USD
Filter
Coming Soon
Release Date
74
Not Forthcoming
7
Forthcoming
1
Last Week
2
Last 2 Weeks
4
Last Month
6
Last 2 Months
8
Last 6 Months
21
Last Year
Label
Release Title
Price
Tags
FORTHCOMING
Related releases...
Pre-orders at Juno
This vinyl is available for pre-order at Juno, for shipping on the release date. You won’t be charged until the order is despatched.
We'll keep you informed of your order at every stage, and let you know if the release date changes.
If the price of the item drops before it's released, you will pay the lower price, but if it increases, you'll only pay the price you see today.
If you also include in-stock items on your order, they’ll be charged and shipped within 24 hours as usual.est. release 13 Jun 25 $26.84
(No payment required now - pay when released)
FORTHCOMING
Related releases...
Calm Water
Need To Run
Mowing
More & More
Heart
Animals
Fallen Again
Babystar
Show Me
Someone Like You
Circle Shore
Review: London minimal house innovator-continuator Matthew Herbert teams up with drummer and vocalist Momoko Gill - a self-taught musician with ties to Coby Sey and Tirzah - for a rawly real new record, Clay, as ever drawing on not just the textures of daily life, but also unconventional sound sources. As is typical for Herbert and his discog-wide interest in domestic sounds, we hear everyday foleys and realist samples utilised with efficiency, from kotos to basketballs, as Gill's voice carries across the eleven tracks a disarming clarity, from the layered arrangements of 'Mowing' to the up-close harmonies of 'Heart'. The pair previously collaborated on 2024's 'Fallen' and Gill's remix of Herbert's 'The Horse Is Here', but this is their first full-length release as a duo.
… Read morePre-orders at Juno
This vinyl is available for pre-order at Juno, for shipping on the release date. You won’t be charged until the order is despatched.
We'll keep you informed of your order at every stage, and let you know if the release date changes.
If the price of the item drops before it's released, you will pay the lower price, but if it increases, you'll only pay the price you see today.
If you also include in-stock items on your order, they’ll be charged and shipped within 24 hours as usual.est. release 27 Jun 25 $23.22
(No payment required now - pay when released)
FORTHCOMING
Related releases...
Wulomei - "Takoradi"
Conjunto Ana N'Gola - "Puxa Odoette"
Zeal Onyia & His Music - "Egbe Ne Lueli"
Los Corraleros De Majagual - "Remanga"
Aqui Suena - "Abel Llinas"
Peacocks International Highlife Band - "Igbala Oso"
Pedro Lima Et L'Orchestre Os Leonenses - "Philomene"
The Shoe Laces - "Isitha Somunthu"
Claudio Y Su Combo - "Como Sea"
Pa' Entro Mi Gente - "Angelo El Autentico"
Zaire - "I'm Tired Of Living In The Shack"
Afous - "Anavdhou" (Edna Martinez extended edit)
Zaiko Langa Langa - "La Tout Neige" (Edna Martinez edit)
Erick Cosaque Et Les Voltage 8 - "Ajaccio" (Edna Martinez remix)
Pico Sin Fronteras - "Abel Llinas"
La Calandria - "Como Duele Una Traicion"
African System International - "Amina"
Carlos Diaz Y Su Orquesta - "Tres Meses De Vida"
No Puedes Conmigo - "Angelo El Autentico"
Played by: AfroBase (Radio Chart)
Pre-orders at Juno
This CD is available for pre-order at Juno, for shipping on the release date. You won’t be charged until the order is despatched.
We'll keep you informed of your order at every stage, and let you know if the release date changes.
If the price of the item drops before it's released, you will pay the lower price, but if it increases, you'll only pay the price you see today.
If you also include in-stock items on your order, they’ll be charged and shipped within 24 hours as usual.est. release 20 Jun 25 $13.27
(No payment required now - pay when released)
FORTHCOMING
Related releases...
