5 New Penrose 45s from Daptone Records

Press release from Daptone tells us all about a upcoming 'flurry' of 45s due out this February 2023, expanded details and audio below...

Penrose Records' Flurry of 45s

Out February 24th. Pre-order Now.

Heading into the lovers' season Penrose Records' crack team of meteorologists are predicting a flurry of 45s, with a high chance of soulfulness, blowing into an independent record shop near you. On Friday February 24th look out for five brand new singles from Penrose artists: Thee Sacred Souls, Vicky Tafoya, The Altons, Los Yesterdays, and making his Penrose debut, Jonny Benavidez.

All five will be available in advance at our Valentine's Day Record Release Showcase at The Observatory in Santa Ana on February 14th, featuring live performances by The Altons, Los Yesterdays, Vicky Tafoya, and a special guest appearance by Jonny Benavidez. One show only. Get your tickets now!

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Thee Sacred Souls

Someone's at the door.... Who is it? It's Thee Sacred Souls and they've come bearing a pair of massive tunes off their debut album, this time on the convenient 7" 45rpm format. "Future Lover", a fan favorite of their live set, is beat-ballad perfection, punctuated by silky strings and a pleading call and response hook that serves as the perfect compliment to Josh's passionate lead. "For Now" is a sparse, brooding track whose protagonist pulls at the listeners heartstrings as he struggles to make sense of love that's fading away.

https://daptone.ffm.to/prs1018.GTQ

Vicky Tafoya

Anyone who has had the pleasure of seeing Vicky sing live knows she's one of the most talented singers in the game. Her presence and command on stage has the unique ability to make you feel like she's singing each and every note directly to you. Just being in her orbit for 30 min will have you walking away feeling like you've experienced something special. On this single Vicky flexes her range and writing chops with two deep, deep bluesy ballads of the highest caliber. "Love Don't Treat You Fair" is a tale of despair that creeps along like a long lost Little Willie John session for King. With "The Moment" Vicky delivers an incredibly soulful vocal (ala Etta James) that is so natural and classic its hard to imagine it wasn't recorded 50 years ago. If bluesy soul is what you're after...look no further! 

https://daptone.ffm.to/prs1019.GTQ

The Altons

The Altons turn up the heat with another platter produced by the Inland Empire's own, Bosco Mann. A soulful duet at its core, "Float" finds the group exploring new realms of  pop excellence. The sophisticated arrangement and instrumentation gives the tune a cinematic feel that builds to a crescendo of psychedelic, swirling strings - immersing the listener in a wash of Morricone-tinged euphoria.  A track that wouldn't be out of place in the next Double-O-Seven blockbuster. On the flip is "Cry for Me", a latin-tinged mover featuring Adriana Flores on lead vocal. Her pleading, soulful delivery gives the bouncy, hook-laden tune a seriousness that's simultaneously uplifting and heartbreaking.

Float

Cry For Me

https://daptone.ffm.to/prs1016.GTQ

Los Yesterdays

On the heels of their smash hit "Nobody's Clown," Los Yesterdays’ return with "Who Made You You?" - whose dark feel coupled with singer Victor Benavides' bell-like timbre makes for a dichotomy of vibes that makes for a sinister groover that's sure to get heads bobbing at discerning Dj nights around the globe.  Imagine Eddie Holman cutting a side for Fania and you're getting warm. On the other side of this future-classic you'll find quite possibly the best version of Richard Berry's classic "Louie Louie '' since the Kingsmen! Giving it the low and slow treatment, Los Yesterdays alters its DNA, creating a bonafide ballad banger poised to turn-on a whole new generation of folks to this R&B party fave. 

"Who Made You You?"

"Louie Louie ''

     

https://daptone.ffm.to/prs1015.GTQ

and making his Penrose debut...

Jonny Benavidez.

In collaboration with our good pals at Timmion Records we are pleased to present two slamming sides from Mr. “Tell Me That You Love Me” himself, Jonny Benavidez. Hailing from San Diego and currently residing in NYC, Jonny is a vocal group aficionado of the highest order who has sung and studied with the best of ’em. This is evident as soon as his sweet vocals drop in “Somebody Cares” – a mid-tempo mover sure to make waves on the WC scene. On the flip is “Slow Down Girl” , a refreshingly uptempo tune that’s sure to get your heart rate up. Stay tuned for more to come in 2023.

“Somebody Cares”

https://daptone.ffm.to/prs1017.GTQ