Weather Report Sweetnighter (1973)

Second part of MOV's Trojan compilation series, which celebrates the best works from the legendary reggae label Trojan Records. It was compiled by Laurence Cane-Honeysett, who also wrote the linernotes. Some of Trojan’s finest are featured on this compilation; as there are The Gladiators, The Melodians, The Gladiators, Ken Boothe a.o. 750 individually numbered copies on orange vinyl. The package also includes an exclusive Trojan / Music On Vinyl coaster.

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On Vinyl’s Trojan compilation series, which celebrates the best works from the legendary reggae label Trojan Records. It was compiled by Laurence Cane-Honeysett, who also wrote the linernotes. Some of the artists featured on this compilation include Stranger Cole, The Pioneers and Alton Ellis. 750 individually numbered copies on orange vinyl. The package also includes exclusive Trojan Records and Music On Vinyl coaster!

Christine McVie's eponymous 1970 debut solo album featuring Fleetwood Mac members Danny Kirwan & John McVie. Limited edition of 2000 numbered copies on white 180 gram audiophile vinyl.

This record is so heavy! An absolute bomb! 'Inside Out' is an AWESOME tune! - one of the heaviest bass lines of all-time, super tough Fender Rhodes keys and vocalist Steve Clisby sounds more like Gil Scott-Heron than well Gil Scott-Heron!

'Golden Ring' is like Jon Lucien meets Terry Callier before dropping in and out of wild jazz dance sections. 'Stuck on You' is an UNBELIEVABLY uplifting soulful tune!

This album is one of the most in-demand rare groove releases ever from a group that most people have never heard of.

Pre-order special limited edition GOLD coloured vinyl

Classic roots album recorded at Joe Gibbs 1979, engineered by the legendary Errol ET Thompson

KILLER rare funk and soul reggae LP from 1975 - covers of Kool and the Gang's FUNKY STUFF, Betty Wright's seminal 'I LIVE THE WAY YOU LOVE' + loads more. 100% ESSENTIAL REGGAE FUNK!

10" Red Vinyl, Gold Vinyl And Green Vinyl. Supplied randomly! £18.00

Mikey Dread was a Jamaican singer who played an important role in the history of reggae during the 1970s. The four track E.P. His Imperial Majesty consists of tracks produced by Mikey and one of his originals. All these tracks have that special Dread vibe, and are available for the first time on vinyl. Limited edition of individually numbered copies on red, green, and gold vinyl, delivered at random. The package includes an insert.

Side A: 1. Rod Taylor – His Imperial Majesty 2. Jah Grundy – Really Together Side B: 1. Mikey Dread – Armageddon Style 2. King Tubby – Dread All The Way

Double album turquoise vinyl showcasing modern soul classics from Pat Lundy, Brother To Brother, The Moments, First Class and more!

Tough tough Headhunters-stylee fusion. Moody! Original sound track from the 1974 film 'Death Wish', written by Herbie Hancock.

The first of a series of classic albums from the legendary Trojan catalogue that will see issue throughout the year, the erroneously titled 'Duke Reid Rock's Steady' was originally released by Island Records to promote their new Trojan label, an imprint launched to specifically showcase the productions of legendary Treasure Isle Records boss, Arthur 'Duke' Reid.

180 gram audiophile vinyl

Trojan's first release!

2 LP set contains the original score by Theodore Shapiro and the soundtrack featuring Tweedy, Bob Dylan, the National, and Jefferson Airplane.

Roots Radics Band produced by Linval Thompson. A2, A3 and B5 mixed by Scientist at Channel One Studios. Remainder mixed by Prince Jammy at King Tubby's Studios, Jamaica. Limited edition of 750 orange copies.

Morwell Unlimited aka The Morwells was a reggae group formed in 1973 by Maurice 'Blacka' Wellington. After releasing some successful singles in both Jamaica and the United Kingdom they recorded new songs for their 1980 album A1 Dub.

180 gram audiophile vinyl

Mono recording

Limited edition of 750 copies on orange colored vinyl

One trio that not only succeeded, but blossomed following the onset of reggae, is the Pioneers, who in 1969 became one of the first Jamaican acts to achieve international success with their UK hit, 'Long Shot Kick The Bucket'.

The success of the single was swiftly followed by what became one of Trojan's biggest selling long players of all time, the aptly titled 'Long Shot'.

Released in the UK by Trojan Records in 1973, the album established the I Roy as one of reggae music's most accomplished and original music innovators, whose erudite and eloquent style would in time revolutionise the art of toasting.

