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Fusion To Illusion
Fusion To Illusion (limited LP)
Cat: SC 1243. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Fusion To Illusion (5:02)
Piano Sunset (4:32)
Imagery (4:21)
Blue Water (3:23)
Lost In Palms (4:55)
The Crossing (4:35)
Sensitive (4:07)
Outro (3:10)
Review: The summer is almost here which means this is exactly the sort of record we want to be reaching for. It's a lush and tropical work of idealised disco grooves, deepest house, Balearic, smooth jazz and Mediterranean cool that cries out to be played loud while you sip on cocktails and dream of being somewhere utterly blissful and classy. Dreamy textures define each cut with nice fresh rhythms, glistening chords and lush melodies all sprinkled with delightful percussive detail. Big up to A Vision Of Panorama for serving up a beautiful album that is sure to soundtrack the warmest months of the year for many.
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 in stock $24.14
New Blue Sun
New Blue Sun (180 gram audiophile vinyl 3xLP + poster + insert + postcards)
Cat: 196588 14751. Rel: 05 Apr 24
I Swear, I Really Wanted To Make A "Rap" Album But This Is Literally The Way The Wind Blew Me This Time (11:56)
The Slang Word P(*)ssy Rolls Off The Tongue With Far Better Ease Than The Proper Word Vagina Do You Agree? (12:57)
That Night In Hawaii When I Turned Into A Panther & Started Making These Low Register Purring Tones That I Couldn't Control Sh¥t Was Wild (10:19)
BuyPoloDisorder's Daughter Wears A 3000 Shirt Embroidered (12:27)
Ninety Three 'Til Infinity & Beyonce (3:40)
Ghandi, Dalai Lama, Your Lord & Savior JC/Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, & John Wayne Gacy (9:34)
Ants To You, Gods To Who? (6:39)
Dreams Once Buried Beneath The Dungeon Floor Slowly Sprout Into Undying Gardens (16:44)
Review: Was anyone ready for one of the most talked-about albums of the year to be Andre 3000 going ham on the flute? Probably not, but in a post-reality world New Blue Sun just slots right in. Of course the legions of Outkast fans are going to be split when an artist of such prominence takes a wild swerve into experimental musical pastures, but for those with an open mind or a pre-existing appreciation of ambient and leftfield music, this album is an easy sell. Teasing the tension between acoustic and electronic, ancient and hypermodern, grounded and ethereal, Andre has been bold and honest in presenting this album to the world and his gamble has paid off.
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Gespielt von: Alexis Le-Tan
 in stock $84.33
New Blue Sun
Cat: 196588 14752. Rel: 22 Mar 24
I Swear, I Really Wanted To Make A "Rap" Album But This Is Literally The Way The Wind Blew Me This Time
The Slang Word P(*)ssy Rolls Off The Tongue With Far Better Ease Than The Proper Word Vagina Do You Agree?
That Night In Hawaii When I Turned Into A Panther & Started Making These Low Register Purring Tones That I Couldn't Control _ Sh¥t Was Wild
BuyPoloDisorder's Daughter Wears A 3000® Shirt Embroidered
Ninety Three 'Til Infinity & Beyonce
Ghandi, Dalai Lama, Your Lord & Savior JC/Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer & John Wayne Gacy
Ants To You, Gods To Who ?
Dreams Once Buried Beneath The Dungeon Floor Slowly Sprout Into Undying Gardens
Review: Andre 3000s 87-minute flute epic makes it onto a double CD courtesy of Sony. One of the most intriguing, enveloping and therapeutic LPs of 2023, New Blue Sun sees the Outkast veteran drop the mic in favour of myriad flutes, both digital and acoustic, creating a loose, patient album which sounds somewhat like the lovechild of Jon Hassell and Ras G. The whimsically named tracks unfold in a languid dream sequence, feeling improvised but focused, sparse yet dense, and deeply emotive throughout. 3000's far-from-virtuosic flute performances add to the charm and unpredictability of the album, and ensure that the overwhelmingly gentle music doesn't veer too far into vapid new-agery. One for yer pensive off-days!
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 in stock $18.42
Axis Of Time
Axis Of Time (clear vinyl LP)
Cat: EHS 112LPC1. Rel: 14 Mar 24
Free My Mind (4:08)
Speed Of Light (3:56)
10th Wonder (3:35)
Loose Reality (3:31)
Diamonds (3:00)
Dreams (2:14)
Cosmic Storm (2:45)
Time Traveler (4:49)
Silent Horizon (3:55)
Invisible Clock (3:24)
Memories (1:33)
Review: Eraserhood Sound present the debut album from Angelo Outlaw, a Philadelphia-based mallet percussionist and poet with serious chops in the sweet spot where spiritual jazz and heavy funk collide. Axis Of Time has been crafted as a vehicle for escapism, propelled by transcendent instrumentation to reach celestial heights across 11 exquisitely rendered compositions. The sparkling vibraphone rubs up against fuzzed-up guitar lines, underpinned by the infectious groove of the rhythm section for a standout excursion from a vital new talent in the field of life-affirming jazz funk. Just take the dizzying highs of lead single 'Free My Mind' as an instructive route into this exploratory, deeply-rooted record.
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Axis Of Time
Cat: EHS 112LP. Rel: 14 Mar 24
Free My Mind (4:08)
Speed Of Light (3:56)
10th Wonder (3:35)
Loose Reality (3:31)
Diamonds (3:00)
Dreams (2:14)
Cosmic Storm (2:45)
Time Traveler (4:49)
Silent Horizon (3:55)
Invisible Clock (3:24)
Memories (1:33)
Review: Axis of Time is the stunning debut album from Philadelphia mallet percussionist and poet Angelo Outlaw. Featuring Eraserhood Sound's signature synth & soul production, the LP is a dazzling blend of jazz, rare groove, funk, soul and r&b. Outlaw's statement of intent is to transport the listener to a dissociated, dream-like state; a retreat into a fantasy from which one may not wish to return. That of a sonic holiday is indeed the vibe of this vibraphonic virtuosum, with landscapes of flute, wah-pedalled guitars and, of course, bell-like harmonies played by Outlaw himself, all evoke the sense of riding on the back of a paradisiacal bird, and into the anaesthetic distance.
