Influence of hallucinations induced by chewing roots from the iboga plant on the works of Joaquin Joe Claussell's Edits & Overdubs IBOGA Compilation. The iboga plant is indigenous to the humid, tropical climates of West Central Africa, including Gabon, Cameroon, Congo, and Angola, which are home to the 2nd largest rainforest in the world. It has been used for centuries in spiritual initiation ceremonies and practices, particularly by the Bwiti tradition and religion in Gabon.
Joaquin Joe Claussell was inspired by these influences and went into the studio to create a compilation of edits and overdubs of African vibrational sounds and rhythms. The result is a collection of eleven compositions that showcase the future possibilities of this influential work.
Stay tuned for the upcoming Limited Vinyl EP featuring selected cuts from the compilation. Listen loudly and enjoy the experience! More
Joaquin Joe Claussell was inspired by these influences and went into the studio to create a compilation of edits and overdubs of African vibrational sounds and rhythms. The result is a collection of eleven compositions that showcase the future possibilities of this influential work.
Stay tuned for the upcoming Limited Vinyl EP featuring selected cuts from the compilation. Listen loudly and enjoy the experience! More
More records from Joaquin Joe Claussell
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Healer
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Progressive Roots
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Progressive Roots (Cosmic Arts mix)
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Heloise
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Progressive Roots (club Culture remix)
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Progressive Roots (instrumental mix)
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Healer
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Progressive Roots (Deep mix)
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Progressive Roots (Sound & Textures)
There is meaning behind all of my artistic excursions. A personal outcry instigated by a constant need to express my daily life intakes. However, there are times where my rhythm and tone are called upon to align with a profound purpose. This project Progressive Roots Evolution, A song for Healing, was initiated by observing comrades in our immediate music circle, developing and thus dedicating their platform in support of the dancer community and producers.
What you will soon hold in your hands is a music story which demonstrates what manifests when energies dedicated to the art and support of the dancer and sound elevation align.
Enjoy the Journey
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What you will soon hold in your hands is a music story which demonstrates what manifests when energies dedicated to the art and support of the dancer and sound elevation align.
Enjoy the Journey
More
We invite to assist us in welcoming our latest addition to the Sacred Rhythm Music & Cosmic Arts Family. It is with excitement that we introduce to you SORA.
SORA will focus on the likes of deeper, electronic, soundscape compositions; Think more in genres of Joaquin's' widely acclaimed, but now paused Natural Resource, which is the sister label to Spiritual Life Music from back in the mid-nineties to early 2000's.
First up is The Ascension of Light and Wisdom 10 Inch,
Produced and performed by Joaquin Joe Claussell.
On the A Side, we have Subtle Light
Subtle Light provides some organic deepness of which leans more so towards Joaquin's traditional afro Latin influences infused with what we like to call Cosmic Art Trance Music. It is spiritual dance music that up lifting and as usual unique in presentation.
On the be B side we have "Peekaboo Is see You.
Peekaboo Is see You is a deep tech composition that Joaquin has been playing out for quite some time now. Exposed to enthusiastic audiences across the globe, it is a deep bass tech track that is in high demand. We are very excited that finally it will finally see the light of day, all the while spinning on countless turntables globally. More
SORA will focus on the likes of deeper, electronic, soundscape compositions; Think more in genres of Joaquin's' widely acclaimed, but now paused Natural Resource, which is the sister label to Spiritual Life Music from back in the mid-nineties to early 2000's.
First up is The Ascension of Light and Wisdom 10 Inch,
Produced and performed by Joaquin Joe Claussell.
On the A Side, we have Subtle Light
Subtle Light provides some organic deepness of which leans more so towards Joaquin's traditional afro Latin influences infused with what we like to call Cosmic Art Trance Music. It is spiritual dance music that up lifting and as usual unique in presentation.
On the be B side we have "Peekaboo Is see You.
Peekaboo Is see You is a deep tech composition that Joaquin has been playing out for quite some time now. Exposed to enthusiastic audiences across the globe, it is a deep bass tech track that is in high demand. We are very excited that finally it will finally see the light of day, all the while spinning on countless turntables globally. More
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Lock Down
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - The Blame Game (Table Top Idea)
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Break Free
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - You Mutha Fuka
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Way Back Then
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Air We Breathe (Revisited Cassette Demo)
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Break Free (Instrumental)
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - If It's All In Your Mind Let It Out
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - Hallucinations Ejaculations
Joaquin Joe Claussell readies the ‘Raw Tones’ LP on Rekids this June.
The first LP since 2008’s ‘Corresponding Echoes’ on his Sacred Rhythm Music, Joaquin Joe Claussell arrives on Radio Slave’s Rekids for ‘Raw Tones’, a nine-track excursion through the sound of his exquisitely soulful house music.
Originally released on uber limited cassettes, the music within ‘Raw Tones’ caught the ear of Radio Slave, aka Matt Edwards, who messaged Claussell, a friend since remixing Edwards’ Machine project in 2012, and convinced the legendary producer that the music needed a wider audience and, so, ‘Raw Tones’ the LP is here.
Introspective opening cut ‘Lock Down’ draws for breathy strings and swirling pads, followed by the hypnotic and low-slung ‘The Blame Game (Table Top Idea)’, which sees jazzy keys float around carefully crafted dubbed-out ambience and subtle, whispered vocals.
