The Bamboos – Tighten Up b/w The Witch – Anorax UK 7″

Anorax Records’ motto and hash-taggable suggestion is to #eatsleepcollect, as if we weren’t doing so already! This time they deliver on the highly anticipated ‘Tighten Up’ by Melbourne Soul collective The Bamboos. First released in 2006 on Kenny Dope and Keb Darge’s Kay-Dee label, this instrumental version of Archie Bell & The Drells’ 1968 hit quickly became a favourite in Soul and Acid Jazz circles. Rhythm-made by The Bamboos’ leader, Lance Ferguson, this one stands out for its vocal absence, offering a quirky, irresistible take.

The first 7″ pressing is long sold out and here’s a long overdue limited edition reissue.