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Lagos Connect
Cat: HYR 7241. Rel: 14 Dec 21
Lagos Connect (extended mix) (7:20)
Lagos Connect (reprise) (5:32)
Lagos Connect (dub version) (5:35)
Moving Rivers (5:56)
Review: Talented Italian collective Aura Safari features well known Italian house producer Nicolas amongst other fine musicians. They have released a fine album on UK label Church but now head to their homeland's Hell Yeah for a debut EP full of magic. 'Lagos Connect' fuses afro drumming with house beats, lush synth work and glowing melodies to make for something beautifully grown up and musical as well as danceable. After the reprise and dub comes 'Morning Rivers,' a super slinky and seductive jazz-funk number with glowing, golden chords and subtle cosmic rays of light.
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 in stock $14.53
High
High (7")
Cat: TSRZV 42. Rel: 18 Jul 24
High (3:24)
In The Dust (3:30)
Review: Mishell Ivon and Vincent Kwok are back and combining their skills once more with this brilliant bouncy new funk outing on The Sleepers. The first tune on this pocket-rocket of a 7" is 'High', a funky weapon that is high on life and built around well-syncopated drums and a percussive bassline. The icing on the cake is Mishell's vocals which weave in out of the synth stabs and lush keys, all of which are well arranged. Flip it over and you'll get lost in the funk once more with 'In The Dust' with its masterfully rhythmic bassline and more of those buttery Mishell vocals.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Pop Disco
 in stock $17.05
Doggone It
Cat: RS 45037. Rel: 20 Sep 16
Clarence Reid - "Doggone It" (2:51)
Vicki Anderson - "Sound Funky" (instrumental) (2:39)
 in stock $13.98
Lady Day & John Coltrane
Cat: AJX 784S. Rel: 09 Apr 24
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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A Paraiba Nao E Chicago
Cat: BRZ45 061. Rel: 07 Feb 17
Marcos Valle - "A Paraiba Nao E Chicago" (4:39)
Don Beto - "Nao Quero Mais" (2:11)
Review: For the latest volume in their ongoing Brazil 45s series, Mr Bongo has decided to change tack. The two tracks showcased here are from the golden age of Brazilian boogie. On the A-side you'll find Marcos Valle's "A Paraiba Nao E Chicago", a largely overlooked cut from his 1981 full-length Vontade De Rever Voce. While not as instantly as infectious as some of his better-known singles, it's still superb; a breezy, blue-eyed soul cut full of rising horns and sweet Portuguese vocals. On the B-side, you'll find Don Beto's 1978 disco-funk jam "Nao Quero Mais", a superb track that was seemingly inspired by the Doobie Brothers' "Long Train Running".
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Mentira
Mentira (limited 7")
Cat: BRZ 45017. Rel: 07 Aug 18
Marcos Valle - "Mentira" (3:43)
Toni Tornado - "Me Libertei" (3:39)
Review: Two premium Latin funk documents on one limited 45, Mr Bongo deliver once again: Marcos Valle needs no introduction to Brazilian music enthusiasts. "Mentira" is a self-cover as Valle takes his 69 classic "Mentira Carioca" and develops the dynamic with a vocal style that's highly reminiscent of Donovan. Flip for Toni Tornado's Black Rio anthem "Me Libertei". Fusing sleazy rock n roll with jazzy Latin soul, madly this is the first time it's ever graced a 45!
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タグ: MPB | Samba | Brazilian Funk
 in stock $12.58
Go My Own Way
Go My Own Way (bone white vinyl 7" limited to 100 copies)
Cat: TSRZV 43COL. Rel: 24 Dec 24
Go My Own Way (3:46)
Faith (feat Jonny Tobin & Aidan Kennedy) (3:59)
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Sacrifice (remixes)
Cat: SC 7070. Rel: 07 Nov 24
The Sacrifice (XL Middleton mix) (3:50)
The Sacrifice (E live mix) (4:06)
Review: Austin's Vapor Caves enlist funk heavyweights XL Middleton and E. Live for a powerful remix release that brings plenty of dance floor goodness. On the A-side, XL Middleton, who is rightly dubbed the 'Modern Funk King', delivers a high-energy boogie-blast that elevates the original track to new heights. Flip to the B-side and you will find E. Live crafting a smooth, jazz-infused remix with a relaxed, soulful vibe that's sure to win over any right-thinking dancefloor. Star Creature is on a winning streak at the moment and here delivers yet another essential joint for fans of modern funk.
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Loft Classics Volume 10
VARIOUS
Cat: LC 2009. Rel: 27 Jan 98
Lonnie Liston Smith - "Space Princess"
The Brothers - "Brothers Theme"
Matsubara - "Matsubara SOS"
Played by: DJ ROCCA
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Loft Classics Vol 9
VARIOUS
Cat: LC 2008. Rel: 01 Jan 90
Fela Anikulapo Kuti - "Shakara"
Risco Connection - "Ain't No Stopping Us Now"
Charles Earland - "Leaving This Planet"
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La Vie C'est Bon
Cat: HC 45. Rel: 07 Jul 16
La Vie C'est Bon (3:34)
Tovi Novi (7" exclusive) (3:48)
 in stock $10.62
Raler
Raler (7")
Cat: HC 83. Rel: 27 Nov 24
Raler (feat Clara Serra Lopez) (3:54)
Koliko (3:52)
Review: Vaudou Game returns with a funky Afro Cumbia workout that marks the first single from their fifth album. The French Afro-funk band expands its influence here by blending high-life guitars with Cumbia rhythms and crossing into Afro-Latin sounds, especially elements of Colombian music. 'Raler' features the captivating vocals of Spanish-English singer Clara Serra Lopez and is a mix of fresh funk and traditional rhythms while 'Koliko' pays tribute to West African street food, particularly sweet donuts found in Lome and Cotonou. Delicious.
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タグ: Afro Funk | Cumbia
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Say I Love You
Cat: TR 296. Rel: 03 Feb 22
Say I Love You (2:21)
I Love The Women (3:15)
Played by: I Love 45's!
 in stock $10.90
Sexy Lady (reissue)
Cat: FSR 118. Rel: 23 Feb 23
Sexy Lady (vocal) (4:12)
Sexy Lady (instrumental) (4:41)
Welcome To A Dream (4:50)
Review: Yet another 12" rarity from the annals of UK funk & boogie history - this time the 1985 cut 'Sexy Lady' from VeiraKrew. Carribean-born and British-raised pianist Elvis Veira moved to England alongside his pianist and music teacher mother at the age of two, quickly becoming proficient on piano, guitar and bass by his early teens. His love for playing music and singing in choirs propelled him on this musical journey, and his late teens to 20s saw him supporting acts such Heatwave, Wham, Katrina and the Waves and more. In 1983 he started working under the alias VeiraKrew, and a couple of years later in 1985 laid down this 12", backed up with the title track's killer instrumental version and the B-side 'Welcome to a Dream'. It was self-released by Veira, quickly becoming a collector's item with clean copies changing hands for up to 150 a piece. The instrumentals are fresh and filled with life, and 'Welcome to a Dream' is an incredible mid-tempo bopper. Well worthy of a repress, and is sure to be in demand - so don't delay!
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Give Me A Little Bit Of Time
Cat: TR 331. Rel: 15 Aug 24
Give Me A Little Bit Of Time (2:59)
I'd Like To Know (3:02)
Review: Featuring sister funk paired with a beautiful ballad, this release is a true gem for aficionados of 1960s indie soul music. It comes from The Velvet Vettes via Tramp and is a limited pressing so don't sleep. A-side cut 'Give Me A Little Bit Of Time' is a lively one with plenty of Northern soul energy as well as lung busting vocals and great backing harmonies full of soul. Flip it over and you will find the much more slow and sentimental sounds of 'I'd Like To Know' which is a real heart melting crooner.
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Party Hardy (Record Store Day RSD 2023)
Cat: SOO 112. Rel: 09 May 23
Party Hardy (2:20)
Happy (3:29)
 in stock $17.33
Beach Boy (Record Store Day RSD 2022)
Cat: TC 0001. Rel: 09 May 22
Beach Boy (6:38)
Theme From Beach Boy (instrumental) (6:21)
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Humpty Dump (reissue)
Cat: BGPS 007. Rel: 13 Feb 24
Humpty Dump (part 1) (2:41)
Humpty Dump (part 2) (2:05)
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Cruel Fist
Cruel Fist (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: FNR 195. Rel: 24 Jun 24
Cruel Fist (2:50)
Cold Pressed Venom (3:52)
Review: Funk Night Records goes global again here with a new double-sider from Russia's The Vicious Seeds. They offer up two gems with different vibes on this 7". The first is 'Cruel Fist ', a perfect bit of busy and dense instrumental funk for some steamy dance floor business. On the flip is 'Cold Pressed Venom' which is a more slow-moving and psyched-out sound for late night hours. This is often the approach this outfit takes on this label and like all previous times, it works a treat once more here.
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No Rain On The Other Side
No Rain On The Other Side (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: FNR 235. Rel: 28 Apr 25
No Rain On The Other Side (3:49)
Rubber Eagle (4:03)
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Nude & Dangerous
Nude & Dangerous (7" limited to 250 copies)
Cat: FNR 136. Rel: 08 Oct 20
Nude & Dangerous (2:21)
Call Of The Sylva (2:18)
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Ace Of Haze
Ace Of Haze (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: FNR 193. Rel: 24 Jun 24
Ace Of Haze (3:39)
Nature Identical Pleasure (3:10)
Review: Russian outfit The Vicious Seeds are back on their regular home label of Funk Night with yet another of their delightful little 7"s. As always they use each side to offer up slightly different vibes for different settings. First up is the deep-cut instrumental funk of 'Ace Of Haze' with its wah-wah guitars and psyched-out stoner vibes all seducing you into a meditative state of mind. 'Nature Identical Pleasure' then slows it down further with more libidinous vibes, prominent melodies snaking their bay through the dusty drums and grooves that move your soul.
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Beat Goes Off
Beat Goes Off (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: FNR 234. Rel: 28 Apr 25
Beat Goes Off (2:44)
Theme For Rocking Pot (3:37)
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Village Hassle
Cat: SP45 040. Rel: 08 Apr 24
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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Played by: SPASIBO RECORDS
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Along The Beach Part 1 (Record Store Day RSD 2024)
Cat: NYC 1000. Rel: 07 May 24
Along The Beach (part 1) (2:53)
Sweet Hot Lips (2:44)
Review: Record-collecting Jedis out there will know that this one is a real holy grail that is coveted by name, and now Record Store Day comes good and makes it widely available (well, in limited quantities) to all for a much more affordable price than you would get on second hand sites. This 7" allows you to experience the soulful magic of New York's The Village Choir who infuse Latin, soul, and jazz elements and more into two dancefloor gems that exude timeless elegance. Previously known for fetching over L500 on the secondhand market, this is an officially licensed reissue and what's more, it comes on nice heavyweight wax.
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 in stock $17.33
Funky Broadway (reissue)
Cat: TR 332. Rel: 18 Jul 24
Funky Broadway (3:58)
You're My Baby (2:16)
Review: 'Funky Broadway' by The Villagers appeared on the well-received Movements Vol.12 compilation album and was a clear standout amongst standouts. As a response to that it now makes its long-awaited debut release on standalone vinyl. It's a soul-stirring gem that brings classic sounds and heart-melting grooves. On the B-side comes the red hot garage-rock gem 'You're My Baby (Don't You Forget It)' which is originally from 1966, and which coincided with Dyke & The Blazers' original recording of 'Funky Broadway' in the same year. Neat.
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Village Hassle
Village Hassle (limited yellow & green 7")
Cat: SP45 040YELLOW GREEN. Rel: 08 Apr 24
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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 in stock $24.87
Heaven
 in stock $16.75
Take A Look
Take A Look (yellow vinyl 7")
Cat: 17S 002C. Rel: 13 Aug 21
Bob Vito - "Take A Look" (3:53)
El Perro Rojo - "The Pusher" (3:33)
Played by: Voodoocuts, The Owl
タグ: Disco House
 in stock $13.69
Tocando Macizas
Tocando Macizas (hand-numbered 7" in screen-printed sleeve limited to 100 copies)
Cat: ECL 02 SILKSCREEN. Rel: 22 Nov 24
Vivi Hernadez Y Su Conjunto - "Tocando Macizas" (3:47)
Grupo Caverna - "Caverna" (2:46)
Review: Vivi Hernandez Y Su Conjunto's 'Tocando Macizas' emerges as a coveted collector's item, limited to 100 copies in a bespoke silkscreen sleeve. This 7" release captures the raw essence of 1971 Mexican funk, offering a tantalising glimpse into a pivotal moment in Latin music history. The A-side's infectious rhythm and bold instrumentation are perfectly complemented by Grupo Caverna's 'Caverna' on the flip. This rare pressing stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of vintage Latin funk, promising to be a prized addition to any discerning vinyl enthusiast's collection.
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Tocando Macizas
Cat: ECL 02. Rel: 22 Nov 24
Vivi Hernadez Y Su Conjunto - "Tocando Macizas" (3:51)
Grupo Caverna - "Caverna" (2:47)
Review: The 7" single Tocando Macizas by Vivi Hernandez Y Su Conjunto is a standout Latin funk gem from 1971. Known for its raw, heavy grooves, this track epitomises the best of Mexican funk, delivering an irresistible energy. Paired with Grupo Caverna's Caverna on the B-side, both tracks pack an intense rhythmic punch, combining sharp instrumentation with infectious beats. This release has gained legendary status among collectors and DJs for its rarity and quality, marking it as essential for Latin funk aficionados.
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Played by: Mako & Mr Bristow
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Wanted Dead Or Alive
Cat: SB 7039. Rel: 29 Oct 19
Wanted Dead Or Alive (3:27)
Can You Feel It (3:06)
Review: Produced by Leroy Hutson and Curtis Mayfield, released by Just Sunshine Records, over the course of five years, the community-based collective Voices Of East Harlem blessed the world with three albums and a whole string of funky singles, including these two cult tracks. "Wanted Dead Or Alive" is straight up funk with a strong splash of gospel. One of their most popular cuts, it was taken from their 1973 self-titled album. "Can You Feel It" on the B offers much more of a rare groove and funk vibe with keys and some powerful backing vocals. It still sounds as fresh as it did 45 years ago. You feeling it?
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 in stock $12.85
Wanted Dead Or Alive
Cat: DYNAM 7106. Rel: 12 Jan 22
Wanted Dead Or Alive (3:27)
Little People (3:30)
Review: Those with knowledge of rare groove should be well aware of The Voices of East Harlem's 'Wanted Dead Or Alive', a 1973 album track from the band's eponymous second album that was reissued in 1988 due to its popularity on London's rare groove scene. Here the superb, string-laden, Leroy Hutson produced classic appears on seven-inch for the first time, courtesy of Dynamite Cuts. This time round it comes backed with another killer jam from the same album: the proto-disco soul swell of 'Little People', which was famously sampled by Young Disciples on their 1991 skit 'Get Yourself Together'. Essential stuff all told.
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Spies Are Watching Me
Cat: FVR 106. Rel: 09 Dec 22
Spies Are Watching Me (7:15)
Le Disco Des Capitales (6:45)
Review: Sounds like it came out of Lagos in 1971, actually written and recorded in Lyon in 2015: Voilaaa is the brainchild of Bruno Hovart whose long relationship with Favorite goes way back to his days as Patchworks, Mr President and The Dynamics. Recording on a whole host of vintage machines and calling upon local African singers both cuts have a real authentic sense of realness; "Spies Are Watching Me" drives with big horns and swooning strings which isn't dissimilar to the work of The Movers, while the TY Boys-esque "Le Disco Des Capitales" is a heavier, more concentrated slab of floor-minded disco where the groove takes more of a forefront role. Apparently there's a whole album of this cooking... We can't wait to hear it.
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タグ: African Disco
 in stock $17.05
Fache
Fache (12")
Cat: FVR 193. Rel: 04 Jun 24
Fache (feat Pat Kalla) (4:18)
Fache (dub) (5:25)
Trouble Travel (feat Nai-Jah - Garage version) (5:45)
Too Young To Die (feat Olivya) (5:24)
Trop Jeune Pour Ca (5:50)
Review: A warm welcome back to Bruno Hovart's Voilaaa project, traditionally a revivalist Afro-disco vehicle best known for 2015 dancefloor smash 'Spies Are Watching Me'. 'Fache', featuring Pat Kalla, explores similar sonic territory, with punchy Afrobeat horns, woozy chords and crunchy clavinet licks rising above a low-slung, hypnotic, dub disco-meets-Afro-boogie groove. It comes accompanied by a fine, effects-laden instrumental dub and a trio of similarly tasty bonus cuts: the warming, early garage-house and deep house influenced 'Trouble Travel' (featuring Jai-Nah), the languid, soulful and Latin-influenced 'Too Young To Die (featuring Olivia)' and the Afro-speckled disco-goes-jazz-funk loveliness of 'Trop Jeune Pour Sa'.
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 in stock $18.16
Gotta Be A False Alarm
Cat: RS 45003. Rel: 10 Feb 12
Gotta Be A False Alarm
Movin' & Groovin'
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Breaker's Revenge: Original B Boy & B Girl Breakdance Classics 1970-1984
Arthur BAKER / VARIOUS
Cat: SJRLP 553. Rel: 27 Jun 24
Dennis Coffey & The Detroit Guitar Band - "Scorpio" (4:03)
The Jimmy Castor Bunch - "It's Just Begun" (3:41)
BT Express - "Energy Level" (3:46)
James Brown - "Get On The Good Foot" (4:06)
Afrika Bambaataa & The Soul Sonic Force - "Planet Rock" (6:26)
Manu Dibango - "Soul Makossa" (4:24)
Esther Williams - "Last Night Changed It All" (4:23)
The Mohawks - "The Champ" (2:38)
Herman Kelly & Life - "Dance To The Drummer's Beat" (4:13)
Spanky Wilson - "Sunshine Of Your Love" (3:40)
James Brown - "Give It Up Or Turnit A Loose" (6:11)
Candido - "Soulwanco" (4:12)
Arthur Baker - "Breaker's Revenge" (4:53)
Manu Dibango - "The Panther" (2:29)
Abaco Dream - "Life And Death In G & A" (2:19)
The Jackson 5 - "Dancing Machine" (3:29)
Mongo Santamaria - "Cloud Nine" (5:42)
Edwin Starr - "I Just Wanna Do My Thing" (5:18)
Badder Than Evil - "Hot Wheels The Chase" (3:01)
Review: Curated by the legendary producer Arthur Baker, Breakers Revenge is a comprehensive compilation of original funk, soul, Latin, disco and electro tracks from 1970-1984. These tracks, ranging from well-known classics to hidden gems, have become legendary in the world of breakdancing. Featuring seminal tracks like Dennis Coffey's 'Scorpio', The Jimmy Castor Bunch's 'It's Just Begun' and Afrika Bambaataa's groundbreaking 'Planet Rock', this collection embodies the essence of breakdancing culture. The percussive breakdowns and infectious beats of these tracks have not only been the soundtrack to countless block parties and park jams but have also been sampled by numerous hip-hop artists and producers. With extensive liner notes and track-by-track breakdowns, Breakers Revenge is perfect time capsule for fans of breakdancing, hip-hop and music enthusiasts.
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Breaker's Revenge: Original B Boy & B Girl Breakdance Classics 1970-84
Arthur BAKER / VARIOUS
Cat: SJR CD553. Rel: 27 Jun 24
Dennis Coffey And The Detroit Guitar Band - "Scorpio"
The Jimmy Castor Bunch - "It's Just Begun"
B.T. Express - "Energy Level"
James Brown - "Get On The Good Foot"
Afrika Bambaataa & The Soul Sonic Force - "Planet Rock"
Manu Dibango - "Soul Makossa"
Esther Williams - "Last Night Changed It All"
The Mohawks - "The Champ"
Herman Kelly & Life - "Dance To The Drummer's Beat"
Spanky Wilson - "Sunshine Of Your Love"
James Brown - "Give It Up Or Turnit A Loose"
Candido - "Soulwanco"
Arthur Baker - "Breaker's Revenge"
Manu Dibango - "The Panther"
Abaco Dream - "Life And Death In G & A"
The Jackson 5 - "Dancing Machine"
Mongo Santamaria - "Cloud Nine"
Edwin Starr - "I Just Wanna Do My Thing"
Badder Than Evil - "Hot Wheels"
Johnny Bristol - "Lusty Lady"
Review: With 'breaking' making its debut in the 2024 Paris Olympics, it seems an apt time to go back to where it all began and showcase some of the music that first made break-dancers move in the early years of hip-hop culture. Soul Jazz Records clearly agrees, hence this two-disc retrospective of early 'breaker' favourites curated by Arthur Baker - a man who's productions and remixes soundtracked many dancefloor battles in the early 80s. It's a suitably strong selection all told, with dusty funk, soul and funk-rock favourites (Johnny Bristol, James Brown, The Jimmy Castor Bunch, Spanky Wilson) being joined by disco-funk jams (Herman Kelly and Life), extra-percussive workouts (Manu Dibango, Mongo Santamaria, Candido) and a smattering of key Baker productions (Afrika Bambaata and Soul Sonic Force's 'Planet Rock' and his own infectious 'Breakers Revenge').
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Baia Degli Angeli 1977-1978
Baia Degli Angeli 1977-1978 (gatefold 2xLP in embossed spot-varnished sleeve)
Cat: UVR 15522. Rel: 04 Jul 22
Arpadys - "Funky Bass" (5:46)
Claudja Barry - "Sweet Dynamite" (7:21)
Constellation Orchestra - "Cosmic Melody" (7:36)
Paul Lewis - "Inner City Blues" (7:01)
Bionic Boogie - "Dance Little Dreamer" (5:11)
The SSO Orchestra - "Tonight's The Night" (5:45)
The O'Jays - "Fantastic Four" (7:08)
Pam Todd & The Love Exchange - "Let's Get Together" (5:21)
Bob Mcgilpin - "Superstar" (6:34)
Fantastic Four - "I Got To Have Your Love" (5:02)
John Gibbs & The US Steel Band Orchestra - "J'ouvert" (5:22)
Blair - "Nightlife" (7:06)
 in stock $38.56
Drug Story
Joe BATAAN / VARIOUS
Drug Story (LP + booklet)
Cat: NA 5235LP. Rel: 26 Jun 24
Joe Bataan - "Drug Story" (12:26)
Joe Bataan - "Latin Soul Square Dance" (alternate version) (5:24)
Joe Bataan - "(Goodbye Adios) Roberto Clemente" (4:19)
Eddie Lebron - "My Vows To You" (feat Little David) (2:31)
Eddie Lebron - "Sigue Tu Vida" (3:42)
The Edwards Generation - "Someone Like You" (2:59)
The Edwards Generation - "School Is In" (2:57)
One Sy Mack - "Never Listen To Your Heart" (2:39)
One Sy Mack - "A Part Of A Fool" (3:00)
Review: Previously unreleased, Joe Bataan (real name Bataan Nitollano) recorded the bulk of the material making up Drug Story in 1972. This new, highly limited box set hears seven revered, rarely-heard gems of Latin jazz, deep soul, raucous boogaloo, and heavy salsa by the legend, most of which were largely salvaged from his very own self-run Ghetto Records vaults. Drug Story was inspired by true events, and hears Bataan croon graciously over themes of destitution, lost family members and friends, and addiction. One of three definitive reissues of Bataan's greatest works, licensed from Bataan himself, with his oversight and input into a 15 page oversized book by Pablo Yglesia,s that details Bataan's larger-than-imagination life and his little Latin label that could.
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タグ: Salsa | Latin Jazz | Boogaloo
 in stock $32.14
Supafunkanova Vol 3
Woody BIANCHI / VARIOUS
Supafunkanova Vol 3 (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: ZEDDLP 058. Rel: 29 May 24
Chosen Few - "Dancin' All Over The World" (3:15)
The Freex Machine - "Freex Funkatized" (7:07)
Nzimande All Stars - "Sporo Disco" (Woody Bianchi edit) (7:02)
The Firebolts - "Firebolt Hustle" (3:12)
Aggression - "Tag" (Woody Bianchi edit) (6:06)
The Movers - "Onthekele Beer (Jwala)" (3:11)
World - "You Got The Power" (3:49)
Joe & Lee - "Black Gold Disco Moving Machine" (4:30)
Joe Pugliese - "Plie & Isolations" (5:21)
The Family Tree - "As" (4:27)
Pressure Point - "Straight To The Point" (3:21)
John Blair - "Momma Said Shut Up" (5:25)
The Headquarters - "Sweetie" (7:08)
Wylie - "Fan-Tasy" (Woody Bianchi edit) (5:12)
Cania - "Visions" (4:04)
Montreal - "Nite People" (2:45)
Review: Woody Bianchi, renowned funk digger and DJ, embarks on yet another archaeological record collection excavation, unearthing yet another volume of badass funk from the adjacent era of disco that emerged in the 70s and 80s. This is an in depth compilation series to say the least: the tracks are all examples of funk greats which reflected certain motifs from the disco explosion that came after it - even "James Brown had to take notice of the Saturday Night Fever". Several hard-to-find gems appear among ubiquitous classics, among extensive liner notes by Woody himself.
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タグ: Disco Funk
 in stock $29.90
The Original Sound Of Burkina Faso
The Original Sound Of Burkina Faso (limited gatefold green vinyl 2xLP + 24 page booklet)
Cat: MRBLP 152G. Rel: 30 Apr 21
Abdoulaye Cisse - "Jeunesse Wilila" (5:46)
Abdoulaye Cisse - "Tieba Lou Tounouna" (5:22)
Bozambo - "Kombisse" (3:23)
Amadou Balake - "Whiskey Et Coca-Cola" (8:23)
John Oumar Nabolle - "M'Ba Lale" (3:30)
Pierre Sandwidi - "Boy Cuisinier" (5:14)
Tidiani Coulibaly & Dafra Star - "Sie Koumgolo" (4:08)
Amadou Balake - "Super Bar Konon Mousso" (5:26)
Mangue Konde Et L'Orchestre Les 5 Consuls - "Pop Konde" (4:56)
Youssouf Diarra Dit El Grand Ballake - "Djanfa Magni" (6:34)
Amadou Balake - "Wayisjelequeyele" (6:20)
Amadou Balake - "Aminata Du The" (4:34)
Abdoulaye Cisse & Super Volta - "A Son Magni" (3:56)
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The Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club 5
Craig CHARLES / VARIOUS
Cat: FSRCD 124. Rel: 07 Dec 17
The Traffic - "Super Freak"
The Allergies - "Love That I'm In" (feat Andy Cooper)
The Andy Tolman Cartel - "You What!"
Nicole Willis & UMO Jazz Orchestra - "(Everybody) Do The Watusi"
Charles Bradley - "Change For The World"
Joyous - "Galaxia"
Henri-Pierre Noel - "Funky Spider Dance (The Reflex Revision)"
Brian Augers' Oblivion Express - "Inner City Blues"
The Hawkmen - "Love Is Blind"
Scone Cash Players - "Year Of The Rooster" (part 1)
Tanika Charles - "Endless Chain"
Kylie Auldist - "Body"
Anatoly Ice & Dariya - "Talking Black"
Carleen Anderson - "Begin Again"
Niteshifters - "Show Me What You've Got" (original mix)
The Filthy Six - "Mr Morris" (Spectra Sonic Sound Session - live)
Lack Of Afro - "Back In Business" (feat Wax & Herbal T)
Ginger Johnson & His African Messengers - "Nawa"
Daytoner - "I Get By"
Review: We can think of few finer stocking fillers for funk aficonados than this fifth Funk & Soul Club compilation from actor/comedian-turned-radio host Craig Charles. As with previous volumes, the Red Dwarf star and BB 6 Music host has included a mixture of original funk era cuts and recent revivalist gems. In the latter category you'll find a stellar instrumental cover of Rick James' "Super Freak" by The Traffic, the dancefloor-burning sound of Nicole Willis and the UMO Orchestra and the brilliant boogie revivalism of Australian singer Kylie Audist. In terms of deeper older selections, look no further than the 1973 jazz-funk re-make of Marvin Gaye's "Inner City Blues" by Brian Auger's Oblivion Express and the Afro-funk explosion that is "Nawa" by Ginger Baker & His African Messengers.
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Wamano A To Z Presents Blow Up Trio: Japanese Rare Groove From The Trio Record Vaults 1973-1981
CHINTAM / VARIOUS
Cat: 180GWALP 05. Rel: 12 Sep 24
Tonpei Hidari - "Tonpei No Hey You Blues" (4:03)
Chu Kosaka & Ultra - "Kimagure Party" (4:07)
Kazushi Inamura - "Go Yojin" (4:20)
Fumio Karashima - "American Tango" (7:34)
Takao Uematsu - "Mysterious Jump" (8:14)
Maximum - "AshitaTenki Ni Nare" (2:55)
Jun Miyauchi - "Heartbreak Highway" (4:12)
Hiroshi Murakami & Dancing Sphinx - "Baby, It's Trivial" (6:15)
Review: Active since the late 80s, DJ Yoshizawa Dynamite is a celebrated DJ, remixer, compiler, and producer in Japan. An avid record collector and Wamono expert, he published the sold-out Wamono A to Z records guide in 2015, revealing rare Japanese groove records. DJ Chintam, a member of the Dayjam Crew and specialist in soul, funk, rare groove, and disco, opened Blow Up shop in Shibuya in 2018. Together, they created the Wamono A to Z guide. In this second volume of the Wamono series, Yoshizawa and Chintam showcase the best and rarest seventies' Japanese jazz, funk, soul, rare groove, and disco tunes.
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 in stock $32.97
Masterpieces Of Modern Soul (remastered)
Ady CROASDELL / VARIOUS
Cat: KENT 503. Rel: 29 Jan 16
Act I - "It's The Same Old Story" (3:09)
The Mayberry Movement - "Two Wrongs Don't Make A Right" (3:04)
Eddie Billups & The CCCs - "Shake Off That Dream" (3:31)
Gail Anderson - "Just A Little Ugly" (4:00)
Nightchill - "I Don't Play Games" (4:13)
Do You Really Love Me - "Darondo" (2:38)
If That Don't Turn You On - "Millie Jackson" (3:50)
The Natural Resources - "If There Were No You" (3:29)
The Hesitations - "Go Away" (2:52)
Street Peple - "Momma Had A Baby" (3:03)
The New Experience - "Never Felt This Way Before" (5:03)
Herman Davis - "Gotta Be Loved" (part 2) (2:48)
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Jazz Dance Fusion Vol 4 Part 2
Colin CURTIS / VARIOUS
Cat: ZEDDLP 060X. Rel: 29 Feb 24
Venus Dodson - "Mother Of The Future" (8:29)
Jacques Schwarz Bart - "Mende" (5:49)
Guinu - "Eletromandinga" (extended version) (4:40)
Stefano De Santis - "Nova Laze" (3:30)
GeeW - "Kyoto" (7:49)
Mary Greer Mudiku - "I Face East" (7:32)
Alfredo Dias Gomes - "Vaya Mulatto" (4:14)
Juju - "Wanting Touch" (instrumental) (7:02)
Nova Vida - "My Only" (GeeMix) (6:54)
Lifetime - "I'll Bet You Thought I'd Never Find You" (4:21)
Tres Men - "Samba De-La Cruz" (4:32)
Miho Nobuzane - "Ponteio" (6:52)
El Caballo Y Su Orquesta - "Mambo De Papi" (3:05)
Review: The Jazz Dance Fusion series is a compilation-based series collecting some of the finest songs in the Jazzdance, Latin Jazz and Fusion. Each volume is careful cultivated by the well-known British DJ Colin Curtis. After the first three successful editions, the fourth boasts tracks like 'Mother Of The Future" by Venus Dodson, 'I Face East' by Mary Greer Mudiku and 'Ponteio' by Miho Nobuzane, to name but a few. Volume Four Part 2 is spread across two pieces of vinyl housed in a beautiful gatefold vinyl. If you are a jazz fan looking for a compilation to expand your knowledge and love the style, then look no further than this one here! Thanks ro Colin Curtis for continuing to curate such a great series!
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Jazz Dance Fusion Volume 4 Part 1
Colin CURTIS / VARIOUS
Cat: ZEDDLP 060. Rel: 29 Feb 24
Bill Ortiz - "Fusion/Noche Cubana" (8:22)
Born 74 & Onj - "Tape Your Beat" (5:07)
GeeW - "Still In Love" (5:44)
Mary Greer Mudiku - "Happy Sunrise" (8:59)
The Sultan's Swing - "46 To Somewhere" (5:53)
Stefano Di Santis - "Unreachable Galaxy" (4:25)
Charro Band De Emilio Guerrero - "Movin" (3:17)
Somos Amigos - "Pa'gozar" (4:34)
Telmo Fernandez & The Latin Soul Beat - "Cuchifrito Pa’ Los Pollos" (4:51)
Juju - "Cla Samba" (5:07)
Moreen Meriden - "Caught In A Fever" (7:28)
Alfredo Dias Gomes - "Samba De Negro" (3:51)
Alonso Gonzalez & Jazz Latino - "Mr Fool" (5:17)
Review: Colin Curtis returns with another finely-curated selection of the best 'Jazz Dance Fusion' records he could find. In Curtis' own words, Volume 4 reflects a combination of new music, unreleased music, and tracks that have never been on vinyl before or have not attained the recognition they deserve. A whopping 26 tracks are racked up on the digital edition, but this special vinyl record yields just thirteen further selections from that initial batch; leading the charge is the Rhodesy, hi-hatty '46 To Somewhere' by the Sultan's Swing, capturing the free-spiritedness of hitching a ride to somewhere untrammeled. Further choice sonic infections, infusing elements of vocal jazz, salsa and Latin spoken word, include Somos Amigos' 'Pa'gozar' and GeeW's 'Kyoto'. Get grooving!
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Strata Records: The Sound Of Detroit Volume 1
DJ AMIR / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 689CLP. Rel: 02 Mar 23
Kenny Cox - "Beyond The Dream" (13:17)
Larry Nozero - "Tune For LN" (5:44)
Sam Sanders - "Face At My Window" (3:26)
The Soulmates Boone - "People We Got To Do Better" (3:17)
The Contemporary Jazz Quintet - "Noh Word" (2:01)
The Lyman Woodard Organization - "Joy Road" (4:57)
TJ - "Time Is Wasting" (3:51)
Fito Foster - "Salsa" (part 1) (3:16)
Ursula Walker - "Maiden Voyage" (5:09)
TJ - "You're The One" (3:57)
Maulawi - "Where Is The Place?" (4:19)
The Lyman Woodard Organization - "Saturday Night Special" (5:04)
Sam Sanders - "Inner City Player" (7:04)
Kenny Cox - "Island Song" (9:12)
Mixed Bag - "All But Blind" (feat Ursula Walker) (6:35)
Review: 'Strata Records: The Sound Of Detroit Volume 1' is a careful yet exquisite collection of soul, funk and jazz classics from Detroit's rich musical history, throwing back to a time before techno took the Motor City by storm. DJ Amir has curated a diverse selection of songs from the Strata Records catalog, showcasing the label's extensive roster of artists (the likes of Kenny Cox, The Soulmates, and Charles Mingus), and in some cases restoring tracks whose recordings have suffered a loss of quality over the years, for an ultimately soul-bearing listen.
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Reach Up Disco Wonderland Volume 3
DJ ANDY SMITH / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 712CLP. Rel: 03 Oct 24
Weekend Sun - "Losers & Fools" (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit) (5:44)
Hot Streak - "Body Work" (Nick Reach Up remix) (5:12)
The Honeyshotz - "Lovin' You" (Smoove Disco dub) (4:25)
Uncle Louie - "I Like Funky Music" (Skratch Bastid Turntable mix) (5:46)
Quartz - "Beyond The Clouds" (5:09)
Buscrates - "Five Days" (feat DJ Epik) (3:31)
The Affair - "Please Don't Break My Heart" (feat Alyson Williams - DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit) (5:24)
Change - "Platinum City" (8:08)
Rena Scott - "You're So Far Away" (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit) (5:44)
Birdee & Nick Reach Up - "Free Yourself" (feat Barbara Tucker - Full Intention extended remix) (6:32)
Trailer Limon - "Love Don't Pay The Bills" (3:02)
The Sunshine Band - "Black Water Gold" (part 2 - DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland extended mix) (4:29)
Get To Know - "The Big Throwdown" (6:23)
BB Soul - "Make It Alright" (feat Laura Jackson) (4:11)
Orlando Julius - "Disco Hi-Life" (8:52)
Risk Assessment - "Bad Times" (Yam Who extended vocal remix) (6:29)
Review: Andy Smith's Reach Up - Disco Wonderland Vol. 3 continues his exploration of the "Discosphere" with 16 more and one again carefully curated tracks. Featuring artists like Buscrates, Trailer Limon, and Rena Scott, the compilation also includes stellar edits and remixes by Full Intention, Yam Who, and Skratch Bastid. Initially curated during pandemic lockdowns and inspired by virtual DJ sets, Andy continues to share his superb collection via the legendary BBE Music label and once again this triple vinyl LP offers a treat for DJs, collectors and audiophiles alike.
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タグ: Disco House
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Andy Smith's Northern Soul
DJ ANDY SMITH / VARIOUS
Cat: BGP2 165. Rel: 01 Jan 90
Dottie & Millie - "Talkin' About My Baby"
Danny Monday - "Baby, Without You"
O C Tolbert - "You Got Me Turned Around"
Roscoe Robinson - "That's Enough"
SOUL - "On Top Of The World"
Lee Moses - "Reach Out, I'll Be There"
Vernon Garrett - "If I Could Turn Back The Hands Of Time (Take 2)"
Little Archie - "All I Have To Do"
The Mirettes - "He's Alright with Me"
Ray Crossen Jr - "Try Some Soul"
The Olympics - "Same Old Thing"
Melba Moore - "Don't Cry, Sing Along With The Music"
Rodger Collins - "She's Looking Good"
Curtis Lee - "Is She In Your Town?"
The Bob & Earl Band - "My Little Girl" (instrumental)
Bobby Garrett - "I Can't Get Away" (vocal version)
Jimmy Conwell - "Cigarette Ashes"
The Shirelles - "Too Much Of A Good Thing"
Jackie Lee - "Shotgun & The Duck"
Ike & Tina Turner - "I Can't Believe What You Say"
Jimmy Holiday - "The New Breed"
Johnny Williams - "You've Got It"
The Olympics - "Mine Exclusively"
Marie Knight - "That's No Way To Treat A Girl"
The Charmels - "As Long As I've Got You"
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Reach Up Disco Wonderland Volume 3
DJ ANDY SMITH / VARIOUS
Reach Up Disco Wonderland Volume 3 (CD 1 mixed, CD 2 unmixed)
Cat: BBE 712CCD. Rel: 03 Oct 24
Five Days (CD1: mixed)
Love Don't Pay The Bills
Make It Alright
Please Don't Break My Heart (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit)
I Like Funky Music (Skratch Bastid Turntable mix)
Black Water Gold Part 2 (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland extended mix)
Disco Hi-Life
Lovin' You (Smoove Disco dub)
Change
Free Yourself (Full Intention extended remix)
Bad Times (Yam Who extended vocal remix)
Body Work
The Big Throwdown
Losers & Fools (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit)
Beyond The Clouds
You're So Far Away (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit)
Five Days (CD2: Unmixed)
Love Don't Pay The Bills
Make It Alright
Please Don't Break My Heart (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit)
I Like Funky Music (Skratch Bastid Turntable mix)
Black Water Gold Part 2 (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland extended mix)
Disco Hi-Life
Lovin' You (Smoove Disco dub)
Change
Free Yourself (Full Intention extended remix)
Bad Times (Yam Who extended vocal remix)
Body Work
The Big Throwdown
Losers & Fools (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit)
Beyond The Clouds
You're So Far Away (DJ Andy Smith Reach Up Disco Wonderland re-edit)
Review: Bristolian turntablist and crate digger Andy Smith has long been renowned for the depth of his funk, soul and hip-hop selections, though it's only in recent years that we've discovered the quality and diversity of his disco collection. He continues to flex those credentials on the third instalment in his Reach Up - Disco Wonderland series. While there's plenty of obscurity on show, as you'd expect, Smith has chosen to include contemporary nu-disco cuts and fresh re-edits alongside vintage picks. So, while we cuts from The Sunshine Band, the disco-highlife of Orlando Julius and some late 70s electro-disco courtesy of French outfit Quartz, we're also treated to fresher tracks and edits from BB Soul, Birdee and Nick Reach Up, Yam Who and Full Intention. Throw in a killer DJ mix of the same material by Skratch Bastid and you have a genuinely essential collection.
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Played by: Pete Haigh
タグ: Disco House
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Andy Smith's Northern Soul
DJ ANDY SMITH / VARIOUS
Cat: CDBGPD 165. Rel: 01 Jan 90
Dottie & Millie - "Talkin' About My Baby"
Danny Monday - "Baby, Without You"
O C Tolbert - "You Got Me Tured Around"
Roscoe Robinson - "That's Enough"
SOUL - "On Top Of The World"
Lee Moses - "Reach Out, I'll Be There"
Vernon Garrett - "If I Could Turn Back The Hands Of Time"
Little Archie - "All I Have To Do"
The Mirettes - "He's Alright with Me"
Ray Crossen JR - "Try Some Soul"
The Olympics - "Same Old Thing"
Melba Moore - "Don't Cry, Sing Along with The Music"
Rodger Collins - "She's Looking Good"
Curtis Lee - "Is She In Your Town?"
Bob & Earl Band - "My Little Girl" (instrumental)
Bobby Garrett - "I Can't Get Away" (vocal version)
Jimmy Conwell - "Cigarette Ashes"
The Shirelles - "Too Much Of A Good Thing"
Jackie Lee - "Shotgun & The Duck"
Ike & Tina Turner - "I Can't Believe What You Say"
Jimmy Holiday - "The New Breed"
Johnny Williams - "You've Got It"
The Olympics - "Mine Exclusively"
Marie Knight - "That's No Way To Treat A Girl"
The Charmels - "As Long As I've Got You"
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DJ Cam & Frederic Beneix Present: Wine4Melomanes
Cat: BBE 488CLP. Rel: 26 Nov 21
Isabelle Mayereau - "Jeux De Regards" (3:24)
Nemo - "Jungle Jim" (7:35)
Erik Tagg - "Got To Be Lovin' You" (3:28)
Achim Kuck & Friends - "Wind" (6:26)
The Mike Nock Underground - "Wax Planet" (4:00)
Horace Silver & The LA Modern String Orchestra - "Scott Joplin" (6:19)
Carmen Lundy - "Have A Little Faith" (2:47)
Embryo - "Knast-Funk" (5:45)
Siegfried Kessler & Serge Bringolf - "Sigi Dance" (5:30)
Gustav Brom Orchestra - "Calling Up The Rain" (5:32)
Frederic Rabold Crew - "Ride On" (3:28)
Stan Kenton & His Orchestra - "Samba De Haps" (3:56)
Larry Rose Band - "The Sand" (5:25)
Review: The concept behind this new collection on BBE is a simple but effective one: sommelier Frederic Beneix has picked out a selection of wines, and beat maker DJ Cam has dug deep to serve up some rare but fitting musical accompaniments that were produced in the same year. Wine4Melomanes, therefore, is a unique collection of sounds from all over Europe that connects the complexity and sensuality of a tipple with the rhythm and melody of a song. Most are lush and sophisticated jazz cuts that sound good whether you're drinking or not. Delicious.
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 in stock $41.35
Diggers Dozen: DJ Muro
DJ MURO / VARIOUS
Diggers Dozen: DJ Muro (gatefold 2xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: BBE 633CLP. Rel: 12 Jan 23
Kiyoshi Yamaya & Contemporary Sound Orchestra - "Fuke Jobutsu" (part 1 Tohri - Muro's edit) (3:02)
Kiyoshi Yamaya & Contemporary Sound Orchestra - "Osorezan" (Muro's edit) (2:58)
Kifu Mitsuhashi, Kiyoshi Yamaya - "Souma Nagareyama" (4:21)
Katsuya Yokoyama, The Million Pops - "Tabaruzaka" (3:12)
Toshiyuki Miyama & His New Herd - "Seijinshiki Aka Adult's Day" (9:25)
Kifu Mitsuhashi, Kiyoshi Yamaya - "Asadoya Yunta" (3:46)
Kifu Mitsuhashi, Kiyoshi Yamaya - "Nanbu Ushioi Uta" (4:55)
Kifu Mitsuhashi, Kiyoshi Yamaya - "Saitara Bushi" (3:04)
Tadaaki Misago & Tokyo Cuban Boys - "Soran Bushi" (3:06)
Tadaaki Misago & Tokyo Cuban Boys - "Hanagasa Odori" (3:14)
Tadaaki Misago & Tokyo Cuban Boys - "Sakura Sakura" (7:33)
Tadaaki Misago & Tokyo Cuban Boys - "Yagi Bushi" (7:23)
Review: Japan's revered DJ Muro has put together his first ever compilation for BBE. Diggers Dozen is a real gem with 12 tracks of Japanese jazz-funk and Latin-jazz goodness that fuse traditional instrumental with traditional melodies. These tunes were originally made for the 70s for Nippon Columbia by legendary composers of the time such as Kiyoshi Yamaya, Tadaaki Misago & Tokyo Cuban Boys, Kifu Mitsuhashi, Toshiyuki Miyama and more. Finding these cuts on their original pressings is rare and expensive so don't sleep on this real collector's essential.
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Tokyo Bliss: Japanese Funk Boogie & City Pop From King Records 1974-88
DJ NOTOYA / VARIOUS
Cat: WWSLP 98. Rel: 13 Feb 25
BUZZ - "Garasumado" (2:35)
Mami Ayukawa - "Sabita Gambler" (3:53)
Johnny Yoshinaga - "The Rain" (5:44)
Keiko Toda - "Fade In" (4:13)
Koji Kobayashi - "Bokura No Date" (3:07)
Yuko Imai - "Hotel Twilight 4:49" (4:46)
Kumiko Sawada - "Your Love's Away" (4:14)
Masatoshi Kanno - "Day By Day" (3:32)
Yuji Mitsuya - "After Five At Caf-Bar" (4:40)
Fujimaru Band - "Paper Machine" (2:26)
Review: DJ Notoya returns with another expertly curated selection of Japanese gems, this time delving into the funky, soulful, and city pop sounds of King Records. Spanning the years 1974 to 1988, this compilation is a treasure trove of forgotten classics and hidden gems, a sonic time capsule that transports listeners back to the neon-lit streets and vibrant nightlife of 1980s Japan. Buzz's 'Garasumado' kicks things off with an infectious groove and funky guitar riffs that could rival any Western funk classic. Mami Ayukawa's 'Sabita Gambler' adds a touch of soulful sophistication, her smooth vocals gliding over lush instrumentation. Keiko Toda's 'Fade In' is a city pop gem, its dreamy melodies and catchy hooks evoking a sense of carefree optimism and urban cool. Elsewhere, Johnny Yoshinaga's soulful ballad 'The Rain' provides a moment of introspection, while Kumiko Sawada's disco-infused 'Your Love's Away' will get you moving and grooving. The compilation closes with the feelgood sounds of Masatoshi Kanno's 'Day By Day', a perfect encapsulation of the city pop aesthetic.
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Tokyo Glow (remastered)
DJ NOTOYA / VARIOUS
Tokyo Glow (remastered) (gatefold 2xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: WWSLP 55. Rel: 10 Dec 21
Kumi Nakamura - "Kimagure" (3:05)
Miyuki Maki - "Indo No Michibata" (3:36)
Haruyoshi Yamashina - "Osake To Joke" (3:35)
Sumiko Yamagata - "Natsu No Hikari Ni" (3:19)
Hatsumi Shibata - "Party Is Over" (4:41)
Makoto Iwabuchi - "Moonlight Flight" (3:57)
Hiroshi Sato - "Saigo No Tejina" (3:40)
Arakawa Band - "Paradise's Dream" (7:10)
New Generation Company - "I Wander All Alone" (part III) (2:55)
Kiyohiko Ozaki - "Ojosan Oteyawarakani" (4:30)
Kengo Kurozumi - "Juggler" (4:09)
Ken Nishizaki - "Koi No Paradigm" (4:58)
Jadoes - "Simply Another Love" (4:47)
Midori Hara - "Aamar Jabar" (4:45)
Hitomi 'Penny' Tohyama - "Tuxedo Connection" (3:21)
Mizuki Koyama - "Oh! Daddy" (3:39)
Haruo Chikada & Vibra-Tones - "Sofa Bed Blues" (3:36)
Mitsuko Horie - "Chigasaki Memory" (3:49)
Review: The recent Tokyo Dreaming compilation on Wewantsounds was a huge success so the label does the right thing and follows it up with another collection of sounds from the Far East. This one again looks into the fascinatingly niche city pop sound with expert digger DJ Notoya at the wheels. He delves into the Nippon Columbia catalogue and turns out all manner of breezy and laidback gems from Hiroshi Sato, Hitomi "Penny" Tohyama, Midori Hara and more. In many cases, these tunes are making it tot vinyl for the first time. What's more, the audio has been newly remastered in Tokyo for this reissue making sure it sounds as good as possible.
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 in stock $36.60
Funk Tide: Tokyo Jazz Funk From Electric Bird 1978-87
DJ NOTOYA / VARIOUS
Cat: WWSCD 81. Rel: 14 Mar 24
Shunzo Ohno - "In The Sky"
Mikio Masuda - "Let's Get Together"
Yasuaki Shimizu - "Summer Time"
David Matthews & The Electric Birds - "Special Delivery"
Toshiyuki Honda - "Living In A City"
Ronnie Foster - "Night Life"
Bobby Lyle Trio - "Night Breeze"
Katsutoshi Morizono - "Space Traveller"
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Funk Tide: Tokyo Jazz Funk From Electric Bird 1978-87
DJ NOTOYA / VARIOUS
Cat: WWSLP 81. Rel: 14 Mar 24
Shunzo Ohno - "In The Sky" (4:11)
Mikio Masuda - "Let's Get Together" (5:57)
Yasuaki Shimizu - "Summer Time" (3:42)
David Matthews & The Electric Birds - "Special Delivery" (4:17)
Toshiyuki Honda - "Living In A City" (4:38)
Ronnie Foster - "Night Life" (2:59)
Bobby Lyle Trio - "Night Breeze" (6:39)
Katsutoshi Morizono - "Space Traveller" (4:09)
Review: Following the success of their previous Tokyo Glow compilation, Wewantsounds once again team up with Japanese Tokyo-based DJ Notoya to dig up the rich Electric Bird catalogue, and come with a subsequent, versatile selection of sunny jazz-funk gems recorded between 1978 and 1987 for the label. A tasty selection featuring Yasuaki Shimizu, Toshiyuki Honda and Mikio Masuda, together with a few American musicians such as Ronnie Foster and Bobby Lyle, most tracks here are making their debut outside of Japan, the album comes with a full annotation by Notoya and is a multifarious meander through every angle of the polygonal gamut of J-jazz, disco, city pop, and funk. Highlights include Masuda's 'Let's Get Together' and Foster's prototypical wonky funk number, 'Night Life'.
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Tokyo Bliss: Japanese Funk Boogie & City Pop From King Records 1974-88
DJ NOTOYA / VARIOUS
Cat: WWSCD 98. Rel: 13 Feb 25
Buzz - "Garasumado"
Mami Ayukawa - "Sabita Gambler"
Johnny Yoshinaga - "The Rain"
Keiko Toda - "Fade In"
Koji Kobayashi - "Bokura No Date"
Yuko Imai - "Hotel Twilight"
Kumiko Sawada - "Your Love's Away"
Masatoshi Kanno - "Day By Day"
Yuji Mitsuya - "After Five At Caf-Bar"
Fujimaru Band - "Paper Machine"
Review: Adding to the fervour around Japanese city pop - the genre is still a clogged but speculative seep for reissuers, who are keen to capitalise on the mainly Tokyo-born genre's still underground, under-recognised reserves of music - comes DJ Nutoya with a fresh and terse ten-tracker compilation: Tokyo Bliss. This breezy selection centres on the all-rounder genre's favourite international foci, boogie and funk: frissonic formulas for sensational home listening. Most tracks here make their debut on vinyl outside of Japan; from Buzz's pristine tremolo'er 'Garasumado', to Keiko Toda's escape-noteworthy 'Fade In' and Yuji Mitsuya's delirious summer disco dirge 'After Five At Caf-Bar', this is an impeccable curation job.
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The Sound Of  Heaven
DJ RAVIN / VARIOUS
The Sound Of Heaven (gatefold transparent blue vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: ZFM 001. Rel: 16 May 22
Atlantic Ocean - "The Hydrosphere" (3:38)
S&B - "Indian Tea" (4:25)
Marco Allevi - "Pacific Mountains" (4:22)
After Sunset - "After Sunset" (3:35)
Simon F - "Dimension Alpha" (4:16)
Chillout Marine - "Ballad Of The Midnight" (3:33)
Himalaya - "Prayer" (feat Hamalya) (3:53)
Polarity - "Litu" (2:14)
DP Project - "The Magic Dream Of Music" (3:56)
Breakfast Trim - "Dubai Sun" (3:21)
Ricky Stecca - "African Twilight" (3:37)
Dr Drummer - "Soul Cello" (feat Maxim - Desert Rose mix) (4:17)
Jack Lizzard - "Deep Relax" (2:58)
Devon Boy - "Get Away" (4:03)
Danny Hay - "Night In" (5:08)
Alex Latino - "Guitarra Sospesa" (4:15)
Stephen Aguilar - "Africa Time" (3:33)
Windsor Project - "The Wind Has No Borders" (3:36)
 in stock $31.85
Wamono A To Z Vol II: Japanese Funk 1970-1977
Cat: 180G WALP02. Rel: 08 Apr 21
Mieko Hirota - "Theme Of 'Doberman Cop'" (3:52)
Hiroshi Sato - "Bad Junky Blues" (3:48)
Sammy - "The In-&-Outer-Stomp-&-Shouter" (with Jiro Inagaki & Soul Media) (3:20)
Fujio Tokita - "Watashi No Beatles" (3:13)
School Band - "I Hope It's Fine" (4:03)
Bread & Butter - "Devil Woman" (2:57)
Hatsumi Shibata - "Singer Lady" (3:33)
Kan Mikami - "Jikokeno No Samba" (2:23)
Akira Yasuda & Beat Folk - "Yumura No Obaba" (3:04)
Pinky Chicks - "Tosetsu Donpan Bushi" (3:16)
Review: On the first instalment in the Wamono A to Z compilation series, released in September 2020, dusty-fingered diggers DJ Yoshizawa Dynamite.jp and Chintam focused on Japanese jazz-funk and rare groove gems recorded and released between 1968 and '80. For this speedy sequel, they've narrowed their focus further in order to showcase little-known Japanese funk slammers pressed to wax between 1970 and '77. As you'd expect, there's tons of absolute bangers amongst the 10 tracks on show, with highlights including the Blaxploitation movie soundtrack vibes of Mieko Hirota's 'Theme of Doberman Cop', the fuzzy, Hammond-sporting psych-funk of Fujio Tokita's quirky 'Watashi No Beatles', and the energetic, proto disco-funk of Hatsumi Shibata's 'Singer Lady'.
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タグ: Japanese funk | Japanese
 in stock $28.78
Wamono A to Z Vol III: Japanese Light Mellow Funk Disco & Boogie 1978-1988
Cat: 180GWALP 03. Rel: 30 Sep 21
Tetsuo Sakurai - "Kimono" (5:10)
Jadoes - "Friday Night" (extended dance mix) (5:44)
Yumi Sato - "Ame" (3:37)
Kiyohiko Ozaki - "Ojosan Ote Yawaraka Ni" (4:33)
Hitomi Tohyama - "Rainy Driver" (4:29)
Sentimental City Romance - "Hello Suisei" (5:30)
Mizuki Koyama - "Kare Niwa Kanawanai" (4:29)
Hitomi Tohyama - "Sweet Soul Music (Kiss Of Life)" (3:50)
Review: For the latest edition of their essential Wamano A to Z compilation series - the third to date - DJ Yoshiwza Dynamite JP and Chintam have decided to focus on "Japanese light mellow funk, disco and boogie" tracks recorded between 1978 and '88. Like its' predecessors, the eight-track set is heavy on obscurities and little-known cuts, as well as bona fide killer cuts. There's much to savour throughout, from the intergalactic, slap-bass propelled boogie brilliance of Jadoes' 'Friday Night (Extended Mix)' and the laidback funk bliss of Yumi Sato's 'Ame', to the smooth jazz-funk lusciousness of Hitomi Tohyama's 'Rainy Driver' and the Latin-infused, Teena Marie style electrofunk brilliance of Mizuki Koyami's 'Kare Niwa Kanawanai'.
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Wamono A To Z Vol 1: Japanese Jazz Funk & Rare Groove 1968-1980 (reissue)
Cat: 180GWALP 01RE. Rel: 02 Feb 22
Toshiko Yonekawa - "Soran Bushi" (2:45)
Takeo Yamashita - "A Touch Of Japanese Tone" (4:21)
Tadaaki Misago & Tokyo Cuban Boys - "Jongara Reggae" (3:38)
Chikara Ueda & The Power Station - "Cloudy" (6:08)
Chumei Watanabe - "Downtown Blues" (3:38)
Kifu Mitsuhashi - "Hanagasa Ondo" (2:51)
Monica Lassen & The Sounds - "Incitation" (5:29)
Norio Maeda, Jiro Inagaki & The All-Stars - "Go Go A Go Go" (3:19)
Akira Ishikawa & Count Buffalo & The Jazz Rock Band - "The Sidewinder" (2:41)
Masahiko Sato, Jiro Inagaki & Big Soul Media - "Sniper's Snooze" (6:42)
Review: Some compilations manage to both educate, inform and educate in equal measure; this fine collection from Japanese crate diggers DJ Yoshizawa Dynamite and Chintam is one such set. Comprising mostly little-known tracks recorded by Japanese artists between 1968 and '70, it offers up a wealth of cuts inspired by American jazz-funk "rare groove". There's much to admire across the ten tracks, from the mazy Rhodes solos, fizzing big band jazz grooves and traditional Eastern instrumentation of Toshiko Yonekawa's "Soran Bushi", and the languidly-slung brilliance of Tadaki Misago and Tokyo Cuban Boys' multi-faceted musical fusion "Jongara Reggae", to the Jimi Hendrix-goes-funk heaviness of "Incitation" by Monica Lassen & The Sounds, and the drums-driven dancefloor madness of Masahiko Sato Jiro Inagaki & Big Soul Media's "Sniper's Snooze". Recommended.
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 in stock $28.78
Jazz On The Corner Two
Jazz On The Corner Two (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: AJX2LP 503. Rel: 03 Jul 20
Stanley Turrentine - "The Magilla" (6:04)
Nina Simone - "I'm Gonna Leave You" (2:17)
The Jazz Crusaders - "Tough Talk" (2:38)
Gene Ammons - "Jungle Strut" (5:10)
George Benson - "Shape Of Things To Come" (5:14)
Nicola Conte - "Caravan" (5:38)
Duke Pearson - "Gira, Girou (Round & Round)" (7:17)
Chet Baker - "Do It The Hard Way" (3:01)
The Modern Jazz Quartet - "Concorde" (3:38)
Lorez Alexandria - "Nature Boy" (2:46)
Emanuel K Rahim & The Kaliqs - "Al Amin (The Knower)" (3:09)
Roberta Flack - "Compared To What" (5:13)
Horace Silver - "Tranquilizer Suite Part 4: Perservance & Eudurance" (6:08)
Emma-Jean Thackray - "Ley Lines" (4:43)
The Lyman Woodard Organisation - "Creative Musicians" (2:41)
Charles Earland - "Leaving This Planet" (7:22)
Brain Auger Oblivion Express - "Freedom Jazz Dance" (5:24)
Johnny Mercer - "That Old Black Magic" (2:44)
Roy Ayers - "A Tear To A Smile" (5:40)
Lonnie Liston Smith - "Summer Days" (5:51)
 in stock $30.74
We Know How To Boogie
We Know How To Boogie (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: BBE 333CLP. Rel: 30 Aug 16
Sharon Johnson - "A Better Day" (3:22)
TB Funk - "Free Blow" (the dub version - G&D edit) (5:01)
Kenny Pierce - "Done Been" (5:13)
Those Good Intentions - "We Know How To Boogie" (6:50)
Sherman Hunter - "Dance To Freedom" (8:12)
Gospel Keepers - "Never Gonna Give You Up" (5:38)
Living Color - "Plastic People" (G&D edit) (4:57)
Roller Disco - "Stone Luv" (4:15)
Carol Meriwether - "Love Ain't Just (A Physical Thing)" (9:35)
William Barlak - "Ain't No Doubt About It" (3:42)
Review: The Grasso is greener in Bologna: home to two of the most well-connected collectors in Italy. Suppliers to the likes of Kenny Dope, Phil Asher and Dimitri, Gino and Federico have carved their crate craft to insane levels over the last 30+ years... As shown on this detailed, widescreen boogie, funk and disco collection for BBC. Splattering the vibrant collection with a handful of their own edits (TB Funk's salubrious struts on "Free Blow", fly-by boogie falsettos on Living Color's "Plastic People"), the Grasso bro's have put together a package that's eye-opening, enlightening and damn fine to party to. See you on the other side.
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タグ: Disco Funk
 in stock $26.26
Late Night Tales Presents Automatic Soul
Cat: ALNLP 38. Rel: 28 Oct 14
Rene & Angela - "I'll Be Good"
Zapp - "Heartbreaker" (part I, part II)
Timex Social Club - "Rumors"
Mtume - "Juicy Fruit"
Sugardaddy - "Don't Look Any Further" (feat Ronika)
Meli'sa Morgan - "Fool's Paradise"
George Franklin Smallwood & Marshmellow Band - "You Know I Love You"
Royalle Delite - "I'll Be A Freak For You"
Bits & Pieces - "Don't Stop The Music"
Donna Allen - "Serious" (extended remix)
Change - "Change Of Heart"
The Gap Band - "I Owe It To Myself"
52nd Street - "You're My Last Chance" (reprieved dub)
Thelma Houston - "You Used To Hold Me So Tight"
Alexander O'Neal - "What's Missing"
Aurra - "You & Me Tonight" (extended version)
Samson & Delilah - "I Can Feel Your Love (Slippin' Away)"
Sharon Brown - "I Specialize In Love" (original 12" mix)
 in stock $32.97
Our Label Records Vol 1
GU / VARIOUS
Cat: UNIQ 3122. Rel: 27 Jun 24
The New Mastersounds - "Give Me A Minute" (part 1)
Renegades Of Jazz - "Magic Touch" (feat Alexia Coley)
The King Rooster - "Smudgin"
Diazpora - "Raw Meat - Diazpora"
Sir Ali Bengali - "ABX"
Diazpora - "Song 2" (feat Nora Kinga Becker)
Mothergroove - "Bastard"
WakeBake - "Soul Woman"
The Inmates - "Bread & Water"
The New Mastersounds - "Give Me A Minute" (part 2)
 in stock $17.05
Our Label Records Vol 1
GU / VARIOUS
Our Label Records Vol 1 (limited LP + 7")
Cat: UNIQ 3121. Rel: 27 Jun 24
The New Mastersounds - "Give Me A Minute" (LP- part 1)
Renegades Of Jazz - "Magic Touch" (feat Alexia Coley)
The King Rooster - "Smudgin'"
Diazpora - "Raw Meat"
Sir Ali Bengali - "ABX"
Diazpora - "Song 2" (feat Nora Kinga Becker)
Mothergroove - "Bastard"
Wake&Bake! - "Soul Woman"
The Inmates - "Bread & Water"
The New Mastersounds - "Give Me A Minute" (part 2)
Wake&Bake! - "PartyStarter" (7") (2:56)
Wake&Bake! - "Soul Woman" (3:04)
Review: The wonderful Our Label Records Vol. 1 celebrated two decades of rare funk 45s from the imprint's storied history and it now gets reissued for avid collectors and DJs who missed out first time around. Founded in 2005 by brothers Tom and Gu in London, the label soon got international acclaim by distributing tracks worldwide and establishing a niche for uptempo funk and soulful grooves. The compilation features hits like The New Mastersounds' 'Give Me A Minute Pt. 1 & Pt. 2' and Diazpora's 'Song 2'. With contributions from Mothergroove, Sir Ali Bengali, and Renegades Of Jazz, plus an exclusive track by The King Rooster, this release is vital to all proper funk heads.
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Straight From The Decks Vol 4: Guts Finest Selection From His Famous DJ Sets:
GUTS / VARIOUS
Cat: LP 28404. Rel: 18 Dec 24
Jacob Velez & La Mambanegra - "Manana" (feat Nidia Gongora) (2:46)
Tonada - "Manezco" (3:17)
El Hijo Del Buno - "La Danza Del Espiritu" (feat Los Gaiteros De Pueblob Santo) (3:32)
De Mar Y Rio - "Bailen Y Gocen" (3:52)
Umu Obiligbo - "Udemba" (3:35)
Amadou Balake - "Massa Kamba" (4:33)
Joi N'juno - "Samemala" (5:18)
Conjunto - "Koemanoe Sani" (3:44)
Mendes Brothers - "Balumuka Palops!" (5:15)
Gaby Moy - "Ene Alengue" (5:53)
Poirier - "Teke Fren" (feat Waahli) (2:59)
Timothee Et Pot & Co - "Rentre Dans Ton Hlm" (5:24)
Locobeach - "Idea Desesperada" (4:05)
Review: This latest offering is a testament to Guts' curatorial flair, stitching together rhythms from across the globe. Each track is carefully chosen to highlight soulful grooves and infectious melodies, all while maintaining a sense of discovery. The release moves effortlessly between vibrant Afrobeat, laidback funk, and hypnotic Caribbean influences, creating a natural flow that feels like an intimate DJ set. This is music with heart and authenticity, a celebration of the dancefloor's rich diversity.

