Dusty Crates

23/04/2026

DANIEL WANG - APHROASIA TECHNUBIAN (2026 Repress) 12" (BALIHU RECORDINGS)

30 yrs (!) since it's initial release in '97... absolutely loaded EP of dancefloor heat from a true Disco romantic, Daniel Wang. Certified treasure from past, and one that won't leave the record bag.

Remastered with love and respect of the originals, and the originators.

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21/04/2026

ARP FRIQUE & THE PERPETUAL SINGERS - SAVE YOUR SOUL (JOE CLAUSSELL SACRED RHYTHM PRAISE VERSION REMIX) 12" (UNKNOWNUNKNOWN)

NYC house legend Joaquin “Joe” Claussell steps up for a fantastic remix of Arp Frique’s 'Save Your Soul' taken from the recent album “The Gospel Of Jesamy”. Support from Floating Points, Palms Trax, Antal and Hunee amongst others. Big TIP!

Sticking to the gospel roots, the 'Sacred Rhythm Praise Version' opens with an organ and piano solo before the iconic "Claussell drums" kick in followed by additional disco strings. Powerful vocals provided by Rocq-E Harrell, Muriel Blijd and Brandon Delagraentiss whilst Arp Frique’s instrumentation glues the whole track together.

Remix on the A-side and original mix on the B-side, pressed at 45RPM.

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21/04/2026

AROOP ROY VS OPOLOPO - SHIGO DISGO 12" (CANOPY)

"Aroop Roy Vs Opolopo - Shigo Disgo" sees the two producers going head to head on another Canopy release, serving up club focused re-interpretations of two different Afro cuts : Chicco - Shigomase, a 1990s synth house bomb from South Africa and Spirit Konekson - Disco Party, a funky piece of 1970s Nigerian disco.

First up Aroop Roy takes on Chicco's proto house beast "Shigomase", dialling up the low end throb before bringing proceedings to a synthed out, hands in the air, euphoric crescendo.

Following on he takes his scalpel & bass guitar, chopping & flipping the Moog led funk of "Disco Party" into a restless Afro-boogie workout.

On the alternate side Opolopo channels extra sleaze into Shigomase, adding dirty dancefloor gristle and a raunchy back end, taking the vibe straight to the basement.

Rounding out proceedings Opolopo transports "Disco Party" into the present day with muscular drums and crunchy synth solos complimenting the loose limbed swing of the original

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20/04/2026

FKJ & Yussef Dayes - Live From The Greenhouse LP (DIGGERS FACTORY)

“Live From The Greenhouse” is an intentionally unplanned live session by multi-instrumentalist FKJ and drummer Yussef Dayes, recorded near London and filmed by director Uncanny. In the video, available on YouTube, the greenhouse setting serves as a subtle yet meaningful analogy for the creative process — a literal house where ideas can grow and evolve organically.

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19/04/2026

Manuel Göttsching - E2-E4 (35th Anniversary Edition) LP (MG.ART)

Manuel Göttsching’s monumental 1981 album ‘E2-E4’, a seminal piece of work that still ranks among the most influential electronic music recordings in the history of mankind. Lovingly rereleased by Göttsching’s own MG.ART imprint in an embossed edition. Essential listening for anyone who’s even remotely interested in electronic music.

In anticipation of the 35th anniversary next year one of electronic music's most influential recordings, the legendary E2-E4, from 12.12.1981 does get an official rerelease by Manuel Göttsching on his own Label MG.ART. LP 180g, beautiful embossed Chess Board Artwork Print, inner sleeve with artist picture and text by David Elliott. Check!

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19/04/2026

NATHAN MCKINNEY - VERY SPECIAL LADY PT. II 12" (REMOTE DESTINATION)

The first, and fully licensed reissue of this funk treasure by Desert Bone label boss and producer Nathan McKinney.
Featuring the original version and instrumental just like the original release from 1983. It was originally self released as a limited pressing and is now one of the most sought after records from this era.

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18/04/2026

Larry Heard - Missing You 12" (ALLEVIATED)

Beautiful ambient vocal Fingers cut as Vocal and Instrumental on a quality remastered 12". Essential!!

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15/04/2026

MANNY STEELO - THE NJ TRANSIT TRAXX LP (STAR CREATURE)

Analog house tracks and raw production styles come together on New Jersey's Manny Steelo's 6 track debut. The newcomer is a bubbling entity of the underground and looks like a good fit for Star Creature's Global Carress imprint with it's no frills, raw house tracks output thus far.

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14/04/2026

TIM MAIA - TIM MAIA (1973) LP (VAMPISOUL)

Packed with irresistible hooks, lush arrangements, and that unmistakable Tim Maia swagger, this 1973 album captures the singer at the peak of his creative powers. Tim was a larger-than-life icon whose music married American soul and funk with Brazilian samba and pop long before “fusion” was a buzzword.

This record is a front-to-back winner—one of those albums that deserves a spot not just in Brazilian music history, but in any collection that celebrates great soul, funk, and timeless grooves.

