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123 (edits)
Cat: SOLO 502. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
1-2-3 (Edits) (2:32)
Glass (Drum Breaks edits) (3:32)
Review: SOLO 500 is back on their own self-titled label with the third entry in Galaxy Sound Company's series and again it digs deep into jazz-funk to turn out some killer breaks. Up first is the main theme from 1974's subway hijack movie The Taking Of The Pelham One Two Three and it is one with a funky, jazzy, high-octane sound that has been sampled by Company Flow, Mix Master Mike and many more. On the backside is an edit of a tune from Manfred Mann Chapter Three's self-titled 1969 LP. This one has been famously sampled by The Prodigy. Another great little 7".

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Played by: The Allergies
 in stock $12.25
Destination? Funk!/Camelot Chill
Cat: SCRULSD 003. Rel: 15 Apr 24
 
Funk
Destination? Funk! (4:30)
Camelot Chill (4:52)
Review: This is the third installment in the Local Sugar Diggers Series from Scruniversal in which old and rare records from the label head's friend's collections get reworked and edited. This one is a collab between ScruScru and an equally passionate digger from Cyprus known as Dwaal. Both tunes offer quite different looks but with great results. The first is the steamy and loose-limbed 'Destination? Funk!' with its squelchy bass and neat guitar riffs, while the flipside is a super deep and lush downtempo jam, 'Camelot Chill'. This one has romantic sax notes and gentle grooves with jazzy keys finishing it in style.
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 in stock $11.74
Perceive Its Beauty Acknowledge Its Grace
Perceive Its Beauty Acknowledge Its Grace (gatefold translucent red vinyl LP (indie exclusive))
Cat: 6516811. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
End Of Innocence (2:37)
As The Planets & The Stars Collapse (2:28)
Insecurities (4:36)
Managing My Breath, What Fear Had Become (3:10)
The Wounded Need To Be Replenished (2:42)
Body To Inhabit (7:28)
I’ll Do Whatever You Want (7:41)
Living (3:41)
Breathing (4:27)
Kiss Me Before I Forget (2:54)
Song Of The Motherland (4:46)
Review: British jazz musician Shabaka Hutchings releases his sophomore album 'Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace', set to be another distinctive ribbon on top of his well-decorated jazz career including collaborations with Andre 3000 and being a member of Sons of Kemet. The LP marks Hutchings' return to music after giving up the saxophone a year ago. Here he returns to his original instrumental calling, the clarinet, but a wide array of wind and percussion punctuates his musings. Opening track 'End of Innocence', is a brief and understated clarinet and piano marriage. The reverberation of the keys softly drones behind the masterfully precise clarinet lead, with perfectly placed percussion sprinkled throughout. It's introspective, serene and understated - a supremely narrative feel that only instrumental jazz can give off. This pressing is the indie-exclusive red-coloured disc.
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 in stock $27.38
Silver's Serenade (Tone Poet Series)
Silver's Serenade (Tone Poet Series) (gatefold 180 gram vinyl LP)
Cat: 459532 0. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Silver's Serenade (9:20)
Let's Get To The Nitty Gritty (7:23)
Sweet Sweetie Dee (7:34)
The Dragon Lady (7:02)
Nineteen Bars (6:22)
Review: Blue Note first delivered Horace Silver's Silver Serenade in 1964, adding yet once more to their precious collection of sonorous soul jazz metals. With Blue Mitchell on trumpet, Junior Cook on tenor saxophone, Gene Taylor on bass, and Roy Brooks on drums, the natural scarcity of this serenade is a cultivated one, not spooned; Silver's naturalistic trumpet sounds carpal and easy, dancing brightly against clear, impeccably recorded contrapuntal movements by Brooks and Taylor.
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 in stock $38.07
Live At Villa Maximus Mykonos
Cat: BCRLP 06. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Tsamykonos (feat Warren Hampshire & Ayo Salawu) (5:43)
Kiki's Tavern (For Vasilis) (feat Warren Hampshire & Ayo Salawu) (6:32)
On The Rose Bush (feat Warren Hampshire & Ayo Salawu) (7:23)
Secret World (part 1 - feat Warren Hampshire & Ayo Salawu) (6:40)
Secret World (part 2 - feat Warren Hampshire & Ayo Salawu) (6:49)
Secret World (part 3 - feat Warren Hampshire & Ayo Salawu) (7:30)
Review: Greg Foat and Sokratis Votskos come together for a superb jazz-infused Mediterranean musical trip on Live At Villa Maximus Mykonos that was recorded in a picturesque setting. It captures the essence of a sun-kissed Greek island with its breezy rhythms and soulful improvisations as Foat's masterful piano and Votskos' evocative saxophone intertwine seamlessly to transport you to plenty of tranquil seaside vistas. The duo's synergy is palpable and evokes a sense of serenity and joy with each note from enchanting melodies to vibrant improvisations. This gorgeous album really celebrates the beauty of music to take you to another place.
