Jimi Tenor – Take Me Baby (12'' Vinyl, 1994, Retro Electronic)

Jimi Tenor's 12" single "Take Me Baby" was released in 1994 on the Finnish label Sähkö Recordings and quickly became a cult classic in the European club scene. Featuring multiple mixes on both sides, the release showcases a fascinating range of electronic expression – from stripped-down house structures to experimental sounds. The minimalist black-and-white artwork underscores the minimalist approach for which the label became known in the 90s. An authentic piece of club history and a sought-after collector's item for vinyl enthusiasts.

Historical background

Jimi Tenor (born Lassi Lehto in 1965 in Lahti, Finland ) is a genre-crossing musician who has been considered a boundary-crosser between electronic music, jazz, funk, and the avant-garde since the early 1990s. Following his initial releases on Sähkö Recordings, his distinctive style quickly garnered international attention. Later albums were released on labels including the renowned Warp Records . "Take Me Baby" is one of his best-known tracks and a prime example of the fusion of club aesthetics, experimentalism, and cool Nordic minimalism.

Product details

• Format: 12'' Vinyl Single

• Title: Take Me Baby

• Artist: Jimi Tenor

• Label: Sähkö Recordings

• Year of publication: 1994

• Genre: Electronic, House, Experimental

• Vinyl condition: Very good (VG+) – glossy surface, some light hairlines and marks visible, no deep scratches; test playback without significant problems, slight background noise possible in quiet passages

• Cover condition: Good (G) – visible signs of age and use, some significant edge wear, creases at the edges, noticeable ring wear on the back; top edge slightly frayed, front with original price sticker; despite flaws, stable and complete.

• Special features: Original pressing 1994, includes several mix versions, typical artwork from the early Sähkö phase

Notes

• Original 90s pressing – a collector's item from electronic club history

• Signs of wear consistent with age are present (see photos).

• Images are part of the item description