7" Vinyl - Limited Edition of 100 Copies Only - Ultra Clear Transparent Vinyl
Pre-Order starts June 10th at www.thesleepersrecordz.com

Buy on Vinyl

Ivan Makvel with Temu & XL Middleton - Funkonnection EP

Vinyl here: https://thesleepersrecordz.bandcamp.com/album/watch-yo-neck-compton-luv

Westcoast Stone, a long-time favorite for poppers and lowriders alike, has finally teamed with The Sleepers RecordZ to bring you an ultra-limited 7" (100 copies), pressed on "beer"-colored transparent vinyl.
"Watch Yo Neck" is an uptempo affair featuring Temu, whose talkbox glides over a bouncy funk track with a bassline that would've made Bernie Worrell proud.
The flip, "Compton Luv," is Chuck Taylor-made for the west coast streets, bringing two legends into the fold - Tha Chill from Compton's Most Wanted and Fingazz, one of the best talkboxers in the game this side of Ohio.

Watch Yo Neck

Vinyl

Watch Yo Neck ft. Temu

Ultra-Limited 7" white colored Vinyl at: https://thesleepersrecordz.bandcamp.com/album/mo-better-funk-the-groove-of-love

It's been over 2 years since Kzyboost brought forth his last project on Sleepers, the full-length album Callin'U. Since then, the Osaka, Japan-based producer and talkboxer has clearly been sharpening his tools. "Mo' Better Funk" & "The Groove Of Love" feel like a continuation of the bouncy fusion of modern boogie and hip hop from Callin'U, only further refined and perfected. "Mo' Better Funk" is drenched in syrupy synths and glimmering chords, and moves with a slightly off-kilter rhythm that displays a subtle nod to Kzyboost's roots in hip hop production. Meanwhile, "The Groove Of Love" draws more straightforwardly from the sophisticated R&B/funk influences of a Kashif or a Leon Sylvers III. The icing on the cake for both songs is their serpentine talkbox melodies, which glide over the tracks as dynamically as if they were synthesizer solos.

"Mo' Better Funk" & "The Groove Of Love" have arrived in physical form as well, on 7" vinyl, whose cherry blossom-adorned artwork pays tribute to Kzyboost's Japanese heritage. It's further brought to life by the record itself, pressed on white vinyl with a red label suggestive of the hinomaru (Japanese flag). Only 100 copies pressed!

The Groove Of Love

Buy Vinyl

Kzyboost - The Groove Of Love

Mo' Better Funk

Kzyboost - Mo' Better Funk

Includes features from Sin2, Big Leaf, Doron, Jetset Shirin
All other stores here: http://www.smarturl.it/eleguns or www.thesleepersrecordz.com

Funk With Me ft. Doron

Buy or Stream

DOWNLOAD, STREAM: http://smarturl.it/TalkboxBluesman

2 TalkBox BluesMan

7" Vinyl, Digital & Streaming here: https://bfan.link/runaway-like-that

The Sleepers RecordZ is proud to introduce Jolie Davenport to the world of modern funk music. The Austin, TX-based vocalist brings you two synth-centric hitters, both produced by the backbone of the Sleepers label, Ivan Makvel. In the course of just two tracks, Davenport covers all of the prerequisites for a well-rounded modern day boogie excursion. "Runaway" is made for the dance floor and isn't shying away from its polished, pop sensibility. The chorus is an earworm waiting to get pleasantly stuck in one's mind, gliding perfectly over frenetic bass notes and synth brass chords. "Like That," penned by modern funk mainstay Moniquea, balances the party by taking it to the streets. Makvel's production here is better suited for a cruise down the boulevard in a 60's-era Chevy rather than the club, yet it's also certain to incite involuntary movement the moment you press play.

As always, Sleepers brings you these two tracks in physical form via limited edition color vinyl 7" - only 150 copies pressed.

Like That

7" Vinyl & Streaming

FREE DOWNLOAD:  on Bandcamp of The Sleepers RecordZ
A Tribute to the King MJ, remix of Pretty Young Thing of MJ by Makvel from The Sleepers RecordZ.


