Groove Distribution :: :: Albums :: Nu Jazz, Acid Jazz

Reggie B/DNA CD $15.00

Catalog #: TDR13004 2

Some serious space funk comin' straight outta Khemit. Soulful and groovy with a host of guests: DJ SPINNA, B. BRAVO, ONRA, and more. 17 tracks over 74 minutes that sounds like P-FUNK as done by NEW SECTOR MOVEMENTS. Raves from OSUNLADE ("Love it, another classic!") and ASHLEY BEEDLE.

Reel People/SEVEN WAYS TO WONDER CD $18.00

Catalog #: PAPACD07 2

THE sound of jazzy soulful dance music. The excellent followup to "SECOND GUESS" this album ranges from house to jazzy downtempo. 12 tracks sure to satisfy fans and featuring guest vocalists OMAR, VANESSA FREEMAN, DARIEN and more. (PAPA)

Red Earth Design/SECRET GARDEN DLP $33.00

Catalog #: TLP004 1

PAUL DAVID GILMAN presents his debut album as RED EARTH DESIGN, with 8 cuts that range from dark jazzy house to broken beats and ambient. This repress on clear multi-colored marbled vinyl is limited to 100 copies! (TEN LOVERS MUSIC)

Red Astaire/NUGGETS FOR THE NEEDY #2 DLP $21.00

Catalog #: HOGLP002 1

RED ASTAIRE (AKA FREDDIE CRUGER) drops the second volume in his "NUGGETS FOR THE NEEDY" series featuring more illicit mashups and remixes. Double album featuring 14 tracks ranging from reggae influenced downtempo and hip hop to house music. Fans of his cuts on GAMM and TRU THOUGHTS will love it.

Red Astaire/NUGGETS #2 LTD RED VINYL DLP $22.50

Catalog #: HOGLP002RED 1

Advance red vinyl copies in a hand stamped sleeve (but with full color labels). Strictly limited (only 150). 14 tracks from reggae-flavored down tempo and hip hop to Latin styled club music. RED (FREDDIE CRUGER) ASTAIRE comes correct with another winner. Don't sleep.

Re:Jazz/POINT OF VIEW CD $19.50

Catalog #: SSD-IC115-2 2

Wow! The second volume in the RE:JAZZ series once again sees brilliant jazz re-interpretations of modern classics. Given the "rejazz" treatment are SOUL II SOUL, AIR, KRUDER & DORFMEISTER, TRUBY TRIO, ULTRA NATE, ROCKERS HI FI, DUBLEX INC - even GOLDIE! Really excellent. (INFRACOM)

Ray Harris & Fusion Experience/SAME CD $18.00

Catalog #: RKX031 2

Glasgow keyboardist that effortless blends dancefloor jazz, latin vives, funky soul and Brazilian sounds into a tasty 60s/70s cocktail. Originally Japanese only, this re-release adds scorching hot remixes by LACK OF AFRO + newly recorded bonus trx. A jazz dance masterpiece! 10 trx. (RECORD KICKS)

Randa & The Soul Kingdom/WHAT YOU... DLP $21.00

Catalog #: FSRLP088 1

Hailing from PERTH and at the forefront of the AUSSIE funk/soul scene, Jordanian born RANDA KHAMIS was compared to ANN SEXTON, MARVA WHITNEY, and VICKI ANDERSON on the band's debut. This new 10 tracker retains the funk, but also incorporates 60's Northern soul and 70's disco. Nice! (FREESTYLE)

Randa & The Soul Kingdom/WHAT YOU... CD $18.00

Catalog #: FSRCD088 2

Raah Project/SCORE CD $22.50

Catalog #: SD001CD 2

"A bit of MATTHEW HERBERT, a little bit of SA-RA...but with its own melodic Australian vibe"-GILLES PETERSON The debut CD on SUMMER DAWN a spin off from SCHEMA. Done by a 17 piece string section, a full big band and a group of jazz/funk session players mixing soul, hip hop and electronica.

Quintetto X/NOVO ESQUEMA DA BOSSA CD $22.50

Catalog #: SCCD358 2

Another remaster in the SCHEMA RECORDS 20TH ANNIVERSARY REISSUE EDITION. This was the album that introduced the world to the bossa sound of the Italian scene in the 90's. Afro American, Brazilian & Italian jazz at its finest now in a digipak with restored artwork.

Quasimode/ONESELF LIKENESS CD $18.00

Catalog #: FSRCD030 2

Japanese quartet, QUASIMODE, with their first full length release outside of their native country via FREESTYLE. "ONESELF LIKENESS" features 11 smooth excursions into the nujazz scene, all performed live, with subtle Latin and dancefloor touches. Includes a remix by SPIRITUAL SOUTH too.

