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LP | 2022 | US | Original (Vulf)

Release: 1992 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sharon Benson’s lost album Sunshine was originally unearthed by P-vine in 2015 having gathered dust on Polydor shelves since the early 90s. In 1992, following in the footsteps of the lead single release of which the album shares its name, plans to release the original ten track album grew increasingly unlikely, and eventually the project was abandoned.

The London-based singer would later return in 1995 for a fresh set of songs on a self-titled album before returning to acting and signing in the West End, but the mystery of Sunshine would linger. Uncovered and unwrapped, it’s easy to see why. Upon playing, it’s an album that immediately brushes aside its neglected state, and launches into some of the most slick and sweet sounding R&B and new jack swing at the turn of the decade. P-vine is excited to be reissuing the album on LP for the first time.

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Vulfpeck

Wong's Cafe

35,14 €* 36,99 € -5%

2LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Irma)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This one is special. All unreleased material. Only one pressing ever. Vulf collectors know the code. This is it.

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The Tangram

Cosmic Fruits

35,99 €*

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Yellow Moon: The Complete Recordings 1961 - 1962

Sly & The Viscaynes

2LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Regroved)

38,99 €*

Wendell Harrison & Phil Ranelin

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The amazing, unpredictable, one and only Sly Stone has never made a secret of his beginnings as a teenaged hopeful in Vallejo, California in the early 1960s. A trio of singles with his interracial high school vocal group The Viscaynes, followed by two more releases as a solo, recorded in Los Angeles with producer George Motola, comprise the fascinating apprenticeship Sly needed to undergo on the road to fame. For decades, Sly’s earliest works have been spread around on a parade of unauthorized collections, most with low-fidelity sound, artificially extended versions, and tracks by unrelated artists. Yellow Moon: The Complete Recordings 1961-1962 corrects this injustice by offering up Sly and the Viscaynes entire output from the correct master sources. This special 2 LP set complements the recent Ace Records CD of the same title and adds a brace of additional, exceedingly rare Sly-related material. Along with the original singles by The Viscaynes, and Sly’s first solo releases as Danny (Sly) Stewart and Sylvester Stewart, there are also several unissued demo tracks produced by teen idol and Viscaynes mentor Gary Stites, plus the sought-after Jasper Woods 45, featuring an incognito Richard Berry with the Viscaynes on vocal support. Exclusive to this vinyl edition are a rare High School recording by an early incarnation of the Viscaynes, both sides of the 1961 Royal Aces single on which Sly plays guitar, and as a special bonus, the Stewart Four gospel release from 1956, featuring a teenaged Sly on lead vocals – his very first appearance on disc. The deluxe package comes with an authoritative and heavily illustrated booklet with much heretofore unpublished information and fresh interview material from the group and associates, as well as commentary from Sly himself. Yellow Moon: The Complete Recordings 1961-1962 is the last word on Sly Stone’s very first phase, and this vinyl edition is a must for any fan of his work.

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What We Need / The Wok

7" | 2022 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

21,84 €* 22,99 € -5%

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Cordial)

Release: 2022 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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“A New Dimension In Cultural Awareness” were the words of Tribe Records’ co-founder and trombonist Phil Ranelin as the label emerged in a vibrant Detroit in 1972. Together with other co-founder and saxophonist Wendell Harrison, the duo delivered the first of what would become a treasure trove of spiritual jazz releases with 1973’s Message From the Tribe.

P-vine has lifted its first track, the bold and socially conscious “What We Need”, for an a-side that highlights the power of Tribe Records as a vehicle for social change as much as it was a label with a driving musical pulse. “We need knowledge and education. We need books with black history” begins a compassionate chorus of needs to right the wrongs of enduring displacement and loss experienced by black Americans. The b-side “The Wok” is taken from Harrison’s 1981 album Organic Dream.

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Ruby & The Mudflaps

Breezy

24,99 €*

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Daydream Libary Series)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Breezy' by Ruby & the Mudflaps features a collection of studio cuts alongside a number of live recordings from the 1970s. These songs are exclusive to Cordial Recordings and have previously never been available on vinyl apart from 'Is That Enough?' which we released in 2018 on 7" single.

The live recordings capture the magical Haight-Ashbury west coast vibes with a crossover of soul and hippy chic. The original full length studio demo version of 'Breezy' starts the proceedings off on Side A and is followed by the uptempo swing of 'Without You.' The steppers of dream of 'Is That Enough?' slows the pace down before the tempo is raised again with the prophetic 'Only Love Spoken Here.' The album closes off with the first live version of 'Mountain Man.'

The B side kicks off with 'Love Song' that conjures up visions of lying on China Beach in the late 1960s without a care in the world. We are then treated to a fine rendition of Tower of Power's 'Don't Change Horses (In The Middle Of The Stream).' The final studio recording in 'You Want Me' comes next before segueing into the jazzy work out of 'Time.' This album version of 'Country Girl' is a different take of the song that we had previously released as a B Side. We close the album off with the second live recording of 'Mountain Man.'

We believe that these songs deserved a wider audience or they risked the danger of being lost forever in time. We take changes here at Cordial Recordings from time to time and hope that you like this collection of golden nuggets.

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Xopher Davidson

Lux Perpetua

20,14 €* 30,99 € -35%

CD | 2021 | US | Original (Record Kicks)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Electronic Musician Xopher Davidson Will Release 'Lux Perpetua' This Year Via Daydream Library Series. A Noted Protége Of Maryanne Amacher, Xopher Recorded These Two Tracks In 2020 Utilizing Vintage Synths Within The Beloved Music Studios Of Mills College In Oakland, California. Xopher Builds His Experiments In Electronic Sound From A Basis In Painting, Photography, And Film, And Through An Interest In Electronic Circuits Going Back To Building Radios And Homemade Circuits As A Kid. He Has Built And Explored The Sound World Of A Homebrew Modular Synthesizer Comprised Of Surplus Laboratory Equipment: Various Oscillators, Pulse Generators, Filters And An 'Analog Computer. He Has Released 4 Albums As Antimatter : 'Transfixion', 'Antimatter Vs. Antimatter', 'Our Lady Of The Skies', And 'Reset'. As An Audio Engineer, Davidson Has Worked On Projects Composed / Performed By: The League Of Automatic Composers, John Cage, Marcel Duchamp, Subtropic, Diamanda Galas, Kid 606, DJ Rupture, Darwin's Bitch, Once 11, Mix Mastermike, Hans Grusel, Phoenecia, Jonah Sharp, We, Zbigniew Karkowski, And Iannis Xenakis.The Daydream Library Series Of Records And Tapes Is The Independent House Label Of Thurston Moore (Sonic Youth) And Eva Prinz's Publishing Imprint Ecstatic Peace Library.

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Grease Traps

Solid Ground

17,99 €*

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Izipho Soul)

Cornell Cc Carther

Don't You Love It / Real

15,99 €*

Another Side Clear Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Izipho Soul are thrilled to announce the first 7” single taken from Cornell CC Carter’s highly anticipated album, Next Life.

The man CC, along with his production team have devoted the past two years to write, produce and sing on no less than thirteen songs for your delectation. 70s / 80s soul and funk influences are inextricably intertwined throughout the album, and we have selected Don’t YOU Love IT and Real for the first vinyl offering. We hope you relish these song choices - mid tempo magic, backed with ballad beauty!

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Leo Nocentelli

LP | 2021 | US | Original (Light In The Attic)

33,59 €* 41,99 € -20%

LP | 1977 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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“Things happen for a reason, man.” - Leo Nocentelli

At just fourteen, Leo Nocentelli was backing up Otis Redding. Soon after, he was playing on hits for Lee Dorsey, The Supremes, and The Temptations. As an original member of The Meters, Leo wrote instant classics “Cissy Strut” and “Hey Pocky A–Way,” but his greatest moment on record may be totally unknown, until now…

Recorded at Cosimo Matassa’s Jazz City Studio in New Orleans in the early ‘70s and then lost to the ages, Another Side is one of Leo Nocentelli’s most personal and definitive moments ever cut to tape. A mixture of funky folk and rootsy, raw emotion (think Bill Withers and James Taylor meeting Allen Toussaint at Link Wray’s Three Track Shack), this previously unheard album shines like the sun on a spring day on the New Orleans fairgrounds. Backing Nocentelli is an all-star line-up of New Orleans royalty, including Allen Toussaint (piano), James Black (drums), and both George Porter Jr. (bass) and Zigaboo Modeliste (drums) of The Meters. Deeply introspective, the album features nine original songs by Nocentelli, plus a soulful rendition of Elton John’s “Your Song.” Half a century later, these recordings sound just as fresh and engaging as the day they were recorded.

What makes Another Side even more extraordinary, however, is the fact that the album—which could have easily become a classic in the ‘70s singer-songwriter canon—sat untouched for decades; miraculously surviving the devastating blow of Hurricane Katrina, only to be found 2,000 miles away at a Southern California swap meet in 2018 by record collector Mike Nishita. The album’s incredible journey is documented in the liner notes by Sam Sweet (New York Times, Los Angeles Times), who spoke with Nocentelli and Nishita about the recording process and re-discovery of the tapes. Sweet’s full notes appear in the release’s accompanying booklet, alongside handwritten lyrics by Leo Nocentelli. The first pressing of the vinyl edition will feature gold-foil treatment on cover and spine. Rounding out the package are original designs and layout by the multi GRAMMY®–winning designer Masaki Koike.

