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Van McCoy & The Soul City Symphony

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Off the back of their incredible debut Time Lapse EP in 2021 and keyboardist Mali-I's phenomenal debut LP 'In Session', Monzanto Sound return with new vocalist Mimi Koku to deliver exceptional new 4 track EP 'Tomorrow, Tomorrow and Tomorrow'.

Early support for the EP has come from Jamz Supernova on 1Extra, Music Is My Sanctuary, Worldwide FM and Spotify's Fresh Finds Jazz playlist.
Expect psychedelic neo-soul grooves, deep dub jams and krautrock-inspired experimentalism

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Love Is The Answer

LP | 1974 | JP | Original (Avco)

7" | 2022 | UK | Original (Jalapeno)

Release: 1974 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG

Japanese pressing with obi.

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The Allergies

Hypnotise

Frankie Selector Feat. Banda Maje

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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'Hypnotise' is the spellbinding new single from sampler slayers, The Allergies. Who, once again, build funky new worlds out of dope beats and loops from their wild and wonderful record collections.
Here, the Bristol-based duo break new ground, sampling the incredible Deli Sosimi and heading out on the housier side of things, working a deadly dancefloor 4/4 around their signature soulful stylings.
Pulsing kicks and playful percussion keep the pace, as euphoric Afrobeat horns and insistent vocal lines build the energy in the room.
It's a captivating cut, made for discerning DJs and discos. But, as soon as you let the infectious double bass-led groove hit you, you'll mesmerised by the music.
'Vamonos' on the flip laces old school boogaloo and salsa samples with sizzling hi-hats, claps, and club-ready breaks. It's an anthem for beach bodies, holiday heroes, and sun-seekers, hell bent on escaping the rat race.

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Wait For Me - Aspettame (Re-Edit)

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Four Flies)

Tenderness George Semper Mix

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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Californian funk collective Banda Maje put their spin on “Wait For Me”, a disco-funk track by Canadian multi-instrumentalist Franky Selector. The full, vocal version of the re-edit, on side A, sees Franky Selector himself sing in perfect Neapolitan amidst irresistible backing vocals, while the instrumental version is provided on side B. Both versions brim with joy, funk, and Salifornian energy, bringing Italy and Canada closer than ever. Infectious groove has no boundaries.

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Candy Rae

7" | 1969 | EU | Reissue (Record Shack)

Release: 1969 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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R U Kidding ? / Am I Kidding ? Purple Vinyl Edition

Kidding

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Burning Sole)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sunny Day / Two Way Street

Lorraine Silver

7" | 2022 | UK | Original (Kobalt)

Roy Hamilton / Charlie Thomas

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The final mixes on both tracks were by Nigel Lowis who has also worked with, Burt Bacharach, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stevie Wonder, Luther Vandross, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, to name but a few!

Northern Soul legend Lorraine Silver who is unbelievably now 70 years of age recorded ‘lost Summer Love’ for PYE Records when she was 13 years old in 1965. Whilst not a chart hit this record went on to become an iconic track at the legendary Wigan Casino in the 70’s & was re-released on Casino Classics label and sold in excess of 30,000 copies. Now in 2022. BMG /Universal have launched a new series The Pye Northern Soul Singles and they selected Lorraine Silver as their first artist. So for the first time ever all 4 of Lorraine’s tracks which she recorded for PYE have been released together on a mini album and amazingly Spotify produced listening figures of almost 50 Thousand streams in first week of release

Lorraine knew nothing of her iconic Northern Soul status until the late 80’s so she has an amazing back story

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My Peaceful Forest / Don't Let Me Know

7" | 2022 | UK | Original

I'm Still In Love With You / I'm So Glad

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Two amazing originally unissued Kent Soul discoveries that were featured on their Bill Haney’s Atlanta Soul Brotherhood CD from 1998.

The late great Bill Haney, unacknowledged genius of Southern Soul and owner of the revered Chant record label was interviewed by Rod Dearlove and published in Voices From The Shadows. It was recalled that Roy Hamilton came to town to work the clubs, Bill had the dramatic song ‘My Peaceful Forest’, and somehow got the ‘The Golden Voice’ to record it - what an epic production it turned out to be!

Similarly, The Drifter’s Charlie Thomas whilst in town to perform got to record ‘Don’t Let Me Know’, the recording comes in at just over two minutes, we have had an extended version cleared for this 7” release.

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Vasti Jackson

Crystal Powder / Say Woman

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Mississippi Bluesman Vasti Jackson is a force to be reckoned with, as an artist, Vasti is known for sweat-drenched, soul ripping performances.

In 2015 he recorded the real soul masterpiece ‘I’m Still In Love With You’. The song is a testament to the fact that true love never dies. Passion lives forevermore and grows stronger with every kiss and embrace. Share this delicious, sensual, sonic delight with that someone special, and let them know that you are still in love!

The B Side should not be overlooked either, another big sound ballad from two years earlier.

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Split Decision Band

12" | 2022 | UK | Original (Soundway)

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Split Decision Band were a soul-funk band from Des Moines, Iowa. They released a standalone single on Network Records in 1978. The band recorded an album’s worth of material around the same time, this only gained a release in 2017 by Now-Again Records. Song choices are in abundance from this project and the excellent Soul Direction label released two brilliant dancers earlier this year.

Izipho Soul continue to ride the wave and take the tempo down several notches with these handpicked beauties - Crystal Powder - A steppers delight! Cocoa Brown’s buttery vocals shine on this imaginatively themed love song, the ‘Genie three wishes’ monologue simply adds to the overall charm. SAY Woman - An alluring ballad with the band’s lead Gordon Starr Flipping delivering a super soulful performance.

