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Singles
WC 001
WC 001 (hand-numbered hand-stamped 12" limited to 200 copies)
Cat: WC 001. Rel: 25 Mar 24
Beat Spacek - "Alone In Da Sun" (5:50)
Lukid - "Hair Of The Dog" (4:33)
Review: Well Curated is a series of releases and parties that - in its own words - "reflects the ethnomusicology of the last 50 years of music" - and aims to reach into all genres, merging classic styles and breaking down barriers. Steve Spacek occupies the A-side with the breezy broken beat and soul-in-space of 'Alone In Da Sun', while Lukid's 'Hair Of The Dog' is a more intense counterpart, with wobbling sub-bass and swirling, surging atmospherics hovering above.
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 in stock $12.09
Batua
Batua (7")
Cat: MSR 040. Rel: 07 Mar 24
Batua (4:39)
Love Me & Give Up (3:29)
Review: For seven years, Matasuna Records has been dedicated to uncovering musical gems from the past. Now, they introduce a thrilling contemporary find: Barcelona-based band Bidaide. Their debut 7" vinyl single features two unreleased tracks, 'Batua' and 'Love Me & Give Up', both of which showcase their eclectic blend of soul, funk, psychedelic rock, reggae-dub, and library music. 'Batua' on the A-side delivers an energetic fusion of funky rhythms, agile guitar dialogues, and vibrant brass overlays. On the B-side, 'Love Me & Give Up' offers a soulful, relaxed vibe with Motown-esque charm. Bidaide's evolution from a duo to a vibrant band culminates in this dynamic release.
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Gespielt von: Voodoocuts
Tags: Afro Funk
 in stock $11.56
Fall For You
Cat: ATH 181. Rel: 15 Feb 24
Fall For You (3:24)
Viper Flames (3:23)
Review: Multi-talented artist James Alexander Bright unveils soulful anthem 'Fall For You' and funky track 'Viper Flames' in the superb Athens of the North, all as a tease his forthcoming third solo album on the label in mid-2024. Reflecting on love's power in 'Fall For You', Bright's upcoming release follows his acclaimed debut album 'Headroom' and contributions to Groove Armada's 'Edge Of The Horizon'. His second album, 'Float', garnered praise for its eclectic blend of styles. These new tuns show what he is all about - sunny soul with standout keys and dreamy vocals that melt even the stoniest of hearts.
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Gespielt von: Juno Recommends Soul
 in stock $12.61
Progessive Roots Evolution: A Song For Healing
Progessive Roots Evolution: A Song For Healing (limited translucent yellow vinyl 12" + insert limited to 50 copies)
Cat: SRMLP 1011. Rel: 13 Feb 24
Progressive Roots (LP version)
Healer (reprise)
Progessive Roots (Cosmic Arts mix)
Progessive Roots (Spritiual take)
Heloise
Review: First released in digital and CD formats via Sacred Rhythm, 'Progessive Roots Evolution: A Song For Healing' hears Joaqin 'Joe' Claussell's indelible style of long-form spiritual house music re-flaunted to especial somatic ends. Intentionally crafted as a piece that bridges the needs of both the music and dance communities to whom Claussell is mutually close, this is a suite divided into multiple sections that feed on one another; they appose elements of samba, jazz and house, with ambient interstices and even ruminative piano meltdowns ('Healer', 'Heloise'). This ultra limited yellow LP edition is the audiophile's preference, its dynamism best flaunted on the floaty but driving 'Cosmic Arts' mix.
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 in stock $82.57
Local Jerk
Cat: DFA 2708. Rel: 01 Feb 24
Local Jerk (5:06)
I Need Love (6:40)
Review: The DFA debut of longstanding member Jayson Green also signals the revival of the classic DFA twelve-inch format, so you might playfully suggest it stands for Dying Formats Always. Jay has lent his vocals to various bands such as Panthers, Violent Bullshit, Cheeseburger, and the renowned hardcore group Orchid, always showcasing his wit and humor without veering into cynicism. Assuming a bandleader role, he presents a classic A-side here with the low slung funk of 'Local Jerk,' which was recorded during a lively party. It has tight disco drums, resounding claps and a groove-inducing bassline with big horns. On the B-side, 'I Need Love' unfolds as a darkly humorous nightlife satire.
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Footwork
Cat: BCR 140. Rel: 29 Feb 24
Footwork (1:56)
Morning Glory (2:20)
Review: Big Crown does it again here with another magical 7" this time from Dave Guy, who has contributed to plenty of this label but only now makes his solo debut. It finds him working with label regulars Homer Steinweiss & Nick Movshon, who take care of production and play on the recordings. 'Footwork' is a vibrant fusion of soul, funk, and jazz that, as a trumpeter for the renowned band The Dap-Kings, brings his distinctive style to the forefront and infuses each track with infectious energy and groove. Dynamic horn arrangements, tight rhythms, and soulful melodies all make this one special and show just how skilled a musician Guy is, and apparently, there is plenty more to come.
