Rather than focus on particular tracks, we prefer to focus on entire singles here at Phonica, be they 7inch, 10inch, or 12inch – there has to be a physical release for it to be included in our chart. It’s the hardest chart of all to compile, as these short tracks or EPs are far more subjective than an album and far less consensus amongst us. So here, we are looking at those singles or tracks that made an impact, that provided us with the soundtrack to nights, those that sold a lot at the shop, and, most importantly, those loved by our staff members here.
There was an undoubted winner here - easily our bestseller of the year and liked by everyone - but is it a reissue or a new record. Ostensibly, it is a cover version - its Alex Kassian's version (a reference!) of Manuel Gottsching's 'E2 E4' and it sits atop our chart by its sheer popularity! Alex Kassian' also gets a mention with his 'Elastic' follow-up as Opal Sunn with Hiroaki Oba.
The other anthem of the year was Joy Orbison's 'Flight FM' but unfortunately, its now out of press, but still featuring on many dancefloors (and winning the Best of British best track award). Quiet Village returned with a jazz-flavoured downtempo release that make us ask 'Why did it take the so long to return?. The album should be out late next year.
Gerald Mitchell aka Los Hermanos gave us the huge Jaguar-like anthem that was 'Family' - the track isnt new but this was the first time it was released - a euphoric techno track!! Or how about Tyla's pop hit 'Water' with its US-house style remixes, featured here, or K-Lone's Aus anthem 'yeah yeah yeah yeah' on 'Catching Wild Part 2'!
There are far too many great records to talk about here, but have a listen to these excellent 12inches below.....
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