Limited to 120 vinyl copies this Compilation turns to a must-have for music enthusiasts.

Tracklist:

A1. Kollege Schnürschuh - Slices
A2. Kollege Schnürschuh - Badman
A3. Kollege Schnürschuh - California
A4. Kollege Schnürschuh - Eightball
A5. Kollege Schnürschuh - Sole Brothers
A6. Kollege Schnürschuh - Wake Chop
B1. Kollege Schnürschuh - #WOMFT
B2. Kollege Schnürschuh - Come Closer
B3. Kollege Schnürschuh - All About - Shakedown
B4. Kollege Schnürschuh - Last Night
B5. Kollege Schnürschuh - Yeahbudda
B6. Kollege Schnürschuh - Sing

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The second release of the label Dedicate is created by Kollege Schnürschuh. The producer collective, consisting of Phonk D, Clav Split, Iron and Jogging Jones, presents a cross-section of the past few years on the 12 instrumental tracks.
Shoe School represents true hip hop without too much bling and flashy ice, somewhere between Old and New School.

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LP, incl. double sided printed Inlay12" art print paper 300g/m²

Tracklist:

A1 Intro (What Life Brings)
A2 Departure
A3 Arrival
A4 House Number 5
A5 Unleashed
A6 To Freedom
A7 A Plant
A8 Intoxicated
A9 A Girl
A10 A Thin Line
B1 And Then It Happened
B2 Blackout
B3 Awakening
B4 No Blessing For The Lonely
B5 The Whence And Whither
B6 Indecisiveness
B7 Decision
B8 Return


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Demian Sky is a meticulous beatmaker, experienced musician, committed record store
manager, passionate DJ as well as excessive record collector and music enthusiast. His instrumental hip-hop debut »A Kraut Tale« is a narrative sound journey on 18 tracks. The song structures, the musical concept and the overall atmosphere of the record show very clearly that his influences are not only in hip-hop, but also in psychedelic and prog rock of the 60s and 70s. There are also some references to works of DJ Shadow, Dan The Automator, Cut Chemist, Gaslamp Killer and such. It is all the more astonishing that, contrary to possible expectations, all samples come from old German Schlager and Folk music records. The result is not a loose collection of individual pieces of music, but rather a coherent album with its own dramaturgy in two chapters.
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LP, Limited 150, Transparent White Red Vnyl

Tracklist:

A1. Whizz Vienna - All Inn
A2. Whizz Vienna - Give This Love A Try
A3. Whizz Vienna - Coolisse
A4. Whizz Vienna - Fokus
A5. Whizz Vienna - Still Love You
A6. Whizz Vienna - Just Relax feat. Prinz Pi
B1. Whizz Vienna - Other Woman
B2. Whizz Vienna - Without You
B3. Whizz Vienna - One Night
B4. Whizz Vienna - Back To Basic
B5. Whizz Vienna - Still Love Me
B6. Whizz Vienna - Lost
B7. Whizz Vienna - D.A.V.E.V.A feat. Kamp

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Vienna 2009; Whizz Vienna, an Austrian musician is nominated for the Amadeus Austrian Music Award in the category 'Album of the year'. Why and how that happened, he is still not sure of to this day. By now, the album in question 'Versager ohne Zukunft', which is produced in collaboration with Kamp, has turned into a classic.

Even though he has released several projects since then, such as the renowned 'Wiener Staub' Beat-LP, it has become quiet around the producer. His studio existence and his musical creation more or less turned into dust.

Darmstadt 2020; during a thorough tidying up of old hard drives a folder labeled 'Whizz Vienna Beatz' experiences a musical renaissance. The dopeness of the material is undeniable to this day and that kind of freshness cannot be just left in the digital wasteland ready to rot.

The search for the missing Whizz Vienna was more challenging than expected due to the fact that he enjoyed his own presence to be buried in the underground. In the end, the hidden asset has been unvcovered, plans have been cultivated and now after a two year waiting time the final product is ready to be launched.

13 long-lost instrumentals, Kamp and Prinz Pi spitting on 2 of them, cuts by DJ Vektor, 1 love for Eva.
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Limited, GF, Clear Vinyl, Art Print inlay

This sampler, reflects a cross-section of the international female producer scene: 14 female artists, 8 countries, 4 continents, one language - music! The 14 instrumentals take the listener on a musical journey, which creates a tension between classic sample sound and modern current productions.

