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Maga Bo/AMOR DLP    $57.00
Catalog #: KAX015LP 1
A veteran pioneer of global bass music with 20 years of experience presents a new album with an Afro-Brazilian focus, joining raw, acoustic timbres and textures with modern electronic production. Features a plethora of talent from Brazil, such as BAIANASYSTEM, BNEGAO, & ROSANGELA MACEDO. (KAXAMBU)
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Sindh/GUPTA TRIBES DLP    $45.00
Catalog #: SINDH001 1
LOUIS RAPET focuses on utilizing modular synths and real percussion types to create ambient spaces and complex grooves on his first album, inspired by an ancient civilization that once ruled India. This is not a million miles from the majesty of KLF's "PURE TRANCE" series. (SINDH)
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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)
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Various/PICONEMA: EAST AFRICAN HITS.. LP    $40.50
Catalog #: ROCLP010 1
Subtitled "EAST AFRICAN HITS ON THE COLOMBIAN COAST", the "PICONEMA" compilation showcases tracks from the Kenyan genre of benga music that has found a devoted following among the African diaspora of Colombia, played on soundystems called "picos". (ROCAFORT RECORDS)
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Bayara Citizens/ELEKTRIK AFRIKA DLP    $39.00
Catalog #: SRMLP1002 1
A 9-song album of extended DJ versions of tracks played and tested by DJ's like of JOE CLAUSSELL, RON TRENT, LOUIE VEGA, & TIMOTHY REGISFORD! This is an album of gorgeous deep house, bumping Afro house, and moments of serene beauty. Gatefold sleeve with special download codes. (SACRED RHYTHM)
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Amancio D'Silva/SAPANA LP    $37.50
Catalog #: SIR023 1
A spellbinding fusion of Indian raga and new age jazz, this extraordinary lost recording created in 1983 is the final release from the Indian-born guitarist and one of the most acclaimed figures to rise from the British jazz scene of the 60's/70's. 40 minutes total length. (THE ROUNDTABLE)
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Baligh Hamdi & Magid Khan/INDO-ARABIC LP    $37.50
Catalog #: ALT016 1
Unique fusion of the Indian and Egyptian musical cultures, as BALIGH HAMDI (most prominent of all modern composers in the Arab-speaking world) collaborates with renowned Indian sitar player MAGID KHAN on "INDO-ARABIC VARIATIONS". (ALTERCAT)
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Jo Bisso/AFRICAN DISCO EXPERIMENTALS DLP    $37.50
Catalog #: ASVN078 1
Collected from the Cameroonian musician's recordings between 1974 to 1978, these 14 tracks paint a picture of an artist dedicated to the underground club side of the disco scene fused with Afrobeat and American soul of the time. Includes the 16-minute extravaganza of "PLAY ME"! (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Jorge Keyes & Antonio Zepeda/A LA... LP    $37.50
Catalog #: ERC043 1
"A LA IZQUIERDA DEL COLIBRI" is a 6-song collaborative album between JORGE KEYES, founder of the seminal CHAC MOOL group and one of Mexico's most important experimental artists, with the additional percussion of ANTHONY ZEPEDA. 2022 repress at a higher price! (EMOTIONAL RESCUE)
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Letta Mbulu/IN THE MUSIC.. LP    $37.50
Catalog #: BEWITH006LP 1
A 2023 repress of this holy grail African LP, originally released in South Africa in 1983. Her immaculate voice emits a sweetness that radiates from deep within, & her style veers between disco, soul, & pop. "IN THE MUSIC... THE VILLAGE NEVER SLEEPS" is pressed on 180g vinyl. (BE WITH)
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Manu Chao/BAIONARENA 3LP+DVD    $37.50
Catalog #: BEC57725805 1
Intense '08 MANU CHAO concert captured live! Rumbas, rock, ska/reggae sung in FRENCH & SPANISH - his 33 biggest hits from the past decade! 3LP w/ DVD. Prepare to sweat! A household name in EUROPE since MANU NEGRA days, several AUSTIN CITY LMTS shows + LOLLAPALOOZA '06 made him big in the...