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Sai Galaxy

Get It As You Move

The Ray Alexander Technique

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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As the name suggests, Sai Galaxy represents a star-studded cluster of artists from around the world – their varied styles colliding to form a refreshing fusion of classic Afrobeat, disco and West African funk. Drawing from the influence of 70s and 80s Nigerian artists such as Nkono Teles, Jake Sollo and Mike Umoh, the Sai Galaxy collective is on a mission to reproduce the analogue warmth and groove from those decades. Consequently, they lean heavily on 70s production techniques - free from the predictable rigidity of digital sequencing. Spearheaded by Australian multi-instrumentalist Simon Durrington (from Digital Afrika), the members include Olugbade Okunade - former trumpet player from Seun Kuti’s Egypt 80 - as well as guests Gabriel Otu, Ray Lédon and Vanessa Baker. While the EP seeks to reflect 70s production, glimpses of contemporary elements can be found in the arrangements and harmonies, at times reminiscent of modern artists such as Lord Echo, Bosq and Voilaaa. As Durrington believes: “dance is vital to health and community”. And with an EP that urges you to dance from start to finish, consider Sai Galaxy a cosmic tonic for the modern lifestyle.

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Taking The Long Way Home / I Am In Love With You / I Wonder Why

Maybe It's You / Sweet Lady

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Ray Alexander Technique were four gifted musicians from Harlem led by Raymond Alexander Jenkins, they recorded their solitary LP ‘Let’s Talk’ in 1974. Amongst 70s soul and funk albums it is in the exalted status category.

Selected as a first time on a 45 is ‘Taking The Long Way Home’, a wonderful mid-tempo opus conveying the message of never giving up.

Featured on Side 2 is the band’s final and hideously rare LU JUN 45. Ray’s friend Chris Bartley was enlisted and was the featured vocalist on both songs - ‘I Am In Love With You’ is a stunning sweet soul ballad, whilst ‘I Wonder Why’ takes the tempo up a few notches and packs an equally emotional punch thanks to the great arrangement and Bartley’s achingly wistful performance.

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Ripple

Fusion Global Sounds 1970-1983

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Legendary 70s group Ripple migrated from the Mid-West to Atlanta, GA. They signed with the new Atlanta based record label GRC and struck gold with their first single ‘I Don’t Know What It Is, But It Sure Is Funky’.

Two songs that never gained release at the time were ‘Maybe It’s You’ - a jazzy soul masterpiece that lilts along before springing into a falsetto crescendo and ‘Sweet Lady’ - an eclectic hodgepodge of influences - soul, funk, latin… the original demo runs at under 3 minutes, thankfully we have had an extended edit cleared (thanks to Phil Ward’s talents) so you get a double dose of the amazing keyboard solo.

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V.A.

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Favorite)

No Mames / There's A Fool For You

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Favorite Recordings and Charles Maurice proudly present a brand new compilation series: Fusion Global Sounds. 9 rare and hidden tracks produced between 1970 and 1983 in various parts of the world. As a fine collector of Jazz-Funk and Fusion for many years, Charles Maurice selected some of his favorite forgotten productions, as he previously did for the AOR Global Sounds, French and Brazilian Disco Boogie Sounds compilations series. This time, recordings come from Sweden, Switzerland, South Africa, New Zealand, Uruguay, Spain and France, from artists and bands mostly known in their local scenes. You'll hear here the best elements of the Fusion and Jazz-Funk genre: breezy vocal arrangements reminding Flora Purim in Return To Forever or George Duke's albums, sweet and virtuosic Fender Rhodes (kind of common thread of the comp), melodic spiral-shaped fuzzy synthesizers leads, or irresistible basslines, altogether bringing a unique groove to life. "Buster" is taken from the first and only album of the Swedish band, Sundance. The band from Gothenburg was formed around US trumpet player Stephen Frankevich (notably playing with Mahavishnu Orchestra) after he moved to Sweden. Cosmic, with razor-sharp rhythms, it naturally brings you to the second title, "Hello Mr. Ancuvis" by Renato Anselmi. One of the key players of the Swiss Jazz scene during the sixties and the seventies, Renato also had the chance to play with Harvey Mason or Alphonso Johnson. Funky, jazzy but still a bit breezy, here again sweet vocals nicely blend with uptempo Rhodes part. Also included is another title from Renato Anselmi, "Quiet Fire", a mellow Rhodes-driven ballad with funky accents, wide strings and guitar arrangements. "Tropical Island" by Zane Cronje, a South-African composer and arranger, was initially a track from a music library catalogue: dreamy, soaked in thorough synthesizers, we're only attached to the earth by the Guiro groove. You'll also hear this cosmic vibe in "Astral Dance" by French-American drummer and Jazz musician/composer Daniel Bechet, taken from Songs To My Father LP, dedicated to his father the famous Sax/Clarinet player Sydney Bechet. In this 4 minutes dope jam, keys, guitar and percussion will elevate your mind to another level of consciousness: deep! The 1860 Band was hailing from Wellington, New Zealand, playing mostly in bars, cafes and pubs - their name is taken from a tavern where they had an extended afternoon residency keeping the clients entertained. Their sole LP, now rare and sought-after, was a nice mix of Jazz-Funk and Disco grooves. Their amazing and groovy cover of "Keep That Same Old Feeling" by The Crusaders, brings the best of their playing. Otroshakers was formed around Hugo and Osvaldo Fattoruso, as a tribute project to their former band Los Shakers, some sort of copycat band of The Beatles with great success in Latin America. Listening to "Siempre Tu", you can almost hear The Beatles' psychedelic vocal of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. Later joining Ringo Thielmann in the US, they formed the band OPA together, after having recorded for Airto's seminal album Fingers. Blending Jazz, South-American musical elements and Funk, their fusion quickly gained the respect of the NY musical scene. "Despertar" by Spanish drummer, singer and actor Pedro Ruy-Blas, is taken from Luna Llena, his great first Jazz-Funk album. The track is a funky piece with wah-wah expressive Rhodes, ending with a beautiful flute solo. "Prologue" by Dutch-French pianist Majoie Hajary (sometimes called the "Hindu pianist"), can be found on La Passion Selon Judas, a very unique religious album blending her own style with Psych, Funk and Jazz elements. Surely we could continue detailing stories of all these gems, but we guess that the best way to learn more about them, is to listen to Fusion Global Sounds, fully remastered from originals and whether your preference is for vinyl or CD formats.

