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Space Echo: The Mystery Behind The Cosmic Sound Of Cabo Verde Finally Revealed
VARIOUS
Cat: AALP 080. Rel: 12 Sep 23
 
International
Antonio Sanches - "Pinta Manta" (4:18)
Dionisio Maio - "Dia Ja Manche" (4:32)
Jose Casimiro - "Morti Sta Bidjacu" (5:20)
Bana - "Pontin Pontin" (4:13)
Fany Havest - "That Day" (4:59)
Pedrinho - "Odio Sem Valor" (6:04)
Quirino Do Canto - "Mino Di Mama" (5:48)
Tchiss Lopes - "Mundo D'Margura" (3:04)
Joao Cirilo - "Po D'Terra" (5:37)
Abel Lima - "Corre Riba, Corre Baxo" (3:07)
Os Apolos - "Ilyne" (3:49)
Americo Brito - "Sintado Na Pracinha" (2:51)
Elisio Vieira - "Capchona" (3:13)
Antonio Dos Santos - "Djal Bai Si Camin" (7:19)
Abel Lima - "Stebo Cu Anabela" (4:28)
Review: Analog Africa belongs alongside the likes of Awesome Tapes From Africa and Light In The Attic in the annals of great modern day afro rock/beat reissue labels. The imprint has consistently delivered some monumental releases, all of them giving the listener a detailed insight into a particular scene or cultural corner of time. We're pretty sure that many people out there had no idea that there was a 'cosmic' sound in Cabo Verde in the 1977-1985 period, but there you go, you've learned something new. This is all dancefloor fire, and along with a gorgeous fanzine booklet, you have fifteen ridiculously forward-thinking and rare-as-hell electronic funk bombs from Africa. Fill your mind with the underrated genius of people like Antonio Sanches, Jose Casimiro, Bana, and the rest of this amazing crew or like-minded futurists. Release of the week!
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 in stock $28.85
El Que La Rompe La Paga
Cat: LMNKV 110. Rel: 16 Feb 23
 
International
El Que La Rompe La Paga (3:13)
Toca La Campana (3:05)
Review: Madrid via Cuba musical gang El Combo Batanga have finally dropped this new double-sider 7". It was teased by the early reals sou the a-side which brings plenty of dance floor filing heat with 'El Que La Rompe La Paga'. It's packed with samba shuffle, expressive horn work and results, and relentless keys work designed to get the ass moving. On the flip is 'Toca La Campana' which is a little less dense but not less rhythmic in the way it sways to and fro with fiery Spanish vocals and funk riffs.
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Tags: Latin | Salsa | Latin Funk | Afro Cuban
 in stock $11.33
Mr Bongo Edits Volume 1: Danny Krivit
Mr Bongo Edits Volume 1: Danny Krivit (12" in debossed sleeve)
Cat: MRB 12057. Rel: 07 Mar 23
 
Funk
Sabu Martinez - "Hotel Alyssa Soussie" (6:36)
Nico Gomez & His Afro Percussion Inc - "Lupita" (7:16)
Review: Mr Bongo continue to churn out top-quality re-edits and here they enlist Danny Krivit aka. Mr. K, the New York producer who has longstandingly helped prop up the dance scene there since the early 1960s. Krivit is responsible for perhaps some of the earliest and most significant disco and funk edits on Earth, so we're more than happy to hear these new ones out, in which he lends his ear to two mambi from Latin extraordinaires Sabu Martinez and Nico Gomez. Percussive clanks and boxy slaps abound on this audiophiles' charm.
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 in stock $15.09
I Believe In Miracles
I Believe In Miracles (limited translucent yellow vinyl 7")
Cat: LMNKVLD 67. Rel: 04 Jul 24
 
Funk
I Believe In Miracles (3:30)
No Nos Pararan (6:48)
Review: In 2011, Banda Achilifunk & OJO served up Gitano Real, one of the year's most essential albums. It was caned far and wide by funk lovers, in particular Craig Charles on his 6 Music show. Now, two cover versions taken from the essential album have been pressed to limited edition translucent yellow vinyl. First up, 'I Believe in Miracles' is an overwhelming take on the Jackson Sisters classic with plenty of happy Latin vibes and rumba funk rhythms. Flip it over for a more abstract version of McFadden and Whitehead's seminal 'Ain't No Stoping Us Now' which is a soulful disco number packed with sunshine.
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Tags: Disco Funk | Latin | Latin Funk | Spanish
 in stock $11.33
Fritz The Cat
Cat: MXMRK 2063. Rel: 23 Oct 23
 
Disco/Reediciones
Fritz The Cat (Mr K edit) (4:44)
You Believed In Me (Mr K instrumental edit) (4:52)
Review: Mr. K's series of edits continues. Any self-respecting music head is well familiar with the Most Excellent Unlimited series from Mr K aka Danny Krivit by now, and the latest entry into it is another doozy on 45rpm. The A-side features an edit of the title tune from a 1972 Ralph Bakshi animation originally played by a top crew of San Francisco area musicians. It is a steamy funk workout in a Latin jazz style with plenty of reverb and DJ friendly grooves. Flip it over and you'll find a gem from Philadelphia's Executive Suite which In Mr. K's hands is lit up with addictive strings and driving rhythms that never let up.
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 in stock $11.86
Come With Me (reissue)
Come With Me (reissue) (7" reeditado)
Cat: SB 7043RE. Rel: 04 Feb 25
 
