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Fusion To Illusion
Fusion To Illusion (limited LP)
Cat: SC 1243. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Fusion To Illusion (5:02)
Piano Sunset (4:32)
Imagery (4:21)
Blue Water (3:23)
Lost In Palms (4:55)
The Crossing (4:35)
Sensitive (4:07)
Outro (3:10)
Review: The summer is almost here which means this is exactly the sort of record we want to be reaching for. It's a lush and tropical work of idealised disco grooves, deepest house, Balearic, smooth jazz and Mediterranean cool that cries out to be played loud while you sip on cocktails and dream of being somewhere utterly blissful and classy. Dreamy textures define each cut with nice fresh rhythms, glistening chords and lush melodies all sprinkled with delightful percussive detail. Big up to A Vision Of Panorama for serving up a beautiful album that is sure to soundtrack the warmest months of the year for many.
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out of stock $24.14
Winehouse Magic
Cat: MCM 45002. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Winehouse Magic (3:54)
Drake Punk (4:23)
Review: There is very little info out there about the Milkcrate Mondays label but we do know that their only other release last year was well hyped and quickly sold out. This second one is likely to follow suit. It comes from Able and is a dusty house cut with an old school feel thanks to the gentle breaks that power it along as a signature smoky soul vocal from Amy Winehouse brings plenty of emotion to a-side cut 'Winehouse Magic'. On the flip is 'Drake Punk' which pairs Daft Punk filter house loops with auto-tuned vocals all sure to bring some fun to the 'floor.
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Played by: The Allergies
out of stock $13.75
Eden Beach Club
Eden Beach Club (gatefold heavyweight vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: HS 254VL. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Arrivee & Welcome (5:29)
Serpent Kaa (4:16)
Eden (4:49)
Singing (4:27)
We Try (4:00)
Meilleur (with Jeanne Added) (4:48)
Luxe, Calme & Volupte (4:09)
Globules Rouges (with Pupajim) (3:38)
La Marche Des Animaux (6:16)
Dance For Eternity (with Laetitia N'diaye) (3:06)
Review: Laurent Bardainne and Tigre d'Eau Douce's third album, EDEN BEACH CLUB, transports listeners to a sun-drenched paradise and was conceived as an imaginary soundtrack to a day by the sea. Following the triumph of Bardainne's Hymne au soleil album, they set their sights higher and here have crafted a sonic oasis that defies boundaries. Returning to their winning formula, the album seamlessly blends groove, soul, jazz, and electronic elements as each track invites you to lose yourself in a breezy and beachy dance as you celebrate an eternal sunset tinged with electric energy. The album is brimming with sophisticated and laid back melodies and gently persuasive grooves.
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 in stock $25.17
WC 001
WC 001 (hand-numbered hand-stamped 12" limited to 200 copies)
Cat: WC 001. Rel: 25 Mar 24
Beat Spacek - "Alone In Da Sun" (5:50)
Lukid - "Hair Of The Dog" (4:33)
Review: Well Curated is a series of releases and parties that - in its own words - "reflects the ethnomusicology of the last 50 years of music" - and aims to reach into all genres, merging classic styles and breaking down barriers. Steve Spacek occupies the A-side with the breezy broken beat and soul-in-space of 'Alone In Da Sun', while Lukid's 'Hair Of The Dog' is a more intense counterpart, with wobbling sub-bass and swirling, surging atmospherics hovering above.
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 in stock $11.93
Flying On Abraham
Cat: LEGO 319VL. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Wind Machine (4:03)
Jukebox Johnny (4:16)
Moto Moon (5:46)
Shade (4:09)
Critics Lullaby (5:52)
Boys On Canvas (4:58)
Juno (5:23)
Russian Doll (4:27)
Used To Lovin' You (4:16)
Trampoline (5:59)
Review: Diane Birch returns with that spellbinding voice - a transportive powerhouse packing a timeless quality that resonates through her music. The American recording world doing what it has always done so well, creating huge, heartbreaking, hopeful, and captivating mini operas disguised as pop. Or, if you want to get technical here: soft rock, country, folk, r&b and soul. OK, so there are elements of funk and jazz, too, and the result is a heady brew that's pretty inescapable. Harking back to the balladry heydays, with shades of Dolly Parton, Whitney Houston, and Carly Simon, to name but a few - in delivery and performance, if not necessarily tone - no matter where you're listening from it's going to be hard to forget this one.
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 in stock $22.58
Super Spicy Recipe Vol 6
Cat: SSPCYW 006. Rel: 02 Apr 24
Birdee - "Underground" (7:16)
Monsieur Van Pratt - "My Love For You" (5:24)
Pato Watson - "Ella Fue" (6:09)
Paul Older - "Turkish Lights" (6:02)
C Da Afro - "Nothing But The Funk" (6:33)
Juan Soto - "All Is Full Of Love" (5:10)
Review: Super Spicy's Super Spicy Recipe series is back with a sixth mouthwatering offering and once again it's a super hot outing of party-ready house and disco sounds. First up is the irresistibly colourful disco charm of Birdee with the freewheeling 'Underground' and its groove-infused piano. Label boss Monsieur Van Pratt then adds his own spin to a rare groove classic with a lung-busting soul vocal and Pato Watson is in edit mode as he tweaks 'Ella Fue' to perfection. Italian don Paul Older brings some funky jazz fusion sounds to his steamy 'Turkish Lights, C. Da Afro keeps it a party with his 'Nothing But The Funk' and Mexican Juan Soto slips into a more deep and loved-up funk-house vibe on 'All Is Full Of Love'.
