Limited edition Color Vinyl with Special Effect

Tracklist:
1/ LATE METAL
2/ DEIFIED
3/ LEVEL

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I met Thomas Roussel in 2017 at a Pigalle fashion show in Paris. As always with Stéphane Ashpool, the designer of Pigalle,
casting is perfect and the clothes are modern and groundbreaking. But my eyes and ears were intrigued by this retro-futuristic instrument
next to me, the Cristal Baschet. French composer and conductor Thomas Roussel wrote the soundtrack of the show.
He add this magnificent instrument in his "not very classical" orchestra, this is what I immediately loved with him!
He invited us into his world of classical music with a fresh twist, simplicity and audacity.
At the same time I was scratching my head to find something different to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Ed Banger records.
For a long time I had this idea of mixing both electronic and classical music together. Exactly like my heroes Metallica did in 1999 with
the Symphonic orchestra of San Francisco! Thomas Roussel seems the perfect man for this crazy idea. We did Ed Banger 15 together
and we became friends.
Thomas Roussel grew up in Dijon, spent his days at the conservatory and his nights at L’An-Fer, one of the most respected
Techno club in France. Probably the reason why he ended up working with Jeff Mills, on two projects mixing Jeff’s 909 and a classical
orchestra.
By experimenting new ways of using an orchestra, by creating state-of-the-art scenography and producing more ambitious music
he quickly became the man in charge of everything "classica". The list of his collaborations is too long and will ruin this little introduction.
It could sounds like this : Chanel, Apple, Cartier, Kenzo, Nike, Dior…
Performing from Paris to Macau, from Monte Carlo to Dubai and from New York to Beijing!
In 2017 Thomas Roussel released his first album as Prequell with Universal Music.
A successful collaboration that really allows Thomas Roussel to become an artist.
In 2022 Ed Banger records is proud to release Thomas Roussel "LATE METAL" a 3 tracks EP.
Where uplifting orchestration and electronic music composing collide. The perfect soundtrack of a block buster movie mixing
George Lucas & Christopher Nolan generations. It’s also a marker of our time, music boundaries are explosing. It’s time to hear
the London Symphony Orchestra’s strings battling with a Drum’n’Bass beat, a way to DEIFIED classical music.
It’s also a record for your eyes. Art director Andy Picci created an algorthym and gave life to a mercury abstract form. This collaboration
marks the need for Thomas Roussel to always push the boundaries and take his project to another LEVEL.

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The first ever release of Ed Banger records, this is ED001
To celebrate its 18th anniversary, we're happy to announce a limited edition re-press of this 12'' May 28th 2021.

Very limited 12" - 1 run only - White 140 G 12'' vinyl. 4/4 printed sleeve.

Informations :
"Mr Flash "Radar Rider" / A Bass Day "F.I.S.T"
The first ever release of Ed Banger records, this is ED001
To celebrate its 18th anniversary, we're happy to announce a limited edition re-press of this 12'' May 28th 2021.
I'm not going to repeat the story of how I ended up launching a record label while Napster was scaring the whole music industry…
Now I realize Radar Rider sounds like the perfect soundtrack of a disaster movie, in which record stores are closing, distributors are disappearing, a world without music, without life!
We didn't want this! Of course we'll release music from French producers, newcomers and put all our hearts into this new adventure. By accident Ed Banger records was born, 18 years ago. Mr Flash stopped by the office to play me some his beats. He was the French El-P to me, an MPC 3000 genius! I was blow away immediately, his music was talking to me.
I wanted this sound to be the beginning of something I will create with my friends.


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2020 Re Edition with Black Vinyl

Tracklist:
A1 The Sun
A2 All Inclusive
A3 Bingo
B1 Moodoid remix
B2 Cassius remix
B3 Canblaster remix
B4 Mooph's 8-bit cover

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Imagine Mac DeMarco on a boat with French touch legends Cassius,
Canblaster and new pop rising star Moodoid!


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Tracklist :

A1/ SUPERDISCOTECA
B1/ THE BOUNCER
B2/ TALK TO ME


After exploring holidays with " ALL INCLUSIVE ", office life with " MUCHAS " Myd (Club Cheval) is back on Ed Banger Records with his favorite thing, nightclubbing!

