Adriano Adewale Group/SEMENTES CD
$21.00
Catalog #: SEGCD0801 2
Rooted in the musical traditions of Nigeria, Angola, & Brazil, yet infused with contemporary European classical and jazz styles, this is a colorful cocktail of infectously funky rhythms and intimate soulful ballads peppered with free-jazz improvisation. (SEGUE RECORDS)
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.
Anagram Jam/ANAGRAM JAM CD
$18.00
Catalog #: FCCD029 2
Deeply covert album of 15 edits by 2 highly informed, inscrutable music archivists who hail from BMUSIC in Manchester. All tracks are from freak funk psyche songsmiths who de-pipe with minimal path and added juice bits! Maximized, marmalised, & shredded! Back in stock! (FAT CITY)
Andy Votel/MUSIC MINUS MUSIC (MIXED) CD
$18.00
Catalog #: FC104 2
Globe trottin' DJ ANDY VOTEL returns with 16 cuts of rare plugged-in-pop, concrete prog, & global robotic rock. Features unreleased electronic music for Atari video games, low budget eastern films, and undercover synth by members of CAN, HAWKWIND, GONG, SOFT MACHINE, and NUCLEUS.(FAT CITY)
Azaxx/EXOTIC DELIGHT BAY EP 12"
$10.50
Catalog #: TRUEP184 9
This 4-track EP is a sampler for his forthcoming full-length of the same name. This is the sound of a Frenchman absorbed in the musical influences of his recent travels to Brazil, reinterpreting those tropical vibes back into his first official release for the label TRU THOUGHTS.
Bachir Attar & Elliott Sharp/NEW YORK LP
$37.50
Catalog #: FTNLP010 1
Moroccan jajouka master BACHIR ATTAR meets American avant-garde jazz musician ELLIOTT SHARP for a live jam of drum machines and traditional Moroccan instruments, recorded in 1990. ATTAR's career spans five decades, with fans such as WILLIAM BURROUGHS and THE ROLLING STONES! (FORTUNA)
Banda Utopia/THE WAVE REMIXES 12"
$3.00
Catalog #: FARO119 9
BANDA UTOPIA, a super group formed around ALEX MALHEIROS of AZYMUTH & his daughter SABRINA, team with MC JOHN ROBINSON & broken beat don IG CULTURE for some twisted brazilian hip hop bizniss as only IG can do it. 4 mixes total. Getting raves the world around, especially YAM WHO, ZERO DB.(FAROUT)
Bernardo Pinheiro/RELANCE 7"
$16.50
Catalog #: KMPN010 7
Brazilian edit maestro debuts on KAMPANA with a hypnotic mid-tempo disco groove on the title track, which modernizes a classic cut. Meanwhile B-side "CONGA, CONGA" completely tears the roof off with a peak-time Brazilian disco house monster edit of a totally unknown record! (KAMPANA)
Bobbito/EARTHTONES CD
$10.50
Catalog #: R2CD005 2
This CD compiles 13 tracks "from the Lain diasporo" by SENOR COCONUT, TIME MACHINE, BEATFANATIC, ELI GOULART, PATCHWORKS, CHARLES EARLAND, MAYSA LEAK and more. Originally released way back in 2003. VERY limited stock at this cheap price. (R2)
Bongos Ikwue & Double X/WULU WULU CD
$18.00
Catalog #: BIKCD001 2
Nigerian seventies legend BONGOS IKWUE came out of retirement in 2006 to form DOUBLE X, now that band's 14 track album sees light of day on BIK. A diverse album full of highlife, juju, funk, Afrobeat, R&B, country, rock reggae and country - many tracks used in "Nollywood" film soundtracks!
Broadcite/UNPLUGGED VOL.3 CD
$19.50
Catalog #: BROADCD004 2
BROADCITE label comp feat trx from JAPAN, GERMANY, UK, USA ranging from brokenbeat, nujazz, experimental hip hop and latin sounds. Artists inc T ROY, ALTERED NATIVES, BLACK SCIENCE ORCH, QUENTIN HARRIS, STATELESS and many more. 13 tracks in all, diverse yet seemlessly sequenced...nice stuff.
