Still Music are proud to present the reissue of “A Message For The DJ” by one of Detroit’s finest, Delano Smith featuring the distinct vocals of Diamondancer. Featuring the now legendary remix by Jimpster, that has constantly been played since it’s initial release in 2005 by DJ’s across all scenes within the House spectrum.
Original copies of this Deep House classic are hard to come by on the second-hand market, regularly changing hands for close to £70, if you’re lucky enough to find one! Here’s your chance to get one over on those pesky Discogs sharks. Don’t delay!
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This relatively new Stockholm duo have been making waves with their latest vinyl output. This EP conveys their love for the disco house sounds of Chicago, spearheaded by the likes of DJ Sneak. ‘Spoon Bait’ leads the way using an almost dreamlike vocal hook over a deep bass led groove with dub effects to boot. ‘Tuborg Translate’ picks up the tempo, chopping up a Philly style hook, underpinned by crisp beats and otherworldly space effects. Title track ‘Silja Line Superstar’ keeps the peak-time action going utilising warm emotive strings and brass whilst ‘Kenneth Knaster’ bounces along on a sublime disco ride bringing the EP to a close.
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Everyone at PDD was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend Chris Stoker last week. Through Bad Passion, Not An Animal, and his clothing brand Magic Castles / ACMH, Chris’s vision, creativity and talent left a lasting impact on so many. He was a truly vibrant soul who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. Xx
The Rhythm Of Nature’ is the stunning new masterpiece from Andy Compton (The Rurals) and Shamrock!
Written between Andy’s tours in South Africa and Shamrock’s extended UK trip in the summer of 2025, this album embodies their shared mission: to spread positive, joyful vibrations with LOVE.
Here, Soul, Jazz, and African music blend seamlessly through the talents of these two cosmic brothers, connected deeply by their love of making music.
When Andy and Shamrock jam and record, music flows so freely, creating a powerful, spiritual energy.
This follow-up to their 2023 debut album, Soul & Spirit — which still touches hearts worldwide — includes magical songs like ‘Bunny Chow’ and ‘Rosa Mziki’, originally created in Johannesburg and previously released on the Bunny Chow EP, Along with super fresh, unheard gems.
The album also features incredible musicians such as Nekoye Ommeh (Vocals), Pete Morris (Keys), Bongani Sessionist (Percussion), Kafele Bandele (Trumpet), and Charlie Hearnshaw (Sax), adding their magical energies to the soundscape.
Allow yourself to experience the full journey, feel and enjoy every note!
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Past Due Records is thrilled to announce the release of Midnight Blue’s “One Wish - South Carolina 1975-83,” a compilation showcasing the legendary funk and modern soul band from Columbia. This limited edition double LP compilation is an exclusive collection highlighting the band’s peak during the mid-1980s American boogie funk era.
Formed in 1975, Midnight Blue blended the talents of local musicians Myron Alford, Robert Hoefer, Jr., Ronnie Amiker, and many others. Despite their underground status, their music left a lasting impact, performing alongside legends like Midnight Star and Prince.
The compilation includes their debut single “Feel It and Groove Together,” their powerful rendition of “I Who Have Nothing,” and unreleased tracks recorded with Cameo’s Larry Blackmon.
Fan favorites such as “All Because of You” and “Coolin’ Out” will also be featured.
This double LP comes with a full story and many never-before-seen pictures of the band, making it a must-have for any fan of eighties funk, courtesy of Past Due Records.
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Stay True Sounds presents ‘Stay True Cutz Vol. 9’, the ninth vinyl edition in the label’s ‘Cutz’ series, curated by Kid Fonque. Drawn from the label’s most recent catalogue, this selection brings together four essential South African house cuts for discerning ears and dancefloors.
Side A opens with beatsbyhand ft. Sio – ‘Trick Me’, a deep house reinterpretation of Kelis’ classic, reshaped into a soulful, floor-ready anthem carried by Sio’s assured vocal. It’s followed by Tea White’s ‘Earth Over Us’, a textured and emotive 3-step instrumental that leans into a more ambient, introspective space.
On the flip, Thabo Tonick’s ‘The Source’ delivers forward-facing 3-step with signature sampling and tight, purposeful builds. Closing the release, Nutty Nys offers ‘Never’ - a low-slung, heavyweight deep house cut layered with blues-tinged soul and unmistakable South African groove.
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This perfectly formed EP brings together Dutch duo Fouk with a selection of collaborators across four groove-led cuts blending house, disco, and nu-disco influences.
The title track sees Fouk teaming up with The Phenomenal Handclap Band, delivering a vibrant vocal cut driven by warm basslines, uplifting melodies, and classic disco instrumentation. Importantly, both the vocal and instrumental versions appear here as extended mixes exclusive to the vinyl release.
Further collaborations with Archil & Leon and 79.5 continue the EP’s groove-heavy approach, combining soulful vocals, live instrumentation, and dancefloor-ready arrangements.
