Intense Records

Classic Classic Chapter 01

Classic
CMC30YRSLP1
House
2x12"

£37.49 (£44.99 incl. VAT)

1. A1. Herbert - Got To Be Movin'
2. A2. Chris Nazuka - Somewhere Between Distance And The Impossible
3. B1. Blaze - Lovelee Dae (Beloved Vocal Rmx)
4. B2. Gemini - In My Head (Freaks Move This Way Vocal Dubby)
5. C1. Seven Davis Jr. - The One (Live Edit)
6. C2. Red Rack'em - Wonky Bassline Disco Banger
7. D1. Eli Escobar - Happiness Pt. 2
8. D2. Kenny Hawkes & Louise Carver - Play The Game (Space Children Love Mix)

To mark three decades of Classic, this special edition double vinyl comes housed in a raw reverse board sleeve, calling back to the very first Seasons release on the label. The inner sleeves feature stunning orange and pink GMUND card stock, complete with embossed detailinga tactile nod to Classics design-led legacy and attention to craft.

Volume 1 of the 3-part compilation series dives into Classics most cherished momentsspanning both foundational tracks from the labels early years and key highlights from its post-2011 rebirth.

Record One celebrates some of the first outings of Classic's original era.
It opens with Matthew Herberts sought-after 1996 cut Got To Be Movina raw, Chicago-inspired groover that captures the sound of Classics roots.

Also featured is the monumental Somewhere Between Distance and the Impossible by Chris Nazuka (of Rednail Kidz with Derrick Carter), a 1997 masterpiece steeped in atmosphere and widely regarded as one of the label's most transcendental releases.

Flip to Side B for Blazes legendary Lovelee Dae, remixed into a club ready, ethereal dreamscape by Jon Marsh of The Beloved.

To finish we have Geminis hypnotic In My Head, transformed by prolific remixers on Classic - Freaks (Luke Solomon & Justin Harris) into a dubbed-out vocal trip that oozes character.

Record Two picks up the story with Classics reawakening in 2011.
Seven Davis Jrs The One (Live Edit) was the track that caught Luke Solomons ear, paving the way for his Friends EP and long-standing connection with the label.

Red Rackems infectious and eccentric Wonky Bassline Disco Banger found its perfect home on Classic in 2016, quickly becoming one of the most talked-about records of the year.

Then theres Eli Escobars Happiness Pt. 2a rich, emotive standout from his Classic album work, showcasing his skill at blending deep grooves with raw soul.

Rounding out the release is the iconic Play the Game by Kenny Hawkes & Louise Carver. A pillar of UK house history, this essential track was reissued in 2019 with a powerful remix from his best buddys The Space Children (Luke Solomon, Jonny Rock & Leon Oakey), honouring Kennys lasting influence.