Buari/BUARI LP
$33.00
Catalog #: BEWITH037LP 1
A surefire Afro-funk classic originally released in 1975 by the Ghanaian singing/percussion sensation nevertheless remains a hard-to-find gem. Blending heavy African rhythms with American soul-funk grooves, this is a brilliant record! This 2023 repress is on 180g vinyl. (BE WITH)
Caiphus Semenya/LISTEN TO THE WIND LP
$33.00
Catalog #: BEWITH084LP 1
The magnificent 1982 debut album from ex-South African composer, musician, and arranger who is most famous for his scores of "ROOTS" & the SPIELBERG adaptation of "THE COLOR PURPLE", as well as collaborations with QUINCY JONES, HUGH MASEKELA, NINA SIMONE, LOU RAWLS, and many more! (BE WITH)
Caiphus Semenya/STREAMS TODAY... LP
$36.00
Catalog #: BEWITH086LP 1
"STREAMS TODAY... RIVERS TOMORROW", originally released in 1984 and quite rare, was the standout second album from the ex-South African composer famous for his work with QUINCY JONES and many more, as well as his scores for "ROOTS" and the SPIELBERG adaptation of "THE COLOR PURPLE". (BE WITH)
Camilo Azuquita/BOROMBON 7"
$15.00
Catalog #: MSR035 7
Originally released in 1969, this pair of killer tunes are both from the Panamanian label LOYOLA RECORDS and fetch top dollars. The title track is a Latin boogaloo tune recently featured on "BETTER CALL SAUL", with the B-side an instrumental Latin jazz/guaracha tune by PANAMA BRASS. (MATASUNA)
Candela Allstars/BROBOMBIQUE REMIXES 12"
$10.50
Catalog #: CANDELA02 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. Warehouse find! Last copies of this 12" from 2006. Puerto Rico's CANDELA ALLSTARS (best known for "MI SWING ES TROPICAL" with QUANTIC & NICODEMUS) get remixed by NYC's MATTHIAS HEILBRONN (a deep jazzy salsa houser and a dub mix) along with the authentic original version....
Candela Allstars/LA CONCHA VOLUME 1 CD
$13.50
Catalog #: CANDELACD02 2
Compiled for the LA CONCHA resort in San Juan this features 12 Latin jazz & nujazz cuts featuring: QUANTIC, NICKODEMUS, BRONX RIVER PARKWAY, LOCAL 12, and more.Incls many of the out of print and hard to find CANDELA 12"s (like "MI SWING ES TROPICAL" used by APPLE). Club music infused with salsa.
Charivari/WHEEPAPADOOWE (BUSCEMI RX) 12"
$13.50
Catalog #: DSL031 9
This sunny Brazilian electronic cut has a batcuada break that will work wonders on the dancefloor, while BUSCEMI delivers a smooth and elegant lounge remix. Bonus cut "C'EST TOI L'AMOUR" is an easy lounge ode to 70's soundtracks. (DOWNSALL)
Chicago Afrobeat Project/MOVE TO.. CD
$9.00
Catalog #: CABP002 2
Well respected Chicago group who blends afrobeat's range of influences: funk, rock, jazz, afro-cuban, high-life, and ju ju music - into a hypnotic dance compelling pulse. 7 tracks, featuring guest musicians JEFF PARKER of TORTOISE, FAREED HAQUE, HOWARD LEVY of BELA FLECK, PAUL WERTICO & more.
Chris Coco/FREEDOM STREET LP
$18.00
Catalog #: MELOR012LP 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. CHRIS COCO'S debut album on his new label MELODICA RECORDS, following in the footsteps of his previous releases on BIG CHILL. "FREEDOM STREET" is ambient, atmospheric, blissful, and summery, with a wide array of guest folk vocalists like Scots ANDREW DOCHERTY and SAMANTHA...
Cosmologist/COSMOLOGY VOL. 5 12"
$22.50
Catalog #: UTI1205 9
Rare 80's UK new wave jam "SPIN" by THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAMERS gets a drum focused reconstruction for the dancefloor, while FELA KUTI's Afrobeat classic "WATER GET NO ENEMY" gets an interplanetary rework on the flip. (UNDER THE INFLUENCE)
Coup Debam/COUP DEBAM CD
$9.75
Catalog #: CR20372 2
Fusing an electronic/world music fusion sound with jazz stylings and the occasional epic, cinematic track, the group is clearly defined by their ties to Turkey and Eastern Europe. The members were previously involved w/ DZIHAN & KAMEN doing both production and vocals. (COUCH)
Dan Rachet/JAH POOR PEOPLE CD
$18.00
Catalog #: ARC256CD 2
Originally recorded in 1986, this 16 track album finally sees light of day on BRISTOL ARCHIVES. Ranging from the political themes of the title track and "AFRIKANA POLICIES" to joyful expressions of love with "SWEET ROSIE" and "GIRL YOU WANT MY LOVE". For fans of ALTON ELLIS, GREGORY ISSACS, etc.
Daniel Haaksman/WHO'S AFRAID OF RIO 12"
$12.75
Catalog #: MAN031 9
This opens up nasty with baile beatbox sounds & raw synth basslines, feat. baile MC JENNIFER. Dancehall meets ghetto-tech on "PAROLAR DE VESO," and latin house mixes with fidget on "SENTA SENTA." Finishing up is the booty Brazilian meets Euro crunk track "JOGO DO BILHAR." Can you say smokin' hot?
Daniel Haaksman/WHO'S AFRAID OF..RMX 12"
$12.75
Catalog #: MAN033 9
Remix EP kicks off with STEFAN MORTH's (STEREOTYP) Afro-Brazilian remix of "PAROLAR DE VESO" followed by SCOTTIE B's huge b-more breakbeat version. On the flip is RIVA STARR's funky broken beat rmx of the title cut & DJ BEWARE lets loose with an Afroesque, West London-ish rework. Diverse and dope!
