From Batov Records’ Bandcamp site: “Sababa 5 are back once again on our exclusive Middle Eastern Grooves series with another double-sided 7” titled ‘Forgive – Прости (Prosti)’: a funky release featuring the voice and lyrics of Anton Koliadko. ‘Forgive’ opens with a simple, vintage-sounding, syncopated hook led by the bass, Continue Reading
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Bronze, Silver & Brass – Conrad’s Lesson
Timmion Records is on a roll! This funky gem comes to us from a band very new to me, Helsinki, Finland’s very own Bronze, Silver & Brass. Worthy!
Norio Maeda “Rock Communication Yagibushi” LP – Gatefold sleeve and 2pp Insert (Black Vinyl)
Folks, this is another stunner from our friends at Wewantsounds! Norio Maeda’s sound crosses funky Blaxploitation grooves with music you would find from a 70s ‘krimi’ soundtrack out of Italy or Germany. Expect to find heavyweight vinyl with gorgeous packaging. This one is NOT to be missed! Check out the Continue Reading
Lalo Schifrin – Man On A Swing OST – Special Vinyl Edition
We have the joy of announcing another well-done reissue by our friends at Wewantsounds! This release is an expanded reissue of Lalo Schifrin’s soundtrack to director Frank Perry’s 1974 thriller, “Man On A Swing.” There are thirty tracks on this piece of vinyl, and you’ll hear everything from Schifrin’s typically Continue Reading
Brainstory – Ripe EP
As it turns out, Rialto, California-based Brainstory are my neighbors for the time being, seeing as I am working out of Fontana, the next city over. Brainstory are a band steeped in psychedelic soul, though you can hear elements of trip-hop and jazz that would not go out of place Continue Reading
L’Orage – Triangle
L’Orange are a band led by the drummer Nelson Schaer, and they produce a sumptuous jazz that is a heady mix of acid and downtempo. It’s relaxing, but intriguing, listening.