Name: Little Orphan Boy (Two Soul Fusion Remixes)
Brand: Brian Jackson

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

BBE681SLP

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Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-08-18

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Above Board

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

196626001467

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Total Cap

12" / 2 / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Brian Jackson

Genre GB

House / UK Garage

Label GB

BBE is a UK based record label, short for Barely Breaking Even. Founded in 1996 by Peter Adarkwah and Ben Jolly, the label releases both original works and compilations. Known for their compilation series such as "The Beat Generation" and "Kings of...," BBE features a wide range of collections in genres like jazz, soul, hip-hop, r'n'b, house, drum'n'bass, and more. With a diverse roster of artists including *J Dilla*, *Pete Rock*, *Roy Ayers*, *Marley Marl*, and many others, BBE continues to be a prominent force in the music industry.
The label's association with German label G-Stone Recordings has further expanded its reach. Since its inception, BBE has released numerous acclaimed albums and compilations that have garnered critical acclaim and commercial success.
With an extensive catalog spanning over two decades, BBE remains dedicated to showcasing exceptional talent from various genres while consistently delivering high-quality music to its loyal fanbase worldwide.

Brian Jackson is an American soul/jazz keyboardist, flautist, singer, composer, producer, and artist. Born on 11 October 1952 in Brooklyn, New York City, he gained recognition for his collaborations with *Gil Scott-Heron* in the 1970s. His Fender Rhodes electric piano and flute accompaniments were prominent features in their compositions, notably on tracks like "The Bottle" and "Your Daddy Loves You". They worked together on nine albums between 1971 and 1980 under labels such as Flying Dutchman, Strata-East, and Arista.

After a hiatus from releasing music projects, Brian Jackson made a comeback through the *Jazz Is Dead* project in 2021 with the album "[m=2245633]". He continued to captivate audiences with his talent by releasing his own album "[m=2651705]" in 2022.

With influences from artists like Gary Bartz, Roy Ayers, Lonnie Liston Smith, and more; Brian Jackson's musical style resonates with fans of soulful jazz. His contributions to the industry have solidified his place among notable performers.

Little Orphan Boy is the second single taken from album This Is Brian Jackson, presented with remixes by Two Soul Fusion, a.k.a. Louie Vega and Josh Milan.

The veteran artist’s first true solo LP in over 20 years, This Is Brian Jackson is produced by Phenomenal Handclap Band founder Daniel Collás. Collás lovingly re-frames and updates ideas and demos that Jackson first laid down back in 1976, right around the time he recorded ‘Bridges’ with Gil Scott-Heron, for a solo project that never saw the light of day… until now.

Alongside his Two Soul Fusion partner Josh Milan, Louie Vega gives the album’s closing track Little Orphan Boy two truly vintage remix treatments, taking the song on an eclectic, soul-stirring, timeless journey. The extended Two Soul Fusion mix calls to mind the golden era of Masters at Work productions, featuring a Latin-infused percussion groove, shimmering organs and in-the-cut funky guitar lines. The ‘Downtempo’ remix lets Brian Jackson’s vocals ride over a head-nodding, stripped back, yet equally soulful arrangement.

“A dream to work with Brian Jackson” says Louie Vega. “I mean, he’s a big part of our musical landscape and has been a huge inspiration in our lives. From way back to my early years in the Bronx, through to my DJing and producing career, into productions like Nuyorican Soul, Elements of Life, Kenlou, Brian and Gil have always been with us! Now to work on such an amazing song with Brian’s keyboard work and lead vocal, it made it so much easier for Two Soul Fusion (Josh and I) to find that pocket and groove. We had to create an epic piece and take you on a trip through several styles, it was calling for it. That’s due to the original work of Brian Jackson, a true Master at Work &amp; Two Soul Fusion hero!!! I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next on the horizon with us and the one &amp; only Brian Jackson.

Brian Jackson: “I have always loved the musicality and the rhythmic power that surges through the artistry of Louie Vega since I first heard him in Masters at Work. I made a silent wish that one day I would hear one of my songs given that special treatment. Imagine my elation to know that it would finally happen – with a song I wrote and recorded 45 years ago for a solo project that might have never happened if not for producer Daniel Collás and BBE chief Peter Adarkwah! Louie, along with Two Soul Fusion partner Josh Milan and I are alike in so many ways, I knew that if we ever got together, magic would happen and well… here’s to magic! My love and gratitude to Louie, Josh, Daniel, Peter and the beautiful BBE family.”