Funk | Soul Vinyl 7 Inch 2352 Items

Release: US

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Stone Killer 45s Collection

Roy Budd

2x7" | 2023 | US | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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2x7" | 2023 | US | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

Roy Budd

Diamonds 45s Collection

21,99 €*

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Black Windmill 45s Collection

Roy Budd

2x7" | 2023 | US | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Original Gravity)

Luchito / Nestor Alvarez

Dap Walk / El Barrio

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2022 | UK | Original (Athens Of The North)

Clastyle

How Close

Curtis Baker & The Bravehearts

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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James Enard was raised in Lafayette and got his start with the Ohio based group "Perfect Element". This all happened during the groups session time in Louisiana recording with Jimmie Mouton and Michael Lockett (Two essential figures form Louisiana).

James played an important role with the group and actually wrote their song "Let Me Be The One For You

" while he was laid up in the hospital. He parted ways from them after the group made it clear they didn't want to tour even turning down a gig to open for Prince in New Orleans. He linked up with a fella named Kennith and started Kingdom Records and released "How Close". James and Kennith had a falling out over creative differences and as luck would have it James was invited to play at the Apollo with a group "For U2 See".

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Harem Girl

7" | 2022 | Original (Original Gravity)

Release: 2022 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I'll Say It Again / Same Time Same Place Black Vinyl Edition

Sweet Linda Devine

7" | UK (Dynamite Cuts)

What Will I Be / Let's Try It Again

Release: UK

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Dynamite Cuts is proud to be able to press for the first time on 7” vinyl the explosive and super funky “I’ll say it again”. With it super funky cover art work. This heavy funk rock Groove and the powerful uplifting vocal from the wonderful Linda Tillery aka Sweet Linda Divine. This track is the back-bone groove for the Black sheep hip hop bands classic “Choice is yours”

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Soul Junction

7" | 2022 | UK | Original (Epsilon)

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Voices Of East Harlem

Wanted Dead Or Alive / Little People

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

Hank Jacobs And Don Malone / Hank Jacobs And The Tko's

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Dynamite Cuts 45s series is proud to release two rare-groove club classics by the Voices of East Harlem. And what voices! This legendary gospel band’s “Wanted Dead or Alive” is a huge club Anthem, which has stood the test of time; written back in 1973. But the hidden gem, “Little People,” on the flip, is the sweet icing on the cake. The Young Disciples sampled a skit from it, amongst others. This powerful story-song is my personal favorite cut from the LP. The words are still true today. Both tracks arranged by Mr. Leroy Hutson

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The World Needs Changin' / Gettin' On Down

7" | 1970 | UK | Reissue (BGP)

Superstition / Shades Of Hades

Release: 1970 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A straight reissue of this super-rare funk single from 1970 on the Call Me label.

Original copies of this political soul anthem change hands for a lot of money.

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The Button Down Brass

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Six Nine)

B & The Family

Count On Me / Magic

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Big Crown)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The independent label Six Nine Records Ltd. UK, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, proudly presents B & The Family and their first release on the label! B & The Family, as a musical unit, reminds you of a modern day Jacksons or Sylvers group. Everybody plays several instruments and sings. This band is led by MD, patriarch, and male lead vocalist Brian K. Morgan, Katie Goulet (Wife/Bass/Vocals), Tayler Morgan (Daughter/Drums/Vocals),Genevieve (Daughter/Keys/Vocals) and Willa (Daughter/Keys/Vocals). “Count On Me” and “Magic” (produced and written by Brian K. Morgan and Katie Goulet), was originally created in the early 80’s for Johnny Kemp (“Just Got Paid”). Although these two songs never made the album, Brian was able to write and produce a few of his other songs on Johnny’s albums. Definitely not to be missed as it is a limited UK press with small hole and full colour printed picture cover!

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Brainstory

Seasons / Bye Bye

Tedi "Son Of Pearl" Robinson

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Brainstory Is Back With A Pairing Of Tunes That The World's Top Sommelier Couldn't Hold A Candle To. This Gorgeous Two-Sider Features The Two Vocal Songs From Their Otherwise Instrumental Forthcoming Ep, Ripe.On Side A, Seasons Showcase Brainstory's Sunny California Soul And Mixes In A Touch Of Roy Ayers East Coast Energy. The Result Is An Infectious And Uplifting Tune Penned At The Beginning Of Quarantine With The Hope Of Finding A Brightside In The Trouble The World Is Facing.Sibe B, Bye Bye, Is Another Stone Cold B Side Ballad From The Group That Gave Us Dead End. The Darling Dears Of Rialto Have Recorded What Is Sure To Become Another Staple In Sweet Soul Sets Around The Globe. But, In True Brainstory Fashion This Tune Is Uniquely Theirs. Elements Of Psych, Hip Hop And Jazz Distance It From Their Soul-Loving Peers.

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I Can't Get Enough Of You / We Can Make It Happen (Sho Ya Right)

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Six Nine)

Al Gardner / Jack Ashford

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The independent UK label Six Nine Records Ltd, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, proudly presents Tedi “Son Of Pearl” Robinson and his first release on the label. Two brilliant and brand new boogie tunes from the sharpest neo soul bassist on the planet, both sides are guaranteed to set dancefloors on fire for a long time! Definitely not to be missed as it is a limited UK press with small hole and full colour printed picture cover!