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 in stock $10.00
Dancefloor Damage Vol 1
Cat: 326006. Rel: 06 Feb 24
Maqnifique (8:02)
Vince Who (8:25)
Review: Funk, soul and house music courses through the veins of Jamie 3:26 and he always manages to convey that into his irresistible grooves. The best of them come on his own label 326 which is where he arrives now with this new 12" Dancefloor Damage Vol 1. It's a tight affair with just one cut on each side of the wax, starting with 'Maqnifique' which is a steamy, intense disco house stomper with wiry lines and unrelenting grooves. On the flip is a very different vibe - a sunny, flute-led led and jazzy soulful house number with heart-melting chords.
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Explanations
Explanations (12" Nachpressung)
Cat: OS 005. Rel: 11 Mar 24
Good In The Bad (feat Omar Meftah & Eric Meftah) (5:02)
There Is No End (4:07)
Good In The Bad (feat Thomas Xu & Eric Meftah - Thomas Xu & Ian Gold remix) (9:35)
Review: Jihoon links with some talented musicians including Thomas Xu, Omar Meftah, Eric Meftah and Ian Gold on this brilliant new three-tracker on One Spoke. It kicks off with the sublime 'Good In The Bad' which is a jazzy viber with flute lines dancing their own dance above lovely contemporary broken beats. 'There Is No End' layers chords, synths and jazz drums into a richly atmospheric groove before last of all the whole of the flip side is given over to a Thomas Xu & Ian Gold remix of 'There Is No End' that is gloriously sunny jazz-fusion at its finest. These will keep you warm no matter the weather outside this winter.

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 in stock $15.25
A Delusional Guide For The Disillusioned
Cat: BEP 021. Rel: 08 Feb 24
Mind Control (1:24)
Delusional (2:55)
Apocolyptic Flows (feat Ramson Badbonez) (3:17)
Hamster Wheel (feat Roughneck Jihad) (3:52)
Stay Grounded (2:40)
Mind Control (instrumental) (1:22)
Delusional (instrumental) (2:55)
Apocolyptic Flows (instrumental) (3:15)
Hamster Wheel (instrumental) (3:52)
Stay Grounded (instrumental) (2:41)
Review: A Delusional Guide for the Disillusioned is an all new collaboration between Kemastry and Jazz T that takes in five seriously heavyweight cuts that skirt around the edges of hip-hop. The beats have a futuristic and otherworldy quality with sinewy synths and twinkling celestial pads as the well-articulated and menacing bars are delivered with precision and an absorbing narrative. Some fine guest features from Ramson Badbonez and Roughneck Jihad add extra character to the beats and the artwork to this vinyl pressing, and the flipside full of instrumentals, is the icing on the cake.
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 in stock $17.62
Lysergie Villageoise
Lysergie Villageoise (limited 12")
Cat: NASE 04. Rel: 13 Mar 24
So(U)rcier (5:55)
V'la Les Druidesses (8:56)
Tohu Bohu An Rinceoir (6:50)
Cent Mille Ancetres (10:36)
Review: Okinawa-based, France-born guitarist Paul Mahoux's excellent new EP Lysergie Villageoise marks the fourth release on Nummer's Natural Selections label. It finds him delving deeper into fourth-world music realms and intricately weaving together tracks that encapsulate all of his experimental ideas over the last three decades. 30 years of experimentation. Over the course of the quartet of tunes, Mahoux blends traditional and modern techniques and distils his signature blend of jazz, folk, ambient, and house into something all new that seems both proto and avant-garde. It is rich in emotion, deploying involving to listen to, and a work that transcends the usual genre boundaries.
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 in stock $16.31
Soiree
Soiree (7" + insert)
Cat: IMWVR 1030. Rel: 26 Mar 24
Haruka Nakamura - "Soiree" (take 3) (4:59)
Nobuyuki Nakajima - "Valsa De Euridice" (2:32)
Review: This is a second new and standalone 7" that is taken from Incense Music for Bed Room, a new compilation series from Incense Music that was curated by Toru Hashimoto and legendary Japanese downtempo and Balearic master Calm. On the A-side, we delve into Haruka Nakamura's beautiful tribute to Bill Evans' timeless piece 'Soiree'. On the flip, 'Valsa de Euridice' is a rendition of Vinicius de Moraes' classic from Etepalma, the inaugural 2006 album by Nobuyuki Nakajima. Renowned as a composer and pianist, Nakajima presents a captivating interpretation that captures the essence of the original piece. Together, these tracks offer a harmonious blend of homage and reinterpretation.
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 in stock $19.73
Series: 1$ Bin Breaks
Odetta - "Sakura" (2:04)
Oliver Sain - "On The Hill" (2:25)
Milt Jackson With The Ray Brown Big Band - "Enchanted Lady" (2:05)
Annette Peacock - "Survival" (1:41)
The Originals - "Sunrise" (1:36)
Isaac Hayes - "A Few More Kisses To Go" (1:23)
Les McCann - "Go On & Cry" (1:27)
Review: The Galaxy Sound Co US is now up to number 41 in their buy-on-sight 'Series: 1$ Bin Breaks'. It's another vital 45 rpm that packs a lot in with plenty of epic sound sources that you will recognise and love from some of your favourite hip-hop joints. Artists like Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth, Puff Daddy, De La Soul, Ghostface Killah, J Dilla, Redman and Alicia Keys have called upon the sounds you will hear here from original artists like Odessa, Milt Jackson With The Ray Brown Big Band, Issac Hayes and many more. File this one under essential breaks, library sounds and jazz nuggets.
