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STUNNA is the 4th studio album from Bay Area Heavyweight and Certified Legend, P-Lo. Known for being one of the main pioneers of the modern West Coast Hip Hop sound, P-Lo assembles an all-star cast to deliver not just an album, but a frequency - an energy. With standout tracks like "Good (feat. Larry June)," "Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)," & "Stunna Anthem," STUNNA continues P-Lo's mission in spreading positivity and shining a light on what makes the Bay Area a special place. The album features appearances by Larry June, Michael Sneed, Too $hort, Lucky, Kamaiyah, ALLBLACK, 22nd Jim, E-40, & LaRussell.
Key Marketing/Selling:
- P-Lo is a well-known and legendary Bay Area/West Coast Hip-Hop pioneer and tastemaker
- He is an instrumental producer and rapper from the influential hip-hop collective, HBK gang
- He is largely credited as the godfather of modern West Coast hip-hop, most notably influencing DJ Mustard's now signature sound
- P-Lo's song, "Put Me On Somethin' (feat. E-40)," was named #83 in the 100 Best West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time by Rolling Stone
- "Same Squad," was recently placed in the TV show, "Blindspotting"
- "Good (feat. Larry June)," from STUNNA, has been regularly featured nationwide by ESPN/ABC/Disney across the entire 2023 NBA Playoff games
- P-Lo is one of the most well-known Filipino artists in Hip-Hop
- He recently performed at 88rising's consistently sold-out festival, Head In The Clouds, as well as Sol Blume in Sacramento, CA - which drew 40k people
- Multiple music videos released in support of the album
- National headlining "STUNNA" tour supporting the album release
- Known as an avid Golden State Warriors fan and unofficial mascot for the team, P-Lo partnered with the Warriors to hold an official "STUNNA" album release party at the Chase Center
- Listed on GRAMMY list of Rising Bay Area Rap Artists
- Recently released song with Lil Jon - "What We On"
- This is the first time any of his music is available on vinyl
- Pressed on Orange & Yellow Galaxy Vinyland limited to 1000 copies
Tracklist:
A1/1. The Definition
A2/2. Stunna Anthem
A3/3. Lightswitch
A4/4. Good (feat. Larry June)
A5/5. Viral (feat. Michael Sneed)
A6/6. The Roof (feat. Too $hort & Michael Sneed)
A7/7. Mental Health (feat. Lucky)
B1/8. My Bitch (feat. Kamaiyah)
B2/9. Goes Well (feat. Michael Sneed)
B3/10. 22nd Ways Interlude (feat. ALLBLACK & 22nd Jim)
B4/11. One Thing
B5/12. Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)
B6/13. My Ghetto Report Card Freestyle
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About:
STUNNA is the 4th studio album from Bay Area Heavyweight and Certified Legend, P-Lo. Known for being one of the main pioneers of the modern West Coast Hip Hop sound, P-Lo assembles an all-star cast to deliver not just an album, but a frequency - an energy. With standout tracks like "Good (feat. Larry June)," "Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)," & "Stunna Anthem," STUNNA continues P-Lo's mission in spreading positivity and shining a light on what makes the Bay Area a special place. The album features appearances by Larry June, Michael Sneed, Too $hort, Lucky, Kamaiyah, ALLBLACK, 22nd Jim, E-40, & LaRussell.
Key Marketing/Selling:
- P-Lo is a well-known and legendary Bay Area/West Coast Hip-Hop pioneer and tastemaker
- He is an instrumental producer and rapper from the influential hip-hop collective, HBK gang
- He is largely credited as the godfather of modern West Coast hip-hop, most notably influencing DJ Mustard's now signature sound
- P-Lo's song, "Put Me On Somethin' (feat. E-40)," was named #83 in the 100 Best West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time by Rolling Stone
- "Same Squad," was recently placed in the TV show, "Blindspotting"
- "Good (feat. Larry June)," from STUNNA, has been regularly featured nationwide by ESPN/ABC/Disney across the entire 2023 NBA Playoff games
- P-Lo is one of the most well-known Filipino artists in Hip-Hop
- He recently performed at 88rising's consistently sold-out festival, Head In The Clouds, as well as Sol Blume in Sacramento, CA - which drew 40k people
- Multiple music videos released in support of the album
- National headlining "STUNNA" tour supporting the album release
- Known as an avid Golden State Warriors fan and unofficial mascot for the team, P-Lo partnered with the Warriors to hold an official "STUNNA" album release party at the Chase Center
- Listed on GRAMMY list of Rising Bay Area Rap Artists
- Recently released song with Lil Jon - "What We On"
- This is the first time any of his music is available on vinyl
- Pressed on Orange & Yellow Galaxy Vinyland limited to 1000 copies
Tracklist:
A1/1. The Definition
A2/2. Stunna Anthem
A3/3. Lightswitch
A4/4. Good (feat. Larry June)
A5/5. Viral (feat. Michael Sneed)
A6/6. The Roof (feat. Too $hort & Michael Sneed)
A7/7. Mental Health (feat. Lucky)
B1/8. My Bitch (feat. Kamaiyah)
B2/9. Goes Well (feat. Michael Sneed)
B3/10. 22nd Ways Interlude (feat. ALLBLACK & 22nd Jim)
B4/11. One Thing
B5/12. Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)
B6/13. My Ghetto Report Card Freestyle
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About:
STUNNA is the 4th studio album from Bay Area Heavyweight and Certified Legend, P-Lo. Known for being one of the main pioneers of the modern West Coast Hip Hop sound, P-Lo assembles an all-star cast to deliver not just an album, but a frequency - an energy. With standout tracks like "Good (feat. Larry June)," "Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)," & "Stunna Anthem," STUNNA continues P-Lo's mission in spreading positivity and shining a light on what makes the Bay Area a special place. The album features appearances by Larry June, Michael Sneed, Too $hort, Lucky, Kamaiyah, ALLBLACK, 22nd Jim, E-40, & LaRussell.
