{"title":"Labhead Selections 🗿 - 10\/22\/26*","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"onra-chinoiseries-2lp","title":"Onra: Chinoiseries Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eInstrumental hip hop album built from vintage Vietnamese pop records\u003c\/i\u003e picked up in flea markets on a trip to the far east. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Onra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e delivers a tight selection of beats that somehow bring to mind \u003cstrong\u003eJ Dilla\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMadlib\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMoondog\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMF Doom\u003c\/strong\u003e and the Sublime Frequencies label rolled into one beautifully incoherent package. Similar to Dilla's \u003cem\u003eDonuts,\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eChinoiseries\u003c\/em\u003e keeps the addictive hooks and dusty beats short and sweet. Onra gives new life to the forgotten lovelorn crooners and the objects of their desire with \"Last Tango In Saigon.\" The crackle and hiss comes through on \"Full Backpack\" and \"Boundless Boundaries.\" The devastating percussive echo of \"Clap Clap,\" exotic psych hop of \"Raw\" and mysterious guitar funk of \"One Day\" further cement Onra's place amongst the new school of beat heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: All City Records 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Michu Meszaros\u003c\/h6\u003e.","brand":"Onra","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":258070650,"sku":"lp-4539","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/onra-chinoiseries-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1762200088"},{"product_id":"james-mason-rhythm-of-life-vinyl-lp-chiaroscuro-records","title":"James Mason: Rhythm Of Life Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJames Mason has been big with diggers for years.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOriginal copies of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eRhythm Of Life\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etend to go for astronomical prices and with good reason. First released in 1977, the album is a masterpiece of soulful jazz funk that gave birth to a few early disco classics.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=james+mason\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMason\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas a keyboard player and song writer that worked with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=Roy+Ayers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoy Ayers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, amongst other musicians. A few Ayers associates are featured on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eRhythm Of Life\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJusto Almario\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon saxophone and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilip Woo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon piano, along with a young\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNarada Michael Walden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho adds some excellent drums to the record. The most known tracks are the breakbeat classic \"Funny Girl,\" and the funky grooves of \"Sweet Power Your Embrace.\" Don't stop there though, as nearly every cut is a winner. Check the uptempo soul of \"Free,\" a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=Ron+Hardy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRon Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efavorite, and the jazzy \"Slick City.\" Quality material from end to end. Mason would go on to write and produce\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWuf Ticket's\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eboogie disco classic \"The Key,\" as well as the proto house of \"Nightgruv\" and the slo-mo boogie soul of \"I Want Your Love.\" Recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Chiaroscuro Records 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Michu Meszaros 08\/2014\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"James Mason","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":18061288570970,"sku":"fr-4172","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/jamesmason-rhythmoflife-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1762277440"},{"product_id":"alex-kassian-x-mad-professor-e2-e4-a-reference-to-e2-e4-by-manuel-gottsching-vinyl-12","title":"Alex Kassian \u0026 Mad Professor: E2-E4 - A Reference To E2-E4 By Manuel Göttsching Vinyl 12\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=apiento\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApiento\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e's Test Pressing Recordings returns with a fresh and exciting reworking\u003c\/i\u003e of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Manuel+G%C3%B6ttsching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManuel Göttsching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e's 1984 classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=E2%E2%80%93E4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eE2–E4\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Berlin-based deep house producer \u003cstrong\u003eAlex Kassian\u003c\/strong\u003e reimagines this eternal and influential classic as a smooth, sun-drenched 12-minute disco journey, breathing new life into the original kosmiche masterpiece while staying true to its hypnotic spirit. On the flip, UK dub master \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Mad+Professor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Professor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e delivers a standout remix in his signature style, packed with deep bass, effervescent congas and dreamy keys, all set to make you move. Already a favorite for summer 2024, it's a vibrant update of a beloved electronic