NEW ARRIVALS AND RESTOCKS FRIDAY, MARCH 28
thanks for looking.
hot stuff this week… edgar broughton band, byrds, blue mountain eagle and pretty things vinyl reissue’s (all killer indeed… now if somebody would just go ahead and reissue those stackwaddy lp’s, i’d be the happiest clam in the basket!). new noise in on no fun and hospital productions, as well as some much needed restocks from the olde english spelling bee imprint (more new and restocked titles on those labels and more are expected today, but since i didn’t receive the invoice they didn’t get included with this list). two amazing new titles on sublime frequencies (both essential, but as always, the vinyl release is waaaay limited and sure to go fast). and of course the dance titles… sooo many good ones, sooo little time… that said, the shonky, alter ego and tomcraft 12s are sure bets. shake off winter and come on by this weekend!
gracias
anthony
as always, many of the titles are in very limited quantity, so if you're interested in anything listed below, feel free to call or email me, I will gladly hold items for up to a week.
prices do not include shipping and handling. for those of you shipping within the continental united states I offer a 5.00usd flat shipping rate for any amount of records and/or compact discs. shipping cost for international orders are calculated on an order by order basis. payments for orders can be made via paypal or with a credit card by telephone between 12-6pm/est.
i also offer bike messanger service via timecycle couriers. for the low cost of 10.00usd i can deliver any amount of records and/or cds you wish to purchase to your center city philadelphia location (this includes some parts of south, west and north philadelphia) within two hours (and for those of you who need your records even faster, we also offer ‘rush’ service for the low flat rate of 20.00usd for any amount of records/cds delivered to you within one hour). of course, we are still more than happy to ship records via the usps within philadelphia. as with the international shipments, orders placed before 5pm/est will ship out that evening and should reach their destination by the following day.
ROCK, POP AND PSYCHEDELIC
FRASER & DEBOLT- WITH IAN GUENTHER LP (fallout, uk)
23.98usd/11.88gbp/15.19eur/2383jpy (approx)
*previously reissued on cd by fallout, now issued on deluxe LP format as well; 180 gram pressing. This beautiful collection of Canadian psych-folk swiftly came and went in 1971, but has since acquired a devoted cult following. A haunting set of self-penned tunes set to esoteric arrangements featuring gloriously unpredictable fiddle-playing, it is sure to delight fans of The Incredible String Band and the Holy Modal Rounders, as well as more recent acts like Devendra Banhart and Joanna Newsom.
BLUE MOUNTAIN EAGLE- BLUE MOUNTAIN EAGLE LP (fallout, uk)
23.98usd/11.88gbp/15.19eur/2383jpy (approx)
*previously reissued on cd by fallout, now issued on deluxe LP format as well; 180 gram pressing. This superb collection of acid-influenced guitar rock originally appeared in 1970 and has languished in undeserved obscurity ever since. Produced in L.A. by legendary engineer Bill Halverson (Crosby, Stills & Nash, Cream, the Grateful Dead), it's heavily imbued with West Coast influences and features superb musical interplay throughout. The band supported acts including Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd, but proved sadly short-lived. The album, which is an obligatory purchase for all devotees of U.S. psychedelia, makes its long-awaited vinyl reissue debut here.
SIC ALPS- THE SOFT TOUR IN ROUGH FORM LP (mt. st. mtn., usa)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*restocked… Harrowing, beautiful, grime-soaked melodics from two sick pop masterminds, the Sic Alps are Mike Donovan (Big Techno Werewolves, Ropers, Sounds Of The Barbary Coast) and Matt Hartman (Coachwhips, Cat Power, Henry's Dress). Sic Alps were formed in San Francisco, CA in 2004 by Mike and Adam Stonehouse of the infamous Hospitals. Before the original line-up would implode/explode after a handful of shows and limited releases, the Sic Alps would enlist second drummer Bianca Sparta (Erase Errata) to help record Pleasures and Treasures -- the psychedelic masterpiece recorded in a remote location in Mendecino, CA which was recently released on Animal Disguise.
ELLIOTT SMITH- XO LP (plain recordings, usa)
18.98usd/9.41gbp/12.02eur/1886jpy (approx)
*Following the success and acclaim of his two releases on the Kill Rock Stars label, as well an Oscar nomination for the use of his song 'Miss Misery' in the film Good Will Hunting, the late Elliott Smith signed with Dreamworks for the 1998 release of XO. With a major label budget for this, his fourth full length album, Smith was able to craft a fully realized pop masterpiece, fulfilling the promise of previous releases. Though firmly in the McCartney/Lennon/Rundgren/Davies school of songwriting Smith was nothing if not an original. Possibly his best record.
ELLIOTT SMITH- FIGURE 8 2LP (plain recordings, usa)
21.98usd/10.89gbp/13.92eur/2184jpy (approx)
*His second release for the Dreamworks label, and fifth overall, Figure 8 is a lush and beautifully melancholy collection of pop songs. Gone is the intimate lo-fi feel of his Kill Rock Stars albums, replaced by intricate arrangements and orchestration. One gets the feeling that the sound of his earlier work was not by choice but by economic necessity and Smith was now, with a major label budget and backing, able to establish himself as a pop craftsman on par with Brian Wilson and Paul McCartney.
THE BYRDS- SWEETHEART OF THE RODEO LP (sundazed, usa)
20.98usd/10.40gbp/13.29eur/2085jpy (approx)
*Sweetheart of the Rodeo will forever be revered as The Byrds' 1968 album that opened the eyes of the hip and the young to country music. Whether it was the first country-rock album, doesn't really matter: it was certainly the best and most heartfelt such excursion and paved the way for fabled combos the Flying Burrito Bros. and Poco yet to come. Sweetheart featured the first extensive lineup change for The Byrds, as Roger McGuinn and Chris Hillman said goodbye to David Crosby, Gene Clark and Michael Clarke and welcomed former International Submarine Band leader Gram Parsons into the fold. With his magical voice and bona fide country pedigree, Parsons helped unleash a style that had already begun to seep into The Byrds' sound. And now Sundazed makes available a perfect replica of the original vinyl release of the ever-enduring Sweetheart of the Rodeo.
THE PRETTY THINGS- S.F. SORROW LP (sundazed, usa)
18.98usd/9.41gbp/12.02eur/1886jpy (approx)
*By 1967, the Pretty Things, the long-haired English group whose shocking, maraca-rattling, R&B-fueled sound and outrageous antics had made parents of teenage music fans long for the good old days of The Rolling Stones, had breathed in the perfumed air of psychedelia -- and they'd moved on! Cut in the same studio where The Beatles and Pink Floyd were changing the world of pop music daily, S.F. Sorrow was the enthralling, cradle-to-grave saga of Sebastian F. Sorrow, a landmark release now credited with being the world's first rock opera -- a full year ahead of The Who's Tommy.
THE PRETTY THINGS- THE PRETTY THINGS LP (sundazed, usa)
18.98usd/9.41gbp/12.02eur/1886jpy (approx)
*restocked… With sneers on their mugs and hair down to here -- and a punkier sound than even the Rolling Stones could produce -- the Pretty Things were the British Invasion outfit that made parents of teenagers think maybe Mick Jagger and the boys weren't so bad after all! Led by the raucous vocals of Phil May and the stinging lead guitar of Dick Taylor, the Pretty Things' first American album was stuffed with powerful workouts like 'Rosalyn,' 'Honey I Need' and 'Don't Bring Me Down' and ranks right up there with anything the Kinks, the Who and the Stones had to offer. From the absolute original mono masters!
V/A- DON'T PRESS YOUR LUCK! THE IN SOUND OF 60'S CONNECTICUT: GARAGE AND PSYCH HOWLERS FROM THE VAULTS OF TROD NOSSEL STUDIOS '66-'68 2LP (sundazed, usa)
32.98usd/16.34gbp/20.89eur/3278jpy (approx)
*double lp version, Limited, numbered pressing of 1000! Also contains five exclusive LP-only bonus tracks! The pounding garage-rock din emanating from the jungles of deepest Connecticut could overwhelm the senses, causing the weary NY commuter to become disoriented! Who knew that the most deranged '66-'68 teenage mayhem imaginable would come from Wallingford's Trod Nossel Studios, whose owner/producer Thomas 'Doc' Cavalier (a former dentist) recorded top-flight acts as diverse as the tough 'n' melodic Shags ('Don't Press Your Luck'), the R&B-consumed Wildweeds ('No Good to Cry,' featuring a Pre-NRBQ Al Anderson on vocals) and fuzzed-out punks the Bram Rigg Set ('I Can Only Give You Everything'). SUNDAZED presents the high-impact, garage-rock havoc -- at least two-thirds of it totally unreleased -- that finally tears the lid off Connecticut's best-kept rock 'n' roll secret!
THE BAROQUES- THE BAROQUES LP (sweet dandelion, uk)
26.98usd/13.37gbp/17.09eur/2681jpy (approx)
*usa psych band the baroques recorded their only album for chess in 1967, but you won't find any blues-rock here. It's simply one of the psychedelic masterpieces of the era, full of creative songwriting, guitar freakouts and raw garage atmosphere. Includes such garage-psych classics like 'Iowa's a Name Girl,' 'Musical Tribute to the Oscar Mayer Weiner Wagon,' 'Purple Day,' 'Bicycle' -- but not only the music is superb, it comes housed in one of the most beautiful psych sleeves ever! Remastered sound and 500 copies only.
THE BONZO DOG DOO-DAH BAND- GORILLA LP (timeless, luxembourg)
28.98usd/14.36gbp/18.36eur/2880jpy (approx)
*The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band (also known as The Bonzo Dog Band, The Bonzo Dog Dada Band and, colloquially, as The Bonzos) are a band created by a group of British art-school denizens of the 1960s. Moving over to Liberty Records, the Bonzos released their first album, Gorilla, that included 'Jazz, Delicious Hot, Disgusting Cold' which savagely parodied their early 'trad' jazz roots and featured some of the most deliberately inept jazz playing ever recorded. The record company only allowed two hours of studio time per track, so it was completed in a single take to allow for the far more complex 'The Intro and the Outro' in which every member of the band was introduced and played a solo, starting with genuine band members. This is great!
EDGAR BROUGHTON BAND- WASA WASA LP (timeless, luxembourg)
28.98usd/14.36gbp/18.36eur/2880jpy (approx)
*The band started their career as a blues band, playing to a dedicated but limited following in the region around their hometown of Warwick. However, when the band began to lean towards the emerging psychedelic movement, dropping the 'Blues' from their name as well as their music, they got down to this debut album. Basically, it rocks good and hard, remains unafraid of letting lunacy into the lyrics and takes off into the realms of excess with impressive confidence. Edgar's immense vocal power holds its own throughout the loudest sections and the thudding blues elements never get boring. Wasa Wasa is highly recommended! Gatefold sleeve.
DR. STRANGELY STRANGE- KIP OF THE SERENES LP (timeless, luxembourg)
28.98usd/14.36gbp/18.36eur/2880jpy (approx)
*Ireland's answer to the Incredible String Band, Dr. Strangely Strange engaged in the same type of psychedelic acoustic music with folksy arrangements. With traditional instruments like penny whistle, fiddle, harmonium, and mandolin, Dr. Strangely Strange was more solidly rooted in melody and structure than the group's flaky Scottish counterparts. Produced by British modern folk guru Joe Boyd (Fairport Convention, Incredible String Band), Kip of the Serenes is built around simple and repetitious melodies occasionally interrupted by stream-of-consciousness musical and lyrical diversions.
FAIRPORT CONVENTION- FAIRPORT CONVENTION LP (timeless, luxembourg)
28.98usd/14.36gbp/18.36eur/2880jpy (approx)
*The best British folk-rock band of the late '60s, Fairport Convention did more than any other act to develop a truly British variation on the folk-rock prototype by drawing upon traditional material and styles indigenous to the British Isles. While the revved-up renditions of traditional British folk tunes drew the most critical attention, the group members were also (at least at the outset) talented songwriters as well as interpreters. Released in 1968, FC's debut album owes more to The Byrds than to Pentangle, with soaring harmonies and psychedelic guitars. Recorded pre-Sandy Denny, Judy Dyble sang like a siren and then left to form Trader Horne.
FOREST- FOREST LP (timeless, luxembourg)
28.98usd/14.36gbp/18.36eur/2880jpy (approx)
*A really nice album of trippy rock tracks with lots of nice folksy touches! These songs are filled with so much imagination, color, charm, and melancholy solitude that they just transport you to a place between worlds! Deep into a forest between consciousness and vivid dreamscape -- that's where this will take you. The group's a trio, all of whom sing lead vocals from time to time, and instrumentation includes organ, harmonium, piano, percussion, guitars, electric harpsichord, mandolin, and cello: all swirling around in a style that's got traces of late work by Tim Hardin, Love, Nico, and early Roy Wood. Titles include 'Bad Penny,' 'Fading Light,' 'A Fantasy You,' 'While You're Gone,' 'Do You Want Some Smoke,' and 'Rain Is On My Balcony.' Excellent! Gatefold sleeve.
AVANT GARDE AND NOISE
WOLF EYES/SICKNESS- THERE IS A PART OF ME THAT YOU WILL NEVER KNOW LP (hospital productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.41gbp/12.02eur/1886jpy (approx)
* Hospital Productions is proud to release the first-ever collaboration between these two legends, Wolf Eyes and Sickness. This is not haphazard but a symbiotic collaboration bridging distant roads. This full length LP is a dark casket of scorched earth sounds, the remains of the cracks at the after shock of discovery. Reminding us of the peaks in either artists' catalog, There Is A Part Of Me That You Will Never Know processes the deepest sounds of these four masters in a haze of lone atmosphere and true noise. This is not a terror shock, this is the end.
ENEMA SYRINGE- LIVE AT NO FUN FEST 2007 LP (no fun, usa)
18.98usd/9.41gbp/12.02eur/1886jpy (approx)
*Full no fun 2007 live set, recorded to the best possible quality. Totally insane and heavy set from Industrial/Noise Swedish Pioneer's Enema Syringe. limited to 350.
CARLOS GIFFONI/AARON DILLOWAY- LIVE AT NO FUN FEST 2007 LP (no fun, usa)
18.98usd/9.41gbp/12.02eur/1886jpy (approx)
*Full no fun 2007 live sets, from Giffoni and Dilloway recorded to the best possible quality.Total tape mangling, and Analog Synth destruction. limited to 350.
SQUIM- ZEPHYRUS LP (olde english spelling bee, usa)
17.98usd/8.91gbp/11.39eur/1787jpy (approx)
*restocked… Squim, aka Chris Phillips, is an obsessive recordist living in Portland, Oregon. In the '90s, he was very active in the underground mail art and tape trading scene -- running the Circle X label out of Salt Lake City and releasing several well-received cassettes on the Bobby J. label. This album will be his debut on the vinyl format and was chosen as being the standout from among a half dozen other unreleased albums of recent recordings. On Zephyrus, Squim blends repeating melodic motifs with his meticulously collaged noise/dronescapes. This is a limited edition release of 350 copies -- each cover is a unique color monoprint, hand-printed by Squim and spraymounted, back covers are a photocopy paste-on.
PUSSYGUTT & STORY OF RATS- SEA OF SAND 2LP (olde english spelling bee, usa)
27.98usd/13.87gbp/17.72eur/2781jpy (approx)
*restocked… 'Pussygut' is an old western slang term for the violin or fiddle -- as the strings used to be made from cat intestines. Pussygutt is the duo of Blake Green and Brittany McConnell from Boise, Idaho. They have created a distinctive flavor of outsider 'doom' with unique instrumentation that coincidentally features LOTS of violin (Brittany is a classically-trained violinist), along with synths, gongs, bowed cymbals, crystal goblets, organ, drums, clay pots, forest sounds, ducks, various electronics, tons of feedback and humming bass-amp, and as if all that's not enough, there's a secret weapon up their collective sleeve -- the TRACTOR!! The group holed up for nine months in their studio experimenting and composing the four side-long pieces for this double album. They are joined on Sea of Sand by Seattle's Garek Druss (of A Story of Rats and Ear Venom) as collaborator/3rd member. Garek contributed his experiments with field recordings, repetition, electronics, and sound-collage to the proceedings.The music? Extremely HEAVY. Deeply WEIRD. A friend of the band coined the term 'soundtrack ficianarcoleptics' to describe who this album will most appeal to and indeed, the entire album is largely cinematic in its approach. The 'riffs' & drums mostly stay hidden in their caves, venturing outside on a few brief excursions to catch some moonlight and provide punctuation to the drones and other assimilated madness. Limited edition of 550 hand-assembled copies.
BRYAN EUBANKS/J.P. JENKINS- MULTI-KEY COMING/DCW #8/ROUGH METAPHORS LP (olde english spelling bee, usa)
17.98usd/8.91gbp/11.39eur/1787jpy (approx)
*restocked… Bryan Eubanks (of GOD) delivers a throbbing wall of distressed electronics that is 'indeed heavy at intervals but also makes a cognitive transparent treatment' according to the cryptic liner notes. To further quote the liner notes: '...this music is a tool for is is sunk that in a different interpellation than overleving neccasitates.' What? For his side, J.P. Jenkins (of Ghosting, Portland Bike Ensemble) layers acoustic guitars in a psychedelic, personal style that's more intuitive and exploratory than technically inclined. His unique approach completely sidesteps any of the current neo-folk/fingerpicking trends and goes for something far more organic and amorphous.
FENNESZ/JECK/MATTHEWS- AMOROSO 7" (touch, uk)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*Charles Matthews played the grand organ in York Minster, during Spire Live on January 20, 2007, alongside Fennesz and Philip Jeck. This release is an homage to Arvo Pärt and the school of minimalism, specifically "mystic minimalism" or "sacred minimalism." He is considered a pioneer of this style, along with contemporaries such as Henryk Górecki and John Tavener.