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 in stock $31.13
Ominira
Ominira (LP)
Cat: FVR 191. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Chant & Dance (1:58)
The Bravest Heart (5:08)
Novos Planos (4:17)
Outras Dimensoes (4:50)
Abraco Pro Ed (2:50)
4:28 Am (5:32)
The Mountain (4:19)
Ominira (4:32)
Projecoes (4:50)
Review: Brazilian artist Lucas Arruda, is fast becoming a regarded figure in the Latin scene. 'Ominira' is his latest long player that once again, finds a home on the French label Favorite Recordings. An album full of rich sounding musical textures that cross boundaries and bridge many genres such as Latin, soul, house, jazz and pop. The vibrant summer jams 'The Bravest Heart' and 'Novos Planos' are A-side standouts that will surely excite veteran and new listeners alike, who are into World music. '4:28' and 'The Mountain' start the second side with some catchy instrumentals that give off memorable beachy 70s vibes. ' Projecoes' closes the album with one of the most soulful performances of the album. All and all, you have a wonderful sounding jazzy grooved piece that ups the expectation of what a Latin jazz album can be. Cafe Del Mar approved!
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Sensory Blending
Cat: HYR 7280. Rel: 23 Apr 24
Bodily Synesthesia (5:17)
Lunar Wind (7:16)
Bewitched By The Sea (4:53)
My BlueBell (6:35)
Last Waltz In Perugia (3:08)
Gimlet (6:11)
It's Too Easy To Love You (4:43)
Your Magic Touch (5:45)
Indigo (2:26)
Review: Sensory Blending is a new collaborative album from Italian collective Aura Safari and Finnish musician Jimi Tenor, born from an impromptu studio session after a Hell Yeah party in Perugia. Despite never having met, their synergy results in a vibrant record brimming with musicality and indelible melodies. Tenor, a psychedelic space-jazz-funk virtuoso, joins forces with Aura Safari's skilled musicians, known for their label regularity and sublime Island Dreams album. From the seductive opener 'Bodily Synesthesia' to the dramatic finale 'Indigo,' Sensory Blending offers a seamless fusion of talents, hinting at potential live performances later this year.
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 in stock $19.72
BRSB
BRSB (limited translucent yellow vinyl LP (indie exclusive))
Cat: BCR 155LPC2. Rel: 07 Mar 24
In The Crosshairs (2:26)
How We Do (3:40)
Hazy Memories (3:37)
Love For The Sake Of Dub (3:00)
Hotline Bling (3:31)
Grilled (3:09)
Love$ick (2:45)
Stranger Things Theme (3:22)
Treasure Quest (3:29)
Nuthin' But A G Thang (2:54)
Got My Mind Made Up (2:51)
The Champion's Walk (3:10)
Review: Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band, the mysterious steel pan outfit from Hamburg, have amassed a cult following around the globe. With a slew of classic 7"s and three critically acclaimed full length albums, they set a high bar for themselves, one which they clearly intend on pushing to even higher heights with this new offering. On their fourth album BRSB, Bacao return with more of the same, but more of the same with them is of course inherently different. Covering songs that span genres, and range from mega-hits to underground album cuts, they make them their own with their unique approach to the traditional steel pans of Trinidad and Tobago. While part of the allure of a new Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band album is finding out what covers they choose, it is equally intriguing to see what original tunes they've cooked up alongside these, and this record is foul of standout originals. from 'In The Crosshairs' to 'Grilled' to 'Treasure Quest'.
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Gespielt von: AfroBase (Radio Chart)
 in stock $24.39
BRSB
BRSB (CD)
Cat: BCR 155CD. Rel: 07 Mar 24
In The Crosshairs
How We Do
Hazy Memories
Love For The Sake Of Dub
Hotline Bling
Grilled
Love$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 $12.98
Kollage
Kollage (2xLP + insert)
Cat: BEWITH 166LP. Rel: 19 Mar 24
Intro (0:58)
WordPlay (3:02)
Spontaneity (4:11)
Rugged Ruff (3:04)
Interlude (0:29)
I Confess (4:03)
UKNOWHOWWEDU (3:36)
Interlude (0:57)
Total Wreck (3:28)
Innovation (3:15)
Da Jawn (5:12)
Interlude (0:51)
True Honey Buns (Dat Freak Sh*t) (3:42)
3 Tha Hard Way (4:12)
Biggest Part Of Me (4:50)
Path To Rhythm (3:23)
Review: This is one of those albums that is for the real heads - a deep, dark, moody mix of new soul and hip-hop from the great vocalist you might well have recognised from Roni Size/Reprazent's seminal New Forms album. Released in 1996, it showcases Bahamadia's distinctive flow and insightful lyricism with tracks like 'Uknowhowwedu' and '3 the Hard Way' effortlessly navigating intricate beats and soulful samples to deliver messages of empowerment and introspection. As such the LP embodies the essence of 90s hip-hop in the way it blends jazz-infused production with Bahamadia's smooth delivery. As a pioneer for female MCs, Bahamadia's influence should reverberate through generations.
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 in stock $33.99
London Hooligan Soul
Cat: AJX2LP 730. Rel: 25 Apr 24
Portobello Cafe (5:46)
Come On (6:05)
Soho Cab Ride (5:13)
I'll Fly Away (5:24)
Jah Jah Call You (5:36)
Mark's Lude (0:35)
I Don't Know (5:17)
Sister Song (6:20)
A Beautiful Space (7:06)
Steppin' Into Eden (5:27)
Peckings (2:56)
Uschi's Lament (4:21)
Review: The Ballistic Brothers' London Hooligan Soul, originally released in 1995 and now reissued in 2024, is a timeless masterpiece that effortlessly blends trip-hop, acid jazz, and downtempo vibes. From the smooth vocals of 'Portobello Cafe' to the funky horns of 'Soho Cab Ride,' each track delivers a unique sonic experience while maintaining a cohesive soulful atmosphere. 'I'll Fly Away' seamlessly combines breaks and killer basslines, while 'Jah Jah Call You' dives into dub territory with a steady groove. 'I Don't Know' adds a touch of strange easy listening by roughing up familiar samples, while 'Sister Song' infuses rhythmic excitement inspired by Brazilian beats. 'A Beautiful Space' oozes with downtempo funk, while 'Steppin' Into Eden' smoothly transitions into breakbeats. The old-school dub of 'Peckings' exudes joy, while 'Uschi's Lament' closes the album on a mellow, jazzy note. With its eclectic grooves and soulful funk, London Hooligan Soul is a brilliant album that captures the essence of 90s music.
