SOUL JAZZ RECORDS presents A CERTAIN RATIO Early (2010 issue UK 2-CD album set - After punk, a new set of groups emerged who wanted to mix dance music – funk, soul, reggae, disco – with the spirit of punk. Recently voted part of The Guardian's 100 Albums To Die For, described by Andy Weatherall as his all-time favourite band, A Certain Ratio were the first group [alongside Joy Division] to sign to Manchester's infamous Factory Records in 1978. As purveyors of dance music in the aftermath of punk, A Certain Ratio led the field. Soul Jazz Records are reissuing their definitive ACR compilation, the seminal 'Early' anthology, featuring classic tracks along with lots of rare stuff, interviews and original photos. More details to follow...)