GLOBAL
V/A- BOLLYWOOD STEEL GUITAR CD (sublime frequencies, usa)
17.98usd/8.91gbp/11.39eur/1787jpy (approx)
*Bollywood Steel Guitar is the most comprehensive collection to date of steel guitar pop instrumental music from India. All 21 tracks featured here were film hits from 1962-1986 and all the masters of the steel guitar sound from the period are represented: Van Shipley, Kazi Aniruddha, S. Hazarasingh, Sunil Ganguly, and Charanjit Singh. An entirely different approach that rocks, swings, and grooves through some of India's most beloved film tunes, the electric steel guitar as lead instrument transforms the already infectious melodies into a multitude of higher sound dimensions. This CD was compiled and carefully selected from rare LPs over several years by Stuart Ellis. Here are some excerpts from his liner notes: The term 'Bollywood' originally referred to Bombay's (now known as Mumbai) Hindi language film industry. Although there are a number of other studios that produce films in other languages, more recently the definition has been expanded in the West to describe pretty much all films produced on the sub-continent. But where in most countries a film's soundtrack would merely be used as a promotional tool for the film, in India, film music has become an industry unto itself with playback singers and dance numbers. The music is just as important as the film and lives on long after the film has left the theaters. These songs are, for the most part, the pop music of India. As with most popular music, other artists sometimes recorded cover versions of these songs. Of these musicians, a small number specialized in instrumental arrangements and created what could be called the elevator music of India. While there were a few who used the harmonium or 'mouth organ,' the most popular instrument used in these 'instrumental favorites' was the steel guitar.
V/A- SHADOW MUSIC OF THAILAND LP (sublime frequencies, usa)
24.98usd/12.38gbp/15.82eur/2483jpy (approx)
*Shadow Music was a broad term given to the Thai guitar pop movement of the 1960s and the groups that came out of it -- all under the profound influence of early Western rock and roll. British instrumental wonders The Shadows (as in Cliff Richards & The Shadows) were the origin of the genre's title -- also coined "Wong Shadow" or early Thai "string" music. Shadow records were often marketed as "Thai Modernized Music" which it was in the truest sense. Traditional Thai melodies were given the Shadow treatment -- incorporating rock, surf, a-go-go, exotica, soul, blues, Latin and otherworldly styles of the times. Inventive compositions and instrumental genius meet the occasional odd vocal arrangement and the results range from plaintive guitar and organ-driven lullabies to full-blown electric garage folk-psychedelia! Featured on this collection are a handful of the leading recorded artists from the time; P.M. Pocket Music, The Son of P.M., P.M.7, Jupiter and Johnny Guitar. Throughout the 1960s, these groups forged a unique and highly self-referential Thai sound. This is a one-time pressing of 1500 LP copies and each of these beauties comes in a full-color, heavy-duty tip-on gatefold jacket featuring gorgeous original Thai Shadow LP artwork, and of course, 180 gram vinyl -- so don't sleep on this one.
HOUSE, TECHNO AND DISCO
HOUSEMEISTER- IN ORDER TO DANCE 12” (allyoucanbeat, germany)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*Before his much anticipated second long player Who Is That Noize?, you can now warm up with aycb 10, the pre-release ep In Order To Dance. Three club-savvy tracks deliver a mouth-watering impression of the album to come, each tune speaking a slightly different language generated by Housemeister's unique studio-routine of jam session recordings and the use of heavy heavy machines.
DEEPCHORD- GRANDBEND 2X12" (echospace, germany)
24.98usd/12.38gbp/15.82eur/2483jpy (approx)
*Deepchord's immense "Grandbend" was originally released on Deepchord's DC-10 release and has been often cited as the most beautifully spacious of all of Rod Modell's recordings. This doublepack brings together a remastered version of the original plus reworkings from Echospace, cv313 and Deepchord themselves, plus some killer dubs. These 6 versions are another intoxicating installment in the perfectly formed Echospace catalog, and with a pressing of a measly 1000 copies only for the world, they're just not going to last.
DEEPCHORD PRESENTS: ECHOSPACE SPATIALDIMENSION 12” (echospace, germany)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*Deepchord's immense "Grandbend" was originally released on Deepchord's DC-10 release and has been often cited as the most beautifully spacious of all of Rod Modell's recordings. This doublepack brings together a remastered version of the original plus reworkings from Echospace, cv313 and Deepchord themselves, plus some killer dubs. These 6 versions are another intoxicating installment in the perfectly formed Echospace catalog, and with a pressing of a measly 1000 copies only for the world, they're just not going to last.
ANDOMAT 3000- BND2 12” (four:twenty, uk)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*Despite being only two years old, Andreas Wiegland's Andomat 3000 project has seen him record for Cadenza, Safari Electronique, Morris Audio and Platzhirsch Schallplaten. He has also won fans such as Luciano, Ricardo Villalobos, Jimpster and Sebo K for his organic and subtly jazz infused house workouts. 'BND2' sums up the playful and eclectic vibe of Andomat 3000. Shuffling shakers, jazz snares and a superbly funky upright-bass all play off each other to create a distinctive floor burning groove of the highest order. Never the slackers on the remix front, Four:Twenty have drafted in both Kiki and Freaks man Luke Solomon for reinterpretations.
SHONKY- TIME ZERO PART ONE 12” (freak n’ chic, france)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*Vinyl version, part 1: A1- Time Zero 07:26; A2- Galactica 08:51. B1- Nebula 08:00; B2- Cosmic Ray 06:37.
SHONKY- TIME ZERO PART TWO 12” (freak n’ chic, france)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*Vinyl version, part 2: C1-Magma 07:40; C2-Ondulation 07:55. D1-Minor Planets 06:55; D2-Odyssey 08:45.
TOMCRAFT- BOOGIE NIGHTS: LIKE AN EAGLE 12” (great stuff, germany)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*A big welcome to Tomcraft. Finally the Great Stuff boss himself with his first release on his own label. After 3 albums, countless 12" singles, a UK #1 with 'Loneliness' and recording for nearly 15 years for Kosmo Records, he can now open his second chapter with Great Stuff. Together with his studio partner Lützenkirchen, he produced this awesome track using the same sublime strings that Par-T-One already sampled some years ago in his groundbreaking 'I'm So Crazy.' What a huge tune.
ALTER EGO- GARY 12” (klang elektronik, germany)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*First there is a jolty-beat, which is pretty unusual for an Alter Ego track, but then the whole room trembles under the evil-grumbling bass. When the synths raise up and the fire of "Gary" builds to its peak, Alter Ego have won. When played loud, "Gary" is pure rock n' roll! Carl Craig owns the remix, and the synths dominate. Sweat, spilled beer, arms raised... this is what rock n' roll looks like on the dancefloor.
JONAS BERING- CAN'T STOP LOVING YOU 12” (kompakt, germany)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*Jonas Bering's overall musical mission is the amalgamation of minimal, deep house, dub techno and ambient. "Can't Stop Loving You" is easily his most disco work to date. It's a jolly, well-tempered house tune driven by a discoish bass line and euphoric stabs, and its gonna stick in your ears right after the first listen. It's kitsch, it's pop and there's a true love story behind it. And it's only one of three amazing tracks on this record.
DUB KULT- PETIT MAL 12” (living, germany)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*He's the biggest UK producer you've never heard of. Dub Kult's records and his label, Living, get props from every one from Bug to Villalobos to Weatherall to Vath, Roman Flügel to Troy Pierce to Jay Haze to Zip and Mathias Kaden. And musically, it's a bit more cerebral an approach than the usual. 'At the center of clubbing madness,' Dub Kult says, 'lies a still, reflective core. There always has to be some brooding meaning, even in the moments of the most insane dancefloor abandon.
V/A- MY FAVORITE THINGS 12” (mule electronic, germany)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*12" vinyl version. Including tracks from Adolf Noise, Koss, Lawrence and a vinyl-exclusive track, Âme's remix of Echologist.
PIERCE & JERL- CUVEE 12” (my best friend, germany)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*The Cologne duo Pierce & Jerl have been around for years, but only recently joined forces. This exclusive project is all about carnality and savoring moments, and for them, music has to sound rich and bass-y. "Cuvee" is a mighty bass-driven track with links to Chicago's early moments, taking piano chords to another level by repeating them and creating a hypnotic flowing pattern. "Bouquet" is a peak-time tech-house track, with the nervous energy that drives people crazy on the dancefloor.
DOP- THE LIGHTHOUSE 12” (orac, germany)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*The Parisian trio Dop presents The Lighthouse. "Lighthouse" is balanced delicately between techno and house, making it a bridge track to push all kinds of sets in new directions. There are also chunky beats, raw jazz flute buzzes and a soulful vocal. With "Merci," Dop stretches out more towards techno, adding layers of gently warbling synths to make a calm yet sinister track. "Under The Rain" ends things with an experimental sound collage poem -- musique concrète for the after-after-party.
FRANCK ROGER & OLIVIER PORTAL FEAT CHRIS WONDER- ME MYSELF & I 12” (seasons limited, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*Warm chords, bouncy keys and a soothing bassline complement Wonder's catchy vocals on this definite crowd-pleaser, while an instrumental and bonus beats will satisfy the DJs. Sublime, refined dancefloor material for fans of Jazzanova, Chez and Needs.
FRANCK ROGER- SAY YOU LOVE ME 12” (seasons limited, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*straight up there street!! loads of bongos and dennis ferrer style percussion and live instrumentation.
FRANCK ROGER- THE CHASE 12” (seasons limited, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*’round here, season limited really couldn't put a foot wrong, even if they tried. Franck roger delivers another sizzling ep to rip a hole into your record box. Get your copy now.
FRANCK ROGER- WE CAN LIVE 12” (seasons limited, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*Huge gospel, vocal bomb from the name to drop at the moment, franck roger. Really cool music that will appeal to those of you who like the nu jazz sounds too.
FRANCK ROGER- WE WALK TO DANCE 2LP (seasons limited, usa)
15.98usd/7.92gbp/10.12eur/1588jpy (approx)
*It doesn't get any better than this!! Here we have the incredibly hot new album from the legendary franck roger!! His album has eight amazing tracks that will feature for all heads outhere and is already flying off the shelves!! Sounding like classic frankie knuckles meets farley with a slab of say grant nelson thrown in!! Very good house music.
GRACELAND & ARNOLD JARVIS- THE ONE 12” (seasons limited, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*Arnold jarvis drops a large robert owens style vocal house bomb on the excellent seasons limited label. Phil aisher drops a great remix that will appeal to all the soul heaven & urban house dj's.
GRACELAND & ARNOLD JARVIS- THE ONE REMIXES 12” (seasons limited, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*killer 83 west remixes of this great deep house/us garage track.
JAMES UNK- GLITCH CONTROL 12” (serie noire, france)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*Lessismore begins the new year with a striking fresh release from its new darker Serie Noire imprint. 'Glitch Control' is a wild melt of slamming beats and glitched percussions. Paco Osuna re-builds the track into an underhand clockwork crushing your inner willingness. Drop simply stuns with its breakneck pace and its roaring infrabasses. Do not resist, just let these killer tracks strike and shake your ribcage.
STACEY KIDD- SPIRITUAL SALSA 12” (smooth agent, usa)
8.98usd/4.45gbp/5.69eur/892jpy (approx)
*Not many people know this, but Stacy Kidd's cousin is Paul Johnson. You know, the guy who made "Get Get Down," one of the biggest club hits of '99. Anyhow, while his cousin has made the big time, Kidd is still stomping around behind the scenes. An underground trooper you could call him. He has recorded for a plethora of well-respected labels, such as NYC's Yellorange, Chi-Town's Dancemania, the sadly defunct Cajual, London's ubiquitous Peacefrog, and the Dutch imprint After Midnight. Kidd's style is unique. He blends retro disco samples with deep Chicago-house beats to perfection. He fuses uplifting, soulful vocal samples and time-honored disco licks with driving four-to-the-floor beats. Close your eyes and imagine yourself in the Windy City listening to Mark Farina spin this to a club packed to the gills with sweaty clubbers.
SEAN SMITH- BLACK TRIBAL MUSIC 12” (smooth agent, usa)
8.98usd/4.45gbp/5.69eur/892jpy (approx)
*killer deep house release from 2006 by sean smith drops on smooth agent. Big beefy bass kicks you into next week, a nice pad floats over the top whilst the cut up vocal adds a nice choppy feel to keep you on your toes.
KARU- ENTER PART 1 12” (smooth agent, usa)
8.98usd/4.45gbp/5.69eur/892jpy (approx)
*Deeper than deep house adventure from the states via the excellent smooth agent label. Picky of the bunch is the wicked, mellow grooves of "desire", which is remeniscent of those sexy late nights in nyc. All tracks feature a soulful, r'n'b style vocal delivery.
V/A- DEATH IS NOTHING TO FEAR 3 12” (spectral sound, usa)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*The third installment of Spectral Sound's compilation series, focused on bringing forward new voices in the world of techno. Brought together by an equally brash and nuanced take on tonal manipulation, the four artists presented here -- Sami Koivikko, Seth Troxler, Kate Simko and 2AM/FM (James T. Cotton and D'Marc Cantu) -- contribute a vast understanding of the compilation's theme. What unfolds is a tough and modern ride through international techno and house.
KATE SIMKO- SHE SAID 12” (spectral sound, usa)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*Kate Simko's first release with Spectral Sound is like the soundtrack to a techno-action movie. The shuddering bass line of the title track bounces off walls while slinky percussion keeps the tension in check. The synth swells. The alarm has been rung. Ryan Elliott chills the mood, creating a late-night version that keeps the original's insistence while augmenting its depth. "Soltera" sees our heroine escape, and housier textures prevail. An airy groove produces melody shrapnel, but all emerge victorious.
SHONKY- FOLLOW THE CLONES 12” (sub static, germany)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*The French once again: hardly the fact that they have appeared on the minimal map and have erased out any recollection of the Filterhouseterror from in those days, now they begin the storm of the Bastille. Zillions of young talents seem to slosh in the shelves, however, one has set down itself on the quiet already from the leadership field: Shonky. As a coproducer of Jennifer Cardini, he could already rest on some laurels, but he still has his own plans. Sub Static presents two properly psychedelic minimum racketeers as they could hardly fall out more individualistically. Correctly fitted with spring beats delivered the through ball for precisely placed schizo chords and who is still responsible there, has missed the takeoff. Hypnotically, the sounds mill themselves by the bodies and hatch behind the diaphragm, only to press ahead at the right moment like Alien out of Ripley.
JACK ROCK- FORMATION FLYING 12” (tic tac toe, denmark)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*This release is without a doubt Tic Tac Toe Records best bid for the 'anthem of the year' awards. Guy Gerber who is so well known for his Cocoon, Bedrock & Supplement Facts releases was nominated best newcomer in German magazine Groove in last year's poll, but he's no newcomer anymore: he's right up there in the top league alongside the best producers and remixers today and we're immensely proud to release his excellent remix of 'Formation Flying' on Tic Tac Toe Records. This is why we decided to release it as a limited single sided 12" in red coloured vinyl.
SLG- LOST IN SHIBUYA 12” (trapez, germany)
11.98usd/5.94gbp/7.59eur/1190jpy (approx)
*slg aka Lukasz Seliga from Poland is an artist with many musical interests ranging from funky techno over experimental electronics to playful funky house. "Lost In Shibuya" was influenced by a trip to Tokyo -- he used acoustic footage of voices and atmosphere to go with his post-Detroit groove. "Bleep Bleep" goes more in the direction of his tight technoid stomper "Caffeine," including not only frenzy tunes and hectic energy but also deep moments.
DAKOTTA- I NEED HELP 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.43gbp/8.22eur/1290jpy (approx)
*Dakotta's Tishmongo label has released music from some of the world's finest talent including Guy Gerber and David K. In 2008 he's making a name as a budding producer with releases lined up for Francois K's Wave records and the UK's mighty Tsuba. 'I Need Help' is a psychedelic house trip that would equally be at home in the sets of Luciano and Ricardo Villalobos or Giles Peterson and DJ Koze. 'On A Roll' is atmospheric house that is the perfect warm up track. Following the success of his Steve Lawler remix (still hot with Loco Dice, Konrad Black, Martin Landsky, Steve Bug & John Digweed) label boss Kevin Griffiths steps in with a deep, tribal tinged percussive interpretation of 'I Need Help’.
SARA DEVINE- SPECIAL 12” (vega, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*Vega Records presents up and coming producers who include one of New York's most respected club scenesters Master Kev. Alongside studio partner Dave 'Vibes' Tobon having recent success with the UK label Defected. This release is nothing less then 'Special'. Be sure to keep a close eye on these guys as they will be making a definite impression in the New York House Scene.
LUISITO QUINTERO FEAT. BLAZE - LOVE REMAINS THE SAME 12” (vega, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*Vega Records presents up and coming producers who include one of New York's most respected club scenesters Master Kev. Alongside studio partner Dave 'Vibes' Tobon having recent success with the UK label Defected. This release is nothing less then 'Special'. Be sure to keep a close eye on these guys as they will be making a definite impression in the New York House Scene.
LUISITO QUINTERO- AQUILAS COISAS TODAS: LOUIE VEGA REMIX 12” (vega, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*From Luisito Quintero’s solo album “Percussion Madness” we bring you the remix to “Aquilas Coisas Todas”. Louie Vega adds a elegant Latin Jazz tone over this Brazilian influenced song. You will find this to be right along Louie Vega’s Elements of Life music.
MR. V FEAT MISS PATTY- DA BUMP: AME REMIX 12” (vega, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
* Vega presents The Remixes Part 1 to “Da Bump”. Amé who consists of Kristian Beyer & Frank Wiedemann. Gracing us with their own rendition to this clubfloor stomper. Just barely walking away from the limelight with their massive hit “Rej”. Amé once again catches us unprepared. Be sure not to expect anything you have heard before Ame reworks and tweaks this single with a deep minimal tecked out feel alongside Mr.V dropping a set of all new vocals for this.
MR.V- PUT YOUR DRINK DOWN: LOUIE VEGA & BOB SINCLAIR MIXES 12” (vega, usa)
9.98usd/4.95gbp/6.32eur/992jpy (approx)
*Vega Records release’s yet another big single off the newly released album from Mr.V entitled “Welcome Home”. This is a very special release featuring mixes from 2 of House music heavyweights, Louie Vega and France’s own Bob Sinclar. This release is nothing less then a floor stomper. Louie Vega drops his signature style Latin fused beats with Mr.V’s urban street style vocal rap. Side B is Bob Sinclar delivering a big room remix with bouncy tribal beats and a catchy electro style riff making it the right time to “put your drink down” and head to the dance floor.
