{"product_id":"subway-featuring-wave-ten-toes-up","title":"Subway Featuring Wave - Ten Toes Up","description":"\u003cwidgetic id=\"69835100ecb2a168188b4567\" resize=\"fill-width\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" autoscale=\"on\" adaptive=\"414\"\u003e\u003c\/widgetic\u003e\u003cscript async src=\"https:\/\/widgetic.com\/sdk\/sdk.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubway Featuring Wave - Ten Toes Up | Boogie \u0026amp; Disco Vinyl | Classic Memphis Funk | Past Due Records\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat No:\u003c\/strong\u003e PASTDUE011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boogie, Disco, Funk\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Inch Vinyl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJerome Derradji’s \u003cstrong\u003ePast Due Records\u003c\/strong\u003e proudly presents the first installment in a highly anticipated reissue series of \u003cstrong\u003eLee Moore’s rarest and most influential boogie funk gems\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally produced for his labels \u003cstrong\u003eScore Records\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLM Records\u003c\/strong\u003e during the early 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLee Moore, known for his groundbreaking soul hit \u003cstrong\u003e“Ain’t Gonna Spread Myself”\u003c\/strong\u003e (1971), took a different direction in the late ’70s and early ’80s, delving into innovative boogie and disco sounds that have since become legendary among collectors. His Memphis-based productions, featuring top-tier musicians from the Isaac Hayes Movement, embody the raw, soulful spirit of the era’s underground funk scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1979, Lee Moore released the disco anthem \u003cstrong\u003e“Reachin’ Out (For Your Love)”\u003c\/strong\u003e on Source Records, a track that reportedly inspired \u003cstrong\u003e“Ring My Bell,”\u003c\/strong\u003e showcasing his influence on the dancefloor. Frustrated with major label politics, Moore and his wife Patricia Moore decided to create their own label, \u003cstrong\u003eScore Records\u003c\/strong\u003e, focusing purely on innovative music rather than commercial success. Their sessions at Memphis’ Sound of Memphis studio, with talented musicians like Michael Toles, Lester Snell, Willie Hall, and Ray Griffin, produced some of the most revered boogie funk recordings ever made — now considered \u003cstrong\u003eholy grail\u003c\/strong\u003e collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Ten Toes Up”\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare gem from this series, showcasing Lee Moore and Wave’s quintessential Memphis boogie sound. These tracks exemplify the raw energy, lush grooves, and futuristic funk that have captivated collectors and DJs worldwide for decades. Original copies of Score Records releases are exceedingly scarce and fetch astronomical prices, making this reissue a must-have for enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJerome Derradji’s reissue of these classic tracks marks the first time \u003cstrong\u003ethese four Score releases\u003c\/strong\u003e have been available on vinyl and digital formats since their initial release. This series aims to introduce a new generation to Lee Moore’s groundbreaking sound and to celebrate his enduring legacy in funk and boogie music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lee Moore, Patricia Moore, Subway Featuring Wave, The First Family, and Alien — four pioneering records that pushed the boundaries of their time and remain influential to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA1 - Ten Toes Up Ten Down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA2 - You Can Bet I’ll Get You Yet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB1 - What You Do For Love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB2 - What’s In The Dark (Will Come To Life)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy this record?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare Memphis boogie\u003c\/strong\u003e classic captures the essence of early ‘80s funk innovation, blending soulful melodies with cutting-edge production. The \u003cstrong\u003e“Ten Toes Up”\u003c\/strong\u003e LP is a vital addition to any collector’s library, DJ set, or deep funk enthusiast’s arsenal. Its premium quality pressing on black vinyl ensures a timeless listening experience and a stunning addition to your record collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this exclusive reissue to your collection today and experience the legendary sounds of Lee Moore and Wave, reintroduced for a new generation of funk lovers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Past Due Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57207383032182,"sku":"PASTDUE011","price":15.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/9042\/9781\/files\/Subway_Featuring_Wave_-_Ten_Toes_Up_12_Inch_Vinyl_Past_Due_Records_Side_A.jpg?v=1770213382","url":"https:\/\/www.nothingventuredvinyl.co.uk\/products\/subway-featuring-wave-ten-toes-up","provider":"Nothing Ventured Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}