‘Break Free’ ups the energy, bringing a wonky bassline under decisive, machine-like drum hits while both spoken and sung vocals interplay throughout. ‘You Mutha Fuka’ brings rock-solid drums and thick bass underneath delayed vocals before the dreamy chords and twinkling keys of ‘Way Back Then’ close out the B-side.
The gorgeous ‘Air We Breathe (Revisited Cassette Demo)’ marries rolling percussion across live bass and softly drawn-out pads, followed by an instrumental version of ‘Break Free’. The final side of vinyl sees the extended trippiness of ‘If It's All In Your Mind Let It Out’ lead into the floaty low tempo closer ‘Hallucinations Ejaculations’.
Joaquin Joe Claussell, co-founder of Body & Soul with Francois Kervorkian and Danny Krivit, continues to run his Sacred Rhythm Music record label and curate the Cosmic Arts community centre in his hometown of Brooklyn, NYC.
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The first LP since 2008’s ‘Corresponding Echoes’ on his Sacred Rhythm Music, Joaquin Joe Claussell arrives on Radio Slave’s Rekids for ‘Raw Tones’, a nine-track excursion through the sound of his exquisitely soulful house music.
Originally released on uber limited cassettes, the music within ‘Raw Tones’ caught the ear of Radio Slave, aka Matt Edwards, who messaged Claussell, a friend since remixing Edwards’ Machine project in 2012, and convinced the legendary producer that the music needed a wider audience and, so, ‘Raw Tones’ the LP is here.
Introspective opening cut ‘Lock Down’ draws for breathy strings and swirling pads, followed by the hypnotic and low-slung ‘The Blame Game (Table Top Idea)’, which sees jazzy keys float around carefully crafted dubbed-out ambience and subtle, whispered vocals.
‘Break Free’ ups the energy, bringing a wonky bassline under decisive, machine-like drum hits while both spoken and sung vocals interplay throughout. ‘You Mutha Fuka’ brings rock-solid drums and thick bass underneath delayed vocals before the dreamy chords and twinkling keys of ‘Way Back Then’ close out the B-side.
The gorgeous ‘Air We Breathe (Revisited Cassette Demo)’ marries rolling percussion across live bass and softly drawn-out pads, followed by an instrumental version of ‘Break Free’. The final side of vinyl sees the extended trippiness of ‘If It's All In Your Mind Let It Out’ lead into the floaty low tempo closer ‘Hallucinations Ejaculations’.
Joaquin Joe Claussell, co-founder of Body & Soul with Francois Kervorkian and Danny Krivit, continues to run his Sacred Rhythm Music record label and curate the Cosmic Arts community centre in his hometown of Brooklyn, NYC.
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - 03
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - No Title
Side A1: 9:57
Side A2: 6:02
Side B1: 6:45
Side B2: 6:42
ATypical Dopeness © 2020
Joaquin Joe Claussell Unofficial Edits & Overdubs PT Four of Six
Special 12” includes a special FREE download by Email
(for a limited time only)
Continuing on with this dope edits & overdubs series, we’re thrilled to
finally present the next in the series:
Joaquin Joe Claussell Unofficial Edits & Overdubs 12” EP Series
PT 4 of 6. - Cat# Circuit.LP-02-03.
Keeping to the tradition of providing music enthusiast and DJ’s with the
eclectic sounds that this series is known for providing;
PT 4 features genre’s and sound in the likes of Comic Disco, Calypso
Soul, Disco Funk and Jazz Fusion. The EP houses four compositions that
have been extended for DJ play, as well as for longer listening
enjoyment.
This 12” is destined to become another essential piece in the Unofficial
Edits & Overdubs lineage, but also for any record collectors or DJ who
secures a copy.
Comes with access to a very special FREE download code by email
of the eagerly participated unreleased “Tears of Joy” Dub Mix.
Produced and Mixed by Joaquin Joe Claussell
November 25th 2020 is when the Download becomes available by email
and (for a limited time only) More
Side A2: 6:02
Side B1: 6:45
Side B2: 6:42
ATypical Dopeness © 2020
Joaquin Joe Claussell Unofficial Edits & Overdubs PT Four of Six
Special 12” includes a special FREE download by Email
(for a limited time only)
Continuing on with this dope edits & overdubs series, we’re thrilled to
finally present the next in the series:
Joaquin Joe Claussell Unofficial Edits & Overdubs 12” EP Series
PT 4 of 6. - Cat# Circuit.LP-02-03.
Keeping to the tradition of providing music enthusiast and DJ’s with the
eclectic sounds that this series is known for providing;
PT 4 features genre’s and sound in the likes of Comic Disco, Calypso
Soul, Disco Funk and Jazz Fusion. The EP houses four compositions that
have been extended for DJ play, as well as for longer listening
enjoyment.
This 12” is destined to become another essential piece in the Unofficial
Edits & Overdubs lineage, but also for any record collectors or DJ who
secures a copy.
Comes with access to a very special FREE download code by email
of the eagerly participated unreleased “Tears of Joy” Dub Mix.
Produced and Mixed by Joaquin Joe Claussell
November 25th 2020 is when the Download becomes available by email
and (for a limited time only) More
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - No Title
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Side A1: Tuck & Patti - Tears of Joy
Side A2: Skull Snaps - Al's Razorblade
Side B1: Renee Geyer Band - There in the
Morning.