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 in stock $29.06
Lemons
Lemons (7'' + insert)
Cat: SL 45031. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Lemons (2:58)
BIB (Bitch In Black) (3:00)
Review: Maya Blandy's latest single, Lemons, is a vibrant and infectious track that seamlessly blends upbeat urban funk with an acid jazz sound, resulting in a potential pop hit. The song takes a spin on the classic adage about making the best out of life's challenges, presenting it with a fresh and edgy perspective. With its catchy hooks, groovy rhythm, and Maya Blandy's convincing vocals, Lemons is destined to be an instant hit once heard.
The Side-2 is equally as good with 'BIB (Bitch In Black).' This song oozes with soulful vibes, showcasing Maya's mesmerizing vocals against an urban beat backdrop. The addition of a horn section adds depth and richness to the track, elevating its sonic experience.

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 in stock $15.05
Blue Eclipse
Blue Eclipse (translucent blue vinyl LP)
Cat: 589432 3. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Never Doubt (feat Kaidi) (4:05)
Say Wow (feat IDK & Jay Prince) (2:56)
Rice & Peas (feat Kyra, Bnnyhunna & Aidan) (3:00)
Cherry Blossom (feat Ben Jones & parthenope) (3:06)
Sky Paradise (interlude) (2:52)
Wait A While (feat Amber Navran & Farah Audhali) (3:39)
Sunset In LA (feat Grifton Forbes-Amos) (2:58)
Nights In Tokyo (feat Kaidi) (3:55)
Take Time (feat Kojey Radical & Daley) (3:43)
Guava (feat Camilla Georgia, Richi Seivwright, Poppy Daniels, & Kaidi) (3:56)
Blue Eclipse (feat Poppy Daniels) (3:43)
Brother (feat Natalie Lindi) (3:47)
Review: Sizzling-hot hip-hop duo Blue Lab Beats are on everybody's lips now, thanks at least in part to the announcement of their latest full-length album, Blue Eclipse. Heralding an exciting new era for the duo, these 12 songs reveal the depth and breadth of producer NK-OK, and multi-instrumentalist Mr DM's musical ambition. Throwing back to their debut EP 'Blue Skies', which even pre-dates their involvement with record labels, Blue Eclipse signals a circling back to their origins while also embracing the new; the pair's usual jazztronica remit is lent the utmost contemporary spin, with notes of drill, neoclassical, trap and Jersey bounce - all still prevalent styles - peeking through in these latest productions.
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 in stock $27.25
Pieces (reissue)
Pieces (reissue) (limited LP + booklet in die-cut sleeve)
Cat: FTS 027. Rel: 09 Apr 24
Spirale (3:17)
Antichambre (2:38)
Images (5:33)
Le Rideau (1:26)
P 216 (6:22)
En Attendant L'Aube (3:52)
Le Tournant Des Temps (3:03)
Hivers 1 - Cap-Des-Rosiers (6:19)
Hivers 2 - Sol-Six D'Hiver (3:31)
14e Sie'cle (4:46)
Review: Danielle Boutet's Pieces is a mysterious artifact of Quebecois marginalia, self-released in 1985. Seeming to land squarely in the French no wave niche, yet nonetheless defying it through sinister inversions of the form, the reissued album comes as a reminder of Boutet's impressive command over atmosphere and narrative. Arabesque monologues in her native French soar over warblingly warm arpeggios, which sound ready-primed for traversals of Transylvania, while the more languid cuts make use of impressively synthetic emulations of what could otherwise sound like affectedly acoustic instruments, such as the "harmonica" on 'En attendant l'aube'. This is a welcome unearthing of an otherwise unconscious album, made in the space between REM sleep and authentic, out-of-the-limelight living.
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Gespielt von: Alexis Le-Tan
 in stock $29.58
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 $21.78
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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Son Of Zeus
Cat: FW 296. Rel: 11 Apr 24
These Cards (3:09)
Been Trying (3:15)
All I Need (2:32)
Small Circles (3:08)
Never Look Down (2:37)
4 So Long (2:50)
When You're Lonely (2:34)
Review: Tyler Daley is a UK hip-hop mainstay and the vice of the brilliant Children of Zeus. Here he branches out with his own solo album, Son of Zeus - see what he did there? It comes on the band's home label of First World and bares plenty of their signature sonic hallmarks - dusty, undercooked production, lazy hip hop beats, and gorgeous vocals that sit somewhere between neo soul, golden era boom-bap from Tribe and something else a little unique. It's a warm world where yearning bars, lush harmonies and hooky melodies all float around the stripped back but bumping beats. Superb stuff.
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 in stock $15.05
Midnight Music
Cat: WST 031. Rel: 04 Apr 24
Winston's Pain (intro) (1:32)
At Night (2:34)
Save Yourself (1:55)
Termination (2:38)
Easter Of Worlds (2:07)
Killer's Theme (1:50)
Elder Gods (2:07)
The Dream (2:08)
Oni (1:14)
Dante At The Gate (1:37)
Watching Bree (2:01)
Gang Theme (0:26)
Maniac Thoughts (1:29)
Sometimes (2:02)
The Doctor (2:02)
Sinners (1:48)
Dr Terror (1:39)
Power (1:01)
A New Day (2:05)
The End (1:05)
Review: DJ Nappa is a UK hip-hop originator who digs deep into his love of film for this superb new album of instrumentals. Specifically, Midnight Music looks to the world of horror, thrillers and sci-fi from the 1970s and 1980s and turns out some wonderfully inspired joints for We Stay True Records. As such there is an expectedly creepy vibe with eerie pads, slow-motion beats and plenty of haunting vocal samples weaving their way in and out of earshot. It all plays out like an absorbing mind movie full of shadowy corners and menacing moods. Another triumph for man like Nappa.
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 in stock $26.21
Puzzle Dust
Puzzle Dust (limited blue galaxy vinyl LP + insert)
Cat: ALBFLP 017G. Rel: 16 Apr 24
Lightgeist (4:34)
Ephemera (4:55)
One To Free (4:29)
Blood (4:25)
We Are Here (3:19)
Puzzle Dust (4:00)
Sun Sailing (4:15)
Outsighed (4:41)
Review: Jonny Drop working with Andre Ashong is not a collab you might have seen coming, but it is one you will be glad has happened. Puzzle Dust is reportedly an album that was four years in the making and it comes on a lovely blue slab of vinyl. Musically it is a work that fuses soul and psychedelia with stripped-back broken beats, dusty drums and lo-fi rhythms peppered with earthy percussion. At times sunny and upbeat, at others stoned and horizontal, Ashong's hazy vocals colour the tracks with his signature smoky soul. A fantastic coming together of two diverse but quality artists.