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Estrellas
GUTS / VARIOUS
Estrellas (gatefold 3xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: HS 236VL. Rel: 24 Oct 22
El Retorno (0:52)
Ultima Llamada (9:08)
San Lazaro (4:00)
Yebo Edi Pachanga (5:18)
Dejame En Paz (5:43)
Oda (5:09)
Adduna Jarul Naawo (4:47)
Medewui (6:54)
Dakar De Noche (3:40)
Nunca Pierdo (9:34)
Por Que Ou Ka Fe Sa (6:52)
Sin Pantallas (4:15)
Barrio (3:31)
Dansons Cadences (4:50)
Il N'est Jamais Trop Tard (4:48)
Estrellas (7:39)
Estrellas (version Polvo) (3:11)
Review: Heavenly Sweetness has always dealt in music for the soul that is drawn from the worlds of funk, soul and jazz. This new collection of such tunes is another testament to that with a heavily international and world bent. Oodles of Latin, hip hop and Afro vibes pervade the tunes by Guts aka Fabrice Franck Henri alongside a whole host of collaborators. He's a super prolific talent who has put out some ten albums in just over a decade and Estrellas is one of his best. It comes on six sides of delicious wax and takes you on a trip to sunny climates from Cuba to Brazil.
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タグ: Latin | Salsa | Latin Funk | French | Afro Cuban
 in stock $37.45
Straight From The Decks Vol 4
GUTS / VARIOUS
Cat: PVS 029. Rel: 19 Dec 24
Jacobo Velez & La Mambanegra - "Manana" (feat Nidia Gongor) (2:46)
Tonada - "Manezco" (3:17)
El Hijo Del Buno - "La Danza Del Espiritu" (feat Los Gaiteros De Pueblob Santo) (3:32)
De Mar Y Rio - "Bailen Y Gocen" (3:52)
Umu Obiligbo - "Udemba" (3:35)
Amadou Balake - "Massa Kamba" (4:33)
Joi N'juno - "Samemala" (5:18)
Avila Santo - "Wole" (3:44)
Oliver N'goma - "Icole" (5:15)
Patrick Saint-eloi - "Ay Pwan Van" (5:53)
Timothee Et Pot & Co - "Rentre Dans Ton Hlm" (2:59)
Adelasio Muangole - "Nao Fatiga Muangole" (5:24)
Locobeach - "Idea Desesperada" (4:05)
Review: Guts is a renowned French producer, DJ and vinyl connoisseur known for curating impeccable selections of global sounds. He has done so three times before for this series on Heavenly Sweetness and now returns with a fourth volume that arrives just in time for party season. This essential compilation traverses vibrant Latin rhythms, dynamic Afrobeat, soulful grooves and infectious tropical rhythms to make for a far-travelling listen. Again it shows off Guts' unmatched ability to uncover hidden gems and present them with fresh energy in an eclectic yet cohesive celebration of music's global spirit.
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タグ: African | Latin | Afrobeat | Zouk
 in stock $13.98
The World Of Keith Haring
Keith HARING / VARIOUS
The World Of Keith Haring (unmixed 2xCD + 48 page booklet)
Cat: SJRCD 444. Rel: 28 Jun 19
B Beat Girls - "For The Same Man"
Damon Harris - "It's Music"
Pylon - "Danger"
The Jonzun Crew - "Pak Man"
Funk Masters - "Love Money"
John Sex - "Bump & Grind It"
Sylvester - "Over & Over" (12" Disco mix)
The Girls - "Jeffrey I Hear You"
Johnny Dynell & New York 88 - "Jam Hot (Rhumba Rock)"
Talking Heads - "I Zimbra"
Art Zoyd - "Sortie 134" (part 2)
Class Action - "Weekend" (Larry Levan mix)
Adiche - "Chuka-Ja (Get Ready)"
The Girls - "The Elephant Man"
The Golden Flamingo Orchestra - "The Guardian Angel Is Watching Over Us"
Gray - "Cut It Up High Priest"
Extra T's - "ET Boogie"
Convertion - "Let's Do It"
Yoko Ono - "Walking On Thin Ice"
Fab 5 Freddy - "Change The Beat"
Review: Curated as part of the iconic street artist's Tate exhibition this year, The World Of Keith Haring unites many of the talented souls Keith knew, or was inspired by, during his prolific rise as one of the most vital cultural spokesmen through the 70s and 80s. Soundtracking the gritty downtown NYC streets he made his first mark on, this limited collection captures the whole melting pot from b-boy culture with cuts such as "E.T Boogie" and "Bump N Grind", raw boogie and soul ("Over & Over") and pure drama ("The Guardian Angel Is Watching Over Us"). A powerful collection as striking and relatable as his own signature.
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Played by: I Love Disco!
 in stock $15.37
Reggae Funk & Soul 1969-1975
Cat: DSRLP 009. Rel: 13 Oct 16
The Preacher - "Black Moses" (3:43)
The Chosen Few - "People Make The World Go Round" (3:20)
Derrick Harriott & The Chosen Few - "Psychedelic Train" (2:59)
The Crystalites - "Stranger In Town" (2:51)
Karl Bryan & The Crystalites - "Slippery" (2:56)
Derrick Harriott - "Message From A Black Man" (4:14)
The Chosen Few - "Am I Black Enough" (3:14)
Bongo Herman & Les - "Home Sweet Home" (2:33)
Bongo Herman & Les - "Hail I" (3:54)
Pat Satchmo - "A Handful Of Friends" (3:18)
I Roy - "Tougher Than Tough" (3:11)
Derrick Harriott - "Brown Baby" (4:05)
Crystal Generation - "Hell Below" (2:26)
Ramon & The Crystalites - "Golden Chickens" (2:45)
The Chosen Few - "Going Back Home" (3:10)
Noel Brown - "Phoenix" (2:17)
Kingstonians - "Right From Wrong" (3:23)
The Chosen Few - "I'm Sorry" (2:30)
Kim Harriott - "Just Want To Be Your Joy" (2:43)
Junior Murvin - "Rescue The Children" (3:46)
 in stock $38.28
Gratitude: Free Soul Treasure
Toru HASIMOTO / VARIOUS
Cat: OTS 317. Rel: 28 Dec 23
Gil Scott-Heron - "I Think I'll Call It Morning" (3:31)
Foster Sylvers - "Misdemeanor" (2:20)
Dorothy Moore - "Girl Overboard" (3:40)
The Frank Cunimondo Trio - "We've Only Just Begun" (feat Lynn Marino) (2:18)
Barbara Acklin - "Am I The Same Girl" (2:50)
Alice Clark - "Don't You Care" (2:34)
Leon Thomas - "Love Each Other" (3:08)
The Salsoul Orchestra - "Run Away" (feat Loleatta Holloway) (4:42)
Honey Cone - "Want Ads" (2:41)
Freda Payne - "We've Gotta Find A Way Back To Love" (3:06)
Reid, Inc - "What Am I Gonna Do" (3:27)
Judy Roberts - "You Light Up My Life" (3:52)
Four Below Zero - "My Baby's Got ESP" (5:17)
Average White Band - "Queen Of My Soul" (3:50)
Latimore - "Jolie" (3:02)
Maryann Farra & Satin Soul - "You Got To Be The One" (4:58)
The Lost Generation - "Love Land" (2:22)
Jewel Bass - "Let Your Love Rain Down On Me" (3:54)
Eloise Laws - "Ain't It Good Feeling Good" (3:45)
Sharon Ridley - "Changin'" (6:21)
Nina Simone - "My Baby Just Cares For Me" (3:33)
Little Beaver - "Party Down" (part 1) (3:16)
 in stock $27.67
Overdose Of The Holy Ghost: The Sound Of Gospel Through The Disco & Boogie Eras
David HILL / VARIOUS
Cat: ZEDDLP 028. Rel: 23 Oct 21
The Clark Sisters - "Everything's Gonna Be Alright" (Joey Negro edit)
Sharon Johnson - "A Better Day"
Dan Greer - "Love Is The Message" (Joey Negro edit)
Ricky Womack & Christian Essence - "I Need You" (Joey Negro edit)
Shirley Caesar - "Heavenly Father"
Elbernita 'Twinkle' Clark - "Awake O Zion"
The Clark Sisters - "Overdose Of The Holy Ghost"
Kristle - "I'll Go"
The Young Delegation - "He Lives"
Rahni Harris & Family Love - "He's My Friend"
Review: Dave 'Joey Negro' Lee's Z Record imprint hit the compilation gold mine once again, calling on the curatorial skills of Dave Hill, former Ballistic Brother and founder of the iconic Nuphonic label, to flex his latter day Gospel expertise for the superb Overdose Of The Holy Ghost. This double LP collection sees Hill chart Gospel music through it's 70s and 80s period as the influences of nascent disco and boogie bore fruit. The chance to own the absolutely belting cover version of Sylvester's "I Need You" by Ricky Womack & Christian Essence in edited Joey Negro format will mean instant purchase for many current disc jockeys, but there is plenty more spiritually enlightened disco heat around it. Essential release!
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 in stock $27.11
Funky Best (remastered)
Jiro INAGAKI / VARIOUS
Funky Best (remastered) (limited heavyweight vinyl LP with obi-strip)
Cat: CNLP 82. Rel: 04 Sep 24
I Don't Know What It Is, But It Sure Is Funky (2:53)
Boogie Joe, The Grinder (3:28)
Machine Gun (3:02)
Hair (3:39)
Express (3:36)
Jungle Boogie (3:28)
Living For The City (3:48)
Loose Booty (2:22)
Fire (3:51)
Outa Space (3:32)
Funky Stuff (2:03)
Review: Japan meets funky disco in an explosive fusion led by maestro Jiro Inagaki here on a classic album that gets a worthy reissue. In a particularly inspired year during which he also released Funky Stuff on Nippon Columbia, Inagaki masterfully reinterprets tracks by Quincy Jones, Commodores, Graham Central Station, B.T. Express, Kool and The Gang, Stevie Wonder, Sly and The Family Stone, Ohio Players, Ripple, and Billy Preston on this one. He does so in collaboration with Hiromasa Suzuki, a prominent name in Japanese jazz, and seasoned session musicians who add their own spice. Inagaki brings a fresh, danceable sound here with a broad mix of inspirations from jazz to city pop all shining through.
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 in stock $35.49
WaJazz Legends: Jiro Inagaki (Japanese Edition)
WaJazz Legends: Jiro Inagaki (Japanese Edition) (gatefold 180 gram gold vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: 180 GHMVLP. Rel: 28 Sep 23
Jiro Inagaki & His Soul Media - "Head Rock" (4:22)
Jiro Inagaki & Big Soul Media - "Sniper's Snooze" (6:41)
Jiro Inagaki & His Soul Media - "Inanome" (4:50)
Soul Media - "Breeze" (4:35)
Jiro Inagaki & Soul Big Media - "Freedom Jazz Dance" (4:04)
Jiro Inagaki & Big Soul Media - "By The Red Stream" (10:34)
Jiro Inagaki & His Soul Media - "Back Off Boogaloo" (3:01)
Jiro Inagaki & Soul Media - "Theme" (3:06)
Jiro Inagaki & His Soul Media - "Twenty One" (5:34)
Jiro Inagaki & Soul Media - "Wandering Birds" (feat Sammy) (5:26)
Jiro Inagaki & Soul Media - "That's How I Feel" (3:38)
Soul Media - "Memory Lane" (4:23)
Jiro Inagaki & The All-Stars - "Barock" (3:06)
Jiro Inagaki & Aki & Big Soul Media - "Guru" (6:23)
Soul Media - "Painted Paradise" (6:44)
Jiro Inagaki & His Friends - "Express" (No SE version) (3:34)
Review: Japanese jazzmasuta Jiro Inagaki is graced by a stunning new tribute album via 180g, Legends, which celebrates his 90th birthday in 16-track compilation form. Made up entirely of works made between 1968 and 1980, and selected by DJ and producer Yusuke Ogawa, this is an album made almost entirely of Jiro's best-known instrumentals, not least a formerly unreleased version of the standout 'Express'. The recordings are impeccable, and this is a standard which does not waver over the entire 12-year period this LP spans.
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Played by: LEGO EDIT
 in stock $48.90
Late Night Tales
JAMIROQUAI / VARIOUS
Late Night Tales (180 gram vinyl 2xLP + art print + MP3 download code)
Cat: ALNLP 10. Rel: 21 Dec 23
The Pointer Sisters - "Happiness" (3:58)
Commodores - "Girl, I Think The World About You" (4:34)
Rufus & Chaka Khan - "Once You Get Started" (4:27)
Johnny Hammond - "Fantasy" (7:26)
Ramsey Lewis - "Whisper Zone" (3:01)
Leon Ware - "What's Your Name" (4:12)
Ashford & Simpson - "Stay Free" (5:24)
Kleeer - "Tonight's The Night" (7:12)
Dexter Wansel - "I'll Never Forget (My Favourite Disco)"
Sister Sledge - "Pretty Baby"
Jose Feliciano - "California Dreamin'"
Dexter Wansel - "Life On Mars"
Lalo Schifrin - "Theme From Enter The Dragon" (main Title) (2:17)
Marvin Gaye - "Here, My Dear" (2:49)
Patrice Rushen - "Music Of The Earth" (3:52)
Brian Blessed - "The White City" (part 3) (10:39)
Review: The Late Night Tales series is an absolute bastion of late-night parties back at yours after a heavy club session, or maybe even on a Sunday morning to welcome you to a day of being hungover. Everyone who is everyone had made their entry over the years and used the chance to show off a different side to their sound and that is just what cosmic disco funkster Jamiroquai did when he stopped up. Now his fine choices get pressed up to four sides of vinyl for this fine reissue.
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Arthur Joly E Convidados
Arthur JOLY / VARIOUS
Cat: 00101. Rel: 23 Feb 21
Minimoog (3:24)
Farfisa (3:26)
OP 1 (3:11)
Hammond (3:26)
Hammond B3 (3:37)
Vinyl (2:33)
Fender Rhodes (2:58)
Clavinet (2:08)
Mellotron (3:32)
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 in stock $15.17
Brazil 45 Boxset Vol 3 Curated By Kenny Dope (Record Store Day RSD 2022)
KENNY DOPE / VARIOUS
Cat: MRB 7206. Rel: 07 May 22
Luli Lucina E O Bando - "Flor Lilas" (Kenny Dope remix) (2:54)
Jayme Marques - "Berimbao" (5:42)
Di Melo - "Pernalonga" (Kenny Dope remix) (3:36)
Toni Tornado - "Sou Negro" (2:23)
Milton Banana Trio - "Primitivo" (2:43)
Milton Banana Trio - "Cidade Vazia" (2:51)
Papete - "Procissao Dos Mortos" (2:57)
Papete - "Domingo No Parque" (4:56)
Antonio Carlos & Jocafi - "Quem Vem La" (Kenny Dope remix) (3:52)
Miguel De Deus - "Black Soul Brothers" (Kenny Dope edit) (3:40)
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Movements Vol 12
Tobias KIRMAYER / VARIOUS
Movements Vol 12 (gatefold 2xLP + 7" + MP3 download code)
Cat: TRLP 9122BONUS7. Rel: 05 Sep 24
Johnny April - "She Had A Pikanese" (feat Mat Matthews Quartet) (2:13)
Lu Elliott - "Common Sense" (2:24)
Lloyd Fatman - "No Big Thing" (part 1 & 2) (4:25)
Billy J - "Teacher Teach Me" (3:01)
Wayne Johnson & The Bridage - "Scram Gravy Ain't Wavy" (2:04)
4 Dimensions - "Hipper Snapper" (2:43)
The Villagers - "Funky Broadway" (3:56)
The Rippers - "Honesty" (3:28)
Exceptional Citizens Band - "Proud Mary" (5:38)
Gus Brendel - "Sax On The Rocks" (2:22)
The Hornets - "Seven Days To Tahiti" (2:40)
Bret Breitinger - "Jive Samba" (4:59)
Downtown Trio - "Summertime" (6:21)
ONYX - "Break It Loose" (part 1) (3:16)
The Shake & Bake Band - "Shake And Bake" (part 1 & 2) (6:41)
Lou Jackson - "Outside Looking In" (3:05)
Energy Crisis - "Tough Times Blues" (2:37)
Soul Unlimited - "Do It" (3:02)
Soul Unlimited - "Darkside Of Town" (2:43)
Review: Movements Vol.12 fills a bag of rare rhythm & blues, mod-jazz, and mid '70s funk. Launching on a note of obscure rhythm and blues from the 60s, most of the tracks heard thence were sifted from "hopelessly obscure" 7" singles; hopelessly obscure, that is, until now, when many a ravenous compilation curator seek to restore their honour. With most of the tracks doused in vocal reverb, and coming filled with oodles of commonsensical wisdom and everyday tootling advice, we segue from deepfunk to big band to mood jazz and then back to funk, the most impressive in the lattermost category having got to be the 4 Dimensions' 'Hipper Snapper' and Gus Brendel's 'Sax On The Rocks'; the instrumental side of the record is especially great.
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Off Track Volume III: Brooklyn
KON & AMIR / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 130CLP. Rel: 28 Feb 19
SFB - "Burnin' Up" (Kon's edit) (4:42)
Donny McCullough - "From The Heart" (Kon's Multi remix) (6:33)
Taxie - "Rock Don't Stop" (3:32)
The Mazyck Project - "More Power To You" (4:39)
The Edge Of Daybreak - "EOB (Edge Of Daybreak)" (4:01)
Shake - "Lost In Space" (5:12)
Oby Onyioha - "Enjoy Your Life" (6:18)
Bomp - "Disco Power" (4:57)
Christy Essien Igbokwe - "You Can't Change A Man" (3:57)
Harry Mosco - "Sexy Dancer" (6:37)
Goddy Oku - "Dont' Ask Me" (5:37)
Review: BBE unearth another batch of rare and underexposed disco cuts on Off Track Vol 3. Compiled by the crate digging New York/Boston based duo Kon & Amir, the release gives an authentic representation of Brooklyn’s ghetto, funk and afro music scenes. Sophisticated tracks for real music heads
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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Sounds Of Lecak Vol 1
KRIBO RECORDS / VARIOUS
Sounds Of Lecak Vol 1 (gatefold 2xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: GGB 026LP/AV004LP. Rel: 23 Jun 22
Sitar Funk Group - "Prem Durga" (4:44)
The Kribo Brothers - "Yokoso" (4:07)
Rebana Funk Brothers - "Zapin Lucah" (2:38)
Golden Mile Band - "Thai Whiskey" (3:35)
Wah Wah Thai - "Maak" (5:17)
Hail Atan & Rebana Funk Brothers - "Inang Bo Tinang" (3:23)
Anak Anak Abu - "Korkap Mestap" (4:21)
Golden Mile Band - "Ogy Mat Daud" (3:18)
Geylang Electric Phin Band - "Hek Sib Gau" (3:24)
Hong Chungao Street Band - "Luna" (3:18)
The Ugly Voices - "Parkiu" (3:05)
Budak Bawah Blok - "Teksi Dreba" (3:31)
The Ugly Voices - "Mak Janda" (2:52)
The Ugly Voices - "Senandung Dua Alam" (3:30)
Eri - "Oh Rumah" (3:40)
Golden Mile Band - "Morning Sex" (3:41)
Budak Bawah Blok - "Pusing Pusing Balek Balek Sama" (3:55)
Golden Mile Band - "Dingdong" (4:15)
Maggot - "The Great Wall Of Aria" (5:10)
Aaliya - "Penghujung Dunia" (2:56)
タグ: Asian | Psychedelic Funk
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From Kingston To Miami: King Sporty Works 1971-1983
Cat: CDSOL 46663. Rel: 11 Jul 24
Ronnie Keaton & Ocean Liners - "Going Down For The Last Time" (part 1)
Chosen Few - "Wondering"
King Sporty - "Thinking Of You"
King Sporty - "I'm In A Dancing Mood"
Ernest Ranglin - "In The Rain"
Ocean Liners - "Self Destruct"
King Sporty - "Don't Kill The Goose"
King Sporty - "Dance To The Music" (part 1)
King Sporty - "The More Things Change" (instrumental)
Band Ocean Liners - "Foxy Funk"
Chosen Few - "Funky Butter"
Timmy Thomas - "Africano"
King Sporty & The Root Rockers - "Fire Keep On Burning"
Phillip & Lloyd - "Keep On Moving"
Noel Williams - "Shoot It From The Hip"
King Sporty & The Root Rockers - "Summer Time"
Bobbie Houston - "I Want To Make It With You"
Della Humphrey - "Dreamland"
King Sporty - "Groovin' Out On Life"
King Sporty - "Driftaway"
King Sporty - "Concrete Jungle"
Review: Daisuke Kuroda has ben DJing since 1990 when the rare groove movement in his native Japan was in full flow. He slowly evolved into the funk world and is now regarded as one of deep funks finest ever DJs over in the Far East. He started Japan's leading deep funk club event series SEARCHING and runs his own Wah Wah party each month, amongst several other things. He heads up a 45 reissue label founded at the beginning of 2015 so is the perfect man to be asked to curate From Kingston To Miami: King Sporty Works 1971-1983, a collection of deep cut funk sounds that span the world from the 70s to the 80s.
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タグ: Disco Funk
 in stock $24.03
Black Man's Cry: The Inspiration Of Fela Kuti
Fela KUTI / VARIOUS
Cat: NA 5056CD. Rel: 13 Feb 10
Cumbia Moderna De Soledad - "Shacalao"
Dan Snatch & His Atomic 8 Dance Band - "Woman Pin Down"
6th Infantry Brigade Of The Nigerian Army - "Black & Proud"
Bola Johnson - "Hot Pants"
Segun Bucknor - "Adebo"
Bola Johnson - "Never Trust A Woman"
Jerry Hansen - "Sisi Mi"
Lisandro Meza - "Shacalao"
Lever Brothers Say Flamingoes - "Egbi Mi O/Black Man's Cry Melody"
Mosco Tiles Fonclaire Steel Orchestra - "Black Man's Cry"
Sylvania East Side Symphony - "Egbi Mi O/Black Man's Cry Melody"
Phirpo Y Sus Caribes - "Comencemos"
Daktaris - "Up Side Down"
Karl Hector & The Malcouns - "Toure Samar"
Whitefield Brothers - "Lullaby For Lagos"
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Red Hot & Fela (10th Anniversary Edtion)
Fela KUTI / VARIOUS
Red Hot & Fela (10th Anniversary Edtion) (limited yellow & red vinyl 2xLP + insert)
Cat: KFR 11313. Rel: 26 Oct 23
Baloji & L'Orchestre De La Katuba - "Buy Africa" (feat Kuku) (5:20)
TUnE-YArDs, Questlove, Angelique Kidjo & Akua Naru - "Lady" (5:17)
Spoek Mathambo & Zaki Ibrahim - "Yellow Fever" (4:04)
Nneka, Sinkane, Amayo & Superhuman Happiness - "No Buredi (No Bread)" (5:28)
Just A Band & Childish Gambino - "Who No Know Go No Know" (6:03)
My Morning Jacket - "Trouble Sleep Yanga Wake AM" (with Merrill Garbus & Brittany Howard) (14:07)
Kyp Malone & Tunde Adebimpe, Kronos Quartet & Stuart Bogie - "Sorrow Tears & Blood" (8:32)
Superhuman Happiness - "ITT (International Thief Thief)" (with Sahr Ngaujah, Abena Koomson & Rubblebucket) (6:03)
Tony Allen, M1 & Baloji - "Afrodisco Beat 2013" (4:28)
Just A Band, Bajah & Chance The Rapper - "Gentleman" (5:41)
Gender Infinity - "Highlife Time" (3:38)
Spoek Mathambo, Cerebral Cortex, Frown - "Zombie" (4:53)
KING - "Go Slow" (4:18)
Review: Fela Kuti lives on! This is the 10th Anniversary reissue of the classic tribute album Red Hot & Fela, pressed on opaque banana yellow and opaque red vinyl, with proceeds benefiting the Red Hot organization. Since his death in 1997 from complications related to AIDS, Fela Kuti has grown from a West African household name and musician's musician in Europe and the Americas, to a worldwide musical icon. This album hears thirteen collaborative supergroups - made up of stars including Childish Gambino, Kronos Quartet, Spoek Mathambo, Sinkane, Tune-Yards and Baloji & L'orchestre De La Katuba - pay tribute to the Nigerian musician and activist, taking after him in style and cover. Successful, they translate the Afrobeatific sound of Kuti, Africa 70 and Egypt 80 towards an electrified present and future.
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タグ: Afrobeat
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The Prestige Selection
Cat: IRM 2364. Rel: 13 May 24
Just Shake
Yesaye
Out Of Here (with Pomante)
Funk In A Min (with Pomante)
If Your On My Mind (feat Dina York)
Mega Funk
Not Wrong (feat Dina York)
Best Man In The World (feat Dina York)
Funky Tropicale
Brasilek
Urban Funk
All Night Long
Tierjag (with Pomante)
Bua (with Pomante)
Operator
Juice Fruit
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Bosporus Bridges: A Wide Selection Of Turkish Jazz & Funk 1968-1978
LASARUS / ROSKOW / VARIOUS
Cat: TWIMO 01LP. Rel: 10 Mar 06
Emin Findikoglu - "Cecen Kizi"
Mustafa Okzent Ve Orkestrasi - "Dolana Dolana"
Erkut Tackin - "Sevmek Istiyorum"
Fikret Kizilok - "Aybatti" (edit)
Erkin Koray - "Karli Daglar"
Aksu Orkestrasi - "Bermuda Seytan Ucgeni"
Ferdi Ozbegen - "Kopruden Gecti Gelin"
Erol Peckan - "Senlik"
Okay Temiz - "Denizalti Ruzgarlari"
Erol Peckan Orkestrasi - "Gel Sevigilim"
Durul Gence 10 - "Hilal"
Played by: Suonho
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Going On Down The Road
Cat: CHARLY 770LP. Rel: 08 Jul 24
Daisy Burrris - "Four Strong Winds" (1:55)
Perk Lee - "The Docks" (2:07)
The Delcos - "Just Ask" (2:22)
The Fabulettes - "If It Wasn't For Girls" (2:22)
Ray & Dave - "Wrong, Wrong, Wrong" (2:50)
Compliments - "Beware, Beware" (2:51)
The Georgia Prophets - "Don't You Think It's Time" (2:13)
Frankie Newsome - "Tauting Love" (3:54)
Cashmeres - "Finally Waking Up (Bashful Man)" (2:31)
Tiny Tim Harris - "Don’t Say" (2:46)
Lenny McDaniel & The New Era - "Something Out Of Nothing" (2:32)
Lee Bates & Point Of View - "I’m Superman" (2:28)
Thomas East - "Follow The Rainbow" (3:27)
Benny Spellman - "This Is For You My Love" (2:18)
The Bobettes - "You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet" (2:30)
The Sonatas - "Going On Down The Road" (2:36)
Review: Levanna, the celebrated "Northern Soul Girl," shines in her new 'rare soul' series from the Charly vaults. As an influencer, dancer, promoter and DJ, she brings her energetic personality and deep love for Northern Soul to this LP compilation. Gathering her rare grooves in one record, this release is a DJ's delight, eliminating the need for extensive crate digging. Levanna's dedication and passion for Northern Soul music have earned her widespread respect and press acclaim. This collection captures her vibrant spirit and showcases some of the finest, hard-to-find tracks, making it an essential addition for any Northern Soul enthusiast.
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Luke Una Presents E Soul Cultura
LUKE UNA / VARIOUS
Luke Una Presents E Soul Cultura (limited gatefold orange vinyl 2xLP + insert)
Cat: MRBLP 244SP. Rel: 26 Jul 23
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti - "Eva" (5:45)
Chene Noir - "Le Train" (4:31)
Metropolis - "Every Time I See Him" (4:04)
The Brand New Heavies - "Stay This Way" (feat N'Dea Davenport - The Lunar dub) (5:25)
Typesun - "The PL" (extended edit) (5:15)
King Errisson - "Space Queen" (7:00)
Yusef Lateef - "Robot Man" (6:30)
Daniel Humair, Francois Jeanneau & Henri Texier - "Le Cyclope"
Airto Moreira - "O Galho Da Roseira (The Branches Of The Rose Tree)"
Francisco - "Wache"
Nar'Chiveol - "Apocalypse Now Ho" (4:41)
On - "Southern Freeez" (8:05)
Soylent Green - "After All" (6:28)
Review: As part of a new glut of music from Mr. Bongo comes this new curator's compilation from Luke Una. Featuring tracks from Yusef Lateef, Airto Moreira, Crooked Man, Henri Texier and many more, Una collates these tracks under the umbrella of 'E-Soul Cultura' - a kind of nocturnal underground soul, disco and funk (both new and old) that the disenfranchised inheritors of the Earth prefer to play in their sleepy, tucked away home kitchens and lofts. A blend of Latinxfuturism, space-age jazz and all manner of folk exquisites appear - not to mention a slew of infectious house detours on the latter half.
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E Soul Cultura Volume 2
LUKE UNA / VARIOUS
Cat: MRBCD 268. Rel: 12 Jun 23
Real Thing - "Children Of The Ghetto"
Avis - "Baby, This Love I Have"
Veronica Mickie - "Lost Children"
Rare Silk - "Storm" (Arp Duppy Chip mix)
LFO - "Shove Piggy Shove"
Bach Revolution - "DE 108"
Andi Otto - "Bangalore Whispers" (feat MD Pallavi)
Michael De Albuquerque - "We May Be Cattle But We All Got Names"
Pyranha - "Clepsydre"
Yargo - "Marimba"
Okyerema Asante & Black Fire - "Play A Sweet Rhythm On Them Drums" (feat Plunky)
Mr Scruff - "Giffin" (feat Nke - taken re-edit Speechless dub mix)
Isis - "In Essense"
Frank Hatchett - "Malibu Nites"
Review: A UK club culture icon for all the right reasons, Luke Unabomber has put in a helluva shift over the years bringing the best tunes to the best parties for decades upon decades. He might be just as visible these days as a social media raconteur-comedian, but his depth of knowledge is unfathomable and a compilation like this is the perfect vessel to realise just a little of what he possesses in his fabled record shelves. Away from direct dancefloor firecrackers, this is a chance for Una to show off some jaw-dropping mellow cuts spanning soul, jazz funk, spaced-out electro and scores more obscurities besides. It's a collection like no other, featuring fully fledged songs that will burrow into the soundtrack of your own life without even a shred of resistance.
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We've Got A Groovy Thing Going: The Latin Soul Of Bobby Marin
Bobby MARIN / VARIOUS
Cat: VAMPI 302. Rel: 19 Sep 24
Bobby Marin - "Movin' Much Too Fast" (3:16)
Bobby Marin - "A Groovy Thing Going" (3:19)
Richie & The Ps 54 School Yard - "Hey Mr. Skyjacker" (2:18)
Ricardo Marrero And The Group/The Ps 54 School Yard - "What I Feel" (2:06)
Bobby Marin & The Latin Chords - "Take A Ride" (feat Sonny Bravo) (3:00)
Bobby Marin & The Latin Chords - "Work Your Show" (feat Sonny Bravo) (3:23)
Bobby Marin & The Latin Chords - "'Neath The Heat Of The Summer Sun" (feat Sonny Bravo) (2:46)
107th Street Stickball Team - "Barbara With The Kooky Eyes" (2:19)
107th Street Stickball Team - "Mojo Shingaling" (2:20)
107th Street Stickball Team - "Rhythm And Soul" (2:21)
Louie Ramirez & His Orchestra - "Lucy's Spanish Harlem" (3:05)
Louie Ramirez & His Orchestra - "Love It Up" (2:59)
Johnny Rodriguez & Angel Rene Orchestra - "Jumpin' Around" (2:24)
La Cucaracha Brass - "Takin' Over" (4:08)
La Cucaracha Brass - "Hey, Mama" (2:52)
Herbie Olivieri & The Latin Blues Band - "We Belong Together" (2:50)
Herbie Oliveri & The Latin Blues Band - "Come Live With Me" (2:44)
The Ghetto Brothers - "Got This Happy Feeling" (4:33)
Los Africanos - "Do It" (4:52)
Los Africanos - "Pamoja Watu (Together People)"
Los Africanos - "It's Your Thing"
Ocho - "Undress My Mind"
La Crema - "Cisco Kid"
Louie Ramirez - "Gimme, Take It" (Bobby Marin edit)
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Midnight Massiera: The B Music Of Jean Pierre Massiera
Cat: FKR 022LPX. Rel: 08 Jul 22
Visitors - "Visitors" (3:33)
SEM Studios - "Ivresse Des Profondeurs" (3:12)
Jesus - "L'Electrocute" (2:53)
Les Chats Renaissance - "Bizarre" (3:41)
The Starlights - "Mao Mao" (2:34)
Basile - "Il Tubo Dell' Anno" (2:02)
Chico Magnetic Band - "Pop Or Not" (2:22)
Les Maledictus Sound - "Kriminal Theme" (2:34)
Jesus - "Songe Mortuaire" (2:49)
Basile - "Engins Bizarres Et Gens Entranges" (2:17)
Human Egg - "Onomatopaeia" (2:12)
Les Monegasques - "Psychose" (2:13)
Chris Gallbert - "Sing Sing" (3:03)
Herman's Rockets - "Space Woman" (4:18)
The Piranha'Sounds - "La Turbie Pirhanienne" (2:50)
Human Egg - "Egg" (1:10)
Les Maledictus Sound - "Inside My Brain" (2:49)
After Life - "(Le Secret De) La Vieille Dame" (3:01)
Review: Jean-Pierre Massiera lived in his own little world with his own famous studio in the South of France. He is as master of outsider sounds from pop to funk and often transcends all these sounds with psychedelia. He is a perfect embodiment of the Finders Keeper label and that is why he is back on it with a reissue of his classic compendium Midnight Massiera. This special limited edition version captures all of weird and wonderful sounds and left of centre grooves. The once called himself Jesus while stood informant of a theatrical electric chair crucifixion, and he certainly has a godly talent.
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With Love: Volume 1 Compiled By Miche
MICHE / VARIOUS
With Love: Volume 1 Compiled By Miche (gatefold 2xLP + insert)
Cat: MRBLP 260. Rel: 23 Sep 22
South Funk Blvd - "Skying High (Getting Off On Your Lovin')" (4:02)
Ad Libs - "Don't Need No Fortune Teller" (3:45)
Atlantis - "Hung Up About You" (4:21)
Smoke Inc - "Waitin' For Love" (4:10)
Mandisa - "Summer Love" (3:54)
City Lites - "Now You've Gone Away" (4:13)
Papaya - "Favela" (6:41)
Alcione - "Este Mundo Tem" (2:39)
Quintaessencia - "Serrado" (4:02)
Superior Elevation - "It Was September" (4:17)
Keith Chism & Light - "My Life & Song" (4:50)
Belita Woods - "Magic Corner" (3:16)
Spare Hare - "Ain't No Doubt About It" (3:40)
Sammy Acuna - "Never Found A Girl" (4:56)
Sweet Mixture - "House Of Fun & Love" (3:01)
Review: Mr. Bongo continues in their mission to peddle the feel-good, compiling rare Brazilian, gospel, modern soul and jazz fusion music, all with a bent towards ecstatic dance. Not taking itself too seriously yet still dipping one toe in the mystical and romantic, our favorites from the comp include 'Don't Need No Fortune Teller' and the patient 'Waiting For Love', all compiled by Mr. Bongo director and former Spiritland programmer Miche.
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With Love: Volume 1 Compiled By Miche
MICHE / VARIOUS
With Love: Volume 1 Compiled By Miche (limited gatefold transparent yellow vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: MRBLP 260TY. Rel: 23 Sep 22
South Funk Blvd - "Skying High (Getting Off On Your Lovin')" (4:01)
Ad Libs - "Don't Need No Fortune Teller" (3:44)
Atlantis - "Hung Up About You" (4:21)
Smoke Inc - "Waitin' For Love" (4:10)
Mandisa - "Summer Love" (3:54)
City Lites - "Now You've Gone Away" (4:12)
Papaya - "Favela" (6:42)
Alcione - "Este Mundo Tem" (2:38)
Quintaessencia - "Serrado" (4:01)
Superior Elevation - "It Was September" (4:16)
Keith Chism & Light - "My Life & Song" (4:51)
Belita Woods - "Magic Corner" (3:16)
Spare Hare - "Ain't No Doubt About It" (3:40)
Sammy Acuna - "Never Found A Girl" (4:55)
Sweet Mixture - "House Of Fun & Love" (3:01)
Review: Mr Bongo mint a new compilation series, With Love, by welcoming Miche into the fold. This dynamic force within the diggers landscape certainly has some authority in pulling a compilation together, being the music programmer for London's Spiritland venues and spending an unreasonable amount of time around learned folk and the deepest cuts in their bags. Embarking on a personal quest to contact all concerned artists and clear licensing for some truly forgotten, hidden gems, Miche poured his heart and soul into this compilation spanning gospel, jazz-fusion, Brazilian grooves and much more besides.
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With Love : Vol 2 Compiled By Miche
MICHE / VARIOUS
With Love : Vol 2 Compiled By Miche (gatefold 2xLP + insert)
Cat: MRBLP 280. Rel: 06 Oct 23
Billy Boomer - "I Like What's Shes Doing" (4:26)
PJ City - "Straight Forward (Non Stop)" (4:35)
Maxwell - "Realize" (3:19)
Cecil Lyde - "I'll Make It On My Own" (2:18)
Mixed Generation Enterprize - "Take To The Sky" (4:47)
Mark Meadows - "You & Me" (4:14)
Alice Cohen & Fun City - "Save The Best Til Last" (3:55)
Banda 22 - "A Luz Que Brilha Meu Viver" (3:12)
Ze Da Lana - "Misterio Brilhante" (3:26)
Rodgers Mitchell - "Dame Solamente Amor" (2:24)
The Eleventh Commandment - "Then I Reach Satisfaction" (2:49)
Billy Boomer - "You Can't Hide" (4:52)
Freedom - "High On You" (3:35)
The Lost Family - "Blow My Mind" (2:18)
The Family Tree - "As" (4:38)
Review: Late last year came the first volume of this superb new series from Mr Bongo and it's one that showed compiler Miche to be first class. He is known on the London underground as the music programmer for the acclaimed Spiritland venues and so has spent inordinate hours digging deep into all manner of different sound worlds. This one focuses on soul with 15 great tunes spanning deep and sentimental sounds, more dancey numbers of raw and guttural funk cuts. It's one of those vital double albums that does plenty of the hard work of digging for gold for you.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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With Love: Volume 2 Compiled By Miche
MICHE / VARIOUS
With Love: Volume 2 Compiled By Miche (limited gatefold pink vinyl 2xLP + insert (indie exclusive))
Cat: MRBLP 280P. Rel: 05 Oct 23
Billy Boomer - "I Like What's Shes Doing" (4:26)
PJ City - "Straight Forward (Non-Stop)" (4:35)
Maxwell - "Realize" (3:19)
Cecil Lyde - "I'll Make It On My Own" (2:18)
Mixed Generation Enterprize - "Take To The Sky" (4:47)
Mark Meadows - "You & Me" (4:14)
Alice Cohen & Fun City - "Save The Best For Last" (3:55)
Banda 22 - "A Luz Que Brilha Meu Viver" (3:12)
Ze Da Lata - "Misterio Brilhante" (3:26)
Rogers Mitchell - "Dame Solamente Amor" (2:24)
Eleventh Commandment - "Then I Reach Satisfaction" (2:49)
Billy Boomer - "You Can't Hide" (4:52)
Freedom - "High On You" (3:35)
The Lost Family - "Blow My Mind" (2:18)
The Family Tree - "As" (4:38)
Review: If you know what's good for you, you will have picked up the first volume of this new With Love series from Mr Bongo. It was a red-hot soul selection that was packed with gold and now Miche is back with another. He is the man in charge of the musical programming at London's Spiritland venues and has now been digging deep once more to come up with 15 more soul nuggets. From raw to deep, lush and danceable to more emotive and vulnerable, it's a heart warming selection. Do not sleep on this one, which is a pink vinyl version.
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Played by: RUSTAM OSPANOFF.
タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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By All Means
Alphonse MOUZON / VARIOUS
By All Means (180 gram vinyl LP + insert)
Cat: 0215722 MSW. Rel: 25 Feb 22
Do I Have To? (8:46)
Space Invaders (4:05)
The Next Time We Love (6:59)
The Jogger (7:57)
By All Means (13:24)
 in stock $25.43
Mr Bongo Record Club Volume One (reissue)
MR BONGO / VARIOUS
Cat: MRBLP 141. Rel: 27 Apr 20
Neno Exporta Som - "Deixa A Tristeza" (3:28)
Alipio Martins - "Piranha" (2:51)
Lemos E Debetio - "Morro Do Barraco Sem Agua" (2:49)
Barbosa - "Seara De Oxala" (2:06)
Dave Pike Set - "Mathar" (3:43)
Lantei - "Fish & Funjee (Komi Ke Kenam)" (2:54)
Buari - "Karam Bani" (4:20)
The Rwenzori's - "Handsome Boy (E Wara)" (part 1 & 2) (6:46)
Mavas John - "Use My Bady" (4:28)
Big Youth - "Mammy Hot Daddy Cool" (3:09)
Tappa Zukie - "Freak" (7:11)
Connie Laverne - "Can't Live Without You" (2:39)
Alex Rodriguez - "El Mercado" (4:57)
Cortex - "Chanson D'un Jour D'Hiver" (5:27)
King James Version - "He's Forever (Amen)" (4:50)
Review: Brighton based record label, publishers, cinematographers and legendary former London record store Mr Bongo present the first installment in their new 'Mr Bongo Record Club' compilation series. It features, in their words "a selection of favourites, recent discoveries and sought after obscurities, which form the basis of our DJ sets and our radio show of the same name." There really is some great music on here that has been sourced from all corners of the globe and as much as they're oldies: they certainly are goodies. Our favourites weren't limited to: Brazilian duo Lemos E Debetio's charming "Morro Do Barraco Sem Agua", the African funk explosion of Lantei's "Fish & Funjee (Komi Ke Kenam)" and some truly hot reggae vibes in the form of Big Youth's 1977 unclassic "Mammy Hot Daddy Cool" among many others on this fine compilation.
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タグ: MPB | Brazilian
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The Library Archive: Funk Jazz Beats & The Vaults Of Cavendish Music
MR THING / CHRIS READ / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 435CLP. Rel: 24 Nov 17
Dennis Farnon - "Southbound" (2:18)
Dennis Farnon - "Snowmobile" (3:05)
Trevor Duncan - "Funkrund" (2:51)
John Scott - "Milky Way" (0:49)
John Scott - "Star Voyage" (0:45)
Tony Kinsey - "Kaleidoscope" (3:20)
Dennis Farnon - "The Trackers" (4:17)
Pete Moore - "Two Bars" (2:21)
Pete Moore - "The Scape Goat" (2:21)
Geoff Bastow - "Riff-Raff" (1:34)
John Cacavas - "The Big Score" (3:19)
Edward White - "Come Cuban!" (1:28)
Dennis Farnon - "The Rally" (2:53)
Dennis Farnon - "Pardon" (1:32)
Dennis Farnon - "Night Driver" (3:09)
Dennis Farnon - "Border Incident" (3:34)
Dennis Farnon - "Lady Killers" (3:17)
Sam Fonteyn - "One Way Trip" (Warm version) (2:00)
Sam Fonteyn - "One Way Trip" (Cool version) (2:46)
Dennis Farnon - "Night Shade" (long) (1:02)
Dennis Farnon - "Night Shade" (short) (0:33)
Dominic Sands - "Smile Of A Stranger" (2:41)
Dominic Sands - "Graphics" (part 2) (1:18)
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The Library Archive 2: More Funk Jazz Beats & Soundtracks From The Archives Of Cavendish Music
MR THING / CHRIS READ / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 622CLP. Rel: 16 Sep 22
The Gentle Giants - "Leagueliner" (3:01)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Test Drive" (1:00)
Dennis Farnon - "Tournament" (3:57)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Mad Mendoza" (3:27)
Dennis Farnon - "Baltic Caper" (3:41)
Bob Adams - "Giraffe" (1:06)
Dennis Farnon - "Nuremberg Ring" (2:58)
The Gentle Giants - "Organ Grinders Swing" (2:36)
The Cavendish Orchestra - "Self Deception" (1:55)
Dennis Farnon - "Crazy Legs" (0:32)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Lip Glow" (1:01)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Footprints" (3:04)
The New Dance Orchestra - "Traffic Jam" (1:34)
The New Dance Orchestra - "Blues For Boo" (1:52)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Ad-Lib No 6" (1:05)
The New Percussion Octet - "Cocoanut Cocktail" (1:54)
The New Dance Orchestra - "Bass Bits" (2:05)
The New Dance Orchestra - "Travelling Light" (1:11)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Ad-Lib No 2" (1:02)
The New Jazz Group Aka Jazz For Humanoids - "Equation" (2:04)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Chameleon" (1:36)
The New Percussion Octet - "Graphics" (part 1) (1:53)
The New Concert Orchestra - "In Pursuit" (2:08)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Night Walk" (1:42)
The New Dance Orchestra Augmented - "Soul Type Blues" (3:25)
Dennis Farnon - "Shanghai Caper" (2:52)
The New Concert Orchestra - "Speed Clean" (0:58)
Dennis Farnon & Sound Studio Orchestra - "Motor-Cross" (3:02)
Chris Barron - "Funk (H)" (1:04)
Chris Barron - "Rock (B)" (1:52)
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Strange Breaks & Mr Thing II
MR THING / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 135CLP. Rel: 21 Oct 09
Ruby Andrews - "You Made A Believer (Out Of Me)"
Kalyanji Anandji - "Back Ground Music"
Jake Wade & The Soul Searchers - "Searching For Soul" (part 1)
Hot Butter & Soul - "ABC"
Dick Walter - "Spooky Do"
Roy Head - "She's About A Mover"
Hot City Bump Band - "It's Just Begun"
Val Merrall's Orchestra - "The Horse"
Frank Pleyer Big Band - "Sally"
Art & Ron - "Can't Stop Talkin"
Johnny Griffith Inc - "Love Is Just A Word"
The Generation Gap - "Family Affair"
Tinga Stewart - "The Message"
Jerzy Milian Orkiestra - "Gacek"
John L Watson - "Rockin' Chair" (with White Mouse)
The Alan Tew Orchestra - "Pink Panther"
The Rias Orchestra Conducted By Helmuth Brandenburg - "Pru Urebu"
Oscar Harris & The Twinkle Stars - "Twinkle Stars Boo Galoo" (live)
 in stock $27.39
Diggin' Victor: Deep Into The Vaults Of Japanese Fusion/AOR For Vinyl Selected By Muro
MURO / VARIOUS
Cat: FWRF 012. Rel: 08 Apr 25
Kumi Sasaki - "Kuroda Bushi" (4:45)
Kosuke Ichihara & 3L - "Yasuki Bushi" (3:48)
Zerosen - "Cool Head" (4:53)
Shigeru Suzuki - "On The Coast" (4:14)
Yasuko Agawa - "La Night" (5:28)
Atsuko Nina - "Teibo" (4:23)
Sadistics - "On The Seashore" (6:03)
Sadistics - "The Tokyo Taste" (3:38)
Kazuko Ishibashi - "Iyo" (3:59)
Issei Noro - "Transparency" (4:21)
Zerosen - "Son Of Pin Head" (3:13)
Tetsuo Sakurai - "Kimono" (5:10)
Yuji Ohno - "The Dawn Of Seychelles" (3:02)
Hiroshi Fukumura - "White Clouds" (6:35)
Review: Renowned DJ and selector MURO is a Jedi-level compiler and this new collection of his delves into Victor's extensive archives to spotlight a world of Japanese jazz, fusion and AOR. It take sin plenty of internationally known names like Yasuko Agawa on the sunset sounds of 'L.A. Night', Sadistics who offers the more psyched out guitar leans of 'On the Seashore', Yuji Ohno's neo-Balaeric bliss-out 'The Dawn of Seychells' and Hiroshi Fukumura's soul soothing Ry Ayres-style melodies on 'White Clouds.' These are luxurious sounds and timeless tracks with MURO's signature funky perspective making this a brillaint choice for brighter, warmer days.

