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Proh Mic/RHYTHM FOR DAYS CD    $13.50
Catalog #: AN059 2
The official debut & much anticipated album from producer PROH MIC. Serious funk, boogie groove. It's DILLA meets DAM FUNK meets JAM & LEWIS and beyond with guest vocals & production from GEORGIA ANNE MULDROW, VITAMIN D, UNCLE IMANI of PHARCYDE, PAOLO JEAN, COULTRAIN & more. Back in stock!
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Primeridian/DA ALLNIGHTA CD    $15.00
Catalog #: AN039 2
Not new, but new to us. PRIMERIDIAN's album "DA ALNIGHTA" feat. the single "TRUMPETS OF ZION" for a total of 19 tracks featuring lyrical dexterity, thought provoking content and playful flows. Eloquent and conscious hip hop straight out of CHICAGO. (ALL NATURAL INC)
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A Mountain Of One/INSTITUTE OF JOY CD    $19.50
Catalog #: AMRCD02 2
The first studio album by this psych/prog London duo. Features a cover of LEONARD COHEN's "WHO BY FIRE", the single "BONES" and 11 more cuts. Mixing balearic sounds with prog rock this appeals to both indie rockers and fans of cosmic disco. Accessible but offbeat. Really nice. Released Sept '09.
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Soundwalk Collective/MUSIC BEFORE... LP    $21.00
Catalog #: AMB1702 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. "MUSIC BEFORE THERE IS BLOOD", a 5-track mini-LP with 45 minutes of music, is composed of 4 sweeping ambient electronic originals and a somber MAX LODERBAUER rework of B-side opener "RIMSKY-KORSAKOV". (APOLLO/R&S)
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Various/LES AMBASSADEURS VOL 3 CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AM19 2
ABSTRAIT MUSIC label founder RAPHAEL MARIONNEAU teams up with BLISS on the third installment of the "LES AMBASSADEUR" series. BLISS starts the album beautifully, featuring SOPHIE BARKER, ANE BRUN, and KENNETH BAGER. RAPHAEL picks the modern classical sounds of FRAGILE STATE and ALEXANDRO DA SILVA.
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Various/LES AMBASSADEURS VOL 2 CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AM11 2
Following the success of the first "LES AMBASSADEURS" compilation,the duo of the UK's BIGGABUSH and Hamburg's RAPHAEL MARIONNEAU put together a mix of tracks that take you to the center of couch culture listening. A wonderful abstract journey of spacey lounge tunes. (ABSTRAIT MUSIC)
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Bill Brewster/LATE NIGHT:VESPERTINE DLP    $37.50
Catalog #: ALNLP69 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. LATE NIGHT TALES presents "AFTER DARK: VESPERTINE", the 4th installment in the series from BILL BREWSTER, delivering an eclectic assortment of cuts including exclusives by GILBERT O'SULLIVAN, RHEINZAND, IPG vs HOT TODDY, & a MANG DYNASTY dub of KHRUANGBIN. Unmixed red...
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Session Victim/LOW KEY, LOW PRESSURE LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ALNLP65 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. The 5th album from SESSION VICTIM brings out "their trippy, headsy side". 10 tracks including a sequel to their cornerstone track "JAZZBEAT 07" and a cover of INSTRA:MENTAL's "PHOTOGRAPH". Gorgeous cover artwork. Includes d/l codes (with a bonus cut). "Smoky and soulful"-DJ MAG
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Bill Brewster/LATE NIGHT:VESPERTINE CD    $15.00
Catalog #: ALNCD69 2
Groove Dis Exclusive. LATE NIGHT TALES presents "AFTER DARK: VESPERTINE", the 4th installment in the series from BILL BREWSTER, delivering an eclectic assortment of cuts including exclusives by GILBERT O'SULLIVAN, RHEINZAND, IPG vs HOT TODDY, & a MANG DYNASTY dub of KHRUANGBIN. (LATE NIGHT TALES)
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Tal M. Klein/PLASTIC STARFISH CD    $18.00
Catalog #: ALG021 2
San Francisco's TAL M KLEIN drops his debut CD on his own ANILIGITAL MUSIC. A mix of sampledelic funky breaks with a wide range of influences. Kicks off with the funk and disco flavored ARETHA FRANKLIN sampling "NEPTUNE'S MINTY TRIDENT" and ends with the LEMON JELLY-esque "POD SIX IS JERKS".