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Nana Vasconcelos/NANA... (CV) LP    $37.50
Catalog #: ALT025LTD 1
The self-titled album "NANA, NELSON ANGELO, NOVELLI", originally released in 1975 on SARAVAH, was a boundary-pushing experimentation that stands as a cult album of Brazilian music created by the three artists. Limited edition of 200 copies pressed on yellow vinyl. (ALTERCAT)
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Nautilus/NAUTILOID EXPERIENCE LP    $37.50
Catalog #: OD006LP 1
A split album, Side A is from Japanese jazz trio NAUTILUS, with 5 covers of classic soul tunes by THE DRAMATICS, AZYMUTH, GIL SCOTT-HERON, EDDIE HENDERSON, and WILLIAM DEVAUGHN. Side B has 5 songs by traditional Japanese singer ANNA SATO & NAUTILUS drummer TOSHIYUKI SASAKI. (OONOPS DROPS)
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Siraba/SIRABA DLP    $37.50
Catalog #: STM003LP 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Malian and French duo SIRABA unveil their much anticipated self-titled debut album on the SECRET TEACHINGS label of DAMIAN LAZARUS, a 10-track odyssey fusing the rich musical traditions of Mali with cutting edge electronic music. (SECRET TEACHINGS)
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Umeko Ando/BATTAKI +JOE CLAUSSELL RMX LP    $37.50
Catalog #: VOLKUTA002 1
Album of Japanese tribal music (Ainu) from UMEJO ANDO known as a master of the Upopo (song) and Mukkuri (mouth harp). 9 tracks including a special remix of the title track done by JOE CLAUSSELL. Comes with a dl card for the remix. Japanese import with pic sleeve. Sound samples for just 3 cuts.
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Sammy Massamba/1990 BENI SOIT TON NOM LP    $36.00
Catalog #: SSL1426P 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. A remastered reissue of the rare cult Afro LP blending Congolese rumba, soukous, boogie, and funk. This Afro-disco essential fetches
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Alabe Ketujazz/KAN LP    $34.50
Catalog #: POE0001 1
Formed in 2012 by French percussionist/composer ANTOINE OLIVIER and Brazilian saxophonist/composer GLAUCUS LINX, their sound is candomble rhythms meets jazz, where the saxophone assumes the part of the Orixas telling their story through musical movements. (POEIRA MUSIC)
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Islandman/KAYBOLA DLP    $34.50
Catalog #: ZZZV19002 1
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 DREAMS)
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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)
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Luisito Quintero/PERCUSSION... PT 1 DLP    $33.00
Catalog #: VR194 1
"PERCUSSION MADDNESS" was originally released in 2006, the sophomore album from the legendary percussionist produced by LOUIE VEGA and featuring a fusion of house, jazz, funk, salsa, and African music. Now reissued on vinyl with new bonus songs. Part 1 focuses on more house sounds. (VEGA)
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Samuele Strufaldi/DAVORIO LP    $33.00
Catalog #: MMACANDO005 1
Traditional guere music of Ivory Coast meets jazz and electronica on this cross-cultural album that tells the story of villagers in Gohou-Zagna, with all profits being donated to help construct a library in the village! (MUSICA MACONDO)
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Vox Populi!/AITHER LP    $33.00
Catalog #: ERC030 1
EMOTIONAL RESCUE pulls deep from the esoteric well with this remastered album originally released in 1989, a self-styled "ethno-industrial" project including numerous musicians. This melting pot fuses Persian folkloric vocals with dub, downtempo, & psychedelia. 2022 repress! (EMOTIONAL RESCUE)
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Ipa Boogie/IPA BOOGIE (1978) LP    $31.50
Catalog #: AJXLP550 1
ACID JAZZ exclusive license from ALBARIKA STORE, the label that defined the sound of Benin and influenced the entire region of West Africa. Super rare album from 1978 that fetches upwards of $1000 even in fair condition, the finest afro boogie and afro funk ever to have come from Benin. Six tracks.
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Maajo/TROPIC OF TULLI DLP    $31.50
Catalog #: QNLP001 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. This 10-track album of warm Afropop with funk & electronic influences is the continuation of an idea by producer HERMAN PRIME, expanded to a five member band using a mixed technique where vocal samples & programmed synths coalesce with hand-plucked guitars & handheld...
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Mowgan & Kaleta/KAROUSSEL LP    $31.50
Catalog #: MOW001 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. KALETA (frontman for AKOYA AFROBEAT ENSEMBLE & former contributor to FELA KUTI & SUNNY ADE) lends his vocals and guitars to the Afro-electronic original compositions of MOWGAN on all songs! Also features SHADE MYERS EMMANUEL, JUSTIN MASTERS, GBENGA WISE, FREDDIE DEBOE, &...
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Mowgan & Solo Sanou/SOYA LP    $31.50
Catalog #: MOW002 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. The 2nd release from MOW RECORDS is a further exploration of label head MOWGAN's penchant for house music and authentic African sounds. The 7-song album features percussion and vocals from the France-based artist SOLO SANOU who hails from the West African nation of Burkina...