A1. Ainie - Swoosh
A2. Georgia Anne Muldrow - Babyhoneybee
A3. Josi Miller - Drunk Text
A4. Lisa Vazquez - Do Right
A5. Saltyyyy V - York Blvd
A6. AYGYUL - I'm alright (instrumental)
A7. Usagi - Bloom
B1. Da Chick - Flow for Miles
B2. Gnarly - Karapincha
B3. Jillesque - Hit That Bongo
B4. Sadiva - I Don't Wanna Leave You
B5. Julie Schatz - She Sauce
B6. Courtney Hawkins - Lost in Paris
B7. SOWALL - Hummingbird

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It is the year 2020, a year that addresses our awareness of diversity, tolerance and sustainability in an assorted, socio-cultural way. We translate this demand into music. "Nuthin' But A She Thang" focuses on a marginalised view of instrumental beat music.

This sampler, reflects a cross-section of the international female producer scene: 14 female artists, 8 countries, 4 continents, one language - music! The 14 instrumentals take the listener on a musical journey, which creates a tension between classic sample sound and modern current productions.

The many facets of female beat producing are presented by exclusive contributions by Ainie (DE) o Aygyul (AT) o Courtney Hawkins (US) o Da Chick (PT) o Georgia Anne Muldrow (US) o Gnarly (UK) o Jillesque (US) o Josi Miller (DE) o Julie Schatz (US) o Lisa Vazquez (US) o Sadiva (AUS) o Saltyyyy V (DE) o SOWALL (KOR) o USAGI (JP). Together with Stylefile as a cooperation-partner, we were able to persuade none other than HERA (DE). She implanted an even more artistic approach and added an exclusive artprint to this piece of music.

Our latest Release DDCT003 is in the end not only a musical project, it is a statement, it is an attitude.

www.soundcloud.com/dedicate-label
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Limited to 120 vinyl copies this Compilation turns to a must-have for music enthusiasts.

Tracklist:

A1. Kollege Schnürschuh - Slices
A2. Kollege Schnürschuh - Badman
A3. Kollege Schnürschuh - California
A4. Kollege Schnürschuh - Eightball
A5. Kollege Schnürschuh - Sole Brothers
A6. Kollege Schnürschuh - Wake Chop
B1. Kollege Schnürschuh - #WOMFT
B2. Kollege Schnürschuh - Come Closer
B3. Kollege Schnürschuh - All About - Shakedown
B4. Kollege Schnürschuh - Last Night
B5. Kollege Schnürschuh - Yeahbudda
B6. Kollege Schnürschuh - Sing

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The second release of the label Dedicate is created by Kollege Schnürschuh. The producer collective, consisting of Phonk D, Clav Split, Iron and Jogging Jones, presents a cross-section of the past few years on the 12 instrumental tracks.
Shoe School represents true hip hop without too much bling and flashy ice, somewhere between Old and New School.

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Limited to 100 vinyl copies this Compilation turns to a must-have for music enthusiasts.
"Fun! Funtasy! Funtastic Adventures!" brings to you exclusive contributions by Busy Krank, DJ Friction, First Touch, Hans Nieswandt, Ise Jr., Kollege Schnürschuh, LX, Pallaspeople, Phonk D and Studio Gruppe 1.


Tracklist:

A1. Studio Gruppe 1 - Teletechnik Titelmelodie
A2. Hans Nieswandt - Glücklich
A3. First Touch - Never Give Up On You
A4. DJ Friction - And Now
A5. Phonk D - Way Up
A6. Studio Gruppe 1 - Verfolgung des Zuhälters
B1. LX - Crosstrains
B2. Ise Jr. - Whatever
B3. Pallaspeople - Understand
B4. Kollege Schnürschuh - Fretless Joint
B5. Busy Krank - Not The Same
B6. Studio Gruppe 1 - Vereinte Herzen

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DDCT001 moves beyond genre and tempo limits on their very first release. Renowed Producers and new Talents dedicate this Label-Release to a soundsphere from smooth and laid back grooves to funky uptempo beats. Dedicate brought this artists together to start the funtastic musical adventure beyond current trends.

"Fun! Funtasy! Funtastic Adventures!" brings to you exclusive contributions by Busy Krank, DJ Friction, First Touch, Hans Nieswandt, Ise Jr., Kollege Schnürschuh, LX, Pallaspeople, Phonk D and Studio Gruppe 1.