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Played by: The Owl, LEGO EDIT
 in stock $12.98
Altera Vita
Cat: BBE 779ACD. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Blank Slate
You See
Touch
Hear Me
Breathe
Another Life
Review: BBE has delivered something of a future classic here, as decorated Eastern European harpist Alinha Bzhezhinska and British tenor saxophonist Tony Kofi join forces on a picturesque full-length excursion dedicated to the memory of spiritual jazz maestro Pharoah Saunders. It's a genuinely unique and hugely evocative affair, with Kofi's meandering, mesmeric melodies and inspired improvisations snaking in and out of Bzhezhinska's dreamy harp motifs and melodic percussion instruments (think bells, marimbas, vibraphone, xylophone and so on). It's not a familiar musical palette, but it's one that consistently delivers - and then some. Our picks of a very strong bunch include lucid opener 'Tabula Rasu - Blank Slate', the exotic and psychedelic 'Audite Me - Hear Me', and the picturesque, meditative closing cut, 'Altera Vita - Another Life'.
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Played by: Pete Haigh
 in stock $15.31
You Don't Love Me (No No No)
Cat: JS7S 384. Rel: 28 Mar 24
You Don't Love Me (No No No) (feat Delroy Williams) (3:38)
You Know How To Make Me Feel So Good (5:01)
Review: Susan Cadogan is an esteemed reggae vocalist who has been since the 1970s. Now she continues her musical journey with this cover single which is taken from her excellent 2020 album Hurt So Good - Storybook Revisited, distributed by Burning Sounds. Side-A features a rendition of the reggae classic by Dawn Penn, while Side-B offers a sweet soul interpretation of Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes' track. Enhanced with Japanese-inspired artwork on the jacket, this release showcases Cadogan's timeless talent and versatility as it bridges the gap between reggae and soul music across generations.

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 in stock $26.98
Impermanenze
Cat: GRLP 02. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Anitya (9:17)
Silence (3:00)
Il Moto Della Realta (1:46)
[Ri]evoluzioni Umane (4:54)
Mantra (6:58)
La Resistenza Del Tempo (4:08)
Review: In his debut as a leader and composer, Tiziano Codoro's inaugural project, Impermanenze,"breaks new ground. This electronic-jazz endeavour transcends typical boundaries to offer a wide-eyed trip into plenty of new musical realms. Seamlessly blending hypnotic melodies, sophisticated improvisations, and pulsating rhythms, it pushes the limits of musical innovation as the talented musicians involved effortlessly merge acoustic jazz with captivating electronic textures to create a harmonious fusion of tradition and experimentation. Impermanenze, then, encapsulates the essence of Northern European jazz and ably embodies its introspection, artistic freedom, and sonic beauty.
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 in stock $24.14
Into The Darkness
Cat: NYC 014. Rel: 09 Apr 24
Never Stop (3:53)
The Constellation (5:26)
Into The Darkness (4:12)
Dr Ahamay (6:03)
Review: NYC Records looks outside its in-house stable for the first time here and signs the delightful nu-disco delights of Constellation. This duo hails from Miami and focuses on space disco sounds that fans of the famous Metro Area style are sure to love. They remain mysterious themselves but their beats are brilliantly designed with plenty of retro-future pads, cosmic arps and tight basslines full of colour, texture and soul. Like Daft Punk but deeper and more dubbed out. All four of these cuts are sure to get floors going but also bring plenty of style.
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 in stock $19.47
Theros
Theros (12")
Cat: DE 317. Rel: 05 Apr 24
Theros (4:01)
Blue (3:07)
Argonauts (4:28)
Shoal (4:44)
Notte Estiva (5:44)
Review: Costantino Luca Rolando Kiriakos, an influential figure in Athens' electronic scene since the 80s, showcased his diverse talents as a composer, sound engineer, and installation artist under his Coti K. alias on this EP from back in 1994. The five tracks he offered up all explore Balearic-ambient bliss-scapes and now get reissued on Dark Entries complete with their smooth breaks, cosmic pads, and lush pianos. Reflecting his Hellenic roots, track titles like 'Argonauts' and 'Theros' bring global ambient vibes and spoken word by Konstantinos Bhta and cello by Nikos Veliotis all help add their magic to this nostalgic journey with a Mediterranean twist.
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out of stock $16.60
Son Of Zeus
Cat: FW 296. Rel: 11 Apr 24
These Cards (3:09)
Been Trying (3:15)
All I Need (2:32)
Small Circles (3:08)
Never Look Down (2:37)
4 So Long (2:50)
When You're Lonely (2:34)
Review: Tyler Daley is a UK hip-hop mainstay and the vice of the brilliant Children of Zeus. Here he branches out with his own solo album, Son of Zeus - see what he did there? It comes on the band's home label of First World and bares plenty of their signature sonic hallmarks - dusty, undercooked production, lazy hip hop beats, and gorgeous vocals that sit somewhere between neo soul, golden era boom-bap from Tribe and something else a little unique. It's a warm world where yearning bars, lush harmonies and hooky melodies all float around the stripped back but bumping beats. Superb stuff.
