previously unreleased 70s soul on limited 7 inch vinyl.

bisher unveröffentlichter cinematic jazz-funk für film & fernsehen von arrangeur/komponist j.j. johnson. 21 tracks mit musik aus across 110th street, top of the heap, the fuzz brothers, the bold ones. funky moog-modulationen, verfolgungsjagden, stimmungsvolle bibliotheksinhalte und eine rechtschaffene soul-sister, die universelle wahrheiten predigt, die sich alle in diesen kürzlich entdeckten aufnahmen offenbaren. meisterhafte arrangements und üppige orchestrierung von einem der giganten der jazz & soul/funk-genres!

reissue

two previously unreleased tracks from brief encounter on 7 inch vinyl.

previously unreleased electro-boogie-funk on limited 7 inch vinyl.

incl. darrell johnson, strivers show band and jax transit authority

lillian alexander s a dream without you is an incredible modern soul tune with an undeniable drumbeat and funky slap-bass intro. reissued direct from the original reynolds master tapes, this song is sure to move the dancefloor. this is the original 7inch version which is a different mix than the album version.

disco boogie funk

slow-jam soul-steppers

ltd 1 per customer - previously unreleased disco funk & modern soul from the total experience and capricorn labels. cut to vinyl from the original master tapes on limited edition hand-stamped white labels. 300 copies pressed and then gone.. check!!

slamming disco edit

the pretenders just be yourself remixed from the original multitrack 2 tapes. dj kon has been busy doing re-works and remixes of chic, michael jackson, george benson, t.s. monk, donna summer, chaka khan, gil scott heron, willie bobo, pleasure + many others. this remix of a legendary and highly in demand modern soul track on carnival records keeps in step with the original recording while breaking ground into new sonic territory. the sound is rich and full due to analog mixing by kamal humphrey through maurice starr s ssl board. simply a future classic.

another demo tape recently discovered by family groove records.hand stamped limited edition of 300 copies. hall & floyds previously unreleased 1981 session is a nice slice of disco funk & r&b that didnt make the major label cut. sunrise is the stand-out song featuring a nice blend of earth wind & fire style harmonies, funky horns, spaced-out moog synth and a righteous groove good enough to properly fuel your next roller skating party.

two modern soul masterpieces restored from the master tapes. family groove pairs these solid dancers by the pretenders back to back on 7inch vinyl. whether it be the roaring funk bass intro of its everything about you or the sultry jazz vocals of madam pat tandy on just be yourself that suits you, its no wonder the original carnival label pressings of both tunes are in big demand.

first time press of an early eighties lost aurra album. tip!

*somebody* is the first single from the new aurra album *body rock* due out later this year on family groove records. once again the world gets to experience a lost disco-funk masterpiece providing another glimpse into the genius mind of slave founding-member steve washington & brides of funkenstein / p-funk singer sheila horne. body rock will be the second and final unearthing of the lost but found master tapes originally recorded for quincy jones qwest imprint in 1984. slap bass, heavy synths, linn drum, sultry vocals... this is modern funk at its finest!
the 24-track master tapes were transferred digitally and then mixed on an ssl board by kamal humphrey at his all-analog flying carpet studios in los angeles. the result is a full sound enhanced by the natural analog process using todays digital technology only when needed to clean up the files.
da-m-funk adds a bit of dirt and grime by putting his signature re-freak on the track. a confirmation from los angeles ambassador of boogie funk that this is in fact the the un-cut funk and nothing but the funk.

the fearless leader steve washington (george clinton, slave, civil attack, aurra, salsoul) produced 4 aurra albums in the 1980s, but there was an unreleased 5th album. 2 exclusive instrumentals on b, silk screen sleeve. tip!!satisfaction was recorded in 1984 and set for release on quincy jones qwest label. the album was cancelled due to legal matters. family groove records is making this music available for the first time. the full-length satisfaction album is due out this summe

the first aurra 12 inch in a series of limited edition singles of 500 numbered copies, housed in silk-screen jackets!
previously unreleased material from 1984, mixed on an ssl board using all vintage analog gear to preserve the integrity of the original recording. satisfaction is a unique blend of funk, boogie, electro & r&b capturing steve washingtons sharp production skills along with sheilas timeless songwriting.

datethe first single from the mysterious >satisfaction< album that was never released. 200 copies ww only!

originally released in 1975 on day-wood records and pressed in very small numbers. the imperial wonders drop pure soul-perfection with mean ol miss treater. finding an original pressing of this single on the day-wood label is next to impossible and would set you back a few hundred dollars. tip!the sound of the single is extremely well produced. modern soul harmonies, wah-wah guitar and funky vibe. all behind drums that are in the pocket.family groove records proudly presents this incredible crossover soul 7in single, limited to 300 copies.

chapter two continues the music of herman eberitzschs unreleased recordings during the 1974-1979 period.the bay area vibe is pronounced here with a sensual and aggressive funk, latin groove & modern soul sound. errol knowles courtial, sly stone, cold blood and tower of power influences can be heard throughout these recordings. in moments it is soul and funk in its purest form, all formulas are thrown away replaced with a unique adventure in sound and lyrics. songs feature sly stones bassist bobby vega (high on you) and linda tillery (loading zone) on vocals.

selections taken from the chapter two lp release transferred direct from tape to vinyl. these mixes have heavier bass and drums at 45rpm -- tailored for the dancefloor!
previously unreleased instrumental versions of >soul support< and >she got your by the hook< along with >do you like music< only available on this 12 inch release. modern soul and crossover at its best with hard hitting drums and funky bass!
limited to 300 copies worldwide.

a third version of >make it sweet< originally recorded by coke escovedo. this version recorded without horns in 1975 has a raw funk approach compared to the other soulful versions yet still captures the rich soulful melodies in rhythm and vocals.
could this be the best version yet? its hard to say... but it is certainly equally as good as the previous two versions.
limited 300 copies worldwide.

the locke saints band out of watts, california created deep jazz mixed with soul & heavy funk. similar to the kashmere stage band albums, young talent is highlighted under direction of veteran producer reggie andrews.the 1978-79 locke saints album is considered the holy grail of school-funk albums, the original pressing fetching upwards of $1000 on auction. a heavy dose of school band funk!limited 500 copy pressing.

the locke saints band was a high school band from watts califorinia led by reggie andrews. also known as the msingi workshop, the locke saints band created deep jazz/funk and modern soul. similar to kashmere stage band, there is an energy and mood to the music that is raw yet focused. everlasting love blends soul and funk nicely with an incredible vocal performance, originally recorded by rufus and chaka khan. this 7 inch is limited to 300 copies only!

few have had the opportunity to hear the brilliant music of virtuoso pianist, arranger, and songwriter, herman eberitzsch jr. iii. known to his peers as >funky knuckles,< eberitzsch crafted an inimitable brand of psychedelic soul and funky jazz during san franciscos much-fabled artistic and political awakening in the 60s and 70s.