Z Records
Dave Lee's House & Disco Label. Legendary producer Dave Lee founded Z Records back in 90, as the n
Legendary Uk producer Dave Lee Negro founded Z Records back in '91, as the natural successor to his highly influential first label, Republic Records, which remains for many, the foundation stone of the UK house scene. It was on Republic that Dave first introduced the UK to such classics as Phase II's “Reachin'” and Turntable Orchestra's “You're Gonna Miss Me”. These tracks nestled snugly alongside
Art Of Tones takes us behind the curtain and tells us how he created his sublime remix for AC Soul Symphony - I Want To See You Dance!
Out now on 12” & Digital everywhere…
12" - http://ZRecords.lnk.to/ACNewandRemixed
Digital & Streaming - https://orcd.co/iwtsydaot
🚨New merch alert🚨
All aboard the Soul Underground! A map of the historic Soul & Disco nightclub landmarks that will coincide with the new forthcoming AC Soul Symphony track “Soul Underground’ out on 12” July 12th via Z Records.
This is an LTD edition run of T-shirts screen printed on Stanley Stellar Sparker 2.0 Heavyweight garment (215 GSM)
These will fit true to size and are a relaxed fit styling.
Hit that 🔗 in the bio or head here : https://zrecords.bandcamp.com/merch/soul-underground-t-shirt
Out now! To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of ‘Can't Get High Without U’ Dave Lee formerly known as Joey Negro digs out the original DAT session and reworks the mix down. Bringing the track up to date with an overhaul of the arrangement, crafted for maximum peak time ecstasy, ramping up the tension and remastering the sonics. This is a prime cut of JN disco-house action, re-imagined for 2024 that has already been causing dancefloor devastation whenever aired.
Head here to download / stream: https://orcd.co/cghwy
Out Today!... Felix Buxton aka one half of the legendary Basement Jaxx finds a home on Z Records through his ‘Celestial Being’ project where we have had the spiritual jazz dance track ‘Raise the Vibration’ remixed by long-term ZR collaborator Crackazat. Giving us not one but two versions to choose from, his ‘Club Mix’ takes the original and fires it directly at the dancefloor by adding funked-out guitars, jazzy chords and a serious Vibes solo, perfect for the incoming sunshine. His 'Mana Dub’ twists the source material into soulful & punchy deep House territory, full of the Crackazat bounce he’s known for. To round off the release is a Dub from the main man himself Felix who beefs up proceedings for some heads down, hands up club action.
Head here to grab your copy: https://orcd.co/raisethevibration
Out today on 12” ✨⚫️✨ Z Records looks back to go forward as it offers up a spiffing new 12” of contemporary reworks of 4 classic cuts of various vintages from the ZR back cat. Kicking things off in fantastic fashion is a slap bass and wah clav powered take on Raven Maize’s ‘Forever Together’, originally released in 1989, this was the first house cut to feature the now iconic keys riff. Dave’s Heavenly Star mix of ‘One Kiss’ (first out in 1991) is pure hip-swinging soulful disco. Joey Montenegro (who could that be?) offers two classic cuts on the flip side. ‘Make A Move On Me’ (Original Disco mix) sees the crossover hit from 2005 get a Chic-like makeover with its zippy leads and timeless diva vocals. Playing now is the special 25th Anniversary Mix of 1998’s ‘Can’t Get High Without U’ which closes things off with some peak time, tension-filled, disco house action!!
Head here to grab one : http://zrecords.lnk.to/flashback
Just landed! Limited run of JAZZ DANCE FUSION tees in a custom color way on black only. Available in M / L / XL & XXL
Head over to our Bandcamp to grab one!
🔗 in bio
The final product has landed finally, it’s looking great sounding great and smelling great! The boss has a few words ahead of its release this friday March 1st.
Jazz Dance Fusion Vol.4 compilation by the legendary Colin Curtis! Two-part Double Vinyl / CD / Digital & Streaming
Grab a copy here: http://zrecords.lnk.to/JazzDanceFusionVol4
Out Today! The Trammps - I've Gotta Stand Up (Brand New Man) [Dave Lee Garage City Mix]
When you think of the Trammps you tend to think Disco. However, on this occasion, it’s not the case. Dave Lee has totally reworked an obscure Trammps acapella to something that harks back to the glory days of 90s Soulful House. Here Dave chops & re-purposes the gospel-fuelled throaty vocals to soar over classic M1 piano chords, time-honored synth swells, and that all-important Organ solo that really takes it to Church.
