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In Glass - Shadow
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In Glass - Shattered
3
In Glass - Fractured
4
In Glass - Glow
Tracklisting
A1 In Glass - Shadow
A2 In Glass - Shattered
B1 In Glass - Fractured
B2 In Glass - Glow
Sales Note
Phara presents, 'In Glass'. The first release under this new moniker, moving at a softer and more harmonic cadence.
Expect layered, mesmerising soundscapes inspired by cold winter days, held together with the more familiar tensions and textures you might expect from Phara.
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A1 In Glass - Shadow
A2 In Glass - Shattered
B1 In Glass - Fractured
B2 In Glass - Glow
Sales Note
Phara presents, 'In Glass'. The first release under this new moniker, moving at a softer and more harmonic cadence.
Expect layered, mesmerising soundscapes inspired by cold winter days, held together with the more familiar tensions and textures you might expect from Phara.
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More records from Phaaar
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Phara - Beetham Tower
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Phara - First Wave
3
Phara - Roses
4
Phara - You Bark I Bite
Tracklisting
A1 Phara - Beetham Tower
A2 Phara - First Wave
B1 Phara - Roses
B2 Phara - You Bark I Bite
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A1 Phara - Beetham Tower
A2 Phara - First Wave
B1 Phara - Roses
B2 Phara - You Bark I Bite
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Phara - Rhythm Sticks
2
Phara - High Lows
3
Phara - Grey Ribbon
Tracklisting
A1 Phara - Rhythm Sticks
B1 Phara - High Lows
B2 Phara - Grey Ribbon
Sales Note
Phara returns with a brand new EP on his own imprint PHAAR.
EMX Series Pt.II is the second EP in the series, dedicated to the tracks made and played live using only his Korg Electribe EMX-1.
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A1 Phara - Rhythm Sticks
B1 Phara - High Lows
B2 Phara - Grey Ribbon
Sales Note
Phara returns with a brand new EP on his own imprint PHAAR.
EMX Series Pt.II is the second EP in the series, dedicated to the tracks made and played live using only his Korg Electribe EMX-1.
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1
Phara - The Final Pattern
2
Phara - Verbs & Snares
Tracklisting:
A1 Phara - The Final Pattern
B1 Phara - Verbs & Snares
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A1 Phara - The Final Pattern
B1 Phara - Verbs & Snares
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Phara - Falling Forward
2
Phara - Order Disorder
3
Phara - Gate1
4
Phara - Cerulean Blue
hand-stamped
Tracklisting:
A1 Phara - Falling Forward
A2 Phara - Order Disorder
B1 Phara - Gate1
B2 Phara - Cerulean Blue
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Tracklisting:
A1 Phara - Falling Forward
A2 Phara - Order Disorder
B1 Phara - Gate1
B2 Phara - Cerulean Blue
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1
Phara - Valve Force Circuitry (EMX-1)
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Phara - Amygdala +
3
Phara - Excess Retorics
4
Phara - Sensory-C
Tracklisting:
A1 Phara - Valve Force Circuitry (EMX-1)
A2 Phara - Amygdala +
B1 Phara - Excess Retorics
B2 Phara - Sensory-C
Sales Note
- 2023 repress -
For the restless, living in a constant state of movement.
Proud to finally announce the first release on my new label, called "Phaaar".
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A1 Phara - Valve Force Circuitry (EMX-1)
A2 Phara - Amygdala +
B1 Phara - Excess Retorics
B2 Phara - Sensory-C
Sales Note
- 2023 repress -
For the restless, living in a constant state of movement.
Proud to finally announce the first release on my new label, called "Phaaar".
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1
Phara - Flux
2
Phara - Fleshy Part Of The Thigh
3
Phara - In Dubio
4
Phara - Float
ltd. edition / hand-stamped sleeve
Tracklisting:
A1 Phara - Flux
A2 Phara - Fleshy Part Of The Thigh
B1 Phara - In Dubio
B2 Phara - Float
Sales Note
- limited to 100 copies -
Phara is back on his own imprint with his second release.
4 melodic and stripped down tracks, showing a different side of the Belgian producer.
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Tracklisting:
A1 Phara - Flux
A2 Phara - Fleshy Part Of The Thigh
B1 Phara - In Dubio
B2 Phara - Float
Sales Note
- limited to 100 copies -
Phara is back on his own imprint with his second release.
4 melodic and stripped down tracks, showing a different side of the Belgian producer.
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From the deep house grooves of "Midnight Hour" and "Overdrive" to the jazzy house vibes of "Beyond" and "Knights", each track on this album is a testament to Lavender's versatility and mastery of his craft. The hip hop tracks "The Project" and "Good Timing" (featuring Big Mel) add a fresh and dynamic element, while the soulful house tracks "Experimental" (featuring Brian 'Smokey' Williams) and "Get Here" (featuring Angel-A) provide a lush, emotive experience.
The album also features contributions from a stellar lineup of musicians, including Simon Sims on bass, Joe McCoy on organ, Jackie Shepard on guitar, and Charles Roland on woodwinds. Special respect is given to Aundre Miller, Vick's mentor, whose influence is felt throughout the album.