" SUPERDISCOTECA " a three tracks EP to make you dance!
SUPERDISCOTECA with his contagious groove will become DJs' favorite weapon
THE BOUNCER more raw and tribal will fits after hours DJ sets
TALK TO ME hypnotic and melancholic but will definitely make you move


Street Marketing planned : Posters will be stick in front of and around records shop and main clubs in London, Paris, Berlin prior the release date




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Limited edition Blue Vinyl

Tracklist:
A1 The Sun
A2 All Inclusive
A3 Bingo
B1 Moodoid remix
B2 Cassius remix
B3 Canblaster remix
B4 Mooph's 8-bit cover

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Imagine Mac DeMarco on a boat with French touch legends Cassius,
Canblaster and new pop rising star Moodoid!


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Territory: World Ex France & UK - "Busy P has recruited one of our favorite new producers for a remix of his new single, 'Genie', and the results are absolutely genius." FACT Magazine

Tracklist:
A1. Genie (feat. Mayer Hawthorne) , A2. Genie (feat. Mayer Hawthorne) [KDA remix] , A3. Genie (feat. Mayer Hawthorne) [FLOW MACHINES remix]
B1. Genie (feat. Mayer Hawthorne) [JOE GODDARD remix], B2. Genie (feat. Mayer Hawthorne) [RECKONWRONG remix]

Short info:
For its 6th release on Ed Banger records BUSY P asked his longtime friend from Los Angeles MAYER HAWTHORNE to write a love song. While the world is going crazy, the only answer is love. The song was recorded between Threesome Studio in Paris and Mayer's own in L.A.

To complete this EP, we've asked UK's finest producers. The mysterious KDA who's topping UK's charts, delivers an infectious remix with mental drums and funky twist. Hot Chip's main man JOE GODDARD has been one of my favorite producer ever. It was about time to have him on board! RECKONWRONG dropped the hottest EP of 2015 on Young Turks sublabel Whities. His remix is pure magic. Exotic beats with techno flavours. Last but not least, we went experimental on this one!

This is the first FLOW MACHINES remix. The goal of Flow Machines is to research and develop Artificial Intelligence systems able to generate music autonomously or in collaboration with human artists.




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2017 Reedition of yet another Cult Classic being out of print since 2008 - Tracklist: A1 ROSS ROSS ROSS A2 HEAD/OFF B WALKMAN
Original 2008 Info:
Erol Alkan lights the fire when he first played « ROSS ROSS ROSS » in his Essential mix. This track became a must have. It’s been almost 6 months… Since then, SEBASTIAN droped a dozen of remixes. Uffie, Kelis, Daft Punk, Mylo, Editors, Kavinsky and more got the SEBASTIAN treatment. Then he concentrated on his own productions to deliver 2 monsters. The dramatico-cut up beat « HEAD/OFF » & the club banger « WALKMAN ». Those tracks have already been tested by the whole Ed Rec crew. « WALKMAN » was the pick time of Ed Banger x Vice party at Sonar this year. SEBASTIAN will release his first album in 2007.

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WORLD EXCL. FR & UK Limited Anniversary Release- double vinyl, second vinyl collecting the best mixes from various 12'' of 2006 & 2007. CD inside is the original album (bonus are exclusive to vinyl)

DJ MEHDI (R.i.p.!!) ´s Classic from 2006, now in a neat 2017 Anniversary re editoon for Because Music /ed banger´s 10th anniversary + Original CD + Bonus LP (Vinyl Only!).
the 10th anniversary re issue : double vinyl, second vinyl collecting the best mixes from various 12'' of 2006 & 2007. CD inside is the original album (bonus are exclusive to vinyl)

Original LP/CD:

A1 – Busy Being Born , A2 – I Am Somebody , A3 – Signatune , A4 – Boggin’, A5 – Always Be An Angel, A6 – Pony Rocking
B1 – Saharian Break, B2 – Lucky Boy, B3 – Wee Bounce, B4 – Leave It Lone , B5 – Hot-O-Momo , B6 – Constellation , B7 – Love Bombing

Bonus LP:
C1 SIGNATUNE - THOMAS BANGALTER EDIT C2 POCKET PIANO- BRODINSKI REMIX D1 I AM SOMEBODY - KENNY DOPE REMIX D2 LUCKY BOY- OUTLINES REMIXES


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New Packaging 2017 Unique Re-edition : Gatefold, Double Vinyl, Poster 60x30, CD

