Groove Distribution :: :: Albums :: Downtempo, Leftfield

Various/WASABI LOUNGE CD $22.50

Catalog #: DESR308 2

The "WASABI LOUNGE" CD is 16 tracks & 77 minutes of the finest lounge music with just a pinch of house. Features music by RODRIGO SANCHEZ, DAIKON, CLUB DES BELUGAS, WAKAME MA, etc. A perfect backdrop to any chillout atmosphere. (SASHIMI)

Various/WE MADE THIS VOLUME 1 CD $10.50

Catalog #: FYE001 2

Limited edition low price compilation featuring exclusive tracks from the contributors to the BROWNSWOOD messageboard and FYE clubnights. It covers all bases from off-kilter hip hop & beatdown house to Detroit-style techno and nujazz. 15 killer tracks housed in a cool gatefold sleeve. (FYE)

Various/WINTERSUN SESSIONS CD $21.00

Catalog #: MPCD0931 2

ED ROYAL puts together "WINTERSUN SESSIONS" - a compilation of electronic music from artists such as PAROV STELAR, CAYETANO, TIGERSKIN, DORFMEISTER, MR. ROYAL himself, & many more. A great mix of groovy funk, jazzed out breaks, & chill out tunes. 15 tracks presented by WHITE LOUNGE (MUSICPARK)

Velour/VELOUR LP $28.50

Catalog #: WOLFLP005 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. The self-titled debut album by this German four-piece band is produced by WOLF MUSIC mainstay MR. FRIES. These 9 songs take in all of the vibrancies of jazz, blending neo soul, broken beat, and hip hop, while retaining a much needed sense of hope right now. (WOLF MUSIC)

Vendetta Suite/THE KEMPE STONE... DLP $37.50

Catalog #: HYR7230 1

"THE KEMPE STONE PORTAL" is the long-awaited debut album from GARY IRWIN, the longtime in-house engineer at DAVID HOLMES' studio. An album of sweeping cinematic synths with hazy krautrock overtones, will appeal to fans of 4AD and shoegaze aficionados alike. (HELL YEAH)

Vernon Spring/WHAT'S GOING ON LP $37.50

Catalog #: LIM041LP 1

The sophomore album from THE VERNON SPRING, aka SAM BESTE of HEJIRA, is an understated response to MARVIN GAYE's seminal 1971 album. Composed of a tapestry of field recordings, samples, and speech excerpts all woven around BESTE's intimate muted piano performances. (LIMA LOMA)

Victor Cavini/JAPAN LP $36.00

Catalog #: BEWITH076LP 1

Originally released in 1983, this LP is rare & sought after for many years now. This is one of those cult library LP's that never turned up. It's an LP filled with dope samples for adventurous producers. These are sounds of traditional Japanese folk music re-interpreted through Western ears.

Vidal Benjamin/DISCO SYMPATHIE DLP $30.00

Catalog #: VERLP028 1

Parisian crate digger/DJ VIDAL BENJAMIN uncovers 12" obscure disco records that have been forgotten. Artists include LAURIE DESTAL, NEW PARADISE, ARK, STEPHANE, CLUB PRIVE, PATRICE MONDON, MARIE CHAPTAL, NICOLAS SKORKSKY, and more. Out on VERSATILE as a double LP with a full picture sleeve.

Viejas Raices/DE LAS COLONIAS... LP $36.00

Catalog #: ALT013 1

"DE LAS COLONIAS DEL RIO DE LA PLATA" is a crown jewel of South American jazz, originally released in 1976 in Argentina. A thrilling blend of jazz & Uruguayan candombe, this was the brainchild of renown jazz figure JORGE LOPEZ RUIZ. Sound sourced from the master tapes. (ALTERCAT)

Vincent I. Watson/SERENE LP $24.00

Catalog #: POMLP001 1

After 18 years & multiple releases on PLANET E, TRESOR, DELSIN, etc, this 8th studio album brings birth to a new style in his career focusing on soundscapes and ambient atmospheres. Here are nine tracks that are elegant, seductive, and emotional pieces of electronic music. White vinyl release.

