Published in The Shadow Knows·Dec 14, 2022Member-onlySam Gary Sings — On the life of Samuel Gary (1917–1986)Samuel “Sam” Gary was born 19 February 1917. He often appeared on stage and in recordings with his friend and collaborator Josh White where his deep bass singing voice made him a perfect accompaniment. …Music9 min readMusic9 min read
Published in Mo’ Wax — Where Are They Now·Dec 4, 2022Member-onlyMo’ Wax — Where Are They Now: Elliott Power (2015)Mo’ Wax was a record label started by James Lavelle in 1992, which closed about ten years later. Initially they released 12" singles and licensed a compilation from Japan of Japanese Hip Hop, until 1994 when they began releasing albums of their artists original work. While some of these artists…Elliot Power5 min readElliot Power5 min read
Published in Mo’ Wax — Where Are They Now·Nov 25, 2022Member-onlyMo’ Wax — Where Are They Now: Rammellzee (2014)Mo’ Wax was a record label started by James Lavelle in 1992, which closed about ten years later. Initially they released 12" singles and licensed a compilation from Japan of Japanese Hip Hop, until 1994 when they began releasing albums of their artists original work. While some of these artists…Rammellzee5 min readRammellzee5 min read
Published in Mo’ Wax — Where Are They Now·Nov 15, 2022Member-onlyMo’ Wax — Where Are They Now: Ilian Walker aka Ils / The ForceMo’ Wax was a record label started by James Lavelle in 1992, which closed about ten years later. Initially they released 12" singles and licensed a compilation from Japan of Japanese Hip Hop, until 1994 when they began releasing albums of their artists original work. While some of these artists…Mo Wax5 min readMo Wax5 min read
Published in Mo’ Wax — Where Are They Now·Nov 8, 2022Member-onlyMo’ Wax — Where Are They Now: Twig Bud / Peter Ford (1995)Mo’ Wax was a record label started by James Lavelle in 1992, which closed about ten years later. Initially they released 12" singles and licensed a compilation from Japan of Japanese Hip Hop, until 1994 when they began releasing albums of their artists original work. While some of these artists…Music4 min readMusic4 min read
Published in Mo’ Wax — Where Are They Now·Nov 1, 2022Member-onlyMo’ Wax — Where Are They Now: Stasis (1995)Mo’ Wax was a record label started by James Lavelle in 1992, which closed about ten years later. Initially they released 12" singles and licensed a compilation from Japan of Japanese Hip Hop, until 1994 when they began releasing albums of their artists original work. While some of these artists…Techno4 min readTechno4 min read
Published in The Shadow Knows·Oct 23, 2022Review: Five recent releasesA series of recent releases by artists and labels we’ve featured in our zine. Mostly electronic, with 80s synth compilations, vinyl sampling novelties, and ambience mixed in with a mix tape of lofi rock, punk, electronica, and a piano ballad. There’s a bit of everything in these five releases. Anika …Anika3 min readAnika3 min read
Published in The Shadow Knows·Oct 16, 2022Member-onlyA newly restored live album presents Brother Jack McDuff at his bestLive At Parnell’s, originally recorded in June 1982 was released by Soul Bank Music on September 2 this year. Across two CDs, or three LPs, McDuff and his band play for two hours without intermission. The lineup for this session is Jack McDuff on organ with an unknown trio on…Jack Mcduff6 min readJack Mcduff6 min read
Published in Mo’ Wax — Where Are They Now·Oct 1, 2022Member-onlyMo’ Wax — Where Are They Now: Midnight Funk Association (1995)Mo’ Wax was a record label started by James Lavelle in 1992, which closed about ten years later. Initially they released 12" singles and licensed a compilation from Japan of Japanese Hip Hop, until 1994 when they began releasing albums of their artists original work. While some of these artists…Music6 min readMusic6 min read
Published in Mo’ Wax — Where Are They Now·Sep 2, 2022Member-onlyArt of Mo’ Wax: Henry LavellePart of the appeal of a Mo’ Wax release, other than the music, is their amazing artwork, and the label became famous for their visually appealing packaging. This series will take a a brief look at some of the artists who worked with Mo’ Wax between 1992–2003. Henry Lavelle was…Music4 min readMusic4 min read