Tracklist :
A-Side: 1/ Genesis 2/ Helix 3/ Phantom 4/ Civilization
B-Side: 1/ Canon 2/ D.A.N.C.E. 3/ Horsepower 4/ Newlands
C-Side: 1/ Stress 2/ Waters of Nazareth 3/ Audio Video Disco
D-Side: 1/ Encore 2/ On'n On 3/ Phantom II

Ten years ago, 'We Are Your Friends' reached our ears and pushed Justice to the front of the scene, a young French duo signed by Pedro Winter on the label he had just created: Ed Banger Records. The record that followed, †, was an album of condensed jerky electro, of disco reminiscences and heavy metal energy, with unstoppable tunes like 'D.A.N.C.E', 'Stress' and 'Phantom', and its videos, allowed Justice to follow the 90's French Touch and its filtered disco loop. Since the release of their debut album in 2007, Justice has been tirelessly touring the world by bus, road festival to festival and concerts all over throughout the planet. Since their first tour, the band developed a powerful stage design that they polished and magnified throughout the years and the gigs. The wall of vintage Marshall amps front of the stage, an imposing cross, impressive light shows, and the sound of Justice totally revisited for the live shows.

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Territoiry: World except France & Uk. 1st time ever re issue of the cult 12'' !
Tracklist: A1 D.A.N.C.E - JACKSON REMIX DO THE J.A.H.C.B A2 : D.A.N.C.E- MSTRKRFT REMIX B1 D.A.N.C.E- LIVE VERSION B2 D.A.N.C.E - ALAN BRAXE & FRED FALKE REMIX


Jackson as a remixer was becoming very discreet, too discreet... Hopefully, "†" inspired him. On his 5 minutes remix, he assimilates at the same time Genesis, Waters of Nazareth, D.A.N.C.E., New Jack to deliver us his own vision of this album: G.L.O.R.I.O.U.S. Coevally devastated and structured, this song is the link between Jackson magnificent and messy environment and Justice Identity. Widely acknowledged as a dancefloor hit, the MSTRKRFT D.A.N.C.E. remix is now available on this 12''. On the B side, Justice, inspired by MSTRKRFT remix, interfered with this track, arranging the song & bringing it to their favourite playground. Alan Braxe & Fred Falke end this 12" with an aerial remix that will please the first hour techno fans...

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2017 Reedition of this Ultimate Breakbot Classic - A must have for any collection. ( if you have not gotten it back then) .

Tracklist: A1 BABY I'M YOURS A2 BABY I'M YOURS- SIRIUSMO REMIX B1 MAKE YOU MINE B2 BABY I'M YOURS- LA FUNK MOB REMIX


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2017 10th Anniversary Re issue of this Classic !
Tracklist: A1 LUCKY GIRL A2 LUCKY BOY - OUTLINES REMIX B1 SIGNATUNE- THOMAS BANGALTER EDIT B2 LUCKY BOY - SURKIN REMIX



Dj Mehdi is back with a second single from his album « Lucky Boy ». To make things easy we choose to put out the track « Lucky Boy » as new single. An exclusive track, 2 remixes and one club edit is the perfect package we propose you, lucky you ! « Lucky Girl » is the follow up of « Lucky Boy », Fafi on the mic, could have been Gwen, but she was busy, and Fafi rocked it anyway. Two of the hottest french producers delivered the remixes.OUTLINES, the parisian duo signed on Jazzanova’s label Sonar Kollektiv droped a slice of 50’s boogie. SURKIN from Institubes label proposed us a trip between Baltimore and Chicago in 4 minutes ! THOMAS BANGALTERwas crazy about « Signatune ». We ask the chief to make a club friendly edit, HOW LUCKY YOU ARE!

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Territory: WORLD EXCLUDING FR & UK - First ever re issue of the classic Ed Banger 2007 compilation (all tracks were exclusive to the compilation)s)

14 track compilation ONLY contains Exclusive tracks (except MR FLASH Disco dynamite & JUSTICE Phantom) and once again, and as always, expect the dopest design around from SO:ME.
Traclist:
A1 –Mr. Oizo Intra , A2 –Uffie Dismissed , A3 –Justice Phantom
B1 –DJ Mehdi Stick It , B2 –Mr. Flash Disco Dynamite , B3 –Krazy Baldhead Strings Of Death, B4 –Feadz Edwrecker
C1 –Busy P 49ers, C2 –DJ Mehdi Lucky Girl , C3 –Busy P Rainbow Man, C4 –Mr. Flash Eagle Eyez
D1 –SebastiAn (6) Greel, D2 –Klaxons Golden Skans To Interzone (So Me Remix), D3 –Vicarious Bliss Limousine (Dub Version)


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2017 10th Anniversary Reiissue of this Oizo Cult Classic EP/2022 REPRESS
Tracks:
A1 HELLO A2 TRANSEXUAL A3 OVOMA B1 PATRICK 122 B2 BLIND CONCERTO


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2017 10th Anniversary Reedition of PEDRO WINTER Classic, if we remember correct it was his first release ever.