Dela Dap/DELA PAJI CD + DVD
$9.75
Catalog #: SSD-CCR003 2
Groove Dis Exclusive. New full length album from gypsy rooted producer and band DELA DAP. Many outstanding musicians contributed to this album making it a modern central European world master piece. The name DELA DAP, means "give me the beat" in Romanian, so the sound also has a funky groovy...
Dela Dap/LAUTLOS (N.O.H.A. RMX) 12"
$3.00
Catalog #: SSD-CCR007 9
Recorded with members of Berlin cult band 17 HIPPIES, DELA DAP bring us an organic house adventure with vocals and plenty of Balkan flavor. Includes three mixes by DELA DAP as well as mixes by JEREMIAH, Balkan beat favorites N.O.H.A., and a dub reggae mix by DUNKELBUNT. Very cool.
Dele Sosimi & Medlar/STATE OF PLAY 12"
$24.00
Catalog #: WAH12045 9
The UK's very own Afrobeat ambassador DELE SOSIMI & house producer MEDLAR join forces once again for a 4-track EP that features special guests TAMAR OSBORN of COLLOCUTOR fame and rising South African star ZITO MOWA, as well as a pair of the duo's most popular live jams. (WAH WAH 45s)
Democustico/GRITO (SEIJI REMIX) 12"
$3.00
Catalog #: FARO114 9
SEIJI of the BUGZ crew steps back into the musical arena with this drum heavy & guitar laden brazilian bruck remix of DEMOCUSTICO's "GRITO". The original(included) has a great Tropicalia feel & SEIJI take full advantage. Has both vocal & inst'l versions as well as album cut "REJOICING".(FAR OUT)
Dhamaal Soundsystem/SELF-TITLED CD
$13.50
Catalog #: DSS7335 2
Debut CD from this West Coast DJ collective that mixes South Asian sounds with d'n'b, breaks and downtempo. Getting played by JOHN PEEL in the UK and the crew have toured with ASIAN DUB FOUNDATION and STATE OF BENGAL. File with TALVIN SINGH, NITIN SAWNEY, etc.
Dom Thomas/DREAMS OF SAN ANTONIO CD
$18.00
Catalog #: BRUTCD04 2
DOM THOMAS embarks on his 4th BRUTAL MUSIC sonic adventure, celebrating the ambiguity of the Baleric genre to craft a sublime personal journey through his own skewed vision. A fantasy trip through Balerica Beat, Bongo Rock, Acid Disco, and Far Flung Folk - all clocking in under 122bpm. Essential.
Dom Thomas/EXPLODING DISCO INEVITABLE CD
$18.00
Catalog #: BRUTCD02 2
DOM(B-MUSIC/FINDERS KEEPERS) follows up the now out of print "MISCELLANEOUS MUTANT MISHAPS" mix CD with another crazed, inspired, out there mix of East Indian sounds, world music, funk, psyche rock and more. Cool cover art, but no track listing. Obscure tracks (and they want to keep it that way!).
Dom Thomas/SYNTHETIC SOUL CD
$18.00
Catalog #: BRUTCD03 2
FINDERS KEEPERS & BRUTAL MUSIC supremo returns with a new "anti-mix" that seemlessly blends rare third world psyche, Turkish go-go, Indian vocal pop rock, & more. 20 cuts edited/looped with fragments, samples, & electronics on top, blurring the line between mix & original composition. Essential.
Don Letts & Greg Foat/UN DOS TRES 7"
$18.00
Catalog #: MP606SG 7
DON LETS & GAUDI team up to reimagine 70s Venezuelan band UN DOS TRES in a spacial dub way, flip sees British rock innovator GREG FOAT add a truly unique jazzy sensibility to 70s Colombian folk gods CUMBIA MODERNA. Both tracks taken from the brand new RELATIN project. (MUSHROOM PILLOW)
Doug Shipton/DEDICATED SWALLOWER MIX CD
$18.00
Catalog #: FCCD034 2
Renowned record hound, compiler, international DJ and co-founder of FINDERS KEEPERS presents his debut mixtape. Clocking in at 56 minutes, these 45 vintage cuts ooze psychedelic madness, fuzz-ridden break heavy platters from Malaysia, France, India, Columbia, Russia, and beyond. (FAT CITY)
Drumagick/CITY OF GOD REMIXES 12"
$10.50
Catalog #: COGRMX002LTD 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. Warehouse find! Two incredible drum & bass workouts taken from the 2003 CITY OF GOD REMIXED VOL 2 collection. Brazilian composers ANTONIO PINO and ED CORTES's "FOTO ZE" and "MEU NOME E ZE" meet the furious DRUMAGICK and RAMILSON MAI & GUI BORATTO. New full color sticker on...