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Soft Approach
Cat: SC 1250. Rel: 14 Mar 24
Soft Approach (4:33)
Wet Summer (3:59)
Make Me Move (4:06)
North Star (3:18)
Bossa Banger (4:14)
Hidden Oasis (4:29)
Night Raid (3:52)
Desert Caravan (4:00)
Review: E. Live returns to Star Creature HQ with his third full-length release, 'Soft Approach,' and it's a jazz-funk-infused and boogie-powered blast-off. Following the success of 2020's Boogie For Life and Cloud Vibes from 2022, this new long player marks a triumphant evolution in his solo journey. With a nu-school disco flair and jazzier undertones, E. Live expertly balances accessibility and sophistication to make for a well-crafted trip overall. Drawing inspiration from musical luminaries like Roy Ayers and Patrice Rushen, these tunes promise to captivate fans of danceable rhythms and refined musicality alike. This release solidifies E. Live's reputation as a trailblazer in the contemporary Boogie scene and confirms he is destined for seismic waves in 2024.
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Electribal Memories (Deluxe Edition)
Cat: EDSL 0165. Rel: 15 Mar 24
Talking With Myself (12" version - CD1)
Lipstick On My Lover
You're Walking (Peeping Tom mix)
Inside Out
Diamond Dove
Heading For The Night
Tell Me When The Fever Ended (Full Length version)
Talking With Myself (Lambada version)
Electribal Memories
Tell Me When The Fever Ended (7")
Talking With Myself (7" Frankie Knuckles mix)
You're Walking (Peeping Tom 7" mix)
Inside Out (Pop mix)
Talking With Myself (8-track demo - CD2)
The Spell (8-track demo)
Talking With Myself (Deep Dream mix)
Lipstick On My Lover (1989 12" version)
Diamond Dove (1989 12" version)
Tell Me When The Fever Ended (12")
Talking With Myself (12" Frankie Knuckles mix)
You’re Walking (Corporate Def mix)
Inside Out (Anti-Pop mix)
Heading For The Night (Night Over Europe)
Talking With Myself (Opium mix - CD3)
Tell Me When The Fever Ended (After Dark mix)
You’re Walking (Azmafez mix)
Heading For The Night (Classic club mix)
Talking With Myself (Jazzy Piano mix)
You’re Walking (Ambient Groove mix)
Talking With Myself (Brixton club mix Master)
Mummy I’m Sick, I’m Underwater
Talking With Myself (Larry Heard After Dark dub)
You're Walking (Warped Truth mix)
Talking With Myself (Next Big Thing mix)
Talking With Myself (Frankie Knuckles edit - CD4)
Diamond Dove (7")
Lipstick On My Lover (7")
Talking With Myself (Larry Heard After Dark mix)
Heading For The Night (Pianoppella)
Inside Out (MCM mix)
Talking With Myself (Frankie’s Lovely dub)
Tell Me When The Fever Ended (Yankee mix)
Talking With Myself (Anabolic Steroid mix)
Tell Me When The Fever Ended (Raggamix)
Inside Out (Mantronix mix 2)
You’re Walking (Hip Hop mix)
Non-Doctor (demo)
That’s How Strong My Love Is (demo)
Review: Electribe 101's 1990 debut album, Electribal Memories, is undoubtedly one of the strongest sets of the loved-up Balearic house era - a long-player firmly rooted in the Ecstasy experience, from the piano-sporting, wide-eyed tactility of house music of the period, to the after-hours, comedown-friendly downtempo soulfulness that the band's creative force and lead singer, Billie Ray Martin, was always so adept at delivering. This 'Deluxe Edition' expands the album across four CDs via a deep archive dive from dance music historian Bill Brewster. The DJ and author offers-up a wealth of released (and unreleased) club mixes, early versions and alternate takes, while the accompanying booklet features reflections from Billie-Ray Martin and an extensive essay from Pete Paphides.
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Electribal Memories (half speed remastered)
Electribal Memories (half speed remastered) (180 gram vinyl + inserts with obi-strip)
Cat: DEMREC 1146. Rel: 14 Mar 24
Talking With Myself (6:21)
Lipstick On My Lover (6:23)
You're Walking (Peeping Tom mix) (6:02)
Inside Out (5:48)
Diamond Dove (7:49)
Heading For The Night (4:12)
Tell Me When The Fever Ended (4:40)
Talking 2 (6:03)
Review: Back in 1990, Electribe 101 were riding high on the success of 'Talkin' With Myself', a Balearic house classic that ranks among the most saucer-eyed and loved-up songs of the era. The album that followed, Electribal Memories, was a gem, too, though has been largely overlooked - though not by those who fell in love with it at the time - ever since. Happily, it has finally been reissued on vinyl, with half-speed remastering and a deep cut to guarantee aural pleasure. With singer and creative force Billie Ray Martin providing some of her most memorable vocal performances, highlights include the early morning E-soul hypnotism of 'Inside Out' (a genius-like cover of a funk-soul classic), warm-up classic 'Heading For The Night' and the tactile deep house delight of 'Diamond Dove'.
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Video Game Lofi: Zelda Vol 2 Doors Of Time
Cat: CURE 0056V. Rel: 11 Mar 24
Title Theme (feat Bri Marie - From The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time) (4:46)
Title Theme - The Hour Of Twilight (From The Legend Of Zelda: Twilight Princess) (3:42)
Dragon Roost Island (feat It's Sophie Edwards - From The Legend Of Zelda: Wind Waker) (2:39)
Forest Temple (From The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time 3D) (3:27)
Lake Hylia (From The Legend Of Zelda: Twilight Princess) (3:18)
Calling The Four Giants (From The Legend Of Zelda: Majora's Mask)
Kakariko Village Is Saved (From The Legend Of Zelda: Twilight Princess)
Gerudo Town (From The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild)
Stables (From The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild) (0:45)
Ballad Of The Goddess (From The Legend Of Zelda: Skyward Sword) (4:12)
Review: Welsh producer Floor is Lava adds to their 'Video Game LoFi' series with 'Zelda Vol 2: Door of Time' with faithful chill hop and lo-fi hip-hop renditions of music from Nintendo's beloved Legend of Zelda franchise. From Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask, composed by Koji Kondo, to selections from Skyward Sword, Wind Waker, Twilight Princess, and Breath of the Wild, The Floor Is Lava has meticulously crafted a diverse collection of nostalgic and expressive game music. The album heavily features beautiful guitar playing and ethereal vocals throughout, with collaborations from Save Point and vocal features from Bri Marie and Sophie Edwards on some of the most iconic music in history.
