Reissue of this highly sought after Nigerian funk-rock album on the mighty Soundway. Killer LP that moves effortlessly between reggae, jazzy afrobeat and psych rock. William Onyeabor and Funkees fans should check this one - essential!
Alhaji K Frimpong’s 1977 Highlife masterpiece, melding traditional Ghanaian musical forms with experimental instrumentation and innovative arrangements....
Seminal album from cult Ghanaian musician Alhaji K. Frimpong, recorded in 1976 and considered to be one of the best highlife albums ever recorded.
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A snapshot of the vibrant discotheques and live scenes across Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the Philippines.The artists featured...
Highlighting a time when the burgeoning Ghanaian diaspora across Europe and North America was utilising new music technology and recording techniques....
Soundway Records presents Ayo Manuel '1983-1990', a collection of selected works by one of Nigeria's DIY pioneers.
This mini compilation selects the stand...
The particular Thaba sound reflects a sonic duality drawing on a double pop heritage of Mbaqanga and Bubblegum artists like The Soul Brothers, Paul Ndlovu...
British quintet Me and My Friends release their captivating and mesmerising second album, Hide Your Way, on Soundway. A unique and singular blend, it's...
Floating Points delivers another classic slice of upbeat 70's soul on his Melodies International imprint!
Maurice Moore’s ethereal Hammond bass soul...
Essential psychedelic soul/rock Rotary Connection album featuring the legendary "I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun", "Love Has Fallen On Me" and more! ...
Anniversary edition of the debut album from the Tenderlonious led jazz outfit!
Following a handful of successful 12" singles, 22a records (the hub of...
Large format (12" x 12") plexi-bound deluxe book, 180 page, 100s of killer sleeves!
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Soul...
Floating Points' Melodies International releases three, privately pressed, modern soul gems recorded in the Detroit area between 1973 and 1978. These ultra-rare...
Banko Woman, originally released on the eponymous LP on Love Day Records in 1977. Straddling the world realms of afro-funk and disco, the track has long...
Highly anticipated "Rap Album Two" from the amazing American rapper and producer Jonwayne. "Rap Album One" dropped in 2013 on Stones Throw and caused quite...
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 Power...
Wild Style's soundtrack has gone down in music history as a crucial piece of hip-hop handicraft. World-renowned DJ Kenny Dope, a longtime fan of the...
Still a classic Italian House repressed by the Flash Forward. Arranged and mixed by Claudio Rispoli and Kekko Montefiori for IRMA Production in 1990. Long...
The mighty Madlib returns with volume 3 of his fantastic beats albums! Based around his love for Indian music, he has clearly been digging in the crates...
Zara McFarlane returns with the album Arise, exploring vintage and traditional Jamaican music - kumina, mento, ska and reggae. A variety of influences...
Wicked compilation from Tramp Records focussing on four different facets of the golden era of Soul music. A selection of raw funky-soul from the late...
This album coincides with the massive new exhibition Soul of A Nation - Art in the Age of Black Power at Tate Modern, London.
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