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Orchestre Poly Rythmo/LE SATO LP    $31.50
Catalog #: AJXLP567 1
ACID JAZZ's latest reissue from the vaults of ALBARIKA STORE, this album was recorded and originally issued in 1974. "SATO" is the term for the traditional rhythms that soundtrack voodoo rituals and ceremonies in Benin. Sacred sounds through the use of layered trance inducing drums. Wild!
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Orchestre Poly Rythmo/SEGLA REG POP LP    $31.50
Catalog #: AJXLP551 1
ACID JAZZ exclusive license from ALBARIKA STORE, the label that defined the sound of Benin and influenced the entire region of West Africa. Super rare 1978 album recorded at EMI Lagos Nigeria, three epic compositions of pure West African rhythms remastered from original tapes!
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Orchestre Poly Rythmo/UNITE AFRICAINE LP    $31.50
Catalog #: AJXLP552 1
ACID JAZZ exclusive license from ALBARIKA STORE, the label that defined the sound of Benin and influenced the entire region of West Africa. Two crucial full-side tracks from 1977, the title is an afro-latin workout interwoven with driving horn stabs, "MEDE MA GRIN MESSE" is 17 min of dancefloor...
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Orchestre Poly Rythmo/V4 YEHOUESSI LP    $31.50
Catalog #: AJXLP553 1
ACID JAZZ exclusive license from ALBARIKA STORE, the label that defined the sound of Benin and influenced the entire region of West Africa. Here we have a straight reproduction of this hard to find 1978 classic, includes the DJ classic "AIHA NI KPE WE" guaranteed to activate any dancefloor!
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Various/AFROSONIQUE VOL 1 DLP    $31.50
Catalog #: ASVN041 1
Compiled by veteran UK producer TONY THORPE (MOODY BOYZ, THE KLF), this 12 song compilation is the first in a new series from AFRICA SEVEN bridging African songs from the 70's & 80's with producers of today for a re-edit series. IG CULTURE, PLAID, JOHN TALABOT, DJ FOOD, & more!! (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Caixa Cubo/AGORA LP    $30.00
Catalog #: JMLP005 1
Global pointing Brazilian jazz trio sparkles with electric funk and HERBIE- esque eclecticism, featuring a myriad of guest vocalists and musicians including Brazilians XENIA FRANCA and ZE LEONIDAS, JEMBAA GROOVE's Ghanaian singer ERIC OWUSU, and more! (JAZZ & MILK)
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Digital Afrika/HEART OF DRUMS LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ASWV031 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Australian duo drawing on their musical roots creates a global house record featuring contributions Nigeria, Cuba, India, Morocco, the US and their home of Australia. (AWESOME SOUNDWAVE)
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Domenico Lancellotti/SRAMBA LP    $30.00
Catalog #: MAIS053LP 1
Reaching back to the roots of samba while simultaneously completely revamping its blueprint, indoctrinating guitar and percussion-led rhythms with analog synthesizers courtesy of album producer RICARDO DIAS GOMES, the result is like TOM ZE and FAUST colliding. (MAIS UM)
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Free The Robots/DATU LP    $30.00
Catalog #: DATU1 1
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Grupo Los Yoyi/YOYI (1977) LP    $30.00
Catalog #: FRZ006 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. FUTURE ROOTZ teams up with CANAL SOUNDS to release this holy grail from Cuban bassist JORGE SOLER LEON. Originally released in 1977 on EGREM, it's JORGE's only known solo project fusing traditional Afro-Cuban rhythms with jazz, funk & disco, loaded with amazing horns and...
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Justo Almario/INTERLUDE (1981) LP    $30.00
Catalog #: EXLPM67 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Columbian sax/flute man who recorded over a dozen albums inc this jazz funk debut for ROY AYER'S UNO MELODIC, reissued for the first time on vinyl. ALMARIO's resume includes stints with MONGO SANTAMARIA, JAMES MASON, JON LUCIAN, DOM SALVADOR, and of course with AYERS on...