While Nocentelli was embedded in New Orleans’ R&B scene, he was also deeply inspired by the late 1960s and early 1970s rising singer-songwriters, and soon found himself exploring sounds that were miles away from his band’s hard-edged funk riffs. Whenever he had downtime from session work and shows, Nocentelli spent much of 1971 recording his newly-found, reflective, diaristic songs at Matassa’s Jazz City studio. Backed by longtime Meters bandmate George Porter Jr. on bass, Nocentelli crafted the lineups for his sessions to match the tone of the material. When he needed a pianist, he’d call Toussaint. For percussion on the slower songs, he used drummer Zigaboo Modeliste, but many of the tracks featured James Black—a frequent collaborator of Toussaint’s and a member of Ellis Marsalis’ jazz group, whom Nocentelli recalls as an “unbelievable” musician. The recording, which Nocentelli fondly refers to as his “country-and-western-album,” paints a picture of a young man yearning to find a sense of purpose. “I was going through some changes which were reflected in the songs that I wrote during that time,” he tells Sweet. Among them is the mid-tempo “Getting Nowhere,” in which he expresses a sense of frustration, as he watches others find success around him. Similarly, “Till I Get There” details a man who is struggling to persevere in his goals. In the soaring “Tell Me Why,” meanwhile, the singer contemplates the existence of God. Other songs center around fictional characters. “Pretty Mittie,” for instance, is sung from the perspective of a farmer who longs to give up his arduous life for the city. “You’ve Become a Habit” is about a man who falls for a sex worker named Fancy. “Riverfront” is based on stories that singer Aaron Neville shared, about his days working on the New Orleans waterfront. Nocentelli also chose to perform one cover: Elton John’s breakthrough hit, “Your Song.” The guitarist made the recently-released ballad his own—infusing it with a loping, head-nodding cadence, ever so tastefully “funkdafied” in true New Orleans fashion. By the time that the album was finished, The Meters were busier than ever. They had just signed a record deal with Warner Brothers and were now the official house band at Toussaint’s studio, Sea-Saint. There, they not only backed artists on Toussaint’s Sehorn label but had also become the go-to session musicians for every major artist that recorded in New Orleans. Rather than focus on a solo career, Nocentelli poured his energies into The Meters’ next album. Eventually, time moved on, as did Nocentelli, and he decided to store his unreleased solo album at Sea-Saint for safekeeping. In 2005, when Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, Sea-Saint was among its victims. While Toussaint (who passed away in 2015) had sold the hallowed studio in the mid-90s, hundreds of his archived recordings remained in the building. The new owner salvaged what he could from the flooded building, shipping everything to a storage facility in Southern California. Boxes of tapes sat there for more than a decade before moving to another unit, which foreclosed a year later. The contents were purchased in a blind auction and, days later, sold at a swap meet. The fact that record collector Mike Nishita just happened to be there was pure kismet. Nishita, a DJ and brother to “Money Mark” Nishita (of Beastie Boys fame), recognized the Sea-Saint label on the boxes and purchased all 673 master tapes at the swap meet. He inspected the contents with his friend Mario Caldato Jr., the longtime audio engineer for the Beastie Boys. In addition to masters from Irma Thomas, Dr. John, Lee Dorsey, and Toussaint, there was a quarter-inch reel with Nocentelli’s name on it. As Caldato and Nishita played it back, they knew they had something special. “There was nothing else like it,” writes Sweet. “An acoustic album by the greatest funk guitarist who ever lived. It was the tape Mike would play for people to show them how special the collection was. The best album in the vault was something nobody knew existed.” Eventually, Nishita and Nocentelli connected, “He was so grateful, so sincere,” recalls Nishita. “I just kept thinking about how this music needs to be heard... Especially when you look at all the things that had to fall into place for these tapes to survive and be discovered this way.” As Nocentelli simply puts it, “Things happen for a reason, man.” And now, Light in the Attic is thrilled to give this remarkable record the spotlight it so rightly deserves. 50 years later, all is not lost.

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Harari

Genesis

Twenty Four Hours A Day / Rejoice

Release: 1977 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Harari was formed in the late sixties and originally known as The Beaters, the South African group consisting of guitarists Selby Ntuli & Monty ‘Saitana’ Ndimande, bassist Alec Khaoli and drummer Sipho Mabuse decided to change their name to Harari during a tour through Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) in 1976. The name is taken from a township outside Salisbury (which is now the capital, Harare). With their afro-rock/funk/fusion style they achieved huge successes back home and in the neighbouring states, and they were the first local black pop/rock band to appear on South African TV.

The Beaters/Harari had been disciples of ‘Soweto Soul’ – an explosion of township bands drawing on American soul and inspired by the assertive image of Stax and Motown’s Black artists. They supported Percy Sledge on his 1970 South African tour (and later Timmy Thomas, Brook Benton and Wilson Pickett). But their watershed moment was a three-month tour of Zimbabwe (then Rhodesia) where they were inspired by the strengthening independence struggle and musicians such as Thomas Mapfumo who were turning to African influences. On their return, the neat Nehru jackets that had been the band’s earliest stage wear were replaced by dashikis and Afros. In the process, they created a sound that was labelled all too simply as ‘Afro-rock’ but was really a fusion of funk- and rock-inspired rhythms with African roots.

In 1976 Harari were also voted South Africa’s top instrumental group and were in high demand at concert venues across the country (they were the first Black band to headline their own show at Johannesburg’s Colosseum Theatre). Harari released several albums and their South African based label (Gallo), even got them a two-album deal with the US major label A&M. Their single, 'Party', entered the American Disco Hot 100 in 1982. After the untimely death of Selby Ntuli in 1978 they would go on to record more albums with a new line-up but it was never the same again. By 1984 the group disbanded, and Harari’s members launched successful solo careers.

Harari was a band that was deeply rooted in pan-African politics, the parallel cross-influences of the Black Panther Movement and Black Consciousness. African American soul music and Soweto Soul contributed to the way Harari became purveyors of all the styles we know today as Afro-soul, Afro-pop and Afro-jazz. The Beaters/Harari left behind a body of work that fused traditional African sounds with rock, funk, jazz, soul and psychedelia into a unique and coherent sound. It shows their ability to capture the many genres flying around South Africa during a time of intense political and cultural shifts.

The album we are presenting you today (Genesis from 1977) comes swinging right out the gate with a set of six monster anthems, explosive up-tempo jams, gorgeous vocal harmonies and chants, Afro-centric fusions of rock, funk and indigenous influences. The album is packed with mesmerizing drum-grooves, psychedelic improvisations and catchy Afrobeat rhythms. This is a quintessential Harari record that every serious collector or fan needs to have in his collection.

Originally released in 1977 on Gallo Records South Africa (and later repressed in 1982 on the same label), Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the first official reissue of this rare album (original copies tend to go for Large amounts on the secondary market…that is if you’re lucky enough to come across one). This is also the First time ‘Genesis’ is being released outside of the African continent. This unique record comes as a deluxe 180g vinyl edition (strictly limited to 500 copies) with obi strip and featuring the original artwork.

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Messengers Incorporated

7" | 1972 | EU | Reissue (P-Vine)

Got To Be Something Here / Dynamic Duo

Release: 1972 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Although the word "ultimate" is rarely attached to the Rare Groove world, there are certain records deserving of such titles and among them, Messenger's Incorporated's Soulful Proclamation is a legendary work of funk and soul. It was dug up in the boom of deep funk, and P-vine is delighted to be bringing of its most two popular tracks to 7" single. The highlight of the album "Twenty Four Hours a Day" is a funk jam whose contrasting melancholy in the vocals of Barbara Burton add an alluring quality to the single. On the B side, the high tension instrumental funk on"Rejoice" that concludes the album is a power to behold.

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The Lewis Connection

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (P-Vine)

Sagisu Shiro With Somethin'special

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Lewis Connection was a Soul / Funk band from Minneapolis who may have looked likeyour average local band save for one exception - the guest member addition of Prince. These tracks are lifted from the self-titled album and "Got To Be Something Here" with Prince on background vocals and guitar marks the first time he appeared on a release by another artist on a track he did not write. In addition, it's also considered an early record of what would become the signature Minneapolis funk sound. This fine historically rich tune will be available in 45 rpm format for the first time inthe history!

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Eyes

LP | 1979 | JP | Reissue (Tokuma)

60,99 €*

My Heart Is Broken / Hurt Took The High Road

Release: 1979 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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* The long-awaited LP analog reissue of the album 'eyes' * Includes Obi Strip

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The Four Dudes

7" | 2021 | EU | Reissue (Symphonical)

Ebony Rhythm Funk Campaign

Release: 2021 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Within any creative expression about love there's a shared experience, a sentiment hard to articulate but understood through emotion. One of the defining examples of a song that holds such sincerity is 'My Heart Is Broken' by 'The Four Dudes'.

Charles 'Pooky' Russell, the lead singer of 'The Four Dudes' shares his story of a broken heart; his ambition to pursue a life immersed in music is what led Charles to leave his hometown of San Antonio for Houston and in doing so, leaving his lady. Charles' music career began whilst studying at Sam Houston High during the mid-60s. During choir is where he met Reginald Whitaker & Lawrence Alexander, and the trio would go on to establish their first vocal harmony group, 'The Three Dudes'. The Dudes, inspired by groups such as The Cadillacs & The Platters, would gain a strong local following that led to their first single 'Sad Little Boy' & 'I'm Beggin' You' produced & released in 1967 on E.J. Henke's 'Satin' label.

