PRE ORDER => 2025 04 25
2LP - ACE / STAX
2025

TRACKLIST
SIDE ONE
1. THEME FROM THE MEN (Instrumental)
2. TYPE THANG
3. ROLLING DOWN A MOUNTAINSIDE
4. (IF LOVING YOU IS WRONG) I DON'T WANT TO BE RIGHT
5. JOY PT 1
SIDE TWO
1. JOY PT 2
2. WONDERFUL
3. SOMEONE MADE YOU FOR ME
4. TITLE THEME
5. HUNG UP ON MY BABY (Instrumental)
SIDE THREE
1. CHOCOLATE CHIP
2. CHOCOLATE CHIP (Instrumental)
3. COME LIVE WITH ME
4. BODY LANGUAGE
5. DISCO CONNECTION
SIDE FOUR
1. ST. THOMAS SQUARE
2. ROCK ME EASY BABY PT 1
3. ROCK ME EASY BABY PT 2
4. JUICY FRUIT (DISCO FREAK) PT 1
5. JUICY FRUIT (DISCO FREAK) PT 2

DESCRIPTION
The wonderfully favourable response to our first CD and double vinyl volume of the original A and B sides of the singles of the late great Isaac Hayes – as originally released on Stax’ Enterprise subsidiary between 1969 and 1972 – has forced us to bring forward, this month, the release of “Hot Buttered Singles 2” to cater for what Ace is sure will be just as great a level of popular demand.
This volume picks up where “Hot Buttered Singles Vol 1” left off with Hayes’ final 45 of 1972, and carries his seven inch story through to 1976 – by which time Stax was defunct, and Hayes’ was on his own Hot Buttered Soul label via ABC Records. It features eight US R&B chart hits including the much sampled ‘Hung Up On My Baby’ and ‘Chocolate Chip’, Hayes’ biggest hit of this period ‘Joy’ and the ever-popular 1976 instrumental ‘Disco Connection’, which finally gave Hayes’ his second UK Top 20 hit after ‘Shaft’.
All tracks match the original single edits, and wherever possible are taken from digital transfers of the original Enterprise singles masters. Where the original 45s came in two parts, they also do so here. And where original singles masters no longer exist, as was the case for two tracks, Ace’s engineers have re-created them beat for beat from the longer album versions. (Have fun guessing which two they were…)
As with “Hot Buttered Singles Vol 1”, the LP inners and CD booklet are packed with label shots, copious other images and an extensive sleeve note that gives deep detail about the featured songs. It also makes the package look as good as it sounds.

PRE ORDER => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
2025

TRACKLIST
SIDE ONE
1. SIX MILLION DOLLAR MAN THEME – Richard "Groove" Holmes
2. SUPER STRUT - Cookin' Bag
3. WORK SONG - The Pazant Brothers
4. PEACE & LOVE - Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes
5. SKULL SESSION - Oliver Nelson
SIDE TWO
1. MAMA SOUL - Harold Alexander
2. HEAD START - Bob Thiele Emergency
3. THEME FROM THE MEN - Joe Bataan
4. PUT IT WHERE YOU WANT IT - Pretty Purdie
5. DRIFTING - Chucky Thurmon & Pharris Wheel

DESCRIPTION
What it is, is funky! When the acid jazz scene ruled the world it looked for its inspiration in places that other jazz fans tended to overlook. The soul jazz of the late 60s and early 70s. The music of lounge bars and small clubs that fuelled the night life of black America. This compilation brings together ten examples of the sound and is a high quality listen from start to finish.
In the post-bebop world jazz was often condemned as an intellectual music aimed at the head not the feet, but a strain of the music was always for dancing, coming straight from the legacy of the big bands, and always tipping its head to what was going on in the R&B charts. The tracks included here all stay true to that legacy.
So whether we have Lonnie Liston Smith’s plea for 'Peace & Love' with its Bob Marley echoing horn lines, or Joe Bataan as band leader covering Isaac Hayes' 'Theme From the Men', this is music allied with the contemporary sounds of the day. Oliver Nelson's synth heavy 'Skull Session' or his TV hit 'Theme From The Six Million Dollar Man' covered by Richard ‘Groove’ Holmes show this. At the heart of these recordings are the rhythms − and as such Bernard Purdie is the star either as a solo artist or simply as the man behind the kit with Harold Alexander.
This is Funky Jazz is an entry ticket to a party that everyone should want to be invited to.