Key Marketing/Selling:
- P-Lo is a well-known and legendary Bay Area/West Coast Hip-Hop pioneer and tastemaker
- He is an instrumental producer and rapper from the influential hip-hop collective, HBK gang
- He is largely credited as the godfather of modern West Coast hip-hop, most notably influencing DJ Mustard's now signature sound
- P-Lo's song, "Put Me On Somethin' (feat. E-40)," was named #83 in the 100 Best West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time by Rolling Stone
- "Same Squad," was recently placed in the TV show, "Blindspotting"
- "Good (feat. Larry June)," from STUNNA, has been regularly featured nationwide by ESPN/ABC/Disney across the entire 2023 NBA Playoff games
- P-Lo is one of the most well-known Filipino artists in Hip-Hop
- He recently performed at 88rising's consistently sold-out festival, Head In The Clouds, as well as Sol Blume in Sacramento, CA - which drew 40k people
- Multiple music videos released in support of the album
- National headlining "STUNNA" tour supporting the album release
- Known as an avid Golden State Warriors fan and unofficial mascot for the team, P-Lo partnered with the Warriors to hold an official "STUNNA" album release party at the Chase Center
- Listed on GRAMMY list of Rising Bay Area Rap Artists
- Recently released song with Lil Jon - "What We On"
- This is the first time any of his music is available on vinyl
- Pressed on Orange & Yellow Galaxy Vinyland limited to 1000 copies
Tracklist:
A1/1. The Definition
A2/2. Stunna Anthem
A3/3. Lightswitch
A4/4. Good (feat. Larry June)
A5/5. Viral (feat. Michael Sneed)
A6/6. The Roof (feat. Too $hort & Michael Sneed)
A7/7. Mental Health (feat. Lucky)
B1/8. My Bitch (feat. Kamaiyah)
B2/9. Goes Well (feat. Michael Sneed)
B3/10. 22nd Ways Interlude (feat. ALLBLACK & 22nd Jim)
B4/11. One Thing
B5/12. Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)
B6/13. My Ghetto Report Card Freestyle
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About:
STUNNA is the 4th studio album from Bay Area Heavyweight and Certified Legend, P-Lo. Known for being one of the main pioneers of the modern West Coast Hip Hop sound, P-Lo assembles an all-star cast to deliver not just an album, but a frequency - an energy. With standout tracks like "Good (feat. Larry June)," "Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)," & "Stunna Anthem," STUNNA continues P-Lo's mission in spreading positivity and shining a light on what makes the Bay Area a special place. The album features appearances by Larry June, Michael Sneed, Too $hort, Lucky, Kamaiyah, ALLBLACK, 22nd Jim, E-40, & LaRussell.
Key Marketing/Selling:
- P-Lo is a well-known and legendary Bay Area/West Coast Hip-Hop pioneer and tastemaker
- He is an instrumental producer and rapper from the influential hip-hop collective, HBK gang
- He is largely credited as the godfather of modern West Coast hip-hop, most notably influencing DJ Mustard's now signature sound
- P-Lo's song, "Put Me On Somethin' (feat. E-40)," was named #83 in the 100 Best West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time by Rolling Stone
- "Same Squad," was recently placed in the TV show, "Blindspotting"
- "Good (feat. Larry June)," from STUNNA, has been regularly featured nationwide by ESPN/ABC/Disney across the entire 2023 NBA Playoff games
- P-Lo is one of the most well-known Filipino artists in Hip-Hop
- He recently performed at 88rising's consistently sold-out festival, Head In The Clouds, as well as Sol Blume in Sacramento, CA - which drew 40k people
- Multiple music videos released in support of the album
- National headlining "STUNNA" tour supporting the album release
- Known as an avid Golden State Warriors fan and unofficial mascot for the team, P-Lo partnered with the Warriors to hold an official "STUNNA" album release party at the Chase Center
- Listed on GRAMMY list of Rising Bay Area Rap Artists
- Recently released song with Lil Jon - "What We On"
- This is the first time any of his music is available on vinyl
- Pressed on Orange & Yellow Galaxy Vinyland limited to 1000 copies
Tracklist:
A1/1. The Definition
A2/2. Stunna Anthem
A3/3. Lightswitch
A4/4. Good (feat. Larry June)
A5/5. Viral (feat. Michael Sneed)
A6/6. The Roof (feat. Too $hort & Michael Sneed)
A7/7. Mental Health (feat. Lucky)
B1/8. My Bitch (feat. Kamaiyah)
B2/9. Goes Well (feat. Michael Sneed)
B3/10. 22nd Ways Interlude (feat. ALLBLACK & 22nd Jim)
B4/11. One Thing
B5/12. Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)
B6/13. My Ghetto Report Card Freestyle
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STUNNA is the 4th studio album from Bay Area Heavyweight and Certified Legend, P-Lo. Known for being one of the main pioneers of the modern West Coast Hip Hop sound, P-Lo assembles an all-star cast to deliver not just an album, but a frequency - an energy. With standout tracks like "Good (feat. Larry June)," "Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)," & "Stunna Anthem," STUNNA continues P-Lo's mission in spreading positivity and shining a light on what makes the Bay Area a special place. The album features appearances by Larry June, Michael Sneed, Too $hort, Lucky, Kamaiyah, ALLBLACK, 22nd Jim, E-40, & LaRussell.