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Territories: World ex Japan More

Format: LP
Format Notes: Remastered, 180g vinyl, first time on vinyl

EAN: 4251648413387

Track List:
A1 : Hello Again
A2 : The Under Dog
A3 : Badder Than Bullets
A4 : Tomorrow’s Goodbye
A5 : No Guns More Glory
A6 : War No More
A7 : Salve
A8 : Mission Flats

B1 : 1966
B2 : Don’t Fake It
B3 : Just Ain’t Me
B4 : Create And Destroy
B5 : Let Me In Let Me Out
B6 : Molotov Telegram

Release Notes:
Yes! Tommy Guerrero’s much-loved 4th LP – the smooth West Coast classic From The Soil To The Soul - gets its first ever vinyl release. As the follow up to his revered Soul Food Taqueria, this album was originally released by Quannum Records 2006 but only on CD. Working with Tommy directly, the LP has been fully remastered, cut on to heavyweight wax, and comes with artwork freshly reworked by the man himself.
From The Soil To The Soul represents a continuation of Tommy’s blissful guitar-soul whilst demonstrating increasingly complex chops and a slightly darker side to his distinctive sound. His spare, effortless funk is blended here with elements of Americana, heavy psych, lo-fi fuzz and intoxicating Latin rhythms. Combined with his typically breezy, laid-back San Franciscan style, it’s a vibe from start to finish.
Recorded primarily in his home studio, Tommy wrote, arranged and played nearly all the instruments, including bass, guitar, keyboards, percussion and kalimba. Renowned street artist Barry McGee, aka Twist, designed the cover art which Tommy has now recast in a deep, deep red for the vinyl version.
As ever with Tommy, the highlights are many and memorable. From twinkling, sun-drenched opener “Hello Again” to the penultimate, punk-rocking track “Let Me In Let Me Out” (featuring the melodic yet fearsome rapping of Lyrics Born), the variety across the LP is relentless, but satisfying, and without once losing focus.
We’re treated to the gorgeous hip-hop blues of “The Under Dog”, Meters-style Hammond B-3 jams like “War No More” and “No Guns More Glory” and Balearic bangers like Bing Ji Ling’s star-turn on the sleazy “Don’t Fake It.”
Curumin’s soulful guest vocal elevates the already-great Brazilian lounge feels of “Salve” to hitherto unscaled heights and the heavy, driving basslines - funky and warm on “Badder Than Bullets”, sombre and intense in “Tomorrow’s Goodbye” and “Molotov Telegram” – never fail to move both body and soul.
But our favourite track is the beautiful breezy pop of “Just Ain’t Me”. A bittersweet, skipping ballad which boasts an incredibly rare instance of Tommy singing. “What you want from me, I can never give” he repeats throughout, lending the already-melancholic atmosphere greater poignancy. It would’ve been number 1 across the planet in a parallel universe.








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2xLP, Gatefold Jacket, Marketing Sticker,Black Vinyl
The Machine is back! Following the 2022 release of the wildly successful, God Don't Make Mistakes, Conway the Machine returns with his next studio album, WON'T HE DO IT. Aptly titled for touching on the various obstacles he's been faced with and overcome to be in the position he's in today, Conway hopes to inspire listeneres to imagine the possibilities they themselves can achieve by breaking through the walls that have been put up and relentlessly pursuing their goals to turn their dreams into reality. The 14 track album sees appearances by longtime collaborators Westside Gunn & Benny the Butcher, as well as Jae Skeese, Sauce Walka, Juicy J, Fabolous, Dave East, GooseByTheWay, 7xvethegenius, Jozzy, Ransom & Drea D'Nur. Production is handled by heavyweight producers such as J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Khrysis, Daringer, Juicy J & more.

Key Marketing/Selling:
- Conway the Machine is a member of the well known Hip-Hop collective, Griselda, which includes artists such as Westside Gunn & Benny the Butcher
- Conway has 1.3M monthly listeners on Spotify
- Griselda/Drumwork titles are heavy physical movers and rarely offered at retail
- Album art reveal projection campaign done in Paris
- Documentary detailing the album creation process released on YouTube
- Features include Westside Gunn, Benny the Butcher, Fabolous, Juicy J, Dave East, Ransom, Sauce Walka and Conway's Drumwork Music Group signees Jae Skeese and 7xvethegenius, with production handled by Daringer, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Khrysis, Juicy J and more!
- Press/radio coverage from outlets such as Hot97, Funkmaster Flex, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Elliot Wilson x Twitter Spaces, Vibe Mag, Okayplayer, Complex, Consequence of Sound, HipHopDX, Revolt, BrooklynVegan & more
- Multiple music videos released in support of the album
- Album release party held in NY with key partners/media/artists
- Conway the Machine will be touring with Sauce Walka & Jae Skeese in support of the album - 18 dates total, 5/26-6/28