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Nick Pagan

7" | 2022 | US | Original (Mixto Music)

Leonard Lothlen Project / Gospel Clouds

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Hailing from the Highland Park neighborhood in Los Angeles, singer/songwriter Nick Pagan has a special place in his heart for soul-drenched music from bygone eras of lowriders. The latest single from the Latinx crooner is a modern Latin Soul revival that Pagan has coined “new-wop.” Getting massive support from tastemaking DJs at Kcrw and Grimy Goods, finally arriving in 45rpm format for all true soul lovers.

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In The Presence / Let Us Pray

7" | 1971 | UK | Reissue (Izipho Soul)

Love On The Line / You And Me Together

Release: 1971 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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It was a blessing to make contact with California gospel music icon Leonard Lothlen.

The concept behind this release was to place two gospel compositions recorded fifty years apart on one record! Musically diverse, both inspirational. IN THE Presence features Derick Hughes’ powerhouse vocals with a nod of respect to the late great Bishop Rance Allen

Leonard’s first record in the group G.C.’s from 1971, LET US Pray is a proven rarity with only a handful of copies documented as sold online. Uniquely trippy in sound with the sweetest of harmonies. Limited edition of 300 copies.

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Roy Roberts

7" | 1977 | UK | Reissue (Izipho Soul)

Feeling Home Again / The Smile On My Face

Release: 1977 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Once again it is an incredible honour to license music from Soul Blues legend Roy Roberts, the picks on offer this time are Love ON THE Line, which was recorded last year - this one hits the Southern Soul sweet spot for us and we are naturally thrilled to present it on vinyl.

On the flip is dreamy stepper YOU AND ME Together, taken from the revered LP ‘Country Star’ which also gained a 7” release on Roy’s House of Roton label in 1977.

Limited Edition of 300 copies.

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Kip Carmen

Ray Williams & The Majortones

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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KIP Carmen - Feeling Home Again / THE Smile ON MY Face.

Izipho Soul are honoured to once again collaborate with Kip Carmen: a seasoned musician, vocalist and guitarist from Long Island, New York State.

In 1980, Kip released a self published LP; we have hand picked two of the standout tracks for a ‘first time on a 45’.

‘Feeling Home Again’ is an up-tempo opus fuelled by electric keyboard riffs, wah-wah effects, alto and tenor saxes. ‘The Smile On My Face’ is a delicious mid-tempo groove which features the legendary Cornell Dupree (rip) on guitar. A trademark of Kip’s song writing is telling stories which create vivid images in one’s mind, listen intently to these lyrics and bask in the message of being free and ‘on the road’.

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Girl Don't Leave Me

7" | 2022 | UK | Original (Epsilon)

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Janko Nilovic & The Soul Surfers

Two Tales For The Mind

7" | Original (Broc Recordz)

Release: Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Lisa Bello / Jherimi Harmoni

Dream Again / Rain On My Star

The Voices Of East Harlem

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Izipho Soul have delved deep into James Day’s musical catalog and unearthed two gems from 2012 which were born to be released on a 7”. Influenced by the great Philly Soul and Motown songwriting teams, vocalists Lisa Bello and Jherimi Harmoni give world class performances and saxophonist Joe Cunningham takes them home with soul and passion.

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Can You Feel It

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

Surprise Chef / Minoru Mraoka

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Dynamite Cuts 45s series is so excited to be releasing another rare-groove club classic by the Voices of East Harlem. “Can you feel it” part one – is a mid-tempo sexy soul groover. On the flip for the first time is Part two, this sensual laid-back, hand clap vibes super funk, and a must for the 45s collectors. Both tracks arranged by the soul vibes master Leroy Hutson.

Perfectly pair up.

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The Positive And The Negative

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

You Are The Universe (Michele Chiavarini Remix Edit) / The Glow Of Love (Rob Hardt Remix Edit)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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

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Full Flava

7" | 2021 | UK | Original

Fever Raging Out Of Control / The Last To Know

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Michele Chiavarini Remix of Full Flava’s “You Are The Universe”, featuring the vocals of CeCe Peniston, went Top 10 on the Traxsource Top 100 Tracks earlier this year. His soulful house makeover of a song originally recorded by the Brand New Heavies in the Nineties continues to receive heavy airplay and club play around the world.

This first ever Full Flava 7-inch vinyl release sees it coupled with the Rob Hardt Remix of “The Glow of Love”, which features a brilliant vocal performance from Donna Gardier.

Full length versions of both mixes are included on the recently released Full Flava 2CD “Refreshed”.

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Lorraine Silver

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Kobalt)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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What's It All About / Watch The Clock

The Counts

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Soul Junction)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Fabulous Counts were originally a teenage instrumental group of five musicians, Mose Davis (Organ and Piano), Demetrius ‘Demo’ Gates (Alto Saxophone and vocals), Jim White (Tenor Sax), Andrew T. Gibson (Drums) and Raoul Keith Mangrum (Percussion and Flute) who were later joined by the older, more experience Leroy Emanuel (Guitar and vocals). Emmanuel was invited into the group as it’s band leader by the groups manager Fred McClure, a former Detroit boxing champion who also happened to be the manager of another popular Detroit group the singing Metro’s of the hit recording “Sweetest One” fame and their subsequent respected RCA album of the same name. The Fabulous Counts would often perform at shows as the Metro’s backing band.

The Fabulous Counts first big break came after knocking several Detroit Record labels doors. They were eventually invited in by Ollie McLaughlin’s Moira studio to record, under the tutelage of Popcorn Wylie the one take hit “Jan, Jan (Moira-103). A further two Moira 45’s followed of which “Get Down People/Lunar Funk “(Moira-108) also scored high on the R&B charts. Through a deal arranged by McLaughlin The Counts released their respected “Jan, Jan” album on the Atlantic distributed Cotillion label in 1969. Moving on to Armen Boladian’s Westbound label, during 1970 the group simply changed their name to The Counts and charted with their 1971 “What’s Up Front” Westbound album, also releasing a solitary 45 “Thinking Single/Why Not Start All Over Again”. In 1972 while still part of the Westbound set up The Counts recorded two major label 45’s under the pseudonyms of Bad Smoke “Crawl Ya’ll Part 1&2” (Chess-2124) and Lunar Funk “Mr Penguin Part 1&2” (Bell 45-172), the latter being thier biggest hit. A subsequent move to Atlanta, GA saw The Counts sign with Michael Thevis’s Aware records where they recorded a further two successful albums “Love Sign” (1973) and “Funk Pump” (1975), plus a string of 45’s. In 1976 although officially never breaking up The Counts members went their separate ways to explore different life opportunity’s.