Jazz
Come With Me (4:13)
Lost In Amazonia (4:19)
Review: This one is such an evergreen summer classic that it sells out whenever it reappears and gets reissued on a regular basis. Last time was last summer but now the rays are back in our lives we're glad it is available one more. Brazilian jazz vocalist Tania Maria is a true icon with a huge back catalogue of music behind her. Here, Soul Brother look back to her 1983 album Come With Me and lift a pair of pearlers for this vital 7". 'Come With Me' is a sundown slinker, with Maria's airy tone gliding over the sprightly piano chords while on the flip 'Lost In Amazonia' is a joyous, scat-powered slice of jazz funk with incredible slap bass flex. Essential summer grooves.
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 in stock $14.83
Call My Name (reissue)
Call My Name (reissue) (limited orange & black splattered vinyl 7")
Cat: VAMPIC 45092. Rel: 21 Mar 23
 
Funk
Call My Name (4:40)
Call My Name (instrumental) (4:40)
Review: Vampisoul mainstay Joe Bataan comes through once again this year for a two-track G-funk-whistling pair of soul bits, reissuing the song 'Call My Name', which cemented the crooner's name way back in 2004. A funereal theme overarches the otherwise laid-back and casually-mooded song: "we are gathered here today to remember the departed and have a final say". It's this tension between joyous and lamentatory that nails the Latin Soul artist's overall vision and here you have the potential to whack it on the 'tables once more.
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Tags: Latin Funk
 in stock $12.93
One Step Beyond: Boogaloo Lesson 6
One Step Beyond: Boogaloo Lesson 6 (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: ECR 007. Rel: 01 Aug 24
 
Funk
One Step Beyond (4:04)
Set Your Soul Free (3:43)
Review: This month, Echo Chamber Recordings turns one year old and makes the occasion by offering dup another instalment in the popular Boogaloo Lessons Series. This one comes from Cheeba's Latin Bros who serve up boogaloo brilliance starting with 'One Step Beyond' which has some ass-shaking rhythms and plenty of big drum sounds, rolling fills and natty chords. On the flip, 'Set Your Soul Free' has a big boogaloo vibe still but also more tender soul vibes in amongst all the vibrant percussive shuffling and unbalanced chords.
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Tags: Boogaloo | Latin Funk
 in stock $16.72
I'll Be A Happy Man (Record Store Day RSD 2023)
Cat: SM 45101. Rel: 09 May 23
 
Funk
I'll Be A Happy Man (3:37)
Take A Trip (feat Luis Aviles) (4:52)
 in stock $13.21
New York Streets
New York Streets (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: ECR 004. Rel: 02 Feb 24
 
Funk
New York Streets (part 1) (4:02)
New York Streets (part 2) (4:22)
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Dig This!
Dig This! (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: ECR 003. Rel: 30 Nov 23
 
Funk
Dig This! (vocal version) (3:56)
Dig This! (instrumental) (3:58)
Review: We hold our hands up, we don't know anything about Cheeba's Prestige Allstars and cannot find much out either. Echo Chamber Recordings though have got them on this limited 7" and the music is a steamy mix of Afro and Latin funk that comes in two different versions. 'Dig This!' (vocal version) is a raw cut with plenty of hard-edge drums and James Brown samples that liven it up next to some big sax energy. On the back side is the instrumental which is only slightly paired back and still has lots of James Brown mic work.
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Blue Monday
Cat: LMNKV 114. Rel: 20 Jun 24
 
Funk
Blue Monday (45 version) (3:54)
Why Don't We Do Some Boogaloo? (45 version) (3:43)
Review: Miguelito Superstar, co-producer of the acclaimed debut album Si Esto Se Acaba, Que Siga El Boogaloo, delivers pure fire with two electrifying versions on this 7" release. 'Why Don't We Do Some Boogaloo?' emerges as a local classic, while the Latin Funk rendition of New Order's iconic 'Blue Monday' transforms the track into a powerhouse of groove. With special attention to unearthed breaks and a spotlight on the rhythm section, Miguelito elevates both tracks to must-have status for aficionados of Latin music and funk. Miguelito's power in crafting infectious rhythms and breathing new life into familiar classics is on full display here!
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Tags: Latin Funk
 in stock $11.33
Cerebro Orgasmo Envidia & Sofia
Cat: LMNKV 116. Rel: 27 Jun 24
 
Funk
Cerebro Orgasmo Envidia & Sofia (4:38)
Cerebro Orgasmo Envidia & Sofia (Bosq remix) (4:40)
Review: Martin Buscaglia's riotous, psychedelic Latin funk anthem from his 2006 classic album El evangelio segun mi jardinero finally makes its much-requested debut on a 7". This release features a stunning remix by Bosq. The original track is a wild, high-energy ride through vibrant Latin funk landscapes, bursting with infectious rhythms and lively instrumentation. Bosq's remix adds a touch of his signature magic, infusing the track with a subtle cumbia feel while maintaining its midtempo groove. Resisting the urge to speed it up, Bosq crafts a remix that's perfect for the dance floor, offering a joyful, everyone-smiling experience. The result is a delightful, midtempo dancefloor treat that celebrates the original's wild spirit while adding a fresh, irresistible twist.
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! low stock $10.52
Dap Walk/El Barrio
Dap Walk/El Barrio (limited 7")
Cat: OGR 837. Rel: 16 Feb 23
 
Funk
Luchito - "Dap Walk" (3:56)
Nestor Alvarez - "El Barrio" (4:06)
Review: Original Gravity, Luchito Rodriguez and Nestor Alvarez return with yet two more Latin groove versions of funk and soul classics, emulating two sounds not yet brought together enough. 'Dap Walk' is a shot-by-shot cover of the song of the same name by Ernie And The Top Notes - a slick and slippery interpretation that translates the original AAVE of the song's intro into Spanish. 'El Barrio', meanwhile, opts for 70s crime thriller vibes, instrumentally verging on expressionism via djembe, brass sections and vibraslaps.
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 in stock $12.14
Soy Un Hombre (I'm A Man)
Cat: OGR 831. Rel: 12 Jan 23
 
