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V.A. - This Is Mod 1960-1968
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This Is Mod 1960-1968
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Genre: Organic Grooves
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“This Is Mod” is part of a new series aimed at vinyl buyers who wants a genre specific compilation to excite their ears. Two sides of fantastic music, at an affordable price, cherry picked from Ace and its associated catalogues.
V.A. - This Is Retro Soul 1969-1979
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This Is Retro Soul 1969-1979
LP | 2024 | UK | Original (BGP)
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Retro soul is a sound that you know when you hear it, recorded at a point where soul music reached its zenith. It’s where the pioneers of the 60s had matured to a point that they could use the experiences of the past decade to create an incredible fusion that mixed R&B, gospel, funk and jazz and adorned it with expansive, sophisticated arrangements that allowed listeners to wallow in its depth and dance to its beat. Today this music soundtracks films and adverts, is mined for beats by clever producers and still sounds amazing when played in bars and clubs. This is music that urges you to get up on your feet.

The 12 tracks on “This Is Retro Soul” are an entry point into this mythical world conjuring up images of flared trousers, Halston dresses, Cadillacs with a “diamond in the back” and hair the size of space helmets. But the music conforms to no simple clichés, whether it was created by international superstars such as Isaac Hayes and Millie Jackson, cult heroes George Jackson and Darrow Fletcher or obscure one-off groups such as the Brilliant Korners.

This music is high class and always original.
V.A. - This Is Street Funk 1968-1974
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This Is Street Funk 1968-1974
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V.A. - This Is The Breaks
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This Is The Breaks
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“This Is The Breaks” is a 12-track look at the history of the break − and they’re all great jazz, funk and soul records. We have not only included tracks that were sampled back in the first golden age of sampling, but also tracks that have been utilised by some of today’s biggest names.

The curtains open with Millie Jackson’s version of ‘If Loving You Is Wrong I Don’t Want To Be Right’ originally a hit for Luther Ingram in 1972. This version recorded in Muscle Shoals and produced by Brad Shapiro was the opening track of Jackson’s “Caught Up” LP released in 1974. The use of a beat with sweeping strings as a sample, usually at a slow to medium tempo, as pioneered by the Wu-Tang Clan, seems to be especially in vogue at the moment. ‘If Loving You Is Wrong I Don’t Want To Be Right’ has been used over 50 times over the last few decades and was sampled in 2023 by NLE Choppa on ‘Pistol Paccin’’. A similar sound is culled from Debbie Taylor’s 1969 track ‘Let’s Prove Them Wrong’ which was sampled in 2021 by JID on his cut ‘2007’. It was also used in 2023 on ‘Release Me’ by Nasty C.

f this suggests that sampling can be fashion-led, another example is Little Ann’s ‘Deep Shadows’. Ann was a Detroit singer who released only one single − 1968’s Going Down A One-Way Street (The Wrong Way) produced by Dave Hamilton for Ric-Tic Records − but left a handful of soul masterpieces in the vault. While two of those − ‘What Should I Do?’ and ‘Who You Trying To Fool?’ − are up-tempo northern soul dancers, the downtempo ‘Deep Shadows’ is atmospheric, with a plodding beat, memorable vibes and piano parts. Finally released in 1998, it has since been sampled dozens of times by artists like Grand Puba on ‘Think Of U’ (2016), Loyle Carner on ‘You Don’t Know’ (2019), and more recently in 2024 by Your Old Droog’s on ‘dbz’, featuring Madlib, Denzel Curry and Wu-Tang Clan’s Method Man.

One of hip-hop’s greatest producers is DJ Premier of Gang Starr, whose beat picking is exemplary and the way he uses those beats raises him above almost all his peers. Take his deployment of Joe Simon’s ‘Drowning In The Sea Of Love’, which he edited and manipulated to form the hook of Gang Starr’s 1997 single ‘You Know My Steez’. He was also the first producer to sample Billy Garner’s Detroit street funk cut ‘I Got Some’ which went on to be sampled time and time again. From the same Motor City studio − Dave Hamilton’s − came Chico & Buddy’s ‘Can You Dig It?’ which was one of several samples on House of Pain’s 1992 hit ‘Jump Around’.

Classic golden age samples are present in Lowell Fulsom’s ‘Tramp’, which has been sampled over 50 times including by the Wu-Tang Clan and Epmd, and the Fatback Band’s ‘Gotta Learn How To Dance’ which was used by Kool G Rap and DJ Polo on the tough rap of ‘Streets Of New York’ in 1990. For dance music fans it was also the sound of Groove Armada’s ‘My Friend’ in 2001. Another UK dance hit sample is Bernard ‘Pretty’ Purdie’s ‘Heavy Soul Slinger’ which was used by the Prodigy on their 1995 hit ‘Poison’ and by Massive Attack on their 1998 track ‘Mezzanine’. Lonnie Liston Smith’s beautiful ‘Summer Nights’ has been sampled mainly in dance music by artists such as Moody Man and the Swedish House Mafia. New Orleans singer Tami Lynn’s version of the Doors ‘Light My Fire’ was sampled by musician, producer and DJ Howie B on ‘Sore Brown Eyes’ (1997) and also by the Dilated Peoples on ‘Triple Optics’ (1998). Gil Scott-Heron’s harrowing tale of drug addiction, ‘Home Is Where The Hatred Is’, from his 1971 LP “Pieces Of A Man” was sampled on the Kanye West and Common collaboration ‘My Way Home’ from West’s “Late Registration” album released in 2005.

Whilst the music on “This Is The Breaks” has been sampled to construct brilliant new songs the originals have stood the test of time. In fact, someone, somewhere in the world is probably slipping some of this music into a new song right now.

So, drop the needle and challenge your friends to play a guessing game of who used what sample and when.
V.A. - Tokyo Glow
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Tokyo Glow
2LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Wewantsounds)
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Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Tone B. Nimble Presents Soul Is My Salvation Chapter 1
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Tone B. Nimble Presents Soul Is My Salvation Chapter 1
12" | 2020 | EU | Original (Rain&Shine)
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Release: 2020 / EU – Original
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“Soul Is My Salvation" is a collection of dance friendly gospel songs. The mission is to simply uplift your spirit through music and word. Dance floor’s around the world mirror the reactions of Churches from the 70’s and 80’s when experiencing these recordings.” - Tone B. Nimble.
Released as a series of eight limited vinyl-only 45, when assembled together the covers reveal a beautiful design courtesy of designer Charlotte McCrae. A true collectors item.
Chapter 1 includes the brilliant but incredibly tough pull, Rev L. Weaver’s rendition of a Sister Sledge classic. Side two is an Al-Tone extended version of The Pink Family’s Don’t Give Your Life Away.
V.A. - Tres Chic! More French Girl Singers Of The 1960s
V.A.
Tres Chic! More French Girl Singers Of The 1960s
LP | 2013 | UK | Original (Ace)
24,99 €*
Release: 2013 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie, Pop
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180g Colored Vinyl! Hand-picked titles by Françoise Hardy, France Gall. Annie Philippe, Elsa, Violaine, Pussy Cat, Brigitte Bardot, Delphine and Liz Brady!
V.A. - Tribute Delmark's 65th Anniversary
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Tribute Delmark's 65th Anniversary
LP | 2019 | US | Original (Delmark)
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Release: 2019 / US – Original
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V.A. - Turk Pop Muzik Tarihi 1960-70 Lp1
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Turk Pop Muzik Tarihi 1960-70 Lp1
LP | 2021 | TR | Original (Yapi Kredi Kültür Sanat Yayincilikq)
22,49 €* 24,99 € -10%
Release: 2021 / TR – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie
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V.A. - Turk Pop Muzik Tarihi 1960-70 Lp2
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Turk Pop Muzik Tarihi 1960-70 Lp2
LP | 2021 | TR | Original (Yapi Kredi Kültür Sanat Yayincilikq)
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Release: 2021 / TR – Original
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V.A. - Turn It Loose, Ain't No Good Savoy Gospel 1970-1979
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Turn It Loose, Ain't No Good Savoy Gospel 1970-1979
2LP | 2020 | UK | Original (Honest Jon's)
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Release: 2020 / UK – Original
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V.A. - Under The Influence Volume 10 Compiled By Rahaan
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Under The Influence Volume 10 Compiled By Rahaan
CD | 2024 | UK | Original (Z)
16,99 €*
Release: 2024 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Under The Influence Volume 4 Compiled By Nick The Record
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Under The Influence Volume 4 Compiled By Nick The Record
CD | 2024 | UK | Original (Z)
16,99 €*
Release: 2024 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Under The Influence Volume 6 Compiled By Faze Action
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Under The Influence Volume 6 Compiled By Faze Action
CD | 2024 | UK | Original (Z)
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V.A. - Under The Influence Volume 7 Compiled By Winston
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Under The Influence Volume 7 Compiled By Winston
CD | 2024 | UK | Original (Z)
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Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Under The Influence Volume 8 Compiled By Woody Bianchi
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Under The Influence Volume 8 Compiled By Woody Bianchi
CD | 2024 | UK | Original (Z)
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Release: 2024 / UK – Original
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V.A. - Under The Influence Volume 9 Compiled By Alena Arpels
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Under The Influence Volume 9 Compiled By Alena Arpels
CD | 2024 | UK | Original (Z)
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V.A. - Viva El Sabado: Hits De Disco Pop Peruano 1978-1989
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Viva El Sabado: Hits De Disco Pop Peruano 1978-1989
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Buh)
34,19 €* 35,99 € -5%
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Genre: Organic Grooves
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This compilation brings together for the first time diverse Peruvian musical groups that immersed themselves in dance music following the codes brought by the disco revolution. Include songs by Rollets (composed of members from the rock group Laghonia) or Santodomingo Kid (led by experimental musician Luis David Aguilar). As a phenomenon of a new culture, the global dissemination of disco music had various variations and reformulations. The way it took root in Peru constitutes a fascinating yet underexplored history, despite the numerous recordings that came to light, mainly in the 1980s, running parallel to the boom of Peruvian tropical music, the emergence of a new pop rock scene, and the widespread use of synthesizers and electronic drums. And even though the groups were eclectic and moved across various musical genres, their dance music hits have now become cult pieces. From Lima to Trujillo, from Iquitos to Tarapoto, this compilation presents a wide range of sounds designed for the dance floor: unrestrained, eclectic, and high-energy. From pioneering groups with brief yet foundational trajectories like Rollets (composed of members from the rock group Laghonia) or Santodomingo Kid (led by experimental musician Luis David Aguilar), who range from boogie to soul disco with electrifying synthesizer sounds. But also, the exotic arrangements of Grupo América and Grupo Cremolada, to the tropical disco pop sound of Grupo San Francisco or Los Roller's de Tarapoto. From the space disco ventures of Grupo Swing to the synthesized pop sound of Pepo Rock, Jaque Mate, or Annie. Viva el sábado: Hits de disco pop peruano (1978-1989) constitutes a fabulous and unique document to delve into Peruvian dance music and initiates a new series at Buh Records that will present in various volumes some of the treasures of disco music in Peru. Compilation and research by Luis Alvarado. The album includes a booklet with extensive information and visual documentation. Mastered by Alberto Cendra. Art and desi...
V.A. - Voodoo Mambosis & Other Tropical Diseases 01
V.A.
Voodoo Mambosis & Other Tropical Diseases 01
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Stag-O-Lee)
26,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Voodoo Mambosis & Other Tropical Diseases 02
V.A.
Voodoo Mambosis & Other Tropical Diseases 02
LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Stag-O-Lee)
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Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Wamono A To Z Volume III - Japanese Light Mellow Funk, Disco & Boogie 1978-1988 Black Vinyl Edition
V.A.
Wamono A To Z Volume III - Japanese Light Mellow Funk, Disco & Boogie 1978-1988 Black Vinyl Edition
LP | 2021 | EU | Original (180g)
26,99 €*
Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Active as a professional DJ in Japan since the late eighties, DJ Yoshizawa Dynamite is also a renowned remixer, compiler and producer. An avid record collector and an expert of the Wamono style, Yoshizawa published the Wamono A to Z records guide book in 2015 which instantly sold-out. The book unveiled a myriad of beautiful and rare records from a highly prolific, but still then unknown, Japanese groove scene.

