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Feel It For Yourself

Introducing ATA's latest Disco sensation: "United Disco Organisation's 'Feel It For Yourself'". Following the success of "Send The Rain/Funky Thing," this release features Kweku Sackey and his phenomenal backing singers, delivering a sun-soaked 70s afrobeat hit perfect for those endless Summer nights!

Crafted during a creative session for an upcoming United Disco Organisation project, bassist Neil Innes conceived a captivating Afro-Disco concept. Picture a rhythmic journey, laden with percussion, reminiscent of Manu Dibango with a dash of Tony Allen's flair. With the UDO lineup of Neil on bass, Chris Dawkins on guitar, Joost Hendrickx on drums, and Danny Templeman on percussion, the foundation was set.

Adding a distinctive touch, ATA regular Richard Ormrod contributed a mesmerizing alto sax solo, steering the track towards instrumental brilliance. However, it didn't quite align with the album's theme, so it took a brief hiatus.

Enter Kweku Sackey (K.O.G.), who, during a studio visit for another project, was intrigued by Neil's Afro-Disco creation. Neil mentioned that loads of the old tracks have hooks that seemed to feature useful nuggets of great personal advice, Kweku said, "You mean something like don't let anybody tell you - feel it for yourself". Inspired by the track's vibe, Kweku injected his signature style, along with his backing vocalists, infusing the piece with an Ebo Taylor Love and Death essence. The result? A fusion of infectious rhythms and profound lyrical wisdom is encapsulated in the phrase "feel it for yourself."

To cater to diverse tastes, we offer a shorter vocal version for those seeking immediate gratification, and a DJ Smoove (Smoove and Turell) dance floor rework for extended groove sessions. Whether you're vibing to the extended afrobeat hit, the classic vocal rendition, or the electrifying dance floor remix, this 12" release has something for everyone.

TRACK LISTING

1. Feel It For Yourself
2. Feel It For Yourself (Vocal Edit)
3. Feel It For Yourself (Smoove Rework)

Various Artists

Early Works, Vol. 2: Music From The Archives

    ATA Records is pleased to announce the release of Early Works Vol.2: Music From The Archives, a compilation of tracks recorded in the fledgling days of the label paired with some rediscovered treasures from more recent years. While the majority of the album is previously unreleased material several tracks have appeared on different formats.

    This is a rare chance for listeners to experience the birth of the ATA's enduring concept and recording techniques from the comfort of their own home.

    In 2020 label founder and musician Neil Innes decided to destroy the studio he had spent 14-years building, destroy it and rebuild it from the ground up.

    Once the studio began to take shape again and Innes was finally able to take a breath he began rooting through the label's archives, pulling out reels that had been propping up tables, holding open doors and generally lurking in nooks and crannies for years.

    His trip down memory uncovered a wealth of dusty musical treasures and also got him thinking about tracks from newer artists, nuggets to compliment the archive gold.

    Along with the first airings of tracks by The Harmony Society, The Disarrays this 11track comp includes appearances by studio favourites: The Magnificent Tape Band, The Sorcerers, The Mandatory Eight, Ivan Von Engleberger's Asteroid and long time collaborator Chris Dawkins (recording under Earl Dawkins).Also on the comp is Joe Tatton's Bang Bang Boogaloo, previously only released on 7 inch and greatly desired by record diggers everywhere.

    TRACK LISTING

    1. The Harmony Society - Bus Stop Boogie
    2. The Joe Tatton Trio - Bang Bang Boogaloo
    3. Ivan Von Engelberger's Asteroid - Lunartics
    4. The Lewis Express - Secret Universe (feat. Earl Dawkins)
    5. The Magnificent Tape Band - Heading Towards Catastrophe (Instrumental)
    6. The Disarrays - Help Me
    7. The Mandatory Eight - The Hardest Day
    8. The Sorcerers - In Pursuit Of Shai Hulud
    9. The Magnificent Tape Band - When I Saw You (Instrumental)
    10. The Disarrays - Anaesthise Me


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