This is a joyous ode to that classic 90’s soulful house vibe done by a master of his craft who lived through those hazy early days of HOUSE HOUSE HOUSE.
Hit that 🔗 link in bio or head here: http://zrecords.lnk.to/IveGottaStandUp
Fancy 20% off anything on our Bandcamp?! Course you do, head on over and fill up your cart for one day only...
https://zrecords.bandcamp.com/
Catch the boss man .jn headlining in Glasgow on Sunday 31st March.
BIG line up on this one, grab your tickets from the link in the bio 🔝
Out Now on 12" It's Time to Attack the Dancefloor once more as we supply some heavy Disco & House weaponry. Featuring the brand new remix of Opolopo's storming 'Stroke my Disco' by Dutch funkateers Fouk who double down on the Piano and Clav workouts for the peak time.
Exclusive new material from Wipe The Needle whose 'Skyscrapers' track is a modern Jazz-Funk masterpiece, heavy on the flute and soulful bass. On the flip Dave Lee takes it back to '97 with his rework of Backroom Productions 'Classic Vibe' which sees him flex his house-ier muscles, re-arranging the classic elements and adding extra keys to this much loved underground tune.
Finishing off the EP is Dave's remix of nu-soul diva Raquel Rodriguez, where he crafts Raquel's dynamic vocal delivery over chunky Disco drumming & soulful synths before letting loose into Roy Ayers-esque vibes finale!
Head here to grab a copy: http://ZRecords.lnk.to/ATD23
A huge thanks to everyone who supports the label here over on and also to Traxsource for their support. It’s been a great year and 2024 is shaping up to be even better 🙌🏼 Stay tuned…
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Friday 27th at the BBE Store!
To celebrate the release of the new AC Soul Symphony album we’re having a launch party with Dave Lee DJing
Free Entry! ✨ 🕺🏼 ✨
The last round of these beautiful ZR logo tees are available. They’ve been selling like hot cakes but once these have gone they are gone! Head over to our Bandcamp or the link in bio to grab one. ✨🪩✨
🚨New Merch Alert🚨
The infamous Z Records logo has been remixed by designer David David.
Limited edition of 25 per colour (White or Black)
Available now over on our Bandcamp!
https://zrecords.bandcamp.com/
It’s Bandcamp Friday once more!
One day only get 25% off everything on the store!❗️
Big ups to Craig Charles for featuring the new 'AC Soul Symphony - The Philly Avengers in his show on Saturday! The new exclusive 7" has been getting a lot of love 🥰
You can still grab one of the remaining copies here: https://www.zrecords.ltd.uk/product/the-philly-avengers-if-you-ever-need-somebody/
You can check the show here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001jcm3
BBC Radio 6 Music - The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show, Boca 45 Trunk of Funk Bristolian, ‘Boca 45’ has been banging out bone-cracking beats since the 90’s.
It’s a first for us here at Z Records…Number 1 & Number 2 in overall sales at Juno 🙌🔝🥳
To grab these glorious slabs of vinyl, you can head up 🔝 to our bio or click on the link below 👇
linktr.ee/Zrecordsuk
Out Now! A collection of Rare Funk & Disco by none other than DJ Rahaan
Carefully curated, restored from the original vinyl records, and supplied to you in mint condition. If you were lucky enough to come across the originals it would cost ££££.
Available on gatefold vinyl, double CD, and digital formats in all good record shops.
Buy here: https://zrecords.lnk.to/UnderTheInfluenceVol10
All aboard! 🛫🏝
Z Records presents its latest compilation of Ibiza-ready tracks as the first proper season of clubbing returns to the white isle. Whether you’re poolside or heading to the club we’ve got you covered.
Featuring brand new exclusives from Harry Romero & Doug Willis plus recent ZR hits from Omar, Dam Swindle, Wipe The Needle, and Micheal Gray, alongside updated versions of a couple of ZR classics.
Hit the 🔗 in bio of course or head to : https://zrecords.lnk.to/Ibiza2022