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Sweet Baby / I'll Fly To Your Open Arms

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Kenr Soul)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Six Nine)

Stone Paxton

Feel The Groove

7" | 2019 | US | Original (Big Crown)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The independent UK label Six Nine Records Ltd, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, proudly presents Stone Paxton who now makes his debut on the label! Mr. Paxton has been in the music business for a long time and has got many strings to his bow; besides being an artist he’s also a producer, composer, arranger and writer. This brand new release contains the original album version of the sure-shot winner “Feel The Groove” with an extended version on the flipside. Definitely not to be missed as it is a limited UK press with small hole and full colour printed picture cover!

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Holy Hive

Hypnosis / Broom

Marjo Leinonen & Publicans

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Big Crown Records is proud to present the first single from Holy Hive's forthcoming debut full length Float Back To You.The A side "Hypnosis" is an up number from The Hive that catches the listener from the first notes of Paul's guitar. A good vibe tune inspired by the price you pay to stay out late at night and enjoy your life knowing you have work in the morning. Homer and Paul once again play up the fruitful relationship of oxpecker and rhino with Steinweiss' infamous in the pocket drumming that Spring's vocals float over. Harp and synth flourishes pepper the arrangement and the uber-catchy chorus makes this one a staple in their live set.The B side, "Broom" is a musing on the nature of seeing one's true love for the first time. Holy Hive have taken this tried and true subject and infused it with their signature soul-folk sound to create this gem of a b-side. Paul Spring's honesty shines through as he sings with his beautiful falsetto about his real life love at first-sight experience. Joe Harrison brings the tasteful bass and supporting guitar accents while Homer Steinweiss lays down one of his signature grooves. The drum break at the top features a rare and much sought after drum machine known by some as the "zim-gar". Also, Holy Hive is proud to welcome Leon Michels as the guest saxophonist on the this tune. It was all recorded at the Diamond Mine Studios with Jens Jungkurth as the engineer.

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No More Crying Feat. Jimi Tenor

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Ronet)

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Tonight (T-Groove Remix) / Leave Me

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Crafted blend of soul, blues and rock by Finnish Marjo Leinonen on Jimi Tenor's Ronet imprint. A-sides "No More Crying" is classic and time certain, radio quality from the AM times. But the flip grooves has the absolute thrill – a drawn out balad with skillfull arrangement and musicianship. "Treat Yourself Right" could also have one of 2019's best positioned dub echos!

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Cool Million

7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Six Nine)

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I Don't Wanna Wait Black Vinyl Edition

Kelly Finnigan

7" | 2019 | US | Original (Colemine)

7" | 1973 | US | Reissue (Nature Sounds)

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The first 45 release from Monophonics' lead singer Kelly Finnigan puts his multitude of talents on full display! "I Don't Wanna Wait" is a catchy, gritty soul tune that finds Kelly pleading for love! And with a voice like his, you could resist! The B-side is exclusive to this 7-inch and will not be on the LP.

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Gloria Ann Taylor

Deep Inside Of You

Assassin / View From Above Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 1973 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited edition for Schwarzer Freitag Record Store Day 2018! Only 1 per customer!

For the first time since 1973, her famed single “Deep Inside. You” is back in print on 7” vinyl, courtesy of Nature Sounds. Taylor’s records were characterized as “a unique musical brew that mixed northern soul with exotic percussion and fuzzy psychedelic guitars.... [in] a range of tempos and stylings from ballads to disco.” Taylor was nominated for the 12th annual Grammy Awards in the category of best R&B vocal performance by a female for the song “You Gotta Pay the Price”. The singles released by Gloria Ann Taylor are well-established rare
treasures in the Soul music canon. Although Taylor was nominated for a
Grammy, performed live on bills featuring The Emotions, Johnnie Taylor,
B.B. King, and The O’Jays, and had a circle of friends that included
Bootsy Collins and James Brown, by the the mid-1970s her career had
stalled and she abruptly quit the music business. Taylor’s records later
became highly sought-after by DJs and rare groove collectors, prized
for a hauntingly soulful sound that mixed northern soul with exotic
percussion and psychedelic guitars.
Gloria Ann Taylor passed away in December 2017 at the ago of 73.
Now, for the first time since 1973, her famed single “Deep Inside You” is
back in print on 7” vinyl, courtesy of Nature Sounds. This limited-edition
pressing of the often-sampled Columbia Records release also includes
the original B-side “World That’s Not Real”.

Another friday dedicated to the black gold!

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Ikebe Shakedown

7" | 2018 | US | Original (Colemine)

Ain't That A Groove Thang / U & I Feat. Daniel Wiley

Release: 2018 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The latest and greatest from Ikebe Shakedown! "Assassin" is pulled from Ikebe
Shakedown's most recent LP The Way Home (CLMN12017) with a B-side that is
exclusive to this 45. Brooklyn's Ikebe Shakedown explores a wide variety of
instrumental soul, touching on afro-funk, R&B, and even psych at times.

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Tim Tucker

7" | 2018 | UK | Original (Six Nine)

Release: 2018 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Make Me Yours / Love Is Gonna Get You

Z.Z. Hill / Peggy Woods

7" | 2018 | UK | Original (Kent Soul)

Funkin On The Floor / Whatever U Want

Release: 2018 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Southern soul singer Z.Z. Hill was Kent/Modern’s main artist in the latter half of the 60s. In 1967 the company recorded him on an LP of soul classics and rightly chose Bettye Swann’s hit from only a few months before as one of the tracks. The label may have missed a commercial trick as his male-angle on the marvellous song gave it a new dimension and would surely have fared well as a 45. The UK licensors Action Records spotted the song’s potential and it was well received, although the much smaller UK soul market of the time could rarely achieve big sales. Since its release more soul fans have become aware of its quality and at last it is available again for discerning collectors.

