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Enter The Mysterious Funk Vibe of SHOLTO, Àbáse & David Bardon


"Oscar ‘Sholto’ Robertson is a drummer, multi-instrumentalist and producer based in London. Growing up with a love for jazz, soul, krautrock and 60s & 70s soundtracks. The music invites you into a warm array of colours, analogue gooeyness, instrumental grooves and a euphoric sentimentality.

London cinematic soul extraordinaire SHOLTO has partnered with his SFJ bandmate Dave Bardon and acclaimed Hungarian pianist, composer & producer Àbáse for a new double A-side. Releasing digitally and in a run of limited 7” vinyl on Wednesday 18th June via DeepMatter Records, ‘Metropolis’ and ‘The Right Orchid’ combine moody, instrumental hip-hop tones, dusty funk breaks and swirling synths with undertones of jazz harmony. Born out of a spontaneous jam session in the SFJ studio whilst Àbáse visited London in 2024, the trio sparked an immediate connection."

Appreciate The Simple Things In Life With The Music of Dru Chen, Isaiah Sharkley & Syndee Winters


When life becomes complicated, for now these chords will do as Dru Chen, Isaiah Sharkley & Syndee Winters search for peace and offer clarity through music. The slow groove and outstanding harmonies of Dru Chen and Chok Kerong offer a moment of solace, personifying serenity in it's sound and message. Snydee Winters of Butterfly Black imagines the simple things in life that make us happy with her jazzy take on Lena Horne classics. Isaiah Sharkley adds new layers of depth to Soul music with his heart wrenching approach on guitar and vocals. You are bound to believe in a higher power with "In God We Trust", an otherworldly tune that uplifts with a divine groove and heavenly perspective.
 

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Feel The Sunset Breeze & Amber Glow of EC3, Eddie Bullen, & Debórah Bond


The beauty of nature appears vibrant and enchanting through the songwriting of drummer EC3, Eddie Bullen, singers Angie Nero, Tashera Robinson & Debórah Bond. Take a moment to dream on this invite to paradise driven by the radiance and warmth of music. With each tune, we are reminded of how music is not only for listening but a chance to walk toward the light. So live your best life as EC3, Tashera & Debórah inspire us to shine brightly.
 

Own Legendary Hip Hop Tour Backstage Passes, Courtesy of And 1 More Thing Vintage

 


Whether you'd like to own the original copies or get them made into larger scale posters, this collector has some treats in store. And 1 More Thing Vintage presents a treasure trove of collectors items from Hip Hop tour history. From the 1992 Hit Squad tour, to Run-DMC's Raising Hell tour and more, their store evokes the nostalgia of legendary performances.


Check out these plus more backstage tour passes here at the And 1 More Thing Vintage store and enjoy a recording below of P.E. live at the Birmingham Hummingbird in 1988.


A Wu-Tang Sampled Soul Classic Receives The Reggae Treatment of The Night Owls

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Enjoy the swinging Caribbean rhythm of The Night Owls's revisit to Wendy Rene's 1964 tune "After Laughter". The joy of this tune is a shining example of how to hide the sorrow, as both artists find the ability to take away our blues. Destani Wolf sings from the soul as her voice vibrates pure sorrow by capturing the essence of Wendy's performance. Add this one to the many nice covers of classic Soul songs in the Reggae genre, just one of many gems from "Versions II" by The Night Owls. Black Mirror provides a 90-minute tribute to this classic song below.
 

Listen To The Vibe As Jorun Bombay & Phill Most Chill Rock With No Phone


DJ/producer Jorun Bombay and an MC Phill Most Chill keep it traditional and classic with their summer 2025 single "No Phone". The beat bangs and the rhymes flow as this dynamic duo bring new flavor to the classic Hip Hop break "Last Night Changed It All". On the flipside, Jorun provides a nice R&B summer vibe with his remix of a Zhane classic and a new episode of Funkbox Reload. Check the flavor here at Juno as Mister Bombay keeps the music flowing by reviving numerous classics of yesteryear.
 

Wu-Tang Invades More Areas Of Merch, The RZA Releases The "Instrumental Experience"


The ways which society continues to imagine and absorb the visual impact of The Wu-Tang Clan is an ongoing and legendary saga. In some of my latest finds, artists M.C. aka. Panurge and koray öztürk use their creativity to take us into another chamber of The Wu. 