East West/CAN'T FACE THE NIGHT 12"
$22.50
Catalog #: ERC132 9
Only ever released as a white label promo in 1984, this uplifting sitar & bass-heavy 80's disco vocal cut produced by STEVE COE for his INDIPOP label finally sees a proper release. The club & dub originals on the A-side are backed by a long 2-part contemporary remix by CHUGGY. (EMOTIONAL RESCUE)
Eclipse/CORRUPTED SOCIETY CD
$18.00
Catalog #: RARC003CD 2
REGGAE ARCHIVE RECORDS is the sister label of BRISTOL ARCHIVES, focusing on lost reggae from other parts of the British isles. Often compared to fellow Handsworth act STEEL PULSE, they were together from 1975-85 and released one album and three singles - 12 of these tracks compiled here.
Empresarios/SABOR TROPICAL CD
$12.00
Catalog #: FKX034 2
The debut album from this five man collective, based in Washington DC, that blends downtempo, Latin, dub, house, reggaeton and more. 15 "sun drenched vibes" that are both sophisticated and sexy (as is the cover art!). Highly recommended to fans of ESL. A bit hit on KCRW. (FORT KNOX RECORDINGS)
Empresarios/SABOR TROPICAL DLP
$16.50
Catalog #: FKX035 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Vinyl version of the debut album from this five man collective, based in Washington, DC. Blends downtempo, Latin, dub, house, reggaeton and more. Sophisticated and sexy (as is the cover art). Highly recommended to fans of ESL. (FORT KNOX RECORDINGS)
Fanga/NATURAL JUICE - I DIDNT KNOW 12"
$15.00
Catalog #: GROOVCOSMIQUE6 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. A single from French afrobeat crew FANGA off the 'NATURAL JUICE' album. Included on this 12" is the long version of 'NATURAL JUICE' entitled the 'ASHANTI MIX' along with 2 bonus beats and 'I DIDNT KNOW'. (COSMIC GROOVE)
Federico Aubele/LA ESQUINA & CORAZON 12"
$9.00
Catalog #: ESL126 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. New 12" from his ERIC (THIEVERY CORP) HILTON produced album.ALL MUSIC GUIDE considers him "The most forward thinking and experimental artist to capture the sound of his homeland's cultural & symbolic geography. NICKODEMUS mixes "LA ESQUINA" and URSULA 1000 mixes "CORAZON"...
Federico Aubele/NO ONE EP 12"
$9.00
Catalog #: ESL181 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. EP taken from his upcoming album "BERLIN 13" featuring: "NO ONE (ROB GARZA REMIX)","BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY IN BLUE (GUILLOTINE CUTS REMIX)", plus the orig versions of both."NO ONE" is a melancholy song with a great vocal and lush downtempo beats. The other track is more upbeat...
Francis The Great/LOOK UP IN THE SKY 12"
$21.00
Catalog #: MUKAT086 7
NIK WESTON's instrumental edit focuses on the irresistible Afro funk groove of this song taken from the 1977 album "RAVISSANTE BABY". This 1-sided 12" is hand-numbered with only 400 copies, featuring a unique full side laser etching of the MUKATSUKU label logo. (MUKATSUKU)
Frankie Valentine/WORLD OF WHAT CD
$7.50
Catalog #: SSD-SR065 2
Anyone expecting a straight ahead house record will be shocked when they put this on. It's an eclectic mix of world music, Latin/Brazilian jazz, and yes, dubby instrumental house. Some of the house tracks are more electronic while others are more live and organic. (SUNSHINE)
Funkanala/BE THERE TOMORROW CD
$16.50
Catalog #: HANCD001 2
Already a rage w/ MR SCRUFF, STRAIGHT NO CHASER, and STACEY PULLEN - this debut album of afrobeat, afrofunk, afrojazz and afrohouse is authentic to the note, with vocals in SENGALESE over wicked percussion breakdowns and horns, in call and response style. 9 tracks. (HERE AND NOW)
Gecko Turner/SOMEBODY FROM BADAJOZ LP
$34.50
Catalog #: LMNK74LPC 1
With his first album in seven years, this standout on the global groove scene delivers on his trademark sound of Afro-American music drenched in Brazilian, African, Latin American, and Jamaican sounds. Pressed on limited edition clear transparent vinyl. (LOVEMONK)
Gecko Turner/TODA MOJAITA 12"
$12.00
Catalog #: SSD-LMNKV23 9
This authentic latin shuffler from GECKO's fine album gets a great, funky house rub from DANNY LEWIS (formerly of SPIRITUAL SOUTH) as well an upbeat broken beat rework from the DUTCH RHYTHM COMBO. Features vocals from GENE GARCIA and piano from JAVIER "CARAMELO" MASO. (LOVEMONK)
Ghostface Killah/GHOSTFUNK (COLOR) LP
$30.00
Catalog #: GHOSTFUNK 1
Mash up super producer MAX TANNONE ("JAYDIOHEAD", "MOS DUB", "DUB KWELI", "DOUBLECHECK YOUR HEAD") turns to WU-TANG CLAN's GHOSTFACE KILLAH, blending 10 tracks of vintage African funk, high-life, and obscure psych rock. Full color picture sleeve with original art. Back in stock on random colors.
