An edit of Brazilian tracks—something I’ve been working on for a while now, even on “Brazil Breakdown.” This killer Brazilian disco track, with its funky bassline, piano, and synth riffs, is great—a real party tune. (Original Japanese text by Saito)

毎度ユニークなリリースで賑わしてくる〈G.A.M.M〉のBATTLEシリーズの新作がこれまた危険。スティーリーダンやナンシー・シナトラをそのまんまネタ使いするなど、大胆なサウンドメイキングでお馴染みUKOKOS！KANYE WESTが毎週日曜に開催しているゴスペルソウルイベント”Sunday Service”を再現カバーした攻めてる一枚。Sunday Serviceが行なったクラシックソウルメドレーを、そのまま再録音です。 (Akie)

A-SIDE is BIG BEAR, a group formed in 2000 by Paul 'Mudd' Murphy and others after Akwaaaba disbanded, and this track is a tribute to the re-edit featuring “By The Way You Dance,” It’s a re-edit of the 1979 track “By The Way You Dance” by Bunny Singler—a legendary Philly disco singer and producer who made his mark on labels like SALSOUL and Philadel ...Read morephia International—titled “Pablo & Shoey’s Big Bear Disco Dub.” It features a cool disco dub break, and the bass’s raw, gritty sound is a major highlight. The B-side is First Choice’s “Hold Your Horses” (Pablo and Shoey Tribute to Baldelli Cosmic Dub), a tribute to Daniel Baldelli. (Saito)

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『  The latest edition of 'Downtownsounds Classics' arrives from Dublin disco messers Fatty Fatty, just in time for the summer sunshine ! Fully licensed and cut loud on 12 inch vinyl the way God (aka Walter Gibbons) intended, it sees in-house producers Pablo and Shoey take on two choice cuts from the legendary Salsoul label. Salsoul was the very first label to release a commercially available 12 inch remix - the aforementioned Gibbons and his 9 minute extension of Double Exposure's '10 Per Cent'. They would go on to issue a raft of underground disco classics with mixes by the legendary likes of Larry Levan, Tom Moulton and Shep Pettibone. Having robbed the famous 'Baker-Harris-Young' rhythm section from Philadelphia Records, they defined the disco sound in the second half of the 1970's and kept roaring well into the next decade. The new mixes pay explicit tribute to two hugely formative influences on the Fatty fellas - The A extends the mysterious and wondrously wonky Big Bear edit of Bunny Sigler's 'By The Way You Dance'. Back in the day, these cosmic under-the-counter 12s helped show the Fatties how to disco real right, and they've stood the test of time wonderfully. This one has been at the front of Pablo's bag for longer than he cares to remember, and now the rest of the world can enjoy it, with some extra Pablo and Shoey disco magic thrown in for good measure... Speaking of cosmic, the flip sees the lads turn in a stripped-back, ever-building mix of First Choice 'Hold Your Horses'. Having first heard this played by the Cosmic King himself, Danielle Baldelli, they found themselves let down by the commercially available mix. Through the disco haze, and with some subtle stemming, several outer-space whooshes and a string/vocal climax to die for, they've tried to recreate the way they heard Baldelli play it... With the classic Salsoul artwork also present and correct, this is a love letter to perhaps the most important label in dance music history, with music that still sounds amazing five decades on... Don't sleep!  』

A welcome reissue of two long-unreleased masterpieces by JAMES MASON—discovered by the post-RARE GROOVE generation through “Rhyhm Of Life” and “Sweet Power Of Your Embrace”—originally released in 1996! “Nightgruv” was actually recorded back in 1984. It’s proto-house synth disco. This release features a long edit of the original, which is on the sho ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Saito)rter side! Fantastic! The B-side is the 1996 slow dancer “I Want Your Love,” which also features amazing synth work. It’s exquisite. Both tracks are classics beloved by THEO PARRISH. (Original Japanese text by Saito)

This is the debut album by Charles Garmendia—who plays percussion for the Zamrock band WITCH and the psychedelic funk band L'Eclair, and is also active around the world as a visual artist and live performer—released under the name Charlie Chimi. The project’s name is derived from the “chimi,” a famous street burger from the Dominican Republic. Gath ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Adachi)ering a diverse international lineup of members known as the “Chimis,” the group delivers dizzyingly theatrical live performances. Centered around Afro-Cuban rhythms, funk basslines, and playful Spanish-language lyrics, the album features 13 tracks produced and recorded in Havana. Packed with a wealth of unique sonic ingredients, it exudes an irrepressible, eclectic charm. It’s at the cutting edge of Latin music—percussive, chaotic, yet lighthearted and fast-paced. Coco Maria’s impeccable artistic vision shines through. Includes a 4-page insert featuring liner notes and original artwork. (Original Japanese text by Adachi)

