Organic Grooves 2776 Items

Spencer Zahn / Jacob Bergson / Austin Tufts

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Unknown Soul legend Tony Ashley was murdered
right before his big break... his songs are all we have
left of him now. Kansas City based musicians Grand
Marquis picked two of their favorite tracks of his and
covered them in fine funky style. Limited to 300
copies, all proceeds from this release will go to the
Ashley family.

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The Harvest

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Pique-Nique)

Maxine Brown / Chuck Jackson

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Pique-nique Recordings is proud to present 'The Harvest', the debut recording from trio Spencer Zahn, Austin Tufts, and Jacob Bergson. Recorded over a weekend in Montreal, the three musicians approached the session without any preconceived ideas of what they wanted to create. The result is a fully-realized record from three skilled players responding to one another live in the studio, effortlessly gliding through ambient post-rock and jazz. Tufts’ driving rhythms, Bergson’s soaring synthesizers, and Zahn’s melodic bass on ‘Mile X’ provide a beautiful opener, whilst the grounded and utterly beautiful ‘The Harvest’ creates a moment of all-encompassing stillness. This release is part of an ongoing series that aims to capture the New York City jazz scene in its current, always evolving form. "In October 2018, Jacob Bergson and I travelled from NYC to one of my favorite cities in the world, Montreal. The idea was to spend a week with my long-time friend and favorite drummer, Austin Tufts, who had recently built a studio for his band, Braids, on the edge of Mile-Ex. At the beginning of each day, we would prompt each other with a short idea or phrase and build on it together until an arrangement began to emerge. As the three of us fell into roles that we each play naturally, the music started to take shape. Forms and energy-arch were outlined by Austin’s drumming, space and ambiance were created by Jacob’s piano and modular synthesizer, while I focused on harmony and bass motion." Spencer Zahn

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I Wonder What My Baby's Doing Tonight / Two Stupid Feet

7" | 2020 | UK | Reissue (Kent)

Release: 2020 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Melvin Hicks & The Versatiles / The Lyrics

I'm Just Passing Time

7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Deep Soul)

Antonio Adolfo / Erasmo Carlos

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The soul CD hit of 2019 so far has been the Lowrider compilation and on that, the previously unissued ‘I’m Just Passing Time’ by Melvin Hicks & the Versatiles has impressed everyone – including the Southern Soul Spinners of California who initiated the compilation. Its flip is another stunning ballad, ‘Now Girl’, taken from the Goldwax master tapes and sung by the Lyrics. Now it is available on vinyl, it is guaranteed to have a new lease of life.

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Gloria Glorinha / Coqueiro Verde

7" | 2016 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)

Release: 2016 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Joyce / Rosinha Da Valencia

Aldeia De Ogum / Summertime

7" | 2014 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

How Much Longer Must I Wait? Singles & Rarities 1965-1972 Red Transparent Split Vinyl Edition

Release: 2014 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Rio-born, Joyce Moreno, is one of the greatest Brazilian artists of all time. The voice, the playing, the writing, they all combine to make her a true allrounder. She possesses the ability to transport, captivate and transcend listeners. With a career that has spanned more than 30 albums and over 50 years, she continues to record and tour the world.

‘Aldeia de Ogum’ is one of her most well-known songs. With a joyfully jazzy arrangement, building Latin percussion, Brazilian flute and tropical atmosphere, this full-bodied samba smash became an anthem amongst London’s DJs and dancers in the Acid Jazz days. A favourite of Patrick Forge and Gilles Peterson, it was regularly spun at their legendary Dingwalls sessions.

Originally featured on her sought after Feminina LP from 1980, it also appears on our 'Essential' Joyce compilation from 1997. The original pressing of this Brazil 45 was the first time the track had been released on 7".

A fellow Rio native, Rosinha was a highly acclaimed composer, arranger and guitarist who played with legends including Baden Powell, Sérgio Mendes and Sivuca.

Here we present her stunning cover of the Gershwin classic, ‘Summertime’. Rosinha’s elegant, instrumental interpretation showcases her majestic guitar playing, and what a player she was! Backed with beautifully arranged, emotion-drenched strings, this track is guaranteed to stir your soul.

'Summertime' is taken from her 1975 RCA LP entitled Um Violão Em Primeiro Plano. The original pressing of this Brazil45 was the first time the track had been released on 7".

Remastered with refreshed artwork.

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Lee Moses

2LP | 2019 | US | Original (Future Days / Light In The Attic)

Joe Baer Magnant & The Ready

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The definitive collection of Lee Moses’ legendary non-album tracks available together for the first time
Contains three previously unreleased songs, plus the Southern soul classic "Bad Girl” (both versions)
Remastered audio
LP housed in a deluxe Kraft board jacket with insert
CD housed in a tube pocket digipak with booklet
Digital mockups are not an exact representation of the colors After reissuing his much sought-after Time and Place LP, many questions still remained (Lee was a mysterious man!) – but the one asked most was, “where’s “Bad Girl”?!” Not included on his lone LP, “Bad Girl” is an undisputed Southern soul classic – arguably the song Lee Moses’ legacy rests on. While we may never know all we wish we knew about the man behind the music, we can finally complete the picture of his work. You know – the tunes! And what tunes they are.

How Much Longer Must I Wait? Singles & Rarities 1965-1972 collects all of Lee Moses’ non-album singles and B-sides, plus three never-released tracks together for the first time ever. Most of the material here pre-dates 1971’s Time and Place, reflecting his initial bid for stardom via a series of now-legendary 45s recorded with Atlanta producer Johnny Brantley. As for the unreleased recordings – much like the man himself, little is known about them. What remains is an oeuvre that has become synonymous with raw and emotionally charged Southern soul. Essential listening for anyone with a heart.