classic sure to keep you warm this winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 extended covers reimagining \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Manuel+G%C3%B6ttsching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManuel Göttsching\u003c\/a\u003e's 1984 classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=E2%E2%80%93E4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eE2–E4\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack 12\" vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Test Pressing Records 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Lab Assistant 11\/2024\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Alex Kassian \u0026 Mad Professor","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":41513836904538,"sku":"dm-6094","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/alexkassian-madprofessor-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1762286194"},{"product_id":"soichi-terada-sounds-from-the-far-east-2lp","title":"Soichi Terada: Sounds From The Far East Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTimely compilation of Japanese house cuts from Soichi Terada and his prolific Far East Recordings imprint.\u003c\/i\u003e Heads might recognize Soichi's name from the classic \u003cstrong\u003eNami Shimada\u003c\/strong\u003e cut he produced and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=larry+levan\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarry Levan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e subsequently remixed (\"Sunshower\"), but there is so much more to discover in his catalog. You can thank \u003cstrong\u003eHunee\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=rush+hour\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRush Hour\u003c\/a\u003e for putting together this excellent selection of Far East Recordings cuts that shines new light on Terada and his peers. Includes the rare instrumental version of the aforementioned Nami Shimada cut \"Sun Showered,\" the killer \"Low Tension\" alternate take with \u003cstrong\u003eManabu Nagayama\u003c\/strong\u003e, the funky \"Saturday Love Sunday,\" the acidic techno of \"Hohai Beats\" and \"Good Morning,\" plus cuts from \u003cstrong\u003eShinichiro Yokota\u003c\/strong\u003e. Well recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprinted inner sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rush Hour 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Powdered Floor 05\/2015\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Soichi Terada","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":42663842480218,"sku":"dm-6149","price":42.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/Soichi-soundfromsoutheast-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1767199837"},{"product_id":"mario-rui-silva-stories-from-another-time-1982-88-half-speed-vinyl-2lp","title":"Mario Rui Silva: Stories From Another Time 1982-88 (Half-Speed) Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"The roots of Angolan popular music explored in the meticulous guitar studies of Mário Rui Silva 1980s albums. Whether on mesmerising acoustic ballads or hypnotic groove-led tracks, the music of Angolan guitarist, researcher and intellectual Mário Rui Silva has a beguiling, melancholy quality, woven into the dynamics of his deft guitar playing. Rhythmically complex yet supremely effortless, the music collected here stems from three albums Mário released in Luanda in the 1980s that reflect his diverse range of influences, from traditional Angolan and West African rhythms to European jazz and classical instrumentation. It is united by a sense of low-key beauty, whether on the chugging opener ‘Kazum-zum-zum’, the jazz-funk keys of ‘Lembrança Dum Velho’, or the twinkling, late-night poly-rhythms of ‘Kizomba Kya Kisanji’.\" - Time Capsule\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremastered at half-speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes printed insert w\/ extensive liner notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Time Capsule 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mario Rui Silva","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":43568814817370,"sku":"fr-5652","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/marioruisilva-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1790867173"},{"product_id":"kyoko-koizumi-fade-out-remixes-import-soichi-terada-vinyl-12","title":"Kyoko Koizumi: Fade Out Remixes (Import, Soichi Terada) Vinyl 12\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Kyoko Koizumi’s 'danceable kayōkyoku' that ignited the late ’80s club scene returns at last. A long-awaited vinyl release featuring previously unreleased mixes. Originally produced by Haruo Chikada in 1989 under the tagline 'Bringing house music into the living room,' Fade Out is a seminal work from the dawn of Japan’s club culture, gaining strong support around the legendary Shibaura GOLD scene. Today, Fade Out stands as a core title within the revival of 'Japanese techno kayō,' a movement currently being rediscovered by European diggers and DJs. This highly anticipated 12-inch vinyl release includes the 2026 remastered original version, along with rare and previously unreleased remixes by an exceptional lineup of artists including Haruo Chikada, Soichi Terada, and Hiroshi Fujiwara.\" - UMAA Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack 12\" vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1989\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: UMAA Inc. 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kyoko Koizumi","offers":[{"title":"12\" Vinyl","offer_id":43568818749530,"sku":"dm-6191","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/kyokokoizumi-fade-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1792596739"},{"product_id":"idris-muhammad-power-of-soul-import-180g-colored-vinyl-vinyl-lp","title":"Idris Muhammad: Power Of Soul (Import, 180g, Colored Vinyl) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e \"Loran's Dance.