Peggy Woods’ classic Northern Soul stomper was first on 45 in 1988 as a 100 Club anniversary single. With only approximately 400 pressed it was inevitable this and other such singles would become sought-after. Here is Peggy in her original glory singing her Kent/Modern masterpiece.

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Howard Johnson

7" | 2018 | EU | Original (Six Nine)

Parachute / Si Me Faltaras Tu

Release: 2018 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Two Soul/Funk Songs From A Shelved Album Recorded The Year Before This Release, Now Here For The First Time Ever On Any Format. From The New Uk Label Six Nine Records Ltd Based In Newcastle Upon Tyne And Wear. This Record Is From A Series Of Planned Releases On Our Label. Limited Uk Press Of 500 Copies On Laquer Cut Vinyl With Small Hole And Full Colour Printed Picture Cover!

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Thee Lakesiders

7" | 2018 | US | Original (Big Crown)

Welcome Back A Foolish Man / Lovin' Hard, Livin' Good

Release: 2018 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Thee Lakesiders are a duo out of Los Angeles comprised of Marie and Necalli who we were introduced to by our friend El Oms. He thought it would be great to get them out here to NY and into the the studio with El Michels. Turns out, he was very right. They spent two days in The Diamond Mine with The Shacks as their backing band and Leon producing and writing with them and cut three songs. Two of which are here on this nice two sider of a 45.

Side A “Si Me Falteras” is worked up into something of a Latin Psych number, it’s a cover of Los Terricolas’s tune they cut in 1973 redone with some more muscle. Ben’s driving beat and Max’s guitar work set the stage for Marie to showcase the powerful side of her voice.

Side B “Parachute” finds them in one of their favorite styles, a dreamy ballad that floats over guitar chanks, brush hits, and vibraphone rolls. This time Marie shows us a different side of her range, her beautiful and lush vocals ride perfectly in the pocket making for a gorgeous b side that can ride right alongside the oldies.

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Bobby Jones

7" | 1970 | EU | Reissue (Rocafort)

Art Gentry / Shirley Brown

Release: 1970 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Conforming to the usual high standards we've come to expect, Rocafort Records have got their hands on another sublime soul 7inch. Originally released in 1970 on the amusingly named Kack label, soulman Bobby Jones assures us that there's nothing but the smell of sweet soul music happening here.
Written and produced by well-known Chicago music veteran, Maurice Lee Simpkins, "Welcome Back A Foolish Man" does everything an early 70s mid-tempo two-stepper should. Urgent, pleading lyrics telling of unspeakable heartache, sweeping strings, twangy guitars, heavenly backing vocals that lift everything towards the Gods. All solidly crowned by the raw, expressive vocal talent of Bobby Jones – a consistantly worthy bluesy/soul singer who never really got the recognition he deserved.
Interesting to note that both "Welcome Back A Foolish Man" and the similarly veined B side, "Lovin' Hard, Livin' Good" were sung by soul siren Ruby Andrews a few years prior but with different lyrics, different composers and label. A mystery worth solving for any of you musos out there !

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This Is My Chance / Even If The Signs Are Wrong

7" | 2017 | UK | Original (Kent Dance)

Lee Fields & The Expressions

Release: 2017 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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‘This Is My Chance’ lay dormant until the late 90s when it was included on an Ace CD of Excello southern soul material. That series was aimed mainly at ballad fans but Gentry’s mid-tempo charms made it ideal for the modern soul dance scene. The Kent promo 12” issued at the time is now an in-demand piece of vinyl. Mystery surrounds who wrote Shirley Brown’s ‘Even If The Signs Are Wrong’ but this splendid, lilting soul song deserves a vinyl release.

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Never Be Another You / Lover Man

7" | 2017 | US | Original (Big Crown)

Alice Clark / The Devonnes

Release: 2017 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Big Crown Records presents another killer two sider pulled from Lee Fields & The Expressions instant classic "Special Night". With Lee touring the world from sold out show to sold out show supporting his album, we give the DJs and collectors another must have 45.

The A side "Never Be Another You" finds Lee & The Expressions taking another turn on the formula their success has been built on. An unorthodox track to find on a soul album made to fit perfectly, once again pushing the aesthetics of analog soul further into the present. Lee confesses his love and appreciation for his woman walking the fine line of vulnerability and strength.

The B- side "Lover Man" is equal parts rough and smooth. The production and the band come off with a thunderous backing track that takes it's time to get to full sail while Lee lays down some tell it like it is lyrics. Fields comes to the microphone with the confidence only a man with his track record could putting down what life is like with him if the woman he is after just let's it be that way.

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You Hit Me (Right Where It Hurt Me) / I Couldn't Build A World (With You On The Out Side)

7" | 2016 | UK | Original (Kent)

Release: 2016 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2015 | US | Original (Numero Group)

Trevor Dandy

Is There Any Love

Detroit Twice / Too Late To Turn Back

Release: 2015 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A branch pruned from West Indian-born Trevor Dandy’s 1970 LP Don’t Cry Little Tree, “Is There Any Love” is the stand out track from our 10th release, Good God: A Gospel Funk Hymnal. Produced by composer Paul Zaza in his basement studio in Toronto’s Etobicoke municipality, the socially turned-on Don’t Cry was intended to be sold to Dandy’s congregation. When Dandy failed to hit his promised sales goal of 2000, most of the pressing was relocated to the dump. “Is There Any Love” has since gone on to be sampled by a plethora of artists, including Kid Cudi, Ghostface Killah, Monsters of Folk, and Common. In 2009 we pressed up 200 copies of a one sided version of Dandy’s signature tune in conjunction with United Record Pressing and gave most of them away. It has since become one of the most in demand 45s Numero has ever issued. This unlimited repressing ups the ante slightly, as we’ve added an identical second “bonus” side for discerning DJs and home hifi enthusiasts alike to add their own cue burns, scuffs, and scratches to.