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Trans Groove Express: A Musical Journey To The Other Side Of Express Records
MURO / VARIOUS
Cat: FWRF 001. Rel: 23 Dec 24
Mari Nakamoto - "Day Dreaming" (4:05)
Yudai Suzuki - "Midnight Calling" (5:04)
Yasuhiro Abe - "Night Fish" (5:46)
Amateras - "Un Blco Nella Sabbia" (3:41)
Maki Asakawa - "Kohi Hitotsu" (3:35)
Yuji Ozeki - "Futaribun No Yume" (2:44)
Mari Nakamoto - "Bird Of Beauty" (3:54)
Hiroshi Kamayatsu - "Aruke Aruke" (2:23)
Jin Kirigaya - "Matenro Monogatari" (5:39)
Review: Fourth Wave's latest compilation feels like a musical postcard from Japan's vibrant underground, gliding through genres with effortless charm. Mari Nakamoto's 'Day Dreaming' sets a tranquil mood with her airy vocals drifting over soft, dreamy instrumentals. Yudai Suzuki's 'Midnight Calling' brings smoky sax riffs and laid-back grooves, perfect for late-night introspection. Yasuhiro Abe's 'Night Fish' dives into psychedelic waters, swirling with hypnotic melodies and unpredictable rhythms. Maki Asakawa's 'Kohi Hitotsu' radiates raw emotion, her voice rich with longing. Yuji Ozeki's 'Futaribun No Yume' blends traditional Japanese sounds with modern electronics, crafting a sound both timeless and futuristic. Jin Kirigaya's 'Matenro Monogatari' closes the collection with cinematic depth, its sweeping arrangement lingering long after the final note.
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Diggin' Groove Diggers: Best Of Tribe
MURO / VARIOUS
Cat: PLP 7948. Rel: 12 Oct 23
Wendell Harrison - "Love Dream" (5:39)
Wendell Harrison - "Take Time Out" (3:53)
Wendell Harrison - "Belle Isle" (4:19)
Wendell Harrison - "Ginseng Love" (4:05)
Phil Ranelin - "Sounds From The Village" (3:43)
Harold Mckinney - "Freedom Jazz Dance" (6:15)
Harold Mckinney - "Ode To Africa" (single version) (3:47)
Wendell Harrison - "The Wok" (6:40)
Review: The legendary DJ Muro is behind this superb new P-Vine compilation, Diggin Groove Diggers: Best Of Tribe. Muro is a truly a-grade digger and one of his homeland of Japan's most famous. Here he collates together some of his favourite songs from Tribe, a rather legendary spiritual jazz collective from the Motor City. This music has been revered for more than 50 years and now for the first time gets put together on one album that is both a perfect primer for newbies and a great collection for those long-time fans.
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Japanese Jazz Spectacle Vol I: Deep Heavy & Beautiful Jazz From Japan 1968-1984
Yusuke OGAWA / VARIOUS
Cat: 180G HMVLP01. Rel: 07 Apr 22
Tadaaki Misago & Tokyo Cuban Boys - "Sakura Sakura" (7:36)
Minoru Muraoka With New Jazz Players - "Muraiki" (3:57)
Count Buffalo & The Jazz Rock Band - "Mago-Uta" (3:45)
Kiyoshi Sugimoto Quartet - "D-51" (6:07)
Toshiyuki Miyama & The New Herd - "Adult's Day" (9:22)
Soul Media - "Breeze" (4:35)
George Otsuka - "Sea View" (5:08)
Hozan Yamamoto, Masahiko Togashi & Yosuke Yamashita - "Breath Prologue" (5:11)
Jiro Inagaki & Soul Media - "Do It!" (7:30)
Hiroshi Suzuki - "Romance" (5:50)
Masahiko Sato - "Tochi Mo Kurumi Mo Fukiotose" (3:06)
Masahiko Togashi - "Fourth Expression" (6:39)
Takeshi Inomata & Sound Ltd - "Mustache" (live) (9:03)
Takeo Moriyama - "Watarase" (6:41)
Review: Another comprehensive collection of jazz here from the good people at Light in The Attic. This 14 track compilation has been carefully selected and compiled by Japanese jazz expert Yusuke Ogawa, who is the owner of Tokyo's Universounds record store. It comes on heavyweight vinyl with vast track-by-track liner notes by Ogawa and take sin everything from hard bop to free jazz with plenty of big and explosive moments as well as more deep and introspective sections of calm, all of which has been plucked from the vaults of Nippon Columbia. There is a reason Japanese jazz is so revered, and this record shows why.
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Played by: RUSTAM OSPANOFF.
 in stock $41.91
CUBA: Music & Revolution Culture Clash In Havana Experiments In Latin Music 1975-85 Vol 2
Juan Pablo Torres Y Algo Nuevo - "Y Que Bien" (4:23)
Orquesta Los Van Van - "Por Que Lo Haces" (4:09)
Los Latinos - "Quemando" (2:46)
Farah Maria - "Amame Y No Pienses Mas" (4:15)
FA 5 - "Muevete Con Las Fuerzas Del Corazon" (5:54)
Tambores De Enrique Bonne - "Como Arrullos De Palma" (2:49)
Ricardo Eddy Martinez - "Expresso Ritmico" (4:01)
Los Papines - "Solo De Tumba Y Bongo" (5:30)
Grupo Sintesis - "Aqui Estamos" (2:32)
Los Van Van - "Llegada" (2:03)
Grupo Raices Nuevas - "Baila Mi Guaguanco" (5:02)
Luis Carbonell - "La Rumba" (3:54)
Orquesta Riverside - "En Casa Del Trompo No Bailes" (3:02)
Juan Formel & Los Van Van - "Llegue, Llegue" (5:52)
Grupo Los Yoyi - "Tu No Me Puedes Conquistar" (3:05)
Los Papines - "Para Que Niegas?" (4:23)
Grupo De Experimentacion Sonora Del ICAIC - "Cuba Va!" (3:04)
Raul Gomez - "Luces En La Pista" (8:50)
Los Brito - "El 4-5-6" (2:48)
Leo Brouwer - "Tema De El Rancheador De La Naturaleza" (1:36)
Ricardo Eddy Martinez - "La 132" (4:18)
Los Reyes 73 - "Finalizo Un Amor" (3:37)
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CUBA: Music & Revolution Culture Clash In Havana Experiments In Latin Music 1975-85 Vol 2
Cat: SJRCD 496. Rel: 05 Nov 21
Juan Pablo Torres Y Algo Nuevo - "Y Que Bien"
Orquesta Los Van Van - "Por Que Lo Haces"
Los Latinos - "Quemando"
Farah Maria - "Amame Y No Pienses Mas"
FA 5 - "Muevete Con Las Fuerzas Del Corazon"
Tambores De Enrique Bonne - "Como Arrullos De Palma"
Ricardo Eddy Martinez - "Expresso Ritmico"
Los Papines - "Solo De Tumba Y Bongo"
Grupo Sintesis - "Aqui Estamos"
Los Van Van - "Llegada"
Grupo Raices Nuevas - "Baila Mi Guaguanco"
Luis Carbonell - "La Rumba"
Orquesta Riverside - "En Casa Del Trompo No Bailes"
Juan Formel & Los Van Van - "Llegue, Llegue"
Grupo Los Yoyi - "Tu No Me Puedes Conquistar"
Los Papines - "Para Que Niegas?"
Grupo De Experimentacion Sonora Del ICAIC - "Cuba Va!"
Raul Gomez - "Luces En La Pista"
Los Brito - "El 4-5-6"
Leo Brouwer - "Tema De El Rancheador De La Naturaleza"
Ricardo Eddy Martinez - "La 132"
Los Reyes 73 - "Finalizo Un Amor"
Review: Given that Gilles Peterson and Stuart Baker's Cuba: Music and Revolution - Culture Clash in Havana is one of the standout compilations of 2021, hopes are naturally sky-high for this speedy sequel. Like its predecessor, volume 2 focuses on music and made and released on the Caribbean island between 1975 and '85, this time round largely focusing on rare fusions of salsa, Latin jazz, disco, soul and funk, mostly licensed from records that have never been available outside Cuba. It's another stunning selection all told, with highlights including the heady Cuban disco/salsa fusion of Orquesta Los Van Van, the fiery disco-funk of FA 5, the heavily percussive hedonism of Luis Carobonell and the fuzzy psychedelic rock of Grupo De Experimentacion Sonora Del ICAIC. In a word: essential.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Latin | Cuban | Cuban Jazz | Latin Jazz | Afro Cuban
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Under The Influence Vol 10
RAHAAN / VARIOUS
Cat: ZEDDCD 57. Rel: 29 Sep 22
Santrax - "Come & Get It"
Marini - "Let’s Get It On"
Time Unlimited - "Back Fire"
Venus Dodson - "Shoot Me With Your Love"
Wings Of Light - "He Loves You"
Ship Of The Desert - "Count Of Monte Thisgo"
Frank Hatchett Dance Explosion - "Super Hero"
Cherish - "For You"
Jaze - "Wanna Get Down With You"
The 21st Century - "One Of These Days"
Porno Disco - "Go Down Moses"
Solid Gold - "It's The Magic"
Cousin Ice - "Catch Your Glow" (feat Zack Sanders)
Boobie Knight - "Juicy Fruit My Love"
John Lamkin - "Ticket"
Joyce Lawson - "Ride Like The Wind"
Gerard Djoumbissie Avec Les "golden Sounds" - "Till I Make You See Straight"
Kay Carter - "Disco Sickness"
Rosa King & Upside Down - "Summer Time"
Will King - "You're My Woman"
Ford & Co With The Co Co - "Be Who You Are"
Gordon Herderson & U Convention - "Hard World"
Review: Under The Influence is Z Records' effort to document and preserve lost, forgotten soul-and-funk-feeding-into-house finds. Rahaan, from Chicago, here gets their attention and praise; a DJ and early progenitor of Chicago house, these tracks (unearthed from the vaults) are expensive and weighty forays through italo, disco and new wave, all carefully chosen by the man himself.
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Late Night Tales
ROYKSOPP / VARIOUS
Late Night Tales (limited 180 gram audiophile vinyl 2xLP + art print + WAV/MP3 download code)
Cat: ALNLP 32. Rel: 13 Jun 13
Royksopp - "Daddy's Groove" (exclusive new track)
Rare Bird - "Passing Through"
Little River Band - "Light Of Day"
Johann Johannsson - "Odi Et Amo"
Vangelis - "Blade Runner Blues"
Royksoop - "Ice Machine" (Exclusive Depeche Mode cover version)
FR David - "Music"
Prelude - "After The Goldrush"
Andreas Vollenweider - "Hands & Clouds"
Richard Schneider Jr - "Hello Beach Girls"
Byrne & Barnes - "Love You Out Of Your Mind"
John Martyn - "Small Hours"
Acker Bilk - "Stranger On The Shore"
This Mortal Coil - "Til I Gain Control"
Popol Vuh - "Aguirre I Lacrime Di Rei"
Benedict Cumberbatch - "Flat Of Angels" (part 2 - exclusive Spoken Word Piece)
Review: Given the wide-eyed, largely downtempo nature of their music, it's perhaps a little surprising that it took Late Night Tales this long to ask Royksopp to mix a volume in the long-running after-hours series. Royksopp are, of course, old hands at this kind of thing - they delivered an impressive Back To Mine comp back in 2007 - and use the opportunity to mix-up a typically heady selection of stoner soft rock (Little River Band, FR David), sparse dub-rock (Tuxedomoon), cinematic soundscapes (Johann Johannsen), psychedelia (Prelude), well-worn favourites (Acker Bilk) and folksy Balearica (John Martyn). Fans will be pleased to see a sprinkling of unreleased Royksopp fare, including intensely beautiful opener "Daddy's Groove".
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In The Red
SAINT JAMES / VARIOUS
In The Red (LP + insert)
Cat: CHUWANAGA 001. Rel: 07 Nov 17
Equa - "In The Red" (5:24)
Congress - "Something That You Got (Real Hot)" (5:04)
Potion - "Catch The Feelin' (Showstopper)" (6:50)
Inch By Inch - "If It's Magic (We Don't Want It)" (6:42)
Index - "Starlight (The Break)" (6:02)
Spookey - "Friends" (4:36)
Review: Discomatin co-founder and all-round Parisian selector don Saint James co-launches his new Chuwanaga label with this expertly curated compilation. In The Red is a deep dive into the exciting funk fusion coming out of London between 1980-83 as a new movement of black British musicians honed a sound that owes as much to soundsystem culture as it does disco. From the glistening instrumental flare of Index to the lavish synths and slap bass of Equa, this captures a unique and currently under-documented moment in groove history. Complete with detailed liner notes, this is a fantastic way to launch a new label. Not to be slept on.
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In The Red Vol 1 & 2
SAINT JAMES / VARIOUS
Cat: CHUWANAGA 001CD. Rel: 25 Apr 19
Equa - "In The Red"
Congress - "Something That You Got (Real Hot)"
Potion - "Catch The Feelin' (Showstopper)"
Inch By Inch - "If It's Magic (We Don't Want It)"
Index - "Starlight (The Break)"
Spookey - "Friends"
Stikki Stuff - "School"
Cruzial - "Send Me Your Love"
Potion - "City Girls"
Breakfast Band - "Funksters"
Yeow Band - "Energy"
Scratch (Gonzalez) - "Keep On Searching For Love"
 in stock $17.33
It's Good For The Soul: The Vince Montana Years 1975-1978
It's Good For The Soul: The Vince Montana Years 1975-1978 (unmixed 8xCD box set (sound files not available))
Cat: SM8CR 5221BX. Rel: 30 May 24
The Salsoul Orchestra & Bonus Tracks (CD1)
Nice 'N' Nasty (part 1 - CD2)
Nice 'N' Nasty (part 2 - CD3)
Carol Williams & The Salsoul Orchestra - "Lectric Lady & Bonus Tracks" (CD4)
Magic Journey & Bonus Tracks (CD5)
Charo & The Salsoul Orchestra - "Cuchi-Cuchi & Bonus Tracks" (CD6)
Up The Yellow Brick Road & Bonus Tracks (CD7)
The Salsoul Strings - "How Deep Is Your Love" (CD8)
Review: The expansive box set celebrating The Salsoul Orchestra's groundbreaking albums, meticulously curated and remastered, is a must-have for any disco aficionado. Boasting 103 tracks across six albums, including collaborations with icons like Carol Williams and Charo, it encapsulates the essence of the legendary Salsoul sound. Led by Vincent Montana Jr, the orchestra delivers floorfillers like 'Salsoul Hustle,' 'Magic Bird of Fire,' and 'Run Away' featuring Loleatta Holloway, showcasing the signature Philly soul sound with vibrant brass, infectious rhythms and lush strings. The inclusion of rare tracks from The Salsoul Strings and remixes by esteemed producers adds depth and variety to the collection, ensuring there's something for every disco lover. The deluxe booklet, featuring comprehensive notes by Joe Marchese, provides valuable insights into the albums and the era, making it a treasure trove of musical history. With its stellar lineup of musicians and timeless grooves, this box set truly embodies the spirit of Salsoul and proves once again that disco is indeed good for the soul.
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 in stock $48.34
Jamaica To Toronto: Soul Funk & Reggae 1967-1974 (reissue) (Record Store Day Black Friday RSD 2024)
Jamaica To Toronto: Soul Funk & Reggae 1967-1974 (reissue) (Record Store Day Black Friday RSD 2024) (gatefold yellow & green vinyl 2xLP + 20-page booklet with obi-strip (plays at 45RPM))
Cat: LITA 01911. Rel: 02 Dec 24
Jo-Jo & The Fugitives - "Fugitive Song"
Eddie Spencer - "If This Is Love (I'd Rather Be Lonely)"
Jo-Jo & The Fugitives - "Chips - Chicken - Banana Split"
Jackie Mittoo - "Grand Funk"
Lloyd Delpratt - "Together"
Cougars - "I Wish It Would Rain"
Johnnie Osbourne - "African Wake"
Ram - "Love Is The Answer"
Bob & Wisdom - "I Believe In Music"
The Sheiks - "Eternal Love"
Wayne McGhie & The Sounds Of Joy - "Fire (She Need Water)"
Cougars - "Right On"
Eddie Spencer - "You're So Good To Me Baby"
The Hitch-Hikers - "Mr Fortune" (feat The Mighty Pope)
Noel Ellis - "Memories"
Wayne McGhie - "Here We Go Again"
Review: Working in partnership with Light in the Attic and curated by Grammy-nominated producer, DJ and journalist Kevin Howes this wonderful new collection chronicles a vital musical migration: in late-1960s Toronto, Caribbean immigrants infused the city with ska, rocksteady and reggae and recorded some of the era's toughest tracks. Originators from Studio One, Treasure Isle and Trojan Records all united and broke racial and cultural barriers to build an influential yet under-appreciated Canadian reggae scene that is now showcased with a 20-page booklet with archival images, artist bios and essays on this double vinyl set.
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Reach Up: Disco Wonderland
Andy SMITH / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 386CLP. Rel: 13 Nov 17
Don Laka - "I Wanna Be Myself" (5:47)
Freedom - "Get Up & Dance" (3:35)
Advance - "Take Me To The Top" (6:19)
Jimmy Ross - "First True Love Affair" (Andy Smith & Nick Halkes Reach Up re-edit) (6:37)
Sure Thing - "Holding You Tight" (extended DJ mix) (5:43)
Joanne Wilson - "Got To Have You" (Whiskey Barons re-edit) (6:15)
Neddy Smith - "Give It Up" (5:10)
T Connection - "Groove To Get Down" (4:10)
Jimmy Young - "Times Are Tight" (7:12)
World Premiere - "Share The Night" (7:17)
Jimmy Bo Horne - "Is It In" (5:23)
Tamiko Jones - "Let It Flow" (6:51)
Cloud 1 - "Patty Duke" (5:23)
Shot - "Main Thing" (feat Kim Marsh) (5:45)
Disco Dub Band - "For The Love Of Money" (4:10)
Review: In recent times, crate-digging hero Andy Smith has turned his attention to the world of disco and boogie, showcasing the depth of his collection as part of the Reach Up collective. It seems fitting, then, that his latest compilation - a triple-vinyl epic - should explore the disco and electrofunk gems lurking in his vast vault of records. There are a few well-known gems (Disco Dub Band, World Premiere, Freedom and Sure Thing's modern electrofunk anthem "Holding Me Tight", for starters), but far more overlooked or slept-on gems (Advance's boogie killer "Take Me To The Top" and Jimmy Bo Horne's "Is It In" being great examples). The collection also boasts a couple of tasty re-edits, including an unheard one by Smith and pal Nick Halkes of Jimmy Ross's Paradise Garage anthem "First True Love Affair".
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タグ: Disco Funk
 in stock $30.74
Diggin' In The BGP Vaults
Andy SMITH / VARIOUS
Cat: BGP2 195. Rel: 26 Aug 08
The Blackbyrds - "Wilford's Gone"
Dave Hamilton - "Cracklin' Bread"
Betty Moorer - "It's My Thing"
Ripple - "I Don't know What It Is But It Sure Is Funky"
Ann Alford - "Got To Get Me A Job"
Billy Garner - "I Got Some" (part 1)
Booker T & The MGs - "Sing A Simple Song"
James K-Nine - "Live It Up"
87th Off Braodway - "Can't Get Enough"
Funk Inc - "Smokin' At Tiffany's"
Harold Mabern - "I Want You Back"
Wilbur Bascomb & The Blue Zodiact - "Just A Groove In G"
Dyke & The Blazers - "Let A Woman Be A Woman - Let A Man Be A Man"
Billy Garner - "Brand New Girl"
Chester Randle's Soul Senders - "Soul Brothers Testify" (part 1)
Rufus Thomas - "Itch & Scratch" (part 2)
Pazant Brothers - "Skunk Juice"
Spanky Wilson - "Sunshine Of Your Love"
The Generation - "I'm A Good Woman"
Ron Buford - "Chicken Tracks"
The Soulsetters - "Out Of Sight"
Mel Davis - "Just Another Smile"
Roosevelt Matthews - "Tighten Up"
Billy Hawks - "(Oh Baby) I Believe I'm Losing You"
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Chakalaka Jazz
Fred SPIDER / VARIOUS
Chakalaka Jazz (gatefold 180 gram vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: HS 263LP. Rel: 08 Nov 24
Clarence Wilson - "The Sacred Lion Dance" (3:28)
Gibson Kente - "Saduva" (2:32)
The Soweto Boys - "What You Say" (14:24)
The Drive - "Zone No 6" (6:01)
The Cliffs - "Revelation" (feat Mankunku Ngozi) (6:41)
The Four Sounds - "Seven Steps Lament" (6:39)
The Jazz Ministers - "Zandile" (11:10)
The Tailfeathers - "Tail Feathers" (4:33)
Cassidy Clarke Band - "Doctor L" (6:39)
Zim Ngqawana - "Kubi" (7:28)
Johnny Dyani - "Magwaza" (13:02)
Review: Fred Spider Presents Chakalaka Jazz: A Selection of South African Gems celebrates South Africa's unique and ever-moving jazz landscape. It is a scene that has always blended traditional niches with global influences and styles like marabi, goema and mbaqanga capture the essence of this as Fred "Voom Voom" Spider dives into those and many other rich, eclectic depths. Spider's term "Chakalaka Jazz" reflects the spicy blend of influences and is named after the local relish made from tomatoes, onions and chilli. This collection, spanning 1969 to 2003, is a mix of local talent, exiles and expats that honours the golden era of the 1970s.
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タグ: Afro Jazz
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Flawed By Design
Flawed By Design (LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: JAL 443V. Rel: 30 May 24
Sun Don't Shine (3:36)
Cyclone (3:10)
Love Yourself (3:39)
Keep Your Head Up (3:29)
Some Day (3:49)
Where Is The Peace (3:37)
I'll Be Your Prey (2:50)
Almighty $$ (3:15)
Paris (2:55)
Shadows (2:55)
Baptist (5:01)
Flawed By Design (5:01)
Review: Wolfgang Valbrun carries the torch for all great soul musicians with an incredible debut album, which looks at the human frailty that has shaped by his lived experiences and hard-won articulation of current affairs. Resting on the intersectional axis of soul, rock and blues, Wolfgang provides introspective insight through raw and unapologetic lyrics, married with the dynamic musicianship of his band. Over ten tracks, Valbrun analyses relationships, money, religion, greed, growing civil unrest and the antagonism by authorities towards the marginalised; using these as springboards into self-reflection and via the prismatic medium of soul music, arrives at the conclusion that humanity is inherently lacking, and that we must learn to live with this, rather than striving to become totally whole.
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The Valentine Brothers (reissue)
The Valentine Brothers (reissue) (heavyweight vinyl LP)
Cat: DEMREC 937. Rel: 25 Feb 22
The Sound Of Music (6:26)
Let Me Be The One (4:29)
Love Me Like You Mean It (3:45)
One Night At A Time (4:11)
I'm In Love (3:43)
Feelings Inside (4:48)
King Size Bed (3:32)
We Belong Together (6:39)
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Marcos Valle (reissue)
Cat: MRBLP 231. Rel: 27 May 21
Estrelar (5:17)
Fogo Do Sol (3:45)
Samba De Verao (3:45)
Para Os Filhos De Abraao (4:14)
Naturalmente (4:02)
Tapa No Real (4:12)
Tapetes, Guardanapos, Cetins (3:32)
Dia D (4:01)
Mais Que Amor (4:32)
Viola Enluarada (4:30)
Review: Marcos Valle's second album, the 1983 self-titled masterpiece, is one of Brazilian music's many stone cold classics fusing as it does MPB, pop, soul and easy listening with plenty of American influences thanks to the artist's time living in LA. Valle's old brother Paulo Sergio and the legendary Lincoln Olivetti produced the album with a fine cast of guests like Rosana, Serginho Do Trombone, Robson Jorge and Oberdan Magalhaes adding their own vocal and musical flourishes. Standout tunes include Brazilian-boogie cult-classic 'Estrelar' (which was actually co-written by pianist, keyboardist and record producer Leon Ware) while the artwork itself is also well worthy of your attention.
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タグ: Brazilian Disco | MPB
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This Close To You (reissue)
Cat: 196588 858512. Rel: 07 Jun 24
This Is For Real (4:08)
A Lover's Change (2:52)
Don't Take The Time (5:18)
Jealousy Is In Me (4:30)
I'm Not Satisfied (4:26)
This Close To You (3:30)
Don't Wanna Be A Fool (3:21)
Come Back To Love (5:05)
Follow My Love (5:03)
Review: Before his breakthrough as a solo artist, Luther Vandross was part of the quintet singing group Luther along with Anthony Hinton, Diane Sumler, Theresa V. Reed, and Christine Wiltshire. The group recorded two albums with little success. By the time This Close To You was recorded, Luther took the lead in the band with his standout voice and showmanship. A natural frontman, the Luther project closed as he naturally went solo shortly after and signing to Epic records. Luther later on bought the rights to the first two albums and after man years of rumors, they are now reissued. Recorded and released in 1977, the album is blend of soul, disco and ballads. Luther Vandross fans will rejoice at discovering and rediscovering him front some more disco sounds. The album is a great glimpse into his legendary voice in its infancy.
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タグ: Soul Disco
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The Mighty Mellow Vol 4
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The Mighty Mellow Vol 4 (limited 2xLP + postcard)
Cat: MMP 0525. Rel: 07 Apr 25
Pete Jolly - "Springs" (2:52)
Leong Lau - "Salem Abdullah" (4:12)
Hiromasa Suzuki - "3000BC" (4:39)
Monica Lassen & The Sounds - "Enjoy Time" (6:06)
Michael Naura - "Quartet Call" (5:01)
Affinity - "Mr Joy" (3:00)
Harvey Mandel - "The Snake" (3:13)
Erni Clark - "By The Grace Of God, I Am" (5:21)
The Awakening - "Brand New Feeling" (4:41)
Spaghetti Head - "Funky Axe" (5:12)
Galt MacDermot - "Ripped Open By Metal Explosions" (2:03)
Philippe Sarde - "L'appartement" (2:39)
Dusty Springfield - "Spooky" (2:49)
Christine Perfect - "And That's Saying A Lot" (3:56)
Jorge Darden - "Alone Again" (4:09)
Ulysses Crocket - "Resurgence" (8:02)
Review: It's been a while since the last one but finally, the fourth volume of the Mighty Mellow collection is here. It is another delight from the editors of The Mood Mosaic series and this time out, they explore mushy funk and abstract jazz while featuring tracks from a diverse range of artists including Pete Jolly, Annette Peacock, Dusty Springfield and more. Across the four sides of vinyl are an eclectic mix of soulful grooves and experimental sounds that span genres and eras. It's largely laidback, gentle funk and jazz for those occasions when you want to kick back and get lost.
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French Disco Boogie Sounds Vol 4: 1977-1991
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Cat: FVR150 LP. Rel: 21 Nov 19
Dwight Druick - "Georgy Porgy" (Disco version) (5:44)
Marco Attali - "J'ai Pris Une Claque" (unreleased) (3:24)
Serge Delisle - "Germaine" (remix) (6:28)
Wai Kop - "Lola" (3:51)
Chris O'Hara - "Sur Les Coussins De La Discotheque" (5:27)
Acayouman - "Funk Around" (6:21)
Djeneba - "Better Day" (Hard Soul mix) (5:28)
David Simon - "Transistor" (instrumental) (5:14)
Marco Attali - "La Releve Du Matin" (instrumental) (4:27)
Shen Et Les Shendys - "Je Ne Suis Que Musique" (3:50)
Eric Chotteau - "Affirmatif-Negatif" (4:20)
Cyrill - "Night Ghetto" (2:57)
Aries - "Braziliana" (3:54)
Review: As he has done three times before, Gallic crate digger Charles Maurice has dipped into his vast record collection and offered up a killer selection of French disco-boogie sounds. The 13 assembled tracks are mostly obscure and uniformly superb, making picking individual highlights an infuriatingly tricky task. Our favourites change daily, but we're currently enjoying the tropical disco brilliance of Dwight Druick's cover of "Georgy Peorgy (Disco Version)", the synth-sporting electrofunk cheeriness of Serge Delisle's "Germaine (Remix)", the thrusting P-funk hustle of Acayouman's "Funk Around" and the near Balearic warmth of "Braziliana" by Aries. As the old expression (sort of) goes, Maurice has once again delivered all killer and no filler.
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タグ: Balearic Disco | French | Zouk
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Funk Diggin': Funk Music Gems From Vinyl Diggers
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Cat: 341976 6. Rel: 12 Jan 23
Patrice Rushen - "Hang It Up" (5:05)
Clarence Reid - "Till I Get My Share" (2:27)
Mad Dog Fire Department - "Cosmic Funk" (3:39)
Tommy Stewart - "Bump & Hustle Music" (4:58)
Asha Puthli - "Flying Fish" (5:03)
Margaret Singana - "Why Did You Do It?" (3:34)
The Sylvers - "Handle It" (2:36)
Beginning Of The End - "Come On Baby (Come Down Baby)" (5:44)
Freddie & The Kinfolk - "Mashed Potato, Popcorn" (2:48)
Blowfly - "Nobody's Butt But Yours, Babe" (3:42)
Wizdom - "I'm So In Love With You" (3:23)
Review: The Wagram label continues to impress us with its well-researched collections that have focussed on a wide range of different niche genres and periods. The latest is Funk Music Gems From Vinyl Diggers with 11 top tunes here that are all gold-standard jams. These are tunes that mix up funk, soul and disco from the 70s and 80s and have been lovingly sought out for your listening pleasure. You may or may not know the tunes in question as they tend towards the lesser-known end of the spectrum and that in part is what makes them so good to hear.
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Mr Bongo Record Club Vol 3
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Cat: MRBLP 165. Rel: 03 Jun 19
JB De Carvalho E Seu Terreiro - "Fui A Umbanda" (2:33)
Trio Ternura - "A Gira" (3:04)
Alcione - "Figa De Guine" (2:19)
Impacto 5 - "Longe Daqui Aqui Mesmo" (3:23)
Abaete - "Pisa No Taboado" (2:34)
Tobias - "Coisa Sentimental" (4:00)
Os Flippers - "Estrelar" (2:02)
SpaceArk - "Don't Stop" (unreleased long version) (4:09)
Pure Release - "I'll Know It's Love For Sure" (3:37)
Luther Davis Group - "You Can Be A Star" (4:39)
Kaleidoscope - "Let Me Try" (3:26)
Marumo - "Khomo Tsaka Deile Kae?" (3:43)
Splash - "Peacock" (4:51)
Gyedu Blay Ambolley - "Highlife" (5:00)
Harari - "Senyamo" (4:44)
Tokyo Academy Philharmonic Chorus Group - "Taharazaka" (2:57)
Cesar Roldão Vieira - "Ze Do Trem" (2:14)
Elias Rahbani - "I Want To Be" (3:21)
Elias Rahbani - "Dance Of Maria" (2:45)
Galt MacDermot - "Coffee Cold" (3:22)
Review: The crate-diggers behind the Mr Bongo label can usually be relied upon to showcase some seriously good tunes old and new. That's certainly the case on this third volume in their occasional "Record Club" series of compilations. Spanning sunshine soul, obscure samba, spacey jazz-funk experimentation, wide-eyed underground disco, fiery funk, weirdo rock, cheery South African bubblegum, synth-laden early '80s highlife, Ramsay Lewis style workouts and the psychedelic Middle Eastern disco-funk of Elias Rahbani, the compilation's 20 tracks are not only near faultless, but genuinely surprising and eye-opening. To quote a cliche, this collection genuinely is all killer and no filler.
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Nigeria 70: The Definitive Story Of 1970's Funky Lagos
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Nigeria 70: The Definitive Story Of 1970's Funky Lagos (gatefold translucent green vinyl 3xLP)
Cat: STRUT 44LPC. Rel: 29 Aug 24
Orlando Julius & His Afro Sounders - "Alo Mi Alo" (part 1 & 2) (7:51)
Segun Bucknor & His Revolution - "La La La" (3:25)
Lijadu Sisters - "Orere Elejigbo" (3:54)
Peter King - "Shango" (5:38)
Sahara All Stars Band Jos - "Enjoy Yourself" (5:52)
Fela Anikulapo Kuti & Africa 70 - "Jeun Ko Ku (Chop 'N' Quench)" (7:14)
Tunji Oyelana & The Benders - "Ifa" (4:59)
Ofo The Black Company - "Allah Wakbarr" (3:26)
The Funkees - "Dancing Time" (3:19)
Monomono - "Tire Loma Da Nigbehin" (4:45)
Bala Miller & The Great Music Pyrameeds Of Afrika - "Ikon Allah" (5:27)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Melody Maestroes - "Akayan Ekassa" (3:03)
Shina Williams & His African Percussionists - "Agboju Logun" (11:34)
Gasper Lawal - "Kita Kita" (6:01)
King Sunny Ade & His African Beats - "Ja Fun Mi" (instrumental) (7:13)
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.
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Akasaka Soul Funk: 10 Masterpieces Of Japanese Soul Funk 1969-1977
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Cat: 180GWALP 07. Rel: 27 Feb 25
Mieko Hirota - "Soul Lady" (4:13)
Shinji Maki & Black Jack - "Nabeyoko Soul" (4:07)
Tan Tan - "Happy Day" (3:05)
Kenji Niinuma - "Airenki" (3:17)
Hatsumi Shibata - "Furui Fuku Nanka" (3:05)
Strawberry Jam - "Arimasen" (4:13)
Mieko Hirota - "Anata Ga Inakute Mo" (3:03)
Akira Yasuda & Beat Folk - "Kaeroka Kaeroka" (single version) (3:41)
Miki Hirayama - "Hatachi No Koi" (3:15)
Masaaki Sakai - "Baby Yuki Wo Dashite" (2:39)
Review: On a new compilation, 180g Japan zero in on a distinct '60s movement in soul jazz, tracking the development of the genre across improbably vast Pacific waters, from the United States to Japan. Rocketing to prominence in Japan after Nippon Columbia upheld contracts with US labels the likes of Buddah and Blue Thumb Records - in turn spurring sax player and NC label head Jiro Inagaki to release such music as Gladys Knight and Curtis Mayfield in conjunction with Japanese counterparts, such as Tan Tan, Kenji Niinuma, Masaaki Sakai and Mieko Hirota - the music you hear here is a dense and perhaps still untapped look at the ingenuity of transmarine soul-jazz. The target locale here is Tokyo's Akasaka neighbourhood: not only was it the hub and hotspot of soul jazz in Japan, but it was also the first municipality to host a discotheque in all of Japan. Most of these recordings were not previously available outside of the nation, marking a Pandora's lid opened on a crock of sweetly produced, brightly lit, downbeat soul delights.
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Horse Meat Disco Presents: Disco & Boogie From Brazil Vol 1
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Cat: MRBCD 302. Rel: 21 Mar 25
Harmony Cats - "Harmony Cats' Theme"
Luiza Maura - "Sorriso Vermelho"
Gretchen - "Ela Tem Raca, Charme, Talento E Gostosura"
Coisa Quente - "Edmundo (In The Mood)"
Ze Carlos - "Venha" (remix)
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti - "Suspira"
Os Carbonos - "Passaro Selvagem"
San Rodrigues - "Fofa"
Marcos Valle - "Parabens (Danca Do Daniel)"
Lafayette - "Sol De Verao"
Roberto Cesar - "Fevereiro (O Bamba)"
Arlete - "Quero Ser Sua Mulher"
Waldirene - "Queima Como Fogo"
Luiza Maura - "Deixa Girar"
Jorge Ben - "Rio Babilonia"
Carlos Bivar - "Elo"
Review: International favourites on the boogie-and-beyond selection circuit, Horse Meat Disco deliver the first edition in a brand new compilation tracking yet more heat disco of a Brazilian flavour. Some 13 years in the making, much love and attention has been poured into this compendium, which unearths tracks from the seemingly endless urban goldmines of Brasilia and Rio, twin obsessive loci, nurtured by founding member Luke Eagle amid an extended exploration of the South American nation's dance music culture. Having learned to dance samba and paraded the Rio Carnival, this is a compilation rooted in worldly experience, made up largely of 7" finds. Chief among the brilliants are Ze Carlos' Italoesque wonder 'Venha' and the well-spiced 'Sol De Verao' by Lafayette, spanning years' worth of digging.
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Played by: Pete Haigh
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Super Breaks: Essential Funk Soul & Jazz Samples & Break Beats
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Cat: BGP 2126. Rel: 03 Jul 99
Soul Children - "Intro"
Isaac Hayes - "Ik'e Mood"
Jackie Wilson - "Light My Fire"
Syl Johnson - "Different Strokes"
The Counts - "Thinking Single"
The Emotiions - "Blind Alley"
Camille Yarbrough - "Take Yo' Praise"
Linda Lyndell - "What A Man"
Lowell Fulson - "Tramp"
Googie Rene Combo - "Smokey Joe's La La"
Jean Jacques Perrey - "Eva"
The Blackbyrds - "Rock Creek Park"
Fatback Band - "Got To Learn How To Dance"
Pleasure - "Bouncy Lady"
Joe Simon - "Drowning In The Sea Of Love"
Cannonball Adderley - "Walk Tall"
SOUL - "Burning Spear"
The Otis & Carla Band - "Tramp"
The Pazant Bros - "Chick A Boom"
The Detroit Emeralds - "Baby Let You Take You (In My Arms)"
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Masterpiece: The Ultimate Disco Funk Collection Vol 36
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Cat: PTG 34263. Rel: 13 Mar 25
Novo Band - "Slowdancin'"
In Touch - "Why Did You Stop Loving Me?"
Poncho C Saint Fingers - "When I Come Knocking"
Haywood Tucker - "I'm Yours"
Spence - "Gonna Party"
Eric Rapier - "Lipstick"
Jimmy Scott - "Games"
Promise - "Betcha'"
Roger Parish - "(You Knows) Who Loves You The Most"
Haywoode - "Divided Love"
The Waters - "Baby I Got It"
Destinnee - "Cinderella"
Andrew Longston & Arn Ashwood - "Living Together"
Review: Some 21 years after volume one appeared in stores, PTG's ongoing Masterpiece: The Ultimate Disco Funk Collection series has reached its 36th instalment. Given the series' longevity and the sheer number of tracks already showcased across volumes one to 35, the cuts on display here are genuine rarities, cult classics and sought-after gems. As usual, highlights are plentiful, from the soulful vocals, dreamy chords and rubbery slap-bass of In Touch's 'Why Did You Stop Loving Me' and the boogie-era sunshine shuffle of 'I'm Yours' by Hollywood Tucker, to the big studio swell of Spence's mid-80s jam 'Gonna Party', the 80s soul smoothness of Jimmy Scott's 'Games' and the synth bass-propelled post-boogie brilliance of 'Divided Love' by Haywoode.
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タグ: Disco Funk
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Mondo Groove: The New Italian Funky Scene
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Cat: IRM 2514LP. Rel: 24 Mar 25
The Smoke Orchestra - "Moonjumpin'" (3:33)
Fusion Funk Foundation - "Music Painter" (5:27)
Lainz - "P-Lainz" (6:17)
Super Bad - "Holy Shit Party" (4:45)
Vito Lalinga (VI Mode Inc Project) & Pomante - "Out Of Here" (3:20)
The Grooved - "Cyber Groove" (3:32)
Yuts & Culture - "Come Over" (radio edit) (2:56)
Erin Collective - "Microcosmo" (4:47)
C'ammafunk - "Funkshovit" (4:41)
Venus Ship - "Underground Foxes" (feat Avex) (3:25)
David Florio - "Sunrise In The Savannah" (3:25)
Les Jeux Sont Funk - "Take Me To The Top" (5:31)
The Funk Soul Brothers - "Uncle T Boogie" (4:01)
Tony Finch Marino - "I Need You" (feat Sax Gordon) (3:42)
LTJ Experience & Pomante - "Don't Let The System Get You Down" (Regrooved mix) (7:37)
Alixia Mistral - "Run Away Or Face The Day" (2:45)
The Soultrend Orchestra - "It's Gonna Be Alright" (feat Frankie Lovecchio) (3:15)
Synthear - "Jazzoo" (5:31)
Review: IRMA Records is now in its 37th year and paying resects to the impact of Black music remains central to its vision and output. In the 80s, the acid jazz movement revived soul jazz funk from the 70s, and this vibrant scene continues to thrive today and introduce new artists who take on the mantle. Since the 90s, IRMA has been home to acts on that tip like Jestofunk, Bossa Nostra, Gazzara and Man Sueto and this Mondo Groove collection showcases the diverse Italian scene as it is today. It blends Afrobeat, fusion and world music influences into a party-starting array.
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Space Funk 2: Afro Futurist Electro Funk In Space 1976-84
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Cat: SJRLP 521. Rel: 29 Sep 23
Alien Starr - "Music-A-Lizer" (3:36)
Chance - "Master Groove" (instrumental) (6:01)
Bobby Deemo - "More Ounce Rap" (5:22)
Mack Simmons - "Skin Tight" (3:21)
Maggotron - "Computer Pop" (5:54)
Tribe - "Vulcan Voyage" (3:57)
Command Performance - "Breakdance" (4:12)
Junei - "Let's Ride" (4:05)
The Graingers - "Shine Your Light" (5:27)
Mid City Crew - "Get Right" (3:00)
Chapter Three - "Smurf Trek" (8:01)
X-Ray Vision - "Video Control" (8:25)
Rich Cason & The Galactic Orchestra - "Year 2001 Boogie" (5:46)
Frank James & Shadow - "Summer Time" (3:57)
Review: We're always going to be here for a new compilation series from Soul Jazz Records and Space Funk - Afro Futurist Electro Funk In Space 1976-84 is as good as it gets - even the artwork is killer. This second edition in the series is another twist trip to outer space on body-popping Afro grooves and obscure space funk that was all originally put out on small indie labels in the US between 70s and 80s. Plenty of these bionic joins still sound super fresh and they come from a host of artists you might not have heard of including Alien Starr, Maggatron, Tribe, Rich Cason and the Galactic Orchestra. Strap in, it's quite the ride.
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You Can Be A Star: Deep Disco & Crossover 70s Soul From The Now-Again & Soul-Cal Vaults 1972-1982
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Cat: NA 5284LP. Rel: 07 Nov 24
Luther Davis - "You Can Be A Star" (4:35)
UPC All Stars - "Don't Get Discouraged" (3:33)
Pure Essence - "Wake Up" (6:08)
Anubis - "Ecology" (4:00)
Sag War Fare - "Girl You Better Change" (3:00)
Leon Mitchison & The Eastex Freeway Band - "Love Is" (Full version) (4:18)
Luther Davis Group - "To Be Free" (3:46)
Ellis & Cephas - "I'm Gonna Miss You Girl" (3:53)
Clifford Nyren - "Keep Running Away" (5:16)
Mixed Feelings - "Sha-La-La" (5:25)
C Henry Woods - "The Stranger" (3:01)
Freedom Express - "Get Down" (3:28)
Review: Soul Cal is a deep dive into America's independent 70s soul scene, expertly curated by Eothen 'Egon' Alapatt. This compilation is a prime blend of the retro-utopian vision, where small-town record stores and garages across the U.S. might have been hiding virtuosic funk and soul outfits. The bittersweet joy of these previously overlooked musicians finally getting recognition is palpable, and the music itself is an absolute thrill. Songs like Luther Davis' 'You Can Be A Star' and Pure Essence's 'Wake Up,' the album is an impressive variety of styles, from heartfelt ballads to hard-hitting funk grooves. Anubis' 'Ecology' and Mixed Feelings' 'Sha-La-La' add a dash of social consciousness, while Leon Mitchison & The Eastex Freeway Band's 'Love Is' brings smooth sophistication. Mastered by Dave Cooley and team, the sound quality is stellar, making these hidden gems shine. Soul Cal is not just a tribute but a rediscovery, offering a bittersweet glimpse into an era of soul music often overshadowed by its mainstream counterparts.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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Super Funk 2 :Rare Funk From Deep In The Crates
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Cat: BGP2 137. Rel: 17 Jul 08
Billy Garner - "Brand New Girl"
Grnaby Street Development - "Jelly Roll"
Jackie Harris & The Exciters - "Do It, Do It"
Pee Wee Crayton - "Put It Where You Want It"
Brenda George - "What You See Is What You Get"
Thelma Jones - "The House That Jack Built"
Sidney Pinchback & The Schiller Street Gang - "Soul Strokes"
Johnny Otis - "Jaws"
Freddy Wilson - "Promised Land"
Billy Garner - "You're Wasting My Time" (part 1)
Lil' Buck & The Top Cats - "Monkey In A Sack"
Pieces Of Peace - "Pass It On"
Robert Lowe - "Put Your Legs Up High"
Ruth Davis - "I Need Money"
Melvin Lastie & Harold Battiste with Cornell Dupree - "Ignant"
Johnny Otis Show - "Comin' At Ya Baby"
Willard Burton & The Pacifiers - "Warm The Pot ('Til It's Good & Hot)"
Joe Houston - "Mr Big H"
Preston Epps - "Funky Bongo"
Irene Reid - "Dirty Ole Man"
Played by: BGP Records
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Congo Funk! Sound Madness From The Shores Of The Mighty Congo River: Kinshasa/Brazzaville 1969-1982
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Cat: AALP 098. Rel: 04 Apr 24
Petelo Vicka Et Son Nzazi - "Sungu Lubuka" (7:47)
Groupe Minzoto Ya Zaire - "Mfuur Ma" (4:51)
MBT's - "MBT's Sound" (4:12)
Abeti Et Les Redoutables - "Musique Tshiluba" (2:37)
Trio Bydoli - "Lalia" (4:53)
Tabu Ley Et L'Orchestre Afrisa - "Adeito" (6:40)
Les Bantous De La Capitale - "Ngantsie Soul" (8:23)
Les Freres Soki Et L'Orchestre Bella Bella - "Nganga" (8:36)
Orchestre Celi Bitshou - "Tembe Na Tembe Ya Nini" (7:18)
Lolo Et L'Orchestre OK Jazz - "Lolo Soulfire" (3:34)
Zaiko Langa Langa - "Femme Ne Pleure Pas" (5:59)
Orchestre OK Jazz - "Kiwita Kumunani" (3:46)
GO Malebo - "Fiancee Laya" (5:05)
Orchestre National Du Congo - "Ah! Congo" (3:18)
Review: Analog Africa has repressed the highly valued and long since sold-out Congo Funk! Sound Madness From The Shores Of The Mighty Congo River: Kinshasa/Brazzaville 1969-1982. It is a compilation that superbly shows off the raw energy and funkiness of the Congolese rumba scene. This is the country that spawned such as legendary bands as African Jazz, OK Jazz and African Fiesta and it is said that the concert ahead of the legendary Rumble in the Jungle boxing match between Muhammad Ali vs George Foreman is what really set young hopefully musicians on their paths, after they saw James Brown play live. The story of those artists and the labels they released on in the ensuing years is what is told so well here across four sides of vital wax.

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タグ: Afro Funk
 in stock $30.74
Mr Bongo Record Club Volume 7
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Cat: MRBLP 304. Rel: 04 Oct 24
Dudu Moraes - "Eloia" (3:20)
Yvette - "Upa Neguinho" (3:29)
As Sublimes - "Mangueira E Cancao" (2:48)
Os Panteras - "O Espaco" (2:32)
Chico Evangelista - "Frutas & Linguas" (3:26)
Roman Andren - "Captain's Sword" (4:21)
Romeu Fernandes - "Nago Nae" (3:08)
Conjunto De Percussao Dora Pinto - "Noite De Temporal" (2:23)
Gitte & Inger - "Ud Af Buret (Can't Hide Love)" (3:10)
Truth & Devotion - "Bless My Soul" (3:56)
Judson Moore - "Everybody Push & Pull" (2:38)
Willy Chirino - "Africa" (4:18)
Chain Reaction - "Search For Tomorrow" (3:25)
Claude Jay - "Find Your Light" (5:29)
The Shades Of Love - "Come Inside" (7:52)
The Duncans - "Too Damn Hot" (4:30)
Thandi Zulu & The Young Five - "Love Games" (9:36)
Tony Wilson - "Hangin' Out In Space" (dub mix) (6:16)
JC Lodge - "In Between The Sheets" (4:02)
Soyuz - "Spring Has Sprung" (feat Asha Puthli & Sven Wunder) (2:08)
Review: Mr Bongo Record Club's Volume 7 presents a meticulously crafted mix of classic favourites and exciting new finds spanning a broad array of genres, including Brazilian, Latin, soul, disco, gospel, cosmic, dancehall and downtempo. This series has fans of the label excited about each volume that comes. With standout tracks like Os Panteras' Brazilian funk, the underground disco vibes of Claude Jay, and the soulful melodies of the Danish duo Gitte & Inger. Truth & Devotion's gospel soul and Chain Reaction's infectious grooves further illustrate the diverse range of influences at play. This volume particularly emphasises Brazilian music, diving deeper into folk and Afro-Brazilian sounds with selections from As Sublimes, Romeu Fernandes, and Conjunto de Percussao Dora Pinto. These tracks offer a refreshing shift from earlier volumes and showcase Brazil's rich musical heritage. A highlight is the exclusive 'Spring Has Sprung,' a collaboration between legendary Asha Puthli, the inventive band SOYUZ, and Swedish producer Sven Wunder. This track exemplifies the high-quality productions Mr Bongo Record Club is known for. Volume 7 blends Brazilian depth with dancefloor-ready hits, such as The Shades of Love's 'Come Inside.' This collection celebrates both timeless and contemporary music, reflecting the enduring allure of diverse and dynamic sounds.
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Funk 70 (Record Store Day RSD 2021)
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Cat: SJR 468BOX. Rel: 26 Jul 21
The Winstons - "Amen Brother" (2:36)
The Winstons - "Color Him Father" (3:08)
Jackie Harris & The Exciters - "Do It, Do It" (2:42)
Jackie Harris & The Exciters - "Get Funk Sweet A Little Bit" (2:30)
Joe Bataan - "Latin Strut" (3:16)
Joe Bataan - "Peace, Friendship & Solidarity" (4:07)
Untouchable Machine Shop - "Machine Shop 1" (2:57)
Untouchable Machine Shop - "Machine Shop 2" (2:31)
Inell Young - "The Next Ball Game" (2:09)
Inell Young - "Part Of The Game" (2:46)
Review: Soul Jazz, as always, have got tons of good stuff line-up for Record Store Day 2021. This bumper Funk 70 Box Set is the latest example and is a limited-edition one-off collector's edition with 10 rare and timeless funk gems on five individual bespoke 7" singles. All killer and no filler, this collection features the likes of a rare Detroit funk tune from Jackie Harris, the seminal 'Latin Strut' by Joe Bataan's which arguably helped make Salsoul Records into the force it became, and some excellent New Orleans funk from Eddie Bo, as well as much more.
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Played by: Soul Music
 in stock $41.35
The Best Of Asona Records: Classic 80's Burger Highlife From Ghana
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Cat: BBE 791CLP. Rel: 06 Mar 25
Thomas Frempong - "Odo Pa" (5:34)
Eric Agyemang & His Kokroko Band - "Kokroko Special" (6:19)
Jewel Ackah - "Maame" (7:08)
Thomas Frempong - "Wobre" (4:41)
Mr Cee - "Bribiara Wone Mmre" (4:31)
Katata - "Saturday Night" (5:40)
Sam Yeboah - "Biribi Aye Me" (5:01)
Thomas Frempong - "Me Nyame" (3:55)
Jewel Ackah - "Onipa Dasa Ni" (5:46)
Kantata - "Monsom" (4:49)
Sam Yeboah - "Odo Mewu" (5:34)
Thomas Frempong - "Kweku Anansi" (5:31)
AK Yeboah & Mr K's No 2 Band - "Make Me Know My Position" (6:57)
Kantata - "It's High Time Now" (5:27)
Review: Prepare yourself for a wry chuckle, as we impart the fact that the compilation you see hyperlinked before you was not at all prepackaged, with work cut out for its curators. Rather, it came from the source, having first manifested as a pile of Ghanaian highlife LPs buried at the bottom of DJ Jerry Frempong's wife's garden. Frempong is the son of one of one of the most prominent former Ghanaian-British label owners, Anthony Roberts Frempong of Asona Records, whose founding movements in the South East London district of Peckham proved highly popular helping disseminate highlife music in the English capital. BBE Music owner Pete Adarkwah caught wind of the serendipitous discovery and approached Jerry to discuss the reissue of this historic catalogue, which you hear here. The sweetest of early and untrodden highlife highlights are heard here, including sparklers by Kantata, Jewel Ackah, Sam Yeboah, Mr Cee and even Thomas Frempong himself.
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Brazilian Disco Boogie Sounds 1977-1984 Volume 2
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Cat: FVR 109CD. Rel: 04 Dec 15
Marcia Maria - "Amigo Branco"
Miss Lene - "Sinal De Desejo"
Brenda - "Natureza Viva"
Cristina Camargo - "Minas Do Rei Salomao"
Lady Zu - "Valeu A Pena"
Almir Ricardi - "To Parado Na Tua"
Rosana - "Alegria No Ar."
Kaito - "Cara Feia"
Adriana - "Contigo"
Review: Favorite Recordings' superb Disco Boogie Sounds series continues. Following Waxist's recent exploration of French productions from the period, they've decided to drop a second collection of high-grade Brazilian material. Renowned crate-digger Charles Maurice has done a terrific job of gathering together dusty, obscure cuts that perfectly encapsulate Brazilian musicians' sun-kissed, soulful approach to disco and boogie. Highlights are naturally plentiful, and include the starry, jazz-funk tinged warmth of Christina Camargo's "Minas Do Rei Salomao", the Chic style brilliance of Almir Ricardi's "To Parado Na Tua", and the cosmic, horn-heavy leftfield disco thrills of Kaito's "Cara Feia".
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タグ: Brazilian Disco | MPB
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Miami Sound: Rare Funk & Soul From Miami Florida 1967-1974 (2023 Edition)
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Cat: SJRLP 536. Rel: 14 Sep 23
All The People - "Cramp Your Style" (2:15)
Helene Smith - "You Got To Be A Man" (2:43)
George McCrae - "I Get Lifted" (2:41)
James Knight & The Butlers - "Funky Cat" (4:09)
Gwen McCrae - "90% Of Me Is You" (2:53)
Little Beaver - "Funkadelic Sound" (2:33)
James Knight & The Butlers - "Save Me" (3:09)
Joey Gilmore - "Do It To Me One More Time" (2:32)
Helene Smith - "A Woman Will Do Wrong" (2:36)
James Knight & The Butlers - "Fantasy World" (4:24)
Timmy Thomas - "Funky Me" (2:57)
The New Clarence Reid - "Cadillac Annie" (2:40)
Frank Williams & The Rocketeers - "The Spanish Flyer" (2:08)
Della Humphrey - "Don't Make The Good Girls Go Bad" (2:36)
Frank Williams & The Rocketeers - "You Got To Be A Man" (2:43)
Joey Gilmore - "Somebody Done Took My Baby" (3:28)
Little Beaver - "I Love The Way You Love" (3:11)
Played by: Osmose
 in stock $25.15
James Brown's Funky People Part 2
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Cat: GET 54084LP. Rel: 22 Mar 17
Bobby Byrd - "I Know You Got Soul" (long version) (4:43)
Hank Ballard & The Midnight Lighters - "From The Love Side" (3:15)
Marva Whitney - "What Do I Have To Do To Prove My Love To You" (2:28)
Maceo & The Macks - "Soul Power" (4:08)
Lyn Collins (The Female Preacher) - "Put It On The Line" (3:33)
Fred Wesley & The JB's - "You Can Have Watergate But Give Me Some Bucks & I'll Be Straight" (part 1 & 2) (6:18)
Maceo & The Macks - "Cross The Track (We Better Go Back)" (3:19)
Myra Barnes (Vicki Anderson) - "Super Good" (part 1 & 2) (5:36)
Myra Barnes (Vicki Anderson) - "The Message From The Soul Sisters" (part 1 & 2) (4:14)
Bobby Byrd - "Hot Pants... I'm Coming, I'm Coming, I'm Coming" (2:29)
Lyn Collins - "Do Your Thing" (4:00)
Fred Wesley & The JB's - "I'm Paying Taxes, What Am I Buying" (9:48)
Fred Wesley & The JB's - "Blow Your Head" (4:45)
Review: The James Brown's Funky People series first appeared back in the 1980s, and gathered together tracks by artists associated with the Godfather of Soul, many of which he wrote and produced himself. This second edition - here reissued on vinyl for the first time since 1988 - contains a wealth of high quality funk and soul material. While some are naturally very well known - Bobby Byrd's "I Know You Got Soul" being the best-loved of the lot - what sets the album apart is the sublime tracks by Marva Whitney, Lyn Collins, Myra Barnes and Hank Ballard & The Midnight Lovers. Throw in some storming covers of Brown classics from Fred Wesley & The J.Bs and you have an essential collection of tried-and-tested dancefloor dynamite.
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Played by: Osmose
 in stock $35.21
Greg Belson's Divine Funk: Rare American Gospel Funk & Soul (remastered)
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Cat: COS 032LP. Rel: 06 Aug 21
The Chariettes Gospel Singers - "Nobody But Jesus" (3:01)
Allen Gauff Jr & His Combo - "I Don't Want To Be Alone" (5:10)
The Christian Harmonizers - "Troubles Of The World" (3:00)
Wearyland Singers - "If You See Me Doing Wrong" (4:39)
Gospel Travelers - "Jesus Is Watching You" (3:14)
Pearl Farano & The High Lites Of Joy - "Who's Your Boss" (2:53)
Gospel Ambassadors - "This Little Light Of Mine" (2:56)
Vocal Aires - "Save A Seat" (3:44)
Birmingham Travelers - "Call Me, Answer" (feat Henry Burton) (3:44)
Zella Jackson - "Days Are Just Like People" (2:19)
The Original Christian Harmonizers - "Blackman, Keep Doing Your Thing" (2:49)
Preacherman Isadore Womack - "I've Got Power In My Mind" (3:11)
Review: Having previously delivered two near-perfect compilations of gospel-powered disco (the essential Divine Disco volumes one and two), Greg Belson has now turned his attention to obscure gospel-soul and gospel-funk. As you'd expect, the standard is exceptionally high throughout, with Belson digging deep into his crates to present top-notch gems that will be all but unknown to all but the most hardcore gospel collectors. Highlights come thick and fast from start to finish, with our picks including the fiery, breakbeat-driven funk of the Wearland Singers' 'If You See Me Doing Wrong', the organ-heavy sweetness of Allen Gauff Jr & His Combo's 'I Don't Want To Be Alone' and the Gospel Ambassadors' sensational cover of gospel classic 'This Little Light of Mine'.
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The Mood Mosaic 15
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The Mood Mosaic 15 (limited 2xLP + poster)
Cat: MMR 51523. Rel: 08 Mar 24
Air - "Mr Man" (3:05)
War - "The Bird & The Squirrel" (2:20)
The Peddlers - "On A Clear Day You Can See Forever" (4:05)
The Albert - "One Life" (3:10)
Hildegard Knef - "Holiday Time" (4:38)
Frits Kaate & Jeanette Corde - "Easy Evi" (3:16)
Rolf Kuhn - "Playmate" (2:33)
Linda Hoyle - "Hymn To Valerie Solanas" (4:05)
Wanda Robinson - "A Possiblity (Back Home)" (5:38)
Harvey Mandel - "The Snake" (3:01)
Freddie Cole - "Brother Where Are You" (4:45)
JJ Barnes - "You Owe It Yourself" (8:29)
Patti Drew - "Beggar For The Blues" (5:48)
Carrie Riley & The Fascinations - "Supercool" (2:59)
Memphis Black - "Why Don't You Play The Organ, Man" (2:40)
Joe Thomas - "Every Brother Ain't A Brother" (11:47)
Sam Baker - "Do Right Man" (2:51)
Sal Davis - "Makini" (2:07)
Willie Wright - "Right On For The Darkness" (3:23)
Review: Deep funk and psychedelic soul heads take heed - Italian label Mood Mosaic created an essential compilation series which has been enjoying a run of represses for anyone late to the party. Originally released in 2017, now you can get your hands on this expertly curated collection which flies under the banner of Supercool! Covering niche outfits like the original, 1970s Air, Carrie Riley And The Fascinations and Wess And The Airedales, this is a smouldering selection which will set the smoothest of moods and offer up lesser-known jams to diggers, beat-makers and lounge lizards alike.
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The Mood Mosaic 18: The Shape Of Things
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The Mood Mosaic 18: The Shape Of Things (limited gatefold 2xLP + poster)
Cat: MMR 0921LP. Rel: 14 Sep 21
Many Dibango - "Ceddo" (5:09)
Gabor Szabo - "Somewhere I Belong" (3:44)
Hareton Salvanini - "Growing" (4:14)
Pete Jolly - "Plummer Park" (4:27)
Don Ellis - "Theme From The French Connection" (3:48)
Jana Koubkova - "Nijana" (6:14)
Rosebud - "Main Theme (More)" (4:04)
Mehrpouya - "Soul Raga" (4:07)
Venus Gang - "Love To Fly" (4:05)
Bernard Estardy - "Gang Train" (3:35)
A Band Called O - "Caosting" (4:59)
Irp 3 - "Tema De Soninha" (2:08)
Maxine Sellers - "Some Kind Of Fever (Pray For Rain)" (3:25)
Herbie Mann - "Cajun Moon" (feat Cissy Houston) (6:17)
Peter Green - "Slabo Day" (4:59)
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254 W 54th St New York NY 10019 United States: Music Inspired By Iconic '70 New York Club Studio 54
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Cat: NOC 3524. Rel: 11 Oct 24
Bionic Boogie - "Risky Changes" (12" extended)
Don Ray - "Got To Have Loving" (Full Length version)
Gloria Gaynor - "Yo Vivire" (Spanish version)
Dennis Parker - "Like An Eagle" (12" mix)
Rinder & Lewis - "Lust" (12" version)
Cuba Gooding - "Disco Royale"
The Michael Zager Band - "Love Express"
Hepy & Gepy - "Body To Body" (12" mix)
Ja Kki - "Sun Sun Sun" (Walter Gibbons 12")
Don Armado's Second Avenue Rhumba Band - "Deputy Of Love"
Donna Summer - "I Feel Love" (12" version)
Love De Luxe - "Here Comes That Sound"
Barbara Pennington - "Twenty Four Hours A Day" (12" version)
Leo Sayer - "Thunder In My Heart" (Disco version)
Camouflage - "You've Got The Power" (12" version)
Voyage - "Lady America" (album version)
John Davis & The Monster Orchestra - "Ain't That Enough For You" (12" version)
CJ & Co - "Devil's Gun"
The Chuck Davis Orchestra - "Spirit Of Sunshine" (long version)
 in stock $23.75
Those Shocking Shaking Days: Indonesian Hard Psychedelic Progressive Rock & Funk 1970-1978
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Cat: NA 5065TRIPLELP. Rel: 18 Feb 11
Panbers - "Haai"
The Brims - "Anti Gandja"
Rollies - "Bad News"
Super Kid - "People"
Shark Move - "Evil War"
Golden Wing - "Hear Me"
Aka - "Do What You Like"
Ivo's Group - "That Shocking Shaking Day"
Ariesta Birawa Group - "Didunia Yang Light"
Terenchem - "Jeritan Cinta"
Benny Soebardja & Lizard - "Candle Light"
Koes Plus - "Mobil Tua"
The Gang Of Harry Roesli - "Don't Talk About Freedom"
Black Brothers - "Saman Doye"
Aka - "Shake Me"
Rasela - "Pemain Bola"
Freedom Of Rhapsodia - "Freedom"
Rhythm Kings - "The Promise"
Duo Kribo - "Uang"
Murry - "Pantun Lama"
 in stock $37.16
Masterpiece: The Ultimate Disco Funk Collection Vol 36 (B-STOCK)
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Cat: PTG 34263 (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
 
B-STOCK: Case cracked, product in perfect working order
Novo Band - "Slowdancin'"
In Touch - "Why Did You Stop Loving Me?"
Poncho C Saint Fingers - "When I Come Knocking"
Haywood Tucker - "I'm Yours"
Spence - "Gonna Party"
Eric Rapier - "Lipstick"
Jimmy Scott - "Games"
Promise - "Betcha'"
Roger Parish - "(You Knows) Who Loves You The Most"
Haywoode - "Divided Love"
The Waters - "Baby I Got It"
Destinnee - "Cinderella"
Andrew Longston & Arn Ashwood - "Living Together"
Review: ***B-STOCK: Case cracked, product in perfect working order***


