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Rare and Original Vinyl in the Basement!

In case you didn't know the basement of the Sounds of the Universe record store holds the largest selection of rare USA, UK and vinyl from around the world in London (all of it online).

We specialise in jazz, soul, funk, reggae, disco, latin, african, brazilian, house as well as rock, soundtracks and more.

Every one of our original vinyl albums and singles are fully GUARANTEED. We only sell records of a quality that we feel we would be happy with. You should assume the condition of the record is great unless stated otherwise. So if you're not happy then we're not happy - any problems just return and get a full refund.

These original records are only one copy in stock - so if you want one you need to be quick, don't wait around!

See all our original vinyl here.

(You can then select any genre, format you prefer etc)

Brand New OFFICIAL Studio One T-Shirts

Soul Jazz Records bring you Brand new OFFICIAL Studio One - nuff colours and sizes. See them all here

Ten Essential Soul Jazz Records releases

Read here top 10 essential Soul Jazz Records albums on FACT Mag/Vinyl Factory.

Next Fri 16th Sep at 7pm! SOUL JAZZ RECORDS PRESENTS MONTHLY BLAXPLOITATION FILMS AT REGENT STREET CINEMA

Buy tickets/info now here

Opening night: PAM GRIER is FOXY BROWN. One-off screening next Fri 16th Sep at Regent Street Cinema, London + free Funk & Soul party after the film. Doors open 7pm, film starts 7.30 then music to 11pm.

Map (2 mins from Oxford Circus tube) here.


ADRIAN SHERWOOD LIVE!

This Thurs 23rd June rare live in-store DJ set & signing by the legendary Adrian Sherwood. 6-7.30pm

Studio One Dub Fire Special!

Out now! Buy/listen here

"Brilliant, absolutely superb collection, a hand-picked selection of dubs straight out of Studio One" David Rodigan

Boombox

You can listen & order your copy now here. Shipping this Friday 20th May!

New on Soul Jazz Records


Soul Jazz Records DJ party at Ronnie Scotts, London this Sun 15 May

Party with Joe Davis (Far Out Records).  6-12pm £5 Info 020 7734 3341 See here

Don Cheadle working at Sounds of the Universe!

Don Cheadle talks about the new Miles Davis film at Sounds of the Universe for the BBC!