After many years working as a record buyer for several stores, DJ Chintam opened his own Blow Up shop in 2018 in Tokyo’s Shibuya district. A member of the Dayjam Crew and a specialist of soul, funk, rare groove and disco music, Chintam is also an expert of the home-brewed Wamono grooves. He supervised and wrote the Wamono A to Z records guide book together with Yoshizawa.

For this third chapter of the acclaimed Wamono series, Yoshizawa and Chintam unheart some of the best and rarest light mellow funk tunes and disco boogie bangers produced in Japan between 1978 and 1988. Put the needle on the record, turn up the volume and dig right now into the Wamono sound - the cream of the Japanese jazz, funk, soul, rare groove and disco music developed throughout the years since the end of the sixties in Japan!
V.A. - Wanted Disco
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Wanted Disco
LP | 2018 | EU | Original (Wagram)
20,99 €*
Release: 2018 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Wanted Funk
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Wanted Funk
LP | 2017 | EU | Original (Wagram)
20,99 €*
Release: 2017 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Wanted Soul
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Wanted Soul
LP | 2017 | EU | Original (Wagram)
20,99 €*
Release: 2017 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Wattstax: The Complete Concert
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Wattstax: The Complete Concert
LP Box | 2023 | US | Reissue (Craft)
300,99 €*
Release: 2023 / US – Reissue
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Wattstax: The Living Word
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Wattstax: The Living Word
2LP | 2023 | US | Original (Concord)
38,99 €*
Release: 2023 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Wattstax: The Living Word
V.A.
Wattstax: The Living Word
2LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Craft)
38,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Westbound Super Breaks Essential Funk, Soul And Jazz Samples And Breakbeats
V.A.
Westbound Super Breaks Essential Funk, Soul And Jazz Samples And Breakbeats
2LP | 2018 | UK | Original (Westbound)
21,99 €*
Release: 2018 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Celebrating its 50th birthday this year, Westbound Records is the Detroit institution that discovered Funkadelic and the Ohio Players, with a rich catalogue that is probably amongst the most sampled in the world.

Our “Super Breaks” series makes a welcome return, throwing the spotlight on the records which have been sampled on both Westbound and its Eastbound subsidiary. These come not only from the more obvious names such as the Detroit Emeralds, Denise LaSalle, Junie Morrison, Funkadelic and Ohio Players, but also the lesser-known Pleasure Web and the Magictones.

The list of artists who have sampled these records reads like a Who’s Who of the hip-hop and dance worlds. These tracks will be recognised from well-known records by Kanye West, Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Fatboy Slim, and many more.

The double vinyl comes with extensive sleeve notes and a breakdown of where each track has been sampled.
V.A. - Wewantsounds Presents Mainstream Disco Funk
V.A.
Wewantsounds Presents Mainstream Disco Funk
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Wewantsounds)
33,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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In the mid-70s, Bob Shad"s cult New York Jazz label Mainstream Records turned to the burgeoning underground Disco scene and released a handful of great singles produced by the likes of Tommy Stewart, Jimmy Roach or Bert DeCoteaux. Featuring artists from the early Disco hotbed including South Side Coalition, Chocolate Syrup and Three Ounces of Love, these singles, proving Shad"s great flair, accompanied the rise of the New York club and block party culture that was going to revolutionise the musical landscape a few years later. Most of the singles are officially reissued here on vinyl for the first time, with Three Ounces of Love"s "Disco Man" full mix previously unissued on vinyl. Remastered by Colorsound Studio in Paris, with liner notes by Charles Waring.
V.A. - Wigan Casino
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Wigan Casino
LP | 2024 | UK | Original (Charly)
35,99 €*
Release: 2024 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the world’s No.1 disco – the high temple of Northern Soul – the legendary Wigan Casino, Lancashire.

Set against a backdrop of rampant inflation, the 3-day working week and national power cuts, Northern Soul emerged as an escape, a secret society, a haven for like-minded teenagers. Every Saturday night, for eight years, the faithful made the pilgrimage to the desolate mill town of Wigan to a broken down, pre-war dancehall on Station Road. It was a sanctuary, a special place of togetherness, elitism, and the catalyst for the music scenes longest enduring sub-culture… Northern Soul.

Our exclusive playlist highlights key records from the thousands played at the famed all-nighters by its original, founding, deejays, Russ Winstanley, Kev Roberts and Richard Searling.
V.A. - Wigan Casino Classics 1973-2023
V.A.
Wigan Casino Classics 1973-2023
LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Joe Boy)
26,99 €*
Release: 2023 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Wigan Casino - the original UK dance culture super club - ran its’ first Nothern Soul All-Nighter in September 1973. It’s last session was in December 1981, and by then its 500 plus frantic All-Nighter had firmly stamped Northern Soul as an integral part of the British music landscape,

Wigan Casino Classics 1973 - 2023 proudly celebrates 50 years since the birth of the most important ever Northern Soul venue with 14 all time classic floor fillers. The Sandi Sheldon, Major Lance, The Seven Souls and Johnny Robinson gems were originally released on the Uber cool Okeh label but despite being part of the mighty Columbia Records empire sank without trace on release in the USA only to be discovered (and revered) by UK Soul devotees.

The Metros and Lorraine Chandler tracks were produced by Detroit’s mighty Pied Piper Productions crew and demonstrate that Motown were far from the only Motor City set up that knew how to conjure up truly breathtaking music.

In Northern Soul lore there is an intriguing story behind all 14 tracks - who produced and wrote them, which Rare Soul detectives - the original crate diggers - discovered them, what DJs played them..

But at the centre of it all is Wigan Casino, the seen better days Lancashire dance hall where 2,500 plus Soul fanatics flocked to every weekend to dance dance dance at the pre Rave era ultimate Rave. The recent 50th Anniversary celebration in Blackpool attracted a 5,000 turn out. The legend lives on.