Violeta Vicci/AUTOVIA LP $28.50

Catalog #: PWORD6 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. A string-laden ambient classic, an atmospherically sublime work of modern classical music that is both euphoric as well as moody and melancholic. This is the debut collaboration from this young violin & viola virtuoso, with production, mixing, & co-writing by YOUTH. (PAINTED...

Visti & Meyland/VISTI & MEYLAND LP $22.50

Catalog #: BFKLP011 1

The debut full length VISTI (PETER VISTI) & MEYLAND, how have releases on MUSIC FOR DREAMS and ESKIMO. Includes the catchy "YES MAAM/ALL NITE LONG", the recent single "STARS" and their cover of GRACE JONES' "NIGHTCLUBBING". A mix of cosmic disco, downtempo and Balearic tracks. Now avail on vinyl.

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)

Vox Populi/ALTERNATIF REALISME LP $27.00

Catalog #: ERC079 1

EMOTIONAL RESCUE completes its trilogy exploring the music of VOX POPULI, with a snapshot of their music in the early 90's when they transitioned from their ethno-industrial roots toward a more expressive "world music" sound. (EMOTIONAL RESCUE)

Vox Populi/MAGIQUES CREATIONS LP $24.00

Catalog #: ERC052 1

EMOTIONAL RESCUE returns to the French/Persian band with an esoteric album of experiments from 1984 to 1989 that combine ethnic elements in their music with a darker, more abstract sonic palette. (EMOTIONAL RESCUE)

Waajeed/THE WAR DCD $18.00

Catalog #: FCCD023 2

Not new, but new to us. The followup to UBIQUITY's "TRIPLE P" (2005) this album feats tracks from PLATINUM PIED PIPER's WAAJEED teamed up with acts on BLING 47 and collaborations with JAY DEE (incl "LL"). 19 hip hop tracks influenced by cinematic soundtracks and psychedelic rock. (FAT CITY)

Wagon Christ/RECEPTICON (YELLOW CV) DLP $37.50

Catalog #: POR004 1

LUKE VIBERT's first WAGON CHRIST release in nearly a decade released on yellow color vinyl. 14 new songs spread over two LPs with cover art from illustrator CELYN BRAZIER. A mix of instrumental hip hop and funk riffs, electronic sounds, rare breaks and samples. Gatefold sleeve. LAST COPIES!

Wagon Christ/RECEPTICON CD $15.00

Catalog #: POR004CD 2

LUKE VIBERT's first WAGON CHRIST release in nearly a decade released on PEOPLE OF RHYTHM. 14 new songs with cover art from CELYN BRAZIER (who did art for NINJATUNE & ASTRALWERKS). A mix of instrumental hip hop and funk riffs, electronic sounds, rare breaks and samples. Vinyl due in 2 weeks.

Waldeck/BALLROOM STORIES CD $21.00

Catalog #: SSD-DONO023 2

Harkening back to the musical heyday of America in the 1920's WALDECK presents his cuban cigar & lounge cocktail inspired full length for the DOPE NOIR label. Joined by singer JOY MALCOM listeners are treated to an impressive performance that rooted in the past yet still refreshing.

Waldeck/BALLROOM STORIES DLP $27.00

Catalog #: SSD-DONO024 1

Waldeck/WALDECK'S GRAMOPHONE VOL.1 CD $21.00

Catalog #: SSD-DONO025 2

WALDECK helps DOPE NOIR celebrate their 25th release with this stellar new CD mix. The first in a new series, "WALDECK'S GRAMOPHONE" is a superb blend of old and nu forms of jazz stylings, with a definite swing to it all. Cuts come from DJANGO REINHARDT, PINK MARTINI, CESARIA EVORIA, and many more.