Side B2: The Impossible Dreamers - Life on
Earth
Joaquin Joe Claussell Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs
Part Three of Six Special - 12” Vinyl
Keeping in rhythm with the previous released 2 X12’ EP Pt
One & Two of Six Cat# Circuit. LP01-02 release taken from
the Joaquin Joe Claussell Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs
double CD CAT# Circuit.T.17778 Project; comes this
much-anticipated vinyl of PT Three of Six. Like its
predecessor, this 12” ep features extended DJ versions by
Joaquin Joe Claussell, including but not limited to the
heavily played Tuck & Patti “Tears of Joy” Remix. As
expected, this is a limited release. as well as an additional
jam that is not included on the CD. As usual, this is a
limited release. More
Side A2: Skull Snaps - Al's Razorblade
Side B1: Renee Geyer Band - There in the
Morning.
Side B2: The Impossible Dreamers - Life on
Earth
Joaquin Joe Claussell Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs
Part Three of Six Special - 12” Vinyl
Keeping in rhythm with the previous released 2 X12’ EP Pt
One & Two of Six Cat# Circuit. LP01-02 release taken from
the Joaquin Joe Claussell Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs
double CD CAT# Circuit.T.17778 Project; comes this
much-anticipated vinyl of PT Three of Six. Like its
predecessor, this 12” ep features extended DJ versions by
Joaquin Joe Claussell, including but not limited to the
heavily played Tuck & Patti “Tears of Joy” Remix. As
expected, this is a limited release. as well as an additional
jam that is not included on the CD. As usual, this is a
limited release. More
Tracklisting:
Side A1: It All Began in the East (Sacred Rhythm Version)
Side A2: It All Began in the East (Cosmic Arts Koto Version)
Side B1: A Dance for Gratitude (Joaquin's Congo Arts Drum
Version)
Side B2: It All Began in the East (The Cosmic Arts Meditational
Mix)
Originally released on CD with what began as a story told by a foreigner of
how the discovery of music while living in New York has provided her with a
sense of purpose and freedom that was before then unknown to her; The
composition featuring the very talented “Yumi Korusawa” on Japanese
Koto, and tilted “It All Began in The East” - originally released as cosmic
journey into the mind and soul; received the remix treatment by Joaquin Joe
Claussell.
The results are an up tempo afro jazz composition that aside from it resting
on the support of afro percussive rhythms; musically speaking, the
composition is elevated by a dope musical orchestration that is expected of
Joe Claussell deliver. Also included on the 12” ep is another hot
composition remixed by Joaquin’ Remix of the titled “A Dance for
Gratitude.” A dope remix that resembles Joaquin’s Cult Classic afro jam “Je
Ka Jo.” All in all, this is defifinitely a 12” EP that will be played for a very long
time to come. More
Side A1: It All Began in the East (Sacred Rhythm Version)
Side A2: It All Began in the East (Cosmic Arts Koto Version)
Side B1: A Dance for Gratitude (Joaquin's Congo Arts Drum
Version)
Side B2: It All Began in the East (The Cosmic Arts Meditational
Mix)
Originally released on CD with what began as a story told by a foreigner of
how the discovery of music while living in New York has provided her with a
sense of purpose and freedom that was before then unknown to her; The
composition featuring the very talented “Yumi Korusawa” on Japanese
Koto, and tilted “It All Began in The East” - originally released as cosmic
journey into the mind and soul; received the remix treatment by Joaquin Joe
Claussell.
The results are an up tempo afro jazz composition that aside from it resting
on the support of afro percussive rhythms; musically speaking, the
composition is elevated by a dope musical orchestration that is expected of
Joe Claussell deliver. Also included on the 12” ep is another hot
composition remixed by Joaquin’ Remix of the titled “A Dance for
Gratitude.” A dope remix that resembles Joaquin’s Cult Classic afro jam “Je
Ka Jo.” All in all, this is defifinitely a 12” EP that will be played for a very long
time to come. More
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - No Title
Tracklisting:
Side A: Adelhard Roidinger - Kontraband (5:45)
Side B: Radiohead - Little by Little (6:58)
Following hot on the heels of the sold-out Joaquin Joe Claussell
Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs PT 2 comes what is in our humble
opinion, one of our dopest sevens of the series to date. The A side
alone, which is not included on the Unoffiffifficial Edits Project, is a
dope jam was specially selected out of Joe Claussell’s collection,
and is unknown to many-shares in great company with another
dope edit and overdub that’s on the B side. This will be a must have
for anyone who’s looking for other dope music, but especially for
the many 7” collectors that reside out in the world. The trouble,
however, is that there won’t be enough to fifill the demand. But The
good news is that there’s a free download s an associated with this
release.
Don’t Sleep!
More
Side A: Adelhard Roidinger - Kontraband (5:45)
Side B: Radiohead - Little by Little (6:58)
Following hot on the heels of the sold-out Joaquin Joe Claussell
Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs PT 2 comes what is in our humble
opinion, one of our dopest sevens of the series to date. The A side
alone, which is not included on the Unoffiffifficial Edits Project, is a
dope jam was specially selected out of Joe Claussell’s collection,
and is unknown to many-shares in great company with another
dope edit and overdub that’s on the B side. This will be a must have
for anyone who’s looking for other dope music, but especially for
the many 7” collectors that reside out in the world. The trouble,
however, is that there won’t be enough to fifill the demand. But The
good news is that there’s a free download s an associated with this
release.
Don’t Sleep!
