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WEEK STARTING 18 Jul

Genre pick of the week Cover of Undercover Lovers Vol. 6 by Psychemagik.

Psychemagik

Undercover Lovers Vol. 6

Undercover Lovers

Next up on Undercover Lovers we have a really fun and oddball French Zouk version of 'Another Day In Paradise' and a super funky, slow disco / street soul version of 'Do It Till You're Satisfied'

These Psychemagik tweaks have been causing nothing short of a riot every time they drop - don't dilly dally if you want in on the action! 


STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Sixth instalment of the now buy-on-sight series of covers and special disco versions from the most illicit snipers in the west - Psychemagik! Lock up your vinyl, nothing is sacred!!

TRACK LISTING

A. Another Day In Paradise
B. Do It 'til You're Satisfied

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Cover of Speaking In Silence EP by 4:32AM.

4:32AM

Speaking In Silence EP

Dream Flight

Dream Flight Records is back for another take off and journey into deep and tech minimal. Both of these sounds are late-night live jams recorded at Crystal Palace Studios, formerly home to Palace Vinyl, now a welcome part of the Brixton landscape and the evidenly aptly named 4:32AM have previously recorded on their label (Palace Trax) as well as the OOZ label. The A-side, 'Italia,' is a tight, bouncy tribute to classic Italo house brimming with energy and emotional warmth and on the flip is a deeper, more hypnotic groove elevated by a spontaneous vocal performance from rising star Lee Banton. 'Speaking In Silence' is subtle, smeared with synth colour and slow burning, an after-party classic in the making.

TRACK LISTING

Italia
Speaking In Silence (feat Lee Banton)

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Cover of #1 by BAR:LOW.

BAR:LOW

#1

BAR:LOW

Blended incantations for dancefloor situations, BAR:LOW kicks off his tenure with three very different but equally exciting cuts. "Nupert Sature" opens proceedings with a tribute to everyone's favourite Giorgio Moroder track - "Super Nature". Adding extra sfx swirls, tougher construction and hypnotic edits; it's a nice update on this bonafide disco dancefloor staple.

"Nine Inch Chugger" satiates the penchant for all things chuggy and new beat related - mixing a lost Nine Inch Nail track into a throbbing, coital chug-a-thon. Twangy electrics, searing strings, Trent's yearning, ghostly vox, and a highly kinetic rhythm section make this an absolute no brainer for dancefloor seeking that in-vogue sound. 

Finally, "Balearic Bruce" takes every dad's favourite guilty pleasure down to the beach for a spot of hammock time. Or conversely, a secluded love in tucked away in a private cove somewhere hidden along the coast. Either way, its sensual moods, languid approach and delicate construction should have bra straps and trouser buttons removed in record quick time.

Incredibly limited copies - buy now or cry later! 

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Trust us when we say - this is gonna blow up!! That NIN cut is nothing short of epic - and with everyone including yer nan lapping up the new beat / EBM vibes at the moment, it's perfectly timed to cause a stampede. Get one step ahead of the rest and get this bagged NOW!

TRACK LISTING

A. Nuper Sature
B1. Nine Inch Chugger
B1. Balearic Bruce

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Cover of Pete Blaker Edits by Pete Blaker.

Pete Blaker

Pete Blaker Edits

Razor-N-Tape

Dutch edit maestro Pete Blaker debuts on RNT with a pair of extended play summertime heaters!

LOVE AND DEVOTION has been a staple in Harvey’s sets this year, and for good reason; it’s quite simply a disco banger of legendary proportions that reaches peak after peak in the course of its nearly 16 glorious minutes.

On the flip DISOC takes us on a deep and mystical journey, with pulsing bass, shimmery synth and guitar work, swirling strings building to a climactic vocal hook. This 12” is a callback to the early double A-side days of RNT, with a pair of tracks that are worth their 180g weight in dancefloor bliss!

TRACK LISTING

A1. Love And Devotion
B1. Disoc

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Cover of Gold Connection - 2025 Reissue by Harold Butler.

Harold Butler

Gold Connection - 2025 Reissue

Music On Vinyl

    Few Jamaican music makers have demonstrated greater versatility or proficiency than Lloyd Charmers, who first made his name on the Jamaican music scene as a youthful singer-songwriter in the early 60s. His output as both a performer and producer included multiple major reggae hits. After his international break through, he produced work for keyboard maestro Harold Butler. Butler’s widely sought-after ‘Gold Connection’ album, an instrumental collection from 1976 features nine superior reggae and soul instrumentals, including popular versions of ‘That’s The Way I Like It’ and the title track. This album is an essential acquisition for both completists and all those who prefer their reggae with a little bit of soul.

