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Girassol
Cat: MRB 7215. Rel: 08 Jul 22
 
International
Girassol (1:42)
Girassol (Playback) (1:38)
Review: 'Girassol' has long been one of the hardest-to-find gems in Brazilian great Marcos Valle's vast catalogue of sun-drenched musical treats. It was initially recorded and released as a promo-only seven-inch, with copies being handed out to customers of a Brazilian supermarket chain. This, then, marks the track's first ever commercial release. In its' original form (side A), 'Girassol' is a lusciously short, soft-focus affair - a two-minute chunk of laidback, jazz-funk influenced South American boogie bliss with the kind of high production values that you'd expect from Valle during his successful post-disco period. As with the original 7", it comes backed with the slightly more elaborate 'Playback' instrumental mix, where gentle, eyes-closed saxophone solos come to the fore.
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A Paraiba Nao E Chicago
Cat: BRZ45 061. Rel: 07 Feb 17
 
International
Marcos Valle - "A Paraiba Nao E Chicago" (4:39)
Don Beto - "Nao Quero Mais" (2:11)
Review: For the latest volume in their ongoing Brazil 45s series, Mr Bongo has decided to change tack. The two tracks showcased here are from the golden age of Brazilian boogie. On the A-side you'll find Marcos Valle's "A Paraiba Nao E Chicago", a largely overlooked cut from his 1981 full-length Vontade De Rever Voce. While not as instantly as infectious as some of his better-known singles, it's still superb; a breezy, blue-eyed soul cut full of rising horns and sweet Portuguese vocals. On the B-side, you'll find Don Beto's 1978 disco-funk jam "Nao Quero Mais", a superb track that was seemingly inspired by the Doobie Brothers' "Long Train Running".
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Mentira
Mentira (7")
Cat: BRZ 45017. Rel: 07 Aug 18
 
International
Marcos Valle - "Mentira" (3:43)
Toni Tornado - "Me Libertei" (3:39)
Review: Two premium Latin funk documents on one limited 45, Mr Bongo deliver once again: Marcos Valle needs no introduction to Brazilian music enthusiasts. "Mentira" is a self-cover as Valle takes his 69 classic "Mentira Carioca" and develops the dynamic with a vocal style that's highly reminiscent of Donovan. Flip for Toni Tornado's Black Rio anthem "Me Libertei". Fusing sleazy rock n roll with jazzy Latin soul, madly this is the first time it's ever graced a 45!
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Tags: MPB | Samba | Brazilian Funk
 in stock $12.72
Raler
Raler (7")
Cat: HC 83. Rel: 27 Nov 24
 
International
Raler (feat Clara Serra Lopez) (3:54)
Koliko (3:52)
Review: Vaudou Game returns with a funky Afro Cumbia workout that marks the first single from their fifth album. The French Afro-funk band expands its influence here by blending high-life guitars with Cumbia rhythms and crossing into Afro-Latin sounds, especially elements of Colombian music. 'Raler' features the captivating vocals of Spanish-English singer Clara Serra Lopez and is a mix of fresh funk and traditional rhythms while 'Koliko' pays tribute to West African street food, particularly sweet donuts found in Lome and Cotonou. Delicious.
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Tags: Afro Funk | Cumbia
 in stock $13.85
Mogador
Mogador (12")
Cat: MOM 054. Rel: 04 Feb 25
 
Experimental/Electronic
Intro (0:32)
Mogador 1 (6:55)
Mogador 2 (3:57)
Mogador 3 (4:55)
Mogador 4 (5:37)
Mogador 5 (1:20)
Outro (0:33)
Review: Recorded in Essaouira, Morocco, Pedro Vian and Maalem Nabob Soudani present an exercise in melding the traditional and unorthodox, the old and new, the abstract and the direct, the exotic and, well, something even more exotic. Rooted in the Gnawa sound, but leaning heavily into deep electronic worlds, EMS AKS Synthi and buchla meet the qrebeb and guimbiri, everything contrasting yet complementing. The result is this intoxicating brew that transports you to the North African coastline on which this collection was conceived and captured, and then onto somewhere that's almost beyond the terrestrial. Close your eyes, allow the hypnotic looped musical phrases and organic aesthetic of the recording itself to wash over you, through, and around your body. Something to truly get lost in and a fantastic example of cross-pollination done properly.
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16 Toneladas (reissue)
Cat: BRZ 4503R. Rel: 20 Nov 24
 
International
Noriel Viela - "16 Toneladas (Sixteen Tons)"
Juca Chaves - "Take Me Back To Piaui"
Review: Mr. Bongo's Brazil.45 continues with a repress of two highly sought-after tracks from earlier in the series, this time from Noriel Vilela and Juca Chaves. On the A-side, Vilela's 1971 cover of Tennessee Ernie Ford's '16 Tons' transforms the classic American folk song into a smooth, samba-infused groove. Vilela's version reimagines the track which was originally released on Copacabana Records, with a deep rhythmic flair. On the B-side, Juca Chaves' 'Take Me Back To Piaui' from 1970 featured on his 1972 album Muito Vivo delivers lush orchestration, velvety vocals and vibrant cuica tones. It's pure escapist bliss.
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Tags: MPB | Samba | Brazilian Funk
 in stock $11.03
Alben
Radio Verde
Radio Verde (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: CW 003. Rel: 10 Oct 19
 
International
Cabo Verde Band - "Bo Terra Cabo Verde" (3:12)
Americo Brito & Djarama - "Rapaz Novo E Malandro" (7:32)
Cabo Verde Show - "Terra Longe" (3:30)
Elisio Vieira - "Tchon Di Somada" (4:20)
Vlu - "Rua D'Lisboa" (5:45)
Galaxia 2000 - "Coracao Dum Criola" (3:55)
Mendes & Mendes - "Mitamiyo" (5:24)
Danny Carvalho - "Roncanbai" (4:37)
Mendes & Mendes - "Walkman" (4:50)
Jose Casimiro - "La Mamai Ta Bem" (5:01)
Elisio Vieira - "Bem Di Fora" (5:35)
Zeca & Zeze Di Nha Reinalda - "Mocinhos" (4:24)
Review: Rotterdam is one of the many big port cities around the world that welcomed a high number of Cape Verdean immigrants. In the 1970s, Americo Brito was one of them and he soon got involved with the local music scene and found an ever larger community of likeminded talents. He took to the stage with his band and made for a buzzy little scene that found them tour with their own sound system. Here he works with Rotterdam local Arp Frique to serve up Cape Verdean music old and new with plenty of traditional Funana and Coladeira sounds next to jams influenced by wave, disco and funk, jazz, reggae and Latin pop.
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Gespielt von: Giovanni Damico
 in stock $31.37
Wamono A To Z Vol II: Japanese Funk 1970-1977
Cat: 180G WALP02. Rel: 08 Apr 21
 
Funk
Mieko Hirota - "Theme Of 'Doberman Cop'" (3:52)
Hiroshi Sato - "Bad Junky Blues" (3:48)
Sammy - "The In-&-Outer-Stomp-&-Shouter" (with Jiro Inagaki & Soul Media) (3:20)
Fujio Tokita - "Watashi No Beatles" (3:13)
School Band - "I Hope It's Fine" (4:03)
Bread & Butter - "Devil Woman" (2:57)
Hatsumi Shibata - "Singer Lady" (3:33)
Kan Mikami - "Jikokeno No Samba" (2:23)
Akira Yasuda & Beat Folk - "Yumura No Obaba" (3:04)
Pinky Chicks - "Tosetsu Donpan Bushi" (3:16)
Review: On the first instalment in the Wamono A to Z compilation series, released in September 2020, dusty-fingered diggers DJ Yoshizawa Dynamite.jp and Chintam focused on Japanese jazz-funk and rare groove gems recorded and released between 1968 and '80. For this speedy sequel, they've narrowed their focus further in order to showcase little-known Japanese funk slammers pressed to wax between 1970 and '77. As you'd expect, there's tons of absolute bangers amongst the 10 tracks on show, with highlights including the Blaxploitation movie soundtrack vibes of Mieko Hirota's 'Theme of Doberman Cop', the fuzzy, Hammond-sporting psych-funk of Fujio Tokita's quirky 'Watashi No Beatles', and the energetic, proto disco-funk of Hatsumi Shibata's 'Singer Lady'.
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Wamono A to Z Vol III: Japanese Light Mellow Funk Disco & Boogie 1978-1988
Cat: 180GWALP 03. Rel: 30 Sep 21
 
International
Tetsuo Sakurai - "Kimono" (5:10)
Jadoes - "Friday Night" (extended dance mix) (5:44)
Yumi Sato - "Ame" (3:37)
Kiyohiko Ozaki - "Ojosan Ote Yawaraka Ni" (4:33)
Hitomi Tohyama - "Rainy Driver" (4:29)
Sentimental City Romance - "Hello Suisei" (5:30)
Mizuki Koyama - "Kare Niwa Kanawanai" (4:29)
Hitomi Tohyama - "Sweet Soul Music (Kiss Of Life)" (3:50)
Review: For the latest edition of their essential Wamano A to Z compilation series - the third to date - DJ Yoshiwza Dynamite JP and Chintam have decided to focus on "Japanese light mellow funk, disco and boogie" tracks recorded between 1978 and '88. Like its' predecessors, the eight-track set is heavy on obscurities and little-known cuts, as well as bona fide killer cuts. There's much to savour throughout, from the intergalactic, slap-bass propelled boogie brilliance of Jadoes' 'Friday Night (Extended Mix)' and the laidback funk bliss of Yumi Sato's 'Ame', to the smooth jazz-funk lusciousness of Hitomi Tohyama's 'Rainy Driver' and the Latin-infused, Teena Marie style electrofunk brilliance of Mizuki Koyami's 'Kare Niwa Kanawanai'.
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Fraaji Agba
EROYA / VARIOUS
Fraaji Agba (LP + insert)
Cat: JAH 001. Rel: 12 Mar 25
 