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Friday, March 21, 2008
NEW ARRIVALS/RESTOCKS FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 21
NEW ARRIVALS AND RESTOCKS FRIDAY, MARCH 21
thanks for looking.
big box o brit (and southern hemisphere) psych in this week… some new to the shop and some surprise restocks (grapefruit and july lps!!!). stand-outs include volume one of top sounds shapes and sounds series’ of rare bbc recordings. volume two killed, so vol1s sure to please. also in, a new reissue of the second os mutantes lp, this time on vinyl lovers (=$$$). speaking of vinyl lovers, they did deluxe double sets of the third and forth cure albums. expensive but oh so essential. got a bunch of noise vinyl in on the always great anarchy moon label (hand delivered no less). some nice reissues of a few of the great archival sets mississippi records have been laying on the public, nice to see em available again. and don’t forget to check the dance titles below. not a huge amount this week, but some definite must haves. ok, i gotta run!!!
gracias
anthony
as always, many of the titles are in very limited quantity, so if you're interested in anything listed below, feel free to call or email me, I will gladly hold items for up to a week.
prices do not include shipping and handling. for those of you shipping within the continental united states I offer a 5.00usd flat shipping rate for any amount of records and/or compact discs. shipping cost for international orders are calculated on an order by order basis. payments for orders can be made via paypal or with a credit card by telephone between 12-6pm/est.
i also offer bike messanger service via timecycle couriers. for the low cost of 10.00usd i can deliver any amount of records and/or cds you wish to purchase to your center city philadelphia location (this includes some parts of south, west and north philadelphia) within two hours (and for those of you who need your records even faster, we also offer ‘rush’ service for the low flat rate of 20.00usd for any amount of records/cds delivered to you within one hour). of course, we are still more than happy to ship records via the usps within philadelphia. as with the international shipments, orders placed before 5pm/est will ship out that evening and should reach their destination by the following day.
ROCK, POP AND PSYCHEDELIC
RON GEESIN- A RAISE OF EYEBROWS LP (earmark, italy)
22.98usd/11.59gbp/14.87eur/2278jpy (approx)
*Best known as the co-author of Pink Floyd's Atom Heart Mother, this tape manipulator and multi-instrumentalist released his debut on the Transatlantic label in 1967. The contents of the tracks range from bizarre audio collage ('A Raise Of Eyebrows'), to blistering freeform banjo ('Certainly Random'), to traditional jazz arrangements ('Ha! Ha! But Reasonable'), to odd spoken interludes ('Positives').
ERKIN KORAY- TUTKUSU LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… This 4th album by the man had never been reissued on vinyl before, so it's good news we have for you. This one's from 1977, and though Erkin went strongly ethnic with his previous album 2, here he went back on his steps and made another brilliant psych-rock album obviously adorned again with some Turkish traditional music elements, though not as strongly as with Elektronik Türküler. Here he even sings some tracks in English, giving the whole album a more occidental appeal but losing near nothing of the incredible enchantment of Erkin's best recordings! Limited reissue of 500 copies with the original artwork in a beautiful gatefold cover.
ERKIN KORAY- ELEKTRONIK TÜRKÜLER LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… You probably won't find any other Turkish psych record better than this. A real killer from start to finish, this was originally released in 1974, and is a brutal masterpiece of psychedelic rock blended with Turkish traditional music. The electric guitar of Erkin is outstanding, so is the electric saz used here too, and all tracks are absolutely fantastic. We cannot recommend this one more than we do. Limited reissue of 500 copies with the original artwork in a beautiful gatefold cover.
EL ALAMO- MALOS PENSAMIENTOS LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*restocked… Ultra-rare vintage Latin psych-rock record from Peru. This record released in 1971 and up to now is one of the essential rock recordings to come from Peru and maybe even from the whole of South America. El Alamo play genuine psych rock with nice fuzz guitars. Vocals are mostly in English. The original vinyl is rather expensive and very sought-after. Very beautiful artwork! Fantastic remastered sound and nice gatefold covers.
SOFT SHOE- FOR THOSE ALONE LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*restocked… Incredibly rare folk-prog record from the United Kingdom. Mellow sounds, nice vocals and good arrangements, it's a pity that this record that had only a very limited private release. Said that, we can easily say that this title ranges among the best obscure electric folk-prog records coming from the UK in those years. Even the artwork can easily concur as one of the most beautiful of this genre." Recorded 1977-78.
CHAKRA- CHAKRA LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*restocked… Chakra were a progressive U.S. band with only one LP release in 1979. This record is nearly impossible to find and in case you do, it's pretty expensive. While the lyrics mainly refer to very religious, Christian themes, the music is excellent prog-rock somewhere in between Rush and Yes. The only reason why this record has not become a U.S. prog-rock classic is because of its scarce availability. Fantastic remastered sound and nice carton cover.
GRAPEFRUIT- AROUND LP (grapa, spain)
26.98usd/13.61gbp/17.46eur/2675jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… Very cool Beatlesque late '60s British psych-pop with sophisticated arrangements employing baroque/psychedelic touches of strings, orchestration and keyboards. Wonderful reissue with original artwork.
CHARALAMBIDES- ROSE/THORN LP (klang industries, usa)
20.98usd/10.58gbp/13.58eur/2080jpy (approx)
*Long-, long-, long-, loooooong-awaited and singular entry in the Charalambides and Klang Industries discographies; one of those 'does it really exist?' items that's finally seeing daylight, or moonlight. A stark, unsettling and beautiful slice of duo Charlambides invocation/incantation, taken from the period between Jason Bill and Heather Leigh Murray's tenures with the band and featuring extraordinary chord organ and vocal work from Christina and some signature lap steel mastery from Tom. Fans of the band's most recent, more song-based work will find this relevatory, long-time listeners will say 'ahhhh' and settle in for the flight. Heavy vinyl, limited pressing, cover handiwork by Tom, the first release in years from Klang and a sign perhaps of a truly epic revival." "Long-awaited Klang debut of Charalambides. This record has been brewing since 2000, and is now finally available under the auspices of Eclipse/Klang. Two side-long improvisations in much the same vein as IN CR EA SE, a bit more topographical perhaps, but still horizontally serene and horizonless. Chord organ, lap steel, vocals.
PAUL ADOLPHUS- THE DAWN WIND LP (shadoks, germany)
44.98usd/22.68gbp/29.11eur/4460jpy (approx)
*restocked… First reissue of a very obscure Japanese private press folk album from 1973. Deluxe gatefold reproduction of the original sleeve, usual lavish Shadoks treatment. Edition of 350 copies. The Australian artist Paul Adolphus recorded the album in Kyoto/Japan, playing guitar, vocals, flutes, shakuhachi. Totally vibed-out "personal" folk-psych… My first visit to Japan was in 1968 after living in India and Sri Lanka. My wife at the time arrived in Kyoto, and had our first child there. We really loved it. We returned to Sweden then went back to Kyoto and had our second child there. We lived in a two hundred year old farm house in a village outside Kyoto. It was a great scene at the time. Japanese artists, bohemians, and visiting foreigners making art music poetry etc. I was playing music with different people, then developed a musical relationship with Mitsu Harada. We did concerts and toured to other cities in Japan together. Before leaving Japan Mitsu organized to record the album together. Mitsu's father was the grand master of a calligraphy school. In a large room in the school Mitsu set up mikes and a big stereo recorder consul. Most of the playing was by Mitsu and myself, an American friend played a little guitar and percussion to fill some holes. A group of friends sat around, so it was a bit of a living room concert feel. It was my material, Mitsu engineered as well as playing. I think there were 200 copies pressed, the covers were hand made, so it was released into the small arts community of Kyoto and Tokyo. Not long after the recording I travelled with the family to Australia, I had been away from here for a decade. I worked on a lot of projects here, composing for theatre and dance. I had a group called Living Music -- an African drummer, Indian tabla, didjeridoo, winds etc. It was early days, not too many people were ready for world music." Shadoks: "Incredibly rare and sought-after mellow folk album with beautiful songs and harmonies, like a Japanese version of Extradition.
ANTOINE RENCONTRE LES PROBLEMES- ANTOINE RENCONTRE LES PROBLÈMES LP (sweet dandelion, uk)
30.98usd/15.62gbp/20.05eur/3071jpy (approx)
*For the first time reissued on vinyl, this is a piece of scorching French '60s garage punk. Don't be fooled by Antoine's name, this has nothing to do with his latter contributions to French sissy pop. Antoine sings on four of the songs in this album. With Les Problèmes, we're talking garage music at its best here, with fuzz and distortion everywhere, rough sound and haunting fuzz riffs, but each song has its own charm without being repetitive. Our favorite garage French-sung LP (it beats all the Québec-produced albums!) by far, we just can't understand why this hasn't been reissued until now. Included also as bonus tracks are two non-LP tracks from Les Problèmes' rare first EP, with the killer 'Passe Ton Chemin.' Remastered sound, original artwork and strictly limited to 500 copies!
JULY- JULY LP (sweet dandelion, uk)
26.98usd/13.61gbp/17.46eur/2675jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… One of the best UK psychedelic albums ever, made available again!!! Originally released in 1968, includes all their best tracks like 'My Clown' or 'Dandelion Seeds.' An absolute must!
V/A- SHAPES & SOUNDS: ORANGE & RED BEAMS FROM THE BBC ARCHIVES 1967-1969 LP (top sounds, uk)
27.98usd/14.11gbp/18.11eur/2774jpy (approx)
*lp version. Including a 16-page color booklet based on a vintage Radio Times… Following on from Alphabeat, Top Sounds is proud to announce the release of a second compilation, a delightful selection of choice '60s rarities from the otherwise largely inaccessible BBC archives. Spanning a period of almost two years, Shapes & Sounds offers 17 performances taped in BBC studios for broadcast not only on the more familiar radio shows such as Top Gear and Saturday Club, but also some of the daytime weekly programs such as The Dave Cash Programme. This release features six bands, all of whom will be familiar to collectors of psychedelia and pop of the period, some of which are lauded as being amongst the most rated groups of their time. For many, pride of place will go to Kaleidoscope, as Shapes & Sounds features two tracks that are missing from the BBC's Transcription Service archive and consequently were not included on the Please Listen To The Pictures BBC set. Thanks to the recent discovery of a transcription disc, Top Sounds are privileged to complete the jigsaw and offer a choice version of the band's most contagious single 'Jenny Artichoke,' as well as a stupendous rendition of the Faintly Blowing cut 'Music' which is guaranteed to have Kaleidoscope's legion of followers in ecstasy! Also thought lost and making their debut on are three splendid tracks by Tomorrow featuring Keith West, sourced from two editions of Top Gear in October 1967 and February 1968. Included are excellent renditions of 'Blow Up' and 'Colonel Brown,' but the pick of the bunch is almost certainly 'Real Life Permanent Dream,' with its overdrive of twisting wah-wah guitar throughout from the nimble fingers of Steve Howe. It's been a while since any fresh music from Timebox was released and Shapes & Sounds offers their four remaining session tracks from the Beeb archives, which include a beautiful version of their famed 'Beggin,' a rendition of 'Yellow Van' which most definitely puts the single cut to shame, a superb take of 'Stay There' and perhaps most importantly, an admirable slice of blue-eyed soul in their cover of the Young Rascals' 'A Girl Like You,' which the band never recorded outside of the BBC. The Montanas' discography is noted by many as being rather hit or miss, but that is most definitely not the case with their inclusion on Shapes & Sounds, and most will no doubt be surprised and animated by the BBC take of their most prized pop/psych 45, A Step In The Right Direction. That excellent single was enhanced by a wash of phasing, but in this live performance the song is literally drowned in a veritable tidal wave of that glorious wind tunnel effect, while 'You're Never Going to Get My Lovin' would have made a better choice for a single than some of those that were actually released. The other Montanas performances form something of a Moby Grape tribute, with a cracking rendering of 'Hey Grandma' and a blistering attack on 'Omaha.' Of all these numbers from their repertoire, only 'A Step In The Right Direction' ever appeared on a single. Oxfordshire's Gentle Influence have come to more prominence recently with the inclusion of their popular 'Easy To Know' on the 'Le Beat Bespoke' compilation and Top Sounds have uncovered a similarly styled nugget with their BBC only cover of Curtis Mayfield's 'You've Been Cheatin',' as well as a superior version of their final 1969 A-side 'Always Be A Part Of My Living.' And last but my no means least, The Spectrum -- hitherto not the most rated of '60s bands by some -- impress with a fuzz guitar-spiked performance of 'Headin' For A Heatwave' which is more virile and much more atmospheric than the 45 version, and they enthusiastically rip through a Beeb only take of The Artwoods favorite 'I Take What I Want.' The sound quality is absolutely superb throughout, with nearly every track sourced from original BBC Transcription records. The Tomorrow performances have been taken from excellent off-air recordings and similarly shine and few of the tracks on the collection needed much enhancement at all, all have nevertheless been professionally restored and mastered. The presentation is immaculate and as with the Alphabeat release, Artholeghraphics have designed a memorable period-flavored package. Includes a 24-page booklet packed with illustrations, band histories and listings of all their known BBC sessions written and supplied by Nigel Lees, author of much of Record Collector magazine's 'The British Psychedelic Trip' series. Except for one of the Montanas recordings being bootlegged many years ago, none of the tracks have ever been commercially available and most have not been heard in public since the '60s. All copies are hand numbered and Shapes & Sounds is a legitimate limited edition release, licensed from the BBC with the blessing/co-operation of no less than 19 band members.
V/A- SHAPES AND SOUNDS VOLUME TWO: SHADES OF DEEPEST PURPLE FROM THE BBC ARCHIVES 1967-1971 LP (top sounds, uk)
30.98usd/15.62gbp/20.05eur/3071jpy (approx)
*restocked… With this second excavation of previously unreleased live BBC session performances spanning the period 1967-1971, Shapes And Sounds becomes a series and Volume Two features a completely different line up of bands from last year's set. Pride of place on this second edition arguably goes to The Gun, with three astonishing performances that were recorded nearly a year before 'Race With The Devil' which illustrate their late '67 menu of mod and psych pop, with cracking versions of Rupert's Peoples 'Hold On,' Paul Simons 'A Most Peculiar Man' and a quite splendid airing of their legendary 'Light On The Wall!' The Casuals surprise with the beat of 'Midnight Confessions' and 'Take Me For A Little While' as well as a fine rendering of 'Jesamine,' while The Mirage perform a live version of their May 1967 single 'The Wedding Of Ramona Blair.' The Alan Bown! play an excellent take of 'Magic Handkerchief' and even more interestingly offer two numbers that never appeared on any Bown release, with the self-penned progressive popper 'Movie Star Baby' and a brilliant interpretation of The Association's 'Pandora's Golden Heebie Jeebies.' Also with three tracks on Shapes And Sounds are Wales' The Bystanders, who turn in a lovely version of 'Royal Blue Summer Sunshine Day' as well as a glorious homage to The Byrds with 'Renaissance Fair.' Even better and long talked about in collectors' circles but never previously released is their absolutely stunning rendition of 'I Am The Walrus,' which Top Sounds are sure will disappoint no one! Sourced from an off-air recording of their only British television appearance on Disco 2, Killing Floor perform 'Milkman' from their Out Of Uranus LP in superb quality (the TV show was wiped decades ago) and of similarly heinous rarity are live tracks from Portrait and Katch 22, who turn in forceful renderings of 'Born To Be Wild' and 'The Price Of Love,' respectively (the latter of which is better than the Status Quo cover!) The sound quality is absolutely superb throughout, with 12 of the 16 tracks sourced from original BBC Transcription records. The other performances have been taken from excellent off-air recordings and similarly shine and though few of the tracks on the collection needed much enhancement at all, all have nevertheless been professionally restored and mastered. The presentation is immaculate and as with the previous Shapes And Sounds release, Artholeghraphics have designed a memorable period flavored package. The LP has a 16 page color booklet based on a vintage Radio Times packed with illustrations, band histories and listings of all their known BBC sessions written and supplied by Nigel Lees, author of much of Record Collector magazine's 'The British Psychedelic Trip' series. Except for the Mirage recording being bootlegged many years ago (in lesser quality!), none of the tracks have ever been commercially available and most have not been heard in public since the '60s. Shapes And Sounds is a legitimate limited edition release, licensed from the BBC with the blessing and co-operation of many band members.
V/A- ALPHABEAT: POP, PSYCH & PROG ROCK 1967-1970 LP (top sounds, uk)
27.98usd/14.11gbp/18.11eur/2774jpy (approx)
*restocked. lp version. Contains an 12-page lavishly illustrated magazine-style booklet, and housed in authentic '60s fashion with a laminated sleeve… Compiled and realized by Nigel Lees (author of much of Record Collector magazine's long running series 'The British Psychedelic Trip'), Alphabeat marks the debut release on his own label Top Sounds, a collection which brings together 13 rare slices of pop, psychedelia and progressive rock recorded during 1967-1970. Only 2 have appeared previously on compilations, the remainder bar the obscure 1970 45 by Mississippi have never been released and make their vinyl and CD debut on Alphabeat. All tracks have been professionally restored and the release includes an informative and profusely illustrated 24-page booklet which features histories of all the artists, together with many photos which have never been published before. The release has the blessing of at least one member of each group and in some cases several. Many of the selections on Alphabeat were not even known to exist before the release of the compilation, and few connoisseurs of obscure late '60s pop, psych and prog will be disappointed with its contents. Dubbed from a master supplied by a Belgian television company, 'Foxy Lady' and 'Toad' were recorded live at a pop festival in 1968 and prove The Barrier to be as exciting on stage as on their best singles from the same year, while Mississippi impress with their heavy bluesy rock which is lifted from their lone and very rare 45 from 1970. The pigeonholing of Breakthru as a lightweight pop act through their only single 'Ice Cream Tree' is devastatingly dismissed by the unveiling of 2 incendiary slices of psychedelically-inclined rock recorded at a Birmingham studio in late 1967, and an unknown group who recorded at R.G Jones' OAK studios sound uncannily like The Game 3 years on with the slow burning 'First Back From Heaven.' The Pathfinders' 'Pumpkin Lantern' has appeared before on compilations on a number of occasions, but thanks to the discovery of another acetate copy, it's presented here in premium quality together for the first time with its previously ignored but very special rendering of the Bee Gees' 'To Love Somebody.' Graded Grains have presented psych collectors with a mystery and an enigma since their acetate of 'Animal Magic' and ' Lucifer Sam' was unearthed for Chocolate Soup For Diabetics Volume 3 way back in the early '80s, and such was their dogged obscurity that some came to believe there was no such band called Graded Grains at all. Top Sounds however, are able to present 4 tracks recorded on the continent in Paris in 1969 which beautifully exhibit authentic pop psych with a marked Barrett-era Pink Floyd influence, one of which is a later (and much cleaner!) take of the famed 'Animal Magic.' And last but by no means least, the legendary blues band Black Cat Bones prove their versatility and deliver an uptempo psych-flavored rocker called 'Warmth Of The Day,' which aside from inclusion on a fairly recent bootleg has only previously been available on the rare 1969 promotional for the QE2 ocean liner.
