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LRK is proud to announce the 7:45s will be releasing their debut album Spinning on 20 June. The 7:45s are an original soul collective from Manchester, UK – the brainchild of songwriter and bassist Sam Flynn. Inspired by the house bands of soul labels from Motown to Big Crown, the young collective spotlights guest vocalists such as Martin Connor and Nicole Battick. Named after 7-inch vinyl, The 7:45s write snappy singles that blend the vintage feel of rare groove with the songcraft of perfect pop.The 7:45s have been played on BBC Radio 6 Music by Craig Charles, Stuart Maconie and Chris Hawkins and on Jazz FM by Simon Phillips. A concept album for the soul, Spinning is a retro-soul love story. Side A is sunshine soul about the dizziness of an on-off relationship, as heard in the Charles Bradley-inspired opener ‘The Way That I Love You’. Side B is nocturnal. Head-spinning heartbreak is the subject of rare groove-influenced ‘The Writing’s on the Wall’ while dancing to a new dawn is the theme of Prince-inspired disco number ‘We Will Be Friends’. The album also features a reimagination of The Beatles’ ‘Don’t Let Me Down’. Spinning is released digitally, on vinyl and on CD through LRK Records on 20 June 2025. https://lrkrecords.bandcamp.com/album/spinning

LRK Records is excited to announce the highly anticipated reissue of Claire Davis' iconic single, 'Thrive/Playground.' Originally released as a limited edition black vinyl 45, this pressing sold out in just 24 hours and has since become a highly sought-after collector’s item. Due to overwhelming demand, we’re bringing it back for a limited repress on blue coloured vinyl—so don’t miss out again! Featuring Claire’s signature blend of emotive lyrics and captivating melodies, ‘Thrive/Playground’ showcases her undeniable talent and artistry. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering Claire’s music for the first time, this repress is a must-have for any vinyl collection. Pre-order now to secure your copy—limited stock available! Shipping begins around early February 2025, with a release date set for 3rd Feb 2025 Credits Releases February 3, 2025 Music & Lyrics by Claire Davis & Scott McCannell Produced, Mixed, & Mastered by Scott McCannell https://lrkrecords.bandcamp.com/album/thrive-playground-reissue-45 Thrive / Playground REISSUE 45 by Claire Davis

