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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)
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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)
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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...
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Dele Sosimi/THE CONFLUENCE (2024) LP    $33.00
Catalog #: WAHLP025 1
Afrobeat ambassador DELE SOSIMI's album of Afrobeat, jazz, and worldly pop recorded by a team of specially assembled musicians under the banner of THE ESTUARY 21. Not to be confused with the deleted 2023 EP of the same name, whose 6 songs are included here along with 5 new cuts! (WAH WAH 45's)
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Sanam/AYKATHANI MALAKON (CV) LP    $33.00
Catalog #: MAIS054LPC 1
Beirut's free-rock post-folk sextet presents a debut album that fuses traditional Egyptian song and Arabic poetry with improvised rock, free jazz and noise. The 9-song album, coming in at 42 minutes, is pressed on limited color vinyl. (MAIS UM)
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Son Yambu/TREMENDO AMBIENTE LP    $33.00
Catalog #: APSLP240 1
Continuing the legacy of the legendary BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, this London group features the very best of Cuba's musical diaspora. Their second album of original songs in the classic "son Cubano" style revolves around the group's traditional "sonora" sound of two trumpets. (APOLLO SOUND)
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Alogte Oho/O YINNE! LP    $30.00
Catalog #: PH33008 1
The now globally established Ghanaian gospel singer, backed by his powerful female choir SOUNDS OF JOY, delivers a second album. GILLES PETERSON stated after the band's performance at his Worldwide Festival: "It was my absolute favorite moment in 16 years at the festival." (PHILOPHON)
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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)
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Soema Montenegro/CIRCULO RADIANTE LP    $30.00
Catalog #: MAIS056 1
Argentine folk/experimental artist's fifth album is a remarkable evolution of her work, ingeniously connecting Latin American folk and modern electronica with the help of producer LEO MARTINELLI of TREMOR. Her vocals are dramatic and beautifully uplifting. (MAIS UM)
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Various/AFRO EXOTIQUE 2 LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ASVN066 1
Subtitled "FURTHER ADVENTURES IN THE LEFTFIELD, AFRICA 1975-87", this 10 song compilation explores esoteric listening from the Motherland! Includes music by AFRO CULT FOUNDATION, ORCHESTRE LIPUA-LIPUA, AKWASSA, AURA, AKOFA AKOUSSAH, FRANCIS BEBY, SORRY BAMBA, and more! (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/DESMO PRESENTS A L.A.S. 3LP    $30.00
Catalog #: DESMO01V 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Relisted. Set of remixes of classic 1960s tango music from Argentina's TRIO DE CAJON. A mix of house, nujazz, and downtempo from MO' HORIZONS, MARK FARINA, STIMMING, THE ORB, JON KENNEDY, UP BUSTLE & OUT and more. 16 tracks in a gatefold sleeve with digital download of the...
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Eko/FUNKY DISCO MUSIC LP    $27.00
Catalog #: ASVN052 1
EKO ROOSEVELT LOUIS, from the African nation of Cameroon, had a musical career spanning over 40 years. This album from 1979, his third, captured the essence of the era with jazz-funk-disco stylings perfectly married to indigenous African styles. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/MOTHERS' GARDEN LP    $27.00
Catalog #: ASVN022 1
Subtitled "THE FUNKY SOUNDS OF FEMALE AFRICA 1975 - 1984", this 10-song compilation was inspired by Women's Day 2018 and the ALICE WALKER essay "IN SEARCH OF OUR MOTHERS' GARDENS". Includes some of Africa's most recognized female artists, along with some lesser known names. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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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)
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Bokaye/ETHNO GROOVE 12"    $24.00
Catalog #: ERC140 9
This 1990 Afro-cosmic gem championed by DANIELE BALDELLI at the time is such a hybrid of different genres. Alongside the original, this 12" also includes an additional pair of remixes that came out in 1994. (EMOTIONAL RESCUE)
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Various/A7 EDITS VOL 6 12"    $24.00
Catalog #: A7E006 9
Reissue label AFRICA SEVEN's spin-off edits series returns with four mixes from ALAN DIXON, JOHN TALABOT & PIONAL, ESCAPADE, and JACQUES RENAULT of songs by GYEDU BLAY AMBOLLEY, EKAMBI BRILLANT, PASTEUR LAPPE, and MICHAEL AMARA. (A7 EDITS)
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Various/REPUBLICAFROBEAT VOL. 3 CD    $24.00
Catalog #: RAB3 2
REPUBLICAFROBEAT VOL 3 continues compiling the interpretations that the music keeps delivering us today. This comp is more open to new musical styles such as KOKOLO or VANGUARDIA SONORA who combine afrobeat w/ latin rhythms. (CANAMO)
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Various/SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE EP VOL 2 12"    $24.00
Catalog #: BUBE046 9
Four selections from around the world suited equally for a packed dance floor as an afternoon pool party, with a 1984 boogie masterpiece by EMILIO SANTIAGO, a 10-minute acidic tropical shower from CHILLUM TRIO, KARL PLANCK editing 90's Egyptian dance, & an Asian house fusion. (BUDABEATS)
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Bosq & Kaleta/MEJI MEJI 12"    $22.50
Catalog #: BAC010 9
This pair return for the second single from their forthcoming album, with two uplifting Afro funk tracks, including instrumentals of both the title track and "SONAYON". Also features beautiful artwork by AMANDA LOBOS of Brazil. (BACALAO)
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Desorden Publico/BAILANDO SOBRE LAS.. LP    $22.50
Catalog #: JUMP134LP 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Random color repress of Venezuelan ska legends (30+ years) feat TOKYO SKA PARADISE ORCHESTRA, HANA KOBAYASHI, Germany's DR RING DING and RAGGABUND. Twelve tracks, mostly fast 2-TONE style ska but ragamuffin reggae dancehall vibes here too. Amazing original sleeve art by...
