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Soul Impressions Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 1971 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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An American soul vocal group that would go on to shape the sound of pop music much farther beyond their imaginations, Numero is proud to present the first official American 45' repressing of the Ponderosa Twins + 1 original 1971 release of Bound b/w I Remember You.

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Janko Nilovic

LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Underdog)

LP | 1982 | Reissue (Be With)

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Following the recent reissues of Pop Impressions (UR000651) and Super America (UR000651), Underdog Records label follows-up to the series with another brilliant album by French underrated composer and producer, Janko Nilovic!

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Keni Burke

Changes

27,99 €*

Release: 1982 / Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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What's The Deal / Have You For My Love

Carol Williams

12" | 1986 | EU | Reissue (Best Record Italy)

LP | 1974 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

Release: 1986 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Some gorgeous soulful boogie tracks right here!! The French Philippe Lecauchois, better known as "Phil Boogie Times" and Claudio Casalini, the factotum of the Italian label Best Record, teamed up with the intention of carrying on their identical passion, being devoted to Boogie, Funk, Soul and " Old School Disco". There couldn't have been a better choice to start this conjunction of passions and sharing of ideals: the first 12inch, produced by Darryl Payne in 1983, sees two precious gems such as "What's the Deal" b/w "Have You for My Love" by the charming ex Salsoul artist, Carol Williams (btbs-12001). The other reissue of Phil and Claudio is 1984's "Come Back Lover" masterfully sung and arranged by Carl Smith (btbs-12002). Listening to these splendid 40-year-old productions again will do good to the hearts of all the followers and fans of true soul music made in the USA. Coming on a limited vinyl edition!

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Kashmere Stage Band

Plays Originals

37,99 €*

12" | 1981 | US (Harlem International)

Release: 1974 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Kashmere Stage Band (ksb), founded by music teacher Conrad O. Johnson was an elite performing unit of the student band at Kashmere High School, Houston, Texas, from the late 1960s until 1978. All original Kashmere LPs had 1000 copies or less originally pressed, which were sold both locally and around the world as the band toured. And now, P-vine is proud to present the historically renowned albums from the band on limited reissue vinyl! some of them will be reissued on vinyl for the first time.

[Items line-up] Kashmere Stage Band / Our Thing ('69) Kashmere Stage Band / Bumper To Bumper Soul ('70) ※First time reissued on vinyl Kashmere Stage Band / Thunder Soul ('71) ※First time reissued on vinyl Kashmere Stage Band / Zero Point ('72) Kashmere Stage Band / Kashmere "73" Live in Concert ('73) ※First time reissued on vinyl Kashmere Stage Band / Out Of Gas But Still Burning ('74) Kashmere Stage Band / Plays Originals ('74) Kashmere Stage Band / Expo '75 Concert Tour Japan/Okinawa ('75) ※First time reissued on vinyl

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Whatnauts

Help Is On The Way

Loving You, Needing You, Loving You, Wanting You' / Watch Where You're Going

Release: 1981 / US

Genre: Organic Grooves

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/ instrumental ... sampled by Common, De La Soul ...

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Bobby Hutton

7" | 1974 | UK | Reissue (Expansion)

Expo 75 Concert Tour Japan / Okinawa

Release: 1974 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The two tracks on this 7” (which feature as bonus tracks on the Expansion CD reissue of “Piece Of The Action”) were first released back-to-back in 1974 on the ABC label. Both songs are co-written and produced by McKinley Jackson, key to songs for Lamont Dozier, Freda Payne and The Four Tops at ABC in the early to mid-70s.

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Kashmere Stage Band

LP | 1975 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

37,99 €*

Impeach The President Clear Vinyl Edition

Release: 1975 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Honey Drippers

7" | 1974 | UK | Reissue (Alaga U.S.)

Release: 1974 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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

Tony Troutman

7" | 1977 | UK | Reissue (Jerri)

Mississippi Mud / Just Sitting Record Store Day 2023 Edition

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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Smithstonian

7" | 1970 | UK | Reissue (Enterprise)

I'll Cry Over You Record Store Day 2023 Edition

Release: 1970 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A deep, funk-fuelled Smithstonian double sider, straight outta Memphis. An eerie spiritual soul track ‘Mississippi Mud’ on the A side, paired with an equally low-slung funk number ‘Just Sitting’ on the B. The original changes hands for £250+…so buy or cry! Black label version original black sleeve.

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Cynthia Sheeler

7" | 1975 | UK | Reissue (Jb's Records)

7" | 1976 | UK | Reissue (Motherlode)

Release: 1975 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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An impossibly rare double sider from the JB's Records vaults gets a much called for official reissue. Cynthia Sheeler - I'll Cry Over is one of the rarest and greatest Southern Soul classics out there, always held back due to the scarcity of its original 1975 release. The last copy sold on Discogs five years ago for £400 and it’s easy to tell why. A luscious slice of Baton Rouge crossover soul that will sweep you up and whisk you away in it’s blissful grasp. An absolutely essential 7 inch for any collection. Black label version original black sleeve.

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Stratus

Girl / Wild Woman

17,99 €*

Nothing Can Stop My Loving You / Step Out

Release: 1976 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Stratus were a cross-genre rock band formed around 1974 in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, led by Robert Ackley. Originally recorded in 1976 at Wildwood Recording Studios, an embellished description of a basement in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. This release was funded by a local dentist and promoted by ‘Cathy’, Ackley’s muse and inspiration for the release and the track ‘Girl’ in particular. Only 1000 copies were ever pressed, the majority of which were subsequently distributed by the band at shows as pseudo-business cards, with many pristine original copies as a result becoming lost to time. The tracks have since resurfaced in Europe many years later, much to the surprise and joy of Ackley himself. Remastered from one of the last remaining mint condition original presses, this release is a must for all collectors of blue eyed soul and AOR rarities. This reissue marks the first release in 7” format since its 1976 debut. ‘Girl’ is a glorious soulful, jazz fusion rarity, replete with glorious drum breaks and affecting vocal and keyboard melodies. - https://s.disco.ac/ogbanflbkeaw ‘Wild Woman’ on the other hand is a classic 70s psychgarage rock jam that has remained unheard since it’s original release. - https://s.disco.ac/adbptpbxsebk

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1619 Bad Ass Band

7" | 1976 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

2LP | 1982 | EU | Reissue (Universal)

Release: 1976 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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From mellow crossover soul to furious heavy funk, all the way to sweet ballads, the self titled LP from 1619 Bad Ass Band has it all! We’ve taken Nothing Can Stop My Loving You and Step Out from the LP to cut a seven inch single!

Long considered by crate diggers to be rare even among the ultra rare TSG records, 1619 Bad Ass Band’s self-titled album is like catnip for rare groove collectors! From the mellow crossover soul, furious funk, sweet ballads, and everything in between, we’ve selected mid-tempo dance number “Nothing Can Stop My Loving You” and heavy funk number “Step Out” (famously sampled by DJ Shadow) to be cut on 7 inch 45rpm vinyl!

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Stevie Wonder

Original Musiquarium I

38,99 €*

LP | 1971 | EU | Reissue (Elemental Music)

Release: 1982 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Back in print!

"Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I" is a compilation album by R&B/soul musician Stevie Wonder that was released in 1982 by Tamla Records.

