Originally recorded and privately pressed in 1973 on Jazz-Men records, featuring Leon Ndugu Chancler (Drums), James MTUME (Congas) and Larry Nash (Piano), Bobby Rodriguez leads this
stellar line up to perform the seminal 16 minute Latin variation of Freddie Hubbard's 'Little Sunflower'.
This extremely rare and sought after record is re-released for the first time on 180g Virgin Vinyl and presented in heavy weight 'tip-on' sleeves. Pressed and produced in the UK, using the mastering genius of Frank Merritt (Carvery Studios) and cut on the original Neumann Lathe used by Motown Records. Covered in heavy weight 'tip-on' sleeves and presented in screen printed paper counter bags with foil seals. Strictly limited to 1,000 hand numbered pieces, this special collector's edition will be available
through the Jazz Detective Records website and from select records stores worldwide for a limited time
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It is Melodies International's greatest pleasure to bring forth its latest reissue comprising two stripped-back, reflective pieces of US folk soul.
Largely forgotten for the past forty-odd years, Bobby Wright (now Abu Talib)'s "Blood Of An American" and "Everyone Should Have His Day" resurface as politically-infused works that shine bright and still hold meaning to this day.
The 60s and 70s constituted an exceptional era for its unique blend of popular culture and political radicalism. Household names such as Sly Stone, Marvin Gaye and Gil Scott-Heron used art to express their discontent with the current state of affairs, namely the US government's involvement in warfare and their inability to deal with critical social issues of the time. Though not a musician, Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Clay Jr) was advocating a similar anti-government stance in the boxing ring, and his objection to serving in the Vietnam War sealed his status as an icon for the wider counterculture generation.
Meanwhile in Queens, New York City, Abu used to work several jobs as a construction worker and cab driver - but still found time to play with his band in clubs for $100 a night to support his family. Against the backdrop of international conflict and violence, most of his surroundings failed to listen to how he felt. However, he considered music to be the greatest form of communication with the world and it was his belief that a positive message should be spread to future generations.
After one band member was killed in Vietnam and another went into the service, Abu resolved to pick up his guitar and record these songs as a duet in 1974 with his bassist - the only other remaining band member. Combining guitar, bass and a voice that quavers with emotion he self-released the record in 1974, one which holds its own alongside the all-time greats.
These songs of introspection remind us of the beauty there is in simplicity and how moving art can be when the feelings expressed come from the heart. MEL009 will be released in its original 7" format alongside a 16-page Melozine, featuring words from Abu Talib, social studies professor Paul Rekret and much more.
There is no doubt that Bobby Moore is an absolute F***ing legend, and a true icon R.I.P. A hero who lifted the World Cup for England at Wembley. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time, and was cited by Pele as the greatest defender that he had ever played against. A leader of the highest quality and a true inspiration to us all. We would love to say that Neil Diablo shares these traits and acomplishments but his Bewuda EP is tribute enough to one of Footballs gretaest ever captians. The EP itself is a remix record , the track is called Bewuda, and what a track it is . A 6 min trancy club banger. 808 drums all over the place give it a 90's vibe but with Mr Diablos signiture Italo feel. And what we can we say about his team mates . Coyote , Tiago & Dawn Again on the same record !! yes please !!!. The Coyote boys dont mess around at all .Straight into a ravey , sweeping banger. Teasing balaerica but keepng it a fully loaded dance floor bomb. Tiago does what Tiago does . His signiture sunshine vibe oozing out of the track from start to finish . The drums are something to behold and the piano riff drop packs a real punch. And last but not least our mate from Melbourne 'Dawn Again' tears up the track and brings us a classic weird re-triangluation in true banging Dawn Again fashion. Big record from team Rothmans for their 15th release!
- A1: Bobby Kalphat - The Sound Of Now Dub
- B1: The Sunshot All Stars - Dub Hill
needs is a not-for-profit record label & collective lovingly curated by Bobby Pleasure. We believe in people. The concept of the label is to use music as a medium to spread love, unity and the idea of giving back. Promoting harmony and togetherness rather than isolation and estrangement, each release and accompanying event will act as a support stream to various issues within society such as mental health, homelessness and equality. For the first release we have tracks from Hubie Davison, Johannes Albert, DJ Swagger and Bobby Pleasure. Four artists from different countries of the world who all have the needs factor, and have very kindly donated their music to the dancedloor.
