Random Factor - ConvergenceElectro don Carl Finlow dropped 'Convergence' under his Random Factor alias back in 2005. It was a definitive showcase of the talent that continues to stand him out two decades on and is completely devoid of samples. Every note is carefully crafted as part of an emotional electro pop classic that track gained legendary status thanks to Craig Richards, who has made it a regular in his sets at Fabric and Houghton Festival. John Tejada injects glitchy

alongside Brenda's unmistakable breathing-singing delivery

I was 28 and she was 32 at the time

' and 'Love Language'

Not for sale

Two Rose Royce treasures from the 1982 Epic LP

“Oohhyyee” is a modern piece of uplifting

while the groove-heavy ‘My Way’ is a refreshing blast of tight percussion and powerhouse vocals from Euka

The gleaming guitars recall disco’s finest hours while the thump of the beats anticipate 80s British soul

In stark contrast to his first album

Oddi's signature groove

the first part of a series that celebrates his inspirations and influences

original copies of this album still change hands in excess of $500 This was Doris's jazz album though it contains more than a hint of Joni Mitchell