Qualitons/PANORAMIC TYPES LP $16.50

Catalog #: TRLP9008 1

Hot off the heels of the "CONTEMPORRY FUNK" comp also on TRAMP, Hungarian funk/soul/beat band releases their debut 13 track album that has already been championed by DJs and producers worldwide. They have shared the stage with GIL SCOT HERON and legendary Hungarian singer KATI KOVACS. Get this.

Q Orchestra/JOURNEY THROUGH SOUND CD $18.00

Catalog #: FSRCD077 2

Formerly known as the QUASAMODO ORCHESTRA,this modern funk band mixes it up a bit on this new album. A mix of funk, Latin, soul and more this has a throughly modern sound. Incls "THE PINK RIDER" done with SLY PLAYERS. Led by Greek producer/musician/songwriter DIMITRIS NASSIOS. (FREESTYLE)

Pugs Atomz/BAMA PI CD $15.00

Catalog #: TDR13005 2

A trailblazer from Chicago PUGS ATOMZ drops 17 tracks of rap, beats, and house cuts with a host of guests: MOOODYMANN, DJ VADIM, MR. DIBIASE, LYRIC L, BLACKSPADE, SIMBAD and more. Out the eclectic German label TOKYO DAWN.

Protassov meets Kabanjak/GROW DLP $25.50

Catalog #: SRLP002 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. PROTASSOV AND KANABANJEK have recorded remixes for labels like FORT KNOX, STEREO DELUXE, BASTARD JAZZ, TEMPOSPHERE, and SIX DEGREES.

Protassov meets Kabanjak/GROW CD $19.50

Catalog #: SRCD003 2

In the tradition of reggae soundsytem albums, PROTASSOV and KABANJAK take a turn each on alternating tracks, showcasing their diverse sounds of dub, hip hop, downtempo, nu jazz, breaks, and funk rollers. Includes a collab w/ JUNGLE BROTHERS, plus a dubby remake of their hit "BRAIN". (SWITCHSTANCE)

Project X/PROJECT X LP $21.00

Catalog #: BLACKLP006 1

AKWASI MENSAH, KAITHI TATHAM, and MATT LORD are PROJECT X, and this 8-song albums is a thick brew of jazz, broken beat, and eclectic electronics. (2000BLACK)

Profusion/WHERE DO I BEGIN? LP $18.00

Catalog #: FW160 9

Groove Dis Exclusive. The partnership of K15 (1/2 of EGLO act WU15) and EMERSON (frontman for soul-jazz groups like LIFESIZE, THE ONE, & SATURDAY'S CHILDREN), release a 9-song debut album of contemporary London soul that incorporates nu jazz & neo soul to deliver a soulful electronic album....

Prime Element/ALBORADA CD $22.50

Catalog #: KSRE1CD 2

An amazing jazz excursion from composer CARLOS FRANZETTI recording as THE PRIME ELEMENT. Originally from Buenos Aires & relocated to NYC this album from 1976 is a unique session that was originally released on TROVA the album is an intelligent mix of spiritual jazz & soul. (KINDRED SPIRITS)

Povo/YELLOW OF THE SUN IN YOU CD $21.00

Catalog #: RTCD016 2

Danish jazz duo POVO release their 2nd album featuring eleven tracks, ten of which are vocal cuts including legend ANDY BEY. Originals are mixed in with classics, displaying finesse and a high-grade sense of aesthetics. RICKY TICK can do no wrong in our humble opinion.

Povo/WE ARE POVO CD $10.50

Catalog #: RAFCD004 2

The jazz dance group POVO's debut album on Sweden's RAW FUSION label. Full of lush compositions ranging from soft and melancholy, deep modal jazz jazz cuts, & proper jazz dance stormers. All this is fused together with touches of latin & soul.

Potter & Tillman/SPACE RAPTURE CD $19.50

Catalog #: WOOD003 2

The latest release from WOODLAND RECORDS (PERRY HEMUS) is a reissue of a highly collectable jazz funk fusion album from 1982 released on POET RECORDS. Features CARMEN LUNDY. First ever CD release with two bonus cuts. Fans of the SMOKE album on Q-TAPE will dig this.

Potatohead People/BIG LUXURY LP $19.50

Catalog #: BJLP07 1

BASTARD JAZZ's debut album from Canadian duo who have been making waves for quite sometime with their signature jazzy boom-bap meets boogie, it's ten cuts that draw from classic jazz, prog rock, DJ SHADOW-era downtempo beats alongside modern influences like the BRAINFEEDER crew. OKAYPLAYER support!