Go Dugong/MERIDIES LP
$42.00
Catalog #: HJ994LP 1
Inspired by his Italian hometown of Taranto and the phenomenon of the tarantella folk tradition, he pushes the boundaries of traditional Apulian music with "a soundtrack for an imaginative and futuristic ensemble of peasants and farmers". (HYPERJAZZ)
Gregor Salto/MAS QUE NADA REMIXES 12"
$12.75
Catalog #: SLIP236 9
One of Brazil's hottest exports, JORGE BEN's "MAS QUE NADA" gets a stellar set of summery house remixes with original remake production from GERGOR SALTO for SLIP N' SLIDE. Remixers here include ERICKE, Hollands DJ MADSKILLZ, & Spain's JESSE GARCIA.
Grupo Batuque/BATUCADA MANEIRA RMX 12"
$3.00
Catalog #: FARO104 9
Massive tune alert from the FAR OUT crew & Brazilian percussion masterminds GRUPO BATUQUE. "BATUCADA MANEIRA" was one of the stand out tracks from their latest album & it gets 2 remixes here from the man from down under: ENNIO STYLES who turns out a heavy batucada broken beat & a house mix.
Grupo Magnetico/POSITIVO CD
$10.50
Catalog #: AOTNCD020 2
A Latin super-group from Scotland with backgrounds in funk, hip hop, punk, and soul, and a shared obsession with NYC salsa. This 10-song album, mixed by Grammy-winning Latin producer AARON LEVINSON, features legendary musicians from Cuba, Venezuela, and America. (ATHENS OF THE NORTH)
Helio Matheus/HELIO MATHEUS LP
$27.00
Catalog #: AOTNLP017 1
Originally released in 1975, the debut album from the Brazilian guitarist, singer, and composer featured arrangements by OBERDAN "BLACK RIVER" MAGALHAES, ZE RODRIX, and CHIQUINHO DE MORAES, with AZYMUTH as a support band. (ATHENS OF THE NORTH)
Henry Mancini/TOUCH OF EVIL LP
$19.50
Catalog #: POPPYLP020 1
Latest reissue on POPPYDISC is the soundtrack to ORSON WELLS' noir classic "TOUCH OF EVIL", featuring 19 tracks of '50s-era rock & roll, bossa nova, Latin jazz, boogie woogie, and blues written and performed by MANCINI. With lots of low brass and sparse orchestral bits, this LP is quite boisterous!
Hot Diamond Aces/DSOMC-AL ZANDERS RX 12"
$15.00
Catalog #: AZ001 9
A-Z is the new label from AL ZANDERS. The debut release sees him remixing the bombastic brass licks and Afrobeat-inspired rhythms of "DSOMC" by 7 piece Sheffield group HOT DIAMOND ACES. B-side "RAIZ" is an uplifting house jam by ZANDERS, featuring twinkling keys from SLEEPSANG. (A-Z)
Irfan/OUR RAAG 12"
$8.25
Catalog #: STILLM016 9
The man behind RAINY CITY MUSIC, Manchesters IRFAN debuts on STILL MUSIC with his Indian love song influenced "OUR RAAG" which rings in at 11 mins & features deep analog bass, tablas, & vocals from Indian singer NARAYANAN. "XIAME" on the flip is a spiritual Afro house jam for SACRED RHYTHM fans.
Islandman/KAYBOLA (WHITE VINYL) DLP
$37.50
Catalog #: ZZZV19002W 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. This Turkish trio deliver an album full of ethno-cultural material from Japan to Bulgaria to the throat singers of Tuva. Shamanic rhythms are introduced to nomadic guitars, combining with electronic structures, and transforming jazz elements into dance movements. (MUSIC FOR...
Jaribu Afrobeat Arkestra/MEDIACRACY CD
$18.00
Catalog #: TRCD9014 2
One of today's best Afrobeat bands, spiritually influenced by the great FELA KUTI and TONY ALLEN. Over the past few years, JARIBU AFROBEAT has established themselves as one of TOKYO's biggest festival acts. Snatch up this brilliant 11 track sophomore album now. (TRAMP)
Javi P3z Orquesta/SPORTS CD
$19.50
Catalog #: HITOP016CD 2
The follow up album to the successful single "PING PONG", entirely based on Spanish leisure sports. JAVI P3Z is a Spanish producer who, with the help of a full band, created a heavy mix of "afrolatinpinballfunk" and everyone is showing it love: GILLES, QUANTIC, KENNY DOPE and more. (HITOP)
Jazzconductor/BRAZILIAN LOVE AFFAIR 12"
$7.50
Catalog #: DICEY007 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. This EP is dedicated to the Brazilian sounds of the 60's & 70's. All tracks are reedited by the mighty BEATCONDUCTOR. The super funky "SAPIO" starts off the EP, followed by "WANDA VIDAL", a beautiful bossa track. "PRA OXALA" is a samba-house delight and "PIXIERO" is a fusion...