Watch the feature piece here

New Releases

Tee MacNight Illusion (1980)Soul Jazz Records
Soul Jazz Records’ are releasing Tee Mac’s ‘Night Illusion’, a lost classic Nigerian Afro soul meets disco boogie funk album originally released in Nigeria in 1980 as a private-press release of 1000 copies on the enigmatic artists’ own label. Impossibly hard to find, the record remains practically… Read more
Tee MacNight Illusion (1980)Soul Jazz Records
Soul Jazz Records’ are releasing Tee Mac’s ‘Night Illusion’, a lost classic Nigerian Afro soul meets disco boogie funk album originally released in Nigeria in 1980 as a private-press release of 1000 copies on the enigmatic artists’ own label. Impossibly hard to find, the record remains practically… Read more
Sun RaSpace Is The Place (Soundtrack)Sutro Park
Available on vinyl for the first time ever is the soundtrack to the legendary Sun Ra film, Space Is The Place. Featuring some of Sun Ra's most adventurous and uncompromising compositions ever, the soundtrack incorporates vocal chants, harsh synthesizer and organ… Read more
Sory BambaDu MaliAfrica Seven
One of the most pivotal figures in the history of Malian music is Sorry Bamba. His work spans five decades and his music bridges the gap between Mali's cultural traditions and new the music which arose from the musical cross overs which occurred in Mali's post-Colonial period.  In 1957 Sorry… Read more
Pura Vida Presents: Beach Diggin' Volume 4 Hand Picked By Mambo & GutsVariousHeavenly Sweetness
14 more exquisite funky grooves of the rare variety to provide the ideal soundtrack for chilling on the beach.As usual with Beach Diggin' the selectors have uncovered gems from across the globe including tracks from Boris Gardiner, Taxi, Bebeto and moreEssential tunes for the… Read more
GeminiImagine A NationAnotherday
Anotherday reissue Gemini's most complete, varied and wildly innovative Chicago house album to date - the classic 'Imagine - A - Nation' which appeared on Cajmere's / Green Velvet's Cajual records offshoot, Relief records, in '97. Essential! 
BitoriLegend Of Funana (The Forbidden Music Of Cape Verde Islands)Analog Africa
The follow up to the highly acclaimed "Space Echo" compilation is another offering from the magical Cape Verde islands.  In 1997, a quiet, unassuming man of 59 years old named Victor Tavares - better known as Bitori walks into a studio for the very first time to record… Read more
Pepe BradockBaby CraddockAtavisme
Prince of the left-of-centre club groove is back! Pepe Bradock moves effortlessly between slamming house rhythm to more delirious, eccentric, modular experiments. 
Robert Glasper ExperimentArtscienceBlue Note
The prolific Robert Glasper is back with another new album for 2016. This is a slight change in direction with him and his talented band trying their hands at some electronic neo-soul. Couple of nice jazz cuts thrown in around it, definitely worth a shot! 
Vaudou GameKidayuHot Casa
Since Vaudou Games's 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. This, their second album is jam packed full of unbeatable afro-beat voodoo rhythms, funk… Read more
Roberto De SimoneII° Coro Delle LavandaieArcheo Recordings
This is the incredible "II° Coro Delle Lavandaie" from Roberto De Simone. A Neopolitan record that sounds like it's come from the heart of Africa. Originally from an opera, the tribal chants and pulsating rhythms have made this an instantly recognisable and sought after record. Include's the original… Read more
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  • 1. Ii Coro delle Lavandaie (unreleased 12" long version)
  • 2. Ii Coro delle Lavandaie (Leo Mas & Fabrice Balearic Voodoo mix)
  • 3. i Coro delle Lavandaie (Original 12" 1976 version)
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Sahara All Stars Band Of JosSahara All Stars Of JosPMG
Reissue of one of the 'holy grail' afrobeat albums from Sahara All Stars Of Jos, whose self-titled LP of 1978 originally appeared on Nigerian EMI records. A tight, funky sonic gem and a timely reminder that, in 70's, the groove was strong all over Nigeria. Essential. 
AfricanoOpen Your Heart Pt. 1 / Satisfactorize Your MindSuncut
New, London-based label Suncut open for business with two rare, mid-70's modern soul gems from the vault of Hi Records. Produced by little known group, Africano these two breezy, club friendly soul tunes have been officially reissued for the very first time on this promising label! 
King Sporty & The Root RockersFire Keep On BurningKonduko
Pure badness all over this 1979 Jamaican Disco-Funk odyssey! King Sporty should be no stranger to those of you with a keen ear for esoteric underground Disco sounds, his tracks have been getting serious airtime since the 1970's. Here's another essential rarity to add to your collection!   
Dennis AylerNo Comment EPDennis Ayler Music
The mystery man Dennis Ayler was first introduced to us via 22a music earlier this year with his heavyweight debut release 'Put It On You'. He now returns on his own imprint Dennis Ayler Music. His debut EP 'No Comment' gives the listener a chance to step into Dennis Ayler's world, where drum… Read more
Afterschool Special: The 123s Of Kid SoulVariousNumero
Numero select a number of obscure 70's soul and funk sung by wannabe child stars of the time! Sadly all faded into obscurity after, but there's a killer selection of floor-friendly funk and sweet soul music! Check the awesome 'Runnin’ Wild (Ain’t Gonna Help You)' by Scott Three!
  • 1. Bethlehem Center Children’s Choir – I’m A Special Kid
  • 2. Scott Three – Runnin’ Wild (Ain’t Gonna Help You)
  • 3. Jimi Hill – Guessing Games
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Dada Cantona / ContoursCanal / The Dada LoopFly High Society
Ruff sounding, hard latin vibes backed with some deliriously deep, jazzy house tropes from forward-thinkers, Fly High Society. 22a, Dennis Ayler, Rhythm Section Int. fans check! Comes with a download code redeemable from the label.
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SussoKeiraSoundway
Susso, aka bassist / producer Huw Bennett, creates music inspired by, and directly sampling, the magnificent sounds of the Mandinka people, recorded during a recent trip to Gambia. Initially travelling with the aim of gaining perspective as a musician and to discover a new world of music first hand, Huw… Read more
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The Comet Is ComingChannel The SpiritsLeaf
Mercury music prize nominees, The Comet Is Coming release their anticipated album of rugged, energetic jazz compositions that hit hard like the most ferocious Sun Ra compositions, melded with the kosmiche, psychedelia of Neu! Huge shop recommendation! 
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NaduveThe Race For A HandshakeDisco Halal
Another hot release from Disco Halal! Naduve works and abundance of exotic new wave and cosmic club flavours on this strong, strong EP release. Killer! 
Jan Ketel & SiggatunezTo Be Overmodest EPTieffrequent
Deep, smudged, Detroit-style house flavours from Jan Ketel & Siggatunez nodding to the woozy  sample-style of Pepe Braddock and the jazzy mood of KDJ - massive 12"!
Nigeria Soul FeverAfro Funk, Disco and Boogie - West African Disco Mayhem!Soul Jazz Records
Soul Jazz Records’ new Nigeria Soul Fever is their first release to explore the vast wealth of Nigerian music recorded in the 1970s. The new album comes with introductory sleevenotes by Bill Brewster (author of Last Night A DJ Saved My Life). Packed-full with Afro-Funk, Disco and Boogie all… Read more
  • 1. Joni Haastrup – Free My People
  • 2. Christy Essien – You Can't Change A Man
  • 3. Akin Richards & The Executives – Afrikana Disco
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Chaos in the CBDInvisible SpectrumRhythm Section International
South London favourites Chaos in the CBD come back to Rhythm Section International one year after their breakthrough EP ‘Midnight in Peckham’. This follow up EP is an equally sublime collection of tracks that revel in the late night soulful feel that Chaos in The CBD have… Read more
La Torre Volumen UnoVariousHostel La Torre Recordings
Excellent compilation from Mark Barrott of International Feel records - focusing on the dreamy, Balearic music scene inspired by the heady experiences on the 'White Isle. Features music from the likes of Francis Bebey, Penguin Cafe Orchestra, DJ Harvey, Cantoma, Finis… Read more
Dream House Tropicana Volume 1VariousBlind Jacks Journey
Volume 001 of The Dream House Tropical series with a super tropical fish stamp! As always with the dream house series this wicked comp does exactly what it says on the tin. Five dreamy house cuts with a more tropical edge to them. Don't sleep!!!
Yoshinori HayashiThe Forgetting Curve EP (inc. DJ Sotofett remix)Jinn Records
First release on Raw M.T.'s Jinn Records imprint, Japanese producer Yoshinori Hayashi continues his left-field electronic experiments debuted last year on Going Good with a visually-evocative voyage through ambiguous collages of distorted broken-beat tropes and far-east soundscapes. On the flip, DJ Sotofett… Read more
ZombyUltraHyperdub
Brand new album from Zomby. it's been 3 long years since his last album, it's safe to say the man still has it! His ultra-modern sound has a unique character, and 'Ultra' really displays his ability to create varied and detailed mutations fusing grime, 2-step, house and various other forms… Read more
Man FridayLove Honey, Love HeartacheVinylmania
Absolute classic tune, forever associated with Larry Levan and the Paradise Garage. All the elements of a Paradise Garage track are here; Dub Echoes, Synth Basslines, Percussions that linger, FX -that one can only dream of hearing on a Richard Long System- and an Organ, because after all,… Read more
  • 1. Love Honey, Love Heartache (Larry Levan mix - vocal)
  • 2. Love Honey, Love Heartache (Larry Levan mix - acappella)
  • 3. Love Honey, Love Heartache (Larry Levan mix - instrumental)
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Levon VincentNS-14Novel Sound
Heavy warehouse-style acid vibes from the man, Levon Vincent! backed with a killer chop-up of  Mike Oldfield's haunting classic 'Tubular Bells'. Another indispensable release on his Novel Sound label!
Mo KoloursVersion Like Sun (inc. Jeen Bassa, Reginald Omas Mamode IV & DJ Sotofett mixes)One Handed Music
New versions of tunes from Mo Kolours' 'Texture Like Sun' LP! Features the much-requested, sideways dub / house mixes from DJ Sotofett and additional productions from 22a's Jeen Bassa and the mighty Reginald Omas Mamode IV! Limited copies available...
LnrdcroyOoze CityMood Hut
Killer new 12" on the mighty Mood Hut from Lnrdcroy, a record that is apparently dear to their hearts! We love this one! The title track "Ooze City" is the one and see's Lnrdcroy's usual deep melodic house style turned on it's head as he transports us back to the mid 90's with a late… Read more
ZombyWhere Were You In '92? (Black vinyl reissue)CVLT Music
Zomby revisits the sound of early 1990s hardcore/breakbeat with loads of looped-up Amen-style drum breaks, hoover bass, ragga vocal samples, double-speed wailing soul divas, air horns, sirens, and stabby keyboard riffs! This is ace! Maybe you are a jaded old raver wanting to relive that first… Read more
Compton WhiteEPSweetboys
Sweetboys records launch with a stunning EP from newcomer Compton White. Simply titled 'EP', six tracks meld industrial R&B futurism with brittle, crunk instrumentals and vivid synth experiments. A must for fans of Arca, Lotic, Kelela, FKA Twigs etc. 
Hidden SpheresWell WellRhythm Section International
Rhythm Section International’s 12th release comes from Mancunian producer, Hidden Spheres. A versatile EP, spanning over 5 tracks, he brings together his percussive summery house vibes as well as some deep jazzy instrumental soul cuts! 'Well Well' is the one for us though - killer jazzy house business;… Read more
Zomby X BurialSweetzHyperdub
Pow - here it is folks! A collaboration between Zomby and Burial pressed up on a very limited, single-sided 10"! 
Betty HarrisMean Man / I'm Gonna Git YaSoul Jazz Records
EXCLUSIVE NEW 45rpm - ONLY available direct from Soul Jazz Records or Sounds of the Universe.This is our second Betty Harris single in our series of New Orleans essential Funk 45s.THIS 7-inch can ONLY be bought directly here from Soul Jazz Records or Sounds of the Universe websites… Read more
Nigeria Freedom Sounds!Popular Music and The Birth Of Independent Nigeria 1960-63: Calypso, Highlife, Apala, Mambo, JujuSoul Jazz Records
Soul Jazz Records’ new Nigeria Freedom Sounds! features a stunning selection of material spotlighting the vibrant musical scene in Nigeria at the start of the 1960s. With a wealth of musical and cultural history and newly independent from Britain, Nigerian music during this era was complex, diverse… Read more
  • 1. I.K. Dairo and his Blue Spots – E Ma Mobun Saya
  • 2. Chris Ajilo and his Cubanos – Ariwo
  • 3. I.K. Dairo and his Blue Spots – Aye Wa Kael
  • View full info and tracklisting

