B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
Lifetime Supply (3:40)
Lonely Wealth (3:28)
The Real Deal (3:34)
This Is For Real (4:31)
Money Drives Me (Crazy) (3:54)
Comfort Zone (3:10)
First One's Free (2:28)
Empty Bed Memories (4:27)
Blurred (3:32)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***
If you don't know (well, even if you do know it is still true), Californian multi-instrumentalist Brian Ellis is Egyptian Lover's keyboard player, and is also a member of Campus Christi with Peanut Butter Wolf. He steps out alone here with a new and outlier funk album that shows off his idiosyncratic style. It is a raw and dense sound that mixes up bold funk and gritty psychedelic soul while embracing the darker edges of both styles. Along the way, Ellis explores themes of truth, authenticity and the pitfalls of wealth while reflecting on the cost of giving away one's heart. Tracks like 'The Real Deal' and 'Money Drives Me Crazy 'capture these ideas with unfiltered emotion.
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition
My Peaceful Place (6:04)
Day Of Rest (6:27)
Eat Sleep Repeat (5:20)
Losing (4:21)
Silver Linings (5:03)
Cascade (5:42)
Begin Again (5:55)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***
Depending on your personal circumstances, the Covid pandemic was either a blissed-out paid holiday or a stressful and seemingly never-ending time of loss and hardship. Both ends of the spectrum are gorgeously captured here by London-based Joy Ellis, who wrote her third album 'Peaceful Place' during those strange weeks. Though a renowned singer, she decided to strip things back to just piano for this record, with long-time collaborators Adam Osmianski on drums and Henrik Jensen on double bass fleshing out the sound. It is a poignant listen from front to back, with all the many different emotions of that time conveyed perfectly, from grief to uncertainty, hope to despair, in one immersive record. The sheer beauty of these songs and the meaning of the melodies stay with you long after they have finished playing, making this a real triumph out of adversity and one that is sure to stand the test of time.
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
Quality Crayon Wax OK (3:14)
The Order Form (5:53)
Shabby Abbott (3:46)
World Friction (7:10)
Wake Up (3:01)
Albert (4:54)
Alkaline Loaf In The Area (4:35)
Collecting Dust (4:57)
Popcorn Baby (Waddle Ya Do?) (3:06)
Aerosol Burns (2:01)
World Friction (single version) (3:33)
Wake Up (EP version) (2:33)
Eagle Bird (1:45)
Quality Crayon Wax OK (EP version) (3:28)
Bod's Message (2:09)
Flora Force (2:49)
Eugene (3:59)
Tame The Neighbours (2:53)
Music Is A Better Noise (3:55)
Moon Town (4:04)
Fanfare In The Garden (3:03)
The Captain (3:18)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***
Lora Logic, co-founder of UK punk band X-Ray Spex, was unexpectedly ousted before the recording of their 1977 debut Germ Free Adolescents. Undeterred, she formed the post-punk band Essential Logic which became known for its angular sax lines and distinctive vocals. Their 1979 debut album Beat Rhythm News (Waddle Ya Play?) reached number 11 on the UK Indie chart. In 1995, she rejoined X-Ray Spex for Conscious Consumer and in 2022, Essential Logic returned with the boxset Logically Yours, followed by 2024's Rekalibrated, featuring diverse remixers. This 45th Anniversary Deluxe edition includes the original album, a bonus album of Essential Logic's 1978-1983 recordings and new sleeve notes by Lora.
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition
Love & Affection (feat WanCee - Marky B remix) (4:13)
This I Know (with Shirley Jones - Filly B Street mix feat Cam Jones) (4:14)
Come Home Tonight (4:58)
Just Say The Word (Nana Neo mix) (4:07)
What You Doing To Me (Nana Street mix) (4:38)
Free Fall (with Poleto Don - 2023 edit) (5:20)
Closer 2 U (Nana West London mix) (4:07)
Higher (JE Heartbreak mix) (4:13)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***
Songs in The Key of E is a new offering the legendary soul man Everis, arriving in limited edition vinyl form just in time for Christmas. It features a number of superb new hair raising soul songs with some top guests too including a pair of award-winning singers, two international rappers, and a cult UK MC and sound system legend. There is an old school r&b tinge to the production and songwriting, with lavish keys and nice fresh beats all topped with emotive vocals that all swell the heart.
