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Funk and Beyond Podcast. Issue 76. FUNK 45S SPECIAL

LENG SHOP - https://lengrecords.bandcamp.com/album/fifteen-years-of-leng-records

When Leng Records founders Paul ‘Mudd’ Murphy and Simon Purnell marked the imprint’s 10th birthday, they did so via a celebratory compilation that mixed classic catalogue cuts, remixes and exclusives. Five years on, and with the label’s 15th birthday upon us, they’ve decided to look to the future via a compilation made up entirely of fresh productions from Leng’s roster of current and new artists.

Presented on limited-edition gatefold double vinyl with a bonus 10” single, the collection offers an updated showcase of Leng’s much-loved trademark sound, a distinctive fusion of mid-tempo sleazy-disco, Balearica and chugging house interspersed with elements of electronic psychedelia and synth-powered space disco.

Fittingly for a compilation that wholeheartedly looks to the future, you’ll find first contributions from a handful of label newcomers. Fast-rising duo Flying Mojito Bros give their spin on ‘Smoke Signals’ by label debutants Joe Harvey-Whyte and Bobby Lee, turning in a heady and inspired revision that sits somewhere between dusk-ready cosmic disco and flash-fried desert blues. There’s also an appearance from Swedish producer Bo Wosticz with the dreamy and ultra-deep nu-jazz of ‘Bs As’.

Naturally, you’ll also find plenty of heat from those who have already proved their mettle through prior releases on Leng. Danish duo Liminal, who made their debut earlier this year with the much-played ‘Keep Coming Back To Me’, open proceedings with the tactile, slow-disco flex of ‘Tzatziki Bay’ where sweet synth melodies and a heady electric piano riff ride a warming groove.

Roberto Intrallazzi and Dario Piana from Italy’s original Afro-cosmic movement return with ‘Plutos’, a typically deep dubbed-out cosmic chugger. Then there’s Rose Robinson AKA Tigerbalm, whose ‘Mexicana’ featuring singer Joi N’Juno is presented across the package in two different forms. Pete Herbert, who contributed to some of the earliest Leng releases, drops a driving dub disco take on the main compilation, while Robinson’s original mix – a more organic, percussive and horn-heavy affair blessed with plenty of hallucinatory intent – opens the bonus 10”.

There’s a welcome return to Leng for the brilliant Payfone, whose ‘Dime Algo’ is a typically classy, analogue-rich affair in which attractive Rhodes riffs, atmospheric female vocals and pitched-down house pianos rise above shuffling drum machine beats and a slow-motion bassline. Long-serving label contributor Lex (Athens) delivers the loose-limbed nu-disco breeze of ‘Stolen Dance’, while the imprint’s San Francisco connection ¬– the ever-brilliant 40 Thieves collective – drop the dubbed-out Bay Area brilliance of ‘Such A Great Trip’.

Then there are the contributions of the label’s most storied artist, Andrew Meecham AKA Emperor Machine with ‘Eumig’, a deliciously slow, synth-rich chugger full of colourful chords, bubbly electronic melodies and jaunty electronic bass. Then, to round off the bonus 10” single, Meecham joins forces with Paul Murphy (as Mudd) on ‘Road To Nikko’, an extended, Japanese musical culture-influenced slab of pitched-down alien-funk packed to the rafters with squelchy synth sounds, effects-laden percussion, chiming melodies and rubbery bass guitar.

LENG SHOP

Joe Harvey-Whyte & Bobby Lee - Smoke Signals (Flying Mojito Bros Refrito)

PRE-ORDER - https://lengrecords.bandcamp.com/album/fifteen-years-of-leng-records

When Leng Records founders Paul ‘Mudd’ Murphy and Simon Purnell marked the imprint’s 10th birthday, they did so via a celebratory compilation that mixed classic catalogue cuts, remixes and exclusives. Five years on, and with the label’s 15th birthday upon us, they’ve decided to look to the future via a compilation made up entirely of fresh productions from Leng’s roster of current and new artists.