Wulomei - "Takoradi"
Conjunto Ana N'Gola - "Puxa Odoette"
Zeal Onyia & His Music - "Egbe Ne Lueli"
Los Corraleros De Majagual - "Remanga"
Aqui Suena - "Abel Llinas"
Peacocks International Highlife Band - "Igbala Oso"
Pedro Lima Et L'Orchestre Os Leonenses - "Philomene"
The Shoe Laces - "Isitha Somunthu"
Claudio Y Su Combo - "Como Sea"
Pa' Entro Mi Gente - "Angelo El Autentico"
Zaire - "I'm Tired Of Living In The Shack"
Afous - "Anavdhou" (Edna Martinez extended edit)
Zaiko Langa Langa - "La Tout Neige" (Edna Martinez edit)
Erick Cosaque Et Les Voltage 8 - "Ajaccio" (Edna Martinez remix)
Pico Sin Fronteras - "Abel Llinas"
La Calandria - "Como Duele Una Traicion"
African System International - "Amina"
Carlos Diaz Y Su Orquesta - "Tres Meses De Vida"
No Puedes Conmigo - "Angelo El Autentico"
Pre-orders at Juno
This vinyl is available for pre-order at Juno, for shipping on the release date. You won’t be charged until the order is despatched.
We'll keep you informed of your order at every stage, and let you know if the release date changes.
If the price of the item drops before it's released, you will pay the lower price, but if it increases, you'll only pay the price you see today.
If you also include in-stock items on your order, they’ll be charged and shipped within 24 hours as usual.est. release 20 Jun 25 $31.54
(No payment required now - pay when released)
FORTHCOMING
Related releases...
Pre-orders at Juno
This CD is available for pre-order at Juno, for shipping on the release date. You won’t be charged until the order is despatched.
We'll keep you informed of your order at every stage, and let you know if the release date changes.
If the price of the item drops before it's released, you will pay the lower price, but if it increases, you'll only pay the price you see today.
If you also include in-stock items on your order, they’ll be charged and shipped within 24 hours as usual.est. release 11 Jul 25 $13.27
(No payment required now - pay when released)
FORTHCOMING
Related releases...
Pre-orders at Juno
This vinyl is available for pre-order at Juno, for shipping on the release date. You won’t be charged until the order is despatched.
We'll keep you informed of your order at every stage, and let you know if the release date changes.
If the price of the item drops before it's released, you will pay the lower price, but if it increases, you'll only pay the price you see today.
If you also include in-stock items on your order, they’ll be charged and shipped within 24 hours as usual.est. release 11 Jul 25 $25.18
(No payment required now - pay when released)
FORTHCOMING
Related releases...
Calm Water
Need To Run
Mowing
More & More
Heart
Animals
Fallen Again
Babystar
Show Me
Someone Like You
Circle Shore
Review: A collaboration rooted in intuition, Clay finds UK experimentalist Matthew Herbert and South London drummer-vocalist Momoko Gill stepping into strange, emotionally vivid territory, stretching the song form into new shapes on their first full-length collaborationi a record that's as textural as it is emotional. Built from improvised sessions and strange source materialiJapanese kotos, basketballs, domestic clatterithe music feels both homespun and futuristic. 'Calm Water' opens with uncanny stillness before 'Need To Run' and 'Mowing' introduce a kind of fractured longing. Gill's voice dances above the dust-clouded rhythms of 'More And More' and 'Heart', sometimes like a jazz phrasing exercise, other times like something closer to prayer. Even the more dancefloor-leaning momentsi'Babystar', 'Show Me', 'Someone Like You'iremain intimate, the spaces between notes stretching wide. On 'Animals' and 'Circle Shore', they seem to hover in slow-motion, guided by instinct and restraint. It's a record with no interest in genre boundaries, powered by instinct and a quiet refusal to settle.
… Read morePre-orders at Juno
This CD is available for pre-order at Juno, for shipping on the release date. You won’t be charged until the order is despatched.
We'll keep you informed of your order at every stage, and let you know if the release date changes.
If the price of the item drops before it's released, you will pay the lower price, but if it increases, you'll only pay the price you see today.
If you also include in-stock items on your order, they’ll be charged and shipped within 24 hours as usual.est. release 27 Jun 25 $11.62
(No payment required now - pay when released)
People also bought...
El Hal The Feeling (B-STOCK) (gatefold LP)
Cat: STRUT 226LP (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
International
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
in stock $11.61
People also bought...
Cat: STRUT 345LP. Rel: 01 May 25
Funk
Review: Popularly known to fans as "Ice" - a rare case of hypocorism in colloquial fan band nicknaming - Strut Recordings document a rare record from the vaults of the luminary Lafayette Afro-Rock Band, one that is arguably the closest in their catalogue to the signature sound defining their earlier work. Marked by an especially complex funk rhythmology, this record was pressed contemporaneously with the infamous Soul Makossa and Malik sessions; but compared to their earlier works, Afro Agban pushes deeper into jazz-rock territory. 'Ozan Koukle' has espceially become a known but coveted missing link for turntable taxonomists, who'll thank their lucky stars for the fact that it is now available in full.
