Browse by Label: STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)

Artist:	KRUDER & DORFMEISTER
Title:	DJ KICKS
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 046CD

"The first ever mix by Europe's hottest downtempo production team, Kruder & Dorfmeister. To get away from the one track after another compilation format, K&D took their finished mix to Halvis Super Sound in Vienna where they smoked and tweaked until they achieved arguably the finest mix of trip hop and jungle ever to be digitized." 72 minutes of dubbed-down mixology, the downtempo classic of the mix-album era, featuring tracks from labels like Ninja Tune, Creativewax, Cup of Tea, Moving Shadow, G-Stone, Cheap, etc.

Artist:	NICOLETTE
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 054CD

Nicolette is a vocalist known for her work with Massive Attack and her solo album Let No One Live Rent Free In Your Head (which featured production from the likes of Plaid, Alec Empire, DJ Krust & Roni Size, & Dego). She has been referred to as "the Billy Holiday of Acid"! "A joyful manifesto for diversity. Soft house, hard techno, ambient textures, frantic breakbeats, trip hoppy vibes and the cream of contemporary drum 'n' bass all find their place in this unpredictable excursion across the dancefloors of today. Selected by Nicolette and segued with the assistance of the production duo Plaid." Features tracks by Doc Scott, Nav Katze, Alec Empire, Roni Size, Aphex Twin, Shizuo, many more.

Artist:	ROCKERS HI-FI
Title:	DJ Kicks -- The Black Album
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 056CD

English trio led by the ragga toasting Farda P. Features tracks from Small Fish With Spine (Riz Maslen), Kid Loops lbs., Snooze vs. DJ Cam, Deep Space Network, Prince Far I, Cee-Mix, Rhythm & Sound w/ Tikiman, T. Power, Dr. Israel vs. Loop, etc. Emphasis on deep dub-centric sounds, quite a bit different than other volumes of DJ Kicks to date. "and in the centre, face hidden but voice coming strong, stands farda p, mic m.c.: master of ceremonies, mission controller, manipulator of chat, with the tape a-rolling, lyrics fly, rhythms and rhymes collide and ride as the ruffneck original conquering krew (echo rhythm & sound) take you through the 71 minutes and 06 seconds of this epic voyage into sound."

Artist:	ISHII, KEN
Title:	X-MIX: Fast Forward & Rewind
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 057CD

8th volume of K7's X-Mix series. "Known primarily for producing and spinning straight up techno, this release marks Ken's foray into the increasingly popular 'freestyle' set. When listening to a freestyle set you'll find yourself moving from drum 'n' bass to electro to techno to house and quite frankly wherever the DJ's taste and dexterity take the set; and if you have never had the good fortune of hearing Ken Ishii spin a live set, Fast Forward & Rewind will be a revelation." Features tracks by Basement Jaxx, Jedi Knights, Coldcut, Buckfunk 3000, Locust, Jake Slazenger, Squarepusher, Flare, etc.

Artist:	VA
Title:	Freestyle Files Vol. 4: Crackers Delight
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$18.00
Catalog #:	K7 069CD

"In it's fourth session, The Freestyle Files once again delivers an exceptional collection of down-tempo ditties. Crackers Delight features tracks from Gentle People, Drum Island, Tipsy vs. Curd Duca, Max 404, Gumix, Terranova, Depth Charge and the slammin' Rare Force remix of Ryuichi Sakamoto's 'Anger'. Modern Hip Hop beats are represented here as well by the Midnight Funk Association, Raw Deal and Andrea Parker. The electronic new school also makes it's presence known with tracks by the German group Kreidler, the Finnish Pan Sonic feat. Alan Vega, Berlin-based Pole and Bjork's exceptional keyboardist Leila."

