Crystal Winds – So Sad / Maybe What You Do Comes Back On You (7")
12,90 €*
Crystal Winds legendary sophisticated soul LP first released on the
privately pressed Cash Ear label in 1982, it's mad to me these amazing
tracks have never made it to 45 yet so time to put that right, the
classiest of classy 70s soul sides for your Djing and listening
pleasure, you all know how much I love floaty 70s joints, not sure it
gets better than this.The key figures behind Crystal Winds were
Paul Coleman and M.C. (Morris) Brown, both alumni of the band Rasputin's
Stash which had had two albums out in the mid-'70s which had done
reasonably well for Atlantic subsidiary Cotillion and Chicago indie
Gemigo, respectively.Between them, keyboardist Coleman and
saxophonist Brown wrote the vast bulk of the album (guitarist Martin
Dumas co-wrote Lover's Holiday with Brown, and one J.Lagrone is added to
the credits of So Sad and Signs of Winter's Time) and handled the male
lead vocals, with the distaff element provided by Theresa Davis. Brown
wrote the horn arrangements, the pair did the string arrangements, and
legendary concertmaster Rich Tufo (associated with Curtis Mayfield and
other Curtom acts including Linda Clifford) was also on hand for the
album (credited with conducting and orchestrating both strings and
horns). Guitarist Dumas had also been a member of Rasputin's Stash, as
had drummer E.Frank Donaldson (who plays on two tracks).
Rivage - I Need You Baby / Answer (7")
12,90 €*
70s Soul perfection, both previously unreleased on 45 so should keep
collectors and DJs smiling as we head back into the clubs. We released
the crazy rare Rivage LP last year, but felt it was time to drop them on
our favourite format for the first time.'I Need You Baby' was
my go to spin on the LP (apart from 'Strung Out' Obviously) A positive
70s floater with a vocal that just holds it together.On the flip
'Answer' It's Mid-tempo Jam time, kind of has a feel it out as you go
vibe which I like, the backing holds it together and love the guitar
solo.
Crystal Winds Lovers Holiday / Love Ain't Easy (7")
12,90 €*
Martin Dumas Jr, Paul Coleman and Morris Browns, sublime 70s soul / 2
Step LP is IMO is some of the best sophisticated soul from the 1970s,
Production, Vocals, Writing are all on point. On this 45 we are not
messing around, two of the best cuts from the band 'Lover's Holiday and
'Love Ain't Easy', first time on 45 for them both. Licenced direct from
the band members. You know what to do!
O.B.F., Charlie P, Belén Natalí – Chainsaw (12'')
16,90 €*
“Let's get ready to rumbleee!” O.B.F’s latest album is just around the
corner; unleashing their incendiary first single “Chainsaw”. A track
born straight from the womb of sound system and clash culture. Already
rated as a future classic by dubplate connaisseurs, the track sets the
tone for what to expect from the most forward thinking dub outfit on
their next LP.
Built around a powerful 4-4 beat, "Chainsaw" combines lush vocals and
modern style toasting, warm textures and rough soundscapes, flames,
sweat and an unchained quantity of bass. Built by Rico O.B.F in France,
sang by Charlie P the "Dub Controller" from the UK and Argentina’s very
own "Woman Soldier" Belén Natalí, on their first time collaboration. The
rattling bass, neck-breaking kick, brutally processed drums and
captivating lyrics in English and Spanish testify to O.B.F’s
international appeal, brilliant versatility and desire to explore new
sonic territories.
"Chainsaw" illustrates the fierce competition and vitality that sits at
the core of sound system sessions. A clash between the two MCs and two
teams of dancers gets depicted in the explosive music video by
TerralStudios: Bélen and her team of divine voguers face off with
Charlie P and his bloodthirsty skankers. An intense confrontation takes
place, gradually getting swept away by a collective infatuation for the
music, unity takes hold of the dance, the very magic that emanates from
sound system!