… Read morePlayed by: Mukatsuku Records Chart, Craig Charles Funk And Soul
in stock $23.22
People also bought...
Nuits De La Fondation Maeght (Record Store Day RSD 2025) (gatefold 6xLP box set + booklet + insert)
Cat: STRUT 193LPB. Rel: 23 Apr 25
Jazz
Played by: Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $123.67
People also bought...
Artistic Being (Record Store Day RSD 2025) (limited gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: STRUT 483LP. Rel: 23 Apr 25
Jazz
Review: In celebration of 50 years in the performing arts, Idris Ackamoor presents Artistic Being for Record Store Day 2025-a powerful blend of jazz, spoken word and activism. Featuring the voices of acclaimed actor Danny Glover and stage legend Rhodessa Jones, this record captures highlights from the Underground Jazz Cabaret, which was performed during Black History Month 2024 at The Lab in San Francisco. Co-produced by Ackamoor's Cultural Odyssey, the release fuses poetic storytelling with evocative musical textures while reflecting on social justice, identity and resilience. Artistic Being is a profound statement from a visionary artist.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $30.16
People also bought...
Cat: STRUT 051LP. Rel: 03 Nov 09
Jazz
in stock $31.54
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Dance Mania Hardcore Traxx: Dance Mania Records 1986-1997 (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: STRUT 114LP. Rel: 06 Feb 14
Deep House
in stock $29.60
People also bought...
Review: Ice's early work captures a pivotal moment in funk's evolution, weaving together taut grooves and vibrant African-inspired rhythms. Recorded during the band's formative years, the music brims with raw energy and creative ambition. Polished basslines drive the tracks, while percussion bursts with a vitality that speaks to their Parisian influences at the time. Horn stabs and tightly wound guitar lines add layers of complexity, and the occasional vocal inflection injects a sense of urgency. With each listen, the production reveals new texturesismall details that elevate the record beyond its era.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Funk
in stock $25.73
People also bought...
Gilles PETERSON presents SUN RA & HIS ARKESTA
To Those Of Earth & Other Worlds (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: STRUT 125LP. Rel: 28 Oct 15
Jazz
Review: Given the sheer amount of material released by spiritual jazz maestro Sun Ra over the years - 120-odd albums and counting - it can be hard for new listeners to know where to start. Gilles Peterson and Strut have come up with an answer: a two-LP Sun Ra primer, which casts a critical eye over his whole career in order to gather together some stone cold aural gold. Peterson has long been a Sun Ra obsessive, and does a superb job in representing the different sides of his career. Check, for example, the doo-wop sweetness of "Dreaming" (a 1955 collaboration with The Cosmic Rays), the African influenced weirdness of "Adventure Equation", and the outer-space brilliance of "Cluster of Galaxies".
… Read more in stock $19.36
People also bought...
in stock $13.84
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Cadence Revolution: Disques Debs International Vol 2 1973-1981 (2xLP + booklet)
Cat: STRUT 189LP. Rel: 14 Feb 20
International
Review: In the summer of 2018, Strut offered up a compilation that mined the extensive back catalogue of Disques Debs International, a Guadeloupe-based label that showcased the finest music to come out of the French-speaking Caribbean between 1950 and 2000. While that set focused on material released between 1960 and '72, this belated sequel showcases cuts featured on Henri Debs' legendary imprint between 1973 and '81. The musical palette is therefore even brighter, breezier and more sun-kissed, offering up cuts that touch on mambo, rumba, Zouk, tropical disco, reggae and the kind of cross-cultural fusions that belie easy categorization. As you'd expect from Strut, the selections are spot on and the re-mastered sound superb. In other words, it's another must-have release from Quinton Scott's imprint.
… Read more in stock $29.32
People also bought...
Review: Acclaimed pianist Greg Foat is a mainstay of the current UK jazz revival thanks to works on Jazzman and Athens of the North. He draws on soul and library music for his inspiration and serves up lush symphonies that are rich in detail, layer and emotion. This new album, which makes use of pedal steel for the first time, goes even more widescreen in its approach and includes powerfully uplifting tracks like "Anticipation" as well as more sensual and slower groovers and languid movers like "Island Life." It is the sound of an artist and composer at the very peak of his powers.