Artist:	PARKER, ANDREA
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 071CD

"At age 26 Andrea Parker is already one of the most glamorous and visionary personalities of today's electronic music scene. Andrea Parker is uncompromising. She defies stereotypes and limits and she exceeds her goals beyond ordinary expectations. Andrea Parker has released records under many of the premier electronic music labels, such as R&S, Infonet and Andrew Weatherall's Sabrettes. Her incredible talents were then wooed by James Lavell to cult label Mo'Wax. She has remixed artists such as Depeche Mode, Lamb, the Orb, Ryuichi Sakamoto and the godfather of minimal music, Steve Reich. Her rendition of DJ Kicks is a deep grooving mixed phantasm, melting hip hop, old school electro, breakbeats, and classic tracks into an amazing trip through the history of electro." Opening with her unbelievably deep mix of Depeche Mode(!) this is a freestyle classic and one of the essential DJ Kicks volumes. Also features tracks from Dr. Octagon, Piece (Planet E), Reminiscense Quartet, 69, Man Parrish, Gescom, G-File, C.O.D., Renegade Soundwave, Afrika Bambaataa and the Soulsonic Force, Sons of the Subway, Space DJ'z, Model 500, Dopplereffekt, DJ Panic, Voigt Kampff, Drexciya & Andrea Parker.

Artist:	KEMISTRY & STORM
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 074CD

First mix release by the UK female jungle duo, who are also known for running Goldie's Metalheadz label by day. Tracks from Dom & Roland, John B., The Architex + DJ Loxy, Test, Digital & Spirit, DJ Die, Bill Riley, Sci-Cline, Decoder, Goldie, Jonny L, Primary Motive, J Majik, Absolute Zero & Subphonics. "Throughout the K7 mix, the breakflow switches from pacy and punchy to rigidfied mekanik. As sluggish as wet cement, yet as treacherous as quickand, digital rhythm is industrialized to extreme densities, processed past the timbral spectrum of metal, reinforced to the tonecolour of concrete. Bass is synthesized from analogue frequencies, welded together until they concuss, forfields tweaked to emit hostile tones that warm with sullen anger." -- Kodwo Eshun.

Artist:	KID LOCO
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 081CD

"DJ Kicks features 18 tracks of pure downtempo bliss as interpreted by Kid Loco. Featuring tracks by Jazzanova, Underworld, Boards of Canada, Lisa Germano, and a brand new exclusive track by the spliffed out Kid Loco himself entitled, 'Flyin on 747'." Tracklisting: Kid Loco "Don't You Know I'm Loco", The Bill Wells Octet vs Future Pilot AKA "Om Namah Shivaya", J Swinscoe Pres The Cinematic Orchestra "Continuum", Emperors New Clothes "Dark Light (Underdog Mix)", The Ted Howler Rhythm Combo "Mr Flakey", DJ Vadim "Theme from Conquest of?(Remix)", Jazzanova "Introspection", Common Ground "Dark Soul", Underworld "Blueski", Grantby "Grimble", Deep Season " Jesus Christ Almighty (Remix)", Boards of Canada "Happy Cycling", Pelding "One", Tom Tyler "Attitude Adjuster", Tongue "Culture Consumers", Lisa Germano "Lovesick (Underdog Remix)", Stereotyp "Slo Jo", Kid Loco "Flyin on 747".

Artist:	STEREO MC'S
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 082CD

"It's been seven long years since they released their last worldwide hit album Connected but you could say that the formidably enterprising unit of Rob Birch and Nick 'The Head' Hallam known as the Stereo MC's have never really been away. This year marks a return to more public circles. In the midst of recording their new album, they were invited by Stud!o K7 to join the prestigious DJ Kicks series. Consisting of twenty-five tracks, this installment is one of the most innovative out of the entire series? Inside the covers of the CD are overlooked or forgotten gems like Kool G Rap & DJ Polo's 'Road To The Riches' or 'Poppa Large' from the Ultramagnetic MCs, newer classics from the Associates or the Stereos' Brixton neighbors, 57th Dynasty. You'll also find obscure nuggets like the Mike Theodore Orchestra's 'Moon Trek', Oil's 'Slight Of Hand', and between them, there's also 'Rhino' parts 1, 2 and 3 -? all new material from the Stereos themselves. Ultimately, though, the Stereo MC's wanted to keep it simple, to get back to the heart of what motivates, excites and energises them as musicians, fans and record-buyers. 'We'd never done it before because we don't really consider being DJ's as the main thing we do, but it's something we enjoy. These records are a part of our record collection, and that was the mood we were in that day. And that's how it is with music. It's really a live turntable mix, and that's how we wanted to keep it."