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 in stock $12.09
In Your Corner
Cat: KCR 131. Rel: 21 Mar 24
In Your Corner (3:41)
Bewilderment (3:40)
Review: Pale Jay's latest LP Bewilderment spawns two more treasure here on this new and essential 7" from Karma Chief Records. Up first is an Afro-beat tinged cut, 'In Your Corner' with a subtly uplifting rhythm although listen deeper and you'll get locked in to the lyrics which detail an internal struggle for self-acceptance. On the flip is the album title cut which showcase Jay's signature sounds - silky falsetto over soulful harmonies and dusty hip-hop beats. This one also tell a story, this time about the breakdown of a family and the journey into self that ensues.
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 in stock $8.94
Toxic Funk Vol 12
Toxic Funk Vol 12 (limited 7" Nachpressung)
Cat: BBP 228. Rel: 26 Mar 24
Breath & Strut (4:00)
Peace Dust (3:16)
Review: Dal Platinum is back once again like a reneged master. His last outings on the fantastic Breakbeat Paradise Recordings came in the form of a remix and a huge Powerhour free download and now he comes correct on a new 7". He kicks off by bringing some crashing breakbeats and funky drumming to a hip-hop classic on 'Breath & Strut', while the melodies are full of soul. On the reverse is a much sunnier sound - 'Peace Dust' is driven by a big bassline with some nice organ stabs and a fiery vocal leading the vibes up top.
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 in stock $12.61
Favelas
Favelas (7")
Cat: ROC 054. Rel: 01 Feb 24
Favelas (feat Sadat X & Diana Purim) (3:59)
Favelas (instrumental) (3:58)
Review: Rocafort Records took a trip to LA last summer to meet Dan Ubick, a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and DJ who is also an original member of Breakestra and founding member of reggae bands The Lions and Night Owls. They decided to hook up on this project which he devised as a couple of instrumentals which then changed form and became the Brazilian-inspired hip-hop sounds you can hear on this 7". Percussion player Bobby Easton, singer Diana Purim and Sadat X from NYC's Brand Nubian also helped add some extra colour.
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Gespielt von: The Allergies, Voodoocuts
 in stock $12.61
It's Been A Long Time
Cat: 5BB 032. Rel: 20 Feb 24
Rakim - "It's Been A Long Time" (4:00)
Cecil Holmes - "Call Me, Come Back Home" (3:23)
Review: More gold from the always in the know and on point 5 Boroughs label. Again here it digs into the vast annals of hip-hop history to come up with some still relevant gems in the form of Rakim and DJ Premier's staple 'It's Been a Long Time.' It is a classic boom-bap joint with lush strings and horns, some old-school scratching and cool bars. As walls, the label serves it up alongside the original sample source on the flip which is Cecil Holmes's languid soul slow burner 'Call Me, Come Back Home'. These plays shift in quick time so do not snooze if you want a slice.
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 in stock $14.72
Astral Trip Remixes
Astral Trip Remixes (12" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: FLTD 016R. Rel: 19 Mar 24
Night Heat (Allysha Joy remix) (4:48)
Gimme Five (Jailed Jamie & Lorenzo Soria remix) (5:34)
Wagwan (Divorce From New York remix) (5:15)
Minor Mood (Sofatalk & Footnote remix) (4:38)
City Cathedratics (Karmasound remix) (4:45)
Review: Skygaze has some recent tunes remixed on this new Flumo Limited 12" and the results are nice and varied. The opener is from Allysha Joy who flips 'Night Heat' into a lively broken beat run through with warming and soulful synths and a sprinkling of percussion. 'Gimme Five' (Jailed Jamie & Lorenzo Soria remix) then ups the ante with a party-starting house vibe and fiery stabs. 'Wagwan' gets a fresh dose of broken beats from Divorce From New York that will have you flailing your limbs in all directions and Sofatalk & Footnote then keep things a little deeper with their jazzy and sun-kissed take on 'Minor Mood'. 'City Cathedratics' is the final cut and becomes a cosmic and heady, percussive and shimmering late-night sound thanks to the work of Karmasound remix.
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6 Underground: Rewired
Cat: CUP 023CDM. Rel: 19 Mar 24
6 Underground (Two Lone Swordsmen vocal mix)
6 Underground (Nelle Hooper's dub)
6 Underground (Two Lone Swordsmen instrumental mix)
6 Underground (Fila Brazillias Samba)
Review: Second time around for Sneaker Pimps' Six Underground, the lesser-celebrated follow-up to the duo's renowned 'Spin Spin Sugar' single (famous, of course, because of Armand Van Helden's influential 'Dark Garage' remix). While the revisions included here - all initially released in 1996 - did not make as big an impression, all four have stood the test of time impressively. The headline attraction is a pair of Two Lone Swordsmen rubs, which are amongst the earliest reworks Weatherall and Tenniswood laid down under the alias. The vocal and instrumental takes are low slung trip-hop tracks overlaid with heady electronic elements. Elsewhere, Nellee Hooper channels the spirit (and sound) of his work with Massive Attack, and Hull boys Fila Brazillia lay down a typically deep, dubby and slowly evolving downtempo workout.