Already receiving strong support across radio, DJs, and streaming platforms, including plays from Bill Brewster (NTS Radio), Colleen Cosmo Murphy, Dom Servini, Francois K, Graeme Park, Hot Toddy, Massimiliano Pagliara, Pete Herbert, Slothboogie, Tim Zawada / Star Creature Universal Vibrations, Dave Pezzner, Nadiem Shah, Luxxury, Dj Supermarkt, Luke Solomon, Seamus Haji, Sophie Lloyd, J-Kriv, DJ Rocca, Faze Action.
The release has also landed #1 placements on Spotify’s Nu Disco editorial playlist.
With warm grooves, uplifting vocals and strong crossover appeal between disco, house and nu-disco scenes, this EP offers high playability for DJs and strong appeal for modern disco and house collectors.
A vibrant and DJ-friendly release for stores supporting disco, house, and nu-disco sounds.
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Producer and bassist Huw Marc Bennett presents ‘Tresilian Bay’, a new project that draws from artists such as Tim Maia, Augustus Pablo and Idris Muhammed as much as the jazz scene and community he has found in south-east London. The languid, sultry sound fuses both modern and vintage, travelling from South London electronica, to Brazillian groove, Nigerian Afrobeat and Ghanaian Highlife along with a streak of Welsh psychedelia.
‘Tresilian Bay’ is a nod to hedonistic summer nights, whether spent on the Glamorgan coast or the hot Lewisham streets. The album is titled in honour of the bay near where Huw grew up, an area steeped in stories of ancient Welsh royalty, smugglers and pirates.
The album started out as a lost live session recorded at the Total Refreshment Centre studios, featuring Chelsea Carmichael (sax), Rosie Turton (trombone), Shirley Tetteh (guitar) and Jake Long (drums) with Huw at the helm on bass and compositions. With glorious vocal contributions from Miryam Solomon; Huw utilised his human style of production and multi instrumentality heard in his Susso project (Soundway Records, 2016) to mold these recordings into this mature and emotional debut.
The album was mixed and mastered by Albert’s Favourites co-founder Adam Scrimshire with artwork by Jonny Drop.
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FAM Disco - Blaxploitation ALBUM
Available To pre-order Vinyl & Digital ⬆️
Tracklist:
01 Blaxploitation
02 Race Against Time
03 Bubble Funk
04 Spread Love
05 Space Imagine
06 Soul Education
07 Beautiful Day
08 Disco Circo
09 Mirror Ball
10 Routine Love
11 Romantic Day
12 Messenger Of Love
Dedicated to everyone who still loves to listen to the music, not just hear it!
"This album is a heavy nod to the funk and disco grooves that fueled the soundtracks of 70s and 80s police procedurals. It’s my personal dreamlike urban trek—my vision of speeding cars and crooked cops tailing outlaws in roaring V8s. Think high-stakes shootouts, back-alley drug deals, and a world of street grit polished by the neon glow of sexy girls and glittering disco clubs. I didn't set out to make a carbon copy; I’m capturing that raw Blaxploitation spirit and bringing it into the now—infusing it with funk-jazz heat, disco fever, and a few soulful strokes of electronic texture." @paolo.fedreg
#GrooveCulture #jazzfunk #soulfunkdisco #disco #blaxploitation
The Sound of Love International 008 curated by Ivan Smagghe.
The next chapter of Love International’s compilation series with Test Pressing arrives through the lens of Ivan Smagghe. Guided by his long-standing mantra, “the style of no style,” the 12-track selection drifts effortlessly between shadow and light - a reflection of the festival as he knows it.
This is Smagghe’s version of Love International: unpolished in the right places, intuitive, and deeply attuned to the stranger corners of the Adriatic experience. The compilation captures the balance at the heart of the festival: connection, curiosity, and a shared rhythm that holds it all together. Slightly out of reach yet exactly where it should be.
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Another strong selection landing this week at Prime Direct Distribution.
Ivan Smagghe presents The Sound of Love International #008 for Love International x Test Pressing, while The Rurals & Shamrock link up for The Rhythm Of Nature on Peng. South Street International deliver Tune It Out featuring Fouk, The Phenomenal Handclap Band, Archil & Leon, and 79.5.
The Nathaniel X Project steps up again for Daybreakers with The Resurface EP, Ari Bald & CJ Scott bring Silja Line Superstar to Big Love, and Delano Smith teams up with Diamondancer for A Message For The DJ on Still Music.
Rounding things off, Drumcode return with A-Sides Vol. 14 – V2 featuring HI-LO, Nicole Moudaber & ZLATA, Mark Reeve and Mattia Saviolo.
All out today 🔥
Frits Wentink’s Bobby Donny returns for the sixth various artist 12” vinyl release in the Ace Series. This all killer no filler release kicks off with two heavyweight cuts from Frits and Malin Genie before Wim Waldo closes out the A side. On the flip we welcome two new artists, up first Quinn Davis followed by two tracks by Fabian Feld. Six heavy heaters for house fans of the deeper persuasion. Another essential release from Bobby Donny!
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