Some 21 years after volume one appeared in stores, PTG's ongoing Masterpiece: The Ultimate Disco Funk Collection series has reached its 36th instalment. Given the series' longevity and the sheer number of tracks already showcased across volumes one to 35, the cuts on display here are genuine rarities, cult classics and sought-after gems. As usual, highlights are plentiful, from the soulful vocals, dreamy chords and rubbery slap-bass of In Touch's 'Why Did You Stop Loving Me' and the boogie-era sunshine shuffle of 'I'm Yours' by Hollywood Tucker, to the big studio swell of Spence's mid-80s jam 'Gonna Party', the 80s soul smoothness of Jimmy Scott's 'Games' and the synth bass-propelled post-boogie brilliance of 'Divided Love' by Haywoode.
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Aretha's Influences & Inspiration: Respect
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Cat: CDCHD 1214. Rel: 25 Feb 09
Otis Redding - "Respect"
Thelma Jones - "The House That Jack Built"
Don Covay & The Goodtimers - "See Saw"
Jean Wells - "Sit Down & Cry"
Ben E King - "Don't Play Taht Song (You Lied)"
Brenda Holloway - "Every Little Bit Hurts"
Dinah Washington - "Soulville"
Big Maybelle - "Pitiful"
Bobby Bland - "Share You Love With Me"
Hlen Humes - "Today I Sing The Blues" (with Buck Clayton's Orchestra)
Johnny Ace - "My Song" (with The Beale Streeters)
Little Miss Cornshucks - "Try A Little Tenderness"
Jackie Wilson - "I'm Wanderin'"
Percy Mayfield - "The River's Invitation"
Ray Charles - "Drown In My Own Tears"
James Carr - "The Dark End Of The Street"
Mary Wheeler - "Prove It"
Wilson Pickett - "I'm In Love"
Howard Tate - "Eight Days On The Road"
Nina Simone - "To Be Young, Gifted & Black"
Bill Withers - "Let Me In Your Life"
Bobby Womack - "That's The Way I Feel About 'Cha"
Dionne Warwick - "I Say A Little Prayer"
Clara Ward - "The Day Is Passed & Gone"
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You Heard It Here First!
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Cat: CDCHD 1204. Rel: 26 Aug 08
Gloria Jones - "Tainted Love"
Mark James - "Suspicious Minds"
The Wild Ones - "Wild Thing"
The Crickets - "I Fought The Law"
Howlin' Wolf - "The Red Rooster"
The Raindrops - "Hanky Panky"
Bessie Banks - "Go Now"
Priscilla Bowman & The Spaniels - "A Rockin' Good Way"
Sammy Ambrose - "The Diamond Ring"
John D Loudermilk - "Tobacco Road"
Yvonne Fair - "I Found You"
Eddie Riff - "Ain't That Loving You Baby"
Richard Berry & The Pharaohs - "Louie Louie"
Barbie Gaye - "My Boy Lollipop"
The Little Darlings - "Little Bit O'Soul"
Johnny Darrell - "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To Town"
Hoagy Lands - "Baby Let Me Hold Your Hand"
Muddy Waters - "You Need Love"
Diane & Annita - "A Groovy Kind Of Love"
Ian & Sylvia - "You Were On My Mind"
Tommy Hunt - "I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself"
The Kingston Trio - "Let's Get Together" (live)
Joe Jones - "California Sun"
Carson & Gaile - "Something Stupid"
The Leaves - "Hey Joe, Where You Gonna Go"
Sunny Dae & The Knights - "Rock Around The Clock"
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Salsoul 30th Encore
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Salsoul 30th Encore (unmixed 2xCD)
Cat: SALSACD 027. Rel: 08 Feb 06
Instant Funk - "Wide World Of Sports"
Skyy - "Call Me"
Jimmy Willliams - "All Of My Lovin'"
Sly Cabell - "Feelin' Fine"
Instant Funk - "Crying"
Loleatte Holloway - "We're Getting Stronger (The Longer We Stay Together)"
The Salsoul Orchestra - "Take Some Time Out For Love"
Logg - "Sweet To Me"
Jimmy Castor - "It's Just Begun"
Rafael Cameron - "Boogie's Gonna Get You"
Instant Funk - "Bodyshine"
Aurra - "Just A Little Love"
Candido - "Jingo Breakdown"
The Salsoul Orchestra - "Getaway"
Skyy - "Here's To You"
Carol Willams - "Love Is You"
First Choice - "Double Choice"
Loleatta Holloway - "All About The Paper"
Double Exposure - "Everyman"
Rafael Cameron - "Funtown USA"
Instant Funk - "No Stoppin' That Rockin"
Edwin Birdsong - "Rapper Dapper Snapper"
Bunny Sigler - "Let Me Party With You"
The Salsoul Orchestra - "Nice'N' Naasty"
Lemon - "Freak On"
Vaughn Mason - "You CaN Do It"
Joe Bataan - "Rap-O Clap-O"
Skyy - "High"
Joe Bataan - "Latin Strut"
Skip Mahoney - "Janice (Don't B e So Blind To Love)"
Played by: Salsoul Selection
 in stock $15.93
In The Naked City (Songs Of Urban Life 1962-1972)
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Cat: CDKEND 299. Rel: 31 May 08
Chuck Jackson - "Big New York"
The Cookies - "On Broadway"
Marva Josie - "I Love New York"
Dee Clark - "In My Apartment"
Arthur Alexander - "Concrete Jungle"
Clyde McPhatter - "Second Window, Second Floor"
Jackie Wilson - "No Pity (In The Naked City)"
Jerry Butler - "I Don't Want To Hear It Anymore"
Garnet Mimms & The Enchanters - "A Quiet Place"
Audrey Freeman - "Three Rooms"
Jackie Shane - "In My Tenement"
Little Eva - "Uptown"
Barry Darvell with Hash Brown & His Orchestra - "I Found A Daisy (In The City)"
Jan Bradley - "Nights In New York City"
Donald Height - "Song Of The Street"
The Imaginations - "Strange Neighborhood"
The Drifters - "Up In The Streets Of Harlem"
Wayne Bennett - "Those City Lights"
Eric Williams - "That Old Neighborhood"
The Tymes - "Street Talk"
Walter Jackson - "No Butterflies"
Colette Kelly - "City Of Fools"
Ralfi Pagan - "Up On The Roof (Interpolation: Some Kinda Wonderful)"
Aretha Franklin - "Spanish Harlem"
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Here There & Everywhere: Black America Sings John Lennon Paul McCartney & George Harrison
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Cat: XXQLP 2142. Rel: 27 Nov 24
Sam Fletcher - "Can't Buy Me Love"
Sarah Vaughan - "You Never Give Me Your Money"
Natalie Cole - "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds"
Four Tops - "Michelle"
Junior Parker - "Taxman"
Madeline Bell - "Step Inside Love"
The Supremes - "You Can't Do That"
Carmen McRae - "Here There & Everywhere"
Randy Crawford - "Give Peace A Chance"
Syreeta - "She's Leaving Home"
Mary Wells - "He Loves You" (mono)
Billy Paul - "Let 'Em In"
The Drifters - "Every Night"
Carleen Anderson - "Maybe I'm Amazed"
Margie Joseph - "My Love"
The Three Degrees - "Isn't It A Pity"
The Chiffons - "My Sweet Lord"
Keb Mo - "Imagine"
Donny Hathaway - "Jealous Guy"
Stevie Wonder - "We Can Work It Out"
Marvin Gaye - "Yesterday"
Esther Phillips - "And I Love Him"
Review: Here, There and Everywhere: Black America Sings John Lennon, Paul McCartney & George Harrison is Ace Records' third compilation of soulful jazz and r&b covers of Beatles classics by Black American artists. This collectio has a deep Motown presence, acknowledging the Beatles' early admiration for Motown before the label's music even hit the UK charts. The album spans Beatles and post-Beatles compositions from 1964 to 2004, with standout performances by artists like Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. The song selection takes listeners on an inspired journey through well-known hits, reimagined with rich soul and jazz interpretations. The Supremes' take on 'You Can't Do That' and The Four Tops' 'Michelle' reveal fresh, emotive layers in songs that are simultaneously faithful and transformative. Randy Crawford's stirring 'Give Peace a Chance' and Stevie Wonder's vibrant 'We Can Work It Out' underscore Black America's lasting engagement with the Beatles' work, while tracks like Sam Fletcher's 'Can't Buy Me Love' and Keb' Mo's 'Imagine' breathe new life into familiar melodies with jazz-infused warmth and soul. Each cover on the compilation not only reflects the artists' creative voices but also traces the Beatles' own roots in soul and r&b, bridging cultural influences that shaped music in the 60s and beyond. Here, There and Everywhere is an enriching and unique compilation that has one of the most enduring cross-cultural exchanges in modern pop history.
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 in stock $32.97
Wayfaring Strangers: Guitar Soli
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Cat: NUMERO 018V. Rel: 03 Apr 08
Dana Westover - "Beginning"
Ted Lucas - "Raga In D"
Scott Witte - "Sailor's Dream"
George Cromarty - "Flight"
Richard Crandell - "Diagonal"
Daniel Hecht - "Baba Dream Songs"
Jim Ohlschmidt - "The Delta Freeze"
Stephen Cohen - "No More School"
William Eaton - "Track 9"
Mark Lang - "Strawberry Man"
Tom Smith - "Quidate Quierda"
Dan Lambert - "Charley Town"
William Eaton - "Track 13"
Brad Chequer - "Warm River"
Scott White - "Grow"
Dwayne Cannan - "One Forty Eight"
Review: 'Wayfaring Strangers: Guitar Soli' explores the private side of the solo guitar movement from 1966-81, bridging the gap between American Primitive
pioneers & the California modernists. Includes a 40-page booklet, digipack, and a limited edition NUMERO guitar pick.
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 in stock $29.05
The Holland Dozier Holland Songbook
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Cat: CDTOP 520. Rel: 25 Apr 24
Donnie Elbert - "Where Did Our Love Go"
Chris Clark - "Love's Gone Bad"
Martha & The Vandellas - "Jimmy Mack"
The Band - "Don't Do It"
Marvin Gaye & Kim Weston - "Baby I Need Your Loving"
Brenda Lee - "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)"
Gloria Gaynor - "Reach Out, I'll Be There"
Diana Ross & The Supremes - "Heaven Must Have Sent You"
Big Al Downing - "Medley Of Soul (It's The Same Old Song / Something About You / I Can't Help Myself)"
Honey Cone - "While You're Out Looking For Sugar"
The Fall - "There's A Ghost In My House"
The Isley Brothers - "Take Me In Your Arms (Rock Me A Little While)"
The Vanilla Fudge - "You Keep Me Hanging On"
Dusty Springfield - "A Love Like Yours (Don't Come Knocking Everyday)"
Bettye Swann - "This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You)"
Holland-Dozier Feat Lamont Dozier - "New Breed Kinda Woman"
Freda Payne - "Band Of Gold"
Eddie Holland - "Leaving Here"
Four Tops - "I'm In A Different World"
Dionne Warwick - "I Think You Need Love"
Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - "(Come Round Here) I'm The One You Need"
Barbara Mason - "Come See About Me"
Kim Weston - "Helpless"
Laura Nyro - "Come And Get These Memories"
 in stock $14.53
BGP Presents The Vanguard Experience: I Like It
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Cat: CDBGPD 106. Rel: 18 Feb 08
Jean Jacques Perrey - "Eva"
Camille Yarbrough - "Take Yo' Praise"
The Players Association - "I Like It"
Dave Burns - "Rigor Mortez"
The Pazant Brothers - "Work Song"
Bunky Green - "Funk Ain't A Word"
Nanette Natal - "Lavender Thursday"
Jean Jacques Perrey - "Cat In The Night"
chriss Hills - "Funkey Monkey"
The Pazant Brothers - "Loose & Juicy"
Dave Burns - "Richie's Dream"
Jean Jacques Perrey & Gershon Kingsley - "Mas Que Nada"
Played by: Gilles Peterson
 in stock $10.90
Nigeria 70: Lagos Jump (Original Heavyweight Afrobeat Highlife & Afro-Funk)
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Cat: STRUT 035LP. Rel: 04 Jul 08
Bola Johnson & His Easy Life Top Beats - "Ezuku Buzo"
Ify Jerry Krusade - "Everybody Likes Something Good"
Sir Shina Peters & His International Stars - "Yabis"
Olufemi Ajasi & His New Nigerian Bros - "Aiye Le"
Ashanti Afrika Jah - "Onyame"
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Melody Maestroes - "Dododo (Ekassa No 1)"
Peacocks Guitar Band - "Eddie Quansa"
Rex Williams - "You Are My Heart"
Peter King - "African Dialects"
Cheif Checker - "Ire Afrrica"
Eddie Okwedy - "Happy Survival"
Tony Tete Harbor & The Star Heaters Of Nigeria - "Tete Muo Bu Muo"
Eric (Showboy) Akaeze & His Royal Ericos - "Wetin De Watch Goat, Goat Dey Watchman"
The Immortals - "Hot Tears"
 in stock $29.05
Edo Funk Explosion Vol 1
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Edo Funk Explosion Vol 1 (gatefold 2xLP + booklet + MP3 download code)
Cat: AALP 091. Rel: 26 Mar 21
Osayomore Joseph & The Creative Seven - "Africa Is My Root" (6:46)
Akaba Man & The Nigie Rockets - "Ta Gha Hunsimwen" (6:01)
Akaba Man & The African Pride - "Popular Side" (7:26)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Iranm Iran" (5:34)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Sakpaide No 2" (6:28)
Akaba Man & The Nigie Rockets - "Ta Ghi Rare" (7:21)
Osayomore Joseph - "My Name Is Money" (4:50)
Akaba Man & The Nigie Rockets - "Ogbov Omwan" (9:21)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Aibalegbe" (3:51)
Osayomore Joseph & The Ulele Power Sound - "Who No Man" (8:38)
Sir Victor Uwaifo & His Titibitis - "Obviemama" (4:34)
Osayomore Joseph & The Ulele Power Sound - "Ororo No De Fade" (8:01)
Review: Analog Africa have put together their 31st compilation here, and it's another essential, well curated overview of a fantastic funk sound, focussing on the genre's greatest originators, namely Osayomore Joseph, Akaba Man and Sir Victor Uwaifo. All of these artists' primary skill was to strip down funk down to its core essence and use it as a foundation to rebuild their own unique interpretations. Each one is imbued with the spirit of the Edo culture and all 12 cuts here pulse with driving rhythm and raw musicianship, bright keys and tripped-out guitars that bring the funk in utterly fresh and thrilling ways.
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タグ: African | Afro Funk
 in stock $25.99
Rocksteady Got Soul
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Rocksteady Got Soul (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: SJRLP 464. Rel: 19 Mar 21
Alton Ellis - "It's True" (2:46)
The Heptones - "You Turned Away" (2:32)
The Gladiators - "Mr Sweet" (2:21)
The Jail Breakers - "Work It Up" (2:25)
Lee Perry & The Gaylads - "Run Rudie Run" (2:50)
The Heptones - "Young Generation" (3:31)
Jackie Mittoo - "Good Feeling" (2:13)
Calvin Marshall - "I Need Your Loving" (2:36)
Alton Ellis - "I'll Be Waiting" (2:36)
The Clarendonians - "The Tables Gonna Turn" (3:18)
Ken Parker - "When You're Gone" (2:09)
Sound Dimension - "Traveling Home" (3:38)
Errol Dunkley - "Get Up Now" (2:33)
John Holt - "My Heart Is Gone" (2:50)
Freedom Singers & Larry Marshall - "Monkey Man" (2:13)
The Ethiopians - "Let The Light Shine" (2:56)
Im & David - "Money Maker" (2:39)
The Viceroys - "Lose & Gain" (2:37)
Review: Soul Jazz Records continues to trawl through the vast archives of Jamaica's Studio One label and its many offshoots. This time round, they're focusing on uplifting, feel-good rocksteady and soulful reggae cuts from the late 1960s and early '70s. As you'd expect, it's an excellent collection that not only showcases classic cuts and well-worn "riddims", but also obscurities and the sort of rare gems that make reggae collectors go weak at the knees. With such stars as Alton Ellis, John Holt, Lee 'Scratch' Perry, the Heptones and Jackie Mittoo all featured, and exhaustive sleeve notes from reggae scholar Rob Chapman, Rocksteady Got Soul is another essential Studio One compilation from the reliable Soul Jazz Records crew.
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 in stock $32.40
Pop Hits 12: Super Aranjmanlar
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Cat: EU 406. Rel: 30 Apr 21
Seyyal Taner - "Kalbimi Affettim" (2:33)
Sezen Aksu - "Gelen Gideni Aratir" (4:23)
Gulden Karabocek - "Mehmet Emmi" (3:46)
Kamuran Akkor - "Ikimiz Bir Fidaniz" (3:29)
Iskender Dogan - "Mahizer" (3:29)
Nurhan Damcioglu - "Ali Baba" (4:26)
Ajda Pekkan - "Hepsi Bos" (4:30)
Senay - "Dalkavuk" (5:02)
Selda - "Ince Ince Bir Kar Yagar" (3:43)
Ersen - "Derman Bulunmaz" (3:23)
Nese Karabocek - "Yali Yali" (2:38)
Edip Akbayram - "Haberin Varmi" (3:07)
Played by: I Love Disco!
 in stock $29.05
Stax Gold Hits 1968-1974
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Cat: LPSXD 043. Rel: 10 Sep 08
Booker T & The MGs - "Soul Limbo"
Judy Clay & William Bell - "Private Number"
Johnnie Taylor - "Who's Making Love"
Eddie Floyd - "Bring It On Home To Me"
William Bell - "I Forgot To Be Your Lover"
Carla Thomas - "I Like What You're Doing (To Me)"
Booker T & The MGs - "Time Is Tight"
Rufus Thomas - "(Do The) Push & Pull" (part 1)
Jean Knight - "Mr Big Stuff"
The Dramatics - "Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get"
The Staple Singers - "Respect Yourself"
Isaac Hayes - "Theme From Shaft"
The Bar-Kays - "Son Of Shaft"
The Staple Singers - "I'll Take You There"
Frederick Knight - "I've Been Lonely For So Long"
Mel & Tim - "Starting All Over Again"
Shirley Brown - "Woman To Woman"
The Soul Children - "I'll Be The Other Woman"
 in stock $21.79
Duomo Sounds Ltd: Nigerian 80s Disco Music To Move Your Soul
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Cat: LIVST 005LP. Rel: 13 Dec 17
Christy Ogbah - "Advice" (6:31)
Johnny O - "Bazz Xmas Eve" (4:36)
Mike Umoh - "Look At Me" (5:28)
Mike Umoh - "Shake Your Body" (6:21)
Bindiga - "Disco Connection" (5:18)
Christy Ogbah - "Aimiuugwia" (4:59)
Bindiga - "Perfect Disco Machine" (6:02)
Bassey Black & The Natty Messiah - "On My Mind" (5:15)
Christy Ogbah - "Azomonfe" (5:43)
Godfrey Odili - "You Do Good For Yourself" (9:30)
Eunice Mokus Arimoku - "Ariro" (8:02)
Review: Between 1980 and '84, Duomo Sounds Ltd released some of the most inspired disco and boogie to come from Nigeria. This fine compilation from Odion tells the story of the label via a selection of the Humphrey Aniakor-founded imprint's finest moments. Although fuzzier and more lo-fi than the American and European records that inspired them, with the distinctive grooves of Afro-beat and Afro-funk never far away, the vast majority of these tracks are every bit as weighty and floor-friendly. Highlights include Mike Umoh's immaculate "Shake Your Body", the Moog-laden Christy Ogbah slow jam "Aimiugwah", the Clavinet-happy bounce of Bindiga's "Perfect Disco Machine" and the celebratory silliness of Johnny O's festive "Bazz Xmas Eve".
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 in stock $48.06
Inner City Review
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Inner City Review (LP + insert with obi-strip)
Cat: ARC 2LP. Rel: 26 Jun 20
Jimmy Hayes - "Goody Goody Gumdrops" (5:43)
Lewis Flournoy - "Cold Blooded Woman" (5:05)
The Love Affair, Troy Raglin - "You're So Good To Me" (2:40)
Lewis Flournoy - "That's The Way It Is" (3:40)
Lewis Flournoy - "Let's Live & Let's Live" (2:54)
The George Semper Orchestra - "Got To Find A Way To Make Some Money" (2:50)
The George Semper Orchestra - "Cosmic Funk" (3:51)
Jimmy Hayes - "Queen For A Day" (2:52)
The Love Affair, Troy Raglin - "Never In My Life" (6:22)
 in stock $27.39
Brazil USA 70: Brazilian Music In The USA In The 1970s
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Cat: SJRLP 428. Rel: 07 Jun 19
Airto - "Samba De Flora" (6:10)
Duke Pearson - "Sandalia Dela" (with Flora Purim) (3:31)
Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66 - "Batucada (The Beat)" (2:17)
Deodato - "Skyscrapers" (6:40)
Milton Nascimento - "Catavento" (2:28)
Airto - "Tombo In 7/4" (6:24)
Luiz Bonfa - "Bahia Soul" (2:31)
Dom Um Romao - "Braun-Blek-Blu" (4:43)
Moacir Santos - "Kathy" (3:37)
Joao Donato - "Almas Irmas" (1:53)
Sivuca - "Ai'nt No Sunshine" (4:47)
Milton Nascimento - "Rio Vermelho" (3:20)
Tamba 4 - "Consolation (Consolacao)" (8:19)
Flora Purim - "Moon Dreams" (4:58)
Dom Um Romao - "Escravos De Jo" (4:04)
Airto - "Andei (I Walked)" (2:32)
 in stock $30.74
Horn Rock & Funky Guitar Grooves 1968-1974
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Cat: BGP 2311. Rel: 25 Jul 19
Paul Butterfield Blues Band - "Buddy's Advice" (3:20)
Al Kooper - "Toe Hold" (3:56)
Delaney & Bonnie - "It's Been A Long Time Coming" (2:20)
Cold Blood - "Understanding" (6:36)
Lighthouse - "One Fine Morning" (LP version) (5:17)
Blood, Sweat & Tears - "Roller Coaster" (3:12)
Tower Of Power - "Clever Girl" (2:54)
Donnie Brooks - "Blow Your Mind" (2:23)
Chase - "Run Back To Mama" (3:13)
Hammer - "Tuane" (3:06)
Crystal Mansions - "Somebody Oughta' Turn Your Head Around" (3:27)
The Flock - "Clown" (part 1) (3:11)
Tobias Wood Henderson - "Gypsy Boy II" (2:46)
Black Magic - "Shoes" (3:06)
The Electric Flag - "Make Your Move" (4:18)
The Sons - "Boomp Boomp Chomp" (10:06)
American Sound Ltd - "Aunt Marie" (2:40)
 in stock $21.79
Big Deal!: Weinberger Funk Library UK 1975-1979
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Cat: SONOL 96. Rel: 15 Sep 16
Midas Touch - "Big Deal!" (2:42)
Toni Campo - "Over & Out" (3:15)
Martin Kershaw - "Riff Raff" (2:47)
Reginald Wale - "Rhythm Rhythm Rhythm" (2:55)
Trevor Bastow - "Integration" (3:24)
Toni Campo - "Point Blank" (2:00)
Piet Van Meren - "Soul Punch" (3:38)
Toni Campo - "Tooty Flooty" (1:44)
Midas Touch - "Make No Bones" (2:25)
Toni Campo - "Centrefold" (3:17)
Sidney Dale - "Knock On Wood" (2:48)
Reginald Wale - "Gone Gone Gone" (3:34)
Toni Campo - "Do The Stumble" (2:05)
Trevor Bastow - "Hydrogene" (2:52)
Ishfahan Farid - "Focus On The Middle East" (2:28)
Vick Flick - "Santaren" (2:42)
 in stock $24.03
Nigeria Soul Power 70: Afro Funk Afro Rock Afro Disco
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Cat: SJRLP 446. Rel: 18 Oct 19
Geraldo Pino - "Shake Hands" (4:41)
Sonny Okosunds Ozziddi - "Dance Of The Elephants" (7:27)
The Wings - "We'll Get Home" (3:51)
Alhaji (Chief) Prof Kollington Ayinla - "E Ye Ika Se" (3:22)
Colomach - "Kassa Kpa Sama Kpa" (3:39)
Geraldo Pino - "Heavy Heavy Heavy" (6:24)
MFB - "Beware" (2:25)
Tony Grey & The Ozimba Messengers - "You Are The One" (7:22)
Sonny Okosuns - "Oba Erediauwa I" (6:20)
The Wings - "Single Boy" (4:02)
Geraldo Pino - "Power To The People" (5:43)
Original Wings - "Igba Alusi" (7:03)
Don Bruce & The Angels - "Sugar Baby" (6:32)
Geraldo Pino - "Africans Must Unite" (5:51)
Review: Back in 2017, Soul Jazz offered up a superb box set of seven 7" singles featuring a wealth of 1970s Nigerian afro-rock, afro-funk and afro-disco. Since then the box has been changing hands for significant sums online, so they've bowed to pressure and decided to reissue it as a gatefold double album. It features the same combination of tracks from the likes of Geraldo Pino, Tony Grey, The Wings and MFB, though this time they've been included in a different order. For those interested in raw, raucous and life-affirming Nigerian dance music from the period, it should be an essential purchase (providing, of course, they don't already own the previous box set).
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 in stock $30.74
Color De Tropico
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Cat: ELPALMASLP 09. Rel: 25 Apr 22
Los Darts - "El Despertar" (4:32)
Hugo Blanco - "Guajira Con Arpa" (3:10)
La Retreta Mayor - "Zambo" (2:45)
Combo Los Capri - "Gaita Universal" (2:36)
Nelson Y Sus Estrellas - "Fantasia Latina" (4:38)
German Fernando - "Socorro Auxilio" (3:30)
Grupo Almendra - "Tu Y Yo" (4:30)
Tulio Enrique Leon - "Bimbom" (2:40)
タグ: Latin | Salsa | Latin Jazz | Cumbia
 in stock $32.14
Cumbia Beat Vol 3
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Cat: VAMPI 187. Rel: 27 Mar 19
Silvestre Montez Y Sus Guantanameros - "El Saltamontes" (2:34)
Los Condores Del Cusco - "Lamento Del Condor" (3:04)
Los Gitanos - "La Manzanita" (2:40)
Los Orientales De Paramonga - "Descarga Oriental" (2:48)
Los Casmenos - "La Espumita Del Rio" (2:23)
Los 5 Palomillas - "El Forastero" (2:30)
Los Beta 5 - "Sueno Hippie" (3:19)
Los Girasoles - "Girasoleando" (3:41)
Los Demonios Del Mantaro - "Cumbia Del Amor" (2:40)
Los Demonios De Corocochay - "Cumbia Del Puerto" (2:08)
Paco Zambrano Y Sus Ratones - "Bailando Con Patricia" (2:19)
Los Ecos - "Chola Ingrata" (3:52)
Los Tantos - "Manzana Verde" (2:24)
Los Scorpios - "Si No Quieres Bailar Vuelve A Casa" (2:29)
Los Blue Kings De Nana - "El Baile De Los Reyes" (2:40)
Grupo Siglo XX - "La Naranjadita" (2:40)
Los Sanders De Nana - "Larga Espera" (3:20)
Los Quantos - "Cumbia Quantica" (3:04)
Los Diablos Rojos - "Silbando Por La Montana" (3:44)
Marco Merry Y Sus Golfos - "El Chullo" (3:03)
Sonido Verde De Moyobamba - "Lamento Moyobambino" (3:12)
 in stock $39.11
This Is Mainstream!
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Cat: WWSLP 23. Rel: 10 Sep 19
Saundra Phillips - "Miss Fatback" (3:07)
Afrique - "Kissing My Love" (3:06)
Hal Galper - "This Moment" (11:50)
December's Children - "Livin' (Way Too Fast)" (3:39)
Blue Mitchell - "Blue's Blues" (7:02)
Maxine Weldon - "Make It With You" (2:54)
Reggie Moore - "Mother McCree" (2:59)
Jay Berliner - "Papa Was A Rolling Stone" (5:29)
Dave Hubbard - "TB's Delight" (3:48)
Almeta Lattimore - "These Memories" (3:29)
Buddy Terry - "Lean On Him (Lean On Me)" (5:54)
Pete Yellin - "Bird & The Ouija Board" (12:34)
Sarah Vaughan - "Just A Little Lovin'" (3:04)
 in stock $34.64
Stax Of Funk Vol 2: More Funky Truth
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Cat: BGP2 150. Rel: 02 Aug 02
Calvin Scott - "Shame On The Family"
Bernie Hayes - "Cool Strut"
Reggie Milner - "Soul Machine"
Sir Mack Rice - "Bump Meat"
Rudy Robinson & The Hungry Five - "Got It Together" (Parts 1 & 2)
Israel "Popper Stopper" Tolbert With The C A Warren Players - "Big Leg Woman (With A Short Mini Skirt)"
The Sweet Inspirations - "Dirty Tricks"
Katie Love - "How Can You Mistreat The One You Love"
The Emotions - "From Toys To Boys"
Inez Foxx - "Circuits Overload"
The Staple Singers - "Brand New Day"
The Bar Kays - "Cold Blooded"
Black Nasty - "Talking To The People"
The Wrecking Crew - "Bump And Boogie"
Sir Mack Rice - "Dark Skin Woman"
John Kasandra - "Ain't No Sin (To Have Fun)"
Rufus Thomas - "Do The Side Saddle"
Jimmy Mccraclin - "Stay Away From That Monkey"
Albert King - "Crosscut Saw"
Lee Sain - "Them Hot Pants"
Stu Gardener - "Devil In A Man"
 in stock $23.19
Lowriders: Sweet Soul Harmony From The Golden Era
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Cat: KENT 522. Rel: 24 Feb 22
The Exceptions - "So Much In Love" (2:40)
Lee Williams & The Cymbals - "Please Say It Isn't So" (2:49)
The Vanguards - "Somebody Please" (3:56)
The Manhattans - "Follow Your Heart" (3:00)
The Lovers - "Someone" (2:39)
The Superbs - "It Hurts So Much" (2:28)
Little Ben & The Cheers - "(I'm Not Ready To) Settle Down" (2:57)
The Radiations - "That's The Way Our Love Is" (2:36)
Reuben Bell - "It's Not That Easy" (with The Casanovas) (2:26)
The Esquires - "No Doubt About It" (2:36)
Bobby Burn - "I'm A Lonely Man" (2:41)
The Persians - "Here It Comes" (3:06)
Melvin Hicks & The Versatiles - "I'm Just Passing Time" (2:18)
Houston Outlaws - "What Am I Gonna Do" (4:17)
Review: Sweet Soul Harmony From the Golden Era is a new album from The Lowriders that amalgamates two previous This Is Lowrider Soul CDs. The Kent Soul label has put together the 14 tunes they think best represent the sounds Los Angelenos, often of Mexican descent, love so much and are famous for having blasting from their low riding motors. This is the sort of music you can hear in East LA or Van Nuys Boulevard in the northwest of the city and is made up of sweet soul sounds that have been carefully dug out and unearthed over the years.
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 in stock $20.10
Popcorn Sound Of Vienna: Vol 1 Eternal Thing (mono) (remastered)
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Cat: CM 1. Rel: 06 Sep 24
Sam Hawkins - "Let Me Dream" (2:30)
Buddy Lucas - "I Can't Go" (2:12)
Roosevelt Grier - "Struttin' 'N Twistin" (2:32)
Harold Burrage - "You KO'd Me" (1:58)
Margie Day - "Ho-Ho" (2:52)
Jimmy Antony - "Eternal Thing" (2:26)
Miss Betty Hope - "Just A Little Bit More" (2:25)
The Newports - "Dixie Woman" (2:03)
Joe Liggins - "Rag Mop" (3:01)
Mamie Bradley - "The Patty Cake" (2:19)
Lillian Offitt - "My Man Is A Lover" (2:42)
Margaret Ann Williams - "Ten Commandments Of Soul" (2:05)
 in stock $19.55
Super Breaks Vol 2: Essential Jazz Soul & Funk Breakbeats
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Cat: BGP 2132. Rel: 01 May 00
Herman Kelly - "Dance To The Drummer's Beat"
All The People Featuring Robert Moore - "Cramp Your Style"
Baby Huey - "Hard Times"
Isaac Hayes - "Hyperbolicsyllabicsesquedalmistic"
William De Vaughan - "Be Thankful For What You've Got"
The Detroit Emeralds - "You're Gettin' A Little Too Smart"
Freda Payne - "Unhooked Generation"
20th Century Steel Band - "Heaven And Hell Is On Earth"
24 Carat Black - "Ghetto: Misfortune's Wealth"
Ernie Hines - "Our Generation"
Rufus Thomas - "The Breakdown (Part 2)"
Joe Tex - "Papa Was, Too"
Wilbur Bascomb And The Zodiac - "Just A Groove In G"
Funk Inc - "Kool Is Back"
Pleasure - "Joyous"
The Fatback Band - "Put Your Love (In My Tender Care)"
The Emotions - "I Like It"
Casesar Frazier - "Funk It Up"
 in stock $23.75
The Soul Of Spanish Harlem
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Cat: BGP2 197. Rel: 03 Feb 09
Ralfi Pagan - "Ain't No Big Thing"
The Terrible Frankie Nieves - "True Love"
Tito Ramos - "Heaven (Is Not For Everyone)"
The Harvey Averne Dozen - "Central Park"
Monguito Santamaria - "Crying Time"
The Lebron Brothers Orchestra - "Don't Be Afraid"
Joey Pastrano - "That's How Rumours Start"
107th Street Stickball Team - "On Old Broadway"
Ray Jay & The Eastsiders - "Same Old Sad Song"
125th Street Candy Store - "Reflections Of My Life"
Parrish - "Your Smile"
Ronnie Marks - "Some Lonely Heart"
Olivieri - "There's No Other Girl"
King Nando - "Maria, Maria"
Tony Middleton & Bobby Matos - "Already Satisfied"
The Lat Teens - "I'll Never Let You Go"
The Nitty Sextette - "Nitty Boo Boo"
Russell Cohen & The New Yorkers - "I'm Gonna Leave You"
Ralphie & The Latin Lovers - "Lonely Has Been My Day"
Joe Bataan - "Ordinary Guy"
 in stock $23.19
Luke Una presents E Soul Cultura
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Cat: MRBCD 244. Rel: 06 May 22
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti - "Eva"
Chene Noir - "Le Train"
Metropolis - "Every Time I See Him"
The Brand New Heavies - "Stay This Way" (feat N'Dea Davenport - The Lunar dub)
Typesun - "The PL" (extended edit)
King Errisson - "Space Queen"
Yusef Lateef - "Robot Man"
Daniel Humair, Francois Jeanneau & Henri Texier - "Le Cyclope"
Airto Moreira - "O Galho Da Roseira (The Branches Of The Rose Tree)"
Francisco - "Wache"
Nar'Chiveol - "Apocalypse Now Ho"
On - "Southern Freeez"
Soylent Green - "After All"
Review: The concept behind Luke Una's first solo compilation as a selector may be a little bit fuzzy - fundamentally, it's music for watching sunrises and feeling spaced out after a night on the tiles - but the music he's decided to showcase is uniformly fantastic. In-keeping with his famously eclectic approach to music, the 13 tracks on E-Soul Cultura include forays into spiritual jazz (Chene Noir), luscious Brazilian sunshine music (Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti), acid-jazz-goes-deep house (Brand New Heavies), British neo-soul (Typesun), jazz-funk (King Erisson, Yussef Lateef), chant-sporting proto-house madness (Nar'Chiveol), a prime slices of sub-heavy Sheffield brilliance (On's sought-after cover of 'Southern Freeez') and a blissed-out chunk of minimalist electronica from Roman Flugel's Soylent Green project.
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Luke Una Presents E Soul Cultura
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Luke Una Presents E Soul Cultura (gatefold 2xLP + insert with obi-strip)
Cat: MRBLP 244. Rel: 06 May 22
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti - "Eva" (5:36)
Chene Noir - "Le Train" (4:23)
Metropolis - "Every Time I See Him" (3:53)
The Brand New Heavies - "Stay This Way" (feat N'Dea Davenport - The Lunar dub) (5:14)
Typesun - "The PL" (extended edit) (5:12)
King Errisson - "Space Queen" (7:00)
Yusef Lateef - "Robot Man" (6:21)
Daniel Humair, Francois Jeanneau & Henri Texier - "Le Cyclope" (4:46)
Airto Moreira - "O Galho Da Roseira (The Branches Of The Rose Tree)" (7:53)
Francisco - "Wache" (6:02)
Nar'Chiveol - "Apocalypse Now Ho" (4:37)
On - "Southern Freeez" (8:00)
Soylent Green - "After All" (6:21)
Review: A welcome return to the compilation arena from Luke Una, whose deep record collection and pleasingly open-minded record collection make him a perfect curator. E Soul Cultura has a concept of sorts - the kind of vaguely Balearic but not genre-bound jams that the Sheffield-born, Manchester-based DJ would play to fellow E'd-up party survivors at 5am - but it's the quality of the music on offer that makes the compilation so essential. For proof, check the spiritual space disco shuffle of King Errison's 'Space Queen', the deliciously sub-heavy, post-bleep deep house soul of Sheffield outfit On's cover of 'Southern Freeez', the bruk-up soul of Type Sun's 'The PL', the Brazilian sunshine of Robson Jorge and Lincoln Olivetti's 'Eva' and the deliciously percussive, intergalactic jazz-funk vibes of 'Every Time I See Him' by Metropolis.
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The Best Of Chi Sound Records 1976-1984 (Record Store Day RSD 2022)
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Cat: DEMREC 992. Rel: 13 May 22
Windy City Orchestra (aka Carl Davis & The Chi Sound Orchestra) - "Windy City Theme" (2:51)
Ebony Rhythm Funk Campaign - "Watchin' You, Watchin' Me" (3:36)
Manchild - "Red Hot Daddy" (3:20)
Gene Chandler - "Get Down" (12" version) (8:19)
The Impressions - "Come To My Party" (6:04)
Sidney Joe Qualls - "So Sexy" (4:01)
Gene Chandler - "When You're #1" (9:13)
The Dells - "All About The Paper" (5:29)
Manchild - "Taking It To The Streets" (4:02)
The Chi-Lites - "Hot On A Thing (Called Love)" (feat Eugene Record) (3:58)
Magnum Force - "A Touch Of Funk" (mono version) (5:17)
The Impressions - "Fan The Fire" (7:14)
Walter Jackson - "Touching In The Dark" (4:02)
Gene Chandler - "Does She Have A Friend?" (4:11)
Manchild - "Especially For You" (6:05)
The Dells - "Passionate Breezes" (5:32)
Walter Jackson - "It's Cool" (4:28)
Paris - "I Choose You" (5:53)
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Fully Soul (Record Store Day RSD 2022)
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Cat: BMGCAT 610LP. Rel: 13 May 22
Carstairs - "It Really Hurts Me Girl" (3:30)
The Appointments - "I Saw You There" (3:03)
Jean Battle - "Love Making" (2:50)
Johnny De'vigne - "I Smell Trouble" (2:08)
Yvonne Daniels - "Super Soul Music" (2:25)
Felton Burks - "I'll Always Love You" (2:24)
Beverly Hammonds - "I Wish It Would Rain" (2:16)
Carstairs - "The Story Of Our Love" (3:06)
The Appointments - "Keep Away" (3:07)
Jean Battle - "When A Woman Loves A Man" (3:01)
Johnny De'vigne - "Things Ain't The Same" (2:48)
Yvonne Daniels - "I Got To Get Close To You" (2:18)
Felton Burks - "I Need You" (2:16)
Beverly Hammonds - "Darling Baby" (3:00)
Played by: Pete Haigh
 in stock $32.40
Naino Naino!: Spanish Gipsy Soul Funk 1971-1978
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Cat: ADC 012LP. Rel: 14 Mar 22
Peret - "Chavi" (3:52)
Las Grecas - "Achilipu" (2:30)
El Luis - "Yo Te Lo Digo Cantando" (2:53)
Los Chorbos - "Vuelvo A Casa" (4:24)
Chango - "Aleluya" (3:37)
Dolores Vargas "La Terremoto" - "La Borracha" (4:21)
Bambino - "Ven Aqui Junto A Mi" (2:53)
Tony El Gitano - "Ole Mi Nina!" (2:17)
Mundo Gitano - "Calo Cali" (3:00)
Tonino Y Sus Rumberos - "Capricho" (2:50)
Los Troncos - "Tu Cara Ya No Veo" (3:03)
Los De La Trocha - "Sinceridad" (3:06)
Morucha - "Que Mareo" (3:01)
Paco Paco - "A Meter Gol" (2:41)
Review: Flamenco rumba fusion from Latin America became Catalan rumba thanks to the inspirations that came over from Cuba and Puerto Rico in the early 1960s. Add in the pop sounds from the British Invasion and American pop of the late 1960s and you have this rich melting pot of rhythm and sound that makes up this collection of so-called Spanish gypsy soul and funk from the seventies. It is a colourful and freewheeling collection that takes in intoxicating sounds like Dolores Vargas's 'La Terremoto La Borracha' next to the instrumental funk of Bambino's 'Ven Aqui Junto A Mi' and plenty more besides.
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 in stock $29.05
Cumbia Beat Vol 1
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Cat: VAMPI 116. Rel: 14 Mar 22
Silvstre Montez Y Sus Guantanameros - "El Avispon" (2:32)
Los Orientales De Paramonga - "Lobos Al Escape" (2:33)
Los Destellos - "Pasion Oriental" (4:13)
Grupo Celeste - "Viento" (3:43)
Los Mirlos - "Cabalgando Con Ella" (3:11)
Manzanita Y Su Conjunto - "Arre Caballito" (3:08)
Los Mirlos - "El Escape" (2:48)
Los Wembler's De Iquitos - "Un Silbido Amoroso" (2:35)
Los Destellos - "La Ardillita" (2:44)
Los Beltons - "Cumbia Pop" (2:51)
Los Beta 5 - "Beteando" (3:39)
Los Galax - "Lamento De Un Galax" (3:12)
Aniceto Y Sus Fabulosos - "Mi Gran Noche" (2:56)
Juaneco Y Su Combo - "Mujer Hilandera" (3:49)
Los Sander's De Nana - "El Tramboyito" (2:34)
Los Beta 5 - "La Danza De La Tortuga" (2:54)
Los Destellos - "Guajira Sicodelica" (3:24)
Los Orientales De Paramonga - "Captura De Lobos" (2:46)
Los Diablos Rojos - "Malambo" (4:13)
Los Atomos De Paramonga - "El Trencito" (3:15)
Los Beta 5 - "La Jorobita" (3:48)
Los Ecos - "Aqua En La Fiesta (I Don't Want To Spoil The Party)" (2:51)
Los Demonios De Corocochay - "La Chichera" (2:56)
Los Demonios Del Mantaro - "Liliana" (2:22)
Los Mirlos - "Lamento En La Selva" (3:06)
Review: Cumbia or chicha is a richly and widely infused sound that brings together a multitude of influences. It has styles from Colombia and Cuba, plus Western influences including the likes of 60s beat and psychedelic rock, plus an exotic array of indigenous melodies from the Amazonian jungle as well as a weakth of traditional Andean songs. The music that realists is vibrant and vivacious and packed with life and is all perfectly showered here on this superb new collection of tracks by the most important bands of the golden age of the sound.
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タグ: Latin | Cuban | Cumbia | Colombian
 in stock $36.60
Mighty Super Funk: Rare 45s & Undiscovered Masters 1967-1978 Volume 6
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Cat: BGP2 196/BGPD 196. Rel: 01 Nov 08
The Love Experience - "Are You Together For The New Day?"
Eleanor Rigby - "Queen Of Losers"
Kim Tamanga - "Groovy Baby"
Gloria Lucas - "One Sweet Song"
Mary Alice McCall - "I'm Moving Home"
The Phillips Brothers - "Who Stole My Cookie"
Mr Jamo - "Shake What You Brought With You"
Los Africanos - "It's Your Thing"
Cleveland Eaton & The Kats - "It's Mookie Time"
James Carpenter - "Party Time"
87th Off Broadway - "Moving Woman"
Marie Franklin - "Bad Bad Woman" (part 1)
Elroy Peace - "New Day"
Chet Ivey - "He Say She Say"
Adolph Jacobs - "Do It"
The Radiations aka The Headliners - "Shakin' Up The Nation"
Julio Zavalla - "Cold Sweat"
Joe Haywood - "(Play Me) A Cornbread Song"
Sandra Phillips - "Some Mother's Son"
The Douzer - "The Sneak"
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This Is Lowrider Soul  Vol 2
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Cat: CDKEN 497. Rel: 26 Nov 21
The Exceptions - "So Much In Love"
Lee Williams & The Cymbals - "Please Say It Isn't So"
The Vanguards - "Somebody Please"
The Hesitations - "Yes I'm Ready"
Barbara Mason - "You Never Loved Me (At All)"
The Ethics - "Sad Sad Story"
The Sparkels - "Try Love (One More Time)"
The Manhattans - "Follow Your Heart"
The Lovers - "Someone"
Darrow Fletcher - "Little Girl"
Dee Torres - "I Want You"
The Superbs - "It Hurts So Much"
The Larks - "I Want You (Back)"
The Magicians - "Trust In Me"
The Hyperions - "Believe In Me"
The Persians - "Here It Comes"
Brothers Of Soul - "Can't Nobody"
The Radiations - "That's The Way Our Love Is"
The Mark-Keys - "My Sweet Baby"
The Perfections - "Don't Take Your Love From Me"
Little Ben & The Cheers - "(I'm Not Ready To) Settle Down"
Johnson, Hawkins, Tatum & Durr - "You Can't Blame Me"
Houston Outlaws - "What Am I Gonna Do"
Soul Sensations - "A Man That Is Not Free"
 in stock $10.90
The Wants List Vol 5: 30th Anniversary Of Soulful Rare Grooves
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Cat: LPSBPJ 52. Rel: 01 Mar 22
Barry White - "Playing Your Game Baby" (7:07)
Sweet Charles - "Yes It's You" (3:19)
Edwin Starr - "There You Go" (3:01)
Willie Hutch - "Ain't That (Mellow Mellow)" (3:00)
Sisters Love - "Give Me Your Love" (4:19)
The Voices Of East Harlem - "Wanted Dead Or Alive" (3:03)
Mighty Ryeders - "Evil Vibrations" (3:46)
Etta James - "All The Way Down" (5:33)
Bobby Blue Bland - "Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City" (3:54)
The Dramatics - "Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get" (3:34)
The Four Tops - "Strung Out For Your Love" (5:41)
The Reflections - "She's My Summer Breeze" (4:28)
Ronnie McNeir - "I'm Your Lover" (3:37)
Thelma Houston - "Nothing Left To Give" (3:23)
Jeannie Reynolds - "I Don't Want To Be Second Best" (4:21)
Penny Goodwin - "Too Soon You're Old" (5:12)
Marlena Shaw - "Save The Children" (4:08)
Mike James Kirkland - "Hang On In There" (5:14)
Review: Soul Brother does all soul and rare groove lovers a favour by collection totters a load of desirable hits on this 30th anniversary edition of the fifth volume of their The Wants List series. The collection focusses on tunes form the 80s onwards from two steppers to modern soul. It's pure gold from the first needle drop with Barry White's buttery smooth baritone seducing beneath gentle sax sounds on 'Playing Your Game Baby.' Elsewhere the likes of Sweet Charles, Etta James, The Four Tops, Bobby Blue Bland and many more soul icons all serve up some of their warmest grooves.
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Played by: Scarlett O'Malley
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Studio One Rocksteady Volume 2
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Cat: SJRLP 367. Rel: 27 Jan 17
Hortense Ellis - "Sitting In The Park" (3:05)
The Termites - "Rub Up Push Up" (2:10)
Carlton & The Shoes - "Never Let Go" (2:48)
Alton Ellis - "I'm Still In Love With You" (3:25)
Owen Gray - "Give Me A Little Sign" (3:06)
The Bassies - "Big Mistake" (3:21)
Alton & Hortense Ellis - "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" (3:24)
Slim Smith - "Born To Love" (2:44)
Cannon & The Soul Vendors - "Bad Treatment" (3:00)
John Holt - "Strange Things" (2:52)
The Actions - "Giddy Up" (2:15)
Larry Marshall - "It Makes Me Feel" (3:14)
The Paragons - "Change Your Style" (2:27)
Jerry Jones - "Trying Times" (4:34)
The Heptones - "I Shall Be Released" (3:26)
The Gaylads - "The Soul Beat" (2:09)
Delroy Wilson - "Run Run" (3:24)
The Soul Two - "Puppy Love" (2:52)
Delroy Wilson - "Riding For A Fall" (3:42)
 in stock $30.46
Sweet Taste Of Sin: Sensual Breakbeat Soul
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Cat: BGP2 141. Rel: 18 Nov 05
Dennis Coffey - "Sweet Taste Of Sin"
Phillip Mitchell - "I'll See You In Hell First"
Betty Everett - "Keep It Up"
The 3 Pieces - "Backed Up Against"
The Fantastic Four - "Don''t Risk Your Happiness On Foolishness"
The Detroit Emeralds - "Set It Out"
Eddie McLoyd - "Baby Get Down"
Natural Essence - "Killing Time"
Shirley Brown - "Love Starved"
Isaac Hayes & Millie Jackson - "Sweet Music Soft Llights & You"
Eramus Hall - "Your Love Is My Desire"
Millie Jackson - "It Hurts So Good"
Isaac Hayes - "I'm Gonna Have To Tell Her"
Johnny Guitar Watson - "If I Had The Power"
Caesar Frazier - "I Got To Have Your Love"
Fatback - "Do It To Me Now"
Played by: Scratchandsniff
 in stock $23.19
Tickets For Doomsday: Heavy Psychedelic Funk Soul Ballads & Dirges 1970-1975 (Record Store Day Black Friday 2021)
Golden Wing - "Hari Yang Mulya" (3:24)
Misty - "Leavin'" (3:14)
Icecross - "A Sad Man's Story" (2:49)
Paternoster - "Realization" (3:32)
Chucky Thurmon - "Tickets For Doomsday" (4:34)
Upheaval - "Paradise Lost" (5:28)
Water Colour - "All Bundled In One" (4:46)
Stephen David Heitkotter - "I Don't Mind" (part 1) (5:13)
Christopher - "In Your Time" (5:25)
Kourosh - "Dar Enteha" (4:10)
Jb Green & Band - "Time" (5:55)
Review: US label Now Again follows up the success of its recent Forge Your Own Chains compilation with another, and this time one that has never before be available on vinyl like this. It features a fine selection of small run private presses that are all incredibly hard to find or long out of print. The bands behind the music range from legends of the krautrock scene to Turkish teenagers to Icelandic prog-rock outfits, prison funk ensembles and even the uncle of E-40. It's real, raw and full of plenty of visceral funk thrills made between 1970 and 1975 but suitable for all occasions.
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 in stock $28.50
Super Funk Is Back Vol 5: Rare & Classic Funk 1968-1977
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Cat: BGP 2183. Rel: 18 Apr 07
Smithtonian - "Just Sitting"
87th Off Broadway - "Can't Get Enough"
The Diplomats - "She's The One"
The Eternal Flames - "Hi Off Life"
Miles Grayson - "Home Brew"
The Uniques - "Give Me Another Chance"
The Phillip Brothers - "I Got Hurt" (part 1)
The Phillip Brothers - "I Got Hurt" (part 2)
Lee Bernard - "Turn Around & Go"
Dyke & The Blazers - "Let A Woman Be A Woman - Let A Man Be A Man (Alt)"
Alvin Cash - "Twine Time"
The Explosions - "Face To Face"
Jackie Wilson - "Shake A Leg"
Hebrew Rogers - "Can't Buy Soul"
Smokey Wilson - "Low Rider (Deuce & A Quarter)"
Big Daddy Green - "Who Done It? Who Drained The Pool"
The Mello Martics - "Mother Popcorn"
The Phillip Brothers - "Little Boy Blue"
Jeanette Jones - "You'd Be Good For Me"
Lorenzo Holden - "Hold On"
La May & Company - "Free The Soul Man"
 in stock $22.91
Westbound Super Breaks: Essential Funk Soul & Jazz Samples & Breakbeats
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Cat: SEW 2163. Rel: 27 Sep 18
Junie - "Suzie Thundertussy" (4:11)
Funkadelic - "You & Your Folks, Me & My Folks" (3:39)
The Detroit Emeralds - "You're Gettin' A Little Too Smart" (3:18)
King Errisson - "Back From The Dead" (4:41)
Pleasure Web - "Music Man" (part 2) (2:11)
Magictones - "Good Old Music" (3:53)
Funkadelic - "I'll Bet You" (4:09)
Junie - "Tight Rope" (single mix) (4:06)
Caesar Frazier - "Funk It Down" (5:04)
Fuzzy Haskins - "The Fuz & Da Boog" (3:27)
Ohio Players - "Funky Worm" (2:40)
Spanky Wilson - "Kissing My Love" (4:15)
The Detroit Emeralds - "Baby Let Me Take You (In My Arms)" (3:41)
Unique Blend - "Does He Treat You Better" (3:17)
Fantastic Four - "Mixed Up Moods & Attitudes" (5:32)
Funkadelic - "I Wanna Know If It's Good To You?" (2:53)
The Counts - "Pack Of Lies" (4:12)
Fantastic Four - "Disco Pool Blues" (4:45)
Denise LaSalle - "Heartbreaker Of The Year" (2:52)
 in stock $23.19
Africa Funk Roots: Chapter One
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Cat: CDMRLP 4321. Rel: 14 Sep 21
Manu Dibango - "Weya" (5:59)
Fehintola Anikulapo Kuti - "Sorrow, Tears & Blood" (10:14)
Matata (Air-Fiesta) - "I Feel Funky" (3:01)
Alvin Cash & Scott Bros Orchestra - "Keep On Dancing" (instrumental) (2:50)
King Sunny Ade & His African Beats - "Ja Fun Mi" (instrumental) (7:13)
Oneness Of Juju - "African Rhythms" (7:16)
Lafayette Afro Rock Band - "Soul Makossa" (4:54)
The Nite-Liters - "Afro-Strut" (2:48)
Mulatu Astatke - "Yegelle Tezeta" (3:14)
Tony Allen & The Afro Messenger - "No Discrimination" (8:15)
The Rwenzori's - "Handsome Boy (E Wara)" (part 1 & 2) (6:43)
Ofo The Black Company - "Allah Wakbarr" (3:27)
African Music Machine - "Black Water Gold (Pearl)" (3:03)
The Headhunters - "God Make Me Funky" (9:38)
Ice - "Time Will Tell" (4:45)
Wisdom - "Nefertiti" (4:13)
Review: The main selling pint of this 16-track set - aside from the quality of the music on offer - is the way that it showcases both original African funk, Afrobeat and Makossa, and American funk and soul records that drew inspiration from those sounds. So while we're treated to genuinely killer cuts from the catalogues of Manu Dibango, Fela Kuti, King Sunny Ade & His African Beat and Tony Allen and the Afro Messengers, there's also space for the pioneering jazz-funk of Oneness of Juju and the Headhunters, a killer cover of 'Soul Makossa' by the Lafayette Afro-Rock Band, the Meters-ish brilliance of Nite-Liners 'Afro Strut', and the Clavinet-happy heaviness of Ice's impeccable 'Time Will Tell'. To borrow an old cliche, this compilation is, quite literally, all killer, no filler.
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タグ: Afrobeat | Afro Funk | Jazz Funk
 in stock $30.16
Fusion Global Sounds 1970-1983
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Cat: FVR 183LP. Rel: 23 Jun 22
Sundance - "Buster" (6:46)
Renato Anselmi - "Hello Mr Acuvis" (4:18)
Zane Cronje - "Tropical Island" (3:42)
The 1860 Band - "Keep That Same Old Feeling" (5:07)
Otroshakers - "Siempre Tu" (3:23)
Daniel Bechet - "Astral Dance" (4:32)
Renato Anselmi - "Quiet Fire" (3:42)
Pedro Ruy-Blas - "Despertar" (3:56)
Majoie Hajary - "Prologue" (4:00)
Review: Favorite Recordings founder Charles Maurice - initially better-known by his production alias Pascal Rioux - has long been regarded as a dusty-fingered crate digger, so his new compilation series, Fusion Global Sounds, is hotly anticipated. He says it will be an outlet for jazz-funk and fusion tracks of the 1970s and early '80s, mostly made by artists in different parts of the world whose fame never spread further than their own local scenes. You'll find numerous highlights on the series' debut, from the breezy, morning-fresh loveliness of Renato Anselmi's 'Hello Mr Acuvis' and the sun-soaked, afternoon shuffle of The 1960 Band's 'Keep That Same Old Feeling', to the dream pop-influenced sparkle of Otoshakers' 'Simpere Tu' and the righteous dancefloor hedonism of Sundance's 'Buster'.
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 in stock $31.85
Early Works Vol 2: Music From The Archives
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Cat: ATA 026. Rel: 23 Jun 22
The Harmony Society - "Bus Stop Boogie" (3:57)
The Joe Tatton Trio - "Bang Bang Boogalo" (3:43)
Ivan Von Engelberger's Asteroid - "Lunartics" (5:13)
Earl Dawkins & The Lewis Express - "Secret Universe" (3:22)
The Magnificent Tape Band - "Heading Towards Catastrophe" (instrumental) (4:57)
The Disarrays - "Help Me" (3:56)
Mandatory Eight - "The Hardest Day" (3:03)
The Sorcerers - "In Pursuit Of Shai Hulud" (3:39)
The Magnificent Tape Band - "When I Saw Your Face" (instrumental) (4:56)
The Disarrays - "Anaesthise Me" (5:32)
 in stock $31.85
Too Slow To Disco 4
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Too Slow To Disco 4 (limited gatefold translucent purple vinyl 2xLP + MP3 download code)
Cat: HDYARE 08LPLTD. Rel: 09 Sep 22
The Dukes - "Mystery Girl" (4:40)
Prime Time Band - "Fall In Love In Outer Space" (2:55)
Kenny Nolan - "You're So Beautiful Tonight" (4:50)
Peter Skellern - "Now That I Need You" (4:09)
Marc Jordan - "Generalities" (4:21)
Severin Browne - "Stay" (2:27)
The Faragher Brothers - "Stay The Night" (3:46)
Alan Price - "Groovy Times" (5:54)
James Felix - "Open Up" (4:19)
Hirth Martinez - "Altogether Alone" (3:55)
Max Leake - "Tell Me The Reasons Why" (4:41)
Stephen Encinas - "Music In Me" (3:54)
Eric Andersen - "Can't Get You Out Of My Life" (2:55)
Jimmie Spheeris - "Beautiful News" (2:43)
Jeanine Otis & Heikki Sarmanto - "Magic Song" (4:32)
Pleasure - "Nothin' To It" (4:06)
Review: Since launching eight years ago, Too Slow To Disco has now become the go-to compilation series for all those interested in AOR disco, glossy West Coast blue-eyed soul, yacht rock and slow-motion disco. This belated fourth instalment - volume three landed in stores five years ago - is every bit as alluring as its predecessors, with an even more obscurity-heavy track listing. Highlights are naturally plentiful, with our picks including the eyes-closed wonder of James Felix's deliciously loved-up 'Open Up', the low-slung shuffle of 'Music In Me' by Stephen Enchilidas, the synth-splashed Balearic rock haziness of Jimmie Spheeris's 'Beautiful News', and the quietly funky brilliance of Severin Browne's 'Stay'
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 in stock $21.79
Brunswick Funk
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Cat: DEMREC 697. Rel: 12 Aug 22
Jackie Wilson - "Shake A Leg" (3:01)
The Total Eclipse - "St Albans Strut" (4:07)
The Eliminators - "Give It Up" (3:02)
Willie Henderson - "Break Your Back" (3:03)
Sugarpie Di Santo - "Do The Whoopie" (2:30)
Gene Chandler - "There Was A Time" (3:32)
Step By Step - "Cash Money" (5:49)
Exit 9 - "Miss Funky Fox" (3:37)
The Lost Generation - "This Is The Lost Generation" (instrumental) (3:30)
Young-Holt Unlimited - "Just Ain't No Love" (2:52)
Floyd Smith - "Soul Strut" (2:35)
Erma Franklin - "Light My Fire" (2:40)
 in stock $27.11
A World Of Music Dance & Arts: Live At WOMAD 1982
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Cat: LPRW 245. Rel: 29 Jul 22
The Musicians Of The Nile - "Tabla Iqae" (1:48)
The Beat - "Mirror In The Bathroom" (3:28)
Pigbag - "Big Bag" (6:46)
The Drummers Of Burundi - "Kama K'iwacu" (4:07)
Peter Gabriel - "I Have The Touch" (5:14)
Robert Fripp - "WOMAD II" (4:37)
Tian Jin Music & Dance Ensemble - "Raindrops Pattering On Banana Leaves" (3:39)
Echo & The Bunnymen - "Zimbo" (with The Royal Burundi Drummers) (4:52)
The Musicians Of The Nile - "Taksim Arghul" (3:29)
Salsa De Hoy - "Salsa De Hoy" (5:32)
Rip Rig & Panic - "You're My Kind Of Climate" (5:13)
Mark Springer - "Key Release" (1:50)
The Chieftains - "Cotton-Eyed Joe" (2:40)
Simple Minds - "Promised You A Miracle" (4:37)
Ekome - "Gahu" (5:56)
Peter Hammill - "A Ritual Mask" (5:37)
Peter Gabriel - "Biko" (feat Ekome) (5:55)
タグ: African | Latin
 in stock $23.87
Soul Fingers
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Soul Fingers (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: UVR 15022. Rel: 29 Jul 22
Betty Wright - "Where Is The Love" (3:58)
Arthur Conley - "Funky Street" (2:23)
Laura Lee - "Crumbs Off The Table" (3:37)
Boogaloo Combo - "Hot Pants Road" (2:07)
Jean Knight - "Carry On" (2:53)
Chuck Womack & The Sweet Souls - "Ham Hocks & Beans" (part 1) (2:45)
Nico Gomez & His Afro Percussion Inc - "Lupita" (3:43)
Roberto Roena Y Su Apollo Sound - "Que Se Sepa" (3:13)
Tim Maia - "Sossego" (3:43)
Charanga 76 - "Music Trance" (5:00)
Jorge Ben - "Cavaleiro Do Cavalo Imaculado" (4:42)
Lonnie Smith - "Do It" (5:57)
Uncle Louie - "I Like Funky Music" (5:35)
Sweet Daddy Floyd - "I Just Can't Help Myself" (4:11)
East Coast - "The Rock" (4:59)
Mavis John - "Use My Body" (4:28)
Goody Goody - "It Looks Like Love" (6:18)
Tracy Weber - "Sure Shot" (7:11)
Played by: LEGO EDIT
 in stock $34.64
As Shams Archive Vol 1: South African Jazz Funk & Soul 1975-1982
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Cat: ASA 101. Rel: 07 Feb 23
Kippie Moketsi - "Umgababa" (11:10)
Pat Matshikiza - "Dreams Are Wonderful" (10:36)
Tete Mbambisa - "Umthsakazi The Bride" (8:44)
Dick Khoza - "Lilongwe" (8:07)
Mike Makhalemele - "Spring Is Here" (6:46)
Black Disco - "Night Express" (11:16)
Lionel Pillay - "Blues For Yusef" (9:29)
Harari - "Musikana" (6:30)
Movement In The City - "Blue Sunday" (4:56)
Sathima Bea Benjamin - "Music" (8:51)
 in stock $30.46
Studio One Funk
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Studio One Funk (gatefold red vinyl 2xLP + MP3 download code)
Cat: SJRLP 97C. Rel: 26 Jan 23
Cedric Im Brooks - "Shaft" (3:44)
Alton Ellis - "African Descendents" (2:47)
Pablove Black - "Sidewalk Doctor" (4:13)
Lloyd Williams - "Reggae Feet" (2:35)
Jackie Mittoo - "Hang Em High" (3:52)
Cedric Im Brooks - "Idleberg" (3:14)
Prince Francis - "Beat Down Babylon" (3:03)
Lee Arab - "Now" (2:28)
Soul Bros - "007" (3:15)
Prince Moonie - "See A Man's Face" (2:28)
Im & Sound Dimension - "Love Jah" (2:37)
Leroy Sibbles - "Do Your Thing" (2:36)
The Sharks - "Music Answer" (2:52)
Underground Vegetables - "Melting Pot" (3:10)
Devon Russell - "You Found Heaven" (3:33)
Vin Gordon - "Steady Beat" (3:22)
Alton Ellis - "It's A Shame" (2:51)
Roy Richards - "Another Thing" (1:57)
Delroy Wilson - "Funky Broadway" (2:59)
Review: This legendary compilation from Soul Jazz has seen many iterations, but now it comes out in its most comprehensive glory to date, with versions on vinyl, CD and cassette in tow this January 2023. Charting the very best and funkiest tracks from the revered reggae musical imprint known as Studio One, greats from Jackie Mitto (covering Booker T & The MGs' 'Hang Em High'), Soul Bros (reinterpreting the James Bond theme tune, '007') and Alton Ellis (with the snappy reggae cut 'It's A Shame') render this a highbrow compilation of rare soundtrack cuts, originals and classics.
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 in stock $31.85
Afrobeat Experience Vol 1
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Cat: 342110 6. Rel: 09 Feb 23
Manu Dibango - "The Panther" (2:27)
Ebo Taylor & Uhuru Yenzu - "Love & Death" (8:18)
Mulatu Astake - "Yegelle Tezeta" (3:14)
Super Elcados - "Get Up & Do It Good" (4:04)
Teaspoon & The Waves - "Oh Yeh Soweto" (4:09)
Pat Thomas - "Awurade Mpaebo" (3:23)
Wallias Band - "Muziqawi Silt" (instrumental) (3:45)
Marumo - "Khomo Tsaka Deile Kae?" (3:42)
Roger Damawuzan & Les As Du Benin - "Wait For Me" (3:14)
Shina Williams & His African Percussionists - "Agboju Logun" (Mr Bongo 7" edit) (4:02)
Girma Beyene - "Enken Yelelebesh" (3:21)
Tee Mac & Majorie Barnes - "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo" (5:40)
Yta Jourias - "Adore Nyueto" (5:27)
Peter King - "African Dialects" (4:54)
Alemayehu Eshete - "Tchero Adari Nègn" (4:26)
Tesfa-maryam Kidane - "Heywete" (5:14)
Amadou Balake - "Super Bar Konon Mouso" (5:24)
Kelekye Band - "Jungle Music" (5:40)
Orlando Julius & Ashiko - "Get The Funk" (5:28)
Review: A new week means yet another new compilation from Wagram. The French label has become expert at myriad different genres from staples like house and techno to more esoteric world genre niches. This time out they launch a new series that looks into the rich sounds of Afrobeat, first pioneered by the likes of Fela Kuti and his drummer Tony Allen. Neither of them feature here but the four sides of tunes we do get all make for a deep dive into this compelling rhythmical music.
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 in stock $31.02
Black Hole
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Black Hole (unmixed CD)
Cat: SRECD 602. Rel: 08 Dec 22
Peak Funktion - "Untitled A-side"
Peak Funktion - "Untitled B-side"
Free Feeling Band - "In An Other Time"
Free Feeling Band - "Keep Your Soul Alive"
The Groove Night - "Mabellene"
Kim Kuusi - "SMO"
Syntax - "Black Hole"
Syntax - "Jump Off"
Jarkko Valja - "Tunnen"
Helena Miller - "Kuumaa Laavaa"
Pxies - "I'm So Fool"
Pxies - "Guilty Of The Crime"
We - "Israel Is Real"
Romanssi - "Tahdet Kertovat?"
Celestial Sounds - "A Vision"
Tanjalotta Raikka - "Huominen Eurooppa"
Otso - "Etelasta Lensi"
Hto - "Movement"
Otto A - "Waiting For The Future" (Sun Behind The Radar part 3)
Anssi Timo - "Fantasia"
Review: Mikko Mattlar, a walking encyclopaedia of Finnish electronic music, has been responsible for some killer compilations over the years, but 'Black Hole', his latest collection, may be the best yet. It focuses on exceedingly obscure 'culth synth disco music' produced in his home country between 1979 and '91 - mostly in the early-to-mid-80s - with every track either being an unreleased oddity of a genuinely uber-rare private press record. It's both eye-opening and extremely entertaining, with the included tracks doffing a cap to heavy disco-funk, underground gospel disco, bedroom-made late '80s synth-disco and quirky Scandinavian electrofunk.
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 in stock $16.48
Wrap It Up: The Isaac Hayes & David Porter Songbook
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Cat: CDTOP 1622. Rel: 30 Sep 22
Homer Banks - "Sixty Minutes Of Your Love"
The Emotions - "As Long As I've Got You"
Rachel Sweet - "BABY"
Freddie King - "Can't Trust Your Neighbour"
Peter Frampton - "May I Baby"
Aretha Franklin - "You're Taking Up Another Man's Place"
The Righteous Brothers - "Hold On I'm Comin'"
Peter Gallagher - "I've Got To Love Somebody's Baby"
Edwin Starr & Blinky - "I'll Understand"
The Bishops - "I Take What I Want"
ZZ Top - "I Thank You"
Delaney & Bonnie - "My Baby Specializes"
Marcia Ball - "Never Like This Before"
Sam & Dave - "Soul Man"
Ruby Johnson - "Left Over Love"
The Soul Children - "The Sweeter He Is (Parts 1 & 2)"
Johnnie Taylor - "Toe Hold"
Otis Redding & Carla Thomas - "When Something Is Wrong With My Baby"
Archie Bell & The Drells - "Wrap It Up"
Keith Powell & Billie Davis - "You Don't Know Like I Know"
The Hassles - "You Got Me Hummin'"
Mable John - "Your Good Thing (Is About To End)"
Mable John - "Love Is After Me"
Danny White - "I'm Dedicating My Life"
 in stock $12.02
Amplitude: The Hidden Sounds Of French Library 1978-1984
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Cat: FR 08LP. Rel: 06 Oct 22
Y Rioland & M Goldfeder - "Tension" (3:04)
JP Decerf & MC Cartier - "Like The Wind You Are" (2:58)
Y Rioland & JM Hauser - "Queens Club" (1:57)
JP Savelli & F Rimbert - "Benson's Way" (4:27)
B Cohen & M Houari - "Cap York" (3:01)
JP Savelli & F Rimbert - "Sensitive" (3:42)
G Granier & MC Cartier - "Young Flesh For You" (2:53)
G Granier & R Cerri - "Malika's Moon" (3:14)
L Melki - "Disco Ma Non Troppo" (4:59)
Y Rioland & M Goldfeder - "Digital" (2:32)
Y Rioland & JM Hauser - "Kenny's Castaways" (2:54)
G Granier & MC Cartier - "Love Within You" (3:13)
 in stock $26.81
The Mood Mosaic Vol 3: The Sexploitation
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The Mood Mosaic Vol 3: The Sexploitation (yellow vinyl 2xLP + poster)
Cat: MMR 50022. Rel: 26 Sep 22
Ingo Kantor - "Vixen & The Constable" (4:17)
Jaques Denjean - "Le Train Fou" (2:41)
Ray Brown - "Polo Pony" (4:02)
Claudia Vita - "Amame" (2:42)
Sounds Nice - "Continental Exchange" (2:10)
Roland Vincent - "LSD Partie" (2:49)
Ray Brown - "Coming & Going" (3:25)
De Giafferi - "Sado Maso" (3:13)
Big Jim H & His Men Of Rhythm Play - "Jungle Fever" (3:40)
Claudia Vita - "Dr No Piano" (2:32)
Dan Seepers Soul - "Good Time Woman" (3:05)
Ray Brown - "Go Down Dying" (4:03)
Clay Pitts - "Carbbean Sunrise" (2:45)
Tony Sylvester - "Pazuzu" (4:41)
Lil Louis - "French Kiss" (9:40)
 in stock $37.16
Santa's Funk & Soul Christmas Party Vol 4
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Cat: TRCD 9107. Rel: 17 Nov 22
Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings - "Ain't No Chimneys In The Project"
Wayne Champion - "It's Xmas Time"
Bey Ireland - "All I Want For Christmas Is A Go-Go Girl"
Hot & Sassy - "Christmas Strutt"
Bill Deal & Pure Pleasure - "It Feels Like Christmas"
Ray Williams & The Space Men - "Santa Claus"
Ruth Harley - "Christmas Is?"
Sam Applebaum - "The Year Around Christmas"
Tiny Powell - "Christmas Time Again"
Major Handy - "I Won't Be Home For Christmas"
Bobby Peterson - "Christmas Presents"
Eddie & The De Havelons - "Xmas Party"
Ruth Harley - "Santa Baby"
Fred Sabastian - "Everybody Is A Santa Claus"
 in stock $10.05
Super Funk
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Super Funk (2xLP)
Cat: BGP2 131. Rel: 14 Jan 10
Ann Alford - "Gotta Get Me A Job"
Larry & Tommy - "Here Comes The Judge"
The Houston Outlaws - "Soul Power"
Gene Anderson - "The Devil Made Me Do It"
The Pazant Brothers - "Skunk Juice"
Jackie Dee - "Love You Wholeheartedly"
The Motivations - "I Love You"
Chuck Bridges - "Keep Your Faith Baby"
Marvin Holmes & The Uptights - "Day Of Rest"
Denise La Salle - "Get Up Off My Mind"
Huck Daniels - "Foolish Man"
Abraham & The Casanovas - "Hook & Boogit" (part 1)
Abraham & The Casanovas - "Hook & Boogit" (part 2)
The Buena Vistas - "Kick Back"
Dave Hamilton - "Groove"
The Counts - "Motor City"
The Pace Setters - "Freedom & Justice"
Robert Lowe - "Back To Funk"
Chico & Buddy - "Soul Funk"
Little Ann - "I Got To Have You"
 in stock $23.19
Mainstream Disco Funk: The Finest Funky Sound Of Mainstream Records 1974-76 (remastered)
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Cat: WWSLP 66. Rel: 23 Feb 23
The Grand Jury - "Music Is Fun To Me" (instrumental) (3:36)
The Grand Jury - "Music Is Fun To Me" (vocal) (3:23)
South Side Coalition - "(Don't You Wanna) Get Down Get Down" (3:18)
Chocolate Syrup - "We've Got To Get Together (Brotherly Love)" (2:58)
Three Ounces Of Love - "Disco Man" (part 1 & 2) (6:04)
Crystal Image - "Gonna Have A Good Time" (instrumental) (2:48)
Crystal Image - "Gonna Have A Good Time" (vocal) (2:56)
Lenny Welch - "A Hundred Pounds Of Pain" (2:47)
Prophecy - "What Ever's Your Sign (You Got To Be Mine)" (part 1) (2:47)
Prophecy - "What Ever's Your Sign (You Got To Be Mine)" (part 2) (2:21)
The Dramatics - "No Rebate On Love" (3:34)
The Electric Ladies - "Nothing Between Us" (2:48)
Review: On their latest must-check compilation, Wewantsounds has brought together a bunch of rare early disco and disco-funk gems originally released by Bod Shad's Mainstream Records - an imprint better-known for its jazz and jazz-funk output - during the mid 1970s. Most of the material on show was originally released on now hard-to-find 7" singles, allowing Wewantsounds to present both vocal and instrumental takes of a handful of killer cuts. Highlights include the Clavinet sporting, low-down disco brilliance of The Grand Jury's 'Music Is Fun To Me', the soaring, disco-soul brilliance of 'We've Got Together (Brotherly Love)' by Chocolate Syrup, the classically orchestrated disco surge of Crystal Image's 'Gonna Have a Good Time', and the slow motion swell of The Electric Ladies' 'Nothing Between Us'.
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The Mood Mosaic 20
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The Mood Mosaic 20 (2xLP + poster)
Cat: MMR 1123. Rel: 25 Jan 23
Kimiko Kasai - "Use Me" (6:30)
Eric & The Vikings - "Get Off The Street Y'All" (2:11)
Junior Mance - "Don't Cha Hear Me Calling To Ya" (5:04)
Leroy Winegar - "Damn! Somebody Stole My Pants" (4:02)
Hammer - "Tuane" (3:07)
Mystic Moods - "Honey Trippin'" (2:45)
Estelle Levitt - "All I Dream" (3:00)
Jimmie & Vella Cameron - "Chica Boom" (3:12)
Little Feat - "Spanish Moon" (2:40)
The Young Rascals - "It's Love" (3:12)
John Fitch - "Romantic Attitude" (3:21)
Nino Tempo & April Stevens - "Land Of 1000 Dances" (2:36)
Vincent Geminiani - "Insidieusement Les Elfes" (3:38)
Piet Van Meren - "Cool Echo" (2:50)
Experience - "Pink Movement" (2:42)
Syd Dale - "Disco Tek" (2:56)
Les McCann - "Shamading" (3:27)
Johnny Harris - "Stepping Stones" (5:22)
 in stock $37.45
The Mood Mosaic 20
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The Mood Mosaic 20 (limited unmixed CD)
Cat: MMR 1123CD. Rel: 25 Jan 23
Kimiko Kasai - "Use Me"
Eric & The Vikings - "Get Off The Street Y'All"
Junior Mance - "Don't Cha Hear Me Calling To Ya"
Leroy Winegar - "Damn! Somebody Stole My Pants"
Hammer - "Tuane"
Mystic Moods - "Honey Trippin'"
Estelle Levitt - "All I Dream"
Jimmie & Vella Cameron - "Chica Boom"
Little Feat - "Spanish Moon"
The Young Rascals - "It's Love"
John Fitch - "Romantic Attitude"
Nino Tempo & April Stevens - "Land Of 1000 Dances"
Vincent Geminiani - "Insidieusement Les Elfes"
Piet Van Meren - "Cool Echo"
Experience - "Pink Movement"
Syd Dale - "Disco Tek"
Les McCann - "Shamading"
Johnny Harris - "Stepping Stones"
 in stock $16.75
The Greatest Soul Funk & Disco 12" Inch Singles Of The 70s & 80s
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Cat: ROBINBX 63. Rel: 23 Mar 23
The Undisputed Truth - "You + Me = Love"
McFadden & Whitehead - "Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now"
Earth, Wind & Fire & The Emotions - "Boogie Wonderland" (special disco version)
T-Connection - "Do What You Wanna Do"
People's Choice - "Do It Any Way You Wanna"
Instant Funk - "I Got My Mind Made Up"
Crown Heights Affair - "You Gave Me Love"
Whispers - "And The Beat Goes On"
Arthur Adams - "You Got The Floor"
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - "Expansions"
Chaz Jankel - "You're My Occupation" (feat Brenda Jones)
Brass Construction - "Movin'"
Skyy - "Call Me"
Parliament - "Flashlight"
Zapp - "More Bounce To The Ounce" (parts I & III)
Midnight Star - "No Parking On The Dance Floor"
SOS Band - "Just Be Good To Me"
The Jimmy Castor Bunch - "Space Age"
Lakeside - "Fantastic Voyage"
Aquarian Dream - "You're A Star"
Maze/Frankie Beverly - "Twilight" (instrumental)
Chic - "Good Times"
Sister Sledge - "He's The Greatest Dancer"
GQ - "Disco Nights (Rock Freak)"
Double Exposure - "Ten Percent"
Loleatta Holloway - "Love Sensation"
Edwin Starr - "Contact"
Narada Michael Walden - "I Should've Loved Ya"
Voyage - "From East To West"
CJ & Co - "Devil's Gun"
The Trammps - "Disco Inferno"
Change - "Searching"
Roy Ayers - "Running Away"
The Valentine Brothers - "Money's Too Tight (To Mention)"
Evelyn 'Champagne' King - "Shame" (12" disco version)
Rose Royce - "Is It Love You're After"
Third World - "Now That We Found Love" (disco mix)
Hi-Tension - "Hi-Tension"
Freeez - "Southern Freeez"
Ultrafunk - "Gotham City Boogie"
Level 42 - "Love Games"
Atmosfear - "Dancing In Outer Space"
Review: Whether the 42 full-length tracks showcased on this four-CD set really are 'the greatest soul, funk and disco' 12" singles of the 1970s and 80s is open to debate, but there's no denying that it's a fantastic collection of classic cuts and dancefloor anthems from the pre-house era. Much of it will be familiar - see Earth, Wind & Fire's 'Boogie Wonderland', McFadden & Whitehead's 'Ain't No Stopping Us Now', Freeez's 'Southern Freez', Chic's 'Good Times' and so on - but there's no denying the quality. What it really delivers is an instant party-starting set of guaranteed floor-fillers from the 70s and 80s that touches not only on disco, soul and funk, but also jazz-funk, boogie and 80s soul. Plus, any compilation that features Hi-Tension's 'Hi-Tension' is alright by us!
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
 in stock $29.35
This Is Flying Dutchman 1969-1975
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Cat: BGP2 314. Rel: 30 Mar 23
Gil Scott Heron - "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" (3:07)
Leon Thomas - "Just In Time To See The Sun" (2:59)
Bob Thiele Emergency - "Head Start" (2:57)
Cesar - "See Saw Affair" (3:24)
Esther Marrow - "Peaceful Man" (4:36)
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - "Expansions" (6:06)
Gato Barbieri - "Bolivia" (7:44)
Ornette Coleman - "Friends & Neighbors" (4:15)
Oliver Nelson - "125th St & 7th Ave" (6:22)
Harold Alexander - "Mama Soul" (5:44)
Pretty Purdie - "Heavy Soul Slinger" (4:18)
Steve Allen - "Soulful Strut" (3:12)
Gil Scott Heron - "Whitey On The Moon" (1:58)
Bob Thiele Emergency - "Lament For John Coltrane" (take 1) (5:21)
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - "Peaceful Ones" (5:02)
Leon Thomas - "Echoes" (5:41)
Review: This new compilation comprehensively celebrates the work of Bob Thiele, producer extraordinaire and founder of the jazz, funk and soul label Flying Dutchman, which incubated various transnationally renowned talents such as John Coltrane, Gil Scott-Heron, Duke Ellington and Pharoah Sanders. Cycling through each of Thiele's discoveries as though they were akin to scientific breakthroughs like new radioactive isotopes or the wheel, BGP has compiled a monumental collection of greats here, with lesser-cited curveballs from bossa nova great Gato Barbieri, phat instrumental scatter Harold Alexander and Thiele's own Bob Thiele Emergency also in tow.
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 in stock $23.19
This Is Flying Dutchman 1969-1975
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Cat: CDBGPD 314. Rel: 30 Mar 23
Gil Scott-Heron - "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised"
Leon Thomas - "Just In Time To See The Sun"
Bob Thiele Emergency - "Head Start"
Cesar - "See Saw Affair"
Esther Marrow - "Peaceful Man"
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - "Expansions"
Gato Barbieri - "Bolivia"
Ornette Coleman - "Friends & Neighbors"
Oliver Nelson - "125th St & 7th Ave"
Harold Alexander - "Mama Soul"
Pretty Purdie - "Heavy Soul Slinger"
Steve Allen - "Soulful Strut"
Gil Scott-Heron - "Whitey On The Moon"
Bob Thiele Emergency - "Lament For John Coltrane" (take 1)
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - "Peaceful Ones"
Leon Thomas - "Echoes"
Played by: Pete Haigh
 in stock $10.90
Sly Stone In The Studio 1965-70
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Cat: CDCHD 1255. Rel: 29 Mar 10
The French Fries - "Danse A La Musique"
Joe Hicks - "I'm Going Home" (part 1)
Sly - "For Real" (demo)
Abaco Dream - "Life & Death In G & A"
6ix - "I'm Just Like You"
Sly & The Family Stone - "Man Does Not Live" (demo)
The Beau Brummels - "Underdog"
Billy Preston - "Can't She Tell"
Sly & The Family Stone - "I Can't Turn You Loose"
Little Sister - "You're The One" (parts 1 & 2)
Freddie & The Stone Souls - "LSD"
Sly & The Family Stone - "Life Of Fortune & Fame"
The Beau Brummels - "Are You Sure"
6ix - "Dynamite"
Sly & The Family Stone - "I Ain't Got Nobody (For Real)"
Sly - "You Really Got Me" (demo)
Little Sister - "Stanga"
Sly & Billy Preston - "I Remember"
Freddie & The Stone Souls - "Something About You"
Sly & The Family Stone - "Take My Advice"
Joe Hicks - "Home Sweet Home" (part 2)
Little Sister - "Somebody's Watching You"
Freddie & The Stone Souls - "Superfunk"
Joe Hicks - "Life & Death In G & A" (parts 1 & 2)
The French Fries - "Small Fries"
 in stock $10.90
New Breed R&B With Added Popcorn
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Cat: CDKEND 291. Rel: 27 Feb 08
Luther Ingram - "Oh Baby Don't You Weep"
Paul Clifton - "She Wobbles When She Walks"
Banny Price - "You Love Me Pretty Baby"
Chet Poison Ivey - "Mata Hari"
Gladys Bruce - "I've Got A Feeling For You Baby"
Barbara & The Browns - "I'm Gonna Start A War"
Mr Dynamite - "Sh'Mon"
Gene Burks - "Shirley Jean"
Boyce Cummingham - "Too Young"
Harold Atkins - "Big Ben"
Nappy Brown - "Coal Miner"
Tom Tumbleweed - "Tumbling Down"
BB King - "Beautician Blues"
Eugene Church - "Jack Of All Trades"
The Charmaines - "I Idolize You"
Barbara Perry - "A Man Is A Mean Mean Thing"
Lena Calhoun & The Emotions - "First Love Baby"
Marry Clayton - "I've Got My Eyes On You"
Albert Washington - "I'm The Man"
King James - "What'cha Gonna Do"
Joe Simon - "Just Like Yesterday"
Terry & Jerry - "Mama Julie"
Billy Bland - "Doing The Mule"
Vernon Green & The Medallions - "A Lover's Prayer"
 in stock $10.90
Looking Good: Mod Club Classics
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Cat: BGP2 153. Rel: 01 Jan 90
Sugar Pie De Santo - "Do The Whoo Pee"
James Carr - "Who's Been Warming My Oven"
Rodger Collins - "She's Looking Good"
Young Holt Trio - "Wack Wack"
Ike & Tina Turner - "I Can't Believe What You Say"
Mary Love - "Lay This Burden Down"
Danny White - "Keep My Woman Down"
Junior Wells - "Checking On My Baby"
Little Sonny - "Wade In The Water"
Billy Hawkes - "I Got A Woman"
Richard Berry & The Pharaohs - "Have Love Will Travel"
Mongo Santamara Orchestra - "Don't Bother Me No More"
Chuck Jackson - "I Keep Forgetting"
Bettye Swann - "Make Me Yours"
Lowell Fulson - "Tramp"
Richard Berry & The Pharaohs - "Louie Louie"
Terry & Jerry - "Mama Julie"
BB King - "I've Got Papers On You Baby"
Mose Allison - "Parcham Farm"
George Stone - "Hole In The Wall"
 in stock $22.91
King Funk
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King Funk (unmixed CD)
Cat: CDBGPD 135. Rel: 18 Feb 08
Bill Doggett - "Honky Tonk Popcorn"
Hank Ballard - "Butter Your Popcorn"
Marie Queenie Lyons - "Your Thing Ain't No Good Without My Thing"
Roosevelt Matthews - "Tighten Up"
James K-Nine - "Live It Up"
The Presidents - "Gold Walk"
Marie Queenie Luons - "See & Don't See"
The Sons Of Funk - "From The Back Side" (part 1)
The Sons Of Funk - "From The Back Side"
Over Night Low - "The Witch Doctor"
Gloria Walker - "Papa's Got The Wagon"
J Hines & The Fellows - "Camelot Time"
Marie Queenie Lyons - "Fever"
The Coasters - "Love Potion No 9"
Little Royal - "Soul Train"
Hank Ballard - "Unwind Yourself"
Dan Brantley - "Get It Right Or Leave It Alone"
James Duncan - "Stand Up & Get Funky"
Bill Doggett - "Honky Tonk"
Soul East - "Funky Lady" (part 1)
Soul East - "Funky Lady" (part 2)
Toby King - "Mr Tuff Stuff"
Gloria Walker - "Don't Get Funky"
The Coasters - "Down Home Girl"
 in stock $10.90
The Best Of Uno Melodic Records
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Cat: LPEXP 58. Rel: 30 Aug 18
Roy Ayers - "Everybody" (4:00)
Eighties Ladies - "Turned On To You" (5:27)
Sylvia Striplin - "You Can't Turn Me Away" (5:30)
Roy Ayers - "Chicago" (3:51)
Sylvia Striplin - "Give Me Your Love" (6:17)
Ethel Beatty - "I Know You Care" (5:37)
Roy Ayers - "And Then We Were One" (4:46)
Justo Almerio - "Interlude" (5:23)
Bobby Humphrey - "Baby Don't You Know" (instrumental) (7:03)
Eighties Ladies - "Ladies Of The Eighties" (4:53)
Jaymz Bedford - "Just Keep My Boogie" (5:23)
Rick Holmes - "Remember To Remember" (9:10)
 in stock $27.39
Westbound Super Breaks: Essential Funk Soul & Jazz Samples & Breakbeats
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Cat: CDSEWD 163. Rel: 27 Sep 18
Junie - "Suzie Thundertussy"
Funkadelic - "You & Your Folks, Me & My Folks"
The Detroit Emeralds - "You're Gettin' A Little Too Smart"
King Errisson - "Back From The Dead"
Pleasure Web - "Music Man" (part 2)
Magictones - "Good Old Music"
Funkadelic - "I'll Bet You"
Junie - "Tight Rope" (single mix)
Caesar Frazier - "Funk It Down"
Fuzzy Haskins - "The Fuz & Da Boog"
Ohio Players - "Funky Worm"
Spanky Wilson - "Kissing My Love"
The Detroit Emeralds - "Baby Let Me Take You (In My Arms)"
Unique Blend - "Does He Treat You Better"
Fantastic Four - "Mixed Up Moods & Attitudes" (Tom Moulton mix)
Funkadelic - "I Wanna Know If It's Good To You?"
The Counts - "Pack Of Lies"
Fantastic Four - "Disco Pool Blues" (Tom Moulton mix)
Denise LaSalle - "Heartbreaker Of The Year"
 in stock $10.90
Saigon Supersound: Volume 2 1964-75
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Saigon Supersound: Volume 2 1964-75 (gatefold 2xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: SSS 02. Rel: 08 Oct 18
Carol Kim - "Sai Gon" (3:11)
Son Ca - "Khi Tinh Yeu Den" (4:15)
Van Son - "Co Tay Den" (4:13)
Elvis Phuong - "Loan Mat Nhung" (5:16)
Thanh Tuyen - "Con Gai Cua Me" (3:41)
Thanh Thuy - "Trang Mo Ben Suoi" (4:24)
Phuong Dung - "Khuc Hat An Tinh" (4:47)
Thanh Lan - "Sang Rung" (4:49)
Son Ca - "Thon Trang Mo Hoi Trang Tron" (2:58)
Tuy Phuong - "Xin Le Cuoi Em" (3:47)
Champagne - "Funky Do" (3:05)
Hung Cuong & Mai Le Huyen - "Tai Anh Hay Tai Em" (3:29)
Connie Kim - "Tup Leu Ly Tuong" (5:02)
Truong Hai - "Duong Len Non" (4:24)
Mai Le Huyen - "Nho Minh Anh Thoi" (3:35)
Le Thu - "Mung Nang Xuan Ve" (3:10)
Phuong Dung - "Nhung Doi Hoa Sim" (4:43)
Kich Dong Nhac AVT - "Lo Tho To Lieu" (5:24)
Review: Frankfurt label Infracom presents the second edition of Saigon Supersound. The bustling Vietnamese capital at the time was often depicted as the 'Pearl of Southeast Asia' and it is here that the label presents more interesting tunes from a musical era that has long been obscured. Label boss Jan Hagenkoetter is delighted to dig deeper and share with you the beautiful music of this short but significant period in the country's history between 1954-1965. Its diversity explores Vietnamese bolero music, rock and roll influenced by American troops who brought their music to the city, plus traditional folk crossover, latin influences and satirical musical theatre.
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 in stock $34.64
Pop Makossa: The Invasive Dance Beat Of Cameroon 1976-1984
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Pop Makossa: The Invasive Dance Beat Of Cameroon 1976-1984 (gatefold 2xLP + booklet + MP3 download code)
Cat: AALP 083. Rel: 18 May 22
Dream Stars - "Pop Makossa Invasion" (4:46)
Mystic Djim & The Spirits - "Yaounde Girls" (5:51)
Bill Loko - "Nen Lambo" (6:23)
Bernard Ntone - "Mussoloki" (4:21)
Pasteur Lappe - "Sanaga Calypso"
Eko - "M'ongele M'am"
Olinga Gaston - "Ngon Engap"
Emmanuel Kahe & Jeanette Kemogne - "Ye Medjuie"
Nkodo Si-Tony - "Mininga Meyong Mese"
Pasteur Lappe - "Sekele Movement"
Pat' Ndoye - "More Love"
Clement Djimogne - "Africa"
Review: Just when you think that the well of obscure music from around the world has run dry, Analog Africa returns to put the record straight. Pop-Makossa shines a light on a glorious but largely overlooked period in the story of Cameroonian makossa, when local musicians began to replace funk and highlife influences with the rubbery bass of classic disco and the sparkling synth flourishes and drum machines of electrofunk. The resultant compilation, which apparently took eight years to produce, is packed full of brilliant cuts, from the heavily-electronic jauntiness of Pasteur Lappe's "Sanaga Calypso" and horn-totin' Highlife-disco of Emmaniel Kahe and Jeanette Kemogne's "Ye Medjuie", to the dense, organ-laden wig out that is Clement Djimogne's "Africa".
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タグ: African Disco
 in stock $30.16
Mecca 45: Blackpool Mecca 45th Anniversary 1971-2016
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Cat: OSVLP 009. Rel: 28 Oct 16
The Boogie Man Orchestra - "(Theme From) Lady Lady Lady (Are You Crazy For Me?)" (feat Mel Hayes) (4:10)
Kim Tolliver - "I Don't Know What Foot To Dance On" (3:09)
Lou Courtney - "Tryin' To Find My Woman" (2:25)
Benny Troy - "I Wanna Give You Tomorrow" (3:57)
The Moments - "Nine Times" (4:31)
The LTG Exchange - "Keep On Trying" (3:33)
Bobby Womack & Brotherhood - "Home Is Where The Heart Is" (3:18)
Universal Mind - "Something Fishy Going On" (4:15)
Hubert Laws - "The Chicago Theme (Love Loop)" (3:15)
The Charisma Band - "Ain't Nothing Like Your Love" (3:48)
Diane Jenkins - "I Need You" (3:35)
Debra Anderson - "Funny How We've Changed Places" (2:25)
 in stock $18.72
Calabar-Itu Road: Groovy Sounds From South Eastern Nigeria (1972-1982)
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Calabar-Itu Road: Groovy Sounds From South Eastern Nigeria (1972-1982) (limited 2xLP in silk screen sleeve + 44 page booklet)
Cat: CRZR 1004LP. Rel: 24 Nov 16
Isadico Dance Band Of Nigeria Led By Isaiah Disckson - "Mbre Isong" (intro) (2:20)
Cross River Nationale - "Nyong Eyen Unen" (6:04)
The Visitors - "Eyen Erong Nwa" (4:54)
Mansion - "Akam Itoro Abasi" (4:00)
Monica Isaac - "Akananwan Isong Idung" (3:31)
Emmanual Ntia & His Eastern Star Dance Band - "Top Eyop Odo" (5:04)
The Sea Lions - "Akwa Idim" (5:04)
Charles Duke - "Suk Usan Idang" (Cross River Radio interlude) (2:14)
Isadico Dance Band Of Nigeria Led By Isaiah Disckson - "Eti Eyeneka" (6:30)
The Doves - "Akan Anwan Isong Idung" (3:27)
Mari Afi Usuah & The South Eastern State Cultural Band - "Mma Ama Mbo" (3:51)
Sunny Risky & The Vitamin Explosion - "Atak Mfat Eyen" (5:03)
Chief Inyang Henshaw & His Top Ten Aces - "Eseme Ikpong" (5:48)
Etubom Rex Williams & His Nigerian Artistes - "Ererimbot Afayung Oko" (6:25)
Bustic Kingsley Bassey's Anansa Engineers - "Journey To Luna" (9:58)
Review: For their latest tribute to Nigeria's booming music scene of the '70s and early '80s, Comb & Razor Sound has decided to do things differently. Whereas most compilations of vintage Nigerian grooves focus on music made in and around the bustling city of Lagos, Calabar-Itu Road looks instead at tracks made and released by those in South Eastern Nigeria. In true crate-digging fashion, the two records here - featuring tracks from previously unheralded stars of the "Calabar" scene, including Etubom Rex Willians and Cross River Nationale - come accompanied by a thoroughly researched, 44-page booklet telling the story of the region's love affair with popular music. If you're interested in African funk, soul and disco, it should be an essential purchase.
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タグ: African | Afrobeat | Afro Funk
 in stock $32.97
France Chebran: French Boogie 1980-1985
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Cat: BB 077LP. Rel: 05 Jan 16
Interview - "Salut Les Salauds" (4:15)
Krootchey - "Qu'Est-Ce Qu'Il A (D'Plus Que Moi Ce Negro-La) " (4:27)
Gerard Vincent - "Gerard Vincent Par Gerard Vincent" (3:45)
Style - "Play Boy En Detresse" (5:58)
Pierre Edouard - "A Mon Age Deja Fatigue" (5:53)
Casino - "Pate Imperial" (3:36)
Bianca - "La Fourmi" (3:41)
Trigo & Friends - "La Degaine" (3:27)
Hughes Hamilton - "Je M'Laisse Aller" (3:37)
Pascal Davoz - "Cinema" (4:31)
Anisette - "Scrtach Au Standard" (3:47)
Pilou - "Ca Va" (3:23)
Henriette Coulouvart - "Miam Miam Goody Goody" (6:44)
New Paradise - "Easy Life" (3:46)
Gerard Vincent - "T'As Qu'A Fermer Ta Guele" (2:56)
Ich - "Ma Vie Dans Un Bocal" (3:55)
Attache Case - "Les Crabes" (5:19)
Yannick Chevalier - "Ecoute Le Son Du Soleil" (5:02)
 in stock $29.35
James Brown's Funky People Part 1
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Cat: GET 54083LP. Rel: 08 Nov 16
The J.B.'s - "Gimme Some More" (3:03)
The J.B.'s - "Pass The Peas" (3:12)
Lyn Collins - "Think (About It)" (3:23)
The J.B.'s - "Givin' Up Food For Funk" (part 1) (3:10)
Lyn Collins - "Mama Feelgood" (3:29)
The J.B.'s - "Hot Pants Road" (2:44)
Lyn Collins - "Rock Me Again & Again & Again & Again & Again & Again" (3:26)
Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s - "Damn Right I Am Somebody" (part 1 & 2) (6:26)
Lyn Collins (The Female Preacher) - "Take Me Just As I Am" (3:32)
Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s - "If You Don't Get It The First Time, Back Up & Try It Again, Party" (3:35)
Maceo & The Macks - "Parrty" (3:24)
Fred Wesley & The New J.B.'s - "(It's Not The Express) It's The JB's Monaurail" (part 1) (4:06)
Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s - "Same Beat" (part 1) (3:21)
 in stock $35.76
Take Us Home: Boston Roots Reggae From 1979 To 1988
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Take Us Home: Boston Roots Reggae From 1979 To 1988 (heavyweight vinyl 2xLP + booklet)
Cat: COS 024LP. Rel: 12 Feb 19
I Tones - "Love Is Pleasure" (4:15)
Danny Tucker - "Take Us Home" (3:20)
Danny Tucker - "Changes" (3:55)
Danny Tucker - "Our Father's Land" (3:48)
Zion Initiation - "Think About It" (3:48)
Zion Initiation - "Jah Light" (3:08)
Zion Initiation - "Conquering Lion" (3:28)
Zion Initiation - "Burning Fire" (3:46)
Zion Initiation - "Got To Love Jah Jah" (4:33)
Healin' Of The Nations - "Without Your Love" (4:06)
Healin' Of The Nations - "Nations, Unite (Peace Across The Land)" (4:24)
Healin' Of The Nations - "Love Is The Answer" (5:15)
Lambsbread - "Country Girl" (4:59)
Lambsbread - "Two Minute Warning" (4:14)
Lambsbread - "International Love" (4:35)
Errol Strength - "Errol's Love" (4:01)
Errol Strength - "Oh What A Saturday Night" (3:53)
 in stock $31.57
Loving On The Flipside: Sweet Funk & Beat Heavy Ballads 1969-1977 (reissue)
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Cat: NA 5134LP. Rel: 24 Dec 18
Darling Dears - "I Don't Think I'll Ever Love Another" (3:50)
Eddie Finley & The Cincinnati Show Band - "Treat Me Right Or Leave Me Alone" (3:28)
Thomas East - "Slippin' Around" (4:10)
Hot Chocolate - "We Had True Love" (6:15)
The Equatics - "Merry Go Round" (2:36)
The Black Conspirators - "Love" (3:16)
Jazzie Cazzie & The Eight Sounds - "Young Girl" (4:03)
Rhythm Machine - "Whatcha Gonna Do?" (3:29)
Ed Nelson - "I'll Give You A Ring (When I Come, If I Come)" (3:12)
Darling Dears - "And I Love You" (3:35)
Symphonic Four - "Who Do You Think You're Fooling" (part 1) (3:08)
Lee Bonds - "I'll Find A True Love" (2:57)
Black Exotics - "What Am I Waiting For" (3:22)
Black Velvet - "Is It Me You Really Love" (3:24)
The Conspiracy - "I Believe (Our Love Has Gone Away)" (4:39)
Little Janice - "Since You've Been Gone" (2:25)
Primitive - "You Are Everything To Me" (3:37)
Eunice Collins - "At The Hotel" (3:29)
Hunts Determination Band - "Are We Through" (2:52)
Disciples Of Soul - "Together" (2:50)
Symphonic Four - "Who Do You Think You're Fooling" (part 2) (3:00)
 in stock $33.52
Soul Of A Nation: Afro Centric Visions In The Age Of Black Power Underground Jazz Street Funk & The Roots Of Rap 1968-79
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Cat: SJRLP 393. Rel: 08 Aug 17
Gil Scott-Heron - "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" (3:08)
Mandingo Griot Society With Don Cherry - "Sounds From The Bush" (3:51)
Roy Ayers Ubiquity - "Red Black & Green" (4:41)
Philip Cohran & The Artistic Heritage Ensemble - "Malcolm X" (5:18)
Sarah Webster Fabio - "Sweet Songs" (5:06)
Phil Ranelin - "Vibes From The Tribe" (3:49)
Horace Tapscott With The Pan Afrikan Peoples Arkestra* - "Desert Fairy Princess" (10:56)
David McKnight - "Strong Men" (4:59)
Joe Henderson - "Black Narcissus" (5:07)
Oneness Of Juju - "African Rhythms" (6:44)
Doug Carn - "Suratal Ihklas" (5:42)
Duke Edwards & The Young Ones - "Is It Too Late?" (9:54)
Carlos Garnett - "Mother Of The Future " (7:40)
Review: The soul, sound and spirit of America's most vital, volatile and explosive revolutions curated by Soul Jazz as part of an art exhibition at London's Tate Modern Gallery; Soul Of A Nation explores how the political movement was translated and reflected by the musical at the time. A hugely creative and radical decade where art fused expressionism, poetry and spirituality, from the fiery jazz of Carlos Garnett, the raw vocal soul Oneness Of JuJu and of course the iconic sounds and ideas from Roy Ayers and Gil Scott Heron this marks the start of conscious black music.
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 in stock $32.14
A Orillas Del Magdalena
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Cat: DOMINOSOUND 024. Rel: 24 Aug 09
Los Corraleros De Majagual - "Cumbia Campesina"
Los Guacharacos - "Baila Rosita"
Conjunto Tipicp Vallenato - "Cumbia Cienaguera"
Nafer Duran Y Su Conjunto - "A Orillas Del Magdelena"
Campesinos De Repelon - "Macondo, Banda Y Coros"
Los Guacharacos - "Esperma Y Ron"
Combo Los Galleros - "Soledad"
Andres Landero Y Su Conjunto - "Cumbia En La India"
Los Cumbiamberos De Pacheco - "Santo Domingo"
Eliseo Herrera Y Su Conjunto - "El Mangle"
Los Gavilanes - "Los Gavilanes De La Costa"
Cumbia Negra - "Carlos Roman Y Su Conjunto"
Played by: Shantisan
 in stock $22.34
Hustle! Reggae Disco: Kingston London New York
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Cat: SJRLP 368. Rel: 03 Mar 17
Blood Sisters - "Ring My Bell" (7:58)
Derrick Laro & Trinity - "Don't Stop Till You Get Enough" (7:29)
Chariot Sisters - "Do It Nice & Easy" (4:03)
Black Harmony - "Don't Let It Go To Your Head" (7:17)
Latisha - "I'm Every Woman" (3:46)
Ernest Ranglin - "In The Rain" (3:28)
Family Choice - "Reggae Beat Goes On" (4:01)
Risco Connection - "Ain't No Stopping Us Now" (6:08)
Xanadu & Sweet Lady - "Rappers Delight" (6:23)
Sharon Forrester - "Love Don't Live Here Anymore" (5:59)
Carol Cool - "Upside Down" (3:28)
One Blood - "Be Thankful For What You've Got" (7:57)
Charmaine Burnette - "Am I The Same Girl" (4:01)
 in stock $38.56
Beach Diggin Volume 3: Hand Picked By Mambo & Guts
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Cat: HS 132CD. Rel: 05 Sep 16
Gene Lawrence - "Feel Like Making Love"
Junior Tucker - "Take A Message" (instrumental)
The Group NSI - "Moin Epi Vou"
Billy Cole - "Mystic Mood"
Fred Aucagos - "Pangua Zo Pile Moin"
Casual T - "Hands Off" (instrumental)
Dalton - "Soul Brother"
Franko Xavier - "Antes Pouco Que Nenhum"
Bobbie Houston - "I Want To Make It With You"
Gilles Rivard - "Je Reviens"
Bola Sete - "Bettina"
Brother Resistance - "Wars In Space" (dub)
Clive Bradley & The Bradley Band - "Party On The Block"
Scherzando - "I Need Your Love"
 in stock $15.93
Fallin Off The Reel Vol III & IV
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Fallin Off The Reel Vol III & IV (2xLP + insert + MP3 download code)
Cat: TS 022. Rel: 16 Jan 15
Lee Fields & The Expressions - "You're The Kind Of Girl" (3:53)
Liam Bailey - "Please Love Me" (2:51)
The Olympians - "The Rain Song" (3:51)
Lady - "Money" (3:34)
Bacao Rhythm &Steel Band - "PIMP" (3:08)
Qunestine Strong - "One Hundred Years From Now" (2:33)
Beau Williams - "I'll Be Home Soon" (3:34)
The Ghetto Brothers - "Girl From The Mountain" (4:21)
El Michels Affair - "Run Fay Run" (3:20)
The Original Brothers - "Blackout" (2:10)
Liam Bailey - "When Will They Learn" (3:01)
The Fabulous 3 - "Nightbird" (2:05)
Lee Fields & The Expressions - "Just Can't Win" (radio edit) (3:04)
The Olympians - "Stand Tall" (3:06)
Zafari - "King Masuru" (3:37)
Shirley Nanette - "All Of Your Life" (3:57)
Lady - "Good Lovin" (Hlic remix) (3:03)
Quincy Bright - "Stay The Night" (1:18)
Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band - "Laventille Road March" (3:07)
Lee Fields & His Band - "Fought For Survival" (3:06)
El Michels Affair - "Blind Love" (2:46)
Lady - "Get Ready" (Ticklah remix instrumental) (4:51)
Liam Bailey - "On My Mind" (3:25)
Lee Fields & The Expressions - "Faithful Man" (Bare Bones version) (3:43)
The Olympians - "How Can I Love (Now That You're Gone)" (3:42)
JD & The Evil's Dynamite Band - "Sunday Kind Of Love" (2:43)
Review: Williamsburg-based Truth & Soul Records is fast becoming one of the most reliable sources of modern soul and revivalist deep funk. Should you be unfamiliar with their output - and you should be, given that they set up shop in 2003 - this double LP trawl through the label's bulging back catalogue should be an essential purchase. Highlights are naturally plentiful, from the Cuban and Caribbean influenced instrumental brilliance of Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band's "Pimp", and the stripped-back deep soul of Beau Williams' "I'll Be Home Soon", to the raw, Hammond-heavy 60s jazz-funk of The Fabulous 3's "Night Bird" and fuzzy analogue afro-funk of Zafari's "King Masuru".
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 in stock $28.22
I Like It Volume 2 (4 Music Lovers Present Their 3 Alltime Favourite Tracks: Compiled by Trevor Jackson, Richard Dorfmeister, Trickski & Pole)
Colourbox - "Baby I Love You So"
Julian Jonah - "Jealousy & Lies"
Propaganda - "Echo Of The Frozen Faces"
Headset - "Crasping Claw"
The Goats - "Do The Digs Dug"
David Thomas - "Moster Magee, King Of The Seas"
Allez Allez - "African Queen"
Can - "Shikako Maru Ten"
Friedrich Gulda - "The Air From Other Planets"
Walt J/Dave Peoples - "Starting Over"
Elbee Bad - "Just Don't Stop The Dance"
P-Funk All Stars - "Hydraulic Pump"
Teknotika - "Take Me" (Organic Ghetto mix)
 in stock $25.99
Purple Snow: Forecasting The Minneapolis Sound
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Cat: NUM 050LP. Rel: 17 Dec 13
94 East - "If You See Me"
Aura - "Taste Of Love"
Herman Jones - "I Love You"
Orville Shannon - "Oh Lover"
Mind & Matter - "I'm Under Your Spell"
Haze - "Waiting For The Moment"
Prophets Of Peace - "Get It On"
Cohesion - "Expense"
Mind & Matter - "Sunshine Lady"
The Lewis Connection - "Higher"
Flyte Tyme - "It's The Things That You Do"
Herman Jones - "Ladie"
Michael Dixon & JOY - "You're All I Need"
Music, Love, & Funk - "Stone Lover"
Cohesion - "Cohesion"
Haze - "I Do Love My Lady"
The Lewis Connection - "Got To Be Something Here"
Walter Lewis & The Blue Stars - "I Have Love At Home"
Flyte Tyme - "I've Got You On My Mind"
Quiet Storm - "Can You Deal With It"
Steven - "Quick"
The Stylle Band - "If You Love Me"
The Girls - "I've Got My Eyes On You"
Sue Ann Carwell - "Should I Or Should I Not?"
Alexander O'Neal - "Do You Dare"
Ronnie Robbins - "Contagious"
Alexander O'Neal - "Borrowed Time"
Orville Shannon - "One Life To Live"
André Cymone - "Somebody Said"
Walter Lewis & The Blue Stars - "Do It Baby Do It"
Rockie Robbins - "Together"
Mind & Matter - "No One Else Can Do It To Me Baby"
 in stock $82.46
Good God! Born Again Funk
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Cat: NUMERO 030LP. Rel: 15 Mar 10
Pastor TL Barrett & The Youth For Christ Choir - "Like A Ship"
Ada Richards - "I'm Drunk & Real High (In The Spirit Of God)"
Gospel Comforters - "Yes God Is Real"
Golden Echoes - "Packing A Grip"
Lucy Sister Soul Rodgers - "Pray A Little Longer"
Gospel Soul Revivals - "If Jesus Came Today"
Brother Samuel Cheatham - "Troubles Of The World"
Victory Travelers - "I Know I've Been Changed"
Jordan Travelers - "God Will Answer"
Inspirational Gospel Singers - "The Same Thing It Took"
Sacred Four - "Somebody Watching You"
Andrew Wartts & The Gospel Storytellers - "Peter & John"
Holy Disciples Of Chicago III - "I Know Him"
Sensational Five Singing Sons - "Share Your Love (With The Master)"
Little Chris & The Righteous Singers - "I Thank You Lord"
Sensational Five - "Coming On Strong Staying Along"
Chicago Travelers - "Been Trying"
James Austin & The St Luke Cogic Youth Chior - "I'll Take James For Mine"
 in stock $37.45
Greg Belson's Divine Disco: American Gospel Disco 1974-1984
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Cat: COS 017CD. Rel: 12 Jul 16
Enlightment - "Faith Is The Key"
Delores Fuller - "One More Chance Lord"
Gospel Ambassadors - "What Kind Of Man Is This"
Enlightment - "What's Happening People"
Betty Griffin - "Free Spirit"
The Inspirational Souls - "Jesus Is Going Away (But He's Coming Back Again)"
Gospel Ambassadors - "Thank You Jesus"
Gloria Grffin - "You"
The Masters Of Music - "Troubles Don't Last Always"
The Gospelaires Of Dayton Ohio - "No Where To Run"
Shirley Finney - "Give Your Best To The Master"
The Testimonial Singers - "No Greater Love"
Herman Harris & The Voices Of Faith Hope & Love - "Give Yourself To Jesus"
Gospel Ambassadors - "Thank You Jesus" (Steve Cobby remix)
Masters Of Music - "Trouble Don't Last Always" (Rahaan edit)
Review: The "Mighty" Greg Belson has a bit of a soft spot for gospel disco, a sub-genre that proved popular in some of the genre's more righteous clubs. In Divine Disco, he offers up a lesson in the style, gathering together mostly little known gems originally released between 1974 and '84 (plus, it should also be noted, two tasty contemporary re-rubs from Rahaan and Steve Cobby). It's perhaps a little more varied than you'd expect; contrast, for example, the hands-in-the-air, can-I-get-a-witness enthusiasm of Gospel Ambassadors' "What Kind Of Man Is This", and the smooth, slowed-down torch song feel of "Give Yourself To Jesus" by Herman Harris & The Voices Of Faith & Love.
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 in stock $18.72
Boogie Breakdown: South African Synth Disco 1980-1984
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Cat: COS 018CD. Rel: 28 Sep 16
Cannibals - "Hey Tonight"
Cannibals - "We Keep On Keeping On"
Harari - "Party"
Harari - "Good Vibes"
Don Laka - "I Wanna Be Myself"
Don Laka - "Lets Move The Night"
Neville Nash - "Breakdown"
Neville Nash - "Perfect Love"
Benjamin Ball - "Flash A Flashlight"
Benjamin Ball - "I Just Keep Dancing"
Al Etto - "You've Got The Love"
Al Etto - "Hold On To Love"
Review: Cultures of Soul have a reputation for digging deep for inspiration, so it's little surprise to see their latest compilation shine a light on the previously unheralded South African synth-disco scene of the early 1980s. Compiled by label boss Deano Sounds and Johannesburg digger DJ Okapi, Boogie Breakdown gathers together 12 hitherto hidden gems from six seminal South African acts. There's naturally much to admire throughout, from the spacey synths and celebratory vocals of Harari's "Party", and the slick, soulful electrofunk of Don Laka's "I Wanna Be Myself", to the reggae and P-funk flavoured thrills of Benjamin Ball's "Flash A Flashlight", and the sensual, late night synth-soul of Al Etto's "Hold On To Love".
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 in stock $17.88
Nigeria Soul Fever: Afro Funk Disco & Boogie: West African Disco Mayhem!
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Cat: SJRLP 344. Rel: 09 Sep 16
Joni Haastrup - "Free My People" (4:52)
Christy Essien - "You Can't Change A Man" (3:59)
Akin Richards & The Executives - "Afrikana Disco" (6:25)
Tee Mac - "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo" (5:40)
Joni Haastrup - "Greetings" (6:14)
Don Bruce & The Angels - "Ocheche (Happy Song)" (5:51)
Benis Cletin - "Get Up & Dance" (5:37)
Colomach - "Enoviyin" (5:02)
Joni Haastrup - "Do The Funkro" (4:04)
Tee Mac - "Living Everyday" (feat Marjorie Barnes) (5:19)
Arakatula - "Mr Been To" (4:01)
Angela Starr - "Disco Dancing" (5:30)
Joni Haastrup - "Wake Up Your Mind" (5:58)
Jimmy Sherry & The Musik Agents - "Nwaeze" (7:00)
Benis Cletin - "Soul Fever" (5:02)
Arakatula - "Wake Up Africa" (3:19)
Review: Another work of Soul Jazz curatorial gold: Nigeria Soul Fever is a detailed gatefold trip into one of Nigeria's richest chapters in music. Heavy trade restrictions allowed them to develop their own style without too much US or European influence and the result is an array of national talent who largely remained legends within their own borders. The range is mesmerizing; the sinewy synth and playground vocal Q&A of Benis Cletin's "Get Up & Dance", the ballroom disco soul of Tee Mac's "Living Everyday", the soulful afrofunk folk of Jimmy Sherry's "Nwaeze", the gut-punching power of Arakatula's album finale "Wake Up Africa". This is a treasure trove of unreleased gems that capture a truly unique time.
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The Key To Our Love Vol 3
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Cat: KTOL 003. Rel: 08 Jun 23
Laurene Lavallis - "Love Don't Change" (3:58)
The Si-Berians - "Crying Baby Won't Help The Hurt" (3:28)
Delbert & The Stewart Sensation - "How Far Can Our Love Go?" (4:39)
Taste Of Love - "Cindy" (4:04)
The 5 Stepping Stars - "Making Love" (2:51)
Joe Jama - "Phases Of Time" (2:33)
The Invaders - "O Lord" (3:00)
Soul Suspension - "What Am I To Do" (2:37)
Carrie Riley & The Fascinations - "Living In A Lonesome House Without You" (5:40)
Upheaval - "Now That You've Gone" (5:43)
Review: Symphonical's The Key To Our Love series has proven exceedingly popular with soul lovers and this third volume shows there is still plenty of mileage in it yet. As always there is an in-depth exploration of black and brown American artists here who are the foundations of the sound. Most of those featured will be obscure to many - but not for long, as their music makes a lasting impression. There is the vulnerable lo-fi sound of Laurene Lavallis's 'Love Don't Change,' Delbert & The Stewart Sensation's sentimental swooner 'How Far Can Our Love Go?' and Carrie Riley & The Fascinations offer up some lovely harmonies on 'Living In A Lonesome House Without You' amongst many other standouts.
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Sexopolis: Beyond The Valley Of The Beats
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Cat: CDMRLP 4972. Rel: 22 Jun 23
Alan Hawkshaw - "Hawkwind & Fire" (3:01)
Super Erotica - "Super Erotica" (2:36)
Mark Duval & His Music - "The Bends" (3:29)
Sound Experience - "JP Walk" (7:02)
Alan Tew - "The Build Up (Gentle In The Night)" (4:36)
Back Up To The Bumper Boogie (2:54)
Can't Get Enough (Of That Hot Buttered Stuff) (3:01)
The Thrill Is On - "Night Driving Scene" (3:04)
Greg's Groove Thing (3:30)
Jailbait - "Rollerblade Escapade" (2:31)
Dagmar Zeigt's Euch - "Gabi's Theme" (2:39)
Four Wheelin' Meat Movers (3:32)
The Devil Made Me Do It - "Nightclub Theme" (3:36)
Pimp Fight (2:19)
Inside Seka - "Bang 'Em Hard" (1:49)
The Manimal - "Hot Buttered Buns" (2:23)
Brighton Beach Bunnies - "Portobello Surprise" (3:49)
Bedtime For Busty (3:52)
Sir Lancealot - "Love Theme" (3:06)
I Dig Your Vibe (2:07)
A Thousand & One Knights - "Theme" (2:14)
Motion Lotion (2:35)
Exchnaging Glances (2:34)
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Gratitude: Suburbia Meets Ultra Vybe Free Soul Treasure 1
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Cat: OTS 302. Rel: 12 Sep 23
Gil Scott Heron - "I Think I'll Call It Morning" (3:31)
Foster Sylvers - "Misdemeanor" (2:31)
Dorothy Moore - "Girl Overboard" (3:52)
The Frank Cunimondo Trio - "We've Only Just Begun" (feat Lynn Marino) (2:25)
Barbara Acklin - "Am I The Same Girl" (2:59)
Alice Clark - "Don't You Care" (2:51)
Leon Thomas - "Love Each Other" (3:13)
The Salsoul Orchestra - "Run Away" (feat Loleatta Holloway) (4:45)
Honey Cone - "Want Ads" (2:46)
Freda Payne - "We've Gotta Find A Way Back To Love" (3:07)
Reid Inc - "What Am I Gonna Do" (3:41)
Judy Roberts - "You Light Up My Life" (3:53)
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Holy Church Of The Ecstatic Soul: A Higher Power Gospel Soul & Funk At The Crossroads 1971-83 (Record Store Day RSD 2023)
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Cat: SJRLP 522C. Rel: 11 May 23
Andrae Crouch & The Disciples - "Satisfied" (3:03)
Shirley Caesar - "Jesus Children Of America" (4:15)
The Meditation Singers - "Trouble's Brewin'" (4:57)
The Clark Sisters - "You Brought The Sunshine" (5:46)
Dorothy Norwood - "Let Your Feet Down Easy" (2:38)
Shirley Caesar - "Jesus Is Coming" (3:47)
Swan Silvertones - "If You Believe Your God Is Dead" (3:10)
The Alvin Darling Ensemble - "Is There Anybody Here?" (3:20)
Roscoe Robinson - "There's A Creator" (3:05)
Destiny - "Nothing Can Stop Me Now" (2:56)
The Meditation Singers - "Good Old Gospel Music" (4:29)
Keith Barrow - "Everything Is Gonna Be Alright" (3:05)
Roscoe Robinson - "Elijah" (2:30)
Dyson's Faces - "Till I've Got This Feelin' Of Love" (3:41)
The Violinaires - "The Upper Way" (3:20)
Leomia Boyd & The Gospel Music Makers - "Higher In Jesus' Love" (2:51)
Keith Barrow - "The Right Road Now" (3:03)
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Afromagic Vol 1: Hypnotic Grooves & Ecstatic Moves 1976-1981
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Cat: EVERLANDAFRO 004. Rel: 19 May 23
Benis Cletin - "Jungle Magic" (6:33)
Joe Kemfa - "I Got To Make It" (3:40)
Felix Lebarty - "Girls For Sale" (5:23)
Goldfinger DOE & BMS - "BMS Bowl" (5:20)
Geraldo Pino - "Shake Shake Shake" (6:43)
Joe Moks - "Boys & Girls" (6:35)
Danny Offia & The Friks - "10 Years In Love" (4:41)
BLO - "Save Me" (4:52)
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Mongolian Music From 70's Vol 1
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Cat: EVERLANDPSYCH 016CD. Rel: 30 Jan 24
Soyol Erdene & Yatga Solo B Nyamdorj - "The Blue Comb"
Bayan Mangol - "You Got So Big, My Son!" (instrumental)
Bayan Mangol - "Circle Dance"
Bayan Mangol - "Western Mongolian Folkmix"
Bayan Mangol - "Disco Music"
Bayan Mangol - "Big Friendship"
Bayan Mangol - "Young Couple"
Bayan Mangol - "Star Song"
Bayan Mangol - "Childrens Dance"
Bayan Mangol - "Music Magic"
Bayan Mangol - "Beauty"
Bayan Mangol - "Listen Up, Galaxy !"
Bayan Mangol - "Red Rose"
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Hidden Waters: Strange & Sublime Sounds Of Rio De Janeiro
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Cat: MRBLP 271. Rel: 12 May 23
Ana Frango Eletrico - "Saudade" (3:42)
Pedro Fonte - "Cliche" (3:48)
Bala Desejo - "Lua Comanche" (3:34)
Ava Rocha - "Boca Do Ceu" (5:08)
Exercito De Bebes - "Avos Da Experiencia" (4:40)
Thiago Nassif - "Soar Estranho" (feat Arto Lindsay & Vinicius Cantuaria & Gabriela Riley) (4:43)
Negro Leo - "Mulato" (3:05)
Mari Romano - "Amelie" (2:37)
ROSABEGE - "SIGO NUM SITE/MARMORE" (3:40)
Dora Morelenbaum - "Vento De Beirada" (3:04)
Cadu Tenorio & Jucara Marcal - "Candombe Ia Cacunde Iaue" (2:38)
Jonas Sa - "Gigolo" (3:33)
Troa - "Bandeide" (3:25)
Marcelo Callado - "Simbora" (feat Silvia Machete) (3:22)
Ovo Ou Bicho - "Mocos" (4:55)
Le Almeida - "Apreco Antigo" (2:56)
Ilessi - "Ladra Do Lugar De Fala" (1:56)
Joana Queiroz - "Dois Litorais" (5:25)
Raquel Dimantas - "Flecha Azul" (2:37)
Antonio Neves & Thiaguinho Silva - "Das Neves" (3:15)
Letrux - "Dorme Com Essa" (4:34)
Os Ritmistas - "Sambolero" (4:09)
Review: Mr Bongo's latest must-check compilation doesn't mine Brazil's musical heritage, but rather shines a light on what's happening in Rio de Janeiro right now. Hidden Waters was compiled and curated by two Brazilian music specialists - Joe Osborne (founder of the Brazilian Wax website) and Russ Slater (Editor at Large of Sounds and Colors) - and offers up a blend of scene stalwarts and exciting starlets. Musically it's varied, but largely rooted in samba, MPB and other classic Brazilian styles. So, while sun-soaked sounds (sorry) are the order of the day, Osborne and Slater also find room for the fuzzy psychedelia of Ava Rocha, the Stereolab-goes-samba flex of Exercito de Bebes, the low-slung, synth-sporting mutant funk of Thiago Nassif, the spiritual, pastoral-sounding afternoon warmth of Mari Romano and the lilting vocal jazz of Troa. An impeccable, eye-opening collection of quality cuts.'
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タグ: MPB | Brazilian Jazz | Bossa Nova
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Mid Atlantic Story Vol 3
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Mid Atlantic Story Vol 3 (tri-coloured vinyl LP)
Cat: NBR 011LPC1. Rel: 06 Apr 23
Dream Team - "There He Is" (2:45)
The Chapells - "Me" (3:32)
Jack & The Mods - "One Is Enough For One" (2:27)
Skip Mahoaney & The Casuals - "I Need Your Love" (7:01)
Mixed Breed - "Gotta Go Home" (3:18)
Al Glover & Gloria - "Till The End Of Time" (3:11)
Father's Children - "I Really Really Love You" (4:39)
The Positive Sounds - "I Almost Blew My Mind" (3:35)
Summits - "Let's Do It Over" (3:29)
Jato Von Del - "Just A Few Steps Up The Isle" (3:56)
The Edge Of Daybreak - "Our Love" (5:30)
Review: Labels don't come much bigger or better than Numero when it cones to sounds like folk. This third volume in their Mid Atlantic Story series is another one for the armchair drag racers, lowrider and souleros that pays tribute to the sounds that came after soul. It's inspiration comes from the record industry's "metric trunkload of cruising compilations" - some of which were legit, many of which were not - that soundtracked an entire subculture. Sounds from the greater bay region and those from the east side all feature here with artists like Father's Children, Jato von Del and The Positive Sounds.
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Nigeria Special Volume 3: Electronic Innovation Meets Culture & Tradition 1978-93
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Cat: SNDWLP 167. Rel: 21 Nov 24
Ozzobia - "Ndi Oma" (7:20)
Sammy Obot - "Edue Ukot Akpa Itong" (5:06)
Eppi Fanio - "Farofa Dancer" (5:25)
Etiene T Boy - "Jealousy" (7:32)
Ayo Manuel - "Do Good" (dub) (4:16)
Feladey - "Experience" (4:54)
Chimex G Udensity & His Afrikan Band - "Okpoko Na Azo Eze" (edit) (6:19)
ISCAC Band - "Igbo Nwe Egwu" (edit) (6:41)
Jeje - "Jeje" (5:19)
Dizzy K - "Omoge" (4:04)
Blackman Akeeb Kareem - "Oya A (Eje Kajo)" (4:37)
Jimi Solanke - "Owo Orisa - Ancestral Respects" (3:32)
Soki Ohale - "Wumaya Awuma" (5:44)
Jap Band & Feladey - "Japadodo" (7:04)
Pal Sagie - "Esan" (5:32)
Mannix Okonkwo - "Ka Anyi Gbaa Egwu" (6:23)
Sonny Okosuns - "Highlife" (dub) (5:48)
Wura Fadaka Band - "Eyo" (5:27)
Review: The impeccable Soundway Records is back with another essential companion, this time in the form of Nigeria Special Volume 3: Electronic Innovation Meets Culture & Tradition 1978-93, which presents a collection of 19 tracks capturing the unique musical transformation in Nigeria during a pivotal era. This compilation reflects the fusion of drum machines, synthesisers and Western influences like pop, reggae, disco and soul, all blended with traditional Nigerian genres like highlife and juju. It represents a period of innovation where new technology was used to reimagine and refresh cultural sounds and what results is a bold new sounds that is going to be lapse dup by fans of names like Steve Monite and Charles Amoah.
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タグ: African Disco | Highlife
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La Haine: Musiques Inspirees Du Film
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Cat: 502173 2461933. Rel: 07 Feb 25
Intro (0:37)
Ministere Amer - "Sacrifice De Poulets" (3:22)
Sens Unik - "Le Vent Tourne" (4:17)
Iam & Daddy Nuttea - "La 25eme Image" (5:07)
Expression Direkt - "Dealer Pour Survivre" (5:02)
Ste Strausz' - "C'est La Meme Histoire" (4:25)
La Cliqua - "Requiem" (5:33)
Mc Solaar - "Comme Dans Un Film" (4:15)
FFF - "Le Vague A L'arme" (3:55)
Raggasonic - "Sors Avec Ton Gun" (9:22)
Les Sages Poetes De La Rue - "Bons Baisers Du Poste" (6:27)
Assassin - "L'etat Assassine" (0:23)
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Fania Records: The Latin Sound Of New York 1964-1978
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Cat: 726406 2. Rel: 30 Jan 25
Pete Rodriguez - "I Like It (I Like It Like That)" (4:25)
Eddie Palmieri - "Cafe" (6:34)
Joe Bataan - "Gypsy Woman" (2:32)
Ray Barretto - "Acid" (5:03)
Hector Lavoe - "Mi Gente" (5:27)
Richie Ray & Bobby Cruz - "Aguzate" (6:07)
Cheo Feliciano - "Anacaona" (4:16)
Celia Cruz & Johnny Pacheco - "Quimbara" (4:43)
Ismael Rivera - "Las Caras Lindas" (7:12)
Willie Colon & Hector Lavoe - "Che Che Cole" (3:20)
Hector Lavoe - "El Cantante" (4:33)
Ray Barretto - "Indestructible" (4:10)
Joe Cuba Sextet - "El Raton" (3:46)
Fania All Stars - "Estrellas De Fania" (5:38)
Willie Colon & Hector Lavoe - "La Murga" (6:13)
Willie Colon & Ruben Blades - "Pedro Navaja" (7:02)
Review: There have been many concurrent sounds of 60s and 70s New York, but the Latin soul subsidiary of said multipli-city saw and heard its heyday in the sweet-spot of 1964-78, where the Latin American favourite label Fania Records reigned supreme in its niche. Bannering the likes of Willie Colon, Hector Lavoe, Ruben Blades, Johnny Pacheco and Celia Cruz, Fania was born of a desire to promote salsa music and adjacent styles in New York, after Dominican musician and label boss Johnny Pacheco underwent financial woes and sought respite in memories of a quaint Cuban luncheonette of the same name. The heady mix of sonic pimento collides several of the best salsa bands in a New York otherwise dominated by soul and funk, amounting to a charred, lively stew.
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タグ: Salsa | Latin Jazz | Afro Cuban
 in stock $42.76
Mizik Maladi: Disques Debs International Vol 3 (reissue)
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Cat: STRUT 190CD. Rel: 13 Mar 25
Sadi Lancreot - "Dou Se Vou Ki Siwo"
Max Et Henri - "Se Pou Demen"
Dominique Panol - "Come On Baby"
Mariz - "Si On Jou"
Jocelyn Mocka Et Kassav - "Mizik Maladi"
Christian Yeye - "Misye Zanndo"
Ramon Pyrmee - "An Mwe"
Experience 7 - "Bel Toubonman"
Ka Leve - "Apre Nou Byen Cheche"
Horizon - "Neg Mawon"
Ti Celeste - "Testaman"
Yo - "Fo'w Maye"
Alex Rosa - "L'appel Des Champions"
Gwo Siwo - "Bele"
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'.