Tracks: A1 RAINBOW MAN A2 CHOP SUEY B FANCY "WHAT'S YOUR NAME GAIN"- BUSY P REMIX

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Tracklist LP:

A1. Kinda Love
A2. Reel Back
B1. Watch (I Got This
B2. Mabrouk

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After a very encouraging reception of his first EP "SOUR STROKE" released in 2016 (supported by Laurent Garnier, Skream and Mr Oizo), the young Parisian producer is back on Ed Banger records in January 2017. Clearly set for clubs this second maxi "KINDA LOVE" makes you feel joy and love like the dancefloors we always keep in mind or these we dream of. Expect four generous pieces and a "handmade" clip that will be released a few days before Valentine's Day ?




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Release 25.11.2015 - World excl. FR & UK
LP BEC5156617 UPC: 5060421566177 - Special remarks: 2 Black Vinyl LPs in gatefold sleeve with CD included

Tracklist LP
A1. OK Then / A2. Sea Horses (feat. Tetanos) / A3. Freezeing Out (feat. Peaches) / A4. Oiseaux
B1. Ruhe (feat. Boys Noize) / B2. No Tony (feat. Phra) / B3. TheEnd of the World (feat. Skrillex)
B4. The One You BuyTHE ONE YOU BUY
C1. All Wet (feat. Siriusmo) / C2. Chairs (feat. Mocky) / C3. Your Liver
D1. Hand in the Fire (feat. Charli XCX) / D2. Low Ink / D3. Goulag Drums / D4. Useless

The CD included in this vinyl edition features the 15 tracks in the same order

Short info:
Mr Oizo (aka Quentin Dupieux), the French producer and pioneer of modern electro alongside Daft Punk, Air and Cassius simply can't and won't stop working. Having released 5 studio albums, 4 OSTs, a multitude of EPs and directed 6 movies over the past 20 years, the 'Godfather' is back with a new album. And this time, he is not alone as the tracklist features an impressive selection of quality guests: Peaches, Boys Noize, Skrillex and Charli XCX among others. This new release will be a new occasion to further explore the mind of one of the most fantastically uncommon artist today. The double LPs + CD edition is a gatefold with yellow vinyl records



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The Standard Edition - Territory - NO Sales to Japan
Ryo Fukui's 1976 highly sought-after jazz masterpiece SCENERY-
LP Edition: Mastered at half speed, 140g vinyl, Sticker

We Release Jazz (WRWTFWW Records' new sister-label) is proud to present its first release, the official reissue of Ryo Fukui's highly sought-after masterpiece Scenery (1976), sourced from the original masters and available on limited edition 180g vinyl mastered at half speed for audiophile sound and on digipack CD.

Unquestionably one of the most important Japanese jazz albums ever recorded, Scenery reveals Ryo Fukui as a miraculously brilliant self-taught pianist fusing modal, bop, and cool jazz influences for a very personal, dexterous and game-changing take on classic standards made famous by Bing Crosby and John Coltrane among others. From "It Could Happen To You" and its serene and calm intro which magically flows into a jubilant and upbeat piece, to the out-of-this-world piano solo of "Early Summer", or the incredible teamwork of "Autumn Leaves" where Fukui leads Satoshi Denpo (bass) and Yoshinori Fukui (drums) into groove heaven, every single note on the album oozes precision, confidence and flair and every single section slides seamlessly into one another, creating a supreme and elegant blend of jazz. Often compared to McCoy Tyner or Bill Evans, Ryo Fukui was a genius in his own right, a true master of his craft whose perfectionism gave birth to some of the greatest music ever recorded. Scenery is his magnum opus and an absolute must-have.

The Hokkaido wizard-pianist followed Scenery with the soulful gem Mellow Dream (also available on We Release Jazz) in 1977. He then focused on improving his live skills, often performing at Sapporo's Slowboat Jazz Club (which he co-founded with his wife Yasuko Fukui) and releasing 2 live albums. Ryo Fukui sadly passed away in March 2016, leaving behind a legacy of works that is sure to captivate jazz lovers for generations to come.


