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

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Ivan Makvel with Temu & XL Middleton - Funkonnection EP

Vinyl & CD here: https://thesleepersrecordz.bandcamp.com/album/a-family-affairAs the brains and the muscle behind The Sleepers Recordz, Ivan Makvel stays busy, having kept a steady stream of street dance-oriented releases flowing into the ears of modern funk connoisseurs internationally. Yet, the majority of these releases have come from other artists, with Makvel's own music taking a back seat while he forged a unique lane for his label. No longer, as he brings you his first full-length in years - A Family Affair.

It's a fitting concept for an artist/producer/talkboxer who has put so much energy into the release of music by others. Many of those who can claim projects on The Sleepers join him, allowing this Family Affair to live up to its name. Mofak blesses the album's title track, a thunderous p-funk inspired opener, while XL Middleton shows up on two songs, dropping raps on "Keep Movin" while alternating between singing and vocoder on the electro boogie cut "Show The Way." On "Get Down," Bougito shows up to share production duties over a funk track sure to become a staple among poppers and lowriders alike. Moniquea sings and raps on the decidedly-left coast "I'm Not Sayin Nothin," while Funkmaster Ozone brings electro vocoder sensibilities to a disco-tinged boogie track on "We Come To Jam."

Temu offers his polished vocal style on one of the album's high points, "Essential Funk," a simultaneous nod to a pandemic-stricken world and a declaration that the party must still continue. Gil Masuda of Toronto's Love Touch Records is featured on the house-inflected "How You Make Me Feel," and fellow LTR artist Maya Killtron lends her unique vocal and violin one-two punch on "About You." Ivan only ventures out fully solo for two songs on the album, "Wild" and the previously-released "I Got Funk" - A move to be expected from an album designed to bring an entire funk family together.

A Family Affair

A Family Affair ft. Mofak

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

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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

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Available on limited colored vinyl LP, Digital & Streaming.
As music in the digital age seems to be shifting back to a 60's era emphasis on singles over albums, those who clamor for a full-length installment of music from their favorite artists have found their thirst increasingly unquenched. Enter Leopard DaVinci & Louis 707, who are boldly filling this gap in modern funk music with their LP "Make The Party Great Again."

Living through an era of social distancing, event cancellations, and venue closures, making the party thrive as it once did is no small task, but this French synth-funk duo come across as extraordinarily energized to meet the challenge. It feels like every synthesizer sound ever conceived somehow lives within their arsenal, as a colorful blend of analog tones and back-cracking handclaps form the foundation for pure boogie bliss. From the album's inception, "Kinda Get Funky" sets the tone. It's clear that Leopard & Louis respect the original flight plan of the Mothership, though they draw more of their inspiration from subsequent sons of the "P" such as Zapp or 80's era Cameo. They remain uptempo throughout the entirety of the album, and even when they chill the mood slightly on songs like "Girl Oh Girl" & "I Get Up," it's only to spit a little slickness to the ladies before bumping the bpm's right back to where they were before. The album doesn't stray far from the usual topics of conversation in modern funk - Dancing, women, & funk itself. But such deviation isn't needed; if we're going to bring the party back we've got to stick to the script.

As always, Sleepers takes the time to package the music as thoroughly as it was created, this time in a full-color jacket on yellow vinyl. Limited to only 300 copies!

Next To Me

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2 TalkBox BluesMan

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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

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

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Back To You by AQUAFREDDA & Raphael Camardella

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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

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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

"HOWLING AT THE MOON" The second single from international funk troop, STANKTRONIC, definitely delivers & will leave you howling for more! This up-tempo banger is a certified party from the down beat. "Howling at the Moon" is modern, futuristic, and classic all at once. Funky horn hits,  an infectious groove, & playfully deep lyrics, come together to form a synthy, soulful cut designed to get you moving. Dig!!

Howlin At The Moon

Howlin At The Moon by Stank Tronic

Have no fear, the stank is here! Temu & Mofak are bringing it with their new single “Stank In Here”. Serving as a long awaited follow up to their first collaboration back in 2015 “On the Come Up”, the duo returns with an even smoother, soulful yet futuristic dance smash meticulously composed by Mofak for people of all ages to enjoy. Meanwhile, Temu addresses the listeners directly with a message of love and togetherness while echoing back to the era of EWF, Kool & The Gang, Zapp and Roger & The Gap Band.

Stank In Here

Stank In Here by Temu & Mofak

Temu is back on the scene with his new solo single “Heralds Of The Stank”. Temu recalls the first moments when the stank hit him personally and credits the ones who introduced him as its heralds, his parents, in an infectious funky tribute song. (Ever heard something so good it made you frown and pucker your lips while nodding your head? That’s the stank face!) Standing ten toes firm on his Funk roots, Temu both lyrically and musically draws inspiration from George Clinton, Sly & the Family Stone, Jackson 5, Prince, & James Brown. Be on the look out for his new upcoming album titled “HERALDS”.

Heralds Of The Stank

Heralds Of The Stank by Temu

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)

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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

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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

"Baby Girl" by Mofak, available at www.thesleepersrecordz.com or http://smarturl.it/MofakBabyGirl

Baby Girl

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

Bougitape Vol.1

Aboibeat

"Drunk Of Funk" by Mofak available on Limited Vinyl, Digital & Streaming at www.thesleepersrecordz.com or http://smarturl.it/Mofak

Drunk Of Funk

Funky Party

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

Callin'U

AMBOUND2WRECK

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

SHUT UP WHEN YOU SPEAK

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.
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