By 1969, 'The Three Dudes' had become 'The Four Dudes' with the addition of Kenneth Ball. The Dudes had made the decision to pursue a full time career with their music and the opportunities available Houston propelled the move. Within the first year 'The Four Dudes' had found themselves a manager, James Davis, whom pieced the vocal group with Houston's own 'The Heavy Accents Band'. The group were gaining notoriety around town, performing several times a week, which led Davis to bring the outfit into the studio to release a single on his independent label, 'Sivad-J'. It was when Davis heard 'My Heart Is Broken' for the first time that they decided this would be the single, and within the same year would be recorded at SugarHill Studios & released as a 7" single.

The sincerity of the song is what serenaded Houston across the airwaves in 69', a staple for George 'Boogaloo' Frazier on his show for Kyok 1590 AM amongst many others. The single became a local hit however, due to the lack of distribution and small pressing, the single barely made it out the city limits. 'The Four Dudes' continued to perform in Houston for 3/4 more years before heading to Philadelphia and forming a group called 'Image'.

For the first time since its 1969 release, 'The Four Dudes' single is once again available through Symphonical Records as a limited 7" pressing. Licensed directly through the Davis family with the approval of Charles Russell.

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Unreleased Tracks

LP | 2021 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

31,99 €*

LP | 1978 | JP | Reissue (HMV Record Shop)

Release: 2021 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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"Ebony Rhythm Funk Campaign" is a sweet funk group from Minneapolis that was evolved from four musicians who were friends and all left high school together to play in a band back in early 1970's. In 1973, they released their first and most successful album for MCA under the production of Wayne Henderson who is well known as trombone player of Crusaders. After the release, the band returned to their hometown and started recording in Chitown records studios in 1974~75 but the master tape had not been published by some reasons and forgotten for decades. These unheard treasures recorded in the middle of their career will be finally unveiled for the first time. You'll find how these lost tracks are superb and not any less gripping than their 2nd album released after these recording. You can listen to the single from UK disco label Super Disco Edits which will be released as an advance single of this album. For fans of sweet soul / psych funk.

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Kingtones & Marie

Resurrect

39,99 €*

Glenn Fallows & Mark Treffel

Release: 1978 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Released in 1978 The Kingtones, the doo-wop group with the big hit “Good Night Baby”, tried their hand at city pop.
The album includes three songs by Tatsuro Yamashita: “Let’s Dance Baby”, “Touch Me Rightly” and “My Blue Train”.

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The Globeflower Masters Volume 1

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Mr Bongo)

I Flip My Life Every Time I Fly

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Globeflower Masters Vol. 1 takes its inspiration from classic soundtrack and cinematic composers such as Axelrod, Morricone, Gainsbourg, Jean-Claude Vannier and Piero Umiliani. Created during Summer 2020, this album is the product of a fruitful collaboration between Brighton-based musicians Glenn Fallows (The Impellers / Andres y Xavi) and Mark Treffel (Blue States / The Soul Steppers). These seasoned performing and recording artists have put their abundance of experience and skilful musicianship into effect with aplomb on this album. This is as accomplished a debut release as you will ever hear, and dare we say, a future classic in the making.

The Globeflower Masters project was borne from an idea Glenn had to create an album that leant on the influence of soundtrack and library composers - particularly of the late 60s and early 70s. This rich sonic palette had previously been innate in his writing and composition but, for this album, the direct inspiration was placed front and centre. After penning several sketches, Glenn contacted Mark to fulfil the vision he had for a complete sound. Mark had an arsenal of vintage synths, pianos and other fun toys which could supplement the drums, guitars and bass that Glenn had been working on. As the album progressed, the pair worked increasingly collaboratively, with each of them starting and sharing ideas to curate the final eight finished tracks.

The results are an album of lush, warm, timeless productions that are drenched in strings and classical instrumentation. Awash with atmospheric excursions, it is a listening experience that moves you through moods whilst transporting you to a world of deeply evocative settings and imagined scenarios. The Globeflower Masters Vol. 1 resonates equally as well on a dark melancholic Winter's day as it does sound-tracking a halcyon Summer day. Though influenced by 60s and 70s productions the record is not a simple pastiche, feeling both simultaneously brand new as well as authentically retro.

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The Pro-Teens

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Mr Bongo)

John Reed & The Automatics

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Within Melbourne's burgeoning cinematic-soul scene, which includes breakout acts Surprise Chef and Karate Boogaloo, mysteriously sit The Pro-Teens. Helmed by prolific drummer and percussionist Hudson Whitlock, who also plays in both aforementioned bands, this breakaway studio project involves an interchangeable collective of incognito, Melbourne-based, esteemed instrumentalists playing under outlandish pseudonyms such as "'Dead Honest’ Dean Amazing" and "Libby Clique-Baite". Symbolically led by keyboardist "Snooch Dodd", new album ‘I Flip My Life Every Time I Fly’ is the latest musical concoction from Whitlock's eccentric brain, marrying the soul/funk roots of sample culture with the principles of boom-bap hip hop.

Incorporating the colourful comic book stylings of MF Doom and Kool Keith, or the dark and exotic flavours of Gravediggaz and The Wu-Tang Clan, The Pro-Teens also take cues from their composing heroes Galt MacDermot, Richard Evans and Marc Moulin. The Pro-Teens bop, zip, whip and fling on this phantasmagorical journey - an unorthodox patchwork of cinematic soul, hip hop-guided funk breaks, vivid instrumental textures and film score-esque moods.

The Pro-Teens work on the same analogue recording model adopted by the tight-knit College Of Knowledge label, self-recorded and produced with the rag-tag crew of musicians putting tracks down live to tape in crammed attic studios and sharehouse recording spaces. The first limited pressing of 'I Flip My Life Every Time I Fly' was released on the 'College Of Knowledge' imprint in late 2020. It was one of the highlights of the year at Mr Bongo HQ who loved the concept and felt this tripped out masterpiece from Melbourne needed to be heard well beyond those lucky enough to have bagged those limited first copies.

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Warriors Last Epic Walk / Lunchtime

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Funk Night)

15,19 €* 18,99 € -20%

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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John Reed & The Automatics

The Weekender / Unshaved Patterns

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Funk Night)

18,99 €*

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 2021 | UK | Original (Forever Living Originals)

Sault

NINE

24,64 €* 28,99 € -15%

Midnight Star / Take A Chance

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sault returns with a new album featuring Michael Ofo and Little Simz. NINE will be limited to a short press run of 16,000 units, never to be re-issued again!

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Carman Bryant

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Super Disco Edits)

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Six Nine)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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York Pennsylvania born and raised, R&B vocalist Carman Bryant has performed throughout the U.S. and all over the world. There’s a saying in the Harrisburg/York Pa.area “If you want a seat, you better get there early” for a performance by Carman and her band. Carman's recording "Midnight Star” is an unreleased recording that was produced many years ago by Cecil DuValle of the Teddy Pendergrass band. The original studio masters were lost when Cecil moved to England because Teddy Pendergrass stopped performing. "Take a Chance" is a duet by Doug Payne and Carman from the same recording sessions at Alpha International Studios that was located in South Philadelphia. This was during the time that Doug Payne was on the "We are Family" tour with Philly recording group "Sister Sledge''. Doug Payne is a graduate of Howard University Washington D.C., and Fiorello LaGuardia High School of Music & Art in New York City, this is the same school that was used for the movie and television series "fame" starring Debbie Allen and Irene Cara. Doug had two songs signed with Tsop Gamble & Huff's publishing that were selected to be recorded by Phyliss Hyman before her death. In 1981 Doug Payne started his own label in Philadelphia with the release of "holiday" by Doug Payne & Polygon. Carman and her son Terrell Bryant aka Nakuu both have been busy lately recording new music to hit the scene around the same time.Terrell Bryant is the son of Jason Bryant who started The SOS Band. Doug's wife June Payne is a former member of Philadelphia recording group The "Three Degrees".

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Petawane

Lovers Dream Feat. Alura

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Far Out)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The independent label Six Nine Records Ltd. UK, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, proudly presents Petawane (ft. Alura) and his first release on the label! Petawane was born and raised in Harlem, New York and started his singing/music career at the young age of six, when he both performed in church and for friends of the family. The great response and appreciation he got from his performances made him pursue the dream of becoming a full time performer and musician. He’s always been influenced by the old school greats, such as Sam Cooke, Willie Hutch and Curtis Mayfield to name a few. “Lovers Dream” is a stunning mid-tempo track featuring Alura, together they deliver amazing vocals and a tune which definitely makes the perfect soundtrack to hot summer nights in the company of friends and lovers! Definitely not to be missed as it is a limited UK press with small hole and full colour printed picture cover!

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Ricardo Bomba

Eu Sei / Flutando

Psa Colored Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Far Out Recordings proudly presents two previously unreleased tracks of glorious Brazilian sunshine music.

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Peyton

LP | 2021 | US | Original (Stones Throw)

28,99 €*

Crossroads Of Life / Gotta Get My Broom Out

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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In 2019, she released her debut Stones Throw EP Reach Out. Now, she is ready to

make her PSA to the world. Across the album’s 12 tracks, Peyton collaborated with several producers to bring her vision to life.

Peyton previously collaborated with Steve Lacy of The Internet for the single “Verbs”. Peyton’s track “Sweet Honey” was featured on Issa Rae’s hit HBO series Insecure.

