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)
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.
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)
Various/PANCADAO DO MORRO CD
$10.50
Catalog #: FHZCD1 2
Warehouse find! Brazilian funk comp from FLAMIN' HOTZ packaged in a deluxe gatefold design with vivid illustration and 2 40-page booklets with English & Portuguese lyrics. This 22-track disc is an excellent representation of the favela funk party scene!
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)
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)
Various/MISTURADA VOL. 4 DLP
$10.50
Catalog #: FARO042DLP 2
Part 4 in this collection - also available at a domestic price. This time around the remixes branch out past the AZYMUTH catalog with heavyweights like IG CULTURE, FLYTRONIX, SEIJI, DA LATA, & more taking on CELIA VAZ, MILTON NASCIMENTO, FABIO FONSECA etc. (FAR OUT)
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)
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!
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...
Various/FAR OUT BRAZIL CD
$9.00
Catalog #: FARO118CD 2
FAROUT unleashes this budget label sampler just as spring starts to hit here in 2007. Featuring some of Brazil's most respected asrtists + remixes from Rio's hottest dancefloors. Incls tracks from AZYMUTH, ARTHUR VEROCAI, SABRINA MALHEIROS, JOYCE, & remixes from NICOLA CONTE, JAZZANOVA + more.
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)
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...
Various/AFROTECH CD
$7.50
Catalog #: QMG50122 2
Solid collection of tracks form "AFROTECH", a compilation from the QUANGO imprint. Superb selection of tracks from the African continent given a Western touch, with remixes coming from names such as MATTY HEILBRONN, JOE CLAUSSELL, ASHLEY BEEDLE, OSUNLADE, RESTLESS SOUL, JEFF SHAREL, & more.
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)
Various/2017 PACIFIC ULTRASOUND CD
$7.50
Catalog #: SUGARCD006 2
More copies back in stock from the New Zealand label SUGARLICKS. This compilation showcases nu-jazz, dub, hip-hop in the scene where artists like MARK DE CLIVE-LOWE and FAT FREDDY'S DROP flourished. Don't sleep on this compilation!
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)
Tony Scott/IN SOUTH AFRICA LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY089 1
One of greatest American jazz clarinetists of all time caught while touring South Africa in 1957. The album sees SCOTT joining a local Marabi dance band playing live with his jazz quartet in front of hyper enthusiastic crowds.
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)
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)
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)
See-I/SEE-I CD
$12.00
Catalog #: FKX039 2
The debut album from brothers ZEEBO and ROOTZ. A fixture in the D.C. reggae scene which led them to working and performing with THIEVERY CORP.Now after years of live performances and tours they release their 13 track debut that mixes reggae sounds with funk and soul. Out on FORT KNOX RECORDINGS.
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)
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)
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)
Riovolt/SAMBARAMA CD
$7.50
Catalog #: IRM816CD 2
RIOVOLT combines latin sounds like samba and bossa nova with electronic and lounge grooves, like break beats and drum and bass. This Brazillian producer was brought up on samba and bossa rhythms, so this combination comes naturally to him. Warm, organic modern Brazillian music. (IRMA)
Randy Weston/MUSIC FROM NEW AFRICAN LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY071 1
HONEY PIE reissue of 1963 homage to African higlife jazz after a trip to Nigeria in 1961. Beautifully arranged by MELBA LISTON, under the direction of pianist WESTON, we have heavyweights JIMMY CLEVELAND, JULIUS WATKINS, BUDD JOHNSON, ARCHIE LEE, GEORGE YOUNG, BOOKER ERVIN and many more.
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)
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.
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.
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)
Nyboma/DOUBLE DOUBLE LP
$30.00
Catalog #: NWS20 1
Widely regarded as a classic of the Congolese soukous/rumba genre, this album originally released in 1981 is characterized by a complex interplay of guitar melodies, bright horns, funky rhythms, and the sublime vocals of NYBOMA MWAN'DIDO. (NO WAHALA SOUNDS)
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.
Mr. T Bone & Young Lions/HEROES(GREEN)LP
$12.00
Catalog #: MRTB 1
Groove Dis Exclusive. In stock now! On tour w/ US ska/reggae legends THE SLACKERS! ITALY's top Jamaican styled MC delivers sweet soulful roots reggae & old style ska w/ big horns and bouncey keys. Sung in English, MR T is a little bit dance hall and load of soul ala DR RING DING. GREEN VINYL in...