It collects eleven Top 40 hit singles and five album tracks, including four tracks from 1972 to 1980. The album peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard 200, at No. 1 on the Top R&B Albums chart in the U.S.

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Diana Ross

Surrender

Release: 1971 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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3LP | 1976 | EU | Reissue (Motown)

Stevie Wonder

Songs In The Key Of Life

52,99 €*

LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Elemental Music)

Release: 1976 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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180g vinyl

- "Love's in Need of Love Today" sampled by Blackstreet for "Love's in Need",
Busta Rhymes & Erykah Badu for "One",
George Michael for "Love's in Need of Love Today",
Kwame for "Can U Feel It?" and
X-Clan for "Ooh Baby"

- "Sir Duke" sampled by A Tribe Called Quest for "Footprints" and
DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince for "Let's Get Busy Baby"

- "I Wish" sampled by Will Smith for "Wild Wild West"

- "Knocks Me off My Feet" sampled by Ja Rule for "Thug Lovin'" and
ODB for "Shimmy Shimmy Ya"

- "If It's Magic" sampled by Craig Mack for "Making Moves with Puff"

- "Ordinary Pain" sampled by Erykah Badu for "Penitentiary Philosophy"

- "Pastime Paradise" sampled by Coolio for "Gangsta Paradise",
Cru for "Up North",
Gangsta Blac for "Blaze Up Anotha One",
Mary J. Blige for "Time" and
Three 6 Mafia for "3 6 in the Morning"

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Donna Summer

Love To Love You Baby

30,99 €*

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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One Nation Under A Groove Colored Vinyl Edition

Funkadelic

2LP | 1978 | EU | Reissue (Charly)

45,99 €*

Release: 1978 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Steppin' Out On The Groove

Tony Jackson

12" | 1983 | UK | Reissue (Freestyle)

With Love From The Lovelites

Release: 1983 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Freestyle drop the first official reissue of a much sought-after UK boogie gem from Tony Jackson, originally released on the Switch label in 1983 and recorded at the legendary Landsdowne Studios!

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The Lovelites

LP | 1970 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

35,99 €*

Soul Impressions Clear Blue Vinyl Edition

Release: 1970 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Formed around the singular talent that was Patti Hamilton, Chicago teen soul trio, The Lovelites, released one album - With Love from The Lovelites - before disbanding. Their sole album, initially a commercial failure, would become a crate digger classic, selling with several-hundred dollar premiums on the second hand market over half a century after its release. And it’s no wonder why - Patti Hamilton’s soulful voice sounds wise beyond her years, and the trio’s angelic harmonies are backed by a full Chicago brass band. With the deft hand of Clarence Johnson (best known for his production of Brighter Side of Darkness) producing, the harmonies are sweet, the band is tight, and the singular voice of Patti Hamilton shines through it all. The first ever reissue of With Love From The Lovelites is available on limited edition vinyl, with an obi-strip, only from P-vine Records.

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Janko Nilovic

LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Underdog)

25,99 €*

Come With Me / Lost In Amazonia

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 300 copies.

Following the recent reissues of Pop Impressions (UR000651) and Super America (UR000651), Underdog Records label follows-up to the series with another brilliant album by French underrated composer and producer, Janko Nilovic!

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Tania Maria

7" | 1983 | UK | Reissue (Soul Brother)

17,99 €*

Release: 1983 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1989 | EU | Reissue (Invisible City Editions)

Shawn Pittman

Dreams

LP | 1975 | TR | Reissue (Emre Grafson)

Release: 1989 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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mited Pressing.

Invisible City Editions returns with an official repress of a fantastic double-sided private press rarity from 1989 Detroit. Featuring two legendary Inner City alumni Producer/keyboardist Engineer Art Forest and Inner City background vocalist dancer/singer Shawn Pittman. On the A side a lush slow modern soul slow burner “Dreams'' features a deep,spatial throbbing bass line with glistening synths floating underneath cool angelic hypnotic vocals by Ms Pittman.” 'Dreams are only Dreams till you make it real' chants Shawn Pittman and we’re lead down a dazzling maze of mirrors. With “I'm Losing Control (Extended Bass-ment Club Mix)” on the flipside a wild late night warehouse dub remix features sci-fi vocal effects,fostex tape loops and ultra-heavy bass and driving drum machines. Minimal lush soul perfect for early mornings and the post-club world and a wild sci-fi house winner for late night club sessions. An IC fave! Remastered by Brandenberg/The Carvery (Note: we’ve also removed the drum machine going out of sync that was on the original press) Official Repress via Art Forest and his label Wildboy.Essential stuff!

Art Forest is an Electronic Engineer and production wizard from Detroit Michigan. He originally recorded 2 of Inner CItys’ Biggest Hits “Good Life” and “Big Fun” and continues to record to this day. Art Forest still finds and repairs equipment to add to his studio today. He also recorded for Paula Abdul “Straight Up” and Madonnas’ “Justify My Love” Shawn Pittman was a singer and dancer from Detroit who was a good friend of Inner City vocalist Paris Grey. Shawn Pittman sang backing vocals and harmonies on “Good Life” and “Big Fun”.

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Baris Manco

2023

Baris Manco & Kurtalan Ekspres

Release: 1975 / TR – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Re-mastered 180g black vinyl, in gatefold cover 12 pages booklet + poster. Originally released in 1975 by the Pioneer of Anatolian Rock, Baris Manco. He was one of the best musician in golden Era of Turkish Rock Scene. The album contains both traditional lyrics and space rock, progressive rock and psychedelic elements. In other words, nice blend of Turkish understanding with western instruments. Simply hypnotic, groovy.

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Sözüm Meclisten Disari

LP | 1981 | TR | Reissue (Emre Grafson)

LP | 1975 | US | Reissue (Polydor)

Release: 1981 / TR – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie

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2019 Re-mastered, 180g black vinyl in gatefold cover. It was originally released in 1981. May be the last impressive album of Baris Manco and his band Kurtalan Ekspres which is giving a respect to 1970’s Golden Era of Turkish Rock. The album consists of funk and progressive rock elements from track to track just like their previous release. Hypnotic, cool and clear sound, will make this LP as a reference album.

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Roy Ayers

A Tear To A Smile

Release: 1975 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Come To My Garden Clear Vinyl Edtion

Minnie Riperton

LP | 1970 | EU | Reissue (Soulgramma)

LP | 1982 | EU | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

Release: 1970 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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What a beauty here. A proper re-issue of Minnie Riperton debut album on GRT, originally puvlished in 1970. Her name came to prominence with the highly influential Chicago band Rotary Connection, forerunners of the rock & soul crossover. In addition to their own recordings, including their 1967 debut album Rotary Connection, the band is notable as the backing band for Muddy Waters on his 1968 psychedelic blues album Electric Mud. Standing on her own, Minnie cut a series of sublime albums moving in a more soulful way. Opening track ‘Les Fleur’ is a shiny cover of Ramsey Lewis – who is musical assistant and contributor here – classic number penned in 1968, literally a cornerstone for contemporary hip-hop and r&b being sampled by the likes of Jurassic 5 feat. Nelly Furtado, Damu the Fudgemunk, Dr. Octagon and Cut Chemist among others. Produced by Charles Stepney (already in with Rotary Connection and subsequently behind the desk with Earth Wind & Fire), the album benefits from is lushy orchestral arrangements, pushing the vocal duties of Minnie even forward (her five-octave vocal range, enabled her to sing in ‘whistle register’ nevertheless). The jazzy soft-pop feel overall will mark comparison with Stevie Wonder, Riperton’s future employer/mentor.