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Honey Stung / Orozco's Guarantee

7" | 2019 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Tape | 2016 | US | Original (Innovative Leisure)

BBNG (BadBadNotGood)

The Mexican / Oh Really? Feat. Mr. Complex Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2016 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The boys are back with the new album IV, their most impressive and
highly anticipated project yet. IV continues their forward thinking
progression, sounding something like a jam session in space between
Can, John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock's Headhunters, Weather Report,
Arthur Russell & MF DOOM.

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Marc Hype & Jim Dunloop

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Soul Dynamite)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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Soul Dynamite is back to celebrate the 10th release with Berlin's finest duo Marc Hype & Jim Dunloop.

On side A you will find their seminal classic, a stunning cover version of Babe Ruth’s B-Boy essential „The Mexican“, which was dubbed by UK’s Jazzman Gerald as ”the“ version to have, soundtrack of international "Battle Of The Year" 2006, the year when it was originally released, now for the first time on a 45!

On side B you can enjoy "Oh Really?" which was available only on their debut album "Stamp Out Reality". Marc and Jim teamed up with NYC‘s own Mr. Complex over rare syncopated drum breaks, tweaking a late 90s feel.

Definitely a must have 45 banger!

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Bubaza

Ice Breaker

Fo Sho Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Bubaza Is A Side Project Featuring Members Of Jungle Fire And The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble. Covering Ground That Each Of Their Respective Bands Live In: Latin Jazz, Instrumental Soul, Funk, Etc., But While Also Extending This A Little More Into B-Boy And DJ Culture With Fiery Drum Breaks And Crafting Tunes Meant For The Funk Dance Floor.

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Delvon Lamar Organ Trio

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Remined)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The first new material from the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio in several years is coming in hot! They've been on the road for the last two years and just finished cutting their upcoming album for 2020 and plan on hitting the road again in a big way to support it. "Fo Sho" finds the trio right where they left off: super pocket funky organ jazz! Dig!

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Barbara Howard

I Don't Want Your Love

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Barbara Howard's On The Rise is more than just another rare soul LP. It's a love story. It's a dream. It was an attempt to break through. And although Barbara certainly never became a star, one song did become a staple in rare soul and funk DJ sets, keeping interest in Barbara Howard just under the surface. And as fate would have it in 2016, a sealed copy of the LP would find its way into Plaid Room Records in Loveland, OH and kick start the revival of her story and her music.

In 1968, as an outgrowth of a community movement and talent search program called "Operation Step-Up", Steven Reece wanted to take his community movement to the next level. This is when the idea of founding an 285 label came to mind. The idea was to self-produce quality records and through successful sales attempt to land major label distribution. Steve identified Barbara Howard as the talent and set to producing her record. The idea was to produce an LP with a variety of tracks that could be marketed to a variety of radio formats and markets (gospel, pop, soul, jazz, etc.).

And while the record fizzled shortly after its release, Steve and Barbara ended up getting married shortly afterwards making this possibly the most romantic production of a record is soul music history. "I Don't Want Your Love" is the only track they produced that was NOT featured on the LP, so we're proud to get this deep funk banger back into the world at large!

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Thee Sinseers

It Was Only A Dream

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Record Kicks)

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Straight from East L.A., Thee Sinseers embody the lowrider sweet soul vibe. Love songs, washed with reverb, slow tempos for rolling, and a vibe for days. This type of doo-wop soul has been embraced by the Chicano culture and with a growing scene, Thee Sinseers look to make their own mark. The A-side, a very doo-wop leaning tune is contrasted with the James Brown cover on the B, "I Don't Mind". Both sides just crush.

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Marta Ren

Worth It

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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First one by Portughese soul sister Marta Ren on limited edition 45 next June 07. It’s Marta’s new single from her forthcoming 2nd album expected for beginning of 2020 and it’s been produced by Emre Ramazanoglu (Noel Gallagher, Lily Allen, Richard Ashcroft, Spiritulised). Down here the details

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True Loves

Famous Last Words

Remastered 2019 Transparent Orange Edition

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Bringing together undeniable grooves and classic soul sounds, The True Loves are comprised of accomplished musicians who have touched the hearts and souls of music listeners and concert goers all over the Pacific Northwest. The focus of the ensemble is clear: create modern soul music that never loses sight of the originators yet remains steadfast in pursuit of that 'next fiery groove'. We are proud to present our first 45 with these talented folks! Featuring all three members of the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio!

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Vin Zee / Jimmy Ross

12" | 2019 | EU | Original (Full Time)

7" | 2016 | EU | Original (Jamwax)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 500 copies.

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Orchestral Overtures

Me Ting Is Mine

12" | 2016 | UK | Original (Real World)

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 500 copies.

