Time Machine - The Best Of Direct Drive & First Light 1981-82 - Direct Drive (3) / First Light (3) - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

‘Time Machine’ is a vibrant chronicle of British jazz-funk’s golden moment, gathering the finest tracks from Direct Drive and First Light’s 1981-82 output. In an era where dancefloors pulsed with the optimism of a new decade, these bands pioneered a sound that seamlessly fused jazz musicianship with the infectious rhythms of funk and the gleaming sheen of early electronic production. Every groove on this collection vibrates with the energy of London’s underground clubs, where soulful vocals and tight horn arrangements met synth flourishes and irresistible basslines. This anthology is more than a retrospective—it’s a time capsule brimming with the creative spirit that pushed UK dance music toward the future. Tracks like “In The Middle Of Spring” and “Time Machine” exemplify Direct Drive’s knack for sophisticated arrangements, while First Light’s contributions glow with melodic invention and a sense of boundless possibility. For fans of rare groove, crate-digging DJs, or anyone tracing the roots of modern dance music, this compilation is a must-own document of a uniquely British chapter in jazz and funk. Experience the pulse of a scene on the brink of transformation, preserved in these essential sides. Track List: A1 - Time Machine - A2 - Don't Depend On Me - A3 - I'm The One - A4 - Time's Running Out - B1 - Don't Be Mistaken - B2 - A.M. - B3 - Horse With No Name -