In case you might have missed it, in 2007 Think Differently Music released a celebration of The RZA's best beats. Behold as a master of the sampling craft flips dusty vinyl into Hip Hop classics as a composer of Blunted Soul. "Instrumental Experience" features a number of instrumental versions of solid albums songs from various Wu releases:

The Samples - Intro 8:28
Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber Part 2 2:39
Black Mamba 3:05
Diesel 3:03
Ya'll Been Warned 2:01
Knowledge God 4:20
Child's Play 4:31
Chamber Music 3:07
Severe Punishment 2:59
7th Chamber 3:37
For Heaven's Sake 2:39
Camay 2:18
Ice Cream 4:15
Triumph 4:17
State Of Grace 2:52
Run 4:35
Brutality (The Grindz) 3:00
Hollow Bones 0:15
Reunited 2:51
Domestic Violence 4:53
My G.O.D 2:20
Duck Seazon 2:13
 



Experience A 70's Funk Odyssey With Rare Live Albums Released by The Meters & WAR


The vibe is cool and the sounds are groovy as two Funk & Soul juggernauts get down on stage in their heyday. With this combined talent to create wonderful worlds within song, you're bound to be slippin' into darkness of a delightful musical escape. 

The live performances from WAR's 1974 trip to Japan, have been digitally restored for a never-before-heard album. This 2024 release features all of WAR's classic tracks. OUT NOW on LP, CD and Digital, so enjoy the stream and get your copy of ‘Live in Japan 1974’ today at https://war.lnk.to/LIJ74



Recorded in '75 and featuring the classic lineup of band members, Live At Great American Music Hall, San Francisco is long-overdue. As a fan of The Meters, you get to experience the band on a live album which showcases them at their peak. Art Neville, Leo Nocentelli, George Porter Jr., Zigaboo Modeliste and Cyril Neville all showed top form. The nine-song set features extended jams, some nearing 20 minutes, with the band blazing the stage and their instruments throughout. It has previously circulated only as a rare bootleg, so this 2025 official release offers a complete, well-mastered version on colored vinyl, making it the ultimate edition.
 

Get Your Mobb Deep Promo Stickers As Smif 'N Wessun Experience The Trife Life Of Bucktown



Here at my eBay storefront you'll find a few rare promo stickers from "The Infamous" and "Hell On Earth" along with some other treats. These stickers are the perfect addition to your vinyl record sleeve, record shelf, drum machine etc. As if that wasn't enough, DJ Keytronikz gives us a gem of a remix in the Mobb Deep/Smif 'N Wessun blend of "Bucktown". 

As students of the infamous Printing school in lower Manhattan, Havoc, Prodigy, Tek and Steele each share a common ground. That commonality is evident in this remix as The Mobb sound fits like hand-to-glove with the gun clapping sound of Bucktown.

Music Is Still For Life As DJ Hi-Tek Reflects With Don Cannon In 2025


In an in-depth conversation, Don Cannon explores Tek's creative process, key career moments and life stories behind the music. This includes his time in working with lyrical giants, and how he stayed authentic while navigating the evolving music industry. If you're a fan of real hip-hop production and want to learn from one of the genre’s most respected architects, this interview is a must-watch. Below, DJ MWP spins Hi-Tek classics in a tribute to his production.

Hi-Tek's List Of Gear

Hi-Tek has used and expressed preferences for various types of equipment throughout his career as a producer. Here's a list of what he metions in the interview and where to get this gear:

