{"title":"Snips","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStephen W. Parsons, also known as Steve Parsons, Snips, Mr. Snips, SWP, is a British musician, composer, songwriter and music producer. Born on 19 June 1951 in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, he has made significant contributions to the music industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a diverse range of talents and skills, Snips has created a unique sound that resonates with fans worldwide. His compositions and productions have captivated audiences across genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfluenced by artists such as Soul Supreme, WheelUP, Inkswel and many others from his extensive list of similar artists, Snips continues to push boundaries and create innovative music that stands out in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blasphemy","title":"Blasphemy","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfter a Classic\/Defected release and a string of edit projects\/remix work Snips returns to his own Barbershop Records for his latest release \"Blasphemy\", a project drawing solely on Gospel samples from Snips' personal collection. Barbershop sticks with the theme of re-imagining the past to create something new while continually offering an alternative to todays mainstream. With Gospel music being the least commodified of its contemporaries yet the most essential element of them all, it would seem the perfect sample source for a Barbershop release and a sonically perfect fit for Snips' brand of Hip Hop, Soul \u0026amp; House inspired beats. From future club friendly anthems like \u003ci\u003eFeed The People\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFeel The Spirit\u003c\/i\u003e to the true school Boom Bap sensibilities of \u003ci\u003ePattersons Pilgrims\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eNever Waltz Alone\u003c\/i\u003e this release has all bases covered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barbershop Records","offers":[{"title":"Black | 12\"","offer_id":50465055998283,"sku":"1120793","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/c251e5bc-75e7-4896-90a9-25d475dcaf8a_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727281063"},{"product_id":"water-get-no-enemy-the-revolution-will-not-be-televised","title":"Water Get No Enemy \/ The Revolution Will Not Be Televised","description":"\u003cp\u003eSnips returns on Barbershop Records for a limited run of 7\"s consiting of two classic remakes. Snips enlists Brazillian Yoruba artist Eduardo Brecho for a remake of Fela Kutis classic \"Water Get No Enemy\" on side A. An Uptempo take sung solely in Yoruba. On Side B Snips is joined by London poet Juno for a remake of a Gil Scotts clasic \"The Revolution Will Not Be Televised\". A modern take on topics that seem as relevant today as they did at the time of the originals' release.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barbershop Records","offers":[{"title":"7\"","offer_id":50529774633291,"sku":"2010466","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_5ced7321_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1728066356"},{"product_id":"nebuer-ep","title":"Nebuer EP","description":"\u003cp\u003eSnips returns on his own Barbershop Records for the release of his latest \"Nebuer EP\". The project is a mix of sample heavy House and Hip Hop that Snips has become synonymous with. The EP was inspired and dedicated to his newborn son, with each track being a reference to a specific step in his journey into fatherhood. While its an extremley personal body of work it still doesnt shy away from being club ready and an essential addition to any DJs collection\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barbershop Records","offers":[{"title":"Black 7\"","offer_id":50543717089611,"sku":"2183190","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_7697e802_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1728313122"},{"product_id":"the-solo-years-1978-1981","title":"The Solo Years 1978-1981","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeatures former Sharks and Baker Gurvitz Army singer Steve ‘Snips’ Parsons’ 1978 debut solo album \u003cem\u003eVideo King\u003c\/em\u003e and its 1981 follow up \u003cem\u003eLa Rocca!\u003c\/em\u003e, both forgotten new wave gems ripe for rediscovery. Packaged with associated singles and BBC recordings. \u003cem\u003eVideo King\u003c\/em\u003e is released on CD for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes 31 previously unreleased recordings including the never before issued songs ‘Taxi’ and ‘Kustom Car Kommandos’. 27 of these unissued recordings are BBC live in concert and session tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnips compiled this box set and wrote the notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCD 1 focuses on Snips’ first solo album ‘Video King’ that was recorded with his band The Video Kings who included bassist Jackie Badger formerly of cult prog rock band Mother Superior, co-produced by Snips with Steve Lillywhite and originally issued by Jet Records. The songs on this new wave pop album are all written by Snips except the excellent ‘Walking’ which is a co-write with his fellow former Sharks member Chris Spedding. Other highlights include the single ‘Waiting For Tonight’ and ‘Love Is Blind’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCD 2 features Snips’ second album ‘La Rocca!’ originally released on MAM Records that contains the radio hit ‘9 O’Clock’ on which Midge Ure plays guitar and synth, Jackie Badger plays bass and Steve Young from Holly And The Italians is on drums. Unfortunately, not enough copies of the single were pressed, shops ran out and by the time it was re-pressed all momentum had been lost so it was never the huge hit it should have been. Midge Ure was also part of Snips’ band for the March 1980 BBC In Concert included on CD3. ‘La Rocca!’ also includes the singles ‘Telepathy’ and ‘Tight Shoes’ and a cover of Larrry Wallis’ ‘Police Car’. Snips’ version of the Holland \/ Dozier\/ Holland penned ‘You’re A Wonderful One’, originally recorded by Marvin Gaye is a bonus track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCD3 is comprised of previously unreleased BBC recordings and shows that Snips was a consistently great live act.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lemon","offers":[{"title":"3CD","offer_id":51932939551051,"sku":"R4344-8472","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Screenshot2025-05-30at14.14.35.png?v=1748610943"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_48ca59c5_thumbnail_4096_6765d8d2-88a6-451c-aac3-bdc076176abf.jpg?v=1727281042","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/de\/collections\/snips.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}