Joshua Moses/30 YEARS IN WILDERNESS CD
$18.00
Catalog #: ARC250CD 2
BRISTOL ARCHIVES' latest artist album features rare, unreleased, and live recordings from roots guru JOSHUA MOSES. Tracks date 1978-2003, 15 slices of roots reggae of the highest degree, there is no doubt if he had recorded in Kingston he would have become an international star. Recommended.
Junior Mendes/COPACABANA SADIA CD
$10.50
Catalog #: AOTNCD015 2
LUIZ MENDES JR was a ubiquitous figure in the Brazilian soul/funk scene of the 70's and early 80's, contributing to releases by artists such as BANDA BLACK RIO, TIM MARIA, & SANDRA DE SA. His only solo album has been off the radar for over 35 years until this official reissue. (ATHENS OF THE NORTH)
Juzu/MORNING GROW 12"
$11.25
Catalog #: KOKO001 9
JUZU aka MOODY is a diverse artist whose last work was released on JOE CLAUSELL's NATURAL RESOURCE label. "MORNING GROW" is a lush Latin track recorded with Cuban session musicians, while "EVENING GROW" is a subtle & melodic broken techno track. (CROSSPOINT)
Kongo Dia Ntotila/360 DEGREES DLP
$30.00
Catalog #: PUSSYLP061 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. The second record from this Kongo-Jazz outfit is a 10-track album that pays homage to some of Africa's finest dance music styles with a heavy injection of jazz. Pressed on 180g double vinyl. (PUSSYFOOT)
Ku Bo/KAGGUA 12"
$14.25
Catalog #: MAN035 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. With his 3rd 12", Viennese producer STEFAN MORTH moves his labratory of futuristic Afro-Brazilian music, KU BO, onto another continent: Africa. 4 tracks total on this EP, 2 instrumentals & 2 featuring singer SARAH TSHILA and SARA WORKNEH. A great mix of both electronic &...
KutiMangoes/AFROTROPISM LP
$21.00
Catalog #: TRLP9083 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. With their third album the group is relying more on themselves than the inclusion of guest African artists. Going for a deeper sound, there are experiments with synthesizers and a bit of electronic effects while still focusing on groove, melody, atmosphere, and musicianship....
Lani Singers/NINALIK NDAWI CD
$19.50
Catalog #: DTR013 2
A collection of acoustic folk songs of freedom from the LANI SINGERS, who escaped West Papua on the island of New Guinea and settled in the UK. "Deeply emotive and compelling,their songs are rooted in the sacred rituals of the Lani tribes people". File in WORLD MUSIC. (DANCING TURTLE RECORDS)
Lekan Babalola/OBA AWON OBA REMIX 12"
$12.00
Catalog #: OYE3 9
The mighty AFRONAUGHT teams with the hugely talented percussionist LEKAN BABALOLA for "OBA AWON OBA" a heavily percussive track deeply rooted in the African music tradition. This was a perfect fit for AFRONAUGHT to give it a broken beat makeover. Incls vocal, dub, beats, & accapella. (51 LEX)
Lightning Head/AFROBEAT EP 12"
$13.50
Catalog #: LH12001 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. This 4-track EP is the first release on GLYN "BIGGA" BUSH's new label LION HEAD. Resurrecting the sounds of West Africa in the early 70's (Ghanaian highlife, Nigerian funk, & of course Afrobeat), this is a meticulous tribute of largely instrumental cuts. Back in stock!
M'Selem/AFRICAN LIVING ABROAD 12"
$12.75
Catalog #: KIFSA050 9
Known for prior work with FRANCK ROGER & JAZZ LIBERATORZ, heavyweight French musician M'SELEM goes it solo for "AFRICAN LIVING ABROAD" out on KIF records & featuring serious vocal work from WUNMI. Also on the 12" are "ROOTLESS TREE", "JAKO", & "OBJETA". Great deep afro vibes all around.
Mabon Dawud Republic/WAWA TREE 7"
$16.50
Catalog #: BUBE035 7
Hungary's first all-star progressive Afrobeat ensemble, started as a FELA KUTI tribute band for the first FELA-bration event in Budapest, is a 15 piece orchestra. BUDABEATS RECORDS releases their first ever record on 7" vinyl with two heavy Afrobeat cuts! (BUDABEATS)
Makossa & Megablast/FUNK MUNDIAL #5 12"
$13.50
Catalog #: MAN017 9
Following up the likes of SEIJI, STEREOTYP, & THE CROOKERS, G-STONE artists MAKOSSA & MEGABLAST contribute the latest to MAN RECORDINGS FUNK MUNDIAL series. "LATE QUE EU TO PASANDO" is a bass heavy baile house track with killer female MCing. Already getting respect from KRUDER & DORFMEISTER!