This release marks the return of the always style wise Joe Boy label. Their trademark on point graphics are reinforced with the LP front sleeve being devoted to an iconic photograph by Francesco Mellini taken at the last ever Casino All-Nighter.

Soul plus Art from The Heart of Soul.
V.A. - Wigan Casino II / Station Road, Wigan 1973-81
V.A.
Wigan Casino II / Station Road, Wigan 1973-81
LP | 2016 | UK | Original (Outta Sight)
20,99 €*
Release: 2016 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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This marks Outta Sight's second visit to Station Road. “Wigan”, another uniquely themed set featuring classic oldies from the playlists of founding Northern Soul jocks Russ Winstanley, Richard Searling and crew at the legendary Wigan Casino.
V.A. - Win Or Lose
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Win Or Lose
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Soul 4 Real)
29,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Welcome to Soul4Real’s second album, a collection of originally unreleased tracks which feature a whole host of soul royalty.

First off are two songs from the inimitable Bobby Bland, both of which hail from his prolific period at Duke Records.

Sandwiched between two stunning Chicago recordings by Etta James is the later “I Never Meant To Love Him”, taken from a Philly session she recorded with Bobby Martin.

Fontella Bass brings this side to a close with a mysterious Chicago recording of which, to this day, hardly anything is known.

Side two transports us to Detroit, when Motown was at the peak of its output. 1966 was not a good year to secure the approval of quality control, as proven in the rejection of this wonderful Velvelettes´ version of “Your Heart Belongs To Me”.

It was in that same year that Ashford and Simpson arrived at Hitsville as both singers and songwriters. Their “Love Woke Me Up This Morning” was recorded by Brenda Holloway and produced by Norman Whitfield. Despite being overlooked at the time, its appeal was undeniable, and it later resurfaced on albums by Marvin & Tammi, Valerie Simpson, and the Temptations.

As an integral member of the Motown family for over 14 years, it is surprising that to date only three songs recorded by Johnny Bristol have surfaced. In collaboration with ‘Mickey’ Stevenson “Tell Me How To Forget A True Love” was completed in May 1964.

“One Lucky Day I Found You” was inexplicably not included in the ‘David’ project. Ruffin´s later work with Van McCoy is also featured on this album.

From almost the start of his career, Marvin Gaye had endeavored to project himself as a great balladeer, and nothing could illustrate this better than his rendition of “I Wish I Didn’t Love You So”, which brings this chapter to a perfect end. - Chris Forrest
V.A. - With Love: Volume 2 Compiled By Miche Black Vinyl Edition
V.A.
With Love: Volume 2 Compiled By Miche Black Vinyl Edition
2LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)
23,99 €*
Release: 2023 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Compiling the follow-up to a very successful first album is always a tricky task, but just 12 months since the release of volume one in the 'With Love' series, miche has excelled himself once again with another glorious, deep dive into the world of rare soul. 15 tracks of independently released music, created by magnificent artists with stories to tell and primed for rediscovery.

The ambition to celebrate under-the-radar artists has remained, but instead of a facsimile of volume one, what we have here is a selection shaped by life changes. Volume two is for the dancers; still soulful, still ultra-rare and slept-on records from the USA, Chile, Brazil and beyond, but the dynamics of the collection have shifted slightly. It represents a move from being immersed in a week in week out environment of beautiful, soulful music in a cosy, dimly lit hi-fi bar to playing livelier, more energetic, dancefloor-focused music in nightclubs. This volume will get you on your feet, make you move and unleash whatever it is that makes you get down.

One of the jewels in the crown of this compilation is a joyous, anthemic gospel version of Stevie Wonder's 'As' by The Family Tree (a project produced by the fantastic Julius Brockington). We are also treated to a rare and sought-after Pennsylvanian funk / AOR bomb by Maxwell, a stunning modern soul tune 'High On You' by Freedom, and self-released Brazilian 45s by Banda 22 and Zé Da Lata. P.J. City's 'Straight Forward (Non-Stop)' is gospel-disco perfection, and we also have 'Dame Solamente Amor’, a sublime, soul beauty from Chile by Rogers Mitchell. Many of these artists featured in this compilation aren't household names, but they deserve their moment to shine, to be heard, loved and appreciated for their artistry.

As Miche says it, “I hope this compilation helps in some way to keep this glorious music alive and play a part in connecting generations of music lovers from the worldwide soul family. As always, it has been made ‘With Love’.”
V.A. - With Love: Volume 2 Compiled By Miche Pink Vinyl Edition
V.A.
With Love: Volume 2 Compiled By Miche Pink Vinyl Edition
2LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)
26,99 €*
Release: 2023 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Compiling the follow-up to a very successful first album is always a tricky task, but just 12 months since the release of volume one in the 'With Love' series, miche has excelled himself once again with another glorious, deep dive into the world of rare soul. 15 tracks of independently released music, created by magnificent artists with stories to tell and primed for rediscovery.

The ambition to celebrate under-the-radar artists has remained, but instead of a facsimile of volume one, what we have here is a selection shaped by life changes. Volume two is for the dancers; still soulful, still ultra-rare and slept-on records from the USA, Chile, Brazil and beyond, but the dynamics of the collection have shifted slightly. It represents a move from being immersed in a week in week out environment of beautiful, soulful music in a cosy, dimly lit hi-fi bar to playing livelier, more energetic, dancefloor-focused music in nightclubs. This volume will get you on your feet, make you move and unleash whatever it is that makes you get down.

One of the jewels in the crown of this compilation is a joyous, anthemic gospel version of Stevie Wonder's 'As' by The Family Tree (a project produced by the fantastic Julius Brockington). We are also treated to a rare and sought-after Pennsylvanian funk / AOR bomb by Maxwell, a stunning modern soul tune 'High On You' by Freedom, and self-released Brazilian 45s by Banda 22 and Zé Da Lata. P.J. City's 'Straight Forward (Non-Stop)' is gospel-disco perfection, and we also have 'Dame Solamente Amor’, a sublime, soul beauty from Chile by Rogers Mitchell. Many of these artists featured in this compilation aren't household names, but they deserve their moment to shine, to be heard, loved and appreciated for their artistry.

As Miche says it, “I hope this compilation helps in some way to keep this glorious music alive and play a part in connecting generations of music lovers from the worldwide soul family. As always, it has been made ‘With Love’.”
V.A. - Women In Revolt Yellow Vinyl Edition
V.A.
Women In Revolt Yellow Vinyl Edition
LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Sony)
25,19 €* 35,99 € -30%
Release: 2023 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Women In Revolt! is an exhibition of work by over 100 women artists working in the UK during the 1970s and 80s. It explores how women used radical ideas and rebellious methods to change the face of British culture. With music, painting, sculpture, photography, film, and performance, they forged a path for women’s liberation in the UK. To underline this trailblazing exhibition, a compilation has been dutifully curated to further reveal the music, sound art, and prominent musicians creating during this artistic and societal paradigm shift. The music that defines and defied this era, not only soundtracked but spurred on increasingly impassioned creative output and representation for women. Bands included on the compilation like X-Ray Spex and The Slits remain front of mind for band’s espousing this robust stance both sonically and politically, with equally impactful artists included like Ludus, whose lead singer Linder Sterling also impacted the genre.
V.A. - Wonderful Night Curated By Levanna
V.A.
Wonderful Night Curated By Levanna
LP | 2024 | UK | Original (Charly)
32,99 €*
Release: 2024 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.A. - Written In Their Soul The Hits: The Stax Songwriter Demos Black Friday Record Store Day 2023 Orange Crush Vinyl Edition
V.A.
Written In Their Soul The Hits: The Stax Songwriter Demos Black Friday Record Store Day 2023 Orange Crush Vinyl Edition
LP | 2023 | Original (Concord)
29,44 €* 30,99 € -5%
Release: 2023 / Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Collection of rare and previously unreleased demo recordings of some of Stax Records’ biggest hits. Pressed on Orange Crush vinyl.
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Written On The Wall: American Soul Music
3LP | 2024 | US (Mississippi)
25,99 €*
Release: 2024 / US
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Triple LP of more deep soul hits and obscurities. Powerful stuff! Full color 28 page 12 X 12” booklet included. Housed in a gold foil embossed cover.
V.A. - XL Middleton Presents... New Directions In Funk
V.A.
XL Middleton Presents... New Directions In Funk
2LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Soul Clap)
22,39 €* 27,99 € -20%
Release: 2023 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Paying homage to our dance music roots in Funk, with a remarkable curation of XL Middleton’s favourite artists of the moment. "Whether you're on or off the dance floor, it's always on the one. Keep it funkin" - XL Middleton
V.A. - Yacht Soul - The Cover Versions 2
V.A.
Yacht Soul - The Cover Versions 2
CD | 2023 | EU | Original (Too Slow To Disco)
17,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Welcome Back, friends, to the Yacht Soul cruise that never ends! This theme, explored at length in the previous installment of this series, is a fertile one that just keeps on giving, and give it certainly does on the tracks we have dug up for your perusal, enlightenment, edification and enjoyment on Yacht Soul 2. For those just joining us, the concept here concerns R&B and soul artists mining the songbooks of their white contemporaries for cover versions that serve the dual purposes of potentially garnering some crossover radio airplay as well as introducing great songs to segments of the listening public who might otherwise miss them. Some of these versions might have come about because they were personal favorites of the artist in question, others might have been strongly suggested by their labels or by the publishing company, but all of them provide an entirely new perspective on what were already fantastic songs to begin with. So there you have it--a further dig into this nebulous concept that reveals more unexpected connections and crossed paths. Understanding the hows and whys of the way these particular covers and collaborations came to be is as fascinating as just enjoying the music itself, and there really is a lot of great music to dig into this time around! We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did putting it together.
V.A. - Yacht Soul - The Cover Versions 2 Two Color Vinyl Edition
V.A.
Yacht Soul - The Cover Versions 2 Two Color Vinyl Edition
2LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Too Slow To Disco)
33,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Welcome Back, friends, to the Yacht Soul cruise that never ends! This theme, explored at length in the previous installment of this series, is a fertile one that just keeps on giving, and give it certainly does on the tracks we have dug up for your perusal, enlightenment, edification and enjoyment on Yacht Soul 2. For those just joining us, the concept here concerns R&B and soul artists mining the songbooks of their white contemporaries for cover versions that serve the dual purposes of potentially garnering some crossover radio airplay as well as introducing great songs to segments of the listening public who might otherwise miss them. Some of these versions might have come about because they were personal favorites of the artist in question, others might have been strongly suggested by their labels or by the publishing company, but all of them provide an entirely new perspective on what were already fantastic songs to begin with. So there you have it--a further dig into this nebulous concept that reveals more unexpected connections and crossed paths. Understanding the hows and whys of the way these particular covers and collaborations came to be is as fascinating as just enjoying the music itself, and there really is a lot of great music to dig into this time around! We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did putting it together.
V.A. - You Better Get Ready For Judgement Day Savoy Gospel 1978-1986
V.A.
You Better Get Ready For Judgement Day Savoy Gospel 1978-1986
2LP | 2020 | UK | Original (Honest Jon's)
27,99 €*
Release: 2020 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Volume three: seventeen gems of fierce funk, rapturous soul and transcendent disco and boogie, super-charged with celebration and affirmativeness, loaded with roaring choirs, rocking horns and popping bass guitars, from the years leading up to Savoy’s acquisition by Malaco.