Artist:	FUNKSTÖRUNG
Title:	Multiple Grammy Winners
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$6.50
Catalog #:	K7 087CDEP

"Post album single from the Fakesch/Deluca duo. 4 versions of the song 'Multiple Grammy Winner' by Funkstörung ('Best Unique Original', 'Best Ultratec Instrumentalism', 'Best Powerfunk Beat Attack', and 'Best Gigarhythmic Complexity'), by Funkstörung. Presents slight variations in theme, gradually advancing percussive motifs & digital wankery. CD features a bonus Funkstörung 'video' (essentially the brilliant Designer's Republic album graphics set to motion) which is slightly less appealing in its onscreen 1024x768 compressed quicktime .mov format than the pure-ink hued printed artifact but still stirring nonetheless. Sarcastic anti-sales agenda ("Buy this, Not that. More Sales = more Cash = Bigger Bribes = More Votes = Grammy Winners!") undoubtedly dreamed up by tDR tends to make one a bit uneasy. Rather professional." -- Hrvatski. Limited stock.

Artist:	RAE & CHRISTIAN
Title:	Sleepwalking
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	K7 096CD

"Manchester's brightest production team have been relentlessly working on their new Stud!o K7 Sleepwalking album for the last 12 months. The Rae & Christian sound has undoubtedly progressed. Due to their extensive experience playing live, the sound has become more musical. Possibly, because they know their instruments and equipment better than ever and possibly their new wealth of live experience solidified their creative partnership even further. Nevertheless, their individual talents -- Mark Rae as DJ, beat merchant and lyricist and Steve Christian as the music maker and production-wizard, have become more versatile. Their magical ability to combine Hip Hop ethics with traditional song writing skills combined with 21st century production technology has become more refined."

Artist:	TRUBY TRIO
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 104CD

"The latest installment in the prestigious DJ Kicks series comes from the Nu Jazz crew Trüby Trio, and features an exciting journey into the world of Club Jazz, Brazilian Beats, Latin Funk and House. Together with Christian Prommer and Roland Appel (whom also have many distinguished releases under the name Fauna Flash), Rainer Trüby founded the Trüby Trio. Rainer Trüby is an internationally recognized DJ. Plus, Roland and Christian are a strong creative force in the Nu Jazz scene via their Fauna Flash moniker."

Artist:	TRUBY TRIO
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	2LP
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	K7 104LP

Double LP version. "The latest installment in the prestigious DJ Kicks series comes from the Nu Jazz crew Trüby Trio, and features an exciting journey into the world of Club Jazz, Brazilian Beats, Latin Funk and House. Together with Christian Prommer and Roland Appel (whom also have many distinguished releases under the name Fauna Flash), Rainer Trüby founded the Trüby Trio. Rainer Trüby is an internationally recognized DJ. Plus, Roland and Christian are a strong creative force in the Nu Jazz scene via their Fauna Flash moniker."

Artist:	RUCKER, URSULA
Title:	Supa Sista
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 106CD

"There is a new sound emerging from Philadelphia. Ursula Rucker's debut album Supa Sista strikes an intricate balance between new jazz, hip-hop and Philly soul -- all infused with poetic vision. Since 1994, performance and recording artist, Ursula Rucker has collaborated with some of the most innovative artists in music. Admired and respected for recordings with 4 Hero, Jamaladeen Tacuma, King Britt, The Silent Poets, Josh Wink, and Bahamadia, Ursula has also been honored to close The Roots three studio Albums. Supa Sista is a departure from Ursula's previous work as she pushes lyrical poetry to places it's never been by fusing multiple genres. Throughout Supa Sista, she flexes her skills as a song writer, lyricist and vocalist. Touching on subjects ranging from womanhood, the state of black music, love lost, and child abuse, Ursula teamed with an array of producers to create an unprecedented effort that is entertaining, provocative and socially conscious."