Key Marketing/Selling:
- P-Lo is a well-known and legendary Bay Area/West Coast Hip-Hop pioneer and tastemaker
- He is an instrumental producer and rapper from the influential hip-hop collective, HBK gang
- He is largely credited as the godfather of modern West Coast hip-hop, most notably influencing DJ Mustard's now signature sound
- P-Lo's song, "Put Me On Somethin' (feat. E-40)," was named #83 in the 100 Best West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time by Rolling Stone
- "Same Squad," was recently placed in the TV show, "Blindspotting"
- "Good (feat. Larry June)," from STUNNA, has been regularly featured nationwide by ESPN/ABC/Disney across the entire 2023 NBA Playoff games
- P-Lo is one of the most well-known Filipino artists in Hip-Hop
- He recently performed at 88rising's consistently sold-out festival, Head In The Clouds, as well as Sol Blume in Sacramento, CA - which drew 40k people
- Multiple music videos released in support of the album
- National headlining "STUNNA" tour supporting the album release
- Known as an avid Golden State Warriors fan and unofficial mascot for the team, P-Lo partnered with the Warriors to hold an official "STUNNA" album release party at the Chase Center
- Listed on GRAMMY list of Rising Bay Area Rap Artists
- Recently released song with Lil Jon - "What We On"
- This is the first time any of his music is available on vinyl
- Pressed on Orange & Yellow Galaxy Vinyland limited to 1000 copies
Tracklist:
A1/1. The Definition
A2/2. Stunna Anthem
A3/3. Lightswitch
A4/4. Good (feat. Larry June)
A5/5. Viral (feat. Michael Sneed)
A6/6. The Roof (feat. Too $hort & Michael Sneed)
A7/7. Mental Health (feat. Lucky)
B1/8. My Bitch (feat. Kamaiyah)
B2/9. Goes Well (feat. Michael Sneed)
B3/10. 22nd Ways Interlude (feat. ALLBLACK & 22nd Jim)
B4/11. One Thing
B5/12. Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)
B6/13. My Ghetto Report Card Freestyle
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About:
STUNNA is the 4th studio album from Bay Area Heavyweight and Certified Legend, P-Lo. Known for being one of the main pioneers of the modern West Coast Hip Hop sound, P-Lo assembles an all-star cast to deliver not just an album, but a frequency - an energy. With standout tracks like "Good (feat. Larry June)," "Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)," & "Stunna Anthem," STUNNA continues P-Lo's mission in spreading positivity and shining a light on what makes the Bay Area a special place. The album features appearances by Larry June, Michael Sneed, Too $hort, Lucky, Kamaiyah, ALLBLACK, 22nd Jim, E-40, & LaRussell.
Key Marketing/Selling:
- P-Lo is a well-known and legendary Bay Area/West Coast Hip-Hop pioneer and tastemaker
- He is an instrumental producer and rapper from the influential hip-hop collective, HBK gang
- He is largely credited as the godfather of modern West Coast hip-hop, most notably influencing DJ Mustard's now signature sound
- P-Lo's song, "Put Me On Somethin' (feat. E-40)," was named #83 in the 100 Best West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time by Rolling Stone
- "Same Squad," was recently placed in the TV show, "Blindspotting"
- "Good (feat. Larry June)," from STUNNA, has been regularly featured nationwide by ESPN/ABC/Disney across the entire 2023 NBA Playoff games
- P-Lo is one of the most well-known Filipino artists in Hip-Hop
- He recently performed at 88rising's consistently sold-out festival, Head In The Clouds, as well as Sol Blume in Sacramento, CA - which drew 40k people
- Multiple music videos released in support of the album
- National headlining "STUNNA" tour supporting the album release
- Known as an avid Golden State Warriors fan and unofficial mascot for the team, P-Lo partnered with the Warriors to hold an official "STUNNA" album release party at the Chase Center
- Listed on GRAMMY list of Rising Bay Area Rap Artists
- Recently released song with Lil Jon - "What We On"
- This is the first time any of his music is available on vinyl
- Pressed on Orange & Yellow Galaxy Vinyland limited to 1000 copies
Tracklist:
A1/1. The Definition
A2/2. Stunna Anthem
A3/3. Lightswitch
A4/4. Good (feat. Larry June)
A5/5. Viral (feat. Michael Sneed)
A6/6. The Roof (feat. Too $hort & Michael Sneed)
A7/7. Mental Health (feat. Lucky)
B1/8. My Bitch (feat. Kamaiyah)
B2/9. Goes Well (feat. Michael Sneed)
B3/10. 22nd Ways Interlude (feat. ALLBLACK & 22nd Jim)
B4/11. One Thing
B5/12. Again (feat. E-40 & LaRussell)
B6/13. My Ghetto Report Card Freestyle
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- Babyface Ray has over 2.3M monthly listeners on Spotify
- Babyface Ray recently went on his first nationwide headlining tour, in which all dates sold out
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- Babyface Ray has over 2.3M monthly listeners on Spotify
- Babyface Ray recently went on his first nationwide headlining tour, in which all dates sold out
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B1/5. All Star Team
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Tracklist:
01 – Look At Me
02 – The First Time
03 – Nowhere To Run
04 – Do More
05 – Humble
06 – Scrapbook
07 – The Best Talk
08 – Let Go
09 – Time
10 – Fifty-One
Info:
Rico Friebe is back with the album "Faces Meet" after his recent debut "Word Value" and delivers his personal "deer in the headlight"-moment. What once appeared sparely uncertain and questioning, equalling the fragile try to overcome a state of darkness and forsakenness, now forms into a frenzy of confrontational flashes on "Faces Meet".