Synthesizer wizard MASSIMILIANO PAGLIARA continues to release works on a countless number of prestigious labels—including, of course, 〈COCKTAIL D'AMORE〉, as well as 〈OSTGUT TON〉, 〈LIVE AT ROBERT JOHNSON〉, and 〈RUSH HOUR〉—so many that listing them all would take forever. Having successfully marked the 20th anniversary of his prolific career, he pres ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)ents a compilation of previously unreleased tracks that will delight his fans. Highlights include “Waves Of Desire,” a tribute to West Coast-inspired dream house; “It’s In Your Eyes,” which captures the nuances of classic ’70s Eurodisco; and “We Can Touch The Sky,” a synth-pop track fusing elements of glam rock. These 20 tracks showcase a wide range of musical exploration, all featuring his signature, ecstatic synth work. You can preview all tracks from the tracklist! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

A 7-inch release from 〈KAMPANA〉, run by AROOP ROY, featuring UK hip-hop producer VANILLA, who has been involved with CHILLHOP and KEATS//COLLECTIVE. Led by founder AROOP ROY and featuring artists like CAPTAIN PLANET, PERSONIFY, and PETER CROCE, KAMPANA has gained popularity for its funk, disco, and edit tracks. The A-side features a cut-up of ROY A ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Saito)YERS. The B-side is an edit of DON BLACKMAN’s “Never Miss A Thing”! (Original Japanese text by Saito)

Once again, the content is incredibly entertaining and fascinating, brimming with the artist’s signature persuasiveness. Enveloped in a raw, gritty edge and a bizarre, otherworldly sci-fi sense of the future, this cassette tape mix features the unique, imperfect sound and audio quality that only a cassette can offer—making for a truly alluring tape ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA) release.
Compiled from rare records and tracks from private collections, this release exquisitely blends Soviet-style modernity, local traditions unique to the region, and the cheap synthesizer sounds that were emerging at the time, evoking a sense of nostalgia while painting a vision of the future unique to Central Asia. From Uzbek disco and Tajik synth-pop to little-known, psychedelic oddities, the album is packed with tracks you can only hear here. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

A new release from 〈NEPTUNE'S DISPATCH〉, the label that has released works by Afro-Cosmic master BEPPE LODA as part of his obscure disco edit series “ITALIAN SPAGHETTI DISCO FREAK,” as well as by TRENT and others! It delves into the most obscure corners of Italian “Eurodisco”—a genre that one might think has already been thoroughly explored. Tracks ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie) like A2, which extracts Latin-percussive drum breaks and polishes them into dance floor tools, and A1, which takes rockin’ disco and, through cut-and-loop techniques, transforms it into a hypnotic disco vibe tailored to today’s dance floor needs. Demonstrating true skill and knowledge, they intimately understand the best parts of the original tracks and skillfully rework them for dancers. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

A new release from BOGDAN RA—a talent I personally adore—who has already built a large following through his work on the Edit Senka 〈FUNKYJAWS MUSIC〉 series and these self-released digital tracks! “Paramour” (sample 1) is a romantic disco boogie that unfolds lightly while exuding a cosmic disco vibe thanks to its use of a vocoder, and “Fire In Cair ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)o” (sample 2), which mysteriously captivates with its drunken, off-key vocals and acrobatic bassline—its addictive, slightly off-kilter vibe is absolutely fantastic. Although the label focuses on its unique deconstruction of early Chicago and proto-house, this is a great release where his love for disco—which he’s hinted at in his previous work—has truly blossomed. Highly recommended. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

Lately, RAHAAN—a legend who has been releasing tracks in collaboration with Newcastle’s disco-obsessed label HOT BISCUIT RECORDINGS—has solidified his status as a master of remixes, effortlessly navigating genres ranging from disco and soul to funk and R&B. “Impure” (sample 1) features a drum track where cat meows are used as sirens and the vocals ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)echo eerily. From the space disco track “Answer The Damn Phone” (sample 2)—with its dynamic arpeggios and dissonant vocals—to tracks that masterfully manipulate raw, physical rhythms, these dope house productions are simply too good. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

This release features five tracks in total, including a floor-friendly beatdown disco remix/rework (sample 3) of Michel Legrand’s talkbox disco & boogie cover “De Gui Ding”—previously available only in Japan—by their close allies, The Reflex. That said, what makes me happiest of all—as mentioned above—is that “Modern Sleepover” Parts 1 & 2, which h ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)ave recently become hard to find, are being released together on vinyl for the very first time. While it’s priced like an LP, I think this is definitely a record you’ll want to play on vinyl. If you missed out on buying it back in the day, please don’t miss this opportunity. I highly recommend it. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