Bobby Sheen first began singing in late 50s and early 60s vocal groups out of Los Angeles, working with Clyde McPhatter of The Drifters, Phil Spector and even Walt Disney. He recorded singles of note for Capitol (including Dr. Love') and Warner Brothers where Phillip Mitchell penned this evergreen Something New To Do', originally a B side to the also popular modern soul favourite I May Not be What You Want' in 1972, though reversed the following year. This is the first reissue since those two initial releases in the 70s which have become extremely collectable, mint originals selling for over £100.
- A1: Orchestral Intro (Feat. Sinfonia Viva)
- A2: Welcome To The World Of The Plastic Beach (Feat. Snoop Dogg And Hypnotic Brass Ensemble)
- A3: White Flag (Feat. Bashy, Kano And The National Orchestra For Arabic Music)
- A4: Rhinestone Eyes
- B1: Stylo (Album Version) (Feat. Mos Def And Bobby Womack)
- B2: Superfast Jellyfish (Feat. De La Soul And Gruff Rhys)
- B3: Empire Ants (Feat. Little Dragon)
- B4: Glitter Freeze (Feat. Mark E Smith)
- C1: Some Kind Of Nature (Feat. Lou Reed)
- C2: On Melancholy Hill
- C3: Broken
- C4: Sweepstakes (Feat. Mos Def And Hypnotic Brass Ensemble)
- D1: Plastic Beach (Feat. Mick Jones And Paul Simonon)
- D2: To Binge (Feat. Little Dragon)
- D3: Cloud Of Unknowing (Feat. Bobby Womack And Sinfonia Viva)
- D4: Pirate Jet
- A1: Bobby Ellis & The Desmond Miles Seven - Step Softly
- A2: Derrick Harriott - Reach Out, I'll Be There
- A3: Keith & Tex - Stop That Train
- A4: Junior Soul - Glendevon Special
- A5: Bobby Ellis & The Desmond Miles Seven - Now We Know (Instrumental)
- A6: Derrick Harriott - Do I Worry
- A7: Keith & Tex - Tonight
- A8: Bobby Ellis & The Jets - Feeling Peckish
- A9: Noel Brown - Heartbreak Girl
- A10: David Anthony - All Night
- B1: Keith & Tex - Hypnotizing Eyes
- B2: Bobby Eliis & The Crystalites - Shuntin
- B3: Derrick Harriott - The Loser
- B4: Junior Soul - Magic Touch
- B5: Bobby Ellis & The Jets - The Emperor
- B6: Junior Soul - The Hustler
- B7: Bobby Eliis & The Crystalites - Illya Kuryakin
- B8: Noel Brown - Man's Temptation
- B9: Keith & Tex - Run To The Rocks
- B10: Derrick Harriott - It's All Right R
20 track Album from Various Artists released by Dub Store Records
- A1: Dee Dee Sharp - Comin' Home, Baby
- A2: Chubby Checker - (At The) Discotheque
- A3: Christine Cooper - Heartaches Away My Boy
- A4: Bobby Paris - Night Owl
- A5: Vickie Baines - Country Girl
- A6: The Tymes - Here She Comes
- A7: Orlons - Envy (In My Eyes)
- A8: Jerry Jackson - It's Rough Out There
- B1: Yvonne Baker - You Didn't Say A Word
- B2: Chubby Checker - You Just Don't Know (What You Do To Me)
- B3: Bunny Sigler - Girl Don't Make Me Wait
- B4: Frankie Beverly & The Butlers - Because Of My Heart
- B5: Damon Fox - Packing Up
- B6: Janie Grant - My Heart, Your Heart
- B7: Dee Dee Sharp - Deep Dark Secret
- B8: Evie Sands - Picture Me Gone
For the Northern Soul collector few places rival Detroit as a source for quality, rare records. But Philadelphia comes pretty close and it is the city of brotherly love that produced America's number one independent record label... the mighty Cameo-Parkway. Here, for the first time, we present the very best that that iconic company has to offer.From the Wheel to Wigan, to the Weekender and beyond, the sound of Cameo-Parkway has packed the dance floors across the UK for over 50 years. From the opening bars of Dee Dee Sharp's driving cover of Mel Tormé's Comin' Home Baby' it's easy to see why the label is so highly prized by collectors and dancers alike and why this unique vinyl tribute will touch the hearts of the faithful! All of the classics are here: Chubby Checker, Christine Cooper, Bobby Paris, Yvonne Baker, Bunny Sigler, Jerry Jackson etc etc. The difficulty has been in deciding what to leave out, not what to include, maybe a second volume later in the year One thing is for certain, 1.2 million YouTube viewers just love Cameo-Parkway!