Tracklisting Vinyl LP
A1 It Could Happen To You
A2 I Want To Talk About You
A3 Early Summer
B1 Willow Weep For Me
B2 Autumn Leaves
B3 Scenery


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AAL record on Other People.
Pressed on to wax due to popular demand.

Tracklist:
A 1. THIS OLD HOUSE IS ALL I HAVE 3:39 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
2. I NEVER DREAM 6:46 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
3. SOME KIND OF GAME 6:47 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
B 4. HOPELESS 5:41 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
5. SUCH A BAD WAY 4:53 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
6. FLASH IN THE PAN 7:28 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
C 7. CITYFADE 5:41 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
8. NOW U GOT ME HOOKED 5:51 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
9. KNOW YOU 4:25 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
D 10. YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE ME AND SCREAM 5:35 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)
11. RAVE ON U 9:56 A.A.L (AGAINST ALL LOGIC)


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Triple gatefold heavyweight 180g vinyl, Remastered original LP , Incl. 5 unreleased tracks released for the 1st time on vinyl`see tracklist below for details!


"A mesmerizing Japanese ambient techno masterpiece that that completely rewires how you perceive music" Electronic Beats

"A mountainous Masterpiece. A powerful testament to rave culture's establishment and the birth of a new scene in Japan emerging in the mid '90s. One of Yokota's most celebrated work that merges Japanese new age and minimal techno"
Alex From Tokyo (Japan Vibrations, world famous, Paris)


GENRE/S: Techno, Acid, Ambient

New liner notes by Alex From Tokyo


On July 26th Susumu Yokota's venerated 1994 classic 'Acid Mt. Fuji' is reissued in expanded, deluxe fashion, as part of the 30th anniversary celebrations of the label that originally presented it. Japan's Musicmine - specifically it's electronic subsidiary Sublime Records - released the album on June 29th 1994, simultaneously with Ken Ishii's 'Reference To Difference', as their inaugural joint offering.

'Acid Mt. Fuji' is an enchanting mix of mystical ambient acid and futurist minimal techno, taking the listeners on a psychedelic pilgrimage, where 303, synths and electronic percussion are scented with reverb, echo and forest recordings. Merging Japanese new age and sparse electronica, the recording is free, organic, and energized - proffering a unique blend of early 90s western styles and the essence of his home country.

Yokota originally planned an ambient record, but 'Acid Mt. Fuji' evolved into a concept work featuring the Roland TB-303, which he recorded live at home alongside a sampler, yielding experimental and innovative results.

The longplayer found its muse in the famed 18th-19th century artist Hokusai's red rendition of Mt. Fuji, known as 'Red Fuji' or 'Akafuji'. Part of the painter's renowned 'Thirty Six Views of Mt. Fuji' series from the 1830s, 'Red Fuji' depicts the iconic sacred mountain aglow in red at dawn, symbolizing spirituality and creativity. With references to Japanese folklore, nature and shrines, tracks like 'Kinoko' and 'Meijijingu' invite the listener to immerse themselves in the album's spiritual depths.

Yokota's own homage-to-Hokusai drawing graces the record's cover, and was inspired by the concept of wa (harmony) - highlighting his diverse skills not only as a musician, but an artist and designer too.

'Acid Mt. Fuji' is a powerful testament to the establishment of rave culture in Japan, which rapidly developed within just two years, from 1992 to 1994. Largely due to praise for the breathtaking originality of the LP, within this burgeoning national techno scene, Yokota rose to prominence as one of its key figures.

He then became one of the most renowned artists to emerge from his homeland and enter the global electronic pantheon. He inspired a new wave of Japanese producers and DJs, contributing significantly to the growth of the techno movement in Japan.

Yokota was a solitary figure, an artist who expressed his life through the continuous creation of music. For those seeking something different; mystical, soothing, pristinely ergonomic and uniquely Japanese, this record stands as iconic as Mt. Fuji itself.

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This triple vinyl Deluxe Edition includes the original album's eleven tracks alongside five raw and jacking rare gems, available on wax for the first time, which were previously included only in the Japanese 2016 Deluxe Edition CD.

