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Scott Bradford (Shindig/Lexicon Avenue) recommends 'Back to Basics - Cut the Crap - Disc 3 mixed by Ralph Lawson' (1996).

We've got a special recommendation to celebrate our 40th episode of the classic mix CD series from Scott Bradford, who of course is, known for being behind, one of the longest running and most influential club nights in the UK, Shindig in Newcastle. Which amazingly kicked off in 1992 and is now stronger than ever with sell out parties every month at their new home, Warehouse 34. Scott is also well known for his Lexicon Avenue productions and Forensic Records label and has generally been a legend bringing house music’s finest to everyone for over 20 years.

He’s recommended disc 3 from back to Basics ‘cut the crap’ CD, which  features mixes from Derrick Carter, Andrew Weatherall, and this mix from Ralph Lawson. Now Considering it came out in 1996 that’s a ridiculously good shout  So Thanks for sharing it with us Scott, it’s much appreciated and here’s hoping for another great 20 odd years for Shindig, yourself and all the gang . So Turn it up and enjoy the mix!

040 - Back to Basics 'Cut the Crap' - Ralph Lawson / Disc 3 (1996)

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So our good friend Allie Williams recommended this CD ages ago and it's taken a while for us of get it of him... (or in this case not!) so we bought it ourselves. As fellow huge Derrick Carter fans it's safe to say this is another excellent mix cd and takes it's well deserved place in The Classic Mix CD Series. Cheers for the recommendation Ali, turn it up, and enjoy the mix.

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083 - Derrick Carter presents 'About Now' (2002) recommended by Allie Williams

The Pleasure Room Years 1994 - 97

The third mix in the series of exclusive sessions documenting my time as resident DJ at back to basics club in Leeds, UK. 

For the full blog piece and track listing visit -

http://www.ralphlawson.co.uk/features/2014/12/8/the-pleasure-room-years-1994-1997
 

back to basics // The Pleasure Rooms Years // 1994-97

Francois K | Haçienda Leeds 2017

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169 - Azuli pres. Derrick L. Carter  - Choice - A Collection Of Classics - Disc 2 (2003)

Love And Gulit

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Full live set recorded for the 20 year party people show.   Also the last ever Back to Basics at Stinkys Peephouse.    Full track listing and notes at www.ralphlawson.co.uk



back to basics // 20th Birthday // 26th November 2011

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A very special 40th episode showcases arguably one of the best triple packs every released, especially considering it was relatively early in the timeline of mix cd history (1996). It features selections from Derrick Carter, Andrew Weatherall and Back to Basic's resident, Ralph Lawson.

We originally featured this CD in the early days of The Classic Mix CD Series, when it was recommended by Shindig's Scott Bradford as his most influential piece in his collection.

So it's fitting, that after more shouts out to use it from everyone on Facebook, that we feature all 3 discs for the 400th episode celebration. Thanks to everyone for getting involved all of the plays and positive messages.

Can me make it 500!?

Back to Basics: Cut the Crap

042 - Back to Basics - Cut the Crap' Derrick Carter / Disc 1 (1996)

Recorded live from the decks of Fabi Paras on in 1992 at Love Ranch, Maximus, Leicester Square , LONDON

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Fabi Paras - Love Ranch - London 1992

1	–P.J.* Feat. Saxy	All I Can Give
Featuring – Saxy
Written-By [Writer] – P. Jacobs*, S. McKenzie*
4:33
2	–Track Assassin	Gimme Da Drumz
Written-By [Writer] – Carlos Sosa
5:13
3	–Seraphim Odyssey	Got To Feel It
Written-By [Writer] – Orpheos Dejournett*, Tony Hewitt
5:51
4	–Simon	Two Crates
Written-By [Writer] – Simon
4:04
5	–Blade (4)	Talkin' About The Power
Written-By [Writer] – Staderini*, Nabb*, Casaglia*, Fabbroni*
3:56
6	–DJ Duke	You've Got Me Runnin'
Written-By [Writer] – Duke*
6:43
7	–Reel Houze	The Chance (Reel House Mix)
Written-By [Writer] – D. Dawson*, R. Mello*
5:50
8	–Black Science Orchestra	Save Us (Funky Music Mix)
Written-By [Writer] – Beedle*, Woolford*, Tommy D*, Classen*
3:09
9	–Yellow Sox	Flim Flam	6:14
10	–Trybe	Psychedelic Shack
Written-By [Writer] – C. Farar*, I. Roach
3:52
11	–Jeep Grlzz*	Smokin' Daughters	3:26
12	–Persuasion	The Bone
Written-By [Writer] – Harvey*, Pete Z*
6:36
13	–The Buddee Boys*	Feel Function
Written-By [Writer] – J. Hernandez*, J. Papp*

Jenö - United DJs of America, Vol. 7: San Francisco, CA

United DJs of America, Vol. 7: San Francisco, CA

Hey, Gareth here, I'm a graphic designer who start designing for clubs, parties, and labels in the late 90s. Back then, mix CDs were the holy grail of both design and music. I loved them.

But I wasn't the only one, mix cds were the soundtracks of our nights, our days, our afterparties and lives, for everyone. Yet in today's internet age, the art form has been lost (or just changed) to 2-3 hour online mixes and streaming videos, which just don't create the same magic your CD collection did. Just 60 minutes of music and incredible artwork.

The Classic Mix CD Series celebrates these discs, their soundtrack, their box art and your memories. We hope you enjoy it.

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Also, we try to help you find and buy them again by sharing Discogs links on all featured CDs and or direct links to labels where possible.

* We fully support labels and artists. If any disc creates a copyrighting issue let me know and it will be immediately removed. 

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About Gareth:
Digital creative type, gamer, music lover and occasional DJ. Currently living between Dubai & Seoul after setting sail from Sunderland in 2010. As a young designer, club and music culture was the driving force for his work, producing artwork for local club nights and record labels in the North East of England. In particular, DJ mix cds and their packaging were always his 'holy grail of design', especially those from Renaissance, Global Underground and Good Looking Records. It's a pleasure to share these discs back with people and they still influence our tastes to this day. 

For any CD recommendations, bookings, mixes or feedback you can catch me as @asapgareth on Instagram. Or you can check our my design work at www.acid.works