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 in stock $26.59
Happenings (Classic Vinyl Series)
Happenings (Classic Vinyl Series) (180 gram audiophile vinyl LP)
Cat: 583202 8. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Aquarian Moon (7:32)
Bouquet (8:10)
Rojo (6:06)
Maiden Voyage (5:43)
Head Start (5:15)
When You Are Near (7:40)
The Omen (2:55)
Review: Bobby Hutcherson's iconic Happenings is a mesmerizing jazz opus that even now all these years later still brims with innovation and emotion. Released originally in 1966, the record showcases Hutcherson's mastery of the vibraphone and how he effortlessly weaves intricate melodies with a vibrant rhythmic pulse. Backed by a stellar ensemble including the one and only Herbie Hancock, Hutcherson crafts a sonic landscape that is both sophisticated and accessible. Tracks never fail to captivate with their dynamic interplay and infectious grooves, while reflective pieces are also included to offer moments of introspection. Happenings then is a standout from an unparalleled talent.
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 in stock $27.38
Lady Day & John Coltrane
Cat: AJX 784S. Rel: 09 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Lady Day & John Coltrane (4:50)
Home Is Where The Hatred Is (edit) (3:47)
Review: A year after dropping his acclaimed album 'Billy Valentine And The Universal Truth' with Flying Dutchman and Acid Jazz Records, Billy unveils a fresh take on a soul classic. Recorded at LA's prestigious Henson Recording Studio, alongside producer Bob Thiele Jr. and a stellar band including Larry Goldings, Pino Paladino, Jeff Parker, James Gadson, and John Philip Shenale, he introduces three new tracks. His rendition of Gil Scott-Heron's 'Lady Day & John Coltrane', debuted on Gilles Peterson's BBC6Music, mesmerising live audiences. This special edition 7" includes a unique edit of 'Home Is Where The Hatred Is', not previously available on vinyl.
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 in stock $14.08
Speak Like A Child (Classic Vinyl Series)
Speak Like A Child (Classic Vinyl Series) (gatefold 180 gram audiophile vinyl LP)
Cat: 583203 2. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Riot (4:39)
Speak Like A Child (7:44)
First Trip (5:55)
Toys (5:48)
Goodbye To Childhood (7:06)
The Sorcerer (5:37)
Review: Speak Like A Child by Herbie Hancock is a groundbreaking album that defies categorization, blending elements of post-bop, modal jazz, and funk into a cohesive and forward-thinking sound only to be slotted into a wide spanning genre like Jazz-Fusion. The title track, 'Speak Like A Child', is a standout composition that highlights Hancock's signature piano playing, characterized by its lyrical melodies and inventive harmonies. The album features intricate arrangements and complex rhythms, with each track offering a unique sonic journey for the listener. Hancock's ability to push the boundaries of traditional jazz while maintaining a deep respect for the genre's roots is clear throughout the album. 'Speak Like A Child' remains a landmark recording in Hancock's discography, cementing his status as one of the most influential figures in modern jazz.
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 in stock $27.38
Life Time (Tone Poet Series)
Life Time (Tone Poet Series) (gatefold 180 gram vinyl LP)
Cat: 448321 53. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
2 Pieces Of One: Red (8:04)
2 Pieces Of One: Green (10:43)
Tomorrow Afternoon (7:06)
Memory (5:00)
Barb's Song To The Wizard (7:33)
Review: Hot on the heels of Blue Note's 2024 lineup announcement of their esteemed Tone Poet series - which reissues classic jazz albums for a contemporary audience hungry for audiophile quality editions - comes this eagerly-awaited new version of Anthony Williams' Life Time. A five-piece north star of free jazz and debut record by the expansive drummer, the album held a crucial repute throughout Williams' career as the inspirational namesake of his later band with John McLaughlin, the Tony Williams Lifetime Band. This one, however, pre-empts this movement and instead hears contributions from such greats as Richard Davis, Herbie Hancock and Ron Carter, riding high on the wave of divine-genius-by-proxy after already having performed with Miles Davis at the age of 18. Blast back to 1964 with this ideal free jazz intro.
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 in stock $38.07
Perceive Its Beauty Acknowledge Its Grace
Cat: 650431 1. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
End Of Innocence (2:37)
As The Planets & The Stars Collapse (2:28)
Insecurities (4:36)
Managing My Breath, What Fear Had Become (3:10)
The Wounded Need To Be Replenished (2:42)
Body To Inhabit (7:28)
I’ll Do Whatever You Want (7:41)
Living (3:41)
Breathing (4:27)
Kiss Me Before I Forget (2:54)
Song Of The Motherland (4:46)
Review: Composer and multi-instrumentalist Shabaka Hutchings releases his sophomore LP Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace', building on his increasingly impressive career working with Andre 3000, Sun Ra Arkestra and heading multiple bands - not least the, now dissolved, The Comet is Coming. The album marks the king's return to music, following his abandonment of the saxophone in 2023. Here he returns to his original instrumental calling, the clarinet, but a wide array of wind is on offer. The first single, the opening track 'End of Innocence', is a succinct clarinet and piano marriage. The reverberation of the keys softly emanates behind the masterfully controlled clarinet lead, with perfectly placed percussion sprinkled throughout. It's introspective, serene and understated - a supremely narrative feel that only instrumental jazz can give off.
