re:Discovery
New Wax Poetics writer discovers a Melton Brothers Band LP at the Vermont Public Radio Vintage Vinyl Sale and Pledge Drive. The (twin) brothers Melton offer a little info on this obscure 1979 release.

Academic Archive Volume VI: Eldred v. Ashcroft
Brilliantly illustrated by Nathan Antolik, Joe Allen's "Archive" takes a hard look at the recent Elred v. Ashcroft ruling and explains why this absolutely effects anyone who is reading Wax Poetics.

Left-Field Americana
Dante Carfagna pulls a few private press LPs out of his crates.

On the Blackhand Side: Darktown Strutters
The column returns with a look at classic blaxploitation flick Darktown Strutters.

Sun Ra: Ultimate Space Odyssey
Filled with photos by Ra friend and photographer Alan Nahigian, this article introduces Ra's life to those who were always too intimidated to take on the vast career of Sun Ra. Seven pages of rare records!

Unmasking the Beats: Funky Sun Ra
J. P. Jones speaks out on some funkier, and just plain interesting, Sun Ra joints.

Bad Medicine: Pure Funk
Bad Med member Harry Rado compiled a short biography of the obscure New York funk outfit. Thoroughly interesting shit! Combined with the archival shots, it reminds us of why music history is so fun.

45 King: That's How You Say My Name
DJ Monkone tracks down the elusive yet ever-present 45 King and...what do you think? Talks beats! One of the most interesting interviews to grace the pages of Wax Poetics. Photos by Beth Fladung.