During 1978 and while still in Atlanta Leroy Emanuel borrowed money from his family and reuniting with his fellow Counts, Mose, Demo, and Jimmy Jackson Jr, they, accompanied by a local strings section recorded a session of material that spawned two songs “What’s It All About” and “Motorcity”. Which Leroy later made a deal with Terry Mendelson to release on a 45 on his TM label. The Counts had previously known Mendelson through his brother Bernie at Westbound. The TM 45 made very little noise with many of the copies having mispressed labels. Although later reissued and mistakenly credited as two previously unissued Westbound recordings on several latter Cd compilations it came to light that quite a few avid European soul collectors actually owned copies of this high quality, very elusive and desirable 45! With demand still seemingly high it seems a good time for Soul Junction to reissue it. The A-side, “What’s It All About” features its composer Leroy Emanuel on lead vocals with the other Counts adding to the backing chorus. The flipside of this 45 from the same session is the previously unreleased Mose Davis penned “Watch The Clock” which is more in keeping with the Counts traditional funk groove, enjoy.

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Cornell Cc Carter

I'm Here / The Moment

At Last! Orange Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Following on from the continued success of Next Life, Izipho Soul are proud to announce Cornell CC Carter’s second 7” single from the album: I’M Here / THE Moment.

Hand picked for your delectation - I’M Here which is a mesmerizing stepper and THE Moment a modern day Curtis Mayfield style vibe. The team are thrilled with having the foresight to have selected these two scorchers to go together on one record!

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Etta James

LP | 1961 | EU | Reissue (Dol)

Release: 1961 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Outta Sight)

Sam Dees

Lonely For You Baby

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Shake Off That Dream / Try Something New

Eddie Bullips

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Outta Sight)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1985 | JP | Original (Motown)

Stevie Wonder

In Square Circle

LP | 1977 | JP | Original (H & L)

Release: 1985 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: Near Mint, Cover: Near Mint

Japanese pressing with OBI and insert in embossed gatefold.

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The Stylistics

New Excellent

12" | 2021 | UK | Original (Brainfeeder)

Release: 1977 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG+

Japanese pressing with OBI and insert.

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Hiatus Kaiyote

Canopic Car

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 1969 | US | Original (Motown)

Four Tops

Four Tops Now!

Don't turn your back on me

Release: 1969 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG, Cover: VG

US original. Cover with stickers and promo stamp

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Front Line Orchestra

12" | 1982 | US (RFC)

LP | 1986 | US | Original (Omni)

Release: 1982 / US

Genre: Organic Grooves

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/ long version

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Blue Magic

Greatest Hits

Release: 1986 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG+

Cover with bumped corner

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Cornell Cc Carther

Don't You Love It / Real

Watcha Wanna Do / In My Life Coke Bottle Green Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Izipho Soul are thrilled to announce the first 7” single taken from Cornell CC Carter’s highly anticipated album, Next Life.

The man CC, along with his production team have devoted the past two years to write, produce and sing on no less than thirteen songs for your delectation. 70s / 80s soul and funk influences are inextricably intertwined throughout the album, and we have selected Don’t YOU Love IT and Real for the first vinyl offering. We hope you relish these song choices - mid tempo magic, backed with ballad beauty!

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Derek Damian

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Watcha Wanna Do / In My Life

Derek Damian

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Superstition / Shades Of Hades

The Button Down Brass

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

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 1967 | UK | Reissue (Tay-Ster)

Lillie Bryant

Mamma / Meet Me Halfway

Release: 1967 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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You're So Far Away / Nigel Lowis Mix

Rena Scott

Isn't She A Pretty Girl / Love's Knockin'

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Izipho Soul are extremely proud to announce our continued partnership with the legendary Rena Scott! Rena delved into her musical vault and retrieved a song which we are thrilled to release on a vinyl 45. ‘You’re So Far Away’ is a tale of the frustrations of a long distance love affair and Rena’s sensuous vocals over this thumping dance tune will surely rattle your woofers! The idea of developing a further spin to the project was born via the majestic Nigel Lowis and his hot new mix. Rena recorded fresh vocals and the layers were constructed piece by piece - you will hear this attention to detail as the song unfolds. We hope you enjoy these distinctly different versions; the work and dedication from all involved in getting this record to market has been immense.

Packaged in a beautifully designed picture sleeve.

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Alexander Morris

7" | UK (Izipho Soul)

Release: UK

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Angel Dove Global / 812 Records / JAM Deuce / Izipho Soul Records are proud to present the first vinyl release from the current lead singer of The Four Tops - the soulful, raw and real Alexander Morris! Upon hearing ‘pretty Girl’ you are probably asking yourself, how on earth has this new recording got such an authentic ‘Northern Soul’ vibe - well the answer is the musicians are the cream of Detroit players, led by Earl Van Dyke Jr. - music director, arranger and conductor for The Four Tops. Written and produced by fellow ‘Top’, the legendary Ronnie McNeir. Our thanks extend to Ronnie for allowing Alex to stamp his own mark on this Detroit classic. Love’s Knockin’ was set to be recorded by The Temptations until Dr Marlin McNichols used all his powers of persuasion to keep it ‘in house’ and we are so pleased he did. Immerse yourself into this slow jam - two minutes in and there’s no going back - the truly outstanding close ‘God did make little green apples…..’ will leave you wanting more!

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Arthur Foy

Love Dreams / Love Storm

London Fields Feat. Joel Culpepper

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Izipho Soul are thrilled to announce our forthcoming 45!

Alabama born, Mississippi raised and Louisiana transplanted native, Arthur Foy was a must see entertainer with his own band and show. In 1980 he recorded the absolute masterpiece: ‘Love Dreams’. Rich soulful vocals, expert instrumentation, production and ‘never enough Rhodes’ are everything that a gifted ear craves for.