P.Y.T. Remix

Ivan Makvel - P.Y.T. - Michael Jackson (Remix)

Finally dropping their first release of 2024, Mishell Ivon and Andrew Napoleon are back with another boogie-funk stomper. Inspired by the rare funk grooves of the early 80s, the water-tight groove effortlessly blends classic Prophet bass with some tasty analog synthesizers. This is the perfect backdrop for Mishell's melodic vocal that floats effortlessly over the beat, producing a track that is both beautiful and groovy at the same time!

Love Song

Love Song - Mishell Ivon & Andrew Napoleon

Ivan Makvel, back with a Modern Funk / G-Funk anthem party, with an energetic groovy bass line, powerful synths and with its recognizable trademark, the TalkBox, which colorize the track giving to the song a Californian influence.
The iconic producer of the Modern Funk & Nu-Funk movement also gave his personal touch to the song, adding a strong clap in the Zapp style for the street dance world and overall for the dancers of the style called Popping.

We Like To Party

Stream

Ivan Makvel - We Like To Party

Rarefied atmospheres and a striking vocal delivery: Back to You is a Modern Funk track where Raphael Camardella's voice permeates the verses, leaving the chorus to the synth melody and the guitar counterpoints. As the song progresses, the voice undergoes timbral transformations, becoming an instrument in itself. The final bridge completely changes the song's atmosphere, culminating in the unexpected flute solo. From the Space Disco-inspired intro to the last note, the track goes through continuous evolutions that irresistibly draw you to the dancefloor.

Back To You

Buy 7" Vinyl

Back To You by AQUAFREDDA & Raphael Camardella

FREE DOWNLOAD: http://smarturl.it/NastyLovers
Composed by Ivan Makvel, Vins Pistone & Nasty Den
Mixed & Mastered by Døt
Produced & Released by The Sleepers RecordZ - 2015

The Sleepers RecordZ Ft. Nasty Den - Nasty Lovers

“Nothing More” by SwitchVilla and Mishell Ivon is an upbeat track with disco vibes that captures the feeling of  trying to capture lost love. Music produced by SwitchVilla, with Mishell Ivon providing powerful vocals that push the song forward.

Nothing More

Nothing More by Mishell Ivon & SwitchVilla

The King, the Queen and the Bull of the Modern Funk join forces to bring you a Nu-Funk hit! The music is a trademark from Ivan Makvel, with his strong bass line, slapping claps and 80's influenced synth brasses, XL Middleton & Moniquea are rapping in the verses in their classy L.A. Style and singing on the hook together giving even much more power to the whole song.
The solo lead by XL Middleton at the end just complete a new anthem for the movement!

"If you feel me
Then you must be still be
Off that type of sh*t that make you do your face like this
When you see me
It’s so easy
Just chunk that funk up with your fingers cuz we just don’t miss"

Feel Me

Feel Me by XL Middleton, Ivan Makvel & Moniquea

Get Back Home is an EP where the melodic and harmonic developments tell stories of love and passion. From the melancholic funk serenade "Message in a Bottle" to the danceable Modern Funk of "Back To You", the stories develop between light and dark, with sounds that continually blend between past and present. The organic use of Drum Machines and the renewed approach to synths and E-Piano of the late 70s tradition, makes the EP not only a romantic and banal attempt to go back in time, but a new sound experience where nostalgia accompanies, without replacing, contemporaneity.

Get Back Home EP

Message In A Bottle

Message In A Bottle by AQUAFREDDA feat. Ronin

Best Man

Best Man by AQUAFREDDA feat. Gaia Voice

Dance With Me

Dance With Me by AQUAFREDDA feat. Ronin

This remix made by the legendary Modern Funk producer XL Middleton provides you all the influences from his hometown, Pasadena on the West Coast, honoring that Roger Troutman's bounce with a strong heavy bass line and all you need to jump on the dance floor! The lyrics from the original song, complete these California Vibes!

Instant Classic!

Feel Me (XL Middleton Remix)

"A Million Reasons" is a refined blend of modern soul, electronic moods, and international pop, crafted by producer Andrew Napoleon and elevated by the powerful, magnetic voice of Mishell Ivon. The track takes the listener on an emotional journey through desire, vulnerability, and strength, wrapped in a lush production of pulsing beats, warm synths, and instantly captivating vocals. Reminiscent of artists like Snoh Aalegra, Jorja Smith, or SG Lewis, "A Million Reasons" is an invitation to lose yourself in the night—where rhythm meets feeling.