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The O'Jays

7" | 2021 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

Release: 2021 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Maggtapp / Joe Mcglone & The Hot Pepper Band

Because You're You / The Love I Lost Blue Vinyl Edition

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Preservation Project)

32,99 €*

Maggtapp / Joe Mcglone & The Hot Pepper Band

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We are back with two Soul sides for you for our 11th regular release. Both are a perfect fit for the Soul scene. Side A features Maggtapp's previously unreleased "Because You're You." This is a strong female vox lead sublime Modern Soul groover. It features a steady beat and a spacious arrangement - just drums, bass, electric piano, and organ - that lets the vocals float on top of it. It definitely could be a demo or a temporary mix down, as it could be a bit more fleshed out, but it is really quite good as is. Joe McGlone & The Hot Pepper Band tear up Side B with another previously unreleased gem. "Love I Lost" is an anthemic cover of the Kenny Gamble/Leon Huff tune. It starts with an almost church like organ lifting you into a track that kicks wide open into a 70s Northern Soul floor filler. This is a classic strong Soul lead vocal with a harmony call and response chorus. Just try to keep from tapping your feet and then jumping out on the dancefloor.

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Because You're You / The Love I Lost Black Vinyl Edition

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Preservation Project)

20,99 €*

Family (Birdland Love Theme)

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Hubert & Eloise Laws

7" | 2021 | JP | Original (HMV Record Shop)

34,99 €*

LP | 2021 | EU | Original

Release: 2021 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A single cut of a popular song by flutist Hubert Laws from the LP "Aurex Jazz Festival '81 -- Fusion Super Jam", only reissued on this 7-inch Japanese edition.

Side A "Family" is a rare track sung by the eldest daughter Eloise Laws, not the original version's younger sister Debra Laws.

On the B-side, a take different from the one recorded in the LP "Aurex Jazz Festival '81 --Live Special", and a cover of Stevie Wonder "All I Do" that can only be heard on this 7".

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Gary Corben

A New Kind Of Fool

25,99 €*

LP | 2021 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Gary took 25 years to make his debut Gods in Brasil but less than 1 year to make his follow up. Songs from the vaults newly recorded with the same great band featuring touches of Steely Dan, Marcos Valle & Leon Ware, Brazilian Boogie, 70s Samba Soul and even a hint of Scott Walker. “A joyous revival of 1970’s musical moods, under smart contemporary arrangements and sweet interpretations.” Arnoldo Medeiros

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The Spandettes

Sequin Sunrise

23,99 €* 31,99 € -25%

Lucky Radio / Bitter With The Sweet

Release: 2021 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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An Canadian group formed by 3 outstanding female vocalists "the SPANDETTES".their masterpiece second album which was released in 2015 and also includes a cover of the popular Hawaiian AOR Lemuria, is released as the LP with OBI-strip! A casual sense of disco boogie and acid jazz, a sweet and tropical atmosphere that is perfect for summer.

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Samuel Purdey

7" | 2021 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Time Is The Enemy)

Release: 2021 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie

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Despite being a work of 1999, the monumental of modern AOR that continues to shine overwhelmingly now!A duo unit by Jamiroquai's early tour members Gavin Dodds and Barney Hurley, the only work "Musically Adrift" created by mobilizing the original Steely Dan network such as producer Elliot Scheiner and guitarist Elliott Randall. The debut single "Lucky Radio", which was released as a 12-inch single, has been made into 7-inch for the first time! The othersideincludes a cover of Carole King's mellow groove "Bitter With The Sweet".

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Ze In The Clouds

Magical

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Dualismo Sound)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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Magical is a fusion of a dozen genres, where every song opens up like a Russian doll, splitting into real songs within the song. Hundreds of details are part of the different sonic worlds in which each song progresses. Magical is no doubt hard to decipher for very good musicians, but it’s easy to dance to for very normal people. Since the orchestral introduction of the first song your senses will be automatically taken on a journey between irony and sadness, emotional intensity and vibing, extreme nerding and introspection. Magical is a dream that, through sound illusion, makes you meditate on the meaning of life, death and love, three fundamental topics in the album lyrics. The album is a leap into a future where no tradition is missing. Just a perfect way to discover the surprising world of Ze in the Clouds.

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Kaymany & Asestar

Patrick Paige II (The Internet)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The city of Rome once again confirms the excessive abundance of records produced for the music industry, television and, even, shopping malls. The mistery that surrounds the musicians involved in these sessions makes the journey even more interesting and tense. “Was really that drummer involved in that record?” - “I don’t know” or, of course, “I don’t remember…”. Certainly, a new distinctive brick has now been added to the Italian Jazz-Fusion heritage.

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If I Fail Are We Still Cool? Coke Bottle Clear Vinyl Edition

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Fat Possum)

20,15 €* 20,99 € -4%

7" | 2021 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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Limited to 500 copies worldwide.

The solo project of Patrick Paige II, the bass player in the Grammy nominated band The Internet presents If I Fail Are We Still Cool? via Forward and Up Entertainment and Fat Possum.

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Ultimate Ovation

Starlight / They Ask Me

8,79 €* 10,99 € -20%

Won't Stop Loving You / Best Shot

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 500 copies.

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Nekita Waller

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Six Nine)

A Million Things / No Way To Stop It

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The independent label Six Nine Records Ltd. UK, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, proudly presents Nekita Waller and her first release on the label! There was never a question that music would be a part of Nekita Waller's life. From her stage debut as a child at the famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, to singing the American national anthem to thousands of spectators at professional sporting events as an adult, music defines Nekita's life. Nekita's diverse musical journey has taken her through chorus groups, musical theater, Hartt School of Music, Gospel in church, and mentoring and performing with many independent artists.“Won’t Stop Loving You” is a beautiful mid-tempo track and “Best Shot” a brilliant mover, both with lyrics which matter, both blessed with the divine voice of Nekita Waller and both on vinyl for the first time!

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Jimmy Gresham

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (Soul 4 Real)

15,99 €*

Warte Mein Land, Warte HHV Exclusive Beige Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Soul4Real bring you the last 45 in their trio of previously unreleased Jimmy Gresham Playground Studios recordings from the mid-70’s; a perfect tribute to a great but under-recognized talent.

“A Million Things” has been a huge collaborative effort, meticulously pieced together in 2020 from an unfinished vocal track. Jimmy’s trademark rich, velvet voice, imbued with soul and inflected with a large pinch of southern grit, has been complemented perfectly by the addition of multitalented Marc Franklin’s evocative vibes, horn and string arrangements. Clayton Lancaster laid down the gorgeous, choppy guitar licks which drive the whole mid-tempo groove, and the absolute pinnacle is formed by the glorious, soaring backing vocals of Jimmy’s sister, Mary.

A recording that sounds as though everybody had been in that same Florida studio in the mid-70’s, bouncing off each other’s talent, on a day when they could feel the electricity in the air and they knew something special had been created.

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Ozan Ata Canani

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Fun In The Church)

22,79 €* 23,99 € -5%

Novaphonia Clear Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie, Pop

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Limited to 300 units. Only at HHV.

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Antonio L. Newton

LP | 1987 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

32,99 €*

Novaphonia Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 1987 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 200 copies.
Antonio L. Newton AKA Tony Newton (born 1948) is a multi-instrumentalist from Detroit, MI who began his professional career at the age of thirteen, playing bass guitar with blues legends like John Lee Hooker and T-Bone Walker. Discovered by Motown executive Hank Cosby while playing the Detroit blues circuit at the age of 18, he became the touring bassist with Smokey Robinson and the Miracles on the famed 1965 European ‘Motown Review’ tour. Within two years, Newton became the Miracles’ musical director.

Tony Newton also toured and recorded with other Motown artists such as The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5…and countless others. Earning the nickname “the Baby Funk Brother” he left his trademark of solid, hard-driving and deftly clever grooves on such timeless hits as “Where Did Our Love Go,” “Baby Love,” “Stop In The Name Of Love,” “Nowhere to Run,” “ABC,” “Never Can Say Goodbye,” “Don’t Leave Me This Way,” and many others. Next to his impressive body of work for Motown, Newton can be heard on several hit singles from labels like Invictus-Hotwax and Stax. Later, Newton gained recognition as a member of both the acclaimed jazz-rock fusion group: The New Tony Williams Lifetime (headed by Miles Davis’ drummer Tony Williams) and the British hard rock group: G-Force (with veteran guitarist Gary Moore).

Tony Newton also recorded several solo albums during his impressive career, including the two total classics: ‘Mysticism & Romance’ (1978) and ‘Novaphonia’ (1987).

On the album, we are presenting you today (Novaphonia from 1987) the listener is treated to something Unique (and this is not an overstatement). Newton really puts the ‘multi’ into multi-instrumentalist, playing the synthesizers, the electric bass and the drum machine. Experimental is the keyword here, sounds vary from psych/trance (almost like a soundtrack from a space movie), to funk, fusion, rock, R&B, soul and jazz. Novaphonia has both elements of Tony Newton’s impressive musical past and his vision for the future.

Spacious synths, unusual instruments and an all-around cosmic approach make this an ‘out of this world’ and Very intriguing album. Resonant, sonically rich, sonorous, colorful, mind-expanding sounds are what one should expect from the 20th century Novaphonic sound developed to its greatest extent. These harmonies are innately pleasing to the human ear, mind and nervous system.

Explore new musical frontiers intended to catapult the listener towards new dimensions…this is an album that just begs for a special place in your record collection!

Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the first-ever vinyl reissue of ‘Novaphonia’ since its release in 1987. This rare & private pressed album (original copies tend to go for large amounts on the secondary market) is now finally back available as a limited 180g vinyl edition (500 copies) complete with the original artwork.

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Antonio L. Newton

LP | 1987 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

So Wrong HHV Exclusive Gold Vinyl Edition

Release: 1987 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Antonio L. Newton AKA Tony Newton (born 1948) is a multi-instrumentalist from Detroit, MI who began his professional career at the age of thirteen, playing bass guitar with blues legends like John Lee Hooker and T-Bone Walker. Discovered by Motown executive Hank Cosby while playing the Detroit blues circuit at the age of 18, he became the touring bassist with Smokey Robinson and the Miracles on the famed 1965 European ‘Motown Review’ tour. Within two years, Newton became the Miracles’ musical director.