TYRANNOSAURUS REX- MY PEOPLE WERE FAIR AND HAD SKY IN THEIR HAIR BUT NOW THEY'RE CONTENT TO WEAR STARS ON THEIR BROWS LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
31.98usd/16.13gbp/20.69eur/3171jpy (approx)
*Before Marc Bolan became the glam rock superstar behind T-Rex, he was just a hippy boy with a guitar, writing fantastical Tolkien-inspired folk songs populated by fairies and ogres. But thanks to producer Tony Visconti, this boy & his trusty drum-playing friend Steve Peregrine Took soon had a record contract and this, their debut album, actually made it to the top of the British charts in 1967 when it was released. Stereo version with 1 bonus track and lyrics insert.
OS MUTANTES- MUTANTES LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
31.98usd/16.13gbp/20.69eur/3171jpy (approx)
*Fusing traditional Brazilian music, psychedelia, rock and a good dose of pure experimentalism, with the release of their 1968 debut, Os Mutantes quickly became giants in the outer fringes of pop music, soon reaching mythic proportions. With their second album, Mutantes, released in 1969, the band continued in this same vein of boundary crushing, featuring tracks like the futuristic 'Dois Mil e Um.'
OS MUTANTES- OS MUTANTES LP (lilith, russian federation)
23.98usd/12.09gbp/15.52eur/2377jpy (approx)
*restocked… With the release of their debut LP in 1968, Os Mutantes cracked the already red hot Tropicalia scene wide open. Fusing traditional Brazilian music, psychedelia, rock and a good dose of pure experimentalism, they quickly became giants both in Brazil and in the outer fringes of pop music, where they have managed to reign supreme for the past four decades. Not an easy task in such a crowded arena. Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Gal Costa, Jorge Ben, Tom Zé, AND Os Mutantes? What do these people put in their drinking water? The band went on to release several more albums, but this one was their magnum opus.
LAGHONIA- ETCETERA LP/7” (world in sound, germany)
49.98usd/25.20gbp/32.34eur/4955jpy (approx)
*restocked… The EtCetera album originally released in 1971, one of South Americas greatest. It comes with outstanding original artwork, a true psychedelic painting by M. Cornejo, in a foldout cover, and extra 7" 4 track EP with 2 never released songs.
PUNK AND POST-PUNK
THE CURE- FAITH 2LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
41.98usd/21.17gbp/27.17eur/4162jpy (approx)
*Recorded in 1981, this classic album took the band further down the road of despair, initiated with Seventeen Seconds, with an album full of mournful atmospheric tracks, including their hit single, 'Primary.' Includes 6 bonus tracks from the CD deluxe version. Gatefold sleeve, 180 gram virgin vinyl.
THE CURE- PORNOGRAPHY 2LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
41.98usd/21.17gbp/27.17eur/4162jpy (approx)
*1982's Pornography, still considered by many to be their best, was the band's darkest album to date, cementing their role as beacons of the emergent gothic rock genre, with the band sporting their signature red lipstick and big hair look for the first time during this tour. Eight bonus tracks from the deluxe CD version. Gatefold sleeve, 180 gram virgin vinyl.
AVANT GARDE AND NOISE
REDWOUND- DARK BOG BLAZE ONE-SIDED LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
14.98usd/7.55gbp/9.69eur/1485jpy (approx)
*Burning blisters in the bowels of a bayou petroleum stank-hole. Redwound == Circuit Wound ++ Redglaer collab. Super-awesome screen printed fold-over jackets (silver ink on white), and on the blank side of the record (silver-red ink, looks like bloody grip tape), in a plastic sleeve. limited edition of 129, get em quick.
ROMAN TORMENT/FEED THE DRAGON- SPLIT 12" (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*Roman Torment "The Gift of Grief" - a floral assault of carbide-tipped blades, underground atomic collisions, dripping with sorbet and liquid silver. an unrelenting abuse of the artists' ears and throats for our benefit. Feed the Dragon "Bromide Romance" - narcotic ritual. the history of desperate ages and the final moments of delivery into chaos / nothingness, scorpions erupting from cactii. who will be left to laugh about the death of civilization??? good loud cut on black 12" vinyl 45rpm, white jackets with color prints glued on the outside, color insert, plain gold labels. limited edition of 300.
TECUMSEH- CROSSING DIVIDES LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*Co-released between Black Horizons and Anarchymoon Recordings, this is the first release from this Portland (OR) group that creates drone metal of the heaviest variety, although with more forward movement than some of their peers, and the addition of cold space electronic hiss. Using 2 basses and electronics, the recording captures them in fine form in their less-abusive sonic range with all the power that their carefully crafted sound conveys live. Limited to 384 on black vinyl, with amazing fold-out covers printed in metallic blue ink on charcoal linen paper by the inimitable Seizure Palace, with resealable polyclear outer sleeves and poly-lined-paper inner sleeves.
JOHN WIESE/DEAD MACHINES/DAMION ROMERO- FRIDAY THE 13TH 2LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*restocked… fierce live recording of this epic event on jan 13, 2006. one side per set, including final side of 4-way collaboration. somehow they managed to fuse the minimal low-fi rig of dead machines with the maximal power cycle of damion romero and spatious neutron radiation of john wiese, i was wondering how they were gonna pull it off.... it is a crunch-roaring bewilderment in sound. john wiese - sonic landscapes that swirl and build, psychedelic even. dead machines - slow grind through homemade speaker-suitcase. a groovy ride on nails and steel wool. damion romero - physical psychic, you could feel it in the concrete floor. 4-way collab - thunder-wail with flowers and sharks. *****sonic hallucinations all. 2xlp black vinyl, pro labels, b/w paste on covwe by seizure palace in the usual beyond-sick fashion on 12"x40" sheets. limited edition of 515.
JUSTICE YELDHAM AND THE DYNAMIC RIBBON DEVICE- BIRTHDAYS LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
14.98usd/7.55gbp/9.69eur/1485jpy (approx)
*Birthdays consists of two live sets by maverick amplified-glass player Justice Yeldham recorded during his & Keg's recent tour of Europe. If you've never heard of the guy you are in for a bloody treat. Using concert-grade piano contact mics, he amplifies a sheet of glass and plays it with his mouth and face, processing it with pedals attached to his belt, usually barefooted. The results are unworldly, and hearing it you would never imagine what created it, something only an Aussie could achieve. Like careening assaults of insect spaceships, he transports the listener to other worlds of sound, ending most often in a crash of the glass upon his head. He survives, bloody but alive, never worse for wear in the morning. Side A was captured in Marseille on the eve of Justice's 35th birthday while side B was recorded on Kegs birthday in Porto (for a preview listen at myspace.com/justiceyeldham). And to top off the birthday cheer Keg also did the cover illustration as a gift for Justice's Birthday. Mastered by the god-like Rasheed of Dubplates (Berlin), the record has been collaboratively released in an edition of 600 copies across the world by Anarchymoon Recordings (North America), Turgid Animal (Europe) & All Thumbs Press (Australia). Black vinyl, B-on-W labels, 2-sided glue-on cover art limited edition of 600.
MERZBOW/BAND OF PAIN- REPTILE/INSECT LP (dirter promotions, uk)
23.98usd/12.09gbp/15.52eur/2377jpy (approx)
*After over a year in preparation, we are delighted to announce the new split Merzbow/Band Of Pain full length picture disc LP. Ltd worldwide to 1000 copies, this beautiful picture disc vinyl LP features a side by each of these artists. Merzbow, well established as THE pioneer of the Japanese noise/avant-garde scene and Band Of Pain, leaders in a slightly darker experimental world, who were once described by Terroriser magazine as being 'what Wagner would be doing if he was alive today!' The full color picture disc is pressed on heavyweight vinyl and cut by the finest mastering studio to give the best possible reproduction for its powerful and intoxicating layers of sound.
CURRENT 93- OF RUINE OR SOME BLAZING STARRE LP (durtro jnana, canada)
28.98usd/14.61gbp/18.75eur/2873jpy (approx)
*Durtro Jnana are pleased to announce the reissue of Current 93's masterpiece Of Ruine Or Some Blazing Starre. Originally released in 1994, Of Ruine... follows the classic Thunder Perfect Mind album and marks another leap forward in the sound of Current 93. The gorgeously delicate guitar of Michael Cashmore augmented by drones, bells and sound manipulations make this one of Current's most hypnotic albums musically with the vocals and text of David Tibet adding a quietly controlled power and drama which is virtually unsurpassed in the canon of the band. This reissue has been remastered and features newly designed artwork.
DAMION ROMERO- TWINS 2LP (p tapes/tone filth, usa)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*for over a decade damion romero has been crafting minimal sub frequencies to create some of the most interesting and unique experimental music. twins is damion's most impressive document to date; it contains four sides of intense and focused pure sound, recorded live with no overdubbing, effects, tapes, or feedback. twins utilizes many varying textures and layers of sound offering many rewarding engaging listens. edition of 500 copies in professionally printed ina/grm "serie gramme" style gatefold sleeves.
FOLK, BLUES AND ROOTS
WASHINGTON PHILLIPS- WHAT ARE THEY DOING IN HEAVEN TODAY? LP (mississippi, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*second edition with regular printed jacket. Original recordings from 1927-1929, with Phillips perhaps accompanied on the Dolceola (miniature piano-like instrument). Beautifully haunting music from Phillips. His sweetly-sung Christian blues, bathed in a celestial haze of notes from an instrument that sounds like a child's music box, stand out amongst the work of guitar evangelists and street corner Scripture-ites of the era. Phillips' sacred porch songs provide evidence of a higher power, for how could man alone create music for the angels? These recordings sound remarkable from being from the 1920s.
V/A- I DON'T FEEL AT HOME IN THIS WORLD ANYMORE 1927-1948 LP (mississippi, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… second edition with regular printed jacket. This compilation is our tribute to the music made in the U.S. between 1927 and 1948. We decided not only to focus on traditional genres (blues, old-time, Cajun), but to also show the music that was brought by the boatloads of immigrants coming to these shores. Their music influenced and still affects our culture today. The album starts off with a heavenly example of Greek rebetica from Marika Papagika. Also featured is early Tex-Mex pioneer Lydia Mendoza and gospel duo Two Gospel Keys. The latter gives us our title track. Louisiana Cajun music is beautifully executed by artists Cleoma Falcon and Blind Uncle Gaspard with Dela Lachney. The Blue Sky Boys may be considered old-time, but their haunting, melancholic harmonies belong in their own genre. The Caresser and Wilmouth Houdini bring on the Calypso with that New York jazz flavor. Hawaiian slack key guitar is demonstrated by Mike Hanapi's Ilima Islanders and Mme. Riviere's Hawaiians. Aside from Calypso, NY was also a big hub for Jewish klezmer, as shown by Jacob Hoffman playing with Henry Kandel's Orchestra. Sexteto Bolona is a great example of the roots of salsa and there's even a mystery track by an unknown Indonesian folk singer of the time. The comp ends with blues performer Big Boy Cleveland with his oddly original 'Quill Blues.' A beautiful record from beginning to end.
V/A- LIFE IS A PROBLEM LP (mississippi, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… second edition with regular printed jacket, no longer comes w/ a bonus 7". "Compilation of raw electric guitar-based gospel recorded between 1949 & 1976. Hard to find & unreleased gospel that makes most rock & roll sound weak & contained. Features Utah Smith, Rev. Lonnie Farris, Sister O.M Terrill & many lesser known artists. Fourteen tracks in all.
FUNK AND SOUL
V/A- ECCENTRIC SOUL: THE BIG MACK LABEL 2LP (numero group, usa)
21.98usd/11.08gbp/14.22eur/2179jpy (approx)
*The fourth volume in our Eccentric Soul series examines the oil-stained underside of the Motor City sound. There are no gold records, million dollar buyouts, or quaint museums at the end of the story, just a handful of four figure 45s, a box of photographs, and a condemned building. If Detroit was once an ocean of soul, the Big Mack label was certainly an island. Big Mack lasted an incredible 20 years without so much as a sniff of a hit. Dogged by lack of airplay, distribution, and a general lack of understanding of the music business, the label failed on almost every level except where it counted; the music. From soulful doo-wop to blistering garage funk, a left at sultry R&B and then a quick dodge into budget Hendrix wailing over a steel drum break, this disc is the epitome of Eccentric Soul. Artists include Bob & Fred, the Manhattens, Edd Henry, Ms. Tyree Jones, Essence, Performers, Mae Young, Soul President, Sleepwalkers, Grand Prix's, and L. Hollis & the Mackadoos.
JAZZ
PHILIP COHRAN AND THE ARTISTIC HERITAGE ENSEMBLE- MALCOLM X MEMORIAL LP (mississippi, usa)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*restocked… an early member of the Sun Ra Arkestra, Philip Cohran went on to record & self-release this LP in 1968, originally in an edition of 1,000. Cohran was a personal friend of Malcolm X, & this is a concept album musically telling the story of Malcolm's political & spiritual journey. It features a tight groove-oriented band (which later evolved into the Pharoahs, & then Earth, Wind, & Fire!) who explore soul, jazz, & Middle Eastern rhythms. A politically radical & intense recording not to be missed. Philip Cohran is a much under-appreciated musical genius, & we are proud to reissue this album for the first time on vinyl. Gatefold LP with archival photos & liner notes.
DUBSTEP AND GRIME
ZOMBY- MU5H/SPLIFF DUB: RUSTLE REMIX 12” (hyperdub, uk)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*This is installment #2 of Hyperdub's rapid-fire assault on 2008, which continues to mine a rich bleep seam. Both Zomby and Glaswegian producer Rustie have built up a dedicated following with a string of off-key productions. Their first Hyperdub outing is headlined by Zomby's epic bleep symphony "Mu5h," a dramatic and melodic 8-bit stepper, while the retooling of "Spliff Dub" scuttles along with wonky percussion, jiggy grooves, speaker-busting bass, blaring synths and a chopped-up vocal instructing you how to "keep the evil away”.
SENSI- SENSI DUB 12” (sensi, uk)
14.98usd/7.55gbp/9.69eur/1485jpy (approx)
*Lord-a-mercy, it's happening again and this release isn't even going to touch the sides. A highly-rated production duo originating from the 'golden triangle' south of London visit an ultra-heavy low-end dubstep decimation. The rhythm manages to link Barrington Levy's early dancehall bombs, via eight-bit sleng teng origination through its transduction by early '90s hardcore junglism and fully rewire the whole glorious lineage of this lyrical conceit with massive 2007 bass pressure. Don't sleep, or it will be gone. Smoker's delight!!!
HOUSE, TECHNO AND DISCO
THE DIAPHANOIDS- WHERE WERE YOU IN 5079? 12” (bear entertainment, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*From the netherland of the kosmos, here come The Diaphanoids. With a bizarre and mind-boggling musical background these psychonauts will deliver their own unique blend of lunar funkadelia + spaced-out disco + astro rock + galactic soul + confuzed boogie + congotronics + krautgrooves + '70s soundtracks, with titles like excerpts from psy/sci-fi B-movies. So turn your dream machine on, get off your psychic asses and start walking on the laser's edge... all aboard the Space Train captained by tin Pac-men from toy planets. 1972-1977-1978-1979-1980... Berlin-Munich-London-Paris-New York... they've seen the best minds of those generations crisped and motherfunked by the active oxidants of brainium zythernitrate. The Diaphanoids (visible division) are: Andrea Bellentani and Simon Maccari. Remixes for their debut single come from the exciting talent of Toby Tobias (Rekids, Bear Funk Gold) in 2 forms: his epic Proton mix coming in at over 10 minutes long and the superb lazer-disco dub mix. Massive and excited reactions already from Padded Cell's Richard Sen, Idjut Boys, Tim Sweeney (DFA, Beats In Space), Lindstrøm, Prins Thomas, Toby Tobias, Stevie Kotey, Arturo Capone, Simon Lee (Faze Action), Chicken Lips and Fabrizio Mammarella.
GOAT DANCE- IN THE SYSTEM 12” (bear entertainment, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… More high-voltage electronic boogie from Chicken Lips member Dean Meredith under his solo moniker, Goat Dance. Funky Euro disco in the tradition of Giorgio Moroder and '80s italo sounds that also gets a rockin' remix treatment from Steve Kotey and Max Essa who go by the team name Loggaphon.
GOAT DANCE- GOAT DANCE 12” (bear entertainment, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… Yes, he is back! Dean Meredith aka Goat Dance and one third of Chicken Lips provides us with more his wonky discoid sound. 'Goat Dance' is probably the most floor oriented piece of music from the Goat so far. Championed by Stevie Kotey as his secret weapon for the last four months, he has seen the effect this track has had on dancefloors around the globe. Goat Dance is pure disco drama with its eerie Juno synth chords and bassline so simple but so amazingly fat it should carry a health warning. As usual, the drums and percussion on 'Goat Dance' are spot on! The flipside 'Goat Dance' (Version) takes the bassline and drums a step further with a spine tingling dub version that would have Joe Gibbs running for cover. Don't miss this or you might regret it and be sad for the rest of your life. Remember Goat Dances are limited pressings!
SEBASTIAN ROYA- ANDANTE 12” (connoisseur supérieur, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*Sebastian Roya is back on Supérieur again, Connaisseur's sub-imprint, where he had his first release and his first hit. With "Andante," he shows his talent for massively drivin' voodoo grooves and weird soundscapes. He layers and builds until the track is a big rolling bulldozer no one can stop. Jens Zimmermann, a warhorse of electronic music for almost 20 years, is responsible for the outstanding remix. Sounds bustling about and echo chambers so 3D, you'd like to move into them.
RICHARD BELSOM- BANSHEE 12” (confused, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*The world famous Confused label says hello to a new artist: Richard Belsom. His debut track on Oliver Huntemann's cult imprint is called 'Banshee' and it is literally rocking as all hell. Plain and dry techno beats with super cool cymbal toppings underneath psychotic synth sounds and roaring basses that will turn any boring night into an extravagant techno party. To round out the package, it is up to our well known friends Piemont aka Phunklarique & Dejonka to deliver one of their rawest and most stripped-down remixes. Repetitive euphoria -- a must have!
PHIL KIERAN- MISSP 12” (cocoon, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*Ireland's Phil Kieran is back again with Missp on Cocoon Recordings, continuing consistently where he stopped with his contribution to the Cocoon Compilation G collection: groovy, dark, technoid -- a sound that reminds of some fog & strobo parties in the mid-'90s. A perfect prime-time track. On the B-side, Pig & Dan interpret the track and give it a new look that is trance-y and playful, but with a good twist of acid and as good as the original.