Manu Dibango/AFROVISION CD
$15.00
Catalog #: ASVN020 2
AFRICA SEVEN re-issues his 1976 album, comprised of 6 lengthy tracks spanning a range of styles from driving Afro jazz to groovy Afro funk and slow groovin' reggae. (AFRICA SEVEN)
Manu Dibango/MANU 76 CD
$15.00
Catalog #: ASVN007 2
Next up on AFRICA SEVEN is a CD re-issue from the FIESTA label of this 6 track album from Cameroon's most famous artist. These lengthy songs cover a wide range of styles: sokouss beats, afro boogie jazz, afrofunk soul, and pensive soundtrack moods.
Manu Dibango/SUN EXPLOSION CD
$12.00
Catalog #: ASVN009CD 2
Next up in the AFRICA SEVEN re-issue series of MANU DIBANGO album from FIESTA is "SUN EXPLOSION". Recorded in 1978, these 4 lengthy tracks straddle a series of styles from lazy reggae jazz to afro-funk jazz, from disco-influeced strings to driving barss and funky xylophone.(AFRICA SEVEN)
Mariana Zwarg Sexteto/NASCENTES LP
$25.50
Catalog #: EQX014V 1
Representing the third generation of musicians playing "universal music", a tradition started by her legendary godfather the Brazilian musician HERMETO PASCOAL who is featured on the album. ZWARG's debut album is an explosion of lush Brazilian rhythms fused with jazz goodness! (EQUINOX)
Miriam Aida/LETRAS AO BRASIL CD
$22.50
Catalog #: CTV36519 2
The gorgeous voice of MIRIAM AIDA takes the traditional songs of Sweden & breaks new ground by combining them with the sound of Brazil on "LETRAS AO BRASIL". 12 tracks that delivers a dynamic variation from a gentle ballad to the Carnival of Rio to the expressive afro-samba sound. (CONNECTIVE)
Mo' Horizons/AND BANANA SOUNDSYSTEM CD
$18.00
Catalog #: AR019CD 2
Brand new 13 track album from long running deep funk band loaded with hot hot salsa, fiery bossa nova, funky cumbia, and Copacabana jazz with many guest vocalists. Includes a Latin ska version of PRINCE's "KISS" with MARGA MUNGUAMBE, while DENISE M'BAYE adds a Sengal vocal flavor to the mix.
Monica Nogueira/KEN GOES BRAZIL PT 2 12"
$12.00
Catalog #: SSOH028 9
Part two in this series of Brazilian numbers from CLAUDE MONNET. Smoothed out deep and latin! More great vocals from MONICA NOGUEIRA alongside well done live percussion and live brass playing. Remixes from LIL SNEAKY BOY and BIBI included. 5 mixes total.
Monty Neysmith(Symarip)/MEETS BISHOPS CD
$9.00
Catalog #: JUMP132CD 2
Brand new album from singer/organist of the mighty SYMARIP, whose 1970 "SKINHEAD MOONSTOMP" album is still a huge seller for TROJAN RECORDS. This sees him teamed up with THE BISHOPS to re-create that vintage reggae & ska vibe. Bonus 7" tracks included too. In mini-LP style CD jacket. (JUMPUP)
Moon Invaders & Caroloregians/HOT CD
$10.50
Catalog #: JUMP076CD 2
Two of Europe's leading 60's tradtional ska / early / skinhead reggae bands team up for this exclusive split album on JUMP UP to conincide with their US tour. 16 tracks full of boogaloo funk, soul, reggae, ska, and northern sounds. "HOT BLOOD COLD WEATHER" has all new tracks, w/ retro-boxing art.
Mr. T Bone & Young Lions/HEROES(GREEN)LP
$12.00
Catalog #: MRTB 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. In stock now! On tour w/ US ska/reggae legends THE SLACKERS! ITALY's top Jamaican styled MC delivers sweet soulful roots reggae & old style ska w/ big horns and bouncey keys. Sung in English, MR T is a little bit dance hall and load of soul ala DR RING DING. GREEN VINYL in...
Mustafa/SAO SALVADOR REMIXED 12"
$12.75
Catalog #: JAZZMIN004 9
NUTROPIC's budding JAZZMIN label is back with 2 slick slices of Brazilian DNB action, some of the best we've heard in some time. Original production credits go to Brazil's MUSTAFA & this 12" includes remixes from IRMA's KALEIDOSCOPO & labelheads NUTROPIC.
Nitin Sawhney/NOCHES EN VELA 12"
$10.50
Catalog #: VVR5032256 9
Limited promos taken from his new album "PHILTRE". This takes traditional Spanish flamenco and adds a punchy electronic undercurrent to the mix. Also includes an instrumental of "NOCHES EN VELA". B-side "FOOTPRINTS" has a similar Spanish vibe. (V2)
Nitty Gritty Sextet/NITTY GRITTY(1967)CD
$18.00
Catalog #: ROCCD002 2
ROCAFORT proudly presents this previously unreleased Latin monster from 1967, 10 tracks of top-shelf boogaloo, mambo, and Latin jazz featuring TITO PUENTE, JIMMY SABATER, LOUIE RAMIREZ & more. Booklet with extensive pics & linernotes from the composer BOBBY MARIN. Remastered from original acetate.
