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Forgotten Treasures

Paz ‎”Paz Are Back” (Spotlite Records, 1982)

“A total classic from back in the days!“ – Gilles Peterson via BBE Music: Recorded during the summer of 1980 and originally released in 1982 on Spotlight Records, ‘Paz are Back’ was the second (and arguably the finest) album by  Read more  »

Forgotten Treasures

Johnny Stark “Who Do You Love” (1978)

via Juno: From his rockabilly roots to his raw funk to this silky soulful serenade, Johnny Stark enjoyed a vibrant musical journey throughout his career. “Who Do You Love” marked a complete change in vibe from the rich warm crooner.  Read more  »

Forgotten Treasures

Richenel “La Diferencia” (1982, Music From Memory)

For their first release of 2017 Music From Memory present the work of Richenel. via Music From Memory: Originally released in 1982 on the cult Amsterdam cassette-only label Fetisj, the tracks on Music From Memory’s release are alternate takes drawn  Read more  »

Future Classics

Ishmael Ensemble “Songs For Knotty” (Banoffee Pies Records)

via Phonica: Banoffee Pies Records step into the realms of Contemporary Music with the Ishmael Ensemble. Opening their release schedule for 2017, the label drops their second LP and continues to investigate more musical landscapes. This time saxophonist and producer  Read more  »

Future Classics

Mr. Beatnick “Dawn Vapours” (TIEF Music)

via Phonica: For the tenth release on Tief Music, the label enlist one of London’s most respected and under-sung producers, Mr Beatnick. “Dawn Vapours” follows on nicely from Beatnick’s first EP on the label entitled “Marshmallows”, which received support from the likes  Read more  »