BOOKA SHADE- PLANETARY/CITY TALES 12” (get physical, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*Booka Shade return to their roots with a 12" of sheer dancefloor firepower. "Planetary" appears on this 12" in two forms: club and dub. The club mix features low-end tweaks, crowd-hyping drums and a melodic stylophone refrain. The dub mix is a darker, more minimalist affair -- serious, seductive and mind-bending house music. Booka's version of "City Tales" is an uncompromisingly dark but delicate scorcher with a sensuous swing. Booka Shade invites you to chase the night and the neon light.
SAMUEL L SESSION- OFF THE CHAIN 12” (klap klap, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*The raw power of this fifth installment is nothing but delicious! Samuel is back with another tech-house record that will for sure be a real wallshaker. Just listen to the energy and madness Elbee Bad provided with his vocals. It's insane people! In a good way of course, if there ever was another way. Enough said!
SAMUEL L SESSION- REMIXES PART 01 12” (klap klap, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*The number of people who have played and are still playing the last release from Klap Klap, 'Can You Relate,' is just too many to mention. It's never easy to do crossover records but with that one Samuel really nailed it. Another number in the catalogue that was very popular was the first release, 'Easy Walker.' Especially the 'Smokestack' track seemed to find its way into many boxes all over. So therefore it was not a very difficult decision to do some new fresh mixes.
SAMUEL L SESSION- CAN YOU RELATE 12” (klap klap, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*The music on this third release sounds a bit like a mixture of Ame, Derrick Carter, Lil Louis, Carl Craig and Basic Channel. Which is a good thing. We would like to think that this is the most loveable number so far. By miles! Fonky, groovy, dark and deep tech-house that is just begging to be played at the right moment. Paris The Black Fu from Detroit Grand Pubahs has provided the vocals. And he actually has a message. Can you relate?
DJ SANDRINHO/DANIEL HAAKSMAN/DJ BEWARE- RIO BAILE FUNK BREAKS LP (man recordings, germany)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*A true supergroup of DJs has teamed up for the release of Rio Baile Funk Breaks, the world's first-ever battle vinyl exclusively dedicated to baile funk -- the mad beats from Rio. This transnational DJ cooperation presents the best beats and elements, and the most sampled voices, breaks and loops of baile funk's rich musical history. The release contains more lock grooves and skipless beats for the advanced turntablist, made entirely of original Rio funk. This is the essential baile funk source material -- the first and only one of its kind. DJ Sandrinho is currently one of Rio de Janeiro's hottest DJs. Playing the tough Rio favela circuit for more than a decade, he's one of the top cats in the game. In spring 2006, Sandrinho released the seminal first volume in the Baile Funk Masters series, and remixed M.I.A., Bonde Do Role, Tag Team, Gotan Project, Edu K and more. In 2005, Sandrinho started to spin internationally, being one of the few Rio funk DJs regularly visiting Europe. On his side, Sandrinho presents the trademark grooves of baile funk, spiced up with sounds and effects. Berlin-based Daniel Haaksman is Europe's leading baile funk DJ and impresario. He's the compiler of the genre-defining compilations Rio Baile Funk: Favela Booty Beats, Vols. 1 and 2 on Essay Recordings, which introduced baile funk to the world. He is the label boss of Man Recordings and conceived both the acclaimed Funk Mundial and Baile Funk Masters serieses, and has helped the international career launch of Edu K. As a DJ with almost 20 years of club experience, Daniel Haaksman regularly spins across Europe as an ambassador of funk and other unclassifiable grooves. For Rio Baile Funk Breaks, Haaksman opened his funk archives and provided many of the loops and sounds. DJ Beware is Hong Kong's three-time Technics DMC champion. This radio DJ, remixer and globe-trotting party rocker is a dedicated fan of Rio's mad beats. Currently based in Vienna, DJ Beware hosts a daily mix show on acclaimed radio station FM4. DJ Beware came up with the idea of the baile funk battle vinyl record, and arranged DJ Sandrinho's and Daniel Haaksman's material to be ready for the jam-rocking business. This is an absolutely essential DJ tool and an irreplaceable archive of the best baile beats for your own personal favela party.
VAN RIVERS- MESSED UP ALTERNATIVE 12” (stockholm ltd, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*We're incredibly happy to be starting this new project! Islands and Islets is a Berlin-based record label run as a daughter imprint to dance-oriented Stockholm LTD, founded by Pär Grindvik. This new label has developed from a constant stream of new influences that all together make up our own special idea of independent and underground music. Islands and Islets' qualities can be enjoyed by more 'inexperienced' listeners as well as by the 'knowing' ears of a record collector. Using electronics to rework and redevelop sound -- whether it be instrumental or with vocals. With the hope of finding a new balance of two worlds, Island & Islets strives to create something new and unique that has roots in our physical realm. Our first 12" release, Van Rivers' Messed Up Alternative. Van Rivers catches that special movement and provides us with a great tool for both peak-time and afterhours!
STEVE LAWLER- SLEEPWALKING PART 2 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*restocked… part 2 -- limited edition one-sided 12" featuring the huge original mix which encapsulates Steve's new sound -- gritty groove leads big room electronic club music. Steve describes the track as 'getting the biggest crowd reaction of all my recent productions.'
MAGAZINES AND BOOKS
THE WIRE- #290 APRIL 2008 MAGAZINE (the wire, uk)
8.98usd/4.53gbp/5.81eur/890jpy (approx)
*All copies of this issue will come complete with an exclusive free CD stuck to the cover: The Wire Tapper 19, a special 10th anniversary edition of our acclaimed series of new music compilations. The Wire Tapper 19 is the latest volume in The Wire's ongoing series of exclusive new music compilations, the first volume of which was issued 10 years ago with The Wire's April 1998 issue. As with previous volumes, The Wire Tapper 19, which has been compiled by Shane Woolman, Lisa Blanning and Andy Tait, will contain a range of new, rare or exclusive tracks from across the spectrum of the kind of underground/outsider musics covered in the magazine. Packaged in a gatefold sleeve with artwork by The Wire's art director Ben Weaver, the CD will be given away free with every copy of the April issue worldwide. Artists include: Our Sleepless Forest, Snorkel, Nico Muhly, G.F. Fitz-Gerald & Lol Coxhill, X.A. Cute (feat. Mike Ladd), Daniel Figgis via Somadrone, Fluorescent Grey, Kaffe Matthews, Alexei Borisov & Anton Nikkilä, Talvin Singh, Illusion Of Safety, The Master Musicians Of Hop-Frog, Phog Masheeen, Setsubun Bean Unit, Pink Skull, LowDynamicOrchestra with Stefano Scodanibbio, Lars Akerlund, Tangtype, Yellow6, Never Enough Hop. On the cover: Gudrun Gut (From Malaria!, Mania D and Neubauten to Ocean Club radio and Monika Enterprise, this 'dilettante' has genially hosted Berlin's new music scene for 30 years. Features: Benga (Derek Walmsley meets dubstep's prince of darkness); Religious Knives (Bruce Russell on dervish surgery in New York); Robert Hood (Detroit Technocrat lights out for the South); Cross Platform: Cory Arcangel (With homage to Glenn Gould and hacked video games, this visual artist converts geekiness into media savvy); Invisible Jukebox: Michael Rother; Henry Grimes (Lost to the world for 30 years, the free jazz bassist has belatedly restarted his magnificent career in New York); J Dilla (Two years after his tragically early death, Dave Stelfox pays tribute to the celebrated hip-hop producer's ruff drafts, decaying textures and influential lo-fi aesthetics); The Primer: Henry Cow (A user's guide to the recordings of this nomadic, utopian outfit, including the extended Rock In Opposition family of Slapp Happy, The Work, Art Bears and more.
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big box o brit (and southern hemisphere) psych in this week… some new to the shop and some surprise restocks (grapefruit and july lps!!!). stand-outs include volume one of top sounds shapes and sounds series’ of rare bbc recordings. volume two killed, so vol1s sure to please. also in, a new reissue of the second os mutantes lp, this time on vinyl lovers (=$$$). speaking of vinyl lovers, they did deluxe double sets of the third and forth cure albums. expensive but oh so essential. got a bunch of noise vinyl in on the always great anarchy moon label (hand delivered no less). some nice reissues of a few of the great archival sets mississippi records have been laying on the public, nice to see em available again. and don’t forget to check the dance titles below. not a huge amount this week, but some definite must haves. ok, i gotta run!!!
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anthony
as always, many of the titles are in very limited quantity, so if you're interested in anything listed below, feel free to call or email me, I will gladly hold items for up to a week.
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i also offer bike messanger service via timecycle couriers. for the low cost of 10.00usd i can deliver any amount of records and/or cds you wish to purchase to your center city philadelphia location (this includes some parts of south, west and north philadelphia) within two hours (and for those of you who need your records even faster, we also offer ‘rush’ service for the low flat rate of 20.00usd for any amount of records/cds delivered to you within one hour). of course, we are still more than happy to ship records via the usps within philadelphia. as with the international shipments, orders placed before 5pm/est will ship out that evening and should reach their destination by the following day.
ROCK, POP AND PSYCHEDELIC
RON GEESIN- A RAISE OF EYEBROWS LP (earmark, italy)
22.98usd/11.59gbp/14.87eur/2278jpy (approx)
*Best known as the co-author of Pink Floyd's Atom Heart Mother, this tape manipulator and multi-instrumentalist released his debut on the Transatlantic label in 1967. The contents of the tracks range from bizarre audio collage ('A Raise Of Eyebrows'), to blistering freeform banjo ('Certainly Random'), to traditional jazz arrangements ('Ha! Ha! But Reasonable'), to odd spoken interludes ('Positives').
ERKIN KORAY- TUTKUSU LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… This 4th album by the man had never been reissued on vinyl before, so it's good news we have for you. This one's from 1977, and though Erkin went strongly ethnic with his previous album 2, here he went back on his steps and made another brilliant psych-rock album obviously adorned again with some Turkish traditional music elements, though not as strongly as with Elektronik Türküler. Here he even sings some tracks in English, giving the whole album a more occidental appeal but losing near nothing of the incredible enchantment of Erkin's best recordings! Limited reissue of 500 copies with the original artwork in a beautiful gatefold cover.
ERKIN KORAY- ELEKTRONIK TÜRKÜLER LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… You probably won't find any other Turkish psych record better than this. A real killer from start to finish, this was originally released in 1974, and is a brutal masterpiece of psychedelic rock blended with Turkish traditional music. The electric guitar of Erkin is outstanding, so is the electric saz used here too, and all tracks are absolutely fantastic. We cannot recommend this one more than we do. Limited reissue of 500 copies with the original artwork in a beautiful gatefold cover.
EL ALAMO- MALOS PENSAMIENTOS LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*restocked… Ultra-rare vintage Latin psych-rock record from Peru. This record released in 1971 and up to now is one of the essential rock recordings to come from Peru and maybe even from the whole of South America. El Alamo play genuine psych rock with nice fuzz guitars. Vocals are mostly in English. The original vinyl is rather expensive and very sought-after. Very beautiful artwork! Fantastic remastered sound and nice gatefold covers.
SOFT SHOE- FOR THOSE ALONE LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*restocked… Incredibly rare folk-prog record from the United Kingdom. Mellow sounds, nice vocals and good arrangements, it's a pity that this record that had only a very limited private release. Said that, we can easily say that this title ranges among the best obscure electric folk-prog records coming from the UK in those years. Even the artwork can easily concur as one of the most beautiful of this genre." Recorded 1977-78.
CHAKRA- CHAKRA LP (gdr, italy)
34.98usd/17.64gbp/22.64eur/3468jpy (approx)
*restocked… Chakra were a progressive U.S. band with only one LP release in 1979. This record is nearly impossible to find and in case you do, it's pretty expensive. While the lyrics mainly refer to very religious, Christian themes, the music is excellent prog-rock somewhere in between Rush and Yes. The only reason why this record has not become a U.S. prog-rock classic is because of its scarce availability. Fantastic remastered sound and nice carton cover.
GRAPEFRUIT- AROUND LP (grapa, spain)
26.98usd/13.61gbp/17.46eur/2675jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… Very cool Beatlesque late '60s British psych-pop with sophisticated arrangements employing baroque/psychedelic touches of strings, orchestration and keyboards. Wonderful reissue with original artwork.
CHARALAMBIDES- ROSE/THORN LP (klang industries, usa)
20.98usd/10.58gbp/13.58eur/2080jpy (approx)
*Long-, long-, long-, loooooong-awaited and singular entry in the Charalambides and Klang Industries discographies; one of those 'does it really exist?' items that's finally seeing daylight, or moonlight. A stark, unsettling and beautiful slice of duo Charlambides invocation/incantation, taken from the period between Jason Bill and Heather Leigh Murray's tenures with the band and featuring extraordinary chord organ and vocal work from Christina and some signature lap steel mastery from Tom. Fans of the band's most recent, more song-based work will find this relevatory, long-time listeners will say 'ahhhh' and settle in for the flight. Heavy vinyl, limited pressing, cover handiwork by Tom, the first release in years from Klang and a sign perhaps of a truly epic revival." "Long-awaited Klang debut of Charalambides. This record has been brewing since 2000, and is now finally available under the auspices of Eclipse/Klang. Two side-long improvisations in much the same vein as IN CR EA SE, a bit more topographical perhaps, but still horizontally serene and horizonless. Chord organ, lap steel, vocals.
PAUL ADOLPHUS- THE DAWN WIND LP (shadoks, germany)
44.98usd/22.68gbp/29.11eur/4460jpy (approx)
*restocked… First reissue of a very obscure Japanese private press folk album from 1973. Deluxe gatefold reproduction of the original sleeve, usual lavish Shadoks treatment. Edition of 350 copies. The Australian artist Paul Adolphus recorded the album in Kyoto/Japan, playing guitar, vocals, flutes, shakuhachi. Totally vibed-out "personal" folk-psych… My first visit to Japan was in 1968 after living in India and Sri Lanka. My wife at the time arrived in Kyoto, and had our first child there. We really loved it. We returned to Sweden then went back to Kyoto and had our second child there. We lived in a two hundred year old farm house in a village outside Kyoto. It was a great scene at the time. Japanese artists, bohemians, and visiting foreigners making art music poetry etc. I was playing music with different people, then developed a musical relationship with Mitsu Harada. We did concerts and toured to other cities in Japan together. Before leaving Japan Mitsu organized to record the album together. Mitsu's father was the grand master of a calligraphy school. In a large room in the school Mitsu set up mikes and a big stereo recorder consul. Most of the playing was by Mitsu and myself, an American friend played a little guitar and percussion to fill some holes. A group of friends sat around, so it was a bit of a living room concert feel. It was my material, Mitsu engineered as well as playing. I think there were 200 copies pressed, the covers were hand made, so it was released into the small arts community of Kyoto and Tokyo. Not long after the recording I travelled with the family to Australia, I had been away from here for a decade. I worked on a lot of projects here, composing for theatre and dance. I had a group called Living Music -- an African drummer, Indian tabla, didjeridoo, winds etc. It was early days, not too many people were ready for world music." Shadoks: "Incredibly rare and sought-after mellow folk album with beautiful songs and harmonies, like a Japanese version of Extradition.
ANTOINE RENCONTRE LES PROBLEMES- ANTOINE RENCONTRE LES PROBLÈMES LP (sweet dandelion, uk)
30.98usd/15.62gbp/20.05eur/3071jpy (approx)
*For the first time reissued on vinyl, this is a piece of scorching French '60s garage punk. Don't be fooled by Antoine's name, this has nothing to do with his latter contributions to French sissy pop. Antoine sings on four of the songs in this album. With Les Problèmes, we're talking garage music at its best here, with fuzz and distortion everywhere, rough sound and haunting fuzz riffs, but each song has its own charm without being repetitive. Our favorite garage French-sung LP (it beats all the Québec-produced albums!) by far, we just can't understand why this hasn't been reissued until now. Included also as bonus tracks are two non-LP tracks from Les Problèmes' rare first EP, with the killer 'Passe Ton Chemin.' Remastered sound, original artwork and strictly limited to 500 copies!
JULY- JULY LP (sweet dandelion, uk)
26.98usd/13.61gbp/17.46eur/2675jpy (approx)
*shop favorite restocked… One of the best UK psychedelic albums ever, made available again!!! Originally released in 1968, includes all their best tracks like 'My Clown' or 'Dandelion Seeds.' An absolute must!