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El Michel's Affair

7" | 2005 | US | Reissue (Truth & Soul)

Darrow Fletcher / Richard Temple

Release: 2005 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Truth & Soul is proud to be bringing back a classic two sider that has been long out of print.

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My Young Misery / That Beatin’ Rhythm

7" | 2013 | UK | Original (Kent)

Release: 2013 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Preston Love / Brenda George

Cissy Popcorn / I Can't Stand It

7" | 2012 | UK | Reissue (BGP)

Release: 2012 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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When Will They Learn feat. Liam Bailey

The Dynamic Set

7" | 2011 | US | Original (Truth & Soul)

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7" | 2010 | UK | Reissue (Beat Goes Public)

Release: 2011 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Reggae & Dancehall

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Four years ago, Liam Bailey visited NYC from his hometown of Nottingham, England to write and record songs with Truth & Soul (Jeff Silverman & Leon Michels), that could help secure him the ever elusive major label deal. Shortly after the group met, an instant chemistry led to a series of reggae and soul songs that have been long-time favorites at T&S headquarters. Soon after his visit, Liam Bailey signed to Polydor Records. This is the first 45 from an upcoming series of Liam Bailey singles on Truth & Soul.

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Billy Garner

Brand New Girl

Release: 2010 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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My Faith In You / I Ain't Lying

Jimmy Church

7" | 2024 | UK | Original (Charly)

7" | 2024 | UK | Original (Athens Of The North)

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Nashville soul brother Jimmy Church joined John Richbourg’s Sound Stage 7 label in 1966 under the guidance of his manager “Hoss” Allen who had just opened with his TV soul showcase ‘The !!! Beat’. Church regularly appeared on the show as part of the house band. At Sound Stage 7 he released only two singles but left a, largely unheard and forgotten, legacy of studio recordings including our chosen cuts, finally making their much deserved vinyl debut.

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Coast To Coast

Paula Marie

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2024 | UK | Original (Athens Of The North)

Ike Noble & The Uptights

Good Thing

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2024 | UK | Original (Athens Of The North)

Ike Noble & The Uptights

It's Bad

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2024 | UK | Original (Mukatsuku)

Omar

It's So

My Baby / Love Will Find Its Way

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Back in 2004 a 4 track 12'' EP appeared from Omar's own label to wide acclaim with one track in particular, a driving heady slice of peak time broken beat soul receiving global appeal and mass attention. Championed by the likes of Gilles Peterson, Patrick Forge & IG Culture 'It's So' went on to become a highlight in the live sets and remains as fresh today as it did over 20 years ago. An instrumental version was never released so this completes the package on the flip as a Mukatsuku exclusive. 'It's So ' featured on the Mukatsuku Records feature on Gilles Peterson's Worldwide show in January of this year. 500 hand-numbered copies. Strictly no repress. As played by DJ Koco, Dom Servini, Rob Luis, Kevin Beadle, Shuya Okino, Smoove & more

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3TOB

7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Six Nine)

19,99 €*

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Kent Dance)

Darrow Fletcher

Hope For Love / No Limit

7" | 2023 | US | Original (Big Crown)

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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‘Hope For Love’ turned up on a one-off master tape which arrived at Ace HQ courtesy of Grapevine Records, who knew we were working with Darrow. Darrow thought the tape was one he and his stepfather Johnnie Haygood made to interest Ray Charles. Ray eventually signed Darrow to his Crossover label. Darrow remembered cutting it in the early 70s, a period when he was relatively inactive recording wise. It has proved to be very popular with the two-step crowd and a vinyl single version will be very welcome.

Darrow’s original recording of the Grey & Hanks’ song ‘No Limit’ was issued by Kent in 2012 on CD and as a single. That limited-run 45 sold out quickly but demand has continued to grow, making the current price upwards of £100. ‘No Limit’ was also recorded and released by both Jean Terrell and Breakwater in 1979.

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Les Imprimes

Falling Away

7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Original Gravity)

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Les Imprimés treat us to a tough as nails 7" pulling two stand out tracks from their forthcoming album in a classic Plug & Ballad pairing. The A side "Falling Away'' starts with a crushing drum break that Martens layers with lush piano runs, sitar, and guitar riffs. The lyrics almost contradict the tone of the track making it a bittersweet affair as he sings about love falling apart - "One day at a time girl you waste my life".On the B side "Still Here" Martens professes his resilience through life's twists and turns over a thundering track that puts a new spin on the B side ballad genre. Martens blends his poetry with his excellent usage of space making this yet another tune from Les Imprimés that is easy to love but hard to categorize.