The original MCS 45 is owned by only a select bunch of DJs and discerning collectors; a proven rarity with only seven copies documented on Popsike.

On the flip we present the southern strutter - ‘Love Storm’ - a song that builds as the title suggests. Co-produced and written with the legendary Carl Marshall adds to the credentials and charm. Sadly Arthur passed away in 2018, his music and performing meant everything to him; we are therefore proud to play our part in his musical legacy and dedicate this record to his memory.

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DJ Yoda

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Lewis)

2LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Decca)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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R&B Star Joins Yoda For A London Anthem. Smooth Jazzy R&B Sounds Combine Yoda's Lush Prodection With Joel Culpepper Sublime Vocals. Culpepper Has Collaborated With The Likes Of Swindle And Supported Stevie Wonder And Lalah Hathaway To Name But Two. He Has Been A Bbc Introducing 'Artist Of The Week' And His Colors Session Has Over 13 Million Views.

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Diana Ross

Thank You

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Ashes To Ashes / Island Girl

Jahrukus

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Soul Messin')

Original Grooves: Ella In Berlin: Mack The Knife / Summertime Record Store Day 2021 Edition

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Jahrukus (Jah-ruckus) are a soulful roots-reggae collective, paying homage to the early Tuff Gong era whilst forging their own musical identity. Active on the Melbourne club scene circa 2005-08, the five-piece ensemble won local and international acclaim via their exciting live shows. Featuring Jake Mason on keys (Cookin’ on 3 Burners), Jason Heerah on drums (Elecrric Empire) and Tona Kopa (INXS/Cold Chisel), their sole recorded output, their self-titled album released in 2008, sold out a limited run direct to fans at shows. For the first time, two incredible recordings from the original CD get a much over-due remaster and vinyl release courtesy of Soul Messin’ Records, Australia’s home of soul and jazz.

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Ella Fitzgerald

LP | 1960 | EU | Reissue

Release: 1960 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Lost Tapes Volume 1 Black Vinyl Edition

Tony Cook

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Happy Milf)

12" | 2021 | EU | Original (Wisdom Teeth)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Happy Milf Records are proud to present Tony Cook’s The Lost Tapes Vol. 1, a 4 track EP, consisting of all original Modern Funk/Proto-House previously unreleased songs. The legendary Tony Cook, one of the most influential artists of Funk music, and James Brown’s drummer, has produced many great records since the early 80’s, from Boogie, Electro Funk, and House Music. This EP showcases the versatility of Tony Cook’s creative repertoire and is a testament to his very unique style of production.

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Iglew

Light Armour

Elbernita "Twinkie" Clark

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Cult Uk Producer Iglew Returns With His Highly Anticipated Sophomore Record After A Six Year Hiatus, Finding A Perfect Home On Facta And K-Lone's Label, Wisdom Teeth. Iglew First Burst Through During The Instrumental Grime Boom Of The Mid-'10s, Debuting On Mr Mitch's Gobstopper Imprint With The Now-Verified Classic 'Urban Myth' Ep. A Run Of Massive Edits, Remixes, Radio Rips, Plus A Feature On Legendary Label Boxed Followed - And Then He Went Into Hiding. Six Years On, His Follow-Up Ep Expands And Consolidates His Sound Into Something Truly Unique And Distinct. His Central Talents - Glacial Synth Work, Timeless Melodies, Pristine Sound Design - Are All On Show Here In Abundance, But Twisted To Fit New, Refreshed Patterns And Structures. 'Caffeine Dream' Is Mutant Uk Techno That Offsets Distorted Bass And Glitching Synths Against Warm Chords And A Noodling Melody. 'Gold' Is Cool And Stepping, Sitting Somewhere Between Early Night Slugs And The Refracted Deep House Of DJ Python. Title Track 'Light Armour' Is The Ep's Understated Climax - A Lowlit And Psychedelic Take On Modern Pop, Sounding Something Like A Charli Xcx Record A&R'd By The Freerotation Crew. To Close, 'Microfunk Lament' And 'Hakwsworth Woods' Lean Into Microhouse And Reich-School Minimalism, Putting Iglew's Immense Knack For Melody And Soul On Full Display.

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Awake O Zion / Power

12" | 2021 | EU | Original (South Street Disco)

Oh Lord, What Are You Doing To Me / If You're Leaving (Take Me With You)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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One of the greatest gospel disco records of all time from Detroit’s Elbernita "Twinkie" Clark gets its first ever 12 inch pressing courtesy of South Street Disco. Formerly of the Clark Sisters, Elbernita went solo in ’79 and after a debut album she let loose the ’81 follow-up ‘Ye Shall Receive Power’. ‘Awake o Zion’ is the jaw-dropping, gospel disco dancefloor destroyer cut of choice from the album and now rightly receives a full length, 6 minutes of joy, loud and proud, 12 inch pressing. Favoured by the likes of Hunee, Antal, Sadar Bahar and Motor City Drum Ensemble to name only a handful. On the flip the truly epic, organ-led, body slammer, ‘Power’, sure to convert any naysayers out there. Heavenly goodness for your ears, eyes and mind.

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Bobby Barnes

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Soul 4 Real)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Straight From The Decks 2

Guts

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Pura Vida Sounds)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A Million Things / No Way To Stop It

Jimmy Gresham

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Soul 4 Real)

12" | 2021 | UK | Original (Wah Wah 45s)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Soul4Real bring you the last 45 in their trio of previously unreleased Jimmy Gresham Playground Studios recordings from the mid-70’s; a perfect tribute to a great but under-recognized talent.

“A Million Things” has been a huge collaborative effort, meticulously pieced together in 2020 from an unfinished vocal track. Jimmy’s trademark rich, velvet voice, imbued with soul and inflected with a large pinch of southern grit, has been complemented perfectly by the addition of multitalented Marc Franklin’s evocative vibes, horn and string arrangements. Clayton Lancaster laid down the gorgeous, choppy guitar licks which drive the whole mid-tempo groove, and the absolute pinnacle is formed by the glorious, soaring backing vocals of Jimmy’s sister, Mary.