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L.J. Reynolds

Travelin'

Release: 1982 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I'm A Loner / All My Life

The Nu-Ron's

7" | 1971 | US | Reissue (Brewerytown Beats)

15,29 €* 16,99 € -10%

L.A. Will Make You Pay $$$

Release: 1971 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A close replica of the original 45rpm record released in 1971 - Recorded October 27th, 1970 at famed Philadelphia studio Sigma Sound - The songs were produced by Emanuel Campbell Jr. & Charles Bowen and have been lovingly mixed from the original 16 track multi's - Mixed how he "would have mixed Mfsb (the backing band) in 1970", by engineer Tom Moulton, then lovingly mastered by Peter Humphries of MasterWorks. This would have been the original team working on these tracks back in the 70's, both are legendary in the Philadelphia soul music scene.

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Burton Inc.

LP | 1976 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

35,14 €* 36,99 € -5%

Do It Again / She's A Junkie (Who's The Blame) Record Store Day 2022 Vinyl Edition

Release: 1976 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A follow-up of sorts to Messengers Incorporated’s Soulful Proclamation, LA Will Make You Pay $$$ by Burton Inc. featured core members Charles and Barbara Burton of both groups, and is a shining example of the modern soul and disco that pulsed through the Oklahoma underground. Moving away from the psych-infused heavy funk jams of Soulful Proclamation, these eight tracks gave Barbara Burton’s vocals the spotlight with heart-tugging soul ballads, sun-soaked horns and bass grooves. Originally released independently in 1976, P-vine is delighted to reissue the album on limited-edition vinyl with an iconic Japanese obi strip included.

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Deep Heat

7" | 1975 | UK | Reissue (Cu-Wu)

13,99 €*

Nico Gomez And His Afro Percussion Inc

Release: 1975 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We're all unabashed fans of Steely Dan so we take Steely Dan covers seriously. Mainly "why bother"? You can't improve on perfection right? However, when we heard Deep Heat's scintillating version of "Do It Again" we changed our minds. A totally brilliant funkier version of Steely Dan's first-ever hit which stands loud and proud in re-interpreting this classic song into something much more appropriate for today's more sophisticated dance-floors.

Originally released on the tiny Detroit label, Cu-Wu, original copies soon ran out. There is currently just one available in the entire world for $1000 and that'll be gone in a blink. The smart money says hold on for a mint reissue on the original label.

A great socially-conscious flip too, the uptempo funky "She's A Junky (Who's To Blame)". All in all, this is a killer double-sider and will also appeal to Steely Dan collectors and enthusiasts across the board. Expect strong demand. I mean who wouldn't want this within their collection? Absolute banger. Both sides!

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Ritual Red Vinyl Edition

LP | 1971 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

They Say I'm Different Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 1971 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Belgium, not the first place you'd think of when it comes to Latin or Afro funk. Yet one of the greatest records to blend both styles came from the small northern European country, masterminded by Nico Gomez and his Afro Percussion Inc.

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Betty Davis

LP | 1974 | US | Reissue (Light In The Attic)

34,99 €*

Is This Love Or Desire Silver Vinyl Edition

Release: 1974 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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One can hardly imagine the genre-busting, culture-crossing musical magic of Outkast, Prince, Erykah Badu, Rick James, The Roots, or even the early Red Hot Chili Peppers without the influence of R&B pioneer Betty Davis. Her style of raw and revelatory punk-funk defies any notions that women can’t be visionaries in the worlds of rock and pop. In recent years, rappers from Ice Cube to Talib Kweli to Ludacris have rhymed over her intensely strong but sensual music.

There is one testimonial about Betty Davis that is universal: she was a woman ahead of her time. In our contemporary moment, this may not be as self-evident as it was thirty years ago – we live in an age that’s been profoundly changed by flamboyant flaunting of female sexuality: from Parlet to Madonna, Lil Kim to Kelis. Yet, back in 1973 when Betty Davis first showed up in her silver go-go boots, dazzling smile and towering Afro, who could you possibly have compared her to? Marva Whitney had the voice but not the independence. Labelle wouldn’t get sexy with their “Lady Marmalade” for another year while Millie Jackson wasn’t Feelin’ Bitchy until 1977. Even Tina Turner, the most obvious predecessor to Betty’s fierce style wasn’t completely out of Ike’s shadow until later in the decade.

Ms. Davis’s unique story, still sadly mostly unknown, is unlike any other in popular music. Betty wrote the song “Uptown” for the Chambers Brothers before marrying Miles Davis in the late ’60s, influencing him with psychedelic rock, and introducing him to Ji mi Hendrix — personally inspiring the classic album Bitches Brew.

But her songwriting ability was way ahead of its time as well. Betty not only wrote every song she ever recorded and produced every album after her first, but the young woman penned the tunes that got The Commodores signed to Motown. The Detroit label soon came calling, pitching a Motown songwriting deal, which Betty turned down. Motown wanted to own everything. Heading to the UK, Marc Bolan of T. Rex urged the creative dynamo to start writing for herself. A common thread throughout Betty’s career would be her unbending Do-It-Yourself ethic, which made her quickly turn down anyone who didn’t fit with the vision. She would eventually say no to Eric Cla pton as her album producer, seeing him as too banal.

Her 1974 sophomore album They Say I’m Different features a worthy-of-framing futuristic cover challenging David Bowie’s science fiction funk with real rocking soul-fire, kicked off with the savagely sexual “Shoo-B-Doop and Cop Him” (later sampled by Ice Cube). Her follow up is full of classic cuts like “Don’t Call Her No Tramp” and the hilarious, hard, deep funk of “He Was A Big Freak.”

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Betty Davis

LP | 1976 | US | Reissue (Light In The Attic)

36,99 €*

LP | 1970 | EU | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

Release: 1976 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Betty Davis was a musical maverick with vision. Image, substance, sex, and grit combined with a badass band that could deliver the funk bed backbone to the sultry music between the sheets. After cutting two notorious discs for the Just Sunshine label (Betty Davis and They Say I’m Different), and Nasty Gal for Island Records, Davis went to work on her most personal and expressive record yet. After capturing 10 hard-hitting tracks in 1976 at the remote Studio In The Country (Louisiana), a creative difference with her then label caused the platter to be unexpectedly shelved. Davis would cut one final album and soon retreat from the music business, completely disappearing from the public eye.

Is It Love Or Desire is a little-known gem in the Davis catalog. Mastered from the original tapes, and untouched for over 30 years, this release features detailed liner notes, the originally intended artwork housed in a lavishly packaged digipak, rare photos, archival material, and recent interviews with Davis and her skin-tight band Funk House.

Never bootlegged, never released, never heard until now, the secret story of this lost album will finally enter the history books and cement this bold soul sisters contributions to music and popular culture. Its time to get down…

Long live Betty Davis!