Moon Invaders & Caroloregians/HOT CD
$10.50
Catalog #: JUMP076CD 2
Two of Europe's leading 60's tradtional ska / early / skinhead reggae bands team up for this exclusive split album on JUMP UP to conincide with their US tour. 16 tracks full of boogaloo funk, soul, reggae, ska, and northern sounds. "HOT BLOOD COLD WEATHER" has all new tracks, w/ retro-boxing art.
Monty Neysmith(Symarip)/MEETS BISHOPS CD
$9.00
Catalog #: JUMP132CD 2
Brand new album from singer/organist of the mighty SYMARIP, whose 1970 "SKINHEAD MOONSTOMP" album is still a huge seller for TROJAN RECORDS. This sees him teamed up with THE BISHOPS to re-create that vintage reggae & ska vibe. Bonus 7" tracks included too. In mini-LP style CD jacket. (JUMPUP)
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.
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)
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)
Manu Dibango/SUN EXPLOSION CD
$12.00
Catalog #: ASVN009CD 2
Next up in the AFRICA SEVEN re-issue series of MANU DIBANGO album from FIESTA is "SUN EXPLOSION". Recorded in 1978, these 4 lengthy tracks straddle a series of styles from lazy reggae jazz to afro-funk jazz, from disco-influeced strings to driving barss and funky xylophone.(AFRICA SEVEN)
Manu Dibango/MANU 76 CD
$15.00
Catalog #: ASVN007 2
Next up on AFRICA SEVEN is a CD re-issue from the FIESTA label of this 6 track album from Cameroon's most famous artist. These lengthy songs cover a wide range of styles: sokouss beats, afro boogie jazz, afrofunk soul, and pensive soundtrack moods.
Manu Dibango/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)
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)
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)
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)
Junior Mendes/COPACABANA SADIA CD
$10.50
Catalog #: AOTNCD015 2
LUIZ MENDES JR was a ubiquitous figure in the Brazilian soul/funk scene of the 70's and early 80's, contributing to releases by artists such as BANDA BLACK RIO, TIM MARIA, & SANDRA DE SA. His only solo album has been off the radar for over 35 years until this official reissue. (ATHENS OF THE NORTH)
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.
Jon Hendricks/SALUD! JOAO GILBERTO LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY077 1
HONEYPIE reissue of 1963 tribute to JOAO GILBERTO by one of the greatest jazz singers of all time. Line up includes PETE & CONTE CANDOLI (trumpets), BUDDY COLETTE (flute), and LAURINDO ALMEIDA (guitar). A sophisticated and superb devotion to Brazilian jazz tradition. Includes "JIVE SAMBA".
Jazz Epistles/JAZZ EPISTLES(MASEKELA) LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY056 1
HONEYPIE reissue of debut album from pioneering South African jazz group from 1959. A group formed by DOLLAR BRAND, HUGE MASEKELA, KIPPI MOEKETZI, JONAS GWANGWA, JOHNNY GETZE, and MAKAYA NTSCHOKO. A true cultural manifesto as part of the anti-apartheid struggle of the time.
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)
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)
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...
Hugh Masekela/TRUMPET AFRICAINE LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY069 1
HONEY PIE reissue of 1962 album recorded in New York two years after he had left South Africa. MASEKELA's trumpet shines on top of HUGO MONTENEGRO'S fine orchestral arrangements while the tracklist includes five instrumental versions of MIRIAM MAKEBA songs.
Howie Lee/DROLMA WESEL-LING MONASTERY LP
$30.00
Catalog #: MAIS060LP 1
Recorded over two weeks at Drolma Wesel-Ling Monastery in the mountains of Tibet at the invitation of monastery founder TUGA RINPOCHE, the Beijing based artist/producer HOWIE LEE combines Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhist singing with glitched out modern electronics. (MAIS UM)
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!
Grupo Magnetico/POSITIVO CD
$10.50
Catalog #: AOTNCD020 2
A Latin super-group from Scotland with backgrounds in funk, hip hop, punk, and soul, and a shared obsession with NYC salsa. This 10-song album, mixed by Grammy-winning Latin producer AARON LEVINSON, features legendary musicians from Cuba, Venezuela, and America. (ATHENS OF THE NORTH)
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...