There are also two digital-only bonus tracks. One is a live performance by Yokota, titled 'Live at Shibuya Beam Hall', which was recorded at Sublime Records' label launch party, held in September 1994. It was previously only released on the aforementioned 2016 Japanese CD edition. This event, titled 'Sublime Records Presents New Style of Electronic Ambient Party' featured performances by Susumu Yokota, Ken Ishii, Yoshihiro Sawasaki, Speedy J and DJ Wada. This ten minute long, rare live recording captures Yokota playing a dynamic, fast paced acid house live jam, using two TB-303s and a drum machine. The other digital only bonus track is an alternative version of 'H', which was discovered recently whilst excavating a DAT.

The liner notes are written by DJ/producer Alex From Tokyo, who was a good friend of Yokota, and experienced the 90s Tokyo club scene first-hand as an insider. His compilation 'Japan Vibrations Vol. 1' captures this golden era, and features music by Prism (Susumu Yokota), Ryuichi Sakamoto, Haruomi Hosono, Yasuaki Shimizu, Quadra (Hiroshi Watanabe) and more.

3LP Vinyl
Catalogue no: MMDS24004LP

Side A
1. Zenmai (2024 Remaster)
2. Kinoko (2024 Remaster)
3. Meijijingu (2024 Remaster)

Side B
1. Saboten (2024 Remaster)
2. Oh My God (2024 Remaster)
3. Tambarin (2024 Remaster)

Side C
1. Oponchi (2024 Remaster)
2. Ao-oni (2024 Remaster)
3. Akafuji (2024 Remaster)

Side D
1. Alphaville (2024 Remaster)
2. Tanuki (2024 Remaster)

Side E
1. Floating G (2024 Remaster)**
2. H (2024 Remaster)**
3. B (2024 Remaster)**

Side F
1. F (2024 Remaster)**
2. 2 H (2024 Remaster)**

**= 5 unreleased tracks released for the 1st time on vinyl.

New liner notes by Martyn Pepperell



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Hyper-limited (300 only) ethereal guitar soul originally cassette only. 2025 first time ever vinyl release, 140g vinyl.


Track List:

A1 I
A2 II
A3 III
A4 IV
A5 V
A6 VI
A7 VII

B1 VIII
B2 IX
B3 X

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Every so often an album of such deceptive genius, of such aesthetic clarity, comes across our desk and transfixes us. Thought Leadership's III Of Pentacles is one such work of art. It's an instant classic and glides into the pantheon of timeless guitar-soul totems. Originally out on cassette only, we present the first ever vinyl issue. It's a hideously limited pressing of 300 for the world, so don't sleep on this.

Thought Leadership has already garnered big support from such tastemakers as Ruf Dug, Jason Boardman, Nathan Gregory Wilkins, J Walk, Evan Woodward, Justin Robertson and Heavenly's Jeff Barrett. The first time we heard III Of Pentacles, we nearly wept at the thought that something so beautiful, so bursting with real hope, could even exist in this brutal world. To quote the Quietus, "imagine if Stockport was situated somewhere along the Pacific Coast Highway rather than the M60, and you’ll have some idea of the coordinates to the post-industrial, sunburnt dream space opened up here."

So, who is Thought Leadership? What do we know about them? They reside in Stockport and are obsessed with ethereal guitar records. That’s about it. That and these X ideas shared with you, the listener.

Captured on a multitrack recorder in a terraced house in Stockport, this is as DIY as it gets. Glaringly obvious is a love for classic Factory and early 4AD. Perhaps it is the proximity to the River Mersey where the ideas arrived, and there being but three miles between where this and the Durutti Column’s classic “LC” was recorded, as the two operate across a familiar aural plain. Be it geographic or otherwise, limited by a true economy of means, namely guitar, pedals and drum machine, the fruit borne from these humble tools has been indelibly shaped by the perma-gloom that hangs low over the Manchester and Stockport environs.

Ushered in on 808 kicks, “I” opens the record as a beautiful Sketch for Stockport; a chiming maj7 chord dripping in chorus and delay sets us on our way. The Vini Reilly comparisons are unavoidable. “II” is all John McGeoch, with its trippy goth-psyche arpeggiated pattern cascading across the stereo image. Do those drums swing? But goths don’t swing?! They do here. We’re treated to a bit of crunch on the lead guitar part and some really lush reverb. We even step forth into shoegaze territory, albeit briefly, for the middle eight. “III”, a firm Be With favourite, continues the dreamy psyche leanings of the previous track, with an even bigger melody this time. We’re hearing The Teardrop Explodes on quaaludes here. A proto-dream pop cut soaked in melancholy. But watch out! The coda finds Johnny Marr has gotten into the ‘ludes and gatecrashed the final bars with some incredibly ignorant B minor pentatonic noodling.