    TRACK LISTING

    1. Darling I Like It
    2. I Love Music
    3. Latin Hustle Reggae
    4. Do It Anyday
    5. Gold Connection (Disco Version)
    6. Thats The Way I Like
    7. Love’s Theme
    8.Ire Rocker
    9. Fly Robin Reggae

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    Cover of Jamajama by Byron The Aquarius.

    Byron The Aquarius

    Jamajama

    Star Creature

    Byron The Aquarius continues to flirt with the Star Creatures with another 7" power play. Here the A side hits that squelchy-synth bouncy-stank-face that's heavy in the bass but light on the feet. The B side collabs with Steven Klavier on vocals which one may recognize from his disco-forward collabs ranging from Kenny Dope, Eli Escobar & more. Here they team up for a a deep house, nuboogie banger with chakra aligning frequencies and uplifting energy throughout.

    TRACK LISTING

    A. Jamajama
    B. Higher

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    Cover of Fall In The Groove / Be Your Lover by Giovanni Damico.

    Giovanni Damico

    Fall In The Groove / Be Your Lover

    Star Creature

    A supremo Italo-boogie doubler banger from Giovanni Damico here on Star Creature. Two faves taken from the long out of print "Fall In Your Groove" album. A mid-tempo psychedelic boogie jam on the A-side with "Be Your Lover", and an Afro-Italo lip-smacker on the B-side, full of those classic drum boxes and massive Zanzibar energy. Comes in a replica 7" jacket.

    TRACK LISTING

    A. Fall In The Groove
    B. Be Your Lover

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    Cover of Sinner Love EP by Delfonic.

    Delfonic

    Sinner Love EP

    Blur

    Berlin's vinyl connoisseur Delfonic returns with a fresh disco EP that channels his deep digging sensibilities into four floor-focused cuts, each dripping with character and soul. Love Challenge kicks things off with uplifting strings and a strutting rhythm section, while Lover Man leans into sultry territory with smoky vocals and deep, late-night vibes. On the flip, Doin' It delivers a funk-soaked workout full of punchy horns and tight percussion, before Wear Out wraps things up with raw energy, filtered bass, and a relentless groove. A no-filler vinyl from one of Germany's finest selectors crafted for serious dancefloor heat.

    STAFF COMMENTS

    Matt says: Loopy, high energy disco-house that has Saturday night coursing through its glitter flecked skin.

    TRACK LISTING

    Love Challenge
    Lover Man
    Doin' It
    Wear Out

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    Cover of Return Of The Mac by Infamous Classics.

    Infamous Classics

    Return Of The Mac

    Infamous Classics

    Creamy r&b, hip-hop and soul jams will always get any party going and when they are as classic as this one that is never more true. It's a harking back to the golden age of the mid-70s with singable vocals, crunchy mid-tempo beats and warming chords that all ooze good time vibes reminiscent of classic Roy Ayers. As well as this sure-fire crowd pleaser on the A-side from Infamous Classics, you get a more pared-back instrumental on the flip for a more subtle nostalgic trip. Once this makes its way into your bag, it's never going to leave because it's one of those tunes that you will always be able to reach for in an emergency.

    TRACK LISTING

    A1. Return Of The Mac (Classic Soul Original)
    B1. Return Of The Mac (Jazzy Instrumental Version 45 Edit)

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    Cover of Thriller / We Shine So Bright by Julian Sanza / Lafrench Toast.

    Julian Sanza / Lafrench Toast

    Thriller / We Shine So Bright

    We Shine In The Darkness

    Colombia-based duo and Bogota scene-players Julian Sanza (who you may know as part of 2020 Soundsystem) and Lafrench Toast have decided to add their own spin to a stone cold classic pop tune. With this one they manage to flip the iconic 'Thriller' into a nu-disco world. The drums are funky, the synths are explosive and full of cosmic colour and plenty of the original motifs remain to ensure that crowds will appreciate the work done. 'We Shine So Bright' on the flip is another sunny sound with nice breezy pads and mid tempo drum funk. Two useful and playful cuts.

    STAFF COMMENTS

    Mine says: Julian Sanza (of 2020 Soundsystem fame) joins forces with Lafrench Toast to bring you a double header of DJ weaponry, the dark and chuggy Thriller (whose source material needs no introduction) and the breezy house-influenced pop tune "We Shine So Bright", a pair which should have both your pool parties and club nights covered.

