There may not be a more suitable name than Hard Hitter to grace an album cover ever again. The drums hit, and they hit hard. From cinematic funk ("Speed Trap", "Hard Hitter", "Decisive Action", and "Big Dipper"), to strutting grooves ("Fun Seeker"), along with jazzy ("Three's A Crowd") and erratic ("Super Drive") recordings, this record sounds like a 1970's action movie. Released in 1975, Hard Hitter features compositions by Keith Papworth, who, in addition to writing hundreds of tracks for de Wolfe Music's production library over the course of three decades, is best known for having his recordings featured in Monty Python skits and movies. Hard Hitter is beloved by crate diggers of all genres for it's minimalist orchestration over heavy grooves.
Release date:
February 11, 2022
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted
Mounted on the SH-4 Black Headshell, this setup delivers exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and accurate sound reproduction.
-
Cartridges - Top Picks
A selection of turnatble cartridges that provide great performance and sound quality
-
Technics SL-1500C Turntable
Features a direct-drive motor, a high-precision tonearm, and a premium MM cartridge, delivering exceptional sound quality
-
Phono Preamps - Top Picks
A selection of the best phono preamps for your turntable setup
-
Edifier R1280DB Powered Speakers
Combining classic design with modern Bluetooth connectivity, built-in amplification and versatile inputs, these speakers deliver rich, balanced sound.
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
Death Cult Paradise Live (White Black Splatter) [2xLP]
Beggars Banquet
January 16, 2026 -
Biohazard Divided We Fall
Frontiers New Recordings Physical Only
October 17, 2025 -
Yannis & the Yaw Onstage [2xLP]
Transgressive
November 14, 2025 -
The Bats Corner Coming Up (Blue)
Flying Nun
October 24, 2025 -
Cusp What I Want Doesn't Want Me Back (Ice Blue)
Exploding In Sound Records
October 17, 2025 -
Melody's Echo Chamber Unclouded
Domino Record Co
December 5, 2025 -
Descendents I Don't Want to Grow Up Punk Note Edition
Org Music
November 21, 2025 -
Bob Moses BLINK
Bob Moses LLC
October 17, 2025 -
Animal Collective Feels 20th Anniversary (Deluxe Edition, Translucent Grape) [3xLP]
Domino Record Co
October 17, 2025 -
The Paper Kites If You Go There, I Hope You Find It (Rust)
Nettwerk Records
January 23, 2026 -
Sabaton Legends
Better Noise Music
October 17, 2025 -
Raekwon THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES OCEAN CRANFIRE
Corey Woods p/k/a "Raekwon"
October 24, 2025 -
Daedric As The Light Left
Fixt
November 14, 2025 -
The Jimi Hendrix Experience Bold As Love (Deluxe) [6xLP]
Legacy Recordings
November 7, 2025