International
Fatai Rolling Dollar - "Eroya" (4:52)
Fatai Rolling Dollar - "Ero Yeye" (4:12)
Alaba Pedro - "Ekaete" (5:13)
Duro Ikujenyo - "Awo Wesu" (3:41)
Sina Bakare - "Inu Mimo" (3:59)
Dotun 'oguns' Ogunbiyi - "Ara Mi Riri" (3:23)
SF Olowookere - "Ogegele" (4:25)
Seni 'Tejebaby' Tejuoso - "Africa" (3:50)
Prince Eji Oyewole - "Experience" (5:03)
KunNiraN KNN - "K'atike" (4:01)
Review: Eroya is a Lagos-based collective bridging generations of musicians who trace Nigerian music from the 1940s to today's Naija grooves. Their sound weaves so called styles such as palm-wine, agidigbo, juju, highlife, Afro-funk and Afrobeat traditions. Key members include Sina Ayinde Bakare, son of juju pioneer Ayinde Bakare, juju legend Fatai Rolling Dollar, Afro-funk saxophonist Prince Eji Oyewole and Afrobeat pianist Duro Ikujenyo of Fela Kuti's Egypt 80. Highlights on this album include Alaba Pedro's soulful 'Ekaete', Tejebaby's hypnotic 'Africa', and Oyewole's flute-led 'Experience'. With its bubbling jazz textures and deep rhythmic energy, Eroya is a perfect tribute to Nigeria's enduring musical contributions.
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Tags: Afrobeat | Highlife
 in stock $33.33
Tangent
Tangent (unmixed CD)
Cat: MRBCD 303. Rel: 12 Jul 24
 
Disco/Nu-Disco
Srirajah Sound System - "Si Phan Don Lovers Rock" (feat Molam Inteng Keawbuala)
Perikas - "Laberinto"
Leo Basel - "Quelle Drole De Vie" (Nick The Record & Dan Tyler re-edit)
Mac Thornhill - "No Way To Control It"
King B - "Love Is Crazy"
L'innovateur Djoe Ahmed Et Le Zoukabyle - "Amek Amek"
Champagn' - "Bel Ti Negress"
Androo - "Lyriso"
Hidrogenesse - "La Carta Era Muy Larga" (dub)
Love Isaacs - "Surprise Surprise" (Joao Gomes & Dan Tyler Are Predictably Delayed rework)
Kajou - "Tet Chaje"
Conjunto Baluartes - "Nira Gongo"
Land Shark - "Tie Me Up" (The Nas-T version instrumental)
Rick Asikpo - "Let’s Get High" (Nick The Record re-edit)
Pellegrin El Kady - "Seiva De Carnaval"
Lee Jackson Band - "Call On Me"
LTA (Love The Action) - "What Comes To Ya?"
Urban Volcana Sounds - "Ame No Uta" (Rain song - extended version)
Review: Those on London's crate-digging underground should be well aware of Tangent, an eclectic, anything-goes party created by esteemed record collectors John Gomez and Nick The Record. With a little help from Mr Bongo, they've curated this compilation featuring some of their favourite selections from the party - the vast majority of which are either obscure, rare or overlooked. It's a predictably impressive selection all told, with the pair bouncing between digital reggae-infused global grooves (Srirajah Soundsystem), mid-80s French jazz-funk-synth-pop fusion (an exclusive edit of Leo Basel), quirky riffs of the Pointer Sisters (Marc Thornhill's 'Automatic'-inspired 'No Way To Control It'), zouk, proto-house-era Balearic brilliance (Androo), squelchy AOR synth-disco (Hidrogenesse), heavy Latin percussion workouts (Conjuto Balurantes), dub (Lee Jackson Band) and much more besides.
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Estrellas
GUTS / VARIOUS
Estrellas (gatefold 3xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: HS 236VL. Rel: 24 Oct 22
 
International
El Retorno (0:52)
Ultima Llamada (9:08)
San Lazaro (4:00)
Yebo Edi Pachanga (5:18)
Dejame En Paz (5:43)
Oda (5:09)
Adduna Jarul Naawo (4:47)
Medewui (6:54)
Dakar De Noche (3:40)
Nunca Pierdo (9:34)
Por Que Ou Ka Fe Sa (6:52)
Sin Pantallas (4:15)
Barrio (3:31)
Dansons Cadences (4:50)
Il N'est Jamais Trop Tard (4:48)
Estrellas (7:39)
Estrellas (version Polvo) (3:11)
Review: Heavenly Sweetness has always dealt in music for the soul that is drawn from the worlds of funk, soul and jazz. This new collection of such tunes is another testament to that with a heavily international and world bent. Oodles of Latin, hip hop and Afro vibes pervade the tunes by Guts aka Fabrice Franck Henri alongside a whole host of collaborators. He's a super prolific talent who has put out some ten albums in just over a decade and Estrellas is one of his best. It comes on six sides of delicious wax and takes you on a trip to sunny climates from Cuba to Brazil.
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Tags: Latin | Salsa | Latin Funk | French | Afro Cuban
 in stock $37.28
Straight From The Decks Vol 4
GUTS / VARIOUS
Cat: PVS 029. Rel: 19 Dec 24
 
International
Jacobo Velez & La Mambanegra - "Manana" (feat Nidia Gongor) (2:46)
Tonada - "Manezco" (3:17)
El Hijo Del Buno - "La Danza Del Espiritu" (feat Los Gaiteros De Pueblob Santo) (3:32)
De Mar Y Rio - "Bailen Y Gocen" (3:52)
Umu Obiligbo - "Udemba" (3:35)
Amadou Balake - "Massa Kamba" (4:33)
Joi N'juno - "Samemala" (5:18)
Avila Santo - "Wole" (3:44)
Oliver N'goma - "Icole" (5:15)
Patrick Saint-eloi - "Ay Pwan Van" (5:53)
Timothee Et Pot & Co - "Rentre Dans Ton Hlm" (2:59)
Adelasio Muangole - "Nao Fatiga Muangole" (5:24)
Locobeach - "Idea Desesperada" (4:05)
Review: Guts is a renowned French producer, DJ and vinyl connoisseur known for curating impeccable selections of global sounds. He has done so three times before for this series on Heavenly Sweetness and now returns with a fourth volume that arrives just in time for party season. This essential compilation traverses vibrant Latin rhythms, dynamic Afrobeat, soulful grooves and infectious tropical rhythms to make for a far-travelling listen. Again it shows off Guts' unmatched ability to uncover hidden gems and present them with fresh energy in an eclectic yet cohesive celebration of music's global spirit.
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Tags: African | Latin | Afrobeat | Zouk
 in stock $13.85
Late Night Tales
KHRUANGBIN / VARIOUS
Late Night Tales (180 gram vinyl 2xLP + art print + MP3 download code)
Cat: ALNLP 60. Rel: 04 Dec 20
 
Indie/Alternative
Devadip Carlos Santana & Turiya Alive Coltrane - "Illuminations" (4:19)
Brilliantes Del Vuelo - "I Know That (When The Springtime Comes)" (5:17)
Nazia Hassan - "Khushi" (4:25)
Kelly Doyle - "DRM" (2:12)
Sanullim - "Don't Go" (4:10)
Maxwell Udoh - "I Like It (Don't Stop)" (6:19)
David Marez - "Ensename" (3:38)
Gerald Lee - "Can You Feel The Love" (reprise) (3:02)
Justine & The Victorian Punks - "Still You" (7:43)
George Yanagi & Nadja Band - "Track 10" (4:04)
Pesnyar - "Zacharovannaya Moya" (5:55)
Khruangbin - "Summer Madness" (Exclusive Cover version) (3:15)
Paloma San Basilio - "Contigo" (4:04)
Roha Band - "Yetikimt Abeba" (5:16)
Tierney Malone & Geoffrey Muller - "Transmission For Jehn: Gnossienne No 1" (Exclusive Spoken Word Piece) (4:58)
Review: Khruangbin might be the most logical and fitting choice for a Late Night Tales compilation in recent memory. The Texan psychedelic chill artists have always had a sense of the exploratory and unknown running through their blissful grooves, and the fundamental idea behind this series was always about opening up doors to new musical discoveries for listeners.

In many ways, the Houston trio have gone above and beyond. Melding a breadth of sounds that have emerged from an equally diverse set of cultures, we visit Hindi-disco, South Korean rock, African bass, Belarusian folk. Capped off with an exclusive version of Kool & The Gang's 'Summer Madness' conceived by the compilers themselves, it's a case of 15 gateway tracks all of which belong to artists and genres that are crying out for you to dive in.
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 in stock $28.53
Ukouk
MAREWREW / VARIOUS
Ukouk (LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: PINGIPUNG 085. Rel: 08 May 24
 
International
Honkaya - "Boat Rowing Song" (1:03)
Etukuma Kara - "Dance Practice On Ice" (1:16)
Uekap - "Greeting Song" (1:52)
Cikap - "Dance For The Crane" (0:57)
Sonkayno - "Game Song" (2:11)
Haw Sa - "King Of Round Singing" (4:41)
Hetono He Karakara - "Sake Ritual" (1:35)
Yaykatekara - "Wedding Song" (3:10)
Takuro - "Birds" (0:29)
Sikata Kuykuy - "Snow Falling From A Tree" (2:02)
Horippa - "Dance Song" (1:32)
Hunpe Yan Na - "A Whale Ashore" (1:43)
Hunpe Pa Wa - "From The Whale Head" (2:26)
Pon Repun Kamuy - "Little Orca Sea God" (1:40)
Orouro Roahun - "Lullaby" (3:30)
Kanerenren - "Bear Ceremony Song" (3:46)
Review: Marewrew, a female vocal group specialising in traditional Ainu songs, takes centre stage in Pingipung's exploration of the music of northern Japan's long-suppressed people. Produced by Oki Kano, who is known for his work with Ainu artists, Marewrew's a cappella renditions offer a fresh perspective on these age-old tunes. With voices familiar from their backing vocals for Umeko Ando, Marewrew's harmonious canons create captivating, trance-like experiences. Nature's whispers and birdcalls add depth, while tracks like 'Little Sea God' weave hypnotic tales. The album, Ukouk, curated by Andi Otto, showcases Marewrew's enchanting melodies, including unexpected cumbia and pop-inspired moments, accompanied by percussion and the Tonkori harp.
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 in stock $35.03
Jump N Funk
Rich MEDINA / VARIOUS
Jump N Funk (gatefold 2xLP + 7")
Cat: BBE 338CLP. Rel: 26 Jul 16
 