V/A- SHAPES & SOUNDS: ORANGE & RED BEAMS FROM THE BBC ARCHIVES 1967-1969 LP (top sounds, uk)
27.98usd/14.11gbp/18.11eur/2774jpy (approx)
*lp version. Including a 16-page color booklet based on a vintage Radio Times… Following on from Alphabeat, Top Sounds is proud to announce the release of a second compilation, a delightful selection of choice '60s rarities from the otherwise largely inaccessible BBC archives. Spanning a period of almost two years, Shapes & Sounds offers 17 performances taped in BBC studios for broadcast not only on the more familiar radio shows such as Top Gear and Saturday Club, but also some of the daytime weekly programs such as The Dave Cash Programme. This release features six bands, all of whom will be familiar to collectors of psychedelia and pop of the period, some of which are lauded as being amongst the most rated groups of their time. For many, pride of place will go to Kaleidoscope, as Shapes & Sounds features two tracks that are missing from the BBC's Transcription Service archive and consequently were not included on the Please Listen To The Pictures BBC set. Thanks to the recent discovery of a transcription disc, Top Sounds are privileged to complete the jigsaw and offer a choice version of the band's most contagious single 'Jenny Artichoke,' as well as a stupendous rendition of the Faintly Blowing cut 'Music' which is guaranteed to have Kaleidoscope's legion of followers in ecstasy! Also thought lost and making their debut on are three splendid tracks by Tomorrow featuring Keith West, sourced from two editions of Top Gear in October 1967 and February 1968. Included are excellent renditions of 'Blow Up' and 'Colonel Brown,' but the pick of the bunch is almost certainly 'Real Life Permanent Dream,' with its overdrive of twisting wah-wah guitar throughout from the nimble fingers of Steve Howe. It's been a while since any fresh music from Timebox was released and Shapes & Sounds offers their four remaining session tracks from the Beeb archives, which include a beautiful version of their famed 'Beggin,' a rendition of 'Yellow Van' which most definitely puts the single cut to shame, a superb take of 'Stay There' and perhaps most importantly, an admirable slice of blue-eyed soul in their cover of the Young Rascals' 'A Girl Like You,' which the band never recorded outside of the BBC. The Montanas' discography is noted by many as being rather hit or miss, but that is most definitely not the case with their inclusion on Shapes & Sounds, and most will no doubt be surprised and animated by the BBC take of their most prized pop/psych 45, A Step In The Right Direction. That excellent single was enhanced by a wash of phasing, but in this live performance the song is literally drowned in a veritable tidal wave of that glorious wind tunnel effect, while 'You're Never Going to Get My Lovin' would have made a better choice for a single than some of those that were actually released. The other Montanas performances form something of a Moby Grape tribute, with a cracking rendering of 'Hey Grandma' and a blistering attack on 'Omaha.' Of all these numbers from their repertoire, only 'A Step In The Right Direction' ever appeared on a single. Oxfordshire's Gentle Influence have come to more prominence recently with the inclusion of their popular 'Easy To Know' on the 'Le Beat Bespoke' compilation and Top Sounds have uncovered a similarly styled nugget with their BBC only cover of Curtis Mayfield's 'You've Been Cheatin',' as well as a superior version of their final 1969 A-side 'Always Be A Part Of My Living.' And last but my no means least, The Spectrum -- hitherto not the most rated of '60s bands by some -- impress with a fuzz guitar-spiked performance of 'Headin' For A Heatwave' which is more virile and much more atmospheric than the 45 version, and they enthusiastically rip through a Beeb only take of The Artwoods favorite 'I Take What I Want.' The sound quality is absolutely superb throughout, with nearly every track sourced from original BBC Transcription records. The Tomorrow performances have been taken from excellent off-air recordings and similarly shine and few of the tracks on the collection needed much enhancement at all, all have nevertheless been professionally restored and mastered. The presentation is immaculate and as with the Alphabeat release, Artholeghraphics have designed a memorable period-flavored package. Includes a 24-page booklet packed with illustrations, band histories and listings of all their known BBC sessions written and supplied by Nigel Lees, author of much of Record Collector magazine's 'The British Psychedelic Trip' series. Except for one of the Montanas recordings being bootlegged many years ago, none of the tracks have ever been commercially available and most have not been heard in public since the '60s. All copies are hand numbered and Shapes & Sounds is a legitimate limited edition release, licensed from the BBC with the blessing/co-operation of no less than 19 band members.
V/A- SHAPES AND SOUNDS VOLUME TWO: SHADES OF DEEPEST PURPLE FROM THE BBC ARCHIVES 1967-1971 LP (top sounds, uk)
30.98usd/15.62gbp/20.05eur/3071jpy (approx)
*restocked… With this second excavation of previously unreleased live BBC session performances spanning the period 1967-1971, Shapes And Sounds becomes a series and Volume Two features a completely different line up of bands from last year's set. Pride of place on this second edition arguably goes to The Gun, with three astonishing performances that were recorded nearly a year before 'Race With The Devil' which illustrate their late '67 menu of mod and psych pop, with cracking versions of Rupert's Peoples 'Hold On,' Paul Simons 'A Most Peculiar Man' and a quite splendid airing of their legendary 'Light On The Wall!' The Casuals surprise with the beat of 'Midnight Confessions' and 'Take Me For A Little While' as well as a fine rendering of 'Jesamine,' while The Mirage perform a live version of their May 1967 single 'The Wedding Of Ramona Blair.' The Alan Bown! play an excellent take of 'Magic Handkerchief' and even more interestingly offer two numbers that never appeared on any Bown release, with the self-penned progressive popper 'Movie Star Baby' and a brilliant interpretation of The Association's 'Pandora's Golden Heebie Jeebies.' Also with three tracks on Shapes And Sounds are Wales' The Bystanders, who turn in a lovely version of 'Royal Blue Summer Sunshine Day' as well as a glorious homage to The Byrds with 'Renaissance Fair.' Even better and long talked about in collectors' circles but never previously released is their absolutely stunning rendition of 'I Am The Walrus,' which Top Sounds are sure will disappoint no one! Sourced from an off-air recording of their only British television appearance on Disco 2, Killing Floor perform 'Milkman' from their Out Of Uranus LP in superb quality (the TV show was wiped decades ago) and of similarly heinous rarity are live tracks from Portrait and Katch 22, who turn in forceful renderings of 'Born To Be Wild' and 'The Price Of Love,' respectively (the latter of which is better than the Status Quo cover!) The sound quality is absolutely superb throughout, with 12 of the 16 tracks sourced from original BBC Transcription records. The other performances have been taken from excellent off-air recordings and similarly shine and though few of the tracks on the collection needed much enhancement at all, all have nevertheless been professionally restored and mastered. The presentation is immaculate and as with the previous Shapes And Sounds release, Artholeghraphics have designed a memorable period flavored package. The LP has a 16 page color booklet based on a vintage Radio Times packed with illustrations, band histories and listings of all their known BBC sessions written and supplied by Nigel Lees, author of much of Record Collector magazine's 'The British Psychedelic Trip' series. Except for the Mirage recording being bootlegged many years ago (in lesser quality!), none of the tracks have ever been commercially available and most have not been heard in public since the '60s. Shapes And Sounds is a legitimate limited edition release, licensed from the BBC with the blessing and co-operation of many band members.
V/A- ALPHABEAT: POP, PSYCH & PROG ROCK 1967-1970 LP (top sounds, uk)
27.98usd/14.11gbp/18.11eur/2774jpy (approx)
*restocked. lp version. Contains an 12-page lavishly illustrated magazine-style booklet, and housed in authentic '60s fashion with a laminated sleeve… Compiled and realized by Nigel Lees (author of much of Record Collector magazine's long running series 'The British Psychedelic Trip'), Alphabeat marks the debut release on his own label Top Sounds, a collection which brings together 13 rare slices of pop, psychedelia and progressive rock recorded during 1967-1970. Only 2 have appeared previously on compilations, the remainder bar the obscure 1970 45 by Mississippi have never been released and make their vinyl and CD debut on Alphabeat. All tracks have been professionally restored and the release includes an informative and profusely illustrated 24-page booklet which features histories of all the artists, together with many photos which have never been published before. The release has the blessing of at least one member of each group and in some cases several. Many of the selections on Alphabeat were not even known to exist before the release of the compilation, and few connoisseurs of obscure late '60s pop, psych and prog will be disappointed with its contents. Dubbed from a master supplied by a Belgian television company, 'Foxy Lady' and 'Toad' were recorded live at a pop festival in 1968 and prove The Barrier to be as exciting on stage as on their best singles from the same year, while Mississippi impress with their heavy bluesy rock which is lifted from their lone and very rare 45 from 1970. The pigeonholing of Breakthru as a lightweight pop act through their only single 'Ice Cream Tree' is devastatingly dismissed by the unveiling of 2 incendiary slices of psychedelically-inclined rock recorded at a Birmingham studio in late 1967, and an unknown group who recorded at R.G Jones' OAK studios sound uncannily like The Game 3 years on with the slow burning 'First Back From Heaven.' The Pathfinders' 'Pumpkin Lantern' has appeared before on compilations on a number of occasions, but thanks to the discovery of another acetate copy, it's presented here in premium quality together for the first time with its previously ignored but very special rendering of the Bee Gees' 'To Love Somebody.' Graded Grains have presented psych collectors with a mystery and an enigma since their acetate of 'Animal Magic' and ' Lucifer Sam' was unearthed for Chocolate Soup For Diabetics Volume 3 way back in the early '80s, and such was their dogged obscurity that some came to believe there was no such band called Graded Grains at all. Top Sounds however, are able to present 4 tracks recorded on the continent in Paris in 1969 which beautifully exhibit authentic pop psych with a marked Barrett-era Pink Floyd influence, one of which is a later (and much cleaner!) take of the famed 'Animal Magic.' And last but by no means least, the legendary blues band Black Cat Bones prove their versatility and deliver an uptempo psych-flavored rocker called 'Warmth Of The Day,' which aside from inclusion on a fairly recent bootleg has only previously been available on the rare 1969 promotional for the QE2 ocean liner.
TYRANNOSAURUS REX- MY PEOPLE WERE FAIR AND HAD SKY IN THEIR HAIR BUT NOW THEY'RE CONTENT TO WEAR STARS ON THEIR BROWS LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
31.98usd/16.13gbp/20.69eur/3171jpy (approx)
*Before Marc Bolan became the glam rock superstar behind T-Rex, he was just a hippy boy with a guitar, writing fantastical Tolkien-inspired folk songs populated by fairies and ogres. But thanks to producer Tony Visconti, this boy & his trusty drum-playing friend Steve Peregrine Took soon had a record contract and this, their debut album, actually made it to the top of the British charts in 1967 when it was released. Stereo version with 1 bonus track and lyrics insert.
OS MUTANTES- MUTANTES LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
31.98usd/16.13gbp/20.69eur/3171jpy (approx)
*Fusing traditional Brazilian music, psychedelia, rock and a good dose of pure experimentalism, with the release of their 1968 debut, Os Mutantes quickly became giants in the outer fringes of pop music, soon reaching mythic proportions. With their second album, Mutantes, released in 1969, the band continued in this same vein of boundary crushing, featuring tracks like the futuristic 'Dois Mil e Um.'
OS MUTANTES- OS MUTANTES LP (lilith, russian federation)
23.98usd/12.09gbp/15.52eur/2377jpy (approx)
*restocked… With the release of their debut LP in 1968, Os Mutantes cracked the already red hot Tropicalia scene wide open. Fusing traditional Brazilian music, psychedelia, rock and a good dose of pure experimentalism, they quickly became giants both in Brazil and in the outer fringes of pop music, where they have managed to reign supreme for the past four decades. Not an easy task in such a crowded arena. Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Gal Costa, Jorge Ben, Tom Zé, AND Os Mutantes? What do these people put in their drinking water? The band went on to release several more albums, but this one was their magnum opus.
LAGHONIA- ETCETERA LP/7” (world in sound, germany)
49.98usd/25.20gbp/32.34eur/4955jpy (approx)
*restocked… The EtCetera album originally released in 1971, one of South Americas greatest. It comes with outstanding original artwork, a true psychedelic painting by M. Cornejo, in a foldout cover, and extra 7" 4 track EP with 2 never released songs.
PUNK AND POST-PUNK
THE CURE- FAITH 2LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
41.98usd/21.17gbp/27.17eur/4162jpy (approx)
*Recorded in 1981, this classic album took the band further down the road of despair, initiated with Seventeen Seconds, with an album full of mournful atmospheric tracks, including their hit single, 'Primary.' Includes 6 bonus tracks from the CD deluxe version. Gatefold sleeve, 180 gram virgin vinyl.
THE CURE- PORNOGRAPHY 2LP (vinyl lovers, russian federation)
41.98usd/21.17gbp/27.17eur/4162jpy (approx)
*1982's Pornography, still considered by many to be their best, was the band's darkest album to date, cementing their role as beacons of the emergent gothic rock genre, with the band sporting their signature red lipstick and big hair look for the first time during this tour. Eight bonus tracks from the deluxe CD version. Gatefold sleeve, 180 gram virgin vinyl.
AVANT GARDE AND NOISE
REDWOUND- DARK BOG BLAZE ONE-SIDED LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
14.98usd/7.55gbp/9.69eur/1485jpy (approx)
*Burning blisters in the bowels of a bayou petroleum stank-hole. Redwound == Circuit Wound ++ Redglaer collab. Super-awesome screen printed fold-over jackets (silver ink on white), and on the blank side of the record (silver-red ink, looks like bloody grip tape), in a plastic sleeve. limited edition of 129, get em quick.
ROMAN TORMENT/FEED THE DRAGON- SPLIT 12" (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*Roman Torment "The Gift of Grief" - a floral assault of carbide-tipped blades, underground atomic collisions, dripping with sorbet and liquid silver. an unrelenting abuse of the artists' ears and throats for our benefit. Feed the Dragon "Bromide Romance" - narcotic ritual. the history of desperate ages and the final moments of delivery into chaos / nothingness, scorpions erupting from cactii. who will be left to laugh about the death of civilization??? good loud cut on black 12" vinyl 45rpm, white jackets with color prints glued on the outside, color insert, plain gold labels. limited edition of 300.
TECUMSEH- CROSSING DIVIDES LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*Co-released between Black Horizons and Anarchymoon Recordings, this is the first release from this Portland (OR) group that creates drone metal of the heaviest variety, although with more forward movement than some of their peers, and the addition of cold space electronic hiss. Using 2 basses and electronics, the recording captures them in fine form in their less-abusive sonic range with all the power that their carefully crafted sound conveys live. Limited to 384 on black vinyl, with amazing fold-out covers printed in metallic blue ink on charcoal linen paper by the inimitable Seizure Palace, with resealable polyclear outer sleeves and poly-lined-paper inner sleeves.
JOHN WIESE/DEAD MACHINES/DAMION ROMERO- FRIDAY THE 13TH 2LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*restocked… fierce live recording of this epic event on jan 13, 2006. one side per set, including final side of 4-way collaboration. somehow they managed to fuse the minimal low-fi rig of dead machines with the maximal power cycle of damion romero and spatious neutron radiation of john wiese, i was wondering how they were gonna pull it off.... it is a crunch-roaring bewilderment in sound. john wiese - sonic landscapes that swirl and build, psychedelic even. dead machines - slow grind through homemade speaker-suitcase. a groovy ride on nails and steel wool. damion romero - physical psychic, you could feel it in the concrete floor. 4-way collab - thunder-wail with flowers and sharks. *****sonic hallucinations all. 2xlp black vinyl, pro labels, b/w paste on covwe by seizure palace in the usual beyond-sick fashion on 12"x40" sheets. limited edition of 515.
JUSTICE YELDHAM AND THE DYNAMIC RIBBON DEVICE- BIRTHDAYS LP (anarchymoon recordings, usa)
14.98usd/7.55gbp/9.69eur/1485jpy (approx)
*Birthdays consists of two live sets by maverick amplified-glass player Justice Yeldham recorded during his & Keg's recent tour of Europe. If you've never heard of the guy you are in for a bloody treat. Using concert-grade piano contact mics, he amplifies a sheet of glass and plays it with his mouth and face, processing it with pedals attached to his belt, usually barefooted. The results are unworldly, and hearing it you would never imagine what created it, something only an Aussie could achieve. Like careening assaults of insect spaceships, he transports the listener to other worlds of sound, ending most often in a crash of the glass upon his head. He survives, bloody but alive, never worse for wear in the morning. Side A was captured in Marseille on the eve of Justice's 35th birthday while side B was recorded on Kegs birthday in Porto (for a preview listen at myspace.com/justiceyeldham). And to top off the birthday cheer Keg also did the cover illustration as a gift for Justice's Birthday. Mastered by the god-like Rasheed of Dubplates (Berlin), the record has been collaboratively released in an edition of 600 copies across the world by Anarchymoon Recordings (North America), Turgid Animal (Europe) & All Thumbs Press (Australia). Black vinyl, B-on-W labels, 2-sided glue-on cover art limited edition of 600.
MERZBOW/BAND OF PAIN- REPTILE/INSECT LP (dirter promotions, uk)
23.98usd/12.09gbp/15.52eur/2377jpy (approx)
*After over a year in preparation, we are delighted to announce the new split Merzbow/Band Of Pain full length picture disc LP. Ltd worldwide to 1000 copies, this beautiful picture disc vinyl LP features a side by each of these artists. Merzbow, well established as THE pioneer of the Japanese noise/avant-garde scene and Band Of Pain, leaders in a slightly darker experimental world, who were once described by Terroriser magazine as being 'what Wagner would be doing if he was alive today!' The full color picture disc is pressed on heavyweight vinyl and cut by the finest mastering studio to give the best possible reproduction for its powerful and intoxicating layers of sound.
CURRENT 93- OF RUINE OR SOME BLAZING STARRE LP (durtro jnana, canada)
28.98usd/14.61gbp/18.75eur/2873jpy (approx)
*Durtro Jnana are pleased to announce the reissue of Current 93's masterpiece Of Ruine Or Some Blazing Starre. Originally released in 1994, Of Ruine... follows the classic Thunder Perfect Mind album and marks another leap forward in the sound of Current 93. The gorgeously delicate guitar of Michael Cashmore augmented by drones, bells and sound manipulations make this one of Current's most hypnotic albums musically with the vocals and text of David Tibet adding a quietly controlled power and drama which is virtually unsurpassed in the canon of the band. This reissue has been remastered and features newly designed artwork.
DAMION ROMERO- TWINS 2LP (p tapes/tone filth, usa)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*for over a decade damion romero has been crafting minimal sub frequencies to create some of the most interesting and unique experimental music. twins is damion's most impressive document to date; it contains four sides of intense and focused pure sound, recorded live with no overdubbing, effects, tapes, or feedback. twins utilizes many varying textures and layers of sound offering many rewarding engaging listens. edition of 500 copies in professionally printed ina/grm "serie gramme" style gatefold sleeves.
FOLK, BLUES AND ROOTS
WASHINGTON PHILLIPS- WHAT ARE THEY DOING IN HEAVEN TODAY? LP (mississippi, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*second edition with regular printed jacket. Original recordings from 1927-1929, with Phillips perhaps accompanied on the Dolceola (miniature piano-like instrument). Beautifully haunting music from Phillips. His sweetly-sung Christian blues, bathed in a celestial haze of notes from an instrument that sounds like a child's music box, stand out amongst the work of guitar evangelists and street corner Scripture-ites of the era. Phillips' sacred porch songs provide evidence of a higher power, for how could man alone create music for the angels? These recordings sound remarkable from being from the 1920s.
V/A- I DON'T FEEL AT HOME IN THIS WORLD ANYMORE 1927-1948 LP (mississippi, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… second edition with regular printed jacket. This compilation is our tribute to the music made in the U.S. between 1927 and 1948. We decided not only to focus on traditional genres (blues, old-time, Cajun), but to also show the music that was brought by the boatloads of immigrants coming to these shores. Their music influenced and still affects our culture today. The album starts off with a heavenly example of Greek rebetica from Marika Papagika. Also featured is early Tex-Mex pioneer Lydia Mendoza and gospel duo Two Gospel Keys. The latter gives us our title track. Louisiana Cajun music is beautifully executed by artists Cleoma Falcon and Blind Uncle Gaspard with Dela Lachney. The Blue Sky Boys may be considered old-time, but their haunting, melancholic harmonies belong in their own genre. The Caresser and Wilmouth Houdini bring on the Calypso with that New York jazz flavor. Hawaiian slack key guitar is demonstrated by Mike Hanapi's Ilima Islanders and Mme. Riviere's Hawaiians. Aside from Calypso, NY was also a big hub for Jewish klezmer, as shown by Jacob Hoffman playing with Henry Kandel's Orchestra. Sexteto Bolona is a great example of the roots of salsa and there's even a mystery track by an unknown Indonesian folk singer of the time. The comp ends with blues performer Big Boy Cleveland with his oddly original 'Quill Blues.' A beautiful record from beginning to end.