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Faze Action & Zeke Manyika/MASWERA 12"    $22.50
Catalog #: FAR051 9
The fourth and final release in the Afro series with these two artists, this time cranking up the horns and leaning towards a more Afro-Latin, Balearic-flavored track. "RUGARE" has a more Afro-electronic sound. (FAZE ACTION RECORDS)
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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)
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Mr. K/HAVEN'T STOP THE PERCUSSION.. 12"    $22.50
Catalog #: MRKEDITS005 9
Back with a pair of leftfield edits from the maestro himself. The A-side is an extended percussion track similar to his recent "BATUTASTICA" single on GAMM, while the flip is "PICTURES AND MEMORIES" by MARLENA SHAW. (MR. K EDITS)
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Pietasters, The/ALL DAY (WHITE) LP    $22.50
Catalog #: JUMP193LP 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. First time on vinyl for this 2007 classic from Washington DC ska reggae soul legends. Includes fan favorites "DON'T WANNA KNOW", "KEEP ON LYIN'", "LATE NIGHT CALL", "CHANGE MY WAYS" and their TOM PETTY cover of "LISTEN TO HER HEART". White vinyl limited to 300 copies. (JUMP UP)
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Smile Orange/ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK (CV) LP    $22.50
Catalog #: JOVLP601 1
RSD repress. Essential 1976 Jamaican blaxploitation holy grail soundtrack, original copies are practically non-existent. Composed by jazz great MELBA LISTON, last copies on orange vinyl. For fans of JIMMY CLIFF's HARDER THEY COME, ROCKERS and COUNTRYMAN. Funk, soul, reggae! (JAMAICA ON VINYL)
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Una Mas Trio/RITMO DEL FUTURA CD    $22.50
Catalog #: AR013CD 2
The UNA MAS TRIO blend traditional South American styles & contemporary club music to create their own "RITMO DEL FUTURA" & release it as their debut full length thats a treasure trove of hitting rhythms, keeping the spirit of Latin & Brazilian music alive. (AGOGO)
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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)
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Arash & Quasar/DOUBLE MOON EP 12"    $21.00
Catalog #: MELLAH3 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. Italo, synth pop, and folk music with Middle eastern flair all meet up on this 7-track EP, featuring three original productions from the duo along with 4 of their remixes of other artists (EOLIKA, KOLA BELDY, SUPER SOUL, and ORCHESTRE POLY-RYTHMO DE COTONOU). (MELLAH)
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KutiMangoes/AFROTROPISM LP    $21.00
Catalog #: TRLP9083 1
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. (TRAMP)
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Mr. K/WELA WELA 7"    $21.00
Catalog #: MXMRK2065 7
DANNY KRIVIT delivers a pair of African edits on 45. First up is BLACK BLOOD, a central African group based in Belgium, flipped with "KOMI KE KENAM (FISH & FUNJEE)" from LANTEI LAMPTEY. (MR. K EDITS)
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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.