Tracklist:
A1/1. Quarters
A2/2. Brucifix (feat. Westide Gunn)
A3/3. Monogram
A4/4. Stab Out (feat. Ransom)
B1/5. Flesh Of My Flesh
B2/6. Kanye (feat. Goosebytheway & Drea D'Nur)
B3/7. The Chosen (feat. Jae Skeese)
C1/8. Water To Wine (feat. Goosebytheway, Jozzy & Dave East)
C2/9. Kill Judas Interlude
C3/10. Brick Fare
C4/11. Brooklyn Chop House (feat. Fabolous & Benny the Butcher)
D1/12. Tween Cross Tween (feat. Goosebytheway)
D2/13. WON'T HE DO IT (feat. 7xvethegenius)
D3/14. Super Bowl (feat. Sauce Walka & Juicy J)
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Territories: Worldwide no restrictions

Format Notes:
2024 first time double vinyl reissue with exclusive bonus track, 140g double vinyl, remastered audio with restored artwork


Track List:

A1 Intro 0:50
A2 WordPlay 3:17
A3 Spontaneity 4:08
A4 Rugged Ruff 3:08
A5 Interlude 0:29

B1 I Confess 4:06
B2 UKNOWHOWWEDU 3:35
B3 Interlude 1:09
B4 Total Wreck 3:26
B5 Innovation 3:23

C1 Da Jawn 5:19
C2 Interlude 1:05
C3 True Honey Buns (Dat Freak Sh*t) 3:41

D1 3 Tha Hard Way 4:12
D2 Biggest Part Of Me 4:51
D3 Path To Rhythm 3:24

Release Notes:

Bahamadia’s 1996 debut album Kollage is rightly regarded as one of the greatest rap albums of the 1990s. For the first time ever, Be With present the definitive double LP version of this eternal hip-hop classic, including the legendary "Path To Rhythm" which never appeared on the original LP or on vinyl, anywhere. An indelible VIBE from start-to-finish, Kollage presents Bahamadia's swirling rhymes delivered with an irresistibly butter flow and razor-sharp assuredness over a steady slew of smoothed-out, jazzed-up, blunted beats. Achingly cool and effortlessly funky throughout, it's an absolute must for true 90s hip-hop fanatics.

The entire Kollage project was recorded at D&D Studios and the ties to Gang Starr are keenly felt, with DJ Premier producing five tracks in addition to the killer songs Guru had already produced with her. Working with the cream of the mid-90s East Coast sound, Kollage is, accordingly, a record that demonstrates a varied musical taste with disparate influences, as Bahamadia has previously stated: “The title Kollage was a reflection of my state of mind. I first got interested in music from playing my parents’ and grandparents’ records, as well what I heard on the radio. I wanted Kollage to reflect that diversity both lyrically and sonically."

With intelligent, poetic lyricism and a laconic verbal style bursting with both warm texture and deceptive energy, Bahamadia’s flow was as inspired by Aretha and Nancy Wilson as it was Q-Tip, Schoolly D and Lady B. Swaggering out the gate, "WordPlay" finds Bahamadia confidently showcasing her considerable old-school battle-rhyme skills over a Guru beat that utilises an infectiously bouncy bassline with splashes of sultry jazz horns and a Jeru vocal snatch for the hook. Up next, the quietly shimmering and ruggedly beautiful "Spontaneity" is one of the most alluring on the record, Da Beatminerz crafting a brilliantly soulful and jazzy soundscape for Bahamadia's effortless vocals to float across. It's followed by "Rugged Ruff", where the rapper carefully constructs a swift off-beat flow over Premier's raw jazzy fire.

With smooth spacey synth vibes overseen by former Geto Boys producer N.O. Joe, "I Confess" is, without question, a fly love song and soothing (p)-funk groove. "UKNOWHOWWEDU" is an airy, chilled tribute to her hometown. Produced by Ski Beatz & DJ Redhanded, it rides a gloriously mellow break. It's a true Philly anthem, shouting out a who’s who of the entire city’s scene. Early banger "Total Wreck" follows, presenting a murky Guru instrumental elevated by jazzy horns. Bahamadia invokes the title's suggestion, firing her brilliant bars more aggressively than we’re accustomed to. More Beatminerz-brilliance comes in the way of "Innovation", an opportunity for the MC to invoke Freestyle Fellowship in her forward-thinking and literary verses. "Da Jawn" features hometown buddies The Roots, with Black Thought gliding into a back-and-forth with Bahamadia over ?uestlove’s warm, snapping percussion. With the strut club banger "True Honey Buns (Dat Freak Sh*t)", DJ Premier provides some laidback vibrant boom bap for Bahamadia to share a wild, cautionary tale about a night out with her girl, Kia.

