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  • Prince ‎– Dirty Mind
    Prince ‎– Dirty Mind
    $25.00 | , ,

    “Neither For You nor Prince was adequate preparation for the full-blown masterpiece of Prince’s third album, Dirty Mind. Recorded in his home studio, with Prince playing nearly every [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Bobby Womack –  Across 110th Street
    Bobby Womack – Across 110th Street
    $25.00 | , ,

    “The soundtrack to a relatively little-known 1972 blaxploitation film featured songs written and performed by Bobby Womack, as well as a musical score by J.J. Johnson. Although the [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • The Esquires – Get Away With The Esquires
    The Esquires – Get Away With The Esquires
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    Get Away With The Esquires. The most complete collection ever assembled of this Chicago/Milwaukee area R&B group. 26 Remastered Tracks so funky they turn sidewalks into dance floors! [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Dove & The Penrose Scholars – After All The Rain Has Gone
    Dove & The Penrose Scholars – After All The Rain Has Gone
    $8.00 | ,

    It is our distinct pleasure to present the debut single from Dove, on our newest imprint, DEENA. Dove is a force of nature! First heard by a national audience at […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Thee Sacred Souls – Any Old Fool
    Thee Sacred Souls – Any Old Fool
    $8.00 | ,

    “Any Old Fool,” the previously unreleased track from the stewards of sweet soul is a dancefloor friendly proclamation of love, whose funky guitars, raw bassline and hard hitting drums [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Sun ‎– Eclipse
    Sun ‎– Eclipse
    $25.00 | , ,

    Dayton, Ohio boogie Label: Air City Records – A-401-SN-LP Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: 1984 VG/VG+. Low end VG, noticeable light marks. Light sleevewear

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • The Delfonics ‎– Tell Me This Is A Dream
    The Delfonics ‎– Tell Me This Is A Dream
    $25.00 | , ,

    Walk Right Up To The Sun is worth it, alone. Label: Philly Groove Records Incorporated – PG 1154 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Club Edition, Stereo Country: US Released: 1972 VG+/VG. […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Sadane* ‎– One-Way Love Affair
    Sadane* ‎– One-Way Love Affair
    $17.00 | , ,

    Debut album from the frequent Mtume collaborator Label: Warner Bros. Records – BSK 3503 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: 1981 VG+/VG+. Sawcut, light wear

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Blue Magic – Thirteen Blue Magic Lane (Sealed!)
    Blue Magic – Thirteen Blue Magic Lane (Sealed!)
    $15.00 | , ,

    “The third Blue Magic LP continues to subtly refine and expand the group’s approach. While their gossamer harmonies remain squarely at the forefront, 13 Blue Magic Lane features more [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Patrick Cowley ‎– From Behind
    Patrick Cowley ‎– From Behind
    $22.00 | ,

    Cybernetic disco maestro Patrick Cowley returns to Dark Entries with From Behind, a collection of grooving and ecstatic covers of 60s garage and soul cuts. Best known for his chart-topping […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco, Techno / House / Electronic
  • Patrick Cowley ‎– Hard Ware
    Patrick Cowley ‎– Hard Ware
    $36.00 | ,

    Cybernetic disco maestro Patrick Cowley graces Dark Entries once again with Hard Ware, a double LP of far-out funk and synthpop celebrating what would have been Cowley’s 75th birthday. Best […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco, Techno / House / Electronic
  • Alex Molo ‎– Look At Me
    Alex Molo ‎– Look At Me
    $20.00 | ,

    The Italo connoisseurs at Dark Entries have unearthed another hard-rocking jam. Alex Molo’s “Look At Me” was released in 1986 on Rainbow Records. Produced by Claudio Corradini and featuring Mauro [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Jéroboam ‎– Night Away / Dive Into Darkness
    Jéroboam ‎– Night Away / Dive Into Darkness
    $20.00 | ,

    Jeroboam are back with their 4th release on Space Grapes. Night Away is a boogie jam with sharp synths and compelling melodies, while Dive into Darkness turns out to be […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Charles Wright & The Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band* ‎– Express Yourself
    Charles Wright & The Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band* ‎– Express Y…
    $30.00 | , ,

    Media:VG+ Jacket: VG Label: Warner Bros. Records – WS 1864, Warner Bros. Records – 1864 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Terre Haute Press Country: US Released: 1970

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • The JB’s ‎– Food For Thought (Pass The Peas I Mean Gimme Some More)
    The JB’s ‎– Food For Thought (Pass The Peas I Mean Gimme Some Mo…
    $85.00 | , ,

    Media:VG+ Jacket: VG Label: People (8) – PE 5601, People (8) – 2391 034 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Scranton Pressing Country: US Released: Jun 1972

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Gary Bartz ‎– Music Is My Sanctuary
    Gary Bartz ‎– Music Is My Sanctuary
    $50.00 | , ,

    Media: VG Jacket: VG Label: Capitol Records – ST-11647 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Winchester Pressing Country: US Released: 1977

    GENRE: Jazz / Fusion / Free Jazz, Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Gary Bartz ‎– Love Affair
    Gary Bartz ‎– Love Affair
    $15.00 | , ,