Funk
Soy Un Hombre (I'm A Man) (part 1) (5:19)
Soy Un Hombre (I'm A Man) (part 2) (5:19)
Review: A stellar mix of DJ-able breakbeat and northern soul from Luchito Rodriguez and Nestor Alvarez, two of our favourite contemporary funk artists active today (as long as we're certain of their identities, that is). This limited 7" contains two versions of the same killer track: 'Soy Un Hombre' reincarnates the triumphant 'achievement' of manhood through carnal brasses and kettle drums, in a quiver-inducing cover version of Spencer Davis Group's classic track 'I'm A Man'.
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Tags: Latin | Ska | Latin Funk
 in stock $12.14
Baila (reissue)
Cat: VAMPI 45096. Rel: 16 Jun 23
 
Funk
Baila (4:43)
Sha La La (Means I Love You) (4:48)
Review: Black Sugar were a Peruvian Latin funk band who formed in the late 1960s but unfortunately disbanded in 1975, leaving a wealth of musical trace magic behind. One such collection of vestiges now comes in the form of 'Baila', an EP comprising four tracks that were first released as singles between 1971 and 1974, and which takes its namesake from the band's greatest hit. The titular opener lays bare their blitzing blend of Latin funk via brass bellowings and organ solos, while the likes of 'Checan' and 'Too Late' deal in black-market flutes and loose-wristed percussion breaks, perfect for sunning by the shore, or wining in a winding, cobbled street somewhere in the Mediterranean.
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 in stock $12.93
Quem Vem La
 in stock $9.44
Esperanto
Esperanto (gatefold LP)
Cat: FVR 172LP. Rel: 26 Aug 21
 
Funk
Cosa Suave (5:04)
Hermoso Dia (4:26)
Alegria (7:07)
Vereda Tropical (2:56)
Caucaguita (4:26)
Angela La Espanola (8:55)
Ticket To Ride (4:44)
Cancion Para Un Osito De Peluche (0:52)
Review: Esperanto is widely heralded as a Venezuelan jazz-Ffsion masterpiece. It was first released in 1980 and is a real collector's item that is hard to find an expensive. French label Favourite now presents a first ever reissue of the eponymous LP that was recorded in Caracas by a number of talented musicians. It has strong Latin and funk overtones. Squelchy synth sounds and is a must-have for anyone interested in this fine fusion sound. The band started off playing jam sessions that grew ever more refined to the point that they eventually lay down this enduring masterclass.
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 in stock $25.08
Yoyi (reissue)
Yoyi (reissue) (LP with obi-strip)
Cat: MRBLP 286. Rel: 10 Nov 23
 
International
Banana (4:40)
Del Copacabana A 34 (5:51)
Mi Pequeno Gran Paolo (3:33)
Paco La Calle (3:50)
Tu No Me Puedes Conquistar (2:58)
Yo Mejor Te Doy (2:26)
Rutta 30 (6:06)
Abuela Tula (6:07)
El Fino (5:39)
Review: Mr Bongo's launch their new Cuban Classic Series with this reissue of a sought-after, psychedelic funk masterpiece: Yoyi. A fusion of traditional Latin and Afro-Cuban rhythms meets disco, jazz, and funk, with hints of 70s soundtrack productions, this much-loved cult album by Grupo Los Yoyi hears nine predominantly instrumental tracks. Together, they were originally released in 1977 on Areito Records, a sublabel of the state-owned label Egrem, it has become one of the rarest (even in Cuba) yet in-demand albums to be procured by the label. It is the sole album from Grupo Los Yoyi and was composed, orchestrated, and produced by the mysterious, Jorge Soler Leo.
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 in stock $25.34
Tighten Up (reissue)
Tighten Up (reissue) (7" limited to 250 copies)
Cat: OGR 817C. Rel: 03 Jan 24
 
Funk
Luchito & Nestor - "Tighten Up" (4:11)
Nestor Alvarez - "Just Add Vibes" (3:06)
Review: The Original Gravity label is back with more of its fully functional but also exceptionally flair-fulled funk sounds, this time with Luchito and Nestor Alvarez behind 'Tighten Up.' It is another choice reissue that has been dug carefully out of the vaults and comes in seriously limited quantities on 7". Luchito & Nestor kick off with the original version of 'Tighten Up' on the a-side and it's packed with high-tempo breaks and sung-spoken vocals. On the flip is a more fiery and explicitly Latin affair with the warming chords and florid horns of Nestor Alvarez's 'Just Add Vibes.'
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Tags: Latin Funk
 in stock $13.21
Berro E Sombaro (Record Store Day RSD 2023)
Cat: 7RSDDOS 1. Rel: 02 May 23
 
Disco/Reediciones
Berro E Sombaro (3:07)
Never Gonna Give You Up (7" edit) (4:21)
Review: Washington DC group Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers have got a real belting Latin tune on their hands here with 'Berro e Sombaro'. It's a tune that has been sampled many times over the years though you will be hard-pushed to find an original version anywhere. It was originally the last tune on Chuck's Bustin Loose album from 1979 and soon became a go-to funk track with a big impact that also saw it make a mark on the 80s rare groove scene. On the flipside here is an exclusive 7" edit of 'Never Gonna Give You Up', which was composed by Gamble & Huff composed and has never been on 45 rpm before.
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 in stock $16.45
The Harlem Bugalu
Cat: OGR 848. Rel: 06 Jun 23
 