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タグ: African Disco | Caribbean | Zouk | Gwo Ka
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V4 Visions: Of Love & Androids
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V4 Visions: Of Love & Androids (gatefold red vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: NUMC1 194. Rel: 15 Mar 22
Maureen Mason - "I'm Believing (In Love Again)" (4:11)
Ashaye - "What's This World Coming To" (4:47)
Julie Stapleton - "Just Dreaming" (4:16)
Ashaye - "Dreaming" (5:06)
Julie Stapleton - "All The Way" (feat Ashaye - Guitar mix) (4:24)
Maureen Mason - "If This Is A Dream" (4:27)
The Wades - "Get Off That (Poison)" (4:48)
Ashaye - "Come Go With Me" (4:55)
Julie Stapleton - "Where's Your Love Gone" (remix) (5:45)
Rohan Delano - "The Way I Love You" (4:25)
Ashaye - "Dreaming" (Jungle mix) (5:01)
Endangered Species - "Just A Memory" (vocal mix) (4:39)
Endangered Species - "Endangered Species" (5:25)
Insight - "Fantasy" (feat Ashaye - Insight mix) (5:18)
Ashaye - "Nowhere To Run" (instrumental South Side mix) (5:23)
Insight - "Insight Paradise" (Para dub) (6:04)
Jungle Biznizz - "Jungle Biznizz Joy In The Jungle" (5:36)
Rohan Delano - "Inflight" (5:19)
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Wagadu Grooves Vol 2: The Hypnotic Sound Of Camara 1991-2014 (remastered)
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Cat: HTML 011. Rel: 14 Mar 25
Souley Kante - "Bi Magni" (5:30)
Doussou Bagayoko - "Taman" (5:02)
Abdoulaye Brevete - "Faale Mokoba" (5:09)
Djelikeba Soumano - "Tougharanke" (4:20)
Kankaba Sakho - "Foty" (4:29)
Soninkara - "Tamajoujou" (8:23)
Bande Kone - "Togo" (3:06)
Lassana Tamoura - "Lassana Boubou N'kana Ke Kiye" (4:20)
Mamadou Mariko - "N'diaye Sylla 2014" (5:34)
Aichata Sidibe - "La Vie Est Si Belle" (4:35)
Adja Soumano - "Dja-Dja" (5:21)
Mah Kouyate N2 - "Bani" (10:46)
タグ: Afrobeat | Highlife
 in stock $33.52
Rare Grooves: A Funk & Soul Era
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Cat: CG 166313CD. Rel: 12 Nov 24
Atlas - "Ain't No Sunshine"
Abadie - "Lady"
Ganymed - "Ju- Jupiter"
Charly & The Diamonds - "The Horse"
Bill Gabo - "People Come From A Hole"
The Jaguars - "I Go Crazy"
Ganymed - "Rollerskater"
Stonewall - "Midight Soul"
Epsilon - "Before"
Lee Reed - "Right On"
Atlas - "Necessity"
Bill Gabo - "Your Kiss Is Sweet"
Mc London - "& You Feel So Good"
Atlas - "Play It Cool"
Wolfgang Ambros/Christian Kolonovits - "Op 6 - Abschiedssymphonie/"I Glaub I Geh Jetzt""
Lee Reed - "This Letter"
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The Original Sound Of Mali 2
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The Original Sound Of Mali 2 (gatefold 2xLP + booklet)
Cat: MRBLP 278. Rel: 06 Feb 25
Ousmane Kouyate & Ambassadeurs Internationaux - "Kefimba"
Bouba Et Sokona Sacko - "Mamaniya"
Les Ambassadeurs Du Motel De Bamako - "Get Up James"
Allata Broulaye - "Moussokeleyato"
Tentemba Jazz Du Mali - "Yayoroba"
Tiwara Band De Kati - "Kogola"
Rail Band - "Massare Mousso"
Les Ambassadeurs Du Motel De Bamako - "Matou Kagni"
Mystere Jazz De Tombouctou - "Sidi Yahia"
Allata Broulaye - "Yayoroba"
Les Messagers Du Mali - "Diamana Diarra"
Tiwara Band De Kati - "Midnight Hour"
Review: The liberation of Mali from French rule in 1960 led to an explosive musical renaissance, and on this latest 2xLP compilation, Mr Bongo seek to remonstrate the nation's excellence in the face of much strife. After 1970, amid revived drives to document many national and regional music productions from the West African nation, Malian culture underwent a fertile transformation, with state-sponsored bands and orchestras able to record with sound engineers for the first time. Compiled by French writer and journalist Florent Mazzoleni and Mr Bongo's own David Buttle, we hear here the likes of Ousmane Kouyate & Ambassadeurs Internationaux, Rail Band, Les Messagers du Mali, Mystere Jazz de Tombouctou and many more, where bright, fuzz-packed tones whirl about our ears in serene squalls of balafon-driven funk, rumba, wassoulou, jeli and blues.
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タグ: African | Afro Funk
 in stock $26.54
This Is The Breaks 1966-1975
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Cat: BGPD 1117. Rel: 23 Oct 24
Millie Jackson - "If Loving You Is Wrong I Don't Want To Be Right" (mono) (3:27)
Tammi Lynn - "Light My Fire" (mono) (4:00)
The Fatback Band - "Gotta Learn How To Dance" (mono) (3:46)
Billy Garner - "I Got Some" (part 1) (2:51)
Lowell Fulsom - "Tramp" (mono) (3:04)
Pretty Purdie - "Heavy Soul Slinger" (mono) (4:15)
Debbie Taylor - "Let's Prove Them Wrong" (mono) (2:58)
Little Ann - "Deep Shadows" (2:33)
Joe Simon - "Drowning In The Sea Of Love" (3:26)
Chico & Buddy - "Can You Dig It" (mono) (2:54)
Gil Scott Heron - "Home Is Where The Hatred Is" (mono) (3:20)
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - "Summer Nights" (mono) (5:03)
Review: This Is The Breaks is a 12-track journey through the history of influential breaks in jazz, funk and soul. Each track featured has not only shaped the golden age of sampling but continues to be used by contemporary artists. The album opens with Millie Jackson's 1974 version of 'If Loving You Is Wrong I Don't Want To Be Right', famously sampled in 2023 by NLE Choppa. It also includes Debbie Taylor's soulful 'Let's Prove Them Wrong', used by JID in 2021. The collection highlights the enduring appeal of atmospheric tracks like Little Ann's 'Deep Shadows', which has been sampled by Grand Puba, Loyle Carner, and others. DJ Premier's masterful use of Joe Simon's 'Drowning In The Sea Of Love' for Gang Starr's 1997 hit 'You Know My Steez showcases his unparalleled production skills. Classic breaks like Lowell Fulsom's 'Tramp' and Fatback Band's 'Gotta Learn How To Dance' add to the album's richness, alongside iconic cuts from Bernard Purdie and Lonnie Liston Smith. These original songs continue to inspire, making This Is The Breaks a timeless celebration of musical innovation.
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 in stock $20.10
Purple Snow: Forecasting The Minneapolis Sound (reissue)
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Purple Snow: Forecasting The Minneapolis Sound (reissue) (purple & lavender vinyl 4xLP box set + hardback book)
Cat: NUM 050. Rel: 02 Oct 24
94 East - "If You See Me" (5:45)
Aura - "Taste Of Love" (3:29)
Herman Jones - "I Love You" (4:15)
Orville Shannon - "Oh Lover" (3:02)
Mind & Matter - "I'm Under Your Spell" (3:23)
Haze - "Waiting For The Moment" (3:25)
Prophets Of Peace - "Get It On" (3:08)
Cohesion - "Expense" (3:42)
Mind & Matter - "Sunshine Lady" (4:05)
The Lewis Connection - "Higher" (6:58)
Flyte Tyme - "It's The Things That You Do" (4:48)
Herman Jones - "Ladie" (5:01)
Michael Dixon & JOY - "You're All I Need" (3:43)
Music, Love & Funk - "Stone Lover" (6:59)
Cohesion - "Cohesion" (2:49)
Haze - "I Do Love My Lady" (4:03)
The Lewis Connection - "Got To Be Something Here" (4:15)
Walter Lewis & The Blue Stars - "I Have Love At Home" (5:15)
Flyte Tyme - "I've Got You On My Mind" (4:57)
Quiet Storm - "Can You Deal With It" (4:32)
Steven - "Quick" (3:20)
The Stylle Band - "If You Love Me" (3:01)
The Girls - "I've Got My Eyes On You" (4:03)
Sue Ann Carwell - "Should I Or Should I Not?" (3:16)
Alexander O'Neal - "Do You Dare" (6:03)
Ronnie Robbins - "Contagious"
Alexander O'Neal - "Borrowed Time"
Orville Shannon - "One Life To Live"
Andre Cymone - "Somebody Said"
Walter Lewis & The Blue Stars - "Do It Baby Do It" (3:27)
Rockie Robbins - "Together" (4:54)
Mind & Matter - "No One Else Can Do It To Me Baby" (6:54)
 in stock $68.45
One More Chance
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Cat: JARLP 01. Rel: 24 Feb 25
Samuel Jonathan Johnson - "You" (5:49)
Earth, Wind & Fire - "Club Foot" (3:52)
Glenn Jones - "Share My Love" (5:18)
Gladys Knight & The Pips - "How Deep Is Your Love" (4:59)
Aretha Franklin - "Here We Go Again" (3:28)
Phyllis Hyman - "Forever With You" (4:13)
Tyrone Davis - "Never Stopped Loving You" (3:49)
Don Covay - "Right Time For Love" (3:37)
Garland Green - "I Know What Love Is" (3:11)
The Dells - "Somebody's Gotta Move" (5:09)
Review: Bilbao's Soul4Real Records' subsidiary label celebrates its first compilation after delivering 14 singles in three years. The album kicks off with the rare 12" mix of Samuel Jonathan Johnson's wonderful 'You' and includes previously unreleased gems from Glenn Jones, Earth, Wind & Fire and Gladys Knight & The Pips. Highlights include Glenn's 'Share My Love' and Gladys's timeless 'How Deep Is Your Love' as well as EWF's 'Club Foot,' all of which were omitted from their original albums. Side two features Phyllis Hyman's 'Forever With You' and downtempo classics like Tyrone Davis's 'Never Stopped Loving You' and The Dells' 'Somebody's Gotta Move' round out an exceptional compilation.
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Played by: Osmose
 in stock $33.25
Super Funk
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Cat: 729859 421131. Rel: 11 Feb 25
Raw Energy - "Peace & Love" (3:46)
Resonance - "OK Chicago" (2:34)
Max B - "Super Bwana" (3:42)
African People - "Jungle Song" (2:54)
Black Blownig Flowers - "Uskudarra" (4:47)
Doctor Dark - "Red Hot Passion" (instrumental) (3:37)
Hudson People - "Hudson's Funked It This Time" (3:22)
Epsilon - "Elephant Funk" (2:30)
The Chubukos - "House Of The Rising Funk" (3:10)
Zubaba - "Kumbaya" (3:56)
Seeds Of The Earth - "Brother Bad" (4:59)
Spaghetti Head - "Funky Axe" (2:36)
 in stock $19.55
Digital Calling: Rockin' Umbria
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Digital Calling: Rockin' Umbria (heavyweight vinyl LP + insert)
Cat: 801667 0156192. Rel: 20 Jan 25
Ralf - "Collegato Scollegato" (4:25)
A Bit At - "Silver" (3:52)
Beautiful Sinners - "Beautiful Sin" (feat Sanna Hartfield) (2:52)
Co-Pilot - "Bighouses/Fastcars" (3:26)
Feel Fly - "Martina Laughs" (3:51)
Fringuello - "Taxi Giallo" (Dan Mar) (2:52)
F.T.G. & Marco Baroni - "Live Edit Dancity Winter 2019" (6:23)
Manu P - "Carry On Now" (feat Jorge Romero) (6:34)
Mash Up - "California Love Eastwood" (rework) (3:27)
Steb - "La Timidezza Delle Chiome" (3:58)
Vincenzo Viceversa - "Mediaevol" (3:32)
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The Tarantino Experience
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The Tarantino Experience (limited coloured vinyl 6xLP box set)
Cat: 843071 7000307. Rel: 20 Jan 25
Dick Dale & The Del-Tones - "Misirlou" (2:10)
Chuck Berry - "You Never Can Tell" (2:40)
Dennis Yost & Classic IV - "Spooky" (2:45)
Screamin' Jay Hawkins - "I Put A Spell On You" (2:25)
Serge Gainsbourg - "Mambo Miam Miam" (2:30)
Paul Revere & The Raiders - "Good Thing" (3:03)
Bernard Hermann & Orchestra - "Twisted Nerve" (intro) (0:16)
Al Green - "Let's Stay Together" (3:11)
Dusty Springfield - "Son Of A Preacher Man" (2:25)
Wilson Pickett - "Something You Got" (2:52)
Clarence Carter - "Backstabbers" (2:41)
Billie Jo Spears - "Fever" (2:54)
Los Bravos - "Bring A Little Lovin'" (2:16)
Duane Eddy - "Rebel Rouser" (2:15)
The Hurricanes - "Out Of Limits" (2:02)
The Mamas & Papas - "Straight Shooter" (2:56)
Richard Twang & His Cadillacs - "Apache" (2:47)
The Coasters - "Down In Mexico" (3:11)
Bobby Womack - "California Dreamin'" (3:10)
The Brothers Johnson - "Strawberry Letter 23" (5:44)
Leroy Gomez & Santa Esmeralda - "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" (3:33)
Blue Swede - "Hooked On A Feeling" (2:50)
The Meters - "Look Ka Py Py" (3:03)
Vanilla Fudge - "You Keep Me Hangin' On" (3:23)
The Fendermen - "Ghost Riders In The Sky" (4:39)
Geater Davies - "Sad Shades Of Blue" (4:10)
Joe Cocker - "Woman To Woman" (4:27)
Lobo - "Me & You & A Dog Named Boo" (3:04)
John Fred & His Playboy Band - "Judy In Disguise" (2:55)
Johnny Cash - "I Walk The Line" (2:43)
Golden Gate Quartet - "I'm Troubled" (2:56)
Guy Mitchell - "Singing The Blues" (2:23)
Duane Eddy - "Cannonball" (2:15)
The Surf Coronados - "Pipeline" (2:10)
Chris Farlowe - "Paint It Black" (3:29)
Screamin' Lord Such - "Murder In The Graveyard" (2:58)
T Rex - "Jeepster" (4:04)
The Surfaris - "Wipeout" (2:13)
The Ventures - "Walk Don't Run" (2:58)
Nino Tempo & April Stevens - "Deep Purple" (2:44)
1910 Fruitgum Co - "Indian Giver" (2:35)
John Lee Hooker - "Boom Boom" (2:40)
Connie Francis - "Stupid Cupid" (2:12)
Julie Teicher - "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" (2:51)
The Clovers - "Love Potion No 9" (1:49)
The Grass Roots - "Midnight Confessions" (2:47)
Dobie Grey - "The "In" Crowd"
The Kingsmen - "Louie Louie"
Jose Feliciano - "California Dreamin'" (4:01)
The Friends Of Distinction - "Glazing In The Grass" (2:53)
Bobby Womack - "Across 110th Street" (3:46)
Dave Berry - "Little Things" (2:24)
Isaac Hayes & Gloria Gaynor - "You're The First The Last My Everything" (4:33)
Pumpkin Pie - "Stuck In The Middle With You" (3:23)
Pacific Gas & Electric - "Are You Ready?" (5:46)
The Miracles - "Love Machine" (3:03)
Dean Martin - "Rio Bravo" (3:01)
Billie Davis - "I Want You To Be My Baby" (2:41)
Michael Zager Band - "Let's All Chant" (3:03)
Groove Heritage - "Theme From SWAT" (4:03)
The Box Tops - "Cry Like A Baby" (2:33)
The Brothers Johnson - "Strawberry Letter 23" (5:44)
The Delfonics - "Didn't I Blow Your Mind This Time" (3:17)
Paul Revere & The Raiders - "Good Thing" (3:12)
Ohio Express - "Chewy Chewy" (2:35)
Zed Is Dead - "Theme From Shaft" (3:12)
The Chi-Lites - "Have You Seen Her" (4:47)
Eddie Floyd - "Knock On Wood" (2:59)
Lynn Anderson - "Stand By Your Man" (2:42)
Eddie Hodges - "I'm Gonna Knock On Your Door" (2:05)
Dolly Parton - "Letter To Heaven" (2:35)
Howlin' Wolf - "Somebody In My Home" (2:20)
Johnny & The Hurricanes - "Beatnick Fly" (1:44)
 in stock $146.97
Psyched Out Grooves From Hungary 1969-1972 (B-STOCK)
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Psyched Out Grooves From Hungary 1969-1972 (B-STOCK) (hand-numbered LP + insert limited to 300 copies)
Cat: BUBE 050 (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
 