… Read more in stock $28.76
People also bought...
Cat: STRUT 040LP. Rel: 02 Apr 09
International
Played by: Ennio Styles, Mukatsuku Records Chart, 7 Samurai Tom Wieland freesoulinc, Spacewalker (Balance), AfroBase (Radio Chart), Simone Vimercati, Michael Ruetten, DJ Psycut, Jazzee Loudness, Inner Science, Elitechnique, JC - Here And Now Recordings, Afro Beat Foundation, SHOOK MAGAZINE, DJ Kobayashi
… Read more in stock $21.58
People also bought...
Review: Patrice Rushen's album from1982, Straight From The Heart,' is a real landmark, It now gets presented as a definitive version by Strut. It was made during a period when the original label were striving to make 'sophisticated dance music.' Mission accomplished. This is an album packed with high class arrangements and disco and boogie stylings along with great musicianship. Patrcei's own vocals explore a broader range than ever before, and singles from the seminal album included 'Breakout!', 'Number One' and the most ionic of them all, 'Forget Me Nots'. The album overall had huge success, was a Billboard Chart hit and became a regular source for samples in the world of hip hop and R&B as well as picking up a Grammy nomination.
… Read morePlayed by: Mark Forshaw
! low stock $26.54
People also bought...
Review: Strut proudly presents the first official remastered reissue of Lafayette Afro Rock Band's funk/Afro classic, Soul Makossa from 1973. Originally known as the Bobby Boyd Congress, the seven-member Afro-American ensemble relocated from the U.S. to France in 1971. After lead singer Bobby Boyd returned to the US, the group rebranded as Ice and collaborated with producer Pierre Jaubert, whose credits included work with Charles Mingus and John Lee Hooker. Inspired by Motown's work ethic, Jaubert initiated daily rehearsals, leading to the band's unique sound. Immersed in Paris's African-dominated Barbesse district and frequently performing with Cameroonian composer Manu Dibango, the group evolved into Lafayette Afro Rock Band, embracing a heavier, more intricate Afro-funk style. Their debut album, Soul Makossa, featured a dynamic rendition of Dibango's classic, alongside the intense break of 'Hihache' and the infectious 'Nicky.' This meticulously crafted remaster by The Carvery from the original tapes includes the full original artwork, celebrating an iconic album's legacy.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Funky House, Juno Recommends Funk
in stock $24.62
People also bought...
Review: A Dancefloor in Ndola, curated by East African DJ Kampire for Strut Records' 25th anniversary, is a great example at the broad sounds of classic East and Southern African music. With 13 tracks that span genres like Congolese rumba, South African bubblegum, and Zambian kalindula, the compilation pays homage to the rich musical heritage of the region. Kampire's personal connection to the music, shaped by her upbringing in Ndola, Zambia, adds depth to the compilation. Through her own edit of 'Ririmi Rotsombela' and personal liner notes, she traces her links to the music, creating a nostalgic experience for listeners. The compilation not only celebrates well-known artists but also shines a spotlight on women in African music from the 80s, including legends like Pembey Sheiro, Feza Shamamba, and Princesse Mansia M'bila. It's a testament to the diversity and richness of African music history. With its blend of classic tracks and Kampire's personal touch, A Dancefloor in Ndola is more than just a compilation; it's a cultural journey that highlights the beauty and significance of African musical traditions.
… Read more in stock $25.73
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Nigeria 70: The Definitive Story Of 1970's Funky Lagos (gatefold 3xLP)
Cat: STRUT 044LP. Rel: 21 Feb 13
Funk
Review: Originally released back in 2001, there's a reason why Strut have reissued Nigeria 70: The Definitive Story Of 1970's Funky Lagos so many times; it's superb and totally lives up to the title! if you've not yet indulged in the compilation, this 2012 triple vinyl pressing is the even more definitive edition. With the vinyl now pressed on heavyweight 180g wax, this makes for the perfect introduction into the vivid story of 1970s West African funk. Well done Strut!