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 in stock $13.42
Nebuer EP
Cat: BBSR 021. Rel: 29 Feb 24
The Conception (3:10)
Panic (1:28)
The Arrival (1:29)
Optimistic (3:07)
Foundation (1:43)
This Is US (1:10)
Review: Snips is back with a bang on his own label Barbershop Records. This time out he offers up the fresh Nebuer EP which is a project undertaken in which he mixes up sample-heavy house and hip-hop sounds, all in a style with which he has become closely associated. The artist has recently become a father for the first time and so that life event was a big influence on this studio work and each makes a specific reference to the different steps on his journey into fatherhood. That makes this a truly personal work but also one that never forgets the club and so the beats remain heavy, compelling, and packed with soulful flourishes.

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Gespielt von: The Allergies
 in stock $16.31
STR4TASFEAR (remixes)
STR4TASFEAR (remixes) (hand-stamped 12")
Cat: REMIXES. Rel: 21 Feb 24
To Be As One (feat Theo Croker - Venom remix) (6:17)
Lazy Days (feat Emma Jean Thackray - Wallace remix) (8:00)
Review: Str4ta is a joint project that includes Gilles Peterson and Jean-Paul Maunick aka Bluey, inspired by 80s Brit funk bands. In 2022, Str4ta released their third album Str4tasfear for Gilles's label, Brownswood Recordings and this 12" stamped white label offers two dance remixes of two tracks from Str4tasfear. For the A-side, 'To Be As One' is remixed by Venom with vocal by Theo Croker. This soulful house version is jazzy and slightly psychedelic, that gives off a tremendous 70s vibe to it, while the second side sees 'Lazy Days' is remixed by Wallace, adding a bit more of a Latin house feel and features Emma Jean Thackray on vocals. Both versions turn the originals into the perfect dancefloor shufflers for eclectic people. This is the perfect 12" for house, soul and Latin DJs to express their more jazzy side.


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 in stock $14.20
Beat It
Beat It (7" Nachpressung)
Cat: CR 009. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Beat It (4:42)
Thriller (4:50)
Review: Melbourne, Australia based sextet The Traffic, headed up by Ivan 'Choi' Khatchoyan, serve up a special MJ feature funk 45. Presented in a special pressing in red vinyl with black splatter, we get awesome renditions of Michael Jackson tracks 'Beat It' and 'Thriller' from his iconic Thriller album from 1982. The big band energy of the players make these cover versions worthy your attention, with a killer horns section imitating the king of pop's falsetto to great effect.
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 in stock $15.51
Live At Joshua Tree: Presented By Soulection
Live At Joshua Tree: Presented By Soulection (limited 1-sided yellow vinyl 12")
Cat: BWOOD 298EPY. Rel: 08 Feb 24
Raisins Under The Sun (Desert version) (3:37)
For My Ladies (feat Elijah Fox) (3:22)
Odyssey (2:53)
Golden Hour (feat Rocco Palladino) (4:10)
Mystics (feat Venna) (3:45)
Rhythms Of Xango (feat Alexander Bourt) (2:02)
Review: Yussef Days is a masterful drummer who has invigorated contemporary jazz and broken beat scenes with several different and equally brilliant projects. The Yussef Dayes Experience Live At Joshua Tree Presented By Soulection is the latest and finds him anchoring music that is inspired by the world's most well-known nature reserve. It is a spiritually uplifting selection with the likes of Elijah Fox on keys and synth and features five tracks that will transport you to the blissful location in an instant.
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 in stock $23.67
Alben
BRSB
BRSB (CD)
Cat: BCR 155CD. Rel: 07 Mar 24
In The Crosshairs
How We Do
Hazy Memories
Love For The Sake Of Dub
Hotline Bling
Grilled
Love$ick
Stranger Things Theme
Treasure Quest
Nuthin' But A G Thang
Got My Mind Made Up
The Champions Walk
Nautilus (bonus track)
Gianna Sisters (bonus track)
Murkit Gem (bonus track)
Review: Unfairly labelled as a novel curio when they first emerged, the Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band is a genuine expression of Mighty Mocambos man Bjorn Wagner's love of Trinidadian steel pan music. Their tracks - often, but not always, quirky cover versions - combined authentic funk instrumentation (drums, bass, guitar, horns) with the timeless and distinctive sound of steel drums. BRSB, the combo's fourth album, is another summery and effortlessly entertaining treat. Highlights include the inspired 'Love For The Sake of Dub' (an organic interpretation of Claudja Barry's slo-mo disco classic 'Love For The Sake of Love'), the breaker-friendly cheeriness and heaviness of 'Grilled', a wonderfully woozy and dubbed out stroll through the 'Stranger Things Theme', and the summer sunshine of 'Champion's Walk'.