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Return Of The Bastard
Cat: BEWITH 156LP. Rel: 08 Apr 24
And The Folklore Continues (2:18)
La Califas Perdido (2:36)
I Would Go With You (2:43)
No Time For Time (1:59)
Calling For Ya! (2:05)
Bloodinthemud (3:27)
Zapata's Boots (2:37)
Mosaic Man (1:46)
What Have I Been Doing Since I Was Gone? (2:11)
Paper Switchblade (3:11)
Never Forget To Remember (2:44)
Run With The Hunted (3:15)
New Terrain (2:24)
40 Summers (2:33)
The Simple Man (2:26)
Review: Guitarist, composer and skateboarder Tommy Guerrero hears several of his earliest albums reissued now via Be With, of which 2008's Return Of The Bastard was his fifth. Still evidently deep in the throes of recording for the pure fun of it, this fifteen-track album reflects a pure lyricless enjoyment that few other of Guerrero's contemporaries could ever hope to share. Perhaps it's the meditative truck of his earlier skate career that course-corrected his frame of mind to pure creative meditativeness; here driving noisy drum machines, lightly-amped two-tones, the occasional kalimba and faint vocals all collide for the perfect accompaniment to an implied visual narrative.
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Loose Grooves & Bastard Blues
Cat: BEWITH 155LP. Rel: 08 Apr 24
BW's Blues (4:48)
So Blue It's Black (3:29)
Keep On Keepin On (2:49)
Azule (2:17)
Black Sheep Blues (3:29)
30 (1:31)
Pollo Caliente (3:02)
Never (1:41)
Solow (1:56)
Introspection Section (4:19)
Gone Again (2:34)
In My Head (3:06)
Soul Miner (2:58)
Review: Tommy Guerrero's sublime debut album Loose Grooves And Bastard Blues carved out his name as a musician, and followed hot on the heels of an already established skateboarding career. It's not often we can name an artist whose talents lend just as well to the axe as they do to the deck, but it's plain to see on this insouciant jazz/bossa nova collection: Guerrero is one dextrous bloke. With the skate career held firmly in mind, we can easily imagine these numbers as the backing cuts to a fish-eyed trickstyle video; it's a great testament to the pure joy of music-making too, with Guerrero insisting: "it was never meant to be released. I was just recording for the fun of it - still my fave. Oh so naive!"
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Foreverland
Cat: CJA 0640. Rel: 05 Apr 24
Find Your Peace (feat Common, Robert Glasper & Jean Baylor) (7:30)
Beautiful Fat (feat PJ Mortan) (3:27)
The Intellectual (6:36)
Foreverland (feat Laura Mvula & Chris Dave) (7:19)
Well Walk Now (Preseverance) (4:57)
Don't Lie (feat Malaya) (4:22)
Paranoid (1:21)
Gotta Go (Outer Space) (3:17)
Pictures (4:46)
Peace Beyond (1:08)
Review: When Keyon Harrold lists the influences that he turned to during the creation of his rich and evocative new album Foreverland, he cites the likes of Radiohead, Fleet Foxes, Fela Kuti, John Coltrane, and, for a second, he becomes vulnerable; the list is too basic, too serious-music-listener-starter-pack. But, out of that moment of insecurity, he spins an indelible flex: "You are what you eat, and I have a pretty strict diet in dope shit. Taking in Keyon Harrold's career to-date, it's clear that the 'world-class trumpeter' (Essence) and composer is very serious about that diet. He's a jazz musician but in the most expansive sense, working with a list of dream collaborators: generational legends Keith Richards and Diana Ross; rap stars like Mac Miller and Nas; neo-soul icons Erykah Badu and D'Angelo; and modern soul stars Black Pumas and Leon Bridges. His circle of regular collaborators is formidable and includes his music industry mentor Common (who hired him for his first touring gig), his New School classmate Robert Glasper, and GRAMMY winners Maxwell, PJ Morton, Gregory Porter, and YEBBA. Even apart from its compositional intricacies and stylistic innovations, Foreverland is a triumph of resilience and empowerment. "What will be said when you're gone?", says Keyon. "If you're not living life - getting beat up, getting your heart broken, winning, losing - what are you doing? What about your life can people learn from? If you don't put yourself in the ring sometimes, there won't be anything." On Foreverland, Keyon takes life's challenges head-on - and emerges, in both music and in life, with a renewed sense of purpose.
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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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Sound Vagabond
Sound Vagabond (blue vinyl LP)
Cat: MH 027LP. Rel: 29 Feb 24
Endless Affair (2:52)
Glass Visage (2:54)
Nico (2:54)
Closer (2:45)
Midnight Milan (2:38)
The Violet Hour (2:45)
Cerro Alegre (3:51)
The Grand Intro (2:44)
Sound Vagabond (3:05)
Petra (3:04)
Mumbai Hustle (3:21)
Poppy Fields (2:59)
The Mirror Inside (3:26)
Lumi (3:18)
Review: Thievery Corporation member and co-founder of Eighteenth Street Lounge Music Eric Hilton is here with his latest full album titled Sound Vagabond. With 14 songs in total, Eric gathers his cast experience with fusing genres into a more singular vision on this long player. Fans of Thievery Corporation will definitely feel at home with this, like seeing an old friend. The sounds are crisp, clean, laid back and a perfect balance of a loose fusion yet jazzy and patterns constructed with sharp beats. The creative instruments introduced into many of these are perhaps the most impressive thing about these tracks. It makes this style come alive anew. This album is presented on fantastic looking blue vinyl.
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The Anatomy Of Serene Eloquence
Cat: WAHLP 026. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Bakeren (feat Faye Houston) (4:47)
Bergen Sunrays (feat Selim Mutic) (4:51)
La Psychosomnie (3:21)
O Mar E A Lua (feat Olav Wollo) (3:12)
Den Franske Gitaren (feat Aich) (4:01)
Nada Pode Me Calar (feat Olav Wollo) (4:20)
Rory's Sunrays (3:55)
Don't Fall Asleep (feat Faye Houston) (5:31)
Belle Epoque (3:33)
Den Franske Gitaren (feat Martin Halla) (4:26)
Review: Wah Wah welcome the return of multi-talented Norwegian producer Espen Horne, following a 24 year hiatus. Sometimes, such resurfacings must happen - even after such long periods of time - if only to reaffirm the round-robin integrity of the label. The Anatomy Of Serene Eloquence is thus the logical, LP-form follow-up to 1999's acid jazz single/EP 'Magnetica', which, though released only to furtive acclaim, launched the label's reputation as a pusher of delights. This new one, however, makes for a remarkably different turn in sound, coming as a full-length of ambient, tremolo-ing and glistening jazz-funk verging on hip-hop (though certainly cut from the same cloth as 'Magnetica'). Vocalists and instrumentalists such as Olav Wollo, Faye Houston and Aich are kept firmly in tow, squeezing the icing onto an already spongy, delicious sonic gateau.