PRE ORDER => 2025 04 25
7 INCH - VAMPISOUL
2025

Two awesome Latin jazz-funk gems for the dance floor, blazing with the rich brass section and percussion.
Both songs are taken from mega-rare Venezuelan LPs released in 1976.
Reissued on a 45 for the first time.

TRACKLIST
Side A
LA RETRETA MAYOR -TORTA DE PAN
Side B
PABLO SCHNEIDER -LA VENGANZA

DESCRIPTION
First time 45 reissue of these two awesome Latin jazz-funk gems from Venezuela.
La Retreta Mayor was founded and led by guitarist Alex Rodríguez. ‘Torta de pan’, reminiscent of recordings of classic US funk bands such as the JBs, was originally included in their only and hard-to-find LP. On the flip side of our 45 we find ‘La venganza’ that was part of a mega rare soundtrack written and recorded by Pablo Schneider for the obscure Venezuelan sexploitation film “Sobre la Hierba… Virgen”. Both songs were released on Discomoda in 1976 and the original records are almost impossible to find in any condition.
How cool and handy is to have both songs together on a DJ-friendly 45? First time 7” reissue.

BIS => 2025 05 30
1LP - BGP / FLYING DUTCHMAN
1977 => 2024

IN STOCK
1LP - WESTBOUND
1979 => 2023

IN STOCK
1LP - WESTBOUND
1975 => 2023

IN STOCK
1LP - WESTBOUND
1975 => 2023

IN STOCK
1LP - BGP / FLYING DUTCHMAN
1976 => 2023

BIS => 2025 05 30
2LP - WESTBOUND
2009

IN STOCK
1LP - KENT
1970 => 2014

IN STOCK
1LP - BGP
1971 => 1994

BIS => 2025 05 30
3LP - WESTBOUND
2017

IN STOCK
2LP - BGP
2020

BIS => 2025 04 25
7 INCH - BGP
2025

TRACKLIST
Just In Time To See The Sun
China Doll (Part 1)

DESCRIPTION
The latest selection of BGP 45s is the most diverse yet taking in the worlds of funk, soul, jazz and old school hip hop, as we continue in our mission to provide DJ weapons to the world…
Leon Thomas is of course famed as one of the most important voices to have emerged from the 1960s jazz scene. He worked alongside Pharoah Sanders and Lonnie Liston Smith, co-composing ‘The Creator Has A Master Plan’.
At Flying Dutchman some of his records took lessons from contemporary soul resulting in wonderful fusions. Here we present two of his very best reissue on 7-inch for the first time.

BIS => 2025 04 25
7 INCH - BGP
2025

TRACKLIST
Dollar Bill Y'All
Instrumental

DESCRIPTION
The latest selection of BGP 45s is the most diverse yet taking in the worlds of funk, soul, jazz and old school hip hop, as we continue in our mission to provide DJ weapons to the world…
New York rapper Jimmy Spicer was one of the first clients of behemoth rap management company RUSH, and recorded a handful of important singles in the early 1980s.
The best of the bunch was his sole outing for Spring ‘Money (Dollar Bill Y’All’) which rides of a crunch funk beat, and has become a much sampled classic. The original 7-inch mix is reissued here for the first time.

BIS => 2025 04 25
7 INCH - BGP
2025

TRACKLIST
Crazy Girl Part 1
Crazy Girl Part 2

DESCRIPTION
The latest selection of BGP 45s is the most diverse yet taking in the worlds of funk, soul, jazz and old school hip hop, as we continue in our mission to provide DJ weapons to the world…
Blind singer Freddie Love was from Baton Rouge and made two amazing 45s for Eddie Shuler’s ANLA label.
His debut is the two-sided dancer ‘Crazy Girl’ which is heavily influenced by James Brown and is another record that is having its first vinyl reissue.

BIS => 2025 04 25
7 INCH - BGP
2025

TRACKLIST
Nobody
It Cracks Me Up

DESCRIPTION
The latest selection of BGP 45s is the most diverse yet taking in the worlds of funk, soul, jazz and old school hip hop, as we continue in our mission to provide DJ weapons to the world…
West Coast based vocal group Hodges James & Smith’s ‘Nobody’ has long been a club classic for funk DJs and was championed by David Holmes. Hovering at around £100 for an original copy, we reissue it on 7-inch for the first time.
For extra pleasure we have included the previously only on CD ‘It Cracks Me Up’ on the flip.