The Chakachas were a Belgian based group of Latin soul studio musicians. Also known as Les Chakachas or Los Chakachas. They started out in the late 50s, recording a playful mixture of Latin music, jazz, and European-style exotica.

Originally called Social Justice, Downset's music blends hip hop, funk, hardcore punk and heavy metal with socially aware lyrics.

A daring, moving and sensitive collection of ballads concerning the plight of Native Americans and the unfair treatment they received. Considered one of his best 60s Americana albums.

Reissue on high quality 180g vinyl, the fourth studio album includes one of the earliest shots fired (in the title track) in the soon-to-be epic Jay-Z/Nas feud!

Third studio album from the groundbreaking hip hop act, originally released in 2000. Includes guest appearances from Isaac Hayes, Snoop Dogg, Nas, Busta Rhymes and Junior Reid, as well as the hits "Protect Ya Neck (The Jump Off)" and "Gravel Pit".

Recorded live at Carnegie Hall, NYC, on a cold March night in 1974, this is where Miles became straight-up sinister. 

Classic album with "El Condor Pasa", "Cecilia" and, of course, "Bridge Over Troubled Water"

The groundbreaking first soundtrack for a Quentin Tarantino film - featuring tracks by Joe Tex, Harry Nillson and Stealers Wheel. 

Oh How Life Is, the debut album by singer songwriter Macy Gray released back in 1999. With the hit single "I Try" and a contemporary mix of Hip Hop minded Soul, Gray has been a force to be reckoned with ever since.

This first YMO album, released in 1978 in Japan, that shook the world with their 'Synthpop'. Includes a 4 page booklet. 

**New release date - 1st October**

Highly-anticipated album from Polish quartet Bloto via the unstoppable Astigmatic Records! The band combine heavy, instrumental hip-hop/rap inspired drums with insane, improvised jazz licks to create a sound that's totally on point. Absolutely incredible release and one not to miss!

With a voice that has stopped critics in their tracks, Lady Blackbird is a revelatory new talent with music that transcends the jazz scene through which the LA-based artist is rooted. Reflecting influences as varied as Billie Holiday, Gladys Knight, Tina Turner and Chaka Khan, with critics drawing comparisons to Adele, Amy and Celeste; Lady Blackbird’s distinct and beguiling talent is not one to be missed.

Minimal yet rich, classic yet timely; eleven tunes that have a sound, feeling and attitude that speak of Lady Blackbird's deep experiences in music.

**ESSENTIAL REPRESS!**

Something to warm your spirit and purify your soul via Z Records - David Hill returns with another brilliant compilation of soul gospel! 60's, 70's and 80's, sweet-soul crossovers, and funk-flavoured gospel, with much of the production rooted in disco and boogie. Clark Sisters, Ricky Womack, Shirley Caesar and more. Complete with track by track liner notes!

BADBADNOTGOOD return with their highly anticipated album, ‘Talk Memory’, a psychedelic jazz record that explores balance and harmony through musical improvisation. Collaborators include legendary composer Arthur Verocai and contemporary icons such as Terrace Martin, Karriem Riggins, Brandee Younger and Laraaji.

**Restock shipping early next week!**

The debut album from West London's Cleo Sol is crafted from threads of '70s jazz and '90s neo-soul; perfect for those that love Jill Scott, Solange, Minnie Ripperton and Lauryn Hill. Produced by Inflo, who worked with Danger Mouse on Michael Kiwankua's last album Kiwanuka, he gives the record a similar, nostalgic sophistication and soul. Absolute gold!

Cleo Sol, one of the voices of the mysterious Sault group, follows-up to her superb 'Rose in the Dark' debut with 'Mother', finding her in "reflective mother-daughter mode". Beautiful, calm, spacious, inward-looking music produced by the incredible Inflo! Essential!

Sault - the clandestine collective with a talent that knows no bounds - return with their incredible album 'NINE'; infectious, catchy, ardent soul music that perfectly soundtracks the essence of the time that we currently live. Essential release!

**Be With Records edition**

Reissue of this insanely rare and immensely-sought after, instrumental funk / easy-listening masterpiece from '74. Considered a cult item in the inside the library / easy listening music collecting panorama; and every track is a winner!

The original 1974 release of Keith Hudson's Flesh Of My Skin showcased the enduring strength and pivotal importance of the development of reggae music, Keith Hudson's complete mastery of the genre and the unqualified praise that followed its release was fully justified.

This definitive, re-mastered edition features the original mix available or the first time since the 1974 Mamba pressing and comes with the addition of the 45 only 'Darkest Night Version' and the restoration of the lost 'My Nocturne' omitted from the 1988 and 2004 remix versions. Also includes the previously unreleased 'Hunting Version'!