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz/Nu Soul
Fela Anikulapo Kuti & The Afrika Seventi - "Stalemate" (12:51)
Aquil - "For The People" (2:59)
Seun Kuti & Fela's Egypt 80 - "Na Oil" (8:12)
River Ocean - "Why Can't We Live Together" (Sao Benitez BV dub) (5:24)
Asiko Afrobeat Ensemble - "Bushman" (8:16)
Wale Oyejide - "Olodumare" (3:18)
Atjazz - "For Real" (2011 edition part 1 - Atjazz remix) (7:34)
Kutiman - "Bango Fields" (3:58)
Original Nairobi Afro Band - "Soul Makossa (No 1)" (7") (4:20)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Melody Maestroes - "Jungle Beat (Mutaba)" (3:05)
Review: Jump 'N' Funk started life as a small event in New York, organized by Rich Medina in order to pay tribute to the genius of Fela Kuti. Since then, parties have been held across the world, with Medina and guests showcasing music by, or inspired by, the Nigerian Afrobeat legend. This debut Jump N Funk compilation follows a similar formula, delivering both purist Afrobeat cuts (see Fela's punchy "Stalemate", and "Na Oil" by son Seun and his band, Egypt 80), and tracks in other styles that draw heavily on the style. Highlights in the latter category include the hazy Afro hip-hop of Aquil, a tasty Afro-house dub of River Ocean's cover of Timmy Thomas' classic "Why Can't We Live Together", and the lazy, sun-kissed glory of Kutiman's "Bango Fields".
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Tags: Afrobeat | Afro House
 in stock $33.89
Mr Bongo Record Club Volume One (reissue)
MR BONGO / VARIOUS
Cat: MRBLP 141. Rel: 27 Apr 20
 
International
Neno Exporta Som - "Deixa A Tristeza" (3:28)
Alipio Martins - "Piranha" (2:51)
Lemos E Debetio - "Morro Do Barraco Sem Agua" (2:49)
Barbosa - "Seara De Oxala" (2:06)
Dave Pike Set - "Mathar" (3:43)
Lantei - "Fish & Funjee (Komi Ke Kenam)" (2:54)
Buari - "Karam Bani" (4:20)
The Rwenzori's - "Handsome Boy (E Wara)" (part 1 & 2) (6:46)
Mavas John - "Use My Bady" (4:28)
Big Youth - "Mammy Hot Daddy Cool" (3:09)
Tappa Zukie - "Freak" (7:11)
Connie Laverne - "Can't Live Without You" (2:39)
Alex Rodriguez - "El Mercado" (4:57)
Cortex - "Chanson D'un Jour D'Hiver" (5:27)
King James Version - "He's Forever (Amen)" (4:50)
Review: Brighton based record label, publishers, cinematographers and legendary former London record store Mr Bongo present the first installment in their new 'Mr Bongo Record Club' compilation series. It features, in their words "a selection of favourites, recent discoveries and sought after obscurities, which form the basis of our DJ sets and our radio show of the same name." There really is some great music on here that has been sourced from all corners of the globe and as much as they're oldies: they certainly are goodies. Our favourites weren't limited to: Brazilian duo Lemos E Debetio's charming "Morro Do Barraco Sem Agua", the African funk explosion of Lantei's "Fish & Funjee (Komi Ke Kenam)" and some truly hot reggae vibes in the form of Big Youth's 1977 unclassic "Mammy Hot Daddy Cool" among many others on this fine compilation.
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Tags: MPB | Brazilian
 in stock $24.30
CUBA: Music & Revolution Culture Clash In Havana Experiments In Latin Music 1975-85 Vol 2
Cat: SJRCD 496. Rel: 05 Nov 21
 
International
Juan Pablo Torres Y Algo Nuevo - "Y Que Bien"
Orquesta Los Van Van - "Por Que Lo Haces"
Los Latinos - "Quemando"
Farah Maria - "Amame Y No Pienses Mas"
FA 5 - "Muevete Con Las Fuerzas Del Corazon"
Tambores De Enrique Bonne - "Como Arrullos De Palma"
Ricardo Eddy Martinez - "Expresso Ritmico"
Los Papines - "Solo De Tumba Y Bongo"
Grupo Sintesis - "Aqui Estamos"
Los Van Van - "Llegada"
Grupo Raices Nuevas - "Baila Mi Guaguanco"
Luis Carbonell - "La Rumba"
Orquesta Riverside - "En Casa Del Trompo No Bailes"
Juan Formel & Los Van Van - "Llegue, Llegue"
Grupo Los Yoyi - "Tu No Me Puedes Conquistar"
Los Papines - "Para Que Niegas?"
Grupo De Experimentacion Sonora Del ICAIC - "Cuba Va!"
Raul Gomez - "Luces En La Pista"
Los Brito - "El 4-5-6"
Leo Brouwer - "Tema De El Rancheador De La Naturaleza"
Ricardo Eddy Martinez - "La 132"
Los Reyes 73 - "Finalizo Un Amor"
Review: Given that Gilles Peterson and Stuart Baker's Cuba: Music and Revolution - Culture Clash in Havana is one of the standout compilations of 2021, hopes are naturally sky-high for this speedy sequel. Like its predecessor, volume 2 focuses on music and made and released on the Caribbean island between 1975 and '85, this time round largely focusing on rare fusions of salsa, Latin jazz, disco, soul and funk, mostly licensed from records that have never been available outside Cuba. It's another stunning selection all told, with highlights including the heady Cuban disco/salsa fusion of Orquesta Los Van Van, the fiery disco-funk of FA 5, the heavily percussive hedonism of Luis Carobonell and the fuzzy psychedelic rock of Grupo De Experimentacion Sonora Del ICAIC. In a word: essential.
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Sintesis Moderna: An Alternative Vision Of Argentinian Music 1980-1990
Cat: SNDWLP 150. Rel: 03 Nov 22
 
International
Carlos Cutaia - "Operativo" (4:23)
El Signo - "Dimensiones Ocultas" (Ric Piccolo edit) (5:17)
Ultimate Warriors - "Running Away From You" (5:25)
Abaddon - "No Es Computable" (3:29)
Toby - "Ain't That Better" (Harari edit) (5:02)
The Originals - "Vamos A La Playa" (5:20)
Mike Ribas - "Secuencia Sin Consecuencias" (3:13)
Adalberto Cevasco - "Reencuentros No 2" (7:29)
Los Moesicos Del Centro - "Esquirlas" (3:41)
Divina Gloria - "Mediterranee Club" (3:58)
Mike Ribas - "Como Son Los Retratos" (Harari edit) (4:39)
Delight - "I Wanna Make You Mine" (4:54)
Gaita - "Mueve Tu Cuerpo" (8:03)
Donald - "A Ver, A Ver" (Ric Piccolo edit) (5:09)
Bad Girls - "Dance To Dance" (4:46)
Carla Rab - "Sexy Films" (6:18)
Los Musicos Del Centro - "Aire De Tropicos" (3:52)
Jorge Lopez Ruiz - "De Mama Candombe" (5:36)
Jorge Alfano - "Fuego" (7:38)
Review: Revisionist history is just as important for music as it is for geopolitics or economics, so we're more than happy to recognise this 'Alternative Vision Of Argentinian Music' throughout one of the most important decades in popular music history. Whereas popular thought tended towards Argentina being a hotbed for 'rock nacional' (national rock) music made in the post-dictatorship return to democracy, here Soundway focus on the more extreme ends of the experimental music fringes that cropped, thanks to the newfound freedoms allowed by neoliberal policies. Arthur Russell-esque disco, downtempo battle breaks, avant-garde obscurities - it's all there.
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Angola Soundtrack 2: Hypnosis Distortions & Other Sonic Innovations 1969-1978
Samy Ben REDJEB / VARIOUS
Cat: AALP 075. Rel: 19 May 21
 
International
Os Anjos - "Avante Juventude" (3:34)
Quim Manuel - "Senhor Doutor" (3:35)
Tony Von - "N'Hoca" (2:57)
Urbano De Castro - "Kia Lomingo" (3:33)
Jovens Do Prenda - "Bina" (4:13)
Oscar Neves - "Mabele" (2:27)
Africa Ritmos - "Agarrem" (3:03)
Os Kiezos - "Saudades De Luanda" (2:43)
Kito - "Bongololo" (3:24)
Muhongo - "N' Ga Kunu M'Butu" (2:35)
Negoleiros Do Ritmo - "Lemba" (3:28)
Dicanzas Do Prenda - "Snipes" (4:08)
Carlo Lamartine & Aguias Reais - "Bazooka" (3:26)
Cisco - "Divua Diami" (3:17)
Levis Vercky's - "Meca" (3:35)
Elias Dia Kimuezo - "Chamavo" (5:08)
Africa Ritmos - "Olha O Pica" (3:24)
Urbano De Castro - "Fatimita" (4:00)
Africa Show - "Inspiracao De Nito" (3:30)
Dimba Diangola - "Despedida" (5:19)
Review: A unique political story told in 20 chapters, Angola 2 Soundtrack delves deep into the nine year history of recorded music culture that was born out of the live music oppression set in place by Portuguese rule. Between three labels over 800 recordings were released during this fertile period, each one reflecting Angolan folk and distinctive Latin influences. And these are 20 of the most creative highlights. From the frenetic guitar rhythms and harmonic chants of "Mabele" to the psychedelic highlife shimmers of "Avante Juventude" via the insistent, street-bound sermon of "Snipes", this collection is entrenched in a rich musical history. Complete with well researched booklet and powerful imagery, it's an immaculate lesson in modern music history.
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Tags: African | Highlife
 in stock $26.84
Chakalaka Jazz
Fred SPIDER / VARIOUS
Chakalaka Jazz (gatefold 180 gram vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: HS 263LP. Rel: 08 Nov 24
 