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1978 => 2025

TRACKLIST

SIDE ONE
1. DISCO TO GO
2. WARSHIP TOUCHANTE
3. NAPPY
4. BIRDIE

SIDE TWO
1. JUST LIKE YOU
2. WHEN YOU'RE GONE
3. AMOROUS

DESCRIPTION

George Clinton’s imagination knew no bounds and, defying normal music industry convention, by 1978 had five bands signed to three different record labels. One of these comprised of three other Parliament/ Funkadelic female backing singers working under the name of Parlet, whose debut single, ‘Pleasure Principle’ was released on Casablanca Records in March 1978.

It was Clinton’s idea that two other backing singers, Lynn Mabry and Dawn Silva, become the Brides Of Funkenstein, a character he invented for the 1976 Parliament LP, “The Clones Of Dr Funkenstein”. “I have to be honest – at first, I hated the name and I thought George was kidding,” Mabry told Blues & Soul, “But I have gotten to like it – especially just the Brides.”

Clinton got the Brides signed to Atlantic Records and their first single was ‘Disco To Go’ / ‘ When You’re Gone’. The A-side was written and produced by Clinton and Bootsy Collins and had originally featured in live shows by Collins’ live band. Clinton was asked by Black Echoes why the song was recorded by the Brides rather than Bootsy. “He could, and it would have been a smash too,” he replied. “But we thought it sounded too much like James Brown, so we gave it to the girls. Now it don’t sound like James Brown.” It certainly did not and this electronic bass and horn-powered banger – complete with an Old MacDonald nursery rhyme refrain – debuted on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart at #80 on 30th September 1978. By the time the P-Funk crew were flying across the Atlantic in early November it had peaked at #7. Sadly for UK fans, ‘Disco To Go’ was only available on import although a Black Echoes review stated it was a “Slow chunky handclapper. It sounds not unlike Funkadelic’s own ‘Coming Round The Mountain’”.

‘Disco To Go’, went gold in America selling over 500,000 copies. It was the perfect springboard for the Brides debut LP, “Funk Or Walk” which quickly climbed into the upper reaches of the R&B chart and even saw the duo embark upon a signing tour of record stores. All of the songs on “Funk Or Walk” were written by legends of P-Funk, such as Bootsy Collins, Rodney Curtis, Bernie Worrell, Gary Shider and Clinton. “George has got thousands of tracks,” Mabry told Black Echoes. “When we go into the studio he says, ‘Like this track?” And we go‘Aaaaaahh naa.’ ‘Like this one?’ ‘Well, yeah.’ He’s got thousands of tracks. He’s got a whole cupboard full of them. He’s got enough tracks to keep him in albums for two years.” Clinton himself told Blues & Soul how his busy production line worked, “How do we do it? Real simple: we lay down rhythm tracks all the time and just decide who should have what.”

“Funk Or Walk” kicked off with the dancefloor filler Disco To Go’ while elsewhere the nine-minute ballad ‘Just Like You’ showed another musical side of the group. ‘Birdie’ was a prime slice of word-playful danceable horn-powered funk arranged by Fred Wesley. ‘Amorous’ and the ethereal intergalactic ‘War Ship Touchante’ splattered with electronic and vocal effects – a close encounter of the P-Funk kind – were released as the Brides’ second single and peaked at #76 on the Hot Soul Singles chart in February 1979. “I especially like ‘Amorous’ and ‘War Ship Touchante’”, Silva told Blues & Soul, “because they convey a real message and I like that. And that message is happy and it is important to us that people get happiness from us. We really get upset when we don’t win over an audience.”

“Funk Or Walk” peaked at #17 on the Billboard R&B album chart and #70 on the Hot 100. It was also released in the UK and Germany to tie in with UK and European dates at the end of 1978 and early in 1979. Blues & Soul gave it a positive review, “If you like Parliament/Funkadelic, then it’s easy – you’ll lap this up.”

The album has not been reissued on vinyl since 1976 and Ace are delighted to put it out again. It comes with an inner sleeve with notes written by Ace’s Ian Shirley.