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 in stock $13.15
Mawja
Mawja (gatefold LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: GBLP 150. Rel: 29 Feb 24
Bein Trab U Lihjar (2:47)
Thajliba (3:25)
Duaa (3:07)
Marhabna 2.1 (3:36)
Bubisher (3:34)
Ljaima Likbira (3:26)
Mawja (3:12)
Metal, Madera (3:58)
Haiyu Ya Zuwar (3:02)
Fuadi (4:37)
Review: Aziza Brahim's fantastic new album Mawja is a blend of Sahrawi roots music, folk, and contemporary sounds that reflect on the resilience and spirit of her homeland. Through haunting vocals and poetic lyrics, Brahim shares stories of displacement, longing, and hope, drawing from her experiences as a Sahrawi refugee. Backed by hypnotic rhythms, intricate melodies, and soul-stirring instrumentation, each track creates a rich tapestry of sound which means the record is more than just an album; it's a powerful testament to the human spirit and a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggle for freedom and justice. Brahim's music resonates deeply, transcending borders and connecting hearts across the globe.
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Tags: African | Arabic
 in stock $22.08
Gangbusters Melody Club
Cat: 505419 7747908. Rel: 29 Feb 24
MAD (2:48)
Mirrors (3:39)
81 Special (3:53)
Racoons (3:24)
Avalanches (4:08)
Reverse (3:59)
Fool (3:24)
Spirits (3:46)
Blonde Dynamite (3:47)
Portobello (2:41)
City Cook (3:20)
Villa Rose (3:56)
Review: Caravan Palace's Gangbusters Melody Club is a vibrant explosion of nu-jazz and broken beat energy. The French band showcases their trademark blend of vintage swing and modern electronic beats across all cuts as each one transports you to a lively and exhilarating musical realm. With infectious melodies, driving rhythms, and irresistible hooks, each track on the album is a rich aural feast that is sure to keep dance floors captivated from start to finish. Caravan Palace's sound is defined by its impeccable musicianship and inventive production, as well as it seamless ability to blend the old with the new to create music that is both timeless and cutting-edge.
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 in stock $26.04
Air Ni Ni (reissue)
Air Ni Ni (reissue) (limited grey marbled vinyl LP + MP3 download code in die-cut sleeve)
Cat: BF 138. Rel: 07 Mar 24
Only You (4:07)
Track 2 (4:51)
Scary Point (1:48)
Desert (3:54)
Cold Goat (2:56)
Stamens, Pistils, Parties (5:38)
Evil Things (6:48)
Itsukushii Hibi (7:02)
I Can See Mountains (4:11)
Neutral (3:26)
Review: Brainfeeder looks back to Japanese hybridist Hakushi Hasegawa's first album Air Ni Ni here and reissues it on limited grey marbled vinyl. Although on the surface it might be thought of as pop, get in between the beats and you will find a challenging record that fused everything from bubblegum pop to breakcore, prog jazz to video games and much more besides. The record first came in 2019 and remains astonishingly diverse and new in the way it mashes up traditional genre boundaries and draws on alt-rock. Fans of label head Flying Lotus are sure to love it as is anyone who heard it first tie round.
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 in stock $27.09
Wusul
Wusul (LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: BTR 88LP. Rel: 29 Feb 24
Dew (3:11)
Oladipo (3:27)
A Bite Of Sand (3:04)
Sunflowers (feat Nitai Hershkovits) (4:09)
A Walk In Dir El-Assad (2:55)
Yarabi (3:41)
Shimo Kitazawa (3:35)
Yooltz (3:03)
Vibe Jadid (2:38)
Street Souls (5:07)
Riff Raff (3:10)
Review: Shay Hazan's new album Wusul is an intoxicating escape into his own rich musical heritage. The Israeli musician skilfully blends traditional Middle Eastern sounds with contemporary electronic elements to create a great and seamless fusion of past and present. Tracks like 'Sunflowers' (feat Nitai Hershkovits) and 'A Walk In Dir El-Assad' enchant with their hypnotic rhythms and haunting melodies, transporting listeners to distant landscapes. Hazan's masterful use of instrumentation, including oud (a lute-like fretless string instrument) and percussion, adds depth and authenticity to the compositions so that each track unfolds like a story, inviting you to immerse yourself in the luxurious arrangements. All in all, a captivating exploration of cultural heritage and modern innovation.
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Gespielt von: DJ Kobayashi
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The Closest Thing To Silence
Ten Hour Wave
Breathing In Three Orbits (intro)
Breathing In Three Orbits
The Closest Thing To Silence
Dizzy Ditty
Une Ombre Legere
New Air
Ecoute Au Loin
A Treasure Chest
Stay Centered
Stack Attack
Review: Back in the summer of 2022, BBC Radio 3 asked fourth world legend and all-round avant-garde musical hero Ariel Kalma to pick artists he'd never met to collaborate with. He chose Jeremiah Chu and Marta Sofia Honer. Following the radio broadcast in the autumn of '22, the trio continued making music together and this is the result: a brilliant, impossible-to-pigeonhole affair that combines snatches of improvised performances from each musician with elements of recordings Kalma made in the 1970s, speech samples, droning tones, ambient electronics and much more besides. It's not jazz, ambient, fourth world or abstract electronica, but something that sits in the fuzzy gaps in between. More importantly, it's sonically superb - a coherent and inspired piece of work that gets the most out of its principle cast of characters.