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Casually Here/POSSIBLE WORLDS (CLEAR) LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ALG020LE 1
Having recently co-wrote ORLANDO WEEKS' acclaimed "A QUICKENING" album and released the collaborative electronic record "MANY WORLDS" with LAWRENCE HART on HOTFLUSH, here he turns his attention to a gorgeous solo release of forward think electronics. Limited edition clear vinyl. (ALGEBRA RECORDS)
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Pie Eye Collective/SALVATION LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ALBFLP09 1
This solo electronica project of MATT GORDON finds him creating an organic collage of influences and evocative noises, even drawing from jazz and soul music. Eclectic time signatures and rhythms abound on a sea of harmonics. (ALBERT'S FAVOURITES)
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Huw Marc Bennett/DAYS LIKE NOW LP    $34.50
Catalog #: ALBFLP014 1
The sound draws from many folk cultures around the world, with a distinctly Welsh influence this time around. Drums are lo-fi and fuzzy, and much of the music is written just with his bass and acoustic guitars in mind. (ALBERT'S FAVOURITES)
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Pie Eye Collective/TANGENTIAL CITY LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ALBFLP011 1
Encompassing elements of ambient, dub, jazz, and experimental techno, the solo project from UK artist MATTHEW GORDON returns with an album exploring the instrumental exposition of how people experience different lives in the same city. (ALBERT'S FAVOURITES)
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Hi-Fly Orchestra/MAMBO ATOMICO CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AJABUCD012 2
Perfect for the dancefloor, yet acoustic and pure. HFO stays true to their "music to dance to without electronics or samples" philosophy and delivers heavy rhythms and razor sharp horns. Vocal guest MIRIAM AIDA joins in on 2 tracks. 11 cuts of sixties jazz updated with modern thump. (AJABU)
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Roman Andren/JUANITA CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AJABUCD008 2
The AJABU continues it's current run of success with this new album from ROMAN ANDREN. Roman mixes up jazz, Latin, and funk flavors with some aplomb on "JUANITA", showing off his influences - QUINCY JONES, SERGIO MENDES, BARRY WHITE, DEODATO - whilst getting the headz nodding. (AJABU)
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Jet Set Swe/GOODBYE PLUTO CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AJABUCD007 2
The AJABU label coming correct once more with this new full-length from JET SET SWE. "GOODBYE PLUTO" blends beatnik jazz, a la RAMSEY LEWIS, exotica in the vein of ESQUIVEL and MARTIN DENNY, and funky "library music" from the 60's, like the recent KPM re-issues. A superb melting pot for the headz!
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Hi-Fly Orchestra/SAMBOOGALOO CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AJABUCD006 2
AJABU's HI-FLY ORCHESTRA debuts its full length with 11 tracks of all acoustic dancefloor jazz that embodies a 60's feel & incorprates latin & samba into the mix. The heavy & rough rhythms on "SAMBOOGALOO" are played by drums, double-bass, congas, piano & sax & trombone.
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Various/JAZZCOLLECTIVO 2 CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AJABUCD005 2
Second in AJABU's compilation series "JAZZCOLLECTIVO". Another solid selection of jazzy vibes, most of which are of the acoustic variety, with plenty of great names to take your pick from - HI-FLY ORCHESTRA, FIVE CORNERS QUARTET, SOFI HELLBORG, JENS LODEN, SOFIA PETTERSON, and more.
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John Beltran/TEN DAYS OF BLUE (LIVE) DLP    $40.50
Catalog #: AGM004 1
Recorded live at the 2022 Dekmantel Festival in Amsterdam, this rendition of his classic mid-90's album "TEN DAYS OF BLUE" sits somewhere between his ambient and harder techno output. (ALL GOOD MUSIC)
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JSBL/TWICE UP TWO TIMES EP CD    $15.00
Catalog #: AFF002 2
The debut 6 track EP/mini-album from JACOB'S SALTY & BAMBOOZLING LADDER.All instrumental tracks played live by a 4 piece band (drums, keys, guita & bass) with an almost equal dose of electronica, funk, and jazz.Experimental and modern sounding but still very accessible. Digipack. (AFFINE RECORDS)
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Akoya Afrobeat Ensemble/P.D.P. CD    $15.00
Catalog #: AFB003CD 2
New York's AKOYA AFROBEAT ENSEMBLE continue to cultivate the spirit of the mighty FELA KUTI in their second full-length of super-group Afrobeat tunes. The roots-y funk and soul of the classic sound is very much intact over 6 smoking originals full of tradition and world-class musicianship.