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2LP -STAX
2024

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
2024

BIS => 2025 04 25
7 INCH (33⅓ RPM) - BGP
2024

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP / FLYING DUTCHMAN
1973 => 2024

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1977 => 2024

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
2024

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1974 => 2023

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
2000

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1975 => 2023

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1973 => 1989

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - WESTBOUND
1975 => 2023

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - BGP / FLYING DUTCHMAN
2023

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1972 => 2022

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1974 => 2010

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
2001

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1975 => 2018

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1971 => 1993

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - STAX
2002

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - BGP
2000

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - BGP
2002

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1972 => 2014

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - BGP
2001

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - BGP
2007

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1978 => 2002

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1972 => 1996

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1971 => 1992

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - BGP
2000

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - WESTBOUND
1972 => 2020

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - STAX
1973 => 2017

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP
1974 => 2017

BIS => 2025 04 04
1LP - TRANSISTOR SOUND
2015

PRE ORDER => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL UMG
1977 => 2025

GATEFOLD

TRACKLIST
A1 Mandamentos Black
A2 Just For You
A3 Andando Nos Trilhos
A4 Esse E O Nosso Black Brother
A5 Swing Do Rei
B1 Hereditariedade
B2 Foi Um Sonho Só
B3 Uma Chance
B4 God Save The King
B5 Blows

DESCRIPTION
Gerson King Combo's 1977 album is a masterpiece of Brazilian soul, emerged within the Black Rio movement, which was recorded with União Black as the backing band.
It features the kind of full-on funky sound you'd only expect to hear from a rare few American groups of the time. Its ten songs mix political statements, which primarily address issues of racial pride, and dancefloor-oriented music. The album has achieved cult status over the years, becoming one of the most sought-after Brazilian funk records of all times.
Remastered from the original tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl. This release is part of a new reissue series that will include many other outstanding Brazilian classics.
El álbum de 1977 de Gerson King Combo es una obra maestra de soul brasileño, surgido dentro del movimiento Black Rio, que fue grabado con União Black como banda de acompañamiento.
Su sonido es de un estilo totalmente funky del que solo se esperaría de ciertos artistas norteamericanos de la época. Diez temas que fusionan el discurso político y de orgullo racial con la música hecha para bailar.
El paso del tiempo lo ha convertido en uno de los discos de funk brasileño más buscados por coleccionistas.
Remasterizado de las cintas originales y prensado en vinilo de 180gr. Este lanzamiento forma parte de una nueva serie de reediciones que incluirá también muchos otros clásicos brasileños sobresalientes.

PRE ORDER => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL UMG
1976 => 2025

"Cuban Soul-18 Kilates" is Cassiano's third studio album, released in 1976, and stands as a milestone in Brazilian soul music. It combines Brazilian rhythms with classic American soul elements, creating a unique fusion.
Cassiano's smooth, soulful vocal style and the album’s larger-than-life arrangements, reminiscent of Tim Maia's sound, give it a rich, deep feel.
The standout track, ‘Onda,’ is a relaxing anthem evoking beach vibes that has become a DJ’s favorite in recent years and also made it into several compilations.
"Cuban Soul-18 Kilates" has earned cult status over the years, securing its place as one of the most coveted Brazilian records of all time. Remastered from the original tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl. This release is part of a new reissue series that will include many other outstanding Brazilian classics like Evinha “Cartão Postal” or Gerson King Combo.

TRACKLIST
Side A
1. HOJE É NATAL
2. COLEÇÃO
3. ANA
4. ONDA
Side B
1. CENTRAL DO BRASIL
2. SAIA DESSA FOSSA
3. DE BAR EM BAR
4. SALVE ESSA FLOR
5. A LUA E EU

DESCRIPTION
"Cuban Soul-18 Kilates" is Cassiano's third studio album, released in 1976, and stands as a milestone in Brazilian soul music. Influenced by artists like Otis Redding, Eddie Kendricks, Stevie Wonder, and others, it combines Brazilian rhythms with classic American soul elements, creating a unique fusion.
The album features 9 tracks, with ‘A Lua e Eu’ becoming a major commercial hit and the theme song for the soap opera “O Grito”. Cassiano's smooth, soulful vocal style and the album’s larger-than-life arrangements, reminiscent of Tim Maia's sound, give it a rich, deep feel. The standout track, ‘Onda,’ is a relaxing anthem evoking beach vibes, with its captivating bassline, subtle percussion, and natural sounds of the sea, making it perfect for moments of relaxation. This song, along with the album’s other tracks, showcases Cassiano's mastery of Brazilian soul, making “Cuban Soul-18 Kilates” a definitive and cherished record in the genre.
This album has earned cult status over the years, securing its place as one of the most coveted Brazilian records of all time. Once incredibly rare and expensive, it's now at the top of every serious collector's wishlist. After not being available outside of Brazil for years, it’s finally been reissued – don’t miss your chance to own this legendary piece of music history.