Artist:	TOSCA
Title:	Different Tastes Of Honey (Remixes)
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$16.00
Catalog #:	K7 118CD

"After the success of their Opera and Suzuki albums, Tosca's Richard Dorfmeister and Rupert Huber return with an afterburner, the essential collection of remixes. With the upcoming domestic release of Suzuki In Dub as well, this is the season for Tosca. On this outing, the choice cut is 'Honey,' a tune that rocked radio, clubs and hi-fi sets alike. Here it melts into an all-new variety of flavors via an international squad of remixers including Faze Action, Funky Lowlives, Only Child, and Markus Kienzl of the Sofa Surfers. A landmark tune made by pioneering figures of the European downtempo scene, Tosca's 'Honey' deserves nothing less than the all-star treatment it receives on this record. Sultry and sexy, these musically diverse remixes will quickly become a personal soundtrack, a fixture on the stereo at home, in the car, and on the go." Last copies.

Artist:	PEACE ORCHESTRA
Title:	Reset
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	K7 125CD

"Reset? Another remix compilation? A bunch of recycled sounds that can't possibly top the originals? It may sound a bit suspect, but keep in mind that the core of this project is Peter Kruder's 1999 Peace Orchestra album, nothing less than a landmark- a piece of pure musical genius. If Reset's new versions can't outdo this, it just means that it's hard to climb Mount Everest. But these remixes are still better than 99.9% of comparable output. In other words, no worries: Reset will set any Hi-Fi system on fire. As you would expect from a perfectionist like Herr Kruder, Reset's cast of remixers reads like a whoâs-who of dope producers. The mixes follow the chronology of the original album, mellowing out its primary futureshock, morphing Peace Orchestra faves like 'Shining', 'The Man,' or 'Double Drums' into new monsters of rhythm. Silicon Boogie, Broken Soul, Latinaire Digital or Meta Dope Beats: it is all here. You'll find the big name talent, like Brazilian-beats hero Rainer Trby alongside tastemaker favorites Gotan Project, Chateau Flight, Raw Deal and the fabulous Zero dB. But it's the quiet talent, like Kosma, Guillaume Bouillard and the outstanding DJ DSL that make this album tick. Enough earcandy for the advanced listener as well as the lounge guerilla."

Artist:	PLAYGROUP
Title:	DJ Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 127CD

"Originally a graphic designer, Jackson first gained musical acclaim as the mastermind behind hip hop act The Brotherhood and the founder of seminal label Bite It!. In 2001, Playgroup released its self-titled debut album, unleashing a flurry of acclaim. Mashing up funk, punk, hip hop and new wave into a funky bouillabaisse of beats with guest appearances by reggae star Shinehead, indie pioneer Edwyn Collins, and Le Tigres Kathleen Hanna, the Playgroup project is positive and uplifting music with an underground feel and some serious pop appeal. For his DJ Kicks installment, Trevor Jackson came up with a selection that reflects many of his musical influences from the past. You'll find all time heroes like the Human League and KC Flightt as well as current hot shots like New York's Metro Area and no-wave revivalists The Rapture, original punk-funksters The Flying Lizards, Manchesters J-Walk, and the wicked I:Cube Mix of Ana Rago. Trevor Jackson blends music from more than two decades of club and dance culture into a superbly funked up mix."