- A1: Roy Ayers - "Everybody
- A2: Eighties Ladies - "Turned On To You
- A3: Sylvia Striplin - "You Can't Turn Me Away
- B1: Roy Ayers - "Chicago
- B2: Sylvia Striplin - "Give Me Your Love
- B3: Ethel Beatty - "I Know You Care
- C1: Roy Ayers - "And Then We Were One
- C2: Justo Almerio - "Interlude
- C3: Bobby Humphrey - "Baby Don't You Know
- D1: Eighties Ladies - "Ladies Of The Eighties
- D2: Jaymz Bedford - "Just Keep My Boogie
- D3: Rick Holmes - "Remember To Remember
Repress!
Uno Melodic was the brainchild of the legendary Roy Ayers. At the height of his career in the early 80s, Roy established Uno Melodic to explore working as a writer, musician, producer and record label owner with complete control over his creative ideas. Roy brought artists and musicians to the label invaluable to him at Polydor and in whom he saw potential to make more great records. Between 1980 and 1983 Uno Melodic released records that went onto become definitive of their time, classics that became much sought after. The label and its signature releases are part of the Roy Ayers legacy, the best of which Expansion have assembled here on remastered double LP.
Sylvia Striplin, Eighties Ladies and Ethel Beatty represent the soul, disco, two step and boogie sides of Uno Melodic, Bobbi Humphrey, Justo Almario and Roy himself the masters of jazz fusion at the label. The album concludes with the spoken words of Rick Holmes on one of the label's biggest ever release on the label.
- A1: Striving For Perfection
- A2: Knuckleheadz Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks & Golden Arms Aka Lucky Hands
- A3: Knowledge God
- A4: Criminology Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks
- A5: Incarcerated Scarfaces
- B1: Rainy Dayz Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks & Blue Raspberry
- B2: Guillotine (Swordz) Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks, Inspektah Deck Aka Rollie Fingers, & Genius
- B3: Can It All Be So Simple (Remix) Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks
- C1: Shark Niggas (Biters)
- C2: Ice Water Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks & Cappachino
- C3: Glaciers Of Ice Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks & Master Killa Aka Noodles Vocals By Blue Raspberry & 62Nd Assassin Of Sunz Of Man
- C4: Verbal Intercourse Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks & Nas Aka Nas Escobar
- C5: Wisdom Body Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks
- D1: Spot Rusherz
- D2: Ice Cream Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks, Method Man Aka Johnny Blaze & Cappachino
- D3: Wu-Gambinos Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks, Method Man Aka Johnny Blaze, The Rza Aka Bobby Steels & Master Killa Aka Noodles
- D4: Heaven & Hell Feat. Ghost Face Killer Aka Tony Starks
Re-pressed at last!! Limited purple vinyl. The cultural phenomenon that is the Wu-Tang cannot accurately be described without referencing one of the pillars in the Clan's discography, Chef Raekwon's Only Built 4 Cuban Linx remains firmly planted as one of the defining triumphs in their artistic legacy. The oft referred "Purple Tape", has been cited and debated by many as the greatest Wu-Tang solo project to date and a remains a bullet point in any discussion involving the greatest "Cocaine Rap" or "Street Hop" albums of all time. Raekwon's narrative, plays out like a movie script from the violent, drug fueled, underbelly of New York City's criminal landscape, intricately woven over instrumentals from the legendary mastermind behind the Wu-Tang Clan, The RZA. Even the album's main feature "Tony Starks aka Ghostface Killer", referred to as such rather described as a "guest star" appearing on 12 of the albums 18 tracks. It should be noted that while the Only Built 4 Cuban Linx did produce a string of successful singles, such as "Ice Cream", "Incarcerated Scarfaces", and "Criminology", like all classic cinema, the album was intentionally engineered to be appreciated in one sitting, played from beginning to end. In continuing with it's proud tradition of honoring historically significant hip hop albums, Get On Down is honored to present Raekwon's "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx" for the first time ever on double translucent purple vinyl housed in a high density resealable poly bag. This edition features for the first time ever on vinyl, the formerly CD only bonus track, "North Star (Jewels)". And if that wasn't enough, the entire album also features completely enhanced and painstakingly remastered audio. This is the definitive must-own vinyl edition of Raekwon's masterpiece.