    TRACK LISTING

    Thriller
    We Shine So Bright

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    Cover of Pancake by Krystal Klear.

    Krystal Klear

    Pancake

    Running Back

    Krystal Klear returns to Running Back with another batch of purpose-built dancefloor tracks. Written during a particularly charged stretch of inspiration, these tracks aim to soundtrack every hour of the night: from the hopeful haze of doors open to the bitter-sweet buzz of lights on.

    Crafted as quiet tributes to nights out and DJ booths in Germany, Scotland and London - places where sweat meets sub, and the USB never quite ejects.
    The formula? Unchanged and undefeated: heavy drums, melodic inflections, more ARPs than strictly necessary, and something emo stirred in for good measure. Dance music for dancers. He's still on top of his game... 

    STAFF COMMENTS

    Matt says: Bumper pack of heat from Running Back mainstay Krystal Klear. There's no filler amongst all six tracks - just neon-tinged, peak time fist pumpers. Some are straight up house euphoria, others have an electro-disco edge; all of them should cause wide smiles and group hugs throughout.

    TRACK LISTING

    A1. Pancake 06:05
    A2. Hammaroid 05:49
    A3. Detol Samba 04:59

    B1. Offenbach 06:04
    B2. Deathlagg 05:35
    B3. Celtic Samba 05:31

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    Cover of Giorgio Lopez Presents Sud Des Îles by Giorgio Lopez.

    Giorgio Lopez

    Giorgio Lopez Presents Sud Des Îles

    Cosmic Romance

    Neapolitan composer, producer, and keyboardist Giorgio Lopez sets sail on Berlin-based label Cosmic Romance with his “Sud des Îles”. Navigating between 80s-inspired grooves, French boogie, and sun-kissed atmospheres, the record unfolds like a musical travelogue, following fictional skipper Georges Taty and his crew of musicians aboard the sailboat “Sud des Îles”, caught between racing waves, late-night jams, and dockside dreams.

    From the whirling groove of "Voyager Sans Bouger" to the breezy atmosphere of "Toujours Distante", the eight tracks on Sud des Îles invite listeners to drift away in rhythm and reverie through a songwriting that is both infectious and evocative. Stories of escapes (real or imagined), romantic illusions, and nostalgia-tinted euphoria weave together, propelled by Giorgio Lopez’s arrangements and distinctive keyboard work, as well as by the well-crafted production, carried out together with Executive Producer and label owner Ed Longo.

    Featuring lead vocals by Stella, Master Phil, Amanda Roldan, and Bernardino Femminielli, together with the “équipage de Sud des Îles” itself - a tight-knit ensemble of acclaimed musicians from Berlin and Naples – “Sud des Îles” is an invitation to ride the waves to a neon-lit night on a faraway island: no passport required.

    STAFF COMMENTS

    Matt says: More Neapolitan genius to soundtrack your summer movements. Lopez drinks from the same cup as Nu Genea, Mystic Jungle and Danger Boys; "Sud Des Îles" is a perfectly composed, rose-tinted sonic polaroid of sounds that'll have you recalling the various scents, flavours and moods of holidays gone by.

    TRACK LISTING

    A1.D.I.S.C.O. Griot
    A2.Oublier Ce Soir
    A3.Toujours Distante (feat. Stella)
    A4.Vendredi 13 (feat. Amanda Roldan)

    B1.Fleur De Cannelle (feat. Bernardino Femminielli)
    B2.Voyager Sans Bouger
    B3.Au Pianobar De Suzie (feat. Master Phil)
    B4.La Voix De La Siréne

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    Cover of Illegal Disco Limited 001 by Monsieur Van Pratt / Disco 86.

    Monsieur Van Pratt / Disco 86

    Illegal Disco Limited 001

    Illegal Disco

    A-grade disco don Monsieur Van Pratt shares duties on his latest missive with so-called "cosmic funk slinger" Disco 86 as both artists take one side each. MVP is first up with 'Lovers' with its saucy male vocals and funky basslines littered with Chic-style hooks. 'All I Do' layers in plenty of filtered synths and noodling bass hooks to a classic vocal and then it's over to the B-side. 'Shoot Me Baby' is a low-slung and sleazy sound with smooth and sexy vocals and meandering bass. 'Disco Galaxy' is a more upbeat sound with funky brass, leggy drums and a lavish arrangement that is full of action. Another unmissable platter in this new limited Illegal Disco series.

    STAFF COMMENTS

    Paul says: My go-to serious for crowd-pleasing beach-side classics continues to have me throwing my sandles at the crowd and ordering a round of mojitos. Oi oiii!