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All Good Funk Alliance/SOCIAL COMMENT CD    $13.50
Catalog #: AFACD1 2
ALL GOOD FUNK ALLIANCE strike again with a funky blend of politically based soulful poetry and futuristic classic breaks with vocals by SWAMBURGER and ALEXANDRAH. 16 tracks. (FYI: this does not include any of AGFA's 12"s). A blend of hip hop and funky breaks. (FUNK WEAPONS) Back in stock.
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Justus Kohncke/SPIRALEN DER ERINNERUN CD    $18.00
Catalog #: ADAY016 2
Alumni from the "KOMPAKT SCHOOL" reference 70s/80s pop with Krautrock experimentation, this reissue from '95 includes 80s synth instrumental interpretations of JANIS IAN, NEIL YOUNG, JOHN CALE, and PAUL McCARTNEY. Recent BEAR FUNK collection has renewed interest in this work.(AUGUST DAY)
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Badboe/BREAK THE FUNK CD    $18.00
Catalog #: AD011 2
Danish label AUDITORY DESIGNS is proud to present the full-length debut by BADBOE, 15 tracks of crispy breakbeat meant to kick some flavor to the dancefloor! Inspiration from late 60s and 70s funky productions with added 80's vocals, this UK-style monster is not to be missed. It's partytime!
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New Jackson/FROM NIGHT TO NIGHT DLP    $28.50
Catalog #: ACNJLPX1 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. For years he has mined a seam of driving, ghostly house to run parallel with his solo strand of ambient folk electronica. Here he unites the two, with 10 songs that ebb and flow between deep house club ready gems and more restrained and meditative beatless moments. (ALL CITY)
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New Jackson/FROM NIGHT TO NIGHT CD    $15.00
Catalog #: ACNJCDX1 2
For years he has mined a seam of driving, ghostly house to run parallel with his solo strand of ambient folk electronica. Here he unites the two, with 10 songs that ebb and flow between deep house club ready gems and more restrained and meditative beatless moments. (ALL CITY)
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Break Reform/NEW PERSPECTIVES:REMIX DLP    $15.00
Catalog #: ABRLP02 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Limited edition DJ friendly double vinyl.
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Break Reform/REFORMATION DLP    $15.00
Catalog #: ABRLLP04 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Also available on DJ Friendly double vinyl. (ABSTRACT BLUES)
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Break Reform/FRACTURES LTD. ED. DCD    $15.00
Catalog #: ABRCD05 2
Re-Release with bonus CD. With their original 12"s long since out of print this is the best way to snag all their previous releases. 14 tracks. For fans of vocal downtempo in the style of PORTISHEAD, LAMB, etc. Bonus CD includes unreleased tracks and mixes.
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Break Reform/REFORMATION CD    $10.50
Catalog #: ABRCD04 2
The second studio album from BREAK REFORM, one of our all time faves (and best sellers). If you like vocal downtempo tracks in the tradition of PORTISHEAD you absolutely cannot sleep on this record. 21st century blues for the nujazz generation. Excellent reviews and feedback. Get this!
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Various/ABSTRACT BLUE RECORDINGS CD    $13.50
Catalog #: ABRCD03 2
A killer set of 12 downtempo (vox & instr) tracks from BREAK REFORM and friends.Many of the tracks are prev unreleased or were previously 12" only. Includes the stunning YAM WHO? remix of BREAK REFORM's "AND I" and DOMU's remix of "WAITING". Liner notes from SNC's DOM SERVINI. Essential. Get it.
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Break Reform/NEW PERSPECTIVES:REMIX CD    $10.50
Catalog #: ABRCD02 2
One of our all time favorite groups, BREAK REFORM, drop an album of remixes and unreleased tracks. Blending funky hip hop styled beats, jazzy samples and NANAR's unique and beautiful vocals. Stunning! (ABSTRACT BLUE)
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Beady Belle/CLOSER CD    $22.50
Catalog #: 9870458 2
The third album from Norway's BEADY BELLE. 9 brand new tracks featuring BEADY's distinctive mix of nujazz, folk, acoustic, and downtempo. Again joined on several tracks by label boss BUGGE WESSELTOFT. Melodic, complex songs with BEADY's unique vocals and lyrical styling. (JAZZLAND)
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Wibutee/PLAYMACHINE CD    $19.50
Catalog #: 9866817 2
Supremely quirky and eclectic, this music represents their goal to create the "unheard sound", noises that emanate from the speakers during the actual recording process. Musically this sounds like jazz rock given a good stir by BOARDS OF CANADA or APHEX TWIN. (JAZZLAND)
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Various/LIQUID ASSETS CD    $7.50
Catalog #: 925011CD 2
Combining elements of breakbeat, house, broken beat, and leftfield, the NINE2FIVE label brings you an update of current and future projects. Highlights include a CUICA remix of INFEKTO and two cuts from the hyped DHARMAONE.