After a first untitled EP came out earlier this year on the occasion of Record Store Day, saxophonist Mattias De Craene (Nordmann) and his drummers Simon Segers (De Beren Gieren/Absynthe Minded) and Lennert Jacobs (The Germans/Hong Kong Dong) also known as MDCIII will launch their blazing debut album Dreamhatcher on 28 September 28th.
Mattias Decraenes sensationally strident sax parts elevate the hypnotising grooves of rhythmic duo aSimon Segers and Lennart Jacobs to an ecstatic level. The almost alarming sound that stems from this combination leaves every listener in the kind of cinematic daze that would enthuse even directors like David Lynch and Quentin Tarantino.
But is it jazz Who cares! As prodigies of the new wave of Belgian jazz, Mattias and his two soulmates effortlessly marry the virtuosity and free spirit of jazz to influences from the other end of the musical spectrum: from tribal rhythms and roots to far out electronics. It makes it hard to categorise their music unless the category extraordinary counts of course!
- A1: Sarah Davachi - Untitled (Live In Portland - Excerpt)
- A2: Carlos Walker - Via Lactea
- A3: The Rationals - Glowin
- A4: William S Fischer - Chains
- B1: Max Roach - Equipoise
- B2: Abu Talib - Blood Of An American
- B3: Sweet & Innocent - Express Your Love
- B4: Robert Vanderbilt & The Foundation Of Souls - A Message Especially From God
- C1: A Message Especially From God - A Message Especially From God
- C2: Alain Bellaiche - Sun Blues
- C3: Alain Bellaiche - Sea Fluorescent
- C4: Kara-Lis Coverdale - Moments In Love (Excerpt)
- D1: Azimuth - The Tunnel
- D2: Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith - Milk (Excerpt)
- D3: Toshimaru Nakamura - Nimb#59
- D4: Floating Points - The Sweet Time Suite (Part 1 - Opening - Exclusive Kenny Wheeler Cover Version)
- D5: Lauren Laverne - Ah! Why, Because The Dazzling Sun (Exclusive Spoken Word Piece)
Floating Points' personal collection of global soul, ambient, jazz and folk treasures form the latest in the warmly revered Late Night Tales series.
Sam Shepherd aka Floating Points' music taste is notoriously tricky to define, ranging from ethereal classical at one end to coruscating techno at the other, united only in a firm belief in the transcendental power of music to move hearts, minds and - yes - feet. Similarly, his production career has ranged from early experiments in dance music with breakout records such as the 'Shadows EP' and collaborating with legendary Gnawa master Mahmoud Guinia to his expansive album 'Elaenia', which met with critical acclaim upon its release in 2015.
This Late Night Tales excursion into the depths of the evening reflects his broad tastes. The globally-travelled producer has collected untold treasures on his travels from dusty stores in Brazil to market stalls near his hometown. There's the gorgeous 'Via Làctea', culled from Carlos Walker's debut album, Abu Talib's (Bobby Wright) plaintive 'Blood Of An American' and Robert Vanderbilt's gospel reworking of Manchild's 'Especially For You'. Raw soul and feeling oozing from each song's pores.
At the other end of the music scale are the modernists, such as Québécoise Kara-Lis Coverdale who weighs in with the indelible 'Moments In Love', Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith whose 'Milk' is an exercise in tranquility, while Sarah Davachi's meditative mix-opener offers respite from a weary world.