Potatohead People/BIG LUXURY CD $15.00

Catalog #: BJCD07 2

Positive Flow/FLOW LINES CD $15.00

Catalog #: TDR12006 2

More copies back in. Features guests COLONEL RED, HEIDI VOGEL, OMAR, SHARLENE HECTOR, STACY EPPS, VANESSA FREEMAN and more. Deep and soulful electronic music for fans of NEON PHUSION, OMAR, 2000 BLACK and the like. Another excellent release from Germany's TOKYO DAWN.

Polyswitch/PRAISE THE SUN LP $30.00

Catalog #: AFR003 1

A 12-track album of jazz, soul, and downtempo from the Casablanca-born and based artist also includes a stellar list of guest artists including MARK DE CLIVE-LOWE, BYRON THE AQUARIUS, GLENN ASTRO, and SAIB. (ASTROFEVER)

Plej/HOME IS WHERE YOUR HEART WAS CD $18.00

Catalog #: EXLPCD0801 2

The long awaited followup to their 2003 album PLEJ comes up with another winner. Lush atmospheric electronic music that is warm, sophisticated and danceable. Adding more live instruments than their first album this moves from quirky house beats to mellow ZERO 7-like downtempo. (EXCEPTIONAL)

Plej/ELECTRONIC MUSIC FROM... DCD $18.00

Catalog #: EXLPCD0503 2

..THE SWEDISH LEFT COAST". Their classic 2003 debut CD which garnered rave reviews when released. Includes all the singles ("YOU", "BLUE", "SEASONS", and "LAY OF THE LAND"). plus a bonus CD with remixes by JIMPSTER, KOMPIS, CLOUD, PLEJ, and more. (EXCEPTIONAL RECORDS)

Pixel/PEOPLE NEED PEOPLE CD $10.50

Catalog #: CRCD023 2

Physics/LIVE SESSIONS CD $21.00

Catalog #: DPLAYCD8 2

Swedish GRAMMY nominated act PHYSICS release their 1st live album from 2003 in Stockholm. Nice handful of singers like VIKTORIA TOLSTOY, ALEXANDRA HAMNEDE, EMRIK, etc help on this mix of relaxing rhythm, jazzy vibes, chill house, & uptempo latin dance. Props from L GARNIER, MR V, KASKADE (DEEPLAY)

Phuturistix/BREATHE SOME LIGHT CD $19.50

Catalog #: PLCD002 2

The band behind the PHUTURISTIX LOUNGE label and former HOSPITAL act, drops this new album of deep broken beat and nujazz with guests ATJAZZ, MICHELLE AMADOR (YORUBA), and JENNA G. Fans of the "RAINBOW SOUL" compilation on the label will dig this as will fans of their singles and remixes.

Phlash & Friends/DEEP ELECTRONIC... CD $21.00

Catalog #: CDDPU1204 2

PHIL (RESTLESS SOUL) ASHER is joined on this new album by a host of his friends: DEGO, ALMA HORTON, RICH MEDINA and more. A mix of future soul and house, both vocal and instrumental tracks. Deep electronic sounds for fans of his 12" singles or other releases on ARCHIVE.

Pharoah Sanders/FINEST DLP $28.50

Catalog #: DG2005LP 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. DOPENESS GALORE gathering together some of the best from jazz sax legend, PHAROAH SANDERS. "FINEST" collects tracks from his recordings for Dutch label TIMELESS, picking 11 cuts from his "AFRICA", "MOON CHILD", and "WELCOME TO LOVE" full-length releases. NOT to be missed....

Personal Life/MORNING LIGHT CD $18.00

Catalog #: EXCDP62 2

Conceived sometime in 2010, PERSONAL LIFE is a London based collective formed by ROBERT STRAUSS, featuring the classic sounding voice of STUART LISBIE plus core members of AMY WINEHOUSE's touring band. This 10 track CD brings back the glory days of culturally significant neo-soul. (EXPANSION)

Perry Hemus/RHODESMODE CD $21.00

Catalog #: WOOD002 2

BACK IN STOCK!The debut album from PERRY HEMUS. Mixing jazz, soul and bossa this record should appeal to fans of FAR OUT, MR BONGO, etc. BOB JONES is a fan (he put it on his mix CD) as is GILLES (he's been playing them on his radio show) and so should you. Highly recommended. Exclusive.