Nu Tropic/VOCE SABE REMIX EP #2 12"
$12.75
Catalog #: JAZZMIN002 9
Following up last weeks batch of remixes NU TROPIC is back with their 2nd set of remixes from "VOCE SABE". This time around we have remixes from YUKIHIRO FUKUTOMI, SOUL SOURCE, L'AROYE & KY, & STEPPAH HUNTAH. Top notch all around this EP falls to the soulful, jazzy side of things.
Orlando Joe/MURA STOMP 7"
$12.00
Catalog #: SLIPPED704 7
SLIPPED DISCS follows up their storming renditions of BEYONCE & MUSIQ with this afro heater with vocals from STONES THROW artists OH NO & WILDCHILD & their cut "STOMP THAT" over the top. Flip is a dub mix.
Orquesta El Macabeo/SALSA MACABRA CD
$13.50
Catalog #: CANDELACD03 2
The debut CD from the 12 piece band with a punk rock background that took the Puerto Rican underground scene by storm. They call themselves Rockeros and play salsa for people who don't know how to dance salsa. They write and produce all their own songs. Their fans include TEGO CALDERON. (CANDELA)
Palov & Mishkin/THINK TWICE CD
$21.00
Catalog #: CAB106 2
In infamous Paris re-edit duo are bombing the soul out of you with their debut long player on CAST-A-BLAST. THINK TWICE selectively combines heavy guitar funk, block breaks, exotic soul, & tropacalia into a playful mash with a vintage 60s/70s feel. Prev GAMM & REBTUZ EPs have built up big hype.
Phenomenal Handclap Band/ELIA Y ELIZ 7"
$18.00
Catalog #: MP608SG 7
NYC's P.H.B add a heady mix of raw soul, vocal harmonies, fuzzy guitars, African percussion, and analog synths to the sweet 70s Colombian sister group ELIA Y ELIZABETH. Puerto Rico via Brooklyn duo BUSCABULLA add chilled Caribbean sensibilities with this 7 inch exclusive. (MUSHROOM PILLOW).
Pigbag/YEAR OF PIGBAG CD
$18.00
Catalog #: FOD095CD 2
Originally formed in 1980, PIGBAG burst into the charts with their first single "PAPA'S GOT A NEW PIGBAG", a track that retains its dancefloor appeal to this day. From Bristol, this funk/jazz/afro/dance collective has recorded a new 9 track album with its original members for SUGAR SHACK.
PS5/UNCONSCIOUS COLLECTIVE LP
$42.00
Catalog #: HJ005LP 1
Connecting the dots between Naples, North Africa, and Latin America, PS5 is the new jazz ensemble led by PIETRO SANTANGELO (NU GUINEA, SLIVOVITZ, FITNESS FOREVER) that incorporates the melodic textures of two saxophones into a worldy fusion of jazz and other elements. (HYPERJAZZ)
Quarteto Magritte/MALANOTTE 7"
$11.25
Catalog #: AFR031 7
QUARTETO MAGRITTE deliver this 7" of tango-infused dance sounds colliding with distorted bass and heavy drums for the AFRO ART label. The b-side treats us to a PAUL MURPHY remix on a Cuban tip. This will appeal equally to Latin, nujazz and lounge heads with a flair for the international.
Radiokijada/NUEVOS SONIDOS AFRO #1 12"
$12.00
Catalog #: MARCH002 9
GOTAN PROJECT's CHRISTOPH MULLER teams up with Peruvian percussionist RODOLFO MUNOZ on this Afo Peruvian single. 3 tracks of deep, melodic, tribal music. Rhythmic and unique (and featuring traditional sounds from instruments like the Quijada--donkey's jaw). World music goes nujazz!
Riovolt/BRISA 12"
$11.25
Catalog #: ICP134 9
A 4-minute edit of the sprawling original of this jazzy bossa cut is here, plus a more subdued, downtempo mix from SICANIA SOUL. Then 12 FINGERS serve up a pair of more fast-paced house remixes to round out the package.
Riovolt/SAMBARAMA CD
$7.50
Catalog #: IRM816CD 2
RIOVOLT combines latin sounds like samba and bossa nova with electronic and lounge grooves, like break beats and drum and bass. This Brazillian producer was brought up on samba and bossa rhythms, so this combination comes naturally to him. Warm, organic modern Brazillian music. (IRMA)
Roman Andren/COLOR GREEN CD
$21.00
Catalog #: AJABUCD016 2
Swedish jazz musician's fourth album is inspired by Brazilian and African mythology and religion, full of warm percussion, flutes, acoustic piano, strings, and African tradition singing - it truly comes to life! 11 tracks (AJABU)