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Paul Murphy – Jazz Room

Presents: COZMOS “Watusa” / “Meditations On Integration”

Cozmos – Watusa Live in the Studio!

Label: Jazzroom Records
Catalogue Number: 043
Release Date: End of June 2025
Format: 7′ Vinyl

When a limited edition 45 single landed on the desk of Jazz Room Head Honcho Paul Murphy he contacted the guys straight away. “Do you want a 45 piece of wax released on Jazz Room Records?” Bells were ringing!

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Shaun LaBelle feat. Maysa, Bobby Lyle & Stokley.

“Mon Cher Amour” / “Your Love Kept Calling My Name”

Label: Izipho Soul Records
Catalogue Number: ZP112
Release Date: June 2025
Format: 7′ Vinyl

IZIPHO SOUL is thrilled to be releasing two star studded jazzy soul winners – back to back on a 7” picture sleeve single – Mon Cher Amour” b /w “Your Love Kept Calling My Name”

‘Mon Cher Amour’ is a sensational new release, featuring top vocal smooth-jazz recording artist Maysa and the legendary Bobby Lyle on piano. Known for his selective collaborations, Bobby Lyle was thrilled to join Shaun on this project after hearing the captivating track.

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Gospel According To Soul Discovery  

Collectors Soul

Holden Brothers  “If I Didn’t Have You” (HB)
Robert Owens “Show Me Your Face” (Universal-Dutches Music)
Sammie Wallace “Heaven Bound” (Ideal Records)
Rich ‘Christie’ Feat Monique Reed “Free to believe” (DL)
Minister Bowie “I’m a winner” (Rolling Cloud)
Maurice “How can you say you love me” (CDS) Re-Mix – Soul Discovery CD
Bernard “Kingdom of love” (Cross Town Music West)
The DCW & Project L. Sydney Davis “Show my love to you” (MM)

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The Janice Lakers Quintet

“He Loves You”/”Shaker Song”

Label: Super Disco Edits Records / Brushed Up
Catalogue Number: SDE71
Release Date: March 2025
Format: 7′ Vinyl

Recorded in 1979 this demo by The Janice Lakers Quintet was just i guess 5 people having FUN! The Quintet consisted of Janice Lakers – vocals; Dick Cady – piano; Mike Edwards – woodwinds; Larry Turner – bass; Fred Taylor – drums.

They chose to do two covers versions, the first being Seawind’s now classic Jazz Dance Rare Groove track “He Loves You”. The group give it a much different feel where its not quite as funky as the original but with the whisking Fred Taylors drums and Larry’s Bass it floats along like a Seagull riding a thermal without a care in the world. Mid way into the song Mike Edawards and Dick Cady kick the song into gear with some accomplished Clarinet and Piano playing.

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Johnny Adams “It’s You Baby, It’s You” / “Think About You (S4R45)

Kim Tolliver “Can’t Get Into You” / “The Show Must Go On” (S4R46)

Johnny Adams
New Orleans has always spawned a potpourri of musical styles. Native Johnny Adams, fondly nicknamed “The Tan Canary” due to his multi-octave range, epitomised the soul/blues ballad genre. However, he is probably best remembered for his late 1960s country-oriented hits “Release Me” and “Reconsider Me”, the latter of which demonstrated his stratospheric falsetto.

Adams’ recording career commenced a decade earlier on Joe Ruffino’s Ric set-up, for which he released several 45s including “A Losing Battle”, a Top 30 R&B chart entry. It culminated with a series of excellent Rounder albums in the 1980s and 1990s, including the much-acclaimed One Foot In The Blues.

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Beres Hammond 

“Don’t Wait Too Long” / “You Don’t Have to Lie”

Label: At Home of The Good Groove Records
 Catalogue Number: GG002
Release Date: March 2025
Format: 7′ Vinyl

At Home of The Good Groove Records HQ, we are absolutely delighted to present our
second release – a pair of sublime tracks making their long-awaited debut on 7-inch
vinyl.

Jamaican music legend Beres Hammond has captivated audiences for over 40 years
with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, earning him the title “King of Lovers Rock”,
with a loyal global fan base. Influenced by the American soul and jazz records his fathercollected – featuring icons like Otis Redding and Sam Cooke – as well as the rich
sounds of ska and rocksteady, Beres crafted a sound that remains timeless.

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PHYREWORK

Label: Izipho Soul Records
Catalogue Number: ZPLP06
Release Date: 28th February 2025
Format: LP Vinyl

Texas jazz, funk and soul group PHYREWORK were signed to Mercury Records in 1978 releasing an acclaimed self titled album. They measure up to the bands that inspired them: Sly and the Family Stone, Earth Wind & Fire, Tower of Power – to name a few.

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Julian Jonah Featuring Robbie Love

“Let’s Not Say Goodnight” / “Just Can Wait”

Label: Izipho Soul Records
Catalogue Number: ZP-109
Release Date: 31st January 2025
Format: 7’ Vinyl

Excited to announce Julian Jonah’s JULIAN JONAH’s latest creations, Let’s Not Say Goodnight”and “Just Can’t Wait “We are blessed to feature American powerhouse singer – the truly fabulous Robbie Love (daughter of the late great Mary Love).

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OPAZ 

“To Be Loved” / “Holding You Tight” 

Label: Izipho Soul Records
Catalogue Number: ZP107
Release Date: October 2024
Format: 7’ Vinyl

zipho Soul Records are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Ray Hayden’s OPAZ. To Be Loved reawakens the soulful sounds of the 70s with a classic rare groove revival. This gem of a tune promises to transport listeners back to an era where music was defined by deep grooves, rich instrumentation and soulful vocals. 

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Emilia Sisco’s debut album on Timmion Records, “Introducing Emilia Sisco”, takes you on a smooth ride in the world of vintage soul, featuring 10 beautifully crafted original songs written by Sisco in collaboration with the renowned Cold Diamond & Mink band. The album showcases this young talent’s unique ability to blend classic soul influences with contemporary flair, building mesmerizing harmonies by layering her voice, and through these channeling a sound that is both timeless and fresh. From the opening track “Say Yes” – grooving like an independent gospel soul jam that somebody discovered in dank Midwest cellar – to the closing “Secretly,” each song is a testament to Sisco’s deep connection to the emotional core of soul music. 

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