Perceptions, THE/INTRODUCING... CD $18.00

Catalog #: FSRCD046 2

An all-star British funk band led by SNOWBOY and with SPEEDOMETER's band leader LEIGH GRACIE on guitar and Italian SAM GAMBARINI on Hammond. "An album of original, tough, hard, uncompromising Tenor Sax and Organ-led funk jazz, typical of PRESTIGE and BLUE NOTE...". No covers. (FREESTYLE)

Part Time Heroes/LIGHTFALLS CD $18.00

Catalog #: WAHCD017 2

A fantastic 9 track neo-soul masterpiece on WAH WAH 45s, featuring vocals from SARAH SCOTT and COLONEL RED. An emotionally charged album, it glides between string laden instruments and hazy electronics. GILES PETERSON said they were "One of the most underrated outfits in the UK". Don't sleep!

Parov Stelar/SEVEN AND STORM CD $12.00

Catalog #: ENCD03 2

Painted Pictures/TUXEDO SESSIONS CD $15.00

Catalog #: TMR001CD 2

Debut CD from Detroit live band PAINTED PICTURES, lead by MALIK ALSTON. The band brings together soul, jazz, and disco vibes on the 5 original tracks on the CD. There are also remixes from ALTON MILLER, JOHN ARNOLD, DOC LINK, and MALIK ALSTON and DOC LINK together. (TRUTH MANIFEST RECORDS)

P.Fedreghini & M.Bianchi/SEVERAL RMX DLP $24.00

Catalog #: SCLP405 1

Orchestre Du Montplaisant/SELF TITLED LP $18.00

Catalog #: CATALP009 1

Debut album from CATAPULTE RECORDS' all-star band featuring MUSHNIK and WARMCOP from GUESS WHAT. 13 tracks of cumbia, afro-cuban grooves and eastern tempos meet with the band's personal songwriting. Most of this LP is instrumental--the handful of vocal cuts are European/baroque in feel.

Opolopo/MUTANTS CD $15.00

Catalog #: TDR11008 2

13 track album featuring tracks remixed by OPOLOPO (and one of their own). Cuts from COLONEL RED, YELLOWTAIL, SOULPARLOR, REPLIFE, GREGORY PORTER, and more. Released in 2011 by Germany's TOKYO DAWN.

Omar/SING (IF YOU WANT IT) CD $19.50

Catalog #: BLUNT010 2

OMAR's latest album... 15 tracks of beautiful Brit soul with two tracks done with ANGIE STONE, one with COMMON, and one with STEVIE WONDER!! Fans of his releases on TALKIN' LOUD, POLYGRAM UK and ETHER will dig it. (BLUNT)

Odd Chap/COLLABORATIONS LP $30.00

Catalog #: ZESTLP319 1

New Zealand's dynamic young electro swing producer presents a debut album featuring an array of guest vocalists like LITTLE VIOLET, ELLE & THE POCKET BELLES, LOREDANA GRIMAUDO, and GLENN MILLER. Pressed on limited edition green vinyl. (FRESHLY SQUEEZED)

Nu Era/THE THIRD ADAM LP $19.50

Catalog #: OMNIVLP07 1

Originally released in 2013 as a CD/digital only release, now on vinyl for the first time with 8 of the original 15 songs included. With a hard to pigeonhole style, the record employs numerous vintage instruments for a warm and soulful electronic sound. Limited clear honey vinyl. (OMNIVERSE)

Nomumbah/LOVE MOVES CD $18.00

Catalog #: YS07 2

This Brazilian trio follows up tracks on the "IBARA:RIVER CROSSING" and "YORUBA RECORDS (5 YEARS ON)" compilations with this CD that mixes deep house, jazz and Brazilian music. The band has gotten props from JAZZANOVA and is sure to appeal to fans of producer/label boss OSUNLADE. (YORUBA)

Nimbus Sextet/DREAMS FULFILLED LP $27.00

Catalog #: AJXLP542 1

Nicole Willis/TORTURED SOUL DLP (+MP3) $30.00

Catalog #: TRLP007 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. NICOLE WILLIS & THE SOUL INVESTIGATORS re-emerge with a much anticipated new album on TIMMION. One of today's shining stars of soul music, DIDIER's raw production and JIMI TENOR's horn arrangements truly give this 11 track album a 1960s Motown/pop feel. A modern day dusty...

Nicole Willis/KEEP REACHING UP LP $21.00

Catalog #: TRLP002 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. Classic first album from modern soul/funk singer back in stock to coincide with the release of her new album "TORTURED SOUL". Fans of SHARON JONES and the DAPTONE label should be hip to NICOLE and the TIMMION label. If not you have a mission ahead of you!