B-STOCK: Slight surface marks
Bergendy - "Randevum Lesz Delutan" (2:31)
Neoton - "Majd Ha Nem Leszek" (3:00)
Kek Csillag - "Ki Volt Ez Az Ember?" (3:27)
Meteor - "Kivanj Te Is Nekem Szep Joejszakat" (3:03)
Apostol - "Az Esti Utcan" (4:56)
Kex - "Elszallt Egy Hajo A Szelben" (3:48)
Non Stop - "Szelid Tuzek" (4:23)
Echo - "Boldogsagbol Epitettem" (2:37)
Juventus - "Egy Pont A Terben" (4:56)
Scampolo - "Levegoben" (3:13)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Slight surface marks ***


Hungarian outfit Budabeats proudly present Psyched Out Grooves From Hungary (1969-72), their latest compilation tracking the emergence and sure formation of psychedelic rock in Hungary. In the label's own words, "there were barely any drugs in Hungary to begin with", and we take this to be precisely the point. Psychedelia isn't a state that should rely on drugs as a crutch: no, there was something already dormant, but primed for the teasing, in the Hungarian psyche, that lent to its acquired taste for psych in the 60s and 70s. With contributions from "an undercurrent of smaller, semi-professional bands" who persisted in the shadow of a select few huge names, who dominated by dint of their sponsorship by the one, state-owned major label, this comp betrays an insider's knowledge and then some, with highlights from Non-Stop, Sampolo, Neoton, Apostol and Kex standing out as peak-quality Hungarian psych, despite none of these bands ever receiving a breakthrough. Such songs and bands were "the exception, not the norm", the "illusion of a scene".
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80's Soul Classics Vol 8
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Cat: PTG 34262. Rel: 12 Dec 24
Sonny Charles - "Put It In A Magazine"
Average White Band - "Love Gives, Love Takes Away"
The Chi-Lites - "Get Down With Me" (12 Inch)
Intensive Heat - "Be My Lady"
Lamont Dozier - "You Oughta Be In Pictures"
Valerie Horton-Brown - "Walk With Me"
Blondie & Pappa - "You're My Everything"
Funk Fusion Band - "Can You Feel It" (Progressive version)
Carl Carlton - "Swing That Sexy Thang" (12 Inch)
Carol Douglas - "Party Nights"
D'aile' - "Live It Up" (feat Janice Hoyte - 12 Inch)
Aurra - "Happy Feeling" (12 Inch)
Breeze - "Just In The Nick Of Time" (12 Inch)
Uncle Louie - "Full-Tilt Boogie"
Jay W McGee - "When We Party (Uptown, Downtown)" (12 Inch)
Today, Tomorrow, Forever - "Love Is Just What You Make It"
Vernon Burch - "Joy & Pain"
Angela Clemmons - "Mine"
The Reddings - "Class (Is What You Got)" (12 Inch Promo)
Talkback - "I Can't Let You Go" (12 Inch)
Michael Henderson - "Assault With A Friendly Weapon"
The Jones Girls - "Won't Let You Take It Back"
ET Eddie Towns - "Best Friends" (Super mix)
Spencer Jones - "How To Win Your Love" (Special dub mix)
Review: This two-disc collection is a brilliant collection of soulful delights, capturing the vibrant spirit of a golden era in music. Featuring a seamless blend of smooth grooves and electrifying dance tracks, it's a joyous celebration of 80s soul, funk and r&b. From silky ballads to funky floorfillers, the compilation offers something for every mood and taste. The energy kicks off with electrifying beats and infectious basslines from artists like Uncle Louie and Carl Carlton, whose dynamic performances set the tone for the journey ahead. Soulful standouts like Lamont Dozier and Valerie Horton-Brown bring heartfelt emotion, while The Chi-Lites and The Jones Girls channel timeless sophistication into their tracks. Hidden gems such as Funk Fusion Band's captivating groove and Spencer Jones' dub mix showcase the innovation and versatility that defined the decade. The seamless interplay of upbeat anthems like Aurra's joyful energy and introspective offerings from Today, Tomorrow, Forever creates a rich, varied listening experience. With its expertly curated tracklist, this compilation is a delightful rediscovery of an era when bold rhythms and heartfelt melodies ruled the airwaves, leaving an enduring legacy.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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Funk BR: Sao Paulo
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Funk BR: Sao Paulo (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: NTSC 4. Rel: 23 Aug 24
DJ Patrick R - "Vai No Chao" (feat MC KVN & DJ Pikeno MPC) (2:26)
Mu540 & MC GW - "A Culpa Eh Da Cachaca" (2:22)
DJ Arana - "Montagem Phonk Brasileiro" (2:02)
DJ Dayeh & MC Bibi Drak - "As Mais Top" (2:20)
DJ P7 & MC PR - "Automotivo Destruidor P7 Vai Te Destruir" (2:00)
DJ Pablo RB - "Boca De Veludo" (feat Vitu Unico, MC Vini Do KX & JD) (2:39)
DJ Blakes & DJ Novae - "Beat Das Galaxias" (feat MC GW) (3:20)
DJ Leo Da 17 & DJ Big Original - "Bruxaria De Extrema Periculosidade" (feat MC BN & MC Maiquin) (3:07)
DJ Wizard - "Balacobaco Hardcore" (feat MC PE original) (2:17)
DJ Bonekinha Iraquiana & DJ Thiago Martins - "Submundo Amedrontador" (2,0) (2:20)
DJ K & DJ Knote Original - "Me Viu No Fluxo ZS" (feat MC Kaique Da Sul, MC Guh Da B13, MC Meno Douglinhas & MC Poke) (3:27)
DJ Menezes - "Essa E A DJ Menezes" (feat MC Larissa) (2:42)
Deekapz - "Ritmado Magico No Sumarezinho" (2:21)
DJ Lorany - "Mandela Cunt" (2:40)
DJ Caio Santos - "Voce Sabe" (1:59)
DJ Noguera - "Pinoquio" (feat MC Vitin Da Dz7 & DJ Pietra) (2:45)
DJ Tonias - "MTG Ritmado Na Ultima Hora" (1:45)
DJ Gabiru - "Dentro Do I30" (feat Mc Taliba & Mc Vitin Da Dz7) (2:22)
DJ Saze - "UQ Tenho Que Fazer" (2:05)
DJ Pikeno MPC & MC BF - "Acende O Sinalizador" (2:00)
DJ Livea & Iamlopess - "Best Of Both Worlds From Brazil" (2:14)
DJ Kaups - "Soy El Fuego/Piranha Perversa" (MC Guto VGS & MC ZKW) (1:59)
タグ: Brazilian
 in stock $44.15
Eccentric Soul: The Dynamic Label
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Eccentric Soul: The Dynamic Label (gatefold tangerine vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: NUM 043LPC2. Rel: 27 Mar 25
Commands - "Hey It's Love" (2:20)
Little Jr Jesse & The Tear Drops - "Give Your Love To Me" (1:56)
Tonettes - "I Gotta Know" (1:39)
Doc & Sal - "Can't Get You Offa My Mind" (2:37)
Commands - "I've Got Love For My Baby" (3:11)
Willie Cooper & The Webs - "You Don't Love Nobody" (1:59)
Little Jr Jesse & The Tear Drops - "Ain't No Big Thing" (2:48)
Commands - "No Time For You" (3:08)
Webs - "Little Girl Blue" (2:22)
Tonettes - "My Heart Can Feel The Pain" (2:34)
Doc & Sal - "Cry & Wonder Why" (3:14)
Commands - "Don't Be Afraid To Love Me" (2:34)
Willie Cooper & The Webs - "I Can't Take No More" (2:06)
Don & The Doves - "Together" (2:27)
Webs - "Don't Ever Hurt Me" (2:52)
Commands - "Must Be Alright" (1:49)
Bobby Blackmon & The Soul Express - "She's Gotta Have Soul" (2:15)
Doc & Sal - "Laughing To Keep From Crying" (2:59)
Webs - "Try Loving Me" (2:58)
Commands - "Too Late To Cry" (4:10)
Doc & Sal - "My Dream" (2:55)
Little Jr Jesse & The Tear Drops - "If You Don't Love Me" (2:09)
Webs - "Can't Let You Go" (1:58)
Commands - "A Way To Love Me" (2:26)
Little Jr Jesse & The Tear Drops - "It Keeps Rainin'" (2:32)
Don & The Doves - "I Need You" (2:12)
Bobby Blackmon & The Soul Express - "You'll Find Another" (2:36)
Commands - "Around The Go-Go" (2:27)
Review: Heavyweight champions of the compilation world, Numero Group, defend their undisputed title once more with this collection of greats from San Antonio mogul Abe Epstein's Dynamic label. In its heyday, it became a hub for soulful music with its flagship band the Commands scoring a hit in 1966 with 'No Time For You.' Their success led to 20 more singles over 30 months and Epstein's inclusive studio welcomed a diverse racial mix of Texas talent which in turn created a melting pot of sound. This collection reflects that across 28 gems from groups like the Tonettes, Little Jr. Jesse & the Tear Drops and Bobby Blackmon & His Soul Express all exploring different soul niches.
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 in stock $35.21
Miami Sound: Rare Funk & Soul From Miami Florida 1967-1974 (2023 Edition) (B-STOCK)
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Cat: SJRLP 536C (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
 
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
All The People - "Cramp Your Style" (2:14)
Helene Smith - "You Got To Be A Man" (2:43)
George McCrae - "I Get Lifted" (2:41)
James Knight & The Butlers - "Funky Cat" (4:09)
Gwen McCrae - "90% Of Me Is You" (2:53)
Little Beaver - "Funkadelic Sound" (2:33)
James Knight & The Butlers - "Save Me" (3:09)
Joey Gilmore - "Do It To Me One More Time" (2:30)
Helene Smith - "A Woman Will Do Wrong" (2:36)
James Knight & The Butlers - "Fantasy World" (4:25)
Timmy Thomas - "Funky Me" (2:56)
The New Clarence Reid - "Cadillac Annie" (2:42)
Frank Williams & The Rocketeers - "The Spanish Flyer" (2:08)
Della Humphrey - "Don't Make The Good Girls Go Bad" (2:36)
Frank Williams & The Rocketeers - "You Got To Be A Man" (2:42)
Joey Gilmore - "Somebody Done Took My Baby" (3:28)
Little Beaver - "I Love The Way You Love" (3:11)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***


It's time to track back 20 years to one of the true gems from Soul Jazz's heavyweight range of compilations. Miami Funk takes into the beating heart of the late 60s-early 70s scene hovering around Florida's most famous city, and introduces us to some of the hip underground cats who were laying down the sweetest grooves at that time. Some it's rocking, some of it rolls, at times it's sweet and elsewhere it's nasty, but as you'd expect the quality never dips. This one has been long out of print, and now a limited run is making its way back, with this coloured vinyl edition sure to fly out, so don't sleep!
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 in stock $37.22
Mizik Maladi: Disques Debs International Vol 3 (remastered)
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Cat: STRUT 190LP. Rel: 13 Mar 25
Sadi Lancreot - "Dou Se Vou Ki Siwo" (6:07)
Max Et Henri - "Se Pou Demen" (3:54)
Dominique Panol - "Come On Baby" (3:45)
Mariz - "Si On Jou" (4:26)
Jocelyn Mocka Et Kassav - "Mizik Maladi" (5:53)
Christian Yeye - "Misye Zanndo" (4:57)
Ramon Pyrmee - "An Mwe" (3:36)
Experience 7 - "Bel Toubonman" (4:55)
Ka Leve - "Apre Nou Byen Cheche" (9:24)
Horizon - "Neg Mawon" (5:27)
Ti Celeste - "Testaman" (5:38)
Yo - "Fo'w Maye" (6:17)
Alex Rosa - "L'appel Des Champions" (4:49)
Gwo Siwo - "Bele" (5:53)
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.
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タグ: African Disco | Caribbean | Zouk | Gwo Ka
 in stock $26.54
Nighttime Lovers Volume 34
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Cat: PTG 34257. Rel: 14 Jul 23
TFO - "Happy Family" (7")
Charles Blackman - "Special Part Of Me" (12" version)
California Executives - "The Same For Me" (feat Ronald Dudley)
Norfolk - "You’re My Doll Baby"
Arlene Bailey - "I Got My Game Plan Working Baby"
Cross Phyre - "Make It Easy" (feat Demetrius)
Gwendolyn Lassic - "Never Gonna Give You Up" (12" version)
Streetlife - "What Am I Gonna Do"
Point 3 FM - "So Delicious"
James Govan - "Love (I Thought I Would Never Find Love)"
Johnnie Taylor - "Seconds Of Your Love"
Jay W Mcgee - "What’re You Trying To Do"
Gang’s Back - "Magic Touch"
タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
 in stock $17.05
Soul Fingers Volume 2 (10th Anniversary Edition)
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Cat: UVR 23023. Rel: 18 Jul 23
Jazzy Dee - "Get On Up" (5:42)
Wild Sugar - "Messin Around" (3:50)
Standing Room Only - "Funk Affair" (4:49)
The Jammers - "Be Mine Tonight" (6:01)
Pat Lundy - "Work Song" (4:24)
Mass Production - "Welcome To Our World" (6:17)
Lenny Welch - "You Picked A Fine Time" (4:02)
Del Jones - "Soul Of Black Folk" (3:09)
The Kay-Gees - "Get Down" (4:08)
Emilio Santiago - "O Amigo De Nova York" (4:05)
Nice & Tight Band - "Let's Get High (On The Music)" (6:26)
Banda Black Rio - "Chega Mais (Imaginei Voce Dancando)" (2:44)
Harvey Mason - "Groovin' You" (3:44)
Mongo Santamaria - "Watermelon Man '79" (5:53)
TC James & The Fist-O-Funk Orchestra - "Bumpsie's Whipping Cream" (Tom Savarese remix) (4:55)
Nightlife Unlimited - "Peaches & Prunes" (4:22)
Nese Karabocek - "Yali Yali" (Todd Terje edit) (5:42)
Review: After the success of the first volume, the second Soul Fingers tribute compilaton hears a second release on double vinyl. The compilation series is a wandering black music dancefloor that in 2023 reaches ever-further into the future to celebrate ten years' life. Soul Fingers mixes soul, disco and funk, with rap and Latin rhythms; and this time features some carefully selected dancefloor music bombs directly from the hands of Claudio Cavallaro, the leader of the Soul Fingers console! Expect electrically-charged, FM-my acid soul jams, all backed by the natural sway of the utmost organic archetype of the groove.
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タグ: Disco Funk
 in stock $38.00
Spirit Of 70's
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Cat: 340791 6. Rel: 03 Aug 23
Carl Douglas - "Kung Fu Fighting" (3:17)
Positive Force - "We Got The Funk" (3:18)
Timmy Thomas - "Why Can't We Live Together" (4:35)
Manu Dibango - "Soul Makossa" (4:23)
Stretch - "Why Did You Do It?" (1:51)
Bob Marley - "Sun Is Shining" (3:53)
The Whispers - "And The Beat Goes On" (single edit) (4:52)
Shirley & Company - "Shame, Shame, Shame" (3:46)
Claudia Cardinale - "Love Affair" (3:07)
Amii Stewart - "Knock On Wood" (3:45)
Patrick Hernandez - "Born To Be Alive" (3:10)
The Michael Zager Band - "Let's All Chant" (3:02)
 in stock $17.05
Texas Wild
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Texas Wild (LP + insert)
Cat: LCRA 001LP. Rel: 25 Jan 24
Fat Tony - "(Hey Baby) Que Paso" (feat Paul Wall) (2:53)
Ryan Bingham & The Texas Gentlemen - "Possum Kingdom" (4:16)
Adrian Quesada - "Say My Name" (feat Uncle Roy & Spice & The Soul Supporters) (4:34)
Shaky Graves - "True Love Will Find You In The End" (feat Jess Williamson) (3:30)
Sir Woman - "Texas Sun" (feat Ray Wylie Hubbard) (4:55)
The Texas Gentlemen - "That's Right (You're Not From Texas)" (3:35)
The Suffers - "My Maria" (2:48)
Luna Luna - "Si Una Vez" (2:54)
Toadies - "Since U Been Gone" (3:10)
Sarah Jaffe - "Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground" (2:50)
Shane Smith & The Saints - "Pancho & Lefty" (feat Hayes Carll) (4:54)
 in stock $19.41
Disco E Cultura Vol 2 (Deluxe Edition)
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Disco E Cultura Vol 2 (Deluxe Edition) (180 gram vinyl LP with obi-strip limited to 200 copies)
Cat: MAR 098. Rel: 13 Jun 24
Jorge Ben - "Solitario Surfista" (80's Side) (3:36)
Almir Ricardi - "Sao Paulo (High Society)" (4:22)
Guilherme Arantes - "Fio Da Navalha" (4:09)
Marcos Valle - "Bicicleta" (3:50)
Sandra Sa - "Pela Cidade" (3:22)
Tony Bizarro - "Apenas Uma Vez" (2:57)
Viva Voz - "Fugitivos De Azul" (4:15)
Hanna - "Deixa Rodar" (70's Side) (3:24)
Marilia Barbosa - "Manifesto" (3:02)
Tony Bizarro - "O Que Se Faz Da Vida" (2:35)
Coral Som Livre - "Fogo Sobre Terra" (2:31)
Ana Maria E Mauricio - "Figa De Guine" (2:08)
Djalma Dias - "Nada Sei De Preconceito" (2:37)
Inema Trio - "Arue Pam" (2:26)
Jeremias - "A Vida E Um Buraco" (2:37)
Review: Disco E Cultura Volume 2 by Portuguese label Mad About Records is a fantastic collection and retrospect into the vibrant dance music landscape of Brazil during the 70s and 80s. Curated by Joaquim Paulo, this compilation delves deep into the soul, funk, disco, boogie, and jazz-funk sounds that defined the era. Featuring a diverse selection of tracks, the album offers a kaleidoscope of colorful, floor-friendly jams adorned with punchy horn lines, classy vocals, and irresistible grooves. Standout highlights include Lafayette's infectious 'Sol De Varao,' Franco's Barrio-funk groove, and Aloisio's jazz-funk gem 'Tema R,' which impresses with its hot-stepping breakbeats and strong synth solos. The second side of the compilation continues the more amazing music with tracks like 'Deixa Rodar' by Hanna, 'Manifesto' by Marilia Barbosa, and 'Fogo Sobre Terra' by Coral Som Livre, each contributing to the rich heritage of Brazilian dance music.
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タグ: Brazilian Disco | MPB
 in stock $52.25
Golden Rules: The Originals 4
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Cat: LGR 006. Rel: 22 Nov 24
The Flavors - "Gettin' It Back" (3:06)
Miles King & The Foolish Knights - "A Good Day" (2:53)
JJ Whitefield - "Moon Walk" (2:55)
Project Gemini - "Fuzzy Duck" (1:42)
The Rayvelles - "Yes You're Losing Me" (feat Marietta Smith) (3:04)
Theodor - "Tropical" (reprise) (1:56)
Tommy Harris & The Upper Sides - "The World Must Change" (3:08)
Okonski - "Summer Storm" (4:04)
The Selenites Band - "Ethio Carnivale" (feat DJ Marrrtin - Lockdown version) (3:02)
Pu Poo Platter - "Choir" (3:26)
NCY Milky Band - "Lynx" (Theme) (1:49)
 in stock $26.54
Bosporus Bridges: A Wide Selection Of Turkish Jazz & Funk
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Cat: LIFE 058. Rel: 23 Jan 25
Emin Findikoglu - "Cecen Kizi" (3:16)
Mustafa Okzent Ve Orkestrasi - "Dolana Dolana" (2:55)
Erkut Tackin - "Sevmek Istiyorum" (2:46)
Fikret Kizilok - "Aybatti" (edit) (3:01)
Erkin Koray - "Karli Daglar" (3:35)
Aksu Orkestrasi - "Bermuda Seytan Ucgeni" (4:56)
Ferdi Ozbegen - "Kopruden Gecti Gelin" (3:08)
Erol Pekcan - "Senlik" (5:12)
Okay Temiz - "Denizalti Ruzgarlari" (4:07)
Erol Pekcan Orkestrasi - "Gel Sevgilim" (3:06)
Durul Gence 10 - "Hilal" (4:22)
 in stock $20.96
Legends Of Benin
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Legends Of Benin (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: AALP 065. Rel: 04 Sep 09
Gnonnas Pedro Et Ses Dadjes - "Dadjes Von O Non"
El Rego Et Ses Commandos - "Feeling You Got"
Antoine Dougbe - "Honton Soukp Gnon"
El Rego Et Ses Commandos - "E Nan Mian Nuku"
Honore Avolonto Et L'Orchestre Poly-Rythmo - "Tin Lin Non"
Gnonnas Pedro Et Ses Panchos - "Okpo Videa Bassouo"
Antoine Dougbe Er I'Orchestre Pily-Rythmo - "Ya Mi Ton Gbo"
Antoine Dougbe - "Nou Akuenon Hwlin Me Sjn Koussio"
Honore Alvolonto - "Na Mi Do Gbe Hue Nu"
El Rego Et Ses Commandos - "Vimado Wingnan"
Honore Avolonto Et I'Orchestre Black Santiago - "Dou Dagbe We"
El Rego Et Ses Commandos - "Djobime"
Antoine Dougbe - "Kovito Gbe De Towe"
Gnonnas Pedro Et Ses Dadjes - "La Musica En Verite"
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Super Funk 2 :Rare Funk From Deep In The Crates
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Cat: CDBGPD 137. Rel: 20 Feb 08
Billy Garner - "Brand New Girl"
Granby Street Development - "Jelly Roll"
Jackie Harris & The Exciters - "Do It, Do It"
Pee Wee Crayton - "Put It Where You Want It"
Brenda George - "What You See Is What You Get"
Thelma Jones - "The House That Jack Built"
Sidney Pinchback & The Schiller Street Gang - "Soul Strokes"
Johnny Otis - "Jaws"
Freddy Wilson - "Promised Land"
Billy Garner - "You're Wasting My Time" (part 1)
Lil Buck & The Top Cats - "Monkey In A Sack"
Pieces Of Peace - "Pass It On"
Robert Lowe - "Put Your Legs Up High"
Ruth Davis - "I Need Money"
Melvin Lastie & Harold Battiste with Cornell Dupree - "Ignant"
Johnny Otis Show - "Comin At Ya Baby"
Willard Burton & The Pacifiers - "Warm The Pot (Til it's Good & Hot)"
Joe Houston - "Mr Big H"
Preston Epps - "Funky Bongo"
Irene Reid - "Dirty Ole Man"
 in stock $10.90
90 Degrees Of Shade: Hot Jump Up Island Sounds From The Caribbean Volume 2
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Cat: SJRLP 2902. Rel: 04 Nov 14
Count Lasha & His Calypsonians - "Perseverance"
Tito Puente - "Swingin' Mambo"
The Duke Of Iron - "Fifty Cents"
Katherine Dunham presents The Singing Gods - "Maiz"
Fajardoy Sus Estrellas - "El Aguardiente"
The Eloise Trio - "Anna Macao"
Lord Fly & The Dan Williams Orchestra - "Whai, Whai, Whai"
Gina Martin - "Omo Belli"
Billo's Caracas Boys - "Bombele"
King Scratch - "Liza See Me Here"
Cortijo Y Su Combo - "Con La Punta Del Pie Teresa"
The Calypso Steel O Rama Band - "Java"
Super Ensemble Nemours Jn Baptiste - "Rinmin Ce Folie"
Lord Lebby & The Jamaican Calypsonians - "Dr Kinsey Report"
Celia Cruz - "Yembe Laroco"
 in stock $25.70
Funky Chicken: Belgian Grooves From The 70s Part 2
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Cat: SDBANLP 02. Rel: 05 Nov 14
Chicken Curry & His Pop Percussion Orchestra - "Malaria Fever"
Amadeo - "Memories"
El Chicles - "Funky Chicken"
Plus - "Put Everything Together"
The Mol Percussion Band - "Tileto"
Cos - "Viva Boma"
Rene Costy & His Orchestra - "Scrable"
The Rapture - "Pop In Three"
Doug Lucas - "One For You"
Hein Huysmans Kwintet - "Marakesh"
Placebo - "Humpty Dumpty"
Leo Cavallo - "Smoke"
Chakachas - "Turtle Soup"
Super Funk Special - "Lord Funk"
 in stock $36.32
Disco Reggae Vol 3
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Cat: STIX 046. Rel: 03 Oct 17
Taggy Matcher - "Disco Illusion" (5:55)
7 Samurai - "Shake It Dub" (feat Alicia "Blue Eyez" Smith - extended 12" version) (7:33)
The Dynamics - "Feel Like Makin Love" (4:44)
Lucas Arruda - "Melt The Night" (Mato Reggae remix) (5:21)
The Dynamics - "Miss You" (extended disco version) (6:54)
Rosemary Martins - "Love To Love You Baby" (5:32)
Taggy Matcher - "Cantaloupe Island" (5:27)
Mato - "Movin' In The Right Direction" (3:37)
Taggy Matcher - "Big Fun" (5:01)
 in stock $29.61
Nigeria 70: Sweet Times Afro Funk Highlife & Juju From 1970s Lagos
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Cat: STRUT 079LP. Rel: 13 May 11
Moneyman & The Super 5 International - "Life"
Ali Chukwumah & His Peace Makers International - "Henrietta"
Bola Johnson & His Easy Life Top Beats - "E Ma S'eka"
Dr Victor Olaiya's International All-Stars - "Kinrinjingbin"
Zeal Onyia & His Music - "Idegbani"
Sina Bakare - "Inu Mimo"
Eji Oyewole - "Unity Of Africa"
Tunde Mabadu - "Viva Disco" (instrumental)
The Don Isaac Ezekiel Combination - "Ire"
Etubom Rex Williams & His Nigerian Artistes - "Ama Mbre Ewa"
Soki Ohale's Uzzi - "Bisi's Beat"
Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey & His International Brothers - "Ajoyio"
 in stock $17.05
Light & Sound Of Mogadishu (remastered)
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Cat: AFR7LP 01. Rel: 20 Sep 17
Sharero Band - "Yaan Cuskanaa" (3:56)
Sharero Band - "Caashooy" (4:40)
Sharero Band - "Sharero" (2:35)
Ahmed Rabsha & Hibbo Nuura - "Bo Hol You" (4:04)
Magool - "Wa'ly Sita" (11:19)
Magool - "Shimbir Yohou" (6:51)
 in stock $24.32
Early Works: Funk Soul & Afro Rarities From The Archives
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Cat: ATA 019. Rel: 28 May 20
Cleveland Freckleton - "The Flip" (2:51)
The Sorcerers - "Cave Of Brahma" (3:39)
The Harmony Society - "Brother Move On" (4:01)
The Lamplighters - "London Station" (3:08)
The Sorcerers - "Elephant" (3:55)
The Reverend Barrington Stanley - "Cookie Jar" (5:01)
The Sorcerers - "The Terror" (3:55)
Ivan Von Engelberger's Asteroid - "Thought Forms" (4:13)
The Lamplighters - "Moscow Central" (4:05)
The Mandatory Eight - "Sucker Punch" (3:19)
The Yorkshire Film & Television Orchestra - "Hawkshaw Philly" (3:26)
The Cadets - "What We Are Made Of" (3:46)
Review: Back in 2014, Here & Now Records released a sampler for an as-yet unfounded Leeds-based label called ATA Records. The compilation featured "rare soul, funk and Afro" tracks from friends and regular bandmates Neil Innes and Pete Williams under a variety of pseudonyms. ATA emerged a year later, so to celebrate the label's imminent fifth birthday, ATA chiefs Innes and Williams have decided to reissue the compilation under a tweaked title. There's much to enjoy throughout, from the sweaty, James Brown-inspired "The Flip" and the breezy, easy listening-influenced soul shuffle of "Brother Move On", to the deep funk hustle of "Cookie Jar" and the Mod-style soundtrack slowness of "Moscow Central".
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 in stock $28.50
The Best Of Jicco Funk Vol 1
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Cat: DTW 006. Rel: 21 Feb 20
Jah Children - "Giving Love To Your Fellow Men" (5:20)
The Combats - "Rock On" (4:30)
Black Gold - "I Want You" (5:35)
Freedom Family - "Africa My Father's Land" (5:18)
The Combats - "Let's Get Together" (4:30)
The Sea Men International - "Satan Don Come Across" (5:52)
Felix Lebarty's Gang - "Port Harcourt Girls" (5:20)
Jimmy Sky & The Gaylords - "World Need Peace" (5:26)
 in stock $30.16
Jamaican Rare Groove: Rare Funky Songs From Jamaica
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Cat: 343091 6. Rel: 18 May 23
Jamaica Girls - "Rock The Beat" (5:47)
Denroy Morgan - "High On Your Love" (6:14)
The Jiving Juniors - "Sugar Dandy" (2:18)
Chico Booth & The Upsetters - "The Shimmy" (2:25)
Lloyd Williams - "Funky Beat" (2:39)
Tommy McCook & The Supersonics - "Work Your Soul" (2:59)
Owen Gray - "Something To Remind Me" (3:25)
Stranger & Patsy - "Give Me The Right" (3:12)
Vernon Vermont - "Too Late" (3:57)
Jimmy James - "Come To Me Softly" (2:54)
Pat Kelly - "Try To Remember" (2:18)
Ronald Russell - "Rhythm Hips" (2:49)
Denroy Morgan - "Happy Feeling" (7:36)
Marcia Griffiths - "Everything I Own" (4:01)
Norma Lee - "Hurt" (2:49)
The Downbeats - "Thinkin' Of You" (1:57)
Laris McLennon - "Turn Me Loose" (2:55)
Jimmy James & The Vagabonds - "Hey Girl" (2:51)
Adiche - "Chuka-ja (Get Ready)" (6:56)
Norma Lee - "Rolling On" (3:16)
Phyllis Dillon - "Humpty Dumpty" (2:28)
Hoagy Benson - "Kangaro" (2:34)
Sugar Simone - "Take It Easy" (3:06)
Maynell Wilson - "Motown Feeling" (3:32)
 in stock $31.02
Soul Seduction: The Mood Mosaic Vol 13
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Cat: MMR 52024CDD. Rel: 30 Aug 24
OV Wright - "Let's Straighten It Out"
The Lost Generation - "This Is The Lost Generation"
Leon Haywood - "Want' A Do Something Freaky To You"
Flowers - "For Real"
Starvue - "Body Fusion"
Hipnotic - "Are You Lonely"
Love Unlimited - "Midnight Groove"
Herbie Hancock - "Stars In Your Eyes"
Celi Bee & The Buzzy Bunch - "Closer Closer"
Morris Wilson - "Put Your Foot On The Ground"
Kathi Baker - "Feel The Heat"
 in stock $17.05
Sensational Jazz '70 Vol 1-2
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Sensational Jazz '70 Vol 1-2 (gatefold 2xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: HMJY 209/210. Rel: 23 Aug 24
Toshiyuki Miyama & The New Herd - "Twilight In Nemu" (10:31)
Itaru Oki Trio - "Mood" (10:19)
Terumasa Hino Quintet & George Ohtsuka - "Toko" (10:14)
Mototeru Takagi Trio - "Four Units" (9:16)
Akira Ishikawa & Count Buffaloes - "Blue Soul" (8:19)
Hiroshi Suzuki Sextet - "Mira" (13:04)
Jiro Inagaki & His Soul Media - "Score" (8:27)
Takeshi Inomata & Sound LTD - "Mustache" (8:50)
Review: These unreleased recordings from 1970 are an absolute treasure for soul jazz aficionados. Serving as an essential companion to the originally released Vol.1/2 recordings, they offer a dreamlike experience that you never want to end. Fuzzed-out guitars intertwine with raunchy organs and powerful brass blasts, all guided by the steady pulse of the drums. Sony Japan has truly delivered with this release and offer it up with outstanding recording quality that captures every nuance and emotion of the music. It's a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the raw energy and creativity of this era so is a must-have addition to any music collection.
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 in stock $57.85
The Return Of The Funk Soul Sisters
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Cat: BGP2 170. Rel: 01 Jan 90
Honey & The Bees - "Love Addict"
Martha & The Vandellas - "Easily Persuaded"
Little Rose Little - "Family Tree"
Miss Jackie Moore - "Who Told You"
Thats How I Feel - "The Sisters Of Righteous"
Patti Jo - "Ain't No Love"
Tommie Young - "Thats All Part Of Loving Him"
Annette Snell - "Love Connection"
Harolyn Montgomery - "Gotta Get Away"
Elsie Mae - "Do You Really Want To Rescue Me"
Jeannie Dee - "Two Heads Are Better Than One"
Millie Jackson - "Hypocrisy"
The Ebonettes - "Just A Mistake"
Gloria Taylor - "Grounded Part 1"
TV Mama Jean - "Women's Liberation"
Betty Moorer - "It's My Thing"
Inez/Charlie Foxx & Their Mockin' Band - "Speed Ticket"
Little Rose Little - "He's What I Need"
Marie Adams & Three Tons Of Joy - "Get On Up & Do It Baby (Try It You'll Like It)"
Jean Knight - "Jesse Joe (You Got To Go)"
 in stock $23.19
Groove Of ESSR II: Funk Soul Disco & Jazz From Estonia
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Cat: FER 008. Rel: 09 Feb 23
Eesti TV & Raadio Estraadiorkester - "Meie Aeg" (instrumental) (4:04)
Marju Kuut & Apelsin - "Maskeraad" (3:01)
Laine - "Nuud On Mul Muusika" (3:32)
Raivo Parind & Eufoonia - "Hei, Paike!" (3:55)
Jaan Kumani Instrumentaalansambel - "Mind Veel Ei Ole" (instrumental short version) (3:21)
Collage & Apelsin - "Memme Vaev" (5:32)
Magnetic Band - "Liiklus" (2:42)
Ulle Ernits & Admiral - "Ma Tahan Olla Siin" (2:31)
Eesti TV & Raadio Estraadiorkester - "Malestus" (short version) (4:47)
Teravik - "Hoia Ennast Koos" (4:12)
Els Himma - "Veerev Paev" (3:14)
Pirita - "On See Hea" (instrumental) (4:30)
Review: There could have been no better way to escape the Soviet than through the music of the Groove of ESSR compilation series which now returns with a second volume. This time Funk Embassy serves up 11 cuts from between 1973 and 1984 and they are a mix of dance floor-ready sounds and more pensive material for somewhere else. Most of these tunes are getting their first-ever release here and the 12" comes with a 30-page booklet featuring some great background as well as thoughts from some of the artists. The likes of likes Gilles Peterson and DJ Tahira played tunes from the first one which tells you how good this series is.
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 in stock $25.43
Sampladelia 2022
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Cat: EF 86. Rel: 11 Apr 23
Oscar Martos - "Puro Mani" (feat Skiny B) (3:10)
Hip Horns Brass Collective - "The Dream" (feat RAE) (3:26)
Subelojavi - "Perdido En Ti" (feat Dabeat) (3:27)
Escandaloso Xposito/Gravy - "Bailar" (3:41)
Telmo Fernandez/The Latin Soul Beat - "El Maldecido" (5:14)
Marco Fonktana - "Ni Se Compra Ni Se Vende 2022 Con Aiala" (3:49)
Primera Mirada - "Bailando Sola" (4:41)
Astrid Canales - "Nada Nuevo" (feat Juan Arance) (3:34)
Jvera - "Sun Comes Up" (feat Juno) (4:33)
Billie Sings Soul - "Love Me Or Leave Me" (4:40)
 in stock $25.99
Mr Bongo Record Club Volume Four
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Cat: MRBLP 217. Rel: 20 Nov 20
The Modern Tropical Quintet - "Midnight In Moscow" (4:28)
James Reese & The Progressions - "Throwing Stones" (Kenny Dope mix) (5:21)
Cindy & The Playmates - "Don't Stop This Train" (3:14)
Carnival - "Eyes Growing Wider" (4:20)
Azwon - "Paradise Island" (5:25)
Carlos Puebla, Santiago Martinez & Pedro Sosa - "Sun Sun Damba E" (3:50)
Pepe Sanchez Y Su Rock-Band - "Sentimiento" (5:00)
DJ Format & The Simonsound - "The Peruvian" (3:42)
Hamlet Minassian - "Al Elnim" (6:10)
Idrissa Soumaoro & L'Eclipse De L' IJA - "Nissodia" (Mike D remix) (4:04)
Teaspoon Ndelu - "Sputla" (7:01)
The Mombasa Vikings - "Mama Matotoya" (3:35)
Lincoln - "Amanha O Tempo Muda" (3:04)
Don Ricardo - "Sonho Lindo" (2:33)
Ze Roberto - "Lotus 72 D" (fast) (3:03)
Wax Machine - "Extralude" (Wyndham Earl More-Than-An interlude remix) (4:27)
Matty - "Selfportrait" (7:15)
Review: Since launching in 2016, Mr Bongo's Record Club compilation series has provided three essential volumes of personal favourites - many obscure and hard-to-find - selected by the label's in-house team of crate-digging DJs. Volume four is naturally every bit as essential as its' predecessors, offering an enticing mixture of Brazilian, African, soul, funk and disco with not a suspect selection in sight. This time round, they've chosen to include contemporary music as well as dusty old gems, with highlights including Kenny Dope's delicious rework of the soul-jazz positivity of 'Throwing Stones' by James Reese and the Progressions, the fast version of Ze Roberto's 1973 MPB classic 'Lotus 72D' and the samba-folk wonder that is Matthew Tavares' 2019 gem 'Self Portrait'.
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タグ: African | Brazilian
 in stock $24.03
The Mood Mosaic Vol 5: Supervixens A 70's Modal Collection
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Cat: MMR 50523. Rel: 23 May 23
William Goldstein - "Midnight Rapsody" (5:55)
Marta Acuna - "Dance, Dance, Dance" (6:08)
Touchdown - "Ease Your Mind" (5:50)
Mona Rae - "Do Me" (5:41)
Roundtree - "Get On Up" (6:37)
Hiroshima - "Lion Dance" (5:38)
Black Devil - "Follow Me" (5:03)
Tony Valor - "Ma Mo Ah" (5:01)
Sylvia - "The Lollipop Man" (4:49)
Chain Reaction - "Dance Freak" (7:25)
Super Jay - "Super Jay Love Theme" (6:32)
Review: First released way back in 1997, The Mood Mosaic compilations found good traction not merely for their compiling of many lesser-known dark/Italo disco artists into singular compilations, but also for their use of implicitly sexual imagery on their front covers - a business-minded pairing, to say the least. This reissue harks back to the comp's enduring legacy, with lackadaisical classics including Marta Acuna's 'Dance, Dance, Dance', Touchdown's 'Ease Your Mind' and Black Devil's 'Follow Me' all appearing in quick succession.
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 in stock $35.49
Superbad (Soundtrack)
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Superbad (Soundtrack) (limited translucent red & black vinyl LP (side 4 screen printed) (indie exclusive))
Cat: 760137 858010. Rel: 01 Jan 90
Lyle Workman - "Super What?" (4:07)
The Bar-Kays - "Too Hot To Stop" (3:29)
Lyle Workman - "Seth Pulls Into Lot" (2:42)
Lyle Workman - "Cops See Fogel's ID/Seth Saves Evan" (1:47)
Jean Knight - "Do Me" (2:50)
Lyle Workman - "Flashback Party Weekend" (3:31)
Curtis Mayfield - "PS I Love You" (3:55)
Lyle Workman - "Evan Runs" (1:46)
Lyle Workman - "Sleeping Bags" (3:25)
Lyle Workman - "Like A Pimp" (2:08)
The Roots - "Here I Come" (4:13)
Lyle Workman - "Seth Runs On Track" (1:11)
Rick James - "Bustin' Out (On Funk)" (5:20)
Lyle Workman - "Evan's Basement Jam" (3:34)
Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 - "Roda" (2:28)
Lyle Workman - "Goldslick/Seth Fantasy" (0:55)
The Bar-Kays - "Soul Finger" (2:22)
Lyle Workman - "Funk McLovin" (3:24)
 in stock $42.46
Stone Soul: The Origins Of Sly & The Family Stone
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Stone Soul: The Origins Of Sly & The Family Stone (LP + booklet limited to 300 copies)
Cat: RG 005. Rel: 28 Jul 23
Sly & The Family Stone - "I Can't Turn You Loose" (3:26)
Sly - "For Real" (3:03)
Freddie & The Stone Souls - "LSD" (2:44)
Sly & The Family Stone - "Life Of Fortune & Fame" (3:25)
Sly Freddie & Rose - "You Really Got Me" (3:49)
Freddie & The Stone Souls - "Something About You" (2:11)
The Heavenly Tones - "He's Alright" (3:09)
Sly & The Family Stone - "Man Does Not Live" (3:39)
Sly & The Family Stone - "I Ain't Got Nobody (For Real)" (2:39)
Freddie & The Stone Souls - "Superfunk" (3:09)
Sly & The Family Stone - "Take My Advice" (2:17)
Rose - "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" (3:01)
Freddie & The Stone Souls - "Ain't Too Proud To Beg" (1:30)
The Heavenly Tones - "Lord Do Something For Me" (2:35)
 in stock $36.87
Mr Bongo Record Club Volume 7
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Cat: MRBCD 304. Rel: 04 Oct 24
Dudu Moraes - "Eloia"
Yvette - "Upa Neguinho"
As Sublimes - "Mangueira E Cancao"
Os Panteras - "O Espaco"
Chico Evangelista - "Frutas & Linguas"
Roman Andren - "Captain's Sword"
Gitte & Inger - "Ud Af Buret (Can't Hide Love)"
Truth & Devotion - "Bless My Soul"
Judson Moore - "Everybody Push & Pull"
Willy Chirino - "Africa"
Chain Reaction - "Search For Tomorrow"
Claude Jay - "Find Your Light"
The Shades Of Love - "Come Inside"
The Duncans - "Too Damn Hot"
Thandi Zulu & The Young Five - "Love Games" (edit)
Tony Wilson - "Hangin' Out In Space" (dub mix)
JC Lodge - "In Between The Sheets"
Soyuz - "Spring Has Sprung" (feat Asha Puthli & Sven Wunder)
Bill Withers & Studio Rio - "Lovely Day"
Review: By now, we should know exactly what to expect from Mr Bongo's superb Record Club series of compilations: inspired selections, across a range of complimentary styles, from the esteemed label's staff and roster of in-house DJs. Predictably, volume seven is another must-check treat, with the plentiful highlights including the sun-soaked samba shuffle of Yvette's 'Upa Neghuino', the jazzy MPB excellence of 'O Espaco' by Os Panteras, the joyous and spiritual dancefloor soul-jazz of Roman Andren's 'Captain's Sword', the gritty funk-rock of Truth & Devotion ('Bless My Soul'), the heavy disco of 'Come Inside' by The Shades of Love, the self-explanatory (but hard to pigeonhole) brilliance of Tony Wilson's 'Hangin' Out In Space (dub mix)' and the hard-to-find excellence of JC Lodge's 'In Between The Sheets', a far-sighted Jamaican street soul jam from 1993.
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 in stock $13.69
TK Breaks 101
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Cat: TKB 001. Rel: 27 Jan 25
Timmy Thomas - "Why Can't We Live Together" (4:36)
Gwen McCrae - "90% Of Me Is You" (2:49)
Facts Of Life - "Givin' Me Your Love" (3:50)
Peter Brown - "Dance With Me" (5:22)
T-Connection - "Groove To Get Down" (4:09)
Clarence Reid - "Living Together Is Keeping Us Apart" (3:02)
Raw Soul Express - "Dedicate All My Love" (3:55)
Milton Wright - "Keep It Up" (4:07)
Betty Wright - "Clean Up Woman" (2:44)
Robin Kenyatta - "You" (5:14)
Review: 'Breaks' compilations featuring classic funk, soul and disco cuts with drum-breaks that could be doubled-up or sampled by DJs and producers, were once a mainstay of hip-hop culture. These days, far fewer are released, making this excellent collection of break-sporting gems from legendary Miami label T.K Records (and its T.K Disco offshoot) a pleasing development. Regardless of whether you're a hip-hop turntablist or not, there are tons of bona fide classics on show, from the impassioned call for peace that is Timmy Thomas's peerless 'Why Can't We Live Together' and the bubbly, reggae-tinged disco brilliance of Peter Brown's 'Dance With Me', to the regularly-sampled soul wonder that is Betty Wright's 'Clean Up Woman' and the strings-and-synths-laden excellence of 'Keep It Up' by Milton Wright.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
 in stock $40.22
Reference Point
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Reference Point (unmixed CD)
Cat: BBE 651CCD. Rel: 28 Sep 23
Jeff Scott - "Mystery Of You"
Caixa Cubo - "Palavras"
Peter Gallway - "I Had A Friend"
Bell Helium - "We Don't Have To Talk About It"
Litto Nebbia & Los Musicos Del Centro - "Como Aprendi A Soportar Tus Inseguridades"
Joe Thomas - "A Place In Space"
Crosswind - "Heaven"
Bugs Beddow - "Life"
Astronauts, Etc - "I Know" (demo version)
JR Quintet - "Factory Rhythms"
MF Robots - "Make The Call" (extended version)
April Fulladosa - "For Us"
Kirk Reed - "California" (Shawn Lee mix)
The Ambassador College Band & New World Singers - "Smile Upon Your Brother"
John Standefer & Friends - "Easter Suite" (edit)
 in stock $13.25
Holy Church Of The Ecstatic Soul: A Higher Power Gospel Soul & Funk At The Crossroads 1971-83
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Cat: SJRCD 522. Rel: 21 Sep 23
Andrae Crouch & The Disciples - "Satisfied"
Shirley Caesar - "Jesus Children Of America"
The Meditation Singers - "Trouble's Brewin'"
The Clark Sisters - "You Bought The Sunshine"
Dorothy Norwood - "Let Your Feet Down Easy"
Shirley Caesar - "Jesus Is Coming"
Swan Silvertones - "If You Believe Your God Is Dead"
The Alvin Darling Ensemble - "Is There Anybody Here?"
Roscoe Robinson - "There's A Creator"
Destiny - "Nothing Can Stop Me Now"
The Meditation Singers - "Good Old Gospel Music"
Keith Barrow - "Everything Is Gonna Be Alright"
Roscoe Robinson - "Elijah"
Dyson's Faces - "Till I've Got This Feelin' Of Love"
The Violinaires - "The Upper Way"
Leomia Boyd & The Gospel Music Makers - "Higher In Jesus' Love"
Keith Barrow - "The Right Road Now"
 in stock $12.85
Funky Funky New Orleans Vol 7
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Cat: DELLP 0091. Rel: 02 Nov 23
Buck Sinegal - "Little Boy Blue" (2:33)
Chuck Conway & The Amars - "Get On Up" (part 1) (2:36)
Deacon John - "You Don't Know How To Turn Me On" (2:33)
Brotherhood - "Sooky Feeling" (part 2) (3:19)
Tommy Ridgley - "Fly In My Pie" (3:09)
Lonnie Jones - "You Got To Do Better" (2:54)
Sam Henry - "Loving You" (3:24)
Anthony Butler & The Invaders - "Hard To Handle" (2:50)
Larry Jones - "Funky Jaws" (3:49)
Tyrone Chestnut - "Bumping" (1:30)
Eddie Bo - "Getting To The Middle" (part 2) (2:46)
Lousiana Purchase - "Accept What You Expect" (3:04)
The Scram Band - "Don't Change Nothin'" (3:15)
Eddie Bo & The Soul Finders - "If It's Good To You, It's Good For You" (5:06)
 in stock $30.16
Touch: The Sublime Sound Of Yuji Ohno
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Cat: WWSCD 80. Rel: 23 Nov 23
Subterranean Futari Botchi
Silhouette
I Wish You Love
Kirameku Inner Space
Speak Low
Lilac Gai No Aki
I Want To Be Happy
The Soaring Seagull
Mouichido Kikasete
 in stock $18.44
Touch: The Sublime Sound Of Yuji Ohno
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Cat: WWSLP 80. Rel: 26 Oct 23
Nanako Sato - "Subterraean Futari Botchi" (3:18)
You & The Explosion Band - "Silhouette" (4:11)
Hatsumi Shibata - "I Wish You Love" (3:24)
Yuji Ohno & Galaxy - "Kirameku Inner Space" (3:17)
Ann Young & Yuji Ohno Trio - "Speak Low" (5:07)
Ken Tanaki - "Lilac-Gai No Aki" (3:46)
Mieko Hirota - "I Want To Be Happy" (3:38)
Electric Keyboard Orchestra - "The Soaring Seagull" (4:41)
Hatusmi Shibata - "Mouchido Kikasete" (4:50)
 in stock $34.37
Wigan Casino Classics 1973-2023
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Cat: CC 50LP. Rel: 10 Nov 23
The MVP's - "Turnin' My Heartbeat Up" (2:15)
Major Lance - "You Don't Want Me No More" (2:12)
Paul Anka - "I Can't Help Lovin' You" (2:37)
The Vibrations - "'Cause You're Mine" (2:12)
Laura Greene - "Moonlight Music In You" (2:30)
Lou Edwards & Today's People - "Talkin' 'Bout Poor Folks Thinkin' 'Bout My Folks" (3:11)
The Seven Souls - "I Still Love You" (2:24)
Dana Valery - "You Don't Know Where Your Interest Lies" (2:15)
Shane Martin - "I Need You" (2:03)
The Metros - "Since I Found My Baby" (2:26)
Sandi Sheldon - "You're Gonna Make Me Love You" (2:49)
Lorraine Chandler - "I Can't Change" (2:21)
Lou Courtney - "Trying To Find My Woman" (2:22)
Johnny Robinson - "Gone But Not Forgotten" (2:21)
 in stock $27.67
The Sound Of New York City 1975-1983
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Cat: DEMREC 1214. Rel: 22 Feb 24
Gary's Gang - "Keep On Dancin'" (7:05)
John Davis & The Monster Orchestra - "I Can't Stop" (album version) (5:06)
Rhyze - "I Found Love In You" (5:40)
The Evasions - "The Wikka Wrap" (8:39)
Greg Henderson - "Dreamin'" (7:23)
Vicky 'D' - "This Beat Is Mine" (5:52)
Convertion - "Let's Do It" (6:30)
Komiko - "Feel Alright" (5:58)
John Davis & The Monster Orchestra - "Love Magic" (7:39)
Gary's Gang - "Let Lovedance Tonight" (6:39)
Lucy Hawkins - "Gotta Get Out Of Here" (5:49)
Mike & Brenda Sutton - "Anyway You Want My Love" (6:21)
John Davis & The Monster Orchestra - "Up Jumped The Devil" (5:35)
KID - "Hupendi Muzik Wangu?! (You Don’t Like My Music)" (8:42)
Steve Shelto - "Don't You Give Your Love Away" (6:36)
Glen Adams Affair - "Just A Groove" (single edit) (3:00)
Review: Alongside Salsoul and West End, SAM Records - established by Sam Weiss in NYC in 1975 - was one of the definitive labels of the original disco era. This indispensable double-vinyl retrospective showcases the most significant and successful releases in the label's killer catalogue, moving between breathlessly brilliant and over-the-top 'proper disco' (think John Davis & Monster Orchestra's 'I Can't Stop', K.I.D's sensational 'Happendi Muzik Wangu? (You Don't Like My Music)' and Gary's Gang's 'Keep On Dancin' and 'Lets Lovedance Tonight'), boogie-era brilliance (Vicky D's electrofunk stable 'This Beat Is Mine', Glen Adams Affair's 'Just a Groove', Koniko's synth-heavy 'Feel Alright'), and lesser-celebrated all-time anthems (Conversion's 'Let's Do It', Steve Shielto's 'Don't You Give Your Love Away'). The epitome of 'all killer, no filler').
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
 in stock $32.14
This Is DJ's Choice Volume 4: Gu
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Cat: UNIQ 3111. Rel: 29 Feb 24
The Sweet Vandals - "Too Much" (4:23)
Diesler - "Revelations" (Jazz Invaders remix) (4:28)
The Bamboos - "Get In The Scene" (feat Ohmega Watts) (4:21)
Naomi Davis & The Knights Of Forty First Street - "Forty First Street Breakdowne" (3:26)
Eli Goulart E Banda Do Mato - "Sunny" (3:32)
Daddy-O - "Drumma Man" (2:58)
The Supersonics - "The Chosen One" (3:53)
Sharon Jackson & The Soul Destroyers - "Fakin' It" (3:48)
Carlton Jumel Smith & Cold Diamond & Mink - "Remember Me" (4:09)
Jay Are - "It's Jay Are" (feat Tiffany Page) (3:24)
Review: This Is DJ's Choice, Vol. 4 is another showcase of diverse funk sounds from various artists that blend genres and styles into something packed with potency. The whole thing is well programmed so that is plays out like a set, too, with everything from soulful melodies to infectious beats. The album spans funk, jazz, reggae, and electronic music that is perfect for parties or playlist additions alike. The Bamboos's 'Get In The Scene' (feat Ohmega Watts) is a nice lithe sound, The Supersonics brings some big brass energy on 'The Chosen One' and Sharon Jackson & The Soul Destroyers keep it raw with 'Fakin' It'.
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 in stock $27.94
Luxury Soul 2024
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Luxury Soul 2024 (unmixed 3xCD)
Cat: CDBEXP 24. Rel: 10 Jan 24
Brian Power - "Sometimes" (feat Cornell CC Carter)
Robert Imtume Owens - "Elementary"
Ronnie Herel & Kenny Thomas - "The Sun Will Rise Again"
Stokes & Machine - "Freeway" (feat Cleveland Jones - Soul-Jazz mix)
Mike Lindup - "Could It Really Be?" (feat Tony Momrelle & Alex Wilson)
Will Downing - "What Part Of My Love"
Natasha Watts - "Right The Wrong"
Zaimie - "Hidden Highs"
Shaila Prospere - "Keep On Giving" (remix)
Con Funk Shun - "Smooth"
Kloud 9 - "Don't Stop" (feat Kenya)
The Requestors - "Love Has To Be Easy" (feat Vivienne McKone)
Robert Gee - "Whatcha Gonna Do"
Patrice Isley - "Harvest For The World"
Steven Thad - "Do You Remember?"
Natalie Duncan - "Are You Getting Enough"
Carol Riddick - "I Love Me Too"
R Cory Johnson - "The Meaning Of Love" (feat QrownViq & Rick Watford)
The Paradise Projex - "Here & Now" (Magic Nite remix)
Victor Haynes - "Step With Me"
Kea - "We Made It Thru"
Tyrone Lee - "Soul'N'Samba"
Dawn Joseph - "Imitation Love" (Georgie B remix)
Narada Michael Walden - "Baby Let's Go" (Soul version)
Heather Haywood & Sugar Rainbow - "Think About"
The Groove Association - "No Regrets" (feat Georgie B & Deborah Bell)
Paulette McWilliams - "Tell Me You Love Me"
Lynn Davis - "Beautiful You"
Felece Tillman - "Brighter Love"
Hil St Soul - "Together"
Kr8iv 4ce - "Treat Me Right" (feat Linda Muriel Of Afrosymphony)
Sheree Brown - "I'd Rather Be In Love With You (The Sax Way)"
Castella - "Intoxicated Love"
Julian Jonah - "If You Wanna Know (What's Missing)" (feat Dutch Robinson)
Rose Spearman & The Soul Connection - "I Found Love" (Soul City remix)
Review: The UK's number one independent soul label Expansion Records commences each year with the label's most anticipated collection, Luxury Soul. The success of the series comes down to the quality of tracks sourced from independent soul artists, focusing on the major and emergent names of the year - this time including Will Downing, Con Funk Shun and Narada Michael Walden. For many of the 35 tracks featured on the compilation, this is the first time they'll have ever appeared on CD, having landed in the soul charts either at number one or in the top ten over the last 12 months. Further exclusives include The Requestors feat. Vivienne McKone, Kloud 9 feat. Kenya, and The Paradise Projex with an exclusive mix of 'Here & Now'. The release is to coincide with the Luxury Soul Weekender in January 2024, and includes tracks by three artists performing live at the event.
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Played by: Pete Haigh
 in stock $22.08
Eccentric Soul: The Tragar & Note Labels
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Eccentric Soul: The Tragar & Note Labels (gatefold hotlanta orange marbled vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: NUM 020LPC1. Rel: 29 Feb 24
Tee Fletcher - "Down In The Country" (2:13)
Bill Wright - "You Got A Spell On Me" (2:11)
Eula Cooper - "Shake Daddy Shake" (1:51)
The Knights - "Tipping Strings" (2:04)
L Daniels - "Nitecap" (2:18)
Frankie & Robert - "Sweet Thing" (1:46)
Franciene Thomas - "I'll Be There" (2:00)
Richard Cook - "Somebody Got'a Help Me" (2:08)
Frankie & Robert - "Love (It's Been So Long)" (1:59)
The Knights - "The Hump" (2:08)
Chuck Wilder - "The Clown" (2:37)
Tokay Lewis - "Who Wants Me Now" (2:10)
Nathan Wilkes - "Now That I'm Wise" (3:25)
Langston & French - "Tumbling Down" (2:12)
Eula Cooper - "Heavenly Father" (2:15)
Tokay Lewis - "What Can The Matter Be" (2:23)
Richard Cook - "Love Is So Mean" (2:40)
Bill Wright - "You're The Only Thing I've Got Going For Me" (2:58)
Sonia Ross - "Every Now & Then" (2:39)
Sandy Gaye - "Watch The Dog That Bring The Bone" (2:16)
Bobby Owens & The Diplomats - "Messing Around" (3:43)
Bill Wright - "How Can I Hit The Ball" (3:09)
Tee Fletcher - "All Because Of You" (2:16)
Eula Cooper - "Standing By Love" (2:24)
Four Tracks - "Charade" (3:03)
The Young Divines - "Deep In Your Heart" (2:50)
Eula Cooper - "I Need You More" (3:02)
Chuck Wilder - "Why" (1:54)
Sonia Ross - "Let Me Be Free" (1:50)
Eula Cooper - "Try" (2:13)
Young Divines - "Ain't That Sharp" (3:44)
Franciene Thomas - "Too Beautiful To Be Good" (2:36)
Sonia Ross - "Breaking My Heart" (2:31)
Four Tracks - "You Mean Everything To Me" (4:15)
Review: Eccentric Soul: The Tragar & Note Labels is yet another superb journey into the lesser-known realms of soul music curated by one of our faves, the Numero Group. This particular compilation unearths rare gems from the Tragar and Note labels and offers a glimpse into the vibrant soul scenes of the 1960s and 1970s. From raw and gritty performances to polished and sophisticated arrangements, each track tells a unique story of love, loss, and perseverance. With soulful vocals, infectious grooves, and lush instrumentation, the album captures the essence of a bygone era while remaining relevant and compelling to contemporary listeners. Essentially, it's a treasure trove of forgotten classics waiting to be rediscovered.
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 in stock $38.28
Wagadu Grooves: The Hypnotic Sound Of Camara 1987-2016
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Cat: HTML 010. Rel: 14 Feb 24
Mamadou Tangoudia - "Kori" (7:43)
Halima Kissima Toure - "Koolo Fune" (4:30)
Lassana Hawa Cissokho - "Nogome" (7:39)
Hadja Soumano - "Nteri Diaba" (6:32)
Nainy Diabate - "Sankoy Djeli" (4:56)
Mah Kouyate - "Soso" (7:16)
Halima Kissima Toure - "Alla Da Fo Na" (4:56)
Ami Traore - "Tenedo" (4:19)
Babani Kone - "Soyeba" (5:24)
Kaniba Oule Kouyate - "Songne Bela" (4:49)
Diaby Doua - "Bolinaame" (5:50)
Diobo Fode - "Yexu" (4:54)
Halima Kissima Toure - "Duna" (4:13)
Hadja Soumano - "Ayebo" (5:01)
Review: In 1977, Gaye Mody Camara, a young Soninke raised in Mali's Kayes region, settled in France to found his own empire modelled psychically after the great Soninko empire. Initially selling wax, kola nuts and other goods in his Parisian outlets, he rapidly started distributing cassette tapes and eventually producing a multitude of recordings for his own label, Camara Production. Crossing paths and collaborating over the next four decades with legendary artists, griots and industry moguls like Boncana Maiga and Jean-Philippe Rykiel, Camara became one of the great independent music producers of his generation, and a pillar of the Parisian Soninke diaspora. Released in close collaboration with Camara and with the assistance of Daouda N'diaye, one of A.P.S' (Association pour la Promotion de la langue et de la culture Soninke) historical members, this selection of songs and accompanying notes aim to shed a light on an intricate culture and its modern music, unjustifiably unknown outside of West Africa and the various diasporas around the world.
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タグ: African | Highlife | Zouk
 in stock $37.16
The Soul & Songs Of Young Curtis Mayfield: The Spirit Of Chicago (Record Store Day Black Friday RSD 2024)
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Cat: 726306 6. Rel: 02 Dec 24
Jerry Butler & The Impressions - "For Your Precious Love" (2:43)
The Impressions - "The Gift Of Love" (2:44)
The Impressions - "At The County Fair" (2:05)
The Impressions - "Senorita I Love You" (2:31)
The Impressions - "A Long Time Ago" (2:23)
The Impressions - "Let Me Know" (2:37)
The Impressions - "Young Lover" (2:10)
The Impressions - "That You Love Me" (2:42)
The Impressions - "A New Love" (2:09)
Jerry Butler - "I Found A Love" (2:11)
Jerry Butler - "He Will Break Your Heart" (2:48)
Jerry Butler - "Thanks To You" (2:42)
Jerry Butler - "Find Another Girl" (2:49)
Jerry Butler - "When Trouble Calls" (2:44)
Wade Flemons - "At The Party" (2:15)
Wade Flemons - "Devil In Your Soul" (2:26)
Jerry Butler - "I'm A Telling You" (2:19)
Jerry Butler - "Aware Of Love" (2:15)
Jerry Butler - "Isle Of Sirens" (2:51)
Jerry Butler - "I'm The One" (2:10)
Gene Chandler - "Rainbow" (2:53)
Gene Chandler - "Man's Temple" (2:43)
Jerry Butler - "A Woman With Soul" (2:11)
Jerry Butler - "Need To Belong" (2:57)
Jerry Butler - "I've Been Trying" (2:59)
Jerry Butler & Betty Everett - "Just Be True" (2:31)
Jerry Butler & Betty Everett - "It's All Right" (2:28)
 in stock $48.34
Psyched Out Grooves From Hungary 1969-1972
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Psyched Out Grooves From Hungary 1969-1972 (hand-numbered LP + insert limited to 300 copies)
Cat: BUBE 050. Rel: 02 Oct 24
Bergendy - "Randevum Lesz Delutan" (2:31)
Neoton - "Majd Ha Nem Leszek" (3:00)
Kek Csillag - "Ki Volt Ez Az Ember?" (3:27)
Meteor - "Kivanj Te Is Nekem Szep Joejszakat" (3:03)
Apostol - "Az Esti Utcan" (4:56)
Kex - "Elszallt Egy Hajo A Szelben" (3:48)
Non Stop - "Szelid Tuzek" (4:23)
Echo - "Boldogsagbol Epitettem" (2:37)
Juventus - "Egy Pont A Terben" (4:56)
Scampolo - "Levegoben" (3:13)
Review: Hungarian outfit Budabeats proudly present Psyched Out Grooves From Hungary (1969-72), their latest compilation tracking the emergence and sure formation of psychedelic rock in Hungary. In the label's own words, "there were barely any drugs in Hungary to begin with", and we take this to be precisely the point. Psychedelia isn't a state that should rely on drugs as a crutch: no, there was something already dormant, but primed for the teasing, in the Hungarian psyche, that lent to its acquired taste for psych in the 60s and 70s. With contributions from "an undercurrent of smaller, semi-professional bands" who persisted in the shadow of a select few huge names, who dominated by dint of their sponsorship by the one, state-owned major label, this comp betrays an insider's knowledge and then some, with highlights from Non-Stop, Sampolo, Neoton, Apostol and Kex standing out as peak-quality Hungarian psych, despite none of these bands ever receiving a breakthrough. Such songs and bands were "the exception, not the norm", the "illusion of a scene".
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 in stock $46.11
The Lowdown: A Catawba Records Story
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The Lowdown: A Catawba Records Story (limited gatefold orange vinyl LP)
Cat: CA 4000LP. Rel: 15 Apr 25
Maurice Starr - "You & Me" (5:12)
Eleanor Grant - "Don't Knock My Love" (4:06)
Leon Moses - "She's Too Serious" (5:12)
Dutch Robinson - "Lowdown" (7" mix) (3:43)
Silk - "Somethin' 'Bout The Way" (5:06)
Eleanor Grant - "Lovin' Your Good Thing Away" (5:43)
Jackie Moore & Wilson Pickett - "Seconds Of Your Love" (Satril 12" edit) (6:53)
The Fantastic Aleems - "Get Down Friday Night" (feat Leroy Burgess - 7" mix) (3:55)
Sandy Kerr - "Thug Rock" (Logan dub) (5:17)
Review: Catawba Records celebrates 40 years of influential music with The Lowdown: A Catawba Records Story. Founded by industry legend Richard Mack who helped launch icons like Earth, Wind & Fire and The Jacksons, this curated compilation from the label highlights Catawba's rich legacy in disco and soul with standout tracks from Maurice Starr, Dutch Robinson and The Fantastic Aleems. It takes in all manner of infectious grooves with throwback analogue drums sounds, brilliant keys and smooth vocals with plenty of rare edits, unreleased gems and more well-known but still timeless cuts. Favourites for us include the lithe and leggy Silk jam 'Somethin' 'Bout The Way' and the soul-drenched funk-disco of Jackie Moore & Wilson Pickett's 'Seconds Of Your Love'.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
 in stock $28.50
Groove Dingueries Vol 2
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Cat: BMM 099. Rel: 24 Mar 25
Mohs. - "BaIne" (4:19)
Allez Kiki Fermentation - "Service 3000H" (4:25)
Louis Fontaine - "Come Dire..." (feat Melissa Lesnie) (3:54)
Opek - "Bajes" (2:41)
Bombataz - "My Face On Your TV" (3:06)
Divorce From New York - "Flutes Echoes" (feat Arturo Garcia Martin) (5:08)
Kau - "Sting Like A Bee" (3:01)
NCY Milky Band - "High Speed Clouds" (instrumental) (3:56)
Namas - "Ops" (4:12)
The Natural Yogurt Band - "Balloons" (4:05)
 in stock $29.90
Nighttime Lovers Volume 35
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Cat: PTG 34260. Rel: 06 Jun 24
Shabazz - "Glad You're In My Life" (12" version)
Cottonmouth - "Treat You Kindly"
Josie James - "It's Now Or Never" (12" version)
Valerie Horton-Brown - "It Must Be Love"
Enchantment - "Give It Up"
Greg Henderson - "Dreamin'" (original 12" club mix)
Jaisun - "Keep It To Myself"
Ira Watson - "Breaking Away"
Sho-Nuff - "Hold On For Love"
Klymaxx - "I Wish You Would (Tell Me Something Good)"
Leroy Hutson - "Love You Down"
OT Sykes - "Stone Crush On You"
Steven & Sterling - "Don't Stop"
タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
 in stock $17.05
Masterpiece: The Ultimate Disco Funk Collection Vol 35
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Cat: PTG 34259. Rel: 11 Mar 24
Tammi Holt - "Fool For You"
Ben E King Jr With Cassandra - "You Are The Future"
Jo Ann Jones - "Share My Love" (club mix)
The Chequers - "If You Want My Love"
The Blackstones - "Nothing You Can Do About Love" (extended version)
Mark Mitchell - "Pretty Baby"
Rosetta Jefferson - "Sea Of Love"
David Sea - "Love COD"
Mel Strong - "Uptown Lady"
Scherrie Payne & Phillip Ingram - "Incredible" (dance mix)
Tanya Love - "Change" (long version)
Sargent Tucker - "Come See Me" (dance version)
Larry Baily - "Groove With Me"
Review: You'd think by the time any compilation series reached its 35th instalment, it would be scraping the barrel in terms of killer cuts to showcase. That's certainly not the case with the latest volume in the Masterpiece: The Ultimate Disco Funk Collection series, which has rustled up some genuinely brilliant - and largely little known - cuts to share. For proof, check the glossy, boogie-era disco-funk of Tammi Holt's 'Funk For You', the bubbly and polished 80s soul dancefloor flex of Jo Ann Jones' 'Share My Love (Club Mix)', Mark Mitchell's synth solo-laden 'Pretty Baby', Mel Strong's boogie-licious 'Uptown Lady', and the sing-along goodness of Sherrie Payne and Philip Ingram's 'Incredible (Dance Mix)'.
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タグ: Disco Funk
 in stock $16.20
Togo Soul Volume 2
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Togo Soul Volume 2 (unmixed CD)
Cat: HC 79CD. Rel: 21 Jun 24
Ali Bawa - "Yansama" (3:51)
Napo De Mi Amor - "Kissakpiou" (4:03)
Alognon Degbevi & Les Veterans Jazz - "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)
Agboti - "Agaza Gbona" (4:48)
Akofa Akoussah - "Sumga Na Bacci" (3:25)
Roger Damawuzan - "Miziqui" (7:03)
タグ: Afrobeat | Afro Funk
 in stock $21.51
Good God! Born Again Funk
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Good God! Born Again Funk (gatefold 'born again' translucent blue vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: NUMERO 030LPC1. Rel: 24 Apr 24
Pastor TL Barrett & The Youth For Christ Choir - "Like A Ship" (4:35)
Ada Richards - "I'm Drunk & Real High (In The Spirit Of God)" (3:05)
Gospel Comforters - "Yes God Is Real" (3:14)
Golden Echoes - "Packing A Grip" (3:35)
Lucy Sister Soul Rodgers - "Pray A Little Longer" (3:45)
Gospel Soul Revivals - "If Jesus Came Today" (4:41)
Brother Samuel Cheatham - "Troubles Of The World" (3:14)
Victory Travelers - "I Know I've Been Changed" (2:50)
Jordan Travelers - "God Will Answer" (2:49)
Inspirational Gospel Singers - "The Same Thing It Took" (3:21)
Sacred Four - "Somebody Watching You" (2:20)
Andrew Wartts & The Gospel Storytellers - "Peter & John" (2:53)
Holy Disciples Of Chicago III - "I Know Him" (2:50)
Sensational Five Singing Sons - "Share Your Love (With The Master)" (3:20)
Little Chris & The Righteous Singers - "I Thank You Lord" (3:33)
Sensational Five - "Coming On Strong Staying Along" (2:54)
Chicago Travelers - "Been Trying" (3:02)
James Austin & The St Luke Cogic Youth Chior - "I'll Take James For Mine" (3:32)
 in stock $41.08
Here There & Everywhere: Black America Sings John Lennon Paul McCartney & George Harrison
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Cat: CDTOP 1654. Rel: 27 Nov 24
Sam Fletcher - "Can't Buy Me Love"
Sarah Vaughan - "You Never Give Me Your Money"
Natalie Cole - "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds"
Four Tops - "Michelle"
Junior Parker - "Taxman"
Madeline Bell - "Step Inside Love"
The Supremes - "You Can't Do That"
Carmen McRae - "Here There & Everywhere"
Randy Crawford - "Give Peace A Chance"
Syreeta - "She's Leaving Home"
Mary Wells - "He Loves You" (mono)
Billy Paul - "Let 'Em In"
The Drifters - "Every Night"
Carleen Anderson - "Maybe I'm Amazed"
Margie Joseph - "My Love"
The Three Degrees - "Isn't It A Pity"
The Chiffons - "My Sweet Lord"
Keb Mo - "Imagine"
Donny Hathaway - "Jealous Guy"
Stevie Wonder - "We Can Work It Out"
Marvin Gaye - "Yesterday"
Esther Phillips - "And I Love Him"
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Down & Wired 7: A Dose Of Psychedelic Funk & Blue Eyed Soul
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Down & Wired 7: A Dose Of Psychedelic Funk & Blue Eyed Soul (limited LP + insert + MP3 download code)
Cat: PT 068LP. Rel: 03 Oct 24
The General Store - "Love Is You" (2:35)
The Comin Generation - "Hey Girl" (2:42)
Function - "Free Style" (2:30)
The Third Stone - "Happiness Is Coming" (2:49)
Whiz Kids - "Take" (2:39)
Dandy King - "Flowers, Peace & Love" (2:32)
Synod - "Places To Do" (previously unreleased) (4:17)
Prisma - "Daybreak" (6:07)
The Soul Society - "Watcha Gonna Do" (1:57)
The Vestells - "Won't You Tell Me" (2:42)
The Villagers - "Girl For Sale" (previously unreleased) (2:04)
Review: Down & Wired 7: A Dose Of Psychedelic Funk & Blue Eyed Soul is a gold mine of rare 60s gems, carefully curated for lovers of soul, psychedelic and garage rock. This compilation, released by Perfect Toy Germany, offers a cost-effective way to enjoy tracks that would otherwise be difficult and expensive to acquire, with original copies often fetching hundreds of dollars. Highlights include The General Store's "Love Is You," a fusion of psychedelic rock and funk that sets the tone for the collection. The Comin Generation follows with the swinging 60s vibe of "Hey Girl," while Function's "Free Style" delivers a funky riff-driven groove. Tracks like The Third Stone's 'Happiness Is Coming' and Whiz Kids' 'Take' continue the journey through the era's diverse sounds. Songs like Dandy King's 'Flowers Peace Love' and Synod's 'Places To Do,' this compilation is perfect for anyone looking to explore the eclectic sounds of 60s rock and soul.
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Soul Seduction: The Mood Mosaic Vol 13
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Soul Seduction: The Mood Mosaic Vol 13 (limited gatefold translucent green vinyl 2xLP + poster)
Cat: MMR 52024. Rel: 30 Aug 24
OV Wright - "Let's Straighten It Out"
The Lost Generation - "This Is The Lost Generation"
Leon Haywood - "Want' A Do Something Freaky To You"
Flowers - "For Real"
Starvue - "Body Fusion"
Hipnotic - "Are You Lonely"
Love Unlimited - "Midnight Groove"
Herbie Hancock - "Stars In Your Eyes"
Celi Bee & The Buzzy Bunch - "Closer Closer"
Morris Wilson - "Put Your Foot On The Ground"
Kathi Baker - "Feel The Heat"
Review: The latest addition to the Mood Mosaic series is a soulful, groove-filled treasure, perfect for late-night listening. Pressed on lush green vinyl and complete with a poster, this collection delivers some long-awaited, funky vibes that build on the style of previous volumes while offering fresh, extended edits that amplify the funkiest elements of each track. Highlights include Leon Haywood's sultry 'Want A Do Something Freaky To You' and Flowers' 'For Real (extra long version),' which keeps the groove going with infectious energy. Starvue's 'Body Fusion' and Hipnotic's 'Are You Lonely' add smooth, seductive rhythms, while Herbie Hancock's 'Stars In Your Eyes' brings a touch of jazz-infused soul. The new edits, like 'Closer Closer (edit)' by Celi Bee & The Buzzy Bunch and 'Feel The Heat (edit)' by Kathy Baker, offer fresh takes that enhance the late-night vibe. With tracks that flow seamlessly from one to the next, this set is a stellar mix of classic funk and soul with a contemporary twist.
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Le Grand Ouest 1978-1988
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Cat: LEVC 002. Rel: 05 Dec 24
Bleu Nuit - "Spanish Harlem" (4:10)
Sepia - "Stress" (3:52)
Bleu Nuit - "En Bas De Chez Toi" (live) (4:17)
Les Espions - "Casse-Tete Jungle" (3:45)
Avel Nevez - "Naufrage" (part 1) (3:50)
Claude Robert Hit Orchestra - "Dance The Disco Sound" (2:29)
Marie-Ange Cousin - "Molle Ouate" (5:18)
Quai 21 - "Music Man" (3:26)
Maderson - "Tourne La Page" (4:20)
Review: Le Grand Ouest is a stunning compilation, spotlighting the vibrant yet underappreciated music scene of Western France between 1978 and 1988. Covering the Brittany, Normandy and Pays-de-la-Loire regions, the album offers a unique window into the diverse countercultures and indie movements that thrived in the 80s. The featured tracks are a blend of rock influences, American inspirations and hints of local folk, all filtered through a distinctly French lens. The compilation manages to capture the raw, DIY spirit of the era, highlighting tracks recorded in unconventional settings like bunkers and caravans. This project is the result of years of meticulous research, diving deep into local archives to uncover forgotten gems and even unearthed demo tapes. The compilation conveys a sense of unity and friendship among the bands, reflecting the joy of creating music together. Compared to its predecessor, Le Grand Sud-Est, which focused on funkier vibes, Le Grand Ouest feels more introspective and mellow.
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Hair (Soundtrack)
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Hair (Soundtrack) (limited numbered gatefold 180 gram pink vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: MOVATM 426C. Rel: 26 Feb 25
Aquarius (4:41)
Sodomy (1:30)
Donna/Hashish (4:14)
Colored Spade (1:34)
Manchester (1:55)
Abie Baby/Fourscore (1:36)
I'm Black/Ain't Got No (3:31)
Air (1:29)
Party Music (3:24)
My Conviction (2:28)
I Got Life (1:30)
Frank Mills (2:35)
Hair (2:43)
LBJ (1:12)
Electric Blues/Old Fashioned Melo (3:43)
Hare Krishna (3:15)
Where Do I Go? (2:51)
Black Boys (3:47)
White Boys (1:51)
Walking In Spac (4:12)
Easy To Be Hard (3:32)
3-5-0-0 (3:53)
Good Morning Starshine (2:22)
What A Piece Of Work Is Man (1:38)
Somebody To Love (4:11)
Don't Put It Down (2:22)
He Flesh Failures/Let The Sunshine In (6:06)
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Mizik Maladi: Disques Debs International Vol 3 (remastered) (B-STOCK)
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Cat: STRUT 190LP (B-STOCK). Rel: 01 Jan 90
 