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Toto La Momposina

The Garabato Sessions

Release: 2016 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2016 | US | Original (Colemine)

The Gripsweats

Ziggy's Walk / Alpha Dog

Release: 2016 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2014 | UK | Original (Outta Sight)

Cile Turner

Crap Shootin’ Sinner

Release: 2014 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2019 | US | Original (Daptone)

Scone Cash Players

Canned Champagne

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2016 | EU | Original (Omlott)

Karkhana

Nafas

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Legere)

James Sayer

Givin' It All For Free

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Shake Your Boogie/Jackson Tennessee

Model 'T' Slim

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Magnum)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I'm Leaving/Highway Blues

Little Daddy Walton

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Big Hit)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Origins Of The Gray Spaces

Healing Force Project

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (2 Headed Deer)

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

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We feel very lucky to have Antonio Marini on board for our first release , the Italian producer known as Healing Force Project has already a long history that has led him to publish his music on labels as Acido, Firecracker recs. Berceuse Heroique, Bedouin Records among others.
In this first release ,coming in a 7 " format ,HFP delivers two tracks in which the producer develops one of the most recognized musical aspects in his productions, creating sonic structures where the electronic sound converges with the experimentation closest to a free jazz style.

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Fred

Love Can Last Forever

Midnight Morning / Stepping Through Shadow

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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Menahan Street Band

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Daptone)

The 3rd First Day / Hikaye 2022 Prepress

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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"Who is t his!?" Whether it's a playlist in a cof fee shop in Brooklyn, a cafe in Par is, or a commercial break on NPR, the answer is likely Menahan Street Band. Their idiosyncratic brand of atmospheric instrumental music has lended its timeless cool to countless events, par ties, et al. Now they're back with yet another two sided head-turner. From the heavy drum fill at the top, to the swirling, psychedelic outro, “Midnight Morning” is a beat-forward track blending trippy synths with lush horns that sonically beckon you to get lost in its euphoric swing. “Steppin Through Shadow” paints a cinematic dreamscape that floats along a surreal plume of hypnotic drum machines, and soft, electric piano. The gentle melody and operatic vocal accompaniment disarm, leaving the listener awash in a sea of aural nirvana.

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Feed LA

12" | 2020 | EU | Reissue

Release: 2020 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Vicky Tafoya And The Big Beat

Forever / My Vow To You

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Penrose)

All I Want Is Your Love / Don't Hold Back Feat. Rodney Stith

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Penrose Records is proud to introduce the newest members of the family, the Inland Empire's own Vicky Tafoya and the Big Beat. Born in Santa Ana and currently residing in Colton, Vicky started singing a capella doo wop in the late 80s for the So. Cal. Doo Wop Society and went on to co-found the Big Beat in 2001. Their debut single on Penrose is a moody minor chord ballad featuring a reverb laden guitar solo and beautiful girl group harmonies behind Vicky's effortless yet haunting vocal about two people longing to be together… Forever.

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Alex Puddu

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Schema)

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Buenritmo)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The beginning of 2020 has seen the release of the new Alex Puddu fulllength record, “Discotheque”, a strong set of soulful and melodic tracks with a tight production that brings you back to the late ’70s and early ’80s jazz-funk and boogie music scene. Apart from the 10 tracks of the official album, some extra material had been produced, and “All I Want Is Your Love” is an unreleased track coming straight from those recording sessions. The song was originally written by Alex Puddu, with the collaboration of Rodney Stith, who wrote the lyrics and sang on it. Stith is a very talented American soul vocalist from Petersburg (Virginia, Usa), with a vocal style that reminds of Bobby Womack and The Temptations’ David Ruffin. “All I Want Is Your Love” is an up-tempo R&B ballad with a strong hook-line and catchy chorus, and we felt it was great enough to deserve a special 7-inch release. As a B-side, you’ll find the full version of “Don’t Hold Back”, a record launch single that’s become a hit especially among UK radio stations.

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Los Mambo Jambo

Cayo Diablo

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Peoples Potential Unlimited)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This limited edition 7" collects three unreleased tracks from the recording sessions from Los Mambo Jambo's third album, Jambology: ‘Cayo Diablo’, ‘El Último Shimmy’ i ‘Experiment In Honk’. It was published on June 20th to support the campaign 'Salvemos Las Tiendas De Discos' (Save The Record Stores) promoted by Record Store Day Spain.

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Central Ayr Productions

Dirt Music

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Beyond Space And Time)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Return of the dirt. Two versions from the earth, from the dirt, our music includes that "what's in this pipe mix", the original home recordings of Orlando Florida session players directed by Tony Cole for Central AYR. This is PPU's teaser for their 10 track album coming this summer.

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Sauce81

I Wanna Show You

Unqualified/ Horses Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Rainbow Disco Club (RDC)'s regular artist sauce81 provided us with two unreleased tracks. sauce81 mercifully said "I would like to help RDC which was cancelled due to COVID-19." Beyond Space And Time was launched end of last year with DJ Nobu's 2LP compilation as festival's another musical imprint. The 7 inch record, "I Wanna Show You EP" will be the next release from the label. "Love Is The Harmony ft. Ben Hadwen" is on the B side. The track was played at the end of his set at RDC streaming event "somewhere under the rainbow!", energetic house/disco track made us all dancing through the screen.

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Ikebe Shakedown

I Called You Back Baby Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Ten years ago, Ikebe Shakedown began pushing the boundaries of instrumental music. Each new track and live set has sent them deeper into combining the primal elements of '70s soul, raw psychedelic style, and cinematic Western soundtracks with powerful grooves and soaring melodies. Now, with their new release, the band is giving listeners more mystery and majesty than ever before. These tracks were recorded by Ikebe's bassist, Vince Chiarito, at Hive Mind Recording. Opened with Ikebe's saxophonist, Mike Buckley, and another collaborator in 2017, Hive Mind has become a home base for the band, leading to more experimentation with the textures and sounds of a genre they define as Instrumental Soul.