Like reflecting on the uncertainties presented on "Word Value", "Faces Meet" reveals some genuinely harrowing findings, creating a wholesome musical moment in time that might never happen like this again.
Besides the uncompromising statements as to find in the opener "Look At Me", refined perceptions in "Nowhere To Run" or "Fifty-One", open-hearted calls in "Do More" and "Let Go", Rico's pivotal confrontation with the irrevocable truth and emotional dissection peaks in his heartbreaking story on "The Best Talk" which marks the crucial lynchpin of the whole album.
Like faces (and therefore people) are constantly meeting everywhere, being faced with the decision how honest and open to meet at all, "Faces Meet" happens to be an even more involved metaphor about surrendering to your true inner self in a mirror-like situation.
Deeply rooted in the seeds of his debut album "Word Value", Rico follows a highly natural and severely plain musical language while implementing new and further ideas and elements throughout his sonic landscape.
"Faces Meet" is an album of insight and self-awareness and the inevitably necessary foundation for his third double LP and magnum opus "Anthems For A Lost Generation" (set to be released in Spring 2024), accelerating a lately unstoppable story into unforeseeable pathways.
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Label Name: Time In The Special Practice Of Relativity
Genre: Pop / Singer / Songwriter
Tracklist:
01 – Look At Me
02 – The First Time
03 – Nowhere To Run
04 – Do More
05 – Humble
06 – Scrapbook
07 – The Best Talk
08 – Let Go
09 – Time
10 – Fifty-One
Info:
Rico Friebe is back with the album "Faces Meet" after his recent debut "Word Value" and delivers his personal "deer in the headlight"-moment. What once appeared sparely uncertain and questioning, equalling the fragile try to overcome a state of darkness and forsakenness, now forms into a frenzy of confrontational flashes on "Faces Meet".
Like reflecting on the uncertainties presented on "Word Value", "Faces Meet" reveals some genuinely harrowing findings, creating a wholesome musical moment in time that might never happen like this again.
Besides the uncompromising statements as to find in the opener "Look At Me", refined perceptions in "Nowhere To Run" or "Fifty-One", open-hearted calls in "Do More" and "Let Go", Rico's pivotal confrontation with the irrevocable truth and emotional dissection peaks in his heartbreaking story on "The Best Talk" which marks the crucial lynchpin of the whole album.
Like faces (and therefore people) are constantly meeting everywhere, being faced with the decision how honest and open to meet at all, "Faces Meet" happens to be an even more involved metaphor about surrendering to your true inner self in a mirror-like situation.
Deeply rooted in the seeds of his debut album "Word Value", Rico follows a highly natural and severely plain musical language while implementing new and further ideas and elements throughout his sonic landscape.
"Faces Meet" is an album of insight and self-awareness and the inevitably necessary foundation for his third double LP and magnum opus "Anthems For A Lost Generation" (set to be released in Spring 2024), accelerating a lately unstoppable story into unforeseeable pathways.
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Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - A1 Distant Planets
2
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - A2 Aquarium
3
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - A3 Calma
4
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - A4 Cycle (Part 1)
5
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - B1 Parallel Night
6
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - B2 Outpost ft. Ercos Blanka
7
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - B3 Nebular
8
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - B4 Cycle (Part 2)
9
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - C1 Near Future
10
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - C2 Lysah
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Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - C3 Monotone ft. Vidall
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Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - C4 Cycle (Part 3)
13
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - D1 Aureal
14
Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - D2 Octant
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Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - D3 Cycle (Part 4) v
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Pablo Bolivar & Nacho Sanchez - D4 End Cycle
2LP - 300 ltd copies, hand numbered, special marbled vinyl, anti static black inner bag and insert design
with photos -
GENRE/S: Deep Techno, Electronica, Ambient
TRACKLIST:
A1 Distant Planets
A2 Aquarium
A3 Calma
A4 Cycle (Part 1)
B1 Parallel Night
B2 Outpost ft. Ercos Blanka
B3 Nebular
B4 Cycle (Part 2)
C1 Near Future
C2 Lysah
C3 Monotone ft. Vidall
C4 Cycle (Part 3)
D1 Aureal
D2 Octant
D3 Cycle (Part 4) v
D4 End Cycle
SHORT INFO:
Seven Villas is proud to present their latest well-crafted long-playing techno release. Pablo Bolivar & Nacho
Sanchez reunite and team up for this excursion into classic inspired rhythmic sound on 'Distances'. Over the
past 20 years, these 2 friends have shared their love of the history of Detroit techno, dub techno and more
recently, electro. Since they last crossed paths in 2014, their love for collecting and playing records has now
fully grown into creating their own music. And what more meaningful way to honour that musical friendship
than with making music based on that early mutual passion for that Detroit-Berlin techno connection.