V/A- LIFE IS A PROBLEM LP (mississippi, usa)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… second edition with regular printed jacket, no longer comes w/ a bonus 7". "Compilation of raw electric guitar-based gospel recorded between 1949 & 1976. Hard to find & unreleased gospel that makes most rock & roll sound weak & contained. Features Utah Smith, Rev. Lonnie Farris, Sister O.M Terrill & many lesser known artists. Fourteen tracks in all.
FUNK AND SOUL
V/A- ECCENTRIC SOUL: THE BIG MACK LABEL 2LP (numero group, usa)
21.98usd/11.08gbp/14.22eur/2179jpy (approx)
*The fourth volume in our Eccentric Soul series examines the oil-stained underside of the Motor City sound. There are no gold records, million dollar buyouts, or quaint museums at the end of the story, just a handful of four figure 45s, a box of photographs, and a condemned building. If Detroit was once an ocean of soul, the Big Mack label was certainly an island. Big Mack lasted an incredible 20 years without so much as a sniff of a hit. Dogged by lack of airplay, distribution, and a general lack of understanding of the music business, the label failed on almost every level except where it counted; the music. From soulful doo-wop to blistering garage funk, a left at sultry R&B and then a quick dodge into budget Hendrix wailing over a steel drum break, this disc is the epitome of Eccentric Soul. Artists include Bob & Fred, the Manhattens, Edd Henry, Ms. Tyree Jones, Essence, Performers, Mae Young, Soul President, Sleepwalkers, Grand Prix's, and L. Hollis & the Mackadoos.
JAZZ
PHILIP COHRAN AND THE ARTISTIC HERITAGE ENSEMBLE- MALCOLM X MEMORIAL LP (mississippi, usa)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*restocked… an early member of the Sun Ra Arkestra, Philip Cohran went on to record & self-release this LP in 1968, originally in an edition of 1,000. Cohran was a personal friend of Malcolm X, & this is a concept album musically telling the story of Malcolm's political & spiritual journey. It features a tight groove-oriented band (which later evolved into the Pharoahs, & then Earth, Wind, & Fire!) who explore soul, jazz, & Middle Eastern rhythms. A politically radical & intense recording not to be missed. Philip Cohran is a much under-appreciated musical genius, & we are proud to reissue this album for the first time on vinyl. Gatefold LP with archival photos & liner notes.
DUBSTEP AND GRIME
ZOMBY- MU5H/SPLIFF DUB: RUSTLE REMIX 12” (hyperdub, uk)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*This is installment #2 of Hyperdub's rapid-fire assault on 2008, which continues to mine a rich bleep seam. Both Zomby and Glaswegian producer Rustie have built up a dedicated following with a string of off-key productions. Their first Hyperdub outing is headlined by Zomby's epic bleep symphony "Mu5h," a dramatic and melodic 8-bit stepper, while the retooling of "Spliff Dub" scuttles along with wonky percussion, jiggy grooves, speaker-busting bass, blaring synths and a chopped-up vocal instructing you how to "keep the evil away”.
SENSI- SENSI DUB 12” (sensi, uk)
14.98usd/7.55gbp/9.69eur/1485jpy (approx)
*Lord-a-mercy, it's happening again and this release isn't even going to touch the sides. A highly-rated production duo originating from the 'golden triangle' south of London visit an ultra-heavy low-end dubstep decimation. The rhythm manages to link Barrington Levy's early dancehall bombs, via eight-bit sleng teng origination through its transduction by early '90s hardcore junglism and fully rewire the whole glorious lineage of this lyrical conceit with massive 2007 bass pressure. Don't sleep, or it will be gone. Smoker's delight!!!
HOUSE, TECHNO AND DISCO
THE DIAPHANOIDS- WHERE WERE YOU IN 5079? 12” (bear entertainment, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*From the netherland of the kosmos, here come The Diaphanoids. With a bizarre and mind-boggling musical background these psychonauts will deliver their own unique blend of lunar funkadelia + spaced-out disco + astro rock + galactic soul + confuzed boogie + congotronics + krautgrooves + '70s soundtracks, with titles like excerpts from psy/sci-fi B-movies. So turn your dream machine on, get off your psychic asses and start walking on the laser's edge... all aboard the Space Train captained by tin Pac-men from toy planets. 1972-1977-1978-1979-1980... Berlin-Munich-London-Paris-New York... they've seen the best minds of those generations crisped and motherfunked by the active oxidants of brainium zythernitrate. The Diaphanoids (visible division) are: Andrea Bellentani and Simon Maccari. Remixes for their debut single come from the exciting talent of Toby Tobias (Rekids, Bear Funk Gold) in 2 forms: his epic Proton mix coming in at over 10 minutes long and the superb lazer-disco dub mix. Massive and excited reactions already from Padded Cell's Richard Sen, Idjut Boys, Tim Sweeney (DFA, Beats In Space), Lindstrøm, Prins Thomas, Toby Tobias, Stevie Kotey, Arturo Capone, Simon Lee (Faze Action), Chicken Lips and Fabrizio Mammarella.
GOAT DANCE- IN THE SYSTEM 12” (bear entertainment, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… More high-voltage electronic boogie from Chicken Lips member Dean Meredith under his solo moniker, Goat Dance. Funky Euro disco in the tradition of Giorgio Moroder and '80s italo sounds that also gets a rockin' remix treatment from Steve Kotey and Max Essa who go by the team name Loggaphon.
GOAT DANCE- GOAT DANCE 12” (bear entertainment, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*restocked… Yes, he is back! Dean Meredith aka Goat Dance and one third of Chicken Lips provides us with more his wonky discoid sound. 'Goat Dance' is probably the most floor oriented piece of music from the Goat so far. Championed by Stevie Kotey as his secret weapon for the last four months, he has seen the effect this track has had on dancefloors around the globe. Goat Dance is pure disco drama with its eerie Juno synth chords and bassline so simple but so amazingly fat it should carry a health warning. As usual, the drums and percussion on 'Goat Dance' are spot on! The flipside 'Goat Dance' (Version) takes the bassline and drums a step further with a spine tingling dub version that would have Joe Gibbs running for cover. Don't miss this or you might regret it and be sad for the rest of your life. Remember Goat Dances are limited pressings!
SEBASTIAN ROYA- ANDANTE 12” (connoisseur supérieur, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*Sebastian Roya is back on Supérieur again, Connaisseur's sub-imprint, where he had his first release and his first hit. With "Andante," he shows his talent for massively drivin' voodoo grooves and weird soundscapes. He layers and builds until the track is a big rolling bulldozer no one can stop. Jens Zimmermann, a warhorse of electronic music for almost 20 years, is responsible for the outstanding remix. Sounds bustling about and echo chambers so 3D, you'd like to move into them.
RICHARD BELSOM- BANSHEE 12” (confused, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*The world famous Confused label says hello to a new artist: Richard Belsom. His debut track on Oliver Huntemann's cult imprint is called 'Banshee' and it is literally rocking as all hell. Plain and dry techno beats with super cool cymbal toppings underneath psychotic synth sounds and roaring basses that will turn any boring night into an extravagant techno party. To round out the package, it is up to our well known friends Piemont aka Phunklarique & Dejonka to deliver one of their rawest and most stripped-down remixes. Repetitive euphoria -- a must have!
PHIL KIERAN- MISSP 12” (cocoon, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*Ireland's Phil Kieran is back again with Missp on Cocoon Recordings, continuing consistently where he stopped with his contribution to the Cocoon Compilation G collection: groovy, dark, technoid -- a sound that reminds of some fog & strobo parties in the mid-'90s. A perfect prime-time track. On the B-side, Pig & Dan interpret the track and give it a new look that is trance-y and playful, but with a good twist of acid and as good as the original.
BOOKA SHADE- PLANETARY/CITY TALES 12” (get physical, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*Booka Shade return to their roots with a 12" of sheer dancefloor firepower. "Planetary" appears on this 12" in two forms: club and dub. The club mix features low-end tweaks, crowd-hyping drums and a melodic stylophone refrain. The dub mix is a darker, more minimalist affair -- serious, seductive and mind-bending house music. Booka's version of "City Tales" is an uncompromisingly dark but delicate scorcher with a sensuous swing. Booka Shade invites you to chase the night and the neon light.
SAMUEL L SESSION- OFF THE CHAIN 12” (klap klap, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*The raw power of this fifth installment is nothing but delicious! Samuel is back with another tech-house record that will for sure be a real wallshaker. Just listen to the energy and madness Elbee Bad provided with his vocals. It's insane people! In a good way of course, if there ever was another way. Enough said!
SAMUEL L SESSION- REMIXES PART 01 12” (klap klap, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*The number of people who have played and are still playing the last release from Klap Klap, 'Can You Relate,' is just too many to mention. It's never easy to do crossover records but with that one Samuel really nailed it. Another number in the catalogue that was very popular was the first release, 'Easy Walker.' Especially the 'Smokestack' track seemed to find its way into many boxes all over. So therefore it was not a very difficult decision to do some new fresh mixes.
SAMUEL L SESSION- CAN YOU RELATE 12” (klap klap, germany)
11.98usd/6.04gbp/7.75eur/1187jpy (approx)
*The music on this third release sounds a bit like a mixture of Ame, Derrick Carter, Lil Louis, Carl Craig and Basic Channel. Which is a good thing. We would like to think that this is the most loveable number so far. By miles! Fonky, groovy, dark and deep tech-house that is just begging to be played at the right moment. Paris The Black Fu from Detroit Grand Pubahs has provided the vocals. And he actually has a message. Can you relate?
DJ SANDRINHO/DANIEL HAAKSMAN/DJ BEWARE- RIO BAILE FUNK BREAKS LP (man recordings, germany)
18.98usd/9.57gbp/12.28eur/1881jpy (approx)
*A true supergroup of DJs has teamed up for the release of Rio Baile Funk Breaks, the world's first-ever battle vinyl exclusively dedicated to baile funk -- the mad beats from Rio. This transnational DJ cooperation presents the best beats and elements, and the most sampled voices, breaks and loops of baile funk's rich musical history. The release contains more lock grooves and skipless beats for the advanced turntablist, made entirely of original Rio funk. This is the essential baile funk source material -- the first and only one of its kind. DJ Sandrinho is currently one of Rio de Janeiro's hottest DJs. Playing the tough Rio favela circuit for more than a decade, he's one of the top cats in the game. In spring 2006, Sandrinho released the seminal first volume in the Baile Funk Masters series, and remixed M.I.A., Bonde Do Role, Tag Team, Gotan Project, Edu K and more. In 2005, Sandrinho started to spin internationally, being one of the few Rio funk DJs regularly visiting Europe. On his side, Sandrinho presents the trademark grooves of baile funk, spiced up with sounds and effects. Berlin-based Daniel Haaksman is Europe's leading baile funk DJ and impresario. He's the compiler of the genre-defining compilations Rio Baile Funk: Favela Booty Beats, Vols. 1 and 2 on Essay Recordings, which introduced baile funk to the world. He is the label boss of Man Recordings and conceived both the acclaimed Funk Mundial and Baile Funk Masters serieses, and has helped the international career launch of Edu K. As a DJ with almost 20 years of club experience, Daniel Haaksman regularly spins across Europe as an ambassador of funk and other unclassifiable grooves. For Rio Baile Funk Breaks, Haaksman opened his funk archives and provided many of the loops and sounds. DJ Beware is Hong Kong's three-time Technics DMC champion. This radio DJ, remixer and globe-trotting party rocker is a dedicated fan of Rio's mad beats. Currently based in Vienna, DJ Beware hosts a daily mix show on acclaimed radio station FM4. DJ Beware came up with the idea of the baile funk battle vinyl record, and arranged DJ Sandrinho's and Daniel Haaksman's material to be ready for the jam-rocking business. This is an absolutely essential DJ tool and an irreplaceable archive of the best baile beats for your own personal favela party.
VAN RIVERS- MESSED UP ALTERNATIVE 12” (stockholm ltd, germany)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*We're incredibly happy to be starting this new project! Islands and Islets is a Berlin-based record label run as a daughter imprint to dance-oriented Stockholm LTD, founded by Pär Grindvik. This new label has developed from a constant stream of new influences that all together make up our own special idea of independent and underground music. Islands and Islets' qualities can be enjoyed by more 'inexperienced' listeners as well as by the 'knowing' ears of a record collector. Using electronics to rework and redevelop sound -- whether it be instrumental or with vocals. With the hope of finding a new balance of two worlds, Island & Islets strives to create something new and unique that has roots in our physical realm. Our first 12" release, Van Rivers' Messed Up Alternative. Van Rivers catches that special movement and provides us with a great tool for both peak-time and afterhours!
STEVE LAWLER- SLEEPWALKING PART 2 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.55gbp/8.40eur/1287jpy (approx)
*restocked… part 2 -- limited edition one-sided 12" featuring the huge original mix which encapsulates Steve's new sound -- gritty groove leads big room electronic club music. Steve describes the track as 'getting the biggest crowd reaction of all my recent productions.'
MAGAZINES AND BOOKS
THE WIRE- #290 APRIL 2008 MAGAZINE (the wire, uk)
8.98usd/4.53gbp/5.81eur/890jpy (approx)
*All copies of this issue will come complete with an exclusive free CD stuck to the cover: The Wire Tapper 19, a special 10th anniversary edition of our acclaimed series of new music compilations. The Wire Tapper 19 is the latest volume in The Wire's ongoing series of exclusive new music compilations, the first volume of which was issued 10 years ago with The Wire's April 1998 issue. As with previous volumes, The Wire Tapper 19, which has been compiled by Shane Woolman, Lisa Blanning and Andy Tait, will contain a range of new, rare or exclusive tracks from across the spectrum of the kind of underground/outsider musics covered in the magazine. Packaged in a gatefold sleeve with artwork by The Wire's art director Ben Weaver, the CD will be given away free with every copy of the April issue worldwide. Artists include: Our Sleepless Forest, Snorkel, Nico Muhly, G.F. Fitz-Gerald & Lol Coxhill, X.A. Cute (feat. Mike Ladd), Daniel Figgis via Somadrone, Fluorescent Grey, Kaffe Matthews, Alexei Borisov & Anton Nikkilä, Talvin Singh, Illusion Of Safety, The Master Musicians Of Hop-Frog, Phog Masheeen, Setsubun Bean Unit, Pink Skull, LowDynamicOrchestra with Stefano Scodanibbio, Lars Akerlund, Tangtype, Yellow6, Never Enough Hop. On the cover: Gudrun Gut (From Malaria!, Mania D and Neubauten to Ocean Club radio and Monika Enterprise, this 'dilettante' has genially hosted Berlin's new music scene for 30 years. Features: Benga (Derek Walmsley meets dubstep's prince of darkness); Religious Knives (Bruce Russell on dervish surgery in New York); Robert Hood (Detroit Technocrat lights out for the South); Cross Platform: Cory Arcangel (With homage to Glenn Gould and hacked video games, this visual artist converts geekiness into media savvy); Invisible Jukebox: Michael Rother; Henry Grimes (Lost to the world for 30 years, the free jazz bassist has belatedly restarted his magnificent career in New York); J Dilla (Two years after his tragically early death, Dave Stelfox pays tribute to the celebrated hip-hop producer's ruff drafts, decaying textures and influential lo-fi aesthetics); The Primer: Henry Cow (A user's guide to the recordings of this nomadic, utopian outfit, including the extended Rock In Opposition family of Slapp Happy, The Work, Art Bears and more.
CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES
TEQUILA SUNRISE RECORDS- CLOTH SHOPPING BAG (tequila sunrise, usa)
5.98usd/3.00gbp/3.93eur/628jpy (approx)
or FREE with a purchase of 100.00usd of more!
*2008 finds the resurrection of the tsr soft goods brand with these stylishly austere record totes. perfect for records of course (they can hold up to ten), but also well suited for just about any other tote worthy chores you may find for it. nice sturdy straps, long enough to carry on your shoulder. available in pink, light blue, medium blue, medium green and purple.
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Friday, March 14, 2008
NEW ARRIVALS/RESTOCKS FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 14
NEW ARRIVALS AND RESTOCKS FRIDAY, MARCH 14
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woooah… tons of killer titles in this week! new and restocked lp’s on the was sol das? platten label (i got a couple of theses lp’s in before and was totally stoked –and surprised- to be able to get’em again… along with a couple new titles -!-. exspensive… a little, but sooo value for dollar!!!); a surprise restock of the great stars lp on pedal records outta nippon. another pricey one, but as expected, essential listening; lula côrtes and zé ramalho lp reissue on the great mr. bongo imprint… heard great things about this record for a few years now, so i’m totally excited to check it out; new and back catalog titles from carlos giffoni’s great no fun imprint; new benga lp on tempa… along with restocks of whats still currently available on the label, all i gotta say is… midnight request line!; new six oragans reissue, along with some drag city restocks; jade stone reissue on subliminal sounds… when i see male/female vocals, nashville, mid-70s and paul major, i’m hooked… big time. you know it’s a good one; and then there’s the dance titles… i’m gonna go ahead and declare that the new chaim 12 is a must have… you know he and guy gerber CANNOT be stopped in the realm of dancefloor filling neo-trance on labels like supplemental facts and my best friend and now a 12 on the always classy bpitch control? massive!!! also look out for the 12s by tetine, style of eye, nerk & dirk leyers, and on and on… don’t snooze.
gracias
anthony
as always, many of the titles are in very limited quantity, so if you're interested in anything listed below, feel free to call or email me, I will gladly hold items for up to a week.
prices do not include shipping and handling. for those of you shipping within the continental united states I offer a 5.00usd flat shipping rate for any amount of records and/or compact discs. shipping cost for international orders are calculated on an order by order basis. payments for orders can be made via paypal or with a credit card by telephone between 12-6pm/est.
i also offer bike messanger service via timecycle couriers. for the low cost of 10.00usd i can deliver any amount of records and/or cds you wish to purchase to your center city philadelphia location (this includes some parts of south, west and north philadelphia) within two hours (and for those of you who need your records even faster, we also offer ‘rush’ service for the low flat rate of 20.00usd for any amount of records/cds delivered to you within one hour). of course, we are still more than happy to ship records via the usps within philadelphia. as with the international shipments, orders placed before 5pm/est will ship out that evening and should reach their destination by the following day.