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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)
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Various/AXIAL TILT PART 2 EP 12"    $21.00
Catalog #: MULTICULTI057 9
Eclectic electronic meets world music label MULTI CULTI launches a new quarterly 12" series in step with the seasons, with "SOLSTICE II" next up. Features new music by INIGO VONTIER & SIMPLE SYMMETRY, PONTY MYTHON, PANCHO PIEDRA, HERMETICS & HANNAH LEE, and MAGIC PIRATE. (MULTI CULTI)
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Various/CULT EDITS 007 12"    $21.00
Catalog #: CULTED007 9
The much revered edit series from the MULTI CULTI label returns in 2021 with 4 new reworks by MYTRON & OFOFO, BARRY SUNSET, THOMASS JACKSON, and MEDIEVAL MAN. (MULTI CULTI)
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Various/LOS DISCOS BUENOS (LOVEMONK) CD    $21.00
Catalog #: LMNK31 2
Madrid based LOVEMONK records releases a compilation as diverse as their singles, ranging from the progressive disco-rock by the PHENOMENAL HANDCLAP BAND, latin-boogie by LOS AMIGOS INVISIBLES, folkie RUSSIAN RED, German Basque MAKALA doing ragtime-hop, and much more! Check out these 15 tracks!
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Various/MAS ACHILIFUNK CD    $21.00
Catalog #: LMNK29CD 2
MAS ACHILIFUNK is a musical trip that starts in Barcelona & travels around the world. TXARLY connects the dots between the best Rumba acts to the most forward thinking remixers & producers out there. Amazing stuff! (LOVEMONK)
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Various/SOUL OF THE MAKOSSA MAN RX 1 12"    $21.00
Catalog #: WAR5 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. Not the same remixes of MANU DIBANGO that were originally released in the early 2000's. This is the 1st of 2 sets of contemporary remixes from the SKYLAX label, featuring SIMONCINO, FTG, GROOVE BOYS, and MOONDOG. Much delayed from an original 2022 release date, finally...
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Aroop Roy/RE BULELE EP 12"    $19.50
Catalog #: FR294 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. Opening cut "MAMA MWANA" is entrancing with its thumb piano loops and a traditional African vocal over a subtle house beat. The title track is a stripped back cut featuring vocals by Botswana native FOX MEROPA, with a tech-house remix by Moroccan producer FNX OMAR. (FREERANGE)
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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.
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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!
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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)
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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)
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Various/MOVIMENTO:COPACABANA SOUNDS CD    $19.50
Catalog #: LOTION014 2
As the August heat starts to kick in we're proud to present this breezy compilation of Brazilian classics reinterpreted in a loungey & downtempo vein. Perfect soundtrack to summer cocktail parties, trips to the beach, or just for all you lovers of the sweet sounds of Brazil. (AUDIO LOTION)
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Various/SISTER BOSSA VOL 6 DCD    $19.50
Catalog #: IRM813CD 2
6th volume of the much acclaimed SISTER BOSSA series, one of the trademarks of the IRMA label. Features a who's who of todays most interesting artists on the Brazilian electronic scene, includes LTJ EXPERIENCE, SICANIA SOUL, DJ RODRIGUEZ & more.
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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)
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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)
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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!
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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!).
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Various/DESMO PRESENTS A L.A.S. DCD    $18.00
Catalog #: DESMO01CD 2
One CD features 13 tracks of modern tangos from Argentina's TRIO DE CAJON while the other CD features 14 remixes done by STIMMING, MO' HORIZONS, MARK FARINA, UP BUSTLE & OUT, FLEVANS, JON KENNEDY and more. Deluxe fold out Digipak with extensive liner notes. For world music AND nujazz fans.(DESMO)
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Various/FREE AFRICA 4CD BOX    $18.00
Catalog #: LM54176 2
Groove Dis Exclusive. Stocking Stuffer! Amazing 4 CD box celebrating 50 years of independence for the main African countries. 50 tracks including MANU DIBANGO, SALIF KEITA, M MAKEBA, ALI FARKA TOURE, M KANTE, ANGELICA KIDJO, ALPHA BLONDY, and more. Blues/jazz/rock from 4 corners of Africa. New...
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Various/SISTER BOSSA VOL 6 DLP    $18.00
Catalog #: IRM813LP 1
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Various/ULTIMATE REGGAE ALBUM 6CD    $18.00
Catalog #: DECSIX018 2
Big find with this 6 CD set! Necessary reggae & dancehall classics from BOB MARLEY, BEENIE MAN, WAYNE WONDER, DILLINGER, SEAN PAUL, YELLOWMAN, THE DUBTINGS, and tons more. All those tracks you meant to get, but forgot about...... (DECADANCE)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Riovolt/DIGITAL AUDIO BOSSA DLP    $16.50
Catalog #: IRMA5138151 1
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Various/SISTER BOSSA VOL 5 CD    $16.50
Catalog #: IRM802CD 2
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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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DJ Afroqbano & Sound Culture/GOLPE DE 7"    $15.00
Catalog #: FRZ004 7
FUTURE ROOTZ 45 featuring DJ AFROQBANO sampling "EL LAMENTO CUMBIABERO" by LOS CORRALEROS DE MAJAQUAL with ARMANDO PEREZ on guitar. The flip is SOUND CULTURE's remix of "GOLPE DE TAMBOR". Pure Afro-Latin fire with a modern edge. Last copies so don't miss out.