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 in stock $27.38
Midnight In Havanna (reissue)
Midnight In Havanna (reissue) (7" limited to 250 copies)
Cat: OGR 799R3. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Funk
Midnight In Havanna (5:17)
Kinky Afro Cuban (4:51)
Review: Nestor Alvarez's Midnight in Havana on Original Gravity delivers an electrifying Afro-Cuban instrumental jam that transports listeners to the vibrant streets of Havana. With a mesmerising flute lead and dynamic jam sessions, the track exudes a captivating energy that feels like a theme song for the city's bustling nightlife. The infusion of Cuban soul adds depth and authenticity to the music, immersing listeners in its rich cultural heritage. On the B-side, Alvarez offers a creative cover version of the Happy Mondays' 'Kinky Afro,' reimagined with a Cuban twist. The fusion of Afro-Cuban rhythms and the iconic melody of the original song results in a fresh and exciting interpretation that showcases Alvarez's versatility as a musician. Fans of Latin and Cuban dance music are sure to eat this up.
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 in stock $12.50
Orchestras
Orchestras (gatefold 2xLP + insert)
Cat: 588374 0. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Nocturne Vulgaiew (with The Brussels Philharmonic) (4:09)
Lush Life (4:23)
Doom (4:23)
Rag (4:16)
Throughout (5:54)
Electricity (5:56)
Sweet Rain (5:56)
Richter 858, No 7 (7:03)
Beautiful Dreamer (3:49)
Lookout For Hope (with Umbria Jazz Orchestra) (7:08)
Levees (4:28)
Strange Meeting (6:21)
Doom (6:17)
Electricity (4:08)
Monica Jane (6:48)
We Shall Overcome (4:46)
Review: Bill Frisell's Orchestras, a collaboration with composer-arranger Michael Gibbs, showcases the transformative power of jazz when paired with symphonic ensembles. The album combines Frisell's trio with the Brussels Philharmonic and the Umbria Jazz Orchestra, resulting in a dynamic interplay between jazz intimacy and orchestral grandeur. Gibbs' masterful orchestrations, inspired by Gil Evans and cinematic scores, seamlessly enhance the trio's telepathic rapport. Frisell's signature shimmering sound blends effortlessly with strings and brass, creating a rich and expressive tapestry. Notably, the collaboration highlights the deep connection between Frisell and Gibbs, a legendary innovator in jazz arranging. Gibbs' intuitive writing draws out the trio's spontaneity and pushes them into uncharted territory. Frisell and Gibbs' mutual admiration and influence create a palpable energy throughout the album, showcasing the transformative power of collaboration.
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 in stock $36.49
Memory In Motion
Cat: HRLP 008. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Meanderthal (4:10)
The Long Haul (3:56)
Chasing Fantasies (5:26)
Rolling On A High (feat Doc Brown) (3:24)
Take A Minute (2:46)
Fuffle Kershuffle (4:42)
Snakebite Playfight (4:43)
Net Zero (3:26)
Enigma (live In Paris) (6:55)
Review: While rooted in the quintessential sound of the late 1950s and early 1960s, UK jazz ensemble The Jazz Defenders explore fresh territory while honouring their jazz heritage on their third album, Memory In Motion. Tracks like 'Chasing Fantasies' and 'Fuffle Kerfuffle' showcase their swing jazz finesse, while 'Meanderthal' and 'Snakebite Playfight' infuse soulful grooves akin to 1960s jazz legends. Collaborations with UK rapper Doc Brown on 'Rolling On A High' and the uptempo funk of 'Net Zero' add modern flair, while introspective moments like 'Take A Minute' and the closing 'Enigma' offer a serene balance. Memory In Motion celebrates jazz's legacy and innovation, blending tradition with contemporary influences for an immersive listening experience.
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Mobius (reissue)
Cat: BEWITH 150LP. Rel: 16 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Blue Trane (10:09)
Soho (10:35)
Off Minor (7:48)
The Maestro (6:18)
Road Island Red (5:41)
Review: Cedar Walton's Mobius, originally released in 1975 and now reissued here, remains a compelling testament to the fusion of jazz, funk, and rock. The album exudes a vibrant energy that transcends genres, blending intricate melodies with dynamic rhythms in a seamless cornucopia of sound. Walton's masterful compositions and arrangements take listeners on a journey through a sonic landscape rich with improvisation and groove. Tracks like 'Blue Trane' showcase his prowess as both a pianist and a composer, with its infectious funk-infused rhythms and mesmerizing chord progressions. Throughout the album, Walton's ensemble delivers stellar performances, with each musician contributing to the overall precision and creativity. The fusion of jazz, funk, and rock elements creates a captivating listening experience that is both timeless and innovative.
