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 | A FIRST FOR UK HIPHOP LABEL FLASH FRY FROM SKILLMEGA'S REPS
Brightons' Brightest Freshest New Talent
The Saga of a Peaceful Man is the debut solo release from London based MC Reps. Reps has been perfecting his skills for many years as a member of Brighton crew The Lost Souls and as an integral member of the UK/Polish super group Skillmega along with Dan Fresh and OSTR. The album features beats from an international line up of top producers including OSTR as well as Biji Talls, L.A.’s TwizTheBeatPro, DJ Sekta and The Lazy One.
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 | THE NETWORK BOX SET - LIMITED EDITION (5 DISCS)
50 tracks of pure dance pleasure
The soundtrack to the rebellion is captured in full , with the 50 tracks including contributions from Derrick May, Kevin Saunderson, Juan Atkins, Mike Banks, Joey Negro, Sasha, Sure is Pure, Alter 8, Inner City, The Reece Project, Nexus 21...the list goes on and on.
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 | DEVICE RELEASE THEIR SECOND ALBUM 'ALL THE VILLAINS'
Recieving heavy rotation on the US college radio circuit
All the Villains picks up where the band’s debut album, Espionage, leaves off with bigger, bolder guitars, heavier drums and much bigger production values too.
All the Villains is a thrilling rollercoaster ride through the bright lights of the big city and out into the sodium glare of the suburbs.
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 | SHIBUYA CROSSINGS COME WITH THEIR 2nd SINGLE ON 7" VINYL
An explosive gem from this up & coming Indie/Guitar band
Following the success of their debut Typically Everybody Thinks You’re Dead, Shibuya Crossings come with their new single Can You Prove (Something To Me) remixed and revamped for release Spring 2008.
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 | BOBBY KRAY GETS HELP ON THE REMIX TIP FROM M J COLE
Limited 12" vinyl
UK reggae singer-songwriter Bobby Kray releases his new single from the acclaimed debut album ‘Tales From A Skinny White Boy’ in November 2007 on the Black Allianz / V2 label with remixes from M J Cole, Sunland and a Reggaetronic Remix from Kully B & Gussie G
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 | FRANCIS & FRANKLIN "STAND FIRM"
More early cuts from Jamaica's legendary Studio One
Songs that take you on the journey of life: MAMA WOI: those with experience teach wisdom, listen and learn otherwise suffer the consequences: ZION TRAIN: Hope and salvation 'sufferers sing the sweetest song' according to the song...your song of deliverance...STAND FIRM: rocking steady rhythmically staying firmly on track despite the fight...the journey may be long but!!!EASY NOW: this is the feel good factor laid back and boasty!
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 | 2 EARLY STUDIO ONE ALBUMS ON 1 CD
Classic Jamaican recordings produced by the legendary Sir Coxsone Dodd
Blessed with a smooth, silky, and soulful voice, Winston Francis really hit his stride with a solid pair of rocksteady singles he recorded for Clement Dodd and Studio One in the late '60s, "Mr. Fix It" and a spooky Jamaican remake of the Mamas & the Papas' hit "California Dreaming." Each song generated and served as the title for its own album, and both of those albums are combined here on a single disc, along with two bonus cuts, a radio edit and an extended mix of "Let's Go to Zion."
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 | KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM WITH MILLION DAN AND CREW
Extremely limited vinyl repress taken from the forthcoming Nu Urban Music compilations CD
"Urbanthology" mixed by Terry T, these two monster tunes are paired together for the first and only time. Featuring a stellar line up of six of the finest MC's in the game right now, no introduction is needed, this tune speaks for itself.
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 | MORE CUTS FROM THE FORTHCOMING "URBANTHOLOGY" CD
Limited edition 12"" vinyl
More extremely limited vinyl repress taken from the forthcoming Nu Urban Music compilation CD: 'Urbanthology" mixed by Terry T, we revisit the glory days with original Congo Natty production vibes on this one. Harking back to the sound that Knowledge & Wisdom made their own.
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 | SECOND COMING FOR THIS CLASSIC ASHANTI D&B CUT
Repressed vinyl gem from the IRS vaults
After numerous requests for a repress, we have dug deep into the vaults to bring you the classic first release on the IRS label. Taking the vocals from one of RnBs leading ladies Ashanti and her smash hit 'Foolish,' the IRS crew bring you 2 fine remixes that cover the D&B and breaks spectrum.
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 | CONGO NATTY'S TERRY T GOES DEEP WITH CHUCK FENDER
Limited edition 12"" vinyl
Taking the distinctive vocals from Chuck Fender's Jamacian dancehall anthem from last year, Congo Natty veteran Terry T brings his usual top notch production values to this ragga/D&B crossover smash.