B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition
Sadi Lancreot - "Dou Se Vou Ki Siwo" (6:07)
Max Et Henri - "Se Pou Demen" (3:54)
Dominique Panol - "Come On Baby" (3:45)
Mariz - "Si On Jou" (4:26)
Jocelyn Mocka Et Kassav - "Mizik Maladi" (5:53)
Christian Yeye - "Misye Zanndo" (4:57)
Ramon Pyrmee - "An Mwe" (3:36)
Experience 7 - "Bel Toubonman" (4:55)
Ka Leve - "Apre Nou Byen Cheche" (9:24)
Horizon - "Neg Mawon" (5:27)
Ti Celeste - "Testaman" (5:38)
Yo - "Fo'w Maye" (6:17)
Alex Rosa - "L'appel Des Champions" (4:49)
Gwo Siwo - "Bele" (5:53)
Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***


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.
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Ayo Ke Disco: Boogie Pop & Funk From The South China Sea 1974-1988
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Cat: SNDWLP 158. Rel: 24 Oct 24
Fatimah Razak - "Dahaga" (3:19)
Black Brothers - "Mangge Mangge" (4:45)
Marini & The Steps - "Kuingin Dekatmu" (2:49)
Tian Niu - "Deng Ni Zai Yu Zhong" (4:06)
The Rollies - "Disco" (4:51)
Regalado - "Pinoy Funk" (3:29)
John Philips & The Steps - "Ayo Ke Disco" (3:30)
Aria Yunior - "Salah Tingkah" (4:01)
Ahmadi Hassan - "Habibi (Mari Bersatu)" (4:05)
Pongsri Woranuch - "Track 10" (3:50)
Review: Soundway Records deliver a new compilation, delving deep into the many obscure and experimental disco cuts laid to record in 70s and 80s Southeast Asia. Here Soundway's longtime general manager Alice Whittington (aka. DJ Norsicaa) steps into the limelight, embracing her Malaysian heritage and selecting music from her heavy collection of Asian records. Taking its namesake from the Indonesian phrase for "let's go to the disco", Ayo Ke Disco spans ten rare slices of disco-funk, psychedelic funk, synth, city pop and Hindustani-Arabic rhythms, all painstaking licensed from the local labels whose efforts still often persist some forty years on.
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NOW That's What I Call 80s Dancefloor: R&B & Funk
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Cat: LPDF 4. Rel: 16 May 24
Cameo - "Word Up!" (4:16)
Barry White - "Sho' You Right" (4:31)
James Brown - "Living In America" (4:11)
Maceo & The Macks - "Cross The Tracks (We Better Go Back)" (3:17)
Jackson Sisters - "I Believe In Miracles" (2:58)
Jermaine Jackson - "Let's Get Serious" (3:35)
Kool & The Gang - "Get Down On It" (3:27)
The Gap Band - "I Don't Believe You Want To Get Up & Dance (Oops, Up Side Your Head)" (3:27)
Alexander O'Neal - "Fake" (3:49)
Aretha Franklin - "Freeway Of Love" (single mix) (4:03)
Sheila E - "A Love Bizarre" (part 1) (3:40)
Oliver Cheatham - "Get Down Saturday Night" (3:55)
Freeez - "Southern Freeez" (edit) (3:47)
The SOS Band - "The Finest" (4:42)
Mtume - "Juicy Fruit" (3:43)
Dazz Band - "Let It All Blow" (3:58)
Sly Fox - "Let's Go All The Way" (3:47)
Flash & The Pan - "Waiting For A Train" (3:43)
Rockwell - "Somebody's Watching Me" (3:55)
Rick James - "Super Freak" (3:23)
Sly & Robbie & Shinehead - - "Boops (Here To Go)" (edit) (3:35)
Level 42 - "Lessons In Love" (4:02)
Shakatak - "Down On The Street" (3:16)
Bobby Brown - "My Prerogative" (4:31)
Keith Sweat - "I Want Her" (3:38)
Pebbles - "Girlfriend" (4:13)
Natalie Cole - "Pink Cadillac" (4:05)
Jody Watley - "Looking For A New Love" (radio edit) (4:02)
Rene & Angela - "I'll Be Good" (4:09)
Vesta Williams - "Once Bitten Twice Shy" (3:55)
Review: The NOW Series remain a vital resource for anyone looking to own solid overview collections of entire genres and musical scenes many years after it started by releasing collections of the pop hits of the day. In this case, it is 80s Dancefloor: R&B & Funk that is in the spotlight across four sides of red and white vinyl. All the classics are present and correct from the electro of Cameo's 'Word Up ' to The Gap Band's magnificent 'I Don't Believe You Want To Get Up & Dance (Oops, Up Side Your Head)' via Maceo & The Macks's 'Cross The Tracks (We Better Go Back). What's not to love?
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タグ: Disco Funk | Pop Disco
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Mondo Groove: The New Italian Funky Scene
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Cat: IRM2509 CD. Rel: 24 Mar 25
The Smoke Orchestra - "Moonjumpin'"
Fusion Funk Foundation - "Music Painter"
Lainz - "P-lainz"
Super Bad - "Holy Shit Party"
Vito Lalinga (VI Mode Inc Project & Pomate) - "Out Of Here"
The Grooved - "Cyber Groove"
Yuts & Culture - "Come Over" (radio edit)
Erin Collective - "Microcosmo"
C'ammafunk - "Funkshovit"
Venus Ship - "Underground Foxes" (feat Avex)
David Florio - "Sunrise In The Savannah"
Les Jeux Sont Funk - "Take Me To The Top"
The Funk Soul Brothers - "Uncle T Boogie"
Tony Finch Marino - "I Need You" (feat Sax Gordon)
LTJ Xperience & Pomate - "Don't Let The System Get You Down" (Regrooved mix)
Alixia Mistral - "Run Away Or Face The Day"
The Soultrend Orchestra - "It's Gonna Be Alright" (feat Frankie Lovecchio)
Synthear - "Jazzooo"
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World's Funkiest Covers
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Cat: COSCD 003. Rel: 14 Aug 12
Johnny Jones & The King Casuals - "Purple Haze"
Mighty Mo & The Winchester Seven - "The Next Message"
Afrosound - "Jungle Fever"
Fruko Y Sus Tesos - "Bang Bang"
Nostalgia 77 - "Seven Nation Army"
Ray Barretto - "Pastime Paradise"
Mongo Santamaria - "Cloud Nine"
Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra - "I Turn My Camera On"
Ebony Rhythm Band - "Light My Fire"
The Johnny Frigo Sextet - "Scorpio"
Antibalas - "Rat Race"
Review: Sometimes an album title says it all. That's certainly the case with World's Funkiest Covers, an album of formidably sweaty and floor-friendly funk cover versions. While one or two will be familiar to crate diggers (or, in the case of Nostalgia 77's version of "Seven Nation Army", most people), there are plenty of unlikely gems to enjoy. Check, for example, Mighty Mo & The Winchester 7's electrofunk/raw funk jam "The Next Message", a brilliant re-imagining of hip-hop classic "The Message". Also worth a listen is Ray Buretto's excellent version of Stevie's "Passtime Paradise" and the Ebony Rhythm Band's crazy-but-brilliant "Light My Fire". Like the rest of the album, it's a serious freak out.
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The Tarantino Experience Reloaded
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The Tarantino Experience Reloaded (gatefold yellow & red vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: FF 0005. Rel: 09 Dec 24
Fendermen - "Ghost Riders In The Sky" (4:39)
Geater Davies - "Sad Shades Of Blue" (4:10)
Joe Cocker - "Woman To Woman" (4:27)
Lobo - "Me & You & A Doig Named Bob" (3:04)
John Fred & His Playboy Band - "Judy In Disguise" (2:55)
Johnny Cash - "I Walk The Line" (2:43)
Golden Gate Quartet - "I'm Troubled" (2:56)
Guy Mitchell - "Singing The Blues" (2:23)
Duane Eddy - "Cannonball" (2:15)
The Surf Coronados - "Pipeline" (2:10)
Chris Farlowe - "Paint It Black" (3:29)
Screamin' Lord Such - "Murdered In The Graveyard" (2:58)
T Rex - "Jeepster" (4:04)
The Surfaris - "Wipeout" (2:13)
The Ventures - "Walk Don't Run" (2:58)
Nino Tempo & April Stevens - "Deep Purple" (2:44)
1910 Fruitgum Co - "Indian Giver" (2:35)
John Lee Hooker - "Boom Boom" (2:40)
Connie Francis - "Stupid Cupid" (2:12)
Julie Teicher - "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" (2:51)
The Clovers - "Love Potion No 9" (1:49)
The Grass Roots - "Midnight Confessions" (2:47)
Dobie Grey - "The 'In' Crowd"
The Kingsmen - "Louie Louie"
Review: For Quentin Tarantino, music is as integral to his films as the visuals and dialogue. Fans can't imagine Reservoir Dogs without 'Stuck in the Middle with You' or Pulp Fiction without 'Misirlou' and now they can relive that magic as often as they want: The Tarantino Experience Reloaded celebrates his musical genius with remastered sound and stunning artwork. Tarantino explains his process saying, that "when I start a film, I go through my record collection to find the spirit of the movie," often discovering the perfect song for key moments. His soundtracks are just as exciting and groundbreaking as his films, creating unforgettable moments like Kill Bill's final showdown or Reservoir Dogs' torture scene. Many of them and more feature here.
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Penny & The Quarters & Friends
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Penny & The Quarters & Friends (limited "smoke in your eyes" vinyl LP + booklet)
Cat: NUM 115LPC1. Rel: 08 Dec 22
Penny & The Quarters - "You & Me" (2:41)
Joe King - "Glad I Found You" (demo) (2:51)
Jay Robinson - "You Are Mine" (3:06)
Penny & The Quarters - "It's Time (You Are Giving Me Some Other Love)" (3:49)
Eddie Ray - "All In The Past" (3:09)
Brenda Walker - "Since I Fell For You" (4:34)
Joe King - "I'm A Stranger" (3:34)
Penny & The Quarters - "I Cried A Tear" (3:19)
Eddie Ray - "You Got Me" (demo) (2:26)
Jay Robinson - "Will I Ever" (feat Penny & The Quarters) (3:23)
Eddie Ray & Joe King - "Don't Take Your Love From Me" (4:50)
Harmonic Sounds Band - "Untitled Studio Moves" (1:04)
Review: The Numero Group previously released the work of Penny & The Quarters alongside their peers on the Prix label as part of the Eccentric Soul compilation. Now they're taking another look at the group and digging into the archive tapes from Columbus, Ohio, which had lain dormant for the best part of 40 years waiting for their chance to shine. The big hit is 'You & Me', which was also memorably featured in Ryan Gosling's film Blue Valentine, but there's another 10 gems recorded by Clem Price featured on this collection of honest, heart-warming rehearsals and demo sessions.
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The Tarantino Experience
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The Tarantino Experience (gatefold red & yellow vinyl 2xLP + insert)
Cat: FF 0030. Rel: 23 Dec 24
Dick Dale & His Del-Tones - "Miserlou" (2:10)
Chuck Berry - "You Never Can Tell" (2:40)
Dennis Yost & The Classics IV - "Spooky" (2:45)
Screamin' Jay Hawkins - "I Put A Spell On You" (2:25)
Serge Gainsbourg - "Mambo Miam Miam" (2:30)
Paul Revere & The Raiders - "Good Thing" (3:03)
Bernard Herrmann And Orchestra - "Intro (Twisted Nerve)" (0:16)
Al Green - "Let's Stay Together" (3:11)
Dusty Springfield - "Son Of A Preacher Man" (2:25)
Wilson Pickett - "Something You Got" (2:52)
Clarence Carter - "Backstabbers" (2:41)
Billie Jo Spears - "Fever" (2:54)
Los Bravos - "Bring A Little Lovin'" (2:16)
Duane Eddy - "Rebel Rouser" (2:15)
The Hurricanes - "Out Of Limits" (2:02)
The Mamas & The Papas - "Straight Shooter" (2:56)
Richard Twang & His Cadillacs - "Apache" (2:47)
The Coasters - "Down In Mexico" (3:11)
Bobby Womack - "California Dreamin'" (3:10)
Brothers Johnson - "Strawberry Letter 23" (5:44)
Leroy Gomez & Santa Esmeralda - "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" (3:33)
Blue Swede - "Hooked On A Feeling" (2:50)
The Meters - "Look-Ka-Py-Py" (3:03)
Vanilla Fudge - "You Keep Me Hangin' On" (3:23)
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Asiko Tito
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Cat: JAH 002. Rel: 12 Mar 25
Jazzhole Collective - "Odun Yii" (feat Queen Oyedele) (5:37)
Duro Ikujenyo & The Age Of Aquarius - "Oyeku" (feat Keziah Jones) (4:33)
Duro Ikujenyo & The Age Of Aquarius - "Ase" (feat Ayo Odia - remix) (4:03)
Kunniran Knn & Afara Oyin - "Ribadun?" (feat Biodun Batik) (4:46)
Sina Bakare - "Mo Duro Gedegbe" (feat YS Akinibosun) (4:36)
Prince Eji Oyewole - "If You No See Me" (4:27)
Duro Ikujenyo & The Age Of Aquarius - "Orisirisi" (4:32)
Jazzhole Collective - "Tribute To Haruna Ishola" (feat Teacha Okudepe) (5:26)
Kunniran Knn & Afara Oyin - "Ogun Jaa" (5:19)
Duro Ikujenyo & The Age Of Aquarius - "Alo" (feat Ayo Odia - dub mix) (3:27)
Review: Asiko Tito is one of many lost gems of Nigerian music. It has been curated by Lagos' legendary Jazzhole and feature music first recorded in the late 90s. The 10-track compilation captures Afrobeat, Yoruba-funk, Afro-funk, highlife and spiritual jazz gems that reflect Lagos' rich musical tapestry. Each track blends traditional rhythms with modern influences which are the hallmarks of the city's vital scene. Jazzhole is a label led by Olakunle Tejuoso and his son and has been a cultural institution for over 30 years thanks to its championing of African and Afro-diasporic sounds. This is another welcome reissue that reminds us of Nigeria's enduring creativity.
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タグ: Afrobeat | Afro Funk
 in stock $30.46
Africamore: The Afro Funk Side Of Italy 1973-1978
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Cat: FLIES 65CD. Rel: 21 Mar 24
Walter Rizzati - "L'Unica Chance"
Chrisma - "Amore"
I Robots - "Tabu Tuba" (part 1)
Luca D'Ammonio - "Oh Caron"
Ramasandiran Somusundaram - "Contrabbando Di Fagioli"
Jaen Paul & Angelique - "Africa Sound"
Weyman Corporation - "Kumbayero"
African Revival - "Soul Makossa"
Lara Saint Paul - "The Voodoo Lady"
Beryl Cunningham - "Why O"
Augusto Martelli & The Real McCoy - "Calories"
Prognosi Riservata - "MAAGGO"
Review: Four Flies continue their mission to plunge Italy's funk-historical depths. The pinnacle of their search so far for the sure-to-exist pearly gems on the sands thereunder is the new Africamore compilation, which homes in like a heat-seeking torpedo on the particular Afro- ends of the funk sound prevalent in the nation, in the crucial years between 1973 and 1978. This period was notable for its facilitating fertile ground for the emerging discotheque market in Italy at the time. From psychedelic-tinged tunes like Jean Paul & Angelique's 'Africa Sound' to Afrobeat-esque club banger 'Kumbayero' by Albert Verrecchia; from groundbreaking Afro-cosmics like Chrisma's 'Amore to mind-blowing floor-fillers like Beryl Cunningham's 'Why O', this is a multivalent compilation, among the best out there to document the burblings of that crosswise stew of disco, funk, electro and world musics.
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This Is Street Funk 1968-1974
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Cat: BGPD 1116. Rel: 27 Mar 24
Billy Garner - "Brand New Girl" (3:39)
The Fatback Band - "Mister Bass Man" (3:23)
Chet Ivey - "Bad On Bad" (2:54)
The Fame Gang - "Grits & Gravy" (4:01)
The Huck Daniels Co - "Foolish Man" (feat Johnny Adams - part 1) (2:57)
Tribe - "Funky Kingston" (3:11)
The Two Things In One - "Over Dose (Of Your Love)" (3:30)
Camille Lil Bob - "Stop!" (2:27)
Millie Jackson - "Hypocrisy" (2:13)
Billy Sha Rae - "Do It" (2:28)
The Mello Matics - "Mother Popcorn" (2:45)
Larry & Tommy - "Here Comes The Judge" (2:48)
Eddy Giles - "Soul Feeling" (part 1) (2:10)
National Soul Review - "Get Me Back On Time, Engine #9" (7:16)
Review: If you have a penchant for proper funk from the genre's prime era, then This Is Street Funk is for you. It's one in a series of compilations that have been put together to appeal to vinyl lovers and features two sides packed with tunes hand-picked with TLC from Ace and compiled by Dean Rudland, who has also penned the liner notes that one with it. This one sums up the sound of Black American in the 70s with soul and streetwise attitude colouring the funk next to a mix of fatback drums, syncopated bass, rhythmic guitars and explosive vocals. Plenty of names you would expect all feature such as Fatback Band and Millie Jackson, Billy Garner and Billy Sha-Rae, Fame Gang and Larry and Tommy and more.
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 in stock $20.10
Harde Smart Volume 2: Flemish & Dutch Grooves From The 80's
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Cat: SDBANCD 18. Rel: 21 May 24
Mixtape (CD 1: mixtape)
Step By Step - "Ik Laat Me Niet Belazeren" (CD 2: bonus CD with Full Length tracks)
Monica Rypma - "Ik Hou Veel Van Jou"
Bloedgroep O - "Slow Motion"
Francis Verdoodt - "Tegelliedje & Herrie/Gevaarlijk" (Harde Smart edit)
Rob Glotzbach - "Hoofdstuk 1"
Noodweer - "De Toekomst Laat Me Koud"
Jan Hautekiet - "Nachttrafiek"
Peter Praet & Praters - "Enkel Proberen"
Omar & The New Sound - "Drugs"
Joost Belinfante - "Zonder Woorden"
De DIV - "Teken De Tijd"
MAM - "Ongelofelijk"
Cocododo - "Roekoe"
Kurt Van Eeghem - "Cool He, Jongen"
Nadagen - "Onder 4 Ogen"
Mensen Blaffen - "Braziliaanse Woud"
Wim De Craene - "Hoor"
Review: Five years ago, Sban Records unleashed Harde Smart, a fine collection of Flemish and Dutch records of the 1970s heavily influenced by Black American funk, soul, and dance music. This belated follow-up focuses on the 1980s, a decade in which the influence of American AOR, disco-rock, boogie, synth-pop and electro could be heard across plenty of releases by Dutch and Belgian bands. Highlights include the blue-eyed, synth-powered dreaminess of 'Drugs' by Omar & The New Sound, the P-funk-influenced flavours of Joost Belinfante's 'Zonder Woorden', the Zouk-splashed tropical boogie of De Div's 'Teken De Tijd', and the post-punk new-wave eccentricity of Nadagen's 'Onder 4 Ogen', which sounds like a Dutch take on Sheffield band Chakk.
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タグ: Rock Disco | Pop Disco
 in stock $17.33
Smudge All Stars
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Cat: VIOLENT 40. Rel: 04 Apr 24
Brutal Funk (feat Mary Pearce & DJ D-Zire) (4:31)
Up Is Just A Place (feat George Clinton, Fred Wesley, Pee Wee Ellis, Omar, Dennis Bovell & MWS) (4:37)
Freaky Toe (feat Charlotte Kelly) (4:44)
B Side (feat Fred Wesley, Mary Pearce, Derek Green & MWS) (4:34)
Starkiller (feat Victoria Hamilton) (1:14)
Headache (feat George Clinton & Niara Scarlett) (6:10)
2 Cold 2 Hold (feat MWS, Charlotte Kelly & Mitt Gamon) (5:26)
Our Lives (feat Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Dennis Bovell & Earl 16) (4:00)
Still Here (feat MWS & James Gardiner-Bateman) (3:44)
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Miami Sound 2: More Funk & Soul From Miami Florida 1967-1974
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Cat: SJRLP 541. Rel: 26 Sep 24
Betty Wright - "Clean Up Woman" (2:44)
Miami - "Party Freaks" (5:15)
Gwen McCrae - "All This Love That I'm Giving" (3:52)
Beginning Of The End - "Monkey Tamarind" (3:33)
Latimore - "I Get Lifted" (4:38)
Raw Soul Express - "Burn The Candle" (2:36)
Chocolateclay - "Free (I'll Always Be)" (4:35)
Betty Wright - "I Love The Way You Love" (3:00)
Little Beaver - "Concrete Jungle" (4:51)
Jimmy 'Bo' Horne - "Clean Up Man" (2:33)
Timmy Thomas - "Africano" (4:29)
Charles Allen - "Winterman" (3:15)
T-Connection - "Do What Ya Wanna Do" (7:03)
Robert Moore - "Jimmie Bo Charlie" (2:14)
Milton Wright - "Keep It Up" (4:10)
Clarence Reid - "Ten Tons Of Dynamite" (2:32)
Timmy Thomas - "Why Can't We Live Together" (4:36)
Little Beaver - "We Three" (4:06)
Paulette Reaves - "Do It Again" (5:32)
Lynn Williams - "Kisses, Kisses, Kisses" (2:20)
Review: Soul Jazz Records' new Miami Sound 2 is a superlative collection of 70s soul, funk, disco and boogie featuring tracks from legendary artists such as Betty Wright, Timmy Thomas, Gwen McRae, Milton Wright, T-Connection and many more, all released on the mighty TK Records musical empire based in Miami, Florida. Centring on the curatorial efforts of TK Records founder Henry Stone, who is credited by Soul Jazz as one of the tastemaking pioneers of boogie, after the early ferments of gritty funk and soul formed out of the arrival of disco in the mid-70s. This compilation snaps up a distinct, unforgettable moment in the pivot from disco into soul, with essential tracks from Betty Wright, to Timmy Thomas, to Raw Soul Express, to T Connection all in tow.
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Movements Vol 12
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Movements Vol 12 (unmixed CD)
Cat: TRCD 9122. Rel: 05 Sep 24
Johnny April & The Mat Matthews Quartet - "She Had A Pikanese"
Lu Elliot - "Common Sense"
Lloyd Fatman - "No Big Thing" (part 1 & 2)
Billy J - "Teacher Teach Me"
Wayne Johnson & The Brigade - "Scram Gravy Ain't Wavy"
4 Dimensions - "Hipper Snapper"
The Villagers - "Funky Broadway"
The Rippers - "Honesty"
Exceptional Citizens Band - "Proud Mary"
Gus Brendel - "Sax On The Rocks"
The Hornets - "Seven Days To Tahiti"
Bret Breitinger - "Jive Samba"
Downtown Trio - "Summertime"
Onyx - "Break It Loose" (part 1)
The Shake & Bake Band - "Shake & Bake" (part 1 & 2)
Lou Jackson - "Outside Looking In"
Energy Crisis - "Tough Times Blues"
Review: Tramp Records' Movements Vol. 12 offers an excellent trip through rare rhythm & blues, mod-jazz and mid-70s funk. This latest installment in their acclaimed series is a treasure trove of obscure gems and infectious grooves, each track a testament to the label's dedication to uncovering hidden musical gems. Opening with Johnny April's 'She Had A Pikanese,' featuring the Mat Matthews Quartet, the compilation sets a tone of rich, soulful rhythms. Lu Elliott's 'Common Sense' and Lloyd Fatman's 'No Big Thing' follow, with a variety of underappreciated r&b delights. Billy J's 'Teacher Teach Me' and Wayne Johnson's 'Scram Gravy Ain't Wavy' continue the vibe, offering distinctive flavors of classic soul. The compilation dives into deep funk with 'Hipper Snapper' by 4 Dimensions, reminiscent of Charles Wright's 'Express Yourself.' Other tracks like Gus Brendel's 'Sax On The Rocks' and The Hornets' 'Seven Days To Tahiti,' perfect for dance floors. Bret Breitinger's 'Jive Samba' and Downtown Trio's smooth 'Summertime' add to the eclectic mix. Overall, Movements Vol. 12 is a triumph, delighting with its rare finds and impeccable curation, solidifying the series' reputation as a flagship of musical discovery.
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Italian Rare Groove
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Cat: 359697 4531468. Rel: 23 Apr 24
Ennio Morricone - "Dance On" (3:58)
Toto Cutugno - "Mi Dici Che Stai Bene Con Me" (4:59)
Puccio Roelens - "Northern Lights" (5:13)
Toni Santagata - "UFO Sexo" (3:08)
Blue Marvin Orchestra - "La Cortigiana" (3:18)
Alessandro Alessandri - "Manhattan Disco" (3:20)
Stefano Torossi - "Having Fun" (3:54)
Gianpaolo Chiti & Sergio Montori - "Desperation & Mone" (4:12)
Ezy Minus - "Contraband Love" (2:53)
Goblin - "Tenebre" (4:18)
Sessomatto (Armando Trovajoli) - "Sessomatto" (3:38)
Silvano D'Auria - "Porto Cammelli" (3:00)
Stelvio Cipriani - "Mark Il Poliziotto" (2:35)
Fred Bongusto - "Le Tentazioni Di Giorgia" (2:35)
Pino Donaggio - "Lady Fine" (3:47)
Eva Eva Eva - "Donna Donna Donna" (3:38)
Franco Bixio, Fabio Frizzi & Vincenzo Tempera - "Vai Gor" (2:52)
Riz Ortolani - "La Ragazza Dal Pigiama Giallo" (3:45)
Guido E Maurizio De Angelis - "Ankara" (2:14)
Piero Piccioni - "Blue Rhythm Festival" (5:02)
Carlo Bixio & Marcello Gigante - "Il Seme Di Caino" (2:43)
Goblin - "La Via Della Droga" (2:08)
タグ: Rare groove | Disco Funk | Italian
 in stock $30.16
The Mood Mosaic 21: Take It Easy
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Cat: MMR 1224CD. Rel: 13 May 24
Yellow - "The Ghetto (Getto/Yellow In Kyoto)"
Quincy Jones & Ray Brown Orchestra - "Fat Cat Strut"
Miguel Angel Fuster - "Polvo Lunar"
Michel Sardaby - "Welcome New Warmth"
David Alexrod - "Mucho Chupar"
Brute Force & His Drum - "Weird & Wonder"
The Bridge - "Alles Klar"
Johnny Frigo - "Thank You"
John Sangster - "Hair"
Boris Gardiner - "Ghetto Funk"
Fred Wesley - "Blow Your Head"
The Motherhood - "Back In The Dark"
Leo Acosta - "Rencorosa"
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Reference Soundcheck Vol 2
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Reference Soundcheck Vol 2 (limited gatefold 180 gram audiophile vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: INAK 751112LP. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Domiinique Fils-aime - "Nameless" (3:51)
Fink - "This Is The Thing" (5:41)
Est (Esbjorn Svensson Trio) - "From Gagarin's Point Of View" (4:03)
Arne Domnerus - "Jag Vet En Dejilig Rosa" (2:40)
Friedemann - "The Eye Of The Dragonfly" (3:52)
The Boomers - "The Eye Of The Dragonfly" (4:36)
Boris Blank - "Electrified" (2:16)
Monophona - "Boy" (5:22)
Steve Gadd Band - "Rat Race" (6:31)
Max Bab - "Tricycle" (5:59)
Dinah Washington - "What A Difference A Day Makes" (2:30)
Wolfgang Bernreuther, Golly, Rudi Bayer - "Little Red Rooster" (3:37)
Eric Bibb - "In My Father's House" (4:43)
Lils Mackinstosh - "Pack Your Memories" (2:58)
Oscar Peterson - "Wandering" (2:57)
Joseph Haydn - "Symphonie N4 88: I Adagio-Allegro" (6:38)
 in stock $47.51
Mr Bongo Record Club Vol 6
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Cat: MRBLP 270. Rel: 05 Oct 23
Dora Morelenbaum - "Japao"
New York Community Choir - "I'll Keep My Light In My Window" (12" mix)
General Lee - "Pleasure"
The Drive - "Africa Bossa"
Chiemi Eri - "Okosa-Bushi"
Manny Corchado & His Orchestra - "Pow-Wow"
Sven Wunder - "Easy Going"
Dina Ogon - "Bakom Glaset"
Vee Gees - "Talkin"
Mave & Dave - "Do You Really Want My Love"
Hazel Scott & The Braza Brasi - "Ye-Me-Le"
Inês Soares - "Um Amor Para Toda A Vida"
Haréton Salvanini - "Estrada"
Copa 7 - "Copa Sete No Samba"
Mirna - "A Volta"
Dina Ogon - "Tombola 94"
Unknown Artists - "I Do You Love"
Ash Soul, Inc - "I Do Love You"
Ponderosa Twins Plus One - "Bound"
Matty - "Blood"
Shira Small - "Eternal Life"
Review: Those tireless diggers at Mr Bongo have been at it again and now return with Record Club Volume Six, another selection driven by the love of "hearing old tracks for the first time or diving into the most upfront selections keeps the fires burning and passions alight." This collection is another treasure trove of superb sounds that takes in all manner of much loved classics from across the world and places like Canada, Sweden, Brazil, Japan, Portugal and Trinidad and Tobago. Everything from psych-pop songs to spine tinging gospel features, some of it on vinyl for the first time ever.
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 in stock $26.54
Windrush Rockers
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Windrush Rockers (unmixed 3xCD box set)
Cat: RUB3CDBOX 21. Rel: 06 Nov 23
Zubaba - "Sweet England"
Raisins - "I Take It To My Baby"
Simba - "Movin'"
Black Velvet - "Tropicana"
Zappatta Schmidt - "Freedom"
Ram John Holder - "Ladbroke Grove Blues"
Noir - "The System"
32nd Turnoff - "Used To Be A Tiger"
Black Velvet - "African Velvet"
Danta - "Freeway"
Cymande - "The Message"
Demon Fuzz - "Message To Mankind"
Zappatta Schmidt - "Zappatta In The City"
Zubaba - "Fairy In My Tea"
Ram John Holder - "Brixton Blues"
32nd Turnoff - "West Indian Woman"
Sundae Times - "Take Me Higher Baby"
Noir - "Beggar Man"
Demon Fuzz - "Past, Present & Future"
Danta - "Queen Of Sheba"
Akido - "Confusion"
Sundae Times - "Adam & Eve"
Black Velvet - "Natural Grown Man"
Hanson - "Love Knows Everything"
Batti Mamzelle - "Lament"
Del Richardson - "Do What You Can"
Cymande - "Getting It Back"
Urban Clearway - "Open Up Wide" (part 1)
Raisins - "But It's Alright"
Abraka - "Affeka Is Calling You"
Mel Brown - "Ooh! La-La Ooh! Ma-Ma (Hangs Up)"
Real Thing - "Vicious Circle"
Sundae Times - "Do You Know What Love Is"
Zappatta Schmidt - "Someone In The Crowd"
Danta - "Mau Mau"
Osibisa - "Do You Know"
Funkees - "Dancing In The Nude"
Third World - "Irin-Ajo"
Cymande - "Bra"
Pacesetters - "Cool Coffee"
Pyramids - "John Chewy"
Wave One - "Bubble Gum"
32nd Turnoff - "Young People"
Akido - "Psychedelic Baby"
Matumbi - "Brother Louie"
Black Velvet - "Clown"
Danta - "Feelin' The Heat"
Zappatta Schmidt - "Hey Man Why"
Sundae Times - "Angels In The Sky"
Rastafari - "In The Garden"
Danta - "Storm Song" (part 1)
Demon Fuzz - "I Put A Spell On You"
Hanson - "Rain"
Hug - "Star Traveller"
Del Richardson - "Jigsaw"
Danta - "Crossfire"
Peter Straker - "Divided"
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Groove Diggin'
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Cat: WGAM 7438426. Rel: 16 Oct 23
John Fitch & Associates - "Romantic Attitude" (3:17)
Charles Johnson - "Good Good Lovin'" (3:24)
Cortex - "Pauvre Star" (5:09)
Carlo Maria Cordio & Franco Vinciguerra - "Quips & Cranks" (3:08)
Calvin Davis - "Train Ride To Nowhere" (3:28)
Ultrafunk - "Sting Your Jaws" (part 1) (2:57)
Maxayn - "Gimme Shelter" (3:58)
Barbara Mason - "You Better Stop It" (2:17)
The Heads Of Family - "Ninety-Nine & One Half" (4:09)
Mr Percolator - "I Got A Thing For You Baby" (2:31)
Almon Memela - "The Things We Do In Soweto" (3:36)
Prazsky Big Band Milana Svobody - "Pockej Na Mne" (4:56)
Review: We love it when French label Wagram puts out another compilation because they are invariably excellent and can every much make your record collection and therefore digging credentials seem maybe a touch better than they are without doing much work yourself. This one, after loads that have focussed on everything form techno to soul to protest songs, is simply called Groove Diggin. It is another sublime los at some red hot and impassioned soul sounds put together with love by some serious diggers. Cortex, The Heads of the Family and more all feature.
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Golden Rules: The Originals 2
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Golden Rules: The Originals 2 (LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: GRLP 002. Rel: 16 Oct 23
Lexsoul Dancemachine - "I Don't Mind" (radio edit) (3:40)
JAS Ricci Quartette - "Copacetic" (3:05)
Amazin' Five - "Money" (3:28)
The Blaxound - "Plata O Plomo" (2:31)
Wonder 45 - "Wonderland" (5:40)
The Vicious Seeds - "Wireless Party" (4:40)
Kind & Kinky Zoo - "Seven Noisettes" (3:25)
Chris Lujan & Electric Butter - "Brothers & Sisters Of The World, Unite!" (feat Andre Cruz & Reality Jonez) (2:45)
The Blassics - "Slight Whining" (fast) (3:34)
TOYTOY - "Tahin" (2:47)
Joe Sturges & Lucas De Mulder - "Instead Of Number Five" (3:35)
POLY POLY - "Horizon" (4:04)
Funkool Orchestra - "Boogie With Your Baby" (4:13)
Alex Puddu - "Windsurf" (3:19)
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Written In Their Soul: The Hits: The Stax Songwriter Demos (Record Store Day RSD Black Friday 2023)
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Cat: 724746 1. Rel: 01 Dec 23
Eddie Floyd - "634-5789 (Soulsville, USA)" (2:49)
Deanie Parker - "I've Got No Time To Lose" (2:46)
Carla Thomas - "A Woman's Love" (2:50)
Eddie Floyd - "I'll Always Have Faith In You" (2:03)
Mack Rice - "Respect Yourself" (3:25)
Homer Banks - "I'll Be Your Shelter (In Time Of Storm)" (3:02)
Shelbra Bennett - "I'll Be The Other Woman" (4:06)
Homer Banks - "(If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right" (2:53)
Carl Smith - "I Got To Be Myself" (3:06)
Homer Banks - "If You're Ready (Come Go With Me)" (3:06)
Henderson Thigpen - "Woman To Woman" (3:46)
Eddie Floyd - "We Can Love" (2:27)
Homer Banks - "I've Got A Feeling (We'll Be Seeing Each Other Again)" (3:30)
 in stock $34.92
Fusion Global Sounds Vol 2: 1976-1984
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Cat: FVR 190LP. Rel: 21 Nov 23
Lerma De La Cruz - "Free" (4:34)
Nivaldo Ornelas - "Cactus" (6:59)
Krystyna Pronko - "Oto Przyczyna" (3:48)
Bobby Martinez - "Pendulum" (4:29)
Tom Grant - "Mystified" (7:35)
Nivaldo Ornelas - "Los Angeles" (5:03)
Carlos Mendes - "Oamoreomar" (2:03)
Dana Kaproff - "Brownstones" (5:17)
Review: Favorite Recordings returns with the second edition of its compilation series: Fusion Global Sounds. Comprising eight rare and hidden tracks produced between 1976 and 1984 in various parts of the world, this hot-off-the-plate comp delivers a mighty-fine array of dynamic, soul-feeding jazz, soul, disco, jazz and funk delicacies. As a fine collector of jazz-funk and fusion for many years, curator Charles Maurice can be credited for sourcing the ingredients for and cooking up this fine spread of forgotten entrees, this time brought together by a common Brazilian influence.
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 in stock $31.85
Naino Queens: Flamenco Groovy Beats On The Verge Of A Nervous Breakdown 1971-1979
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Cat: ADC 013LP. Rel: 17 Nov 23
Lola Flores - "Llorando Lola" (3:38)
Rosa Morena - "Para Que Quieres Volver" (4:45)
Isabel Pantoja - "Embruja Por Tu Querer" (2:39)
Rocio Jurado - "Dimelo" (3:47)
Marife De Triana - "Con Ese Beso" (2:50)
Marian Conde - "Me Siento Feliz" (3:26)
Perlita De Huelva - "Tu Cigarro" (3:12)
La Polaca - "Ola De La Mar" (4:04)
La Marelu - "Lo Quiero" (2:55)
Pastora De Algeciras - "Hora De Partir" (2:22)
Encarnita Polo - "Los Piconeros" (5:05)
Sara Montiel - "Touch Me" (2:48)
タグ: Latin disco | Flamenco
 in stock $30.74
Eccentric Disco
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Eccentric Disco (purple & pink marbled vinyl LP in spot-varnished sleeve)
Cat: NUM 503LPC3. Rel: 27 Nov 23
Spirit Of Brotherhood - "Go For It" (5:24)
Billy Foster & Audio - "I Need Your Love" (3:11)
Sabata - "Man For My Lady" (4:30)
Great Lakes Orchestra - "This Is The Night For Loving" (3:54)
Karriem - "I Love You" (4:55)
Lee Alfreo - "Rockin-Poppin Full Tilting" (6:11)
Arnie Love & Teh Lovelettes - "Stop & Make Up Your Mind" (4:09)
Jackie Stoudemire - "Flying High" (3:45)
Uneoa Dennard & The Shandells Band - "Fantasy Ride" (3:53)
Stephen Colebrooke - "Shake Your Chic Behind" (3:11)
タグ: Disco Funk
 in stock $32.40
Brunswick & Dakar 12 Inch Singles Collection Vol 3 (Japanese Edition)
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Cat: UVSL 2013. Rel: 12 Dec 23
Vaughan Mason - "Jammin Big Guitar"
Vaughan Mason - "Rockin Big Guitar" (instrumental)
Legacy - "Word Up"
Legacy - "Word Up" (instrumental)
Charades - "Gimme The Funk" (vocal)
Charades - "Gimme The Funk" (instrumental)
First Love - "Don't Say Goodnight"
First Love - "Love Me Today"
Elite - "Rock The House" (part 1)
Elite - "Rock The House" (part 2)
Charlie Singleton & Stargasm - "I Wanna Boogie With You"
Charlie Singleton & Stargasm - "I Wanna Boogie With You" (instrumental)
AM FM - "You Are The One"
 in stock $13.98
Brunswick Singles Collection Brothers Of Soul (Japanese Edition)
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Cat: UVSL 2014. Rel: 12 Dec 23
Billy Butler - "I'll Bet You"
John Parker - "Just A Thing Called Love"
Major Lance - "Sweeter As The Days Go By"
Otis Clay - "Baby Jane"
Jackie Wilson - "A Lovely Way To Die"
Eddie Mcloyd - "Once You Fall In Love"
Johnny Sayles - "You’re So Right For Me"
Wales Wallace - "We're Not Happy"
Bobby Reed - "You Are"
Otis Leavill - "It Must Be Love"
Chuck Jackson - "I Fogot To Tell You"
Cicero Blake - "You Got Me Walking"
Gene Chandler & Barbara Acklin - "Love Won’t Start"
Little Richard - "Baby Don’t You Tear My Clothes"
Lee Charles - "I’ll Never Ever Love Again"
Alvin Cash - "Doing The Feeling"
Chuck Bernard - "Contract On Your Love"
Isaac Hayes - "Sweet Temptation"
Ben Monroe - "This Melody Is For My Baby"
Marvin Smith - "Hold On"
Alvin Valentine - "Sweet Sweet Revenge"
Johnny Williams - "Just A Little Misunderstanding"
Donald Height - "A Mean Thing"
Richard Parker - "Wrapped Up In Your Warm & Tender Love"
Walter Jackson - "I Never Had It So Good (And Felt So Bad)"
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Never Get Enough
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Never Get Enough (unmixed CD with obi-strip)
Cat: UVSL 2001. Rel: 30 Jan 24
Bobby Bryd - "Never Get Enough"
The JB's International - "Nature" (part 1 & 2)
James Brown - "Rapp Payback (Where Iz Moses)"
Vicki Anderson - "You & Me Together"
Johnny The Man - "Win Your Love For Me"
Bobby Byrd - "I Need Help (I Can't Do It Alone)"
The New JB's - "James's World"
James Brown - "That Lucky Old Sun"
Nat Kendricks & The Swans - "(Do The) Mashed Potatoes" (part 1)
Nat Kendricks & The Swans - "(Do The) Mashed Potatoes" (part 2)
James Brown - "Mashed Potatoes"
The Baby - "I Need Love"
Sonny Till - "Someone Up & Told Me"
James Brown & The Famous Flames - "I Love You Porgy"
Vicki Anderson - "In The Land Of Milk & Honey"
Bobby Byrd - "You've Got To The Change Your Mind"
The Dee Felice Trio - "Witchita Lineman"
タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
 in stock $17.88
Party Freaks: 45s Collection From TK
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Party Freaks: 45s Collection From TK (LP + insert with obi-strip)
Cat: OTS 330. Rel: 28 Dec 23
Miami - "Party Freaks" (2:52)
New Image - "Dance Craze" (3:35)
George McCrae - "Love In Motion" (3:16)
Universal Love - "Moon Ride" (3:52)
Little Beaver - "Party Down" (part 1) (3:13)
Timmy Thomas - "Say Love, Can You Chase Away The Blues?" (3:13)
Little Milton - "Friend Of Mine" (3:40)
Gwen McCrae - "Damn Right It's Good" (3:42)
Mona Lisa - "They Don't Know" (part 1) (2:14)
The Beginning Of The End - "Funky Nassau" (part 1) (3:05)
Clarence Reid - "Funky Party" (3:20)
Betty Wright - "Clean Up Woman" (2:46)
Betty Wright - "If You Love Me Like You Say You Love Me" (2:57)
JP Robinson - "Our Day Is Here" (2:05)
Jerry Washington - "Don't Waste My Time" (3:50)
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Wamono Disco: Nippon Columbia Disco & Boogie Hits 1978-1982
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Cat: 180GWALP 06. Rel: 25 Jan 24
Godiego - "The Birth Of The Odyssey - Monkey Magic" (5:00)
Ikue Sakakibara - "This Is Hot" (3:59)
Soul Media - "I Will Give You Samba" (4:21)
Hatsumi Shibata - "Purple Shadow" (3:49)
Yumi Murata - "Krishna" (4:55)
Yoshito Machida & Godiego - "Ame Wa Knife No Yo Sa" (3:34)
Pink Parachute - "Disco Great Tokyo" (4:31)
Hatsumi Shibata - "Hazumi De Daite (A Woman In A Man's World)" (3:38)
Review: In the late 1970s and early 80s, disco swept through dancefloors across the world, with musicians, producers and labels in all four corners of the world recording and releasing their own local variations on the New York-pioneered sound. This fine compilation digs into the Japanese interpretation of the sound, offering up a selection of gems pulled from the vaults of the Nippon Columbia imprint. As you'd expect, there are some genuinely soaring and delightfully over-the-top cuts on show (see Godiego's 'The Odyssey Begins - Monkey Magic' and the disco-funk mania of Ikue Sakakibara's bilingual 'This Is Hot'), alongside such forgotten or lesser-celebrated gems as Yumi Moreta's rubbery bass-propelled 'Krishna', the strings-and-synth-drenched brilliance of Pink Parachute's 'Disco Great' and the ridiculously grandiose 'Hazumi De Daitte (A Woman Inside a Man's Body)' by Hatsumi Shibata.
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This Is Retro Soul 1969-1979
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Cat: BGPD 1118. Rel: 23 Oct 24
Millie Jackson & Isaac Hayes - "Sweet Music, Soft Lights, & You" (4:22)
Darrow Fletcher - "Now Is The Time For Love" (part 1) (3:17)
Phillip Mitchell - "I'll See You In Hell First" (3:12)
George Jackson - "Love Highjacker" (3:05)
The Magnificents - "I Can Fly" (3:48)
Millie Jackson - "It Hurts So Good" (3:25)
Cesar - "See Saw Affair" (3:24)
Ty Karim - "Lightin' Up" (3:14)
Brilliant Korners - "Three Lonely Guys" (mono) (2:37)
Debbie Lindsay - "Spells & Incantations" (2:59)
George Soule - "Midnight Affair" (mono) (3:20)
Soul Sensations - "When I Had You, Baby" (3:45)
Review: This Is Retro Soul 1969-1979 offers a vivid journey through the golden age of soul, spanning from the late 1960s to the late 1970s. Featuring a carefully curated selection of tracks, the album highlights the creativity and innovation of artists like Isaac Hayes, Millie Jackson and cult figures like George Jackson and Darrow Fletcher. From the deep emotion of ballads to infectious dance grooves, each track offers a fresh experience for both longtime soul fans and those new to the genre. Songs like Millie Jackson and Isaac Hayes' duet 'Sweet Music, Soft Lights And You' and George Jackson's 'Love Highjacker' evoke the elegance and passion of the era. Meanwhile, rarer gems like Cesar's 'See Saw Affair' and Ty Karim's 'Lightin' Up' reveal the depth of the soul scene's more obscure talents. The diversity of this collection, blending funk, r&b, gospel and jazz influences, creates a lively and sophisticated atmosphere. This Is Retro Soul is more than a trip down memory laneiit's a timeless reminder of the depth and brilliance of soul's most innovative period, inviting listeners to rediscover this iconic music anew.