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Pimp Daddy Nash/NEW JAZZ SCIENCE CD    $9.00
Catalog #: 8THCD05 2
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Monta At Odds/ARGENTUM DREAMS LP    $22.50
Catalog #: 8DI-01 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. A Kansas City combo led by bros DEDRIC & DELANEY MOORE. DOMINO RECORDS' YOUR FRIEND (AKA TARYN BLAKE MILLER) joins the duo on this album singing lead and playing guitar on much of the record. The result is "UMMAGUMMA meets ARTHUR RUSSELL's mutant disco at KLAUS SCHULZE's...
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All Good Funk Alliance/SLINGSHOT.. CD    $19.50
Catalog #: 884501009829 2
"SLINGSHOT BOOGIE" is their 3rd CD and feats 14 cuts of slamming DC-styled funky breaks, b-boy party jams (including the title track that features a rap vocal from THINK TANK), and remixes from pals MALENTE, FLOW DYNAMICS and ANCIENT ASTRONAUTS. Incls singles "SUPER JAM", "WATCH OUT" and "REC".
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Various/ORGANICWORKS SAMPLER #1 CD    $15.00
Catalog #: 801655020326 2
13 track compilation of downtempo and nu jazz flavored house. Includes 2 funky tracks by LAZYBOYZ with BURDY (from BABY MAMMOTH). Several tracks from RAPSCALLION and THE LONELY ORCHESTRA (who have built up a following on mp3.com). Very much in the vein of PORK, NINE BAR, etc. 12" coming soon.
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Mike The 2600 King/HEAVY SESSION CD    $10.50
Catalog #: 789577308725 2
A twisted and wonderful cut and paste mix CD featuring psychedelic rock, funk, hip hop, rock breaks and vocal samples. Retro in a good way. From the music department of design house BURLESQUE. Jewel case.
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DJ Cam Presents In Love/STORIES.. LP    $21.00
Catalog #: 6154376 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. DJ CAM's beautiful female protege and friend IN LOVE provides the sexy whispery vocals while DJ CAM provides the rock solid beats and production. Heavily infuenced by MINNIE RIPPERTON (there's even a song named after her) this mixes downtempo soul with more upbeat tracks....
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Beady Belle/BELVEDERE CD    $22.50
Catalog #: 60251758385 2
Brand new album from the Scaninavian singer. Fans of her previous albums won't be disappointed. Mellow nujazz meets pop electronica with a touch of folk and her distinctive and beautiful vocals. Guests incl INDIA ARIE and JAMIE CULLUM each on one track. 9 tracks. (JAZZLAND)
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Various/LONG TIME DEAD CD    $27.00
Catalog #: 586745 2
New CD only compilation from TALKIN' LOUD. Feats 11 tracks of music taken from a forthcoming Brit horror film by DBX, NEIL BARNES (LEFTFIELD), RAW DEAL, MJ COLE, ED CASE, KRUST, LAYO & BUSHWACKA, ZERO 7, ST GERMAIN, and RONI SIZE. Almost all of the tracks are new and/or exclusive.
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Future Loop Foundation/THIS IS HOW.. DLP    $13.50
Catalog #: 582XLP 1
Fans of his dnb album "CONDITIONS FOR LIVING" might be surprised when they hear this album--it sounds like a SCHEMA or LEA release. Loungey, car commercial friendly music that should appeal to fans of GOLDFRAPP, OLIVE, etc. From 2002. Now at lower price.
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Aeroplane/WE CAN'T FLY LP + CD    $13.50
Catalog #: 541416503796 1
The debut album from the Belgian party startin' duo with Italian roots. Their 21st century take on balearic beats, soulful disco, and early 80s electronica. Includes "SUPERSTAR", "FISH IN THE SKY", "THE POINT OF NO RETURN", etc. 12 tracks plus bonus full album CD added. (ESKIMO)
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Tube & Berger/WE ARE ALL STARS CD    $15.00
Catalog #: 5054197679629 2
The German electronic duo most famous for their 2013 hit "IMPRINT OF PLEASURE" (a massive Beatport seller with over 26 million YouTube views), join German label EMBASSY ONE (home to ROYKSOPP, ROBYN, MOBY, & BJORK), for a sophomore album of more restrained live-sounding indietronica.