Jazz
Clarence Wilson - "The Sacred Lion Dance" (3:28)
Gibson Kente - "Saduva" (2:32)
The Soweto Boys - "What You Say" (14:24)
The Drive - "Zone No 6" (6:01)
The Cliffs - "Revelation" (feat Mankunku Ngozi) (6:41)
The Four Sounds - "Seven Steps Lament" (6:39)
The Jazz Ministers - "Zandile" (11:10)
The Tailfeathers - "Tail Feathers" (4:33)
Cassidy Clarke Band - "Doctor L" (6:39)
Zim Ngqawana - "Kubi" (7:28)
Johnny Dyani - "Magwaza" (13:02)
Review: Fred Spider Presents Chakalaka Jazz: A Selection of South African Gems celebrates South Africa's unique and ever-moving jazz landscape. It is a scene that has always blended traditional niches with global influences and styles like marabi, goema and mbaqanga capture the essence of this as Fred "Voom Voom" Spider dives into those and many other rich, eclectic depths. Spider's term "Chakalaka Jazz" reflects the spicy blend of influences and is named after the local relish made from tomatoes, onions and chilli. This collection, spanning 1969 to 2003, is a mix of local talent, exiles and expats that honours the golden era of the 1970s.
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Tags: Afro Jazz
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Roots Rocking Zimbabwe: The Modern Sound Of Harare' Townships 1975-1980
VARIOUS
Cat: AALP 101. Rel: 02 May 25
 
International
Thomas Mapfumo & The Acid Band - "Chiiko Chinotinetsa" (3:23)
New Tutenkhamen - "Amai A Kwatu" (2:46)
Gypsy Caravan - "Soweto Mujibha" (2:39)
Echoes Limited - "Soul Scene" (2:53)
Oliver & The Black Spirits - "Anoshereketa" (2:51)
The Storm - "Nyaya Dzinonetsa" (3:15)
Blacks Unlimited - "Hangaiwa" (3:03)
The Green Arrows - "The Towering Inferno" (2:15)
New Tutenkhamen - "Joburg Bound" (2:59)
Mawonera Superstars - "Nyamutamba Naziwere" (3:55)
Echoes Ltd - "Engelina" (3:13)
Witch - "Funky Reggae" (3:56)
Baked Beans - "Introduction" (3:07)
Blacks Unlimited - "Yarira" (2:51)
The Phaze - "Baby Please" (2:33)
Gypsy Caravan - "Chistiuiti" (2:44)
Melody & Bybit - "Kwakaenda Imbwa" (3:07)
The Green Arrows - "No Delay" (2:47)
New Tutenkhamen - "Kumalila Ngwenya" (2:50)
Harare Mambos - "Shanga Yangu" (3:14)
Shaft Form - "Give It" (2:37)
Sweg Unity - "Musikana" (3:14)
Double Shuffle - "Taj Mahal" (2:49)
Dagger Rock Band - "Viva Zimbabwe" (4:00)
ITC Blues Limited - "Porter" (3:48)
Review: Analog Africa doesn't do anything other than special releases really, but this one tracing the label's origins back to Zimbabwe over 20 years ago is a real standout. A carefully curated collection of 25 tracks with a fine booklet proving plenty of extra context, it captures the birth of the country's modern music scene and brims with the creative sound explosion of the 70s and 80s. Before genres were fully defined, artists blended rock, rumba, soul and traditional rhythms in bold, experimental ways that still stand up and get diggers and dancers excited in 2025. Included are never-before-released tracks from Thomas Mapfumo, Oliver Mtukudzi and more and they all add up to rich and dynamic snapshot of Zimbabwe's peerless musical evolution during what was a transformative era.
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Tags: Afrobeat | Afro Funk | Cumbia
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Doing It In Lagos: Boogie Pop & Disco In 1980s Nigeria
VARIOUS
Doing It In Lagos: Boogie Pop & Disco In 1980s Nigeria (gatefold 3xLP + 7" + 8 page booklet + MP3 download code)
Cat: SNDWLP 087. Rel: 15 Nov 22
 
International
Hotline - "Fellas Doing It In Lagos" (5:38)
Peter Abdul - "Don't You Know" (3:47)
Steve Monite - "Only You" (6:19)
Oby Onyioha - "Enjoy Your Life" (6:15)
Kio Amachree - "Ivory" (5:11)
Livy Ekemezie - "Holiday Action" (5:13)
Willy Roy - "Don't Give Up" (6:40)
Danny Offia & The Friks - "Funk With Me" (5:20)
Rick Asikpo & Afro Fusion - "Too Hot" (5:18)
Toby Foyeh - "Ore Mi" (5:44)
Gboyega Adelaja - "Colourful Environment" (5:19)
Mike Umoh - "Shake Your Body" (6:01)
Burnis Moleme - "Where Is The Answer" (7:00)
Sony Enang - "Don't Stop That Music" (5:10)
Nkono Teles - "Be My Lady" (mix) (4:28)
Veno - "Groove I Like" (3:34)
Godfrey Odili - "Let's Do More Music" (7:40)
Terry Mackson - "Distant Lover" (5:33)
Ofege - "Burning Jungle" (bonus 7") (3:21)
Lexy Mella - "On The Air" (Rap mix - Frankie Francis edit - bonus 7") (3:47)
Review: Soundway offer us a new compilation featuring 20 rare tracks from the currently much talked about world of Nigerian pop music; a zeitgeist of their early 1980s club culture. The country's economy was booming at the time and so was its recording industry. Strongly influenced by '70s disco and funk, this new generation were, as the liner notes explain "Eager to sound as American as possible with no hint of the fervour for afro-beat, afro-rock and afrocentric thinking that the 1970s had thrown up". The original albums that many of these singles came from go for exorbitant prices online, so here's a chance to snap up some of the periods finest music, remastered across three 12"s.
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 in stock $36.45
Africanism Vol IV
VARIOUS
Cat: 359697 4653566. Rel: 20 Sep 24
 
Funky/Club House
Damon Ramsey & DJ Spen - "Back To Africa" (club mix) (4:40)
House Rules - "Hyena" (5:25)
Olivia De Lanzac - "Chocolate" (feat Kawele Multimanwa - Ben Delay main remix) (5:36)
Bjorn Lundt - "Sea Lion Woman" (feat Yvan Voice - Tiago Maioli remix) (5:40)
Rio Dela Duna - "En La Mar" (Erik Hagleton rework - Cube Guys remix) (6:19)
Gregory Cabyan - "Carnaval" (6:35)
Nick Chatelain & Danny Chatelain - "Ya Te Tengo" (feat Yericho) (6:54)
Martin Solveig - "Edony" (Alaia & Gallo remix) (5:52)
DJ Gregory - "Block Party" (Federico Scavo remix) (6:49)
Eddie Amador & Rio Dela Duna - "Underground" (6:11)
Bark & Baker - "Satchmo's Tears" (feat Ashley Slater) (6:11)
Erik Hagleton - "Together Forever" (Erik Hagleton & Chris Garcia remix) (6:32)
Bob Sinclar - "Samba In Hell" (Roger Sanchez Reboot) (7:54)
Review: French label Wagram is a real powerhouse when it comes to putting together authoritative compilations. They have done them in all manner of sonic words from soul to disco to techno and pop. Next up is a new volume of their ongoing Africanism series which is led by Bob Sinclar and features, among others, Olivia De Lanzac, DJ Gregory, Nark & Baker, Martin Solveig and Nick Chatelain & Danny Chatelain. It is house music coloured with a wide world of influences from the sub-continent with funk, soul and Afro all making for a colourful collection of hits from across several sub-scenes.
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Mr Bongo Record Club Volume Four
VARIOUS
Cat: MRBLP 217. Rel: 20 Nov 20
 
International
The Modern Tropical Quintet - "Midnight In Moscow" (4:28)
James Reese & The Progressions - "Throwing Stones" (Kenny Dope mix) (5:21)
Cindy & The Playmates - "Don't Stop This Train" (3:14)
Carnival - "Eyes Growing Wider" (4:20)
Azwon - "Paradise Island" (5:25)
Carlos Puebla, Santiago Martinez & Pedro Sosa - "Sun Sun Damba E" (3:50)
Pepe Sanchez Y Su Rock-Band - "Sentimiento" (5:00)
DJ Format & The Simonsound - "The Peruvian" (3:42)
Hamlet Minassian - "Al Elnim" (6:10)
Idrissa Soumaoro & L'Eclipse De L' IJA - "Nissodia" (Mike D remix) (4:04)
Teaspoon Ndelu - "Sputla" (7:01)
The Mombasa Vikings - "Mama Matotoya" (3:35)
Lincoln - "Amanha O Tempo Muda" (3:04)
Don Ricardo - "Sonho Lindo" (2:33)
Ze Roberto - "Lotus 72 D" (fast) (3:03)
Wax Machine - "Extralude" (Wyndham Earl More-Than-An interlude remix) (4:27)
Matty - "Selfportrait" (7:15)
Review: Since launching in 2016, Mr Bongo's Record Club compilation series has provided three essential volumes of personal favourites - many obscure and hard-to-find - selected by the label's in-house team of crate-digging DJs. Volume four is naturally every bit as essential as its' predecessors, offering an enticing mixture of Brazilian, African, soul, funk and disco with not a suspect selection in sight. This time round, they've chosen to include contemporary music as well as dusty old gems, with highlights including Kenny Dope's delicious rework of the soul-jazz positivity of 'Throwing Stones' by James Reese and the Progressions, the fast version of Ze Roberto's 1973 MPB classic 'Lotus 72D' and the samba-folk wonder that is Matthew Tavares' 2019 gem 'Self Portrait'.
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Tags: African | Brazilian
 in stock $24.30
Mr Bongo Record Club Volume 7
VARIOUS
Cat: MRBCD 304. Rel: 04 Oct 24
 
Funk
Dudu Moraes - "Eloia"
Yvette - "Upa Neguinho"
As Sublimes - "Mangueira E Cancao"
Os Panteras - "O Espaco"
Chico Evangelista - "Frutas & Linguas"
Roman Andren - "Captain's Sword"
Gitte & Inger - "Ud Af Buret (Can't Hide Love)"
Truth & Devotion - "Bless My Soul"
Judson Moore - "Everybody Push & Pull"
Willy Chirino - "Africa"
Chain Reaction - "Search For Tomorrow"
Claude Jay - "Find Your Light"
The Shades Of Love - "Come Inside"
The Duncans - "Too Damn Hot"
Thandi Zulu & The Young Five - "Love Games" (edit)
Tony Wilson - "Hangin' Out In Space" (dub mix)
JC Lodge - "In Between The Sheets"
Soyuz - "Spring Has Sprung" (feat Asha Puthli & Sven Wunder)
Bill Withers & Studio Rio - "Lovely Day"
Review: By now, we should know exactly what to expect from Mr Bongo's superb Record Club series of compilations: inspired selections, across a range of complimentary styles, from the esteemed label's staff and roster of in-house DJs. Predictably, volume seven is another must-check treat, with the plentiful highlights including the sun-soaked samba shuffle of Yvette's 'Upa Neghuino', the jazzy MPB excellence of 'O Espaco' by Os Panteras, the joyous and spiritual dancefloor soul-jazz of Roman Andren's 'Captain's Sword', the gritty funk-rock of Truth & Devotion ('Bless My Soul'), the heavy disco of 'Come Inside' by The Shades of Love, the self-explanatory (but hard to pigeonhole) brilliance of Tony Wilson's 'Hangin' Out In Space (dub mix)' and the hard-to-find excellence of JC Lodge's 'In Between The Sheets', a far-sighted Jamaican street soul jam from 1993.
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Nigeria Soul Power 70: Afro Funk Afro Rock Afro Disco
VARIOUS
Cat: SJRLP 446. Rel: 18 Oct 19
 