'Distances' is just that simply. A 16-track deep foray into all the things the love and respect about the
foundations and traditions of techno music. Each essence and theme of the genre is represented with this
tracklist collaboration. More
with photos -
GENRE/S: Deep Techno, Electronica, Ambient
TRACKLIST:
A1 Distant Planets
A2 Aquarium
A3 Calma
A4 Cycle (Part 1)
B1 Parallel Night
B2 Outpost ft. Ercos Blanka
B3 Nebular
B4 Cycle (Part 2)
C1 Near Future
C2 Lysah
C3 Monotone ft. Vidall
C4 Cycle (Part 3)
D1 Aureal
D2 Octant
D3 Cycle (Part 4) v
D4 End Cycle
SHORT INFO:
Seven Villas is proud to present their latest well-crafted long-playing techno release. Pablo Bolivar & Nacho
Sanchez reunite and team up for this excursion into classic inspired rhythmic sound on 'Distances'. Over the
past 20 years, these 2 friends have shared their love of the history of Detroit techno, dub techno and more
recently, electro. Since they last crossed paths in 2014, their love for collecting and playing records has now
fully grown into creating their own music. And what more meaningful way to honour that musical friendship
than with making music based on that early mutual passion for that Detroit-Berlin techno connection.
'Distances' is just that simply. A 16-track deep foray into all the things the love and respect about the
foundations and traditions of techno music. Each essence and theme of the genre is represented with this
tracklist collaboration. More
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James Curd, Osunlade - A1 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin'
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James Curd, Osunlade - A2 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (Kai Alcé Remix)
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James Curd, Osunlade - B1 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (Yoruba Soul Mix)
4
James Curd, Osunlade - B2 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (FNX Omar Remix)
12" / Vinyl made with 100% CO2 Reduced / 100% recycable / ISCC PLUS-certified "BioVinyl" by Optimal Media and Wordandsound
GENRE/S:
House, Deep House, Organic House
TRACKLIST:
A1 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin'
A2 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (Kai Alcé Remix)
B1 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (Yoruba Soul Mix)
B2 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (FNX Omar Remix)
SHORT INFO:
Two accomplished house mainstays come together on Get Physical Music as James Curd joins forces with the legendary Osunlade for superb new single 'Chocolate Puddin'' while FNX Omar and Kai Alcé step up with their own remixes.
Curd came up as a DJ in Chicago and has gone on to become a mainstay of the scene. He is also credited with inventing G-Swing, a house sound infused with swing. He has run various labels over the years while releasing on some of the world's finest imprints and serving up his magical sets everywhere from fabric in London to The Avalon in Los Angeles and The Arches in Glasgow. American Osunlade meanwhile has deep spiritual roots in Yoruba traditions that are also reflected in the name of his record label. He makes music with a rare spirituality as proven once again here.
The superb 'Chocolate Puddin'' is silky smooth deep and Afro-tinged house with gorgeous percussive melodies and soft shakers. It's full of soul and warmth with meaningful leads that bring plenty of uplifting emotions next to a bluesy vocal.
Atlanta's house mainstay and a long-time underground favourite Kai Alcé then remixes. His version is more pacey but no less deep - the jazzy chords are seductively draped over the cuddly deep drums and the vocal has a more soulful edge. Osunlade also offers his own Yoruba Soul mix which is a hi-tek sound with futuristic synth chords and uplifting house drums. Last to remix is Moroccan mainstay and label regular FNX Omar. He flips the track into something that is richly layered with percussion and nimble bass, organic hand claps and hypnotic drum lines that all sink you in deep.
This package is as delicious as its name suggests.
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GENRE/S:
House, Deep House, Organic House
TRACKLIST:
A1 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin'
A2 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (Kai Alcé Remix)
B1 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (Yoruba Soul Mix)
B2 James Curd & Osunlade - Chocolate Puddin' (FNX Omar Remix)
SHORT INFO:
Two accomplished house mainstays come together on Get Physical Music as James Curd joins forces with the legendary Osunlade for superb new single 'Chocolate Puddin'' while FNX Omar and Kai Alcé step up with their own remixes.
Curd came up as a DJ in Chicago and has gone on to become a mainstay of the scene. He is also credited with inventing G-Swing, a house sound infused with swing. He has run various labels over the years while releasing on some of the world's finest imprints and serving up his magical sets everywhere from fabric in London to The Avalon in Los Angeles and The Arches in Glasgow. American Osunlade meanwhile has deep spiritual roots in Yoruba traditions that are also reflected in the name of his record label. He makes music with a rare spirituality as proven once again here.
The superb 'Chocolate Puddin'' is silky smooth deep and Afro-tinged house with gorgeous percussive melodies and soft shakers. It's full of soul and warmth with meaningful leads that bring plenty of uplifting emotions next to a bluesy vocal.