A Millions Reasons

A Million Reasons

Buy 7" Vinyl - Stream

A Million Reasons by Mishell Ivon & Andrew Napoleon

With “Air2Nite”, featuring Mishell Ivon on vocals and Andrew Napoleon on production, the duo delivers a late-night sonic experience that blends sensuality, minimal grooves, and smooth electronic textures with modern soul. The production is elegant and immersive, driven by fluid synths, velvet beats, and a voice that seduces effortlessly. This track is all about atmosphere and emotional tension—perfect for intimate, reflective, or nocturnal settings. Fans of Kelela, James Blake, FKA twigs, or NAO will find Air2Nite a seamless fusion of experimental R&B and ambient pop with a sophisticated edge.

Air2Nite

Air2Nite by Mishell Ivon & Andrew Napoleon

The legendary Funkmaster Ozone returns with “Cold Sweat”, a raw, electrified tribute to classic P-Funk and Electro Boogie. Heavy synth basslines, talkbox, and a bouncing analog drum groove drive this monster of a track straight onto the dancefloor. A pure funk bomb with that unmistakable West Coast Electro flavor, paying homage to the old school while keeping it fresh and futuristic.
Whether you’re cruising in your lowrider or popping and locking under city lights, this is the real underground funk – direct, dirty, and 100% authentic.

Cold Sweat

Cold Sweat by Funkmaster Ozone

"Funk Inferno" is the ultimate groove explosion you didn’t know you needed. Mishell Ivon lights it up with her cool, pristine vocals—smooth, soulful, and laced with that unmistakable edge that makes every line sizzle. Paired with Ivan Makvel’s funk-fueled instrumental, this track is pure heat, radiating with retro-cool vibes and modern fire.

This is a song for those nights where the temperature never drops and the energy never quits. The lyrics are a carefree celebration—sweaty dance floors, electric smiles, and no limits. It’s about living fully in the moment with nothing holding you back.

"Funk Inferno" is a certified boogie bomb, blending old-school funk flavor with a fresh, future-forward sound. Mishell and Ivan aren’t just making music—they're creating a whole funk universe, and once you're in it, you won’t want to leave.

Ready to turn up the night? 

Funk Inferno (105 Fahrenheit)

Funk Inferno (105 Fahrenheit) by Mishell Ivon & Ivan Makvel

Superstition Talkbox remake, No copyright infringement intended.
Performed live at Battle ISM 2015 in Taiwan & Wanted06 Free Style Battle 2015 in Korea.
Cover art by Manish Mansinh - http://manishmansinh.com/

Superstition Remake

Ivan Makvel - Superstition_SWonder (Talkbox Remake)

DOWNLOAD, STREAM: http://smarturl.it/WeLoveYouRoger
Ivan Makvel is back with a strong Funk tribute to the King Roger Troutman! 

The single anticipate the LP Vinyl Release dedicated to Roger Troutman and will include other 7 songs from 7 different artists as Funkmaster Ozone, Beath, Gary Gritness, Jamma-Dee, Tryezz, Bybo Funk & Mat/matix! 

The Vinyl will be released and distributed by Neon Finger Records at neonfingerrecords.bandcamp.com and it's expected for the end of 2017! 

Credits: 
Music composed, arranged & performed by Ivan Makvel 
Talkbox by Ivan Makvel 
Mixed by Ivan Makvel 
Mastered by Alek Stark at Fundamental Audio 
Artwork and Picture by Oriol Batista - oriolbatistafotografia@gmail.com 
Released & Produced by The Sleepers RecordZ & Neon Finger Records 

Contacts: 

IVAN MAKVEL: 

FB: facebook.com/ivanmakvelmusic 
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/ivan_makvel 

THE SLEEPERS RECORDZ: 