New Vinyl - Just In 1000s of Jazz, Funk & Soul Classic Albums

Ann SextonThe Beginning (1977)Sound Stage 7
Wicked, wicked, wicked funky female Memphis southern soul.
Funk/Soul
John ColtraneA Love Supreme (1964)Impulse!
100% essential deep jazz classic! Searching, yearning, BEAUTIFUL spiritual jazz of the highest order! This is considered by many to be his best album and...
John Coltrane
James MasonRhythm of Life (1977)Chiaroscuro
Absolutely essential jazz funk album! A rare groove classic and the only album James Mason recorded. Every track's a winner but look out for "Sweet...
Funk/Soul, Jazz
Bernard WrightNard (1981)Arista
Rare groove classic! Bernard Wright was part of the Tom Browne/Don Blackman crew that emerged from a musical academy in Queens NY in the late seventies...
Funk/Soul
Marvin GayeWhat's Going OnMotown
Essential, classsic, soul masterpiece!.
Marvin Gaye
Roy Ayers UbiquityEverybody Loves The SunshinePolydor
Mellow rare groove classic featuring the blissed out must have title track "Everybody Loves The Sunshine", "It Ain't Your Sign It's Your Mind" and more!
Roy Ayers, Roy Ayers
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Marvin GayeTrouble ManMotown
Classic blaxploitation soundtrack! Amazing laidback soul and jazz grooves! Every track is a killer, check especially "T Plays It Cool" and "Trouble Man"!!!
Black Action Soundtracks, Marvin Gaye
Doug Hammond David Durrah Otis Harris And Charles MetcaReflections In The Sea Of NurnenTribe
C-L-A-S-S-I-C deep jazz masterpiece on the cult indy label Tribe out of Detroit! This is essential leftfield jazz with vocals and a soul music influence...
Jazz
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Larry Young's FuelLarry Young's FuelArista
Totally essential super-funky heavyweight funky fusion from Larry Young! It's incredible to think that Larry Young developed from his years at Blue...
Jazz, Funk/Soul
Curtis MayfieldSuper FlyCurtom
CLASSIC blaxpoitation soundtrack full of excellent and much sampled funky tracks! Orig. = UK pressing in great condition non-gatefold
Curtis Mayfield
Doug CarnInfant EyesBlack Jazz
MONSTER deep jazz with vocals from Jean Carn. Recommended.
Jazz
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Fred Wesley & The New J.B.'sBreakin' Bread (1974)People
Essential JB's album produced by James Brown and full to the brim with funk! 'Breakin Bread', 'Rockin Watergate', 'Little Boy Black' and loads more classic...
Funk/Soul
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Oneness Of JujuAfrican RhythmsBlack Fire Music
Funky deep jazz!
Jazz
Pharoah SandersJourney To The One (1980)Theresa
Includes the deep jazz dance Dingwalls classic "You've Got To Have Freedom", a Gilles Peterson favourite and one of the biggest tunes of the day - highly...
Jazz
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Gil Scott-Heron & Brian JacksonBridges (1977)Arista
A change of style musically as Gil moves from his early/mid-seventies Midnight Band to a sparser keyboard sound provided by partner Brian Jackson on gems...
Gil Scott-Heron, Gil Scott-Heron
Sun RaThe Night Of The Purple MoonSaturn
Super rare early 70s set Sun Ra with John Gilmore on percussion as well as tenor sax. Includes "Love In Outer Space". Super deep and funky! As featured...
Jazz
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Baby HueyThe Baby Huey Story - The Living LegendCurtom
His only solo album, recorded just before his untimely death: great psychedelic soul featuring a cover of Curtis Mayfield's "Hard Times" and Sam Cooke's...
Funk/Soul
Sun RaArt Forms Of Dimensions TomorrowSaturn
Released on Saturn in 1965, but recorded four or five years earlier, this is often considered the first of Ra's 'outside' recordings, with a definitive...
Jazz
Creative SourceCreative Source (1973)Polydor
Superb soul album featuring the classic tracks: "You Cant Hide Love" & "Who Is He And What Is He To You". A must have album. 
Funk/Soul
Curtis MayfieldCurtisWarners
C-l-a-s-s-i-c album including 'Move On Up'!
Curtis Mayfield
The HeadhuntersSurvival Of The Fittest (1975)Arista
Super funky Herbie Hancock spin-off project featuring the musicians from his classic 'Headhunters' album. Includes the ultimate funk track "God Made Me...
Jazz, Funk/Soul
James BrownIt's A Mother (1969)King
Must-have JB album featuring the monster funk classic "Mother Popcorn"and many more !
James Brown
Sun RaCosmos (1977)Inner City
Recorded in Paris in 1976, this album has an eerie, outer space vibe. Featuring John Gilmore on tenor, Marshall Allen on alto and flute, Danny Thompson...
Jazz
Marlena ShawThe Spice Of Life (1969)Cadet
All-time seminal album from Marlena Shaw recorded for Chess in 1969, arranged and produced by the great Charles Stepney and Richard Evans, featuring the...
Funk/Soul
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Sun RaAngels And Demons At Play (1967)Saturn Research
Seminal deep jazz with 'Tiny Pyramids'. Recorded in Chicago late 50s - a true high point! All-star line-up, essential recording:
Jazz
The Ramsey Lewis TrioAnother Voyage (1969)Cadet
Amazing, super-funky album supervised by Charles Stepney with the classic trio line-up of bassist Cleveland Eaton and EWF's Maurice White on drums! Includes...
Jazz
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Stevie WonderInnervisions (1973)Tamla
Perhaps the best album from Stevie Wonder! Classic Margouleff and Cecil production. Every track's a winner! Superb mid-70s space age psychedelic...
Stevie Wonder
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Current Bestsellers