    TRACK LISTING

    Side 1
    1. Monsieur Van Pratt - "Lovers"
    2. Monsieur Van Pratt - "All I Do"

    Side 2
    1. Disco 86 - "Shoot Me Baby"
    2. Disco 86 - "Disco Galaxy"

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    Cover of AP EDITS Vol.1 by Alex Preston.

    Alex Preston

    AP EDITS Vol.1

    AP Edits

    Alex Preston launches his AP Edits series exclusively on vinyl with Prime Direct Distribution. AP Edits Vol.1 features 2 of Alex’s favourite high energy edits that have been supported by Claptone and Mark Knight.

    TRACK LISTING

    A1. You Are The One
    B1. Days Go By

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    Cover of SIRS Maxi Maximal Cuts by SIRS.

    SIRS

    SIRS Maxi Maximal Cuts

    Sirsounds Records

    New Series from SIRS Maxi Maximal Cuts will focus on reworking timeless classics for maximum pleasure.

    Time Of My Life - sounds like a lost or unreleased Dub version from the original, the main arrangement has been changed to focus on the bass and strings to give it a Balearic feel, building to the payoff. Let us Dance – pure 80’s Euro pop vibes which has been remixed and arranged with today’s dancefloors in mind.

    On the B side with have an epic rework of ‘State Of Independence’ with added keys and beats, changing the melody and vibe for a more 90’s House feel.

    A great way to kick off the Maxi Maximal Series. 

    TRACK LISTING

    A1. Time Of My Life
    A2. Let Us Dance Just A Little Bit More
    B1. State Of Independence

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    Cover of Too Slow To Disco NEO: The Sunset Manifesto Volume 2 by Various Artists.

    Various Artists

    Too Slow To Disco NEO: The Sunset Manifesto Volume 2

    How Do You Are? / Too Slow To Disco

      Too Slow To Disco are back with another chapter in their ongoing series of unearthing smooth vibes from all over the world, this time they go back to the FUTURE for you with: 'THE SUNSET MANIFESTO Volume 2'.

      After a five year break mainly concentrating on the late 70s/early 80s Westcoast Soul/Yacht/AOR sound, they finally dive deep into the modern world of their beloved sister-label Too Slow To Disco NEO (for the third time after 2018s TSTD NEO - 'En France' and 2020s 'The Sunset Manifesto' excursions).

      But of course it wasn't a real 5 year break since the first Sunset Manifesto compilation, as in the meantime they also released a few digital TSTD Neo singles, and - more importantly - their "Too Slow To Disco NEO - FM" playlist on spotify (handcurated by Dj Supermarkt every week and now hosting more than 1500 tracks of mellow, modern sunshine vibes) was growing steadily and becoming a new, important fixpoint in the TSTD musical universe.

      TSTD NEO is the outlet Dj Supermarkt is using to unearth modern laidback, smooth, sunny slow disco vibes with a soulful Westcoast/Balearic touch. For him TSTD always has been about a laidback vibe/feeling, not a certain time period in musical history. And that sunny Westcoast vibe that they dug out on those traditional TSTD compilations has become a huge influence to so many modern artists. So it makes sense that they present the cream of new slo/mo Nu- Disco/Sunset Disco/Daytime Disco acts in the TSTD format, a luxurious compilation, with artists from all across the globe: Not only from the two homelands of that modern slow disco sound, Los Angeles/California and France, but also from Beijing, Montreal, Mexico, London, New York, Stockholm, Rotterdam… the moon, you name it! This music is more a state of mind, a feeling, then a geographical thing. 


      TRACK LISTING

      1. Lovetempo - Same Ole Love (365 Days A Year) (Extended Summer Breeze Mix)
      2. Nicholas Cangiano - Falling Behind
      3. Poolside - Ventura Highway Blues (Monsieur Van Pratt Dub)
      4. Prep & Eddie Chacon - Call It (Turbotito Remix)
      5. Moi Je - Découvre
      6. Turbotito - Time Starts Moving Slow
      7. Young Gun Silver Fox - Curious
      8. B.U.M.P. - Give A Little Love A Lot
      9. Woolfy Vs Projections - Seeds
      10. 1-900 - Breakin' 84
      11. Goodvibes Sound - Stay For One More Night (Matt Hughes Remix)
      12. Moods & Nic Hanson - Music Never Looked So Good Good
      13. BowAsWell - Over When The Night Is Gone
      14. Joel Sarakula - Hands Of Love (Phil Martin Remix)
      15. Kimchii - Do You Ever

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