BANDCAMP: thesleepersrecordz.bandcamp.com 
FB: facebook.com/TheSleepersRecordz 
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thesleepersrecordz 
TWITTER: twitter.com/SleepersRecordZ 
SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/the-sleepers-recordz 
WEBSITE: sleepersmusic.wix.com/sleepersrecordz 
E-MAIL: sleepersmusic@gmail.com

We Love You Roger

Ivan Makvel - We love You Roger (All other platforms via buy link)

First 7" Vinyl by OLLI & IVAN MAKVEL, Order now at www.thesleepersrecordz.com
Follow us on Instagram: @thesleepersrecordz

Composed, arranged, written & performed by Olli & Ivan Makvel
Electric Guitars on track Virgin Lion by Olli
Voices & Lirycs by Olli & Ivan Makvel
Talkbox on track Blow Your Mind by Olli
Mixed by Ivan Makvel
Mastered by Alek Stark

---||| CONTACTS |||--- 

THE SLEEPERS RECORDZ: 

BANDCAMP: www.thesleepersrecordz.com 
FB: www.facebook.com/TheSleepersRecordz 
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/thesleepersrecordz 
TWITTER: twitter.com/SleepersRecordZ 
SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/the-sleepers-recordz 
WEBSITE: sleepersmusic.wix.com/sleepersrecordz 
E-MAIL: sleepersmusic@gmail.com 

IVAN MAKVEL: 

FB: www.facebook.com/IvanMakvel 
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/ivan_makvel 
SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/the-sleepers-recordz 

OLLI: 

FB: www.facebook.com/Ollitalkbox 
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/olli_aka_mercy1 
SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/ollitalkbox 
BANDCAMP: olli.bandcamp.com

Blow Your Mind / Virgin Lion

Blow Your Mind

A1 - OLLI & IVAN MAKVEL - BLOW YOUR MIND

Available from 16th of August at http://www.thesleepersrecordz.com in a special 300 copies Limited Edition 7" Vinyl and Digital.
Also available in every digital and streaming platforms.

B Side on the vinyl: "We Love You Roger" (7inch Version)

I Got Funk

IVAN MAKVEL - I GOT FUNK

"The Way Of Street Dance Vol.2" by The Sleepers RecordZ, full album available at www.thesleepersrecordz.com or http://smarturl.it/TheWayOfStreetDance2

The Way Of Street Dance Vol.2

So Blues, So Funk

So Blues, So Funk ft. Sesé Ballarin

"Bougitape Vol.1" by Bougito Fonkmaker available at https://thesleepersrecordz.bandcamp.com/album/bougitape-vol-1

Bougitape Vol.1

Aboibeat

Sleepers Famz

"Callin'U" by Kzyboost available on Limited Vinyl, Digital & Streaming at www.thesleepersrecordz.com or http://smarturl.it/KzyBoost

Callin'U

AMBOUND2WRECK

Buy / Stream / Vinyl

"The One" by AAron Evo available on Limited Vinyl, Digital & Streaming at www.thesleepersrecordz.com or https://smarturl.it/AAronEvoTheOne

UNSTOPPABLE - BONUS (SPACE BELLA COOLA 2)

GANGSTAGRAM

"The Journey" by Emcee Originate prod. by Mofak available on Limited Vinyl, Digital & Streaming at www.thesleepersrecordz.com or https://smarturl.it/TheJourneyOriginate

More Bounce Ft. ELI & LEX (Prod. By Mofak)

From the upcoming EP "FUNKONNECTION", and actually exclusively on Soundcloud, here the first single by Ivan Makvel ft. XL Middleton.
Super Limited Edition of 100 Copies on a Clear 7" Vinyl will come soon at www.thesleepersrecordz.com
Stay Tuned!

Funkonnection

Keep Movin'

Ivan Makvel ft. XL Middleton - Keep Movin'

7" Vinyl - Limited Edition of 100 Copies - Ultra Clear Transparent Vinyl
Pre-Order starts June 10th at www.thesleepersrecordz.com

Essential Funk

Ivan Makvel ft. Temu - Essential Funk

The Sleepers RecordZ is an Independent Modern Funk Label pressing music on Vinyl and distributing on Digital & Streaming on all platforms.
www.thesleepersrecordz.bandcamp.com

The Sleepers RecordZ

Pinned to spotlight

Popular tracks