A recording that sounds as though everybody had been in that same Florida studio in the mid-70’s, bouncing off each other’s talent, on a day when they could feel the electricity in the air and they knew something special had been created.

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SAM

American Cars

Al 'Man' Muntzie And The Embraceables

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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Wah Wah 45s make a welcome return to the world of re-issues. Having started out over two decades ago releasing dance floor funk from Benny Poole, Cheyenne Fowler and The Googie Rene Combo, and later re-releasing obscure Kompa-funk from Haitian pianist Henri Pierre Noel, they now turn their attention to an overlooked early 90s acoustic soul gem.
About thirty years ago, music teacher and budding producer Alex Boyesen found himself working as part of the Haringey Music Workshop - a community programme and outreach project funded by the local council in Haringey, North London (coincidentally the area in which the Wah Wah head office is now based!).
"Anyone could come and get lessons for free - ranging from piano, sax, guitar, drums, bass, singing and workshops including choral, jazz band and more." Alex Boyesen
It was during that time that Alex came across a young Sam Edwards.
"One day I went into one of the rehearsal rooms and there, by herself, was this girl playing a piano and singing. It was the most incredible voice I had ever heard."
Before long, the pair were playing all over London as a duo with Alex on guitar and Sam on vocals.
"Sam had never had professional training, she was simply an utter natural."
The Haringey Music workshop was connected with other projects in the borough, in particular a community project called the Selby Centre. Here they ran training programs for young people and one of these was a music business course. The idea was that they found an artist, recorded them and then promoted them. One way or the other they ended up picking Alex and Sam to be on their roster.
"My good friend Nixon Rosembert was brought in to oversee the recordings and they hired the Islington Music Workshop to do the recording. We got musicians from the Haringey Music Workshop to play on the sessions and spent a day recording two songs -American CarsandLife. The training workshop had created a label called Progression Music and out the record went."
Three decades later and out of the blue Alex started to get interest again in the record he'd almost forgotten about all those years ago. It had become something of a sought after gem on Discogs, and there seemed to be an interest in that 'acoustic soul' sound once again.
"I got three people asking if they could re-release it and finally here we are with Wah Wah 45s doing the business after all these years."
It was Hospital Records and Wah Wah 45s founder, Chris Goss, who first brought the idea of releasing this record to the table.
"This is a really special record for me, picked up 30 years ago, from a young James Lavelle at Honest Jon's in Ladbroke Grove. Sam Edwards would go on to perform and write songs with North London's Izit, the acid jazz collective fronted by Tony Colman - with whom I have built a music company, these past 25 years. Alex Boyeson worked with Tony at the Haringey Arts Project, who produced a one-off vinyl release of Alex's two compositions back in 1991. Thanks to Alex and Tony, we have been able to clean-up the original audio, uncover photos and lyric sheets to present, with real love and affection, these two lost gems from a bygone era." Chris Goss, Feb 2021.
The project was then expanded by Dom Servini, who got heavy disco legend Ashley Beedle and co-label owner and erstwhile producer Adam Scrimshire in to take on remix duties.
"When approached by Dom Servini to reworkAmerican CarsI had no idea about the history of the original song. After a good listen myself and studio partner Darren Morris set to work and all I can say that it was a lovely experience keeping the vibe of the original but giving it a spaced out feel in true Afrikanz On Marz fashion." Ashley Beedle, Feb 2021.
"Remixing without multi-tracks always brings a bunch of challenges, getting the balance between the bass and drums in the original and what you want to do with your own version. The song really dictates certain things to you.
But it was such a pleasure to explore that with this beautiful song and vocal performance. So many ways to approach it. I just wanted to draw out more of the melancholy in the original and make it an absorbing experience." Adam Scrimshire, Feb 2021.
Perhaps the last word should be given to Alex himself, who's very much enjoying the new lease of life that his music with Sam is getting.
"As I write this we are trying to locate her, she's somewhere singing something, that's all she ever did. Thanks for being part of my life Sam and I am so glad that this small bit of that time is being remembered." Alex Boyesen, Feb 2021.

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Die Happy / Die Happy (Instrumental) Black Vinyl Edition

7" | 1976 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

LP | 1979 | US | Original (Tappan Zee)

Release: 1976 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Official Mr Bongo Soul Reissue We stumbled onto Al Muntzie's under the radar soul beauty 'Die Happy' after conducting an interview with Joe Quarterman for a feature on our website. It got us salivating about the prospect of further productions, which Joe had recorded, but had perhaps been overlooked. 'Die Happy' was originally released in 1976 and was the only release on S.B. Moon Records. The record has a crossover vibe as it sits beautifully between modern soul, funk, and proto-disco. Initial research didn't shed much light onto the background of the song. The trail was sparse, other than the record appearing on the sales list of rare-soul collectors and record dealers. So we decided to go back to the source and find out about the record directly from Joe himself. "I met Al Muntzie through my bass guitar player, Elliot Adams. Elliot informed me that Al was looking for a song that was funky and suitable for a group. At that time, 1976 - 79, I had written the words and melody to 'Die Happy" and Elliot cranked out a mean bass part that gave the song life. He should be credited as co-writer for his outstanding bass part. At this time my band, FreeSoul, had dis-banded and worked as sideman musicians. Elliot and I made a demo of the song on a cassette and we let Al Muntzie hear it: he liked it. We set a recording date at the Omega Recording Studio in northern Virginia. We used a combination of two bands; FreeSoul and Experience Unlimited (eu). Al sang lead vocal and me and the Embracebles did the background vocals. Al was very cooperative and did not say much during the session. He followed my direction and got the job done. The session took all day into the late evening hours where we mixed and mastered the tune to perfection. We had a good time creating this work of art." We are forever thankful to Joe for giving us the opportunity to present this fantastic production by Al, Elliot, and Joe, and to give it the new lease of life, which it rightfully deserves.

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Bob James & Earl Klugh

One On One

Release: 1979 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Medium: VG, Cover: VG

Tape | 2021 | US | Original (Deathbomb Arc)

Ed Balloon

Errvrthing

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Empire)

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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At long last, all four of Ed Balloon's eps are available on physical medium! Until now these breakthrough releases have been digital only. For this special release, Ed Balloon has changed the sequence of all the tracks to create the perfect full length listening experience. Hear his unique brand of pop soulfulness in a totally new way!

