The MWLP prefix represents a short but important chapter in the evolution of the Mo' Wax catalogue. Only three releases were issued under the dedicated MWLP numbering system before the label began incorporating album-length releases directly into the main MW catalogue sequence. All three titles were released on vinyl, with two appearing as double 12-inch sets and the final release, Royalties Overdue(MWLP003), also issued as a coloured-vinyl edition. Each release was simultaneously made available on CD under the corresponding MWCD prefix. [mowaxdiscography.com]
Although limited in scope, the MWLP series demonstrated the label's early ambition to present album projects as distinct releases within the catalogue. The use of double-vinyl formats reflected both the technical requirements of longer-running releases and Mo' Wax's commitment to high production standards, while the coloured-vinyl edition of MWLP003 highlighted the label's growing interest in collectible and visually distinctive formats. [mowaxdiscography.com]
No official explanation has been documented for the discontinuation of the MWLP prefix. However, the subsequent catalogue structure suggests a move towards a more unified numbering system. After MWLP003, album and compilation releases began to appear alongside singles and EPs within the main MW sequence, removing the need for separate LP and CD prefixes.
This change coincided with the release of some of the label's most significant projects, including Strictly Turntablized (MW025), Headz (MW026) and later Endtroducing..... (MW059). By placing albums, compilations and singles within a single catalogue sequence, Mo' Wax created a more cohesive discography and reinforced the idea that all releases formed part of the same creative narrative, regardless of format.
Despite its brief lifespan, the MWLP series remains an important transitional stage in the label's history, bridging the gap between Mo' Wax's early catalogue organisation and the unified MW numbering system that would define its most influential and celebrated releases.
Although limited in scope, the MWLP series demonstrated the label's early ambition to present album projects as distinct releases within the catalogue. The use of double-vinyl formats reflected both the technical requirements of longer-running releases and Mo' Wax's commitment to high production standards, while the coloured-vinyl edition of MWLP003 highlighted the label's growing interest in collectible and visually distinctive formats. [mowaxdiscography.com]
No official explanation has been documented for the discontinuation of the MWLP prefix. However, the subsequent catalogue structure suggests a move towards a more unified numbering system. After MWLP003, album and compilation releases began to appear alongside singles and EPs within the main MW sequence, removing the need for separate LP and CD prefixes.
This change coincided with the release of some of the label's most significant projects, including Strictly Turntablized (MW025), Headz (MW026) and later Endtroducing..... (MW059). By placing albums, compilations and singles within a single catalogue sequence, Mo' Wax created a more cohesive discography and reinforced the idea that all releases formed part of the same creative narrative, regardless of format.
Despite its brief lifespan, the MWLP series remains an important transitional stage in the label's history, bridging the gap between Mo' Wax's early catalogue organisation and the unified MW numbering system that would define its most influential and celebrated releases.
MWlp001 - various - jazz hip jap
MWLP001
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MWLP001
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Artist: Various
Title: Jazz Hip Jap Project
Format: 12” X 2
Released: 1993
Title: Jazz Hip Jap Project
Format: 12” X 2
Released: 1993
mwlp001 promo cassette - Various - Jazz Hip JAp
MWLP001 Cassette
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MWLP001 Cassette
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Artist: Various
Title: Jazz Hip Jap Project
Format: Cassette Promo - CT Records
Released: 1993
Title: Jazz Hip Jap Project
Format: Cassette Promo - CT Records
Released: 1993
mwlp002 - Federation - flower to the sun
MWLP002
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MWLP002
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Artist: Federation
Title: Flower To The Sun
Format: 12”
Released: 1994
Title: Flower To The Sun
Format: 12”
Released: 1994
mwlp003 - various - royALTIES OVERDUE
MWLP003
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MWLP003
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Artist: Various Artists
Title: Royalties Overdue
Format: 12" X 2
Released: 1994
Title: Royalties Overdue
Format: 12" X 2
Released: 1994
mwlp003 coloured vinyl - various - royALTIES OVERDUE
MWLP003 Coloured Vinyl
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MWLP003 Coloured Vinyl
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Artist: Various Artists
Title: Royalties Overdue
Format: 12" X 2 - Coloured Vinyl
Released: 1994
Title: Royalties Overdue
Format: 12" X 2 - Coloured Vinyl
Released: 1994