"BEYOND" is more than just an album; it's a sonic journey that pushes the boundaries of genre and takes listeners on an unforgettable ride. Whether you're a fan of deep house, hip hop, jazz funk, or soulful house, this album has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this must-have collection from one of the most innovative producers in the game.
A1 Time and Time Again (Album Mix)
A2 Sunset BLVD ft Mel K (Album Mix)
A3 Grace (Vicks Jazz Funk Deep Traveler Mix)
B1 Get Here ft Angel-A (Ext Vocal Mix)
B2 Experimental ft Brian Smokey Williams (Album Vocal Mix)
B3 The Midnight Hour
C1 Knights (Ext Time Traveler Mix)
C2 Overdrive (Album Mix)
D1 The Project
D2 Good Timing ft Big Mel
D3 Spirits (Album Mix)
D4 Beyond
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Prepare to embark on a transcendental musical journey with Vick Lavender's latest album, "BEYOND". This release showcases Lavender's unparalleled ability to blend genres and create a rich tapestry of sound that defies boundaries. Teaming up with the talented Justin Dillard, who serves as music director and contributes his skills on organ and keys, Lavender delivers an album that is both innovative and deeply soulful.
From the deep house grooves of "Midnight Hour" and "Overdrive" to the jazzy house vibes of "Beyond" and "Knights", each track on this album is a testament to Lavender's versatility and mastery of his craft. The hip hop tracks "The Project" and "Good Timing" (featuring Big Mel) add a fresh and dynamic element, while the soulful house tracks "Experimental" (featuring Brian 'Smokey' Williams) and "Get Here" (featuring Angel-A) provide a lush, emotive experience.
The album also features contributions from a stellar lineup of musicians, including Simon Sims on bass, Joe McCoy on organ, Jackie Shepard on guitar, and Charles Roland on woodwinds. Special respect is given to Aundre Miller, Vick's mentor, whose influence is felt throughout the album.
"BEYOND" is more than just an album; it's a sonic journey that pushes the boundaries of genre and takes listeners on an unforgettable ride. Whether you're a fan of deep house, hip hop, jazz funk, or soulful house, this album has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this must-have collection from one of the most innovative producers in the game.
A1 Time and Time Again (Album Mix)
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B2 Experimental ft Brian Smokey Williams (Album Vocal Mix)
B3 The Midnight Hour
C1 Knights (Ext Time Traveler Mix)
C2 Overdrive (Album Mix)
D1 The Project
D2 Good Timing ft Big Mel
D3 Spirits (Album Mix)
D4 Beyond
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Picture a world without Garys. Picture a world without a Garage. Not a pleasant thought? That’s where Gary’s Garage comes in.
He’s got the Gary. He’s got the Garage (but not the UK Garage, though).Since 1950, there’s been a sharp decline in babies being named Gary. Garys are becoming a rare breed. That’s why Gary’s Garage was born – to release a garage record so pure and joyous, it’ll inspire parents everywhere to name their newborn “Gary,” bringing the name back to its rightful place.
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Inspired by a faxed in reaction sheet to Azuli Records in 1999, Gary has graced us with 4 fresh tracks of Gazza Garage to form the Not Enough Garys EP. First up, I’ve Taken (Too Many Garys) — a chunky, bass-driven anthem that hits like a Greggs sausage roll on a summer’s day. Evoking memories of the 0171-dialling code, it’s pure stodge.
Next, Gary’s Ballad finds Gary in a reflective mood, lamenting the loss of the UK high street institution, Woolworths. Side 2 cranks up the GAZ with Gary’s Garage (Is A Good Garage), bringing back memories of some questionable nights in Streatham in the early 2000s.We close out with Nigel Garage, where Gaz digs out his Emu SP1200 and ramps up the BPM for maximum impact. Just kidding — Gary can’t afford an SP1200.
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DaRand Land - The Nature Of Reality
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DaRand Land - Wander Being
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DaRand Land - Turn To The Music
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DaRand Land - At The Feeling Level
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DaRand Land - Jazz Intent
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Double-LP
GENRE/S:
House, Deep House
TRACKLIST:
A1. The Nature Of Reality
A2. Wander Being
B1. Turn To The Music
B2. At The Feeling Level
C1. Jazz Intent
C2. Thematicism
C3. Wade Away
D1. Natural Causality
D2. In The Meadow
D3. See Urchin
SHORT INFO:
DaRand Land, who hails from the post industrial confines of Buffalo, NY was one of the leading figures of Deep4Life, a cult label known for submersible oriented, yet dancefloor-friendly productions. With ambient synth-driven tones and heavy funk basslines being at the center of his sound, DaRand Land’s music often evokes an introspective quality, without losing its groove fundamental. DaRand’s works, which span decades on deep house labels such as Downbeat, Confluence and Pulp have been described as “uncompromising” and has afforded him a passionate following of listeners who seek a more emotive, thought-provoking brand of underground music.