Presented on limited-edition gatefold double vinyl with a bonus 10” single, the collection offers an updated showcase of Leng’s much-loved trademark sound, a distinctive fusion of mid-tempo sleazy-disco, Balearica and chugging house interspersed with elements of electronic psychedelia and synth-powered space disco.

Fittingly for a compilation that wholeheartedly looks to the future, you’ll find first contributions from a handful of label newcomers. Fast-rising duo Flying Mojito Bros give their spin on ‘Smoke Signals’ by label debutants Joe Harvey-Whyte and Bobby Lee, turning in a heady and inspired revision that sits somewhere between dusk-ready cosmic disco and flash-fried desert blues. There’s also an appearance from Swedish producer Bo Wosticz with the dreamy and ultra-deep nu-jazz of ‘Bs As’.

Naturally, you’ll also find plenty of heat from those who have already proved their mettle through prior releases on Leng. Danish duo Liminal, who made their debut earlier this year with the much-played ‘Keep Coming Back To Me’, open proceedings with the tactile, slow-disco flex of ‘Tzatziki Bay’ where sweet synth melodies and a heady electric piano riff ride a warming groove.

Roberto Intrallazzi and Dario Piana from Italy’s original Afro-cosmic movement return with ‘Plutos’, a typically deep dubbed-out cosmic chugger. Then there’s Rose Robinson AKA Tigerbalm, whose ‘Mexicana’ featuring singer Joi N’Juno is presented across the package in two different forms. Pete Herbert, who contributed to some of the earliest Leng releases, drops a driving dub disco take on the main compilation, while Robinson’s original mix – a more organic, percussive and horn-heavy affair blessed with plenty of hallucinatory intent – opens the bonus 10”.

There’s a welcome return to Leng for the brilliant Payfone, whose ‘Dime Algo’ is a typically classy, analogue-rich affair in which attractive Rhodes riffs, atmospheric female vocals and pitched-down house pianos rise above shuffling drum machine beats and a slow-motion bassline. Long-serving label contributor Lex (Athens) delivers the loose-limbed nu-disco breeze of ‘Stolen Dance’, while the imprint’s San Francisco connection ¬– the ever-brilliant 40 Thieves collective – drop the dubbed-out Bay Area brilliance of ‘Such A Great Trip’.

Then there are the contributions of the label’s most storied artist, Andrew Meecham AKA Emperor Machine with ‘Eumig’, a deliciously slow, synth-rich chugger full of colourful chords, bubbly electronic melodies and jaunty electronic bass. Then, to round off the bonus 10” single, Meecham joins forces with Paul Murphy (as Mudd) on ‘Road To Nikko’, an extended, Japanese musical culture-influenced slab of pitched-down alien-funk packed to the rafters with squelchy synth sounds, effects-laden percussion, chiming melodies and rubbery bass guitar.


Payfone - Dime Algo

DC Promo Tracks #1762: "Gyptis" by Torre is part of the release "Phocaea Vol. 1 EP" on Musiq Voyage  

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A1 – Gyptis Named after the legendary princess said to have founded Marseille, Gyptis is a lush space-disco homage to the city’s ancient roots—where Greek sailors met local tribes, and myth met the Mediterranean.

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DC Promo Tracks: Torre "Gyptis"

Emerging from a December of DJ booths, the duo Gold Suite sought refuge in the January quiet, inspired by the rapid creation of '70s library music. Joey envisioned scoring a resort lost in time, while Laura provided newfound bass lines. This led to "Analog Swell," later graced with a live kit, and the vocal breakthrough of "Coast Along." These simple, evocative tracks mark a creative turning point, offering listeners a minimalist portal to their timeless escape. Featuring remixes by Dan Idjut and Yarni, the “Gold Suite” EP is coming hot to join the kaleidoscopic catalogue of the acclaimed French label Citizens Of Vice.