International
Luchito - "The Harlem Bugalu" (3:48)
Joaquin Marquez - "Mala Mania" (3:40)
Review: More heat here from Original Gravity with 'The Harlem Bugalu' from Luchito and Joaquin Marquez. This is a 7" that soon transports you to boogaloo paradise with its feverish Latin grocers and non-stop drum funk. The A-side is laden with spoken words, zippy percussive sounds and mad bongo bubbles with lashing of horn-led exuberance. Flip it over and you will find the slightly darker and more menacing energy of Joaquin Marque's 'Mala Mania'. Get your shake on and drop this one this summer for swift dancefloor explosions.
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Tags: Latin | Boogaloo | Latin Funk
 in stock $12.14
Jibaro (reissue)
Jibaro (reissue) (transparent red vinyl 12")
Cat: CBSAB 6502286RED. Rel: 17 Feb 23
 
Balearic/Downtempo
Jibaro (long version) (7:34)
Jibaro (short version) (3:27)
Review: Elkin & Nelson's 1979 track 'Jibaro' harks back to the true essence of Balearic music, before the style became a self-aware genre of its own and instead referred to a certain attitude. When the DJs of Ibiza were feeding off their island's unique party energy and going deep to find the heaviest grooves to send people skywards, the 1986 promo reissue of 'Jibaro' became a highly-prized nugget of psych-rock-freak-beat brilliance. Now this gem is being reissued in a faithful reproduction which nods to the cult status of the 1986 promo release, pressed up on red vinyl and sounding as powerful and transportive as it did back then.
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 in stock $16.99
Ritmo Matizon
Cat: DSC 005. Rel: 22 Nov 21
 
International
Ritmo Martizon (3:28)
Pa Gozar (5:56)
Review: If you're into little-known South American gems from the dim and distant past, Mexico City's Discodelic label has got you covered. This limited-edition "45" marks the second instalment of their ongoing "Nicaraguan Afro-Latin" series and offers-up two deep cuts from the catalogue of tropical Afro-rock kings Bwama. Both tracks were originally featured on the band's second self-titled album in 1972. Our pick of the pair is A-side 'Ritmo Martizon', a richly percussive fusion of Guajira rhythms, salsa style pianos, gravelly funk-rock guitars and life-affirming vocals. That said, flipside 'Pa Goza' - a funky, shoulder-swinging affair featuring duelling organ and guitar lines atop a locked-in Latin beat - is also superb. In a word: essential!
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 in stock $19.96
The Soul Of Spanish Harlem
VARIOUS
Cat: BGP2 197. Rel: 03 Feb 09
 
Soul
Ralfi Pagan - "Ain't No Big Thing"
The Terrible Frankie Nieves - "True Love"
Tito Ramos - "Heaven (Is Not For Everyone)"
The Harvey Averne Dozen - "Central Park"
Monguito Santamaria - "Crying Time"
The Lebron Brothers Orchestra - "Don't Be Afraid"
Joey Pastrano - "That's How Rumours Start"
107th Street Stickball Team - "On Old Broadway"
Ray Jay & The Eastsiders - "Same Old Sad Song"
125th Street Candy Store - "Reflections Of My Life"
Parrish - "Your Smile"
Ronnie Marks - "Some Lonely Heart"
Olivieri - "There's No Other Girl"
King Nando - "Maria, Maria"
Tony Middleton & Bobby Matos - "Already Satisfied"
The Lat Teens - "I'll Never Let You Go"
The Nitty Sextette - "Nitty Boo Boo"
Russell Cohen & The New Yorkers - "I'm Gonna Leave You"
Ralphie & The Latin Lovers - "Lonely Has Been My Day"
Joe Bataan - "Ordinary Guy"
 in stock $22.38
Safari
Safari (7")
Cat: LAT45 011. Rel: 25 May 16
 
International
Tito Puente - "Safari" (4:06)
Willie Bobo - "Be's The Other Way" (2:24)
 in stock $11.86
Ela Mandou Esperar
Cat: BRZ 45053. Rel: 05 Oct 16
 
International
Cassiano - "Ela Mandou Esperar" (2:14)
Dom Salvador E Abolicao - "Uma Vida" (2:47)
 in stock $9.69
Latin Strut
Latin Strut (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: SJR 403-7. Rel: 24 Feb 25
 
Funk
Latin Strut (3:17)
Peace, Friendship & Solidarity (4:07)
Review: The riffing 'Latin Strut' by Joe Bataan, colloquially known as the "King of Latin Soul", was first released in 1974. This was an early joint outing between specialist Latin music pushers Mericana Records and RCA Victor; having already earned his name as a releaser of many a gold-rimmed, inner-labelled 7" record, Bataan was well into his acetates and LPs game by the point of his comeup in Spanish Harlem, New York. Backed as it was in '74 by 'Peace, Friendship & Solidarity', a waltzing song dedicated to the plight of Berliners during the Cold War, the star funk-samba shuffle 'Latin Strut' contrasts as a sizzling solicitation of descending contrapuntal piano and Quena fluting pizzazz.
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Midnight In Havanna (reissue)
Midnight In Havanna (reissue) (7" limited to 250 copies)
Cat: OGR 799R3. Rel: 08 Apr 24
 
Funk
Midnight In Havanna (5:17)
Kinky Afro Cuban (4:51)
Review: Nestor Alvarez's Midnight in Havana on Original Gravity delivers an electrifying Afro-Cuban instrumental jam that transports listeners to the vibrant streets of Havana. With a mesmerising flute lead and dynamic jam sessions, the track exudes a captivating energy that feels like a theme song for the city's bustling nightlife. The infusion of Cuban soul adds depth and authenticity to the music, immersing listeners in its rich cultural heritage. On the B-side, Alvarez offers a creative cover version of the Happy Mondays' 'Kinky Afro,' reimagined with a Cuban twist. The fusion of Afro-Cuban rhythms and the iconic melody of the original song results in a fresh and exciting interpretation that showcases Alvarez's versatility as a musician. Fans of Latin and Cuban dance music are sure to eat this up.
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 in stock $13.21
Fusion Global Sounds Vol 2: 1976-1984
VARIOUS
Cat: FVR 190LP. Rel: 21 Nov 23
 