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Kelly Finnigan

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Record Kicks)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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On the heels of a successful European tour and new album from his band Monophonics, Kelly Finnigan is happy to present to you this twosided banger sure to satisfy the funk and soul needs of every DJ. The A-side, "I Called You Back Baby", an answer song to the deep Gloria Barnes soul cut is THE uptempo number from Kelly's album The Tales People Tell. Super funky drums from Monophonics' Austin Bohlman and percussion from Jungle Fire's Steve Haney make the breakbeat on this tune super tough. And after you're done sweating, you're gonna need time to cool off with the one you love. So flip the record over to burn one down with "Impressions Of You", a cut that's already been embraced by the lowrider sweet soul scene. This is a doublebarreled sure shot! FOR FANS OF: Durand Jones & The Indications, Lee Fields, Lee Moses.

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The Devonns

Tell Me / Instrumental

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Al Gardner / Jack Ashford

Sweet Baby / I'll Fly To Your Open Arms

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Kenr Soul)

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Peoples Potential Unlimited)

Ryu Tsuruoka

Omae / Wagamama

No Laggi' Nad Draggin' Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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2020 first release from PPU laid way back to japan. undeniable electric soul from image cluv pioneer ryu tsuruoka. your talkbox vacation summertime anytime all the time tune.

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Renaldo Domino

When You Died Feat. Sean Martin

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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In early 2018 they set out to record new tracks that would live up to Renaldo’s great early records. Assembling a crack team of Brooklyn’s best they pulled out all the stops, creating a mix between the lush arrangements of Chicago’s early soul style and the hard-hitting beat of current Brooklyn soul.

Produced by Jeremy Kay, arranged by JB Flatt (Eli "Paperboy" Reed, Durand Jones & The Indications), engineered by Vince Chiarito (Ikebe Shakedown, Charles Bradley), and backed by an all-star cast of some of the Brooklyn soul’s finest musicians this is without a doubt Renaldo’s strongest new work in many years.

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The Dining Rooms

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Schema)

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Cosmonauts)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Four years after their latest release – SCEB925LP/CD / “Do Hipsters Love Sun (Ra)?” – the most cinematic duo in town is coming back in Autumn 2019 with a new full-length record called “Art Is A Cat”, anticipated by the first single “When You Died”, released as a 7-inch with two versions of the same song.
Side A contains the album version of “When You Died” and features singer Sean Martin on vocals – yes, the same one that sang on the band’s super classic number “Tunnel” back in 2003! A funk song with a ’70s psychedelic taste, with an emphasized groove typical of some American rock bands such as Black Merda.
Side B includes a rework of the same composition made by Massimo Martellotta (Calibro 35), who transformed the original track into a compelling disco soul midtempo tune.
Are you ready to dance?

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Ancient Cosmonauts

More Mess On My Thing

(Love Is My) Secret Weapon

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Ancient Cosmonauts horn-heavy take on funk, soul and jazz fusion somehow manages to be both rooted in the past and pleasingly fresh. With their first release, the band digs into its leader's Michael "Treetop" Voss past with The Poets of Rhyhtm.
A-side "More Mess On My Thing" is the band's take on the 1993 Poets classic, driven forwards by laidback, loose-limbed drumming, rubbery bass guitar, layered hand percussion, a call-to-party female vocal and the twin attractions or rising horn lines and snaking sax solos. "Keepin' On" is based on a forever lost recording of that same 1993 session, with the band adding urgent lead vocal to the ear-catching horn lines of the original version, the song runs up to its climax in a screaming trumpet solo over the collective push of the full band.

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Darrow Fletcher

7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Kent)

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Delightful Sounds To Boogie 001

V.A.

12" | 2019 | EU | Original (Delightful Sounds To Boogie)

7" | 2019 | Original (Luv N' Haight)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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(Prins Thomas remix) Delightful Sounds to Boogie kicks of it's first release with this three track EP. Combining two different artists to bring you one record filled with joyful sounds and dancefloor ready rhythms.On the A side there is a diskomiks from the well known Norse producer Prins Thomas. Upcoming Amsterdam producer Perdu completes the B side with some quality dancefloor tracks.

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Darondo

Legs / Let My People Go

Release: 2019 / Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sir Frank Karikari & The Polyversal Souls

Siakwaa / Nana Agyei (Medley)

7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Philophon)

Midnight Movement / Stand Tall

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Frank Karikari is the son of legendary Highlife musician Ralph Karikari who played bass on countless classic albums such as "Sikyi Highlife" by Dr. K. Gyasi & His Noble Kings. So, Frank grew up surrounded 24/7 with high class Highlife music plus he has inherited the natural talent of his father. Now he teamed up with the Polyversal Souls to keep the spirit of Highlife alive.

"Siakwaa / Nana Agyei" are two songs taken from above mentioned album "Sikyi Highlife". Frank gets here some vocal support from the original court singers of the Ashanti king, which fits perfectly, as both songs are praise songs to the king.

"Odo Agye Gye Me" is composed by legendary Kumasi based singer Baffour Kyei, who sang for such groups like Kyeremateng Stars or B.B. Collins & His Powerful Believers. Besides creating this song, he is part of the choir on this future Highlife classic.

