The 1st Single....
Analogue Stories Vol 1 kicks off with“That Real Live” a spoken word riff from a classic New York film, depicting a tale of the Warriors street gang traversing the five boroughs in an effort to get home, sets the tone for this analogue excursion. Wrapped in “Abacus” synthetics and dub echo guitars. Warm, rich deepness for your solar plexus! “Ignition sequence starts…” Channeling “Sun Ra” Austin cooks up a hypnotic lo-end wiggler filled with arpeggios and synths, topped off with haunting melodies and rhythmic nuances. To quote “Sun Ra” ….Space is the place “ On the B Side “Blacktronica”… a homage to the Belleville 3, The Detroit second wave, Wally Badarou, Herbie Hancock, George Clinton and all the melanated electronic experimenters past and present. Abacus concocts some machine funk for your soul. Rounding out the Analogue Stories is “In4mation”, a play on word structure begging the question “Do we all get the same information?” With subtle grooves ,warm stabbing synths and a fluted rushes of melody , this one will make you say ummm.... More

We have gathered again to present you a full body of work by Austin Bascom who goes under the moniker Abacus. The gentleman has created a lot of unique works for the people to enjoy starting from the 90’s and till this day. Recently the artist had a string of fantastic releases in our current years of 2020+ as well. This time he was kind enough to dedicate his time and effort to the dome of Sakskøbing. We witness the four deep cuts of house music in the way how deep house needs to be done in our honest opinion. Start of from “Chi-Town Stories” and the stories it brings to the ears and the mindset, straight after witnessing “Chillin’ Woman” with amazing vocals by Mz. Mosea which has been recorded in 1994, then bringing in the “Mourning Sun” and to conclude wrapping yourself under a warm blanket of “Hyggë”. I hope this work of soul and passion will bring you nice feelings as it did to us. Don’t forget to tell your loved ones that you love them. Thank you, Abacus for the emotion you have given to all of us listeners and music lovers. More

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Phonogramme is thrilled to announce the return of ABACUS with 'Analogue Stories Vol. 2,' a profound and immersive sonic journey that continues to push the boundaries of Deep house music. Austin Bascom, celebrated for his releases on prestigious labels like 'Prescription' and 'Guidance,' once again brings forth a captivating slice of deepness. Available on a unique semi-transparent 12'' vinyl in a distinctive Dookie brown hue, 'Analogue Stories Vol. 2' is an indispensable addition for collectors and electronic music enthusiasts alike. Close your eyes, submerge yourself, and let the Analogue stories carry you on an entrancing voyage. More

NDATL continues with the return of Abacus to the label, "The Lower End Theory" is another slab of deepness from the produced who has released on classic labels "Prescription" & "Guidance to name a few.
The EP dives right in with the title track "The Lower End Theory" bouncin with a deep bassline then iced over with glossy keys that give you sight into his theory. Next "Atlanta Deep" is his ode to a late night drive in the A. Then on the flip we have "Mortise & Tenon" a 10min journey thru Detroit Techno to Toronto's underground. A perfect title as "Mortise & Tenon" is a type of woodworking joint! Now close your eyes & throw your head back into the Lower End Theory. More

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The second release on JAMES DUNCAN's INNERMOODS label is from the legendary ABACUS (of PRESCRIPTION and GUIDANCE fame). "BASIC AMOUNTS" is a hypnotic deep house groover from one of Toronto's greatest producers. Hand stamped 1-sided limited 12". Don't sleep on this. Essential. More

NNERMOODS is proud to present a newly discovered extended mix of the 2001 landmark collaboration between Paradise Garage/Loft Disco icon D.C. LARUE and NYC nightlife legend ADAM GOLDSTONE (1969-2006). Executive producer BRUCE TANTUM. Released in conjunction with ADAM's estate. Due late Spring. More

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The second release on JAMES DUNCAN's INNERMOODS label is from the legendary ABACUS (of PRESCRIPTION and GUIDANCE fame). "BASIC AMOUNTS" is a hypnotic deep house groover from one of Toronto's greatest producers. Hand stamped 1-sided limited 12". Don't sleep on this. Essential. More

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Debut 12" from the Brooklyn based INNERMOODS label founded by JAMES DUNCAN, known as the trumpet player for METRO AREA and currently playing horns for LUKE SOLOMON and HORSE MEAT DISCO. 2 stomping and moody house tracks made for basement sessions. Hand stamped 1-sided limited 12"s More

3 track EP of post-punk NYC disco from 3 members of the legendary LIQUID LIQUID. "GROOVE TO GO" was recorded in the 80s and was due to come out on 99 RECORDS but never did. Now decades later the trio has gone back into the studio to complete it. Hand stamped, 1-sided..

Tracklisting:
A1: Groove To Go
A2: Herbie
A3: Live 1984 More

FERRISPARK label boss and Detroit stalwart SCOTT FERGUSON presents 2 floor filling tacks for the 10th release on INNERMOODS. One of the most respected artists in the game, this one is definitely "for those that know"! 1-sided and hand stamped. Due out Spring 2020. More

"PORTASTUDIO AMBIENT TAPES" is a 1-sided, 3 track 12" EP. When seminal NYC band LIQUID LIQUID wound down in the mid 80s, the band’s marimba player and multi instrumentalist DENNIS YOUNG set up shop in his home studio, based around a Tascam Portastudio multitrack tape recorder and created a sublime array of synth based ambient creations. Now many years later JAMES DUNCAN’s INNERMOODS imprint releases 3 of these compositions on vinyl for the first (and ONLY!) time. Due Spring 2019. More

A re-issue of his record from 2000 on CHAIR RECORDINGS with both the original mix and the STEF "TECKNOSTEP" VERA remix. RICARDO VILLALOBOS played this a bunch over the years and it goes for big money on Discogs. Now getting a re-release on JAMES DUNCAN's INNERMOODS label. Hand stamped 1-sided 12". More

INNERMOODS returns with a new 12" from fellow Brooklyn artist and "rising star" producer ROBERTA. Hot on the heels of her hyped collab with LADY BLACKTRONIKA, ROBERTA turns in 2 sweet beatdown jams, ready to tear up your next dj set & nearest dancefloor alike. Hand stamped 1-sided limited 12" More