Jazz
Lerma De La Cruz - "Free" (4:34)
Nivaldo Ornelas - "Cactus" (6:59)
Krystyna Pronko - "Oto Przyczyna" (3:48)
Bobby Martinez - "Pendulum" (4:29)
Tom Grant - "Mystified" (7:35)
Nivaldo Ornelas - "Los Angeles" (5:03)
Carlos Mendes - "Oamoreomar" (2:03)
Dana Kaproff - "Brownstones" (5:17)
Review: Favorite Recordings returns with the second edition of its compilation series: Fusion Global Sounds. Comprising eight rare and hidden tracks produced between 1976 and 1984 in various parts of the world, this hot-off-the-plate comp delivers a mighty-fine array of dynamic, soul-feeding jazz, soul, disco, jazz and funk delicacies. As a fine collector of jazz-funk and fusion for many years, curator Charles Maurice can be credited for sourcing the ingredients for and cooking up this fine spread of forgotten entrees, this time brought together by a common Brazilian influence.
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 in stock $29.67
Nacao Africa
Cat: FVR 162. Rel: 27 May 20
 
Funk
Canto Da Bahia (6:05)
Dia De Verao (5:26)
Guerreiro Yoruba (6:38)
Nacao Africa (4:49)
Copacabana (4:02)
Canto De Iemanja (5:40)
Nacao Africa (part 2) (4:03)
Review: Eagle eyed diggers might have spotted Camarao Orkestra's excellent Nacao Africa 12" single dropping last year on Favorite Recordings. Now the promise of that single has been followed up with this wonderful album - a scintillating blend of Latin jazz, funk, samba, Afrobeat and much more besides. The playing is second to none, not least the gorgeous Rhodes on "Dia De Verao", and the energy pivots nimbly across these seven tracks to make for a varied but cohesive listen. Uptempo "Guerreiro Yoruba" is an infectious stomper, while "Copacabana" captures a cool 70s funk vibe that wouldn't sound out of place on a Rufus & Chaka Khan record. With the title track bringing the perfect laid back party flavour too, there's a lot to savour on this album, not least while the sun is shining.
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 in stock $22.64
Can't Keep Foolin'
Cat: FNR 224. Rel: 08 Dec 23
 
Funk
Can't Keep Foolin' (feat Joe Bataan) (4:17)
Little Black Woman (feat Alfredo D'Ecclesiis) (4:36)
 in stock $10.52
She's A Rose
Cat: FFSPT 1032. Rel: 26 Feb 24
 
Funk
She's A Rose (instrumental) (3:54)
Lotsapapa (instrumental) (3:39)
Review: F Spot kick off their year with a fresh new release from fresh new funk pushers, Mestizo Beat, emanative of the MagaNa Brothers's hillside studio in Topanga, CA.. Coming at the sound with a distinctive Afro-Cuban bent, this 7" flaunts the natural ends of their particular sound: 'She's A Rose' packs a beautiful brass section and charms the listener with it's extended pre-chorus section. 'Lotsapoppa', meanwhile, minimizes the sound with a simple kick, bass, and djembe groove to start with, before launching into a dynamic Afro-disco infection, the collaborative patients zero, one and two being Steve Haney of Jungle Fire on drums, Jason Cressey of the True Loves on trombone, and Jesse Audelo on arrangement.
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 in stock $14.29
Estrellas
GUTS / VARIOUS
Estrellas (gatefold 3xLP with obi-strip)
Cat: HS 236VL. Rel: 24 Oct 22
 
International
El Retorno (0:52)
Ultima Llamada (9:08)
San Lazaro (4:00)
Yebo Edi Pachanga (5:18)
Dejame En Paz (5:43)
Oda (5:09)
Adduna Jarul Naawo (4:47)
Medewui (6:54)
Dakar De Noche (3:40)
Nunca Pierdo (9:34)
Por Que Ou Ka Fe Sa (6:52)
Sin Pantallas (4:15)
Barrio (3:31)
Dansons Cadences (4:50)
Il N'est Jamais Trop Tard (4:48)
Estrellas (7:39)
Estrellas (version Polvo) (3:11)
Review: Heavenly Sweetness has always dealt in music for the soul that is drawn from the worlds of funk, soul and jazz. This new collection of such tunes is another testament to that with a heavily international and world bent. Oodles of Latin, hip hop and Afro vibes pervade the tunes by Guts aka Fabrice Franck Henri alongside a whole host of collaborators. He's a super prolific talent who has put out some ten albums in just over a decade and Estrellas is one of his best. It comes on six sides of delicious wax and takes you on a trip to sunny climates from Cuba to Brazil.
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Tags: Latin | Salsa | Latin Funk | French | Afro Cuban
 in stock $34.79
Chick A Boom (reissue)
Chick A Boom (reissue) (red vinyl 7")
Cat: VAMPIC 450032. Rel: 02 Apr 24
 
Funk
Chick-A-Boom (3:48)
Cycles Of You (4:27)
Review: This 2024 edition marks the return of Joe Bataan, via the same track that made his name in 2004. Vampi Soul first welcomed the Latin Soul king to the label two decades back, facilitating the release of his 2005 album Call My Name. The pre-release singles for the album were 'Chick-A-Boom' and 'Cycles Of You', packed onto a single 7"; these quickly became DJs' favourites and have thus since remained long out of print. As it was twenty years ago, 'Chick-A-Boom' is a simultaneously upbeat but ghostly track, with Bataan's vocals quadrupling up in a wall of sound while providing the vibe equivalent of a Jackie Chan flick. 'Call My Name', meanwhile, goes heavy on the clavichord and synth whistle, as Bataan revels in a funereal theme, dancing, thundersticking into the great beyond.
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Intérprete: Juno Recommends Funk
Tags: Latin Funk
 in stock $12.93
Ain't Nothing But A Boogaloo Party
Cat: OGR 858. Rel: 17 Nov 23
 