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Played by: DJ ROCCA
 in stock $30.76
Acid Jazz Funk
VARIOUS
Cat: IRM 1483. Rel: 19 Apr 24
 
Funk
Black & Brown - "Cool Affair" (5:23)
The Last Minister - "Groovy-Era" (6:11)
Bossa Nostra - "Kontaminazione II" (4:57)
Jerome Van Rossum - "The Phunky Bishop" (4:47)
LTJ Xperience - "No Rhyme No Reason" (feat Jackson Sloan - Pluton Kids remix) (5:50)
Funky Destination - "Only The Strongest" (5:41)
Man Sueto - "Argentina" (4:31)
Live Tropical Fish - "Butt" (3:48)
The Smoke Orchestra - "Funky Destination" (3:20)
Vito Lalinga aka Vi Mode Inc Project - "Afrodite" (Lego cut edit) (5:09)
Lo Greco Bros & Fusion Funk Foundation - "Celebrations" (5:14)
Soul Jazz Unit - "Your Is The Light" (5:05)
Jestofunk - "Pfunk Station" (5:11)
Anduze - "Stone Cold Lover" (4:07)
Capiozzo & Mecco - "Whisky Go Go" (4:48)
Gazzara - "Keep Yourself Together" (5:06)
Review: One of many of IRMA Records' jazz-funk compilations, Acid Jazz Funk is a sixteen-track compilation full of delights; but should not be confused with many of their prior, albeit similarly titled titles, including Acid Jazz & Funky Grooves and Acid Jazz Classics. Clearly, we're in the presence of connoisseurs; cuts from Black & Brown, Funky Destination, The Smoke Orchestra and Jestofunk appear as standouts on this as-ever supremely selected V/A on 2xLP, once more centring on the tasteful proclivities of the c.1990 Bolognan dance music fan; their preference for hard breaks and quiet-stormed funk calms overlaid.
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 in stock $33.11
Black Survival: The Sahel Concert At Town Hall
Cat: PLP 8059. Rel: 15 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Black Survival (5:02)
Black Survival - Here & Now (3:42)
Sahel (4:06)
Black Survival - Crisis (3:38)
Dialogue (6:03)
Relief (5:00)
Black Survival - Prologue (1:21)
Review: American jazz drummer Roy Brooks lit a fire under his career when he joined the Horace Silver Combo in the early 1960s; such was the foot in the door that it allowed him to join a multitude of later bands and projects of esteem, including those led by Stanley Turrentine, Yusef Lateef and Charles Mingus. Perhaps it was this early exposure to multiplicity that saw to his incredible collective magnum opus (by then having formed his own band, the Artistic Truth), Black Survival, a live album recorded in 1974 that outwardly heard Brooks' then newfangled sense of spirituality at the time, not to mention his anti-war thematic focus, overflows of emotion, and glorious monologues in favour of peace and unity. One for the spiritual jazz heads, we'd say you can hardly call yourself one if you haven't checked this one out.
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 in stock $33.11
New Monuments
New Monuments (LP + insert)
Cat: WJLP 65. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Third Space (9:05)
Farmer's Song (12:24)
New Monuments (13:49)
The Great Lie (8:07)
Review: Amirtha Kidambi's New Monuments is a politically charged fusion of avant-jazz, Carnatic music, and rock that confronts colonialism and oppression. Its dark, psychedelic soundscapes express urgent determination through Kidambi's evocative vocals and the experimental instrumentation of her collective, the Elder Ones. Kidambi weaves personal experiences as an Asian American into her critique of global injustices, using her music as a platform for resistance. Through diverse vocal styles and instrumentation, she highlights the interconnectedness of struggles against oppression. Its grim determination underscores the resilience of the downtrodden, their march toward a future where their voices and rights are recognized.
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 in stock $27.38
Riviera
Riviera (LP)
Cat: SCLP 533. Rel: 18 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Clube (3:07)
As Vezes (3:45)
Carnaval Primeiro (3:24)
Coragem (3:15)
Noite Secreta (2:32)
Vento Doce (3:30)
Alma De Turista (3:00)
Luz Da Bahia (3:40)
Golpe Fatal (3:24)
Mar (2:51)
Lagrima (4:24)
Domingo (2:53)
Review: Schema Records presents Riviera, Toco's anticipated album, on vinyl here and coming a decade since Memoria. Riviera showcases diverse influences and meticulous production across a serious of lush and soothing jazz sounds with a Latin bent. With collaborations and guest appearances, including label-mate Gianluca Petrella, the album pays homage to Toco's roots: Sao Paulo's Riviera neighbourhood and Italy's Riviera Ligure. It embodies his songwriting, blending pop, lyricism, and uplifting emotions and draws from samba and bossa nova traditions. Reflecting on childhood memories and cultural fusion, Riviera offers a musical mosaic of joy and pain and captures another fine artistic evolution from Toco.
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 in stock $31.02
Bright Sparkling Light (Japanese Edition)
Bright Sparkling Light (Japanese Edition) (12" + MP3 download code in spot-varnished sleeve with obi-strip)
Cat: GONDEPJ 63. Rel: 15 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Bright Sparkling Light (7:38)
Newborough Forest (7:02)
The Tide & The Moon (9:58)
Review: Matthew Halsall initially crafted Bright Sparkling Light as an exclusive for his 2023 EU and UK tour. He then decided to put it out on vinyl and has now put together this special Japanese Edition which features its three exquisite suites, each averaging seven to ten minutes. Halsall's affinity for hypnotic drones, tenor sax progressions intertwined with lush flute loops and evocative depictions of Newborough Forest shine through here on an album that beautifully bridges the transition from dewy morning to creeping crepuscule. It's a natural, organic soundtrack from one of jazz finest contemporary talents.