Teaming up once again with Scissors and Thread - the perfect fit for his sound - DaRand Land drops an album full of crafty, trippy house for the heads. Wander Being contains 10 tracks on the double vinyl release with a pair of additional tracks for the digital release. The vibe is deep and sleek, with a rough, bumping edge. The title track sets the tone, a smattering of percussion accompanying a thick, round kick drum and Rhodes chords, giving off a classic Detroit feel. Tracks like Turn to The Music ramp up the energy somewhat, but overall the tracks sit in the sweet spot between dancefloor burners and soulful, jazzy, deep cuts. Noticeable is the space given to each element across the tracks - the hi-hats sparkle, the snare snaps, and the basslines roll and rumble. Add to this the magic melodic flourishes provided by the pads and synths, reminiscent of the late Mike Huckaby in places, made this whole album a thoughtful, joyful experience.
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balancing subdued keys and strings with ethereal tones and atmospheres
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GENRE/S:
House, Deep House
TRACKLIST:
A1. The Nature Of Reality
A2. Wander Being
B1. Turn To The Music
B2. At The Feeling Level
C1. Jazz Intent
C2. Thematicism
C3. Wade Away
D1. Natural Causality
D2. In The Meadow
D3. See Urchin
SHORT INFO:
DaRand Land, who hails from the post industrial confines of Buffalo, NY was one of the leading figures of Deep4Life, a cult label known for submersible oriented, yet dancefloor-friendly productions. With ambient synth-driven tones and heavy funk basslines being at the center of his sound, DaRand Land’s music often evokes an introspective quality, without losing its groove fundamental. DaRand’s works, which span decades on deep house labels such as Downbeat, Confluence and Pulp have been described as “uncompromising” and has afforded him a passionate following of listeners who seek a more emotive, thought-provoking brand of underground music.
Teaming up once again with Scissors and Thread - the perfect fit for his sound - DaRand Land drops an album full of crafty, trippy house for the heads. Wander Being contains 10 tracks on the double vinyl release with a pair of additional tracks for the digital release. The vibe is deep and sleek, with a rough, bumping edge. The title track sets the tone, a smattering of percussion accompanying a thick, round kick drum and Rhodes chords, giving off a classic Detroit feel. Tracks like Turn to The Music ramp up the energy somewhat, but overall the tracks sit in the sweet spot between dancefloor burners and soulful, jazzy, deep cuts. Noticeable is the space given to each element across the tracks - the hi-hats sparkle, the snare snaps, and the basslines roll and rumble. Add to this the magic melodic flourishes provided by the pads and synths, reminiscent of the late Mike Huckaby in places, made this whole album a thoughtful, joyful experience.
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balancing subdued keys and strings with ethereal tones and atmospheres
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Surface - Falling In Love
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Surface - Happy (Love Mix)
Format Notes: 2024 first-time 12" reissue pairing of previously hyper-rare tracks, 140g vinyl, mastered by Simon Francis
Track List:
A1 Falling In Love
B1 Happy (Love Mix)
Release Notes:
Two seminal 12" mixes of a pair of enormous tracks from Surface. Housed in the super-rare and - until now - French-only picture sleeve of the eternal "Falling In Love", we've backed that classic with Be With's favourite deconstructed mix of the swirling electronic soul / synth-driven slow jam "Happy". These sought-after versions have never been paired on the same record before. This fresh Be With edition ensures these legendary tracks now sound, looks and feel as sensational as they deserve to. You know what to do...
American post-disco/R&B trio Surface were a New Jersey vocal group made up of Bernard Jackson, David Townsend and David Conley. The majesty of boogie ballad "Falling In Love" was their first single, released in 1983 on Salsoul Records. The mellow magic of this track is loved the world over; it's a feel-good smooth boogie jam that's forever coveted. The slick, crystal clear beat, the legendary minimoog bassline, the melody, Karen Copeland's superb vocal, the great flute solo (referenced on the cover) all of it is literally perfect and beautifully encapsulates that mid 80s international club vibe. This here is the original Shep Pettibone mix in its entirety - it's the only one you really need.
Flip for the legendary "Love Mix" of 1987 hit single “Happy". You all know the original. At least, you *should* all know it. But the "Love Mix" is a deconstructed, boldly produced mix which is the one the heads have turned to for so long. Yet, in our opinion, its hypnotic groove has flown under the radar for too many years. This killer remix begins with Jackson's spine-tingling isolated vocal, cleverly subverting expectations by actually delivering the first words of the original's second verse "You must be Heaven sent...Sent into my life...And I compliment you baby...Baby" before a heavy 808 drum kicks hard with echoey handclaps. It's super sparse and a dubbed out slow-mo boogie banger like no other. The synth bass, atmospheric synth pads and synthesized flute glide in and out with effortless style and the whole thing is a wonder to behold.
It's a slow jam, for sure, but crafted in the straight up funk tradition, using the digital tools of the day and this sparser than sparse version almost sounds like a precursor to UK Street Soul. A unique combination of undeniable funk, electro beats and an earnest, youthful tenor; it should be slamming out of every jeep forevermore.
Simon Francis remastered the original audio for both tracks and Cicely Balston's precise cut for Alchemy at AIR Studios ensures this 12" well and truly slaps. The immaculate Record Industry pressing will ensure this incredibly sought-after treasure finds a home in many more collections, this and every year. Simply flawless.