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition
Que Bandeira (2:28)
Feira Moderna (2:24)
Cartao Postal (1:58)
Olha O Futuro (2:59)
De Tanto Amor (2:59)
Esperar Pra Ver (2:08)
Tema De Adao (3:17)
So Quero (2:09)
Rico Sem Dinheiro (2:12)
Encontro (2:35)
Por Mera Coincidencia (2:21)
Onze E Quinze (2:04)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***
On Cartao Postal, Evinha offers a deep, evocative collection of tracks that manage to both mesmerize and transport. The Sao Paulo-born singer weaves in elements of MPB, samba, and bossa nova with a natural ease, the rhythms flowing like a gentle tide. Her voice feels at home in every corner of the record, whether exploring soulful melodies or swaying in more jazzy moments. The understated orchestration brings warmth without overwhelming, keeping Evinha's storytelling centre stage. This is a release where every note feels purposeful, quietly drawing you into its layered beauty.
B-STOCK: Slight tear to left side of outside sleeve, but otherwise in excellent condition
Landing Process (1:01)
Lets Fly The Gravity Fighter (4:01)
Lif Eono Ther Planets (feat Paris The Black Fu) (4:11)
Higher Levels (4:47)
The Long Goodbye (4:46)
The Seventh Planet (5:09)
Resurface (5:23)
They're Coming From Everywhere (4:38)
We Never Had A Chance (3:49)
Did You See Them (feat Paris The Black Fu & Mr Remy) (3:08)
We Would Do It (1:38)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Slight tear to left side of outside sleeve, but otherwise in excellent condition***
Robert Witschakowski's tunnel-like focus on the advancement of electro continues apace with this latest Exaltics transmission for Clone West Coast Series, his second album after 2019's II Worlds and his latest since the acclaimed link-up with Heinrich Mueller, Dimensional Shifting. Of course this is electro first and foremost, so the likes of 'Let's Fly The Gravity Together' will hit the pleasure centre of any machine funk aficionado, but even more special is the presence of Detroit Grand Pubahs' Paris The Black Fu offering his unmistakable MC work to 'Lif Eono Ther Planets'. Paris returns for penultimate track 'Did You See Them' alongside Mr Remy, and in between there's an abundance of electro riches to fulfil your cybernetic fantasies.
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition
We Shall See Him As E Is (4:00)
Give It Up To Jesus (3:09)
God Is Big Enough (3:19)
As (4:35)
Jesus (4:50)
Never Be The Same (4:32)
150th Psalm (4:21)
Brand New Day (3:41)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***
The Family Tree's transcendent disco gospel classic We Shall See Him As He Is gets a special and much-deserved reissue here for Record Store Day 2024. It originally debuted in 1979 and since then has grown in stature as a soulful delight that embodies the vibrant gospel disco scene of Baltimore. With original copies commanding prices exceeding $300, this reissue means you can cop it for a reasonable price and revel in its rare gospel charms. Tracks such as 'Psalm 150' and a captivating disco rendition of Stevie Wonder's 'As' are standouts. This one has been remastered and comes on nice on heavyweight vinyl.
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition
Da Starga Tora
Borealis
Alina
Exile
Nussing
Baboobap
Prelude
All Is Changing
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***
Back in the heyday of the Scando-Disco scene, Jann Marius Dahle had a flurry of records as Fjordfunk and under his own name. Rightly recognised by the leaders in that scene, he's been quiet for the best part of 20 years, but now he returns with the stunning, fully-rendered wonderment of "Infinite Zest". This is an album bursting with colour and musicality, as gorgeous instrumentation meets with tenderly executed disco with a distinctly Norwegian mood. From the starry-eyed synth interplay of "Alina" to the noodling funk of "Nussing", Marius Dahle's skill as an arranger and producer is a revelation. A well-deserved, long awaited return to the fray from a rightful peer of Prins Thomas, Lindstrom et al..
Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***
The third volume in the Future Sounds Of Kraut series delves deeper into the experimental realms of krautrock, blending its hypnotic rhythms with modern sensibilities. On this release, Fred und Luna lead the charge with their distinctive sound, drawing from the genre's rich history while infusing it with fresh, forward-thinking elements. The album's varied tracks are a journey through intricate loops, motorik beats and atmospheric textures, offering a dynamic exploration of electronic and psychedelic landscapes. A collection that pays homage to Krautrock's pioneers while shaping its own space in the genre, this release is a must-listen for both old and new fans alike.
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged and surface marks but otherwise in excellent condition
Physical Structure
Little Island
Mustard Pot
Naima
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged and surface marks but otherwise in excellent condition***
George Otsuka Quintet were active in the Japanese jazz scene of the early to mid 70s, led by famed jazz drummer George Otsuka and with a modest grip of LPs to their name. It's been a while since anyone turned their attention to this visionary outfit, but now the stunning, freewheeling 1976 album "Physical Structure" has received the reissue treatment via Le Tres Jazz Club, and it's a good thing too. This incredible session finds Otsuka leading his band down limber, energised avenues of rhythm and groove, constantly skittering from scene to scene without missing a beat. The album even wraps up with a take on John Coltrane's evergreen "Naima" that leaps off the platter with joy in a fitting homage to the original.
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
Manha De Carnival (8:20)
Who Can I Turn To (5:15)
Heartaches (7:47)
Shiny Stockings (6:19)
Everybody's Somebody's Fool (6:45)
Le Coiffeur (7:03)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***
Dexter Gordon's 1965 album Gettin' Around captures the essence of his refined, effortless saxophone playing, coming at a time when he was back in the States after a long stint in Europe. The vibe here is smooth and unhurried, with Gordon's tenor sax at the centre of it all, surrounded by a standout crew: vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson, pianist Barry Harris, bassist Bob Cranshaw, and drummer Billy Higgins. This unique instrumentation really shines, especially with the interplay between Gordon and Hutcherson on tracks like 'Manha De Carnival' and 'Shiny Stockings.' The whole session feels relaxed yet precise, with Gordon letting his sax sing while the band provides subtle yet nuanced backing. Highlights include the gentle swing of 'Everybody's Somebody's Fool' and the more upbeat 'Le Coiffeur,' both showcasing the group's tight but easy-going chemistry. Reissued as part of the Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series, this edition stays true to its analogue roots, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original tapes and pressed on heavyweight 180g vinyl. For fans of Gordon or classic Blue Note, it's a must-have.
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition
On Green Dolphin Street (6:20)
Shadrack (6:21)
What Is This Thing Called Love? (5:52)
Count Every Star (6:15)
Moon River (5:36)
Gooden's Corner (8:13)
Two For One (7:37)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***
Originally dating back to 1961, this record by American jazz guitarist Grant Green wasn't released until 1980 by Blue Note Japan. It features a quartet with pianist Sonny Clark, bassist Sam Jones, and drummer Louis Hayes who all back up Green's distinctive guitar work. Clark's soulful piano also does plenty to elevate this one and the synergy between the two musicians is a standout while creating a rich, harmonious atmosphere. Praised for its beauty back then by highly regarded by critics, in 1997 it was included in The Complete Quartets with Sonny Clark, further cementing its significance in jazz history.