International
Geraldo Pino - "Shake Hands" (4:41)
Sonny Okosunds Ozziddi - "Dance Of The Elephants" (7:27)
The Wings - "We'll Get Home" (3:51)
Alhaji (Chief) Prof Kollington Ayinla - "E Ye Ika Se" (3:22)
Colomach - "Kassa Kpa Sama Kpa" (3:39)
Geraldo Pino - "Heavy Heavy Heavy" (6:24)
MFB - "Beware" (2:25)
Tony Grey & The Ozimba Messengers - "You Are The One" (7:22)
Sonny Okosuns - "Oba Erediauwa I" (6:20)
The Wings - "Single Boy" (4:02)
Geraldo Pino - "Power To The People" (5:43)
Original Wings - "Igba Alusi" (7:03)
Don Bruce & The Angels - "Sugar Baby" (6:32)
Geraldo Pino - "Africans Must Unite" (5:51)
Review: Back in 2017, Soul Jazz offered up a superb box set of seven 7" singles featuring a wealth of 1970s Nigerian afro-rock, afro-funk and afro-disco. Since then the box has been changing hands for significant sums online, so they've bowed to pressure and decided to reissue it as a gatefold double album. It features the same combination of tracks from the likes of Geraldo Pino, Tony Grey, The Wings and MFB, though this time they've been included in a different order. For those interested in raw, raucous and life-affirming Nigerian dance music from the period, it should be an essential purchase (providing, of course, they don't already own the previous box set).
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Nigeria Soul Fever: Afro Funk Disco & Boogie: West African Disco Mayhem!
VARIOUS
Cat: SJRLP 344. Rel: 09 Sep 16
 
International
Joni Haastrup - "Free My People" (4:52)
Christy Essien - "You Can't Change A Man" (3:59)
Akin Richards & The Executives - "Afrikana Disco" (6:25)
Tee Mac - "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo" (5:40)
Joni Haastrup - "Greetings" (6:14)
Don Bruce & The Angels - "Ocheche (Happy Song)" (5:51)
Benis Cletin - "Get Up & Dance" (5:37)
Colomach - "Enoviyin" (5:02)
Joni Haastrup - "Do The Funkro" (4:04)
Tee Mac - "Living Everyday" (feat Marjorie Barnes) (5:19)
Arakatula - "Mr Been To" (4:01)
Angela Starr - "Disco Dancing" (5:30)
Joni Haastrup - "Wake Up Your Mind" (5:58)
Jimmy Sherry & The Musik Agents - "Nwaeze" (7:00)
Benis Cletin - "Soul Fever" (5:02)
Arakatula - "Wake Up Africa" (3:19)
Review: Another work of Soul Jazz curatorial gold: Nigeria Soul Fever is a detailed gatefold trip into one of Nigeria's richest chapters in music. Heavy trade restrictions allowed them to develop their own style without too much US or European influence and the result is an array of national talent who largely remained legends within their own borders. The range is mesmerizing; the sinewy synth and playground vocal Q&A of Benis Cletin's "Get Up & Dance", the ballroom disco soul of Tee Mac's "Living Everyday", the soulful afrofunk folk of Jimmy Sherry's "Nwaeze", the gut-punching power of Arakatula's album finale "Wake Up Africa". This is a treasure trove of unreleased gems that capture a truly unique time.
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Call Me Old Fashioned (Soundtrack)
VARIOUS
Cat: NUM 517LP. Rel: 09 Jan 25
 
50s/60s
Pony Sherrell - "Don't Do Anything Til You've Heard From Me" (2:34)
Margo Guryan - "More Understanding Than A Man" (3:18)
Charleen Houston - "Just Like A Fool" (2:35)
Dolores White - "Lovers Paradise" (2:02)
Charlene Knight - "If My Dreams Come True" (2:49)
Darla Hood - "Un Momento Mas" (2:24)
Manny Lopez - "Terra Bella (Que Bonita Es Mi Tierra)" (2:59)
Nun Plus - "Walk About The Craters Of The Moon" (2:43)
Arnie & Chise' Trio - "Three Cherries" (2:03)
Carmen - "Ukulele Mambo" (2:27)
Jeanne Hatfield - "Time" (3:35)
Doris Drew - "Aba Da Aba Du" (2:22)
April Yen - "If & When It Happens" (2:55)
Birdlegs & Pauline - "Mist Of A Dream" (3:41)
Review: The early Cold War years had quite a lot to be envious of. Clearly defined lines of partisanship and international allegiances, rather than this 'each-country-for-itself' end game we seem to be setting up to play right now. Then there was the sexy, swoon-y, seductive and thoroughly intoxicating pop sounds emanating from teenage bedrooms, shopping malls, concert halls and anywhere else you can think of. Call Me Old Fashioned hits the nail on the latter's head. Squarely. The soundtrack to the first part of Louis Wayne Moody's spy trilogy, this is all about those tunes that make you want to sip Manhattans while gazing at some red-lipped diva cast in the low-lit spots of a late night cabaret restaurant. Or lose yourself in the rhythm of a live Latin jazz ensemble, or the bombast of big band. Picture painted, it's a transportive release, even if you've never seen or heard of the movies.
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 in stock $26.55
Call Me Old Fashioned
VARIOUS
Call Me Old Fashioned (gold vinyl LP)
Cat: NUM 517LPC2. Rel: 09 Jan 25
 
50s/60s
Pony Sherrell - "Don't Do Anything Til You've Heard From Me" (2:34)
Margo Guryan - "More Understanding Than A Man" (3:18)
Charleen Houston - "Just Like A Fool" (2:35)
Dolores White - "Lovers Paradise" (2:02)
Charlene Knight - "If My Dreams Come True" (2:49)
Darla Hood - "Un Momento Mas" (2:24)
Manny Lopez - "Terra Bella (Que Bonita Es Mi Tierra)" (2:59)
Nun Plus - "Walk About The Craters Of The Moon" (2:43)
Arnie & Chise' Trio - "Three Cherries" (2:03)
Carmen - "Ukulele Mambo" (2:27)
Jeanne Hatfield - "Time" (3:35)
Doris Drew - "Aba Da Aba Du" (2:22)
April Yen - "If & When It Happens" (2:55)
Birdlegs & Pauline - "Mist Of A Dream" (3:41)
Review: Unearthed after 63 years in the Lou-Mood Pictures vault, this long-lost soundtrack captures the lush elegance of pop's post-war heyday. Call Me Old Fashioned blends sugar-voiced divas with bold big bands, and a playful "zoo be zoo be zoo" flair, and is then topped with a Latin jazz twist. With its cocktail of vintage sophistication and cinematic intrigue, this 40-minute stereo escapade is tailor-made for fans of spy-fi glamour and is yet another sonic treasure from Numero that invites you to sip and savour the golden age of sound.
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 in stock $23.16
The Albarika Story Volume 1
VARIOUS
Cat: AJXLP 803. Rel: 31 Oct 24
 
International
Orchestre Poly Rythmo De Cotonou Rep Pop Du Benin - "Segla" (6:55)
IPA Boogie - "Get The Music Now" (edit) (4:22)
Orchestre Black Dragons De Porto Novo Dahomey - "E Sa F'Aiye" (3:17)
TP Orchestre Poly Rythmo De Cotonou - "Aiha Ni Kpe We" (edit) (5:32)
Les Sympathics De Porto Novo Benin - "Ego-Ibo" (7:00)
Orchestre Poly Rythmo De Cotonou Dahomey - "Gbeti Ma Djro" (3:00)
Orchestre Les Volcans Du Benin - "Oya Ka Jojo" (6:23)
TP Orchestre Poly Rythmo - "It's A Vanity" (4:21)
Orchestre Anassoua Jazz De Parakou - "Bakassine Gabou" (5:41)
Orchestre Poly Rythmo De Cotonou Rep Pop Du Benin - "Nan Man Nan" (6:01)
Ogassa - "Gbe We Gnin Wa Bio" (edit) (5:48)
TP Orchestre Poly Rythmo De Cotonou - "Kpede Do Gbe Houenou" (4:38)
Review: Founded in the late 1960s by record store owner Seidou Adissa, Albarika Store became one of Africa's most influential independent labels and did a fine job of showcasing Benin's rich musical landscape. This compilation highlights the post-colonial music scene and is centered on Orchestre Poly-Rhythmo and founder Melome Clement who recorded under various names to spotlight key musicians. Also featured are pioneering acts like Les Sympathics De Porto Novo and Les Volcans who mix up Western funk, soul and Latin influences with traditional African rhythms. With contributions from Ipa Boogie and Ogassa, this collection celebrates local music infused with funk, disco and Afrobeat in all their glory.
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Tags: Afrobeat | Afro Funk
 in stock $26.84
Indaba Is
VARIOUS
Indaba Is (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: BWOOD 236LP. Rel: 19 Mar 21
 
International
Bokani Dyer - "Ke Nako" (6:49)
The Brother Moves On - "Umthandazo Wamagenge" (8:47)
Lwanda Gogwana - "All OK" (5:07)
The Wretched - "What Is History" (8:47)
Sibusile Xaba - "Umdali" (with Naftali, Fakazile Nkosi & Ashk) (5:58)
The Ancestors - "Prelude To Writing Together" (11:16)
Thandi Ntuli - "Dikeledi" (9:00)
Iphupho L'ka Biko - "Abaphezulu" (feat Siyabonga Mthembu & Kinsmen) (9:00)
Review: South African jazz-influenced sounds take the lead on this new companion from the tireless Brownswood label. The collection explores the linage of the sounds and communities who helped it evolve as is spread across the country meaning plenty of subtle synths are taken in. The eclecticism is what makes this so essential as the music ranges from the hugely spiritual (from The Brother Moves On) to more late night and inmate (tasks to a fine entry from Sibusile Xaba) via the neo-soul drenched styles of Thandi Ntuli's beautiful 'Dikeledi' which is a particular highlight.
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Tags: African | Afro Jazz
 in stock $16.11
Road Fever
VARIOUS
Cat: SNDWLP 183. Rel: 09 May 25
 
