Lamont Johnson, He was the bassist and original member of the R&B band Brainstorm. As a result of his electric fretless bass work throughout the mid-1970s, he gained recognition for being the first internationally recognized electric fretless bassist in R&B. Both tracks have previously been unreleased.
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Following the late night swing of Javonntte's HM002, Hardmatter uncovers another Detroit talent for their third offering: Malik Alston. In his first vinyl release in several years, the Rebirth EP explores a spiritual jazz soundscape with all of the verve of the city's trusted sound. Beside the soulful ballad of Love Changes featuring Evan on guitar, the record's lead song, I Am, focuses on Malik's signature instrumentation and live improvisation. The track is a seven minute collaboration between Craig Huckaby, Howard Wazeerud-Din II and Hardmatterís own Zapata, who complement Malik's gospel-inspired vocals, the first time he has sung on a track in four years.
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The Inhale/Exhale posse returns. For our 3 years anniversary and our 10th release we have prepared a super hot double 12 inch pack with shitloads of serious house cutz for your club, bar, living room and ears. With a bunch of love we like to present some common but also fresh faces to the Inhale/Exhale family and this compilation. Be prepared for endless nights full of dance pleasure. Including a wide range of House music from soulful to funky to bigroomesque.
“Bad Weather (STR4TA Remix)” is the latest release from future soul and electronic duo Anushka. The 12” will be released on limited 500 press DJ promo style vinyl and features the STR4TA remix, STR4TA remix instrumental and original album track. Taken from the band’s LP ‘Yemaya’ – named after the Goddess of the Sea, protector of women and the Eternal Mother in the Santeria/Yoruba religion – the original of “Bad Weather” was inspired by the life-giving essence of water, referencing the guidance and support Yemaya offers her children, helping them to grow. Transforming the track with their iconic Brit-funk style, Gilles Peterson and Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick AKA STR4TA immerse Anushka’s vocals in a dancefloor groove tinged with explorative electronic melodies and lively instrumentation. “Bad Weather (STR4TA Remix)” is thefirst exclusive remix from STR4TA following the release of their album ‘Aspects’ which saw support pour in from the likes of The Guardian, Jazz FM, Mixmag, The Independent, Echoes, BBC 6Music and Clash Magazine.
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Grammy Award winner Louie Vega has the unique ability to spotlight and highlight the most essential elements of classic dance tracks and remix and recreate them to create something just as powerful for today’s audiences. Currently in the midst of putting the finishing touches on his forthcoming album, Expansions In The NYC, Louie took some extra time to gather together the original members of the seminal New York – based disco funk band Unlimited Touch and collaborate with them at Log Cabin Studio in Manhattan and his own Daddy’s Workshop Studio in New Jersey to produce the 2020 edition of “I Hear Music In The Streets.”
Unlimited Touch consists of Audrey Wheeler (lead singer), Phil Hamilton, Tony Cintron, Sandy Anderson (RIP), Stephanie James and Lenny Underwood. “I Hear Music In The Streets” was originally released on legendary imprint Prelude Records in 1981.
Growing up in the Bronx, from an early age Louie had an affinity and love for all the various musical genres that were bubbling up in New York during that era defining creative period. It is that passion that has stayed with him during a career that has brought him Grammy’s, several worldwide hit records, and a status as one of the world’s most sought after DJs. It was especially fulfilling for Louie to work with the original members of Unlimited Touch, He quickly realized that their talents were still as strong as ever as they performed musical and vocal elements from the original song, and that they had the vision to see how the song could be re-energized by having Louie add his unique production elements to this seminal tune.
Louie is in the midst of an especially prolific and productive period. In 2016 he released the Grammy nominated Louie Vega Starring….XXVIII full length album; 2018 saw the release of the widely acclaimed and chart topping NYC Disco 2 X CD and 4 X vinyl album on Nervous Records. Known universally as “The Maestro” due to the standards of excellence he maintains in his productions, DJ Performances and live appearances with his Elements of Life Band, Louie Vega is now ready to unleash another gem to add to one of the music industry’s most remarkable body of work.
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inclsudes a download code (13tracks) !!!
Groove: Das hat einfach Klasse, wie Andy Vaz mit den Codes und Traditionen von Hause hantiert, Einflüsse Kombiniert und Schnittstellen baut um am Ende doch wieder etwas ganz eigenes schafft. Das macht er eigentlich immer schon, aber im Albumformat trennt sich die Spreu bekanntlich vom Weizen. Straight Vacationing sein nunmehr zweites Studioalbum, hat nichts mit Spreu zu tun, ganz klar. So lässig, jazzig und sophisticated er Anektdoten von Detroit anbringt, so ungezwungen und unzweifelhaft schwebt ein Nimbus der Glaubwürdigkeit über jedem einzelnen seiner Tracks. Ein Hauch Acid,
eine Prise Disco: House erscheint hier als verdichtete Verwachsung seiner Wurzelstränge. Das zeigt bereits - Detroit in me', die einleitende
Nummer des Albums. Oldschool ist King, Klar. Aber trotz der präzisen Justierung des Rückspiegels bleibt da ein Rest, oder besser: Ein Überschuss
an Futurismus, der kein Verfallsdatum kennt. Acht Tracks, besessen von einem Funk, der an eben der Stelle geboren wurde, so sich die Zukunft an der Vergangenheit Reibt. Grobkörnig, abstrakt und beseelt. Für alle, die es nicht mitbekommen haben oder Reviews immer nur auf ein griffiges Fazit hin überfliegen: I fucking Like!