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Jackson 5

ABC

Release: 1970 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Hugh Brodie And The Real Thing

LP | 1975 | US | Reissue (Kheba)

Release: 1975 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1983 | EU | Reissue (Mad About)

Popcorn

Prime Choice

Carole King In Concert - Live At The Bbc 1971 Black Friday Record Store Day 2021 Edition

Release: 1983 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Rare Modern Soul/Funk private press LP from Miami! Almost impossible to find an original copy of this 1983 Modern Funk Soul Boogie masterpiece.

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Carole King

LP | 1971 | EU | Reissue (Columbia)

LP | 1978 | EU | Reissue (P-Vine)

Release: 1971 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 6550 copies worldwide. Recorded Live for the BBC In Concert Series in 1971, and produced by Series producer Stanley Dorfman, Carole King performs hits from the seminal album Tapestry. Backed by members of Jo Mama (who were featured on the album), including her longtime friend and collaborator Danny “Kootch” Kortchmar on guitar. The setlist includes her songs “I Feel the Earth Move”, “(You Make Me Feel) Like A Natural Woman”, “So Far Away” (ft. James Taylor), “It's Too Late”, “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” and “Up on the Roof.” Never before released on vinyl.

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Al Johnson

Peaceful

31,99 €*

Stage Two Clear Vinyl Edition

Release: 1978 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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American R&B and soul singer and producer Al Johnson debuted as lead singer of The Unifics in the mid 60's and enjoyed a successful career as songwriter and producer after leaving the group. He is also well known as a producer of Terry Huff's classic album The Lonely One.

His first album Peaceful was released from a minor label called Marina Records in 1978 and was produced by Lloyd Price who is the singer that had some R&B hit songs in the 50's. In addition, thanks to the skillful supporting musicians such as Bernard Purdie on drums, Leo Nocentelli from The Meters on guitar, the album is an aural delight with soulful gems from start-to-finish.

Although it's less known than his 2nd full length Back For More which was produced by Norman Connors, P-vine believes this album will strike a chord with R&B lovers. Includes Japanese OBI-strip!

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Pat Thomas

LP | 1976 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

7" | 1981 | EU | Reissue (Paint A Picture)

Release: 1976 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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North American version on CLEAR vinyl
Limited 180g Vinyl Edition (500 copies) with obi strip
Rare Ghanese Highlife-Soul album from 1976
Featuring the Marijata band backing up Pat Thomas
First ever vinyl reissue
First ever release outside of the African continent

The legendary Ghanaian singer-producer Pat Thomas needs little introduction, he is a globally recognized vocalist and songwriter, famed for both his solo works and that with the highlife bands The Blue Monks, Broadway-Stargazers Dance Band, The Satellites, The Sweet Beans, Marijata, The Kwashibu Area Band and The Uhuru Dance Band. Between 1974 and 2019, he issued more than two dozen recordings offering a unique take on highlife, funk, reggae, soul and Afro-beat/pop. Pat Thomas’ work was sampled many times and continues to be featured on compilations by renowned reissue-labels across the globe.
Born in 1946 in Agona (in the Ashanti region) as Kwabena Nyamekye Amoo-Mensah, Pat Thomas almost literally had music in his DNA: his father was a music theory teacher and his mother worked as a bandleader. His uncle was none other than legendary Ghanaian guitarist King Onyina, who was not only renowned for his own recordings, but for his performing work with Nat King Cole, Miriam Makeba, Ray Charles and Ella Fitzgerald. Thomas went to live with his uncle where he learned musical notation, began to study guitar and play drums. He became a notable composer, and as a teenager, quickly established a reputation in the local club scene as a singer.
In the early Seventies, he moved to Accra to join Ebo Taylor’s legendary highlife band The Blue Monks (their residency at the Tip Toe Nite Club is an important part of Ghanaian musical history). Pat Thomas left Taylor’s band (though their friendship and their musical association continued) and moved to the Ivory Coast in 1973, where he formed The Satellites. The band was short-lived but they did record a few singles. In 1974, he formed The Sweet Beans (which also featured Ebo Taylor in some of its incarnations) and started to cut several albums for the Ghanaian label Gapophone Records between 1974 and 1980. Soon, his singles started to become major radio-DJ favorites.
1976 turned into Pat Thomas’ busiest year…this was the year that he released his most-famed works: the “Stay There”, “Pat Thomas Introduces Marijata” and “Stage Two” albums! Marijata was a notable funky Ghanaian group (who had their own unique identity) that started to back Thomas’ on several of his classic albums.
In 1978, he was voted “Mr. Golden Voice of Africa” and in the first half of the Eighties he started issuing his well-known ‘Action’ album series…here his musical vision got broader and Thomas started to include Afro-Latin sounds & funky African disco parallel to his already signature Afrobeat-Afropop sound. It was also during this period that he moved to London to record several of his own albums and collaborations with other artists. Pat Thomas was restless…he moved and played all over Europe for the next years, recording for a series of labels. In 1990 he moved to Canada where he began teaching in addition to playing and recording (his 1991 album “Sika Ye Mogya” on Fire Records won the Album of the Year award in Ghana).
Pat Thomas remains active as a performer and recording artist in the 21st century and currently resides in Ghana, where he resumed his teaching career and plays across the African continent, making occasional forays to Europe.
The album we are presenting you today (Stage Two from 1976) comes swinging right out the gate with a set of nine monster tunes, heavy drum-breaks, reggae infused afro-beats, funky bass lines, Wah-wah-psyche guitars and lyrics that straddle between a sense of melancholy and frantic urgency. This is a quintessential Pat Thomas (backed by the Marijata band) record that every serious collector or fan needs to have in his collection.
Originally released in 1976 on Gapophone Records Ghana, Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the first official reissue of this rare album (original copies tend to go for LARGE amounts on the secondary market…that is if you’re lucky enough to come across one). This is also the FIRST time Stage Two is being released outside of the African continent. This North American vinyl version is limited to 500 copies on 180g Clear Vinyl and also comes with an obi strip.

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Reflex

Funny Situation

13,99 €*

LP | 1981 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

Release: 1981 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Paint A Picture are incredibly pleased to announce news of their first release: a fully remastered, licensed reissue of rediscovered British 7” Funny Situation recorded by Reflex - a band put together by drummer David Humphrey (Public Image Ltd., Sparks, Mike Oldfield) and privately released on his Star Records back in 1981. With the original record now changing hands for in excess of £200 and just in time for a 40th anniversary release the reissue - remastered and cut by Frank Merritt at The Carvery - will include updated original artwork whilst also containing an insert providing further details and context on the release. Recorded a few months after seminal Britfunk tune "Southern Freeez" at the very same Vine Yard Studios and with the same engineer Simon Sullivan - the release unfortunately suffered from a lack of marketing and proper distribution but almost forty years later the record is now receiving the attention it deserves and with a price tag to match. The A side presents a beautiful mesh of funk and soul styles with influence from other Britfunk bands of the time but with a more overt jazz and rock feel fusing a tight rhythm section with smooth vocals and climaxing in a guitar and saxophone duel. The instrumental Version Two provides a fresh approach with the addition of dub FX and Indian percussion with the use of a tabla added to the mix.

