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Today thanks to Brokli - I am walking into the auditory time machine, I dropped the needle on Thelma Houston’s “You Used To Hold Me So Tight,” and was instantly teleported back to the golden era of dancefloor glitter and groove. There's a certain magic in rediscovering a tune that's been etched into the synapses of your memory—like a ghost of disco past, long forgotten, now summoned forth in shimmering apparition. Listening to it now, decades removed from the pulsating heat of '80s clubland, the experience is akin to unearthing a time capsule buried beneath layers of musical evolution. The track is a vibrant portal, faint yet vivid, that transports me back to the verge of adulthood—my formative teens where each beat in that bass line felt like it was dictating the rhythm of life itself. Thelma Houston's powerhouse delivery on “You Used To Hold Me So Tight” has lost none of its potency. Her voice sails over the production with a clarity that cuts through the years, still

From the vinyl vaults of funk's golden era here we have a track that's ripe for a seasoned resurrection, a gem by Woods Empire titled "The Boogie's Gonna Get You." Nestled in the 1981 archives of Tabu Records, this syncopated tune has an unapologetic groove. Upon laying the needle down on this disc, you're greeted with the kind of funky rhythms that are thick with bass and rich with a vibe that's both nostalgic and timeless. The opening bars call the listener direct to the dance floor. The use of the vocoder in this track is so sweet and used effortlessly once again bonding man and machine. Now, looking back through the retrospective lens, it’s a genuine shame that "The Boogie's Gonna Get You" seems to have slipped through the cracks, disappearing from playlists where it once may well have been well applauded. . Tabu Records, with their exquisite taste and sharp ears, curated a lineup of tracks and artists that defined an era. "The Boogi

What a day, what a week, and what a life! I need a moment to reflect. it seems like so many moving parts are happening at once right now and it reminded me of this video "A Different Corner," George Michael brings forth essence of vulnerability and introspection. The somber setting and minimalist approach underscore the themes of love, loss, and longing. Just like the poignant scenes in the video, many of us right now find ourselves at a vulnerable corner in our lives, particularly when there are strong astrological occurrences, such as a Lunar Eclipse, which can intensify our emotions and experiences. Much like George Michael's portrayal here, many of us find ourselves pushing boundaries, trying to get through challenging situations. It is during these times that we should approach ourselves with compassion. Embracing our vulnerabilities allows us to be authentic, and in this resonance, others find a desire to connect with us. Just as George's performance resonates w