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 in stock $15.04
Every Day I Try
Every Day I Try (7" limited to 150 copies)
Cat: ZP 101B. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Every Day I Try (2:48)
Baby Girl (3:39)
Review: We're big fans of this label here at Juno HQ as we have said before and how can you not be when it serves up soul as good as this? Mel Day delivers authentic deepness with 'Every Day I Try.' It is a heartfelt lament for lost love that is backed by the accomplished Tito Lopez Combo and some magnificent instrumentation. On the flip side, 'Baby Girl' sees Mel channelling the spirit of Joe Tex with confidence and flair. Produced under license from music maestro Harbans Srih, this vinyl-only release harks back to the golden era of soul music and is sure to prove a timeless modern classic.
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 in stock $14.52
Every Day I Try
Every Day I Try (translucent yellow vinyl 7" limited to 150 copies)
Cat: ZP 101Y. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Every Day I Try (2:48)
Baby Girl (3:38)
Review: This Hawaii-based label consistently delivers soulful gems like this which is why we love it so much. Mel Day brings genuine depth with 'Every Day I Try,' a poignant reflection on lost love, complemented by the talented Tito Lopez Combo and superb instrumentation. On the other side, 'Baby Girl' showcases Mel's confident and stylish channelling of the spirit of Joe Tex. This vinyl-exclusive release, produced under license from the esteemed music maestro Harbans Srih, pays homage to the golden age of soul music and is destined to become a timeless modern classic.
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 in stock $14.52
Muito A Vontade
Muito A Vontade (limited 180 gram vinyl LP)
Cat: 709112. Rel: 25 Mar 24
Muito A Vontade (2:34)
Tim Dom Dom (2:47)
Pra Que Chorar (2:36)
Sambou Sambou (2:18)
Jodel (3:12)
Vamos Nessa (2:01)
Rio (bonus track) (2:54)
Noa Noa (bonus track) (1:59)
Minha Saudade (2:10)
Naquele Base (2:41)
Olhou Pra Mim (1:59)
Tema Teimoso (2:03)
So Se For Agora (3:02)
Caminho De Casa (2:22)
So Danco Samba (bonus track) (2:05)
Manha De Carnaval (bonus track) (3:06)
Review: Joao Donato's Muito A Vontade is a superb trip into the heart of Brazilian jazz. Released in 1962, this record showcases Donato's virtuosity as a pianist and composer, blending samba rhythms with jazz harmonies in a seamless fusion. Tracks all come with vibrant melody and exemplify his unique style, brimming with infectious hooks and rhythmic vitality. With its laid-back charm and sophisticated arrangements, Muito A Vontade captures the essence of bossa nova's golden era as Donato's effortless musicality and inventive improvisations make this even more essential.
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 in stock $17.12
Take It Down
Cat: ICP 518. Rel: 26 Mar 24
Take It Down (LTJ Xperience remix) (6:59)
Mr Bong (Louie Beat Re-work) (3:44)
Take It Down (5:21)
Praise Me Now (5:52)
Review: Leading Italian disco outlet IRMA is back with more irresistible and dazzling goodness, this time courtesy of Funky Destination with some pretty standout remixes. 'Take It Down' opens up as a new version by LTJ Xperience that has percolating funk lines and slow, sensuous grooves. 'Mr Bong' (Louie Beat Re-work) is a more percussive number with brilliant drumming and sunny melodies and 'Take It Down' offers a sensuous soul sound and some psyched-out guitar riffs. Last of all is the most streamy and busy of the lot with unresolved drum loops, disco percussion and rousing pads that will fill the floor.
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Played by: Ltj xperience
 in stock $19.47
Adventures Begin
Cat: SP45 049. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Adventures Begin (3:18)
Estrellas (3:38)
Review: The Great Revivers is a funk and library band with a focus on organ laced grooves that hails from Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was formed around a decade or so ago from members of bands Wake&Bake! and The Reggaenauts and has put out a steady stream of very danceable 7"s since then. 'Adventures Begin' is their latest and it comes on the Spasibo label with lashing of loquacious saxophone and some nice loose, live drumming. Flip it over for something more laid back and starry eyed - 'Estrellas' has a soothing late night feel and brims with musicality.
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 in stock $16.35
Adventures Begin
Adventures Begin (limited yellow & red marbled vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 049YR. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Adventures Begin (3:15)
Estrellas (3:38)
Review: Spasibo Records has been busy lining up plenty of great funk sounds that all seem to be dropping at once. One of them is this limited yellow and red marbled vinyl from The Great Revivers. The band hail from St Petersburg in Russia and these two instrumental tunes are perfect examples of their lush library funk sound. Both were recorded pre-pandemic back in 2019 at a vintage studio in an old church. The organs really shimmer and bring the heat to opening cut 'Adventures Begin' while 'Estrellas' dial down into a more late night and intimate atmosphere before the funky breaks and neat guitar riffs come on with full force.
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 in stock $23.09
Bright Sparkling Light (Japanese Edition)
Bright Sparkling Light (Japanese Edition) (12" + MP3 download code in spot-varnished sleeve with obi-strip)
Cat: GONDEPJ 63. Rel: 15 Apr 24
Bright Sparkling Light (7:38)
Newborough Forest (7:02)
The Tide & The Moon (9:58)
Review: Matthew Halsall initially crafted Bright Sparkling Light as an exclusive for his 2023 EU and UK tour. He then decided to put it out on vinyl and has now put together this special Japanese Edition which features its three exquisite suites, each averaging seven to ten minutes. Halsall's affinity for hypnotic drones, tenor sax progressions intertwined with lush flute loops and evocative depictions of Newborough Forest shine through here on an album that beautifully bridges the transition from dewy morning to creeping crepuscule. It's a natural, organic soundtrack from one of jazz finest contemporary talents.