… Read more! low stock $31.82
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Cat: STRUT 190CD. Rel: 13 Mar 25
International
Review: Strut continues to explore the vast archives of Disque Debs, a long-running, Guadalupe-based label that, over the course of half a century, released a wealth of music from the Caribbean. In the process, Henri Debs imprint helped launch the careers of countless French-speaking artists while not only showcasing stylistic movements such as zouk, bouyon and merengue, but also bold, colourful and tropical takes on existing Caribbean, Amercian and European sounds. Highlights include - but are in no way limited to - the slowly unfurling, synth-heavy shuffle of Sadi Lancreot's club-ready 'Dou Se Vou Ki Siwo' and the horn-heavy tropical disco brilliance of Dominuque Parol's 'Come On Baby'.
… Read more in stock $12.72
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Nigeria 70: The Definitive Story Of 1970's Funky Lagos (gatefold translucent green vinyl 3xLP)
Cat: STRUT 44LPC. Rel: 29 Aug 24
International
Review: Strut's definitive vinyl edition of Nigeria 70 brings fresh vitality to a landmark compilation first released in 2001. This collection, renowned for its role in popularizing 1970s Lagos music, remains a vital exploration of Afro funk and Afro jazz, showcasing a vibrant cross-section of Nigerian music that extends beyond Fela Kuti's legacy. The reissue offers a rich tapestry of sounds that captured Nigeria's dynamic musical landscape. Starting with Monomono's 'Loma Da Nigbehin,' the album dives into deep, rhythmically complex Afrobeat grooves. Fela Kuti's iconic tracks 'Upside Down' and 'Jeun Ko Ku (Chop 'n' Quench)' highlight the revolutionary funk that defined the era, while Tony Allen's 'No Discrimination' from 1980 exemplifies the genre's evolving sophistication. The compilation's strength lies in its diversity. Tracks like Ofo & the Black Company's 'Allah Wakbarr' and BLO's 'Chant to Mother Earth' introduce psychedelic rock influences, while Joni Haastrup's 'Greetings' and Shina Williams & His African Percussionists' 'Agboju Logun' infuse disco and electro-funk elements into the Afrobeat foundation. William Onyeabor's 'Better Change Your Mind' offers a glimpse into how Nigerian artists engaged with global funk and synthesiser sounds. Nigeria 70 is a great example to the innovative spirit of Nigerian music in the 1970s, reflecting a rich interplay of local and global influences.
… Read morePlayed by: THE REFLEX, Juno Recommends International
in stock $35.40
People also bought...
Review: Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids' Shaman! is a bold and adventurous new record. It is a study in jazz that takes cues from myriad different sounds and scenes. Sub-Saharan jazz, Afrobeat, free-jazz, Afro-Cuban music, spoken word, and more all colour in the tracks which have been written by a large cast of musicians. The album was recorded din London and features Pyramids co-founder Simmons on flute, longtime band member Sandra Poindexter on violin, plus guitar from Bobby Cobb, and three new members from Europe in Jack Yglesias, Ruben Ramon Ramos, and Gioele Pagliaccia. It makes for an expressive but introspective world that draws you deep into its midst, where you will be oh so happy to get lost.
… Read morePlayed by: * Record Breakin' Music *, Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $26.54
People also bought...
Review: Recorded in New York in 1966, Miriam Makeba's "Pata Pata" - her first for the legendary Reprise Records imprint - has long been considered one of the most important and influential South African albums of all time. Strut certainly thinks so and has offered up a "definitive version" that contains both mono and stereo mixes of the album, alongside new sleeve notes that tell the singer's remarkable story in vivid detail. Musically the set is rooted in jazz, but also incorporates sounds, rhythms and instrumentation not only reflective of Makeba's home country, but also nods to American soul, Latin rhythms and calypso (the latter showcasing the influence of her mentor, Harry Belafonte).
… Read morePlayed by: AfroBase (Radio Chart), Kalita Records
in stock $24.62
People also bought...
Duncan BROOKER / VARIOUS
Nigeria 70: No Wahala Highlife Afro Funk & Juju 1973-1987 (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: STRUT 197LP. Rel: 29 Mar 19
International
Review: As part of their 20th anniversary celebrations, Strut has decided to bring back the compilation series that first put the label on the map: "Nigeria 70". Curated by Duncan Brooker, this latest volume in the series is the first for eight years. It's another history lesson, with Brooker largely focusing on exposing the musical links between the music of Nigeria and Benin. You get a white-hot mixture of Highlife, Afro-Funk and Ju-Ju, mostly hand-picked from albums and singles that are near impossible for mere mortals to find. Interestingly, this edition doesn't just contain heavy cuts from the '70s, but also more synth-powered songs from the 1980s, too. As you'd expect, it makes for terrific listening.