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The Light Programme
Cat: EG 11LP. Rel: 27 Mar 24
Veneer (5:11)
One In 7 (5:39)
Night (5:50)
Appearance & Thing-In-Itself (3:23)
Nice Cop: Nasty Cop (1:39)
Magical Thought (9:14)
Maieusis (8:06)
15 Dohs (4:26)
Tranquiliser (5:06)
Review: For the very first time on vinyl comes Presents The Light Programme, Jah Wobble's extraordinary 1997 descent into downtempo and beat science. Released on his now-defunct 30 Hertz label, The Light Programme showcased an excellent cast of musicians, including Can drummer Jaki Liebezeit, Wire's Clive Bell, conga player Neville Murray, guitarist and synthesist Mark Ferda and the harpist Zi-lan Liao. The Light Programme is an intensely effulgent but at times vitreous record, with Wobble seemingly embracing the worldbeat vogue of the time with a keen, albeit naive fervour. When the tracks aren't so clear cut or obviously mixed, things get more interesting; 'One In 7' is the oddball of choice here.
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1978
1978 (gatefold heavyweight vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: BLONDE 065V. Rel: 04 Apr 24
Let's Get It (6:34)
Isis & Osiris (8:10)
Planet Nine (4:51)
Saturday Night (Need You Now) (3:59)
Black Orpheus (Don't Look Back) (6:55)
Dark Side Of The Sun (feat Baloji) (4:35)
Place Of Worship (feat Xenia Franca) (4:11)
For Trayvon (3:47)
38th & Chicago (5:33)
Review: Contemporary vocal jazz favourite Jose James makes a staunch return after a long hiatus, following up 2008's The Dreamer with a brand new album, 1978. Combining James' deep love of jazz and hip-hop with songwriting and production nods to R&B heroes Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson and Leon Ware, 1978 is a suavely smooth operation of handclapping funk and organic bossa nova; it's sonically a meeting of the cosmopolitan collective minds New York to Brazil, bringing Afro-Latin sensibilities to the lyrical and productive form that is gritty hip-hop.
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Could We Be More Remixes
Cat: BWOOD 337LP. Rel: 07 Mar 24
Tojo (feat Demae - Eun remix) (2:45)
Somethings Going On (Miles James remix) (5:13)
Home (Anaiis remix) (3:03)
Ewa Inu (Vanyfox remix) (3:10)
Ewa Inu (Dreamcastmoe's Smoked Out remix) (5:35)
We Give Thanks (Keiyaa remix) (7:53)
Dide O (Ash Lauryn & Stefan Ringer remix) (4:40)
War Dance (Hagan remix) (6:19)
Review: Over a year since the release of their exhilarating debut album Could We Be More, Kokoroko present a new collection of remixes of tracks from their debut album. The record brings together a dizzying, globe-spanning array of contemporary music's most forward-thinking artists including Dreamcastmoe, anaiis, KeiyaA, Eun, Demae, Hagan, Ash Lauryn, Stefan Ringer, Miles James, and Vanyfox. A beguiling slice of contemporary jazzdance lent a fresh modern glitzing twist, mixing old friends and fresh faces alike, while not failing to demonstrate the enduring talents of Kokoroko in equal measure.
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Liberation 2: Instrumentals
Cat: NSD 237LP. Rel: 25 Mar 24
Assata's Code (2:01)
Best Year Ever (1:46)
Air Quotes (3:40)
Nat Turner (3:29)
One For Biz (3:30)
Loop Digga's Revenge (2:38)
Ad Vice (3:07)
Wild Sweet Beauty (6:58)
The Right To Love Us (2:55)
After These Messages (3:40)
Richies (part 2) (3:38)
Marathon Thru Babylon (3:50)
Something Special (3:07)
Assata's Reprise (2:00)
Review: Talib Kweli and Madlib, two hip-hop heavyweights, have reunited for the highly anticipated Liberation 2, an expansive album exploring themes of revolution, love, and pan-Africanism, all set against Madlib's jazz-infused productions. Featuring collaborations with Q-Tip, Westside Gunn, and Mac Miller, the album is a global call for unity. Its thought-provoking lyrics and raw soundscapes showcase Kweli's enduring influence and Madlib's production prowess, paying homage to the genre's roots while pushing its boundaries. This album has been on many people's list as a potential hip-hop album of the year and we won't be at all surprised if that's where it ends up.
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Badly Written Songs
Badly Written Songs (gatefold LP)
Cat: ARC 240ADV. Rel: 09 Apr 24
Good Morning Sunshine (4:43)
Better (3:11)
Oming Back (7:31)
SFS (4:50)
Loving You (3:43)
Was This Love (3:38)
All I Ever Wanted (4:30)
Thinkin' Bout (3:51)
Exit (6:31)
Review: Magic Number is Ross Hillard, a downtempo and orchestral composer whose engineering and bass playing can be heard on an array of releases, most notably for the likes of his own house favourites including Louie Vega, DJ Spen, Kerri Chandler, Lay-Far and Atjazz. Now debuting his first record on the latter artist's eponymous label, Badly Written Songs sounds like a slice of humble pie, but it's actually well-thought out title: in Hillard's own words, "(it's) a tongue-in-cheek reference to how transient electronic music can be." Thus, writing songs in this genre might not have been the most sensible and sustainable idea - but we all love house music, so we put everything into it, hoping that people don't discard it too soon. True to an engineer's tastes, the album is ultra-dynamic and bright throughout, serving up a consistent guest-vocal steeze reminiscent of Charles Webster or Herbert's gravitas.
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Valentia (remastered)
Valentia (remastered) (gatefold 180 gram vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: SIGLP 008RE. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Easy Living (5:34)
Need (4:44)
Table Top (4:20)
Autumn (3:14)
Time (3:07)
My Friend Alone (feat DRS) (4:36)
I Wish I Could (3:03)
Love Is (3:54)
Review: Dominick Martin is best known as stone-cold drum & bass don Calibre, a prolific producer with a masterfully deep and smoky sound. He has also made tech house under his own name, but lesser known is this album
Valentia which was originally released in 2013 and has now been remastered and repressed on 180 gram vinyl with a sleeve containing the lyrics. It was written on the amazing Valentia Island, joined to the west coast of Co Kerry in Ireland by a bridge t and battered by strong winds. Says Martin, "I took my computer and mic with me not knowing what to expect when I got there. In one of the rooms sat a piano, and as my fingers touched the keys I knew there was a story there waiting to be told."