Some seriously rare cuts here; for instance, the stupendous opener by Edith Moreno only appeared as a blank-label promo, in a tiny run.

Spot-glossed, gatefold sleeve, with gorgeous printed inners.
V.A. - You Can't Sit Down: Cameo Parkway Dance Craze Record Store Day 2021 Edition
V.A.
You Can't Sit Down: Cameo Parkway Dance Craze Record Store Day 2021 Edition
2LP | 2021 | Original (WEA)
29,99 €*
Release: 2021 / Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Record Store Day 2021 Drop 2 release limited to 500 ciopies worldwide. A crazy 22-track collection containing some of the biggest dance craze hits from the Philadelphia label that got the world dancing in the early 1960s / Includes tracks by Cameo Parkway’s biggest stars: Chubby Checker, Bobby Rydell, Dee Dee Sharp, The Orlons and The Dovells as well as R&B greats Don Covay and The Turbans / Twelve Top 40 hits including three number 1 chart toppers! / Chubby Checker’s original hit version of “The Twist,” which has the distinction of being the only single of the rock era to reach number 1 twice in two consecutive years, is included / Features an essay by acclaimed rock & roll and R&B historian John Broven / Mastered from the original master tapes from ABKCO’s Cameo Parkway archive / Bespoke printed inner bags including extensive liner notes and period photos
V.A. - You Got The Power: Cameo Parkway Northern Soul 1964-1967 Record Store Day 2021 Edition
V.A.
You Got The Power: Cameo Parkway Northern Soul 1964-1967 Record Store Day 2021 Edition
2LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Universal)
29,99 €*
Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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V.S.O.P Sessions / Aaron Choulai - Dance With Me / Dragon Child
V.S.O.P Sessions / Aaron Choulai
Dance With Me / Dragon Child
7" | 2018 | JP | Original (Key Of Life+)
15,99 €*
Release: 2018 / JP – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Japan import! Better don't sleep!
Valentino Maltos - Prototype / Just Look Up
Valentino Maltos
Prototype / Just Look Up
7" | 2023 | UK | Reissue (Izipho Soul)
13,59 €* 16,99 € -20%
Release: 2023 / UK – Reissue
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Two tracks from Numero’s Eccentric Soul compilation which documented Bob Abrahamian’s passion and devotion to celebrating unknown Chicagoland group harmony music. His untimely passing in 2014 left a huge hole for many music devotees. SO, I CAN Make This Change was THE Krash BAND’s only record, it came out in 1976 and is a revered 45 amongst serious collectors. With it’s crisp bass, phased harmonies and the crowning accomplishment, the seraphic falsetto by Evelyn Holder!ONENESS previously known as The Audition’s recorded Hard TO Know in 1977 for Cincinnati’s AMG label, alas this sweet harmony jewel never got released and was only heard by those who tuned into Bob’s Sitting in the Park radio shows until the compilation put that to rights.

Please note this song was rescued / restored and there is tape damage in parts.
Valerie June - Moon & Stars: Prescriptions For Dreamers Black Vinyl Edition
Valerie June
Moon & Stars: Prescriptions For Dreamers Black Vinyl Edition
LP | 2021 | US | Original (Fantasy)
34,99 €*
Release: 2021 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Valerie June - Moon & Stars: Prescriptions For Dreamers Colored Vinyl Edition
Valerie June
Moon & Stars: Prescriptions For Dreamers Colored Vinyl Edition
LP | 2021 | US | Original (Fantasy)
33,99 €*
Release: 2021 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Valerie June - Pushin Against A Stone
Valerie June
Pushin Against A Stone
LP | 2013 | US | Original (Concord)
34,99 €*
Release: 2013 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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The album was mostly recorded at Dan Auerbach's (The Black Keys) Easy Eye studio in Nashville, as well as L.A. and Budapest, and was produced by both Dan Auerbach and Kevin Augunas (Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, Florence & The Machine).
Valerie June - The Order Of Time
Valerie June
The Order Of Time
LP | 2017 | EU | Original (Caroline)
19,99 €*
Release: 2017 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Valerie June announces her new album “The Order Of Time”.
Valerie June Hockett (born January 10, 1982), known as Valerie June, is an Americana singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Memphis, Tennessee, United States. Her sound encompasses a mixture of folk, blues, gospel, soul, country, Appalachian and bluegrass.
Van Jones & Mary Diggs - Do Ya Think I'm Sexy / Hypnotized
Van Jones & Mary Diggs
Do Ya Think I'm Sexy / Hypnotized
7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Fantasy Love)
13,99 €*
Release: 2021 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Van McCoy - Sing Yeah Sing / Wait Till I Get You In My Arms
Van McCoy
Sing Yeah Sing / Wait Till I Get You In My Arms
7" | 2023 | UK | Reissue (Soul Direction)
17,99 €*
Release: 2023 / UK – Reissue
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Van McCoy - The Story
Van McCoy
The Story
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Disco Symphony Story)
23,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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The Van McCoy’s vinyl story, American artist and producer of the 70s With “the Hustle” performed with Soul City Symphony, she marked the beginning of the Disco era, the song won a Grammy award in 1976.
Various - Be With 10 Years : Joyride + Labour Of Love
Various
Be With 10 Years : Joyride + Labour Of Love
LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Be With)
59,99 €*
Release: 2024 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Housed together in a stunning 380gsm board slipcase with a matt laminate soft touch finish and a UV spot varnish on the beloved Be With logo, we proudly present the Be With 10 Years record and book package.

Record contains 10 exclusive never-before-on-vinyl tracks from 10 Be With family members. 310mm square softcover book printed on a 350gsm woodfree uncoated board. Book block printed on 120gsm Dadong Lucky Bird woodfree uncoated paper. 140gram vinyl with a 380gsm jacket. 1000 copies only for the world, no repress!

THE RECORD: JOYRIDE

10 tracks for 10 Years of Be With from 10 of our favourite artists we've ever worked with over the past decade. As a happily "all over the place" label, the music, accordingly, had to be varied in vibe and style.

We start with a gorgeous acoustic folk track from Thomas Almqvist. I first heard this when our dear friend Andre Allday - who first suggested and then facilitated the Nyanser reissue - played it during our release party for the record at the amazing Hosoi in Stockholm. As something to grab your attention from the off, it's a pretty good opener, I reckon - it'll stop you in your tracks.

We move into an almost totally "lost" Lewis Taylor track, known to and beloved by only his hardest of hardcore fans. Before now, it has only ever seen the light of day on some obscure late 90s CD of "lullabies" compiled by Joan Armatrading. Us neither!