    Media: VG+ Jacket: VG Label: Capitol Records – SW-11789 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: 1978

    GENRE: Jazz / Fusion / Free Jazz, Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Marvin Gaye ‎– Trouble Man
    Marvin Gaye ‎– Trouble Man
    $17.00 | , ,

    “In 1972, things were rapidly shifting in Marvin Gaye’s world. He was coming off of one of his most wide-reaching hit albums with 1971’s instant classic What’s Going On, [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • The Time ‎– Ice Cream Castle
    The Time ‎– Ice Cream Castle
    $12.00 | , ,

    “The Time’s third and final album before the band splintered into three different camps, Ice Cream Castle is yet another six-song offering highlighted by a cache of fantastic songs [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Instant Funk ‎– Get Down With The Philly Jump
    Instant Funk ‎– Get Down With The Philly Jump
    $15.00 | , ,

    “When Instant Funk’s debut album, Get Down With the Philly Jump, came out in 1976, those who heard the LP agreed that the Philadelphians had a very recognizable and distinctive […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Marvin Gaye ‎– In Our Lifetime
    Marvin Gaye ‎– In Our Lifetime
    $15.00 | , ,

    “Marvin Gaye’s In Our Lifetime came after 1978’s confessional and meandering double album Here, My Dear. Although this better set does seem effortlessly conceived, it [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Maxine Brown – We’ll Cry Together
    Maxine Brown – We’ll Cry Together
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    Features a crazy rendition of Piece Of My Heart Label: Commonwealth United Records – CU-6001 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Country: US Released: 1969 VG+/VG+. Light marks and sleevewear.

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Margie Joseph – Margie
    Margie Joseph – Margie
    $12.00 | , ,

    “In 1975, Margie Joseph enjoyed one of her greatest triumphs when she teamed up with Blue Magic for a spectacular remake of the Philadelphia soul ballad “What’s Come Over [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Booker T. & Priscilla – Booker T. & Priscilla
    Booker T. & Priscilla – Booker T. & Priscilla
    $14.00 | , ,

    “Booker T. Jones exited Stax Records before it came to a complete crash and married singer Priscilla Coolidge, Rita’s sister, and the two hooked-up musically as well. Great things [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • The Joneses – S/T (w/lbl promo)
    The Joneses – S/T (w/lbl promo)
    $15.00 | , ,

    Pittsburgh-based smooth & lush soul. Label: Epic – 34898 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Promo, Stereo Country: US Released: 1977 VG+/VG+. Faint wear to jacket.

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Jackie Jackson – Jackie Jackson (Promo)
    Jackie Jackson – Jackie Jackson (Promo)
    $15.00 | , ,

    The debut solo album by the oldest Jackson of the Jackson 5. Label: Motown – M 785V1 DJ Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Promo Country: US Released: 1973 VG+/VG+. Sleeve low […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • The Independents ‎– The First Time We Met
    The Independents ‎– The First Time We Met
    $11.00 | , ,

    “A stellar debut from Chicago’s the Independents, a quartet that featured activist Jessie Jackson’s younger brothers: Chuck on lead vocals, and Maurice; the other members were [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • High Inergy – Turnin’ On
    High Inergy – Turnin’ On
    $16.00 | , ,

    “The first (and best) of their albums, before inferior songwriting and unsympathetic production sabotaged their promising career. The hit single, “You Can’t Turn Me Off (In the [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Marv Johnson – More Marv Johnson
    Marv Johnson – More Marv Johnson
    $25.00 | , ,

    Classic R&B from the great Marv Johnson Label: United Artists Records – UAS 6118 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Country: US Released: 1960 VG/VG. Some splittin in top right corner […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Martha High ‎– Martha High
    Martha High ‎– Martha High
    $12.00 | , ,

    “Breaking from the James Brown Revue with Brown’s permission, Martha High recorded this neglected LP produced by Thomas Stewart in Georgia; Stewart, along with Julian Chatman and [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • David Astri – Do It Right
    David Astri – Do It Right
    $65.00 | , ,

    Sole album of yacht-soul by the multi-instrumentalist, David Astri Label: Award Records – EA 12001 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: 1983 VG+/VG+. Some stray light marks. Sleeve has [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Gwen Conley ‎– The Many Faces (Sealed, Cincinnati Private Press Soul)
    Gwen Conley ‎– The Many Faces (Sealed, Cincinnati Private Press Soul)
    $18.00 | , ,

    Private press soul from Cincinnati Label: Meco Records – 2801 Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo Country: US Released: 1975 NM/VG+. Sealed

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Cliff Dawson – S/T
    Cliff Dawson – S/T
    $18.00 | , ,

    True boogie heater Label: The Boardwalk Entertainment Co – NB-332541 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Country: US Released: 1982 VG+/VG+. Light wear

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Donna Washington ‎– For The Sake Of Love (sealed)
    Donna Washington ‎– For The Sake Of Love (sealed)
    $17.00 | , ,

    Soulful disco from Los Angeles. Label: Capitol Records – ST-12076 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country:US Released: 1980 NM/VG+. Sealed, light wear