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The Olympians

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Daptone)

Just Be Yourself / It's Everything About You (That I Love)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Daptone Records is proud to present a banger of a two-sider: "Midnight Movement" b/w "Stand Tall." Released for the first time together on 45, these two tracks were originally released as separate limited pressings on the now defunct label Truth and Soul Records. Recorded in producer Toby Pazner 's Bedroom on a Tascam 388, t hese tracks paint a vivid picture of the early development of the sound that has become synonymous with The Olympians: heavy drums, lush strings, and layered horns, all woven together by a group of New York's most sought after studio musicians and Pazner's production. "Midnight Movement" is a moody, psychedelic shuffle, reminiscent of an acid trip gone incredibly well! Backwards guitars, vibes, and tremolo strings are there to help you through the journey. You'll have no problem spinning this one till the ride's over. The B side, "Stand Tall," floats along with bass, drums, keyboards and vibes by Pazner while melodic horns by Leon Michels and Michael Leonhart punctuate over wah-wah guitar. Get down to your nearest independent record shop and break out the bean bags. Shops are gonna be hard pressed to keep this freak 7” in stock.

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The Pretenders

7" | 2016 | EU | Reissue (Kent)

In L.A. / Chimpanzee Ride

Release: 2016 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Pretenders were the Carnival label’s main act throughout the 70s and up to 1980. By 1977 producer Joe Evans was embracing the disco era and recorded them on the excellent Kenneth Ruffin song, ‘Just Be Yourself’. Its furious yet solid rhythm and catchy title-line has captivated soul dancers for many years, making the originals expensive and very hard to find now. The flip was their final release, an updated and disco-slanted version of Lee Williams & the Cymbals’ ballad.

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Mike Lawing

7" | 2019 | UK (Hawk)

Release: 2019 / UK

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Kelly Finnigan

Catch Me I'm Falling

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The lead single that kicked off Kelly's solo career. Ultra sweet, super mellow, just one of the most tender moments on Kelly Finnigan's solo LP The Tales People Tell. Utilizing the pocket playing of Max and Joe Ramey from The Ironsides, Kelly's falsetto shines bright for all to hear.

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Freedom Affair

Rise Up

Alogte Oho & His Sounds Of Joy

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Led by Chris Hazelton, The Freedom Affair is a freight train of Kansas City soul! Dirty, funky drums, gritty horns, and the combined vocals of Misha Roberts, Seyko Groves, and Paula Saunders to put this band over the top. Politically charged soul music for the dancefloor!

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Allema Timba

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Philophon)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This Is What You Are Radio Edit / Brazilian Rime

Mario Biondi

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Schema)

Gotta Be With You / Shades Of Joy

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This Is What You Are is now available on 7”. This release is enriched by a brilliant and elegant Brazilian version in a typical samba-jazz mood.

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The M-Tet

7" | 2019 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Milton James & The Creators / Kenard

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Limited to 500 copies.

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My Lonely Feeling / What Did You Gain By That

7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Kent Soul)

High Costa Living Feat. Mixmaster Wolf Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Like most other Northern Soul aficionados, I would love to have an original of Milton James’ trance-like, rhythmic soul dancer ‘My Lonely Feeling’ but a Kent 45 is going to have to fill the gap until that lottery win. Milton was a member of, and is backed by, the Creators who usually had Little Johnny Hamilton out front.

It is coupled with the quirky and similarly elusive ‘What Did You Gain By That?’ by Lew Bedell’s right-hand soul man - Kennard Gardner.

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Jake Najor

Durand Jones & The Indications

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A little two-sided mean machine here! Jake Najor (drummer of The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble) brings two heaters! Both sides features members of SFSE, but the A is graced by none other than west coast funk legend Mixmaster Wolf (Breakestra) and man is it a deadly combo! The B is just a funky, nasty, mean, dark instrumental with some insanely pocket drums and a killer fuzzed our chorus. DJs need doubles!

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Don't You Know / True Love Black Vinyl Edition

7" | 2016 | US | Original (Colemine)

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The lead single from the sophomore LP from Durand Jones & The Indications has everything you could ask for: dual lead vocals from Durand Jones and Aaron Frazer, a danceable beat, and super sweet soul harmonies that won’t soon leave your ear or turntable. It’s familiar yet modern and it’s truly beautiful seeing these guys push soul music forward with their second LP!

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The Dip

Won’t Be Coming Back

Stutter & Twitch 7" Series

Release: 2016 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Straight up sweet cinematic soul from Seattle, WA via THE DIP!! Sweet horns, dirty drums, and a tight rhythm section makes for a fantastic debut 45 for Colemine. For fans of Daptone’s much-sampled Menahan Street Band. Hailing from Seattle, The Dip is an electrifying seven-piece ensemble that melds vintage rhythm and blues and modern pop with impeccably crafted, 60's-steeped soul.

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Matuki

7" | 2016 (Stutter And Twitch)

I Love My Baby / Shake It Up And Go

Release: 2016

Genre: Organic Grooves

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12-piece Afro-beat bandMatukiare releasing their debut 7" single onDecember 2ndviaStutter & Twitch; which paints a juxtaposed image of the band's versatile style. Side A 'Sanimenteren' showcases fiery horn melodies and liquid guitar riffs, whereas Side B 'INJO' changes direction completely as Manchester producerShunyatakes the reins. By morphing Matuki's steadfast rhythm into a lucid downtempo glitch, Shunya creates a unique and mesmerizing new perspective towards the urban band's signature style.

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Tommy McClennan

7" | 2016 | UK | Original (Blue Bird)

Wejene Aola Feat. Kamasi Washington

Release: 2016 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Two ecellent country-blues rockers from 1942 pressed with 78rpm labels on a solid center for that authentic feel. Nice job!