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Track List:
A1 Falling In Love
B1 Happy (Love Mix)
Release Notes:
Two seminal 12" mixes of a pair of enormous tracks from Surface. Housed in the super-rare and - until now - French-only picture sleeve of the eternal "Falling In Love", we've backed that classic with Be With's favourite deconstructed mix of the swirling electronic soul / synth-driven slow jam "Happy". These sought-after versions have never been paired on the same record before. This fresh Be With edition ensures these legendary tracks now sound, looks and feel as sensational as they deserve to. You know what to do...
American post-disco/R&B trio Surface were a New Jersey vocal group made up of Bernard Jackson, David Townsend and David Conley. The majesty of boogie ballad "Falling In Love" was their first single, released in 1983 on Salsoul Records. The mellow magic of this track is loved the world over; it's a feel-good smooth boogie jam that's forever coveted. The slick, crystal clear beat, the legendary minimoog bassline, the melody, Karen Copeland's superb vocal, the great flute solo (referenced on the cover) all of it is literally perfect and beautifully encapsulates that mid 80s international club vibe. This here is the original Shep Pettibone mix in its entirety - it's the only one you really need.
Flip for the legendary "Love Mix" of 1987 hit single “Happy". You all know the original. At least, you *should* all know it. But the "Love Mix" is a deconstructed, boldly produced mix which is the one the heads have turned to for so long. Yet, in our opinion, its hypnotic groove has flown under the radar for too many years. This killer remix begins with Jackson's spine-tingling isolated vocal, cleverly subverting expectations by actually delivering the first words of the original's second verse "You must be Heaven sent...Sent into my life...And I compliment you baby...Baby" before a heavy 808 drum kicks hard with echoey handclaps. It's super sparse and a dubbed out slow-mo boogie banger like no other. The synth bass, atmospheric synth pads and synthesized flute glide in and out with effortless style and the whole thing is a wonder to behold.
It's a slow jam, for sure, but crafted in the straight up funk tradition, using the digital tools of the day and this sparser than sparse version almost sounds like a precursor to UK Street Soul. A unique combination of undeniable funk, electro beats and an earnest, youthful tenor; it should be slamming out of every jeep forevermore.
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Danny Scott Lane - Another Classic
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Danny Scott Lane - Elvis
3
Danny Scott Lane - I Can’t See
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Danny Scott Lane - View Of The Beach
5
Danny Scott Lane - The One You Love
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Danny Scott Lane - In One House
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Danny Scott Lane - Two Times
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Danny Scott Lane - Missing Romeo
Territories: World
LP: Limited Edition of 500, Heavy 350gsm Metallic Silver Cardboard Sleeve, Sticker
Tracklisting LP
A1. Another Classic
A2. Elvis
A3. I Can’t See
A4. View Of The Beach
A5. The One You Love
B1. Getting Started
B2. Both Of Us
B3. In One House
B4. Not Knowing
B5. Two Times
B6. Missing Romeo
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WRWTFWW Records is happy to announce its fourth collaboration with New York ambient / jazz / downtempo musician Danny Scott Lane with the release of his newest full-length Songs For Sex. The seductive 11-track album is available as a limited edition LP (500 copies worldwide) housed in a shiny 350gsm silver cardboard sleeve. It is also available digitally.
Danny Scott Lane returns with Songs For Sex, a sultry funk, jazz, and ambient exploration inspired by candid conversations about intimacy. Smooth yet messy, uplifting yet off-kilter, this album captures every mood. It’s sensual furniture (leather sofa) music, deep passion minimalism, hedonistic downtempo, glossy and warm soul electronica.
The velvety sonic affair features the lush sounds of Joseph Shabson, David Lackner, and Simon Herody on flutes and saxophones, making it an irresistible modern brand of smooth jazz, the ideal soundtrack for your favorite pastime.
Songs For Sex follows the release of Danny Scott Lane’s chillout masterpieces Home Decor, Shower, and Caput, all available on WRWTFWW Records. Complete the funky collection now!
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For fans of smooth ambient jazz, cool jazz, downtempo, flutes and saxophones, sensual seduction, intimacy, good times, cozy nights and easy mornings, wild nights and easy mornings, leather sofas, and feeling alive.
Super limited imited edition vinyl for Danny Scott Lane’s seductive 2025 album Songs For Sex.
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LP: Limited Edition of 500, Heavy 350gsm Metallic Silver Cardboard Sleeve, Sticker
Tracklisting LP
A1. Another Classic
A2. Elvis
A3. I Can’t See
A4. View Of The Beach
A5. The One You Love
B1. Getting Started
B2. Both Of Us
B3. In One House
B4. Not Knowing
B5. Two Times
B6. Missing Romeo
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WRWTFWW Records is happy to announce its fourth collaboration with New York ambient / jazz / downtempo musician Danny Scott Lane with the release of his newest full-length Songs For Sex. The seductive 11-track album is available as a limited edition LP (500 copies worldwide) housed in a shiny 350gsm silver cardboard sleeve. It is also available digitally.