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Fay

This Is A Blessing

31,99 €*

LP | 1970 | Reissue (Be With)

Release: 1981 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Fay Hill has been based in LA since the 1980s and is best known for her 2nd album "Island In My Mind" which was released in 1987 with a rich selection professional musicians and engineers from LA. This, her debut album "This Is A Blessing", released six years earlier in 1981, is by comparison a much more raw and spontaneous affair which in turn spotlights her powerful gospel vocals, and the bustling funk and soul scene of LA in the early 80s.

"I Don't Know You" (m5) is an album highlight produced by Michael ORR who will be familiar to Rare Groove followers along with its wonderful cutting guitar line. "I Know Who You Should See" (m2) and "Any Load You Can Handle" (m7) were also released as single-cut 7 inches at the time and are still in high demand.It's an album truly full of killer tunes, and finally seeing its first reissue in the world!

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Willie Hutch

Season For Love

Here Come The Girls / Back Street Lover Record Store Day 2021 Edition

Release: 1970 / Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A monumental force firmly rooted in the soul canon, Willie Hutch is most notable for recording two of the best Blaxploitation soundtracks, The Mack and Foxy Brown. Yet his legacy is much greater. Outside of Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson, Hutch was arguably Motown's top male solo artist of the 70s. Prior to his association with Gordy et al, Hutch crafted his opening statements for RCA, two vital LPs that Be With Records is honoured to present today. Often-overlooked, his second album Season For Love (1970) is a must for all deep soul fans and has been sought-after by collectors of different stripes for decades. Whereas his debut featured thundering, gritty numbers, Hutch treats us to a mellower soul here - sumptuous, warm and string-led. He compared his approach to that of Otis Redding and there are definite parallels; from the raspy, rough-hewn vocals that tend to roam between sweet and deeply impassioned to the horn-heavy, emphatic sonic backdrops.

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Ernie K. Doe

7" | 1970 | EU | Reissue (Janus)

11,99 €*

Stand In For Love / Love's Needed Record Store Day 2021 Edition

Release: 1970 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Record Store Day 2021 Release. Most people will remember the Boots advert from 2007 which used Ernie K. Doe's infectious funky 'Here Come The Girls' and caused a surge of new interest in this killer 1970 New Orleans vintage groover. The Sugababes then nicked it and managed a Top 3 hit. However, accept no substiture for the original! An essential Allen Toussaint song and production which should be in everyone's 7Inch box as a staple. Instant flloor-filler anywhere and everywhere.

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Pandella Kelly

7" | 1971 | EU | Reissue (Horoscope)

We've Only Just Begun / I'll Do Anything For You Record Store Day 2021 Edition

Release: 1971 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Record Store Day 2021 Release. Quite simply, this is one of the rarest records in the world right now. Literally less than a handful of copies and we're talking multi-thousand megabucks to anyone that can prise this out of any long-term collectors box. Good luck with that. Produced by the O'Jay's, written by Eddie Levert and released on the tiny Horoscope label, this is a Soulful work of art which completely justifies it's price. Now available on the original label for everyone to have a chance at owning this masterpiece. A 50th year anniversary release for RSD.

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Lee McDonald

7" | 1981 | EU | Reissue (Selector Series)

LP | 1981 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

Release: 1981 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Record Store Day 2021 Release. 40 year anniversary release of this in demand modern soul masterpiece. For their third vinyl outing, Selector Series dig into the Archives of New Jersey’s Debbie Records from 1981 to re-issue this storming boogie re interpretation of The Carpenters standard, which found itself a legion of fans in the UK thanks to Gary Dennis’s championing of it. In a pre Discogs era, this record attracted a £400 price tag amongst serious collectors back in the late eighties, with the original pressings still going for £500+ even now. The album has been re issued by several different labels over the ensuing years, but this double header is being made available for Record Store Day on a seven inch format for the first time officially, featuring the original album sleeve artwork.

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Sylvia Striplin

Give Me Your Love

38,99 €*

Novaphonia Clear Vinyl Edition

Release: 1981 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sylvia Striplin is NY based jazz, soul, and R&B singer who is also well known as a member of Ladies of the Eighties which is led byRoy Ayers. This is her only solo album which was released from Roy's label "Uno Melodic" in 1981 and P-vine are so proud of releasing this finest rare groove as limited 180g heavyweight double LPs with OBI-strip! all tracks have been newly remastered.

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Antonio L. Newton

LP | 1987 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

35,99 €* 39,99 € -10%

7" | 1976 | UK | Reissue (Sonic Wax)

Release: 1987 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 200 copies.
Antonio L. Newton AKA Tony Newton (born 1948) is a multi-instrumentalist from Detroit, MI who began his professional career at the age of thirteen, playing bass guitar with blues legends like John Lee Hooker and T-Bone Walker. Discovered by Motown executive Hank Cosby while playing the Detroit blues circuit at the age of 18, he became the touring bassist with Smokey Robinson and the Miracles on the famed 1965 European ‘Motown Review’ tour. Within two years, Newton became the Miracles’ musical director.

Tony Newton also toured and recorded with other Motown artists such as The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5…and countless others. Earning the nickname “the Baby Funk Brother” he left his trademark of solid, hard-driving and deftly clever grooves on such timeless hits as “Where Did Our Love Go,” “Baby Love,” “Stop In The Name Of Love,” “Nowhere to Run,” “ABC,” “Never Can Say Goodbye,” “Don’t Leave Me This Way,” and many others. Next to his impressive body of work for Motown, Newton can be heard on several hit singles from labels like Invictus-Hotwax and Stax. Later, Newton gained recognition as a member of both the acclaimed jazz-rock fusion group: The New Tony Williams Lifetime (headed by Miles Davis’ drummer Tony Williams) and the British hard rock group: G-Force (with veteran guitarist Gary Moore).

Tony Newton also recorded several solo albums during his impressive career, including the two total classics: ‘Mysticism & Romance’ (1978) and ‘Novaphonia’ (1987).

On the album, we are presenting you today (Novaphonia from 1987) the listener is treated to something Unique (and this is not an overstatement). Newton really puts the ‘multi’ into multi-instrumentalist, playing the synthesizers, the electric bass and the drum machine. Experimental is the keyword here, sounds vary from psych/trance (almost like a soundtrack from a space movie), to funk, fusion, rock, R&B, soul and jazz. Novaphonia has both elements of Tony Newton’s impressive musical past and his vision for the future.

Spacious synths, unusual instruments and an all-around cosmic approach make this an ‘out of this world’ and Very intriguing album. Resonant, sonically rich, sonorous, colorful, mind-expanding sounds are what one should expect from the 20th century Novaphonic sound developed to its greatest extent. These harmonies are innately pleasing to the human ear, mind and nervous system.

Explore new musical frontiers intended to catapult the listener towards new dimensions…this is an album that just begs for a special place in your record collection!

Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the first-ever vinyl reissue of ‘Novaphonia’ since its release in 1987. This rare & private pressed album (original copies tend to go for large amounts on the secondary market) is now finally back available as a limited 180g vinyl edition (500 copies) complete with the original artwork.

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Mixed Feelings

Sha La La

LP | 1974 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Release: 1976 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Every home should own a copy of a record This good, it’s hot buttered crossover soul at it’s very best.

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Tom Brock

I Love You More And More

22,99 €*

Release: 1974 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 1975 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Magalhaes / Os Panteras

Xango / Lambada Pauleira

11,99 €*

Release: 1975 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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OST That's The Way Of The World

LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

29,99 €*

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1985 | EU | Reissue (Favorite)

George Sauma Jr.