Mic Murphy from Sass/The Mighty Soulmates/The System (!!!) allowed us to use an unreleased track from his mysterious late 90s period. He sent over 7 stunning tracks and, over breakfast one winter morning with my two sons, Rocco and Bruno, the 3 of us selected the track that made us bounce the most while chomping on our cereal.

In deep fall of 2023, myself and Steven (The Funky Paramedic™) had the great pleasure of visiting Tony Henry, leader of the legendary Manchester 80s soul-funk act 52nd Street (those who "put the dance into Factory") to speak some more about a forthcoming retrospective that's been in the works for 5 years now. Fear not - it's coming! Anyway, we went into Tony's amazing studio and he played us the track you hear, here. A demo originally meant for Phyllis Hyman (I mean, come on!), he's very kindly let us use it for this record. A thousand thank yous. It's sensational.

Side A closes out with an elegant exclusive from our favourite Japanese duo, Coastlines, a tropical jazz-funk-fusion track that only they can so effortlessly craft. Sublime.

Side B opens with another total exclusive, and the title track of this compilation. "Joyride" is like some kind of swinging, G-Funk library from the Californian master of modern cinematic soul - Maston. We love everything about this dude. Speaking of California, next up is possibly the coolest ex-pat Manc in all of the Golden State.

Kenny Dickenson's instant classic "Stupid Rain" knocked me out the first time I heard it. The way it starts as a beautifully ornate ambient piece before introducing the barest of pulses to then segue into a full slo-mo cosmic chugger just gets me every time. Man's a genius.

Our great friends from Wilco, Pat and John, comprise The Autumn Defense. Two of the nicest humans in the game and "Bluebirds Fall" is chiming folk-rock at its finest. What they do best and, beyond a tiny-run CD EP decades ago, this is the only way to own this majestic stunner.

Stimulator Jones is a Stones Throw artist who we've loved ever since the epochal "Soon Never Comes" graced our ears. We're putting out his archive beats and when I asked if he had anything fresh that hadn't yet found a home, he sent over a modern / spiritual jazz movement that just blew me away. It's here.

We round out the compilation with a staccato funk-rock track from a Prince alumnus, the one and only Andre Cymone. If this track isn't blasting from radio stations from Dublab to Gilles to NTS then there's no justice in the world.

Of course, as is our way, none of these tracks have ever appeared on vinyl before. This is the only way to own them on wax. Pretty cool. As ever, all we ever want to hear is music with soul and personality. And that's what's contained here. We think we've nailed it. We think you'll like it too.

THE BOOK: LABOUR OF LOVE

Created in conjunction with the editor and design team behind Disco Pogo, Labour Of Love is our first ever book and serves as a brilliantly rich and varied document of Be With's first 10 years. It surveys our entire catalogue with the artwork for every single release faithfully reproduced in full colour accompanied by Rob's inimitable reviews.

The book contains fresh, exclusive interviews with Ned Doheny, Leon Ware, Lewis Taylor, Tommy Guerrero, Wally Badarou, Steve Moore, Pete Fowler, Kimiko Kasai, Tony Henry (52nd Street), The Autumn Defense, Coastlines and The Mighty Soulmates.

There's also fantastic contributions from a whole host of well regarded fans of the label. We have Gilles Peterson on Ned, Trevor Jackson on Nucleus, Efficient Space on Steve Hiett and the joy of collaboration in a competitive industry, Bill Brewster on Marti Caine, Balearic Mike on Kylie and Lou Hayter on her beloved Air.

We explore the development of the Be With logo and also take an insider's look at the journey of a typical Be With record; from the mastering stage with Simon Francis, cutting it up with Cicely Balston, the artwork ordeals with Chris Stevenson, pressing matters with Record Industry, slinging product with ace distributors Word And Sound, stocking product with our favourite London record shop When Spaceships Appear and even packing records for direct orders with our very own Funky Paramedic.

There's also an irreverent look at the legendary Reissue Request Line over on Facebook, with many hints at things to come.

Beautifully designed and printed, the book is a large format (310mm square) softcover gem, printed on a 350gsm woodfree uncoated board. It's been block printed on 120gsm Dadong Lucky Bird woodfree uncoated paper. It's housed in a stunning 380gsm board slipcase with a matt laminate soft touch finish and a UV spot varnish on the beloved Be With full colour logo.
Various / Stone Soul - - The Origins Of Sly And The Family Stone Orange Transparent Vinyl Edition Vecchio - Afro-Rock
Vecchio
Afro-Rock
LP | 2023 | Original (Be With)
27,99 €*
Release: 2023 / Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Venicia Wilson - Luckie / Make A Weet Dream Fade
Venicia Wilson
Luckie / Make A Weet Dream Fade
7" | 2023 (Toptop)
15,99 €*
Release: 2023
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Veronique Gayot - Animal
Veronique Gayot
Animal
LP | 2021 | Original (Grand Cru)
21,99 €*
Release: 2021 / Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Vibrettes - Humpty Dump Parts 1 & 2
Vibrettes
Humpty Dump Parts 1 & 2
7" | 2013 | UK | Original (BGP)
14,99 €*
Release: 2013 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Vicky Tafoya And The Big Beat - Forever / My Vow To You
Vicky Tafoya And The Big Beat
Forever / My Vow To You
7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Penrose)
10,99 €*
Release: 2020 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Penrose Records is proud to introduce the newest members of the family, the Inland Empire's own Vicky Tafoya and the Big Beat. Born in Santa Ana and currently residing in Colton, Vicky started singing a capella doo wop in the late 80s for the So. Cal. Doo Wop Society and went on to co-found the Big Beat in 2001. Their debut single on Penrose is a moody minor chord ballad featuring a reverb laden guitar solo and beautiful girl group harmonies behind Vicky's effortless yet haunting vocal about two people longing to be together… Forever.
Vicky Tafoya - The Moment / Love Don't Treat You Fair
Vicky Tafoya
The Moment / Love Don't Treat You Fair
7" | 2023 | US | Original (Penrose)
10,99 €*
Release: 2023 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Anyone who has had the pleasure of seeing Vicky perform live knows she's one of the most talented singers in the game. Her presence and command on stage has the unique ability to make you feel like she's singing each and every note directly to you. Just being in her orbit for 30 minutes will have you walking away feeling like you've experienced something special. On this single, Vicky flexes her range and writing chops with two deep, deep bluesy ballads of the highest calibre.

“Love Don't Treat You Fair” is a tale of despair that creeps along like a long lost Little Willie John session for King. With “The Moment” Vicky delivers an incredibly soulful vocal (ala Etta James) that is so natural and classic it's hard to imagine it wasnt recorded 50 years ago. If bluesy soul is what you're after...look no further!
Viken Arman - Alone Together
Viken Arman
Alone Together
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Denature Rec)
26,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Introducing "Alone Together", Viken Arman"s debut album - a kaleidoscope of influences, building abridge between the masterful beats of J Dilla, the hypnotic grooves of Ricardo Villalobos, the Free Jazz spirit of Sun Ra and the aura of French House.This 9-track opus presents a sophisticated composition, combining intricate layers and unique sampling techniques to blend familiar elements of House music with unexpected twists and warm grooves. Subtle whispers of old Armenian records add a nostalgic undertone that gracefully echoes the past of the artist.
Vince Maloy - Flying High With Vince Maloy - The Complete Recording
Vince Maloy
Flying High With Vince Maloy - The Complete Recording
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Bear Family)
23,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Vintage League Music - Vintage League Music Family Album Volume 1
Vintage League Music
Vintage League Music Family Album Volume 1
LP | 2021 | US | Original (Vintage League Music)
17,24 €* 22,99 € -25%
Release: 2021 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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This star studded soul funk album from the Vintage League Music label, featuring all new music from various VLM artists. The Vintage League Music Family Album Vol 1‘ features band new music from an all star line-up of VLM artists and collaborator. The line features artists such as Alan Evans, Matt Schofield, John Medeski, Neal Evans, Crowd Company, Alan Evans Trio, BT ALC Band, Jesse Dee, On The Spot Trio.
Vip 200 - Psicoerotica Black Vinyl Edition
Vip 200
Psicoerotica Black Vinyl Edition
2LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Cinedelic)
31,99 €*
Release: 2024 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Remember that period at the turn of the century when people were talking about Lounge, Exotica and Easy Listening? It was the so-called Cocktail Generation phenomenon, of which VIP 200, a quartet formed in Italy in 1999, was the ultimate expression as a band. The most important input came from the reissues and compilations of Italian soundtracks that debuted with great success at the time, and VIP 200's interpretations of them were genuine, rustic and rich in atmospheres that led back precisely to music for the image. Even cinema, like Quentin Tarantino, has been fascinated and inspired by that sound by quoting it several times. The comparison and real meeting of VIP 200 with the Marc 4 as well as Alessandro Alessandroni and the legendary Piero Umiliani was fundamental. Soon after, they were also called from abroad by cult figures who wanted to interact with them such as German composer Peter Thomas with whom they recorded in Saint Tropez, DJ Maxwell Implosion and sessions in Capri with Miss Maki Nomiya of the Pizzicato Five for her solo record. It was a period of transition, the word "easy" that started from the Adriatic Riviera via Rome and Milan had made its way to Berlin, London and Tokyo. Their live shows, as well as their first and only record re-released for the first time on double gatefold vinyl by Cinedelic with many outtakes, alternated between danceable moments with fast rhythms such as shake, beat and soul funk, to more ethereal and psychedelic, to softer and more ironic ones. They loosely and spontaneously re-presented songs that before then no one had ever performed live with a band; 10 years later Calibro 35 would get there. All strictly from Italian composers or their own.Strong was the "fetishist" component that pushed them to research original instruments of the vintage, design, sound and atmosphere to be created. An iconographic record of the period, a must-have for those who lived through it and for those who want to understand its essence. Limited editions on double vinyl with gatefold cover
Vip 200 - Psicoerotica Coloured Vinyl Edition
Vip 200
Psicoerotica Coloured Vinyl Edition
2LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Cinedelic)
33,99 €*
Release: 2024 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Coloured Vinyl edition!