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 in stock $46.18
Look On The Good Side
Cat: EXS 042. Rel: 16 Apr 24
Look On The Good Side (3:55)
The Say The Girl's Crazy (2:53)
Review: The Invitations have roots tracing back to the mid-60s and saw various lead singers take the mic until Lew Kirton joined in 1973. Kirton's vocals grace both 'Look On The Good Side' and 'They Say The Girl's Crazy' from 1974 which are now reissued for the first time. Originally released on Silver Blue Records, a label founded by songwriter and producer Joel Diamond, these tracks were arranged and co-produced by Bobby Martin in Philadelphia and boast the unmistakable Philly Sound. Kirton later departed for a successful solo career, notably remembered for hits like 'Heaven In The Afternoon' but this reissue brings forth a timeless slice of soul history.
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Played by: Dave Lee ZR, Pete Haigh
out of stock $14.52
Memory In Motion
Cat: HRLP 008. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Meanderthal (4:10)
The Long Haul (3:56)
Chasing Fantasies (5:26)
Rolling On A High (feat Doc Brown) (3:24)
Take A Minute (2:46)
Fuffle Kershuffle (4:42)
Snakebite Playfight (4:43)
Net Zero (3:26)
Enigma (live In Paris) (6:55)
Review: While rooted in the quintessential sound of the late 1950s and early 1960s, UK jazz ensemble The Jazz Defenders explore fresh territory while honouring their jazz heritage on their third album, Memory In Motion. Tracks like 'Chasing Fantasies' and 'Fuffle Kerfuffle' showcase their swing jazz finesse, while 'Meanderthal' and 'Snakebite Playfight' infuse soulful grooves akin to 1960s jazz legends. Collaborations with UK rapper Doc Brown on 'Rolling On A High' and the uptempo funk of 'Net Zero' add modern flair, while introspective moments like 'Take A Minute' and the closing 'Enigma' offer a serene balance. Memory In Motion celebrates jazz's legacy and innovation, blending tradition with contemporary influences for an immersive listening experience.
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 in stock $25.43
Speak To Me
Speak To Me (gatefold white vinyl 2xLP (indie exclusive))
Cat: 588307 5. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Hymnal (2:19)
Northern Shuffle (6:04)
Omission (3:25)
Serenade (5:21)
Myself Around You (5:52)
South Mountain (5:05)
Speak To Me (4:18)
Two & One (4:17)
Vanishing Points (4:19)
Tiburon (4:22)
As It Were (5:03)
76 (4:33)
Nothing Happens Here (4:08)
Review: Guitar virtuoso Julian Lage's Speak To Me is a dynamic Blue Note album produced by Joe Henry. Arriving with 13 original tracks, Lage's compositions navigate a rich tapestry of American music genres, from gospel hymns to California singer-songwriter vibes and skronky jazz. The album's lead single '76' showcases a hard-driving blues essence, while 'As It Were' offers an atmospheric acoustic ballad. With contributions from Kris Davis, Patrick Warren, Levon Henry, and his trusted trio with bassist Jorge Roeder and drummer Dave King, Lage presents a multifaceted musical journey that captivates and enthrals in equal measure here.
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 in stock $36.32
Valentia (remastered)
Valentia (remastered) (gatefold 180 gram vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: SIGLP 008RE. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Easy Living (5:34)
Need (4:44)
Table Top (4:20)
Autumn (3:14)
Time (3:07)
My Friend Alone (feat DRS) (4:36)
I Wish I Could (3:03)
Love Is (3:54)
Review: Dominick Martin is best known as stone-cold drum & bass don Calibre, a prolific producer with a masterfully deep and smoky sound. He has also made tech house under his own name, but lesser known is this album
Valentia which was originally released in 2013 and has now been remastered and repressed on 180 gram vinyl with a sleeve containing the lyrics. It was written on the amazing Valentia Island, joined to the west coast of Co Kerry in Ireland by a bridge t and battered by strong winds. Says Martin, "I took my computer and mic with me not knowing what to expect when I got there. In one of the rooms sat a piano, and as my fingers touched the keys I knew there was a story there waiting to be told."
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 in stock $30.36
Come On
Come On (7" + insert)
Cat: SDO 1009. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Come On (2:37)
To Make You Happy (2:58)
Review: Soul Direction have taken two tracks from his the legendary soul man Tommy Mc Gee's first two 45s and put them together on one limited new 7". Fact fans will appreciate knowing that 'To Make You Happy" was originally titled 'Just to Make You happy' and now gets a rerelease that will surely give some light back to the music as well as the man. These two superb tracks have seemingly been missed by so many collectors over the years, but also have become more elusive in recent times. They feature on the Positive-Negative Album as well as rare 45 releases but to have them together as one here is a no-brainer for soul lovers.