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OlivierDaySoul/KILOWATT CD    $19.50
Catalog #: 4LUXW003CD 2
Having turned many ears opening up for MADLIB in Europe last year, "KILOWATT" shows off OLIVIER's smooth, soulful vocals, backed by a blend of influences - electronica, hip-hop, soul, and 80's pop. WAJEED: "This shit is crazy!"; MADLIB: "This stuff is tight, the voice is ill".
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Version/GARDENS OF UTOPIA CD    $12.75
Catalog #: 2947 2
VERSION is made up of BENNY SANCHES & DJ RASA, two veteran producers who can boast work with MBM, DEPECHE MODE, LTJ BUKEM & more. "GARDEN OF UTOPIA" is genre defying release that displays heavy dub, downtempo, DNB, breaks, & ambient influences. Supremely chillout this is a perfect lounge CD. (NBM)
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Un-Cut/UN-CALCULATED SOME CD    $7.50
Catalog #: 2564604902 2
Available at a reduced price! Out of print CD from '03 done by dnb duo FUTURE CUT with vocalist JENNA G. "Swooning and soothing soulful" downtempo vocal cuts with "22nd century dnb workouts". Incls the hit "MIDNIGHT" and "FALLIN" --a great track that flopped. Highly recommended. (EMI UK)
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Folamour/THE JOURNEY DLP    $52.50
Catalog #: 19439878971 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. On his fourth album the French house producer presents a tour de force that tells an autobiographical tale across 12 tracks that range from deep house through to more downbeat and soulful moments. (SONY/FRANCE)
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Various/WAMONO A TO Z VOL. 2 LP    $37.50
Catalog #: 180GWALP02 1
Subtitled "JAPANESE JAZZ FUNK 1970-1977", and selected by DJ YOSHIZAWA DYNAMITE & CHINTAM, this 10-song album dives into the Wamono sound of Japanese funk, soul, rare groove, and disco developed since the end of the 60's! 180g vinyl with beautiful color artwork by YOXXX. (180g)
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Leonardo Marques/FLEA MARKET MUSIC LP    $33.00
Catalog #: 180GDULP09 1
Essential Brazilian contemporary music at its best, his long-awaited fourth solo album (having formerly been the guitar player of Brazilian alternative rock band DIESEL) is a trip into nostalgic, dreamy textures and lo-fi flavors. (180g x DISK UNION)
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Various/CAFE PARADISO 2 DCD    $25.50
Catalog #: 13678 2
An essential downtempo selection with all the crucial artists of the last few years contributing tracks or mixing: TOSCA,HERBERT,MR. SCRUFF, PLAID, THIEVERY CORPORATION, BLOCK 16, TIM "LOVE" LEE, NICOLE WILLIS, SUSUMU YOKOTA, 3RD EYE FOUNDATION, LTJ EXPERIENCE, and many more.
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J-Walk/A NIGHT ON THE ROCKS DLP    $9.00
Catalog #: 0927492081 1
Classic 2002 album from British downtempo / chill-out duo who created a big stir with their instant classic "SOUL VIBRATION", then later with a 60s psychedelic styled single "FRENCH LETTER". Cinematic atmospheres is what they do best, using elements of electro, funk, & disco. 12 trx. (EASTWEST)
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Various/JAZZLAND REMIXED 2 (DEUX) CD    $10.50
Catalog #: 069028 2
Finally in stock! Released the end of last year this CD features tracks from JAZZLAND artists remixed by some of the top Norwegian dance producers. CHILLUMINATI does a killer ambient-ish downtempo remix of EIVIND AARSET and you also get the extended version of BEADY BELLE's "MODERATION".
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Various/JAZZLAND TRACKS 1996-2000 CD    $10.50
Catalog #: 064463 2
A JAZZLAND label retrospective featuring tracks from BUGGE WESSELTOFT, WIBUTEE, JON EBERSON, BEADY BELLE, SIDSEL ENDRESSEN and more. 11 tracks in all. Mix of nu jazz, arctic ambient jazz, downtempo, and even a tripped out "BJORK-on-crack" track by ESE. Check out SNC for a feature on JAZZLAND.
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Various/PARFUM NOIR VOL. 2 CD    $13.50
Catalog #: 0395352 2
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Various/PARFUM NOIR VOL. 1 CD    $13.50
Catalog #: 016549 2
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Mari Boine/REMIXED DLP    $18.00
Catalog #: 014760 1
A Norwegian Sami musician known for adding jazz and rock to the traditional folk songs of her people, this 10-song album released in 2001 features remixes from contemporary electronic artists such as JAH WOBBLE, BIOSPHERE, BILL LASWELL, MARK DE CLIVE-LOWE, & NILS PETER MOLVAER. (JAZZLAND)
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