Remember that period at the turn of the century when people were talking about Lounge, Exotica and Easy Listening? It was the so-called Cocktail Generation phenomenon, of which VIP 200, a quartet formed in Italy in 1999, was the ultimate expression as a band. The most important input came from the reissues and compilations of Italian soundtracks that debuted with great success at the time, and VIP 200's interpretations of them were genuine, rustic and rich in atmospheres that led back precisely to music for the image. Even cinema, like Quentin Tarantino, has been fascinated and inspired by that sound by quoting it several times. The comparison and real meeting of VIP 200 with the Marc 4 as well as Alessandro Alessandroni and the legendary Piero Umiliani was fundamental. Soon after, they were also called from abroad by cult figures who wanted to interact with them such as German composer Peter Thomas with whom they recorded in Saint Tropez, DJ Maxwell Implosion and sessions in Capri with Miss Maki Nomiya of the Pizzicato Five for her solo record. It was a period of transition, the word "easy" that started from the Adriatic Riviera via Rome and Milan had made its way to Berlin, London and Tokyo. Their live shows, as well as their first and only record re-released for the first time on double gatefold vinyl by Cinedelic with many outtakes, alternated between danceable moments with fast rhythms such as shake, beat and soul funk, to more ethereal and psychedelic, to softer and more ironic ones. They loosely and spontaneously re-presented songs that before then no one had ever performed live with a band; 10 years later Calibro 35 would get there. All strictly from Italian composers or their own.Strong was the "fetishist" component that pushed them to research original instruments of the vintage, design, sound and atmosphere to be created. An iconographic record of the period, a must-have for those who lived through it and for those who want to understand its essence. Limited editions on double vinyl with gatefold cover
Vivian Copeland / The Poindexter Brothers - Chaos (In My Heart) / What I Did In The Streets (I Should Have Done At Home)
Vivian Copeland / The Poindexter Brothers
Chaos (In My Heart) / What I Did In The Streets (I Should Have Done At Home)
7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Soul Junction)
12,99 €*
Release: 2020 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Vivian Copeland was a budding young singer who was brought to the Poindexter Brothers attention by her husband. Vivian was to record several Poindexter compositions beginning with “I Don’t Care What He’s Done “ and “So Nice I Had To Kiss You Twice” which paired together gained a 45 release on the Bell distributed Amy (577) label in 1967. A further three 45 releases by Vivian would appear on Jeff Moore’s D’oro label. Firstly the now highly sought after “Chaos (In my Heart) b/w “Cushion The Blow (D’oro 1002) in 1968. Secondly A cover version of Maxine Brown’s “Oh, No Not My Baby b/w I Don’t Care” (D’oro 1006) another Poindexter song, and finally a version of the Billy Terrell and Ray Dahrouge penned song “He Knows My Key (Is Always In The Mailbox) b/w So Nice I Had To Kiss You Twice” there are two releases of this 45, the local D’oro release on a gold label and a subsequent blue label release which was distributed by Atlantic Records.
The Poindexter Brothers, Richard and Robert where raised in the city of Newport News, Virginia. Both brothers had been members of different high school groups, Robert the eldest, sang with The Swans and then ‘The Silvermoon quintet’ before joining the U.S Navy. While Richard performed as a member of ‘ The Rocketters’ and then later ‘The Gems’. Richard did travel to New York during 1963 with The Gem’s to appear at the renowned Apollo Theatre, where upon he was reunited with his brother. Robert, who following his discharge from the service had made the Big Apple his home.
Following the Apollo gig Richard returned home to Virginia before permanently joining his brother in New York during 1964. Richard leaving his wife and children behind vowing to send for then as soon as he scored a hit record, something he felt would happen in a matter of a few months. Following a three wait Richard was finally reunited with his family due to the success of Linda Jones’s 1967 hit “Hypnotized” which the Poindexter’s co-wrote. Following every high there usually comes a low (or two) so during 1969 and again being short of money the brothers decided to start their own production company choosing the very apt label name “Win Or Lose” the label’s first release was the brothers self produced, performed and co-written song with Jackie Members (Robert’s wife) “What I Did In The Street (I Should’ve Done At Home)”a very clever and intricate duet by the brothers with musical accompaniment provided by a group of local Bronx musicians, The Mapasiveyo Band. The b-side of the 45 is a cover version of the Johnny Ace Duke label standard “Never Let Me Go”. sadly this 45 fell by the wayside (although the song was latter covered by Florida artist Barbara King). ‘Win Or Lose’ Productions did later hit pay dirt through a plethora of Poindexter songs recorded on The Persuaders including the hit record “Thin Line Between Love And Hate” for Atco Records.
Vlatko Stefanovski - Greatest Hits Collection
Vlatko Stefanovski
Greatest Hits Collection
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Croatia)
30,99 €*
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Voilaaa - Voiciii
Voilaaa
Voiciii
CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Favorite)
14,99 €*
Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Favorite Recordings proudly presents Voiciii, the 3rd and new album by Voilaaa, an immersive dip into its Afro-Disco universe spread across 14 tracks. Needless to say you’ll find in this new LP all the ingredients that made him famous: strong dancefloor-friendly festive bangers, irresistible funky arrangements and an undeniable sense of humor and irony. Bruno “Patchworks” Hovart, behind Voilaaa, is as often surrounded by amazing vocal featurings from previous LP’s regulars (Pat Kalla, Lass) but also new voices you may already have heard on its recent EPs (David Walters, Rama Traore, Ayuune Suule), as well as the saxophonist Boris Pokora. The LP is also an occasion to pay tributes to major artists of the African sound, such as Fela Kuti (on “Water No Get Enemy”), or Manu Dibango (“Manu Écoute Ça” and “Tenor Jam For Manu”). Since the release of Voilaaa’s previous LP’s Des Promesses and On Te L’Avait Dit and their massive international support, the Voilaaa Soundsystem did travel through the world to deliver its message of infectious joy and groove, from Equator to Thailand, from Kazakhstan to the infamous French “Fête de l’Huma”. Now you know: Voilaaa is everywhere and Voiciii (“here it is”) their new album.
Volcov - From The Archive
Volcov
From The Archive
2LP | 2016 | EU | Original (BBE Music)
22,99 €*
Release: 2016 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Producing under the moniker Isoul8, as well as teaming up with Domu under the Rima alias for the incredible jazz/fusion album 'This World', Volcov is a truly important player in the underground music scene.
Remixing artists such as Frankie Valentine, Azymuth & Taylor McFerrin, running his two labels Archive and Neroli, as well as DJing all over the World has given Volcov a rare knowledge of soul, funk, disco and deep house music; knowledge which is very apparent throughout this album.
'From The Archive' comprises a lovingly chosen collection of obscure Funk, Disco & Boogie tracks, alongside three very special edits produced by the man himself. From Chez Damier's sun-drenched remix of The Urban Crew's 'Go' to Bembe Segue's emotional 'Sun On My Back' via Shuya Okino's disco epic 'Still In Love', this record takes the listener on a joyful journey deep into Volcov's musical mind.
Vulfmon - Vulfnik Black Vinyl Edition
Vulfmon
Vulfnik Black Vinyl Edition
LP | 2023 | US | Original (Vulf)
39,99 €*
Release: 2023 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves, Pop
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Vulfmon - Vulfnik Ivory Vinyl Edition
Vulfmon
Vulfnik Ivory Vinyl Edition
LP | 2023 | JP | Original (Vulf)
54,99 €*
Release: 2023 / JP – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves, Pop
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Vulfmon - Vulfnik Splatter Vinyl Edition
Vulfmon
Vulfnik Splatter Vinyl Edition
LP | 2023 | UK | Original (Vulf)
39,99 €*
Release: 2023 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves, Pop
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Vuvuvu - Vuvuvu Black Vinyl Edition
Vuvuvu
Vuvuvu Black Vinyl Edition
LP | 2023 | US | Original (Wax Thematique)
24,79 €* 30,99 € -20%
Release: 2023 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie
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If Tel Aviv's, The Flavors is the Funk and Soul supergroup of that cities vibrant Mediterranean Coastline music scene, then the even more obscure VuVuVu, comprised of some of the same musicians, is the instrumental stoner-rock gang of psychedelic bandits skillfully and sonically meandering in Israel's nearby deserts. A laid back, and welcoming intervention of hallucinating audio imagery awaits.
Wa Yo Set - Tsutsumikomu Youni / R308
Wa Yo Set
Tsutsumikomu Youni / R308
7" | 2024 | JP | Original (Urban Discos)
20,99 €*
Release: 2024 / JP – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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"Wa Yo Set," a leading jazz-funk band from Osaka, Japan. A 7inch single will be released as a prelude to their new project in 2024. Included on A-side is a jazzy, acoustic, and danceable instrumental cover of MISIA's "Tsutsumikomu Youni" in full Wa Yo Set style! On the flip side, the superb original summer-breezy "r308" is included. You will be able to experience where they are now, as they continue to evolve and deepen on both sides of the record. Until the release of their new album, please keep your expectations high while listening to this 7-inch!
Wales Wallace / Walter Jackson - Somebody I Know / Let Me Come Back
Wales Wallace / Walter Jackson
Somebody I Know / Let Me Come Back
7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Outta Sight)
17,99 €*
Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Walt Jenkins - How Does Your Garden Grow
Walt Jenkins
How Does Your Garden Grow
7" | 2024 | EU | Original (Tramp)
12,99 €*
Release: 2024 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Superb funky-soul tune which was comped on the incredible "Natural Resources II" compilation album. The original 45 is tricky to find so most of the soul music aficionados out there should be pleased with this reissue.
War - Flying Machine / City Country City
War
Flying Machine / City Country City
12" | 2017 | US (United Artists)
12,99 €*
Release: 2017 / US
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Warren Raye & The Infernal Blues Machine - It's The Feeling I Get / I Can't Turn You Down
Warren Raye & The Infernal Blues Machine
It's The Feeling I Get / I Can't Turn You Down
7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Kent Dance)
12,99 €*
Release: 2023 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Yet again a new 100 Club Anniversary 45 has been instantly acclaimed and has become highly sought-after on release. Warren Raye’s ‘It’s The Feeling I Get’ is now available on a commercial pressing and this superb crossover number will be one of the biggest sellers of the year.