More
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Tracklisting:
Side A: Discombobulated Wiring ( Joe's 1995 Cassette Tape
Demo ) 5:15
Side B: Intellectual Interference (3:18)
X.periments 7Inch PT 2 7inch (includes special download and
special post card)
Important! For those of you who have already received one of our
special X. periments Post Card designed by our very own Akemi
Shimada; look for, and if you dare, use the special link that’s
inserted somewhere on the back of the post card. But let it be
known that you were warned beforehand; for if you do decide to
venture inside; prepare yourself for a journey into dopeness of
sound and vision – have fun…
And now on the music. This is the next eagerly awaited 7”
installment to the Avant Garde X. periemnts series envisioned
and produced by Joaquin Joe Claussell. Difffferent from the sound
experimentation that was presented on previous 7” that came
with the X. periments Box Set Cat# CODE-00651b/a/cd; The A
Side Titled "Discombobulated Wiring” provides a more DJ
Friendly electronically infused dance composition that
reminiscent of electronic dance music of the seventies but with a
modern twist. While the B side titled “Intellectual Interference”
offffers weird noises that are aligned with the root of the X.
periments project, and can be useful as DJ Tool, Sound FX for
over laying or Segues. The 7” includes a special digital download
and a special postcard.
Dare to play difffferently. More
Side A: Discombobulated Wiring ( Joe's 1995 Cassette Tape
Demo ) 5:15
Side B: Intellectual Interference (3:18)
X.periments 7Inch PT 2 7inch (includes special download and
special post card)
Important! For those of you who have already received one of our
special X. periments Post Card designed by our very own Akemi
Shimada; look for, and if you dare, use the special link that’s
inserted somewhere on the back of the post card. But let it be
known that you were warned beforehand; for if you do decide to
venture inside; prepare yourself for a journey into dopeness of
sound and vision – have fun…
And now on the music. This is the next eagerly awaited 7”
installment to the Avant Garde X. periemnts series envisioned
and produced by Joaquin Joe Claussell. Difffferent from the sound
experimentation that was presented on previous 7” that came
with the X. periments Box Set Cat# CODE-00651b/a/cd; The A
Side Titled "Discombobulated Wiring” provides a more DJ
Friendly electronically infused dance composition that
reminiscent of electronic dance music of the seventies but with a
modern twist. While the B side titled “Intellectual Interference”
offffers weird noises that are aligned with the root of the X.
periments project, and can be useful as DJ Tool, Sound FX for
over laying or Segues. The 7” includes a special digital download
and a special postcard.
Dare to play difffferently. More
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - No Title
Taken from the previously released immensely popular Praise
series, this 7me volume 5 CD 7lted “Praying for a Be>er
Tomorrow” Compiled by Joaquin Joe Claussell; we bring to you
two specially edited and overdubbed Gospel Disco Stomper's
that are sure to raise the spirits up of any dance flfloor. The A
side features and extended edit of “Lord Look at Your People by
the Crowns of Glory - A gem that Joaquin presented on one of
his earlier Praise compila7ons some 7me before this now
gospel disco craze of which Joaquin Joe Claussell was defifinitely
in the for front of making happen. On the flflip Side is a yet
another overlooked and under appreciated soulful disco tune
7tled “A world of Lonely People by Keith Barrow.
Produced by popular demand this is only the second 12 Inch to
come out of the Praise series. And because the focus for this
compila7on is on a CD format, these 12 inches are a limited
release. Be on the lookout, however for the special vinyl
package that will commemorate the Praise CD series and its
impact on Gospel Music thus far.
Hallelujah and Praises to the all mighty music, sound and
rhythm More
series, this 7me volume 5 CD 7lted “Praying for a Be>er
Tomorrow” Compiled by Joaquin Joe Claussell; we bring to you
two specially edited and overdubbed Gospel Disco Stomper's
that are sure to raise the spirits up of any dance flfloor. The A
side features and extended edit of “Lord Look at Your People by
the Crowns of Glory - A gem that Joaquin presented on one of
his earlier Praise compila7ons some 7me before this now
gospel disco craze of which Joaquin Joe Claussell was defifinitely
in the for front of making happen. On the flflip Side is a yet
another overlooked and under appreciated soulful disco tune
7tled “A world of Lonely People by Keith Barrow.
Produced by popular demand this is only the second 12 Inch to
come out of the Praise series. And because the focus for this
compila7on is on a CD format, these 12 inches are a limited
release. Be on the lookout, however for the special vinyl
package that will commemorate the Praise CD series and its
impact on Gospel Music thus far.
Hallelujah and Praises to the all mighty music, sound and
rhythm More
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - The Singing Fools - "Love Is A Beautiful Thing
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Joaquin Joe Claussell - El Coco - "Afrodesia/Cocaine" (Rhythm version part 1)
Tracklisting:
Side A: The Singing Fools - Love is a Beautiful Thing (5:45)
Side B: El Coco - Afrodesia /. Cocaine (7:08)
Here we have another very Special Limited 7Inch Vinyl that was
specially edited and overdubbed by Joaquin Joe Claussell.
We will not go into the music this time. However, what we will share
with you is that, as usual, the jams chosen for this project have
either been overlooked or forgotten.
Either way, they’re here now and they are dope!
This has become a very popular vinyl series and so like its
predecessor Circuit ER7.1. We don’t expect these to be around for
long. So now More
Side A: The Singing Fools - Love is a Beautiful Thing (5:45)
Side B: El Coco - Afrodesia /. Cocaine (7:08)
Here we have another very Special Limited 7Inch Vinyl that was
specially edited and overdubbed by Joaquin Joe Claussell.
We will not go into the music this time. However, what we will share
with you is that, as usual, the jams chosen for this project have
either been overlooked or forgotten.