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Raye Cole

I'm A Lady

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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International Cypher / Queen 16 Theme

The Mighty Mocambos

7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Rocafort)

Sunsay & The Soul Surfers

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Back in 2013 we took ourselves on a discographic adventure without really knowing what we were doing! Who would have thought that 10 years later, we'd be releasing our 50th 45 RPM record?
As luck would have it, we are happy to announce our new release, in collab with one of the flagship bands from today's funk scene, Germany's own "Mighty Mocambos", who have been delivering their instrumental groove and Caribbean vibes via their alter ego, "Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band" across Europe for more than fifteen years.
So, what better way to immortalize the raw and intense live sound that they're famous for than releasing a record on our favourite format?
Two sides recorded live on tape during the "Queen 16 B-Girl battle" in Berlin in 2022. Somewhat reminiscent of Can's "Vitamin C", the A side "International Cypher" has an oriental funk feel thanks to the use of the sharp sound of an electric Phin (Thai guitar), while thestraight up percussive funk instrumental "Queen 16 theme" pays tribute to the B-Girls onlyfestival, of which the soundtrackwas designed for the occasion.

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Be Thankful For What You Got HHV Exclusive Red Vinyl Edition

7" | 2022 | US | Original (Funk Night)

What You Gonna Do / Hit The Dancefloor

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 200 copies

HHV is happy to bring this awesome rendition of William DeVaughns classic "Be Thankful for What You've Got" by Sunsay & The Soul Surfers on red vinyl.

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Gillespie & Co.Ko

7" | 2022 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Blow Up)

Big Boss Man

Juju Funk

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Blow Up)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Grab while you can. The tracks have already received very strong radio responses from around the world. Both tracks being supported by Gideon Coe and Cerys Mathews at BBC Radio 6 Music, whilst Nasser Bouzida from the band discussed the rhythm influences of Return Of Baron Samedi on the Cerys Mathews show. Specialist funk shows from Australia, Germany, France, Canada and the US have already been supporting these tracks. The tracks are also set to appeal to fans of one of Big Boss Man's biggest tracks 'Sea Groove', which is currently one of the UK's biggest home-grown funk recordings on Spotify currently close to 7 million streams. These are the first new releases from Big Boss Man since their fourth album Last Man on Earth on Blow Up Records.

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Big Boss Man

Double Groovy

(Livin' In) New York City / Moodies Basement

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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10th Street

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Mighty Eye)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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John Reed & The Automatics

On The Run

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Funk Night)

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (F-Spot)

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 300 copies.

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Mestizo Beat

Left Behind / I Want You

The Mexican / Oh Really? Feat. Mr. Complex Violet Transparent Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A band who’s been gradually making a dent in the West Coast music scene, Mestizo Beat is pushing forth with a brand new 45 that further expands on their core sound to fuse the old with the new while paying homage to the greats who came before. “Left Behind b/w I Want You” is no exception.

Taking inspirational elements from Roy Ayers, Isaac Hayes, George Benson, Eric B and Rakeem, Mestizo Beat teamed up with longtime friends Jamie Allensworth and Terin Ector to bring a fresh set of vocals and lyrical element to the bands mostly previous instrumental catalog. On Side-A we find “Left Behind”, an original collaboration between Mestizo Beat and Jamie Allensworth (Jungle Fire, Orgone, Night Owls) who’s soulful vocals and wide range takes us strait to those late night after hour jams complete with a Benson inspired guitar solo by Aquiles Magaña and vibraphone additions by Tim Felten (Sure Fire Soul Ensemble). Left Behind’s lyrical elements are about leaving wherever you are in pursuit of something you can't quite explain, but you'll know in your soul when you find it. The song is a constant state of wandering in search of where you're meant to be while the clock keeps ticking adding a sense of urgency. Then, Side-B, hits it hard with a cover of Marvin Gaye’s “I Want You” featuring Terin Ector (Organ, Moswen, Soluzion) on lead and Jamie Allensworth this time providing backup support. While staying close to the original but with added production value and vintage synthesizer strings soaring over top, these two songs together, along with production out of the band’s home studio, Spc#166 in Topanga Canyon, CA, take this record to new heights for a true “double A-side” slab of wax.

Mestizo Beat is a musical group and production team founded by brothers Aquiles and Agustin Magaña. Both songs mixed by Claudio Cueni and mastered by John Golden.

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Marc Hype & Jim Dunloop

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Soul Dynamite)

7" | 2020 | Original (Luv N' Haight)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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Soul Dynamite is back to celebrate the 10th release with Berlin's finest duo Marc Hype & Jim Dunloop.

On side A you will find their seminal classic, a stunning cover version of Babe Ruth’s B-Boy essential „The Mexican“, which was dubbed by UK’s Jazzman Gerald as ”the“ version to have, soundtrack of international "Battle Of The Year" 2006, the year when it was originally released, now for the first time on a 45!

On side B you can enjoy "Oh Really?" which was available only on their debut album "Stamp Out Reality". Marc and Jim teamed up with NYC‘s own Mr. Complex over rare syncopated drum breaks, tweaking a late 90s feel.

Definitely a must have 45 banger!

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Johnny Frigo

Scorpio / Spill The Wine

Make It Alright Feat. Laura Jackson

Release: 2020 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Originally released in the mid-to-late '70s on "The Electric Jazz of Gus Giordano" album, The Johnny Frigo Sextet's covers of "Scorpio" and "Spill The Wine" get a long-overdue 7 inch release. Previously included on Ubiquity's Groove Merchant "Trippin" compilation in 1996 and then again on "Johnny Frigo's Collected Works" re-issue by Luv N'Haight in 2002, "Scorpio" has been on the radar for a while with "Spill The Wine" now getting a proper re-introduction to folks who may have been unfamiliar with the Sextet's other works.

