I Can't Stand Myself (When You Touch Me) (Parts 1 & 2 - edit)
Let Yourself Go (previously unreleased long version)
Papa's Got A Brand New Bag (Parts 1, 2 & 3 - previously unreleased complete take)
Bring It Up (Hipsters Avenue) (previously unreleased long version)
Review: Sixth in the series or rare and previously unreleased James Brown funk tunes. Up first is a full length and unedited version, a full 7.19 minutes of the funk classic 'I Cant Stand Myself When You Touch Me', recorded in 1968 with his 'white' band the Dapps in 1967. Sampled by Schooly D on 'Its Like That'. Secondly, the previously unreleased and unedited version of 'Let Yourself Go' which was recorded in 1967 in the empty Latin Casino nightclub in New Jersey with the James Brown orchestra. Previously released as a single of only 2.50 minutes long. First tune on Side Two is the previously unreleased complete take of the classic 'Papa's Got a Brand New Bag' recorded in 1965. This is one of the earliest funk records of all time. This version is presented here for the first time in its original tempo and is nearly 7 minutes long. To finish it off is the previously unreleased and unedited version of 'Bring it Up (Hipsters Avenue)' which was recorded in 1966 with the James Brown Orchestra. You may recognize the Gangstarr sample from 'Manifest'. First time on vinyl for DJs with loud reproduction and full colour label. Contains fresh and unused breaks beats and samples!
Stephanie Mills - "What'cha Gonna Do With My Lovin" (Danny Krivit re-edit)
Review: Mr K takes on two boogie tracks here, giving them the extended Krivit golden touch. Side A features an edit of change's "Hold Tight", taken from their 1981 Atlantic LP "Miracles" and featuring Jocelyn Brown on vocals, with a super loud pressing - mid tempo disco soul doesn't get much better. Over on the flip he re-edits the classic Mtume/Lucas-Penned track "What'cha Gonna Do With My Lovin" by Stephanie Mills, originally out on 20th Century in 1979, and delivers a handy 9 minute edit perfect for DJ use.
Review: Charles Green, who performed under the name Chas, released his debut album For Your Love on Love Joy Records in 1985. The album's soulful r&b accompanied Green's smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics at the forefront. The album's title track was also released as a single and received some airplay on radio stations at the time and helped to establish Green as a promising new voice in the soul and r&b music scenes. Green went on to be a keyboardist for boogie, funk, soul and house releases such as Scott Grooves & Roy Ayers 'Expansions' in 1998 among others.
Review: Natalie Cole was an American singer-songwriter who excelled in soul, pop, and jazz. She was the daughter of the legendary Nat King Cole, and she had notable family ties including being the cousin of Eddie Cole and the niece of Freddy Cole. Early in her career, she was married to Marvin Yancy, who was part of the songwriting and producing duo Chuck Jackson & Marvin Yancy. Together, they contributed significantly to shaping her musical journey and initial successes and one of her standout jams is the title cut here 'Winner (Take All )' which is a low-slung 80s synth disco delight. 'Azz Iz' brings some boogie to the squelchy synth bass and 'Movin' On' brings horn-led joy. 'How Can You Stop' is a slower more sentimental end of the night closer.
Review: It takes real confidence to put out a 12" with just one tune on one side, but such is the quality of this one from Brenda Cuffari that we support the decision. It is a tune that has had many unofficial releases over the years and is the one and only tuned reediest to Brenda. It originally came in 1979 and is a sumptuous mix of Philly string sounds, mid-tempo disco-funk drums and a soaring and soulful vocal that finishes it off in an irresistible fashion. A really feel-good tune for happy times.
B-STOCK: Record ever so slightly warped with very light surface marks/scratches, but otherwise in perfect working condition
Soul Makossa (long version)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Record ever so slightly warped with very light surface marks/scratches, but otherwise in perfect working condition***
Sampled by everyone from J-Lo to Jay-Z, Manu Dibango's 1972 classic is perhaps one of the most influential and heavily referenced afrofunk tracks of all time. Echoing with shades of every genre we know and love today, it still sounds just as timeless, infectious and ultimately agenda-setting today as the first time you heard it. If your collection doesn't sport this original yet, now is most certainly the time.
Review: Sampled by everyone from J-Lo to Jay-Z, Manu Dibango's 1972 classic is perhaps one of the most influential and heavily referenced afrofunk tracks of all time. Echoing with shades of every genre we know and love today, it still sounds just as timeless, infectious and ultimately agenda-setting today as the first time you heard it. If your collection doesn't sport this original yet, now is most certainly the time.
Review: G. D. & The Big J's 'Movin' On' is a primo funk, disco and boogie melange that has been heating up global dance floors ever since it was first released in 1980. It is a much sought-after jam which, if you can even find an original copy, will cost you upwards of three figures. 'Movie On' is seamless and smooth, a brilliant and vibrant mix of busy guitar riffs, and claps and upbeat drums that come with a lively vocal that says to the heavens with effortless soul. It sounds like basically the same tune is included on both sides you so never have to worry about this one wearing out - which it could well do given how often you will be playing it.
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