Nicola Conte/VIAGEM VOLUME 2 CD $16.50

Catalog #: FARO140CD 2

BLUE NOTE & SCHEMA artist NICOLA CONTE digs deeper into his private stash to deliver 18 stellar, seldom compiled Brazilian bossa nova & hard-edged samba cuts circa '63-'70. This is a perfectly mixed journey through his unique faves from an era of Brazil's history. (FAROUT)

Nicola Conte/RITUALS CD $24.00

Catalog #: SCCD441 2

"RITUALS" offers 13 tracks of nujazz, featuring NICOLA's romantic sounds on guitar, first time male guest vocalists (JOSE JAMES), new additions to his already stellar band, and touches of Afro jazz. Wide variety of sounds with nearly 25 instrumentalists contributing to the album. (SCHEMA)

Nicola Conte/RITUALS (180 GRAM) DLP $28.50

Catalog #: SCLP441 1

"RITUALS" offers 12 tracks of nujazz, featuring NICOLA's romantic sounds on guitar, first time male guest vocalists (JOSE JAMES), new additions to his already stellar band, and touches of Afro jazz. This limited edition 180g DLP feats 2 unreleased tracks not available on the CD. (SCHEMA)

Nicola Conte/OTHER DIRECTIONS DCD $24.00

Catalog #: SCCD386 2

Remastered version of the Italian maestro's classic album that was liscensed to Blue Note now available as apart of the SCHEMA RECORDS 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION. The reissue contains a 2nd cd of unreleased & vinyl only tracks. Features vocals from BEMBE SEGUE, LISA BASSENGE(MICATONE) &

Nicola Conte/MODERN SOUND OF NC MIX DCD $28.50

Catalog #: SCCD449 2

"THE MODERN SOUND OF NICOLA CONTE-VERSIONS IN JAZZ DUB" compiles full newly arranged tracks he produced in the last few years of other musicians' music that goes on a trip thru bossa flavored jazz, Latin excursions, & soulful grooves. MARK MURPHY, FIVE CORNER QUINTET, POVO, etc are all featured.

Nicola Conte/JET SOUNDS REMASTERED CD $22.50

Catalog #: SCCD314 2

Remastered reissue of the classic album from the Italian maestro. This cd put CONTE & the SCHEMA label on the map. It contains the hit BOSSA PER DUE which was used for Acura & Joe Boxer commercials. This is apart of the SCHEMA RECORDS 20TH ANNIVERSARY DIGIPAK SERIES.

Nicola Conte/JET SOUNDS DLP $24.00

Catalog #: SCLP314 1

Back in stock. The last copies available. (SCHEMA RECORDS)

Nicholas/LONNIE'S REPRISE LP $19.50

Catalog #: CHURCH011 1

He returns to the CHURCH label with a stunning 6-track mini-LP that will have equal appeal for fans of deep house as it does for fans of jazz, expertly fusing the two genres. Includes 2 closing songs with PAUL CUT. (CHURCH)

New Mastersounds/RE:MIXED LP $24.00

Catalog #: RKX019LP 1

RECORD KICKS showing off their love of NEW MASTERSOUNDS with this excellent collection of remixes. "RE:MIXED" features get-down-and-groove reworks of varying guises, with mixes coming from LACK OF AFRO, AIFF, KENNY DOPE, NOSTALGIA 77 & CORINNE BAILEY RAE, SMOOVE, DIESLER, and many more.

New Mastersounds/RE:MIXED CD $18.00

Catalog #: RKX019 2

New Mastersounds/AN INTRODUCTION TO CD $21.00

Catalog #: LEGO005CD 2

Welcome to the first compendium of tracks from the UK's top jazz-funk combo, THE NEW MASTERSOUNDS. EDDIE ROBERTS and cohorts have been providing funky goodness for years now, and "AN INTRODUCTION TO" gathers from throughout their catalog, including "102%', "BE YOURSELF" & more. (LEGERE)

Neue Grafik Ensemble/FOULDEN ROAD LP $21.00

Catalog #: TRC003 1

A 7-song mini-LP collaborative effort that beautifully & brilliantly fuses modern jazz with electronic production. Includes additional contributions from BROTHER PORTRAIT, ESINAM, DUBYA GARCIA, and ALLYSHA JOY. (TOTAL REFRESHMENT CENTRE)

Neos/INDEFINITA ATMOSFERA CD $22.50

Catalog #: SCCD304 2

Remastered album in SCHEMA RECORD'S 20TH ANNIVERSARY reissue series. This was the beginning of the great relationship between the label & producer GERARDO FRISINA. The sound was jazz based with a mixture of elements from the north, south, east & west, a few tracks with female vocals.