PRE ORDER => 2025 04 04
7 INCH - UBIQUITY RECORDS
2024

- First release since 7 inch singles with Lovemonk label in 2022.
- Recently signed with Griot agency for EU touring in 2025.
- Limited 7 inch pressing.

TRACKLIST
La Cuota
Darling

DESCRIPTION
La Cuota b/w Darling is the lead-off single for El Combo Batanga's second full-length album and debut with Ubiquity Records. La Cuota on the A-side kicks the doors down with its undeniable energy and harkens back to the funkier moments in Fania's catalog with Ray Barretto. Darling on the B-side is an intense slow burn, a captivating Latin sweet soul ballad bursting with emotion and longing. El Combo Batanga is a musical explosion at the intersection of Afro-Cuban rhythms and Latin funk. A group of powerful musicians who blend son, timba, Latin soul, and boogaloo for people to enjoy.

PRE ORDER => 2025 04 18
7 INCH - CONTINUED SOUND
2025

- Very rare, highly sought-after 7" single, remastered for the first time. 
- Recorded in NYC with veteran producer Bob Morgan (known for his work with Bobby Vinton and Marcos Valle) shortly before Kip signed with Willie Mitchell's Hi Records in Memphis. 
- The songs are available to stream as part of a longer collection titled "Kip Carmen: That's Enough For Me (Singles and Unreleased Recordings.)"
- This 7" is pressed on standard Black Vinyl, housed in a Full Color Jacket with Full Color Insert.

TRACKLIST 
That's Enough For Me
Loving In The Morning

DESCRIPTION
Continued Sound’s third release is a 7” reissue of the ultra-rare Queen Bee recordings by Kip Carmen and The New Frontier. Kip Carmen is a singer, songwriter, and performer known for his distinctive blend of soul, country, and rhythm & blues. Emerging in the 1970s, Carmen carved out a niche with his smooth yet expressive vocals, fusing the emotional depth of country storytelling with the groove and warmth of classic soul. His music, often accompanied by his band The New Frontier, reflects an era where genres overlapped freely, creating a sound both timeless and uniquely his own. Though not a mainstream household name, Kip Carmen developed a dedicated following, particularly among fans of northern soul and roots-driven music. His recordings showcase a keen sense of melody, heartfelt lyricism, and rich instrumentation. “Loving in the Morning” and “That’s Enough for Me” highlight his ability to craft emotionally resonant tracks that speak to love, life’s simple pleasures, and heartfelt reflection. Beyond his studio recordings, Carmen’s career was defined by his dynamic live performances. Whether fronting a full band or delivering an intimate set, he brought an undeniable passion to the stage, captivating audiences with his smooth delivery and authentic presence. His ability to bridge musical styles allowed him to appeal to a diverse audience, from soul enthusiasts to country traditionalists. This single serves as a snapshot. A definitive moment in the eclectic career of a journeyman songwriter. It’s our pleasure to share this moment with you.

BIS => 2025 04 18
1CD - FUNK ON SIGHT
2024

BIS => 2024 11 08
2LP - SOUL JAZZ RECORDS
2024

BIS => 2024 11 08
2LP - SOUL JAZZ RECORDS
2003 => 2023

BIS => 2024 11 08
2LP - SOUL JAZZ RECORDS
2023

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - FUNK ON SIGHT
2019

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - MUSIC DE WOLFE
1975 => 2022

BIS => 2025 04 18
7 INCH - UBIQUITY
2020

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - LUV N HAIGHT
2018

BIS => 2025 04 18
7 INCH - VAMPISOUL
2024

BIS => 2025 04 18
7 INCH - VAMPISOUL
2024

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL
1972 => 2024

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL
1975 => 2022

BIS => 2025 04 18
7 INCH - VAMPISOUL
1976 => 2022

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL
1976 => 2022

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL
1976 => 2021

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL
2021

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - VAMPISOUL
2016

PRE ORDER => 2025 04 12
RSD 2025
1LP - CULTURE FACTORY
1982 => 2025

Limited RED Vinyl
1 000 COPIES

TRACKLIST
SIDE A
1. Fast Lane
2. Washington, DC
3. No Exit
4. Blue Collar
SIDE B
1. Explanations
2. Ready Or Not
3. Black History/The World

DESCRIPTION
Moving Target (1982) marks a turning point for Gil Scott-Heron, mixing funky grooves and militant commitment. With tracks like Johannesburg and Black History/The World, he combines political awareness with hypnotic sounds, carried by Malcolm Cecil's careful production. A subtle and punchy album.