Tony Newton also toured and recorded with other Motown artists such as The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5…and countless others. Earning the nickname “the Baby Funk Brother” he left his trademark of solid, hard-driving and deftly clever grooves on such timeless hits as “Where Did Our Love Go,” “Baby Love,” “Stop In The Name Of Love,” “Nowhere to Run,” “ABC,” “Never Can Say Goodbye,” “Don’t Leave Me This Way,” and many others. Next to his impressive body of work for Motown, Newton can be heard on several hit singles from labels like Invictus-Hotwax and Stax. Later, Newton gained recognition as a member of both the acclaimed jazz-rock fusion group: The New Tony Williams Lifetime (headed by Miles Davis’ drummer Tony Williams) and the British hard rock group: G-Force (with veteran guitarist Gary Moore).

Tony Newton also recorded several solo albums during his impressive career, including the two total classics: ‘Mysticism & Romance’ (1978) and ‘Novaphonia’ (1987).

On the album, we are presenting you today (Novaphonia from 1987) the listener is treated to something Unique (and this is not an overstatement). Newton really puts the ‘multi’ into multi-instrumentalist, playing the synthesizers, the electric bass and the drum machine. Experimental is the keyword here, sounds vary from psych/trance (almost like a soundtrack from a space movie), to funk, fusion, rock, R&B, soul and jazz. Novaphonia has both elements of Tony Newton’s impressive musical past and his vision for the future.

Spacious synths, unusual instruments and an all-around cosmic approach make this an ‘out of this world’ and Very intriguing album. Resonant, sonically rich, sonorous, colorful, mind-expanding sounds are what one should expect from the 20th century Novaphonic sound developed to its greatest extent. These harmonies are innately pleasing to the human ear, mind and nervous system.

Explore new musical frontiers intended to catapult the listener towards new dimensions…this is an album that just begs for a special place in your record collection!

Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the first-ever vinyl reissue of ‘Novaphonia’ since its release in 1987. This rare & private pressed album (original copies tend to go for large amounts on the secondary market) is now finally back available as a limited 180g vinyl edition (500 copies) complete with the original artwork.

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Magic Island

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Mansions & Millions)

24,69 €* 25,99 € -5%

Time & Space (Wake Up The Soul) Feat. Marie Meney

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Pop

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Available exclusively at HHV: The album in gold! Limited to 100 pieces.

Second album by Magic Island from Berlin-Neukölln. Co-produced by hiphop producer Phong. A fragmented, multimedia album about your neighborhood

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Two Jazz Project

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Six Nine)

Al 'Man' Muntzie And The Embraceables

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The independent label Six Nine Records Ltd. UK, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, proudly presents Two Jazz Project featuring Marie Meney and the track "Time & Space (Wake Up The Soul)”. This is Two Jazz Project’s third release on the label and it definitely gets better and better with each one; this is a fantastic future modern soul anthem, with an atmospheric soundscape that just gives you an instant urge to throw your hands in the air. Marie Meney delivers the most amazing vocals, which complete the song and really fits perfectly with this sound. And as if this wasn't enough, the utterly brilliant Yuki "T-Groove" Takahashi spoils us with an extraordinary remix of his on the flip side!

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Die Happy / Die Happy (Instrumental) Black Vinyl Edition

7" | 1976 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

15,99 €*

Vintage League Music Family Album Volume 1

Release: 1976 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Official Mr Bongo Soul Reissue We stumbled onto Al Muntzie's under the radar soul beauty 'Die Happy' after conducting an interview with Joe Quarterman for a feature on our website. It got us salivating about the prospect of further productions, which Joe had recorded, but had perhaps been overlooked. 'Die Happy' was originally released in 1976 and was the only release on S.B. Moon Records. The record has a crossover vibe as it sits beautifully between modern soul, funk, and proto-disco. Initial research didn't shed much light onto the background of the song. The trail was sparse, other than the record appearing on the sales list of rare-soul collectors and record dealers. So we decided to go back to the source and find out about the record directly from Joe himself. "I met Al Muntzie through my bass guitar player, Elliot Adams. Elliot informed me that Al was looking for a song that was funky and suitable for a group. At that time, 1976 - 79, I had written the words and melody to 'Die Happy" and Elliot cranked out a mean bass part that gave the song life. He should be credited as co-writer for his outstanding bass part. At this time my band, FreeSoul, had dis-banded and worked as sideman musicians. Elliot and I made a demo of the song on a cassette and we let Al Muntzie hear it: he liked it. We set a recording date at the Omega Recording Studio in northern Virginia. We used a combination of two bands; FreeSoul and Experience Unlimited (eu). Al sang lead vocal and me and the Embracebles did the background vocals. Al was very cooperative and did not say much during the session. He followed my direction and got the job done. The session took all day into the late evening hours where we mixed and mastered the tune to perfection. We had a good time creating this work of art." We are forever thankful to Joe for giving us the opportunity to present this fantastic production by Al, Elliot, and Joe, and to give it the new lease of life, which it rightfully deserves.

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Vintage League Music

LP | 2021 | US | Original (Vintage League Music)

17,24 €* 22,99 € -25%

It's Over / Love Signs Red Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This star studded soul funk album from the Vintage League Music label, featuring all new music from various VLM artists. The Vintage League Music Family Album Vol 1‘ features band new music from an all star line-up of VLM artists and collaborator. The line features artists such as Alan Evans, Matt Schofield, John Medeski, Neal Evans, Crowd Company, Alan Evans Trio, BT ALC Band, Jesse Dee, On The Spot Trio.

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Nanette Natal

7" | 2021 | UK | Original (Dynamite Cuts)

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Timmion / Stylart)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Dynamite cuts 45s series is proud to release two Jazz gems by the wonderful Nanette Natal – she ain’t shy! What a voice!

“It’s Over” b/w “Love Signs both taken from the mega rare private press and incredibly hard to find LP “My song of something”. Both were part of the original Jazz dance vibe in the 90s.

This release will be in two parts; black vinyl x400 and a limited x100 numbered Red vinyl

A – “It’s Over’” starting off mellow, with her sillky smooth voice which segways into a beautiful up-tempo vocal jazz groove, with driving bass and drums. Nanette’s vocals are so pure and fresh; easily unleashing superb vocal power. If you like vocal Jazz this is a must-have; first time on 7” for the collection.

B – “Love signs” – Is another vocal Jazz dance classic. You can’t not tap those feet…Both massive 90s Jazz club tracks. which show the smooth, dynamic vocal power that Nanette has.

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Fred

Love Can Last Forever

10,99 €*

Life & Times Bone Colored Vinyl Edition

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A certain level of soulful expression can be reached only when stars align correctly up there as well as down here. Once in a while a new track comes along that fools you into thinking you are listening to some lost re-discovery from the catacombs of American soul.

The first release on Timmion Records' new Stylart imprint should leave a lasting mark on all friends of quality soul balladry. "Love Can Last Forever" by the enigmatic Fred is the tune that will turn your heart to the love side whether you hear it at the end of a heavy club night, gripping on the wood grain wheel, or leaning on the bars of the penitentiary.

Who is Fred then, you might ask. Suffice to say he is a complicated man, who possesses a buttery falsetto and the rare power to turn banal testimonies of heartache and love into cathartic magic. This basically means he has soul, and we don't state this lightly here at Timmion. After his first release, there are a few other heaters lined up, so be prepared for Fred, his star is rising.

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Bubbha Thomas

LP | 1985 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

17,54 €* 26,99 € -35%

Life & Times Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 1985 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LImited to 100 copies on bone colored vinyl. Only at HHV.

Houston’s reputation for developing first-class jazz acts is well-established, as a stream of young players has been distinguishing themselves for decades…among those musicians and mentors who stood tallest, Bubbha Thomas was no exception (and a major key-player) in this long tradition of talent.

Before becoming an artist and educator, Bubbha Thomas (born 1937) was a Fourth Ward kid who grew up in a music-filled household. In High School, he divided his time between music & basketball (he excelled at both) and studied with jazz legend Conrad “Prof” Johnson. “Prof” would later bring jazz glory to Texas with the Kashmere Stage Band, the group of teenagers who would win the “Best High School Stage Band In The Nation” prize in Mobile, Alabama in 1972 and who were anthologized in 2006 on Now-Again’s ‘Thunder Soul’ (which led to the 2010 Jamie Foxx documentary of the same name).

After finishing college, Bubbha got drafted in the service (he was a Korean War veteran) and would return to Houston in the early 1960s where he found work as a session drummer for the Duke and Peacock labels. Thomas drummed on recordings by O.V. Wright, Buddy Ace and the Mighty Clouds of Joy. He was playing his own stuff and backing luminaries such as R&B singer Chuck Jackson and homegrown legends like Lightnin’ Hopkins. Bubbha Thomas also teamed up with some of his equally legendary peers (like guitarist Melvin Sparks & organist Leon Spencer) and eventually established his own group, the Jazz Merchants.

Bubbha learned every style that was thrown at him and he played straight-ahead jazz with renowned artists before the political and social upheaval of the late 1960s led him to a path first charted by Coltrane and Sun Ra…the result of these newfound influences was the incredible spiritual jazz ensemble ‘The Lightmen’, who released four incredible recordings in the 1970s. Their first album ‘Free As You wanna be’ predates the deep-set, maverick jazz issued by the likes of Tribe and Strata East and is a harbinger of some of the best in the 1970s jazz underground. The Lightmen albums eventually fell out of print until 2017 when the Now-Again record label brought them back into circulation and generated new interest in Bubbha Thomas’ work.