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 in stock $46.40
Perceive Its Beauty Acknowledge Its Grace
Cat: 6505035. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
End Of Innocence
As The Planets & The Stars Collapse
Insecurities
Managing My Breath, What Fear Had Become
The Wounded Need To Be Replenished
Body To Inhabit
I’ll Do Whatever You Want
Living
Breathing
Kiss Me Before I Forget
Song Of The Motherland
Review: Shabaka Hutchings' Perceive Its Beauty is a profound and meditative musical journey that celebrates the richness and grace of African culture. Through a diverse ensemble of renowned musicians, Hutchings invites us to immerse ourselves in a sonic landscape that evokes the beauty and bounty of the Motherland. The album's meditative quality stems from the restraint and collective nature of its creation. The instruments seem to float effortlessly, creating a sonic cloud that carries echoes of Afro-Asian music and the tranquil sounds of nature. Yet, within this understated atmosphere, individual brilliance shines through. The artistry of Jason Moran on the piano and the ethereal voices of Moses Sumney and Eska add layers of nuance and emotional depth. In an era often marked by division and disharmony, Perceive Its Beauty offers a refuge of unity and peace. It invites us to transcend superficial boundaries and embrace the beauty and grace that resides within and around us.
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 in stock $13.30
Practice What You Preach Part 2
Cat: SP45 037. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Funk
Practice What You Preach (part 2) (3:09)
Sticky Sticky-Sock-A-Poo (3:39)
Review: 'Practice What You Preach' is a standout track from the German funk band Poets Of Rhythm's debut record of the same name, first released on Soulciety in 1993. After a long hiatus on the albums front before a return to the limelight with a follow-up Ninja Tune LP in 2001, these guys nonetheless remained surely active on the 7"s circuit, which has sustained them since then. Little did we know or predict, however, that there existed a part two to the same track, which is essentially an instrumental version of the original 1993 track. On the B comes a fresh funker formerly released under the alias Mighty Continentals, with the band's Bo Baral laying down a rare solo guitar situation and singing about, well, god knows what.
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By The Phone (You Rang?)
Cat: SP45 043. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Library/Archive
By The Phone (You Rang?) (2:34)
Jaw Breaker (2:04)
Sei Cardigani Di Bali (2:12)
1/4 Cup Of Sunflower Oil (2:03)
Review: Darvid Thor, Henry Jenkins and Hudson Whitlock (of the bands Karate Boogaloo and Surprise Chef) founded the low-key Frollen Music Library in 2021. Now aided in kind with a public release of their works by Spasibo Records, a heartwarming dialogue is facilitated between two isntitutions by way of a new four-track EP. Hand-picking four sweet treats from two earlier releases put out between 2021 and 2022 respectively - 'By The Phone (You Rang?)', 'Jaw Breaker' and 'Sei Cardigani Di Ball' all hailing from the former's Sweet Treats Vol. 1 compilation and the final track '1/4 Cup Of Sunflower Oil' from the following year's The Fretted Neck' album - these tracks are laid-back, nonchalant refractions of talent, across which the aforementioned cycle through said covers of Ennio Morricone, Pierro Piccioni and Piero Umilliani's standout score cuts with ease.
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Souvenirs
Cat: MRI 201CD. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Clouds Moving On The Sky
Ready To Leave
Is It Sunny Or Cloudy In The Land You Live?
Tenkou! Why Feel Sorry?
Ethiopia My Motherland
Where Is The Highway Of Thought?
Don't Forget Your Country
Like The Sun Shines On Meadows
Review: Reissued in the aftermath of her passing away in 2023, Souvenirs is probably the best-known album by Ethiopian legend Emahoy Tsege Mariam Gebru, whose morphing from nun to composer, pianist and vocalist tracks an exquisitely bleak but powerful history. The first album to feature her own voice, the album was written and recorded at her family home in Addis Ababa, and deals in personal themes of loss, homesickness and transience, reflecting on Emahoy's experiences of the turmoil of the 1976 Red Terror in Ethiopia, in which the provisional Derg military dictatorship violently suppressed the rise of other competing revolutionary militia groups, and in so doing caused mass upheavals and migrations. With lyrics sung in Amharic and overlaid against uniquely mournful DIY instrumentations, Mississippi's CD reissue reminds us of its heart-warmer status, betraying Emahoy's deep familial fidelity and integrity.
