Frankie Knuckles - The Director's Cut Collection Vol. 1 - VINYL LP

There are few people across the globe, who will have not been touched by the work of Frankie Knuckles. Forever regarded as 'The Godfather of House' for his unrivalled contribution to the house music we know today; what started as an underground movement in Chicago has grown to international heights thanks to Frankie. His records earned him recognition on a global scale, allowing him to work with some of the globes biggest names including the likes of Diana Ross, Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson.Frankie passed away in Chicago on 31st March 2014 leaving behind one of the greatest house music legacies spanning almost four decades. Now he is commemorated by long time writing and production partner Eric Kupper. Eric, himself a seasoned DJ producer and writer, has worked on over 116 Billboard #1 Dance Records and played a pivotal role in many of Frankie's productions. Having both worked together for many years they established themselves as 'Director's Cut' from 2011 and set about producing original releases and remixes based on the classic 'Def Mix' sound while sharing equal credits for their creations.For the third volume classic cuts such as Inaya Day & Robin S. - Right Now (A Director's Cut Master) and Marko Militano - Good People (Director's Cut Signature Mix) are nestled alongside equally absorbing Directors Cut mixes of Vintage Lounge Orchestra covering 'Dreams' and Art Department pres. Martina Topley Bird feat. Mark Lanegan & Warpaint covering 'Crystalised'.The Director's Cut Collection is a fitting tribute to commemorate the seventh anniversary of Frankie's passing whilst giving Eric a to tell his side of the creative story. This album is to be released in collaboration with The Frankie Knuckles Foundation who work to continue Frankie's legacy well into the future.Tracklisting A1. Inaya Day & Robin S. - Right Now (A Director's Cut Master)A2. Director's Cut pre

TO COMMEMORATE THE 10th ANNIVERSARY OF HIS PASSING, DEFECTED HONORS FRANKIE KNUCKLES WITH A SPECIAL VINYL EDITION OF 'HOUSE MASTERS' Marking ten years since his passing, join Defected in honoring the enduring legacy of house music pioneer. All proceeds of 'House Masters Frankie Knuckles' will be donated to the Frankie Knuckles Foundation as it was when the compilation was originally released back in April 2015. 'Frankie Knuckles, whom many consider to be one of the architects of house music is still highly influential to a new generation. Since his untimely passing ten years ago it has been incredible to see the continued outpouring of love and respect that he has received. His legacy is why the Frankie Knuckles Foundation exists. Through our work we honor him by supporting initiatives that he was passionate about music education, AIDS and diabetes research, prevention and LGBTQIA+ youth homelessness. This commemorative vinyl of 'House Masters' in association with Defected will allow us to do just that!' - Frederick Dunson, Founder, President & Executive Director, Frankie Knuckles FoundationThe forthcoming vinyl releases will feature a selection of his finest productions and remixes including the seminal 'Your Love', 'The Whistle Song' and remixes for Chaka Khan and Sounds of Blackness. His original 2015 compilation was a CD-only . This is the first time this album has been available on vinyl, featuring 14 of the original 22 tracks spread over 2 double vinyl releases (plus 2 bonus remixes not available on the original CD compilation)!Find out more about Frankie Knuckles Foundation and it's commitment to educating and supporting initiatives across LGBTQIA+ communities and AIDs prevention here //thefkfoundation. Org/Tracklisting A1. Frankie Knuckles ft. Jamie Principle - Your Love A2. Sounds Of Blackness - The Pressure (Frankie Knuckles Classic Mix) B1. Loose End

TO COMMEMORATE THE 10th ANNIVERSARY OF HIS PASSING, DEFECTED HONORS FRANKIE KNUCKLES WITH A SPECIAL VINYL EDITION OF 'HOUSE MASTERS' Marking ten years since his passing, join Defected in honoring the enduring legacy of house music pioneer. All proceeds of 'House Masters Frankie Knuckles' will be donated to the Frankie Knuckles Foundation as it was when the compilation was originally released back in April 2015. 'Frankie Knuckles, whom many consider to be one of the architects of house music is still highly influential to a new generation. Since his untimely passing ten years ago it has been incredible to see the continued outpouring of love and respect that he has received. His legacy is why the Frankie Knuckles Foundation exists. Through our work we honor him by supporting initiatives that he was passionate about music education, AIDS and diabetes research, prevention and LGBTQIA+ youth homelessness. This commemorative vinyl of 'House Masters' in association with Defected will allow us to do just that!' - Frederick Dunson, Founder, President & Executive Director, Frankie Knuckles FoundationThe forthcoming vinyl releases will feature a selection of his finest productions and remixes including the seminal 'Your Love', 'The Whistle Song' and remixes for Chaka Khan and Sounds of Blackness. His original 2015 compilation was a CD-only . This is the first time this album has been available on vinyl, featuring 14 of the original 22 tracks spread over 2 double vinyl releases (plus 2 bonus remixes not available on the original CD compilation)!Find out more about Frankie Knuckles Foundation and it's commitment to educating and supporting initiatives across LGBTQIA+ communities and AIDs prevention here //thefkfoundation. Org/Tracklisting A1. Frankie Knuckles - The Whistle Song (Sound Factory 12' Mix) A2. Alison Limerick - Where Love Lives (Classic Mix) B1. Frankie Knuckle