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The Tarantino Experience
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Cat: FF 006CD. Rel: 07 Feb 25
Dick Dale & His Del-Tones - "Miserlou" (2:10)
Chuck Berry - "You Never Can Tell" (2:40)
Dennis Yost & The Classics IV - "Spooky" (2:45)
Screamin' Jay Hawkins - "I Put A Spell On You" (2:25)
Serge Gainsbourg - "Mambo Miam Miam" (2:30)
Paul Revere & The Raiders - "Good Thing" (3:03)
Bernard Herrmann And Orchestra - "Intro (Twisted Nerve)" (0:16)
Al Green - "Let's Stay Together" (3:11)
Dusty Springfield - "Son Of A Preacher Man" (2:25)
Wilson Pickett - "Something You Got" (2:52)
Clarence Carter - "Backstabbers" (2:41)
Billie Jo Spears - "Fever" (2:54)
Los Bravos - "Bring A Little Lovin'" (2:16)
Duane Eddy - "Rebel Rouser" (2:15)
The Hurricanes - "Out Of Limits" (2:02)
The Mamas & The Papas - "Straight Shooter" (2:56)
Richard Twang & His Cadillacs - "Apache" (2:47)
The Coasters - "Down In Mexico" (3:11)
Bobby Womack - "California Dreamin'" (3:10)
Brothers Johnson - "Strawberry Letter 23" (5:44)
Leroy Gomez & Santa Esmeralda - "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" (3:33)
Blue Swede - "Hooked On A Feeling" (2:50)
The Meters - "Look-Ka-Py-Py" (3:03)
Vanilla Fudge - "You Keep Me Hangin' On" (3:23)
 in stock $17.05
Down & Wired 8: A Dose Of Psychedelic Funk & Blue Eyed Soul
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Cat: PT 069LP. Rel: 10 Oct 24
The Undertakers - "Searching" (2:39)
The Rippers - "The Night At The Lagoone" (2:30)
Terry Pilittere - "You Wouldnt Believe Me" (2:32)
Teegarden & Van Winkle - "Doin' My Thing" (4:41)
The Essentials - "Oklahoma Blues" (3:49)
Big Top - "What Can I Do" (2:17)
Lony & The Misfits Ltd - "Birthday" (2:38)
Chuck Baker - "Got To Get Away From LA" (2:30)
Fresh Air - "I'm Tired" (3:09)
AGE - "Not Going Back" (5:49)
Synod - "Creatures Of Habit" (3:47)
 in stock $25.43
Black Girl (Record Store Day RSD 2024)
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Black Girl (Record Store Day RSD 2024) (180 gram clear black swirl vinyl LP with obi-strip)
Cat: 725854 4. Rel: 27 Apr 24
Black Girl (2:30)
BJ's Step (3:26)
Get Me To The Bridge (2:14)
Mother's Day Song I (1:52)
Power (2:44)
Mother's Day Song II (2:54)
Black Girl Cue I (0:59)
No World For Dreamers (3:14)
I Am Your Mailman (2:56)
What It Is (3:00)
Earl (Still A Pearl) (4:57)
Chock-lite Puddin' (2:42)
Black Girl Cue II (0:37)
Chock-lite Puddin' Cue (0:57)
Sister (2:09)
 in stock $50.86
Reference Point
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Reference Point (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: BBER 651. Rel: 28 Sep 23
Jeff Scott - "Mystery Of You" (6:32)
Caixa Cubo - "Palavras" (5:02)
Peter Gallway - "I Had A Friend" (3:36)
Bell Helium - "We Don't Have To Talk About It" (4:23)
Litto Nebbia & Los Musicos Del Centro - "Como Aprendi A Soportar Tus Inseguridades" (4:17)
Joe Thomas - "A Place In Space" (5:32)
Crosswind - "Heaven" (5:17)
Bugs Beddow - "Life" (5:43)
Astronauts, Etc - "I Know" (demo version) (3:44)
JR Quintet - "Factory Rhythms" (8:41)
MF Robots - "Make The Call" (extended version) (6:03)
April Fulladosa - "For Us" (3:35)
Kirk Reed - "California" (Shawn Lee mix) (4:01)
The Ambassador College Band & New World Singers - "Smile Upon Your Brother" (2:52)
John Standefer & Friends - "Easter Suite" (edit) (2:06)
Review: Mark GV Taylor and George Arthur are the deep diggers behind this new compilation on BBE and it takes its same from their own Reference Point events which pop up all over the place. They are known for travelling far and wide through various genres to explore lesser-known niches and that's what they do here with a broad and brilliant mix from across the ages. Across 15 cuts they serve up jazzy vocals numbers, 1970's Brazilian jazz and everything from soul, jazz, fusion, electronica, yacht rock and plenty more. Many of the tunes are hard to find in their original form, but some are much cheaper but totally less well-known - until now.
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 in stock $27.67
Sampladelia 2023
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Cat: EF 87. Rel: 18 Mar 24
Calequi Y Las Panteras - "Sandia"
El Sr Rojo - "Dos Gatos"
Astrid Jones & The Blue Flaps - "Shine"
Chacho Brodas - "Sta Mandanga"
Lalo Lopez Limited Orchestra - "Contradicciones" (feat Brigitte Emaga & Kapi One) (0:12)
Julia Martin - "Low"
Donny´s Black Shoes - "Why?!"
Drunk In Palace - "Hardfunk"
Juli Giuliani - "On My Way"
Javier Simon - "Las Paro Todas" (0:59)
 in stock $25.99
Beehive Breaks
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Beehive Breaks (LP in embossed sleeve)
Cat: NUM 510LP. Rel: 21 Mar 24
Sandy Gaye - "Watch The Dog That Bring The Bone" (2:16)
Betty Wright - "Mr Lucky" (2:42)
Marva Whitney - "Daddy Don't Know About Sugar Bear" (2:26)
The Trinikas - "Remember Me" (2:29)
Betty & Angel - "Honey Coated Loving" (3:15)
Arelean Brown - "I'm A Streaker Baby" (3:54)
The 20th Century - "Hot Pants" (part 1) (3:30)
Promise - "I'm Not Ready For Love" (2:45)
Pearl Dowdell - "Good Things" (2:37)
Fay Cooper - "Closer Together" (2:41)
Lolla Collins - "Save The Children (If There Is To Be A Tomorrow)" (2:55)
Soul Revival - "Do What You Gotta Do" (2:46)
Mae Young - "You Got Me Under Your Spell" (2:24)
The Ba-Roz - "Come Back Boy" (2:26)
Sonics Band - "Second Avenue" (3:52)
Review: 'Beehive Breaks' is a new curveball from the Numero label, pitting together 15 'feminine funk' fixtures for your listening pleasure. All sourced from the label's back catalogue, we're met with an impressive array of funky-drummed, double-X'ed ditties, from Sandy Gaye's Cruella-synched 'Watch The Dog That Brings The Bone' to James Brown's soul sister #1 Marva Whitney; from teenage girl gangs The Trinikas and Promise, to Miami's queen of soul, Betty Wright; and to top it all off, there's even a previously unissued belter from Chicago's Sonics Band on there.
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Beehive Breaks
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Beehive Breaks (green vinyl LP in embossed sleeve)
Cat: NUM 510LPC1. Rel: 21 Mar 24
Sandy Gaye - "Watch The Dog That Bring The Bone" (2:14)
Betty Wright - "Mr Lucky" (2:40)
Marva Whitney - "Daddy Don't Know About Sugar Bear" (2:25)
The Trinikas - "Remember Me" (2:30)
Betty & Angel - "Honey Coated Loving" (3:12)
Arelean Brown - "I'm A Streaker Baby" (3:53)
The 20th Century - "Hot Pants" (part 1) (3:32)
Promise - "I'm Not Ready For Love" (2:45)
Pearl Dowdell - "Good Things" (2:36)
Fay Cooper - "Closer Together" (2:37)
Lolla Collins - "Save The Children (If There Is To Be A Tomorrow)" (2:55)
Soul Revival - "Do What You Gotta Do" (2:46)
Mae Young - "You Got Me Under Your Spell" (2:20)
The Ba Roz - "Come Back Boy" (2:21)
Sonics Band - "Second Avenue" (3:52)
Review: Numero Group brings together a slew of desirable and very rare soul and funk songs together for one fantastic compilation. Many of these tracks in their original physical release form - you'd be looking at hundreds of dollars for the first pressings, so thank Numero Group for gathering these together and saving the fans from spending a lot of money and a lot of time finding them. Tracks like the amazing 'Mr.Lucky' by Betty Wright - which sounds fit for a blockbuster movie soundtrack - Trinikas' 'Remember Me' and the James Brown-like funk 'Good Things' by Pearl Dowdell are must have scarce tracks, but there's a host of yet to be discovered gemes here too, like Fay Cooper's 'Closer Together' and Betty & Angel's 'Everlasting Love'.
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 in stock $35.76
Merci Yaya Bongo: Les Groupes D'Animation Feminins Du Gabon 1982 - 1989 (reissue)
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Cat: SEC 017. Rel: 15 Apr 24
Missema - "Mbela Bongo" (7:28)
Groupe Kounabeli De Masuku & Patience Dabany - "Abaga Mbouga" (8:23)
Oyana Efiem Pelagie - "Biloa" (5:29)
Groupe D'Animation UFPDG - "Mpebe" (7:05)
Groupe D'Animation UFPDG - "Tchatcha Tchatcha" (6:18)
Kolikagie De Masuku - "Miali Mi Kolikagie" (6:01)
Mi Kouagna De Mounana - "Legnila Nde Obele" (6:55)
Groupe D'Animation Kakoula Djele De Bongoville - "Yaya Omar Bongo" (7:52)
Kounabeli De Mbilasuku - "Lekou Mobi" (6:46)
Groupe Kounabeli De Masuku & Orchestre Banowita - "Lessimbi" (6:49)
Patience Dabany - "Ayanga" (6:05)
Review: Merci Yaya Bongo: Female Animation Groups In Gabon 1982-1989 offers a spellbinding glimpse into Gabon's vibrant music scene of the 1980s. The compilation showcases the talent and creativity of several female groups and presents a diverse range of styles from Afrobeat to funk and disco. Tracks like 'Abaga Mbouga' and 'Yaya Omar Bongo' exude infectious rhythms and soulful melodies and highlight the unique sound of Gabonese music during this era. With its rare and obscure selections, this compilation serves as a valuable homage to the overlooked contributions of female artists in shaping the country's musical heritage.
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タグ: African | Soukous
 in stock $39.40
This Is Funky Jazz
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Cat: BGPD 1121. Rel: 24 Apr 25
Richard "Groove" Holmes - "Six Million Dollar Man Theme" (5:55)
Cookin' Bag - "Super Strut" (5:26)
The Pazant Brothers - "Work Song" (2:41)
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - "Peace & Love" (2:31)
Oliver Nelson - "Skull Session" (6:01)
Harold Alexander - "Mama Soul" (5:45)
Bob Thiele Emergency - "Head Start" (2:57)
Joe Bataan - "Theme From The Men" (7:15)
Pretty Purdie - "Put It Where You Want It" (5:15)
Chucky Thurmon & Pharris Wheel - "Drifting" (3:05)
 in stock $20.68
The Sound Of Philadelphia Volume 2: Satisfaction Guaranteed (50th Anniversary Edition)
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The Sound Of Philadelphia Volume 2: Satisfaction Guaranteed (50th Anniversary Edition) (limited numbered 12" + unmixed 8xCD box set + hard-back book + poster + insert in slip-case (soundfiles not avaliable))
Cat: NPCC 3165. Rel: 10 Feb 25
Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes - "The Love I Lost" (feat Teddy Pendergrass) (6:27)
The O'Jays - "It's Too Strong" (The O'jays) (3:07)
Billy Paul - "CD1: Feelin' Good At The Cadillac Club"
The O' Jays - "CD2: In Philadelphia"
The Intruders - "CD3: Super Hits"
Spiritual Concept - "CD4: Spiritual Concept"
The Three Degrees - "CD5: The Three Degrees"
Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes - "CD6: Black & Blue"
The O'Jays - "CD7: Ship Ahoy"
Billy Paul - "CD8: War Of The Gods"
 in stock $153.67
Praise Poems Volume 10: A Journey Into Deep Soulful Jazz & Funk From The 1970s
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Cat: TRCD 9125. Rel: 06 Feb 25
Color Me Blu - "Fields Of Laughter"
Apple - "Love Melody In E Minor"
Tribal Sinfonia - "Do You Want Me"
Harve & Charee - "New Me"
Kwartet Frits Kaatee - "Easy Evil"
Ernie Scott Trio - "Souled Out"
Bunker Hill - "Dionysis"
San Diego - "Sands Of Malibu"
Synod - "Sheryl Song Is Gonna Do My Dancing"
Whiz Kids - "Long Time Gone"
Ross Miller - "I Can Love Her Anyway"
Thunderbolt The Wondercolt - "Ragged Edge"
Eyrle Oliver - "Lovely Lady"
Lisa Richards - "A Day In The Life Of A Fool"
Joe Bozzi Quintet - "Masquerade"
George Melvin Quintet - "It's Good Not To Forget"
Review: Tramp Records celebrate a whopper milestone, with the label's 125th record taking shape as a reconnaissant celebration of 1970s soul jazz and funk, forming part of the Praise Poems series. Launched to fare an interminable journey through the many privately pressed, furtively released and/or criminally undersung jazz-funk-soul records of yore, and with an international focus, this is a rather special case of one such compilation series making it to its tenth edition, and still retaining the kind of quality control and assiduity most comp-curators may only dream of. From the opening, ultra-headsy 'Fields Of Laughter' by the chartless American band Color Me Blu, to instrumental AOR from pianist George Melvin's short-lived Quintet, you can expect to hear super-rarities here, with some originals only having heard but two acetates to their names at first press.
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 in stock $13.13
Praise Poems Volume 10: A Journey Into Deep Soulful Jazz & Funk From The 1970s
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Cat: TRLP 9125. Rel: 06 Feb 25
Color Me Blu - "Fields Of Laughter"
Apple - "Love Melody In E Minor"
Tribal Sinfonia - "Do You Want Me"
Harve & Charee - "New Me"
Kwartet Frits Kaatee - "Easy Evil"
Ernie Scott Trio - "Souled Out"
Bunker Hill - "Dionysis"
San Diego - "Sands Of Malibu"
Synod - "Sheryl Song Is Gonna Do My Dancing"
Whiz Kids - "Long Time Gone"
Ross Miller - "I Can Love Her Anyway"
Thunderbolt The Wondercolt - "Ragged Edge"
Eyrle Oliver - "Lovely Lady"
Lisa Richards - "A Day In The Life Of A Fool"
Joe Bozzi Quintet - "Masquerade"
George Melvin Quintet - "It's Good Not To Forget"
Review: Tiny but big-hearted German label Tramp Rec. share Praise Poems, their latest journey deep into the heart of funk music. A curators' comp like few others, Tramp's tracking-down and selection efforts are little-matched here, and their assurances are comparably thorough. For example: "this album needs time and patience to be fully understood. Be prepared to listen to this album in tranquillity. If you do not do so you will most likely rate this release one out of five stars." The mystification of a records by the issuer prescribing how one might listen to it is an old and well-known trick, but we think it may genuinely apply in this case: Gemstones' 'Cold Soul', Cookie Thomas' 'Black Velvet Soul' and Lee Stone's 'What Is Life' are all examples of soft-spoken rarities. All the tracks here, in fact, were recorded courteously and dynamically, and not bombastically; such was characteristic of the best Latin and North American blues, jazz and funk of the 70s.
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This Is DJ's Choice Volume 4: Gu
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Cat: UNIQ 3112. Rel: 29 Feb 24
The Sweet Vandals - "Too Much"
Diesler - "Revelations" (Jazz Invaders remix)
Get In The Scene - "Bamboos" (feat Ohmega Watts)
Naomi Davis & The Knights Of Forty First Street - "The Forty First Street Breakdowne"
Eli Goulart E Banda Do Mato - "Sunny"
Daddy-O Of Stetsasonic - "Drumma Man"
The Supersonics - "The Chosen One"
Sharon Jackson & The Soul Destroyers - "Fakin' It"
Carlton Jumel Smith & The Cold Diamond & Milk - "Remember Me"
Jay Are - "It's Jay Are" (feat Tiffany Page)
 in stock $21.23
The Original Sound Of Mali 2
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Cat: MRBCD 278. Rel: 06 Feb 25
Ousmane Kouyate & Ambassadeurs Internationaux - "Kefimba"
Bouba Et Sokona Sacko - "Mamaniya"
Les Ambassadeurs Du Motel De Bamako - "Get Up James"
Allata Broulaye - "Moussokeleyato"
Tentemba Jazz Du Mali - "Yayoroba"
Tiwara Band De Kati - "Kogola"
Rail Band - "Massare Mousso"
Les Ambassadeurs Du Motel De Bamako - "Matou Kagni"
Mystere Jazz De Tombouctou - "Sidi Yahia"
Allata Broulaye - "Yayoroba"
Les Messagers Du Mali - "Diamana Diarra"
Tiwara Band De Kati - "Midnight Hour"
 in stock $14.81
The Mood Mosaic Vol 21: Take It Easy
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The Mood Mosaic Vol 21: Take It Easy (limited gatefold 2xLP + poster)
Cat: MMR 1224LP. Rel: 13 May 24
Yellow - "The Ghetto (Getto/Yellow In Kyoto)" (8:05)
Quincy Jones & Ray Brown Orchestra - "Fat Cat Strut" (6:07)
Miguel Angel Fuster - "Polvo Lunar" (8:50)
Michel Sardaby - "Welcome New Warmth" (4:14)
David Alexrod - "Mucho Chupar" (3:09)
Brute Force & His Drum - "Weird & Wonder" (2:55)
Johnny Frigo - "Thank You" (5:18)
John Sangster - "Hair" (2:49)
Boris Gardiner - "Ghetto Funk" (3:06)
Fred Wesley - "Blow Your Head" (4:44)
The Motherhood - "Back In The Dark" (2:34)
Leo Acosta - "Rencorosa" (3:22)
The Bridge - "Alles Klar" (3:29)
Review: Volume 21 in Mood Mosaic's eponymous funk and soul 'moods' series brings serious retrograde heaters onto yet another steamy double LP. Classics from the likes of Yellow, Quincy Jones, Miguel Angel Fuster, Michael Sardaby, David Axelrod, Brute Force, Johnny Frigo, John Sangster, Boris Gardiner, Fred Wesley, The Motherhood, Leo Acosta and The Bridge adorn this waxen beauty, making for a multifaceted foray into an alternate palm-leaved fantasy world.
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 in stock $36.32
Everybody Is A Star: The Sly Stone Songbook
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Cat: CDTOP 1656. Rel: 27 Feb 25
Joe Hicks - "Life And Death In G & A" (live)
Eric Benet - "If You Want Me To Stay"
Ike & Tina Turner & The Ikettes - "I Want To Take You Higher"
Jeff Buckley - "Everyday People"
Gene Harris - "Don't Call Me N***er, Whitey"
Stairsteps - "Everybody Is A Star"
Bobby Freeman - "Friends"
Magazine - "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)"
The Magnificent Men - "Open Up & Get Richer"
Al Jarreau - "Somebody's Watching You"
Sly & The Family Stone - "Man Does Not Live" (demo)
Diana Ross - "Le Lo Li"
The Raincoats - "Running Away"
The Hearts Of Soul - "Sing A Simple Song"
John Lee's Groundhogs - "I'll Never Fall In Love Again"
6IX - "I'm Just Like You"
Rose Banks - "I Get High On You"
Iggy Pop - "Family Affair"
George & Teddy & The Condors - "Nite People Make It"
The Three Degrees - "You're The One"
David T Walker - "Hot Fun In The Summertime"
The Jackson 5 - "Stand!"
 in stock $15.37
French Rare Groove
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Cat: 359697 4311763. Rel: 23 Apr 24
Jean-Jacques Perrey - "E V A" (3:07)
Janko Nilovic - "Drug Song" (3:07)
Vladimir Cosma - "Exkalibur" (2:35)
Michel Magne & David Gilmour - "I Must Tell You Why" (2:38)
Syntaxe - "L'Anthropofemme" (Chanson) (3:46)
Philippe Sarde - "L'Appartement" (2:00)
Paul Martin & Jean-Pierre Castaldi - "Le Troublant Temoi De Paul Martin" (4:19)
Bernard Lloret - "Digen" (3:03)
Jacques Arconte - "Movie Town" (4:51)
Cliff Cardwin - "Work City" (3:12)
Janko Nilovic - "Soul Impressions" (2:08)
Jean-Claude Pierric - "Move Man" (2:48)
Edition Speciale - "Monsieur Business" (3:10)
Jean-Claude Petit - "Skyway" (3:00)
Christian Chevalier - "Tecumseh" (3:42)
Francis Lai - "Somewhere In The Night" (3:02)
Eden Rose - "Reinyet Number" (4:29)
Karl-Heinz Schafer - "Kidnapping" (1:18)
Bruno Leys - "Dans La Galaxie" (2:59)
Francis Lai - "Young Freedom" (3:20)
Daniel Janin & Jean Luc Ferre - "Dig Yourself Up" (3:49)
Le Patchwork - "Patchwork" (4:15)
Roger Renaud - "Turn Me On" (3:53)
タグ: Rare groove | Disco Funk | French
 in stock $31.02
Disco Reggae Vol 2
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Disco Reggae Vol 2 (limited LP)
Cat: STIX 037LP. Rel: 17 Feb 22
Watermelon Man (Taggy Matcher disco mix)
Sambadi (7 Samurai disco remix)
Stand On The Word (7 Samurai electro dub version)
Do The Disco Skanking (Taggy Matcher)
The Fool (John Milk disco reggae mix)
Queen Of The Minstrels (Taggy Matcher disco mix)
Happy (Mato mix)
I'll Do Anything For You (Mato reggae remix)
Tainted Love (Grandmagneto original 7" version)
Review: After the success of last year's inaugural Disco Reggae compilation from Stix, it's no surprise the long running reggae focused offshoot of Favorite Recordings have returned with a second collection. All the usual Stix suspects are present and correct here with Matcher, 7 Samurai, Mato, and John Milk all contributing to the nine tracks that will nice up any dancehall that's got a sense of humour. Stand out cuts include the 7 Samurai Electro Dub take on Levan classic "Stand On The Word" and the Grandmagneto cover of "Tainted Love". The Mato mix of "Happy" is as chalk or cheese as the original from that fella in the big hat.
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タグ: Reggae Disco
 in stock $24.58
The Tarantino Experience Take 3
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The Tarantino Experience Take 3 (gatefold yellow & red vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: FF 0006. Rel: 09 Dec 24
Jose Feliciano - "California Dreamin'" (4:01)
The Friends Of Distinction - "Grazing In The Grass" (2:53)
Bobby Womack - "Across 110th Street" (3:46)
Dave Berry - "Little Things" (2:24)
Isaac Hayes, Gloria Gaynor - "You're The First The Last My Everything" (4:33)
Pumpkin Pie - "Stuck In The Middle With You" (3:23)
Pacific Gas & Electric - "Are You Ready?" (5:46)
The Miracles - "Love Machine" (3:03)
Dean Martin - "Rio Bravo" (3:01)
Billie Davis - "I Want You To Be My Baby" (2:41)
The Michael Zager Band - "Lets All Chant" (3:03)
Groove Heritage - "Theme From S W A T" (4:03)
Box Tops - "Cry Like A Baby" (2:33)
Brothers Johnson - "Strawberry Letter 23" (5:44)
The Delfonics - "Didn't I Blow Your Mind This Time" (3:17)
Paul Revere & The Raiders - "Good Thing" (3:12)
Ohio Express - "Chewy, Chewy" (2:35)
Zed Is Dead - "Theme From Shaft" (3:12)
The Chi-Lites - "Have You Seen Her" (4:47)
Eddie Floyd - "Knock On Wood" (2:59)
Lynn Anderson - "Stand By Your Man" (2:42)
Eddie Hodges - "I'm Gonna Knock On Your Door" (2:05)
Dolly Parton - "Letter To Heaven" (2:35)
Howlin' Wolf - "Somebody In My Home" (2:20)
Johnny & The Hurricanes - "Beatnik Fly" (1:44)
Review: This third part in an ongoing series of records to focus on the music of the films of Quentin Tarantino continues where Reloaded left off by offering a double album packed with iconic tracks. Featuring gems like Jose Feliciano's 'California Dreamin',' Bobby Womack's 'Across 110th Street' and The Brothers Johnson's 'Strawberry Letter 23,' it celebrates Tarantino's unparalleled ability to pair music with storytelling. Songs from Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill: Vol. 1, Jackie Brown, Reservoir Dogs, Death Proof and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood all feature here on hello w and red vinyl and create a sonic tribute to one of cinema's greatest visionaries. With stunning artwork and remastered sound, this is a superb document of some of film's most famous musical moments.
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 in stock $34.92
Harde Smart Volume 2: Flemish & Dutch Grooves From The 80's
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Cat: SDBANLP 18. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Step By Step - "Ik Laat Me Niet Belazeren" (3:19)
Monica Rypma - "Ik Hou Veel Van Jou" (3:08)
Bloedgroep O - "Slow Motion" (4:49)
Francis Verdoodt & Tegelliedje & Herrie - "Gevaarlijk" (Harde Smart edit) (3:31)
Rob Glotzbach - "Hoofdstuk 1" (2:47)
Noodweer - "De Toekomst Laat Me Koud" (3:37)
Jan Hautekiet - "Nachttrafiek" (2:16)
Peter Praet & Praeters - "Enkel Proberen" (3:36)
Omar & The New Sound - "Drugs" (3:58)
Joost Belinfante - "Zonder Woorden" (3:54)
De Div - "Teken De Tijd" (4:45)
MAM - "Ongelofelijk" (2:37)
Cocododo - "Roekoe" (6:32)
Kurt Van Eeghem - "Cool He, Jongen" (3:10)
Nadagen - "Onder 4 Ogen" (3:18)
Mensen Blaffen - "Braziliaanse Woud" (3:57)
Wim De Craene - "Hoor" (4:20)
 in stock $32.14
Nighttime Lovers Volume 13: A Fine Collection Of Disco Funk Classics Of The 80's
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Cat: PTG 34104. Rel: 16 Feb 11
Jones Girls - "Keep It Comin"
Atlantic Starr - "One Love"
Freda Payne - "In Motion" (vocal)
Indeep - "The Record Keeps Spinning"
Legacy - "Word Up"
Marz - "Everybody Get Up"
Peasure - "Sending My Love"
Lew Kirton - "Talk To Me"
Mona Rae - "Do Me"
Spencer Jones - "Miss Friday"
Jerry Knight - "She's Got To Be (A Dancer)"
Michael Wycoff - "Still Got The Magic (Sweet Delight)"
Mike & Brenda Sutton - "We'll Make It"
 in stock $17.88
Brazilian Disco Boogie Sounds 1978-1982: Selected By Junior Santos
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Cat: FVR 098CD. Rel: 27 Nov 14
Cristina Camargo - "Moral Tem Hora"
Solange - "Quero Um Baby Seu"
Sandra De Sa - "Negra Flor"
Rabo De Saia - "Ripa Na Xulipa"
Claudia Telles - "Um Momento Qualquer"
Carlos Dafe - "Escorpiao"
Famks - "Labirinto"
Painel De Controle - "Relax"
Paulo Ramos - "Gosto Amargo De Vida"
 in stock $18.16
Doing It In Lagos: Boogie Pop & Disco In 1980s Nigeria
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Doing It In Lagos: Boogie Pop & Disco In 1980s Nigeria (gatefold 3xLP + 7" + 8 page booklet + MP3 download code)
Cat: SNDWLP 087. Rel: 15 Nov 22
Hotline - "Fellas Doing It In Lagos" (5:38)
Peter Abdul - "Don't You Know" (3:47)
Steve Monite - "Only You" (6:19)
Oby Onyioha - "Enjoy Your Life" (6:15)
Kio Amachree - "Ivory" (5:11)
Livy Ekemezie - "Holiday Action" (5:13)
Willy Roy - "Don't Give Up" (6:40)
Danny Offia & The Friks - "Funk With Me" (5:20)
Rick Asikpo & Afro Fusion - "Too Hot" (5:18)
Toby Foyeh - "Ore Mi" (5:44)
Gboyega Adelaja - "Colourful Environment" (5:19)
Mike Umoh - "Shake Your Body" (6:01)
Burnis Moleme - "Where Is The Answer" (7:00)
Sony Enang - "Don't Stop That Music" (5:10)
Nkono Teles - "Be My Lady" (mix) (4:28)
Veno - "Groove I Like" (3:34)
Godfrey Odili - "Let's Do More Music" (7:40)
Terry Mackson - "Distant Lover" (5:33)
Ofege - "Burning Jungle" (bonus 7") (3:21)
Lexy Mella - "On The Air" (Rap mix - Frankie Francis edit - bonus 7") (3:47)
Review: Soundway offer us a new compilation featuring 20 rare tracks from the currently much talked about world of Nigerian pop music; a zeitgeist of their early 1980s club culture. The country's economy was booming at the time and so was its recording industry. Strongly influenced by '70s disco and funk, this new generation were, as the liner notes explain "Eager to sound as American as possible with no hint of the fervour for afro-beat, afro-rock and afrocentric thinking that the 1970s had thrown up". The original albums that many of these singles came from go for exorbitant prices online, so here's a chance to snap up some of the periods finest music, remastered across three 12"s.
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Ghana Special Volume 2: Electronic Highlife & Afro Sounds In The Diaspora 1980-93
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Cat: SNDWLP 148. Rel: 09 May 24
The Godfathers - "Ebe Ye Yie Ni" (6:02)
Pat Thomas - "Gye Wani" (5:21)
Bessa Simons - "Sii Nana" (5:42)
Rex Gyamfi - "Obiara Bewu" (6:54)
Pepper, Onion, Ginger & Salt - "MC Mambo" (5:15)
Andy Vans - "Adjoa Amisa" (edit) (4:51)
Starlite - "Anoma Koro" (edit) (8:14)
Abdul Raheem - "Alaiye" (4:27)
Ernest Honny - "New Dance" (4:04)
Kwasi Afari Minta - "Barima Nsu" (edit) (4:42)
Marijata - "Otanhunu" (7:34)
Jon K - "Asafo" (4:44)
Dadadi - "Jigi Jigi" (4:52)
Gyedu Blay Ambolley - "Apple" (6:07)
Charles Amoah - "Fre Me (Call Me)" (6:17)
George Darko - "Kaakyire Nua" (7:49)
Nan Mayen - "Mumude" (3:19)
Nana Budjei - "Asobrachie" (5:03)
Review: New to Soundway Records comes this second edition of Ghana Special, a comprehensive compilation of '80s Ghanaian-diasporic highlife and its embrace of synthesiser and new wave elements. 20 years on from the first compilation in the series, which was released in 2009 and focused on modern and contemporary forms of highlife, this second volume focuses more on tracing the development of the sound as it took on increasingly synthetic forms. The scheme of things goes something like this: drum machines and synthesisers appeared alongside lilting guitar lines and punchy horns, and Ghanaian musicians began incorporating US disco and boogie, r&b, European new wave, and Caribbean zouk and soca into their music. A kind of socioeconomic history lesson conjoins this musicology: the eighties saw unrestricted migration policies in Western nations in the postcolonial era, which enabled new crossover industries to flourish. Thus the music you hear on this compilation was born, and thrived, and continues to thrive.
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Kenya Special: Selected East African Recordings From The 1970's & '80's
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Cat: SNDWCD 046. Rel: 24 Apr 13
The Loi Toki Tok - "Ware Wa"
The Rift Valley Brothers - "Mu Africa"
Slim Ali & The Famous Hodi Boys - "Watoto Nyara"
The Mombasa Vikings - "Mama Matotoya"
The Lulus Band - "Ngwendeire Guita"
Mbiri Young Stars - "Ndiri Ndanogio Niwe"
Gatanga Boys Band - "Wendo Ti Mbia"
Orchestre Veve Star - "Nitarudia"
Hafusa Abasi & Slim Ali with The Kikulacho Yahoos Band - "Sina Raha"
Do 7 Band - "HO Ochiri"
New Gatanga - "Thoni Na Caki"
The Lulus Band - "Nana"
Nashil Pichen & The Eagles Lupopo - "Ng'ong'a Wa Mwanjalo"
Orchestre Baba National - "Sweet Sweet Mbombo"
Afro '70 - "Cha-Umheja"
Peter Tsotsi Juma & The Eagles Lupopo - "Kajo Golo Weka"
The Lulus Band - "Mutumia Muriu"
Sophia Ben & The Eagles Lupopo - "See Serere"
The Loi Toki Tok - "Leta Ngoma"
Orchestre Super Volcano - "Mngeni Mali Yare Yore"
The Rift Valley Brothers - "Tiga Kurira"
Kalambya Boys - "Kivelenge"
Huruma Boys Band - "Teresia"
Gatanga Boys Band - "Keep Change Kairitu"
The Famous Nyahururu Boys - "Mwendwa"
The Eagles Lupopo - "Pelekani"
Ndalani 77 Brothers - "Nzaumi"
Afro 70 - "Afrousa (Move On)"
Nairobi Matata Jazz - "Tamba Tamba"
Kiratu & His Group - "Yanagiria Kayo"
Afro 70 - "Week End"
The Mombasa Vikings - "Kibe Kibe"
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Nighttime Lovers Volume 32
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Cat: PTG 34252. Rel: 02 Sep 21
Chapter 8 - "It's My Turn"
Tavasco - "Love Is Trying To Get A Hold Of Me"
Waldo - "Love I Feel Inside"
Midnight Star - "Can You Stay With Me"
Jewel - "You're So Jealous"
New Birth - "Hangin' Out"
Heatwave - "Find It In Your Heart"
Trace Of Smoke - "Treasure Mind"
Brief Encounter - "Sweet Tender Loving"
Josie James - "Call Me"
Bobby Broom - "Share My Love"
Rick Smith - "We Belong In Love"
Gladys Knight & The Pips - "Reach High"
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Masterpiece: The Ultimate Disco Funk Collection Volume 33
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Cat: PTG 34254. Rel: 27 Apr 22
Angel - "Tomorrow Might"
David St George - "24-Hour Love Affair"
First Light - "Right Or Wrong" (feat Kevin Henry)
Bridget Cooper - "(Get Into) Love Groove"
James Cobbin & Prime Cut - "Caught In The Middle"
Systematic - "Sure Ain’t News"
Mint - "Let Me Be The One" (dance mix)
Carmin - "Playtoy" (long mix)
E'Lan - "Your Love Keeps Taking Me Higher"
FLOS Aka Former Ladies Of Supremes - "Get-Away"
Randy Brown - "Are You Lonely?"
Carol Shinnete - "Cyanide Love" (with The Concrete Band)
The Prajekt - "Real Love"
タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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Comet Afro Rhythms Vol 2
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Cat: COMET 101. Rel: 03 Mar 22
Tony Allen - "African Man" (Ricardo Villalobos & M Loderbauer remix) (10:10)
Brighter Nights - "Cotton's Field" (Jeff Sharel Minimal edit) (7:22)
Theo Parrish, Tony Allen & Eska - "Day Like This" (Molo remix) (3:47)
Donso - "Awakening" (Krazybaldhead remix) (4:34)
Tony Allen - "Afrodiscobeat" (Africaine808 rework) (9:55)
Review: The term Afro-house seems to be getting chukka bout ever more freely and ever less responsibly these days. This second volume of Afro Rhythms from Comet France does have some credible and authentic claims on the term though with source material by Afro beat legend Tony Allen amongst others getting some fine remix treatment. Ricardo Villalobos & Max Loderbauer go first with an elastic dub, Jeff Sharel layers in more minimal textures to his remix of Brighter Nights and on the flip is a standout from Ed Banger's Krazy Baldhead which is all tin-pot percussion, shuffling broken rhythms and off grid madness.
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タグ: Afro House
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Chicas: Spanish Female Singers 1962-1974
VARIOUS
Cat: VAMP I130. Rel: 01 Jan 90
Margarita Sierra - "Cha Cha Twist"
Pili Y Mili - "Un Chico Moderno"
Marisa Medina - "No Te Acuerdas De Mi"
Los Stop - "Extiende Tus Brazos"
Ellas - "Llovio"
Los Que Vivimos - "Contrapunto"
Sonia - "Aqui En Mi Nube"
Marisol - "Johnny"
Alicia Granados - "Batiendo Palmas"
Mirla - "Dejame En Paz"
Lorella Con Los Shakers - "Sola Estoy"
Los Hippy-Loyas - "Love, Love, Love"
Vainica Doble - "La Maquina Infernal"
Los Tios Queridos - "Por Eso Vuelve, Por Favor"
Fresia Soto - "Desencadena Mi Corazon"
Marisel - "Mi Baby"
Encarnita Polo - "Hava Naguila"
Marta Baizan - "Te Vere En Septiembre"
Laura Casale - "The More I See You"
Tania Velia - "Los Pepinillos"
Gelu - "Y... Y..."
Las Chic - "Cerca De Ti"
Los 3 Sudamericanos - "Yeh Yeh"
Lia Uya - "Mientes"
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More Bounce Presents: Feeding U New Knocks Vol 2
VARIOUS
Cat: WW 008. Rel: 08 Nov 19
Temu - "Let's Funk" (4:22)
Amin Payne - "Ode To Tom Browne" (2:48)
AAron EVO - "1995" (3:29)
Rebiere - "Make It Bounce More" (feat Pitch Controller Mitch) (3:03)
SKALP - "Bounce Upon A Time" (6:33)
Khadija - "Impossible" (feat Marian Tone - Soul Supreme remix) (3:32)
Otis McDonald - "On The One" (3:01)
Sivey - "World Series" (4:33)
Azteka - "Wondering" (3:37)
JAEL - "Rushing Av" (4:26)
Erik Rico - "I Adore U" (3:58)
Daniel Crawford - "DPG" (3:22)
Jonny Tobin - "Sunday Evening" (4:51)
FlamClap - "In The Pocket" (2:50)
Played by: Fradinho
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Mr Bongo Record Club Volume Five
VARIOUS
Mr Bongo Record Club Volume Five (limited translucent pink vinyl 2xLP + insert)
Cat: MRBLP 237PINK. Rel: 03 Jun 22
John Barry-Moore - "Abertura De "Os Inocentes"" (1:48)
Willy Chirino - "Sing A Song (Canten Mi Cancion)" (4:17)
Malouma - "Nebine" (4:46)
Yasuaki Shimizu - "Kakashi" (4:39)
Mariah - "Shinzo No Tobira" (4:48)
Mave & Dave - "You Are Delicious" (4:40)
Pamoja - "Oooh, Baby" (3:40)
Mark Capanni - "I Believe In Miracles" (3:02)
Admin - "Step Into Light" (4:37)
Phillip Malela - "Tiba Kamo" (3:14)
Gyedu Blay Ambolley - "Let's Be Happy" (Disco mix) (7:01)
Tyrone Evans - "Rise Up" (Discomix) (7:18)
Stimela - "I Hate Telling A Lie" (7:38)
Eamon - "Ready For War" (3:03)
Sven Wunder - "Mosaic" (2:59)
Hiroshi Suzuki - "Romance" (5:48)
Tete Da Bahia - "Duplo Sentido" (5:03)
タグ: African | Japanese | MPB
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More Loving On The Flipside: Sweet Funk & Beat Heavy Ballads 1968-1975
VARIOUS
Cat: NA 5282LP. Rel: 11 Feb 25
Del Jones - "The Last Letter"
Herb Johnson - "Where Are You"
Timothy Mcnealy - "Will You Be There"
Little Beaver - "Do Right Man"
Soul Superiors - "Trust In Me Baby" (feat Sherman Willis)
Outback - "Strangers In Our Homeland"
The Montecarlos - "If You Leave"
Words Of Wisdom - "You Made Me Everything"
Soul Charges - "My Heart Beats For You"
The Power Of Attorney - "I'm Just Your Clown"
James Reese - "Throwing Stones" (Kenny Dope main mix)
Richard Marks - "I'm With You Love"
Bonnie Floyd - "You're My Everything"
The Ledgends - "A Fool For You"
Apple & The Three Oranges - "Moonlight"
Review: Loving On The Flip Side compiles overlooked ballads from the flip sides of funk 45s in the Now-Again and Truth and Soul vaults, all presented in the same format as the Soul Cal anthology. This collection showcases incredible music that pairs heavy funk with sweet soul to create a sound the label calls "sweet funk." The journey began nearly a decade ago with the discovery of the Darling Dears and Funky Heavy's unique two-sided single which sparked a search that led to their full inclusion in this anthology. The process unearthed other soulful gems and now culminates in an essential exploration of black American creativity and musical innovation.
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Funk & Soul Instrumentals 1968 (Record Store Day RSD 2025)
VARIOUS
Cat: 62573. Rel: 19 Apr 25
Sounds Of Synanon - "Extra Long Hoop La" (4:54)
Mike Boyd - "Sock It To Me" (5:01)
Matadors - "Funky Judge" (3:16)
Jonny Brown - "Chain Of Fools" (2:31)
Duke Payne - "The Bottom" (2:36)
The Capitols - "Cool Jerk ’68" (2:11)
Trudy Pitts - "Trudy 'n' Blue" (4:23)
John Phillip Soul - "Soul Strut" (2:11)
Sam Rhodes - "Shake Your Soul Honey" (2:23)
Roy Briant - "Poochie" (2:59)
The Soul Machine - "Bag Of Goodies" (2:39)
Roy Ward - "Horse With A Freeze" (5:09)
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100% Dynamite! Ska Soul Rocksteady & Funk In Jamaica (remastered)
VARIOUS
Cat: SJRLP 321. Rel: 28 Sep 15
Willie Williams - "Armageddon Time" (2:25)
Toots & The Maytals - "Night & Day" (2:46)
The Marvels - "Rocksteady" (3:04)
The Upsetters - "Popcorn" (2:02)
Bunny Clarke - "Be Thankful" (3:18)
Tommy McCook - "Green Mango" (3:38)
Brentford All-Stars - "Greedy G" (3:36)
Lennie Hibbert - "Real Hot" (2:25)
Horace Andy - "My Soul" (2:29)
Johnny Osbourne - "We Need Love" (3:34)
Bunny Brown - "I Love The Way You Love" (2:28)
Jackie Mittoo - "Stereo Freeze" (3:00)
Phyllis Dillon - "Woman Of The Ghetto" (3:17)
Cedric Brooks - "Give Rasta Glory" (4:19)
Alton Ellis - "Son Of Man" (2:39)
Sound Dimension - "Granny Scratch Scratch" (3:49)
Lloyd Robinson - "Cuss Cuss" (6:22)
Sound Dimension - "Drum Song" (4:19)
Ken Boothe - "Is It Because I'm Black" (3:50)
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Miles Away: One
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Cat: MALP 001. Rel: 20 Jun 24
Idris Muhammad - "I'm A Believer" (5:12)
True Transfusion & Linco - "No Communication" (part 1) (5:25)
Uneda Dennard & The Shandells Band - "Fantasy Ride" (3:47)
Sold Gold Revue - "She's So Good" (feat Ray Crumley) (4:03)
Eugene Smiley & The Essence Of Love - "Yes It's You" (3:24)
Ruth Waters & The State Of Mind Show Band - "Superstar" (extended version) (6:30)
Oscar Lopez Ruiz - "Las Venganzas De Beto Sanchez" (2:07)
Paulina Viroga - "Vale Volar" (3:44)
Laine August - "Be My Friend" (2:46)
Colour - "Deeper" (3:22)
Margaret Singana - "Why Did You Do It" (3:32)
Bimbo E I Milionari - "Milionbimbo" (Ric Piccolo edit) (4:29)
Milan Kymlicka - "It's Over" (3:37)
Review: Miles Away: One, curated by label founder Dom Ore, is a soulful journey spanning continents, eras, and genres. Rooted in soul, this compilation seamlessly blends legendary musical figures with lesser-known gems, creating a cohesive listening experience. Disc one kicks off with Idris Muhammad's spiritual-jazz masterpiece 'I'm A Believer,' leading into modern soul and disco selections that showcase Miles Away's reputation. Highlights include Eugene Smiley's rare crossover-soul track 'Yes It's You' and Solid Gold Revue's infectious dance cut 'She's So Good.' The compilation also features enduring soul funk like 'No Communication' by True Transfusion and gospel-infused sounds like 'Fantasy Ride' by Uneda Dennard. Disc two takes a different turn, offering soundtrack and library music cuts alongside eclectic finds like Laine August's electro-pop gem 'Be My Friend' and Colour's stripped-back street-soul track 'Deeper.' The set concludes with Margaret Singana's timeless cover of Stretch's 'Why Did You Do It.' Painstakingly researched and officially licensed, each track is accompanied by in-depth liner notes, honoring the artists and their music. Miles Away: One is a worthy addition to any collection.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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Habibi Funk: An Eclectic Selection Of Music From The Arab World
VARIOUS
Cat: HABIBI 0071. Rel: 14 Dec 17
Fadoul - "Bsslama Hbibti" (4:54)
Bob Destiny - "Wang Dang" (4:37)
Attarazat Addahabia - "Unknown" (4:15)
Jalil Bennis Et Les Golden Hands - "Mirza" (2:17)
Sharhabeel Ahmed - "Irkos Farfesh" (4:37)
Belbao - "Casablanca Shuffle" (3:03)
Mallek Mohamed - "Rouhi Ya Hafida" (4:01)
Freh Kodja - "La Coladera" (3:13)
Kamal Keila - "Al Asafir" (5:20)
Ahmed Malek - "Tape 19.11" (2:46)
Hamid El Shaeri - "Ayonha" (3:39)
Ahmed Malek - "Bossa" (2:42)
Samir & Abboud - "Games" (3:27)
Al Massrieen - "Sah" (3:44)
Gharbi Sadok & Georges Garzia - "Lala Tibki" (3:00)
Dalton - "Soul Brother" (3:44)
Review: Habibi Funk has subtitled this tasty label compilation "an eclectic selection of music from the Arab world". It's an apt description, because the double vinyl set is little less than a whistle-stop tour of killer cuts from North Africa and the Middle East. Amongst the dirty and driving Morccoan funk (see Fadoul's righteously heavy opener), Arabic rock and roll (the Beatles-in-Timbukto flex of Jalil Bellis), Lebanese disco, Sudanese throw-downs and Algerian floor-burners, you'll find a quintet of previously unreleased tracks discovered during the label's extensive vault-digging explorations around the Arabic world. We can think of few finer introductions to vintage Arabic dance music, to be honest, and would heartily recommend it.
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Get It Right: Afro Dub Funk & Punk Of Recreational Records '81-‘82
VARIOUS
Cat: ERC 116. Rel: 05 Sep 22
Scream + Dance - "In Rhythm" (12" mix)
Talisman - "Wicked Dem" (12" mix)
Animal Magic - "Get It Right"
X-Certs - "Untogether"
Electric Guitairs - "Don't Wake The Baby"
Talisman - "Run Come Girl" (12" mix)
Scream + Dance - "Giacometti" (Wicked mix)
Ivory Coasters - "Mungaka Makossa"
Animal Magic - "Trash The Blad"
Scream + Dance - "In Pink & Black"
Review: The Emotional Rescue label has done a superb job of shining a light on the British post punk scene over the last decade or so. It now does so once more in fantastic fashion with a compilation of tunes from Bristol's short lived but much loved Recreational Records. The 10 tunes have been remastered and recut and they all sound as good now as ever. Highlights include X-Certs - 'Untogether' and Electric Guitar's 'Don't Wake The Baby' which sum up the collection perfect with their jangling dub rhythms, heavily treated vocals and oodles of delay all twisting your melon. This releases was included in Bandcamp's Essential Releases 2022.



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Nowhere Like Here: Love Songs From The Caribbean & Diaspora
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Cat: ERC 131. Rel: 03 Apr 23
Avalanche - "Your Love Is Such A Good Thing" (4:21)
Paul Thompson - "Can I Take You Home?" (4:33)
Keith Robinson - "Keep On Dancing" (8:12)
Ras Ibuna - "Black Beauty" (4:06)
Warp Speed - "Take It To The Night" (4:40)
Majority - "Caroline" (3:39)
Keith Robinson - "Never Let Go" (5:31)
Burning Flames - "Can't Let Go" (5:29)
Review: Nowhere Like Here: Love Songs From The Caribbean & Diaspora is a perfectly escapist new double album from Emotional Rescue that has been drawn from the "off kilter digging of archivist, DJ and collector Bruno." It's a sister collection to the Perfect Motion album that focuses on new wave and leftfield pop and is already a cult classic. This lovely album also makes ten years of this fine label and is a tasteful assembled selection perfectly befitting of that occasion from this much-loved imprint. Here's to the next ten years.


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Apiafo
Apiafo (limited LP)
Cat: HC 32LP. Rel: 19 Sep 14
No Problem
Dangerous Bees
Pas Contente (feat Roger Damawuzan)
Meva
Happiness
Atta Calling
Wrong Road (feat Roger Damawuzan)
No Way To Go
Djin Ku Djin
Think Positive
 in stock $28.78
Fintou
Fintou (CD)
Cat: HC 85CD. Rel: 07 Feb 25
Retard
Koliko
Raler (feat Clara Serra Lopez)
Donne Un Peu
Tu Sauras (feat Lomevio)
C'est Pas Vrai
Ca Ira
Ready
Garantie
Midago
Plus De Cafe
 in stock $14.81
Fintou
Fintou (LP)
Cat: HC 85LP. Rel: 15 Jan 25
Retard (3:36)
Koliko (3:44)
Raler (feat Clara Serra Lopez) (3:48)
Donne Un Peu (4:09)
Tu Sauras (feat Lomevio) (3:28)
C'est Pas Vrai (3:29)
Ca Ira (3:49)
Ready (3:29)
Garantie (3:27)
Midago (4:03)
Plus De Cafe (3:52)
Review: Hot Casa has always been a proverbial hot pot of international sounds from across several rhythmic and cultural worlds. The New Year starts off on a strong footing for the French crew with a new album from Afro funk collective Vandou Game. It finds them reaching outside their usual Togolese confines to take inspiration from across the Atlantic. The record was made in the legendary OTODI studio with Peter Solo on hand to add his expertise to a bunch of feel-good, horn-laced workouts that are laden with percussion, have endlessly catchy rhythms and plenty of soulful, authentic vocal charms.
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タグ: Afrobeat | Afro Funk
 in stock $35.21
You Need This: An Introduction To Klinkhamer Records
Michel VEENSTRA / VARIOUS
Cat: BBE 620CLP. Rel: 18 Mar 22
Don Jules' Pules Band - "Kweenie" (12") (7:10)
Sergio Coppotelli - "Funky Blues" (6:23)
Eddie Holman - "Holy Ghost" (9:44)
Rene Van Helsdingen - "Offshore Sounds" (6:02)
Gianni Basso - "Epitaph" (7") (4:52)
Oasis Band - "Don't Let Love" (4:10)
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It's About Time (10th Anniversary Edition) (remastered)
Cat: RVSLP 1. Rel: 02 Apr 24
My Dear (3:41)
Medicine Spoon (3:06)
The Man Says (3:57)
The Agenda (3:42)
Looking For A Better Thing (3:54)
Soul Of The Earth (5:06)
Mr Wrong (3:08)
Longview (3:49)
It's About Time (3:48)
 in stock $65.38
Caetano Veloso (Tropicalia)
Caetano Veloso (Tropicalia) (180 gram vinyl LP + CD)
Cat: LR 337LP. Rel: 06 Mar 12
Tropicalia
Clarice
No Dia Que Eu Vim-Me Embora
Alegria, Alegria
Onde Andaras
Anunciacao
Superbacana
Paisagem Util
Clara
Sy Loco Por Ti, America
Ave-Maria
Eles
Tropicalia
Clarice
No Dia Que Eu Vim-Me Embora
Alegria, Alegria
Onde Andaras
Anunciacao
Superbacana
Paisagem Util
Clara
Sy Loco Por Ti, America
Ave-Maria
Eles
 in stock $20.10
Magica Musica Tour 2021
Magica Musica Tour 2021 (gatefold 180 gram vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: 194399 65421. Rel: 21 Apr 22
Appartamento (6:01)
Forse Ancora Dorme (8:25)
Sei Acqua (6:53)
Untitled (Jam 1 - Bologna) (9:08)
Lucy (6:05)
Altrove/Il Fu Venerus (2:35)
Solo Dove Vai Tu (5:15)
Fuori, Fuori, Fuori (3:12)
Untitled (Jam 2 - Bologna) (11:25)
Love Anthem No 1 (4:04)
IoxTe (7:35)
Luci (10:47)
 in stock $41.35
Congolese Funk Afro Beat & Psychedelic Rumba 1969-1978
Congolese Funk Afro Beat & Psychedelic Rumba 1969-1978 (gatefold 2xLP + MP3 download code)
Cat: AALP 077. Rel: 01 Dec 14
Bassala Hot
Ya Nini
Cheka Sana
Oui Verckys
Nakobala Yo Denise
Sex Veve
Sisa Motema
Talali Talala
Zonga Vonvon
Nakomi Paralise
Matinda Comono
 in stock $38.00
Okra
Okra (heavyweight vinyl LP)
Cat: SAPE 021. Rel: 08 Sep 22
Summer Party (3:57)
KP Cruisin (3:06)
Saguaro (5:18)
Awake For You (4:02)
45 Minutes (3:41)
The More We Love (2:24)
Heat Rays (5:08)
 in stock $92.76
Ali
Ali (CD)
Cat: DOC 274CD. Rel: 27 Sep 22
Savanne
Lobbo
Diarabi
Tongo Barra
Tamalla
Mahine Me
Ali Hala Abada
Alakarra
 in stock $12.29
Ali
Ali (gatefold LP)
Cat: DOC 274LP. Rel: 22 Sep 22
Savanne (5:09)
Lobbo (4:33)
Diarabi (5:01)
Tongo Barra (5:30)
Tamalla (5:56)
Mahine Me (2:41)
Ali Hala Abada (5:03)
Alakarra (2:39)
 in stock $27.94
Heavy Hymnal
Heavy Hymnal (white vinyl LP (indie exclusive))
Cat: 711297539653. Rel: 30 Jun 23
Who I Am (3:19)
You Already Know (3:26)
Not The One (3:38)
Baby What You Do (3:52)
Feelin' On (3:31)
The Love That Once Lingered (4:03)
Alright Alright (3:54)
Holla! (3:36)
Shinin' (2:56)
Repeating History (4:59)
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Def Radio
Def Radio (gatefold 180 gram vinyl 2xLP + insert)
Cat: OMNIVLP 12. Rel: 31 Oct 24
Eyes Don't Lie (4:17)
The Look Of Love (3:34)
Today (4:22)
Raid (3:16)
Layin' Low, Gettin' High (3:51)
What It Mean (2:59)
Hurt So Bad (3:37)
Heather (4:52)
Ital Jazz (5:04)
Still Making Memories (4:05)
Red Cactus (album version) (3:51)
Cuban Candy Sticks (4:31)
Review: Def Radio marks the return of Marc Mac's long-running Visioneers project. As ever with Visioneers, this record reimagines the default stock of hip-hop's best-stocked jukebox, often beginning from scratch and/or working around a central sample, to either recontextualise a classic or come up with a new song; whatever the case, the key hallmark of a Visioneers album is its live instrumentation, with flaunts a *gauche et droite* mastery over hip-hop's laggard swing. Where this would usually handled by the chance placement of the sample snippet on the timeline alone, here it (sounds) actually drummed in. On Def Radio, lead tune 'The Look Of Love' predominates with its three-note ostinato and unhurried beat flaneur, whilst runner-ups 'Layin' Low, Gettin' High' and 'Cuban Candy Sticks' also stick out as salient among the troupe.
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On Te L'Avait Dit
On Te L'Avait Dit (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: FVR 107LP. Rel: 10 Jun 20
Spies Are Watching Me (feat Sir Jean) (7:13)
On Te L'avait Dit (feat Pat Kalla) (6:25)
Le Disco Des Capitales (feat Pat Kalla) (6:43)
Bark (6:24)
Vampires (feat Hawa & Fouley Badiaga) (5:02)
Enlevez-Moi Ca (feat Pat Kalla) (5:16)
Jungle Fire (6:19)
Pas Bon (feat Fouley Badiaga) (6:09)
Tomowa (feat Renaud Bilombo) (5:31)
Niarela (3:58)
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Message In Our Music 1976-1983
WAXIST / VARIOUS
Cat: SOL 1004LP. Rel: 07 Nov 17
Harvell Guiton - "My Dream" (3:54)
Horizon - "They Don't Make-Em Like You" (3:50)
David Nathan - "Ain't Nothing Like The Love" (unreleased version) (4:03)
Billy Cole Aka Winston Francis - "Smile" (3:41)
Glen Missick & Lovespiration - "Message In Our Music" (2:50)
Sass - "Do It" (3:23)
The Harden Brothers - "Deep Inside Of You" (4:29)
Don Scott - "Love With Me" (2:54)
Jack Sass Band - "Where Is The Love (You Promised Me)" (2:56)
Review: After a series of exceptional singles, SOL Discos fire up the album engine for the very first time with this fantastic exploration of modern soul from the late 70s to early 80s. Curated by label founder Waxist, Message In Our Music features numerous exclusive reissues and unreleased cuts; David Nathan's swooning take on "Ain't Nothing Like The Love", The Harden Brothers' silky smooth "Deep Inside Of You" and the vital up-tempo positivity of Don Scott's "Love With Me" are just a handful of essentials on this immaculate collection. Complete with detailed notes, pictures and quotes from the original artists, SOL Discos have created something genuinely special here.
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タグ: Disco Funk | Soul Disco
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That Sweet Sweet Music
Paul WELLER / VARIOUS
Cat: CDTOP 1655. Rel: 28 Mar 25
The Headhunters - "God Made Me Funky"
The IB Special - "Spanish Twist"
The Valentines - "Breakaway"
Collins & Collins - "Top Of The Stairs"
The Spinners - "Dont Let The Green Grass Fool You"
Syl Johnson - "Black Balloons"
Peggy Scott & Jo Jo Benson - "Soulshake"
Richie Havens - "I Can't Make It Anymore"
The Exits - "You Got To Have Money"
The Joneses - "Pull My String (Turn Me On)"
The Dells - "Run For Cover"
O.C. Smith - "On Easy Street"
The Radiants - "It Ain't No Big Thing"
Billy Stewart - "Summertime"
Brother To Brother - "In The Bottle"
Baby Huey - "Hard Times"
Johnny Williams - "Maggie"
Joe Simon - "When"
James Carr - "Pouring Water On A Drowning Man"
Roscoe Robinson - "That's Enough"
Blackrock - "Blackrock Yeah Yeah"
American Gypsy - "Golden Ring"
Jon Lucien - "Search For The Inner Self"
The Mist - "Life Walked Out"
Betty Davis - "In The Meantime"
Darrell Banks - "Beautiful Feeling"
Review: Paul Weller is perhaps one of the best non-soul musicians to ask to compile a rare soul compilation. Rather than documenting soul music as it proliferated in the 1960s, Ace Records' soul aim was to capture a genre, fashion and style as one man saw it in retrospect, in light of his involvement in the mod revival of the mid 1970s. Weller would later go onto form and front The Jam, but in late 1974, shortly before his involvement in the punk movement, he was about none of that business at all. Punk partly grew on febrile tissues of mod, which was in turn an offshoot of 60s soul; and it is true that we may hear a foetal form of the sound in the brasher cuts on this record, be it Billy Stewart's 'Summertime' or James Carr's 'Pouring Water'. Also clock Brother To Brother's 'In The Bottle', a super-early drum machine blues gem perfect for the house heads.
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