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The Closest Thing To Silence
The Closest Thing To Silence (LP with obi-strip)
Cat: IARC 77LP. Rel: 15 Feb 24
Ten Hour Wave (0:19)
Breathing In Three Orbits (intro) (3:07)
Breathing In Three Orbits (6:42)
The Closest Thing To Silence (3:50)
Dizzy Ditty (4:33)
Une Ombre Legere (4:19)
New Air (2:22)
Ecoute Au Loin (6:03)
A Treasure Chest (5:56)
Stay Centered (2:14)
Stack Attack (6:20)
Review: Ariel Kalma, Jeremiah Chiu, and Marta Sofia Honer's The Closest Thing to Silence transcends traditional boundaries. Through ethereal compositions and intricate soundscapes, the album creates an immersive atmosphere that invites contemplation and introspection. Kalma's mastery of wind instruments, Chiu's electronic experimentation, and Honer's emotive vocals blend seamlessly and weave a tapestry of sound that evokes a sense of serene tranquillity. Each track unfolds like a meditation, guiding listeners through evocative landscapes of sound and ensuring that the long player is an evocative bit of collaborative artistry that highlights the beauty found within moments of stillness.
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The Closest Thing To Silence
The Closest Thing To Silence (limited 'silent' grey vinyl LP wth obi-strip (indie exclusive))
Cat: IARC 77LPI. Rel: 15 Feb 24
Ten Hour Wave (0:19)
Breathing In Three Orbits (intro) (3:07)
Breathing In Three Orbits (6:42)
The Closest Thing To Silence (3:50)
Dizzy Ditty (4:33)
Une Ombre Legere (4:19)
New Air (2:22)
Ecoute Au Loin (6:03)
A Treasure Chest (5:56)
Stay Centered (2:14)
Stack Attack (6:20)
Review: This is a limited edition 'silent' grey vinyl version of Ariel Kalma, Jeremiah Chiu, and Marta Sofia Honer's The Closest Thing to Silence. The album is one that defies conventions and offers ethereal compositions and intricate soundscapes that immerse listeners in contemplation. Kalma's mastery of wind instruments, Chiu's electronic experimentation, and Honer's emotive vocals seamlessly blend, creating a serene tapestry of sound. Each track unfolds like a meditative journey, guiding listeners through evocative landscapes of sound. This collaborative effort highlights the beauty of stillness, inviting introspection and appreciation for the artistry that emerges from such moments. This, then, is a testament to the transformative power of collaborative creativity.
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Rising Son
Rising Son (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: FW 288. Rel: 08 Feb 24
Rising Son (4:44)
Afro Blues (7:21)
Piri Piri (7:06)
Mala (5:52)
Everybody Loves The Sunshine (9:23)
Green & Gold (4:51)
Sometime, Somewhere, Somehow (6:34)
Call (7:49)
Everybody Loves The Sunshine (Joe Armon Jones remix) (6:13)
Review: Takuya Kuroda's Rising Son album on First Word Records heralds a new chapter in jazz innovation. With masterful trumpet prowess and genre-defying compositions, Kuroda's album is a new school take on classic sounds that traverses many a vibrant landscape. Seamlessly blending traditional jazz with contemporary influences, Kuroda's musical vision resonates with soulful depth and infectious energy across all of these most exquisite pieces. Each one is a testament to Kuroda's dynamic artistry and his ability to push the boundaries of the genre with his meaningful and stirring melodies and rich textures. It is another great work from this pioneering jazz force that is poised to captivate audiences worldwide.
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Zombie Mandingo
Cat: FLIES 67. Rel: 08 Feb 24
Zombie Mandingo (4:19)
Tuareg Road (3:22)
Blue Eyes (2:27)
Ritual (3:41)
Around The Island (3:53)
Love & Bones (3:40)
Voodoo Hunter (2:22)
Hanuman (4:39)
Zombie Mandingo (Trailer music) (1:28)
Review: Larry Manteca's Zombie Mandingo album arrived back in 2013 and in the danced plus has only ever been available digitally. Now it makes its debut on wax and remains a bold listen that was devised as a soundtrack to a non-existent exploitation film. It fuses funk, jazz, and Afrobeat influences with plenty of niche cinematic references such as the zombies in Lucio Fulci's horrors and Umberto Lenzi's cannibalistic adventures. The resulting mash up is beguiling to say the least with horror-tinged exotica next to Fela Kuti rhythms and elements of Italian Library music and colourful psychedelia. A boundary pushing work to say the least.
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Chorus
Chorus (CD)
Cat: HVNLP 222CD. Rel: 01 Mar 24
Forever
Yoursel
Sunrise
Musica
Chorus
Future Life
Return To Centaurus
Review: Mildlife's reputation has soared since the release of their last studio album, 2020's Automatic, with the Melbourne trio's every musical move now being watched with bated breath by a global fanbase. Chorus is built on a concept of sorts - "a coming together of disparate elements" and "cosmic compatibility and chemistry" according to the band - but as ever it's the quality of the music on offer that really hits home hard. Warm and optimistic, with nods to West Coast jazz-rock as well as space rock, kosmiche, blue-eyed soul and jazz-funk, it sounds more nuanced, sonically detailed and wide-eyed than their previous work. Highlights include, but are in no way limited to, the yacht rock-leaning 'Yourself', the cosmic disco-influenced wonder of 'Musica', and epic recent single 'Return to Centraus'.