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)
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)
Frankie Valentine/WORLD OF WHAT CD
$7.50
Catalog #: SSD-SR065 2
Anyone expecting a straight ahead house record will be shocked when they put this on. It's an eclectic mix of world music, Latin/Brazilian jazz, and yes, dubby instrumental house. Some of the house tracks are more electronic while others are more live and organic. (SUNSHINE)
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)
Empresarios/SABOR TROPICAL CD
$12.00
Catalog #: FKX034 2
The debut album from this five man collective, based in Washington DC, that blends downtempo, Latin, dub, house, reggaeton and more. 15 "sun drenched vibes" that are both sophisticated and sexy (as is the cover art!). Highly recommended to fans of ESL. A bit hit on KCRW. (FORT KNOX RECORDINGS)
Elis Regina/VIVA A BROTOLANDIA LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY086 1
HONEYPIE issues the 1961 debut album from one of the greatest Brazilian vocalists of all time. A varied selection of styles and flavors, from pop songs through vibrant Afro-Cuban grooves and jazzy sambas.
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.
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)
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.
Dom Thomas/EXPLODING DISCO INEVITABLE CD
$18.00
Catalog #: BRUTCD02 2
DOM(B-MUSIC/FINDERS KEEPERS) follows up the now out of print "MISCELLANEOUS MUTANT MISHAPS" mix CD with another crazed, inspired, out there mix of East Indian sounds, world music, funk, psyche rock and more. Cool cover art, but no track listing. Obscure tracks (and they want to keep it that way!).
Dom Thomas/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.
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.
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...
Dele Sosimi/THE CONFLUENCE (2024) LP
$34.50
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)
Dela Dap/DELA PAJI CD + DVD
$9.75
Catalog #: SSD-CCR003 2
Groove Dis Exclusive. New full length album from gypsy rooted producer and band DELA DAP. Many outstanding musicians contributed to this album making it a modern central European world master piece. The name DELA DAP, means "give me the beat" in Romanian, so the sound also has a funky groovy...
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.
Coup Debam/COUP DEBAM CD
$9.75
Catalog #: CR20372 2
Fusing an electronic/world music fusion sound with jazz stylings and the occasional epic, cinematic track, the group is clearly defined by their ties to Turkey and Eastern Europe. The members were previously involved w/ DZIHAN & KAMEN doing both production and vocals. (COUCH)
Cho Co Pa/TRADITION LP
$40.50
Catalog #: CCPQ-00001 1
Japanese acid pop outfit channel the globe-trotting spirit of HARUOMI HOSONO's 1970's tropical psychedelia on their debut album. The 3-piece band's full name CHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN is named after one of the basic rhythms of Cuban folk music, drawing on global influences.(CHO CO PA)
Chicago Afrobeat Project/MOVE TO.. CD
$9.00
Catalog #: CABP002 2
Well respected Chicago group who blends afrobeat's range of influences: funk, rock, jazz, afro-cuban, high-life, and ju ju music - into a hypnotic dance compelling pulse. 7 tracks, featuring guest musicians JEFF PARKER of TORTOISE, FAREED HAQUE, HOWARD LEVY of BELA FLECK, PAUL WERTICO & more.
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.
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)
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.
Bosq & Kaleta/NO BE TODAY DLP
$52.50
Catalog #: BAC012 1
Afro funk, tropical disco, highlife, juju, disco, soukous, and more all combine effortlessly on the debut album from this duo. Vocalist KALETA has previously worked with FELA KUTI's EGYPT 80 and KING SUNNY ADE's AFRICAN BEATS and sings in Yoruba, Goun, French, English, & Fon! (BACALAO)
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!
Bobbito/EARTHTONES CD
$10.50
Catalog #: R2CD005 2
This CD compiles 13 tracks "from the Lain diasporo" by SENOR COCONUT, TIME MACHINE, BEATFANATIC, ELI GOULART, PATCHWORKS, CHARLES EARLAND, MAYSA LEAK and more. Originally released way back in 2003. VERY limited stock at this cheap price. (R2)
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)
Babatunde Olatunji/ZUNGO! LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY043 1
HONEYPIE reissue of obscure 1961 Afro-Jazz classic from legendary activist and percussionist, featuring jazz heavyweights YUSEF LATEEF, CLARL TERRY, GEORGE DUVIVIER, RAY BARRENTO and MONTEGO JOE. Massive Afro percussion grooves with horns, guitar, bass plus a 13-piece choir.
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)
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)
Alegre All Stars/SELF TITLED LP
$15.00
Catalog #: HONEY061 1
HONEYPIE reissue of 1961 studio jam organized by AL SANTIAGO, the ALEGRE ALL STARS was inspried by the famous late 50s Cuban jam sessions and was originally published by ALEGRE RECORDS in NYC. It's like an open door on a wild non-stop NUYORICAN party!
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.
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)