Fan favourite "3 Tha Hard Way" is a hypnotically sinister cut, with Bahamadia, K-Swift and Mecca Star taking star turns to coast over DJ Premier’s raw beat whilst the tender "Biggest Part Of Me" is a heartfelt stunner dedicated to her son. Incredibly, only the European and Japanese CD versions of Kollage was released with the brilliantly breezy “Path To Rhythm”, featuring Ursula Rucker. Whilst ostensibly a "bonus track", it's anything but, to our ears. Very much in sonic conversation with KRS-One's stretched-out sleeper classic "Higher Level", it's absolutely essential so we had to include it, appearing on wax for the first time here, exclusively. Quite a coup.

Somewhat predictably, whilst Kollage was released to significant critical acclaim, it suffered from disappointing sales. In the intervening years - and for far too long - it was a criminally underrated record, an increasingly hidden gem. We hope this double LP reissue - which looks and sounds amazing - will go some way to correct this. This 2024 Be With double LP re-issue has been mastered for vinyl by Simon Francis, cut by Cicely Balston and pressed at Record Industry. It's too bold and beautiful to remain overlooked and underserved.
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Territories:
Worldwide no exceptions
Format:
double LP
Format Notes:
2019 re-press, remastered, 180g vinyl, expanded to double LP, gatefold sleeve

Track List:

A1 : Blue Masses
A2 : Four Trk Samba
A3 : Tiny
A4 : Numb Millenium

B1 : 100 Years
B2 : Pescadito
B3 : Azucar

C1 : Flux And Meter
C2 : It’s Raining Again
C3 : Today Like Everyday
C4 : Soul Miner

D1 : As The Sea Holds Creatures Vast And True
D2 : So Blue It’s Black
D3 : Little Chin

Release Notes:

It’s rare that a certain sound is entirely an artist’s own. Although undeniably a stew of impeccable influences – from blues to folk to Latin to dusty funk, soul and hip-hop – one cannot hear a Tommy Guerrero song without immediately recognising it as his - and his only.

The cult skater from San Francisco is globally renowned as one of the original members of the legendary "Bones Brigade" team. And as an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, his laid-back soul is beloved by all who’ve basked in its blissful glow.

There’s something elemental about this music that really stirs the soul. Strikingly beautiful and instantly addictive, it’s a kind of funk-fuelled, melody-driven, groove-based magic. There's a serenity and heart in the playing that radiates warmth and splendour, as if crafted for endless sunsets. His albums that surfaced on Mo Wax at the turn of the century have been treasured since their release and it’s two of his most vital LPs that we're honoured to reintroduce.

The originals were quietly pressed on to a single piece of vinyl so we've worked closely with Tommy this year to bring you these fresh, limited editions. They have been lovingly remastered, cut nice and loud on to heavyweight double vinyl and presented in deluxe gatefold jackets.

A Little Bit Of Somethin’ is a quietly majestic gem. Brimming with Guerrero’s horizontal “loose grooves”, these brief but innovative instrumentals demonstrate a rich variety and, as such, comprise an LP that is aptly titled. An enchanting start-to-finish listen, it was instantly regarded as essential upon release via Mo Wax in 2000. It has aged remarkably well.

Throughout this inspired collection, simplicity is key. In deploying it, Guerrero presents a beautifully crafted melodic soundscape. The distinctive, mellifluous approach of his guitar style, blending Brazilian, Cuban, Mexican, soul and jazz motifs, is at once startlingly new and tantalisingly familiar. Set against unrushed percussion, the music releases a crystal clear stream of healing frequencies to create a fragile, hypnotic atmosphere.

Each track clocks in at around three minutes and, with a lack of studio polish or commitment to traditional song structure, it’s a wonder how this enigmatic record demands your attention. However, through its gentle dynamism and impressive playing, it does just that. Whilst resolutely low-key, this lo-fi aesthetic feels genuinely organic and remarkably personal; its powerful intimacy truly connects. It’s what makes this album so beloved of those lucky enough to be already familiar with it. From Margaret Kilgallen's truly iconic cover artwork to the music contained within, it's all brilliantly effortless.

Guerrero’s musical ideas are consistently compelling throughout, making it impossible to select highlights. The album’s laconic drift touches upon jazz-fusion workouts and slow-mo hip-hop drums, Tortoise-style experimental post-rock and cinematic sound textures. It’s at once hazy, light and bouncy yet sombre and bluesy. The Latin soul of El Chicano blends with the breezy jazz of Grant Green. By employing guitars and drum machines to create a stripped down rhythmic tapestry of spellbinding, addictive songs, there are even traces of The Durutti Column. A little bit of country, a little bit of rock & roll. A Little Bit Of Somethin’, indeed.
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