… Read more in stock $21.86
People also bought...
in stock $31.54
People also bought...
Review: Dolphin is a new collaboration from UK jazz keyboardist Greg Foat and treasured Venetian ambient maestro Gigi Masin. The album was recorded in those strange years of 2021-2022, as both artists pooled their talents into mutual compositions which they then developed and embellished through the thoroughly modern practice of online file exchanges. There was time for some final recording sessions in person at a studio on the Isle Of Wight, where Moses Boyd, Tom Herbert and Siobhan Cosgrove lent their various instrumental talents to some of the pieces and the end result is a gorgeous, expansive trip through elevated musicianship and patient songwriting - a truly exquisite feast for the ears and mind.
… Read more in stock $7.74
People also bought...
Discipline 27 II (remastered) (Record Store Day 2017) (LP + insert)
Cat: STRUT 146LP. Rel: 04 Jan 90
Jazz
in stock $24.62
People also bought...
Played by: AfroBase (Radio Chart), Afro Beat Foundation
in stock $20.20
People also bought...
Review: Strut Records' release of Inside the Light World: Sun Ra Meets the OVC unveils hidden gems from the legendary Sun Ra's repertoire. Recorded in 1986 at Mission Control studios, these tracks, originally spontaneous and never intended for formal release, offer a glimpse into Sun Ra's cosmic genius. The OVC, or Outer Space Visual Communicator, adds a unique dimension to the music, casting kaleidoscopic patterns onto a suspended screen above the performers. Developed by technological innovator Bill Sebastian, the OVC creates a keyboard-driven light show that enhances Sun Ra's already mesmerising performances. Thanks to Sebastian and Irwin Chusid's efforts, along with mix engineers Sean Slade and Brother Cleve, the session tapes were restored and pieced together, resulting in one of Sun Ra's finest releases. Sebastian's personal connection to Sun Ra's music, stemming from a transformative live show experience in the early 1970s, adds depth to the album's narrative. This CD package includes extensive liner notes and an insightful interview with Sebastian, offering fans a comprehensive look into this captivating collaboration. Inside the Light World is a release you need to check whether you are a fan or new to his work.
… Read more in stock $16.88
People also bought...
Review: Strut proudly presents the first official remastered reissue of Lafayette Afro Rock Band's elusive funk/Afro original album, 'Malik,' originally released in 1974, on Limited Edition coloured vinyl. In 1971, the seven-member Afro-American ensemble, initially known as the Bobby Boyd Congress, moved from the U.S. to France. Bandleader Frank Abel recalls, With lead singer Bobby Boyd's return to the US, the group rebranded as Ice and collaborated with independent producer Pierre Jaubert, who had worked with legends like Charles Mingus and Archie Shepp. Inspired by Motown's work ethic, Jaubert initiated regular rehearsals with Ice. The band, immersed in Paris's African-dominated Barbes district, began infusing African elements into their music, often performing with Cameroonian composer Manu Dibango. As the Lafayette Afro Rock Band, they shifted to predominantly instrumental compositions with a dense Afro-funk sound. Their debut as Lafayette included 'Soul Makossa' and the impactful break in 'Hihache.' A year later, 'Malik' refined their sound with tracks like the percussive 'Conga,' atmospheric 'Djungi,' and robust 'Darkest Light.' Though initially limited in impact, 'Malik' gained appreciation as hip-hop culture flourished in the 80s, becoming a rich source of samples. This remastered reissue, crafted by The Carvery from the original tapes, has the full album and original artwork.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Funky House, Juno Recommends Funk
in stock $24.62
People also bought...
The Fish Factory Sessions (Record Store Day RSD 2024) (translucent blue vinyl LP in spot-varnished sleeve)
Cat: STRUT 343LP. Rel: 04 May 24
Jazz
Played by: Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $30.44
People also bought...