50s/60s
Ain't Nothing But A Boogaloo Party (3:39)
Fiesta Bugalu (4:51)
Review: "Here we go again, yeah!" exclaim Luchito Rodriguez and Nestor Alvarez - Original Gravity's two core mainstays - who team up once again to evoke the undeniable spirit of a 'Boogaloo Party' for the ages. Channelling the sound of the inimitable Latin dance style, but also gradating it so as to be mixable in DJ sets, 'Ain't Nothing But...' delivers compelling call-and-responses and horn-swelling builds. 'Fiesta Bugalu' dubs things out for a reflection on the party just gone, retaining the tempo but relaxing things for extra percussive effect.
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Tags: Latin Funk
! low stock $12.14
Aftershower Funk
Aftershower Funk (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: SJR 404-7. Rel: 20 Feb 25
 
Funk
Aftershower Funk (3:41)
Fin (2:57)
Review: An intriguing song is 'Aftershower Funk', the Latin American musician Joe Bataan's curt salsa single from 1974. Fresh, cologned, groomed, and with towel firmly wrapped round hair, Bataan's largely instrumental track is about as lightfooted as the sprightly young man he was, then at 34 years old. With heavy tin drum and cowbell clangings peppered throughout, a toe-tapping mood is sure to beset the listener. B-sider 'Fin' continues the mood, uniting percussion with piano, brass, whistle and rhythm guitar; a much fuller exercise in triumphant finality.
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Tags: Salsa | Latin Funk
 in stock $13.21
Meu Balanco (reissue)
Cat: MRBLP 266. Rel: 17 Mar 23
 
Jazz
Luar Do Sertao (3:08)
Sonho No Ceu (1:54)
Meu Balanco (3:18)
Lady Samba (2:07)
Apenas Um Coracao Solitario (2:56)
Jael (2:50)
Walking (3:03)
Satiricon (2:37)
Carmen (1:56)
Meiguice (2:22)
Petit Fils (Pour Pablito) (2:41)
Zoraia (3:21)
Review: Mr. Bongo takes us back to the release of Waltel Blanco's jazz-funk masterwork, 'Meu Balanco', first released in 1995. Noted for its accumulation of Blanco's various skills picked up over the course of his years as a session musician in Brazil - for the likes of Marcos Valle and Elis Regina, to name a few - this LP is a rollicking instrumental ride, just as suitable for film soundtracking as it is for home listening. Many-an electric piano, bass lick and buzzing horn cement the vibe of the boom in Latin cinema at the time of its release.
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Tags: MPB | Brazilian | Latin Jazz | Latin Funk
 in stock $21.30
Ahi Gua Guao
Cat: LMNKV 109. Rel: 16 Jun 22
 
International
Ahi Gua Guao (4:15)
El Barrio En La Mirada (3:31)
Tags: Latin | Cuban | Boogaloo | Latin Funk
 in stock $12.14
Nuggets For The Needy Instrumentals
Cat: HOGLP 005. Rel: 11 May 22
 
Funk
Move Yo Ass (3:01)
Its Going Down (3:28)
The Wildstyle (4:31)
Follow Me (3:36)
The Gong (4:05)
We Only Bs (3:52)
Come Down (4:49)
Hazlo Correcto (3:30)
U Know How We Do (2:25)
B-boy (3:34)
Ghetto Hell (4:13)
Cop That Red (3:27)
Review: The legendary Red Astaire aka Freddie Cruger has long been dropping red hot beats. His Biggest for the Needy series is well loved by beat freaks and now he serves up a whole double album of crucial instrumentals on his home label House of Godis. These tunes are infused with the sounds and styles that have defined Red's whole career such as 80s break dancing vibes, boogie and plenty of rap, electro and disco. It's sure to get those rumps wiggling whether digested as a whole album or used by DJs in the club.
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 in stock $29.11
Pick Up The Pieces (reissue)
Cat: BRZ45 019R. Rel: 20 Dec 24
 
Funk
Wilson Das Neves - "Pick Up The Pieces" (3:13)
Som Tres - "Tanga" (2:04)
Review: Mr Bongo restock a brilliant 7" in their signature Brazil 45s series. The nineteenth to grace it, this blue-starred slice of small wax shone a light on Wilson das Neves' brilliant cover of Average White Band's 'Pick Up The Pieces' on the A, as well as a Mr Bongo fave on the B, Som Tres' potent samba-funk overflow 'Tanga'. The former flexes the historic muscles of a mythic Brazilian percussionist and vibesman, lending fidgety soft feels to AWB's already lull-lifting concoction; then 'Tanga' contrasts to this sense of measuredness with pure animal verve, as Tres' calls out to his bandmates commandingly amid whirlwinds of piano and drums.
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 in stock $11.33
La Camita
Cat: VAMPI 45101. Rel: 26 Jan 24
 