Either way, they’re here now and they are dope!
This has become a very popular vinyl series and so like its
predecessor Circuit ER7.1. We don’t expect these to be around for
long. So now More
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Joaquin Joe Claussell Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs
Part Three of Six Special - 12” Vinyl
Keeping in rhythm with the previous released 2 X12’ EP Pt
One & Two of Six Cat# Circuit. LP01-02 release taken from
the Joaquin Joe Claussell Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs
double CD CAT# Circuit.T.17778 Project; comes this
much-anticipated vinyl of PT Three of Six. Like its
predecessor, this 12” ep features extended DJ versions by
Joaquin Joe Claussell, including but not limited to the
heavily played Tuck & Patti “Tears of Joy” Remix. As
expected, this is a limited release. as well as an additional
jam that is not included on the CD. As usual, this is a
limited release.
Don’t Sleep! More
Part Three of Six Special - 12” Vinyl
Keeping in rhythm with the previous released 2 X12’ EP Pt
One & Two of Six Cat# Circuit. LP01-02 release taken from
the Joaquin Joe Claussell Unoffiffifficial Edits & Overdubs
double CD CAT# Circuit.T.17778 Project; comes this
much-anticipated vinyl of PT Three of Six. Like its
predecessor, this 12” ep features extended DJ versions by
Joaquin Joe Claussell, including but not limited to the
heavily played Tuck & Patti “Tears of Joy” Remix. As
expected, this is a limited release. as well as an additional
jam that is not included on the CD. As usual, this is a
limited release.
Don’t Sleep! More
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An exciting announcement about the release of a new music project titled "Rain" by Vick Lavender in collaboration with Angel-A.
Sophisticado Recordings and Sacred Rhythm Music present 'Rain' by Vick Lavender.
Sophisticado Recordings and Sacred Rhythm Music are thrilled to announce the long-awaited release of 'Rain.' Vick Lavender and Angel team up once again for this anticipated project, delivering a captivating rendition of the 90's R&B classic 'Rain.' Vick's signature Time Travel interpretation is set to delight his loyal followers and Deep House music enthusiasts worldwide.
Angel-A's gospel-inspired vocals elevate the production to a whole new level, supported by the musical talent of Justin Dillard. Sacred Rhythm's visionary release of this gem showcases the collaborative efforts of the team. Special thanks to brother Joaquin Joe Claussell and the Sacred Rhythm & Cosmic Arts family." More
Sophisticado Recordings and Sacred Rhythm Music present 'Rain' by Vick Lavender.
Sophisticado Recordings and Sacred Rhythm Music are thrilled to announce the long-awaited release of 'Rain.' Vick Lavender and Angel team up once again for this anticipated project, delivering a captivating rendition of the 90's R&B classic 'Rain.' Vick's signature Time Travel interpretation is set to delight his loyal followers and Deep House music enthusiasts worldwide.
Angel-A's gospel-inspired vocals elevate the production to a whole new level, supported by the musical talent of Justin Dillard. Sacred Rhythm's visionary release of this gem showcases the collaborative efforts of the team. Special thanks to brother Joaquin Joe Claussell and the Sacred Rhythm & Cosmic Arts family." More
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Product Informations: Blue Crystal Clear Vinyl, gatefold sleeve, 4 page 12'' booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
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For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
Vinyls Tracklisting:
SIDE A
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
SIDE B
1.Cuatro Calles
2.La Colilla
3.São Paulo Motoboy
4.Tom et Lola
5.Lonely Night
6.Tantas Tierras
More
Product Informations: Blue Crystal Clear Vinyl, gatefold sleeve, 4 page 12'' booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
SHORT BIOG
For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
Vinyls Tracklisting:
SIDE A
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
SIDE B
1.Cuatro Calles
2.La Colilla
3.São Paulo Motoboy
4.Tom et Lola
5.Lonely Night
6.Tantas Tierras
More
Rights : World excluding FR,UK,Spain, Argentina, Uruguay,Chili,Bolivia
Product Informations: Picture Disc , 2 different visuals (1 per side), gatefold sleeve, 4 page 12'' booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
SHORT BIOG
For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
Vinyls Tracklisting:
SIDE A
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
SIDE B
1.Cuatro Calles
2.La Colilla
3.São Paulo Motoboy
4.Tom et Lola
5.Lonely Night
6.Tantas Tierras
More
Product Informations: Picture Disc , 2 different visuals (1 per side), gatefold sleeve, 4 page 12'' booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
SHORT BIOG
For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
Vinyls Tracklisting:
SIDE A
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
SIDE B
1.Cuatro Calles
2.La Colilla
3.São Paulo Motoboy
4.Tom et Lola
5.Lonely Night
6.Tantas Tierras
More
Rights : World excluding FR,UK,Spain, Argentina, Uruguay,Chili,Bolivia
Product Informations: Black Vinyl, gatefold sleeve, 4 page 12'' booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
SHORT BIOG
For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
Vinyls Tracklisting:
SIDE A
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
SIDE B
1.Cuatro Calles
2.La Colilla
3.São Paulo Motoboy
4.Tom et Lola
5.Lonely Night
6.Tantas Tierras
More
Product Informations: Black Vinyl, gatefold sleeve, 4 page 12'' booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
SHORT BIOG
For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
Vinyls Tracklisting:
SIDE A
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
SIDE B
1.Cuatro Calles
2.La Colilla
3.São Paulo Motoboy
4.Tom et Lola
5.Lonely Night
6.Tantas Tierras
More
Rights : World excluding FR,UK,Spain, Argentina, Uruguay,Chili,Bolivia
Product Informations: CD Digisleeve, 16 page booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
SHORT BIOG
For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
CD Tracklisting:
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
8.Cuatro Calles
9.La Colilla
10.São Paulo Motoboy
11.Tom et Lola
12.Lonely Night
13.Tantas Tierras
More
Product Informations: CD Digisleeve, 16 page booklet. "Viva Tu", Manu Chao's new album. Includes " Viva Tu ", "Sao Paulo Motoboy " and collaborations such as "Heaven's Bad Day" with Willie Nelson & "Tu Te Vas" with Laeti.