21,99 €*

Release: 1985 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Favorite Recordings proudly presents an exclusive eponymous LP by Brazilian singer and composer George Sauma Jr., originally produced in 1985. Imagine a never-marketed release on which you’d hear not only the beautiful and genuine George’s songs but also the work from two figures of the Brazilian Music Golden Age: Arthur Verocai and Junior Mendes! A much-needed album for all Brazilian connoisseurs. Back in the days, George Sauma Jr. was a young artist from Rio de Janeiro, learning on his side how to play chords and compose songs since he was 10. Still at the university, he’s influenced by Brazilian artists like Cassiano or Tim Maia, deeply fascinated by the arrangements and the “levada” (the groove) of all these new Brazilian songs. Simple and romantic music that resonated to his soul and creativity. Around 1985, the story took an unexpected turn. George tells: “Dna Deyse Lucidy, the mother of Junior Mendes was a candidate for deputy and went to my father’s company to advertise. When I saw her, I shouted, “I’m a big fan of your son!” ” Of course, she could not praise more the work of her son. On her advises, George went to his studio on Rua Siqueria Campos at Copacabana. Junior loved the project and sent him to Arthur Verocai to improve the arrangements. Without money, the decision was taken to record everything at Junior Mendes’ studio on an 8-channel mixer. It was a small set-up but the emotions were there! George surely had other plans for some of his songs but without the budget, they ended up doing everything the best they could. And they did very fine with a top-notch team of musicians: Paulo Black on Drums, Arthur Verocai on Guitar, Ricardo Do Canto on Bass and Helvius Vilela on Keyboards. Leaving the studio with the tapes, George tried to knock doors of international labels, but none did even dare to give him an answer. With less than 1000 copies pressed back in the days and without any distributor or label behind him, he went with proud to record stores, but received nothing than a strong reality check regarding the difficulties for a young Brazilian artist to achieve something on the saturated market of the 80s. Even for free, record stores didn’t want it. In the end, he ended up giving copies to friends and families, knowing deep inside that the songs were good! George tells: “I decided to leave, calm and conscious. I’ve still made three more albums, however on tapes, as it was more affordable. This time, just for my pleasure…”. Thirty-five years after, it’s with great emotion that this first album by George Sauma Jr. is now made available as Vinyl LP with its original offset printed innersleeve & CD.

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LP | 1981 | US | Reissue (Sony Legacy)

Greatest Hits

Release: 1981 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1971 | EU | Reissue (Be With)

Sola

23,74 €* 24,99 € -5%

LP | 1983 | EU | Reissue (Music Take Me Up)

Release: 1971 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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It’s hard not to notice such an unforgettable sleeve, and if the music it protects is half as memorable as the artwork, you know you just have to hear it. We don’t think you’ll be disappointed because yes, this is the majestic 1971 album Un Muñeco De Madera, courtesy of the shadowy Sola, and it sounds exactly as you’d want it to. Originally released on RCA in Mexico, it’s kaleidoscopic Acapulcan-funk. The album’s endless grooves are propelled by softly rocking, quasi-library funk breaks. Vocally, Sola is in step with the 60s French pop-chanteuse style, but of course her lyrics are delivered in sensuous Spanish. Her voice is beautiful. Pillowy soft and tender, it can suddenly explode in mystical anger. These are ten tracks of moody, mysterious vibes that stir the spirit and sooth the soul. The LP was written, arranged and directed by prolific Spanish composer Manuel Alejandro, the man behind an incredible number of now classic Latin love songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s. As for Sola herself, next to nothing is known about the Mexican singer except the occasional whisper heard in only the darkest corners of the annals of music history. It’s said that upon growing disillusioned with the music industry she ended up in a convent of Carmelite Sisters. Fitting perhaps, given that Un Muñeco De Madera is a spiritual wonder of a record. Much-loved single and title-track “Un Muñeco De Madera” opens the album. It introduces us to Sola’s sparkling Latin-funk, bursting with swaggering grooves sewn by tight drums, sweeping strings and lush keys.

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Joy

The Time Is Right

29,99 €*

Free Your Mind And Your Ass Will Follow Blue Vinyl Edition

Release: 1983 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Gathered for the first time and including what can safely be called a holy grail of Gospel music is the very best of Joy, compiled from their albums “I Feel The Spirit” and “The Time Is Right”. Consisting of members of the St. Stephen's Church of God in Christ in San Diego, Joy was a performing Gospel band spreading the word of God throughout the local community and opening for renowned Gospel artists such as Danniebelle Hall, Jessy Dixon and Sandra Crouch. Led by producer/musician Matt Anderson, the two albums were recorded in ’78 and ’83 and feature an impressive array of very talented contributing artists such as bass player Michael-Kae and multi-instrumentalist Clarence Bell, also known for his work with Stevie Wonder and Patrice Rushen. Restored and remastered from the original master tapes, the compilation is available on a high quality vinyl pressing and includes the masterpiece “The Time Is Right” among a collection of lesser known but equally powerful and timeless pieces of music.

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Funkadelic

LP | 1970 | UK | Reissue (Westbound)

23,99 €*

Release: 1970 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Also from 1970 is Funkadelic’s second LP.

In a thick card gatefold sleeve with 180g blue vinyl pressing

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LP | 1981 | EU | Reissue (Sony)

Greatest Hits

Release: 1981 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Barbara Carr & Roy Roberts / Eddie Floyd:

It's Only You / Guess It Wasn't Meant To Be

7" | 1978 | UK | Reissue (Izipho Soul)

LP | 1974 | EU | Reissue (Be With)

Release: 1978 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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In 1978, Roy Roberts produced and wrote a song for soul music legend Eddie Floyd; this melancholy storyliner has languished in the vaults for over forty years. Izipho Soul are thrilled to release on a 45 and continue our Rock House Records/Westwood Music Group licensed collaboration. Featuring on the A Side, Southern soul legends Barbara Carr and Roy Roberts duet on the supreme mid-pacer ‘It’s Only You’. 250 collectors’ copies pressed for the Real Soul Heads!

Please note ‘Guess It Wasn’t Meant To Be’ has been restored from the original tape to its best possible quality - unrepairable damage is evident in the final parts.

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J.R. Bailey

Just Me 'N' You

LP | 1971 | UK | Reissue (Speakers Corner)

Release: 1974 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A dramatic, string-drenched epic, James Ralph Bailey’s Just Me ’N’ You has been a sought-after soul masterpiece for decades. A lush suite of beautiful songs, it was conceived as a concept album; a sophisticated paean to love. Originally released by MAM Records in 1974, Just Me ’N’ You is a breathtaking jazzy soul album. It’s similar in style to Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On - particularly the performances, orchestrations and chord progressions - but dealing with a different universal subject matter. If What’s Going On was about romance instead of politics, it would sound like this.