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Togo Soul Volume 2 (remastered)
VARIOUS
Cat: HC 79LP. Rel: 10 Apr 24
 
International
Ali Bawa - "Yansama" (3:51)
Napo De Mi Amor - "Kissakpiou" (4:03)
Alognon Degbevi - "Baba Na Mi" (3:15)
Mamo Lagbema - "Fati Waka" (4:48)
Koffi Ottytana Bebli - "Doka" (4:14)
Gregoire Lawani - "Habie" (3:39)
Deg Dos - "The End Of All" (3:23)
Tomede Ehue - "Bella Bello" (3:44)
Mawuli Decker - "Hlomede" (7:58)
Palete Wawa - "Assini" (6:00)
Akofa Akoussah - "Sumga Na Bacci" (3:25)
Roger Damawuzan - "Misiqui" (7:03)
Agboti - "Agaza Gbona" (4:48)
Review: Togo Soul 2 is a fantastic compilation of rare Togolese recordings spanning 1974 to 1989. This treasure trove captures the essence of Lome's vibrant music scene and blends traditional voodoo chants, soul, and electro funk. Despite challenges in locating tracks and rights holders, after eight years of perseverance, 13 gems were selected with the guidance of Roger Damawuzan. Featuring stars like Akofa Akoussah and Gregoire Lawani, these tracks showcase Togo's rich musical landscape amid political influences. With original albums commanding high prices online, this selection offers a glimpse into a golden era of Togolese music, celebrating diversity and innovation.
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Tags: Afrobeat | Afro Funk
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Altera Vita
Cat: BBE 779ACD. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Blank Slate
You See
Touch
Hear Me
Breathe
Another Life
Review: BBE has delivered something of a future classic here, as decorated Eastern European harpist Alinha Bzhezhinska and British tenor saxophonist Tony Kofi join forces on a picturesque full-length excursion dedicated to the memory of spiritual jazz maestro Pharoah Saunders. It's a genuinely unique and hugely evocative affair, with Kofi's meandering, mesmeric melodies and inspired improvisations snaking in and out of Bzhezhinska's dreamy harp motifs and melodic percussion instruments (think bells, marimbas, vibraphone, xylophone and so on). It's not a familiar musical palette, but it's one that consistently delivers - and then some. Our picks of a very strong bunch include lucid opener 'Tabula Rasu - Blank Slate', the exotic and psychedelic 'Audite Me - Hear Me', and the picturesque, meditative closing cut, 'Altera Vita - Another Life'.
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Played by: Pete Haigh
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Mythical River
Mythical River (clear vinyl LP limited to 300 copies (indie exclusive))
Cat: RLP 3235CLEAR. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Solitude In Limbo (#2) (1:28)
Mythical River (7:57)
Party Among The Stars (6:19)
Chamber Of Silence (2:43)
Heading For Desolate Wastelands (5:53)
Star Cluster Detective (4:44)
Cavern Of The Red Lion (5:07)
Solitude In Limbo (#1) (1:32)
Review: Keyboardist Stale Storlokken leads the trio through six stellar compositions, showcasing hypnotic, magical, and razor-sharp polyrhythms. The album - the follow up to their acclaimed album Arrival of The New Elders - maintains the band's signature groovy mix of high-energy rock and power jazz while incorporating more structure and reflection and displaying a more diverse and mature approach. Recorded and mixed by producer Mattias Glava, Mythical River solidifies Elephant9's position as a contemporary, timeless and futuristic band.
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The Fox
The Fox (180 gram vinyl LP)
Cat: CRF 1436851. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
The Fox (5:36)
Mirror-Mind Rose (6:32)
One Second, Please (5:53)
Sims A-Plenty (6:17)
Little Chris (5:11)
One Down (7:26)
Review: Originally released in 1960, Harold Land's Fox has not been reissued since 1969; this Craft Recordings reissue is long overdue. The tenor saxophonist delivers six fast-paced hard bop dazzlers here, flaunting an ultra-speedy take on the already high-velocity sound. Aside from the obvious talents of Land, the listener will be equally impressed by the inclusion of St. Elmo Hope in the Land band as pianist, lending an extra-special dimension to this challenging, whimsical, but still breezy album.
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Village Hassle
Cat: SP45 040. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Village Hassle (4:00)
Monthly Rainfall (4:31)
Review: Spasibo Records present a fresh 7" by the Vicious Seeds, hailing from St. Petersburg. With vibraphonist Pavel Chizhik taking centre stage (Chizhik isn't usually a member of the band), 'Village Hassle' makes for a cleverly collaborative rare groove and instrumental reggae-soul release. The titular A-side flaunts Chizhik's vibraphone via the mix alone, fleshing out its low-end elements against a driven instrumental backbeat; 'Monthly Rainfall', meanwhile, goes for all-out slow-jammed soul by way of cross-sticked snares and offbeat chord plucks run through short-release springs.
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Adventures Begin
Cat: SP45 049. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Adventures Begin (3:18)
Estrellas (3:38)
Review: The Great Revivers is a funk and library band with a focus on organ laced grooves that hails from Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was formed around a decade or so ago from members of bands Wake&Bake! and The Reggaenauts and has put out a steady stream of very danceable 7"s since then. 'Adventures Begin' is their latest and it comes on the Spasibo label with lashing of loquacious saxophone and some nice loose, live drumming. Flip it over for something more laid back and starry eyed - 'Estrellas' has a soothing late night feel and brims with musicality.