The latest release from record collector MONSIEUR VAN PRATT—whose fourth album garnered widespread attention for its focus on Japanese rare groove—has arrived, and this time the theme is French rock and funk! Singer ALEXIS LAIK’s “Danse Danse Danse” (1985) makes full use of the original’s vibrant melodic arrangement and killer vocal phrases. Tracks ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie) like “Pas Chez Toi,” which replaces the original bouncy funkiness of JACQUELINE TAIEB’s “Pourquoi T’es Pas Chez Toi?” with a driving bassline that keeps the beat moving. With the French language’s ear-pleasing cadence and unique romance, these are edit-disco tracks that add a touch of flair to today’s dance floors! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

Created around the themes of vacation, that little vacation feeling in your heart, and the music that accompanies them, this album showcases Erobique’s signature magical, soft, and lustrous unique sensibility; the sparkling keyboard wizardry of a true craftsman; a fusion of European elegance with a warm and diverse musical sensibility; and, above a ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)ll, gentle, kinky relaxation— and a lighthearted, buoyant disco groove—all of which are wonderfully timeless, forever green, and fresh, seeping deep into your heart. It’s packed with great tracks. A true masterpiece. Don’t miss this opportunity—the perfect timing for this reissue. A gem you’ll want to play on vinyl. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

Following BOGDAN RA from Lisbon’s underground scene for the first installment and DELFONIC for the second—both highly skilled edit artists who have been drawing attention—the third artist in FUNKYJAWS MUSIC’s new “DISCOLIFTING” series is BLACK TRUFFLE! Side B features a collage of the “Love in Venice” soundtrack layered over THE TRAMMPS’ “Disco Inf ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)erno”—a Philadelphia disco classic running over 10 minutes and famously played by Larry Levan. Side A features “Ti Voglio,” a classic in the Sal Soul style left behind by actress Ornella Vanoni—a romantic and mesmerizing track masterfully reimagined! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

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Sadar Bahar & Marc Davis, a dynamic disco-gospel duo from Chicago, have teamed up with Treasure Box Records, a well-known Osaka-based dance music label run by DJ/producer Hankyovain and his family.
The result of this special collaboration is the “Disco Gospel Japan EP.”
It is a work that masterfully fuses the soulful ...Read moreessence of Chicago gospel with powerful, addictive disco vibes.
This Japan-exclusive release features two rare edit versions that are sure to set the dance floor ablaze with the duo’s signature tasteful and groovy track selection.

Featuring bass and electronic horn organ by Robo Arigo, a creative, unique artist and idea man who works in the graphics department at NTA Benin (Nigerian Television Authority); electronic organ by Emman Osagie, a producer at NTA Benin and a member of Severe7; electronic piano, Moog synth, ARP synth, and congas—this album fully unfolds Myong Myong’ ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)s utterly unique psychedelic world, which incorporates Afrobeat, disco & boogie, funk, reggae, and even country music, ranging from P-Funk to a surprisingly Sun Ra-esque cosmic vision, and “Myun-Myun”—featuring synthesizers with deep, rich tones and zany choruses that really grab you—this album fully unfolds Chikirin’s one-of-a-kind psychedelic world. Be sure to check out the tracklist as well. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

Side A features a mid-tempo, soulful Philly disco and boogie groove that flows gently, guided by the opening sounds of water and the New Age ambient synthesizer sounds mimicking whales and dolphins—a sound familiar from artists like The Orb “Oh Let The Rain Fall Down” (sample 1), Side B’s “I’m Feeling So Happy” (sample 2) is also fascinating—a zany ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA), rocking boogie and soulful track with a unique vibe, featuring a bassline and groove reminiscent of Hall & Oates’ “Maneater,” along with euphoric, cheerful shouts that get you moving.
Two tracks from the 1988 album “On The Love Side/Happy Side” by Tory Wynter—who was active in a wide range of fields in the ’80s, including as a singer, actor, and producer—are being reissued for the first time on 7-inch vinyl by Tramp Records as part of a re-evaluation of his work!!
Side-A, “Oh Let The Rain Fall Down,” was previously included on the Tramp Records compilation “CAN YOU FEEL IT Vol. 5.” (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

The only album by The Strangers, an American electronic funk studio project featuring Edward “Tree” Moore, Howard King, and Hubert Eaves III (one half of D-Train). Starting with a dope electro-funk track featuring Gary Bartz on saxophone, the album weaves through punk-funk, post-Prince vibes, sophisticated pop sensibilities, and proto-acid synths a ...Read morend vocoders, delivering flawless tracks and top-notch production. An irresistible Salsoul classic.

Slave's masterpiece "Just A Touch Of Love," The O'Jays' "Back Stabbers," The Chi-Lites' "My First Mistake," and The Jazzists' "In Focus" have been reworked. (Original Japanese text by Saito)