Atlanta's house mainstay and a long-time underground favourite Kai Alcé then remixes. His version is more pacey but no less deep - the jazzy chords are seductively draped over the cuddly deep drums and the vocal has a more soulful edge. Osunlade also offers his own Yoruba Soul mix which is a hi-tek sound with futuristic synth chords and uplifting house drums. Last to remix is Moroccan mainstay and label regular FNX Omar. He flips the track into something that is richly layered with percussion and nimble bass, organic hand claps and hypnotic drum lines that all sink you in deep.
This package is as delicious as its name suggests.
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RP - MB
2
RP - SPRTDW
3
RP - 10
4
RP - HMTY
Genre: Techno
Tracklist 12”:
A1 – MB
A2 – SPRTDW
B1 – 10
B2 – HMTY
Info:
After a two-years-break SCHARNHORST is back with some long-awaited tunes! Vinyl-only. Limited. More
Tracklist 12”:
A1 – MB
A2 – SPRTDW
B1 – 10
B2 – HMTY
Info:
After a two-years-break SCHARNHORST is back with some long-awaited tunes! Vinyl-only. Limited. More
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Rico Friebe - 212 (Rico Puestel's Uber Dub) (10:02)
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Rico Friebe - Friend (Rico Puestel's Aachen Dub) (10:02)
Genre: Techno, Tech-House
Tracklist 12":
A1 – 212 (Rico Puestel's Uber Dub) (10:02)
B1 – Friend (Rico Puestel's Aachen Dub) (10:02)
Info:
Rico Puestel steps up his Dub game and delicately reinterprets two songs from his forthcoming 2024 singer-songwriter double-album „Anthems For A Lost Generation“ as Rico Friebe, delivering 10 deep and immersive minutes of electronic music on each side.
While the original songs have never been designed for the dancefloor, both perfectly blend into the dry and groovy environment of Puestel's remakes and won't loose anything from their original message: Struggle, hope, friendship – things we desperately need in this world...
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Tracklist 12":
A1 – 212 (Rico Puestel's Uber Dub) (10:02)
B1 – Friend (Rico Puestel's Aachen Dub) (10:02)
Info:
Rico Puestel steps up his Dub game and delicately reinterprets two songs from his forthcoming 2024 singer-songwriter double-album „Anthems For A Lost Generation“ as Rico Friebe, delivering 10 deep and immersive minutes of electronic music on each side.
While the original songs have never been designed for the dancefloor, both perfectly blend into the dry and groovy environment of Puestel's remakes and won't loose anything from their original message: Struggle, hope, friendship – things we desperately need in this world...
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Rights : World excluding FR & UK
3 x Black LP, Trifold Sleeve (3 wallets) - rainbow mirrorboard, 3 x Black Dust inner sleeve
SHORT INFOS
Timeless is regularly cited as one of the greatest dance music albums ever made., a Dark Side of the Moon for the rave generation. As Tony Marcus, writing in Mixmag back in 1995, concluded: "Timeless is a record that couldn't have been made if it wasn't for the party, the MDMA, the noise and the rage. Timeless tells you that you can't ignore or erase this history because to Goldie, and to so many others, it holds their lives, dreams and feelings."
Timeless went on to become a landmark release not just for Drum 'n' Bass but for electronic music as a whole. Within a year of its release (1995), it had racked up more than 100,000 sales. Now sees the release of TIMELESS THE REMIXES, featuring hand-picked remixes by Goldie from the likes of Break, Doc Scott, Teebee, 4 Hero, Trevino and many more.
Tracklisting:
Vinyl
A. Goldie - Inner City Life (Break Remix)
B1. Goldie - Kemistry (Grey Code
B2. Goldie - State Of Mind (Searchlight Remix) > ?
C. Goldie - Angel (SCAR Remix ft. Eleanor Higgins)
D1. Goldie - Inner City Life (Nookie's '2021' Remix)
D2. Goldie - Jah (J Kenzo's 'Tribute' Remix)
E. Goldie - Sensual (Searchlight Remix)
F1. Goldie - Inner City Life (Trevino Remix)
F2. Goldie - Kemistry (OneMind Remix)
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3 x Black LP, Trifold Sleeve (3 wallets) - rainbow mirrorboard, 3 x Black Dust inner sleeve
SHORT INFOS
Timeless is regularly cited as one of the greatest dance music albums ever made., a Dark Side of the Moon for the rave generation. As Tony Marcus, writing in Mixmag back in 1995, concluded: "Timeless is a record that couldn't have been made if it wasn't for the party, the MDMA, the noise and the rage. Timeless tells you that you can't ignore or erase this history because to Goldie, and to so many others, it holds their lives, dreams and feelings."
Timeless went on to become a landmark release not just for Drum 'n' Bass but for electronic music as a whole. Within a year of its release (1995), it had racked up more than 100,000 sales. Now sees the release of TIMELESS THE REMIXES, featuring hand-picked remixes by Goldie from the likes of Break, Doc Scott, Teebee, 4 Hero, Trevino and many more.
Tracklisting:
Vinyl
A. Goldie - Inner City Life (Break Remix)
B1. Goldie - Kemistry (Grey Code
B2. Goldie - State Of Mind (Searchlight Remix) > ?