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Hit Em Like Ali
Hit Em Like Ali (limited brown & grey marbled vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 031 BROWN/GREY. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Funk
Hit Em Like Ali (3:30)
Hit Em Like Ali (instrumental) (3:30)
Review: Originally part of the 2014 album I Hope You'll Be Very Unhappy Without Me, 'Hit 'Em Like Ali' stands out as a vibrant and infectious track in Australian artist Chelsea Wilson's collection. Its energetic and riotous vibe has earned it a place as an unheralded modern deep funk classic. Spasibo Records now grants it a well-deserved single release on nice coloured vinyl. Co-produced by Jake Mason of Cookin' On 3 Burners, the heavyweight instrumental backing track, making its debut on the flip side, showcases Melbourne's top funk musicians. With blistering breakbeats, heavy horns, flanged guitars, and weighty bass, it's a track designed to captivate.
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Practice What You Preach Part 2
Practice What You Preach Part 2 (limited yellow vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 037YELLOW. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Funk
Practice What You Preach Part 2 (3:11)
Sticky Sticky-Sock-A-Poo (3:39)
Review: German funk act The Poets Of Rhythm have more than left their mark on a scene that wasn't so popular back in their heyday. They have got plenty of great albums to explore and several superb singles, of which this is one. 'Practice What You Preach' is a track from their debut album released on Soulciety in 1993. Despite a hiatus from albums until their return with a Ninja Tune LP in 2001, the band remained active in the 7"s circuit. Surprisingly, a part two to the same track exists, serving as an instrumental version of the original 1993 release. On the B-side, a fresh funk track, previously released under the alias Mighty Continentals, features Bo Baral delivering a rare solo guitar performance alongside ambiguous lyrical content.
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Eden Beach Club
Eden Beach Club (gatefold heavyweight vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: HS 254VL. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Arrivee & Welcome (5:29)
Serpent Kaa (4:16)
Eden (4:49)
Singing (4:27)
We Try (4:00)
Meilleur (with Jeanne Added) (4:48)
Luxe, Calme & Volupte (4:09)
Globules Rouges (with Pupajim) (3:38)
La Marche Des Animaux (6:16)
Dance For Eternity (with Laetitia N'diaye) (3:06)
Review: Laurent Bardainne and Tigre d'Eau Douce's third album, EDEN BEACH CLUB, transports listeners to a sun-drenched paradise and was conceived as an imaginary soundtrack to a day by the sea. Following the triumph of Bardainne's Hymne au soleil album, they set their sights higher and here have crafted a sonic oasis that defies boundaries. Returning to their winning formula, the album seamlessly blends groove, soul, jazz, and electronic elements as each track invites you to lose yourself in a breezy and beachy dance as you celebrate an eternal sunset tinged with electric energy. The album is brimming with sophisticated and laid back melodies and gently persuasive grooves.
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Move On Up
Move On Up (limited gold vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 036 SILVER HONEY. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Funk
Move On Up (5:02)
Wait A Minute (3:40)
Review: The Soul Surfers & Shawn Lee have linked their creative energies once more with a new pair of singles for the cultured Spasibo Records. Both tracks on this limited gold vinyl were recorded in 2018. One was captured at Moscow's Magnetone studio during Lee's visit for the premiere of a movie documenting his prior recording with The Soul Surfers, and the other was recorded remotely with The Soul Surfers at their Nizhniy Novgorod headquarters and Lee at his London studio, The Shop. The collaboration is a fruitful one with two sublime and timeless funk cuts featuring some bittersweet replaying of classic melodies.
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Mythical River
Cat: RLP 3235. Rel: 11 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Solitude In Limbo #2 (1:37)
Mythucal River (7:57)
Party Among The Stars (6:13)
Chamber Of Silence (2:52)
Heading For Desolate Wastelands (5:54)
Star Cluster Detective (4:44)
Cavern Of The Red Lion (5:08)
Solitude In Limbo #1 (1:32)
Review: Elephant9: previous album, Arrival of The New Elders, showcased a diverse and contemplative side of the trio while maintaining their signature grooves and adopting a more structured approach. The album received widespread acclaim for its seamless collaborative qualities. New record Mythical River follows in the same vein, featuring six stellar compositions by keyboard virtuoso Stale Storlokken and complemented by cosmic interludes. From hypnotic enchantment to precise polyrhythms, the album showcases the trio's continued excellence while drawing comparisons to bands from the 60s, although Elephant9's sound remains contemporary, timeless and even futuristic.
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Village Hassle
Village Hassle (limited yellow & green 7")
Cat: SP45 040YELLOW GREEN. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Village Hassle (4:03)
Monthly Rainfall (4:30)
Review: Spasibo Records introduces a new 7" vinyl by St. Petersburg outfit the Vicious Seeds, this time on yellow and green wax. In an unconventional move, vibraphonist Pavel Chizhik takes the spotlight and the result is that he truly enhances the band's signature sound. 'Village Hassle' offers a unique blend of rare groove and instrumental reggae-soul - the A-side highlights Chizhik's vibraphone prowess, intertwining it with a dynamic instrumental backbeat. On the flip side, 'Monthly Rainfall' delves into a soulful journey, characterized by cross-sticked snares and offbeat chord plucks which create an atmosphere reminiscent of slow-jammed soul with a contemporary twist.