Side A features an over-the-top funky version of “Scorpio” by the legend Dennis Coffey. The original in and of itself is considered one of the top tunes in the Funk (and sampling) canon but this cover takes it further w/ open drums, wild organ taking the lead and a thundering bassline holding it all down underneath. "Spill The Wine" on the flip transports the original into Latin meets Jazz-Funk territory w/ flourishes of Exotica heaped in for good measure.

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BB Soul

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Boogieback)

Starting Over Again / I Want You Back

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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BB Soul are the ofﬁcial Boogie Back productions and remix team, founded by bassist and producer Ernie Mckone, and multi instrumentalist Toby Baker. They are already responsible for many successful remixes from artists such as Kindred & The Family Soul, Paul Johnson, Agape Soul, The O’Jays and many more. Under the name BB Soul they are producing Original Soul Dance music for Boogie Back Records, this time on their latest release ‘Make It Alright’. The Single features the wonderful Laura Jackson, known for her work with the band Cool Million.

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Cheri Maree

7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Boogie Back)

7" | 2018 | UK | Original (Arsivplak)

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Following on from their 2016 hit with The Valentine Brothers ‘Taste Of Your
Love’, producers Ernie Mckone & Toby Baker are back with two brand new
soul classics featuring Stateside singer and multi-instrumentlist Cheri
Maree.

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Arsivplak

Seker Oglan EP

Release: 2018 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble

Aragon / El Nino

7" | 2018 | US | Original (Colemine)

Release: 2018 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2013 | US | Original (Colemine)

Jungle Fire

Firewalker

Stormy / Bring Back That Sunny Day

Release: 2013 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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"Fire Walker" is Jungle Fire's sophmore single that's blazin' up dancefloors around the world!

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Stick Cats

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Eugene's Groove / Chop Shop

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The Wax Preachers

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Raha / Orewa Crystal Clear Vinyl Edition

Savana Funk & Gaudi

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Record Kicks)

Doing Our Thing With Pride

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Grammy nominated producer Gaudi (Steel Pulse, The Orb, Tricky, Lee Scratch Perry) joins forces with Italian Afro-funk band Savana Funk to revive the sound of "Cosmic-Disco" of the late 70s with this limited edition 7" vinyl. The terms "Afro-disco / Cosmic-disco" are used to describe various forms of African-influenced and Synth-based dance music with a particular method of DJing originally developed and promoted by a small number of DJs in Italy from the late 70s through the mid-80s, a freeform music-journey created with vinyl records, mixing and beat-matching a very diverse range of musical styles, from electro-funk to Brazilian-jazz, incorporating live percussion and effects. Pioneers such as DJ Mozart, Daniele Baldelli, Loda, Pery, Spranga, L'ebreo, Tosi Brandi, Lelli, and venues such as Cosmic, Baia Degli Angeli, Typhoon, La Mecca, Chicago, Arlecchino to name but a few, had truly expanded and helped the development of the club-culture in Italy and subsequently in Europe. In his youth, producer, and musician Gaudi was one of the punters who regularly attended these venues and followed the whole "Afro" scene, experiencing from the dancefloor that 90-110bpm hypnotic sound and subconsciously absorbing the essence of it. On the A side is the first single "Raha", driven by a solid "afro-cosmic" groove infused with an eclectic krautrock sound, very distinct and very psychedelic at the same time. A texture generated by analog synthesizers and "space-funk" riffs from guitar and bass. Raha means "Peace of mind" in Arabic, the native language of the Italian-Moroccan drummer Youssef, who also appears as a vocalist on this track. On the B side is the groovy and sexy "OREWA," a funk track to dance to on the beach surrounded by a psychedelic-colored sunset, with hypnotic guitar riffs that take us on a journey without time and space.

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Al-Dos Band

7" | 2024 | EU | Original (Kalita)

Crime Of Passion / Love Bug

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Kalita are proud to announce the first ever 7" single reissue of what is possibly the most coveted gospel disco record in existence, the Al-Dos Band"s soulful masterpiece "Doing Our Thing With Pride". This iconic reissue is backed by the band"s previously unreleased recording "Love Jones Coming Down".At long last, Kalita revives this South Carolinian grail single, housed in a limited-edition picture sleeve.

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Mia

7" | 2024 | CZ | Original (Love Touch)

My Mind Is Open / Should I

Release: 2024 / CZ – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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MIA is back with her first single since “Love Me Right”. Her 2020 Gil Masuda-produced hit song has sold 3000 7” copies and garnered over 5 million online streams so far. It has become a bonafide funk anthem by top DJs in the West Coast and earned her an invitation to play at Funk Freaks parties and Hittin’ Switches festival. The song even made its way into the intro of a Silk Sonic Radio episode. Side A’s “Crime of Passion” reveals a sultry story around compassion. The song’s deep bass and groove pick up where “Love Me Right” left off. The up-tempo 80s-tinged boogie of producer Gil Masuda provides the backdrop for the Miami-born singer’s unmistakably silky voice. “Am I your shining diamond, baby, kryptonite?” It’s a line sure to lure you to the dance floor. Side B’s “Love Bug” is a chill roller skating jam with lush Rhodes chords and warm synth tones that will appeal to anyone who’s ever been in love. This release marks MIA’s first official single on Love Touch Records and perhaps hints at the possibility of her long-awaited debut album to come soon?