Artist:	VA
Title:	Funkstörung Presents MAS:Confusion
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 137CD

"Born out a box full of demos sitting in Musik Aus Strom label head Michael Fakesch's house, MAS Confusion announces the return of one of Germany's most highly respected outlets for experimental electronic music. Founded by Fakesch and Funkstorung collaborator Chris De Luca, Musik Aus Strom has been responsible for a small but immensely influential body of music, most of which has only been available in extremely limited vinyl editions. Now, after a brief hiatus, Musik Aus Strom is back with its first-ever compilation, a collection of what Fakesch describes as 'future talent' including some of the best tunes submitted to the label as well as some incredible contributions commissioned by Funckarma, who are also featured on MAS Confusion. Overseen by glitch-hop pioneers Funkstorung, the selection of tracks on MAS Confusion represents the international scope of the experimental underground. Featuring both established and unknown talents from across Europe and the United States, MAS Confusion is assembled around what can only be described as a shared vibe." Artists include: Metamatics, Lusine Icl, Stars As Eyes, Xela, Autophonic, Adam Johnson, Funckarma, Quench, Tomato Weirdo, Michael Fakesch, Mr. Pojectile.

Artist:	VA
Title:	K7150
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 150CD

"This release only contains the double CD. Always ahead of the curve, !K7 Records has been one of the most defiantly eclectic labels in electronic music. Whether it's house, downtempo, hip-hop, electro or minimal techno, the instantly recognizable exclamation point logo has become a symbol that represents exceptional music. The simple series number says it all: This is not just another compilation, but something special. !K7 Records' 150th release is a milestone and a celebration. More precisely, !K7150 is not only a retrospective of this legendary label's seminal artists and releases and a survey of it's current roster, but a peek into where things are headed." Artists: Ursula Rucker, Nicolette, Nick Holder, Guy Called Gerald feat. Louise Rhodes, Recloose feat. Dwele, Herbert feat. Dani Siciliano, Smith & Mighty feat. Tammy Payne, Earl Zinger, Rae & Christian feat. Bobby Womack, Vikter Duplaix, Shantel, Kruder & Dorfmeister, Spacek feat. Tweed, Tosca, Playgroup, Ghost Cauldron, Funkstorung, Mike Ladd, Herbert feat. Dani Siciliano, Princess Superstar, Peace Orchestra, Tiga, Terranova feat. M. Ladd, Funkstorung feat. Jay Jay Johanson, Swayzak feat. C. Dietrich, Swayzak feat. Adult, Ghost Cauldron feat. Apani B Fly, Terranova feat. Ari Up.

Artist:	SICILIANO, DANI
Title:	Likes...
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	K7 156CD

"The voice of Dani Siciliano will be familiar to many of you, as her distinctive jazz coloured tones have been heard on the remarkable albums of Matthew Herbert. Many of his most memorable songs, and live shows, have been enhanced in no small part by Dani's vocal performances. This is only one facet of Dani's work; as you'll hear when you listen to this, her debut, solo album. This is a song based vocal album that uses the relationship of technology and sampling in combination with live instrumentation. Dani's approach to song writing and recording is beautifully original, however the tracks on Likes... are still based on the wordplay and hooks of great pop music. Each song has a unique character and the surrounding productions have been tailored to fit each one perfectly. Dani has an extraordinary musical world-view. Informed in equal parts by jazz and soul, punk and country, go-go and hip-hop and of course house and electronica. Fragments of all these can be heard on Likes...."

Artist:	ØYE, ERLEND
Title:	DJ-Kicks
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 161CD