International
Ransum - "Soca Panda Riddim" (3:15)
P6 - "Smash Or Pass Riddim" (2:12)
Shazdown - "Bouyon Beam" (3:23)
DJ Demafidem - "On Di Road" (2:53)
G6 Productions - "2 Stroke Riddim" (2:13)
Bad Sound/DJ Marfox - "Both Twanche Riddim Refix" (1:41)
Veaygel - "Dirty Lows Riddim" (2:21)
Krome Productions - "Tic Tac Toe Riddim" (part 2) (1:55)
LMT Mafia - "DAF Riddim" (1:57)
P6 - "Heat Wave Riddim" (3:07)
Veaygel - "Fire Ball Riddim" (2:46)
Slaughter Arts Media - "Bad Weather Riddim" (part 2) (3:22)
Ransum - "Walk It Riddim" (2:38)
ScarnX - "Midnight Fever Riddim" (2:37)
Review: The intriguing Road Fever delivers a hurricane of high-octane, body-shaking rhythms from St. Lucia, Dominica and Guadeloupe, all of which capture the zeitgeist of Caribbean music in 2025. This compilation showcases raw, instrumental Dennery Segment and Bouyon riddims that were originally crafted for vocalists and are now presented as standalone tracks. With turbo-charged 150+ bpm beats, minimal percussion, DJ and vocal samples all woven in with synth riffs, these tunes mash up carnival sounds with elements of trap, drill, Haitian konpa and Angolan kuduro for a truly global listen. They have all been compiled by Rozaly and highlight the electrifying energy of the Caribbean's current scene.
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Tags: Caribbean
 in stock $27.41
Kenya Special: Selected East African Recordings From The 1970's & 80's
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Cat: SNDWLP 046. Rel: 15 Mar 17
 
International
The Loi-Toki-Tok - "Ware-Wa"
Slim Ali & The Famous Hodi Boys - "Watoto Nyara"
Orchestre Baba National - "Sweet Sweet Mbombo"
Gatanga Boys Band - "Wendo Ti Mbia"
Hafusa Abasi & Slim Ali with The Yahoos Band - "Sina Raha"
Nashil Pichen & The Eagles Lupopo - "Ng'ong'a Wa Mwanjalo"
Nairobi Matata Jazz - "Tamba Tamba"
The Lulus Band - "Ngwendeire Guita"
Mbiri Young Stars - "Ndiri Ndanogio Niwe"
The Lulus Band - "Nana"
Afro 70 - "Weekend"
The Rift Valley Brothers - "Mu-Africa"
DO 7 Band - "HO Ochiri"
Afro '70 - "Cha-Umheja"
Peter Tsotsi Juma & The Eagles Lupopo - "Kajo Golo-Weka"
New Gatanga Sound - "Thonia Ni Caki"
Sophia Ben & The Eagles Lupopo - "See Serere"
Kalambya Boys - "Kivelenge"
The Loi-Toki-Tok Band - "Leta Ngoma"
Huruma Boys Band - "Theresia"
Orchestre Veve Star - "Nitarudia"
The Mombasa Vikings - "Mama Matotoya"
The Lulus Band - "Mutumia Muriu"
Ndalani 77 Brothers - "Nzaumi"
Review: Having explored the rich heritage of Nigeria and Ghana with well researched vigour, Soundway turn to Kenya for their next adventure... A rare insight: while Lagos was churning out seminal Afrobeat compositions, Kenya took to western influences in a much subtler fashion. With heavy emphasis on the Kenyan benga and Afro-Cuban rumba there's a much deeper, local folk presentation and format throughout most of the selection. Complete with detailed notes and beautiful presentation (like all Soundway compendiums) this won't look out of place in any collection.
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Tags: African | Afrobeat | Afro Funk
 in stock $36.15
Back Up: Mexican Tecno Pop 1980-1989
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Cat: DE 285. Rel: 19 Apr 22
 
Coldwave/Synth
Avant Garde - "Pesadillas" (4:33)
Vandana - "Cambios En El Tiempo" (3:48)
Syntoma - "No Me Puedo Controlar" (4:08)
Artefacto - "Mundo Sin Viento" (3:45)
Cou Cou Bazar - "Cou Cou Bazar" (3:53)
Volti - "Corazon" (3:43)
Nahtabisk - "La Dama De Probeta" (3:21)
Escuadron Del Ritmo - "Las Cucarachas" (3:45)
Decada 2 - "Alfabeto" (Cold version) (5:05)
Silueta Palida - "El Paso Del Tiempo" (version Remezclada) (3:38)
Review: The esteemed gang at Dark Entries have been hard at work on another one of their always eye opening compilation. This time they turn their focus to Mexican new wave and post-punk on the 10-track Back Up: Mexican Tecno Pop. None of the tunes here have ever made it to wax before and they come with a 12 page magazine that is packed with extra context, lyrics and bios about the artists. The tunes all shine a fine light on the flourishing DIY scene that was present in 1980's Mexico when much of the world's focus was on the more well documented synth pop and obscure electronics from Europe and the United States.
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! low stock $19.20
Mizik Maladi: Disques Debs International Vol 3 (reissue)
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Cat: STRUT 190CD. Rel: 13 Mar 25
 
International
Sadi Lancreot - "Dou Se Vou Ki Siwo"
Max Et Henri - "Se Pou Demen"
Dominique Panol - "Come On Baby"
Mariz - "Si On Jou"
Jocelyn Mocka Et Kassav - "Mizik Maladi"
Christian Yeye - "Misye Zanndo"
Ramon Pyrmee - "An Mwe"
Experience 7 - "Bel Toubonman"
Ka Leve - "Apre Nou Byen Cheche"
Horizon - "Neg Mawon"
Ti Celeste - "Testaman"
Yo - "Fo'w Maye"
Alex Rosa - "L'appel Des Champions"
Gwo Siwo - "Bele"
Review: Strut continues to explore the vast archives of Disque Debs, a long-running, Guadalupe-based label that, over the course of half a century, released a wealth of music from the Caribbean. In the process, Henri Debs imprint helped launch the careers of countless French-speaking artists while not only showcasing stylistic movements such as zouk, bouyon and merengue, but also bold, colourful and tropical takes on existing Caribbean, Amercian and European sounds. Highlights include - but are in no way limited to - the slowly unfurling, synth-heavy shuffle of Sadi Lancreot's club-ready 'Dou Se Vou Ki Siwo' and the horn-heavy tropical disco brilliance of Dominuque Parol's 'Come On Baby'.

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Tags: African Disco | Caribbean | Zouk | Gwo Ka
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Africanism Vol III
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Cat: 359697 4507968. Rel: 11 Mar 24
 
Funky/Club House
Summer Moon (5:32)
Kalimbo (5:18)
Imbalaye (7:00)
Sye Bwa (7:51)
Cada Vez (4:15)
Amour Kefe (5:38)
Viet Dao (Klement Bonelli & Yann DL remix) (6:21)
Antigua (Bob Sinclar Amour Kefe remix) (5:07)
Talibe (6:23)
Steel Storm (6:30)
Samurai Theme (5:50)
Juju Beat (5:24)
Review: French label Wagram is a go-to when it comes to quality compilations that take a broad look at certain sounds and scenes, and this one is an on-going series that focuses on house sounds with an Afro undertone. The grooves are lively and often come with plenty of percussion. The drums hit hard but with funk, the vocals are Afro-centric and plenty of irresistible hits come thick and fast from the jazzy tribal swagger of 'Imbalaye' to the big steel drum party sounds of 'Viet Dao' (Klement Bonelli & Yann DL remix). Another great collection of colourful Afro house sounds.
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French Disco Boogie Sounds Vol 4: 1977-1991
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Cat: FVR150 LP. Rel: 21 Nov 19
 
Disco/Nu-Disco
Dwight Druick - "Georgy Porgy" (Disco version) (5:44)
Marco Attali - "J'ai Pris Une Claque" (unreleased) (3:24)
Serge Delisle - "Germaine" (remix) (6:28)
Wai Kop - "Lola" (3:51)
Chris O'Hara - "Sur Les Coussins De La Discotheque" (5:27)
Acayouman - "Funk Around" (6:21)
Djeneba - "Better Day" (Hard Soul mix) (5:28)
David Simon - "Transistor" (instrumental) (5:14)
Marco Attali - "La Releve Du Matin" (instrumental) (4:27)
Shen Et Les Shendys - "Je Ne Suis Que Musique" (3:50)
Eric Chotteau - "Affirmatif-Negatif" (4:20)
Cyrill - "Night Ghetto" (2:57)
Aries - "Braziliana" (3:54)
Review: As he has done three times before, Gallic crate digger Charles Maurice has dipped into his vast record collection and offered up a killer selection of French disco-boogie sounds. The 13 assembled tracks are mostly obscure and uniformly superb, making picking individual highlights an infuriatingly tricky task. Our favourites change daily, but we're currently enjoying the tropical disco brilliance of Dwight Druick's cover of "Georgy Peorgy (Disco Version)", the synth-sporting electrofunk cheeriness of Serge Delisle's "Germaine (Remix)", the thrusting P-funk hustle of Acayouman's "Funk Around" and the near Balearic warmth of "Braziliana" by Aries. As the old expression (sort of) goes, Maurice has once again delivered all killer and no filler.
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Tags: Balearic Disco | French | Zouk
 in stock $27.69
Cumbia Beat Vol 1
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Cat: VAMPI 116. Rel: 14 Mar 22
 