Danny Scott Lane returns with Songs For Sex, a sultry funk, jazz, and ambient exploration inspired by candid conversations about intimacy. Smooth yet messy, uplifting yet off-kilter, this album captures every mood. It’s sensual furniture (leather sofa) music, deep passion minimalism, hedonistic downtempo, glossy and warm soul electronica.
The velvety sonic affair features the lush sounds of Joseph Shabson, David Lackner, and Simon Herody on flutes and saxophones, making it an irresistible modern brand of smooth jazz, the ideal soundtrack for your favorite pastime.
Songs For Sex follows the release of Danny Scott Lane’s chillout masterpieces Home Decor, Shower, and Caput, all available on WRWTFWW Records. Complete the funky collection now!
Points of interests
For fans of smooth ambient jazz, cool jazz, downtempo, flutes and saxophones, sensual seduction, intimacy, good times, cozy nights and easy mornings, wild nights and easy mornings, leather sofas, and feeling alive.
Super limited imited edition vinyl for Danny Scott Lane’s seductive 2025 album Songs For Sex.
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The late ‘70s were such a creatively fertile period for Roy Ayers and his associates that many of his finest recordings never made it onto the official releases. Ayers kept the master tapes in storage until Peter Adarkwah of BBE Records in London got wind of them, at which point they were collected on the aptly named Virgin Ubiquity. The songs feature all the different permutations of Roy Ayers’ band, which maintained a core philosophy through shifting rhythm sections and vocalists. The underappreciated Merry Clayton brings a husky edge to “Oh What A Lonely Feeling,” “I Really Love You” and “What’s the T?” her earthy voice contrasting with the liquid textures of Ayers’ arrangement. Carla Vaughn was another of Ayers’ singing vixens, her sensual presence blending seamlessly into “Boogie Down,” “Mystic Voyage” and “Together Forever.” Although performances here rich with detail, it is a pleasure to hear “I Just Wanna Give It Up,” an uncharacteristically spare arrangement that allows us to study the inner dynamics of the Ayers machine.
“Since his 1963 debut, Ayers has worked with everyone from Herbie Mann and Guru to Fela Kuti and Erykah Badu, and his shimmering sound has foreshadowed acid jazz and fueled hip-hop, as well as gracing contemporary R&B.; Though Virgin Ubiquity is billed as a collection of thirteen never-before-released tracks, it’s far more than a mere scrap heap of outtakes, as each of its “from the vault” cuts luxuriate on the comfortable musical bed that Ayers mastered from ’76 through ’81.” – Pitchfork Review
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“Since his 1963 debut, Ayers has worked with everyone from Herbie Mann and Guru to Fela Kuti and Erykah Badu, and his shimmering sound has foreshadowed acid jazz and fueled hip-hop, as well as gracing contemporary R&B.; Though Virgin Ubiquity is billed as a collection of thirteen never-before-released tracks, it’s far more than a mere scrap heap of outtakes, as each of its “from the vault” cuts luxuriate on the comfortable musical bed that Ayers mastered from ’76 through ’81.” – Pitchfork Review
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Tommy Guerrero - B.W.s Blues
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Tommy Guerrero - So Blue It's Black
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Tommy Guerrero - Keep On Keepin On
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Tommy Guerrero - Azule
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Tommy Guerrero - Black Sheep Blues
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Tommy Guerrero - 30
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Tommy Guerrero - Pollo Caliente
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Tommy Guerrero - Never
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Tommy Guerrero - Solow
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Tommy Guerrero - Introspection Section
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Tommy Guerrero - Gone
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Tommy Guerrero - In My Head
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Tommy Guerrero - Soul Miner
2025 Repress
Format Notes: Part of Be With x Tommy Guerrero Reissue Campaign, 2024 first time vinyl reissue with original artwork, 140g vinyl
Track List:
A1 B.W.s Blues
A2 So Blue It's Black
A3 Keep On Keepin On
A4 Azule
A5 Black Sheep Blues
A6 30
B1 Pollo Caliente
B2 Never
B3 Solow
B4 Introspection Section
B5 Gone
B6 In My Head
B7 Soul Miner
Release Notes:
Loose Grooves & Bastard Blues is Tommy Guerrero's sublime debut. Of this beloved masterpiece, the legendary skater himself says: "my 1st album. It was never meant to be released. I was just recording for the fun of it.. still my fave. Oh so naive..." And you know what? It's definitely Be With's fave too. An astonishingly great record. A chill, blissful, deeply moving album, it was rightly garlanded as an instant classic.
A laidback, fusionistic ride replete with loopy drum tracks underpinning Tommy's trademark reflective guitar stylings, Loose Grooves & Bastard Blues remains powerfully evergreen. Originally released in 1997, there's elements of jazz, trip hop, rock and downtempo groove. All shot through with a heavy dose of soul. Thirteen tracks of lo-fi (mostly) instrumental freshness fused with Cuban, Latin and blues, it's a must for fans of Money Mark, J Dilla, RJD2, DJ Shadow and Pete Rock. As ever with Tommy's records, the title sums up the music contained within most aptly. And writing about his songs, his vibes, is one of the trickier things to do, it has to be said. It's just all gorgeous!