Thomas had a storied career as a drummer and bandleader, but perhaps his most enduring work is that as a founder of Houston’s Summer Jazz Workshop, a remarkable program that nurtured upcoming talent for generations…we can’t begin to count the number of young people who benefitted from the exposure to music-arts because of Bubbha Thomas and what he meant to the Houston music community. In his career he earned five Grammy nominations and authored a pair of books. Next to this he was also a writer/editor for several local newspapers, ran one of the first Houston African American Television shows and he hosted a radio program on KYOK. Impressive to say the least!

Bubbha Thomas passed away in March 2020 at the age of 82. It was obvious he was a principled, fiery & wise person…and any anger he felt at America’s (and the world’s) injustices he met with music, intellect, activism and unity!

Next to his work with ‘’The Lightmen’’, Bubbha also released the fantastic (solo) album ‘Life & Times’ in 1985. ‘Life & Times’ (which we are proudly presenting you today) is particularly interesting to boogie-enthusiasts because of its high doses of funky twerks, solid grooves, crazy synth work, soulful vocals and excellent drum-beats courtesy of Mr. Thomas himself. You’ll quickly find yourself shaking hips the moment the needle hits the first track! The whole album is backed by a fantastic cast of all-star players and includes Howard Harris (Ruth Copeland), Dwight Sills (Bobby Lyle – TLC), Jerry McPherson (Donna Summer), Leo Polk (Kashmere Stage Band), John Gordon (Strata-East) and Jackie Simley (Queen Latifah – Lionel Richie). All of the above makes this LP an essential purchase for any self-respecting fan and collector.

Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the FIRST ever vinyl reissue of this fantastic album (originally released in 1985 on Lightin’ Records). This rare record (original copies tend to go for large amounts on the secondary market) is now finally back available as a limited 180g vinyl edition complete with the original artwork.

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Bubbha Thomas

LP | 1985 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

27,99 €*

Makoto Kubota And The Sunset Band

Release: 1985 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Black vinyl edition limited to 500 copies worldwide.

Houston’s reputation for developing first-class jazz acts is well-established, as a stream of young players has been distinguishing themselves for decades…among those musicians and mentors who stood tallest, Bubbha Thomas was no exception (and a major key-player) in this long tradition of talent.

Before becoming an artist and educator, Bubbha Thomas (born 1937) was a Fourth Ward kid who grew up in a music-filled household. In High School, he divided his time between music & basketball (he excelled at both) and studied with jazz legend Conrad “Prof” Johnson. “Prof” would later bring jazz glory to Texas with the Kashmere Stage Band, the group of teenagers who would win the “Best High School Stage Band In The Nation” prize in Mobile, Alabama in 1972 and who were anthologized in 2006 on Now-Again’s ‘Thunder Soul’ (which led to the 2010 Jamie Foxx documentary of the same name).

After finishing college, Bubbha got drafted in the service (he was a Korean War veteran) and would return to Houston in the early 1960s where he found work as a session drummer for the Duke and Peacock labels. Thomas drummed on recordings by O.V. Wright, Buddy Ace and the Mighty Clouds of Joy. He was playing his own stuff and backing luminaries such as R&B singer Chuck Jackson and homegrown legends like Lightnin’ Hopkins. Bubbha Thomas also teamed up with some of his equally legendary peers (like guitarist Melvin Sparks & organist Leon Spencer) and eventually established his own group, the Jazz Merchants.

Bubbha learned every style that was thrown at him and he played straight-ahead jazz with renowned artists before the political and social upheaval of the late 1960s led him to a path first charted by Coltrane and Sun Ra…the result of these newfound influences was the incredible spiritual jazz ensemble ‘The Lightmen’, who released four incredible recordings in the 1970s. Their first album ‘Free As You wanna be’ predates the deep-set, maverick jazz issued by the likes of Tribe and Strata East and is a harbinger of some of the best in the 1970s jazz underground. The Lightmen albums eventually fell out of print until 2017 when the Now-Again record label brought them back into circulation and generated new interest in Bubbha Thomas’ work.

Thomas had a storied career as a drummer and bandleader, but perhaps his most enduring work is that as a founder of Houston’s Summer Jazz Workshop, a remarkable program that nurtured upcoming talent for generations…we can’t begin to count the number of young people who benefitted from the exposure to music-arts because of Bubbha Thomas and what he meant to the Houston music community. In his career he earned five Grammy nominations and authored a pair of books. Next to this he was also a writer/editor for several local newspapers, ran one of the first Houston African American Television shows and he hosted a radio program on KYOK. Impressive to say the least!

Bubbha Thomas passed away in March 2020 at the age of 82. It was obvious he was a principled, fiery & wise person…and any anger he felt at America’s (and the world’s) injustices he met with music, intellect, activism and unity!

Next to his work with ‘’The Lightmen’’, Bubbha also released the fantastic (solo) album ‘Life & Times’ in 1985. ‘Life & Times’ (which we are proudly presenting you today) is particularly interesting to boogie-enthusiasts because of its high doses of funky twerks, solid grooves, crazy synth work, soulful vocals and excellent drum-beats courtesy of Mr. Thomas himself. You’ll quickly find yourself shaking hips the moment the needle hits the first track! The whole album is backed by a fantastic cast of all-star players and includes Howard Harris (Ruth Copeland), Dwight Sills (Bobby Lyle – TLC), Jerry McPherson (Donna Summer), Leo Polk (Kashmere Stage Band), John Gordon (Strata-East) and Jackie Simley (Queen Latifah – Lionel Richie). All of the above makes this LP an essential purchase for any self-respecting fan and collector.

Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the FIRST ever vinyl reissue of this fantastic album (originally released in 1985 on Lightin’ Records). This rare record (original copies tend to go for large amounts on the secondary market) is now finally back available as a limited 180g vinyl edition (500 copies) complete with the original artwork.

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Stardust / Dixie Fever

7" | 1977 | JP | Reissue (Solid)

20,99 €*

7" | 2021 | EU | Original (P-Vine)

Release: 1977 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A 7-inch reissue of a song that revolutionized the history of Japanese rock and pop music from SHOW BOAT, a label that has become an unavoidable part of the city-pop and new music scene, has been reissued in its original form.

Hoshikuzu", which was covered by Ann Sully in 2010, is a Japanese pop classic with a laid-back arrangement of American roots music, southern swamp, and R&B rhythms. The B-side features “Dixie Fever”, a sinuous rendition of a New Orleans funk groove.

The original was released in 1977 and was co-produced by Haruomi Hosono. It is an important reissue in the path of the “Tropical Trilogy” that led to “Taian Yoko” (‘76) in the previous year and “Haraiso” (’78) in the following year.

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Burton Inc

Nation Song

24,99 €*

LP | 2020 | US | Original (Ropeadope)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Legendary Ohio rare groove group "Burton Inc,",this is the first single cut including 2 superb medium soul ballads from the high demanded original album "L.A. Will Make You Pay $$$"! "Nation Song" is really outstanding.

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Cole Degenova

Really Human

25,99 €*

Quintessence Brown Vinyl Edition

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Somewhere between a soul pop concert, South Side jazz club, slam poetry reading, and punk rock dive bar, lives the music of Cole DeGenova. Combining poignant lyricism with infectious grooves and prodigious musicianship, the music seeks to elevate the audience while transcending genre barriers. As a keyboardist, vocalist, and composer Cole DeGenova has spent most of his life crafting his soulfully eclectic artistic voice, beginning his career at age 16 as a jazz pianist around his native Chicago. As a bandleader, he formed Cole DeGenova & The Peoples Republic while at Berklee College of Music, where he released his first album Just People Again in 2009, followed by his second, Another Country, in 2012.

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JPQ

LP | 1983 | US | Reissue (Tidal Waves Music)

22,94 €* 26,99 € -15%

12" | 2020 | EU | Original (Emotional Rescue)

Release: 1983 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 100 copies. JPQ (Jimmy Person Quintet) was a short-lived soul & funk band from the Greensboro, North Carolina area who released just one album in 1983. Their only album (Quintessence) would become a much sought-after private pressed holy grail within the record collecting community.

Jimmy Person started performing as a singer/guitarist in the early 70’s in Greensboro…after appearing at several local events and multiple appearances on Wfmy-tv, he was approached to perform regularly at a restaurant (named Sammy’s) that featured live music. By the mid 70’s Jimmy began working with his sister (Rhoda Randolph) and his then wife (Marilyn Person) both featuring as background singers. Other skilled musicians began to sit in on Jimmy’s performances…starting with Charles Carlton (guitar), followed by Cirt Gill (bass guitar) and then finally by Larry Clay (drums). The group gained quick popularity and played to a regular packed house. After Talib Din (keyboards) joined…JPQ was now complete!

Offers for gigs started coming in fast and the group began giving regular performances at a larger restaurant named Huck’s. With a fast growing fanbase, the group started evolving beyond just being Person’s “backup band” to a serious outfit with strong lead-vocals by Jimmy, Larry, and Cirt. The group started traveling to perform at dances, wedding receptions, concerts, clubs, and outdoor jazz events. The group performed as an opening act for many national artists from the likes of Melba Moore, Archie Bell and The Spinners as their popularity increased. JPQ is still remembered today for their memorable live performances in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia!