Includes the songs from 'No Smoking', 'Yellow 20-Somethings', 'Flourish', and 'I Hate it Here'.

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Robin Thicke

On Earth, And In Heaven

7" | 2021 | US | Original (King Pari)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Marking his first full-length album in six years, Five-Time Grammy Award nominee and diamond-selling performer, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Robin Thicke makes a return in 2021 with the long awaited new album, "On Earth, and in Heaven." Setting the stage for the record, the scorching single "That's What Love Can Do," ignited this new flame and hit #1 on the Urban A.C. charts. The second single, "Forever Mine," garnered high praise from Vibe, and has already amassed over 2 million Spotify streams and counting. Presenting the same bold, bright, and boisterous R&B that turned him into a household name, he ascends to new heights on his eighth full-length album.

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King Pari

Sunshine

Sound Of Superbad Ft. Robert Imtume Owens

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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King Pari is an almost accidental project. Cameron Kinghorn and DJ Stepmom didn’t even set out to start a band. When Joe (DJ Stepmom) texted Cameron some jams whipped up on his tape machine, Cameron hit him back with “what is this? I want in”. Ten minutes before they first linked up, Joe built the loop for their first single, ‘Sunshine,’ which they then wrote on the spot in a flurry on collective inspiration. The rest of their forthcoming ‘mary EP’ grew from recording sessions in Joe’s Northeast Minneapolis bedroom, a guest house in New Orleans and a cabin in rural Wisconsin. Minneapolis left an obvious mark — the influence of Prince and the Minneapolis Sound, approached from a fresh psychedelic angle. It’s been called stonersoul, lo-fi R&B, dub meets 80’s electro with a heavy dose of funk. Grab it now through Earcave via PPU.. And stay tuned for their second Single "Come Inside" on PPU early 2021.

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Vibration

LP | 1983 | JP | Original (Motown)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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SOUND OF SUPERBAD FT. ROBERT IMTUME OWENS - VIBRATION (Original Version) / VIBRATION (S.O.S. Vibe Mix)

IZIPHO SOUL RECORDS are thrilled to collaborate once again with Sound Of Superbad. If you thought ‘I Want ‘Cha’ was great, the bar has well and truly been raised with ‘Vibration’!

We are honoured to welcome Chicago-based singer extraordinaire Robert IMtume Owens. Robert’s rich and mellifluous voice, layered over Sound Of Superbad’s sophisticated production values are a match made in musical heaven.

On the B Side we present the ’S.O.S. Vibe Mix’, which is heavier on the percussion, with extra strings and synths; all are fuelled by Robert’s trademark soaring vocals.

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Lionel Richie

Can't Slow Down

Jackie Trent / Lorriane Silver

Release: 1983 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG+

Japanese pressing with OBI and insert. Copy closer to NM

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You Baby / Lost Summer Love

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Outta Sight)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I Know You Care / It's Your Love Remastered Edition

Ethel Beatty

12" | 2021 | EU | Original (Expansion)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Jerry Williams / Swamp Dogg

Oh Lord, What Are You Doing To Me / If You're Leaving (Take Me With You)

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Soul 4 Real)

Boogie / You've Just Been Bitten

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 400 copies worldwide on Soul4Real

Collectors of black American music have long revered maverick genius Jerry Williams Jr. a.k.a. Swamp Dogg. His brilliant songwriting and unique voice have left indelible imprints on soul for decades, and Soul 4 Real Records are proud to add a Swamp 45 to their ever-growing catalogue.

Both these tracks make their vinyl debut here. If you saw Swamp perform “Oh Lord” at 2019’s Soul 4 Real weekender, it’s a memory you’ll treasure forever. Swamp’s exquisite studio version of the soul standard was recorded in 1967 as a follow-up to “Baby You’re My Everything”, but inexplicably stayed unissued for 40 years.

Almost 40 years have also passed since Swamp recorded his demo of “If You’re Leaving”, a song from his “lost” country album on Mercury. Never issued anywhere before, it’s a rare chance to hear work-in-progress from one of soul’s most beloved artists.

As he enters his seventh decade of recording, Swamp continues to be active and musically provocative. A man of many names and many talents, here’s Swamp Dogg at his vintage best!

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John Bartel

7" | UK | Reissue (Dynamite Cuts)

Release: UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 1976 | EU | Reissue (South Street Disco)

Rare Pleasure

Let Me Down Easy

Love Will Come / She's So Confused

Release: 1976 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The instantly recognisable, Northern / Modern Soul crossover, Rare Pleasure – Let Me Down Easy, featuring the entrancing Sandy Barber on lead vocals, gets a much-welcomed official reissue on 7" for RSD. A classic in it’s own right, alongside being expertly sampled by David Morales for the house anthem ‘Needin’ U’, original’s trade hands for £100+ so an official reissue is long overdue.

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Patty And The Emblems

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (MD)

Jackie Wilson / Doris & Kelley

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Hailing from Camden in New Jersey, Pat Russell was the core of the Patty ( Patti) and the Emblems and was supported by Eddie Watts, Vance Walker and Alexander Wildes with the fantastic harmonies that showed the Doo Wop heritage of the band. This 45 brings

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Because Of You / You Don't Have To Worry

7" | 1973 | UK | Reissue (Deptford Northern Soul Club)

Release: 1973 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Soul legend Jackie Wilson’s 1973 Brunswick single is a smooth, hook-laden, vibe-driven classic that goes for £80 and upwards. In typically fine voice, Jackie’s ‘Because Of You’ is an aching tale of the power of love that’s irresistible. ? Backed with Dori

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Rena Scott

Driftin On A Dream

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Regime

Never Going To Stop

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I Want To Be In Love / Tell Your Boyfriend

Rushing

LP | 1983 | US | Original (Motown)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sublime, Unreleased Real Soul Alert!