"The job title of DJ may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of Erlend Oye. The singer, songwriter and indie pop star behind Kings Of Convenience has only owned a set of turntables for a few months, but despite all this, Erlend Oye the DJ is anything but a joke. With his compilation for the latest installment of the DJ-Kicks series, the Berlin-residing Norwegian not only redefines the DJ mix, but unleashes a monster set of leftfield party tunes as well. In a certain way, Oye brings to mind DJ-Kicks alumns like Kruder & Dorfmeister, however, where they enriched their mixes in the studio using dub effects, keyboard overlays and distortions, Erlend Oye takes to the microphone. Having re-sung nine songs for this mix, Erlend deftly blurs the line between a DJ mix and a full on artist album. Three of these are so far unreleased compositions of his own and the other six are cover versions of tunes by Elvis, Bananarama, Pet Shop Boys and others. Erlend's selection for his DJ-Kicks draws from the best of both the dance and rock worlds. NYC dance rockers The Rapture are here, as are French house heads Phoenix, Japanese quirk-rock master Cornelius and electronica stars Royksopp. While this type of eclecticism is a constant in the DJ-Kicks series, few have left as distinctive a mark on their mixes as Erlend Oye."

Artist:	FUNKSTÖRUNG
Title:	Disconnected
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 162CD

"Known for orchestrated, electronic deconstruction, and unrestrained hip hop acrobatics, their new album Disconnected holds true to the Funkstörung coda while simultaneously revealing the duo's passion for pop music in the form of acoustic instruments and dynamic vocals. With an amazing cast of vocalists and their unparalleled production style, Funkstörung have created a jilted, electronic pop masterpiece deeply rooted in leftfield electro and next-level hip-hop. German vocalist Enik is featured on four of the album's tracks, but you'd never know as he transforms from soul singer to indie-rocker, depending on the song. Smoldering vocals are present throughout the album with vocal contributions from Lamb's Lou Rhodes as well as Sarah Jay, best known as one of the voices of Massive Attack's Mezzanine album. Just because they've revealed their love for vocal pop, the men of Funkstörung have certainly not forsaken their affinity for hip-hop. New York MC Tes, who records for Warp's Lex Records flows furiously on 'Chopping Heads' and 'Fat Camp Feva' while Rob Sonic of Sonicsum and German beatboxer Mark Boombastic also tear up tracks on their own. Longtime fans will be surprised and refreshed by the evolution of the trademark Funkstörung sound while an entirely new audience will no doubt be dazzled by the complex pop and funk-fuelled electronics of Disconnected."

Artist:	SWAYZAK
Title:	Loops From the Bergerie
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 166CD

"David 'Brun' Brown and James Taylor, as the British duo Swayzak, created the definition of minimal dub-techno with a penchant for vocals. What began with 'Snowboarding in Argentina', developed further with 'Himawari' and reached a climax with 'Dirty Dancing' now receives the fourth much-expected title, 'Loops from The Bergerie'. This marks the first time that Swayzak have taken the step of bringing live vocals to the stage and underlines even more the importance of vocals in their songs. Loops From the Bergerie points the way forward for Swayzak. What may look like a retro step backwards technically proves to be a musical step forward. This sign of maturity, with a deep-rooted sound, raises the Brits from laptop heroes to real producers. Swayzak has finally come of age."

Artist:	SMITH & MIGHTY
Title:	Retrospective
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 172CD

"The story of Rob Smith and Ray Mighty, more commonly known as Smith & Mighty, began long before the world became fascinated with Bristol as the central source of the best downtempo and drum & bass the electronic music world has seen to date. It was the innovative precedent that Smith & Mighty brought to Bristol's music community, helping launch artists such as Massive Attack, Roni Size, Portishead and Tricky into the international spotlight. Due to a major label contract dispute, much of their early work was previously unavailable to their fans. This collection is an excellent sampling of their unique ability to combine elements of dub, reggae, R&B, hip hop, and drum & bass into a seamless mix ready to rock any dancefloor around the world. Retrospective collects classic tracks from as far back as 1989's 'Wishing on A Star,' which perfectly exemplifies their echo chamber experiments developed during their work with Adrian Sherwood's On U Sound collective in the mid 80s. With classic tracks from their last three artist albums as well as singles previously unavailable on CD, this collection is sure to please the fans and convert the previously unconverted to utter obsession."

