The story of is the tale of a "house classic" that transformed two German DJs into international stars. Released on their own Milk & Sugar Recordings , the track became a defining anthem of the funky house era. The Breakthrough Moment
It prominently samples First Choice’s 1976 disco track "Are You Ready for Me?" and includes vocal/lyrical nods to Idris Muhammad’s "Could Heaven Ever Be Like This". Milk & Sugar - Higher & higher ''Original Mix'' (2000)
The duo, and Steven Sugar (Steven Harding) , had been working in the Munich scene when they produced "Higher & Higher" at their MCP Studio . Its global trajectory was famously ignited when legendary DJ David Morales discovered it and included it on a major compilation album. This endorsement led to the duo touring with house royalty like Morales, Frankie Knuckles , and Tony Humphries . Production & Soulful Roots The story of is the tale of a
"Higher & Higher" was the catalyst for a career that now spans over two decades. It paved the way for their even larger chart-topping hits like "Love Is in the Air" and "Let The Sun Shine". Higher & Higher (Original Mix) The duo, and Steven Sugar (Steven Harding) ,
Unlike many purely electronic tracks of the time, it featured a live brass section (Rick Keller, Gil Kaupp, Gerd Fink) and additional guitar work by Steven Sugar. A Lasting Legacy
The "Original Mix" is celebrated for its uplifting, soulful energy, built on a foundation of live instrumentation and clever sampling:
The track features powerful vocals by Sabrynaah Pope , with backing from Erin Perry .