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - BGP / FLYING DUTCHMAN
1975 => 2025

TRACKLIST
SIDE ONE
1. EXPANSIONS
2. DESERT NIGHTS 3. SUMMER DAYS
SIDE TWO
1. VOODOO WOMAN 2. PEACE
3. SHADOWS
4. MY LOVE

DESCRIPTION
“Look at it! There’s a guy in a Muslim skull cap and glasses, singing about space and love – wicked! Blows your mind!” Norman Jay
Lonnie Liston Smith's "Expansions" is one of the most influential records ever to have been released with its sound ricocheting through many different music scenes. It is one of dance music's fundamental building blocks, and an anthem to UK clubland.
Now for its 50th Anniversary we are celebrating that influence by an ultra-high quality deluxe vinyl edition of the album. Using the original album master tape we decamped to Frank Merritt's East London studio, the Carvery, for an all Analogue cut of the album - it has never sounded better!
We have housed this in a tip-on a laminated gatefold sleeve, which has allows Jack Martin's original painting of Lonnie to shine as never before. We have also a fully illustrated sleeve note by Frank Tope, telling the story of how the record took its journey through the universe from its spiritual jazz route to become a clubland anthem. This story is told with help from Gilles Peterson, Norman Jay and more.
The album as a whole is essential, going beyond the dance-ability of the title track, through its seven tracks to be one of the great jazz albums of the 70s. Produced by Lonnie and Bob Thiele (producer of Gil Scott-Heron's “Pieces Of A Man” and John Coltrane's “A Love Supreme”) it should be in every record collection.
For its 50th Anniversary why not make it this edition…

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - ACE
2025

TRACKLIST
SIDE ONE
1. GOD MADE ME FUNKY - The Headhunters 2. SPANISH TWIST - The I. B. Special
3. BREAKAWAY - The Valentines
4. TOP OF THE STAIRS - Collins & Collins
5. DONT LET THE GREEN GRASS FOOL YOU - The Spinners 6. BLACK BALLOONS - Syl Johnson
SIDE TWO
1. SOULSHAKE - Peggy Scott & Jo Jo Benson
2. I CAN'T MAKE IT ANYMORE - Richie Havens
3. YOU GOT TO HAVE MONEY - The Exits
4. PULL MY STRING (TURN ME ON) - The Joneses 5. RUN FOR COVER - The Dells
6. ON EASY STREET - O.C. Smith
7. IT AIN'T NO BIG THING - The Radiants
SIDE THREE
1. SUMMERTIME - Billy Stewart
2. IN THE BOTTLE - Brother To Brother
3. HARD TIMES - Baby Huey
4. MAGGIE - Johnny Williams
5. WHEN - Joe Simon
6. POURING WATER ON A DROWNING MAN - James Carr 7. THAT'S ENOUGH - Roscoe Robinson
SIDE FOUR
1. BLACKROCK “YEAH, YEAH” - Blackrock
2. GOLDEN RING - American Gypsy
3. SEARCH FOR THE INNER SELF - Jon Lucien
4. LIFE WALKED OUT - The Mist
5. IN THE MEANTIME - Betty Davis
6. BEAUTIFUL FEELING (SINGLE MIX) - Darrell Banks

DESCRIPTION
Soul music has always been in Paul Weller’s blood from early Jam covers of Martha & the Vandellas 1963 classic ‘Heatwave’. Along with other forms of music, soul found its way into Paul’s record collection, nourishing his ears and informing his own songwriting.
We don’t need to recap a questing musical career from the Jam to the Style Council which then blossomed into one of the most productive and revered careers of any UK solo artist. Paul has written anthems, standards and a songbook that have always developed from his own feelings.
Whilst Paul has talked about his love of soul music he has, before now, simply been too busy to sit down and curate a collection of his favourite tracks and get it into the record racks.
Ace Records are honoured and delighted to finally release that Paul Weller curated collection which he has aptly titled, “That Sweet Sweet Music”.
This 2-LP set and CD open the curtains on 26 tracks that are some of Paul’s favourite soul records most of which nestle on vinyl in his own collection. He can still recall paying £70 for his copy of Jon Lucien’s 1971 ‘Search For The Inner Self’ 7” at a record shop in Leicester in the 90s. Some of these tracks are soul classics like James Carr’s 1966 ‘Pouring Water On A Drowning Man’ and Brother to Brother's brilliant take on Gil Scott Heron and Brian Jackson’s ‘In The Bottle’ from 1975. Others are deliciously obscure wonderous gems like the A-side of Blackrock’s sole 1971 single ‘Blackrock “Yeah, Yeah”’, ‘Life Walked Out’ from the same year by The Mist or Syl Johnson’s ‘Black Balloons’ taken from his 1970 album “Is It Because I’m Black?”.
There are plenty of big vocal hitters such as Darrell Banks, Spinners, Joe Simon, O.C. Smith, the Dells and Betty Davis. Whilst the core is vocal soul the music does branch out with Paul selecting a wicked instrumental from the flipside of the Isley Brothers’ ‘Twist & Shout’ from 1962 and the funky jazz of the Headhunters ‘God Made Me Funky’, the A-side of their first 1975 seven-inch.
Paul has not only written an introduction but the way he has curated the music allows each side of the vinyl and the CD to flow like a river taking the listener on a journey through some of his favourite music.
It’s a Sweet Sweet collection indeed.

