{"product_id":"gap-mangione-diana","title":"Gap Mangione – Diana In The Autumn Wind","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGap Mangione – Diana In The Autumn Wind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis one of the most sought-after jazz-funk albums of all time, finally receiving its first ever official vinyl reissue via Be With Records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally released in 1968 and long considered a true “holy grail” for collectors, this legendary album blends jazz, funk, library music, breaks and orchestral arrangements into a rich, cinematic listening experience. For decades, original pressings have commanded premium prices, making this long-awaited reissue an essential moment for crate diggers, DJs and serious vinyl collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamed for its deep influence on hip-hop production,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiana In The Autumn Wind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas been sampled by icons including J Dilla, Madlib, A Tribe Called Quest, Ghostface Killah, Kendrick Lamar and Talib Kweli. The title track alone helped shape some of the most beloved beats in underground and golden-era hip-hop, but this album is far more than a sample source — it stands as a complete and compelling work in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a stellar lineup including bassist Tony Levin and legendary drummer Steve Gadd early in their careers, the album delivers a masterclass in groove, arrangement and musical interplay. Warm electric piano, expressive organ work, dynamic horn sections and intricate rhythm patterns combine to create a sound that is both sophisticated and deeply soulful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighlights include the swaggering opener\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Boy With Toys”\u003c\/strong\u003e, the hauntingly beautiful\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Diana In The Autumn Wind”\u003c\/strong\u003e, the groove-heavy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Long Hair Soulful”\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the expansive, emotionally rich\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Pond With Swans”\u003c\/strong\u003e. Across both sides, the record moves effortlessly between jazz improvisation, cinematic scoring, funk breaks and lush orchestration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Be With Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57520300720502,"sku":"BEWITH200LP","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/6450\/6005\/files\/BEWITH200LP.jpg?v=1774431400","url":"https:\/\/www.stickyblacktarmac.com\/products\/gap-mangione-diana","provider":"Sticky Black Tarmac","version":"1.0","type":"link"}