SHORT BIOG
For years, Manu Chao has been travelling the world to meet his fans in unusual venues, villages and small festivals. Elusive, but always accessible to those who cross his path, Manu now presents his new studio album 'Viva Tu', a collection of songs written at the heart of daily lives and struggles, and a fresh take on the state of the world, singing sunny, universal songs in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese, painting an unforgiving picture of social imbalances.
The lead song 'Viva Tu', a heartfelt rumba dedicated to the daily life heroes, has already made its mark. The second single, 'São Paulo Motoboy', is a colorful, sunny ode to the two-wheeled delivery people venturing the Latin American metropoles every day.
The album, to be released September 20th, also features some memorable collaborations, including 'Heaven's Bad Day' with country legend Willie Nelson and 'Tu Te Vas' with rising French rapper Laeti.
Available now in preorder (CD/Vinyls/Digital).
CD Tracklisting:
1.Vecinos En El Mar
2.La Couleur du Temps
3.River Why
4.Viva Tu
5.Heaven's Bad Day (feat. Willie Nelson)
6.Tu Te Vas (feat. Laeti)
7.Coraçao No Mar
8.Cuatro Calles
9.La Colilla
10.São Paulo Motoboy
11.Tom et Lola
12.Lonely Night
13.Tantas Tierras
More
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Bobby Bazini - Waterfallin' (Gilles Peterson Remix)
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Bobby Bazini - Waterfallin' (Gilles Peterson Instrumental Remix)
Limited to 300 hand-numbered copies. No repress. Rising Canadian guitar dexter Bobby Bazini presents the 7" vinyl edition of one of his latest singles, 'Waterfallin'', which features none other than Gilles Peterson on remix duties. With source material from one of five of Bazini's Spanish guitar debuts - 'Waterfallin'' having emerged from the affective foams and mistings-up of a friend, Connor, whose performance in front of him on the nylon guitar conjured images of a waterfall in Bazini's head - Peterson brings a folktronic verve to Bazini's originally vintage with a vibe more accentuated for the dancefloor . Upfront support from Gilles Peterson on his Worldwide FM show plus Kevin Beadle..Nicola Conte…DJ Koco….Cosmo Sofi.. Emanative and more…
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The Movers - Soweto Disco (Voodoocuts Edit)
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The Movers - Shanana (Voodoocuts Edit)
Longtime label friend and supplier of numerous edits, "Voodoocuts", teams up with "Matasuna Records" again for a new officially licensed 45. This time he puts his hands on two disco gems by the South African band "The Movers", one of the most important South African bands that shaped the country's music scene from the late 1960s to the early 1980s. The songs "Soweto Disco" and "Shanana" from the late seventies get the Voodoocuts treatment with his typical precision and attention to musical detail. The fusion of South African music with international influences such as jazz, funk and disco is an explosive mix and a secret weapon for every record bag.
Voodoocuts kicks off the single with his stunning edit of "Soweto Disco". The original is already extremely infectious and energetic, with a grooving bass, opulent horn sections, wild organ parts and a relaxed reggae vibe. But Voodoocut manages to give the song an extra kick with his skillful rearrangement, drumming and the addition of loops, filters, effects and samples. The edit effortlessly takes the song into the present to deliver a killer cut for the dancefloor.
On the flip side, "Shanana" is another delicacy from the band's later creative period. Although the mood is more relaxed, it's a wonderful song with its distinctive bass and guitar lines, as well as the great organs that are always present. Voodoocuts Edit builds up the song slowly to give the instruments enough space to unfold. A wonderful jazz-funk tune with a disco touch, enhanced by the Voodoocuts treatment.
Artist info:
The story begins in the turbulent townships of South Africa in the 1960s, when unknown musicians and brothers "Norman" and "Opa Hlongwane" approached "Kenneth Siphayi", a wealthy businessman, with the idea of supplying them with musical instruments in exchange for a share of live performances and record sales. Siphayi agreed and even became their manager, providing them with a rehearsal space and an organist. This was the beginning of the band "The Movers", whose name was also given by Siphayi.
The Movers developed a unique sound that combined traditional South African rhythms and melodies with influences from American soul, jazz and funk. Their sound was both danceable and emotionally profound. Inspired by the challenges and hopes of everyday life in the townships, their music took listeners' hearts by storm. Their energetic performances and catchy melodies quickly made them one of the most popular bands in the country. This was reflected in the sales of their first album, "Crying Guitar", which sold over half a million copies in the first few months after its release.
But their music was more than entertainment; it was an expression of the hope and resistance of an entire generation. Despite their immense popularity, The Movers, like many other black artists in apartheid South Africa, faced many challenges: Segregation, censorship, and limited opportunities to bring their music to a wider audience. However, they overcame these challenges. Their song "Soweto Inn" even became the soundtrack for the student revolts of the mid-1970s.