Betty DavisThe Columbia Years 1968-1969Light In The Attic
One can hardly imagine Prince, Erykah Badu, or Outkast without the influence of Betty Davis. Her style of raw and revelatory punk-funk defies any notions...
Funk/Soul
Evil Needle & SiveyConstructive InterferenceSoulection
Wicked new beat-tape business from Evil Needle & Sivey who work neon soul touches over delirious hip-hop / trap rhythms. Killer release...
Hip-Hop, Electronic
SaafronReishiLeaving Records
Stones Throw affiliate (curated by Matthewdavid), Leaving Records drops this killer LP of instrumental boom-bap manoeuvres from Dakim Saadiq's Saafron...
Hip-Hop, Electronic
DJ Slym FasLuv MusicIntangible Records & Soundworks
Next fantastic re-issue on Intangible comes from DJ Slym Fas!  His legendary release from 1997 comes around with fresh mastering. Special...
House Music, Classic House
Dennis AylerNo Comment EPDennis Ayler Music
The mystery man Dennis Ayler was first introduced to us via 22a music earlier this year with his heavyweight debut release 'Put It On You'. He...
House Music, Detroit and Chicago
ZombyUltraHyperdub
Brand new album from Zomby. it's been 3 long years since his last album, it's safe to say the man still has it! His ultra-modern sound has a...
House Music, BASS/Dubstep/Grime
Chaos in the CBDInvisible SpectrumRhythm Section International
South London favourites Chaos in the CBD come back to Rhythm Section International one year after their breakthrough EP ‘Midnight...
Deep House
Levon VincentNS-14Novel Sound
Heavy warehouse-style acid vibes from the man, Levon Vincent! backed with a killer chop-up of  Mike Oldfield's haunting classic 'Tubular Bells'. Another...
Techno
DJ WaveAbove The CloudsDJ Wave
First release from DJ Wave on his own 'Dj Wave' imprint, a Lobster Theremin offshoot. Absolute dance floor destruction on the A-side with 'Do It', followed...
Deep House, Detroit and Chicago
Mo KoloursVersion Like Sun (inc. Jeen Bassa, Reginald Omas Mamode IV & DJ Sotofett mixes)One Handed Music
New versions of tunes from Mo Kolours' 'Texture Like Sun' LP! Features the much-requested, sideways dub / house mixes from DJ Sotofett and...
Electronic , Hip-Hop
PaternosterPaternosterNow-Again Records
First official reissue of this Austrian prog-psych masterpiece! This is an LP whose original pressing has sold for nearly a staggering $10,000! An...
Rock, German Rock & Electronic, Soundtracks & Library music
ZombyWhere Were You In '92? (Black vinyl reissue)CVLT Music
Zomby revisits the sound of early 1990s hardcore/breakbeat with loads of looped-up Amen-style drum breaks, hoover bass, ragga vocal samples, double-speed...
BASS/Dubstep/Grime, Jungle
Selectors 001 - Motor City Drum EnsembleVariousDekmantel
Motor City Drum Ensemble selects some of his favourite spins ranging from the old school Chicago house of 'Essence Of A Dream' by Risque III through to...
House Music, Disco
SunburstAve Africa (Reissue)Strut
A definitive collection of recordings on Strut from one of Tanzania’s most revered but short-lived bands of the 1970s, Sunburst. Covering their...
African
Greg Belson's Divine Disco: American Gospel Disco (1974-1984)VariousCultures Of Soul
Killer up-beat gospel comp from Greg Belson and Cultures of Soul. Divine Disco delivers a snapshot in time encapsulating the raw power of spiritual...
Gospel, Disco
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Kassem MosseChilazonHonest Jon's Records
Kassem Mosse's anticipated 'Chilazon' finally arrives on Honest Jon's! Three tracks that stride functional club rhythm to razor sharp techno experimentation....
Techno
Big Mean Sound MachineBlank Slate 014Blank Slate
Big Mean Sound Machine is a twelve-piece Afrobeat band native to Ithaca, New York. The band’s voluminous sound combines big band aesthetics,...
Funk/Soul, African , Electronic
Digital ZandoliVariousHeavenly Sweetness
Hot on the heels of the excellent ‘Kouté Jazz’, Heavenly Sweetness are back with a new compilation featuring ultra rare disco,...
Tropical/World/Outernational, Compilations, Funk/Soul, Disco
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Bell TowersI'm Coming UpPublic Possession
Australian talent, Bell Towers drops a doozy for Public Possession, working micro-disco samples into the peak time banger, 'I'm Coming Up'. Some killer,...
House Music
Les Vikings De La GuadeloupeEnko On Ti Tou 1966-2016Heavenly Sweetness
A compilation of music from one of the most important French Antillean band of the 60’s and the 70’s. They bring a unique mix of Biguine,...
Tropical/World/Outernational
Kourosh YaghmaeiMalek JamshidNow-Again
Iranian rock guitarist and singer Kourosh Yaghmaei latest album, banned in his country, released to the world at last. It has been 13 years in...
Turkish/Middle Eastern, Rock, Tropical/World/Outernational
Venezuela 70Cosmic Visions Of A Latin American Earth: Venezuelan Experimental Rock In The 1970sSoul Jazz Records
Soul Jazz Records’ new Venezuela 70 is the first-ever album of its kind to take a look at the groundbreaking experimental rock music made in Venezuela...
Rock, Latin, Tropical/World/Outernational
Space Echo: The Mystery Behind the Cosmic Sound of Cabo Verde Finally Revealed!VariousAnalog Africa
Analog Africa presents a compilation of dancefloor grooves from Cabo Verde, revealing the mystery behind the island's cosmic synth sound. Located 350 miles...
African , Cosmic
Kaytranada99.9%XL Recordings
Kaytranada presents his highly anticipated debut album ‘99.9%’ via XL Recordings. The album finds the Haitian born, Montreal raised producer delivering...
Hip-Hop, Electronic
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RaimeToothBlackest Ever Black
Raime are back with a follow up on the post-dubstep experiments of 'Quarter Turns Over A Living Line' with Tooth'. The album reduces elements of cold-wave...
Electronic
Ruutu PoissKiigedLevels
Debut release on Jon Rust's excellent Levels label by Ruutu Poiss. Quality techno deepness nodding to the early UK sound of classic Irdial, A.I.-era...
Techno
House Of Doors The Dolphin Hotel Affair Vol.1 (Repress)Mood Hut
Sleek dubby deep house from the ultra consistent Mood Hut stable. The fifth one from the label, Canadian artist Layne Brown AKA House Of Doors. 'Filter...
House Music
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BoomboxEarly Independent Hip Hop, Electro and Disco Rap 79 - 82Soul Jazz Records
Out now! Soul Jazz Records’ new ‘Boombox’ features some of the many innovative underground first-wave of rap records made in New York in the period...
Hip-Hop
Jessy LanzaOh NoHyperdub
Lush, neon-hued synth pop coloured by the sweet R&B indebted vocal from Jessy Lanza. Killer production partnership between Lanza and Jeremy Greenspan of...
Electronic
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Sam GellaitryEscapism EPXL Recordings