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Dexter Story

7" | 2016 | UK | Original (Soundway)

7" | 2016 | EU | Original (Hot Casa)

Release: 2016 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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For his next release on Soundway Records, Los Angeles-based Dexter Story hooks up with long time friend and compatriot of music, the saxophonist, jazz composer, producer and band-leader Kamasi Washington. A fierce, rumbling electro Ethio-Funk groove provides the platform for an intense and powerful interplay between Washington on tenor sax and Todd Simon on trumpet. An instrumental cover version of Tilahun Gessesse's 1970s cut of the same name, it's Story's homage to the oppressed Oromo people of Southern Ethiopia. Backed on the flip by the one cut from Story's 'Wondem' long-player that did not make it to vinyl when the LP version was cut, Nia Andrew's sublime and atmospheric collaboration on Eastern Prayer will keep all those happy who grumbled at it's exclusion from wax first time around. This is a record that no lover of Ethio-Jazz, Afro-Beat or Funk should be excused for not owning.

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Vaudou Game

La Vie C'Est Bon

Next To You / I Still Love Them All

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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From the forthcoming album Kidayu, out September 8th 2016 on Hot Casa Records.

When faced with the decision to take a different direction at the risk of getting lost in a synthetic sound or to further explore the same musical path, Vaudou Game did not need to consult the oracle for very long when putting together their new album.

Since their first acclaimed album, Apiafo and its irresistible single "Pas Contente", these Lyon natives never turned down the heat on over 130 stages across Europe, Africa, America and Asia. Peter Solo has displayed his amulets, charisma and yellow pants around the globe.

When time came for them to harness their Afro-Funk sound for the second time, they turned their attention once again to their analog strengths. Vintage material, instruments produced in the 70's and cassette tapes were the "grigris" (or lucky charms) which proved most effective to ward off digital corruption of their music and return them to a tight-knit group with a solid groove.

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Gene Washington

7" | 2016 | US | Original (Colemine)

Major Harris / Walter Jackson

Release: 2016 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Killer Al Green-like soul from SF!!

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Call Me Tomorrow / Where Have All The Flowers Gone

7" | 2016 | EU | Original (Outta Sight)

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Return Of Green Snake

The Great Revivers

7" | 2014 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Gene Washington & The Ironsides

Release: 2014 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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More raw funk from Saint-Petersburg via Detroits very own FNR!

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Don't Throw Your Love Away

7" | 2014 | US | Original (Colemine)

Release: 2014 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Don't Mess With GR / Hard Way To Go

The Great Revivers

7" | 2014 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Release: 2014 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Drunken Master / Bottoms Up!

The Great Revivers

7" | 2014 | US | Original (Funk Night)

7" | 2014 | US | Original (Colemine)

Release: 2014 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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St. Petersburg gets funky again!

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The Droptones

Don't Get Caught

Release: 2014 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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12" | 2014 | DE | Original (Endless Flight)

KZA

Want No Other

Release: 2014 / DE – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: Generic

7" | 2019 | RU | Original (Spasibo)

Kerbside Collection

Traffic

Release: 2019 / RU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: Near Mint, Cover: Generic

7" | 2019 | UK | Original (Athens Of The North)

Spider Harrison

Beautiful Day

Release: 2019 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: Near Mint, Cover: Generic

Le Commandant Couche-Tôt Et Son Magnifique Orchestre De Claviers

Le Commandant Couche-Tot

12" | 2020 | FR | Original (BMM Records)

Release: 2020 / FR – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance, Soundtracks

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Used Vinyl

Medium: Near Mint, Cover: Near Mint

Early Chet (Chet Baker In Germany 1955-1959)

Chet Baker

CD | 2016 | EU | Reissue (Jazzhaus)

Release: 2016 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG+

First Born Son (Featuring Tommy Guerrero) / Funkytonk

Orbco

7" | 2016 | US | Original (Family Groove)

Release: 2016 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We Always Come Back Strong / The Man

John Edwards

7" | 2020 | UK | Reissue (Kent)

11,04 €* 12,99 € -15%

Release: 2020 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Jeremy Turgeon Quintet Feat. Cleveland P. Jones

Blessed / Mistakes

7" | 2020 | UK | Original (Izipho Soul)

11,19 €* 15,99 € -30%

Release: 2020 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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I'll Take Her / Looks Like (You've Been Crying)

Calvin Richardson

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (Soul 4 Real)

11,19 €* 15,99 € -30%

Standby Lover / Good Enough

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Calvin Richardson is a bit of a chameleon, smoothly able to transition between the most heartfelt gritty soul ballads to the latest cutting edge urban R&B that now dominates the more mainstream sound of today's "Black America".

His revered solo debut "Country Boy" came back in 1999 when signed to major label powerhouse Universal Records and went on to sell 100.000 units but, in those halcyon days, still not enough to get him a second bite of the cherry at the time. He then went on to strike deals with Hollywood Records, Jordan House (owned by Eric Benet) and Shanachie Records where he still resides.

With comparisons drawn to a young Bobby Womack. It's easy to see why he chose to record long player "Facts Of Life: The Soul Of Bobby Womack" back in 2009. For their ninth release those sterling Soul 4 Real guys have chosen to resurrect two fantastic sides from that debut recording, with the soulful as hell "I'll Take Her" backed with the melodic gem of a beat ballad "Looks like (You've Been Crying)"... make sure you don't miss it! -- Mark Coddington (Fish)

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Moses Patrou

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Soul Tune)

11,24 €* 14,99 € -25%

7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Believe! International)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Soul Tune Records is very excited to introduce Moses Patrou´s first 45 on Soul Tune! The New York native delivers two sides of classic soul that instantly gets stuck in your head! This is the result of a collaboration between Soul Tune and Moses for which we have to thank the great Carlton Jumel Smith.