Walker & Royce/SELF HELP (WHITE) DLP $37.50

Catalog #: DB161WHITE 1

The US duo's 2017 debut album is a heady mixture of amped up electronic and tech-house grooves aimed equally for the dancefloor and home listening. GREEN VELVET and DANCES WITH WHITE GIRLS bring added vocals amongst others. Now repressed on white vinyl for 2022. (DIRTYBIRD)

Walker & Royce/SELF HELP DLP $34.50

Catalog #: DB161 9

The American duo's debut album is heady mixture of amped up electronic and tech-house grooves aimed equally for the dancefloor and home listening. GREEN VELVET and DANCES WITH WHITE GIRLS make vocal contributions, along with featured acts ONCUE, SOPHIE GROPHY, JPATT, & FORREST. (DIRTYBIRD)

Wally Badarou/COLORS OF SILENCE LP $37.50

Catalog #: BEWITH120LP 1

Originally released in 2001 by the synth pioneer and musical polymath, this low-key work is basically a new age album. Becoming a cult favorite for fans of Balearic and downtempo over the years, this album is now being released on vinyl for the first time ever. (BE WITH)

WaqWaq Kingdom/ESSAKA HOISA LP $33.00

Catalog #: PHNTM009LPB 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. Limited blue vinyl repress of the 2019 album from this Japanese duo that draws lines between traditional Japanese and contemporary electronic, between Jamaican dancehall and 8-bit techno, between African polyrhythms and experimental music. (PHANTOM LIMB)

Watch TV/DISCOLEXIA DLP $27.00

Catalog #: SSD-HITOP028LP 1

The latest album from HITOP and WATCH TV available on vinyl for the deejays and digital phobic.

White Lotus/SEASON 1 OST (VARIANT 1) DLP $67.50

Catalog #: WRWTFWW076-1 1

Emmy-award winning composer CRISTOBAL TAPIA DE VEER's soundtrack to the 1st season of the HBO breakout smash series "WHITE LOTUS", pressed on 180g white double vinyl in a gatefold sleeve with obi strip. Three variants with differing sleeve art by illustrator LEZIO LOPES. Out late March! (WRWTFWW)

White Lotus/SEASON 1 OST (VARIANT 2) DLP $67.50

Catalog #: WRWTFWW076-2 1

White Lotus/SEASON 1 OST (VARIANT 3) DLP $67.50

Catalog #: WRWTFWW076-3 1

Who Made Who/UUUU DLP $45.00

Catalog #: 770326 9

The seventh full-length album from the Danish trio continue with their trademark sounds of sweeping electronic vistas, with heartbreaking melodies and brilliant songwriting. For fans of TRENTEMOLLER or RUFUS DU SOL. (EMBASSY ONE)

Wild Honey/RUINAS FUTURAS LP $30.00

Catalog #: LMNK68LP 1

The duo's first album since 2017 was a collaborative lockdown affair, including SHAWN LEE on drums and percussion. The result is a Spanish language album of delicate pop and melodic ruminations on life's twists and turns. (LOVEMONK)

Wildcookie/COOKIE DOUGH DLP $21.00

Catalog #: HOGLP003 1

Originally released back in early 2011 by TRU THOUGHTS on CD, this is the vinyl version. From vocalist ANTHONY MILLS and music by FREDDIE CRUGER (AKA RED ASTAIRE). Seriously dope downtempo/headz music. Includes the tracks off the out of print "DRUGS EP" 12". Full pic sleeve. Repressed and back in!

Woo/A LA LUNA LP $25.50

Catalog #: ERC050 1

Their 1991 opus, this 22-song album of new age/folk electronics has been reworked, re-ordered, and remastered for this first time vinyl release. (EMOTIONAL RESCUE)

Woo/ARCTURIAN CORRIDOR LP $21.00

Catalog #: QUI001 1

Following a recent joint release with SEAHAWKS, these UK brothers with a lengthy resume offer a new 20-minute opus in 5 parts on the A-side. They also include a new version of 1990 track "LOVE ON OTHER PLANETS", plus a pair of remixes from WAH WAH WINO collective & ULTRAMARINE. (QUINDI)

Woolfy vs Projections/ASTRAL... CD $21.00

Catalog #: PERMVAC030 2

"THE ASTRAL PROJECTIONS OF STARLIGHT" is an album of dubbed disco & beard rock. They have released records on RONG and GUIDANCE, as well as UBIQUITY as part of Cali funk band ORGONE), as well as doing a recent remix of LCD SOUNDSYSTEM with DJ HARVEY. (PERMANENT VACATION)