Huge second EP from bass / trap / beatmaking upstart, Sam Gellaitry! 'Escapism' works colourful synth hooks in and out of crushing side-chained beats -...
Hip-Hop, BASS/Dubstep/Grime, Electronic
  • 12" EP£10.99
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The Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band55Big Crown Records
Since debuting in 2007, The Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band have delivered a string of killer singles that join the dots between heavy funk, steel band music,...
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NxWorriesLink Up & SuedeStones Throw Records
The very first release from the man of the moment Anderson .Paak and LA beatmaker Knxwledge. The EP includes the new single “Link Up,” “Suede”...
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DiscozmaDiscozmaJahmoni Music
Cosmic disco vibrations and deep house manoeuvres from this Austrian-based crew, Discozma!
New Disco and re-edits
WorkdubWorkdubMusic From Memory
Amsterdam reissue label Music From Memory continue their 12" series with a long overdue reissue of 4 tracks from St. Louis outfit Workdub. Formed...
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Count Ossie & The Mystic Revelation Of RastafariTales Of MozambiqueSoul Jazz Records
Soul Jazz Records are releasing Count Ossie and The Mystic Revelation’s seminal 1975 album Tales of Mozambique in an expanded double album/single CD/digital...
Reggae
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Dennis AylerNo Comment EPDennis Ayler Music
The mystery man Dennis Ayler was first introduced to us via 22a music earlier this year with his heavyweight debut release 'Put It On You'. He...
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Roy Ayers UbiquityMystic Voyage (1975)Polydor
Includes "Brother Green", "Evolution" and the killer "Life Is Just A Moment"
Roy Ayers, Roy Ayers
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Grant GreenShades Of Green (1972)Blue Note
Killer funk jazz - Grant Green in the zone at his height. produced by Wade Marcus. This is the BOMB.First pressing blue/white Liberty labels, Van...
Jazz
Stan GetzFocus (1961)Verve
Stan Getz with vocal and strings composed and arranged by Eddie Sauter Vinyl is original USA gatefold album first pressing MONO
Jazz
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The Cannonball Adderley QuintetPlus (1961)Riverside
Original = Original Riverside STERO   Classic soul jazz released on Riverside Records in 1961 Cannonball Adderley - alto saxophone Nat...
Jazz
The Cannonball Adderley Quintet & OrchestraThe Cannonball Adderley Quintet & Orchestra (1970)Capitol
Heavy, heavy, heavy - produced by David Axelrod. USA original (w/small cutout drill hole)
Jazz
The BeatlesBeatles '65 (1964)Capitol Records
Original first Mono pressing  USA vinyl. Cat no T 2228 (top spine 2inch part split, vinyl great!)
Rock
Jack BruceSongs For A Tailor (1969)Atco Records
Tough, tough album. USA original vinyl(bottom spine split/tape)
Rock
Angela BofillAngel Of The Night (1979)Arista
Includes wicked vocal fusion version of 'People Make the World Go Round'
Jazz, Funk/Soul
AirtoFree (1972)CTI
Tough Brazilian meets Jazz fusion from Airto Moreira, produced by Creed Taylor in 1972 for CTI! Line-up includes Flora Purim, Ron Carter, Chick Corea,...
Brazilian, Jazz
Brother To BrotherLet Your Mind Be Free (1976)Turbo
Ron Hardy fave! Original USA vinyl 
Funk/Soul, Loft/Garage/Warehouse Disco
Willie BoboSpanish Grease (1965)Verve Records
Excellent latin boogaloo jazz sounds from Harlem's finest Willie Bobo. ORIGINAL USA VINYL (tape on spine)
Jazz, Latin
Gato BarbieriCaliente! (1976)A&M
Featuring the jazz dance/Gilles Peterson anthem  "Fiesta"!
Jazz, Latin Jazz
AztecaAzteca (1972)Columbia
Killer latin funk jazz fusion 
Latin Jazz, Funk/Soul
Roy AyersNo Stranger To Love (1979)Polydor
Includes "Don't Stop The Feeling" and a great version of Bobby Caldwell's "What You Won't Do For Love"
Roy Ayers, Roy Ayers
Donald ByrdCaricatures (1976)Blue Note
Donald Byrd in the zone - 1976, Mizell Brothers production. Line-up includes Harvey Mason, Alphonse Mouzon, Patrice Rushen, Skip Scarborough, Gary Bartz,...
Donald Byrd
Jackie & RoyGrassCapitol Records
Jackie Cain and Roy Kral WICKED album by jazz vocal pair Jackie and Roy - Groovy 60s pop/psyche/groove with some nice Deidre Wilson Tabac meets Kenny...
Jazz
Donald Byrd And 125th Street, N.Y.CLove Byrd (1981)Elektra
Features the rare groove anthem "Love Has Come Around"!
Donald Byrd
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Big BlackLion Walk (1968)UNI Records
INCREDIBLE percussive funk afro bomb album. Original vinyl copy - rare! GUARANTEED
Funk/Soul, African
  • Original LP£40.00
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Bill Withers Just As I Am Big Break
Original = UK pressing in great conditionThe 1971 debut album from singer/songwriter Bill Withers! Organic, folky soul with hit after hit on this fantastic...
Funk/Soul
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James BrownHandful Of Soul ( 1966)Mercury
WICKED JB instrumentals with the man at the organ. Original USA vinyl
Funk/Soul
Wilbur NilesThrust (1983)Montage
Private-press fusion jazz album from Wilbur Niles and Thrust released on the tiny Montage label out of Philadelphia. Check the latin-tinged San Juan Hustle Rare!...
Jazz
Milt Jackson OrchestraBig Bags (1962)Riverside
Killer soul jazz. Original first pressing Riverside Records, 1962. Peachy condition!
Jazz
Rusty BryantSoul Liberation (1970)Prestige
Superb original USA mauve label first pressing (and first design sleeve) Prestige. Classic soul jazz Prestige monster with Rusty Bryant on sax, Virgil...
Jazz
Archie Bell & The DrellsI Can't Stop Dancing (1968)Atlantic
Wicked 60s soul with the Gamble/Huff produced 'I Just Can't Stop Dancing'. Original=USA orig Atlantic vinyl w/ original Atlantic inner. GUARANTEED
Funk/Soul
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Nikki Giovanni And The New York Community ChoirTruth Is On Its Way (1971)Right-On
with the wicked proto-rap monster: Ego Tripping. Wicked and rare female proto rap poetry with percussion. Original USA vinyl. RARE 
Funk/Soul
AirtoFingers (1973)CTI
Heavyweight album from 1973 on CTI. This is one of Airto's finest albums - heavyweight Brazilian Jazz fusion featuring the killer "Tombo In 7/4" which...
Jazz, Brazilian
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Madeline BellI'm Gonna Make You Love Me (1968)Philips
Rare debut USA album (her second) for the great UK vocalist Madeline Bell, 1968. Loads of killer soul tunes. GUARANTEED ORIGINAL
Funk/Soul
Miles DavisIn Concert (1973)Columbia
Heavyweight USA original double gatefold vinyl, recorded live at Philharmonic Hall, New York
Jazz