A total vibe throughout, to blast Loose Grooves & Bastard Blues is a majestic experience, one that suits a start-to-finish listen and renders the picking out of highlights totally redundant. Featuring nagging, deeply melodic guitar lines - both electric and acoustic - over simple rhythms with such sumptuous elegance, the hypnotic playing against unrushed percussion releases a crystal clear stream of healing frequencies. It's ust divine. This album laid the blueprint from which Tommy Guerrero would subsequently explore further on A Little Bit of Somethin' and Soul Food Taquiera.
Meticulously remastered and cut by both Simon Francis and Cicely Balston respectively, it has been pressed to the highest possibly quality at Record Industry in Holland. The original and iconic sleeve, designed by Natas Kaupas, has been restored here at Be With HQ as the finishing touch to this long overdue re-issue.
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Format Notes: Part of Be With x Tommy Guerrero Reissue Campaign, 2024 first time vinyl reissue with original artwork, 140g vinyl
Track List:
A1 B.W.s Blues
A2 So Blue It's Black
A3 Keep On Keepin On
A4 Azule
A5 Black Sheep Blues
A6 30
B1 Pollo Caliente
B2 Never
B3 Solow
B4 Introspection Section
B5 Gone
B6 In My Head
B7 Soul Miner
Release Notes:
Loose Grooves & Bastard Blues is Tommy Guerrero's sublime debut. Of this beloved masterpiece, the legendary skater himself says: "my 1st album. It was never meant to be released. I was just recording for the fun of it.. still my fave. Oh so naive..." And you know what? It's definitely Be With's fave too. An astonishingly great record. A chill, blissful, deeply moving album, it was rightly garlanded as an instant classic.
A laidback, fusionistic ride replete with loopy drum tracks underpinning Tommy's trademark reflective guitar stylings, Loose Grooves & Bastard Blues remains powerfully evergreen. Originally released in 1997, there's elements of jazz, trip hop, rock and downtempo groove. All shot through with a heavy dose of soul. Thirteen tracks of lo-fi (mostly) instrumental freshness fused with Cuban, Latin and blues, it's a must for fans of Money Mark, J Dilla, RJD2, DJ Shadow and Pete Rock. As ever with Tommy's records, the title sums up the music contained within most aptly. And writing about his songs, his vibes, is one of the trickier things to do, it has to be said. It's just all gorgeous!
A total vibe throughout, to blast Loose Grooves & Bastard Blues is a majestic experience, one that suits a start-to-finish listen and renders the picking out of highlights totally redundant. Featuring nagging, deeply melodic guitar lines - both electric and acoustic - over simple rhythms with such sumptuous elegance, the hypnotic playing against unrushed percussion releases a crystal clear stream of healing frequencies. It's ust divine. This album laid the blueprint from which Tommy Guerrero would subsequently explore further on A Little Bit of Somethin' and Soul Food Taquiera.
Meticulously remastered and cut by both Simon Francis and Cicely Balston respectively, it has been pressed to the highest possibly quality at Record Industry in Holland. The original and iconic sleeve, designed by Natas Kaupas, has been restored here at Be With HQ as the finishing touch to this long overdue re-issue.
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First-ever release of "Come Down" as a 12"! RSD25
Anderson .Paak's unstoppable anthem "Come Down" gets its vinyl debut like never before! This exclusive 12-inch release pairs the iconic, bass-thumping studio version with several other versions, a new exclusive track and features all new art.
Pressed on stunning translucent sea blue vinyl and cut at 45 rpm, this record captures all the energy and charisma of one of Anderson .Paak's most beloved tracks and allows fans to dissect the other versions for the very first time.
Complete with brand-new artwork, this collector's item offers an all-encompassing experience of one of .Paak's most energetic and infectious tracks. Whether you're spinning the instrumental at a party or simply enjoying the studio version in all of it's glory, this 12" brings Come Down to life like never before.
Tracklisting
A1/1. Come Down
A2/2. Come Down (Clean)
B1/3. Come Down (Instrumental)
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First-ever release of "Come Down" as a 12"! RSD25
Anderson .Paak's unstoppable anthem "Come Down" gets its vinyl debut like never before! This exclusive 12-inch release pairs the iconic, bass-thumping studio version with several other versions, a new exclusive track and features all new art.
Pressed on stunning translucent sea blue vinyl and cut at 45 rpm, this record captures all the energy and charisma of one of Anderson .Paak's most beloved tracks and allows fans to dissect the other versions for the very first time.
Complete with brand-new artwork, this collector's item offers an all-encompassing experience of one of .Paak's most energetic and infectious tracks. Whether you're spinning the instrumental at a party or simply enjoying the studio version in all of it's glory, this 12" brings Come Down to life like never before.