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Dr. John

Sun, Moon & Herbs

12" | 1988 | US | Reissue (Nature Sounds)

Release: 1971 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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"The Sun, Moon & Herbs" - Dr. John (voc, p, org, vib, perc); Tommy Ferrone, Eric Clapton (g); Bobby Keys (sax); Ed Hoerner, Jim Price (tp); Ken Terroade (fl); Walter Davis (p); Ronnie Barron (org); Jesse Boyce (b); John Boudreaux (dr); The Memphis Horns & backing vocals; a.o.
"The Sun, Moon & Herbs" was originally conceived as a triple album, but it was fragmented, stripped down and put together again to form the present single-disc LP. And although Dr. John never liked this version much, it is proof of the theory 'less is more'. None of the seven tracks are suitable for broadcasting on the radio and the spells that Dr. John and his companions weave are dark and swampy. "Black John The Conqueror" has its origins in ancient Cajun folklore, which the good Dr. modernised and gave a beat. The swampy "Craney Crow" is the younger sibling of his earlier "Walk On Guilded Splinters" and has a similar effect on the listener. "Pots On Fiyo (Filé Gumbo)" combines Latin-American rhythms with a wealth of Cajun chants and spells. The vocals are almost unfathomable and serve rather more as an additional musical instrument in the mix. "Zu Zu Zu Mamou" is so tightly knitted that one can almost cut through the music with a knife; the mood here takes on a quite different meaning. "The Sun, Moon & Herbs" is best heard on a hot sultry night where thunder rolls in the distance like jungle drums. Dr. John certainly had something specific in mind, but it is up to the listener to find out just what it was.

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Enlightment

Agape Love

LP | 1970 | US | Reissue (Craft)

Release: 1988 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Founded by ordained bishop Larry H. Jordan and his brother-in-law Frank Tinsley in the early 1980s, Enlightment was among the first groups to fuse modern R&B production with gospel themes. After providing the group’s ultra-rare debut album Faith Is The Key with a proper release, Nature Sounds is now making another lost classic from Enlightment available to the world. “Agape Love” was a 1988 promo-only 12” single pressed in anticipation of a second Enlightment album, which unfortunately never came to fruition. Previously only available in extremely limited promotional quantities, “Agape Love” has been re-pressed off the original vinyl parts and will now be hitting record shelves worldwide. “This is well-deserved reissue,” says famed DJ and record collector Kon, who calls the record “a lost gem that slipped through the cracks of obscurity.”

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Booker T & The MG's

Melting Pot

35,99 €*

Release: 1970 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1978 | EU | Reissue (Wewantsounds)

Fairuz

Wahdon

Release: 1978 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1970 | EU | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Celia

22,99 €*

Let Me Sing My Song To You

Release: 1970 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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MRBLP188 Beautiful debut album from the incredible, Célia. Conducted & arranged by Arthur Verocai and Rogério Duprat; featuring songs by Lo Borges, Antonio Adolfo and Joyce amongst others. Célia recorded four self-titled albums for Continental between 1971 and 1977, ‘Amor’ in 1982 plus several more before she sadly passed away late in 2017, aged 70. This is her debut album from 1970. Célia was a Brazilian vocalist who worked frequently with master arranger-composer Arthur Verocai in her early years and many other heavyweights over the course of her extensive career. Joyce was particularly supportive in the making of this album, writing the beautiful “Abrace Paul McCartney” and her husband at the time, Nelson Ângelo, recorded some of the songs.
Features an exclusive insert of a translated interview with Celia, completed in 2011 in her hometown of São Paulo. Focusing, in particular on her recording work with Arthur Verocai, it showcases her wonderful sense of humour and how she was embracing her new legion of fans, particularly in the world of hip hop. Official Mr Bongo reissue. Licensed from Warner Music.

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Larry Jon Wilson

LP | 1976 | EU | Reissue (Be With)

Alan Parker & Madeline Bell

Release: 1976 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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He can break your heart with a voice like a cannonball.” - Kris Kristofferson. Larry Jon Wilson came to the party late. When he arrived in Nashville, country soul pioneer Tony Joe White had already made six albums. Townes Van Zandt had made seven, Mickey Newbury eight. Kristofferson, the accepted High Priest of the New Nashville, had made five. Larry Jon, by the time he arrived, had spent ten years in corporate America. He did not start playing guitar until the age of 30, but five years later he released his debut, New Beginnings (1975) and followed it just a year later with Let Me Sing My Song To You, both on Monument Records. A revelation among the hipsters and critics of Nashville, the LPs ensured Larry Jon was immediately embraced as part of the mid-70s “outlaw country movement” that eschewed slick production in favour of a raw, gritty approach.

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The Voice Of Soul

LP | 1976 | UK | Reissue (Be With)

LP | 1978 | US | Reissue (8th)

Release: 1976 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Veteran library musician Alan Parker recorded with session vocalist Madeline Bell for his Themes International Music label and the result was 1976’s The Voice of Soul.

The sensational uptempo dancer “That’s What Friends Are For” is probably the most well known track on the record, and is a big hit on the rare groove scene, but it is by no means an anomaly. The Voice of Soul is essentially a perfect, sophisticated soul album with heaps of swagger and sass from beginning to end. Its once generic-sounding title is now deservedly definitive.

And the whole LP oozes sex. It oozes sex so much that it could have soundtracked a period porn film. Indeed, parts of it did. “Love Is All” and “You’ve Got What It Takes” both featured on the infamously banned Pretty Peaches from the same year.

As is usual with library records, The Voice of Soul was hard to get even when it was first released. It’s next to impossible now. So here’s your opportunity to own what is in our opinion one of the finest rare soul LPs of the late 70s, and a superb example of Madeline Bell’s superlative vocal talents.

But that’s not the whole story. As well as pitching the record as “a varied selection of modern female vocal features which are equally suitable for background or radio programme usage”, the original release notes go on to explain that “the corresponding backing tracks are issued on TIM 1022 The Sound of Soul. Therefore it is possible to edit from vocal to instrumental version and vica versa where commentary or scene changes occur.”

So yes, all of the backing tracks from The Voice of Soul were released as The Sound of Soul, and we couldn’t re-issue one without re-issuing the other.

As with all ten re-issues, the audio for The Voice of Soul comes from the original analogue tapes and has been remastered for vinyl by Be With regular Simon Francis. We’ve taken the same care with the sleeves, handing the reproduction duties over to Richard Robinson, the current custodian of KPM’s brand identity.

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Blowfly

Blowfly's Zodiac Party

30,99 €*

LP | 1981 | EU | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Release: 1978 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Nobody could have suspected the path that Clarence Henry Reid
would take during the 1960s. During this time he worked as a
singer/songwriter and producer for the likes of KC & The
Sunshine Band, Bobby Byrd, Gwen McCrae, and various others.
He would also release his own compositions, including the deep
soul classic "Nobody But You Babe", which would become a sampling
favorite of KRS-One, Erykah Badu, DMX, and more. Though
Reid maintained a reputation as a consummate professional
among the romantic soul crowd, outside of his day-job he turned
a complete 180, writing and performing humorous, deliberately
raunchy and sexually-explicit parodies of songs. These parodies
would be relegated strictly to friends at parties, and wouldn't see
a wide audience until the 1970s hit.
In 1971 Reid would gather a collection of studio musicians,
including famed R&B sidemen Timmy Thomas & Benny Latimore
on keys, and Little Beaver on guitar, to finally commit these
parodies to wax. In order to protect his identity as a songwriter
Reid took on the stage name Blowfly, and dressed as a comic
book super villain for live performances and photos. From there
he would release numerous studio albums of similarly crude
parodies throughout the 70s and 80s, which were enormously
popular as party records. These records would also go on to
become a wealth of sampling fodder for artists like Jurassic 5, The
Pharcyde, DJ Shadow, Eazy-E, and many more, as well as lead
Reid to collaborate with artists as varied as soul contemporary
King Coleman, to former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra, to
ganja-centric rapper Afroman.
1978 saw the release of Blowfly's Zodiac Party, a loosely defined
concept album which framed Reid's explicit renditions around the
theme of the Greek Zodiac symbols. Reid had already covered
this topic earlier on the similarly titled Blowfly Zodiac, but Zodiac
Party differentiates itself from its lack of parodies, instead placing
Reid in the center of a raucous shindig with his backing band,
schmoozing effortlessly with excited partygoers, curious to know
their signs. It's a singularly surreal entry in the parodist's catalog,
but a no less entertaining 70s party record.