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The Great Bailout
Cat: 27980 2. Rel: 07 Mar 24
Guilty (feat Lonnie Holley & Raia Was)
All The Money (feat Alya Al-Sultani)
God Save The Queen (feat Justmadnice)
Compensated Emancipation (feat Kyle Kidd)
Death By Longitude
My Souls Been Anchored
Liverpool Wins (feat Kyle Kidd)
South Sea (feat Sistazz Of The Nitty Gritty)
Spem In Alium
Review: Camae Ayewa AKA Moor Mother has long talked about wanting to work with an orchestra, applying her verbal Afro-futurism and free-jazz experimentation to the classical domain. She recently did just that, delivering a grandiose live interpretation of her ninth album, The Great Bailout, alongside the London Contemporary Orchestra. It makes perfect sense: while the album itself is not fully orchestrated, it's a conceptual work dissecting the British slave trade, slavery and colonialism. Musically, there are two central focal points: her spoken word vocals and the beautiful singing of Lonnie Haley. These two vital voices weave in and out of sound worlds rooted in dark ambient, lo-fi hip-hop beats, free jazz instrumentation, out-there samples and clandestine aural textures. It's naturally raw, moody and weighty, but more importantly it's also a genuine masterpiece that deserves your attention.
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Wonderlust
Cat: SAPE 029. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Bosco I (7:07)
Bosco II (5:24)
Fresco (6:38)
B U Kno (4:40)
J Scofield (8:21)
Icarus (12:42)
Review: On-Ly is the creative persona of Joshua Smeltink, a pianist-producer who merges diverse influences and mixes sup aspects of sounds like house, hip-hop, and the hard-hitting post-bop jazz-rock of the 60s and 70s. He also takes inspiration from greats of the jazz world such as cats like Weather Report and Miles Davis Group. Wonderlust is his debut album and one that finds him introduce a fresh sound with a band alongside him. Aspects of great works like Santana's Moonflower, bands like The Mars Volta, and piano master Herbie Hancock all can be heard across a kaleidoscopic journey reminiscent of classic psychedelic records. With through-composed passages, heartfelt melodies, and vibrant arrangements, Wonderlust is a fine debut.
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Endless Planets (Deluxe Edition)
Endless Planets (Deluxe Edition) (gatefold 2xLP + MP3 download code in embossed spot-varnished sleeve)
Cat: BF 014. Rel: 08 Feb 24
Introduction: The Lotus Flower (LP1) (2:00)
Capricornus (7:40)
The Underwater Mountain Odyssey (6:48)
Interlude (1:08)
Algiers (10:40)
Ode To Love (9:34)
Epilogue: Renaissance Bubbles (1:43)
Algiers (LP2: Jondy - BBC Maida Vale Session) (9:46)
DMT Song (1:26)
Eclipses (6:54)
The Garden (7:10)
Review: Austin Peralta's 2011 album Endless Planets has never before been available on vinyl and now gets pressed up as a special Deluxe Edition by Brainfeeder. Peralta really crafted something special here when the label made its first moves into the world of jazz. He is a prodigious piano-playing talent who uses that as a vehicle for his inquisitive futurism while never forgetting the heritage of original jazz. In this special version, four previously unreleased tracks are unveiled. Among them is a live rendition of 'DMT Song' from FlyLo's 2012 album 'Until the Quiet Comes,' which Austin collaborated on. Wonderful stuff.
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Acid Jazz (Not Jazz): We've Got A Funky Beat
Cat: AJXLP 750. Rel: 15 Feb 24
Super Strut - "The Apostles" (4:17)
Escucha Mi Funk - "The Hightower Set" (5:08)
Testify - "Mains Ignition" (6:06)
Russian Roulette - "Night Trains" (feat Afrika Bambaataa) (7:20)
From The Ghetto - "Dread Flimstone" (Modern Tone Family mix) (4:37)
Delancy Street The Theme - "Ballistic Brothers" (3:46)
Tranz Euro X-Press - "X-Press 2" (4:06)
Farside - "Jaziac Sunflowers" (4:11)
Review: Eddie Piller and Dean Rudland's Acid Jazz (Not Jazz): We've Got A Funky Beat is a vibrant compilation that celebrates the eclectic and groove-driven sound of acid jazz. It takes in a well-curated and eclectic selection of definitive tracks from the genre's heyday that all perfectly capture the essence of the movement which is defined by its infectious rhythms, jazz melodies, and silky beats. Along the way, there are non-stop funky basslines and energetic brass sections. Each song exudes a sense of excitement and spontaneity that is so characteristic of acid jazz which rightly has such an enduring appeal to contemporary audiences.