Tracklisting
A1/1. Come Down
A2/2. Come Down (Clean)
B1/3. Come Down (Instrumental)
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Label:Because Music
Cat-No:BEC5615199
Release-Date:12.04.2025
Genre:Indie Rock/Alternative
Configuration:LP Excl
Label:Because Music
Cat-No:BEC5615199
Release-Date:12.04.2025
Genre:Indie Rock/Alternative
Configuration:LP Excl
RSD 2025 - don't sell before 12th of April - Rights: World excluding FR & UK
Packaging: 1 x 140 grs Black Vinyl, 3 mm spine sleeve, bklack dust inner sleeve, marketing front sticker
KEY POINTS
Unreleased extended & instrumentals versions from the sessions of "Faded" Album :
- "Autour de chez moi" & "Tu viens Marie ? " both as + 12 minute epic songs
- " Louie Louie " instrumental version
- Exclusive new song performed with Pascal Comelade
Exclusive Record Store Release - 30 minute LP .
TRACKLISTING
A1 Autour de chez moi (Extended Version) - 12:06
A2 Sleaford (feat Pascal Comelade) - 03:13
B1 Tu viens Marie ? (Extended Version)- 12 :29
B2 Louie Louie (Instrumental Version) - 03 :27
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Packaging: 1 x 140 grs Black Vinyl, 3 mm spine sleeve, bklack dust inner sleeve, marketing front sticker
KEY POINTS
Unreleased extended & instrumentals versions from the sessions of "Faded" Album :
- "Autour de chez moi" & "Tu viens Marie ? " both as + 12 minute epic songs
- " Louie Louie " instrumental version
- Exclusive new song performed with Pascal Comelade
Exclusive Record Store Release - 30 minute LP .
TRACKLISTING
A1 Autour de chez moi (Extended Version) - 12:06
A2 Sleaford (feat Pascal Comelade) - 03:13
B1 Tu viens Marie ? (Extended Version)- 12 :29
B2 Louie Louie (Instrumental Version) - 03 :27
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RSD 2025 - don't sell before 12th of April - Rights: World excluding FR & UK
Packaging: 1 x 140 grs Black Vinyl, gatefold sleeve, black dust inner sleeve, marketing front sticker
KEY POINTS
- Original soundtrack of "Les Règles de l'art". 100% new original songs by The Liminanas/Lionel Liminana & german -french music composer David Menke .
- Black LP, gatefold sleeve
- Exclusive Record Store Release
TRACKLISTING
A1 - Kamic, l'artiste
A2 - Générique début
A3 - Jo vient vendre ses trucs à Moreno
A4 - Kamic au bord de la Seine
A5 - Spaghetti Drums and Tuna Sax
A6 - La Patek, je l'ai vendue
A7 - Kamic devant la fenêtre du Musée
A8 - Kamic dévisse, démonte et observe
A9 - Moreno Calls
A10 - Cobb découvre les oeuvres
A11 - Jo devant son brasero
B1 - C'est qui M ?
B2 - Cobb achète le Modigliani
B3 - Jo chez Cobb
B4 - Arrestations
B5 - Cobb détruit les œuvres
B6 - Interrogatoires
B7 - Épilogue
B8 - Cobb en panique avec sa femme
B9 - Late, I Wanna Run Home
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Packaging: 1 x 140 grs Black Vinyl, gatefold sleeve, black dust inner sleeve, marketing front sticker
KEY POINTS
- Original soundtrack of "Les Règles de l'art". 100% new original songs by The Liminanas/Lionel Liminana & german -french music composer David Menke .
- Black LP, gatefold sleeve
- Exclusive Record Store Release
TRACKLISTING
A1 - Kamic, l'artiste
A2 - Générique début
A3 - Jo vient vendre ses trucs à Moreno
A4 - Kamic au bord de la Seine
A5 - Spaghetti Drums and Tuna Sax
A6 - La Patek, je l'ai vendue
A7 - Kamic devant la fenêtre du Musée
A8 - Kamic dévisse, démonte et observe
A9 - Moreno Calls
A10 - Cobb découvre les oeuvres
A11 - Jo devant son brasero
B1 - C'est qui M ?
B2 - Cobb achète le Modigliani
B3 - Jo chez Cobb
B4 - Arrestations
B5 - Cobb détruit les œuvres
B6 - Interrogatoires
B7 - Épilogue
B8 - Cobb en panique avec sa femme
B9 - Late, I Wanna Run Home
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Turbotito - Time Starts Moving Slow
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1-900 - Breaking 84 (Vibes4YourSoul Remix)
Hello Softies,
Too Slow To Disco NEO is back with a (mellow) bang
A strictly limited teaser 12 Inch featuring two exclusive new tracks:
Side A - a warm, lazy dub-disco track by L.A.'s electronic-slow-disco musician TURBOTITO
Side B - a funky Vibes4YourSoul Remix for mysterious New York artist 1-900.
Both tracks will be released on our sister label Too Slow Too Disco NEO, invented by Dj Supermarkt for modern, warm Sunset Disco.
Side A is also the first track from our upcoming summer compilation THE SUNSET MANIFESTO 2.
(featuring exclusive tracks/remixes by Poolside, Young Gun Silver Fox, Prep & Eddie Chacon, Woolfy, Lovetempo, Joel Sarakula a.m.m.
Side B will exclusively be available only on this 12 Inch
The tracks take the listener on a warm trip into a modern, laidback electronic sunset disco land, where groovy Westcoast-vibes meet dreamy Balearic sounds, mixed with a modern Nu-Disco/Daytime Disco style.
Enjoy your bottled sunshine (responsibly)!