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Kanda Bongo Man/KEKETE BUE LP    $30.00
Catalog #: NWS17 1
The first new album from the legendary Congolese musician since 2010, and his first vinyl release in over two decades. The master of soukous, the infectious and uptempo guitar-driven music from the DRC, his record has new tracks alongside reinterpretations of his classics. (NO WAHALA SOUNDS)
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Konkolo Orchestra/FUTURE PASTS (GOLD) LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ROCLP012CV 1
Swiss-based project from ALEXIS MALEFAKIS with strong jazzy Afrobeat and highlife references that pays homage to innovators such as FELA KUTI, TONY ALLEN, and EBO TAYLOR. Guest vocalists include NONGOMA (South Africa), SIR FRANK KARIKARI (Ghana), & KITIO BATOLA (Congo). Gold vinyl! (ROCAFORT)
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Maajo/KURU KURU DLP    $30.00
Catalog #: QNLP003 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. The Finnish "electropical" ensemble delivers a second album full of live percussion, traditional balafons, kalimbas, African high-life guitars, vintage synths, electric pianos, birdsong, homemade flutes, and vocalists from Senegal, Zambia, & Benin. (QUEEN NANNY)
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Mabon Dawud Republic/SELF-TITLED LP    $30.00
Catalog #: BUBE040 1
The debut LP from the pioneering Hungarian Afrobeat supergroup is a tour de force with a stellar cast of featured artists including DELE SOSIMI (of FELA's original EGYPT 80 band), highlife legend PAT THOMAS, Ghanaian kologo player & vocalist STEVO ATAMBIRE, & vocalist ABATE BERIHUN. (BUDABEATS)
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Mestizo/MESTIZO LP    $30.00
Catalog #: MAIS055LP 1
A transatlantic collaboration between five musicians from the UK jazz collective STEAM DOWN (and DOOMCANNON), plus eight musicians from Colombia's folk, jazz, hip hop, salsa, and electronic scenes such as FRENTE CUMBIERO, ONDATROPICA, and LA PERLA. (MAIS UM)
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Mowgan & Fanta Sayon/L'ENFANTS... LP    $30.00
Catalog #: MOW003 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. The 3rd album from a series of five, all produced by label owner MOWGAN. Each album features vocalists and performers with African heritage. For "L'ENFANTS DE KITA" he teams up with FANTA SASSON SISSOKO, a female artist from the West African nation Mali for 7 tracks of Afro...
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Nitty Gritty Sextet/NITTY GRITTY(1967)LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ROCLP002 1
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. Gatefold cover with extensive liner notes from BOBBY MARIN. Remastered from original acetate.
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Olumo Soundz/U.N. (UNITED NONSENSE) LP    $30.00
Catalog #: BELLP01 1
The debut album from the Swedish Afrobeat band rooted in the traditions of FELA and FEMI KUTI is a 4-track album clocking in at 47 minutes, pressed on 180g vinyl. (BELIEVE INTERNATIONAL)
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Santiago Cordoba/DOROJA LP    $30.00
Catalog #: EARTHLY009 1
The third album by Argentinian musician SANTIAGO CORDOBA, this time in collaboration with THE BAULS OF BENGAL, exploring the traditional sounds of the Indian state of Bengal. The result is a melodic mixture and dialog of cultures, with modern electronic textures. (EARTHLY MEASURES)
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Sergio Mendes/DANCE MODERNO (RSD) LP    $30.00
Catalog #: POPPYLP032 1
POPPYDISC reissues 1961 Bossa Nova jazz classic on magenta vinyl limited to 500 copies. MENDES was the go-to collaborator for US jazz greats on tour in Brazil, signed to Atlantic and conquered the pop world with BRAZIL '66. A jazz and carnival dance groove delight. Official RSD 2019 selection.
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Various/AFRO PSYCH (1972-1977) LP    $30.00
Catalog #: ASVN069 1
The AFRICA SEVEN label presents a 9-song album of gems from 1970's African music, when HENDRIX, THE DOORS, SANTANA, and more influenced young African artists to create their own Afro-funk sounds infused with psychedelia. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/BRASIL NOVO LP    $30.00
Catalog #: MM003LP 1
Compiled by Sao Paolo's DJ TAHIRA & London's TIM GARCIA, the eight contemporary Afro-Brazilian tracks flit between samba, candomble, batuques, jazz, folk, and beyond, with the dancefloor in mind. (MUSICA MACONDO) More copies back in stock.
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Various/CROSSROADS KENYA LP    $30.00
Catalog #: NWS15 1
Subtitled "EAST AFRICAN BENGA AND RUMBA, 1980 - 1985", this 7-song compilation album clocks in at 46 minutes. Originally released as 7" singles produced by AUDIO PRODUCTIONS LTD, the songs were released on the WENDO, LULUS, MLIMA, and APL imprints. (NO WAHALA SOUNDS)
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Various/EAST AFRICA HIGHWAY LP    $30.00
Catalog #: NWS18 1
Subtitled "MORE GEMS FROM THE GOLDEN AGE OF BENGA AND RUMBA", this 7-song compilation of early 80's music from Kenya, Tanzania, and the DRC were all originally released on 7" singles. (NO WAHALA SOUNDS)
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Various/IVORY COAST SOUL LP    $30.00
Catalog #: HC14LP 1
Here's an incredible compilation that features the afro-funk & soul-fusion scene recorded in Abidjan between 1972 & 1982. Compiled by the heavy diggin DJAMEL HAMMADI, this contains 13 rare tracks from Ivorian figures like ERNESTO DJEDJE & J HYACINTHE to afrobeat bands like PIERRE ANTOINE. Hot!
