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JAMES HAMILTON’S ORIGINAL DISCO REVIEWS Malcolm McLaren & The World’s Famous Supreme Team ‘Buffalo Gals’ (Charisma) Record Mirror review Nov 1982 “A pity in a way that it’ll be this somewhat opportunist single which will make everyone aware of the New York DJs freaky ‘scratch’ gimmick (as on Mt Airy Groove), but this compulsively extraordinary clucking and smacking 108½ amalgamation of funk, rap and square dance (really!) is a mindblower regardless, with a less dense vocal mix plus a straight 135 square dance version (great party fun) on a 2-track flip.” Entered Disco chart: Dec 11th 1982 Disco chart peak: 5 Weeks on Disco chart: 10 Entered UK Singles Chart: Dec 4th 1982 UK chart peak: 9 Weeks on UK chart: 12 As the review illustrates, this was a seminal track in highlighting the emerging hip-hop movement of New York’s Bronx, not least the promo video, which, for the first time, exposed us to all four elements of hip-hop. It was the first video to show a DJ scratching, as well as the first to feature someone spinning on their head. ‘Buffalo Gals’ was culture shock! Malcolm McLaren, the former manager of the Sex Pistols, was an unlikely champion of hip-hop, but the single was seminal, featuring NYC radio combo, the World’s Famous Supreme Team, and, in the video, launching b boys, the Rock Steady Crew, towards international fame. ‘Buffalo Gals’ and the album it heralded, ‘Duck Rock’, were produced by @trevorhornmusic , who’d be right at the top of his game around this period, producing hits for ABC, Frankie Goes To Hollywood and Art of Noise. Recorded in the US, South Africa, Central and South America and the Caribbean, the LP was a mash-up of music styles like nothing before. It would spawn a further top 10 hit in ‘Double Dutch’, illuminating the rope skipping skills originated in Harlem. We discussed ‘Buffalo Gals’ with our guest, Colin Curtis, during last month’s edition of the Record Mirror Disco Charts podcast (link in bio). This is one of over 5000 reviews in the book, James Hamilton’s Disco Pages 1975-1982 (link again in bio). Follow @jameshamiltonsdiscopages #jameshamiltonsdiscopages #malcolmmclaren #gregwilson

This afternoon / tonight Partytime @whitebear.farringdon with the @barefootrockvinyl crew plus @wrongtom @kebkeb1956 @andypenny8106 @palace_records_ @nickhosierstompradiol - and many more top vinyl selectors !! Across the board sounds in a sonic celebration of great music and people

I can remember exactly where I was standing when I heard the earth-shattering news 10 years ago today. It was so baffling because he was so ALIVE. It was so heartbreaking because he still had so much more to GIVE. The one great thing that has happened since is we are awash with amazing concert footage and bootlegs he made his mission to quash, I seem to get something new - and usually stunning - in my feed almost daily. He might’ve well have been initially spinning in his grave, and his estate may be taking some liberties (and at the start I even found myself feeling guilty for peeping!), but in terms of pure celebration and reminiscence, incredibly he continues to surprise, amaze, amuse, titillate and of course FUNK. I think ultimately he would be happy to know his legacy is now owned by his fans who will always adore and respect him. Long may it continue! 💜 Today I’m looking forward to that veritable encyclopaedia @wrongtom ‘s tribute to Prince which will be on his Mixcloud later today, links in his bio #prince @prince

Looking forward to the coming weekend in that London when I’m joining the @barefootrockvinyl crew with @andypenny8106 @palace_records_ @wrongtom @kebdarge and many, many more!! @whitebear.farringdon - my second home back in the capital !

Record Store Day today, happy hunting! AS part of RSD, Sugarhill have issued a 12” dub mix they commissioned from @che.wax and I of the seminal hip-hop classic, ‘The Message’, by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five. Also, on the flip, there’s a further dub, this time of the Sugarhill Gang’s ‘Rappers Delight’, held back from our remix session last year. It’s been a privilege to work on two such iconic tracks, and for a truly historic label. I remember both of these records from when they first came into the UK on import, ‘Rappers Delight’ in 1979 and ‘The Message’ in 1982 - landmark releases which would inspire a generation, elevating hip-hop from the New York streets to a global phenomenon. #recordstoreday #grandmasterflash #grandmasterflashandthefuriousfive #sugarhillgang #chewax #gregwilson

FOR @recordstoreday . EXPLAINING VINYL TO YOUR KIDS 😳. . . #recordstoreday #funny #vinyllovers #genxlife #vinyladdiction

A reminder that @dennisbovell was responsible for 10 of the 54 tracks on the Roots Rock Rebels 3-CD box set. Reissued in January & available in all good record shops. /various-artists-roots-rock-rebels-when-punk-met-reggae-1975-1982-3cd-box-set /ROOTS-ROCK-REBELS-1975-1982-CLAMSHELL/dp/B0D3M9L2CB/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.q7PZONxKxvgRL9bo8Ex2pW_4LT-Nt1VlYD88Kc9k0brdEps-JPl7WH16Edm_2zSRC5e87GglwWMLP4KN9ZPJGwXGglzjuebXb7MPwc18X7AjD_pmdUp115r39xCGsICnEY9zJN39mj9ycPaAnvG7ZXdKF_CD6gsqz944F85o-buxBIZhzm0c5l0tEXwnvcpgTuGOttgyEKMdzpTsBTg6dw.B9ei4qg-5YACyZh1909JfXQxRqB2Vc25R_LSpQL2PN0&dib_tag=se&keywords=Roots+rock+rebels&qid=1716542090&sr=8-1 https://youtu.be/GFHqabGMZOM?si=xMjuqYPpRHs2gMxp

Hard-Fi - They Ain't Your Friends #HardFi #TheyAintYourFriends #SweatingSomeoneElsesFever #BlackstarAmplification #BassCover @hardfiofficial @steven.m.kemp @steve_fi_drums @kai_stephens_ @wrongtom

Fri 3rd April 8pm-1am Wrongtom DJ, producer, bass head and music historian Wrongtom makes a welcome return to Spiritland. Expect all things from digital dub to sleazy rock. Link to book in bio.

Just catching up from this time 2 weeks ago ! A few random snaps of #catisback February’s quarterly session @whitebear.farringdon @wrongtom @junior_kickstart71 @deanchalkley_ @mark_professor @andypenny8106 @mike.hosking.92102 @cowlbeckesther Big thanks to all those who came along and participated in another amazing 9 hours of solid sounds from 8 DJ’s with selections across the board in the Cat is Back Stylee

Tomorrow’s party in Farringdon, London #catisback @whitebear.farringdon With @mattyfjay @deanchalkley_ @junior_kickstart71 @mark_professor @wrongtom @mike.hosking.92102 @cowlbeckesther and Adrian 9 hours of non stop vinyl action with deep across the board selections - top people - great staff - cold beer and hot pizza

UNAMERICAN BROADCASTING - EP192 The nobody gets out alive episode... Listen/hear here: /recordings/3034708