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The Gift Of Time/Storytelling/Tchokola (remastered)
Cat: BGOCD 1508. Rel: 15 Feb 24
Prologue
New Resolutions
Faith In You
No More Doubts
Between Sea & Sky
Metamorphosis
Introspective Perceptions
The Gift Of Time
In The Fast Lane
Tender Memories
Springe Episode
Pastoral Harmony
The Story Teller
The Amazon Forest
After The Storm
A Journey's End
Chopin Prelude No 20
Mam' Mai
Sakka Sakka
Tchokola
Mouna Bowa
N'Fan Mot
Ye Ke Ye Ke
Bamako
Rhum 'N' Zouc
Cono
Bottle Bop
Review: Outside of jazz-fusion circles, violinist and composer Jean-Luc Ponty is best known for two things: embracing synthesizers and electronic instruments (including electric violin) earlier than his peers, and playing a small but significant role in inspiring some of Detroit techno's earliest innovators. This double disc set rounds up three of the albums that proved most inspirational to electronic musicians. Disc one sports 1987's warm, colourful and mesmerising The Gift of Time - where, fittingly, Ponty's ability to create surprising and intense off-kilter dancefloor workouts was first noticed by adventurous DJs - and 1989's Storytelling, which kicks off with his most famous work: the awe-inspiring 'In The Fast Lane'. Over on disc two, we get 1991's Tchokola, an inspired mix of fusion, Afrobeat and Zouk flavours that has long been a favourite amongst Balearic silverbacks.
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Y Otis Tre
Y Otis Tre (orange vinyl LP + insert in spot-varnished sleeve)
Cat: WJLP 63X. Rel: 28 Mar 24
OOMY (3:25)
Midi Day Job (part 4 ) (3:58)
Pluralregn (0:48)
Perla/Moln (4:23)
CLICKS 2023 (4:57)
Earrings (2:27)
UNKNOW/SLICK (3:45)
Sol 94 (2:22)
RHUBARBS (3:04)
Orkaneon (2:27)
LOOMY (3:08)
Donatt Gonatt (2:19)
Review: Berlin-based Swedish tenor saxophonist Otis Sandsjo is back with another of his brilliant albums. Y-OTIS TRE is his third on We Jazz Records and one that finds him working closely with his old work partner, pal, bassist and producer Petter Eldh, plus the live band keys-man Dan Nicholls. Crafted and produced by Eldh & Sandsjo, the album embraces the band's Swedish roots within the continuum of layered liquid jazz. It has a neon, 3D essence, morphing from laser sharp to gooey like jelly, and each track is ripe with evolutionary ideas though also remains rooted in recognisable forms, cross-referencing its own concepts but never repeating. With a mixtape-like DNA, the music teems with vibrant colours and acoustic depth and blurs boundaries between live performance and studio innovation.
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Kintsugi Soul Steppers
Cat: RCLP 001. Rel: 21 Mar 24
AKAI Telecom (2:38)
Bruk Encounter (3:12)
Shinjuku Skanking (2:02)
Never 4get (edit) (0:58)
Wind Rider (3:25)
Mercury Rising (1:33)
Riddim Changes (part 1 & 2) (4:00)
Review: Kintsugi is the Japanese art of fixing broken stuff in beautiful ways and thus embracing the item's history. It is also in part the name of this new Kintsugi Soul Stepper's album that mirrors that concept by "celebrating the beauty found in piecing together diverse fragments to create a harmonious whole." Filipino Canadian collective seekersinternational and beat-maker jjuwanstockton lead the charge, on a record that celebrates the fusions of many diverse sounds from dub to soul to nostalgic 1980s Japan, as well as many different cultures, and identities.
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Brutus
Brutus (CD)
Cat: SSCD 17. Rel: 12 Feb 24
The Birth
The Spirit
The Death
The Ascension
Pipe Bomb
Body Blow
Zodiak
The Gooch
Review: Specter remains a steadfast pillar among the select artists on Theo Parrish's esteemed Sound Signature label. His latest album, Brutus, reaffirms the trust placed in him, delivering a distinct blend of house sounds. In this CD version, Specter masterfully fuses synthetic and organic elements, echoing the signature style of Parrish. Much like Parrish's own compositions, the house sounds on Brutus exhibit a harmonious blend of weathered, rustic tones and vibrant, futuristic visions. Specter injects profound meaning into his melodies, and the drums, whether subtle and elusive or bold and confrontational, consistently captivate, locking listeners into the rich tapestry of his grooves.
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Brutus
Brutus (cassette)
Cat: SSCAS 8. Rel: 12 Feb 24
The Birth
The Spirit
The Death
The Ascension
Pipe Bomb (7:14)
Body Blow (3:59)
Zodiak (6:07)
The Gooch (9:46)
Review: Chicago's mighty Specter stands firm as a pivotal figure among the chosen artists on Theo Parrish's esteemed Sound Signature label. His latest new long player Brutus presents another unique fusion of house sounds. In this cassette tape format, Specter expertly merges synthetic and organic elements that call to mind Parrish's own distinctive style. The album also embodies a seamless blend of timeworn, rustic tones and dynamic, futuristic visions within his singular house realm and impart some devastating feelings through the melodies, while the drums consistently mesmerize and keep you entranced within his rhythms.
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FR33
FR33 (cassette)
Cat: FR 33. Rel: 11 Mar 24
Free (14:22)
Klaxu (12:22)
Review: Thomas Xu from Steady Flight Circle and Tommy Kladis from Music Time with Friends come together on this new cassette-only release that captures three of their sessions at Kladis's studio. Xu was on synthesizers while Kladis was in charge of samples, drums and loops on the SP-555 and the final touch was lo-fi drums from John Shaughnessy. It takes the form of two extended jams that reach out to almost 15 minutes of dusty, ambient-laced soundscapes with distant percussive details and melancholic moods. 'Klaxu' has more darkness and more prominent rhythms to it but both pieces make for escapist listening.
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