Worm Is Green/PUSH PLAY DLP $43.50

Catalog #: ATA002 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. Originally released in 2005 as CD/digital only, this first ever vinyl releases is pressed on 180g white double vinyl, with 2 bonus tracks. The group's sound is a perfect blend of British new wave and the 4AD sound of the COCTEAU TWINS meets PORTISHEAD. (ATA:EMPIRE)

Xaver Fischer Trio/VISIT FROM A... LP $21.00

Catalog #: UNIQ089 1

Evoking elments of jazz, soul, and funk from the 70's, without sound retro, the new XAVER FISCHER TRIO album takes a step away from a strictly nujazz sound with a greater emphasis on live music and less reliance on programmed beats. All tracks writen by XAVER FISCHER. (UNIQUE)

Xique-Xique/NA LAGOA DLP $52.50

Catalog #: MAGIC21 1

The duo's magnificent debut album was created over the last three years between Istanbul, Bangkok, and Heliodora, Brazil (with loads of tropical field recordings from the latter). Crispy beats, organic percussion, synth sounds, and an attention to detail are all on point. (THE MAGIC MOVEMENT)

Xploding Plastix/AMATEUR GIRLFRIENDS CD $21.00

Catalog #: BSCD038 2

GO PROSKIRT AGENTS. Awesome debut CD from the smokey, cinematic Norwegian duo. Look out NINJATUNES! Check the GROOVE DIS CD Sampler 1.02 for a taste of their downtempo grooves. Sly film samples, live jazzy beats and a killer feel for mood and atmosphere. 14 tracks. CD ONLY.

Y.M.D.F./YOUNG MEN DRIVE FAST LP $27.00

Catalog #: NUNS024V 1

Producer ILIJA RUDMAN and jazz guitarist JOE PANDUR join forces for an 8-song album of relaxing tunes in a style they have dubbed "cinematic jazz surf". (NUNORTHERN SOUL)

Yadava/IT RAINS HERE LP $21.00

Catalog #: CHURCH013 1

Manchester DJ/producer, co-founder of SO FLUTE, YADAVA previously released a song with CONTOURS on BANOFFEE PIES. Here he delivers a 10-song debut album of dusty beats, jazz explorations, and deep house grooves. (CHURCH)

Yage/THE WOODLANDS OF OLD CD $18.00

Catalog #: CDTOT60 2

FSOL release under the alias of their engineer YAGE. Traditional electronic sounds with other ethnic Brazilian and Middle East influences, "THE WOODLANDS OF OLD" is full of odd rhythms and eerie melodies. WILL WHITE of the PROPELLERHEADS featured on drums for three tracks. (JUMPIN'& PUMPIN')

Yam Who/BACK TO FRONT MIX CD $21.00

Catalog #: YAMCD002 2

Consider this the unofficial guide to the latest productions from remix wizards YAM WHO?, one of London's hottest DJ outfits. Having built their rep reworking the likes of PHARRELL & JOHN LEGEND this CD collects some of their best from the past 12 months on one mixed CD compilation.

Yogtze/YOGTZE LP $30.00

Catalog #: RBINC005LP 1

Wondrous soundscapes, haunting melodies, and blissful moments of musical ambiance are had from these recordings made in Morocco on a small 8-track tape machine by musician DANIEL HELMER & filmmaker DANIEL MEUZARD following years of friendship & unique journeys together. (RUNNING BACK INCANTATIONS)

Yoko K/012906 CD $15.00

Catalog #: ASRACD02 2

Written, recorded, programmed, arranged, & mixed on her own, YOKO K gives us 15 tracks of hypnotic soundscapes. Organic, electronic, ambient and beautiful, this cd will take you someplace else with its trippy synth textures from this one-woman orchestra. (ASAHRA)

Young Marco/BIOLOGY LP $19.50

Catalog #: ESPIS018 9

Groove Dis Exclusive. This 7-song album is a passionate romp through cosmic disco and deep house originally released in 2014 and now getting a welcome repress. (ESP INSTITUTE)

Yutaka Hirose/TRACE (1986-1989) DLP $45.00

Catalog #: WRWTFWW066 1

"TRACE: SOUND DESIGN WORKS 1986-1989" is a collection of 11 unreleased tracks that is a crucial addition to every Japanese environmental music fan's collection. SOUND PROCESS DESIGN was SATOSHI ASHIKAWA's label, home of the "WAVE NOTATION" trilogy. (WRWTFWW)