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Atmosfear

En Trance

22,99 €*

LP | 1974 | UK | Reissue (Acid Jazz)

Release: 1981 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Official reissue of the only full-length LP from Brit-funk masters, Atmosfear. Love for Atmosfear was born out of the underground UK dance scene of the early 1980s; from nightclubs, pirate radio shows and soul weekenders. A localised scene that went on to have a global influence. The band’s most notable track ‘Dancing in Outer Space’ – included here on the CD version as a bonus – is a certified classic. It was a chart hit in the UK and was also championed Stateside in clubs such as the mythic ‘Paradise Garage’ and 'The Loft' by the likes of Larry Levan and David Mancuso. An instantly recognisable anthem that is just as fresh today as it was when it was first released. Originally released in 1981 via Elite / MCA records, ‘En Trance’ is a joyous album that arguably represents the pinnacle of the Brit-funk sound. The band consisted of bassist, and keyboardist Lester J. Batchelor, drummer Ray Johnson, guitarist Andy Sojka, saxophonist Stewart Cawthorne, singer and guitarist Tony Antonio and producer Jerry Pike. The album captures the excitement of these
exceptional players demonstrating utmost originality in the studio. More Atmosfear and Elite Records reissues are available/coming soon on Mr Bongo, including ‘Xtra Special’ and ‘Dancing In Outer Space’ on 12”.
Official Mr Bongo reissue. Licensed from Chemical Discs.
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Leroy Hutson

Closer To The Source

34,99 €*

Release: 1974 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1978 | UK | Reissue (Soul Brother)

Eddie Russ

Take A Look At Yourself

20,99 €*

Release: 1978 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1974 | US | Reissue (UA)

Bobby Womack

Lookin' for a love again

LP | 1974 | US | Reissue (Gang)

Release: 1974 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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10 tracks ... sampled by EPMD

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Kaygees

Keep On Bumpin

Release: 1974 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1976 | UK | Reissue (Rhino)

George Benson

Breezin'

Release: 1976 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1981 | US | Reissue (Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab)

Greatest Hits

52,99 €*

Free Your Mind And Your Ass Will Follow

Release: 1981 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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180 Gram Audiophile Vinyl, limited/numbered

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Funkadelic

LP | 1970 | EU | Reissue (Westbound)

21,99 €*

LP | 1971 | US | Reissue (Gordy)

Release: 1970 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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- "Eulogy and Light" sampled by Above the Law for "Black Triangle"

- "Free Your Mind" sampled by JCD and the Dawg lb for "Bon Appetit",
Kris Kross for "Freak da Funk" and
X-Clan for "Earth Bound" & "Shaft's Big Score"

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Undisputed Truth

The Undisputed truth

Face to face with the truth

Release: 1971 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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sampled by Inspectah Deck ... produced by Norman Whitfield

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Undisputed Truth

LP | 1971 | US | Reissue (Gordy)

Release: 1971 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1978 | US | Reissue (Malaco)

Freedom

Farther than imagination

Release: 1978 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1970 | UK | Reissue (Kent)

Preston Love

Omaha Bar-B-Q

23,99 €*

Release: 1970 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Speakers Corner)

Aretha Franklin

Live At Fillmore West

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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That's The Way Of The World

LP | 1975 | EU | Reissue (Speakers Corner)

Release: 1975 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1977 | EU | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

Menagerie

Release: 1977 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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2LP | 1987 | US | Reissue (Awesome Tapes From Africa)

Dur-Dur Band

Volume 5

23,99 €*

LP | 1977 | UK | Reissue (Wrasse)

Release: 1987 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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4th strike on Awesome Tapes From Africa, another stunner! The classic Somali band's 1987 recording captures some of the incredible sounds happening in Mogadishu during that era.

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Fela Kuti

Sorrow, Tears & Blood

Release: 1977 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1975 | US | Reissue (United Artists)

Mandrill

Solid

Release: 1975 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1971 | US | Reissue (Checker)

Violinaires

Groovin' With Jesus

LP | 1974 | US | Reissue (20th Century)

Release: 1971 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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180 Gram vinyl!

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Barry White

Can't Get Enough

LP | 1974 | US | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

Release: 1974 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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sampled by Kool G Rap, 50 Cent, Raekwon

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Herbie Hancock

Thrust

LP | 1981 | US | Reissue (Polydor)

Release: 1974 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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180g audiophile pressing

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Roy Ayers

Center Of The World

Release: 1981 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Boogie Wonderland / September

12" | 1978 | US (Columbia)

LP | 1971 | US | Reissue (Prestige)

Release: 1978 / US

Genre: Organic Grooves

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/ september

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Leon Spencer Jr.

Sneak preview!

21,99 €*

Gloster Williams And The King James Version

Release: 1971 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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with Melvin Sparks, Idris Muhammad, Grover Washington Jr., ...

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Together Clear Green Vinyl Edition

LP | 1977 | EU | Reissue (Regrooved)

Release: 1977 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Experience the divine power of gospel music with the reissue of the legendary album Together by Gloster Williams and The King James Version. Originally released in 1977 on Gospel Roots Records, this seminal work is now re-released for the first time on vinyl, courtesy of Regrooved Records. Together captures a moment in gospel music that is both timeless and transcendent. Led by the dynamic Gloster Williams, The King James Version choir brings an electrifying blend of traditional gospel with hints of soul and R&B, creating a sound that uplifts and inspires. This album is famed for its stirring harmonies, powerful lyrics, and the passionate delivery that fans and newcomers alike will find deeply moving. Highlights of the album include the soaring title track, "Together," which has been a staple in gospel music playlists for decades, celebrated for its message of unity and spiritual upliftment. Each song on the album is crafted with care, featuring intricate arrangements and a raw emotional energy that captures the essence of gospel music's golden era. This reissue is a meticulously remastered version that enhances the original recordings while preserving the authentic sound that made Together a must-have for gospel collectors and enthusiasts. It's pressed on high-quality vinyl to deliver the best listening experience, ensuring that the richness of the choir’s vocals and the depth of the instrumentation are beautifully rendered. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of gospel history. The reissue of Gloster Williams and The King James Version’s Together is a testament to the enduring power of gospel music to console, celebrate, and connect us. Add this vital record to your collection and let its messages of faith and fellowship fill your home with joy and inspiration.

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All 'N All Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 1977 | EU | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

29,99 €*