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Adventures Begin
Adventures Begin (limited yellow & red marbled vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 049YR. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Jazz
Adventures Begin (3:15)
Estrellas (3:38)
Review: Spasibo Records has been busy lining up plenty of great funk sounds that all seem to be dropping at once. One of them is this limited yellow and red marbled vinyl from The Great Revivers. The band hail from St Petersburg in Russia and these two instrumental tunes are perfect examples of their lush library funk sound. Both were recorded pre-pandemic back in 2019 at a vintage studio in an old church. The organs really shimmer and bring the heat to opening cut 'Adventures Begin' while 'Estrellas' dial down into a more late night and intimate atmosphere before the funky breaks and neat guitar riffs come on with full force.
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Barefoot Adventure (Soundtrack) (reissue) (B-STOCK)
Cat: IMPX 60481 (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
 
Soundtracks
Barefoot Adventure (4:13)
Shoeless Beach Meeting (4:08)
Jungle Cruise (4:47)
How High The Makaha (3:14)
Well, 'Pon My Soul (4:16)
Ala Moana (2:16)
Bruce Is Loose (3:26)
Dance Of The Sea Monsters (4:11)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***


Impex Records is shares a new, audiophile-quality LP release of Bud Shank's pivotal 1961 classic, Barefoot Adventure. With original compositions arranged by Shank for Bruce Brown's surf film of the same name, this is a swinging, hard-driving jazz session by six top-flight musicians at the height of their careers: Bud Shank (alto and baritone), Bob Cooper (tenor), Carmell Jones (trumpet), Dennis Budimir (guitar), Gary Peacock (bass), Shelly Manne (drums). The original Pacific Jazz recording features excellent sonics and showcases Shank at his most adventurous, toying with an advanced confidence and sophistication. Remastered and cut to lacquer by Kevin Gray from the original 1961 analogue master tape, this ultimate vinyl edition of Barefoot Adventure will satiate the most demanding audiophile and jazz enthusiast alike!
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Bossa & Groove (Soundtrack) (B-STOCK)
Bossa & Groove (Soundtrack) (B-STOCK) (translucent red vinyl LP + insert)
Cat: VMLP 258 (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
 
Soundtracks
Ad Ogni Costo: Punto E Basta (2:56)
4 Mosche Di Velluto Grigio (titles) (3:14)
Citta Violenta: Svolta Definitiva (4:38)
Come Imparai Ad Amare Le Donne: Pioggia Sul Tuo Viso (#3) (2:27)
Il Successo: Per Vittorio (Bossa) (4:06)
Il Giardino Delle Delizie: Adonai (3:01)
Uccellacci E Uccellini: Scuola Di Ballo Al Sole (2:33)
Metti Una Sera A Cena (4:16)
Cosa Avete Fatto A Solange?: Ostinazione Al Limone (2:27)
E La Donna Creò L’uomo: Donnabossa (2:59)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***


Over the course of his long and successful career, Ennio Morricone composed many dance songs in step with the fashions of the late 60s and early 70s. These were themes not necessarily directly connected with his films' synopses, but which were nonetheless played in disco clubs, on jukeboxes, turntables and on the radio. This collection contains a selection of pieces such as the brilliant main theme from Grand Slam (1967); the shake rock (opening credits) from Dario Argento's classic Four Flies On Grey Velvet (1971) the danceable from the noir film Violent City (1970); the beat version of the opening credits of 'Pioggia Sul Tuo Viso' by the Sorrows, from How I Learned to Love Women (1966); 'Per Vittorio (Bossa)', an elegant bossa nova with flute and percussions from The Success (1963); the tribal shake from I Cantori Moderni, which winks at the dies irae from Garden of Delights (1967); 'Scuola di Ballo al sole', a wild surf piece from the Hawks and the Sparrows (1966); the supreme bossa nova from One Night at Dinner (1969) with the super iconic voice of Edda Dell'orso; the shake music of "'Ostinazione al Limone from What Have you Done to Solange? (1972); and 'Donnabossa' from Full Hearts and Empty Pockets (1964), a delicate bossa nova piece with a prominent harpsichord.
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Burn (10th Anniversary Edition) (B-STOCK)
Cat: NRR 006DLP (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
 
Jazz
All Will Surely Burn (6:20)
The Godfather (5:18)
Inner Babylon (5:18)
The Book Of Disquiet (5:30)
Going Home (3:53)
Adonia's Lullaby (4:06)
Song For Galeano (4:09)
Beware (3:40)
The Itis (2:31)
Rivers Of Babylon (8:34)
The Junglist (5:19)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***


Sons of Kemet had already made themselves into stars before they released their debut album. They did so with electrifying live shows all around the UK with each member of the supergroup which is led by clarinetist, saxophonist and composer Shabaka Hutchings with Oren Marshall on tuba and Tom Skinner and Seb Rochford on drums, all coming together to create fresh jazz fusions. When Burn landed a decade ago it took things up a notch. It has addictive melodies that work for both heart and mind and now gets a special anniversary reissue.
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