Funk
Traffic Sound - "La Camita" (2:48)
Black Sugar - "La Camita 78" (4:27)
Review: Peru has enjoyed a thriving and exciting music scene since the mid-1960s. Bands such as Los Saicos, Los Shain's, and Los York's, to name just a few, released a number of brilliant records that drove young fans crazy and set an example for many to follow. The end of the decade brought about an evolution in sound and new music, as Peruvian bands kept an eye on the groundbreaking British and US artists. One of them was Traffic Sound, founded in Lima in 1967. Over a very short period of time the band managed to successfully develop their career, and by 1971 their Latin influences had overpowered the psychedelic prog vibe of their previous records. The song became a local hit and several versions were recorded by different Peruvian artists. On the other side of this single we find Black Sugar, a Peruvian band considered to be a pioneer group in Latin America in mixing funk influences with rock and Latin rhythms. In 1976, following their gig at Coliseo Amauta in Lima, opening the night for the legendary Spanish band Barrabas, they started to show a growing interest in disco music, resulting in some line-up changes with members leaving the project due to their lack of interest in the new sound and new ones joining in. Their own take on 'La Camita' was released in 1978, and adds a modern twist to the original song.
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 in stock $12.67
Strange Feeling
Strange Feeling (7" limited to 300 copies)
Cat: ZP 92. Rel: 07 Jul 23
 
Soul
Strange Feeling (3:05)
I See Your Face (3:31)
Review: New Mexico musical stalwart, John Wagner, is best known in these parts as the producer of Freddie Chavez's Northern Soul classic, 'They'll Never Know Why'. Throughout his career, John produced various styles of music, flying the flag for the New Mexico sound. His longtime friend and collaborator, the singer, songwriter and multi instrumentalist David Nunez, released a couple of albums in the 70s with John on production duties. Prior to these LPs, a batch of unreleased songs were recorded and recently unearthed from John's archives. Izipho Soul is now honoured to play its small part in preserving the musical legacy of Albuquerque, New Mexico, with two of Nunez' songs freshly pressed on a 7" single!
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Intérprete: Juno Recommends Soul
 in stock $14.02
Pensamiento
Cat: VAMPI 45106. Rel: 11 Sep 24
 
International
Pensamiento (3:31)
Inot (3:30)
Review: This exciting new double-sided 45 from Vampi Soul features two rare and funky dance floor gems from pioneering Colombian artists of the 70s. On one side, Piper Pimienta, who was an early collaborator with Fruko and member of The Latin Brothers, presents 'Pensamiento'' which is a killer Latin funk track from his 1979 album La Fuente that's never been released on a 45 before. Known for his salsa skills and always vibrant live shows, Pimienta's track is a treat for DJs. The flip side showcases Columna de Fuego, a trailblazing group from 1973 known for blending rock with Pacific and Caribbean rhythms. Their track 'Inot' offers a fast-paced delight from their one and only LP.
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Tags: Salsa | Latin Funk | Colombian
 in stock $12.93
Hit The Bongo! The Latin Soul Of Tico Records (75th Anniversary Edition)
VARIOUS
Cat: 725091 0. Rel: 26 Oct 23
 
International
Ray Barretto Y Su Charanga Moderna - "El Watusi" (2:30)
Willie Bobo - "Bobo! Do That Thing" (2:39)
Willie Bobo - "Be's That Way" (3:03)
The Joe Cuba Sextet - "El Pito (I'll Never Go Back To Georgia)" (3:03)
The Joe Cuba Sextet - "Bang! Bang!" (2:32)
Candido - "Madrid" (2:46)
Ray Barretto - "Babalu" (2:07)
Eddie Palmieri & Cal Tjader - "Come An' Get It (Boogaloo)" (2:55)
Tito Puente Y Su Orquestra - "Fat Mama" (2:58)
The Joe Cuba Sextet - "Oh Yeah!" (2:28)
The Joe Cuba Sextet - "Sock It To Me" (2:26)
Tito Puente/La Lupe - "Steak-O-Lean" (3:27)
Tito Puente's Orchestra - "TP's Shing-A-Ling" (2:49)
The Joe Cuba Sextet - "Hey Joe, Hey Joe" (2:44)
The Joe Cuba Sextet - "Psychedelic Baby" (3:10)
Eddie Palmieri & His Orchestra - "The African Twist" (2:33)
La Lupe - "Fever" (2:45)
The Modern Sound Of Al Escobar - "Tighten Up" (2:48)
The Modern Sound Of Al Escobar - "The Horse" (2:11)
Celia Cruz/Tito Puente - "Aquarius/Let The Sun Shine In" (3:37)
Gilberto Sextet - "Yes I Will" (part 1) (3:59)
Tito Puente & His Orchestra - "Hit The Bongo" (3:36)
Tito Puente & His Orchestra - "Oye Como Va" (4:31)
Jimmy Sabater - "Times Are Changin'" (3:09)
The Joe Cuba Sextet - "Do You Feel It?" (3:38)
Joe Panama & Company - "My People" (3:42)
Review: The first Latin soul collection featuring a mix of chart-topping hits and deeper cuts from the crown jewel of the mambo era Tico Records, celebrating the iconic imprint's 75th Anniversary. The 2xLP set includes 26 tracks from trailblazers Tito Puente, Ray Barretto, Joe Cuba, Celia Cruz, Eddie Palmieri, La Lupe, Willie Bobo and more. New liner notes by DJ Dean Rudland tell the story of the New York City label that launched the careers of some of the most revered names in Latin music.
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 in stock $39.37
Four Minutes Of Funk (reissue)
Four Minutes Of Funk (reissue) (7" limited to 250 copies)
Cat: OGR 843R. Rel: 04 Oct 23
 
Funk
Abram & Nestor - "Four Minutes Of Funk" (4:02)
Nestor Alvarez - "El Trombonista" (2:50)
Review: Neil Anderson's Original Gravity loves to look back and revive forgotten classics and that is what it does again here with a quick reissue of something it dropped back in March. This time out it is two more massive slices of tasty Latin funk getting served up. The first is Abram & Nestor's 'Four Minutes Of Funk' which is indeed four minutes of funk that will unite dancefloors from here to eternity with its big organ magic. Nestor Alvarez' 'El Trombonista' is as you might guess denied by its big trombone and also boasts some great horn work. Do not sleep.
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Tags: Latin Funk
 in stock $13.21
Terremoto: Brian Jackson Retouch
Cat: MP 674. Rel: 11 Oct 24
 