Warren Raye delivers the definitive version and his singing is equally masterful on the flip side - ‘I Can’t Turn You Down’ - a song that recently featured on a Kent Masterpieces CD by Melanie Burke. Both recordings are discoveries from Mickey Stevenson’s unissued tapes cache.
Wasafiri - Klearlight Clear Vinyl Edtion
Wasafiri
Klearlight Clear Vinyl Edtion
2LP | 2023 | US | Original (Eastwood Music Group)
35,99 €*
Release: 2023 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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A remarkable fusion record for jazz aficionados and hip hop heads alike. Great improvisation, killer sonics and moments that would make beat diggers go crazy. Inspired by bassist Stanley Clarke and utilizing vintage gear once used by Wally Heider. 11 tracks. Clear vinyl.
Watts 103rd St Rhythm Band / Meters, The - Express Yourself / Just Kissed My Baby
Watts 103rd St Rhythm Band / Meters, The
Express Yourself / Just Kissed My Baby
7" | 2018 | EU | Original (A’s and Bee's)
11,99 €*
Release: 2018 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Limited Edition for Record Store Day 2018! Remastered and resissued double A sider for soul aficionados, B Boys and jazz funk lovers.
Both instantly recognisable across the generations, the A side sees a reissue of one of the most feel good records out there in – ‘Express Yourself’. Most famously sampled by the mighty N.W.A. in '89…. ‘Whatever you do, do it good’.
On flip you get pure funk destruction in the form of The Meters – Just Kissed My Baby. An insatiable, groove laden intro which has been prime sampling material throughout the years - most notably in Public Enemy’s ‘Timebomb’. Here’s a chance to own two gems on one limited green Colored Vinyl, with a large / dinked centre hole.
Wax Machine - The Sky Unfurls, The Dance Goes On
Wax Machine
The Sky Unfurls, The Dance Goes On
LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Batov)
22,09 €* 25,99 € -15%
Release: 2023 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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The cosmic force that is Brighton"s Wax Machine return with The Sky Unfurls; The Dance Goes On, a new album of lush, ambient and psych-toned folk that expands and unfurls across 9 blissed out tracks, with Brazilian-born, Italian/English-raised Lau Ro continuing their personal journey with psychedelics and recently found obsession with water that has been heightened by a long overdue trip to Brazil.
Wayne Snow - Figurine
Wayne Snow
Figurine
LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Roche Musique)
21,99 €*
Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Webster Lewis / The Spirit Of Atlanta - El Bobo / Freddie's Alive And Well
Webster Lewis / The Spirit Of Atlanta
El Bobo / Freddie's Alive And Well
7" | 2024 | EU | Original (Mad About)
21,99 €*
Release: 2024 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Webster Lewis – El Bobo

For the first time on 7” the reissue of rare groove masterpiece “El Bobo”. Jazz-funk, Disco, Fusion and Soul sounds from lesser-known American producer, arranger and key player Webster Lewis. His career started working alongside Stanton Davis, Tony Williams and George Russell – very much driven by super creative jazz piano playing. But, like many of his generation, he ended up in Europe as record deals in the US were getting harder to come by in the straight jazz world. So he ended in Oslo, where he made music for TV and one super cult album recorded live at Club 7. Webster had broken through at a time when The Headhunters and the rise of disco were fusing... and as such, he became the go-to guy for arrangements, production and that magic coat of boogie jazz glitter!

Several albums were signed to Epic, and some classic work with Gwen McCrae, Merry Clayton, Lamont Dozier, and Alton McClain.

THE Spirit OF Atlanta – Freddie’s Alive and Well

A cut from the album “The Burning of Atlanta” by The Spirit of Atlanta, a studio project produced by Tommy Stewart and Clarence Carter. “Freddie’s Alive and Well” is the answer song to Curtis Mayfield's “Freddie’s Dead” and is a huge funk classic.
Wee - Trying To Tell You How I Feel / We Could Get It Together
Wee
Trying To Tell You How I Feel / We Could Get It Together
7" | 2024 | UK (Soul Direction)
12,79 €* 15,99 € -20%
Release: 2024 / UK
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Both tracks “We Could Get It Together” & “Trying to Tell You How I Feel” featured in this latest Soul Direction outing were part of a master tape of unreleased tracks that never saw an addition to the album, but came to light on a 2008 Numero LP. They were slightly remixed for the album, but we are releasing the original tracks which came from the master tape which have never been released in this way before.
Weekend Sun - Hoochie Coo Strut
Weekend Sun
Hoochie Coo Strut
12" | 2021 | EU | Original (Cordial)
14,99 €*
Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Weldon Irvine
Morning Sunrise / Think I'll Stay A While
7" | 2024 | JP | Original (P-Vine)
21,99 €*
Release: 2024 / JP – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Weldon Irvine's album "The Sisters" is a significant release in his career which is featuring sessions he conducted from the late 1970s onwards, alongside Don Blackman and a young Marcus Miller, among others. P-vine announces the first-ever release of a 7-inch single coupling two exceptionally impressive tracks from that album. On the A-side, you'll find the velvety smooth mellow soul of "Morning Sunrise," known for being sampled by Jay-Z and Drake, showcasing the gentle vocals of Don Blackman. On the B-side, "Think I'll Stay A While," a superb funky tune featuring the powerful vocals of Toni Smith, famous for her vocals on Tom Browne's "Funkin' for Jamaica," synonymous with New York funk, awaits you. Don't miss the limited pressing ep!
Weldon Irvine - Mr Clean / Homey
Weldon Irvine
Mr Clean / Homey
7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Dynamite Cuts)
17,99 €*
Release: 2021 / UK – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Back in the 80s I became a big funk, jazz, and soul vinyl collector; which opened the incredible world of the late, great Mr. Weldon Johnathan Irvine. Back in the 90s I was lucky enough to meet him; Mr. Irvine was such a calm and gentle person; he just oozed music. This laidback, kind quality resonates in his music. On this 45, we trip through the jazzy journey of Weldon’s innovative keyboard work through to the double bass, and horns on the A. On the B we’re in a smoky bar, with yer homies,, chillin n grooving, as the melodica and guitar head-nod us along. Sublime.