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Various/THE BOYS FROM NAIROBI LP    $30.00
Catalog #: NWS12 9
Subtitled "BENGA & RUMBA FROM 1980's KENYA", this 10-song compilation has five Kenyan groups all with "BOYS" in their names, a common theme at the time. Previously only available in Kenya, all were 7" singles produced as part of BABU SHAH's AUDIO PRODUCTIONS stable. (NO WAHALA SOUNDS)
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African Pearls 70/CONGO RUMBA ROCK DLP    $29.25
Catalog #: 6154196 1
When 70s groove turned electric & took West African coast clubs by storm! Late 40s influence of jazz, European, & Cuban musics combined to form this style of rumba, which later developed into Congolese rumbarock. AMAZING coll. edition back in stock!! Mad limited gatefold vinyl pressing!
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African Pearls 70/ELECTRIC MALI 70S DLP    $28.50
Catalog #: 6154186 1
A loving tribute to West African coast clubs in the 70s, the unprecedented Malian Golden Age. A decade of electric experimentations and trippy musical adventures on this amazing collection of rare tracks. Double vinyl, crazy limited, gatefold sleeve. More copies back in stock!
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African Pearls 70/GUINEE 70S DLP    $28.50
Catalog #: 6157386 1
Finally avaialble on wax. The best tracks on two LPs in a colorful gatefold sleeve, if you are looking for lost classic African high life music from the 70's, you have come to the right place. Influenced by the soul, funk, and disco sounds from the States, these cuts are unique in rhythm & form.
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African Pearls 70/SENEGAL 70S DLP    $28.50
Catalog #: 6157396 1
Another volume in this tremendous 70's West African series released on wax! You know the deal, double vinyl in a colorful gatefold sleeve w/ extensive liner notes, photos, etc. The best tracks from the DCD have been selected and pressed on high quality vinyl. (SYLLART)
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Afro Latin Vintage Orch/DEFINITELY DLP    $28.50
Catalog #: MASTA001LP 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. "DEFINITELY ROOTS" is an album of French Afro fusion from the AFRO LATIN VINTAGE ORCHESTRA, comprised of 17 musicians. A mix of Afrobeat, jazz funk, West Indian rhythns, and much more. Creative and original with atypical rhythms for heavy Afro rare grooves. Limited edition....
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Afro National/AFRICAN EXPERIMENTALS LP    $28.50
Catalog #: ASVN068 1
Formed in the West African nation of Sierra Leone in 1972, the band merged highlife and jazz sounds with traditional African music. They went on to help define the sound of their nation for a generation. These 9 cuts from 1972 to 1979 focus on their more dancefloor oriented songs. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Balimaya Project/WOLO SO LP    $28.50
Catalog #: JRF0026 1
Afro-jazz 16-piece band lead by UK-based djembe player YAHAEL CAMARA ONONO featuring members of bands including KOKOROKO and SEED ENSEMBLE bridging London's bustling jazz circuit with a traditional repertoire of the Mande peoples of West Africa! (JAZZ RE:FRESHED)
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Jaribu Afrobeat Arkestra/MEDIACRACY DLP    $28.50
Catalog #: TRLP9014 1
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. Ltd ed double vinyl. (TRAMP)
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Osunlade/A MAN WITH NO PAST LP    $28.50
Catalog #: YSD48 1
"A MAN WITH NO PAST ORIGINATING THE FUTURE" is OSUNLADE's seventh album. 12 tracks of soulful electronic sounds influenced by jazz, ambient, world, and even a touch of Minneapolis soul. Don't pigeon hole this a straight deep house record as it is much more ambitious than that. Check it! (YORUBA)
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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80/FROM AFRICA...DLP    $28.50
Catalog #: BEC5772835 1
"FROM AFRICA WITH FURY : RISE" from the true prince of the afrobeat sound sees him finding his own voice as a songwriter, singer, & band leader. This stunning album's produced by BRIAN ENO, JOHN REYNOLDS, & KUTI himself where they create an authentic sounding album with extraordinary power....
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Various/OUT OF ADDIS LP    $28.50
Catalog #: SHBLP001 1
SHEBA SOUND is a new label focused on the sounds of contemporary musicians from Ethiopia living outside the capital Addis Ababa. Their first release features 8 diverse artists, which have been getting airplay from GILLES PETERSON, NTS, NICK MANASSEH, FRANCEMUSIQUE, & more! (SHEBA SOUND)
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African Pearls 70/GUINEE 70 DCD    $27.00
Catalog #: 6140252 2
More supreme sounds from the AFRICAN PEARLS COLLECTION. This double cd focuses on the 70s artists and sound from GUINEE. 25 tracks. A trip through all sorts of trippy experimental music.