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Din A TestbildProgramm 1 (Reissue)Mannequin
Reissued on Berlin-based Mannequin records, the debut from Din A Testbild, originally released in 1980 - considered something of an...
German Rock & Electronic, Mimimal Synth and Cold Wave, Post-Punk
Din A TestbildProgramm 2 (Reissue)Mannequin
Reissued on Berlin-based Mannequin records, the second full-length from Din A Testbild originally appeared on Klaus Schulze's legendary...
German Rock & Electronic, Post-Punk, Mimimal Synth and Cold Wave
Mary ClarkTake Me I'm YoursLa Shawn
Anthem alert!!! Super cool uptempo underground soul/disco on Patrick Adams La Shawn label. Highly recommended reissue with original art work. As spun...
Funk/Soul, Disco
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Doc DaneekaNever Wanna Lose You / Got MeTen Thousand Yen
After constant ID requests all year, Doc Daneeka finally drops these two new powerhouse jams fresh for summer - vinyl only, for...
House Music
FalloutThe Morning AfterFourth Floor Records
Fallout ‘The Morning After’, was originally released in 1987 on the legendary Fourth Floor Records. Originally recorded as a 17 minute opus, the track...
House Music, Classic House
VolcovFreedom Of The MindSounds Familair
Third in a series of special 45’s from the Sounds Familiar crew, right after Sadar Bahar and Danny Krivit editions - it’s Volcov’s turn. After he...
New Disco and re-edits
Delia Derbyshire & Elsa StansfieldCircle of Light (Original Electronic Soundtrack Recording)Trunk Records
A highly important and unreleased soundtrack created in 1972 by musician Delia Derbyshire and artist Elsa Stansfield. A mix of concrete ideas, sound...
Soundtracks & Library music
Nasty BoySouthern SideANMA Records
Killer, deep house vibes from Nasty Boy on an old school Larry Heard tip! Backed with a strong remix from FXHE affiliate, Big Strick!
House Music
Palms TraxEquation EP (inc. Willie Burns remix) Lobster Theremin
Palms Trax offers up the inaugural release for new imprint Lobster Theremin with three slices of raw, Detroit / Chicago-inspired house. Includes a Willie...
House Music
Yoshinori HayashiThe Forgetting Curve EP (inc. DJ Sotofett remix)Jinn Records
First release on Raw M.T.'s Jinn Records imprint, Japanese producer Yoshinori Hayashi continues his left-field electronic experiments debuted last year...
Electronic
Sun RaNuclear WarModern Harmonic
Sun Ra's atomic, x-rated jazz anthem gets reissued on this limited 10" edition. Also features two originally unissued tracks! 
Jazz
Sterling StylesBye Bye / Nobody (Dub)22a
22a welcomes a double-header of hard-swung, 2 step bubblers from their newest member of the crew - Sterling Styles! Darkside keys and drums so...
House Music
Konono Nº1Konono N°1 Meets BatidaCrammed Discs
Congolese musicians, Konono No. 1, release this collaborative album with Lisbon-via-Angola producer and radio DJ Batida. The album was recorded...
African , Electronic
Gaussian CurveCloudsMusic From Memory
Music From Memory's fourth release sees the Amsterdam based label taking an exciting sidestep with the release of “Clouds” - a contemporary...
Electronic , New Age
K15InsecuritiesWild Oats
K15 debuts on Kyle Hall's Wild Oats imprint!Whether it’s making hypnotic head-nod heaters, or pulsating dance floor grooves, K15’s music always radiates...
House Music
Joel GrahamGeomancy / Night Music From Memory
Music From Memory launch their new 12" series with material from Joel Graham who originally self-released the material on this release in the mid...
Electronic
Floating PointsKuiperPluto
The multi-talented Sam Shepherd aka Floating Points is back with the follow up to his critically acclaimed debut album 'Elaenia'The title track is...
Electronic
Montezumas Rache & Dominik Von SengerEPGolf Channel / Emotional Response
Golf Channel & Emotional Response share the responsibility of releasing this mesmerizing 'kosmiche' dub disco gem from the ever excellent Montezumas...
New Disco and re-edits
Man PowerThnk UStamp
Peaktime, amped-up edits of Alicia Myers' 'I Want To Thank You' and Barry White's 'I'm Gonna Love You Just A Little Bit More Baby' from Man Power!...
New Disco and re-edits
Mingmad Jimsu / Project SandroSentrall 006 (Repress)SENTRALL Records
Reissue of this MASSIVELY sought after mid-tempo, cosmic chugger that was released on West Coast house / disco label, SENTRALL back in 2005. It's...
New Disco and re-edits, House Music
The Joy Of LivingThe Joy Of LivingCariad Records
Gorgeous, psychedelic folk rock from The Joy Of Living, who meld bossa and rippling, motorik rhythm into their debut LP. A must for Stereolab fans! A beautiful...
Rock, Electronic
Space Echo: The Mystery Behind the Cosmic Sound of Cabo Verde Finally Revealed!VariousAnalog Africa
Analog Africa presents a compilation of dancefloor grooves from Cabo Verde, revealing the mystery behind the island's cosmic synth sound. Located 350 miles...
African , Cosmic
Four Tet Kool FM / Kool FM (Bliss Mix)Text
Warehouse find! Limited stock available! Preparing for his forthcoming "Beautiful Rewind" album, Kieran Hebden drops this heavy limited 12". Paying...
BASS/Dubstep/Grime
Kaytranada99.9%XL Recordings
Kaytranada presents his highly anticipated debut album ‘99.9%’ via XL Recordings. The album finds the Haitian born, Montreal raised producer delivering...
Hip-Hop, Electronic
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Pasteur LappeAfrican Funk Experimentals 1979 to 1981Africa Seven
Decade-spanning compilation of music from one of Cameroon's more idiosyncratic talents, Pasteur Lappé! 
African
Selectors 001 - Motor City Drum EnsembleVariousDekmantel
Motor City Drum Ensemble selects some of his favourite spins ranging from the old school Chicago house of 'Essence Of A Dream' by Risque III through to...
House Music, Disco
Carl Davis & The Chi-Sound OrchestraWindy City Theme/Show Me The Way To LoveCHI-SOUND RECORDS
The true definition of rare-groove - "Windy City Theme"  A staple of London's underground rare-groove scene, finding favour with DJ's like...
Funk/Soul
SuicideSuicideSuperior Viaduct
Superior Viaduct reissue this deliriously unique and truly-ahead-of-its-time no-wave classic from Alan Vega and Martin Rev's Suicide. Their self...
Post-Punk, No Wave and New York Scene
J. Albert & Person Of InterestEDR002Exotic Dance Records
Quality beatdown house sounds from label founder J. Albert who shares this split release with the excellent Person Of Interest. J. Albert opens...
House Music
Omar-SDesert EagleFXHE
Omar-S delivers the goods again, with another killer 12" on his own FXHE imprint. This is his 43rd release on the label, and the quality...
House Music
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MalaMirrorsBrownswood Recordings
Mala, one half of pioneering bass duo Digital Mystikz, returns with his second album via Brownswood. This time Mala's in Peru, collaborating with locals; Colectivo...
BASS/Dubstep/Grime
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Eramus HallYour Love Is My DesireExpansion
Erasmus Hall's 1980 album 'Your Love Is My Desire' is one of the most collectable and in fact desired modern soul albums of all time. Copies of the original...
Funk and Soul
NiagaraNiagaraPMG
Official reissue (in a handsome looking gatefold sleeve!) of this essential krautrock gem! A b-boy favourite and highly desired drum break LP. The...
German Rock & Electronic
Kaytranada99.9%XL Recordings
Kaytranada presents his highly anticipated debut album ‘99.9%’ via XL Recordings. The album finds the Haitian born, Montreal raised producer delivering...
Hip-Hop, Electronic
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SkannaThe Greatest Thing (Reissue)Skanna
Reissue of this essential hardcore / drum n bass gem from the early 90s - highly sought after 12" now available again for the first time. Don't miss this!
Jungle / Drum n Bass
MoodymannDJ Kicks K7!
Detroit house legend enters the 'DJ Kicks' hall of fame with a killer mix that spans the spheres of new wave, house, beats and technosoul. The 30-track...
Funk/Soul, House Music
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Disco LoveVolume TwoBBE
This is the second in the super obscure Disco Love series on BBE!!! All superb records presented to you by the legendary Al Kent from the unlikeliest...