Lanquidity (Special Edition) (LP + poster + insert with obi-strip)
Cat: STRUT 237LPC. Rel: 26 Sep 24
Jazz
Review: Strut's 2024 reissue of Sun Ra's Lanquidity, an iconic 1978 release, celebrated for its fusion of cosmic jazz and avant-garde experimentation. Recorded in a single night at Bob Blank's studio, the album shows off the rich Arkestra's blend of sound with eight horns, four percussionists, and electric guitars.'There Are Other Worlds (They Have Not Told You Of)' stands out as a hypnotic, dream-like piece that subverts traditional forms with its blend of ambient and vibrant passages. The album is a standout in Ra's extensive catalog for its fusion-inspired, freeform approach. The single LP version includes five tracks, akin to the original. Starting with the smooth, cosmic exploration of 'Lanquidity,' is like a celestial mapping akin to an Ancient Egyptian stargazing ceremony. 'Where Pathways Meet' follows with a funky, march-like rhythm reminiscent of a Pharaoh's pep-talk, showcasing Ra's unique fusion of Egyptian motifs and jazz. The groove deepens with 'That's How I Feel,' featuring reflective trumpet lines and intricate solos. 'Twin Stars Of Thence' highlights Richard Williams' celebrated bass with its funky, elastic rhythm. The album closes with the haunting 'There Are Other Worlds (They Have Not Told You Of),' a piece steeped in space music that poet Mama Nzinga likened to a journey through the essence of light and deep space.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $33.18
People also bought...
Cat: STRUT 205LPB. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Soul
Review: Patrice Rushen's Remind Me: The Classic Elektra Recordings 1978-1984 celebrates the unmatched talent of a jazz and r&b legend whose influence extends far beyond her chart success. Rushen's songs, including hits like 'Forget Me Nots' and 'Haven't You Heard,' have left an indelible mark on popular music, with countless artists sampling her work. Despite facing criticism and lackluster label support, Rushen's crossover into sophisticated urban pop paved the way for future R&B and hip-hop hits. This compilation shows Rushen's talents as a musician and arranger, with her production providing the building blocks for decades of musical innovation. Tracks like 'Givin' It Up Is Givin' Up' and 'Remind Me' highlight Rushen's electrifying performances and innovative sound. Rushen's timeless music remains as relevant and influential as ever, cementing her status as a true icon of musical innovation and creativity.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Soul, MiNNA
in stock $31.54
People also bought...
Review: Mulatu Astatke's 1972 album Mulatu of Ethiopia stands as a seminal work introducing listeners to the innovative sounds of Ethio-jazz. Born out of Mulatu's unique blend of Ethiopian melodies with Western instruments and influenced by his experiences in Boston and New York, the album exudes a captivating fusion of styles, as Mulatu's mastery of the vibraphone, paired with organ, flute and horns creates a mesmerising sonic landscape across seven tracks. Straying from traditional Ethiopian vocal-centric music, Mulatu's instrumental compositions showcase his singular vision. The album's reissue provides a deeper understanding of its creation, with additional outtakes revealing the bandleader's meticulous direction and experimentation. Over the years, Mulatu's influence has extended beyond jazz, inspiring artists across genres and spurring renewed interest in his timeless work.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $32.37
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Mizik Maladi: Disques Debs International Vol 3 (remastered) (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: STRUT 190LP. Rel: 13 Mar 25
International
Review: Strut introduces the highly anticipated third volume in the Disques Debs International series, diving deeper into the archives of one of the greatest French Caribbean labels, Disques Debs, based in Guadeloupe. Founded by Henri Debs in the late 1950s, the Debs studio naturally doubled as a record label and ran for over 50 years, releasing more than 300 7" singles and 200 LPs, cementing it as one of the foremost record labels to prize Caribbean music history. Not just limited to Guadeloupean musicians but also Martinicians and Parisians, the likes of Jocelyn Mocka, Mariz, Dominique Parol, Christian Yeye and Alex Rosa make this a thixotropic record, mercurial and restless as it is rooted in forms of zouk, biguine, gwoka and, of course, the nascent electronica. This third volume flaunts the label's dynamic latter-day period, as it interpreted the analog electronic dreams of the 1980s.
… Read morePlayed by: Mukatsuku Records Chart, AfroBase (Radio Chart)
in stock $26.84
People also bought...
Review: It's been nearly ten years since the first release of Orlando Julius and The Heliocentrics' first ever collaborative album, Jaiyede Afro, which did thorough justice to the creative possibilities of Nigerian Afrobeat that arguably haven't been represented so well since Fela Kuti's last releases. Deft rhythms, and loosely-laid-down layers of guitar and horn, ride over each other like harmonious, health-giving backings for life across this short statement of nine tracks. Now reissued via Strut, we're reminded of its spiritual mood of tricky electronics and wahhing ambiences, as it slowly expands outwards into a holistic psychedelia, more than the some of its easily discernible parts.
