Name: Ducks & Drakes
Brand: Yan Tregger

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The Orchard/SPV (Membran)

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Extended format: No

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Release date

2018-10-04

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BBEACD477

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730003147722

BBEALP447

730003147715

Artist

Yan Tregger

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Genre EU

Funk / Soul

Yan Tregger is a highly acclaimed artist known for his innovative and influential contributions to the music industry. With a career spanning over several decades, he has established himself as a pioneer in the electronic and disco genres. His unique soundscapes and infectious rhythms have captivated audiences worldwide, earning him a dedicated fan base. Tregger's discography boasts an impressive collection of albums, each showcasing his exceptional talent and creativity. From his early works to his recent releases, he continues to push boundaries and redefine musical boundaries.
Tregger's music is characterized by its mesmerizing melodies, intricate arrangements, and captivating beats. He seamlessly blends elements from various genres, creating a distinctive sound that is both timeless and contemporary. His compositions are rich in texture and depth, often evoking emotions and transporting listeners to another world.
Throughout his career, Tregger has collaborated with renowned artists and producers, further solidifying his status as a visionary musician. His work has been featured in numerous films, commercials, and television shows, gaining widespread recognition for its cinematic quality.

Founded in 1996, Bbe is a UK based record label known for releasing original works and compilations. With a strong association with prominent DJs, the label has released numerous collections in various genres including jazz, soul, hip-hop, r'n'b, house, and drum'n'bass. Bbe's releases feature a diverse range of artists such as *Peter Adarkwah*, *Ben Jolly*, *DJ Spinna*, *J Dilla*, *Kenny Dope*, *Marley Marl*, and many others.

Barely Breaking Even (Bbe) was established by Peter Adarkwah and Ben Jolly to showcase both their own creations and curated compilations. Over the years, Bbe has gained recognition for its compilation series like "The Beat Generation," "Kings of..." and "Strange Games & Funky Things." These releases have become synonymous with quality music from renowned DJs.

The label's extensive catalog includes works from notable artists such as *Roy Ayers*, *Pete Rock*, *Dwele*, *Louie Vega*, *Talib Kweli* and many more. Whether you're a fan of soulful melodies or infectious beats, Bbe offers an impressive collection that caters to diverse musical tastes.

Yan Tregger remains one of the more cultish names to emerge from the experimental French disco scene of the 1970s. But to a growing number of obsessive crate diggers, the two LPs recorded for the Musical Touch Sound label in 1978/9 Catchy and Ducks and Drakes have become like the holy grail of rare disco. Those diggers include Mark Grusane of the late Mr Peabody record store in Chicago. One of the deepest collectors of rare soul, disco and boogie, he included an edit of the sleazy disco bomb Riff On from Catchy on The Real Sound of Mark Grusane, his recent collection of hen’s teeth rarities for BBE. Now, thanks to the careful curation of UK music hero Frankie Valentine, BBE is delighted to dig deeper into the Yan Tregger archives and reissue these two indemand LPs. First up is the 1978 LP Catchy, a heady collection of cosmic disco that should see Tregger’s name ranked alongside those of Arpadys, Cerrone and Space as one of the pioneers of French dance music. Characterised by its energetic rhythm sections, space-age synths and funky guitar riffs, Catchy couldn’t be a more perfect title for this classic collection of late 70’s grooves.

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