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L3ni And Ian Wallace

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Soul In The Horn)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Mountains / Love To Love You

Dshon82 And King Pros

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Soul In The Horn)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2015 | UK | Original (Confunktion)

Mr Confuse

Rush Zone / Gain Station

Release: 2015 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: Near Mint

Release: AU

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I'm Comin Home To You / Whole Woman

Cookin On 3 Burners

7" | 2023 | US | Original (Soul Messin')

Color Him Father / I Hate Hate

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Building on their heavyweight organ funk blueprint, Cookin’ On 3 Burners drop their new 7 inch single I’m Coming Home To You, a certified soul stomper about returning home to get the goodness you need. Perfectly paired with the enticing downtempo feel of Whole Woman, these fresh cuts are a celebration of Cookin’ On 3 Burners’ collaboration with resident live show vocalist, the dynamically fabulous Stella Angelico. Eight albums and a crate of 7” singles deep in the game, Cookin’ On 3 Burners have been pushing out funk and soul to the world from the musical heartland of Melbourne, Australia since 1997. Jake Mason’s swirling Hammond sits atop a hard grooving left hand bass, blending seamlessly with Dan West’s fiery guitar stylings and Ivan ‘Choi’ Khatchoyan’s benchmark drum breaks. Now releasing on their own label Soul Messin’ Records and distributed by Fatbeats, the group have taken their sound global with tracks picked up by DJs and tastemakers worldwide including Craig Charles (bbc6), DJ Numark (Jurassic 5), WaxPoetics as well as the global smash hit Kungs vs. Cookin’ On 3 Burners version of their soul classic ‘This Girl’.

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The Winstons / Razzy

7" | 2024 | Original (Charly)

Release: 2024 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Get Up And Move / Sugar Boy

Carolyn Crawford

7" | 2024 | UK | Original (Kent Dance)

Flying High / Guilty Record Store Day 2023 Edition

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This Kent single has been eagerly awaited for some time. Plays at the 100 Club and other venues of ill-repute, has made it a must-play, dancefloor-filling track.

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Jackie Stoudemire

7" | 1982 | UK | Reissue (Tap Records)

Party Hardy / Happy Record Store Day 2023 Red Vinyl Edtion

Release: 1982 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Two classic Jackie Stoudemire gems, ‘Flying High’ and ‘Guilty’ get a long overdue reissue, the former of which has never been available on vinyl before.

Picked up by Tap Records impresario Jeremiah Yisrael, Jackie spent the lion’s share of 1982 in the studio with Yisrael, the prolific Gene Redd and dozens of musicians, including purportedly Barry White’s Love Unlimited Orchestra.

Ten songs were recorded over the course of the year, and two of the standouts are pressed loud and proud on either side of this limited 7 inch. First up the funk-fuelled, slick and stylish disco number ‘Flying High’, pressed for the first time ever to vinyl. ‘Guilty’ takes the B, one of the last songs Gene Redd would ever pen and some of the finest production work in a career that spanned four decades. Disco at its brilliant best. Yellow label version white sleeve.

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Velvet Hammer

7" | 1977 | UK | Reissue (Soozi)

What's The Use? / Instrumental Record Store Day 2023 Edition

Release: 1977 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Two Velvet Hammer heaters reissued officially for the first time since 1977, 45 years since their original release this time on limited edition red vinyl. An essential slice of Chicago history via Soozi Records, ‘Party Hardy’ is a gorgeous disco groover whilst the B, ‘Happy’, is the ultimate feel-good modern soul classic and about as anthemic as they get. The appeal of this record knows no limits, whether you’ve heard it once or one hundred times. With mint originals being virtually impossible to get your hands on and 2nd hand copies that do come up, clocking in at £250+, this is a reissue which will please many a music lover. Red 7" vinyl in black sleeve.

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Tony Troutman

7" | 1977 | UK | Reissue (Jerri)

The Harvey Scales & Seven Seas

Release: 1977 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Incredibly sought after (and once bootlegged) sweet modern soul track from Georgia's Tony Troutman. Feel-good grooves, delicious harmonies and joyous vocals make for a recipe that will lift any lacklustre mood. Finally released as an official reissue with original label artwork this super rare record, has been known to change hands for over £800 in the past, with only the top diggers able to hunt down this one. Yellow label version, white sleeve.

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Trying To Survive / Bump Your Thang Record Store Day 2023 Edition

7" | 1975 | UK | Reissue (Magic Touch)

Rock Creek Park / Gut Level

Release: 1975 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A must have double sider from Harvey Scales & The Seven Seas, containing two of the rarest tracks from their much sought after back catalogue. Originals have sold for eye watering sums of over £1700 in the past, attaining to its rarity but also the sheer quality of the music pressed into its grooves. ‘Trying To Survive’ is one of the great social-consciousness anthems and a slice of pure lyrical genius, whilst ‘Bump Your Thang’ hits with a heavy funk workout, channelling James Brown-esque energy in Chicago shoes. Red label version original black sleeve.

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The Blackbyrds

7" | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Expansion)

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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You Don't Care (About Our Love)

China Burton

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Soul Brother)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2022 | US | Original (Peoples Potential Unlimited)

Sharpp

Kinky / Hard

Never Had A Love / Listen

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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If you live anywhere outside of Richmond Virginia you may have never heard of Sharpp. The group formed in the early 80s consisting of high school friends led by keyboard player Josh Fertel. They played cover songs mainly, performing around the fan, and at high school dances. With some gig money they managed to record two original titles at the defunct Harbor Sounds Studios. That would be their sole output, released locally on a 7” single, handed out to band members, friends and fam.