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 in stock $18.94
Red Light
Red Light (12")
Cat: MOFUNK 047. Rel: 09 Apr 24
Red Light (12" version) (6:02)
Red Light (instrumental) (4:45)
Red Light (97 remix) (4:58)
Hate To See It (Applejac Unhooked Generation remix) (4:31)
Review: House music and fresh modern funk are happy bedfellows on this new EP from Moniquea with the masterful production taken care of by XL Middleton who, if you ask us, cannot miss at the moment. With an unmistakable West Coast vibe characterised by punchy synth bass and leads, this A-side embraces the good times with pulsating beats and detuned chords. On the B-side, the '97 Remix pays homage to Moniquea's g-funk origins while the bonus Applejac remix of 'Hate To See It' seamlessly blends dance-oriented elements with lush synth strings reminiscent of peak-era Neptunes productions from the 2000s.
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 in stock $17.12
Soiree
Soiree (7" + insert)
Cat: IMWVR 1030. Rel: 26 Mar 24
Haruka Nakamura - "Soiree" (take 3) (4:59)
Nobuyuki Nakajima - "Valsa De Euridice" (2:32)
Review: This is a second new and standalone 7" that is taken from Incense Music for Bed Room, a new compilation series from Incense Music that was curated by Toru Hashimoto and legendary Japanese downtempo and Balearic master Calm. On the A-side, we delve into Haruka Nakamura's beautiful tribute to Bill Evans' timeless piece 'Soiree'. On the flip, 'Valsa de Euridice' is a rendition of Vinicius de Moraes' classic from Etepalma, the inaugural 2006 album by Nobuyuki Nakajima. Renowned as a composer and pianist, Nakajima presents a captivating interpretation that captures the essence of the original piece. Together, these tracks offer a harmonious blend of homage and reinterpretation.
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Trying My Best To Find Her
Cat: 205. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Trying My Best To Find Her (2:48)
Review: Soul gems from the 60s - well, 1969 to be precise - don't come much more coveted than this one from The Notations. An original copy of this 45 rpm will quite likely fetch over 1500 quid. The r&b group was formed in Chicago, Illinois and featured Clifford Curry, LaSalle Matthews, Bobby Thomas and Jimmy Stroud. They went on to put out four albums and around 15 EPs but none as cherished as this one. 'Trying My Best To Find Her' now lands on a one-sided 7" and is a superb Northern Soul-style, high-energy soul cut with raw drums and aching vocal harmonies that soar and soar and soar.
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 in stock $14.27
Wonderlust
Cat: SAPE 029. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Bosco I (7:07)
Bosco II (5:24)
Fresco (6:38)
B U Kno (4:40)
J Scofield (8:21)
Icarus (12:42)
Review: On-Ly is the creative persona of Joshua Smeltink, a pianist-producer who merges diverse influences and mixes sup aspects of sounds like house, hip-hop, and the hard-hitting post-bop jazz-rock of the 60s and 70s. He also takes inspiration from greats of the jazz world such as cats like Weather Report and Miles Davis Group. Wonderlust is his debut album and one that finds him introduce a fresh sound with a band alongside him. Aspects of great works like Santana's Moonflower, bands like The Mars Volta, and piano master Herbie Hancock all can be heard across a kaleidoscopic journey reminiscent of classic psychedelic records. With through-composed passages, heartfelt melodies, and vibrant arrangements, Wonderlust is a fine debut.
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 in stock $28.81
Finger It Out
Finger It Out (7" limited to 200 copies)
Cat: R 27005. Rel: 26 Mar 24
Finger It Out (4:04)
Kushti (4:28)
 in stock $14.52
Toxic Funk Vol 12
Toxic Funk Vol 12 (limited 7" 再出版)
Cat: BBP 228. Rel: 26 Mar 24
Breath & Strut (4:00)
Peace Dust (3:16)
Review: Dal Platinum is back once again like a reneged master. His last outings on the fantastic Breakbeat Paradise Recordings came in the form of a remix and a huge Powerhour free download and now he comes correct on a new 7". He kicks off by bringing some crashing breakbeats and funky drumming to a hip-hop classic on 'Breath & Strut', while the melodies are full of soul. On the reverse is a much sunnier sound - 'Peace Dust' is driven by a big bassline with some nice organ stabs and a fiery vocal leading the vibes up top.
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Practice What You Preach Part 2
Practice What You Preach Part 2 (limited yellow vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 037YELLOW. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Practice What You Preach Part 2 (3:11)
Sticky Sticky-Sock-A-Poo (3:39)
Review: German funk act The Poets Of Rhythm have more than left their mark on a scene that wasn't so popular back in their heyday. They have got plenty of great albums to explore and several superb singles, of which this is one. 'Practice What You Preach' is a track from their debut album released on Soulciety in 1993. Despite a hiatus from albums until their return with a Ninja Tune LP in 2001, the band remained active in the 7"s circuit. Surprisingly, a part two to the same track exists, serving as an instrumental version of the original 1993 release. On the B-side, a fresh funk track, previously released under the alias Mighty Continentals, features Bo Baral delivering a rare solo guitar performance alongside ambiguous lyrical content.