B-STOCK: Sleeve split at the top but otherwise in excellent condition
Just A Closer Walk With Thee (7:23)
Joshua Fit De Battle Of Jericho (8:03)
Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen (6:10)
Go Down Moses (7:20)
Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child (8:56)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve split at the top but otherwise in excellent condition***
Blue Note's Tone Poets series is all about celebrating some of the greatest jazz guitarists, reissuing their seminal albums as a nod to virtuoso talent. Grant Green's 1963 album Feelin' The Spirit consisted of jazz arrangements of traditional African American spirituals such as 'Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen' and 'Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child'. Given the historical weight of the music, it's no surprise to hear Green soaring high as he expresses the songs through his guitar, but as if that wasn't enough he's backed up by Herbie Hancock on piano, Butch Warren on bass and Billy Higgins on drums.
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged, record slightly warped***
Brion Gysin was a true original who left his mark on modern culture when he introduced William Burroughs to the cut-up technique, but he also recorded a swathe of experimental, funk-fuelled releases including the 1983 single 'Kick/Junk'. That single has been expanded into this album for Wewantsounds, which features Don Cherry's trumpet work on 'Kick' amongst many other talented players. It's a freewheeling listen which takes its inspiration from many places, finding space for tender folk experimentation with an African twist on 'All Those Years' and embraces jazz as a vessel for sonic and rhythmic exploration when the moment calls for it.
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
Love You More (6:58)
Night Moves (feat Ruby Cesan) (5:48)
Just Holdin' On (feat Eo) (3:48)
Journey To The Peak (7:06)
Brother Of Mine (feat Vanessa Freeman) (5:44)
Sleek (5:02)
Come Into The Light (feat La Coco) (5:25)
Storm (feat Rachel Clerk) (5:20)
Don't Think (feat Eo) (6:45)
Running Man (1:51)
Give Thanks (feat Arjuna Oakes & Mark De Clive-Lowe) (4:38)
Belo Dia (6:06)
Notes (5:26)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***
]Nathan Haines, the renowned New Zealand musician, unveils his 11th studio album, marking his first solo venture since 2014. Known for his talents of saxophone, flute, and composition across jazz, electronic and dance genres, Haines melds his signature jazz sound with vibrant electronic and disco influences on Notes. This labor of love began years ago in collaboration with the late UK producer Phil Asher, whose influence permeates the album despite his passing during its creation. Featuring guest vocalists like UK soul-diva Vanessa Freeman and emerging talents Ajuna Oakes, Ruby Cesan, La Coco, and EO, Notes showcases a diverse range of voices intertwined with Haines's own instrumental strength. With contributions from bassist Jkriv and electronic jazz innovator Mark de Clive-Lowe, alongside beats by Marc Mac and acoustic bass by his father Kevin, the album is full of spirit and musical evolution. Frank Booker's production on three tracks adds depth, while the acoustic rendition of Rare Silk's 'Storm,' featuring vocalist Rachel Clarke, stands out as a poignant artistic highlight.
B-STOCK: Scratch on the back side of outer sleeve, but product otherwise unopened and in excellent condition
The Tradition (3:47)
Bells In Santa Fe (3:36)
Easier Than Lying (3:24)
Lilith (2:44)
Girl Is A Gun (2:24)
You Asked For This (4:37)
Darling (2:59)
1121 (2:42)
Honey (2:52)
Whispers (2:56)
I Am Not A Woman, I'm A God (2:56)
The Lighthouse (4:33)
Ya'aburnee (3:01)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Scratch on the back side of outer sleeve, but product otherwise unopened and in excellent condition***
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross of Nine Inch Nails have been called into help with the production, as well as some film score composers, on the fourth album by Halsey. The American singer-songwriter and general artistic polymath deals in powerful, emotive pop with driving guitar riffs and big walls of scuzzy sound. They are always evolving and innovating within that framework and this record comes on the heels of their US Billboard No.1 LP 'Manic'. Away from music, Halsey recently introduced a multi-dimensional makeup line for made for everyone and uses her voice to speak up for disenfranchised youth, women's rights, mental health and the LGBTQ community.
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