However, the band also experienced repeated upheavals due to a change of band members and the dismissal of their manager in 1976. The gap was filled by the producer, who took a more active role in the band's musical direction. By the end of the 1970s, none of the original members were still active and the musical landscape in South Africa began to change. The emergence of new musical styles and political pressure from the apartheid government presented challenges to the band. Despite these adversities, The Movers remained active, recording new music and proving their adaptability and creativity.
Even after their active time, the legacy of The Movers has remained alive. Their music is still listened to and appreciated today, and they are considered trailblazers for many musicians in South Africa. More than just a band, The Movers were a voice of hope and cultural expression in a difficult time. Their music remains an enduring symbol of the strength and spirit of South Africa. More
Voodoocuts kicks off the single with his stunning edit of "Soweto Disco". The original is already extremely infectious and energetic, with a grooving bass, opulent horn sections, wild organ parts and a relaxed reggae vibe. But Voodoocut manages to give the song an extra kick with his skillful rearrangement, drumming and the addition of loops, filters, effects and samples. The edit effortlessly takes the song into the present to deliver a killer cut for the dancefloor.
On the flip side, "Shanana" is another delicacy from the band's later creative period. Although the mood is more relaxed, it's a wonderful song with its distinctive bass and guitar lines, as well as the great organs that are always present. Voodoocuts Edit builds up the song slowly to give the instruments enough space to unfold. A wonderful jazz-funk tune with a disco touch, enhanced by the Voodoocuts treatment.
Artist info:
The story begins in the turbulent townships of South Africa in the 1960s, when unknown musicians and brothers "Norman" and "Opa Hlongwane" approached "Kenneth Siphayi", a wealthy businessman, with the idea of supplying them with musical instruments in exchange for a share of live performances and record sales. Siphayi agreed and even became their manager, providing them with a rehearsal space and an organist. This was the beginning of the band "The Movers", whose name was also given by Siphayi.
The Movers developed a unique sound that combined traditional South African rhythms and melodies with influences from American soul, jazz and funk. Their sound was both danceable and emotionally profound. Inspired by the challenges and hopes of everyday life in the townships, their music took listeners' hearts by storm. Their energetic performances and catchy melodies quickly made them one of the most popular bands in the country. This was reflected in the sales of their first album, "Crying Guitar", which sold over half a million copies in the first few months after its release.
But their music was more than entertainment; it was an expression of the hope and resistance of an entire generation. Despite their immense popularity, The Movers, like many other black artists in apartheid South Africa, faced many challenges: Segregation, censorship, and limited opportunities to bring their music to a wider audience. However, they overcame these challenges. Their song "Soweto Inn" even became the soundtrack for the student revolts of the mid-1970s.
However, the band also experienced repeated upheavals due to a change of band members and the dismissal of their manager in 1976. The gap was filled by the producer, who took a more active role in the band's musical direction. By the end of the 1970s, none of the original members were still active and the musical landscape in South Africa began to change. The emergence of new musical styles and political pressure from the apartheid government presented challenges to the band. Despite these adversities, The Movers remained active, recording new music and proving their adaptability and creativity.
Even after their active time, the legacy of The Movers has remained alive. Their music is still listened to and appreciated today, and they are considered trailblazers for many musicians in South Africa. More than just a band, The Movers were a voice of hope and cultural expression in a difficult time. Their music remains an enduring symbol of the strength and spirit of South Africa. More
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V.A. - A1.Utopia
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V.A. - A2.Something's Gotta Give
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V.A. - B1.Hunger
4
V.A. - B2.The Freak
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Grand Slam - Goin’ Out
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Grand Slam - Don't Let You Down (Single Edit)
- Limited Edition of 350 copies
- Thick high quality picture sleeve with hype sticker
- Previously unissued on vinyl, recorded in 1986
The Outer Edge is excited to announce the release of an intense and previously undiscovered funk rap / boogie single, featuring two tracks recorded in 1986.
While researching for his book on 80s funk music in Germany, DJ Scientist explored bands from Bavaria that collaborated with GIs. One of these bands is Grand Slam, a group that remains active to this day. The band’s leader, Toby Mayerl, lived near a US Army base in Amberg, where he fell in love with funk after hearing Roger Troutman and Zapp. He soon became part of two groups: Total Control and Grand Slam.
Originally led by guitarist Harry Zawrel, Grand Slam had a “European” funk sound similar to Talking Heads or Level 42. However, in 1985, Mayerl took over the band and merged it with Total Control, a mixed group that included African-American soldiers. From that point on, they shifted towards a heavier funk and soul sound, continuing to work with musicians from the GI community. By late 1986, they had enough material to record their debut album, Make My Day. Although published by the independent label Kerston, the album was only available on cassette, primarily sold at their concerts in early 1987.
DJ Scientist managed to track down an original copy of this ultra-rare tape in the MUZ archive in Nuremberg. "What I heard blew my mind," he said. "The cassette featured seven raw, well-produced funk and soul jams with fantastic arrangements and vocals." As an old-school funk and disco rap collector, he was immediately captivated by the track "Goin' Out," which features GI rapper Calvin E. Flagg. This song evokes the energy of early recorded rap singles from labels like Enjoy or Sugar Hill Records.
On Side B, the second track from the unheard debut album, ‘Don’t Let You Down,’ offers another glimpse of what we've been missing. This uptempo boogie-funk track features lead vocals by Aletha Mcbryde, Calvin E. Flagg, and Oliver Allwardt, along with thrilling synths and a lively brass section - perfect for turning up the volume.