International
Silvstre Montez Y Sus Guantanameros - "El Avispon" (2:32)
Los Orientales De Paramonga - "Lobos Al Escape" (2:33)
Los Destellos - "Pasion Oriental" (4:13)
Grupo Celeste - "Viento" (3:43)
Los Mirlos - "Cabalgando Con Ella" (3:11)
Manzanita Y Su Conjunto - "Arre Caballito" (3:08)
Los Mirlos - "El Escape" (2:48)
Los Wembler's De Iquitos - "Un Silbido Amoroso" (2:35)
Los Destellos - "La Ardillita" (2:44)
Los Beltons - "Cumbia Pop" (2:51)
Los Beta 5 - "Beteando" (3:39)
Los Galax - "Lamento De Un Galax" (3:12)
Aniceto Y Sus Fabulosos - "Mi Gran Noche" (2:56)
Juaneco Y Su Combo - "Mujer Hilandera" (3:49)
Los Sander's De Nana - "El Tramboyito" (2:34)
Los Beta 5 - "La Danza De La Tortuga" (2:54)
Los Destellos - "Guajira Sicodelica" (3:24)
Los Orientales De Paramonga - "Captura De Lobos" (2:46)
Los Diablos Rojos - "Malambo" (4:13)
Los Atomos De Paramonga - "El Trencito" (3:15)
Los Beta 5 - "La Jorobita" (3:48)
Los Ecos - "Aqua En La Fiesta (I Don't Want To Spoil The Party)" (2:51)
Los Demonios De Corocochay - "La Chichera" (2:56)
Los Demonios Del Mantaro - "Liliana" (2:22)
Los Mirlos - "Lamento En La Selva" (3:06)
Review: Cumbia or chicha is a richly and widely infused sound that brings together a multitude of influences. It has styles from Colombia and Cuba, plus Western influences including the likes of 60s beat and psychedelic rock, plus an exotic array of indigenous melodies from the Amazonian jungle as well as a weakth of traditional Andean songs. The music that realists is vibrant and vivacious and packed with life and is all perfectly showered here on this superb new collection of tracks by the most important bands of the golden age of the sound.
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Tags: Latin | Cuban | Cumbia | Colombian
 in stock $38.42
Edo Funk Explosion Vol 1
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Edo Funk Explosion Vol 1 (gatefold 2xLP + booklet + MP3 download code)
Cat: AALP 091. Rel: 26 Mar 21
 
Funk
Osayomore Joseph & The Creative Seven - "Africa Is My Root" (6:46)
Akaba Man & The Nigie Rockets - "Ta Gha Hunsimwen" (6:01)
Akaba Man & The African Pride - "Popular Side" (7:26)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Iranm Iran" (5:34)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Sakpaide No 2" (6:28)
Akaba Man & The Nigie Rockets - "Ta Ghi Rare" (7:21)
Osayomore Joseph - "My Name Is Money" (4:50)
Akaba Man & The Nigie Rockets - "Ogbov Omwan" (9:21)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Aibalegbe" (3:51)
Osayomore Joseph & The Ulele Power Sound - "Who No Man" (8:38)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Obviemama" (4:34)
Osayomore Joseph & The Ulele Power Sound - "Ororo No De Fade" (8:01)
Review: Analog Africa have put together their 31st compilation here, and it's another essential, well curated overview of a fantastic funk sound, focussing on the genre's greatest originators, namely Osayomore Joseph, Akaba Man and Sir Victor Uwaifo. All of these artists' primary skill was to strip down funk down to its core essence and use it as a foundation to rebuild their own unique interpretations. Each one is imbued with the spirit of the Edo culture and all 12 cuts here pulse with driving rhythm and raw musicianship, bright keys and tripped-out guitars that bring the funk in utterly fresh and thrilling ways.
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Tags: African | Afro Funk
 in stock $27.41
Siria: Mestre Cupijo E Seu Ritmo (remastered)
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Siria: Mestre Cupijo E Seu Ritmo (remastered) (gatefold 180 gram vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: AALP 076. Rel: 19 May 21
 
International
Mingau De Acai (2:54)
Mambo Do Martelo (2:30)
Caboclinha Do Igapo (2:05)
Tubarao Branco (2:13)
Morena Do Rio Mutuaca (2:53)
Papa Chibe (2:54)
Farol Do Marajo (2:27)
Cade O Anel (2:48)
Ventinho Do Norte (3:45)
Siria Quente (3:11)
Eu Quero O Meu Anel (2:51)
Perereca (2:07)
Pra Danca Meu Siria (2:52)
Passarinho Siriri (2:43)
Review: A very special release, available for the first time internationally... Here Analog Africa explores the pollination of rural Brazilian music made by Amazon natives and the influence of escaped African slaves. Composed by Mestre Cupijo and recorded between 1975 and 1982, each track blasts and wheezes its own unique narrative. From the frenetic rhumba of "Tubarao Branco" to the spiralling horns and rich chants of "Siria Quente" via sad croons and concrete guitar strums of "Passarinho Siriri" there's a vibrant fusion of elements that will resonate with fans of music from both sides of the Atlantic.
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Tags: MPB | Brazilian | Cumbia
 in stock $23.16
Super Disco Pirata: De Tepito Para El Mundo 1965-1980
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Cat: AACD 099. Rel: 15 Nov 24
 
International
Lucho Burbano - "Afro Oriental"
Cumbia Machuca - "Cumbia De Los Bee Gees"
Lucho Gavilanes - "El Tequilazo/Canelazo"
Carlos Haayen Y Su Piano Candeloso - "Palenque"
Enrique Lynch - "La Quinta Sinfonia De Beethoven"
Los Pakines - "Venus"
La Protesta De Colombia - "Lamento De Cumbia"
Sonora Tropical - "Ritmo De Cumbia"
Eduardo Zurita - "La 3A De Los Toquecitos"
Leon Cardona Y Los Internacionales - "La Noche"
El Combo Cienaguero - "El Compae Nunez"
Gabriel Meza Y Su Organo Chevere - "La Luna Y El Pescador"
Los Destellos - "Tanto Tienes, Tanto Vales"
Los Diablos Rojos - "A Bailar El Son Satanico"
Anibal Angel - "Cumbia Tropical"
Camacho Y Cano - "Hagan Rueda"
Orquesta Rafalo - "Eso Es Con Vela"
Alex Acosta Y Su Orquesta - "Cumbia Del Amor"
Ramon Ropain - "Malinga"
Afrosound - "Platico Chino"
Los Destellos - "La China Maria"
Los Orientales De Paramonga - "Te Gusta Como Azucar"
Francisco Zapata - "Cumbia Candelosa"
Review: Analogue Africa's latest deep dive into the forgotten corners of global music culture shines a light on Mexico's 'pirata' (bootleg) compilations of the early 1980s - sets that contained edited, pitched down and distorted versions of genuine dancefloor hits from Peru, Ecuador, Colombia and other central and South American countries. The compilations themselves were, of course, highly illegal, came with very strange covers, and - because of the in-demand nature of the music on offer - sold well. It's a great collection of trippy tropical music all told, with the accompanying booklet - written by a local specialist in 'pirata' musical culture - doing a great job of providing background information and showcasing the movement's strong link with Mexico's soundsystem-powered 'dance-party' scene of the turn of the 80s.
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Tags: Latin | Cumbia
 in stock $18.65
World Psychedelic Classics 3: Love's A Real Thing - The Funky Fuzzy Sounds Of West Africa
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Cat: LBLP 0052. Rel: 19 Mar 14
 
International
Orchestre Poly-Rythmo De Cotonou Dahomey - "Minsato Le, Mi Dayihome"
Super Eagles - "Love's A Real Thing"
Moussa Doumbia - "Keleya"
Manu Dibango - "Ceddo End Title"
Sorry Bamba - "Porry"
Orchestra Number One De Dakar - "Guajira Ven"
William Onyeabor - "Better Change Your Mind"
Ofo & The Black Company - "Allah Wakbarr"
Gasper Lawal - "Awon-Oise-Oluwa"
Bunzu Sounds - "Zinabu"
Tunji Oyelana & The Benders - "Ifa"
Orchestre Regional De Kayes - "Sanjina"
Review: Back in 2005, the Luaka Bop and Stones Throw labels jointly issued World Psychedelic Classics 3: Love's A Real Thing - The Funky Fuzzy Sounds Of West Africa with the former releasing the CD edition and the latter a double LP version. As the elongated title suggests, the third edition of Luaka Bop's World Psychedelic Classic series swung the focus to West African music from the seventies and really opened people up to the psychedelic sounds of Manu Dibango, William Onyeabor, Gasper Lawal and a whole other host of artists from West Africa. Luaka Bop have evidently secured the rights for a vinyl reissue of the compilation, and anyone who indulged in their popular fifth volume focused on William Onyeabor will relish the opportunity to pick this up again.
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 in stock $34.19
Ethiopian Modern Instrumentals Hits (reissue)
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Cat: HS 092VL. Rel: 30 Apr 21
 
International
Mulatu Astatqe - "Munaye" (5:03)
Mulatu Astatqe - "Meche Dereshe" (3:56)
Tesfa Maryam Kidane - "Yetesfa Tezeta" (2:40)
Mulatu Astatqe - "Kasalefkut Hulu" (2:42)
Mulatu Astatqe - "Tezeta" (6:10)
Bahta Gebre Hiwot - "Ewnet Yet Lagegnesh" (2:43)
Mulatu Astatqe - "Yegele Tezeta" (3:16)
Mulatu Astatqe - "Bemgnot Alnorm" (2:36)
Mulatu Astatqe - "Yekermo Saw" (4:15)
Tesfa Maryam Kidane - "Heiwote" (5:15)
Review: The fact that Ethiopian Modern Instrumentals Hits has been reissued on numerous occasions over the last two decades is testament to the enduring quality of this most obscure of compilations. It first appeared on Amha Eshete's Amha Records label way back in 1972, and was the imprint's tenth and final album. An all-star affair featuring many of Eshete's most trusted musicians and producers, its ten tracks gleefully join the dots between dusty rhythm and blues, jazz, funk, soul, Brazilian rhythms and African grooves. It's genuinely "all killer" and "no filler", which may go some way to explain Heavenly Sweetness's decision to put it out again.
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 in stock $21.75
Ethiopiques Box 7" Vol 2 (Record Store Day 2018)
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Ethiopiques Box 7" Vol 2 (Record Store Day 2018) (limited 6 x 7" + poster + stickers)
Cat: HS 179VL. Rel: 04 Jun 18
 
