DJM Records

DJM Records on vinyl: Dick James’s London label

In short: DJM stands for Dick James Music: London music publisher Dick James and his son Stephen James founded the label in the late sixties, and it became best known for Elton John’s early records. Alongside them DJM also released American soul, funk and jazz in Britain. The Vinyl Room currently has 5 records on DJM Records.

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Records on DJM Records

→ Soul · Funk · Jazz-funk · Soul & funk on vinyl

What makes DJM Records special?

Funk and breaks: “Bongo Rock” by The Incredible Bongo Band includes “Apache” – one of the best-known breaks in hip-hop. Alongside it is Ike Turner with “Funky Mule”.

Jazz and vocals: “Kawaida” with Herbie Hancock and Don Cherry, plus the singers Gloria Lynne with “I'm So In Love” and Grace Kennedy with “Desire”.

FAQ

What does DJM stand for? Dick James Music – after London music publisher Dick James, who founded the label with his son Stephen James.

What is DJM known for? Above all for Elton John’s early records.

What music do you have on DJM? Soul, funk and jazz – such as The Incredible Bongo Band’s “Bongo Rock”.

Where are your DJM records from? British editions from the seventies – 5 records in all.