Classic Disco, Disco
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Lemuria / TereaHunk Of Heaven / Pretty Bird Jazzman
Killer soul / disco reissue from the mighty Jazzman. On side is from the 16-strong Hawaiian group Lemuria and the other a soulful blue-eyed boogie...
Jazz
Aaron Neville b/w Cyril NevilleHercules / GossipJazzman
Hercules' is a superb song that is remembered by all who hear it, not just down to the soulful vocals but also to one of the simplest, catchiest and memorable...
Funk/Soul
FHLOSTON PARADIGMCosmosis Vol 2 EPHyperdub
Part Two of Fhloston Paradigm (aka King Britt)'s beautiful Cosmosis EP series starts with the haunting broken techno of 'Nimoy' ; bass line and subtle...
Electronic
The Brasileiro Treasure Box Of Funk & SoulRare Brazilian Funk, Soul & Psych: Compiled by Greg Caz and Deano SoundsCultures Of Soul
Greg Caz and Deano Sounds have teamed to compile this fine package of vintage Brazilian music. Included are tracks across the scope of funk, soul, and...
Brazilian, Compilations
Nico MotteLife Goes On If You Are LuckyAntinote
Antinote’s Nico Motte follows up last years beautiful debut presents a full-length album paying homage to his love of obscure German electronic records,...
Electronic
Napoleon CherryWalk AloneMusic From Memory
The subject of Music From Memory’s latest compilation release is the elusive and mysterious Philadelphian musician Napoleon Cherry (aka Cool Waters). In...
Electronic
Vibe 3EP 1Future Times
Future Times is back in the mix, expanding the sound and vision of the label with the latest in their compilation series, 'Vibe 3'. This first part features...
House Music
Ogoya Nengo And The Dodo Women's GroupOn MandeTAL
TAL is a new label run by Stefan Schneider (To Rococo Rot) & Sven Kacirek. "On Mande" presents even richer instrumenation than its predecessor (released...
African
The OsmondsI, I, I / You're Mine (Reissue)Mercury
Reissue of the rare 'promo-only' electronic disco moment, by The Osmonds! Originally produced in 1979 by Maurice Gibb, 'I, I, I,' once saw a re-edit...
Classic Disco
James MasonRecollection EchoShout! Productions
Japan Issue CD of previously unreleased recordings! 7 tracks have been remastered from James Mason's personal master tapes and have attempted to preserve...
Funk/Soul
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Leon Lowman Liquid Diamonds Music From Memory
Rare and obscure album of unique low fi synth funk and surf ambience! From the same folks that co-compiled the awesome ‘Into The Light: A Journey...
Electronic , Funk/Soul
Vibration Black FingerVibration Black Finger EPEnid Records
Lascelle Gordon launches a new community style project, collaborating with multiple musicians who express a similar skill in the spiritual jazz sphere....
Jazz
Versus (feat. Al Dobson Jr. & FYI Chris)VariousOn The Corner
New compilation from On The Corner Records. The A side - 'South of the River' is a collection of diverse versions of tracks from Collocutor’s acclaimed...
Electronic , Jazz
  • 1. Collocutor – Gozo (The Expansions Remix)
  • 2. Collocutor – Loop Thriller (FYI Chris Re-Fix)
  • 3. Collocutor – Agama (Al Dobson Jr Indica Remix)
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ThesdaSpaced OutLeft Ear Records
Left Ear Records officially reissue this privately pressed jazz-funk holy grail - originally surfacing for a brief moment in 1979 as a run of only...
Funk/Soul, Jazz
Galcher LustwerkTape 22 (Repress)White Material
Reissue of the sought after third release on Young Male and DJ Richard's quality assured White Material label! Stepping up again are the deeper techno...
Techno
DJ RichardNailed To The Floor (Repress)White Material
In demand banger from the White Material camp from label boss, DJ Richard! 2016 repress in plain white innersleeve and plain black card sleeve.
Techno
AliasCivil DefenseLes Disques De La Mort
Civil Defense" was—and still is—a tone poem. It was written in 1984 and first performed in various beatnik-esque coffee houses (with a simple...
Mimimal Synth and Cold Wave, Electronic , Classic House
J DillaThe Diary
The Estate of James Yancey has revived PayJay as a functioning imprint, and announced the release of J Dilla's long lost vocal album, 'The Diary'. The...
Hip-Hop
Wake Up You! The Rise And Fall of Nigerian Rock 1972-1977 Vol. 2VariousNow Again
This second volume of Wake Up You! tells more about the story of the rock scene in Nigeria at the time of civil war at the end of the 60s, including...
African
Loose JointsPop Your Funk: The Complete Singles CollectionWest End Records
Loose Joints' Pop Your Funk: The Complete Singles Collection will be released on vinyl via West End Records for Record Store Day.The tracks Arthur Russell...
Loft/Garage/Warehouse Disco, Classic Disco
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Gilles PetersonMagic Peterson SunshineMPS
Gilles Peterson focuses his attention in on highly revered German jazz label, MPS. Established in the late 60s, MPS encompassed a large, totally distinct...
Jazz
Bill ConverseMeditations/IndustryDark Entries
“Meditations/Industry” is Converse's debut vinyl release, collecting material from a cassette release on Obsolete Future. The tracks were recorded...
Electronic , Mimimal Synth and Cold Wave
BurialUntrueHyperdub
Now pressed on 180g vinyl, updated to add the beatless atmospheric tracks that have always been integral parts of the complete CD versions, and also including...
Bass / Dubstep
Jeen Bassa Time Waves EP Sounds Of The Universe
In his dynamic mixes, we've heard Vangelis to Shuggie, and Delia Derbyshire to Sergio Mendes. Now, we hear more of Jeen Bassa's universal and...
Hip-Hop
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Reginald Omas Mamode IVReginald Omas Mamode IVFive Easy Pieces
The cult Peckham soul artist caps the release of three highly praised EPs with an album featuring his most confident songwriting to date. The album paints...
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MoscomanA Shot In The LightESP INSTITUTE
Debut full length album from Berlin based Tel Aviv born producer Moscoman! His unique approach evolves and devolves over the course of eight songs,...
Electronic , House Music, New Disco and re-edits
TramaTramaCat Records
To say Trama's sole LP is a rarity is an understatement! Released on TK offshoot CAT Records in 1977 it's tight funk driven grooves, blistering arrangements...
Funk/Soul
AfricanoOpen Your Heart Pt. 1 / Satisfactorize Your MindSuncut
New, London-based label Suncut open for business with two rare, mid-70's modern soul gems from the vault of Hi Records. Produced by little known group, Africano...
Funk/Soul
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Essential repress - shipping from Monday 26th September! London's 22a follow up their sell-out Tenderlonious / Al Dobson Jr split EP with nine more...
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Jose MauroObnoxiusFar Out
Far Out reissue this beautiful, forgotten gem from Jose Mauro. Originally issued in 1970 on the small independent, Quartim, this haunting Brazilian...
Brazilian
Angelo BadalamentiTwin Peaks: OSTDeath Waltz Recording Company
**Repress coming on 28th October**Reissue of the original score by Angelo Badalamenti, known as the man behind the musical style often referred...
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Jordan RakeiCloakSoul Has No Tempo
Debut album from rising Australian, UK based soul star Jordan Rakei. 'Cloak' picks up from where his excellent 'Groove Curse' EP left off and...
Funk/Soul, Electronic
BitoriLegend Of Funana (The Forbidden Music Of Cape Verde Islands)Analog Africa
The follow up to the highly acclaimed "Space Echo" compilation is another offering from the magical Cape Verde islands.  In 1997, a quiet,...
African
Pat ThomasIntroduces MarijataAcademy LPs
Reissue of this super rare album that's fetched more £500 on discogs. Scarcely seen so we salute Academy LPs for reissuing this lost gem.Born in...
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Lata RamasarThe Greatest Name That LivesInvisible City Editions
Reissue of this highly sought after, oddball, electronic tune that from Hindustani singer, Lata Ramasar. 'The Greatest Name That Lives' has had the thumbs...
Disco