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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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The Great Bailout
Cat: 27980 1. Rel: 07 Mar 24
Guilty (feat Lonnie Holley & Raia Was) (9:54)
All The Money (feat Alya Al Sultani) (4:13)
God Save The Queen (feat Justmadnice) (3:41)
Compensated Emancipation (feat Kyle Kidd) (4:20)
Death By Longitude (5:01)
My Souls Been Anchored (3:28)
Liverpool Wins (feat Kyle Kidd) (2:03)
South Sea (feat Sistazz Of The Nitty Gritty) (4:58)
Spem In Alium (4:56)
Review: Moor Mother (Camae Ayewa) delivers her latest album of import, The Great Bailout, using ironic economic terminology to satirise the British slave trade and its subsequent elision by the history books. A collaborative project that expands her original experimental hip-hop horizon, the likes of 'GUILTY' and 'ALL THE MONEY' hear new instrumental contributions from both canonical jazz artists and fresher faces, be they Lonnie Holley in the former camp and Mary Lattimore and Alya Al-Sultana in the latter. Moor Mother's revision is critical, calling out hidden ballasts such as the V&A Museum as purveyors of historical violence, while indulging a well-thought-out palette: no sound or texture is used here without careful thought as to its signification, whether wateriness to evoke the sense of drowning, or muted cacophony to recall the storms endured by victims of the trade in ships' hulls.
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Ninja Tuna (Deluxe Edition)
Ninja Tuna (Deluxe Edition) (gatefold 3xLP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ZEN 143. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Test The Sound
Music Takes Me Up (with Alice Russell)
Donkey Ride (with Quantic)
Hairy Bumpercress
Whiplash
Nice Up The Function (with Roots Manuva)
Bang The Floor (with Danny Breaks)
Get On Down
Hold On (with Andreya Triana)
Give Up To Get
Kalimba
Zen (with T Skuff & Inja)
This Way (with Pete Simpson)
Stockport Carnival
Fix That Speaker
Bunch Of Keys (5:27)
Rocking Chair (4:23)
Nice Up The Function (remix instrumental) (2:55)
Review: Mr.Scruff and Ninja Tune are both entities that need little introduction. Veterans of the urban sounding landscape they both go hand in hand like peanut butter and jelly. Always creative with naming things, Mr Scruff giving a 'Ninja Tuna' title to this 3x12 is a jammed packed compilation of older tracks as well as different versions of desired and classic Mr. Scruff gems. Included among others are the unique 'Music Takes Me Up' featuring Alice Russell, the addictive quirkiness of 'Whiplash', the funked up, sample-heavy 'Rocking Chair', and the classic 'Nice Up The Function' with Roots Manuva. Mr.Scruff gives us a collection here that demonstrates his amazing ability to make catchy instrumentals while also being elite at featuring singers over his eclectic style. 'Ninja Tuna' is sure to be a favorite with anyone into music regardless of your background or experience in music.
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Spores
Spores (green & black marbled vinyl LP)
Cat: BMM 094. Rel: 12 Mar 24
Vital Signs (2:28)
Children Of The Black Planet (1:59)
Life Forms (4:24)
Strange Life On A Distant Planet (2:17)
Exotic Creatures (3:30)
First Contact (3:09)
Obscure Jungle (2:51)
Warning Signs (3:14)
Followers Of A New Moon (2:30)
Gas Narcosis (2:30)
We Are Alone (3:34)
Possible Danger (3:09)
Unknown Landscapes (5:41)
Review: Proper wackjob broken beat concrete from Miles Newbold, touching down on swampy terrain somewhere suspended between the stark, dub-damaged bruk of Dennis Mcfarlane et al, 50s B-movie sci-fi soundtracks, 60s lounge kitsch, and the close bedroom drum machine soul experiments of pioneers like Shuggie Otis, but avoiding cliche at every turn. Highlights include the opening klang of 'Vital Signs' with its driving drum break giving way to a fantastic planet-esque sea of modular squealings and contractions and the abstract and disarmingly groovy plod of 'Possible Danger'.
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Destiny Replayed By Root Soul
Cat: AHS 69. Rel: 15 Mar 24
Let Nothing Change You (feat Pete Simpson - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (4:27)
Still In Love (feat Navasha Daya - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (5:05)
Sun Will Rise (feat Diviniti - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (5:13)
Destiny (feat N'Dea Davenport - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (4:51)
Look Ahead (feat N'Dea Davenport - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (4:59)
Love & Live (feat Navasha Daya - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (4:32)
Deep Into Sunshine (feat N'Dea Davenport - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (5:08)
Holding You, Loving You (feat Pete Simpson - Replayed By Root Soul 2024 Re edit) (4:55)
Review: Deep house producer Shuya Okino shows his class once more on another tasteful outing, this time via the Extra Freedom/Village Again labels out of Japan. For this one he revisits his 2011 album Destiny which was made with help from the Japanese funk, boogie and jazz-funk outfit Root Soul and replays and remakes the tunes. The originals become more disco-leaning and horn lead jams here with Okino's warm, rubbery basslines, P-funk synths, loose live beats and cute keys. The result is an album that sounds like Earth, Wind & Fire making modern soul and it will improve your life no end.
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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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To The Jungle
Cat: MILS 009LP. Rel: 21 Mar 24
Dubby Loop (1:13)
Itz Kewl (3:05)
Firebomb (1:04)
To The Jungle (1:38)
Triplets (1:19)
Alias (0:54)
Fam In Our Lives (1:04)
Brasilian Gangsta (0:52)
Big Kik (3:36)
Funky Ex (1:21)
Swang (1:34)
Weiss Wood (1:12)
March NRG (2:04)
With The Blend (0:58)
Afriq (1:00)
Future Ideas (2:56)
Skippy White (0:56)
Salty (3:18)
Jumping Jacks (0:54)
Bulldog (1:14)
Motown Sound (0:56)
Workin' It (1:28)
The Only One (1:04)
Tony Vibes (3:32)
Tipster (0:33)
Tape Speed Warp 2 (1:56)
Review: The Madlib Invazion Music Library Series clocks up its eighth entry here and the honour is given to drummer Karriem Riggins who offers up To The Jungle. He is someone who can play the sticks with real conviction and shows that here across another superb album in this series. It really makes use of the chance given to him to stretch himself and create the sort of music he might not dare to otherwise. It has all been created with a view to be ing given one-stop clearance for use in mim and TV and plenty of this one surely will because it is so evocative.