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Kirk Reed

California

11,39 €* 11,99 € -5%

Alice Clark / The Devonnes

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We are proud to present the first release of Believe! International Records – the re-issue of Kirk Reed "California" / "Shawn Lee Mix".
American songwriter and artist Kirk Reed first published the west coast gem "California" in 1979. It was the b-side of the Meca Records 7" release "Lazy Mind". The song is a folky groover that pays tribute to The Golden State through its imagery of sunshine and wide open roads. The original record is in high demand among collectors.
The flip side features an exclusive mix of the track by Shawn Lee (Shawn Lee's Ping Pong Orchestra/Young Gun Silver Fox). Shawn has performed a full studio re-work of "California" with added instrumentation, vocals and production. The result is a luscious adaptation of the original song that truly captures its casual west coast vibe. creditKirk Reed: California.

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You Hit Me (Right Where It Hurt Me) / I Couldn't Build A World (With You On The Out Side)

7" | 2016 | UK | Original (Kent)

11,39 €* 11,99 € -5%

Release: 2016 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Quinteto Ternura / Trio Ternura

Baby / Filho De Zambi

7" | 2016 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Sandra De Sa / Equipe Radio Cidade

Release: 2016 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We’ve taken a selection of the most in-demand and asked-for titles in our Brazil 45’s catalogue and given them a loving remaster and repress.

This edition takes two hugely sought-after tracks from Quinteto Ternura, and their original outfit Trio Ternura, and cuts them loud and proud on either side of a seven inch.

First up, a hit of pure sunshine from Quinteto Ternura. Trio Ternura, who were made up of two sisters, Jussara, Jurema and their brother Robson, also formed Quinteto Ternura by joining forces with Léo and Zé Roberto. ‘Baby’ is an absolutely killer, blissful Brazilian modern soul jam written by Caetano Veloso, arranged by Arthur Verocai, covering Gal Costa. Once a real rarity in Brazil, this beauty is now accessible for all to enjoy and is one that rarely leaves our record bags. Taken from the Quinteto Ternura self-titled LP from 1974.

On the flip side, ‘Filhos De Zambi’ is an exquisite, uptempo samba-funk cut from the same year, but released as the siblings original Trio Ternura lineup. Infectious, feel-good fire from the trio, co-written by their father Umberto Silva and José Ribamar. Contains a brilliant, harmonised chorus and wondrous key change that is sure to light up any dancefloor.

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Olhos Coloridos / Bons Tempos: São Paulo (Good Times)

7" | 2016 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Trio Ternura / Eliana Pittman

Release: 2016 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Two 1980s Brazilian boogie bombs from Sandra de Sá and Equipe Rádio Cidade get a remastered reissue as part of Mr Bongo Brazil 45’s series.

Sandra de Sá’s ‘Olhos Coloridos’ is an ‘80s MPB/boogie jam, taken from her self-titled 1982 LP on RGE Brazil, that sits perfectly alongside the likes of Tim Maia, Marcos Valle, Robson Jorge and Lincoln Olivetti. No surprise then that Lincoln Olivetti and Robson Jorge feature on the track, backed by some of the members from Banda Black Rio. A joyous combination of funk basslines and dreamy Rhodes that marry with jubilant horns and Sá’s incredible vocal tones.

On the B side, Equipe Rádio Cidade ‘Bons Tempo Sao Paulo (Good Times)’ was originally released on a rare promo only 7 inch from 1980. Giving a Brazilian boogie makeover to Good Times by Chic / Rapper’s Delight by Sugarhill Gang, the track is voiced by radio DJs from Sao Paulo wishing their listeners a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

This replayed version, heavy on the clavinet with a samba-infused, cuica-laced percussion breakdown, gives a true Brazilian spin on one of the most distinctive melodies out there.

Remastered with refreshed artwork.

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Vou Morar No Teu Sorriso / Quem Vai Querer

7" | 2019 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Jorge Ben / Miriam Makeba

Release: 2019 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We’ve taken a selection of the most in-demand and asked-for titles in our Brazil 45’s catalogue and given them a loving remaster and repress.

Highlighted here, the joyous family flavours of Trio Ternura and a samba-funk masterclass from Eliana Pittman, cut loud and proud on either side of a seven inch.

First, we have the uptempo funk-soul sounds of ‘Vou Morar No Teu Sorriso’ courtesy of sibling group, Trio Ternura - taken from their self-titled 1971 LP. Comprised of sisters Jussara, Jurema and their brother Robson, this track is a real favourite of ours and a regular spin in our DJ sets. Tight drums, breaks and percussion lay the foundation for those jubilant vocals, funk-powered organs, punchy horns and grooving bass to transport you to sandier shores.

On the B side, a slice of dancefloor samba-funk-MPB radiance from Eliana Pittman with ‘Quem Vai Querer’. Originally released in 1977 on RCA, the rolling samba groove, layered percussion and lovely lead vocal from Eliana build into a carnival-flavoured chorus to lift even the lowest of moods.

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Xica Da Silva

7" | 2016 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Esperar Pra Ver / Que Bandeira

Release: 2016 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Two classic cuts from Jorge Ben and Miriam Makeba take either side of this Mr Bongo Brazil 45 reissue.

