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Review: Straight back to 1987: original copies of Eric Bell's "Your Love" have been the sole preserve of collectors and classicists for many years, often fetching triple figures when they surface. Whether it's Eric's heartfelt croons on the original, or Frankie Knuckles' full coloured, super-euphoric instrumental, this genre-defining record has stood the test of time with near-matchless impeccabilty. An essential slice of history.

Review: In this week's house charts, it's certainly Frankie Knuckle's "Waiting On My Angel" which gets the number one spot, and this is due to various reasons. First of all, this majestic piece of house music was made all the way back in 1985; yes, that's thirty years ago and the tune still sounds as fresh as anything played in the clubs today. Secondly, it's also Jamie Principle's first commercial single, and you can hear everything from David Bowie to Kraftwerk in the mix. Last but not least, it's produced by the late Frankie Knuckles, a guy who knew a thing or two about house music. Oh, and we forgot to say that you get three mixes of the tune, including the much sought-after dub on the tail-end of the B-side. You simply can't miss this.

Review: Chicago's legendary Trax Records is on fire as of late (as if they never were!) with all their reissues and once again, they've hit the nail on the head with this gem by dearly departed don and house innovator, Frankie Knuckles. This is pure Paradise Garage vibes from start to finish, each track spewing gritty beats and sexy melodies with an unmistakable disco flavour. "Your Love" is a tune that needs to introduction and it's probably the reason why you're here now browsing through the house 12"s. Essential doesn't even cover it.

Review: Whoever is putting out these Trax reissues - whether it's the original label from Chicago or someone smart enough to get their hands on the master tapes - is doing a mighty fine job of it because now you can own some of the most pioneering work in house music for less than the usual $100 secondhand market tag. This time it's legend Marshall Jefferson's (creator of the HOUSE MUSIC ANTHEM) On The House project that sees a re-lick onto vinyl. The gorgeous "Ride The Rhythm" is spun out by the visionary mixing skills of Chicago's late Ron Hardy one the A-side, and Chicago next best (and unfortunately late) Franke Knuckles who turns in a slightly less wonky affair. Both essential, buy on sight.