Premiered here, "Coast Along" is a sun-drenched Balearic gem that perfectly captures the essence of a carefree summer. The track is both relaxing and subtly upbeat, built on a warm, melodic foundation that invites immediate immersion. Soaring, beautiful vocals drift over the arrangement like a soft breeze, evoking a sense of wistful serenity. The gentle pulse of the track is driven by intricate, percussive elements that mimic the easy rhythm of waves on a shore. It’s a beautifully balanced piece of music, equally suited for sunset reflection or a peaceful, open-air dance floor, embodying a timeless, summer-infused tranquillity.

You can find (and buy) this and other music pearls on the Juno Download page of the label: https://www.junodownload.com/labels/Citizens+Of+Vice/

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PREMIERE821 // Gold Suite - Coast Along

DC Promo Tracks #1770: "Secret Plants" by Lakehouse is part of the release "Om Verda Mi" on Paper Recordings  

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Oslo collective Lakeshouse are the new school Norwegian collective who distill a rich heritage of Scandinavian disco and electronica into 12 dazzling cuts.

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DC Promo Tracks: Lakehouse "Secret Plants"

Chylorama 134

MM Discos marks its decade-long journey with a heartfelt compilation of over 30 tracks – a tribute to the artists who have defined its past and those who will shape its future. The label's unique identity was forged in the chaotic, all-night sessions at its Erkstrasse 19 basecamp, a freedom that evolved into a philosophy of rejecting genres in favour of pure musical instinct. This anniversary celebrates that "no rules" ethos with a three-volume "sonic tutti-frutti," beginning with a first instalment that rides a spectrum from laid-back grooves to upbeat, Balearic-tinged House rhythms.

As a highlight of the celebratory soirée, Pleasure Voyage's "Puertas Del Cielo" perfectly embodies the label's genre-fluid philosophy. The composition is a beautiful sun-drenched theme, built on a warm, undulating bassline that provides a foundation for ethereal melodies and subtly Latin-inflected percussion. Soaring synth lines evoke a sense of celestial ascent, living up to its title "Gates of Heaven," while intricate textural details and an effortlessly cool groove ensure its dance-floor potency. It’s a sophisticated and immersive listen that confirms the duo's distinctive flair for creating transportive anthems designed for open skies and open minds.

Congratulations to Da Silva & DJ Katah aka Moon & Mann!

You can find (and buy) this and other music pearls on the Bandcamp page of the label: https://mmdiscos.bandcamp.com/

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PREMIERE830 // Pleasure Voyage - Puertas Del Cielo

DC Promo Tracks #1781: "Souvenir" (Peaking Lights Ode to Brian Wilson remix) by Simon Peter is part of the release "Souvenir EP" on Is It Balearic @simon-peter  

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DC Promo Tracks: Simon Peter "Souvenir" (Peaking Lights Ode to Brian Wilson remix)

ARTIST: https://soundcloud.com/stella-zekri-ouiddir & The Longos
TITLE: La Flamme
CAT No: CSRM05
FORMAT: 'Amour Propre' Vinyl LP, Digital
RELEASE DATE: 28th November 2025
LABEL : @cosmicromancerecords

Pre-order vinyl here Bandcamp : https://stellathelongos.bandcamp.com/album/amour-propre

Following the acclaimed 2022 release Détends-Toi, the first electrifying collaboration between lead singer Stella Zekri and producer Ed Longo, Amour Propre crowns two years of relentless touring, growth, and evolution. On the road, the duo forged a powerful live ensemble of Berlin’s finest musicians. That synergy now explodes onto record, expanding Stella & The Longos’ sound into something more organic, daring, and deeply alive.
"La Flamme is the next single from 'Amour Propre" EP, scheduled for release on November 28, 2025"

PREMIERE: Stella & The Longos - La Flamme [Cosmic Romance]

Rooted in electronic music yet fueled with organic sounds of nature and acoustic instruments, Late Present explores sonic landscapes beyond Mirlaqi's signature dance moves.


APPAREL PREMIERE: Mirlaqi - Caucasian Tree [Wise Bird]

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Funk and Beyond Podcast. Issue 76. FUNK 45S SPECIAL

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