A: Turbotito - Time Starts Moving Slow
B: 1-900 - Breaking 84 (Vibes4YourSoul Remix)
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Too Slow To Disco NEO is back with a (mellow) bang
A strictly limited teaser 12 Inch featuring two exclusive new tracks:
Side A - a warm, lazy dub-disco track by L.A.'s electronic-slow-disco musician TURBOTITO
Side B - a funky Vibes4YourSoul Remix for mysterious New York artist 1-900.
Both tracks will be released on our sister label Too Slow Too Disco NEO, invented by Dj Supermarkt for modern, warm Sunset Disco.
Side A is also the first track from our upcoming summer compilation THE SUNSET MANIFESTO 2.
(featuring exclusive tracks/remixes by Poolside, Young Gun Silver Fox, Prep & Eddie Chacon, Woolfy, Lovetempo, Joel Sarakula a.m.m.
Side B will exclusively be available only on this 12 Inch
The tracks take the listener on a warm trip into a modern, laidback electronic sunset disco land, where groovy Westcoast-vibes meet dreamy Balearic sounds, mixed with a modern Nu-Disco/Daytime Disco style.
Enjoy your bottled sunshine (responsibly)!
A: Turbotito - Time Starts Moving Slow
B: 1-900 - Breaking 84 (Vibes4YourSoul Remix)
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isolée - chopstick!
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isolée - love algorithm
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isolée - OMG so random
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isolée - love algorithm (3rd paces dub)
GENRE: House
TRACKLIST:
A1 chopstick!
A2 love algorithm
B1 OMG so random
B2 love algorithm (3rd paces dub)
SHORT INFO:
isolée is best known for his early work, the now 90s classic "beau mot plage" (1998), included on his first Album "rest" (2000), his second album "we are monster" selected as "best new album" and highly rated Album of the year 2005 in Pitchfork. "Allowance" (2013) on DJ Koze's Pampa Label, "Pisco" (2016) on Mano le Tough's Label Maeve, and the launch of his own Label "resort island" with his 4th album "resort island" in 2023 are the highlights to date.
"love algorithm," the first singles title pulls us into the rabbit hole of social media. Love and algorithm—can they even go together? In this deep house track isolée embraces the unpredictable. The slacker who takes things at his own pace. He leisurely lets some vocal debris wail through the track, and fans might recognise a Kerri Chandler vibe in the background textures, maybe more obvious in the stripped down B side “3rd places dub” version.
"OMG so random" seems oldscool, not boosting the tempo. Though not being "fast", this track is pushing and powerful. It’s classy dub sounds and textures put up against some scratchy, seemingly exotic, flute-like instru-ments make this track less obvious to categories than it might seem at first. It marries the reflection of a con-templative tune with the quality to be a dance track.
On „chopstick!", the third and final single, the bass line dominates, too. isolée rediscovered one of his analog 80s Roland synthesizers, the MKS30, which creates that distinctive thudding sound. This track picks up the pace the most.
VITAL SALES POINTS:
With the launch of his own Label „resort island“, the release of his critically acclaimed 4th album in 2023, Isolée has drawn some attention to his music after a long period of silence. Expectations are high on what’s coming next, especially on his unweathered new label. With the 3rd release „resort island“ the label also did refine it’s graphics, to complement the soundscapes of this dizzy island.
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TRACKLIST:
A1 chopstick!
A2 love algorithm
B1 OMG so random
B2 love algorithm (3rd paces dub)
SHORT INFO:
isolée is best known for his early work, the now 90s classic "beau mot plage" (1998), included on his first Album "rest" (2000), his second album "we are monster" selected as "best new album" and highly rated Album of the year 2005 in Pitchfork. "Allowance" (2013) on DJ Koze's Pampa Label, "Pisco" (2016) on Mano le Tough's Label Maeve, and the launch of his own Label "resort island" with his 4th album "resort island" in 2023 are the highlights to date.
"love algorithm," the first singles title pulls us into the rabbit hole of social media. Love and algorithm—can they even go together? In this deep house track isolée embraces the unpredictable. The slacker who takes things at his own pace. He leisurely lets some vocal debris wail through the track, and fans might recognise a Kerri Chandler vibe in the background textures, maybe more obvious in the stripped down B side “3rd places dub” version.
"OMG so random" seems oldscool, not boosting the tempo. Though not being "fast", this track is pushing and powerful. It’s classy dub sounds and textures put up against some scratchy, seemingly exotic, flute-like instru-ments make this track less obvious to categories than it might seem at first. It marries the reflection of a con-templative tune with the quality to be a dance track.
On „chopstick!", the third and final single, the bass line dominates, too. isolée rediscovered one of his analog 80s Roland synthesizers, the MKS30, which creates that distinctive thudding sound. This track picks up the pace the most.
VITAL SALES POINTS:
With the launch of his own Label „resort island“, the release of his critically acclaimed 4th album in 2023, Isolée has drawn some attention to his music after a long period of silence. Expectations are high on what’s coming next, especially on his unweathered new label. With the 3rd release „resort island“ the label also did refine it’s graphics, to complement the soundscapes of this dizzy island.
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