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Vitamin E – Sharing
    Vitamin E – Sharing
    $20.00 | , ,

    Heavy funk from Oakland. Label: Buddah Records – BDS 5690 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Country: US Released: 1977 VG+/G+. Split at upper seam. Some noticeable edgewear. Staining to back […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • South Central Avenue Municipal Blues Band – The Soul Of Bonnie & Clyde
    South Central Avenue Municipal Blues Band – The Soul Of Bonnie &…
    $14.00 | , ,

    Concept-driven soul-jazz about Bonnie & Clyde. Label: Bluesway – BLS-6018 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Country: US Released: 1968 VG+/VG. 2″ seam split in top right corner. TIny [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Bunny Sigler – Let The Good Times Roll & (Feel So Good)
    Bunny Sigler – Let The Good Times Roll & (Feel So Good)
    $20.00 | , ,

    Debut album by the Philadelphia soul songwriter/producer who worked with diverse artists Curtis Mayfield, The Roots & MFSB Label: Parkway – P-50,000 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono Country: US [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Side Effect – In Full Effect – The Best Of The Fantasy Years
    Side Effect – In Full Effect – The Best Of The Fantasy Years
    $20.00 | , ,

    “A long-overdue collection of work by one of the greatest funky soul groups of the 70s – the mighty mighty Side Effect, a combo who cut some killer albums for […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • The Staple Singers ‎– The Staple Swingers
    The Staple Singers ‎– The Staple Swingers
    $12.00 | , ,

    “The Staples’ first album produced by Al Bell and recorded in Muscle Shoals hit the winning formula. Other changes saw Pervis Staples departing just before the album was recorded and [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • New Horizons ‎– Something New
    New Horizons ‎– Something New
    $22.00 | , ,

    Solid soul that’s reminiscent of Roger Troutman’s solo work, with elements of new jack swing as well. Label: Columbia – FC 38709 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: 1983 [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Curtis Mayfield ‎– Love Is The Place
    Curtis Mayfield ‎– Love Is The Place
    $10.00 | , ,

    Mayfield touches on a myriad of styles on this mid-career highlight Label: The Boardwalk Entertainment Co – NB1 33239 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Country: US Released: 1981 VG/VG

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Mtume ‎– Theater Of The Mind
    Mtume ‎– Theater Of The Mind
    $12.00 | , ,

    “Former jazz percussionist James Mtume moved into soul and funk in the 1980s, and then changed gears again in the mid- and late ’80s. This was one of an album […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Clyde McPhatter – Welcome Home
    Clyde McPhatter – Welcome Home
    $35.00 | , ,

    Book Of Memories & Our Day Will Come are standouts in this wonderful entry-point into McPhatter’s discography. Label: Decca – DL 75231 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Country: US [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Jimmy Lewis ‎– Totally Involved
    Jimmy Lewis ‎– Totally Involved
    $18.00 | , ,

    “A couple of comeback albums appeared in the ’80s and ’90s, but this was basically Lewis’ only chance to show what he could do at the height of his powers. […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Maurice Long – Sanctified (Promo)
    Maurice Long – Sanctified (Promo)
    $45.00 | , ,

    Sole killer album by belter Maurice Long. Wonderful version of I’ve Been Lovin’ You Too Long on here Label: Paramount Records – PAS-6069 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Promo, Stereo [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Margie Joseph – Feeling My Way
    Margie Joseph – Feeling My Way
    $12.00 | , ,

    Johnny Bristol produced this disco/soul stunner. Picture Of A Clown is a particular highlight Label: Atlantic – SD 19182 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: VG+/VG+

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • Etta James – The Second Time Around (Clear Vinyl)
    Etta James – The Second Time Around (Clear Vinyl)
    $22.00 | ,

    Etta James’ second album leans more toward pop than the fiery soul she’s known for, with lush orchestration by Riley Hampton and a repertoire of ’40s standards. Yet, her [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • V/A ‎– Eccentric Soul: The Nickel & Penny Labels
    V/A ‎– Eccentric Soul: The Nickel & Penny Labels
    $28.00 | , ,

    Nickel and Penny are twin sides of the same eccentric coin, and in the ’60s and ’70s that coin was being flipped by Chicago’s #1 Dusties DJ Richard Pegue. When […]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • V/A ‎– Eccentric Soul: Twinight’s Lunar Rotation
    V/A ‎– Eccentric Soul: Twinight’s Lunar Rotation
    $95.00 | , ,

    Operated by a pair of cutthroat radio promotion men, Chicago’s Twinight label made its strides via “friendola”—the trading of favors, not dollars, for local radio airplay. Much of the outfit’s [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco
  • V/A  – Eccentric Soul: A Red Black & Green Production
    V/A – Eccentric Soul: A Red Black & Green Production
    $65.00 | , ,

    While not manning knobs and faders for Gil Scott-Heron, Hugh Masekela, Soul Searchers, Van McCoy, and a host of major label also-rans at Edgewood Studios, Washington, D.C.’s most opulent [...]

    GENRE: Soul / Funk / Disco