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - DEWOLFE MUSIC
1976 => 2025

- Founded in 1909, de Wolfe Music’s legendary production music catalog has gained cult status among vinyl collectors and crate diggers worldwide.
- Featuring music from a roster of composers including Reg Tilsley, Roger Webb and duo Frank MacDonald & Chris Rae, it also includes performances from iconic musicians such as Jimmy Page and Herbie Flowers. 
- De Wolfe Music has provided the soundtrack to countless feature films including Monty Python and The Holy Grail, The Witchfinder General, Dawn Of The Dead, and more than twenty of the Shaw Brothers’ Kung Fu classics. 
- Major recording artists who’ve sampled the collection in recent years include Beyonce, Drake, Jay Z, Madlib, Danger Doom, Alchemist, Lily Allen, Gorillaz, Action Bronson, Jay Electronica, Cam’ron and Ja Rule, to name just a few. 

TRACKLIST 
Presentation
Transworld
Bite Hard
Shark Beat
Action
The Greatest
Big Double
Wild Double
Bombing Along
White Death
Flash Barrier
Dramatone
Dramatone (faster)
World At Your Feet
Evil Eye
Here Comes The Band
There Goes The Band
Skin Full
Drunk Scene
Short Out
Quick Out
Quick Pause
Penny Piece
Sleepy Head

DESCRIPTION
Unleashed in 1976, “Bite Hard” is a relentless funk juggernaut from the legendary composer, Johnny Hawksworth. Defined by its brash urgency and dramatic flair, this album is a powerhouse lineup of brass, driving drums, searing electric guitar riffs, and soulful piano grooves.Hawksworth's dynamic compositions transcend mere danceability, delivering a visceral sonic experience that commands attention. With blistering beats and soulful instrumentation, "Bite Hard" captures the essence of 1970s cinematic funk with a bold and unapologetic swagger, making it a soundtrack of unbridled musical intensity.

BIS => 2025 04 25
7 INCH - BGP
2025

TRACKLIST
Piscies Pace
The Deacons

DESCRIPTION
The latest selection of BGP 45s is the most diverse yet taking in the worlds of funk, soul, jazz and old school hip hop, as we continue in our mission to provide DJ weapons to the world…
Detroit producer Dave Hamilton is now renowned for his production on records by the likes of Little Ann and OC Tolbert, but he was originally a guitarist – an early member of the Motown house band – and continued to release records throughout his career.
‘The Deacons’ and ‘Pisces Pace’ came out on his TCB label in 1970 and this is a repro of the super-rare original release.

BIS => 2025 04 04
1LP - WESTBOUND
1980 => 2025

TRACKLIST
SIDE ONE
1. YOUR LOVE IS MY DESIRE
2. SHE SHINED A LIGHT
3. FEELIN’ HIGHER
4. THINK POSITIVELY
SIDE TWO
1. STUCK IN THE MUDD
2. JUST ME AND YOU
3. FUNK PERMIT
4. SUPERFUNK
5. WILL YOU LOVE ME TOMORROW

DESCRIPTION
Eramus Hall formed in the late 70s and, christened by Funkadelic’s George Clinton, signed to Westbound Records. They released their first single - ‘Do The Rock/Think Positively’ – in 1979 and - ‘She Shined A Light/Stuck In The Mudd’ – in 1980.

Their debut album was also released in 1980 and served up a sublime blend of soul shot through with elements of P-Funk. Only waxed in America, the album sold poorly, but over time it has been hailed as a classic with original copies sought after by collectors worldwide and now sell for hundreds of pounds. For the record, a second album “Gohead” followed in 1984 on Capitol.