Rushing - I Want TO BE IN Love / Tell Your Boyfriend

JAM City (Chicago, Usa) & Izipho Soul Records (Surrey, UK) collaborate to bring you one of the finest discoveries of the year, tracked down and first played on Starpoint Radio’s Soul Sermon Show. Blown away on first listen, we knew what we had to do and quickly got to work with producer and writer Al Wordlaw. Back in the late 80s, the singer simply known as ‘Rushing’ was a local sensation, performing to sold out crowds whenever he was booked for Chicagoland performances; no surprise when you hear these incredible vocals!

Both songs were recorded in 1987, but never released. Thankfully the original reels were kept and have been restored, transferred and mastered for a vinyl release thirty three years later!

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Bobby Nunn

Private Party

V.S.O.P Sessions / Aaron Choulai

Release: 1983 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG+

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Dance With Me / Dragon Child

7" | 2018 | JP | Original (Key Of Life+)

The Assembly Line / Gonna Blow Your Mind

Release: 2018 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Japan import! Better don't sleep!

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Commodores

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

Barbara Carr & Roy Roberts / Eddie Floyd:

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Dynamite cuts are again proud to be the first label to release one of the all-time Funk and soul club classics. The famous Video man break as it was known back in the day of hip hop djing. “the Assembly Line” by Commodores is not only a superb drum sample but it is also a banging tune with the great story of life!

On the flip is the super funky “Gonna blow your mind” which believe me if you like it funky, Hold on!!

These amazing track are all Must Have 45s Cuts! Loaded with classic B-Boy break, Loops and club dancers.

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

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

Ronn Colbert / Ronn & Selah

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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Just One Kiss Away / Tell Me What I Wanna Hear

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The George Semper Orchestra

Got To Find A Way To Make Some Money / The Weight

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

I Can't Stop The Rain / Questions

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 600 copies!

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David Ruffin

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Expansion)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Exercise My Love / I Don't Know What It Is, But It Sure Is Funky Fashion Remix

Ripple 2.20

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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12" | 2020 | US | Original (Fantazy)

Beatfanatic

Ewf & Mj Reworks

You Girl / Kiss A Good Thing Goodbye

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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The prolific Swede is at it again with two tasty remixes. "fantasy" by Earth, Wind & Fire gets remixed on the A-side while on the flip Michael JACKSON's classic ballad "human Nature" gets tweaked and reworked. Limited hand stamped white label.

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Wendell Watts

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Outta Sight)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Mark Johnson

Daydream

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Lou Courtney & Lee Dorsey

Trying To Find My Woman / Give It Up

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Deptford Northern Soul Club)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Delreys Incorporated & Oscar Wright

Destination Unknown / Fell In Love

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Deptford Northern Soul Club)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Klaus Doldinger + Passport

Lifelike

2LP | 1980 | DE | Original (Atlantic)

Release: 1980 / DE – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie

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Used Vinyl

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Dutch Robinson

Can't Say Goodbye / Ego

2LP | 1984 | US | Original (Rounder)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We are elated to collaborate with cult soul man Dutch Robinson, one of the original lead singers of The Ohio Players, and known for the modern soul anthem ‘Can’t Get Along Without You’.
For this 7” single we present two scintillating songs from 2013: ‘Can’t Say Goodbye’ and ‘Ego’.
Dutch is blessed with an incredible five octave vocal range, and along with his songwriter/producer partner Aaron Hamblin, they create magical music overflowing with thought provoking lyrics and real instruments! Limited edition of 300

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Solomon Burke

Soul Alive!

Release: 1984 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: G+, Cover: VG

LP | 1974 | US | Original (Dakar)

Hamilton Bohannon

Keep On Dancin'

LP | 1964 | US | Original (Smash)

Release: 1974 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG, Cover: VG

Vinyl with scuffs and hairlines

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James Brown

Grits & Soul

Elaine Overholt, Judy Tate And Colina Phillips

Release: 1964 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: G+, Cover: G+

Original US stereo pressing. Copy close to VG

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Direct-To-Disc

LP | 1977 | CA | Original (Kiras Musical Works)

I Wanna Know / Sweet High (1981)

Release: 1977 / CA – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG

Sticker on cover.

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Jewell Bass

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Soul 4 Real)

George & Glen Miller / The Millers

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Malaco has long been a favourite label of mine and I always felt that Jewel Bass was a huge talent that never realised her potential there. She was somehow was overtaken by the likes of Dorothy Moore, Denise Lasalle and Fern Kinney in the “pecking order“ down in Jackson, MS. Jewel sang countless backing vocals for such luminaries as Johnnie Taylor, Tommy Tate, Jean Knight, Eddie Floyd, Bobby Bland and many others, and was featured in bands like the Carbon Copies, Natural High and Centaura.

Both of these tracks which have lain undiscovered until now were recorded in 1981 in International Recording Studio, Pearl, Mississippi, and are two contrasting delights for soul fans.

“I Wanna know“ is a mid-tempo shuffler with hints of a “Joy & Pain” riff in there and definitely one for the most discerning dancefloors. ”Sweet High” is a so soulful string laden ballad on which Jewel´s vocals are launched effortlessly into the heights on the back of an impressive production.

Enjoy these two fine examples of real soul music exhumed from the vaults for your pleasure.

(Bob Cosby)

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Easing / Version

7" | 1979 | UK | Reissue (Third World)

I'm New Here 10th Anniversary Expanded Edition

Release: 1979 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Disco crossover track originally on UK label Third World, 1979.

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Gil Scott-Heron

2CD | 2020 | UK | Original (XL)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Izipho Soul)

Jason Anthoney Wright

Reset To Zero

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Beckett)

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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IZIPHO SOUL RECORDS are thrilled to be releasing JASON ANTHONEY WRIGHT’S 2008 masterpiece, RESET TO ZERO on a 7’’ single!
Produced by Absolute’s Paul Wilson and Andy Watkins, RESET TO ZERO is one of the finest pieces of U.K. retro soul.
The soaring lead vocals, layered over a soulful groove has made this a respected song on the musically knowledgeable rare soul scene, whilst still maintaining that wider reaching appeal a feat only achieved by very few compositions. On the B side is the Pete and Steve Lewinson produced Motown flavoured LOOKING THROUGH THE WINDOW

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Garfield Fleming

Don't Send Me Away