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Family Brown

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Expansion)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Little Anthony & The Imperials

Better Use Your Head / Gonna Fix You Good

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Looking For You / As Long As I Have You

Garnet Mimms

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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It Really Hurts Me Girl / Tom Moulton Remix

The Carstairs

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Beautiful Night / Above A Whisper

Jimmy Thomas

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Idris Muhammad / Jean Shy

I'm A Believer / What Can I Do I'm So In Love With...

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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What About Love / Got A Good Feeling

Brief Encounter

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Expansion)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Nothing Left To Give / Baby Mine

Thelma Houston

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Expansion)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Surprise Chef / Minoru Mraoka

The Positive And The Negative

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Mr Bongo)

J.J. Barnes / John Gary Williams

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This release is a special one; a moment where the two halves of the Mr Bongo record label unite, our heritage re-issues and our contemporary artists roster. Minoru Muraoka’s 'The Positive and the Negative’ is a firm favourite at Mr Bongo. It sees a master of the shakuhachi, a traditional bamboo Japanese flute, flex his prodigious skill resulting in a unique mix of breakbeat jazz and Japanese folkloric music. 'The Positive and the Negative’ featured on the 1970 'Bamboo’ album, which Mr Bongo reissued in 2019. Heralded by DJ Shadow, Cut Chemist, Egon, and many others. The record’s cult status had us thinking how could we pay further homage to a sublime track such as this. The opportunity came to us in an email from Melbourne’s Surprise Chef with a link to the fabulous reinterpretation of the track which they had just recorded. "Minoru Muraoka’s ‘Bamboo’ LP has long been a fixture in our record bags, mostly for the killer shakuhachi funk cut The Positive and The Negative. The record is possibly our favourite from Mr Bongo’s extensive catalogue of reissues, and certainly the most influential to Surprise Chef; The Positive and the Negative’s cinematic atmosphere paired with the wonky drum feels and dramatic performance makes it a near-perfect amalgamation of what we try to capture on Surprise Chef records. We’ve borrowed an element or two from the tune over the last few albums (such as the percussion on ‘The Limp’), so it felt right to go head first into reinterpreting the entire track for ourselves. We recorded the tune in Karate Boogaloo’s attic studio with our man Henry Jenkins at the controls and Hudson Whitlock on percussion. We spent an entire day trying to get the take; we felt such a deep responsibility to capture the intensity of the original, we must have done 20 or 30 takes before we were finally happy. We stuck a fork in it late into the night, satisfied that we’d had our best crack at paying homage to a masterpiece by the great Minoru Muraoka.” - Surprise Chef Forged in their signature sound, "The Chef" have made 'The Positive and the Negative' their own whilst simultaneously treating the original with utmost respect. The shakuhachi and koto have been replaced by synths and guitars, but the breakbeat psychedelic vein flows richly through both instruments The 7" vinyl format was the right fit for this release, so the original Minoru Muraoka recording which clocks in over nine minutes has been edited into a 7” version to accompany Surprise Chef’s new take.

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Sweet Sherry / The Whole Damn World Is Going Crazy

LP | 1974 | EU | Reissue (Outta Sight)

Release: 1974 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Joshie Jo Armstead / Carla Thomas

I Got The Vibes / I'll Never Stop Loving You

LP | 1973 | EU | Reissue (Outta Sight)

Soul Is My Salvation Chapter 9

Release: 1973 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Led by maverick composer Abigail Moura, Orquestra Afro-Brasileira were one of the most influential yet overlooked groups in Brazilian music history. Operating for almost thirty years until 1970, they released just two albums - the first of which, Obaluayê, has recently been reissued by Night Dreamer Records - and left behind a legacy of Afro-Brazilian consciousness that continues to resonate today.

Combining Yoruba spirituality, folk tales, Candomblé chants and West African percussion with the instrumentation of the big band jazz tradition in the United States, the Orquestra placed Afro- Brazilian heritage in a new and vital context. Weaving emancipatory narratives into complex poly- rhythms and powerful, syncopated horn lines, the group educated and enlightened all those who saw them perform.

For Abigail’s protégé and percussionist on the group’s 1968 album Carlos Negreiros, the message of the group’s music had a profound impact: “I became aware of what it is to be black,” he says, “discovering the extraordinary potential of the Afro-Brazilian culture in the making of the national ethos.”

Now the last remaining member of the original Orquestra, Carlos was tracked down by producer Mario Caldato Jr. - whose credits include Beastie Boys, Marcelo D2 and Seu Jorge among others - to oversee the first new album of Orquestra Afro-Brasileira material since 1968.

“I was overwhelmed with the percussive rhythms, beautiful deep vocals and combined energy,” Caldato Jr. explains. “It felt like the most authentic Brazilian roots music I had ever heard. It was raw and dynamic, a pure organic sound and energy. It was a spiritual experience.”

Alongside arranger Caio Cezar, Carlos assembled his Orquestra to record five tracks at Berna Ceppas’ Estudio Maravilha 8 studio in Rio De Janeiro. With percussion, horns and vocals cut in single takes over three days, the session captured the intuitive, pure and natural spirit of the group in full flow.

Following the success of the initial session, five additional tracks were recorded at the iconic Estudio CIA dos Tecnicos in Copacabana to complete the album. Mixed by Caldato Jr., 80 Anos is a contemporary incarnation of Abigail Moura’s vision, bristling with the flair of the original recordings.

“This is an important continuation of the Orquestra Afro Brasileira sound and movement that is still strong and relevant today,” Caldato Jr. says.

80 Anos celebrates 80 years since the formation of the group, bringing its trailblazing legacy into the spotlight for a new generation of musicians and listeners alike.

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Tone B. Nimble

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Rain&Shine)