180g vinyl reissue.

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Tim Maia’s self-titled 1973 album is one of those records that hits you from the very first groove and doesn’t let go. Originally released on Polydor Brazil, this was the fourth in a series of Tim’s self-titled albums—and many fans and critics still consider it the crown jewel. Packed with irresistible hooks, lush arrangements, and that unmistakable Tim Maia swagger, the album captures the singer at the peak of his creative powers.

If you’re new to Tim Maia, here’s the quick story: born in Rio de Janeiro, Tim was a larger-than-life icon whose music married American soul and funk with Brazilian samba and pop long before “fusion” was a buzzword. A true musical polymath, he absorbed everything from Curtis Mayfield to Motown and translated it into a sound entirely his own—gritty, passionate, and full of groove. He didn’t just introduce soul to Brazil; he made it Brazilian.

On this 1973 release, Tim pushes everything up a notch. The arrangements are bigger, slicker, and surprisingly majestic, without losing the raw spirit that earned him a devoted following. From the moment ‘Réu Confesso’ opens the album, you know you’re in for something special—smooth, funky, and heartfelt in all the right ways. The bittersweet ‘Gostava Tanto de Você’ remains one of his most beloved classics, while ‘O Balanço’ bursts with Brazilian flavor that practically dares you not to move. And with tracks like ‘Do Your Thing, Behave Yourself’ and ‘Over Again,’ Tim shows just how naturally the soul idiom fit him, even when he switched to English.

This record has everything: deep grooves, soaring strings, magnetic vocals, and that unmistakable sense of joy that Tim Maia carried into every session. It’s a front-to-back winner—one of those albums that deserves a spot not just in Brazilian music history, but in any collection that celebrates great soul, funk, and timeless grooves.

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13/04/2026

Danny Tenaglia - The Brooklyn Gypsy 12" (NERVOUS RECORDS)

Danny Tenaglia’s discography is chock full of multiple seminal and genre defining classics, but as he shows with his new 12” vinyl release his production skills are as well honed as ever and he can still create tunes that represent a musical moment in time like few others.

On the A-side “The Brooklyn Gypsy” is his highly personalized and pumping ode to one of the great anthems of House Music “Gypsy Woman,” produced with the full approval and appreciation from the original creators.

And on the flip side “Move That Body” features a signature Danny Tenaglia deep, warm and bass heavy foundation with an inspired and memorable vocal performance from another legend of the New York City House Music community Cevin Fisher. The package includes a unique and frameworthy custom art jacket.

Danny Tenaglia’s discography is chock full of multiple seminal and genre defining classics, but as he shows with his new 12” vinyl release his production skills are as well honed as ever and he can still create tunes that represent a musical moment in time like few others.

12/04/2026

ABACUS - THE RELICS E.P. 12" (CLONE CLASSIC CUTS)

Abacus - The Relics E.P. - A Deep-House Masterpiece from 1994 Re-Released. Fully remastered, including previously unreleased material from the same recording sessions. Pressed on 140-gram virgin black vinyl, this edition restores and elevates a true cornerstone of deep-house history.

Somewhere around 1993 or '94, a quietly profound landmark in deep house emerged: The Relics E.P. by Austin Bascom, better known as Abacus, originally released on Chicago's Prescription Records (catalogue #006). With four tracks spanning roughly 26 minutes, this record has since gained cult status among DJs, collectors, and aficionados of the deeper, more soulful yet futuristic side of house music. Abacus crafted a quintessential deep-house journey: warm grooves, lush textures, scorched sub-bass, and a deeply introspective futuristic atmosphere. Bascom produced a record that never chased trends, but instead quietly built a lasting legacy. This record remained rare and highly sought after. In an era when house music was splintering into countless directions - even reaching the pop charts - The Relics E.P. planted its flag firmly in the underground, soulful terrain. Collectors and DJs continue to cite it as essential deep house, often describing it as ''one of the finest deep-house records of all time.'' Its scarcity and enduring emotional pull have only strengthened its legend. Decades on, The Relics E.P. continues to surface in DJ mixes and playlists, and as a touchstone for producers seeking that timeless balance of groove and emotion. Now, three Decades later, Clone Classic Cuts is proud to present a fully remastered edition of The Relics E.P., including previously unreleased material from the same recording sessions.

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12/04/2026

Elements of Life - Maria Fumaca / Giant Steps (Tito Puente Tribute) 7" (VEGA RECORDS)

A Vega Records special edition 7” by Elements Of Life with sneak peaks of two new Elements Of Life tracks from the forthcoming 2026 album “Dreamer”.

Side A is a brilliant cover of the famed Brazilian band Black Banda Rio’s “Maria Fumaca”.

Side B an energetic Latin jazz infused cover of John Coltrane’s ultra class “Giant Steps” done up Rumba style tributing the great Tito Puente with special guest, the maestro Christian McBride on upright bass. Elements Of Life are on Fiyaaah and it’s just the beginning!

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