Native/POSSIBILITY CD $21.00

Catalog #: ARI061CD 2

The latest from Japanese jazz dance ensemble NATIVE who you may remember from their last CD on the INFRACOM label. Much like their contemporaries SLEEPWALKER & QUASIMODE, their rhythms are all acoustic making the album soulful & funky with modern edge. Fans of SCHEMA will dig it. (ARISION)

Nathan Haines/RIGHT NOW CD $18.00

Catalog #: FSRCD051 2

This 12 track cd is a dream ticket combo of NATHAN's sax skills, perfect production, and ear for the perfect vocal. He successfully meshes soul, house, and jazz into an uplifting excursion into contemporary black music. MARLENA SHAW, DOMU, TAMA WAIPARA, VANESSA FREEMAN all guest. (FREESTYLE)

Nathan Adams/AUDIO THERAPY CD $18.00

Catalog #: TRIBECD006 2

TRIBE proudly delvers the debut from this up and coming singer/songwriter, fifteen heartfelt tunes ranging from soulful house to downtempo neo-soul. His silky smooth voice is perfect for the all star list of producers on this CD, including JOSH MILAN of BLAZE, DJ SPINNA, and ZEPHERIN SAINT.

Natalie Gardiner/NATALIE GARDINER CD $21.00

Catalog #: RAM005CD 2

Full length album from downtempo soul vocalist NATALIE GARDINER. The CD is on Sweden's RAMJAC records, while GERD's 4 LUX label is doing the vinyl. Soulful, jazzy vocal vocals with abstract head nodding beats. If you have not heard her check this out! (RAMJAC) Out of stock for ages, back in!

N.O.H.A./DIVE IN YOUR LIFE CD $17.25

Catalog #: UNIQ129 2

N.O.H.A. (of "BALKAN HOT STEP" fame) are back with a blistering new full length of original tunes. Though mostly an eccentric blend of dnb and Balkan influences, the album also features a wide variety of colorful tunes over different tempos and styles. Big fun for nujazz and dnb heads.

Muzart/MUZART CD $18.00

Catalog #: EXCDP63 2

EXPANSION picks up the debut from this South African troop, who create a tasty melting pot of house, soul, Latin, jazz, and funky Afro-pop dance. Great vocals, great songs, and superb musicianship. It's no wonder their debut single "JUKEBOX" was top of the S.A. charts for months. Get this!

Mother Earth/THE PEOPLE TREE LP $27.00

Catalog #: AJXLP466X 1

Mother Earth/STONED WOMAN (180g) LP $22.50

Catalog #: AJXLP297 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. ACID JAZZ silver jubilee release. A "lost classic" of 1991, with guests including JAMES TAYLOR, LEFTFIELD's PAUL DALEY, and BRAND NEW HEAVIES' SIMON BARTHOLOMEW. An album with a cool, soulful blaxploitation soundtrack feel, with future PAUL WELLER / OASIS hire MATT DEIGHTON...

Moonstarr/DUPONT CD $13.50

Catalog #: PTRCD004 2

Full length Cd by MOONSTARR on PUBLIC TRANSIT.

Monodeluxe/MOODS DELUXE CD $19.50

Catalog #: J38 2

New studio album from MONODELUXE aka ALESSANDRO OLIVIERO (who recently released a superb 12" for FURTHER OUT). Focusing on his signature mellow nujazz & downtempo sounds he's also enlisted the talent of HEIDI VOGEL whos gaining a name for her work with VOOM:VOOM & ZERO dB & AFLEX COMBO. JUBILEE

Mojo Project/TASTE THE MOJO CD $22.50

Catalog #: LMNK04CD 9

Spanish rhythm masters MOJO PROJECT, one of SPAINs biggest live dance acts, has finally released their full length on LOVEMONK. Done in conjunction w/ WATCH TV & TONI ECONOMIDES from DA LATA. A great collection of latin, african & disco influenced house cuts that include a bit of broken rhythms.

Milano Jazz Dance Combo/MILANO JAZZ LP $22.50

Catalog #: RKX027LP 1

Produced by LO GRECO bros (SOULSTANCE/SCHEMA) together w/ NICK RECORDKICKS here's a new project inspired by all dancefloor jazz movements of the past 3 decades & feat COLONEL RED (BUGZ IN THE ATTIC), DIONNE CHARLES, ALICE RICCIARDI (NICOLA CONTE), etc. 13 tracks of furious jazz dance madness!

Milano Jazz Dance Combo/MILANO JAZZ CD $18.00

Catalog #: RKX027 2

Produced by LO GRECO bros (SOULSTANCE/SCHEMA) together w/ NICK RECORDKICKS, here's a new project inspired by all dancefloor jazz movements of the past 3 decades & feat COLONEL RED (BUGZ IN THE ATTIC), DIONNE CHARLES, ALICE RICCIARDI (NICOLA CONTE), etc. 13 tracks of furious jazz dance madness!