Although Ace have reissued “Eramus Hall” in the past this edition has long sold out. Now, this new remastered edition replicates the original US 1980 pressing with yellow Westbound labels and the original lyric inner sheet.

Snap them up, as this one will fly. No ‘Funk Permit’required.

BIS => 2025 04 18
1LP - FUNK ON SIGHT
2024

BIS => 2025 04 04
1LP - 180G
2024

IN STOCK
7 INCH (33⅓ RPM) - BGP
2024

BIS => 2025 04 04
1LP - 180G
2021

BIS => 2025 04 04
1LP - 180G
2021

BIS => 2025 04 04
1LP - 180G
2020

IN STOCK
1LP - NOW-AGAIN RECORDS
2025

TRACKLIST

A1. Del Jones - The Last Letter
A2. Herb Johnson - Where Are You
A3. Will You Be There - Timothy McNealy
A4. Little Beaver - Do Right man
A5. Soul Superiors - Trust In Me Baby
A6. Outback - Strangers In Our Homeland
A7. The Montecarlos - If You Leave

A8. Words Of Wisdom - You Made Me Everything
B1. Soul Charges - My Heart Beats For You
B2. The Power Of Attorney - I'm Just Your Clown
B3. James Reese - Throwing Stones (Kenny Dope Mix)
B4. Richard Marks - I'm With You Love
B5. Bonnie Floyd - You're My Everything
B6. The Ledgends - A Fool For You
B7. Apple & The Three Oranges - Moonlight


DESCRIPTION
This anthology follows Now-Again's Loving On The Flipside, issued more than a decade ago. And that anthology itself got its start in a different time, a decade even earlier - the era in which Now-Again's Egon and his friends chased down funk 45s and the odd LP for their testosterone riddled, aggressive sound. Often times the funk song on one of their chosen is would be the throw-away b-side, the hasty afterthought the band cobbled together the night before hitting - or while in - the studio because they'd put all of their energies into writing the amazing ballad that would ensure their entry in soul's history books.
Every once in a while, that funk song they coveted could have been - in an alternate universe - a ballad. The Third Guitar's "Baby Don't Cry," El Pooks* "I Could Do The Impossible" and Spider Harrison's "Beautiful Day" all fit into this category. That realization notwithstanding, more often than not they shined over the ballads to get to the tough stuff.
Then they started flipping those funk records over to find some loving on the flip side. Some marvellous tunes were there to be found.
This is the long awaited follow up. Contained within this anthology are some of the greatest soul ballads that go sweet with a beat - or, to follow our tagline, epitomize "sweet funk." Most of these songs have never been compiled. Some have never been issued in any form. Some, like the Ledgends entry here, were sampled to great success (in that case for Freddie Gibbs and Madlib's "Deeper"). Some haven't been sampled, but, like Herb Johnson's entry, are patiently awaiting their day.
It should go without saying that we're proud to present this music in good conscience; with the full participation of everyone but the most obscure names contained within. And, for those who we've not yet been able to contact, this is our message: We've found your brethren, we've placed them beside you on an album that we hope you feel is befitting of your collective contri- butions to soul music and now we're just waiting for you. Though the music you recorded is from the years past, vour time is now.

BIS => 2025 01 31
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1972 => 2024

IN STOCK
GATEFOLD SLEEVE WITH EXTENSIVE SLEEVE NOTES
2LP - SOUL JAZZ RECORDS
2024

BIS => 2025 04 04
1LP - BGP / FLYING DUTCHMAN
1971 => 2024

BIS => 2 / 3 WEEKS
7 INCH - UBIQUITY RECORDS
2023

BIS => 2 / 3 WEEKS
1LP - BGP / FLYING DUTCHMAN
1973 => 2023

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1972 => 1989

BIS => 2025 04 04
2LP - 180G x HMV RECORD SHOP
2023

BIS => 2025 01 31
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1975 => 1991

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - SOUTHBOUND
1975 => 2022

BIS => 2 / 3 WEEKS
2LP - FLYING DUTCHMAN
1971 => 2022

BIS => 2024 05 31
1LP - WESTBOUND
2008

BIS => 2 / 3 WEEKS
2LP - WESTBOUND
1971 => 2023

BIS => 2025 04 18
7 INCH - UBIQUITY RECORDS
2022

BIS => 2025 04 25
7 INCH - BGP
2022

BIS => 2025 04 25
2LP - BGP
2008

BIS => 2025 04 25
1LP - WESTBOUND
1976

BIS => 2025 01 31
2LP - BGP
2001