C. Goldie - Angel (SCAR Remix ft. Eleanor Higgins)
D1. Goldie - Inner City Life (Nookie's '2021' Remix)
D2. Goldie - Jah (J Kenzo's 'Tribute' Remix)
E. Goldie - Sensual (Searchlight Remix)
F1. Goldie - Inner City Life (Trevino Remix)
F2. Goldie - Kemistry (OneMind Remix)
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MFSB - Manhattan Skyline 4:27
2
MFSB - Mysteries Of The World 5:27
3
MFSB - Tell Me Why 3:57
4
MFSB - Metamorphosis 5:16
5
MFSB - Fortune Teller 6:08
6
MFSB - Old San Juan 4:27
7
MFSB - Thank You Miss Scott 4:14
8
MFSB - In The Shadow 3:37
Territories: Worldwide no restrictions
Format Notes: 2023 reissue, 140g vinyl
Track List:
A1. Manhattan Skyline 4:27
A2. Mysteries Of The World 5:27
A3. Tell Me Why 3:57
A4. Metamorphosis 5:16
--
B1. Fortune Teller 6:08
B2. Old San Juan 4:27
B3. Thank You Miss Scott 4:14
B4. In The Shadow 3:37
Release Notes:
Mysteries Of The World is the stunning final studio album from legendary Philly supergroup MFSB. Expertly co-written and produced with the mighty Dexter Wansel, it features the untouchable, sparkling masterpiece "Mysteries Of The World". The whole album is truly exquisite; a stylish, classy collection of pure Philly soul and orchestral jazz-funk.
MFSB, an acronym for Mother, Father, Sister, Brother, was formed by producers Gamble & Huff of Philadelphia International Records. The band's roots can be traced back to the house band at the legendary Sigma Sound Studios, where they played on numerous hit records by artists like The O'Jays, Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes and The Stylistics. Mysteries Of The World comprises slick jazz-funk grooves, mostly penned by Wansel, who produced a fair chunk of the album in a similar style to his space-funk records. MFSB's smooth sound is retained but it receives a fresh, elegant and jazzy upgrade. While this album is as mellow as the rest of the latter-period MFSB recordings, it never forgets the group's soul music underpinnings.
Swaggering, well-timed horn blasts, sweeping strings and a percolating, hard thumping slap-bassline combine to devastating effect on amazing opener "Manhattan Skyline". It's a sexy mid-tempo instrumental which sets us up nicely for what follows. Essays could be written analysing the perfection of title track. Arguably the finest jazz-funk instrumental ever made, it's absolutely magnificent. Featuring musicianship of the highest calibre, the band play with their trademark tight discipline, cooking up a syncopating rhythm with an array of exploratory keyboard riffs wrapped around a punchy bassline sent from heaven. It sounds like house music, it's that ahead of its time. The string intro is sumptuous, hypnotic and divine and that's all before the beat hits. The track fuses classical, jazz and funk into a musical journey that you never want to end. Absolutely flawless, it's a dramatic disco dancefloor killer.
Says Dexter Wansel himself: "You know, of all the songs I wrote/produced/arranged for MFSB, this is for me the most different. I think it's an experiment in rhythmic, soft sonic synth and live string and harp combinations. I composed it in an effort to blend a funky groove, along with synthesis, and orchestral sounds. There are 3 synthesizers: Oberheim 4 voice, Polymoog, and of course Arp 2600v. And, as I remember, I recorded the track with the rhythm section, string, harp and flute players first. Then I added synthesis."
The profound elegance remains in abundance on the slinky, harp-laced "Tell Me Why"; Carla Benson's beautiful voice truly shines on this sophisticated cut. The side closes out in dramatic style with the string-drenched "Metamorphosis". It's a staccato, Blaxploitation groove workout featuring wah-wah guitar, creeping basslines, rich horn solos and soulful vocals drifting in and out of the mix. The bouncy, irrepressible "Fortune Teller" opens the B side in the bass-heavy orchestral funk style before the beautiful "Old San Juan" glides in, a Balearic-adjacent track with intricate arrangements, building its mellow soul groove around an atypical flamenco guitar hook. Melancholy, guitar-led instrumental "Thank You Miss Scott" is a real highlight, with gorgeous flute, string and percussive elements whilst closer "In the Shadow" works an otherworldly synth line into its bossa nova groove.
An essential record for fans of Philly soul and groovy jazz-funk, Mysteries Of The World was mastered for vinyl by Simon Francis and cut by Cicely Ralston for Alchemy at AIR Studios. The stunning artwork, the work of renowned illustrator Robert Giusti, was restored at Be With HQ to round out this beautiful reissue.
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Format Notes: 2023 reissue, 140g vinyl
Track List:
A1. Manhattan Skyline 4:27
A2. Mysteries Of The World 5:27
A3. Tell Me Why 3:57
A4. Metamorphosis 5:16
--
B1. Fortune Teller 6:08
B2. Old San Juan 4:27
B3. Thank You Miss Scott 4:14
B4. In The Shadow 3:37
Release Notes:
Mysteries Of The World is the stunning final studio album from legendary Philly supergroup MFSB. Expertly co-written and produced with the mighty Dexter Wansel, it features the untouchable, sparkling masterpiece "Mysteries Of The World". The whole album is truly exquisite; a stylish, classy collection of pure Philly soul and orchestral jazz-funk.