… Read more in stock $25.18
People also bought...
in stock $31.54
People also bought...
SUN RA / VARIOUS
Singles: The Definitive 45s Collection Vol 1:1952-1961 (gatefold 3xLP)
Cat: STRUT 148LP. Rel: 25 Nov 16
Jazz
Played by: Record Kicks, NICOLA CONTE
in stock $31.82
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Disco Not Disco (Record Store Day 2019) (gatefold 3xLP)
Cat: STRUT 204LP. Rel: 26 Apr 19
Disco/Nu-Disco
in stock $32.92
People also bought...
Hometown: Detroit Sessions 1990-2014 (gatefold 2xLP + MP3 download code)
Cat: STRUT 210LP. Rel: 01 Nov 19
Jazz
Review: Politically charged Motor City jazz collective Tribe has undergone something of a career rebirth in the last few years. The releases they played, produced and put out on their Tribe Records imprint in the '70s are rightly revered, but the truth is that they've made equally as good music since getting back into the studio in 1990 - as this brilliant retrospective from Strut proves. The ten-track set contains both released material and previously unheard recordings, with highlights including a fantastic new version of "Juba" featuring Harold McKinney and his "McKinfolk" musicians, a daring new version of Tribe member Phil Ranelin's "He The One We All Knew" and the spiritual rallying cry that is "Marcus Garvey".
… Read morePlayed by: ISOUL8 (Volcov), Andrea passenger
in stock $28.50
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Disques Debs International Vol 1: An Island Story Biguine Afro Latin & Musique Antillaise 1960-1972 (2xLP + insert)
Cat: STRUT 187LP. Rel: 29 Jun 18
International
in stock $29.60
People also bought...
VARIOUS
Aloha Got Soul: Soul AOR & Disco In Hawai'i 1979-1985 (reissue) (limited gatefold translucent yellow vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: STRUT 133LPC. Rel: 01 Apr 22
Soul
in stock $23.52
People also bought...
In Egypt (Definitive Edition) (limited 180 gram vinyl LP + insert)
Cat: STRUT 266LP. Rel: 08 Apr 22
Jazz
Review: Shut has been busy with a great series of reissues of Sun Ra's historic recordings in Egypt. All good things must come to an end, though, and so it does with The Sun Ra Arkestra meets Salah Ragab in Egypt which was recorded with help from the Cairo Jazz Band and first put out back in 1983 on Greek label Praxis. The Arkestra first met Salah Ragab at the home of Goethe Institut ex-pat Hartmut Geerken when they toured the island in December 1971 and later bonded again in 1983. It was then that they got together for these recordings where they played Ragab compositions, 'Egypt Strut' and 'Dawn' amongst others.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Jazz, JKriv (Razor-N-Tape)
in stock $27.39
People also bought...
Review: This is a special sampler 12" taken from the Various Artists compilation Defend Your Planet that Avoidant Records put out. It features a heavyweight crew of electro mainstays, first of which are The Advent & Zein Ferreira. Their 'Defend Your Plane' is a turbo powered cosmic assault with skewed synths and high speed drums. Assembler Code's 'Line Of Sight' doesn't let up, powering on through sheet metal snares and juddering drum programming and then man like Carl Finlow layers in prickly melodies, dark sci-fi energy and booming bass. Analogue master Versalife shits things down with the shadowy 'SH09.'
… Read morePlayed by: RUSTAM OSPANOFF., Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $33.18
People also bought...
Review: Jazz has always been as much about great collaborations as anything else and that is very much the case with the modern scene. Proving that is Flock, a new coming together of five talented musicians Bex Burch from Vula Viel, Maisha's Al MacSween, Sarathy Korwar, Dan "Danalogue" Leavers and Collocutor's Tamar Osborn. They got together for the first time in March 2020 for a Boiler Room show and some memorable streams during lockdown. Strut Records were listening in and managed to get them in the studio together to try something fresh. The resulting improvised sounds focus on "breathing and listening to each other", explains Bex Burch. It makes for a wild, innovative ride.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Jazz
in stock $19.64