It is a great honour to be able to release some of his music from his Nodlow music label on to 7” for the first time.
Weldon Irvine - Only Yesterday / Musical
Weldon Irvine
Only Yesterday / Musical
LP | 2024 | JP | Original (P-Vine)
21,99 €*
Release: 2024 / JP – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Only Yesterday" was performed only in the 1977 musical "Young, Gifted and Broke" written by Weldon Irvine, and had it been included on the album at the time, it could have been as well received as "I Love You". If it had been included in the album at that time, it could have been as well received as "I Love You". Prior to the already confirmed re-release of the "Young, Gifted and Broke" album, P-vine is releasing this wonderful song for the first time in 7" format!
Weldon Irvine - Young, Gifted And Broke
Weldon Irvine
Young, Gifted And Broke
LP | 2024 | US | Original (P-Vine)
35,99 €*
Release: 2024 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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* First time pressed on vinyl * Comes with Japanese obi-strip * Pressed on Black Vinyl / This is a great, and beloved modern soul work released by Ron Henderson and his group Choice of Color in 1976. the edition reissued by P Vine in 2020 sold out quickly and is now fetching high prices on the used market, so we We have decided to reissue this wonderful album once again in a new version. For vinyl lovers and collectors, the obi will have a new design different from the 1st edition and the vinyl will be updated to 180g weight vinyl!
Wellbad - The Rotten
Wellbad
The Rotten
LP | 2017 | EU | Original (Blue Central)
19,99 €*
Release: 2017 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Wendell Watts - You Girl / Kiss A Good Thing Goodbye
Wendell Watts
You Girl / Kiss A Good Thing Goodbye
7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Outta Sight)
15,99 €*
Release: 2020 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Wendy Walker & Legal Assault - We've Got One
Wendy Walker & Legal Assault
We've Got One
7" | 2023 | UK | Reissue (Athens Of The North)
13,99 €*
Release: 2023 / UK – Reissue
Genre: Organic Grooves
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One of the finest tracks from Anthony Brightly's work with a young Wendy Walker. This track has always been a personal favourite, so whilst working with Anthony on another project we thought why not do a nice little 45 of this classic. Flipped with Legal Assault's, 'Nice & Slow' also from the Sir George label, this is another long time spin, it's a no-brainer all Killer 45. Strictly AA
Wesley Bright & The Honeytones - Happiness / You Don't Want Me Black Vinyl Edition
Wesley Bright & The Honeytones
Happiness / You Don't Want Me Black Vinyl Edition
7" | 2018 | US | Original (Colemine)
10,99 €*
Release: 2018 / US – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves
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Whatatido Archive Group - OST The Black Stone Affair
Whatatido Archive Group
OST The Black Stone Affair
LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Record Kicks)
24,99 €*
Release: 2021 / EU – Original
Genre: Organic Grooves, Soundtracks
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For the first time ever, Record Kicks is pleased to announce the release of the long lost soundtrack by Whatitdo Archive Group to the Italian Cinematic Masterpiece "The Black Stone Affair'' on beautiful gatefold vinyl, CD and digital format on April 09 2021. Long thought to be lost alongside the movie itself by the production studio, the soundtrack's master reels were recently recovered and its audio meticulously restored and remastered by J.J. Golden in Ventura, CA.

The movie itself was understood to be unusual for its time: a globetrotting adventure/western-noir written and directed by aspiring visionary, Stefano Paradisi. Unfortunately for Paradisi, the tragic loss of his masterpiece during a fire also meant the end of his short lived career in movies. People who worked on the film have been cited as saying this film was very ambitious, set to be a turning point in Paradisi’s carrier putting him on the map alongside the likes of Sergio Leone and Antonioni.

While the movie never saw the light of day, the soundtrack by obscure band Whatitdo Archive Group has thankfully been recovered. The music itself is staggering to hear, each track evoking all the senses almost all at once. "The Black Stone Affair (Main Theme)" sets the story with its dizzying bassline

underneath a Morricone-esque harpsichord melody eventually all digressing into a psych-freakout of guitars swirling over what is the overarching motif groove of this iconic soundtrack.

We then get taken into the giallo-steeped melody of "Blood Chief". What can only be the theme of the antagonist, this cut offers crunchy drum breaks, reverb-drenched bongos and a sinister baritone guitar line that seems to be indicative of its character. "Ethiopian Airlines" transports the movie into exotic lands with its afro-centric rhythms and mysterious horn melody. The search is on for the elusive Black Stone, an artifact so coveted it had been hidden for decades for its fatal power of seduction. For fans of KPM and De Wolfe Music, "Il Furto Di Africo" definitely delivers a similar 'library' flavor popular at the time. Our ears are treated to an ambiguous sense of center. What were Whatitdo Archive Group thinking? There almost seems to be two key centers at once and a slithering flute line blending between both. We can only imagine that the Black Stone was successfully stolen from the small Italian village of Africo with this track.

What movie really is complete without a lounge-y Bossa number? "Italian Love Triangle" delivers that sun-soaked Mediterranean romance. Our cunning female lead, Lola, decides the only way she can acquire the Black Stone is to pit the trio of characters against each other with an erotic love triangle she carefully crafts to exploit the vulnerability of Blood Chief and Beaumont Jenkins. "Last Train to Budapest" finds our two male leads in a gun-wielding, high-stakes train chase through the dizzying mountains of Bosnia racing to Hungary's capital city. The music brilliantly calls upon the soundtrack's multiple melodic motifs to all collide into a single stressful heart-racing track sure to put a knot in your stomach. Probably the most unusual song appearing in this soundtrack is the French infused "L'amour au Centre de la Terre", an obvious yet tasteful homage to the composers' musical hero, Alain Goraguer. A lilting monologue is recited by who seems to be Lola, the tragic female lead in "The Black Stone Affair". Her passage speaks of the entangled romance she shares with the other two male leads and her plan to acquire the elusive Black Stone for herself. It's every man (and woman) for themselves! Paranoia and deceit has crept into the minds and motives of our conniving trio. No one can be trusted and false alliances are crumbling from within.

"The Black Stone Affair (Reprise)" evokes the characters' gut-wrenching feeling with its ever-rising key center. "Farewell Lola" is the saddening funeral dirge and exit of the aforementioned Lola. Sworn enemies Beaumont and Blood Chief stand silently outside the church and watch as Lola's casket is lowered into her untimely grave. This is merely an armistice between the remaining opponents, only to resume after paying their respects to their former 'lover'. A gory fight leaves Blood Chief standing. Beaumont is nowhere to be seen and only a cloud of dust slowly settles into the landscape as the mournful guitar and harmonica of "Beaumont's Lament" plays quietly in the distance. All is not lost. Triumphantly, Beaumont Jenkins stands tall, throws one last devastating blow to Blood Chief leaving him incapacitated. "The Return of Beaumont Jenkins" plays loudly in the face of Blood Chief desperately reaching for the stone only to realize it's a false! Our new hero, Beaumont Jenkins, sustained by Alessandro Alessandroni Jr.'s cinematic whistle, rides away victoriously into the night sky... the Black Stone hidden cleverly in his hat. End credits.

Steeped in obscurity, a cult following of crate-diggers and musical oddity collectors has been brewing over the mysterious releases of the Whatitdo Archive Group. Surfacing in 2009 from the high deserts of Reno, NV, USA, this recording collective focuses solely on curating, performing and preserving esoteric soundtrack, library and deep-groove collections. The personnel of the group consist of three musicians; each of them avid composers, recording engineers and obsessive record collectors. Alexander Korostinsky, Mark Sexton and Aaron Chiazza met in college and have been working together on producing music for over 10 years. (Both Korostinsky and Sexton also happen to write and perform in

critically-acclaimed soul group “The Sextones”). In 2015 they quietly released a small batch of lo-fi deep-groove demos recorded exclusively to cassette in an old garage. This became their first full length offering, Shit’s Dope, and it began to quickly spread across the internet piquing the interest of record collectors and DJs all over the world—a record Fleamarket Funk describes as “Falling in between some Headhunters and Lunar Funk 45s” and becoming a bestseller on Bandcamp of that year.

During this time, the Whatitdo Archive Group also began what is often hailed as a vital turning point in Reno music history; by hosting their famous “Whatitdo Wednesday” residency at a local venue. These packed performances drew the attention of not only live music-goers, but also the most accomplished jazz musicians in the area, often joining them on stage. Eventually, these shows stumbled into the arena of obscure performance art, where the band would facetiously distribute written and multiple choice tests during their performance for the audience to participate in.

After their residency came to a bittersweet end, the Whatitdo Archive Group refocused their attention on the wonderful world of 1970’s soul-jazz, where they wrote and recorded what would be their follow up 7” release, Crocker Way / Steve’s Romp. This limited edition 45rpm became a hot ticket item for UK record collectors who had been previous fans of WAG’s older lo-fi work. Crocker Way was also a featured track on BBC Radio 6. Shortly after producing Crocker Way / Steve’s Romp, the group again started production on their crown jewel of a record, a concept album that had been tossed around for several years beforehand but never executed. As band member Mark Sexton explains “We wanted to create an album that encompassed everything we love and admire about old Italian soundtrack scores, and bring that energy back into the spotlight”. The group spent 9 months of research, digging through their personal collections of dusty LP’s scrutinizing the work of Piccioni, Torossi, Roubaix, Alessandroni and of course Morricone, recording, mixing and working with over 24 skilled musicians. The Whatitdo Archive Group finally completed what would be their finest work to date, The Black Stone Affair. Recorded entirely in Korostinsky’s home studio, this record is a labor of love, dedication, appreciation and respect for the golden age of Italian Soundtrack and Library music.
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