  • Akai MPCs Hi-Tek considers the MPC 60 and MPC 3000 to be his "weapon of choice" and expresses a preference for them. He mentions taking his MPC 60 on Greyhound trips to New York. Marco Polo notes that Hi-Tek has his MPC 3000 "decked out". Hi-Tek was "anti" the MPC 2000 because he found its sound "too punchy" and "choppier".
  • Ensoniq ASR-10 Hi-Tek has expressed jealousy over the ASR-10, stating he "couldn't get that sound" from it. Notably, Dr. Dre would tell Hi-Tek that his best beats were made on the ASR.
  • Turntables He regards the Technics 1200 turntable as "special" and "the next level of that professional" turntable, noting that they "still hold their value for a reason". He even tried to "break into this club to get these turntables" when he was 13 because he wanted them "so bad".
  • Synthesizers Hi-Tek used the Motif 6, MS2000, and Korg MS for synth sounds in his productions.
  • Storage Devices He still possesses zip drives but is in the process of transferring their content to an SD card.
  • Instant Replay Hi-Tek used an Instant Replay machine for drops and samples, particularly for radio. He describes it as having "scream sounds" and being reliable until it unexpectedly crashed during a show.
  • Recording Mediums The "whole first part of [his] career was all two inch tape," and he still possesses those tapes. He valued the "warmth" of tape, noting that it "can't be really duplicated" by other methods.
  • Mixing Equipment He has worked on mixing boards or consoles in various studios, including Chung King studio. He also built his early studio setup around a console after observing another producer's setup.

In '68, Bill Plummer & The Cosmic Brotherhood Bring The Sitar To "The Look Of Love"


Brace yourself for a mysterious and edgy twist to a classic. One of the most joyful songs in history receives Middle Eastern perspective on Bill Plummer & The Cosmic Brotherhood's version of "The Look Of Love". You'll never think of Burt Bacharach and Hal David's composition the same as the sitar hits you. This band manage to blend the pleasant aspects of the original with their unique arrangement, creating intriguing transitions of mood throughout. From their 1968 self-titled album available on vinyl here at eBay.

Around The Web In Breakbeats Vol. 65: A Groove Armageddon


In a groove Armageddon, my mission at cratesofjr is to supply listeners with the good of music to combat the negative of life. The impact of the drum is especially powerful in our daily pursuit to get up and get involved. Like the late great James Brown, his groove made people want to get on the good foot and fight not only on the dance floor but in life. Around The Web In Breakbeats is a continuation of what JB began. It's your musical armament as a movement of good Funk and Soul powered by the impact of percussion.

29 More Breakbeats, Plus Future Volumes Available For My Patrons

Feast your ears to 29 songs in a journey of fusion like none other. Around The Web In Breakbeats Vol. 65 is the first in an exclusive presentation for my Patrons of my ongoing compilation of drum-heavy grooves. As my Patron, you'll receive an invite to access this private Spotify playlist as well as all future extended versions of ATWIBB.


 
        

In '90, Shockmaster Laz Kicks Edutainment About AIDS on "I Feel 4 U"


The beat and rhyme combine to leave a shock upon a society plagued with a new epidemic called AIDS on this rare Hip Hop 12". With a sharp eye on the ghetto, Shockmaster Laz envisions a state of despair as he raps about a disease that could be deadly and fatal. Abandoned buildings filled with syringes and the infected serve as the source of inspiration for a Hip Hop song that is as funky as it is socially aware.

In an AIDS promo for Video Music Box below, Ralph Mc Daniels & Naughty By Nature speak to a young man named John who had AIDS.

The Funk Goes Extraterrestrial With Music by George Semper & Treasure Records


Of the few bands who dare to venture far and beyond into the cosmos, these two blast off to the rhythm of Funk. Join as George Semper & Treasure Records explore the otherworldly realm of E.T. The Extraterrestrial with releases from 2015 and 2025. 

The mysterious band behind "E.T. Is Coming Home" deliver an infectious and cosmic groove. Backed by a funky bass line and driven by female vocals, we get a whole new musical vision of Spielberg's cute little alien. The soulful strut of George Semper's "ET Where Are U" rings with the joy and charm of a child. It's a tune fit for the theme of a cartoon intro, yet groovy and intriguing enough for a n adult crate digger to take notice.
 

The Vinyl Movement Presents: DJ OXYGEN (aka Ox The Architect of Soundsci) All 45 Mix

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Baby you ought to think twice before you skip this set, because Ox The Architect is about to bless you with some groovy sounds. Join us as DJ Oxygen takes us on a tour of the five boroughs of New York City via an electrifying all 45 mix. (Jazz, Funk, Soul, and Hip Hop). This MC/DJ who's known for showing what he's got on Discogs and Instagram brings his esteemed collection to The Vinyl Movement.