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Black Mango/QUICKSAND LP    $27.00
Catalog #: GRAM2202 1
Based in Bamako for 16 years, PHILIPPE SANMIGUEL has produced albums by SAMBA TOURE, TARTIT, ANANSY CISSE, MARIAM KONE, and DJIME SISSOKO. BLACK MANGO is a project that gathers favorite musical collaborators around his own compositions for some very forward thinking African music. (GUSTAFF)
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Charly Kingson/BORN IN AFRICA LP    $27.00
Catalog #: ASVN062 1
Originally released in 1978, this was a big and funky African album from Cameroon native CHARLIE KINGUE SOPPO (aka CHARLY KINGSON, cousin of MANU DIBANGO), with 6 cuts. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Don Cherry & Latif Khan/ON CHERRY.. CD    $27.00
Catalog #: HS015CD 2
First time reissue of this forgotten DON CHERRY album, recorded in Paris in 1978. These five pieces are the result of incredible sessions with Indian percussionist LATIF KHAN. Produced by MARTIN MEISSONNIER (FELA KUTI, KING SUNNY ADE, KHALED). Fans consider this his best effort.(HEAVENLY SWEETNESS)
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Eparapo/TAKE TO THE STREETS LP    $27.00
Catalog #: WAHLP024 1
Contemporary Afrobeat supergroup's 41-minute debut album sounds like an instant classic, with the word "eparapo" meaning "join forces" in Yoruba, the language of Afrobeat! The force behind EPARAPO is SUMAN JOSHI, a member of both DELE SOSIMI's AFROBEAT ORCHESTRA and UK jazz ensemble COLLOCUTOR.
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Fanga/NATURAL JUICE DLP    $27.00
Catalog #: GROOVCOSMIQUE101
Groove Dis Exclusive. 'NATURAL JUICE' is a full length album from the French afro funk team FANGA who are one of the best combos working today. Pulling all the best elements of the 70s sound and adding their new sensibility, these guys are not your typical Fela copycats! Feat TONY ALLEN, SEGUN...
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Giulio Camarca/SAMBA DO AMIGO LP    $27.00
Catalog #: DJV2000024 1
Originally recorded in the 70's in Italy but done in the classic 60's bossa style. This album is one of the most important from the period, mixing jazz guitar & percussion with harmonized female vocals & that breezy Brazilian feel. Inlcudes "BIRIMBAO" & "SAUDADE DO RIO" big cuts w/the jazz dance...
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Gordon Koang/COMMUNITY LP    $27.00
Catalog #: MIE020 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Native to South Sudan, GORDON KOANG presents his second album since emegrating to Australia, eight tracks recorded in Melbourne with a cast of the city's finest musical minds. This is a perfect blend of East African pop and vintage psychedelia. (MUSIC IN EXILE)
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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)
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Isaac Birituro/SMALL SMALL LP    $27.00
Catalog #: WAHLP023 1
Ghanaian xylophonist ISAAC BIRITURO and his band of live international musicians THE RAIL ABANDON present a sophomore album "SMALL SMALL". Their 2019 debut album "KALBA" gained support from GILLES PETERSON and others! Afro beat, Afro soul, Afro pop is the sound! (WAH WAH 45s)
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Kawuku Sound/KAWUKU SOUND LP    $27.00
Catalog #: BHILL003 1
UK producers CONTOURS & CUERVO join Ugandan percussion troupe FONKODELIS ARKESTRA to form KAWUKU SOUND, merging hypnotic Buganda drumming with elements of contemporary electronics and traditional instrumentation. All 8 songs recorded at Boutiq Studio in Uganda's capital Kampala. (BANANA HILL)
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Kevin Haynes & Grupo Elegua/AJO SE PO LP    $27.00
Catalog #: JRF0021LP 1
A contemporary album of Afro-Cuban jazz, his influences include Afro-Cuban, native Nigerian, folkloric Bata, and a fusion of jazz incorporating Mandinga folk and praise songs and hard bop. HAYNES has also featured on MOSES BOYD's hit album "DISPLACED DIASPORA". (JAZZ RE:FRESHED)
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MLDVA & Cinar Timur/SELF-TITLED LP    $27.00
Catalog #: SORLP6 1
Turkish psychedelic pop typical of the 70's and 80's that also leans into western jazz funk and soul jazz moments, this contemporary release is the self-titled debut album from Poland-based band MLDVA together with Turkish instrumentalist CINAR TIMUR. (SHAPES OF RHYTHM)
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No Wahala Sound Orch/ON GOSSAMER... LP    $27.00
Catalog #: NWS19 1
The NO WAHALA SOUND ORCHESTRA is a contemporary, London-based collective with members from Jamaica, Ghana, Bangladesh, Poland, Trinidad, Denmark, Irealnd, and the UK. Their sound takes in electronica, jazz, reggae, dub poetry, Afrobeat, and classical Indian music with "ON GOSSAMER CLOUDS".