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 in stock $23.09
Paradise
Cat: BJ 738. Rel: 18 Apr 24
Paradise (4:24)
Paradise (Nicky's 1 Nite Only dub) (4:40)
Review: Nick and Astro, known collectively as Potatohead People, join forces once again on a tantalising teaser 7" from their upcoming album, Eat Your Heart Out'. Featured on 'Paradise' is the highly hyped Canadian artist Diamond Cafe, whose velvety vocals grace this early 80s-inspired blend of digital sex funk that will remind you of Sade, El Debarge, and Prefab Sprout. Describing his music as "bathing in a cloud of honey on a very foggy night," Diamond Cafe's performance is nothing short of magic here. On the flipside, Nick Wisdom puts his spin on the track, infusing it with dub elements and enhancing the bassline.
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Played by: Lexx
 in stock $14.01
Big World
Cat: AFS 056. Rel: 09 Apr 24
Qinisela (6:13)
Big World (6:23)
Rebatla Muzik (6:09)
Unity (6:33)
Review: Back in 1991, PT House's debut album Big World introduced Soweto rapper Nelson Mohale (who was later known as Dr House) to South Africa's burgeoning house and kwaito scene. Collaborating with producer Danny Bridgens, known for his work with Yvonne Chaka Chaka and Margino, the newly formed pair fused US and UK hip-house influences with local flavours and always imbued their music with a positive outlook for the future. Now reissued for the first time on Afrosynth Records, the small but well-formed four-track record remains a bold testament to their vision and has more than stood the test of time with its vibrant energy and forward-looking spirit.
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 in stock $16.35
Pullover Grigio
Cat: ALDENTE 023S1. Rel: 15 Apr 24
Pullover Grigio (3:58)
Texas Blonde (3:55)
Review: Alex Puddu is a versatile multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer renowned for his collaborations with luminaries like Edda Dell'Orso and Joe Bataan, and here he presents a debut double single that is sung in Italian. With tracks 'Pullover Grigio' and 'Texas Blonde,' he introduces a fusion of Italian funk-pop from the late 70s and early 80s and melds the with the pop and indie melodies of contemporary Italy. Also drawing on influences from soul to disco, Puddu's unique production style shines through with its most tender chords, seductive vocals and sunny sounds.
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 in stock $12.19
Y Otis Tre
Y Otis Tre (orange vinyl LP + insert in spot-varnished sleeve)
Cat: WJLP 63X. Rel: 28 Mar 24
OOMY (3:25)
Midi Day Job (part 4 ) (3:58)
Pluralregn (0:48)
Perla/Moln (4:23)
CLICKS 2023 (4:57)
Earrings (2:27)
UNKNOW/SLICK (3:45)
Sol 94 (2:22)
RHUBARBS (3:04)
Orkaneon (2:27)
LOOMY (3:08)
Donatt Gonatt (2:19)
Review: Berlin-based Swedish tenor saxophonist Otis Sandsjo is back with another of his brilliant albums. Y-OTIS TRE is his third on We Jazz Records and one that finds him working closely with his old work partner, pal, bassist and producer Petter Eldh, plus the live band keys-man Dan Nicholls. Crafted and produced by Eldh & Sandsjo, the album embraces the band's Swedish roots within the continuum of layered liquid jazz. It has a neon, 3D essence, morphing from laser sharp to gooey like jelly, and each track is ripe with evolutionary ideas though also remains rooted in recognisable forms, cross-referencing its own concepts but never repeating. With a mixtape-like DNA, the music teems with vibrant colours and acoustic depth and blurs boundaries between live performance and studio innovation.
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 in stock $27.25
Destination? Funk!/Camelot Chill
Cat: SCRULSD 003. Rel: 15 Apr 24
Destination? Funk! (4:30)
Camelot Chill (4:52)
Review: This is the third installment in the Local Sugar Diggers Series from Scruniversal in which old and rare records from the label head's friend's collections get reworked and edited. This one is a collab between ScruScru and an equally passionate digger from Cyprus known as Dwaal. Both tunes offer quite different looks but with great results. The first is the steamy and loose-limbed 'Destination? Funk!' with its squelchy bass and neat guitar riffs, while the flipside is a super deep and lush downtempo jam, 'Camelot Chill'. This one has romantic sax notes and gentle grooves with jazzy keys finishing it in style.
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 in stock $11.68
Shabason Krgovich Sage
Cat: IF 045. Rel: 11 Apr 24
Gloria (6:16)
Bruce (4:16)
Joe (4:27)
Old Man (3:45)
Don (3:50)
Patti (3:17)
Raoul (10:04)
Bridget (4:24)
Review: Joseph Shabason, Matthew Sage, and Nicholas Krgovich form a harmonious triangle, both musically and geographically. Hailing from Toronto, Colorado, and Vancouver respectively, they converged at Sage's barn studio nestled at the foot of the Rockies to explore their shared talent for finding beauty in life's mundane moments. Shabason, known for blending late 80s adult-contemporary and smooth jazz aesthetics into ethereal soundscapes, joins forces with Sage, who combines instrumental prowess with synthesis and field recordings to evoke the natural world's whimsy and profundity. Completing the trio is Krgovich, whose observational poetics add a relatable touch to their calm expressionism. Their collaborative album, warmly Shabason, Krgovich, Sage extends the wry and melancholic micro-miracles established in their previous works.
