from the original session at the legendary Hartmann Digital studio, plus two bonus tracks. Upbeat compositions like "The Cat (Puma)" and the title track sit comfortably alongside more soulful songs like "Tears" and "Hearts of Gold," while "Dancing Shoes" remains one of the era's catchiest dance tracks. From the original reel tapes, we unearthed additional material that Hudson and Davis produced together in the early to mid-80s. We're excited to share the previously unreleased tracks "Life's A Party," and "Walk Out On Me."

Shake It - Make It Loose showcases the undeniable talent of two true musicians and stands as a testament to the friendship between Reg Hudson and John Davis. The combination of their musicianship and the cutting-edge technology at the studio resulted in a masterpiece of pure, state-of-the-art funk and boogie.