We have some exclusive tracks for Late Night Tales; alongside Davachi's offerings there is also Toshimaru Nakamura's 'Nimb #59', as well as the now traditional cover version. hepherd delved into his childhood
memory for this one, a track taken from the first album his parents bought him, Kenny Wheeler's 'Music For Large & Small Ensembles': Sam offers up his interpretation of 'Opening Part 1'. Wheeler also contributes horns to Azimuth
track The Tunnel, written and performed by Norma Winstone and John Taylor who, coincidentally, are the parents of Floating Points' drummer Leo Taylor. Closing the album, Lauren Laverne reads the suitably nocturnal poem 'Ah! Why, Because The Dazzling Sun' by Emily Brontë.
'I tried to find music that reflects the stillness of night. And because my musical interests lie all over the place, it's quite difficult to distil that notion down to just a few songs. I was quite keen to have some electronic music in there but I also really wanted to have some soul music mixed in, so I had to try and find a pathway between all of this different music.' - Sam Shepherd (Floating Points) March 2019
- A1: There It Is (Live)
- A2: She\\'S The One
- A3: Since You Been Gone (Duet W/Bobby Byrd)
- A4: Untitled Instrumental
- A5: Say It Loud (Say It Live) (Live In Augusta 1969)
- B1: Can I Get Some Help
- B2: You Got To Have A Mother For Me
- B3: Funk Bomb (Instrumental)
- C1: Baby Here I Come
- C2: People Get Up And Drive Your Funky Soul (Remix)
- C3: I Got Ants In My Pants (And I Want To Dance) (Remix)
- D1: You\\'Ve Changed
- D2: Bodyheat (Alternate Mix)
'Motherlode' is a classic James Brown compilation album, primarily focusing on his funk recordings of the late 1960s and early 1970s, & including live performances and remixes as well as studio recordings. This is the first vinyl edition of the 2003 expanded version of 'Motherlode', a 2-LP on 180g in a gatefold jacket, featuring a number of tracks never before available on LP. Highlights include a live 'Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud', 'I Got Ants in My Pants (and I Want to Dance)', the chart hit 'She's the One', and more.
- A1: Here Come De Fuzz
- A2: Ballad For Bobby
- A3: Mr. M
- A4: The Hugger
- A5: Cosmetics
- A6: Chox
- A7: Five/Four Opus
- A8: Hot Flash
- A9: The Zeroids
- A10: Sun Country
- A11: Mistoso
- A12: Moog Rock
- A13: Finale
- B1: Percussion Chatter - Intro To Main Title From Across 110Th Street
- B2: Top Of The Heap - Title Song
- B3: Top Of The Heap - Percussion Fanfare
- B4: Top Of The Heap - Suspense
- B5: The Bold Ones - Melodic
- B6: The Bold Ones - Agitato
- B7: Top Of The Heap - Car Chase
- B8: Angry Astronaut - From Top Of The Heap
- B9: Better Days From Man & Boy
Previously Unreleased Cinematic Jazz-Funk for Film & Television by Arranger/Composer J.J. Johnson
21 tracks featuring music from Across 110th Street, Top Of The Heap, The Fuzz Brothers, The Bold Ones.Funky Moog modulations, car chases, moody library cues and a righteous soul sister preaching universal truths all revealed in these recently discovered recordings.Masterful arranging and lush orchestration by one of the giants of the Jazz & Soul/Funk Genres.Cut direct to vinyl from the reference tapes.
- A1: Johnny Buckett: Hippie In A Blunder
- A2: Guy Drake: The Marching Hippies
- A3: Smokey Harless: Place For Them Called Hell
- A4: Red River Dave: The California Hippie Murders
- A5: Bud Freeman: Because Of Lsd
- A6: Wendell Austin & The Country Swingers: Lsd
- A7: Sam & Annie Taylor: Marijuana Grave
- A8: Vic Woodard & Claudia: Hippie Yippie
- A9: Jimmy Ray: Pushers
- B1: Johnny Price: Marijuana, The Devil Flower
- B2: Buck Jones: A Box Of Grass
- B3: Bobby Roberts: The Hippies Next Door
- B4: Buck Ritchey: The Slave
- B5: Ken Myers: The Needle
- B6: Harry Snyder: The Needle
- B7: Bill Woods: The Story Of Susie
- B8: Arkie Blue & The Blue Cowboys: Too Many Pills
- B9: Keith Herrick: I'm Not Gonna Be A Hippie Anymore




















