In addition to making some pretty damn good hip-hop beats, French producer Guts is a music curator and vinyl hunter as well. The now-Ibiza-based musical mastermind will be releasing his third Beach Diggin' compilation alongside his compatriot, Los Angeles painter Mambo, that features wide-varying, super rare vinyl selections found from around the world. From bossa nova, to soul, to jazz, Latin, Afro-funk, and more—you name it, and it's there. The first track that's been released from the compilation is a Gene Lawrence cover of Gene McDaniels' 1975-released track of the same name, and, despite the fact that you'll have no idea who these artists are, it's a track that's will have you grooving in an instant. It's going to hit you right in the heart, too, and, like the album's catchline says, it's the perfect soundtrack to chill to on the beach. Pre-order Beach Diggin', Vol.3 HERE. It's out July 10.
Gene Lawrence