“IV” ditches the drum machine for the first in a suite of three beatless electric guitar duets. The first of these semi-improvised rubato ideas is a striking departure from the earlier playful pieces, coming over emo and moody. Greyscale sulking for Stratocaster. Sign us up. “V” contains some really lyrical phrasing; a gorgeous conversation between two guitars. Real Stopfordian Primitive; meditative, crude, rain-soaked. We cycle through the same feels, then end on an alluring chord that breaks the pattern. Sometimes thoughts are like this. “VI” creeps in all plaintive, then a huge reverberating descending guitar line comes tumbling in like something off those classic Dif Juz 12”s. There’s some Maurice Deebank in there too, for sure, and the coda nods to early Meat Puppets.

“VII” rounds out the A Side, and succinctly presents a summary of all ideas explored thus far on our journey. The drum machine is back, this time with some wispy delay, before both guitars enter together playing interlocking lines. As we start, we end, with the delayed 808 guiding us out.

Opening Side B, “VIII” sees us embark on the other side of our journey as we slow down and space out. The drum machine is here, but the guitars are different now. Think Sensations Fix or Göttsching at his most peeled out. Drones, ambient drifts of broken chords and distorted lead lines all swirl round the mix. Side B is one for headphones for sure. “IX” is almost too exquisite for words. A New Age Mixolydian voyage through the cosmos. If you’re unmoved by the end you’ve probably got no pulse. We were left blunted ineffable by this one, such is the smudged elegance radiating from this idea. All hail the Thought Leader.

“X” is a full circle moment, and a fitting end. If you’ve not already elsewhere across the platter, you will be getting heavy Robin Guthrie vibes from this piece. Like the rest of Side B, this improvised jam sticks within a framework of related chords but the celestial energies channelled might invite us to wander “outside”, especially when the Tubescreamer is engaged.

RIYL Durutti Coulmn, Cocteau Twins, Dif Juz, Sensations Fix, Spike and adjacent guitar musicks – but, ultimately, this is just its own thing; such is the strength of ideas presented. "It’s good music to chill out to." (??)

Be With is honoured to present the first ever vinyl release of III Of Pentacles, carefully remastered by Be With's engineer Simon Francisco to ensure it sounds better than ever after its initial tape release. Cicely Balston's expert skills have made sure nothing is lost in the cut whilst the records have been pressed to the highest possible standard at Record Industry, in Holland. The original tape cover artwork, so crucial to Thought Leadership's striking visual aesthetic, has been rejigged for vinyl issue here at Be With. Its stark presentation befits the music contained within. They inform us that they shuffled their tarot deck to ask what the album should be called and the card you see on the cover popped out. The III Of Pentacles tarot card represents teamwork, shared vision and the ability to achieve goals through collaboration. We like to think Thought Leadership and Be With have nailed this one.

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Territory: World ex France & UK -
2017 10th Anniversary Re issue of this Classic !
Tracklist: A1 LUCKY GIRL A2 LUCKY BOY - OUTLINES REMIX B1 SIGNATUNE- THOMAS BANGALTER EDIT B2 LUCKY BOY - SURKIN REMIX



Dj Mehdi is back with a second single from his album « Lucky Boy ». To make things easy we choose to put out the track « Lucky Boy » as new single. An exclusive track, 2 remixes and one club edit is the perfect package we propose you, lucky you ! « Lucky Girl » is the follow up of « Lucky Boy », Fafi on the mic, could have been Gwen, but she was busy, and Fafi rocked it anyway. Two of the hottest french producers delivered the remixes.OUTLINES, the parisian duo signed on Jazzanova’s label Sonar Kollektiv droped a slice of 50’s boogie. SURKIN from Institubes label proposed us a trip between Baltimore and Chicago in 4 minutes ! THOMAS BANGALTERwas crazy about « Signatune ». We ask the chief to make a club friendly edit, HOW LUCKY YOU ARE!

Sicherheits- und Herstellerinformationen / safety and manufacturer info (GPSR)
WAS - Word and Sound Medien GmbH
Liebigstrasse 2-20
DE - 22113 Hamburg
Germany
Contact: gpsr@wordandsound.netMore