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123 (edits)
Cat: SOLO 502. Rel: 18 Apr 24
1-2-3 (Edits) (2:32)
Glass (Drum Breaks edits) (3:32)
Review: SOLO 500 is back on their own self-titled label with the third entry in Galaxy Sound Company's series and again it digs deep into jazz-funk to turn out some killer breaks. Up first is the main theme from 1974's subway hijack movie The Taking Of The Pelham One Two Three and it is one with a funky, jazzy, high-octane sound that has been sampled by Company Flow, Mix Master Mike and many more. On the backside is an edit of a tune from Manfred Mann Chapter Three's self-titled 1969 LP. This one has been famously sampled by The Prodigy. Another great little 7".

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Played by: The Allergies
 in stock $12.19
Summer Jam B Boy Theme
Summer Jam B Boy Theme (limited sea green vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 033RESEAGREEN. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Summer Jam B-Boy Theme
Summer Jam (instrumental)
Review: Soul Direction has served up plenty of the best material by The Soul Surfers, who love everything from original funk to playful covers - one of which, their take on William DeVaughn's 'Be Thankful For What You Got' is particularly superb, and lands soon. This 7" features tunes the group prepared for an annual hip-hop festival called 'Yalta Summer Jam' and features one side primed and ready for the b-boy battles with its big breaks and bumping kicks, and a sunny and breezy flipside for whatever party plays out afterward.
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Played by: The Allergies
out of stock $23.09
Move On Up
Move On Up (limited gold vinyl 7")
Cat: SP45 036 SILVER HONEY. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Move On Up (5:02)
Wait A Minute (3:40)
Review: The Soul Surfers & Shawn Lee have linked their creative energies once more with a new pair of singles for the cultured Spasibo Records. Both tracks on this limited gold vinyl were recorded in 2018. One was captured at Moscow's Magnetone studio during Lee's visit for the premiere of a movie documenting his prior recording with The Soul Surfers, and the other was recorded remotely with The Soul Surfers at their Nizhniy Novgorod headquarters and Lee at his London studio, The Shop. The collaboration is a fruitful one with two sublime and timeless funk cuts featuring some bittersweet replaying of classic melodies.
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Candi Staton (reissue)
Cat: HIQLP 130. Rel: 27 Mar 24
Do It In The Name Of Love (3:01)
Darling You're All That I Need (3:23)
Blackmail (2:57)
In The Ghetto (2:54)
Wanted: Lover (2:42)
The Best Thing You Ever Had (2:23)
Lovin' You, Lovin' Me (3:02)
I'll Drop Everything & Come Running (2:46)
You Don't Love Me No More (2:21)
The Thanks I Get For Loving You (2:38)
Review: Candi Staton's self-titled album is quality listen that showcases Staton's remarkable vocal range and emotional depth across a diverse range of tracks. From soulful ballads to infectious disco grooves, each song is imbued with the singer's signature charisma and passion. Standout tracks like 'Darling You're All That I Need' truly stir the soul with the impassioned vocals and big horns next to some uplifting melodies and heartfelt messages of love and truth. With impeccable production and Staton's powerhouse vocals at the forefront, this album is as potent now as ever and reminds us of Candi Staton's status as something of a great of the last 50 years.
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 in stock $22.32
Shame On Dry Land Syndabocken (Soundtrack)
Welcome Dimman
Kicki
Island
Shame On Dry Land
Follow Me
Fredrik's Gone
Again (4:02)
Body Drop (5:09)
Moped Escape (4:27)
Karema Goodbye (3:57)
Voyeur (1:55)
Follow Him (2:05)
Standoff (2:13)
Reconciliation (3:10)
Love Theme (1:50)
Dress Rehearsal (1:59)
Kill Krum (2:29)
Believe (2:02)
Underwater Love (5:34)
Review: Shame On Dry Land (Syndabocken) is an award-winning Swedish movie that picked up the Guldbagge prize for best feature film soundtrack in 2024. That soundtrack has been written and produced by sometime Studio Barnhus associate and mythical young artist Baba Stiltz. It arrives on vinyl for the first time here and is a dense affair with plenty of esoteric stylings as you would expect of a man with a famously hard-to-pin-down sound. It goes from heavy and dark to airy and Mediterranean and needs to be heard nice and loud for the best effect.
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 in stock $24.14
Window Shopping
Window Shopping (7" + insert)
Cat: SDO 1010. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Window Shopping (3:46)
People Clap Your Hands (3:14)
Review: The Summits are a beloved fixture on the Soul Direction label and have plenty of fans in the wider soul collecting community. As a result they are now familiar to many and their track 'Window Shopping' emerged from an almost-lost master tape. It has previously been available only in digital format. on the flip, meanwhile, Phillips traverses diverse musical territories spanning from feel-good disco to funky fusion and modern soul. Among the six tracks recovered from numerous tapes, this one, 'People Clap Your Hands' stands out. It has never before been on vinyl and is a lo-fi, funk fuelled gem with soul infused vocals.
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 in stock $18.94
The Instrumentals
The Instrumentals (limited red vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: PRS 004LP. Rel: 25 Mar 24
Can I Call You Rose? (3:10)
Lady Love (3:01)
Easier Said Than Done (2:55)
Overflowing (2:23)
Trade Of Hearts (2:51)
Weak For Your Love (4:20)
Future Lover (3:25)
Sorrow For Tomorrow (2:46)
For Now (3:45)
Once You Know (Then You'll Know) (3:02)
Happy & Well (3:23)
Love Comes Easy (3:13)
Review: The Daptone label, renowned for its modern yet classically soulful sound, recently hosted the outstanding debut album from Thee Sacred Souls. Produced by Daptone co-founder Gabriel Roth, the record exuded endless warmth and texture and combined 60s soul with 70s r&b with heartrending vocals and poignant rhythms. Now the whole thing has been stripped back to its instrumental core and gets served up here on a standalone limited red vinyl album. It's just as good in this format as the original and allows the skilfulness of the musicians to really shine.