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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)
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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)
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Kokolo vs Los Terrificos/REMIXES 12"    $15.00
Catalog #: P&R-EP-003 9
Not new, but new to us (came out in 2018). 4 tropical house remixes from around the world. KOKOLO, one of the leading Afrobeat groups gets remixed by BOSQ and MAX ESSA. One of the flip KOKOLO side project LOS TERRIFICOS gets remixed by D. BRIGGS and STUDEBAKER HAWK. Custom die cut sleeve.
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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)
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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.
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Tala A.M./AFRICAN FUNK.. 1975-1978 CD    $15.00
Catalog #: ASVN018CD 2
TALA A.M. (aka TALA ANDRE MARIE of the African nation of Cameroon) gets an 11-song retrospective album of his more experimental funk sounds that focuses on his output from FIESTA RECORDS between 1973 to 1978. Previously only available on vinyl, now on CD as well. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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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 &...
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Boo Williams/BACKWARDS JIVE 12"    $13.50
Catalog #: BMM40 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. Chicago legend BOO WILLIAMS steps into the Afro House arena on this 4 track 12" feat. JAMIEL PATTON. BOO's trademark floaty spaced out keys float and dance around JAMIEL's outstanding vocoded vocal work. B-side's "Space Mix" pushes the title track further into techy sci-fi...
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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.
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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)
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Dez Andres/DEBES LLORAR & AQUI ESTAMO 7"    $13.50
Catalog #: FRZ005 7
Detroit hip hop & house legend DJ DEZ aka ANDRES (SLUM VILLAGE) taps into his Cuban roots for the FUTURE ROOTZ imprint. "DEBES LLORAR" uses raw drum beats with a hot Latin shuffle and Spanish vocals, the flip "AQUI ESTAMOS" has a sunset sound, hip hop deep house beats and seductive vocals.
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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.
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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!
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Los Caneyes/NO ESTABAS NO ESTABAS TU 7"    $13.50
Catalog #: FRZ006X 7
Cuban funk master JUAN PABLO TORRES gets two flame-hot Afro-Cuban 1973 cuts reissued by FUTURE ROOTZ. "NO ESTABAS..." and the flip "OYE VEN Y BAILA MI SON" licensed from EGREM, big hole loud 45 for DJs in full color picture sleeve.
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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!
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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)
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Sabu Martinez/REMIX EP 12"    $13.50
Catalog #: BTB001 9
PEEKABOO sublabel BODY TO BODY 12" debut featuring 2 housed up remixes of afro-latin wiz SABU MARTINEZ. "SABU SABU" is a remix from JEAN LOUIS HUHTA & SIMON HARTLEY & is a peaktime percussion heavy houser while "BLOT LUFT" is in a more MOODYMAN stylee. Includes the SABU original "WINDS & SKINS".
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Sammy Ayala/SAMMY AYALA CD    $13.50
Catalog #: CANDELACD01 2
This legendary Puerto Rican singer and percussionist passed away this week. Widely hailed for his contributions to the folk genres bomba and plena that preceded salsa, he is perhaps best remembered for his work with RAFAEL CORTIJO's all black orchestra from the 50's. Essential listening! (CANDELA)
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Seiji/TODO MUNDODO 12"    $13.50
Catalog #: MAN016 9
Continuing to enlist the hottest producers in the biz to contribute their own fresh take on the Baile Funk phenomenon, MAN RECORDINGS can already boast releases from STEREOTYP, SINDEN, & CROOKERS. Now they can add broken beat star SEIJI to the list for the latest in their FUNK MUNDIAL series.
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Stereotyp/JECE VALADAO 12"    $13.50
Catalog #: MAN010 9
MAN RECORDINGS diversify their artist roster by enlisting G-STONE's STEREOTYP for his unique interpretation of the Baile Funk sound. Features EDU K & JOYCE MUNIZ MCing over heavy electro tinged & siren laden funk on JECE VALADAO & JOYCE flowing solo over the crunch of "UEPA". Yellow vinyl.
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Zopelar/ESTUDOS 12"    $13.50
Catalog #: SWX012 9
Groove Dis Exclusive. The occasional AZIMUTH collaborator showcases his Brazilian heritage on this tribute to the late visionary genius IVAN "MAMAO" CONTI. The 6 forward looking tracks examine CONTI's influence while avoiding "throwback" territory. Features a stunning remix from BYRON THE...
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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?
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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