International
Alemayehu Eshete - "Tashamanalech" (4:09)
Alemayehu Eshete - "Wub Alem" (3:48)
Ali Mohammed Birra - "Eshururu" (4:51)
Ali Mohammed Birra - "Hinya Dini" (4:27)
Ayalew Mesfin - "Feqer Aydekem Wey" (3:49)
Ayalew Mesfin - "Gud Aderegechegn" (4:08)
Mahmoud Ahmed - "Ere Mela Mela Meche New" (8:01)
Mahmoud Ahmed - "Abbay Mado Embwa Belew" (6:54)
Muluken Melesse - "Tezeta" (5:08)
Muluken Melesse - "Alagegnehwatem" (4:07)
Seyoum Gebreyes - "Meche Ene Terf Feleghu" (2:24)
Seyoum Gebreyes - "Muziqa Muziqa" (3:45)
Review: Following the success of the first volume which sold out in 2017, Heavenly Sweetness decided with Francis Falceto to give a follow up - in the form of this box set of Ethiopian singles. It's a tribute of sorts to the music producer Ali Tango, who produced most of these EPs across 6 X 7". Falceto plunged into his impressive collection of records and there are great names of the golden age of Ethiopian music such as Mahmoud Ahmed, Alemayehu Eshete, Ali Mohamed Birra, alongside less known artists to be rediscovered such as Muluquen Melesse, Alayew Mesfin and Seyoum Gebreyes. Including original artwork and labels, plus a poster and six stickers of all the covers. Limited edition, 2000 copies.
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Tags: African | Afro-jazz
 in stock $51.42
Borga Revolution! Ghanaian Dance Music In The Digital Age 1983-1992 Volume 1
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Cat: KALITALP 009. Rel: 17 Jun 22
 
International
Uncle Joe's Afri-Beat - "Eshe Wo Kon Ho" (4:21)
Thomas Frempong - "Mada Meho So" (6:28)
Native Spirit - "Odo San Bra Fie" (5:49)
George Darko - "Medo Menuanom" (12" version) (6:21)
Wilson Boateng - "Mabre Agu" (3:35)
Paa Jude - "Odo Refre Wo" (8:58)
Aban - "Efie Nny" (8:11)
Wilson Boateng - "Asew Watchman" (4:38)
Uncle Joe's Afri-Beat - "Mr DJ" (5:24)
George Darko - "Obi Abayewa" (5:44)
Dr K Gyasi's Noble Kings - "Damfo Agoo/David Akofo/ Obegyaa Nowa/Okwantuni Moboro" (Medley) (13:53)
Review: Were you aware of the burger highlife phenomenon that swept through Ghana in the 1980s? Taking the West African sound of highlife and infusing it with the synths and drum machines of disco and boogie, a vibrant fusion culture emerged with hit upon hit of infectious, funky-as-hell party gear undeniably rooted in African culture. This diligent compilation from Kalita looks to some of the most important artists from this wave of electrified highlifers, including Thomas Frempong and George Darko, and of course looking between the cracks for the more obscure gems that should get even the well-schooled excited to check this one out.
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 in stock $24.30
Togo Soul Volume 2 (remastered)
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Cat: HC 79LP. Rel: 10 Apr 24
 
International
Ali Bawa - "Yansama" (3:51)
Napo De Mi Amor - "Kissakpiou" (4:03)
Alognon Degbevi - "Baba Na Mi" (3:15)
Mamo Lagbema - "Fati Waka" (4:48)
Koffi Ottytana Bebli - "Doka" (4:14)
Gregoire Lawani - "Habie" (3:39)
Deg Dos - "The End Of All" (3:23)
Tomede Ehue - "Bella Bello" (3:44)
Mawuli Decker - "Hlomede" (7:58)
Palete Wawa - "Assini" (6:00)
Akofa Akoussah - "Sumga Na Bacci" (3:25)
Roger Damawuzan - "Misiqui" (7:03)
Agboti - "Agaza Gbona" (4:48)
Review: Togo Soul 2 is a fantastic compilation of rare Togolese recordings spanning 1974 to 1989. This treasure trove captures the essence of Lome's vibrant music scene and blends traditional voodoo chants, soul, and electro funk. Despite challenges in locating tracks and rights holders, after eight years of perseverance, 13 gems were selected with the guidance of Roger Damawuzan. Featuring stars like Akofa Akoussah and Gregoire Lawani, these tracks showcase Togo's rich musical landscape amid political influences. With original albums commanding high prices online, this selection offers a glimpse into a golden era of Togolese music, celebrating diversity and innovation.
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Tags: Afrobeat | Afro Funk
 in stock $41.54
Juyungo: Afro Indigenous Music From The North Western Andes
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Juyungo: Afro Indigenous Music From The North Western Andes (gatefold 2xLP + insert in spot-varnished sleeve)
Cat: HJRLP 089. Rel: 24 Oct 24
 
International
Kofan - "El Bejuco Umbilical" (2:10)
Ensamble Juyungo - "Chimborazo" (3:52)
Llaquiclla - "Agua Larga" (6:21)
Asuncion Quinonez - "Bambuco La Katanga" (6:25)
Juan Luis Restrepo - "A Saravino" (3:46)
Juan Cayambe - "Negra Muele Cana" (1:17)
Rosa Huila - "Andarele" (4:38)
Ensamble Juyungo - "Amanece" (1:41)
Caynamanda Cunangaman - "Candela Y Ron" (4:40)
Llaquiclla - "Ceremonia Matrimonial" (2:26)
Ensamble Juyungo - "Patagore" (0:50)
Papa Roncon - "Sanjuanito Chachi" (5:06)
Ensamble Juyungo - "Llacta Pura" (3:31)
Llaquiclla - "Ritual Embera" (2:03)
Osvaldo Lindberg Valencia - "Torbellino" (1:17)
Raul Garcia Zarate - "Kasilla Shungulla" (6:34)
Ensamble Juyungo - "Tren Con Ritmo De Caramba" (1:34)
Ensamble Juyungo - "Caramba Con Ritmo De Tren" (1:59)
Llaquiclla - "El Viaje Del Yage" (3:39)
Ensamble Juyungo - "Toquesito" (2:52)
Llaquiclla - "Galapago" (3:02)
Llaquiclla - "Carambalante" (4:00)
Review: Juyungo is a wonderful documentation of the unique Afro-Ecuadorian culture from the province of Esmeraldas which blends Afro-Indigenous traditions with rich musical heritage. Centred around the marimba, the music incorporates call-and-response chants, Andean guitar finger styles and the haunting sounds of panpipes to make for a deeply immersive experience. Tracks like 'Agua Largo' and 'Kasilla Shungulla' embody the spirit of cultural resistance, identity and healing and make for a brilliantly escapist listen. Released by Honest Jons, this exotic album offers vivid sound quality with a stunning gatefold sleeve and a 16-page bilingual booklet filled with insightful notes and beautiful photography.
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Tags: Latin
 in stock $35.60
Nippon Acid Folk 1970-1980
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Cat: TIME 017. Rel: 14 Feb 24
 
Folk/Americana
Hiroki Tamaki - "River" (5:40)
Happy End - "Gather The Wind" (4:04)
Takashi Nishioka - "The Crowded Tree" (4:06)
Ken Narita - "Night On The Galactic Railroad" (4:38)
Hiroki Tamaki - "Beautiful Song" (4:58)
Niningashi - "On My Own" (4:10)
Tokedashita Garasubako - "Far Too Deep" (5:22)
Akaitori - "Firefly" (3:26)
Review: Expertly curated by Time Capsule, Nippon Acid Folk 1970-1980 offers an authentic trip through Japan's rich psychedelic folk scene. Across its eight standout tracks, the album showcases a diverse range of artists and styles, from dreamy acoustic ballads to experimental electronic compositions. Each song is a testament to the creativity and innovation of the era, blending traditional Japanese folk elements with psychedelic and avant-garde influences from around the wider musical world. The album's carefully curated selection means it plays out with a sense of story that provides a fascinating glimpse into a unique period of Japanese music history. This one then is a must-listen for enthusiasts of experimental folk and global psychedelia.
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 in stock $32.21
Waiting For Your Return: A Shidaiqu Anthology 1927-1952 Part I
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Cat: DEATH 067LP. Rel: 16 Jan 25
 
International
Li Minghui - "The Drizzle" (3:52)
Zhang Fan - "Fly All Over The Field" (1:46)
Li Li Hua & Yan Hua - "A Thousand Birds Facing The Phoenix" (3:12)
Zhou Xuan - "Age Of Bloom" (2:50)
Bai Guang - "Waiting For Your Return" (3:30)
Wu Yingyin - "The Moonlight Sends My Lovesickness Across A Thousand Miles" (2:21)
Wang Renmei - "Song Of The Fishermen" (2:44)
Yao Lee & Yao Min - "Congratulations, Congratulations" (2:23)
Bai Hong - "Suzhou Nocturne" (3:11)
Zhou Xuan & Han Langen - "Mahjong Classic" (2:35)
Yao Lee - "Lovesick Tears" (3:05)
Gong Qiuxia - "The Girl By The Autumn Water" (2:40)
Yuan Meiyun - "The Most Beautiful Boy" (2:38)
Zhou Xuan & Yan Hua - "New Life Of Love" (3:03)
Yao Lee & Yao Min - "Oh Susan" (3:15)
Du Jie - "Chinese New Year Song" (3:32)
Zhang Jing, Zhou Xuan & Li Mingjian - "Bells" (3:00)
Qu Yunyun - "Simple Life" (2:48)
Liu Qi - "Tired Of Dancing" (2:59)
Bai Guang - "Expectation" (3:09)
Review: We bloody love the Death Is Not The End label. It's the sort of outlet that vinyl lovers fawn over because it only deals in fascinating sounds from lesser-known musical worlds. Enter this latest project: Shidaiqu, meaning "songs of the era," emerged in 1920s Shanghai as a fusion of Western pop, jazz, blues and Hollywood soundtracks with traditional Chinese elements. This hybrid genre shaped a golden age of Chinese popular music and film during the pre-Communist interwar period. This record anthologises shidaiqu's evolution, from Li Jinhui's pioneering 1927 song 'Drizzle' sung by his daughter Li Minghui to polished 1930s-40s works by the Seven Great Singing Stars, including Zhou Xuan and Bai Guang. A wonderful trip into the unknown.
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