\"\u003c\/i\u003e Sampled by everyone from \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Beastie Boys Music on Vinyl LP + Merchandise\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?\u0026amp;q=beastie%20boys\u0026amp;filter=Brand\/Manufacturer\/Artist_fq:%22Beastie%20Boys%22\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeastie Boys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003eFatboy Slim\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"DJ Shadow Music on Vinyl LP\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?\u0026amp;q=dj%20shadow\u0026amp;filter=Brand\/Manufacturer\/Artist_fq:%22Dj%20Shadow%22\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDJ Shadow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the track is certainly the highlight of \u003ci\u003ePower of Soul\u003c\/i\u003e. The 1974 album from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Idris+Muhammad\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdris Muhammad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, however, contains so much more, each cut full of that signature groove the jazz percussionist is so respected for. \"Piece of Mind\" is a deep piece of jazz soul, and the slightly uptempo \"The Saddest Thing\" is also a moving fusion number. Produced by \u003cstrong\u003eCreed Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e, features \u003cstrong\u003eJoe Beck\u003c\/strong\u003e on the guitar, \u003cstrong\u003eRandy Brecker\u003c\/strong\u003e on the trumpet, and \u003cstrong\u003eGrover Washington, Jr\u003c\/strong\u003e. on the saxophone, with arrangement and keys courtesy of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Bob James Music on Vinyl LP\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?\u0026amp;q=bob%20james\u0026amp;filter=Brand\/Manufacturer\/Artist_fq:%22Bob%20James%22\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBob James\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180g white colored vinyl\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Music On Vinyl 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by rei kwondo 03\/2018\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Idris Muhammad","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43647571427418,"sku":"fr-5662","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/idrismuhammad-power-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1790283861"},{"product_id":"studio-g-natures-world-jazz-dispensary-series-splatter-colored-vinyl-vinyl-lp","title":"The Electro Quartet: Nature's World (Jazz Dispensary, Studio G)(Splatter Colored Vinyl) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Stepping deeper into the portal opened by the acclaimed 2025 compilation Dream a Dream with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=jazz+dispensary\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudio G\u003c\/a\u003e, Nature's World showcases the library music collective's synth-ridden melodies crafted for nature documentaries that zigzag between the grandiose awe of a volcanic explosion, to the psychedelic serenity of a bug resting on a lily pad. Returning to vinyl after 4 decades, this Jazz Dispensary reissue comes pressed on a splatter vinyl LP.\" - Craft Recordings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'terratopia' splatter colored vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Craft Recordings 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Electro Quartet","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":44009562210394,"sku":"lp-19152","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/electric-studiog-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1792596551"},{"product_id":"z-factor-jesse-saunders-dance-party-album-colored-vinyl-vinyl-lp","title":"Z-Factor \u0026 Jesse Saunders: Dance Party Album (Colored Vinyl) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eZ-Factor's Dance Party is considered to be the very first full length house record,\u003c\/i\u003e but because of the rarity of the original Mitchbal pressing (only 500 pressed in 1984) most of us haven't had the chance to truly appreciate this important recording on vinyl until now. The band was birthed in Chicago around 1982 (lead by a young \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Jesse+Saunders+Chicago+house\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJesse Saunders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eVince Lawrence\u003c\/strong\u003e) and were creating diverse \"disco\" tracks influenced by the European synth-driven disco, italo, and heavy 808 rhythms of Hot Mix 5's WBMX mix shows at the time. The end result was the stuff that the \"house\" sound came from. Hear for yourself the classics \"I Am The DJ\" and \"Fantasy\" with Screamin' Rachel, the driving sounds of \"Fast Cars\" and \"My Ride ,\" and the slow burning \"Thorn.\" \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/collections\/the-numero-group?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Numero+Group\u0026amp;_psid=9bfda43f3\u0026amp;_ss=e\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNumero Group\u003c\/a\u003e has finally given the album a repressing that it deserves - crispy and clean sleeve with matching yellow vinyl. 7 tracks total, recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'duck yellow' colored vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes printed insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1984\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Numero Group 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by snackmaster 08\/2008\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Z-Factor \u0026 Jesse Saunders","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":44144094543962,"sku":"dm-6226","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/zfactor-danceparty-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1792435969"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/collections\/labhead-selections-10-22-26.oembed","provider":"TurntableLab.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}