Alleviated Records is proud to present the latest ep release from THE IT. Produced by Larry Heard (a.k.a. Mr. Fingers, Loosefingers, etc.) and featuring the unique vocal poetry stylings of Harry Dennis, whom fans will also know from his releases under the moniker of ''Jungle Wonz.'' We hope that dj's, dancers and listeners will enjoy this set of 4 selections with music composed by Larry. Musically Yours!!! More

Re issue of the classic 'Donnie' composed by Larry Heard & Chip E with vocals from Robert Owens from 1986 on DJ International Records. Released in conjunction with the DJ International Records rights holders. Freshly mastered for 2014 and re issued in original 1986 artwork. You won't find a copy that sounds like this! Includes Ron Hardy remix!
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Absolute heavy weight 12inch written by Ron Trent & Tkumah Sadeek - includes a remix of the much in demand 'I will Be There' by Joe Claussell. Essential stuff! True house music!
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DJ Spinna: "Different but totally dope! Glad to see Ron stepping out of his ever so consistent box!"
Volcov: "This is AMAZING all around…."
Global Roots (Worldwide FM): "Ron Trent still introducing us to the future."
Growing up in the 80’s opened doors to the imagination. Like many of us, I watched a lot of music videos just when cable television was on the rise. It introduced me to a new way of storytelling – and because of that, I’ve always liked the idea of cinematic concepts and visual movement.” Ron Trent’s 30+ year oeuvre has encompassed many genres of dance music with a signature, cinematic sound – organic, powerful, and emotive. His new EP WARM treads surprising territories, which to the listener may encompass unexpected influences, while maintaining that sense of space and narrative.
Balearic opener On A Journey feels equal parts Cluster and Yo La Tengo, with cosmic guitars and elastic bass entwining around a strutting drum line, while closer Exhale is a slow, heavy number with New Age and soft rock overtones, pairing natural percussion with subdued bass and deep, emotive guitar. Night Ride has the most familiar sound to listeners – those piano lines, synths, chord progressions, and earthy vocal refrains and percussion – sounding like a long lost production finally seeing the light of day.
Listeners may wonder “This is Ron Trent?” – and upcoming works are bound to also provoke this question; works that are dreamed up and created by one of the most unique and important figures in dance music. Whatever direction Ron Trent may take, what he makes will always be something special. More

Ron Trent teams up with Manoo for the latest outing on his own Future Vision imprint.
’The Sound’ is a deep, dub-informed, atmospheric house track with hearted melodies and a vocal sample woven over a driving, rolling groove. Absolute class throughout from one of Chicago’s finest. More

Ron Trent goes dub heavy with his new alter ego Blak Punk Soundsystem...

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Some proper jazz funk here. Ron Trent executive produced EP that reminds of bands like Atmosfear. With its debut EP on the Future Vision label, is the band created by artist, writer and producer Jared Hines in collaboration with executive producers Ron Trent and Jonesy. Inspired by the Jazz Funk elements of UK outfit Atmosfear and the alternative Disco sounds of Dinosaur L, presented here on this EP are five tracks that embrace the energy of “live” dance music. Reminiscent of the early 80’s Boogie sound, A Band Called Flash will surely capture the attention of the more eclectic, global dance floor.
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