What in the hell is country funk you ask? The answer is a complicated one, in part due to the fact that Country Funk is an inherently defiant genre, escaping all efforts at easy categorization. The style encompasses the elation of gospel with the sexual thrust of the blues, country hoedown harmony with inner city grit. It is alternately playful and melancholic, slow jammin’, and booty shakin’. It is both studio slick and barroom raw. And while these all may seem unlikely combinations at first glance, upon close listen, it all makes sweet sense. Light In The Attic presents Country Funk 1969-1975, a melting pot concoction of the music of Dale Hawkins, John Randolph Marr, Cherokee, Johnny Adams, Mac Davis, Bob Darin, Jim Ford, Gray Fox, Link Wray, Bobby Charles, Tony Joe White, Dennis The Fox, Larry Jon Wilson, Bobbie Gentry, Gritz, and Johnny Jenkins.

Featuring extensive liner notes by Jessica Hundley (MOJO, The New York Times, Vogue), original album/label artwork, and new illustrations by Jess Rotter (JessRotter.com, Rotter & Friends), this down home package is not only a treat for the ears, but a feast for the eyes. Think of this as a fantasyland where the Josie-era Meters back young Elvis singing Kris Kristofferson-penned slices of rustic American life and you’ll begin to understand the country funk vibe. It’s from the swamp to the city and all points in between.

All tracks newly re-mastered
Features rare cuts by Bob Darin, Gray Fox, Dennis The Fox, Cherokee, Gritz and more
2xLP housed in a deluxe Stoughton “Tip-On” jacket with liner notes insert, along with Jess Rotter’s illustrations
CD with 24-page booklet with liner notes plus Jess Rotter’s illustrations

UPCOMING: Dam-Funk - I Don't Wanna Be A Star 12" (STONES THROW)

Written By 1 - August 07 2012

Due out October 2012, to pre-order please contact us at info@conch.co.nz

[Via FactMag]

Stones Throw have announced a new EP from DâM-FunK.

I Don’t Wanna Be A Star will be released in October 2012, and features four new tracks by the LA boogie king, including a cover of Prince‘s ’17 Days’. To whet your appetite, DâM has made a previously unreleased track, ‘Happy’, available for free download [above]. Of the track, which does not appear on the forthcoming EP, he says: “No rocket science. Just a straight up summer ‘glide’ 4 U.”

I Don’t Wanna marks FunK’s first solo release of 2012; earlier this year he collaborated with fellow West Coaster Ariel Pink on a cover of Donnie Emerson’s ‘Baby’. You can stream that here.

Tracklist: 1. I Don’t Wanna Be A Star! (12″ mix) 2. 17 Days 3. Fadin’ 4. New Knock

SOUNDVISION REGGAE FESTIVAL: MUSICALLY MAD

Written By 1 - August 06 2012

Musically Mad 12th August 7.30 Director: Ken Folke

MUSICALLY MAD takes you into the hearts and heads of the singers and soundmen, the backbone of the UK roots reggae sound systems. With them they bring the deepest bass and the highest chants, delivered by massive stacks of speakers and custom-built sound equipment. For some, attending a sound system dance is a religious experience, channelled through the music and the message. For others it`s the natural way to connect with the music they love. Either way, sound system culture is growing and changing.

From their humble beginnings in the backyards of Kingston, Jamaica, sound systems were brought along by Carribean immigrants, gradually gaining a strong following in the UK. As David Katz included extensive essay "Steel Horns And Bass Bins In Blighty" concludes, the dances were crucial in lifting the spirits of the Caibbean exiles, helping them to forget their hardships. Something that reggae and sound system culture now does worldwide, regardless of color or nationality.

MUSICALLY MAD is the story of the people pushing reggae to the masses.

Sunday 12th August 2012 Lion Rockers Hi-Fi playing from 6pm Film at 7.30 pm $15 on the door.

LOCAL RELEASE: Seva Hi-Fi - Early (SUGARLICKS)

Written By 1 - August 06 2012

Available here on CD

Seva Hifi is a unique collaboration between producer Gmuva, percussionist Levani Vosasi & multi instrumentalist & soul vocalist Baz Suamili. Baz comes from a Niuean family of seven, and has a background singing in Niuean church groups, before a 9 year journey playing with his Father's band the Tuleki Brothers. More recently he has played in Auckland reggae bands such as Tenement Yard and Jah'licious. Baz has been likened to a young Pacific Bill Withers - no surprise, when you hear his silky smooth and emotional soul tones... Seva Hifi release debut single Pressures of Life May 25th 2012, with debut album "Early" released August 2012. Expect conscious laced Pacific dub and soul music, psychedelic electronica & Island drums... Check the Sugarlicks blog here for more info

Sticks Bamboo Sunglasses

Written By 1 - August 06 2012

We recently got a shipment of locally designed bamboo sunglasses, by Sticks. There is a range of different style combinations, check below for some of them. For a particular style please contact us at info@conch.co.nz or pop in store at 115A Ponsonby Rd, Ponsonby, Auckland.

115A Ponsonby Road Auckland, New Zealand ph: +64 9 360-1999

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Various - Country Funk 1969-1975 (LIGHT IN THE ATTIC)

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SOUNDVISION REGGAE FESTIVAL: MUSICALLY MAD

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LOCAL RELEASE: Seva Hi-Fi - Early (SUGARLICKS)

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