Jazz
Terremoto (5:01)
Magic Mushroom World (3:46)
 in stock $13.49
Victoire De La Musique
Victoire De La Musique (gatefold 180 gram vinyl 2xLP)
Cat: HSVL 241. Rel: 14 Feb 24
 
Jazz
Odyssee (4:39)
Venezuela (5:49)
Bebete Vaobora (feat Sabrina Malheiros) (5:16)
Day In Day Out (feat Leroy Thomas) (4:22)
La Derniere Guitare (5:57)
Satori (6:05)
What Did You Run For? (feat Omar) (6:55)
O Ceu E Preto (feat Gyster) (6:56)
Cinq Pour L'aventure (14:54)
Review: French label Heavenly Sweetness France delivers a compelling fusion of jazz, funk, and electronic sounds on this new collection, Victoire De La Musique, from French jazz-funk heroes Cotonete. Across the album, the outfit showcases their virtuosity and creativity, blending intricate melodies with infectious rhythms and plenty of rousing horns, cosmic synths and nods to 70s fusion sounds. The compositions are dynamic and engaging, drawing listeners into a world of musical exploration where, soul, innovation and a certain musical playfulness all freely coexist. Victoire De La Musique is well worthy of a top spot in the contemporary jazz-funk landscape.
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 in stock $33.98
Soul Fingers
VARIOUS
Soul Fingers (gatefold 2xLP)
Cat: UVR 15022. Rel: 29 Jul 22
 
Soul
Betty Wright - "Where Is The Love" (3:58)
Arthur Conley - "Funky Street" (2:23)
Laura Lee - "Crumbs Off The Table" (3:37)
Boogaloo Combo - "Hot Pants Road" (2:07)
Jean Knight - "Carry On" (2:53)
Chuck Womack & The Sweet Souls - "Ham Hocks & Beans" (part 1) (2:45)
Nico Gomez & His Afro Percussion Inc - "Lupita" (3:43)
Roberto Roena Y Su Apollo Sound - "Que Se Sepa" (3:13)
Tim Maia - "Sossego" (3:43)
Charanga 76 - "Music Trance" (5:00)
Jorge Ben - "Cavaleiro Do Cavalo Imaculado" (4:42)
Lonnie Smith - "Do It" (5:57)
Uncle Louie - "I Like Funky Music" (5:35)
Sweet Daddy Floyd - "I Just Can't Help Myself" (4:11)
East Coast - "The Rock" (4:59)
Mavis John - "Use My Body" (4:28)
Goody Goody - "It Looks Like Love" (6:18)
Tracy Weber - "Sure Shot" (7:11)
Intérprete: LEGO EDIT
 in stock $35.32
Radio Chevere
Cat: LEGO 334VL. Rel: 19 Sep 24
 
International
Intro-Love (feat Coco Maria) (0:53)
Casa Loca (0:45)
The Cheeky One (feat Coco Maria) (3:35)
Cacheton (4:18)
Sabrosito (feat Coco Maria) (0:31)
Gwely'r Mr (3:42)
Vamonos! (feat Coco Maria) (1:11)
El Canon (2:00)
The Mountains Of The Mind (0:37)
Padre Tiempo (feat Luzmira Zerpa) (3:09)
El Kinto (feat Coco Maria) (3:13)
Esa Tristeza (feat Nina Miranda & Little Barrie) (0:58)
Bom Dia! (feat Coco Maria) (3:21)
Oh Minha Querida (feat Moreno Veoso, Domenico Lancellotti & Kassin) (0:25)
A Secret Rendez-Vous (feat Coco Maria) (3:24)
Sempre Amor (0:17)
For All The Side Chicos & Chicas (feat Coco Maria) (3:44)
Maybe Man (feat Silvia Machete) (1:13)
Hay Esperanza (feat Coco Maria) (2:42)
She's In LA (feat Young Gun Silver Fox) (1:27)
Todo Chvere (feat Don Leisure & Coco Maria) (3:12)
Review: Rio 18's Radio Chevere is a vibrant, genre-defying musical experience that resists being neatly boxed in. Part mixtape, part radio show, it's a sprawling tribute to Tropical Music, bursting with energy, sincerity, and groove.
Guided by guest DJ Coco Maria, Radio Chevere embarks on a sonic journey across multiple continents. From the samba rhythms of Brazil to Venezuelan salsa and even Californian psychedelic disco, the album becomes a musical metaphor for migrationicelebrating the movement of people, sounds, and stories.Collaboration lies at the heart of this record. Brazilian legends the +2's appear on the soft samba ballad 'Oh Minha Querida', while transatlantic Yacht Rockers Young Gun Silver Fox bring laid-back charm to 'She's In LA'. Silvia Machete from Sao Paulo adds an infectious funk vibe to 'Maybe Man', and Venezuelan icon Luzmira Zerpa delivers rhythmic intensity on 'Padre Tiempo'. The album's linguistic variety is equally impressive, blending Spanish, Portuguese, Welsh, and English into one rich tapestry. Founder Carwyn Ellis, having explored Latin music since Rio 18's 2018 inception, takes a step back from singing on Radio Chevere, focusing instead on songwriting and production. With bold cover art by Colombian artist Yoda, Radio Chevere is a lively and heartfelt celebration of the diverse influences that make up its unique sound.
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Tags: Latin disco | Latin | Samba | Latin Funk | Cumbia
 in stock $25.61
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