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Soul Central return with ES002 - "Days Of Disco EP" following up Electric Shrine ES001 which firmly set the scene for this underground label, and sold out within a week of release, becoming an instant collectors piece and serious weapon for DJ's in the know.
Here we have a collection of raw Disco inspired cuts starting with "Just Friends" which is a serious neo soul stomper crowned with a prominent sing-a-long chorus. Whilst "Party Together" offers a relentless Boogie bass overload. Third inline comes "Your Smile" which takes the form of a sensitive Soul ballad vocal, adding in classic ascending strings and some modern House syncopation, turning in a deep journey laced with dancefloor dominating tones.
The final track "The Michigan Slide" is a real disco vibe that revisits a 300 year old Bach melody on Clavinet.
The complete EP is dusty, groovy and banging to say the least, maintaining a resounding quality that this standout UK act always deliver... great music that makes you want to dance.
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New X-masters! After the massive Nicholas/Morning Factory release its Finn Gold with the 2nd X-masters. Finn Gold resisted his routines and started working on some other music... Opening track is a briliant cover version of the classic Atmosphere. Pretty bold to cover such a classic, but Finn Gold nailed it! Flip side gives 2 other excellent 90's inspired tracks for the body and soul. Pretty amazing release!! Recommended.
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Sounds Over Seas is back with their third release. This time
introducing Leipzig native Jay Magnum, who makes his 12”
debut on wax. Schlappendisko EP comes with 3 original
pieces drenched in funky chord stabs, thumping basslines
and relentless grooves. Label head Julian Bainbridge adds
his own touches with a percussive and melodic remix.
De¦nite Dance Floor Material!
Seminal early 80's HI-NRG / Synth disco emanating from the gay clubs, bath houses and discotheques of San Francisco. A truly original and groundbreaking sound and style helmed by studio genius Patrick Cowley. Heavily informed by sonically charged science fiction fantasy and the darkest corners of nightlife, 'Mind Warp' is a cornerstone of electronic music that still astonishes today. Originally released on Cowley's own Megatone imprint in 1982 the album marks a definitive change in direction of post-disco dance music, undoubtedly inspired by European artists such as Kraftwerk, Moroder, Yello and more. A huge influence on what was to come through in later years via house and techno music, 'Mind Warp' is a bonafide classic and every single self respecting music lover or DJs home should have a copy!
Celebrate 40 years of the label with this unmissable reissue package beautifully presented on wondrous coloured vinyl by your friends over at Unidisc.
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Vinyl only. Even though we're not paladins of pure concepts, the sound we're currently looking to release usually has a raw, kinda primitive and rough around the edges nature. We're definitely not looking for the generic "soul sample meets a 4x4 beat" kind of edit. For this release we challenge 4 of our favorite Porto producers to give their unique twist to different samples and sounds of records we love. Ranging from upbeat disco rhythms to organic drums and hypnotic g funk melodies this release has it all. We truly believe this is a honest representation of part of the Porto music movement that makes us proud.
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The second release on GAMM from Love Drop delivers two seriously heavy disco cuts aimed straight for the small basement clubs.
On 'We Got Our Shit Together' we find a ghetto-disco jam that just builds and builds with some big horns and orchestral strings.
The B side 'Let It Go' is a warmer vocal affair that drips of soul, funk...and of course disco.
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Welcome to SNDRS005 Various Artists - "Disco Goodies Vol. 2", the latest vinyl release from Sundries.
This five-track beauty kicks off with "Kili" by Vagabond Club Social, a funky fresh disco roller with an infectious bassline, dreamlike chimes and heavenly strings that go on for miles. The perfect start to this all-star release!
In at the A2 spot is "Oasis Of Luv" by Saint Paul, a juicy disco number dripping with style and pizazz. Combining a memorable vocal hook, a pulsating rhythm and a super funky bassline, Oasis Of Luv is a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
Over on the B side we get things started with "Freedom" by Hotmood & Igor Gonya, a straight up disco belter that comes in hard and fast with a heavy bassline and a pounding beat. Add in lashings of horns, guitars and vocal refrains and Freedom qualifies as a certified dance floor jam!
At the B2 in Decent Rides with "Only U", a chunky, funk laden track with a killer vocal hook and some super vibey guitar and string melodies. Add in some generous portions of sumptuous filter house style sweeps, and "Only U" is an undeniable floor filler!
Last but by no means least is Júlio Cruz with "Enjoy". This sultry, soulful number ticks all the right disco boxes, with tons of bass and strings, and a beat that won’t quit: the perfect end to an awesome release!
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400 copies LTD - No digital - the first time these tracks are released on 12". An important house / excavation.. BIG TIP!
2 House Cuts taken from M-O-F's 1990 debut and only release, the 'Natural Vibe' LP on the private press 'Future Step Sirkle' label. 'My Opposite Sex' asks that all important question while 'Trip City' descends those steps into the basement club.
R.I.P. 'King Solomon Brown' and forever thanks to his family for allowing this re-issue.
Restored & Mastered By 'Thomas P.Heckmann'
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