Both tracks have been remastered from the original master tapes, which Toby Mayerl fortunately still had in his archive. The artwork for the release is inspired by original band posters, with the Grand Slam logo taking cues from Bootsy's Rubber Band’s Body Slam! cover from 1982. This limited vinyl pressing is capped at just 350 copies.
- Intense Funk Rap / Boogie single
- Fully Licenced, recorded in 1986
- Transferred from original master tape
- Mastered by Frederic Stader
TRACKLISTS:
A
Goin’ Out
B
Don't Let You Down (Single Edit) More
- Thick high quality picture sleeve with hype sticker
- Previously unissued on vinyl, recorded in 1986
The Outer Edge is excited to announce the release of an intense and previously undiscovered funk rap / boogie single, featuring two tracks recorded in 1986.
While researching for his book on 80s funk music in Germany, DJ Scientist explored bands from Bavaria that collaborated with GIs. One of these bands is Grand Slam, a group that remains active to this day. The band’s leader, Toby Mayerl, lived near a US Army base in Amberg, where he fell in love with funk after hearing Roger Troutman and Zapp. He soon became part of two groups: Total Control and Grand Slam.
Originally led by guitarist Harry Zawrel, Grand Slam had a “European” funk sound similar to Talking Heads or Level 42. However, in 1985, Mayerl took over the band and merged it with Total Control, a mixed group that included African-American soldiers. From that point on, they shifted towards a heavier funk and soul sound, continuing to work with musicians from the GI community. By late 1986, they had enough material to record their debut album, Make My Day. Although published by the independent label Kerston, the album was only available on cassette, primarily sold at their concerts in early 1987.
DJ Scientist managed to track down an original copy of this ultra-rare tape in the MUZ archive in Nuremberg. "What I heard blew my mind," he said. "The cassette featured seven raw, well-produced funk and soul jams with fantastic arrangements and vocals." As an old-school funk and disco rap collector, he was immediately captivated by the track "Goin' Out," which features GI rapper Calvin E. Flagg. This song evokes the energy of early recorded rap singles from labels like Enjoy or Sugar Hill Records.
On Side B, the second track from the unheard debut album, ‘Don’t Let You Down,’ offers another glimpse of what we've been missing. This uptempo boogie-funk track features lead vocals by Aletha Mcbryde, Calvin E. Flagg, and Oliver Allwardt, along with thrilling synths and a lively brass section - perfect for turning up the volume.
Both tracks have been remastered from the original master tapes, which Toby Mayerl fortunately still had in his archive. The artwork for the release is inspired by original band posters, with the Grand Slam logo taking cues from Bootsy's Rubber Band’s Body Slam! cover from 1982. This limited vinyl pressing is capped at just 350 copies.
- Intense Funk Rap / Boogie single
- Fully Licenced, recorded in 1986
- Transferred from original master tape
- Mastered by Frederic Stader
TRACKLISTS:
A
Goin’ Out
B
Don't Let You Down (Single Edit) More
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Deadbeat x Om Unit - Root
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Deadbeat x Om Unit - Stalk
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Deadbeat x Om Unit - Leaf
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Deadbeat x Om Unit - Bloom
Repress!
Deadbeat and Om Unit combine forces to explore their shared love of dubbed-out electronics.
Starting a thread from Montreal to Bristol, this mini LP is rooted in the tradition of dub and techno, but with tinges of roots and acid as well as the etheric ambience they are both known for.
Root, Stalk, Leaf and Bloom is contemplative but heartfelt, with a sense of momentum and positive purpose.
Written and produced by Scott Monteith and J.Coles
Artwork by EPOD
Layout by Graeme "Gramrcy" Bateman
Mastered by Cristobal Urbina
Cut by Simon from The Exchange
(P) & (C) Midnight Shift Records c/o The Singapore Music Cabinet 2021 More
Deadbeat and Om Unit combine forces to explore their shared love of dubbed-out electronics.
Starting a thread from Montreal to Bristol, this mini LP is rooted in the tradition of dub and techno, but with tinges of roots and acid as well as the etheric ambience they are both known for.
Root, Stalk, Leaf and Bloom is contemplative but heartfelt, with a sense of momentum and positive purpose.
Written and produced by Scott Monteith and J.Coles
Artwork by EPOD
Layout by Graeme "Gramrcy" Bateman
Mastered by Cristobal Urbina
Cut by Simon from The Exchange
(P) & (C) Midnight Shift Records c/o The Singapore Music Cabinet 2021 More
Label:Forever Living Originals
Cat-No:FLO00017LP
Release-Date:08.11.2024
Genre:Soul/Funk
Configuration:LP
Label:Forever Living Originals
Cat-No:FLO00017LP
Release-Date:08.11.2024
Genre:Soul/Funk
Configuration:LP
Alongside the widespread success of Sault, we've been able to bear witness to the continued rise of core member Cleo Sol as a standout voice in the vanguard of UK soul. Following her two previous albums Mother and Rose In The Dark, Sol stretches out once again with an arresting collection of neo soul, folk and more. Everything is cast in warm, rich tones, from the acoustic lilt of 'Airplane' to the dusky bump of 'Go Baby', but it's the strength of Sol's vocal presence which binds everything together so perfectly. Truly capturing the best of modern soul with wholly justified comparisons to Jill Scott, Erykah Badu and D'Angelo alike, this stunning album has future classic written all over it.
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