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Pasteur Lappe/AFRICAN FUNK ('79-'81) LP    $27.00
Catalog #: ASVN028 1
The second edition of the "AFRICAN FUNK EXPERIMENTALS" series from the AFRICA SEVEN label sees 10 of the most choice cuts from Cameroon's funk master PASTEUR LAPPE. 2023 repress! (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/AFRICA AIRWAYS SIX (1974-81) LP    $27.00
Catalog #: ASVN060 1
Ten tracks of "MILE HIGH FUNK" from the 70's, this compilation includes music by EKO, J.M. TIM AND FOTY, NGALLE JOJO, JUDE BONDEZE, VICKY EDIMO, JK MANDENGUE, AKWASSA, MIKE KOUNOU, AIRTO FOGO, and FRANCOIS MISSE NGOH. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/AFRO EXOTIQUE (1972-82) LP    $27.00
Catalog #: ASVN064 1
Subtitled "ADVENTURES IN THE LEFTFIELD", this compilation from AFRICA SEVEN seeks to explore some of the gaps between and outside the genres Afrobeat, funk, and disco from the period of 1972 to 1982. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/CONTEMPORARY AFRO BEAT DLP    $27.00
Catalog #: TRLP9010 1
3rd volume in TRAMP RECORDS' CONTEMPORARY series. This time it's a look at the jazz, funk & West African highlife know as afrobeat that was created by Fela Kuti & Tony Allen, with selections from some of todays most exciting bands including FANGA, KOKOLO AFROBEAT ORCH,AKOYA AFROBEAT ENSEMBLE & more.
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Various/MULTI CULTI: SOLSTICE III LP    $27.00
Catalog #: MULTICULTI068 1
Electronic meets world music once again on this 8-track mini-LP showcase timed (a little late) for summer solstice celebrations. Includes tracks by MYTRON, AYALA, JAMIE PATON, XANGA, KUNTURI, FUTURE ISLAND, AIKU, and BALAM. (MULTI CULTI)
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Various/REGGAE AFRICA (1972-1981) LP    $27.00
Catalog #: ASVN067 1
"REGGAE AFRICA: ROOTS AND CULTURE, 1972 to 1981" tries to capture the evolution of reggae on the African continent. Nine songs total, with music from THE MEBUSAS, GEORGES HAPPI, BLACK REGGAE, CHRISTY ESSIEN, THE LIJADU SISTERS, TALA ANDRE MARIE, ESSAMA BIKOULA, & CARLOS & MIKI. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/TURKISH FREAKOUT VOL. 1 DLP    $27.00
Catalog #: BZJ7501LP 1
Now available on vinyl, a smashing 18 track comp of original TURKISH psych folk 7" singles from 1969-1980. Extensive liner notes and original sleeve artwork assembled and presented by MISTER JASON of BOUZOUKI JOE records. Amazing art, heavyweight wax - a great package indeed. Repressed.
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Various/TURKISH FREAKOUT VOL. 2 DLP    $27.00
Catalog #: BZJ7502LP 1
Fantastic second volume of rare Turkish psychedelic music from the 60s and 70s is a double-LP in an eye-popping gatefold jacket with full liner notes and features BARIS MANCO, CEM KARACA & MOGOLLAR, KEREM GUNEY, GULCAN OPEL, and more. Warehouse find, last copies, limited supply! (BOUZOUKI JOE)
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Wally Badarou/BACK TO SCALES (1980) LP    $27.00
Catalog #: LVLP01 1
BADAROU fused African grooves with the emerging electro sounds of the 80s, he played with ROBERT PALMER, TALKING HEADS, GRACE JONES, MANU DIBANGO and was considered LEVEL 42's 5th member. A synthesizer delight, MASSIVE ATTACK even sampled his '84 classic "MAMBO". Last copies already OOP. (LOVE...
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Amorphous Androgynous/THE CARTEL DLP    $25.50
Catalog #: MBRLP03 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. A special collector's LP edition that features original tracks from "THE CARTEL" VOL 1&2 plus remixes by YOUTH, DJ FOOD, and AMORPHOUS themselves. A la the "MONSTROUS BUBBLE" soundtrack series, we see the FSOL duo explore psych-sploitation to the max with NOEL GALLAGHER....
