Victor Axelrod Productions For Daptone Records - If You Ask Me To...

If You Ask Me To: Victor Axelrod Productions for Daptone Records is a compilation album released in September 2023. It gathers tracks produced by Axelrod between 2007 and 2023, highlighting his work with artists such as Sugar Minott, Bob & Gene, Charles Bradley, The Frightnrs, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, and Binky Griptite. Known for his production work under the alias Ticklah, this is the first LP released on Daptone under his given name. The collection showcases Axelrod’s deep involvement in shaping the label’s sound over the years.

Musically, the album spans reggae, rocksteady, and soul, with Axelrod bringing vintage warmth, steady grooves, and soulful arrangements to both well-known and overlooked tracks. The record captures his ability to bridge genres while keeping the performances rooted in authenticity, balancing careful production with the raw emotion of the singers he works with. It serves as both a retrospective and a celebration of Axelrod’s role in Daptone’s history.
A1 One Step Ahead
A2 If You Ask Me To
A3 Whatcha Doing (To Me)
A4 I Can Be Cool
A5 Lover Like Me
B1 I'D Rather Go Blind
B2 I Can'T Stand These Lonely Nights
B3 It'S Not What You Know (It'S Who You Know)
B4 How Long Do I Have To Wait For You
B5 Conscience Is Heavy