Singer, songwriter, and producer Johnny Burgos converges with veteran soul producer, Jeremy Page, (Kendra Morris, Czarface, MF Doom) to offer their first joint album together titled, 'All I Ever Wonder.' The album is a vividly vulnerable and honest effort by Burgos, lyrically and vocally, supported effortlessly by Page's masterful production. The pairing of the two seems meant to be, with a sound steeped in retro soul techniques, the album is equal parts novelty and nostalgia, equalling a timelessness that speaks to the humanity in all of us. All I Ever Wonder will be released on Vinly, CD and all digital platforms on Friday, JUNE 28th, 2024 via UK-based Soul label LRK Records. Johnny - "Jeremy and I have been ships passing in the night for years now. However, our first official collaboration was a 2021 remix of my song The Grey, which featured his long-time co-collaborator Kendra Morris. From the get-go, the musical chemistry was strong, so we took a shot at writing some original tunes. Since then, we've locked in on a creative groove and churned out a bunch of material. As we learned how to complement each other's musical strengths, the project took on more form and purpose, exploring heavier subject matter and expanding its range of genres. I'm pretty sure that's what makes this project so fun for us, and possibly what the early gatekeepers and listeners resonated with most. Neither of us expected such a reception to the music, which only made us more excited to hone in with more intention towards a goal. This also allowed me to bring more raw ideas to the table and have the confidence in Jeremy to hear the potential, then work his magic to extrapolate on my foundation. The teamwork in this effort was inspiring as we listened and referred to each other in every step of the process, and had a crew of killer musicians on deck for when we needed the extra feels on some joints. We worked really hard on this record and hope it reconnects our listeners to being human in a visceral way. It's accessible, honest, and soulful because I wanted it to speak to anyone who still wants music to relate to. Music to help you through the valleys, to celebrate the peaks, and handle everything in between. It's a journey of the soul that explores ego, insecurity, love, loss, survival, enlightenment and trusting the process. It's truly 'All I Ever Wonder.' " "All I Ever Wonder" will have its digital release through LRK Records on all platforms on Friday, JUNE 28th, 2024. Johnny Burgos is a Brooklyn - born singer, songwriter, producer & engineer. His brand of future-soul embodies a raw uncompromising sound revealing beauty from pain, hope from despair, and the will to keep fighting. Especially influenced by his uncle and world-class percussionist, Andre Martinez, Johnny grew a fascination with the percussive rhythms of salsa and soul music, eventually manifesting into a devoted passion for Hip Hop production using an Akai MPC. With influences from Michael Jackson, OutKast, J Dilla, Lauryn Hill and D'Angelo, Johnny's music draws upon the core principles of R&B, while encompassing elements of Hip Hop, Funk, Pop, Salsa and Reggae. Johnny has collaborated with DJ Skizz, for Mobb Deep & M.O.P., Marco Polo, Frans Mernick, Liza Colby (The Gold Setting) and led his band Bridge City Hustle, with whom he toured nationally. As a solo artist Johnny debuted with back-to-back brand endorsements from French's Mustard and Samsung US, using them as a platform to launch his 2018 EP 'Love Through it All.' His debut album 'Gone Into The Grey' was released to critical acclaim in March of 2021 and has since been added to multiple editorial playlists by Spotify, Apple Music and Tidal, creating exponential growth. In 2022, Burgos' song 'Wild About You' was heard as the soundtrack to Neiman Marcus' "It's Your Moment" global streaming campaign. Johnny's currently amid promoting his latest album, The Tangent Tape, performing with his band The Butter, recording new collaborations and preparing his upcoming LP with Jeremy Page & LRK Records Available on VINYL/CD/DIGITAL Pre-order now: All I Ever Wonder by Johnny Burgos

Charlie Ingui a veteran blued eyed soul singer who formed the band “The Soul Survivors” in the 60's is back with a brand-new single called 'Wake Up Old World' “Wake Up Old World” is a song about making the world a better place and is due out digitally 23rd Feb 2024. Where it will be available on all streaming platforms. Charlie explains 'This has always been a theme in our songs inspired very much by our collaboration with Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff of Philadelphia International Records whose songs like "Love Train" and "Love Is The Message" had a positive and spiritually uplifting message.' In 1967, Charlie Ingui formed the band The Soul Survivors. They scored a hit record with Gamble and Huff' It was Gamble and Huff’s first major hit with the song "Express Way To Your Heart” It Reached number 3 on the R&B chart, spent 15 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and sold over one million copies! Charlie and Richie grew up in the Lower East Side of New York and were the same scene in NY with The Rascals, Joey Dee and the Starlighters, The Vanilla Fudge, and many other Blue Eyed Soul Bands that paved the way for folks like Hall and Oates. Originally, they were a trio and had a third singer, Kenny Jeramiah, who went on to have success in Atlantic City. They went on to make several other great records including “Mama Soul” which was also included on the 1969 album with Muscle Shoals producer. Rick Hall called. “Take Another Look” The Swampers with Duane Allman played on that album. In 1974, Gamble and Huff got a custom CBS label – Philadelphia International Music and signed the Soul Survivors once again. They made a fantastic record with their amazing band, Charlie and Richie Ingui, John "Beedo"Dzubak & The amazing Fred Beckmeier on bass. He was a major influence. “Wake Up Old World” is the first side of an upcoming limited edition 45 vinyl on LRK Records. 'Movin' In Love's Direction' is the next single and the flip side of the limited edition 45 vinyl which is coming soon. It is set for a 22/3/24 release. It had long been part of The Soul Survivors live show, but never appeared on a record until now. Lyrically, it is about positivity, and the desire to create a better world. credits Vinyl releases March 22, 2024 Wake Up Old World by Charlie Ingui