Artist:	A GUY CALLED GERALD
Title:	To All Things What They Need
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	K7 173CD

"Since the late eighties A Guy Called Gerald has been a force in the world of electronic music. When the history of postmodern dance music is written he is ubiquitous: his visions, his stylistic versatility, and musical open mindedness had a huge influence on the development of global dance culture. Very early on he experimented with techno and acid house and helped pioneer the style that was later called drum n'bass. And now the man from Manchester presents his newest album, To All Things What They Need. Again, A Guy Called Gerald has produced a piece of sonic innovation. For To All Things What They Need, A Guy Called Gerald freed himself from all musical barriers and genre fixations. The groove fundament on which his melodies rest freely varies from track to track, ignoring the common rhythmic formats. Masterly, A Guy Called Gerald fuses oriental harmony fragments with electronic sounds, combining the spoken word poetry of Ursula Rucker with a jazz beat or diving into beat-free musical depths where an intense, soulful sensation reverberates. To All Things What They Need is an album that is shaped by a gentle and deep atmosphere that exudes an irresistible sensuality."

Artist:	DIAMOND, BENJAMIN
Title:	Let's Get High
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$8.00
Catalog #:	K7 176EP

"Surprise! Benjamin Diamond, whose refined voice once graced Stardust's worldwide hit 'Music Sounds Better With You', proves that with this amazing song from his forthcoming second album Out Of Myself, the music in 2005 will actually, definitely sound better. With him. 'Let's Get High' is an instant classic, not just a dance classic but a pop song that in its ingenious nonchalant catchiness could be, or rather MUST be, THE summer hit of 2005. Think Air, think Phoenix, think Franz Ferdinand and think Pixies, forget all of this again and then it's best if you don't think at all, just feel instead -- the intelligent emotion, the euphoric warmth, the powerful, radiant music. Is it the pop event of this year? Yes. Is it a catchy tune? Yes. Is it a track that you cant get Out of your head? Yes. Is it the forerunner of a fantastic future classic album? Yes."

Artist:	RUCKER, URSULA
Title:	Ma'at Mama
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	K7 194CD

"Supa Sista, Ursula Rucker's 2001 !K7 debut launched a talented poet out the gate as a solo artist with the affirmation of a strong lyrical voice. Then came Silver and Lead in 2003, a riveting exploration of self, woman and Black, with an assembly of producers. With Ma'at Mama, Rucker shows a new level of maturity in her writing. It's clear that she harnesses emotions in song to get through the daily grind. She explores socio-political points of race, class, culture, religion and gender, with steel-cut precision. True to form, Rucker's albums are poetry in motion, guided by a time signature that speaks to the human experience with honesty and poignancy."

Artist:	SWAYZAK
Title:	Route de la Slack: Remixes & Rarities
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 195CD

"A collection of remixes and previously unreleased tracks entitled Remixes & Rarities to celebrate the group's tremendous recording history. The first disc contains 12 of Swayzak's best remixes, featuring reworkings of songs by Senor Coconut, Theorem, Will Saul and many more. Swayzak's remixes are as distinctive as the original works; their dark interpretation of Slam's 'Human' has a completely different style than the vocal techno remix of Tahiti 80's 'Changes.' Swayzak is known for taking a well known song like 'Random Access Memory' by Bergheim 34 or 'Smoke On The Water' by Senor Coconut and reinventing the track, transfixing critics and dancefloors alike. The second CD concentrates on Swayzak's past. It includes previously unreleased rarities from 1994 to 2005."

Artist:	VA
Title:	DJ-Kicks: The Exclusives
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 200CD

"!K7 Records' 200th release is as much milestone as celebration. It's a retrospective of the label's seminal series, DJ-Kicks, the featured artists in the series, and the timeless exclusive tracks they delivered for it. After the 25th installment of the DJ-Kicks series, we decided it was time for a little celebration. We collected the exclusively recorded tracks that each compiler created for their DJ-Kicks albums, songs that were able to stand alone, such as Tiga's 'Hot In Herre,' Playgroup's 'Behind the Wheel' or Kruder and Dorfmeister's 'Black Baby.' We put together an exclusive mix of these exclusives, a collection of some of our favorite DJ-Kicks creations." Artists include: Kruder & Dorfmeister, DJ Cam, Terranova, Thievery Corporation, Kid Loco, Truby Trio, Vikter Duplaix, Playgroup, Tiga, Chicken Lips, Erlend Øye, The Glimmers, Annie, Carl Craig.