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Ausecuma Beats/MUSSO LP    $25.50
Catalog #: MIE021 1
When you mix Guinea, Mali, Senegal, Cuba, and Australia, you find yourself with many cultures. You also find yourself with a melting pot of African & Afro-Latin styles on this excellent 8-song album from these Melbourne-based artists. (MUSIC IN EXILE)
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Kumasi/LIVE AT MARIGNY STUDIO LP    $25.50
Catalog #: ZONE002 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. The 14-piece Afrobeat orchestra from New Orleans returns with their 3rd LP, a live record that features 4 original compositions of jazz-centric interpretations of FELA's classic form that incorporates rhythms and sentiments from the Afro-diaspora of NOLA and beyond! (MYSTERY...
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Kutimangoes/AFRO-FIRE LP    $25.50
Catalog #: TRLP9032 1
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Mashrou' Leila/THE BEIRUT SCHOOL LP    $25.50
Catalog #: SHOOP4 1
The Lebanese indie rock band celebrates their 10th anniversary with 8 songs compiled from their first 4 albums. It also features 3 new songs produced by JOE GODDARD of HOT CHIP, including "SALAM" which features ROISIN MURPHY on vocals. (SHOOP SHOOP)
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Momo Joseph/WAR FOR GROUND LP    $25.50
Catalog #: ASVN065 1
This special edition version of the Cameroonian artist's 1983 album of true Afro-boogie includes the 4 original songs, plus 3 bonus cuts: "LOVE AFRICA SOUL", "OH MOMO", and party-time classic "CAMEROON AIRLINE". (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Pasteur Lappe/WE, THE PEOPLE LP    $25.50
Catalog #: ASVN027 1
Originally released in 1979, his debut album was full of diverse sounds, with driving funk, sweeping disco grooves, syrupy ballads, reggae, JACKSON 5-esque pop, and finger-lickin soul. But at its core was the custom "SEKELE" groove of his native Cameroon. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Penya/SUPER LIMINAL LP    $25.50
Catalog #: OTCRLP003 1
The percussive and futuristic Afro-Latin sounds of this 4-piece band that have gained sway with GILLES PETERSON & BBC 6 MUSIC are on full display with this 8-song album that includes the 4 songs from their cassette-only "BEAT YOUR DEMON" 2017 release plus 4 additional songs. (ON THE CORNER)
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Stephen Marley/REVELATION PART 1 DLP    $25.50
Catalog #: GY0094 1
BOB's offspring continue to keep roots reggae and dancehall strong on this new 14 track LP. Features guest appearances from CAPLETON, MELANIE FIONA, BUJU BANTON, SPRAGGA BENZ, and of course brothers DAMIAN and ZIGGY. Full picture sleeve, pressed on loud double vinyl. A must! (VP/GREENSLEEVES)
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Various/ACHILIFUNK CD + BOOK    $25.50
Catalog #: LMNK20CD 2
Groove Dis Exclusive. LOVEMONK records presents this deluxe CD compilation and 100 page booklet that outlines the rich history of rumba, flamenco, & gypsy soul originating in Spain starting in the early 60's. A plethora of hidden gems for crate diggers, breakbeat & sample chasers compiled by...
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Various/AFRICA AIRWAYS FIVE (1976-82) LP    $25.50
Catalog #: ASVN050 1
Subtitled "BRACE BRACE BOOGIE", the newest compilation from the AFRICA SEVEN label gathers 10 slices of Afro boogie goodness. Features music by BLACK BELLS GROUP, CHARLY KINGSON, DIKALO, MEKONGO PRESIDENT, FOTSO, TALA AM, JK MANDENGUE, IDE OBE, and MULAMBA. (AFRICA SEVEN)
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Various/GLOBAL BASS VOL. 1 DLP    $25.50
Catalog #: UW007LP 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. Eclectic 12 track compilation of cumbia, Balkan beats, dub and more. A wide range of dance music from bands from around the globe: UNKLE HO, ANALOGIK & DUNKELBUNT, ANCIENT ASTRONAUTS, BXP SOUNDSISTEMA and more. "Boundary breaking music from the global beat village!". (URBAN...
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Various/GLOBAL BASS VOL. 2 DLP    $25.50
Catalog #: UW014LP 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. URBAN WORLD RECORDS are proud to present Vol 2 of this genre bending global mash-up series. Be it digital cumbia, moombahton (?), samba breakbeats, dubstep, raverton, dub-house, bailefunk, electroswing, or afrobeat. 12 cuts from MO FIRE, SOLO MODERNA, FARRAPO, TOY SELECTAH,...
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