Micatone/IS YOU IS 3LP $15.00

Catalog #: SK004LP 1

MICATONE's debut album on SONAR KOLLEKTIV. Eschewing samplers and computers this album is all about real voices and live musicians. The CD is being released by STUDIO here in the States on May 20th, but we brought in a few albums for those who just can't wait...

Melo/OFF MY CHEST CD $10.50

Catalog #: RAFCD011 2

Excellent soul/r&b release from this up and coming Swedish singer. Sweden's answer to MUSIQ SOULCHILD and heavily influenced by STEVIE WONDER and MARVIN GAYE. This debut CD is "smooth as butter on a hot summer day" and highly recommended to r&B fans. Co-produced by RASMUS FABER. (RAW FUSION)

Max Cole/STARCHARTS CD $19.50

Catalog #: WAHCD002 2

Producer MAX COLE's debut single "MO' HIGH" was voted #14 in the BBC RADIO 1 WORLDWIDE SINGLE OF 2005 (beating out NOSTALGIA 77, PEVEN EVERETT and MICHAEL JACKSON). Mixes soul, jazz, Latin and broken beats into something described as "shrug step". Vocalists from SILHOUETTE BROWN and BUTTI 49.

Matthew Halsall/ON THE GO CD $18.00

Catalog #: GONDCD005 2

Manchester based DJ, bandleader, and trumpeter returns with a new album that is once again champions the transcendental, spiritual and modal jazz of JOHN COLTRANE, PHAROAH SANDERS, ART BLAKEY and MAX ROACH mixed with 60s British jazz. GILLES PETERSON, MOJO, & BBC RADIO are supporters. (GONDWANA)

Mark Murphy/JAZZ SINGER ANTHOLOGY CD $18.00

Catalog #: CDSBPJ50 2

Fantasic anthology album (1973-1991) from NYC jazz singer who was known for his use of vocalese and improvisations with both melody and lyrics. Had a 90's rebirth in the acid-jazz & hip hop world through collaborations with UNITED FUTURE ORGANAZATION. 17 great pop/jazz standards. (SOUL BROTHER)

Mark De Clive-Lowe/MELODIUS BEATS #1 CD $18.00

Catalog #: ANTCD001 2

Out of stock for ages now back in. 11 track compilation of MARK DE CLIVE LOWE tracks, remixes and other jams. Incls his current single on MAW, "RELAX..UNWIND", the DJ SPINNA remix of MARK's "DAY BY DAY", and lots more. Gorgeous graffiti style artwork, foldout digipak. Highly recommended.

Mark De Clive-Lowe/DREAMWEAVERS LP $28.50

Catalog #: MT19007 1

A collaborative record with bass player ANDREA LOMBARDINI and drummer TOMMASO CAPPELLATO, the electro-acoustic album allows MdCL to display his talent as a pianist and composer, touching on meditative melancholy, soulful playfulness, broken beat, and global rhythms. (MOTHER TONGUE)

Mario Biondi/HANDFUL OF SOUL CD $24.00

Catalog #: SCCD406 2

Having reached gold record status already in Italy this amazing debut from MARIO BIONDI delivers convincing reinterpretations of classic American R&B and soul tunes done in the signature SCHEMA style with his backing group the HIGH FIVE QUINTET. Includes two original compositions as well.

Marco Di Marco/AT THE LIVING ROOM CD $22.50

Catalog #: ARI014CD 2

A rare jazz classic reissued by ARISION! The MARCO DI MARCO TRIO features JACKY SAMSON on bass and CHARLES SAUDRAIS on drums (who were both part of the groundbreaking GEORGE ARVANITAS TRIO). Of course the man MARCO is brilliant on the keys! Remastered from the original tapes. A classic.

Marc Moulin/ENTERTAINMENT DLP $15.00

Catalog #: EMI8643501 1

MARC MOULIN's most accomplished album yet; elegant downtempo nujazz with some really strong dance numbers. Fans of NICOLA CONTE, ST GERMAIN, etc NEED this album. (BLUE NOTE)

Malente/RIP IT UP DLP $24.00

Catalog #: UNIQ093 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. Killer new DLP chock full of exclusive remixes from STRIKE BOYS, DUBLEX INC, BOCA 45, DR RUBBERFUNK, KILLERGROOVE, our pals ALL GOOD FUNK ALLIANCE and more. 12 tracks in all. Nice pic sleeve. Absolutely essential for fans of the funky beats. (UNIQUE)

Malena/FRIED SAMBA CD $18.00

Catalog #: FSRCD038 2

FREESTYLE hitting the spot once more with this new album from MALENA. This London production duo serve up "FRIED SAMBA", letting vocalist SUSANA MONTERO provide the vocal topping for some lush Latin house grooves, plenty of great breaks and Barrio soul, with touches of SALSOUL and GAINSBOURG.