JPQ’s first recording was, “Have A Little Faith in Me” released as a 45 single. The 7inch got radio airplay on stations in North Carolina and this then led to the production of the “Quintessence” album (released on Jam-A-Ditty Records in 1983). The name of the label was a reference to Cirt’s father who was a radio pioneer (and the first Black DJ at Wgbg Radio) from 1949 to 1960. He was known on the air as ‘Jam-A-Ditty’.

After JPQ disbanded in the mid 80’s, members went their own way… Cirt Gill started his work as a band director in the Guilford County School system where he directed marching bands & jazz bands at different schools and in numerous concerts/performances. He has been busy teaching academic music production, playing in regional bands (that were opening acts for major artists such as Earth, Wind & Fire, Millie Jackson, Bobby Womack, The Isley Brothers, etc.) and has performed on tours both at home as abroad (from Iceland to Japan). In 1985 Gill was cast as the ‘Juke Joint Musician’ by Quincy Jones to star in Steven Spielberg’s 1985 film ‘The Color Purple’ and got the chance to work with Whoopi Goldberg, Laurence Fishburne & Oprah Winfrey.

JPQ was a true example of a bright light burning out way too quickly, thankfully we are left with the unique (and very rare) document that is their “Quintessence” album. The entire album is filled with sexy (yet strong) vocals, groovy bass lines & even cosmic/bluesy guitar touches …one can clearly hear the influences of artists like George Benson, The Crusaders, as well as several Motown acts like Marvin Gaye softly slipping in. If you like your tracks either slow, sexy and groovy or prefer them fast paced and more experimental…look no further, “Quintessence” has it all. This is THE perfect combination of slick soul, timeless funk, smooth jazz and melancholic R&B.

Tidal Waves Music now proudly presents the first ever vinyl reissue of this fantastic private pressed North Carolina soul/funk album (originally released in 1983 on Jam-A-Ditty Records). This rare record (original copies tend to go for large amounts on the secondary market) is now finally back available as a limited vinyl edition complete with the original artwork and insert. Limited to 100 copies 180g Brown Vinyl (available exclusively from HHV Records).

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101 Band

Crazy Kind Of Feeling

Wheels Keep On Turning / Attitude

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Reggae & Dancehall

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Emotional Rescue presents the music of Haile Maskel in the first in a reissue series working with Patrick Billard aka DJ Duckcomb, sourcing and licensing from this digger's vaults and out to the wider world. Heralding from the furtive 60's Trenchtown, Jamaica, young Michael Ashley aka Haile Maskel grew up singing, learning guitar and bass. His first recording session was produced by friend Bob Marley, with Peter Tosh on keys, Robbie Shakespeare on bass and Carlton Barrett on drums. The list of sessions is long, working with Lee Perry, Light Of Saba, Dennis Brown and Sugar Minott. Touring took him overseas where he settled in Los Angeles in 1983, soon launching his Opulence Sound) label. Maskel's band, the 101's featured members of The Twinkle Brothers, including cousins Asher and Debo Brown on drum and bass, and augmented by local players. Mixing conscious messages in love songs, Maskel crafts a boogie discodub on which to exalt an uplifting summer jam. With the highly prized original the tapes unearthed unreleased dubs - "Take 1" providing a wonderful version. LA native Duckcomb found a trove of tapes of unheard material, still for discovery. For now, his longform Discomix, cutting and editing Maskel's vocal along with the dubs, completes a first archival splendor.

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Desmond Foster

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Soul Tune)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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12" | 2019 | US | Original (Underground)

T-Max The Novelist

Fix Your Face

21,99 €*

12" | 2016 | EU | Original (Funkotronic)

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Tmax TheNovelist's new single, "Fix Your Face" was recorded in Boston, MA. This limited edition 12" vinyl features a B side 1998 Tmax recording which was recently featured in an episode of SHOWTIME's Ray Donovan. Both songs were produced by Dow Brain.

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Katze Cookie

Wüstenbrand EP

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Buenritmo)

Koko-Jean & The Tonics

Love Child

21,99 €*

7" | 2024 | JP | Original (Amaryllis)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Koko-Jean & The Tonics' second album modernizes their classic approach by delving into the pure soul sound and the social and musical atmosphere of the 70s. There are essentially danceable songs, like 'The Spin', others that are more romantic and slow-burning, like 'Never Ever', and pieces that transport us to Brooklyn in the 60s and 70s, like the protesting 'Frank's Zone' or the nostalgic 'Love Child'.

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P.A Rhapsodies

Cross The Border

LP | 2024 | JP | Original (Urban Discos)

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Produced with a new drummer, P.A Rhapsodies' single “Cross the Border” is an original song that mixes R&B and blues. P.A Rhapsodies features singer Kayo Sakata, guitarist Ippei Shimizu of The Soulclap, bassist Tomohiko Heavylooper, and new drummer Akane Sasaki of Emiland.

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Wa Yo Set

Night Cruise

33,99 €*

LP | 2024 | JP | Original (Kissing Fish)

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Osaka's proud jazz-funk band “Wa Yo Set” releases its long-awaited third album. Simultaneous Lp/cd release! This is the birth of a masterpiece that embodies the urban folk music “adm (=Acoustic Dance Music)” that is synonymous with the group, a crossover of Jazz~hiphop~r&b in every direction.

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Sala

Every Hour

37,99 €*

LP | 2024 | JP | Original (Urban Discos)

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The long-awaited analog release of the first album by Sala, a singer who has garnered a great deal of attention for her R&B and hip-hop based style and her clear, lustrous and elongated voice! The album is a compilation of songs written since turning 20, and is said to be the culmination of Sala's potential as a singer who has broadened her range of expression even further. Including a new LP-only track “Bossa feat. Fleur, Goro Kumai (Mori Zentaro Remix)”!!

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Nautilus

Sunrise

30,99 €*

7" | 2024 | JP | Original (Blue-Very Label X Advan Music)

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Nautilus, a band that embodies the contemporary rare groove scene. Their 9th full album “Sunrise” will be released on LP and CD at the same time! The album contains 10 tracks, including original jazzy funk songs in full Nautilus mode and cover songs featuring Emi Tawata and Ray Yamada on vocals! Don't miss the covers of great masters such as Thelonious Monk and Yusef Lateef. This is a masterpiece that should be described as a sunrise just before their 10th album, which should be commemorated.

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Foreign Correspondent

Sonnets For A Serviette

20,99 €*

Release: 2024 / JP – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Foreign Correspondent is dropping their second single, "Sonnets for a Serviette", on December 7th, marking their first release in two years. Their debut single "The First One", released in December 2020 under the blue-very label, became a long-standing favorite among mellow indie-pop fans, particularly those fond of Prefab Sprout's sound.

This second single builds on that success with an even smoother, more refined sound, deepening the mellow atmosphere and exuding an urban sophistication reminiscent of their peers, like Mr. & Mrs. Muffins. "Tea With Sugar" features Noah Wilson from Muffins in the arrangement, adding a rich layer to the track. On B1 "Pacific Detailers", Japanese artist Yuko Iizumi from microstar lends her backing vocals, connecting the single to the legacy of city pop with its modern twist.

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Good Ol' Christmas 2024 Remaster

The Baseballs

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Warner Music International)

28,99 €*

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Juvenile Delinquents - The San Records Story

LP | 2024 | Original (Bear Family)

23,99 €*

Release: 2024 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Home Of The Blues: Don't Stop Lovin Me The Lost Me

LP | 2024 | Original (Wienerworld)

32,99 €*

Release: 2024 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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2LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Warner Music International)

Vinicio Capossela

Sciusten Feste N.1965

37,99 €*

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Hallucinating Love HHV Exclusive Colored Vinyl Edition

LP | 2025 | UK | Original (Ninja Tune)

27,99 €*

Release: 2025 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance, Pop

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Hallucinating Love Indies Only Colored Vinyl Edition

LP | 2025 | UK | Original (Ninja Tune)

26,99 €*

Release: 2025 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance, Pop

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Hallucinating Love Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 2025 | UK | Original (Ninja Tune)

26,99 €*

Release: 2025 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance, Pop

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CD | 2025 | UK | Original (Ninja Tune)

Hallucinating Love

16,99 €*

Release: 2025 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance, Pop

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LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Nopaper)

Skalpel

Recut

33,99 €*

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Music from Skalpel"s iconic debut for Ninja Tune, reinterpreted by top Polish producers! Poland"s ambassadors of jazz-inspired electronics invited outstanding local producers of downtempo, dance music, hip-hop, and jazz to remix this album. The result is "Recut," an extraordinary tale of the past and present of Polish electronic music.

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James Brown's Funky People Part 2

2LP | 1988 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

33,99 €*

Release: 1988 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 2024 | UK | Original (Soul Direction)

The Decisions

Color Me Blue

26,99 €*

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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15 stunning group soul tracks - including 3 previously unreleased tracks never before issued in any format.

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LP | 2024 | US (Tk Disco)

Tk Breaks 101

31,99 €*

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Galaxy Sound)

Release: 2024 / US

Genre: Organic Grooves

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1st in a series of compilations collecting the ultimate funk & soul tracks from the legendary TK Disco catalog that have been instrumental is shaping the sound of hip-hop. 10 tracks from the vaults highlighting grooves that have been sampled by Drake, DR. DRE, Kanye, Madlib. Pete Rock, and more.

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Mr. Theolonius

Clap Ya Hands / Web

11,99 €*

Galactic Cadillac Marbled Vinyl Edition

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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Give It Up Or Turnit a Loose (Edit) by James Brown b/w Web (Edit) by Hampton Hughes / Give It Up or Turnit a Loose (Bonus Breaks) by James Brown| Galaxy Sound Company — Gsc45-044, test pressing | The long-running @galaxy_sound_company imprint has been responsible for some superb re-edits over the years, most of which are pleasingly purist in tone — meaning they are pro rearrangements with no added effects but & needless new beats or cheap trickery like so many out there— making any of their releases cop-on-site. & as you can hear from the test pressing, the 44th in the stellar series delivers yet again.