Artist:	SICILIANO, DANI
Title:	Slappers
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	K7 201CD

"Slappers solidifies Dani Siciliano's position as one of the most passionate and original voices today. Gliding through house, disco, blues, pop, electronica, soul, and even a little country with wit, verve and honesty, Slappers is an album that captures you with its melody before teasing you with its meaning. This isn't a techno record or a dance record. Slappers is comparable to a singer/songwriter record written on the strings of a guitar, but like innovators before her, Dani prefers the 0s and 1s of electronics to balance out her voice and give the album a singular feel. Primarily through her work with Matthew Herbert, Dani Siciliano has become one of electronic music's most recognizable voices. On Slappers, Dani did much of the production herself, but in return for her many contributions to his work, Herbert shared some of the production duties."

Artist:	SICILIANO, DANI
Title:	Why Can't I Make You High
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	7"
Price:	$5.50
Catalog #:	K7 201EP

"Dani Siciliano, the sultry voice on many of Matthew Herbert's releases, has already proven herself with her solo debut. She is far more than just a singer -- her writing, composition and production are all worthy of our respect. The 7" "Why Can't I Make You High" is an outtake from her forthcoming sophomore album Slappers, that shows a totally different, countrified side of Dani. This infectious tune is backed up with 'Who's Blues,' which in fact repeats the A-side's lyrics over a much more moody and atmospheric track."

Artist:	BAJOU, BOOZOO
Title:	Juke Joint II
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	K7 205CD

"Boozoo Bajou make a welcome return after last year's critically acclaimed Dust My Broom album with a follow up to their applauded 2003 compilation Juke Joint. It was well worth the wait as the downbeat dubheads once again managed to line up a smoking array of quality tracks showcasing their intrinsic affinity for all things 'roots,' whether reggae, soul, blues, folk, jazz or original R&B. Underplaying the mixing in their trademark laidback style they still manage to compile the varying rhythms and musical styles into the perfect summer soundtrack. Highlights include Alice Russel, The Meters, Mark Rae, Nicole Willis, Hanne Hukkelberg and John Holt as well as two exclusive new Boozoo Bajou cuts."

Artist:	FUNKSTÖRUNG
Title:	Additional Productions
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$16.00
Catalog #:	K7 R028CD

"Funkstörung first crossed paths when German Michael Fakesch and Italian Chris de Luca met at a techno club in Rosenheim. Their first 6 productions were mainstream techno tracks released under the cult Dutch label Bunker (run by Unit Moebius) under the name Musik Aus Strom. Dissatisfied with the progress with their music with Bunker Records, the hotheaded duo decided to start their own label to gain more control over their releases. During their restructuring, they decided upon the name Funkstörung (meaning 'radio interference') as their production outfit, and assumed the name Musik Aus Strom ('electrical music') as their label name. During those years they developed enormously as musicians, elevating their production style from typical Den-Haag hardcore to more musical listening techno or ambient music. Their complex sound arrangements involve up to 400 different sounds/effects per song, and soon Funkstörung was being labeled as the German equivalents of Autechre." Features their infamous remixes of Visit Venus, East Flatbush Project, Various Artists, Bjork, Finitribe, Wu Tang Clan, S'Apex, plus an exclusive collaborative track with DJ Craze.

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Artist:	VA
Title:	Freestyle Files Vol. 2
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$18.00
Catalog #:	K7 053CD

Artist:	VOOM VOOM
Title:	Roger
Label:	STUD!O K7 (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$9.00
Catalog #:	K7 198EP