Various Artists - Soma Quality Recordings (Daft Punk, Richie Hawtin, Slam)

Label: Soma Quality Recordings – SOMA LP 001
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Limited Edition
Country: UK
Released: Nov 14, 1994
Genre: Electronic
Style: House, Techno, Deep House
Condition: Very Good+

Soma Quality Recordings, commonly known as Soma Records, is an independent record label based in Glasgow, Scotland. Co-founded in 1991 by the electronic music duo Slam (Stuart McMillan and Orde Meikle), Dave Clarke, and Glenn Gibbons, the label has been instrumental in promoting techno and house music.

In 1994, Soma Records released its first various artists compilation album titled "Soma Quality Recordings Vol. 1." This compilation showcased the label's early roster and provided a platform for emerging electronic artists. The album features a blend of deep house and techno tracks, reflecting the vibrant electronic music scene of the time. Notably, the compilation includes "Alive" by Daft Punk, marking one of their early releases before achieving international fame.

"Soma Quality Recordings Vol. 1" serves as a significant milestone in the label's history, encapsulating the essence of early '90s electronic music and highlighting the talents that contributed to Soma's enduring legacy.

A1. Slam – Eterna
A2. Rejuvination – I.B.O.
A3. Dove – Fallen (Darkest Hour)
B1. G7 – Sedubbed
B2. Otaku – Percussion Obsession
B3. Rejuvination – Requiem
C1. Slam – Positive Education (Richie Hawtin's Stripped Mix)
C2. Liebezeit – Something Wonderful
C3. East Men – U Dig
D1. Holmes* & McMillan – Total Toxic Overload
D2. Desert Storm – Scoraig '93
D3. Daft Punk – Alive