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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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Shabason Krgovich Sage
Cat: IF 045. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Gloria (6:16)
Bruce (4:16)
Joe (4:27)
Old Man (3:45)
Don (3:50)
Patti (3:17)
Raoul (10:04)
Bridget (4:24)
Review: Joseph Shabason, Matthew Sage, and Nicholas Krgovich form a harmonious triangle, both musically and geographically. Hailing from Toronto, Colorado, and Vancouver respectively, they converged at Sage's barn studio nestled at the foot of the Rockies to explore their shared talent for finding beauty in life's mundane moments. Shabason, known for blending late 80s adult-contemporary and smooth jazz aesthetics into ethereal soundscapes, joins forces with Sage, who combines instrumental prowess with synthesis and field recordings to evoke the natural world's whimsy and profundity. Completing the trio is Krgovich, whose observational poetics add a relatable touch to their calm expressionism. Their collaborative album, warmly Shabason, Krgovich, Sage extends the wry and melancholic micro-miracles established in their previous works.
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The Confluence
The Confluence (LP + booklet)
Cat: WAHLP 025. Rel: 04 Apr 24
Ride Out The Storm (feat Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly) (2:50)
Mo Se B'ola Tan (feat Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly) (3:30)
For The Love Of It (4:49)
Ori Mi (3:38)
You Don't Have To (4:16)
E Si M'edo (feat Lizzy Dosunmu) (3:02)
Open Up (feat Snowboy & Sam Eagle) (4:03)
Otito Ti Jade (3:35)
The Rumblings (3:35)
Alagbara Ma Me Ro (feat Lizzy Dosunmu) (3:51)
Stories (feat Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly) (3:39)
Review: Dele Sosimi, UK Afrobeat maestro and former member of Fela Kuti's band Egypt 80, keeps the stylistic flame well alive with his new LP, The Confluence, made in collaboration with The Estuary 21 aka. Sam Duckworth. Sosimi is usually heard focusing on the more eventidal moods of Afrobeat, asking the listener to imagine the genre in a more serene state of flow, in contrast to Kuti's original hip-swaying histrionics; his hedonic rancour. Following 2023's 'The Confluence' EP, the eponymous LP follows and hears the Hackney-born hero and the prolific pop producer team up for a multi-alias exploration, with Duckworth donning his alternate Get Cape Wear Cape Fly moniker many times throughout and flaunting the absolute best of his production chops.
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Shame On Dry Land Syndabocken (Soundtrack)
Welcome Dimman
Kicki
Island
Shame On Dry Land
Follow Me
Fredrik's Gone
Again (4:02)
Body Drop (5:09)
Moped Escape (4:27)
Karema Goodbye (3:57)
Voyeur (1:55)
Follow Him (2:05)
Standoff (2:13)
Reconciliation (3:10)
Love Theme (1:50)
Dress Rehearsal (1:59)
Kill Krum (2:29)
Believe (2:02)
Underwater Love (5:34)
Review: Shame On Dry Land (Syndabocken) is an award-winning Swedish movie that picked up the Guldbagge prize for best feature film soundtrack in 2024. That soundtrack has been written and produced by sometime Studio Barnhus associate and mythical young artist Baba Stiltz. It arrives on vinyl for the first time here and is a dense affair with plenty of esoteric stylings as you would expect of a man with a famously hard-to-pin-down sound. It goes from heavy and dark to airy and Mediterranean and needs to be heard nice and loud for the best effect.
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Samba From Outer Space
Cat: GOR 004. Rel: 08 Mar 24
Junto De Nos (3:30)
Dans Une Langue (4:19)
Flexivel (5:09)
Dan=ca (6:27)
Samba From Outer Space (4:48)
Why Can't We Be Together (5:57)
La Forme D'Un Grand Coeur (5:32)
Review: The second full-length from Parisian dance producer Diogo Strausz, whose grasp on the nascent wave of samba-infused house, funk and Afrobeat flaunts a conspicuous expertise. Drawing on the titular idea of 'samba from outer space' - where dance music is a wordless, universal language that quantizes people's experience and flushes them of their iniquities - Strausz's point is that dance music pre-dates electronica and that, looked at it in a certain way, all dance music is simply cosmic samba. Whether or not you agree, this is an effortlessly enchanting full-length, feal to every samba hallmark from syncopated clave to two-tone piano riffs, albeit also backed up by robotic samples and FM ows.
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Fusion Moves
Kaidi TATHAM / VARIOUS
Cat: RPMLP 009. Rel: 29 Mar 24
Sebb Junior - "All Of My Life" (feat Paula - Kaidi Tatham remix) (3:52)
The Realm vs Atjazz vs Kelli Sae - "On The Road" (Kaidi Tatham remix) (3:19)
Reel People - "I Want To Thank You" (feat Mica Paris - Kaidi Tatham remix) (4:01)
Daz I Kue - "Pedigree" (feat Hadiya George - Kaidi Tatham remix) (5:42)
Eric Ericksson & Reel People - "Don't Hold Back On Love" (feat Debra Debs - Kaidi Tatham remix) (5:01)
Reel People - "Save A Lil Love" (feat Eric Roberson - Kaidi Tatham remix) (4:55)
AAries - "Don't Give It Up" (Kaidi Tatham remix) (2:47)
Monkey Brothers - "Losin' My Head" (feat Shaun Escoffery - Kaidi Tatham remix) (5:21)
Sebb Junior - "Special" (feat Muhsinah - Kaidi Tatham remix) (4:35)
Tony Momrelle - "Fly" (Kaidi Tatham remix) (4:09)
Review: Broken beat hero Kaidi Tatham steps forth with the first in a series of all-star remix albums of the Reel People Music back catalogue. Over an impressive ten tracks, Tatham sashays between syrupy soul slo-jams, virtuosic broken beat trips, almost UK funky-esque live jams, and acoustic boom bap beats. Percies include the sweeter-than-molasses opening flip of Sebb Junior's 'All My Life', his sassy, stripped-back version of Daz-I-Kue and Hadiya George's 'Pedigree' and a dazzlingly technical re-run of the Monkey Brothers' 'Losin my Head.' With this anthology, Tatham proves that London's broken beat scene continues to flourish, and his boundary-hopping style is as relevant as ever.
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