O.B.F., Barrington Levy, Nazamba – Sweet Sensimilia (12'')
16,90 €*
Thompson
Sound and Dubquake Records have teamed up to offer modernised O.B.F
versions of iconic roots and rubadub tracks from the last century. First
released on the Jamaican singer and producer Linval Thompson’s label,
these tracks from the ’70s and ’80s have been reworked by Rico O.B.F
himself. Each 12” vinyl platter includes three tracks: a version with
the original vocal, a dub version, and a dubpoetry version by dub poet
George Scott aka Nazamba, who died from heart attack on July 1, 2022.After the release of the Curfew 12″ single, there’s the second EP of this collaborative series: a fresh version of Sensimelia
by a young Barrington Levy. It’s a true anthem recorded in the early
’80s at the legendary Channel One studios, backed by the Roots Radics
and mixed by Scientist. The tune was first released on 1982 album Poorman Style, which was released by Trojan Records in the UK and Clocktower Records in the US.On The Herbs
Rico O.B.F’s late musical accomplice Nazamba, whose vocals were
recorded at Tuff Gong Studio, rides along Barrington’s vocals, adding
his heartfelt verses. An ode to the cannabis flower and its therapeutic
virtues, the ‘Sweet Sensimilia’. The flip side features Rico O.B.F’s dub
version called Green Dub. The vinyl will be dispatched around
12th september 2022, so at the moment this release is only available on
digital download & streaming platforms.
King Stanley Feat. Fikir Amlak / Autarchii – Call Out Riddim (12'')
12,90 €*
Black Redemption presents another tuff combination with King Stanley on
the ‘Call Out’ riddim. Three vocals each with a dub, showcasing the
talents of Fikir Amlak, Autarchii and King Stanley himself. Word, sound
and power galore!
VA – Atlanta Soul Artistry 1965-1975 (LP)
24,90 €*
Frisch aus den umfangreichen Archiven des Kent-Labels wurde dieser
14-Track-LP-Sampler zusammengestellt. Feinster Atlanta Soul aus dern
Jahren 1965-1975 mit Loleatta Holloway, King Hannibal, Bobby Burn, The
Counts u.a.
Esther Marrow – Newport News, Virginia (LP)
28,90 €*
Esther Marrow begann in den frühen 60er Jahren professionell zu singen.
Ihr großer Durchbruch kam 1965, als sie von Duke Ellington gebeten
wurde, an seinem bahnbrechenden Concert of Sacred Music in der Grace
Cathedral in San Francisco teilzunehmen. Marrow tourte mit der Duke
Ellington Band und Harry Belafonte und erregte die Aufmerksamkeit von
Bob Thiele, der dieses Debütalbum 1969 auf seinem Label Flying Dutchman
aufnahm und veröffentlichte. Musikalisch ist es eine
überzeugende Mischung aus Funk und Soul, die sich auf einem ähnlichen
Terrain bewegt wie Alice Clarks großartiges Album, das 1972 auf
Mainstream erschien. Money Honey" von Jesse Stone beispielsweise wurde
mit einem knackigen Funk-Arrangement versehen und ist einer von drei
Titeln, die Sammler dazu verleiten, viel Geld für eine Originalkopie zu
bezahlen; "Walk Tall" und "Chains Of Love" sind die beiden anderen.
Chains Of Love" wurde ursprünglich in Detroit von J.J. Barnes
aufgenommen und wurde zu einem Klassiker des Northern Soul. Walk Tall"
ist einer der Höhepunkte des Albums und enthält Musik, die ursprünglich
von Pianist Joe Zawinul geschrieben und von Cannonball Adderley gespielt
wurde, mit Texten von James Rein und Morrow. Das Stück ist zu einer Art
Jazzstandard geworden, aber keine Versi
DJ Fresh – Gold Dust(12'')
24,90 €*
Limitierte 12" Auflage auf goldmarmorfarbenem Vinyl des 2010er
Dancefloor-Klassikers 'Gold Dust' von DJ Fresh (VIP Vocal &
Pitch Black - Electronomicon 2x(12")
28,90 €*
Released to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Electronomicon"
on double vinyl in a gatefold sleeve
on Record Store Day Drop #2