Yuzo Iwata/KAIZU LP $22.50

Catalog #: BSR035 1

Having previously released music under aliases FABIO LAZARO and ALMOST EAST, he now makes his full length debut with an album that spans a wide variety of tempos and shows a consistent approach to unusual sound design throughout. (BUTTER SESSIONS)

ZA! & Perrate/JOLIFANTO LP $30.00

Catalog #: LMNK79LP 1

An unexpected explosion of sounds propelled by polyrhythm, expanding into seemingly distant territories under the influence of flamenco, with a Dadaist spirit that permeates the music. ZA! and PERRATE, both from Spain, recreated the avant-garde piece from a concert in Sevilla. (LOVEMONK)

Zeitgeist & Tucceri/JIN MU LP $37.50

Catalog #: SAPE013 1

Having worked together for several years on the ZEITGEIST FREEDOM ENERGY EXCHANGE project, these two now offer a 10-song album of immersive and meditative new age music. (LA SAPE)

Zeitgeist Freedom Exchange/PRAYER... LP $34.50

Catalog #: GTVS001 1

"PRAYER FOR PEACE" represents the Berlin chapter of the ZEITGEIST FREEDOM ENERGY EXCHANGE on a 7-track journey through atmospheric scenes, broken to deep four on the floor rhythms, and colorful top lines. (GET TOGETHER)

ZG/OUT OF THE UNKNOWN LP $30.00

Catalog #: PR020 1

A collaborative effort from ZANSIKA LACHHANI and GRANT (aka TONY from FRANK & TONY), over the course of 6 tracks effortlessly flows through dramatic atmospheric downtempo landscapes, MPC-style beatmaking, and late 90's deep house sounds. (PACIFIC RHYTHM)

ZG/ZG LP $27.00

Catalog #: SAT054LP 1

ZG is the moniker of London-based ZANSIKA LACHHANI and GRANT (aka ANTHONY COLLINS, and the TONY in FRANK & TONY). Began as a collaboration in 2018 & finalized in 2021, this 7-song album brings together breakbeats, downtempo beats, house, and broken beat for a gorgeous album. (SCISSOR AND THREAD)

Zodiac/SERENGETI BY NIGHT DLP $28.50

Catalog #: HYPELP014 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. A new collaboration between BRENDON MOELLER and MONTY LUKE, ZODIAC presents a heady brew of sci-fi dub and deep rhythms. With musical influences that span AFRICAN HEADCHARGE to RHYTHM & SOUND and PUBLIC IMAGE LIMITED to CYBOTRON, these 8 dub explorations should be on your...

Zombie Zombie/A LAND FOR RENEGADES LP $22.50

Catalog #: VERLP019 1

The cult underground synth duo's debut album gets a full repress 9 years after it was first released (including a download code for all 10 songs). Includes their cover of IGGY POP's 1977 song "NIGHTCLUBBING", composed by IGGY POP with DAVID BOWIE. (VERSATILE)

Zombie Zombie/LIVITY CD $15.00

Catalog #: VERCD034 2

These French purveyors of fine synthesizer music are back with a suite of cinematic songs composed of long instrumental moments recorded with analog synths and drum machines. Cover art by the mythic cartoonist PHILIPPE DRUILLET. The CD version of this mini-album includes 6 songs. (VERSATILE)

Zombie Zombie/SLOW FUTUR DLP $30.00

Catalog #: VERLP032 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. Original music composed for the art installation show "SLOW FUTUR" by ELSA GUERIN & MARTIN PALISSE. Mixing analog electronic sounds and acoustic rhythms, each of 4 tracks on this double vinyl is between 10 to 16 minutes in length, exploring repetitive, droning synth...

Zoovox/GREAT CATS AND WEAK DOGS LP $21.00

Catalog #: LSR3001 1

9 track LP of original material from ZOOVOX. Made with classic sounds of ana-digi machines of yore and filtered through some NORMAN WHITFIELD-in- Jamaica 3D psychedelic dub. Music to ride to the depths in your submarine, then climb tropical volcanoes with your gorilla pals. Pic sleeve.

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