Makala/UNEXPECTED TAPAS CD $18.00

Catalog #: LMNK43 2

Spanish DJ/producer creates 15 fine dub rocking tunes that fuse old skool rumba, salsa, reggae, swing and mambo with breakbeats and chugging 4 to the floor beats. LOVEMONK releases this second album that features remixes from AGOGO's DJ FARRAPO, GAMM's DUBBEN, and DUSTY from JAZZ & MILK. Tasty...

Maher & Sousou Cissoko/ADOUNA CD $21.00

Catalog #: AJABUCD013 2

The debut album from SOUSOU & MAHER, a unique charismatic KORA duo. Maher was born a kora player and developed his own danceable style, where Sousou in now one of the very few female players in the world. Adding expressive singing & drumming, they bring this beautiful West African music (AJABU)

M-Swift/EVENING SUN CD $18.00

Catalog #: FSRCD053 2

M-SWIFT's soulful, funky house and jazz inflected r&b combines with the vocals of ERIC ROBERSON, TONY MOMRELLE, JOY ROSE, DONNA GARDIER, and VANESSA HAYNES and musicians like TONY REMY to make this 14 track feel good uptempo record. (FREESTYLE)

Lucky Brown/SPACE DREAM LP $24.00

Catalog #: TRLP9011 1

Debut full length from LUCKY BROWN, a man on a mission, leading the modern funk revolution. A killer 5 piece band recorded with vintage analogue gear, mostly instrumental jams of varied tempos. Powerful horns in a FRED WESLEY JB's style. 14 tracks, get on the good foot! VINYL now in stock! (TRAMP)

Lost Idol/UTTERS FROM A CLUTTERED...CD $21.00

Catalog #: CKSCD02 2

..MIND". The much-heralded debut album from LOST IDOL finally makes it's appearnace on COOKSHOP. With a healthy amouint of press already hailing "UTTERS FROM A CLUTTERED MIND", Lost Idol create a backdrop sounding like a lovefest between Beck and DJ Shadow. What more could you want!

Los Charlys Orch/CHICANO DISCO FUNK CD $18.00

Catalog #: IMAGENES007 2

LOS CHARLY'S ORCHESTRA drops their debut CD with a 70's disco inspired album that collects all their previous 12"s plus 4 new songs. Disco funk that has gotten raves from FAZE ACTION & RESTLESS SOUL. Fans of JOEY NEGRO and the like should dig it. (IMAGENES)

Lord & Kaidi/FIND ANOTHER WAY LP $30.00

Catalog #: NERO056 1

Multi-instrumentalists extraordinaire MATT LORD and KAIDI TATHAM team up for a proper dance album on NEROLI! Former members of seminal group BUGZ IN THE ATTIC, here they bring their distinctive mash up of future boogie, broken beats, and house music on 6 songs. (NEROLI)

Lord & Dego/LORD & DEGO: 1ST ALBUM LP $25.50

Catalog #: BLACKLP008 1

It's hard to believe that MATT LORD & DEGO (of 4HERO fame) have never made a full-length album together, but we are finally granted this treat with 12 songs of soulful, jazzy electronic goodness. This is definitely for those heads in the know, with some discerning dancefloor grooves. (2000BLACK)

Lightning Orchestra/SOURCE & DELIVER LP $27.00

Catalog #: AJXLP494 1

Lifeforce/FEARLESS WARRIORS LP $22.50

Catalog #: SONOL27 1

Groove Dis Exclusive. The SONORAMA label breaks cover with this re-issue from LIFEFORCE. "FEARLESS WARRIORS" is a 6-track collection of dancefloor-oriented jazz pleasers, including an homage to the great PHAROAH SANDERS, "TO PHARAOH WITH LOVE". For fans of NEW MASTERSOUNDS, EDDIE ROBERTS, etc....

Liberators/LIBERATORS LP $22.50

Catalog #: RKX035LP 1

Sydney-based afro-funk crew's debut 10 track album on RECORD KICKS. Already getting airplay from GILES PETERSON, plus their liner notes are penned by ANTIBALAS frontman AMAYO, this record is totally AFRICA 70, full of heavy guitars, percussion, horns, and guest vocals from Ghanaian born AFRO MOSES.

Liberators/LIBERATORS CD $18.00

Catalog #: RKX035 2

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