MFSB, an acronym for Mother, Father, Sister, Brother, was formed by producers Gamble & Huff of Philadelphia International Records. The band's roots can be traced back to the house band at the legendary Sigma Sound Studios, where they played on numerous hit records by artists like The O'Jays, Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes and The Stylistics. Mysteries Of The World comprises slick jazz-funk grooves, mostly penned by Wansel, who produced a fair chunk of the album in a similar style to his space-funk records. MFSB's smooth sound is retained but it receives a fresh, elegant and jazzy upgrade. While this album is as mellow as the rest of the latter-period MFSB recordings, it never forgets the group's soul music underpinnings.
Swaggering, well-timed horn blasts, sweeping strings and a percolating, hard thumping slap-bassline combine to devastating effect on amazing opener "Manhattan Skyline". It's a sexy mid-tempo instrumental which sets us up nicely for what follows. Essays could be written analysing the perfection of title track. Arguably the finest jazz-funk instrumental ever made, it's absolutely magnificent. Featuring musicianship of the highest calibre, the band play with their trademark tight discipline, cooking up a syncopating rhythm with an array of exploratory keyboard riffs wrapped around a punchy bassline sent from heaven. It sounds like house music, it's that ahead of its time. The string intro is sumptuous, hypnotic and divine and that's all before the beat hits. The track fuses classical, jazz and funk into a musical journey that you never want to end. Absolutely flawless, it's a dramatic disco dancefloor killer.
Says Dexter Wansel himself: "You know, of all the songs I wrote/produced/arranged for MFSB, this is for me the most different. I think it's an experiment in rhythmic, soft sonic synth and live string and harp combinations. I composed it in an effort to blend a funky groove, along with synthesis, and orchestral sounds. There are 3 synthesizers: Oberheim 4 voice, Polymoog, and of course Arp 2600v. And, as I remember, I recorded the track with the rhythm section, string, harp and flute players first. Then I added synthesis."
The profound elegance remains in abundance on the slinky, harp-laced "Tell Me Why"; Carla Benson's beautiful voice truly shines on this sophisticated cut. The side closes out in dramatic style with the string-drenched "Metamorphosis". It's a staccato, Blaxploitation groove workout featuring wah-wah guitar, creeping basslines, rich horn solos and soulful vocals drifting in and out of the mix. The bouncy, irrepressible "Fortune Teller" opens the B side in the bass-heavy orchestral funk style before the beautiful "Old San Juan" glides in, a Balearic-adjacent track with intricate arrangements, building its mellow soul groove around an atypical flamenco guitar hook. Melancholy, guitar-led instrumental "Thank You Miss Scott" is a real highlight, with gorgeous flute, string and percussive elements whilst closer "In the Shadow" works an otherworldly synth line into its bossa nova groove.
An essential record for fans of Philly soul and groovy jazz-funk, Mysteries Of The World was mastered for vinyl by Simon Francis and cut by Cicely Ralston for Alchemy at AIR Studios. The stunning artwork, the work of renowned illustrator Robert Giusti, was restored at Be With HQ to round out this beautiful reissue.
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Glo Phase - Mapping Water Marks
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Glo Phase - Neon Eon
3
Glo Phase - Gleam
4
Glo Phase - Entwine
5
Glo Phase - Soft Gems
6
Glo Phase - Infinite Simplicity
7
Glo Phase - Octagon Shore
8
Glo Phase - Entwine (reprise)
Special remarks : clear rose pink vinyl
Genre: ChillOut, Deep House
Tracklist LP:
A1. Mapping Water Marks
A2. Neon Eon
A3. Gleam
A4. Entwine
B1. Soft Gems
B2. Infinite Simplicity
B3. Octagon Shore
B4. Entwine (reprise)
Short Info:
Following a string of beautiful digital albums and cassette titles. We get our first Glo Phase long player on vinyl. “Soft Gems” captures Joseph’s up-tempo arrangements for fans long pining to see and hear more of his sound presented on wax. Your record collection will immediately thank you.
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Genre: ChillOut, Deep House
Tracklist LP:
A1. Mapping Water Marks
A2. Neon Eon
A3. Gleam
A4. Entwine
B1. Soft Gems
B2. Infinite Simplicity
B3. Octagon Shore
B4. Entwine (reprise)
Short Info:
Following a string of beautiful digital albums and cassette titles. We get our first Glo Phase long player on vinyl. “Soft Gems” captures Joseph’s up-tempo arrangements for fans long pining to see and hear more of his sound presented on wax. Your record collection will immediately thank you.
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ENEMY, the trio of drummer James Maddren, pianist Kit Downes and bassist Petter Eldh make their We Jazz Records debut with their third album The Betrayal, out 22 September 2023. After their self-titled debut (Edition, 2018) and the follow up (Vermillion, ECM 2022), the explosive yet lyrical trio is seeking new directions with the 12-track new record, arguably their strongest yet.
TRACKLIST
A1/1. Croydon Smash
A2/2. Hollywood Bypass
A3/3. Neglecting Number One
A4/4. Sun
A5/5. Morfar Sixten
A6/6. Fiend
B1/7. Close Up
B2/8. EB
B3/9. Manipulate
B4/10. Liability
B5/11. Croydon Shuffle
B6/12. Army of Three More
TRACKLIST
A1/1. Croydon Smash
A2/2. Hollywood Bypass
A3/3. Neglecting Number One
A4/4. Sun
A5/5. Morfar Sixten
A6/6. Fiend
B1/7. Close Up
B2/8. EB
B3/9. Manipulate
B4/10. Liability
B5/11. Croydon Shuffle
B6/12. Army of Three More