James Greenwood is a DJ, producer, and curator whose roots run deep in the culture of vinyl, community, and craft. Based in Manchester, James has become a regular name on the city's vibrant music scene, known for his soulful ear, razor-sharp edits, and unmistakable style — a sound built on quality, groove, and timeless energy.

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In more recent times, James has been hosting his own Semi-Skimmed Edits nights at Manchester's iconic Freight Island, including stand-out sessions alongside legends like Greg Wilson, and upcoming collaborations with Eastern Bloc Records (James Greenwood vs Jim Bane). His events are a true celebration of disco, boogie, and re-edit culture, curated with care and respect for the roots.

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Semi-Skimmed Edits: A Vinyl-Only Venture-Launched in 2021, Semi-Skimmed Edits is a vinyl-only label devoted to the traditional craft of re-editing. With hand-stamped, limited releases like SSE007 (Down4Love, Satisfactory, Jump4It) and SSE004, James breathes new life into hidden classics — unearthing rare grooves and refining them into dancefloor gold. Each release is carefully constructed, honouring the music's original spirit while bringing something unmistakable to the table.​

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The Sound and Setup

James’s studio space is a visual love letter to the art of DJing: walls lined with vinyl, Technics 1210s ready for action, and a stunning vintage rotary mixer at the heart of it all. His reels give a glimpse into a setup and a process that is truly old school — pure, tactile, real.​

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I first met James over 10 years ago through SoundCloud, back when I was running my first record label. I heard one of his tunes, got chatting, signed it — and from there, a friendship grew. Over the years, we shared the buzz of being aspiring DJs, the magic of playing alongside each other, and the memories of those early moments chasing music dreams. I’ve always respected James not only as a talented producer and DJ, but as one of the hardest grafters in the game — someone who has stayed true to his sound, his vibe, and his rhythm without compromise. I rate him highly for that, and always will. At Imaginative Reaction, we’re proud to spotlight artists like James Greenwood — creators who honour their roots while pushing the culture forward, record by record, dancefloor by dancefloor.

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Marcus O'Shaughnessy - Founder of Imaginative Reaction​