Universal Cave レコード& CD

Review: A long-overlooked Del Jones cut from the tail end of the 90s finally lands on vinyl, pulled from a CD-only issue that barely left the Philadelphia underground. Known mostly for his fiery Black Panther-linked releases from the early 70s - particularly his Court Is Closed LP under the name Del Jones's Positive Vibes - Jones made a quiet but compelling pivot toward jazz-funk and proto-house textures in his later years. This reissue revives one of those rarities, backed with fresh versions: Lil Dave turns up the warmth with a soulful '215' house rerub, Pheels leans into low-slung, echo-heavy psychedelia, Sweater draws out the track's harmonic core with plush synth layers, Universal Cave melt it down into acid-licked dub, and Street Orchestra chips at its edges with broken, lo-fi percussions.

Review: Universal Cave's Self Control cover is a captivating reinterpretation of Laura Branigan's synth-pop anthem. Stegemann's balearic house rendition infuses the track with a laid-back groove and echoing vocals, creating a hypnotic and alluring atmosphere. Universal Cave's other offerings on this release showcase their eclectic disco influences. 'Up All Night' transports listeners to the funk and groove era of the 1970s, while 'Too Much' tantalises with its disco-tinged sensuality and infectious melody. This EP is a versatile record that should appeal to those who enjoy disco and the innovative spirit of nu-disco.