Side A is a masterclass in breakbeat editing of a b-boy classic sample source. Yes, there are many killer JB edits out in the universe, but when you see that the legendary Black Cash & Theo AKA Thelonious Beats take a turn, you know you gotta cop this mutha on site. Here the edit master bravely returns to one of the main sources of the dawn of hip-hop — JB’s comp “In The Jungle Groove” which was released in 1986 to capitalize on it’s popularity in the genre at the time. The comp is named for a breakdown section that appears in “Give It Up Or Turnit a Loose” which is the workout we have here. JB quiets the band down to handclaps, footstomps & congas played by Johnny Griggs. After he raps a little, JB cues legendary drummer Clyde Stubblefield back in, followed by bassist Bootsy Collins & the rest of the band. JB wasn’t intentionally trying to create a perfect batch of hip-hop samples in the late 60s & early 70s, but he couldn’t have succeeded any better if he had been. This edit may enter well-worn territory but he uniquely delivers an edit that showcases why it inspired so many & still delivers the goods to help you get your party started off right & quickly.

Next up on the flipside we are treated to an edit of “Web” by Hampton Hughes, from his 1974 David Axelrod produced & arranged album “Northern Windows”. Heads will recall it as the core sample for “Off the Record” by Hieroglyphics, from the 1998 LP “3rd Eye Vision”. This jazz-funk burner features a stellar line-up: Piano/keyboards = Hawes Trumpet = Allen DeRienzo, Snooky Young Trombone = George Bohanon Sax/flute = Jackie Kelso, Jay Migliori, William Green Electric Bass = Carol Kaye Drums = Spider Webb

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Marco Mello

LP | 2024 | EU | Original

29,99 €*

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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LP | 2024 | UK | Original (Bastard Jazz)

Kool Customer

At Your Service

23,99 €*

The Unreleased Funk Instrumentals

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Kool Customer is a collaborative project from B. Bravo and Bay area singer Rojai that brings together the sounds of future funk, 80s boogie, and a little bit of strip club sleaze.

B.Bravo is a 2010 graduate of Red Bull Music Academy with releases on Brownswood, Frite Nite and Ernest Endeavors.

Support from the likes of Benji B (bbc Radio 1), Gilles Peterson, DaM Funk, Sweater Funk Collective .

B. Bravo's shared the stage with artists like Chromeo, Dam-Funk, Flying Lotus and serenaded crowds across the world with his bass heavy outer space boogie and dirty grinding synth grooves at festivals like Sxsw, Detroit Electronic Music Festival, and Sonar in Barcelona.

Rojai (pronounced "row-juh") is a San Francisco born singer emerging as a leading voice in the modern funk scene with a vocal range from a raspy, percussive island vibe, to silky r&b.

As a frontman for Kool Customer and Latin-funk outfit Bayonics, Rojai has proven himself adept at crooning on any groove in his soulful timbre.

Being legally blind hasn't slowed down Rojai's ability to write, record and perform. He has channeled his life experience into songwriting and singing, creating music with a spirit and soul that inspires.

Extensive sync history include Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens, Netflix's Fatherhood, as well as 3 unique songs featured on Tyler Perry's Sistas and more

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Dävid

7" | 2024 | UK | Original (Bowie)

LP | 2024 | Original (Morr Music)

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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Bowie is a new label that says it intends to "dig deep into the unreleased sides of pop superstars material from the past." The opening gambit is a strong one that should hook you in for more as it comes in the form of a 7" with two fine funk instrumentals, neither of which have been put out before. 'Golden Years' has lovely live drums and meandering guitar licks for some carefree listening, while 'Fame' has a deep cut groove that rises and falls in dramatic fashion with more neat and tidy riffs adding the detail next to the big licks.

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Tarwater

Nuts Of Ay

34,99 €*

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Chinese Man)

Release: 2024 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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"Nuts of Ay", the thirteenth album by the Berlin-based electronic pop duo Tarwater (Ronald Lippok and Bernd Jestram), is their first in a decade, since 2014"s "Adrift". Beautifully poised and smartly dressed, it"s an album that draws Tarwater"s various pasts into a high-definition present, while bringing the duo, yet again, into productive dialogue with all kinds of fellow travellers.

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Chinese Man

The Groove Sessions 5

34,99 €*

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Bobby Byrd

Never Get Enough

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Everybody Loves The Sunshine

Roy Ayers

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Cool Million

Stronger

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Cool Million

My Life

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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LP | 2024 | UK | Original (Morgan Blue Town)

Dave Peace Quartet

Good Morning Mr Blues

25,99 €*

Release: 2024 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Huddie Ledbetters Best His Guitar His Voice His

Leadbelly

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Blues Joint)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Death Letter Blues Limited Edition

Son House

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Blues Joint)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Wonderful World-The Hits! Limited Edition

John Coltrane Quartet

LP | 2024 | Original (Number One Essentials)

Release: 2024 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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HUMA feat. Brothermartino

Gentle Frames

10" | 2024 | EU | Original (Angis Music)

17,99 €*

CD | 2024 | US | Original (Nice Life)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited vinyl edition of 150 copies / Hand-stamped marbled 10″ / Single Sided

Italian duo HUMA returns to Angis Music with a brand new, ultra-limited single-sided 10″ featuring “Gentle Frames”, the ultimate dancefloor anthem. To record this special jam, they’ve joined forces with Brothermartino, old friend of the label and key figure in the Italian underground scene, who has enriched the magical atmosphere of the track with his flute, turning it into a potent blend of jazz, funk, and broken beat with a retro-futuristic flavor. Don’t miss it!

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Tinashe

Quantum Baby

18,99 €*

12" | 2024 | Original (Lumberjacks In Hell)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Quantum Baby is the second installment in Tinashe’s Bb/ang3l album trilogy. The first in the series, Bb/ang3l, was released Fall ‘23 and was followed by the Bb/ang3l tour and Tinashe’s first Tiny Desk performance. Tinashe began teasing the hit single “Nasty,” this past Spring, debuting the song at Coachella 2024. The song quickly went viral, to become the song of the summer. This led to everyone asking the most prevalent question of the summer: “Is somebody gonna match my freak?” “Quantum Baby is about getting to know me on a deeper level. It's about exploring who I am as a person and who I am as an artist. I’ve never been one to be put into a box, so the name Quantum Baby encompasses all the different parts that make up who I am as a creative,” says Tinashe, describing the album as “forward, hot and lot’s of bass!”

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Goshawk

Loyalty EP

16,99 €*

Take Me For A Little While / 83

Release: 2024 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Lumberjacks in Hell proudly presents its next 12" from the English producer Goshawk, marking his much-anticipated debut on the label. Goshawk brings a solid repertoire of productions characterised by a soulful disco vibe, already showcased in his collaborations with Erik Rico on Atjazz Record Company and Situatism, not to mention his stellar remix for Groovement Inc. - Love and Affection.

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Rudy De Anda

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Karma Chief)

Got That Will Feat. Gina Murrell & Ranking Joe

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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With a little bit of old and a little bit of new, Chicago's enigmatic RudyDe Anda is back with two tracks out on a super-limited 45. The A-side,'Take Me For A Little While' is a cover of the Royal Jester's version ofthe track, taken from the Numero Group catalog. It's an up-tempo,irresistible tune in both Spanish and English.The B-side, '83,' is a brand new Rudy original recorded in his currenthome of Chicago. It's a collaborative effort that came naturally frombuilding on grooves and jamming with his band. It's a taste of what's onthe horizon for Rudy, something fresh, moody, and intriguing. It's anode to 70s funk, with just the right amount of groove and low-fi charm.The two tracks compliment each other and make for a well rounded 45,while demonstrating the breadth of Rudy's sound.

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Night Owls

7" | 2024 | US | Original (F-Spot)

LP | 1982 | US | Reissue (Holy Grail)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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To round out the year, Los Angeles' own Night Owls are hitting the decks once again with their next re-imagined soul classic, this time digging deep in the crates and taking on Lee Moses’ 1970s Maple Records version of the Herman Hitson classic "Got That Will." Flipping this rare soul cut into an early Dancehall-inspired banger, producer & guitarist Dan Ubick brought in powerhouse singer Gina Murrell (Wailing Souls, U-Roy, The Ethiopians, Orgone) to match the new energy and direction brought by Night Owls' rhythm section of Ubick, Wilder, Colie, and Rivas. But like the old Ginsu knife adverts...that’s not all - this go ‘round Ubick also enlisted Kingston's own legendary deejay Ranking Joe (Greensleeves, Trojan, Joe Gibbs, etc.) to bless the track with his signature rhythmic, ad-lib stylings, giving this rendition an even sharper edge.

The flip side features a proper Version in “Got that Dub" mixed by Night Owls keyboard maestro and engineer Roger Rivas complete with dubbed-out Space Echoes, verb splashes, SynDrum hits and drum 'n' bass sections and a completely different vocal take from Ranking Joe showcasing even more of his signature, razor-sharp wordplay. “Got that Dub" gives this Night Owls re-imagined deep soul classic extended life and is primed for a late 70’s/early 80’s sound system set, blasting loud and turned to eleven so all you deejays and selectors make sure to grab doubles before they are gone!

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Joyful Noise Band

Let Jesus Be Seen

28,99 €*