’Xica Da Silva’ is one of Jorge Ben’s most well-known and well-loved cuts, housed on the legendary Africa Brazil LP that deserves a place in every collection. A magical MPB cut, it instantly transports you to the shores of Rio de Janeiro. With a low-slung funky samba flavour, Ben’s absorbing vocal recounts the legend of one of Brazil's oldest black icons.

On the flip side, Miriam Makeba serves up an entrancing, slowed-down, grooved-out version of ‘Xica da Silva’. A highly influential singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist from South Africa, this low and slow interpretation is doused in strutting guitar, off-beat piano stabs and hypnotic drums providing the perfect platform to let Miriam’s vocal shine through.

Remastered with refreshed artwork.

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Evinha

7" | 2016 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)

Jorge Ben & Toquinho / Joao Donato

Release: 2016 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Brazilian funk-soul at it’s finest. Both tracks taken from the increasing more expensive and sought after ‘Cartão Postal’ LP, originally released on Odeon Brazil from 1971.

Both tracks are heavy on the drums, bass and horns, with Evinha’s lead to top them off. ‘Esperar Pra Ver’ is a mid tempo funk soul jam, and ‘Que Bandeira’ moves between funk/soul and bossa/MPB grooves.

‘Que Bandeira’ was released on a 7” EP, featuring tracks from ’Cartão Postal’ LP, on Odeon under the artist name ‘Eva’, in 1972… Ridiculously expensive now, as you have no doubt come to expect – so, released here for your affordable pleasure!

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Carolina, Carol Bela / A Rã

7" | 2014 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Nonato & Seu Conjunto / José Roberto

Release: 2014 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Jorge Ben is a name that any lover of Brazilian music will be very familiar with. He is widely regarded as the James Brown of Brazilian music and is famed for writing the Brazilian anthem ‘Mas Que Nada'. For the duet ‘Carolina, Carol Bela' he teamed up with the singer and guitarist Toquinho. Toquinho is best known for his collaborations, as composer and performer, with bossa nova poet Vinicius de Moraes.

'Carolina, Carol Bela' featured on the album Toquinho by Toquinho. It was originally released in 1970 on the small independent Brazilian label, RGE. The song was sampled by DJ Marky and XRS for their Drum & Bass track ‘lk’ (V Recordings, 2002). This went on to be a huge chart hit across the world, and a number one hit in the UK.

João Donato is a Brazilian jazz and bossa nova pianist. He has collaborated with many of the greats of Brazilian Music, including Tom Jobim, Astrud Gilberto and Gilberto Gil. He was one of the few Brazilian artists who went over to perform in the States during the bossa nova boom of the late 60’s. The song ‘A Rã’ was originally released on his seminal album Quem é quem, (emi, 1973), an album that is full of great tracks and was considered as one of the 100 best albums of all time by the Rolling Stone magazine.

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Cafua / Crioula Multicolorida

7" | 2019 | UK | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Paris Breakdown HHV Exclusive Pink Vinyl Edition

Release: 2019 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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We’ve taken a selection of the most in-demand and asked-for titles in our Brazil 45’s catalogue and given them a loving remaster and repress. The late composer, arranger, musician and record producer Nonato Buzar is a lesser-known great outside of Brazil. His legacy leaves behind a rich body of recordings, working with some of the cream of the Brazilian ‘60s and ‘70s music scene, including Evinha, Elis Regina, Wilson Das Neves as well as reggae legend Jimmy Cliff. The awesome organ driven dancer ‘Cafuá’, with its zesty horns and sun-soaked vocal tones, is taken from Nonato & Seu Conjunto’s 1975 'O Som E O Balanço De Nonato’ album on Som records.

Most famed for his ultra rare 1973 track 'Lotus 72 D’, which Mr Bongo reissued in 2019, José Roberto aka Zé Roberto’s other 7 inch from the following year, also held a gem within its B side grooves. 'Crioula Multicolorida’, though not as scarce as ‘Lotus 72 D', is still a super hard record to track down and is equally as great. This anthemic ‘samba rock’ pearler, with its amazing breakdown and strutting groove, has long been a favourite amongst Brazilian DJs and collectors. The track also featured on the influential ‘Via Brazil’ compilation series and 'Brazilian Beats Brooklyn' collection on Mr Bongo.

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Pigalle Connection

7" | 2016 | EU | Reissue (Mocambo)

Release: 2016 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Trio Mocoto / Tenorio Jr. / Jorge Autouri

Swinga Sambaby

7" | 2014 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)

7" | 2014 | EU | Original (Hot Casa)

Release: 2014 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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3 more brazilian choice cuts, issued on 7" wax for the 1st time.

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Vaudou Game

Pas Contente

La Vem Salgueiro / Tenha Fe, Pois Manaha U Lindo Dia Vai Nascer

Release: 2014 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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This two mindblowing songs were entirely recorded, mixed and mastered with old analog tapes, and played with vintage instruments which recalls the sound of bands like Poly-Rythmo De Cotonou or El Rego!

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Os Originais Do Samba

7" | 2014 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)

Maria Fumaça / Mr. Funky Samba

Release: 2014 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Mastered and cut at 45rpm for high quality and loud sound, these 7"s are packaged in lovingly produced Brazil45 sleeves. Dancefloor essentials for all DJs and collectors!

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Banda Black Rio

7" | 2016 | EU | Original (Mr Bongo)

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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7" | 2020 | EU | Original (Music With Soul)

Bechan & Alex Figueira

Moerarie Morei Atjara