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 | BOBBY KRAY TEAMS UP WITH BEENIE MAN ON SILLY GAMES
Limited edition 7" vinyl of the Janat Kay Classic - Silly Games
Daytime playlisted on Choice FM, this was originally a number 1 hit For Janet Kay. This version recorded by Bobby Kray was performed for the first time in front of 10,000 people on a UB40 tour and has been going from strength to strength. .
As well as major daytime support at Choice FM the single is getting Steve Sutherland - Galaxy Network and Adele Roberts 96.2 Rock FM (Preston)
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 | BRAND NEW BUSHWACKA! MIX EXCLUSIVE TO FUTUREPROOF
Coming soon the debut single from West London duo Blake & Monroe with the wicked 'Summer's Gone'.
The vinyl release features the original drum & bass mix with the mighty Bushwacka! contributing a remix in his own inimitable style for the flip. The download release will feature a phat breaks remix from none other than Ed Solo.
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 | NEW C-SOUL COMING SOON
Look out for the forthcoming third release from the mighty On The House label soon to be available from Futureproof.
C-Soul (Magnus Asberg & Jimmy Day) present the superb double header 'Watch This/Feel Like You Do' complete with remixes from Kelvin K and Harold Heath. Absolutely massive at the recent Miami Winter Conference, this is deep, soulful House at it's very finest.
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 | NAMUSOKE IN LONDON
Namusoke is flying in to London to play at Neighbourhood, Notting Hill on Friday 30th March to coincide with the release of her album, distributed exclusively through Futureproof. The album has been produced by London-based producer The Sea, well known for producing the cream of UK-hip-hop including Rodney P’s album The Future and the forthcoming album from Dynamite MC of Reprazent. Guests on the album include Hip Hop heavyweights Rodney P and Million Dan.
Namusoke’s adventurous and accessible production delivers some truly refreshing flavas, mixing classic ragga and hip-hop influences with cutting edge urban sounds, over which Namusoke’s charismatic and alluring voice effortlessly flow.
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 | NATE JAMES NOW AVAILABLE FROM FUTUREPROOF
UK Soul sensation Nate James returns with the ‘Funk Defining EP’ on his own Frofunk label.
Taken from his eagerly anticipated forthcoming second album ‘Kingdom Falls’, ‘Funkdefining’ showcases Nate’s trademark smooth vocals over a funky, uptempo Mark Hill produced beat. Johnny Douglas contributes a remix in his usual boogified style, coupled with a catchy chorus, this release is bound to cause a stir on dancefloors across the globe.
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 | IRS KEEP UP THE PRESSURE
The IRS crew present the next slamming release on their International Rescue Sounds label. Following on from their massive Ashanti: ‘Foolish’ remix 12” (IRS001) and the Swamijee & Dr Khan breaks collaboration ‘Innovate’ and Vodka’s d&b monster ‘Solid’ which featured on IRS002, the boys continue their mission to mash up the genres by releasing another split 12” with breaks on one side and d&b on the flip.
The A Side features Vodka’s breaks anthem ‘Bitch Slap’, a mash up of Prodigy style rave madness and heavyweight stomping breakbeats. Flip for the sweetness of Swamijee & Dr Khan’s ‘In Love’ a liquid drum & bass roller with more than a passing nod to the vocal house scene. Building on the success of the previous two releases and the rise in profile for the label, we fully expect these two storming tracks to take their respective scenes by storm.
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 | BOBBY KRAY PLAYLISTED ON CHOICE FM
Fast rising Reggae star Bobby Kray has his collaboration with the legendary Eek-A-Mouse 'Main Man' playlisted on Choice FM for daytime rotation. Available exclusively through Futureproof, this wicked 7" precurses his forthcoming debut album due to drop in May 2007.
Check his 2 other limited 7" releases 'Bam Bam' and a version of Gnarls Barkley's 'Crazy' both available through Futureproof.
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 | NEW BIG BROVAZ RELEASE - 'BIG BRO THANG' NOW AVAILABLE
This self penned single from Big Brovaz marks the return of the UK’s favourite Pop, Hip Hop and R&B act and 2007 looks set to be a great year for Big Brovaz. Having already won two MOBO awards, a Capital Radio award and a Smash Hits award for their platinum selling debut album, Big Brovaz return to continue their UK legacy.
Produced by Method Man’s studio mentor Deekay, the radio mix sounds fresh as ever with a thumping bassline and vibrant hook. Leading House producers Soul Seekerz offer an uptempo smash for the clubs, while Grime heavyweight Davinche delivers a bass heavy mix. Will Simms provides a soulful club mix and the DC Joseph mix is a stripped down version as we have come to expect.
With a phat remix package to suit all tastes, early reactions have generated much enthusiasm across the board, with positive feedback all the way!
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