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 in stock $23.35
Challenge My Love (reissue)
Cat: REPRO 14. Rel: 27 Mar 24
Challenge My Love (3:02)
Sweep It Out In The Shed (2:50)
Review: Back in the glorious 1970s, Tobi Lark's 'Happiness Is Here' was one of the key Northern Soul anthems and one that brought plenty of Motown influences. However, as soul aficionados' palates evolved in the 80s and 90s, the slower, deeper 'Challenge My Love' became the favoured Lark track. Unexpectedly, its B-side, the bluesy 'Sweep It Out In The Shed,' also emerged as a new favourite among r&b enthusiasts, transforming it into a sought-after floor-filler. Once a modest collector's item, it now commands four-figure prices. This reissue faithfully recreates the coveted original pressing, injecting it with a vibrant twist and ensuring that the timeless allure of Tobi Lark's music endures for new generations.
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 in stock $10.37
Beat It
Beat It (7" 再出版)
Cat: CR 009. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Beat It (4:42)
Thriller (4:50)
Review: Melbourne, Australia based sextet The Traffic, headed up by Ivan 'Choi' Khatchoyan, serve up a special MJ feature funk 45. Presented in a special pressing in red vinyl with black splatter, we get awesome renditions of Michael Jackson tracks 'Beat It' and 'Thriller' from his iconic Thriller album from 1982. The big band energy of the players make these cover versions worthy your attention, with a killer horns section imitating the king of pop's falsetto to great effect.
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 in stock $15.31
RESENSE 057
Cat: RESENSE 057. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Grits (4:52)
23h (4:33)
Review: It has been a while since Umbo released any new music but now he is back on the Austrian label Resense with a superb pair of edits on this essential little 45 rpm. Kicking things off is 'Grits' which is a hard hitting bit of b-boy funk and breaks with old school soul vocals and plenty of horn stabs powering it ever onwards and upwards. '23h' is a little more seductive but no less busy with tightly woven bongos and congas peppering the high speed funk groove. Fantastic stuff that we hope is the start of much more to come from edit king Umbo.
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 in stock $13.24
Gabbeh
Gabbeh (LP + insert + postcard)
Cat: ACOLOUR 046. Rel: 10 Apr 24
Largo (9:06)
Dru (4:28)
Rond-Point (3:32)
Gabbeh (7:45)
Rambler (5:30)
Drac (6:46)
Review: Unchained is the longstanding solo project of Nathaniel Davis. Gabbeh is his latest offering to the world, a suite of blissfully introspective tracks that envelop the soul in a blanket of soft, delicate moods, their sole purpose to comfort aching heads. Remarkably, dedicated fans will know you can trace the artist's lineage to noise mix tapes on CD-R, although more recent excursions into Bossa nova influenced tones perhaps help bridge the gap between then and now. Recorded at home over a three year period, from 2020 to 2023, Grenoble, Switzerland, played a big part in end results here. "I think certain songs reflect, in ways, Grenoble's natural surroundings. 'Drac' is named after the river that flows from the mountains down to the city - 'Dru' is the name of a well-known peak near Chamonix," Davis has explained. That as may be, nevertheless there's something more transportive than that here - songs feel as though they would be at home anywhere green, slow and thoughtful.
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Infinite Reflections
Cat: AR 027. Rel: 08 Apr 24
Soar (2:32)
Oneiric Voyage (3:13)
Oumuamua (3:47)
Outer Sea (4:07)
Solaris Ocean (1:52)
Neptune's Arck (4:33)
Cetus (3:31)
Celestial Waves (3:48)
Astra's Charge (2:12)
Earth-Diver (1:28)
Asteroidea (5:04)
Review: London-based quartet Uniri takes a unique approach by composing as a collective and bringing in new-beat aesthetics while steering away from traditional jazz band and "bedroom production" concepts. Founded by Chiminyo, Uniri, meaning 'one unified dream,' came to life in his private studio, inviting jazz peers Amane Tsuganami, Al Macsween, and Luke Wynter for spontaneous collaborations. The result, Infinite Reflections, delivers a psychedelic, rhythmic journey infused with cosmic synths and hip-hop beats. Embracing a global trend in jazz fusion, Uniri's debut album promises an innovative aesthetic akin to artists like Flying Lotus and Ras G.

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 in stock $31.12
Moon Child
Moon Child (7" + insert)
Cat: IMWVR 1029. Rel: 26 Mar 24
Hiroto Uyama - "Moon Child" (4:15)
Yoshiharu Takeda - "Bliss Of Landing" (4:49)
Review: Insense has put together a tidy 7" featuring a rendition of Pharoah Sanders' 'Moon Child' which was first specially crafted for the compilation album Incense Music for Bed Room. It is a lush and spiritual sound led by gorgeous wind instruments and fluttery melodies over gentle and persuasive rhythms. On the flip, Yoshiharu Takeda's 'Bliss Of Landing' is another escapist sound with more of the same. A lovely 45 rpm for those quiet moments.
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 in stock $19.47
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