New Arrival Books

Pieces Of A ManGil Scott-Heron - By Marcus Baram
Best known for his 1970 polemic "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised," Gil Scott-Heron was a musical icon who defied characterization. He tantalized audiences...
Jazz, Funk and Soul, Black America Books
GlowThe Autobiography Of Rick JamesAtria Books
Since his passing in August 2004, Rick James has remained a legendary icon whose name is nearly synonymous with funk music-and who help[ed popularized...
Funk/Soul, Books
Mo' Meta BluesThe World According to QuestloveHachette Books
MO' META BLUES is a punch-drunk-on-culture memoir in which Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson tells his own story while tackling the greats, the lates,...
Hip-Hop, Black America Books
Public Access:Ricky Powell Photographs, 1985-2005 powerHouse
Ricky Powell has seen a lot of history but is best known as a wise-cracking, self-described playground rat' who used his beat-up Minolta to chronicle...
Photography Books, Hip-Hop
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Running The Voodoo DownThe Electric Music Of Miles DavisBackbeat Books
This book re-assesses Miles Davis' "electric period" and analyzes its continuing influence on contemporary music. While jazz purists often revile this...
Jazz, Books
Empire Of SinSex, Jazz, Murder and The Battle For New Orleans
Empire of Sin is a vibrant account of New Orleans in the early 1920s, a time when commercialised vice, jazz culture and endemic crime form the background...
Jazz, New Orleans Books
I'll Take You ThereMavis Staples, The Staple Singers, and the March Up Freedom's HighwayScribner
Now in her seventies, Mavis Staples has been a fixture in the music world for decades. One of the most enduring figures of popular music, she and her family...
Funk/Soul, Books
Improvising: My Life In MusicLarry CoryellBackbeat Books
Jazz guitar legend Larry Coryell takes an unflinching look at his life and career, recounting his musical journey from his scuffling early days in New...
Jazz, Books
EdieFactory GirlpowerHouse Books
Excellent Warhol/Factory book!! Bargain price!!! She was riveting to look at, a sprite of the zeitgeist, the living distillation of the over-amped vision...
No Wave and New York Scene, New York Scene Books
Group HarmonyThe Black Urban Roots Of Rhythm & BluesUniversity Of Pennsylvania Press
In 1948 the Orioles, a Baltimore-based vocal group, recorded "It's Too Soon to Know." Combining the sound of Tin Pan Alley with gospel and blues sensibilities,...
Funk/Soul, Books, Black America Books
One Way OutThe Inside History of the Allman Brothers BandSt Martins Press
The definitive biography of The Allman Brothers Band, written with the band's full participation and filled with original, never-before-published interviews...
Southern Rock, Books
The Record Players:The Story Of Dance Music Told By History's Greatest DJsBy Bill Brewster and Frank BroughtonVirgin Books
From the writers of 'Last Night A DJ Saved My Life', Bill Brewster & Frank Broughton have come up trumps again with this fabulous book 'The Record...
Funk/Soul, House Music, Books
Rip It UpThe Black Experience In Rock 'N' RollPalgrave Macmillan
When Mos Def, platinum-selling New York-based rapper, decided to make a foray into rock 'n roll he called his band "Jack Johnson." The name choice was...
Rock, Books
Who Is That ManIn Search Of The Real Bob DylanHyperion
Even after five decades in the spotlight, Bob Dylan remains as relevant as ever. This book is published to co-incide with the 50th anniversary of Dylan...
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Eminent HipstersBy Donald FagenViking
Donald Fagen, the co-founder of rock band Steely Dan, presents an autobiographical portrait that touches on everything from the cultural figures that mattered...
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William S. BurroughsCurse Go BackParadigm Discs
William Burroughs was in and out of London from the mid-50s through to 1974 and for several years quite settled in a flat near Piccadilly. During this...
Soundtracks & Library music
SpokesFlight EPCoyote Records
Weightless, instrumental grime excursions from Spokes!
BASS/Dubstep/Grime
DJ EarlOpen Your EyesTeklife
Footwork figurehead drops a weighty release on Teklife featuring contributions from fellow Teklife artists MoonDoctor, DJ Manny, Taso and DJ Taye,...
Footwork / Juke
WWWINGSPHOENIXXXPlanet Mu
Crushing, industrial electronic music matrix from 'post-internet' troupe, WWWINGS. 
Electronic
William Basinski92982 (2016 Vinyl Edition)Temporary Residence Limited
Originally recorded live in New York, September 29, 1982. William Basinski's 92982 receives a vinyl re-issue via the Temporary Residence label. Basinski...
Electronic
Mr. OizoAll WetBecause Music
Rubbery electronic funk crossing over into the pop music realm with guest appearences from the the likes of Peaches, Mocky, Charlie XCX and Skrillex. 
Pop, Electronic
Ben Harper and The SkatalitesBe My GuestImperial
Two Fats Domino tributes from The Skatalites & Toots with Ben Harper on Coloured vinyl 
Reggae, Roots
Georgie Fame And The Blue FlamesBlack Head ChinamanR&B
Interesting...Georgie Fame covering Prince Buster and Humpty Dumpty sung in German. Limited stock..White Vinyl
Reggae, Ska and rocksteady
Hortense EllisHell And SorrowJammy's Records
2nd later roots cut of "Hell & Sorrow" produced by Prince Jammy with "Repatriation Dub" on the b-side.
Reggae, Roots
Hortense EllisJah Created The WorldJammy's Records
Late 70s roots vocal from Hortense Ellis produced by Prince Jammy with "Dreader Dub" on the flip. nice and clean pressings.
Reggae, Roots
Prince AllaJah Give LoveJammy's Records
Heavyweight roots vocal cut from Prince Alla produced by Prince Jammy around 1979/80 with superb dub on the flip. Nice and clean pressings. 
Reggae, Roots
Peter ToshLegalize ItMusic On Vinyl
All time 1976 classic debut solo album from Peter Tosh featuring "Burial" "Brand New Second Hand" and "Legalise It" plus extra LP of rare...
Reggae, Roots, Essential classics!
Rico RodriguezSka Wars / Take FiveIsland
Two killer roots instrumentals from the late 70s..discover the force. Limited stock...coloured vinyl.
Reggae, Roots
Jeremy HymanCouchFuture Times
Old school, Nu Groove style deep house homage on the flip with a less obvious 'Future Times' twist. Backed with a killer, calypso-club cut on the flip...
House Music
GeminiImagine A NationAnotherday
Anotherday reissue Gemini's most complete, varied and wildly innovative Chicago house album to date - the classic 'Imagine - A - Nation' which appeared...
House Music
Manuel GöttschingInventions For Electric Guitar (2016 Edition)MG.ART
'Inventions for Electric Guitar' is the first solo studio album by German electronic artist Manuel Göttsching. This album, recorded...
German Rock & Electronic
Ash Ra TempelLe Berceau De Cristal (2016 Edition)MG.ART
Kosmiche score to Philippe Garrel's arthouse flick starring Nico and Anita Pallenburg. Music by  Ash Ra Tempel (Manuel Gottsching)....
German Rock & Electronic
SanoLos Muchachos (inc. Tolouse Low Trax remix)Comeme
Industrial and dark, cold wave rhythms from Chilean producer, Sano here with his second solo release for Matias Aguayo's Comeme label. Features a remix...
Techno
FormaPhysicalistKranky
'Physicalist' is the third album from New York City synthesis trio Forma. Since their acclaimed self-titled debut in 2011, Forma have been perfecting...
Electronic
Ron TrentPrescription UndergroundRush Hour
Primer for a forthcoming Ron Trent compilation featuring two of our favourite tracks by him. The  slamming deepness of 'It's The Choice' (produced...
House Music, Classic House
Leonardo MartelliPrevistoAntinote
Following cassette and vinyl EPs on New York Haunted, Mixed-Up and Antinote, Leonardo Martinelli returns to the latter with his first full-length offering....
Techno
Robert Glasper ExperimentArtscienceBlue Note
The prolific Robert Glasper is back with another new album for 2016. This is a slight change in direction with him and his talented band trying their hands...
Jazz, Electronic
Hanna / Almir RicardiDeixa Rodar / To Parado Na TuaMr Bongo
‘Deixa Rodar’ is an essential midtempo disco/boogie jam taken from Hanna’s ‘Deixa Rodar’ LP from 1979. A tip off from our good friend Mark ‘GV’...
Brazilian
Sory BambaDu MaliAfrica Seven
One of the most pivotal figures in the history of Malian music is Sorry Bamba. His work spans five decades and his music bridges the gap between Mali's...
African
Manuel GottschingE2-E4 (2016 - 35th Anniversary Edition)MG.ART
Göttsching was a member of experimental Krautrock group Ash Ra Tempel.  'E2-E4' revolutionised modern dance music at the time and continues to innovate...
German Rock & Electronic
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Cassiano / Dom Salvador e AbolicaoEla Mandou Esperar / Uma VidaMr Bongo
‘Ela Mandou Esperar’ is a stomping, soulful Brazilian funk taken from Cassiano’s sought after ’Imagem E Som’ LP from 1971. A big hint of Northern...
Brazilian
Nomine & Cocktail Party EffectFist Bump EPNomine Sound
Longstanding bass figure, Nomine drops heavy on his own imprint with three tracks of solid, quasi-jungle breaks. Cocktail Party Effect is on the flip...
BASS/Dubstep/Grime
Roy Davis Jr. & Peven EverettGabrielLarge Records
Absolutely timeless classic crossover garage tune from 96 that shouldn't fail to work on any dance-floor. Includes the classic "live garage" version...
House Music, Classic House, UK Garage / 2-Step
Antonio Adolfo e Brazuca / Erasmo CarlosGloria Glorinha / Coqueiro VerdeMr Bongo
‘Gloria Glorinha’ – quirky, upbeat MPB-funk with soaring vocals, JB esque stabs, horns and bubbling piano. Originally released as part of a 4-track...
Brazilian
FlipsideHavin' A PartyAthens Of The North
Flipside were a typical local radio rock band who got drawn into the disco funk wave during the late 70's. "Havin' A Party" is a killer slice of super rare...
Disco, Funk/Soul
FruitIf You Feel It, Say YeahAthens Of The North
Two massive Unreleased 12" disco bangers from the obscure florida band Fruit, cut loud and deep like a true disco 12" should be.   
Disco
Vaudou GameKidayuHot Casa
Since Vaudou Games's first acclaimed album - 'Apiafo' and its irresistible single "Pas Contente", these Lyon natives never turned down the heat on...
African
Jax Transit AuthorityLife Is A MiracleAthens Of The North
This is the pinnicle of quality, rare, disco soul! This is the first time the full version has ever been available on a 45. The fact a clean original...
Funk/Soul, Disco
Albert Malawi / Brigadier JerryLooking For Signs / Conscious TimeTafari
Heavyweight 12 Tribes roots music from Albert Malawi, drummer with Augustus Pablo and countless others plus Brigadier Jerry's awesome DJ cut and two dubs....
Reggae, Roots
StrangeMadnessAthens Of The North
Christopher Spraggins & The Strange Band released a total of one record. A spaced out druggy disco band that had a hint of Rick James with a deep trippy vibe...
Funk/Soul, Disco
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