ROCK, POP AND PSYCHEDELIC
KUUPUU- UNILINTU LP (dekorder, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Unilintu is the second of two vinyl-only LPs on the Dekorder label compiling the best material from Kuupuus first four CD-R and cassette releases, this time presenting a slightly darker and even more coherent sonic vision compared to last years gorgeous Yökehrä lp.
UTON- ALITAJA YLIMINA LP (dekorder, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Alitaju Ylimina is the first vinyl album by Finlands Uton released in a strictly limited edition of 500 copies in a marvellous fold-out sleeve with a full-colour drawing by Uton himself on the outer sleeve and some fierce black&white illustrations by dutch artist Christelle Gualdi inside. Uton is the one-man project of Jani Hirvonen originally hailing from Tampere and currently travelling and recording in India. Hirvonen is one of the most active musicians of the Finnish underground scene that has recently presented us the likes of Kuupuu, Kemialliset Ystävät, Islaja, Paavoharju and Lau Nau and a seemingly never-ending stream of beautiful and highly original record releases. The music of Uton is no exception there, drawing inspirations from psychedelia to free jazz to pure ecstatic drones and noises using a wide range of acoustic instruments from various parts of the globe and a bulk of electronics. Recorded in glorious lo-fi the mystery of Hirvonens sound is difficult to pinpoint; sheer ravishing beauty, elegancy and variegation is stashed behind a wall of grey, inscrutable haze - gorgeous melodies and voices, reeds and alien sounds gleaming through
the mist from time to time, shimmering like diamonds through layers of dust. Uton has previously released dozens of CDs, CD-Rs and Cassettes on a myriad of labels including Jewelled Antler, Pseudo Arcana, Last Visible Dog, Digitalis and his own Ikuisuus. He has collaborated with
Amon Dude (Avarus), Anla Courtis (Reynols), Antony Milton (Black Boned Angel), Ben Reynolds, Peter Wright, Phil Todd (Ashtray Navigations) and Jan Anderzen (Tomutonttu, Kemialliset Ystävät) among others. The latter collaboration (under the Hevoset moniker) will be released on LP by Dekorder later this year.
SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE- THE SUN AWAKENS LP (drag city, usa)
14.98usd/7.35gbp/9.61eur/1502jpy (approx)
*restocked… Listening to The Sun Awakens back-to-back with its predecessor will provoke a different response. There's a few treats, sure. As a matter of fact, it's all treats to our ears. But it's not all happy beans, just so you know. As a matter of fact, it's the darkest Six Organs of Admittance yet. In addition to titling songs cheerless things like 'Black Wall,' and 'Torn by Wolves,' Ben's brought a bit more electric guitar into the mix to help bring out the darkness. Tim Green is behind the board making sure that everything sounds rock-solid, and the acoustics are brilliant, almost blinding. Side one is a six-song circle where waves of guitars build and beauty is betrayed by madness...in the prettiest possible way. Side two is a trip down the droning 'River of Transfiguration.' The inspiration here is Hermann Nitsch. You might hear Popul Vuh as an influence too, as well as Hapshash and the Coloured Coat. Overall though, Six Organs of Admittance doesn't believe in the critical myth that an artist who flirts with the obscure needs to consolidate their experimental tendencies into more and more listenable music in order to expand the envelope of what pop music can be. He don't believe in a linear aesthetic trajectory either.
SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE- SCHOOL OF THE FLOWER LP (drag city, usa)
14.98usd/7.35gbp/9.61eur/1502jpy (approx)
*restocked… This is the first Six Organs of Admittance record to be recorded in a studio. No computers were harmed (or used) during the making of this record. Free-jazz sensation Chris Corsano contributes drums with the greatest sympathy. It's a fantastic new album, as just a fraction of a listen will reveal. The highly prolific Six Organs of Admittance returns with a sixth or seventh album, School of the Flower.
SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE- DAYS OF BLOOD LP (hash, usa)
22.98usd/11.28gbp/14.74eur/2304jpy (approx)
*Limited "bootleg" reissue of the cdr sold during Six Organs Of Admittance live shows in 2006.recorded Fall, 2005 with Ben Chasny, John Moloney of Sunburned hand of the man, and Keith Wood of Hush Arbors.
WHITE HEAVEN- LEVITATION... PLUS LP (farside, japan)
42.98usd/21.10gbp/27.57eur/4310jpy (approx)
*restocked… All time Japanese noise/psych classic rarity. Limited, numbered edition of 300 copies on 180 gram. Reissued with 1 bonus track. Cult guitarist Michio Kurihara and crew, created this awesome psychedelic cranium damaging noise masterpiece in Tokyo 1988. It was originally released as a 700 only LP release that sold out instantly thereby rendering it instant cult status with a scarcity value that beggars belief. This has to be the most sought after album of its genre and makes Les Rallizes Denudes look positively commonplace and as we all know, they are NOT! With a Quicksilver-Lysergic damaged sound, this band has to be heard, and here you have possibly the last chance to do this.
LULA CORTES E ZE RAMALHO- PAÊBIRÚ 2LP (mr. bongo, uk)
37.98usd/18.64gbp/24.36eur/3808jpy (approx)
*Paêbirú is an obscure Brazilian psych concept album about the four elements (earth, air, fire, water) that was lost to time in a warehouse fire in 1974, causing it to become a massively sought-after lost classic, fetching up to $1500 for vinyl copies. This recording of the collaboration between Brazilian artists Lula Côrtes and Zé Ramalho is a wonderfully off-kilter record, full of fantastic hooky and strange tunes that range all over the place, from full-on freakouts to quiet pastoral. The entire range of 1970s hippie Brazilian musician culture is displayed in this record. It's experimental, but it's relentlessly driven towards fun. If you like good music, you will like this legendary album untouched by time. Côrtes, who composes and plays on many of the tracks, seemingly appears only when talking about obscure Brazilian psych reissues, Ramalho, on the other hand, has built a solid career as a Brazilian pop singer and takes on most vocal duties. It's a very atmospheric blend, sung and chanted vocals are no more or less important than any of the other elements, which include classical acoustic and fuzzy electric guitar, piano, organ, flute, sax and a range of percussion. It's free and psychedelic, but just reigned in enough to keep it tense and exciting. The closest comparison might be to combine Amon Düül with Sunburned Hand of the Man and perhaps Double Leopards, if they lived on a commune together in Brazil and recorded while indulging in mass quantities of narcotics. In Brazil from the late 1960s onward, Caetano Veloso, Jorge Ben, Tom Zé, and many others blended elements of psychedelic rock, jazz, indigenous folk, with more 'classic' urban styles (bossa nova, samba, etc.) and instrumentation. As much a political identity movement as a cultural, Tropicalia artists as a whole were interested in using artistic expression as removing barriers and as a means of enabling other societal freedoms. Simultaneously, but across the Atlantic, European mystical trance rock of the time, beginning with outfits like Parson Sound and Amon Düül, and continued by Träd Gräs och Stenar and Algarnas Tradgard.
KAWAGUCHI MASAMI'S NEW ROCK SYNDICATE- CAT VS. FROG LP
(palindrone, new zealand)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Kawaguchi Masami is a Japanese guitar monster who has done time in Miminokoto, LSD March, and Broomdusters, and played with Keiji Haino for a time. This, his new band, also features bassist Akira Kikuchi and drummer Nao Shibata (Hijokaidan, Doodles). A track by New Rock Syndicate featured on the recent PSF compilation Tokyo Flashback Vol. 6. The new album is called Cat vs. Frog and clocks in at around 40 mins. It's exceptional wailing, burning garage psych-rock grounded in Kawaguchi's trademark heart-breakingly melancholic emotional intensity, instantly hummable, head-nodding toe-tapping riffs and melodies and unavoidably air guitaring white light, white heat guitar solos. Cat vs. Frog is pressed on white vinyl, in an edition of 500.
THE STARS- PERFECT PLACE TO HIDEAWAY LP (pedal, japan)
37.98usd/18.64gbp/24.36eur/3808jpy (approx)
*restocked… This is the long anticipated followup to their first album , will, which was chosen by British magazine the wire as one of the best albums of 2004. Perfect Place to Hideway has sensual grooves not heard on their earlier work, cold, icy riffs, and an overwhelming tone of nihilism in the vocals, all masterfully put together to create a multi-dimensional, grand listening experience. From opener Subway, with Michio Kuriharas guitar lines weaving through eternal, repetitive grooves and Ishiharas controlled, unique vocals, this album ushers in a new era for the band. From the slashing guitar riffs to the impenetrable grooves laid out by the rhthym section, from the anarchic, bold arrangements to the dark lyricism, the unique album creates an overwhelming, cosmic listening experience.
JADE STONE & LUV- MOSAICS: PIECES OF STONE LP (subliminal sounds, sweden)
34.98usd/17.17gbp/22.44eur/3507jpy (approx)
*lp version, Gatefold LP sleeve + printed inner sleeve. The sole album from male-female duo Jade Stone & Luv is a lost gem from the heart of the psychedelic 1970s. Composed and self-produced in Nashville in 1977, Mosaics: Pieces of Stone went unnoticed by the music industry upon release. Fortunately, it didn't disappear forever, but simply went into retreat, biding its time. While almost unknown outside specialist circles, Mosaics has been an underground cult favorite for many years. The combination of top-level songwriting, skillful guitar/keyboard arrangements and soaring vocals is just too impressive to ignore. And beyond these obvious qualities, the album has something subtle and unique, a magnetic power that keeps drawing the listener back. One of Jade Stone & Luv's earliest advocates was the legendary New York City musicologist, Paul Major. Here's a typical Major impression of the music on Mosaics: "Groovy love vibes thru a prism of jade statues in swinging singles apartment complex action ... Cadillac with fuzzy dice, feather boa, lotsa cigarette burns, stale perfumed ashen air. This album in the 8-track player at 5 AM with someone you don't even know passed out in the backseat, as you head to the diner to meet up with an early-bird Lava Lite salesman who deals pills on the side. Bubbly champagne molecules become the plastic vinyl booths in dim-lit dive bars; it's crackerbox post-war suburban low-rent psychedelic..." After 30 years, this rare experience is finally available for general consumption. Exact reissue, including a bonus track, in a limited edition of 500 copies.
PETER GRUDZIEN- THE UNICORN/THE GARDEN OF LOVE 2LP
(subliminal sounds, sweden)
37.98usd/18.64gbp/24.36eur/3808jpy (approx)
*restocked… First time exact vinyl reissue of this rare, legendary and highly praised urban hillbilly one-man-band "outsider artist" LP from 1974. The "first psychedelic country concept" album featuring bluegrass mountain music Americana from the twilight zone mixed with tape effects, musique concrète, fuzz guitar, surreal lyrics, imagery and themes from religion, death, sex and other timely concerns. Also included is a bonus LP record, The Garden of Love, with some truly amazing and haunting unreleased material spanning the 1950s-1970s. The Garden of Love LP includes, amongst others, a song about wandering around in the desert eating peyote. All the music has been carefully transferred from the master tapes and is a facsimile of the original album (previous CD-only reissues contained altered mixings). Read more about Peter Grudzien in the Incredibly Strange Music and Songs in the Key of Z books. This release features a gatefold sleeve with the original The Unicorn artwork plus loads of photos and liner notes. Limited edition of 500 copies only.
S.T. MIKAEL- MIND OF FIRE LP (subliminal sounds, sweden)
36.98usd/18.15gbp/23.72eur/3708jpy (approx)
*restocked… First time exact vinyl reissue of this rare, legendary and highly praised urban hillbilly one-man-band "outsider artist" LP from 1974. The "first psychedelic country concept" album featuring bluegrass mountain music Americana from the twilight zone mixed with tape effects, musique concrète, fuzz guitar, surreal lyrics, imagery and themes from religion, death, sex and other timely concerns. Also included is a bonus LP record, The Garden of Love, with some truly amazing and haunting unreleased material spanning the 1950s-1970s. The Garden of Love LP includes, amongst others, a song about wandering around in the desert eating peyote. All the music has been carefully transferred from the master tapes and is a facsimile of the original album (previous CD-only reissues contained altered mixings). Read more about Peter Grudzien in the Incredibly Strange Music and Songs in the Key of Z books. This release features a gatefold sleeve with the original The Unicorn artwork plus loads of photos and liner notes. Limited edition of 500 copies only.
BABY GRANDMOTHERS- BABY GRANDMOTHERS 2LP (subliminal sounds, sweden)
32.98usd/16.19gbp/21.15eur/3307jpy (approx)
*restocked… Limited 2LP vinyl version of 500 copies, following the previously-released CD. Baby Grandmothers were a short-lived Swedish band, but one of the most prolific and unique psychedelic, modal, experimental power trios to emerge out of the Scandinavian psychedelic underground scene in 1967. Although hailing from Stockholm, Sweden they only released a single in Finland, which has since become one of the most sought-after pieces of vinyl from the era. Formed out of the legendary R&B/beat band T-Boones which included guitar-wiz Kenny Håkansson, who ushered the group into the psychedelic sounds of the time. Not only were they the house band at the legendary psychedelic club, Filips, they also supported Jimi Hendrix on his Swedish tour in 1968 and then turned into Mecki Mark Men, who became the first Swedish rock band to tour the U.S. This unique collection includes live recordings made at Filips, their impossibly rare single and a rare live recording made in Finland. Painstakingly collected and researched by Dungen's guitarist, Reine Fiske.
OCS- 3 LP (yik yak, usa)
15.98usd/7.84gbp/10.25eur/1602jpy (approx)
*John Dwyer (Coachwhips) and Patrick Mullins (Burmese) mellow out and offer up a platter full of finger-picked guitars, minimalist drumming, homemade electronics, musical saw, and Dwyers sweet, high-pitched singing. For fans of Charlie Tweddle, Souled American, and people who wish Spacemen 3 wouldve made a country album. Limited edition pressing of 500 white vinyl with handscreened covers.
PUNK AND POST-PUNK
V/A- INSTANT POP CLASSICS VOL. 2 LP (happy lux pop, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Collection of "Punks best witness," "forgotten singles" that defined the fervor of the late Seventies and early Eighties. You’ll even find familiar names in case you require them. Everything and More by Dolly Mixture was produces by Captain Sensible, the Cult Figures are of
course the Swell Maps, Essential Logic featured an X-Ray Spex member (Lora Logic). Quintessentially rare bursts of inspiration from when the boring polyester lifestyles and perms flew out the window and the door opened for fanzine making and bedroom labels, sometimes with only one or two releases- and here they are." -Nana Gold. Includes tracks by Blitzkrieg Bop, Ludus, Agony Column, Legs Akimbo & the Titanics, Krypton Tunes, Essential Logic, The Fakes, Desperate Bicycles, 48 Chairs, Static Routines, Disturbed, Moondogs, Versatile Newts, Dolly
Mixture, They Might Be Russians, and Weekend. One of the first comps of late 70s/early 80s DIY/art punk singles. Mid 90s release restocked. Limited to 300 copies, fullcolor cover, insert.
ALU- UNGESUNDE TRAUMBILDER LP (was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*alu from Berlin featuring the recordings from their 1983 cassette-only release from their very own der letzte schrei-label. Six hard-beat sequencer minimal songs to lose completely your control. This is from the period of the band when they had Nadja Moldt on vocals. So get ready for some hardcore basics. Remastered and with full colour sleeve.
DIE EGOZENTRISCHEN 2- DER AUFSTAND DER CHEMIKER LP
(was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*As if the release of the “Tetchy Teenage Tapes of Felix Kubin” (version Pop on Skipp, version Nerv on A-Musik in 2003) was not enough, another label from South Germany urged us to plunder our archive and come up with 14 unreleased tracks of Felix Kubin`s Teenager electro nerve-grinding band “Die Egozentrischen 2”. All the songs were written and produced on 4-track between 1982 and 1985 by Felix Kubin and Stefan Grund. The record title is “Der Aufstand der Chemiker” (Riot of the chemists) which is also the fastes synthie punk track of that time. I guess. Edition of 300 in slikscreened jackets.
PSUEDO CODE- LIGHT 10" (was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*five tracks on a lovely 10" piece of Vinyl. Brilliant Minimal-Synth Power from Belgium. All recorded in 1980/1981 featuring Alain Neffe from bene gesserit. 2 completely unreleased tracks as well as some rare 2 tracks from early Cassette-Compilations and the final song has been taken from their LP "Europa".
V2 SCHNEIDER- DOCUMENT LP (was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*second Longplayer from Rosenheim, featuring the 2 tracks of the WILDE GIER 7" and some other brilliant tunes. Edition of 250.
AVANT GARDE AND NOISE
EMERALDS/QUINTANA ROO- BUBBLE QUIET COMPLICATION/BEHEADED DYNASTY LP (arbor, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Blessed waves of beautiful sounds build and decay into perfect pieces of music. From opposing locations and opposing approaches to drone, Ohios Emeralds and LAs Quintana Roo juxtapose themselves with skillful perfection. Emeralds epic synth composition "Bubble Quiet Complication" marks the acts first vinyl appearance, and possibly heaviest work to date. A tribute to the sine waves of 70s, this massive grower oscillates and progresses completely discretely; impossible to follow and completely transcendental. Bass heavy subsonic patterns work their way underneath the beauty, completely proving and reinforcing this bands recent acclaim. Quintana Roo (comprised of members of Robedoor, Pocahaunted, and Changeling et al.) take a more natural/native approach to their craft. A massive horn blasts marks a call to arms on "Beheaded Dynasty". Twinkling chimes and electric textures help paint a natural base. Hand drums start the
onward march to oblivion, met along the way by a blessed to infinity bass line building to an organic overload. In a numbered edition of 450 emerald green LPs with printed labels and proprinted cardboard jackets with an insert all from the psyched psyche of Devon Varmega.
EMERALDS/TUSCO TERROR- VAPORIZER/FERAL COUSINS LP (ecstatic peace, usa)
14.98usd/7.35gbp/9.61eur/1502jpy (approx)
*restocked… Emeralds is Mark McGuire, John Elliott & Steve Hauschildt. They are currently based in and around Cleveland, Ohio. Direct descendants of the history of adventurous punk, post-punk, whatever music spilling out of Ohio the last 35 years or so from Pere Ubu, Devo, Rocket From The Tombs, The Raspberries, The Cramps, Dead Boys, Great Plains, Fuzzhead, et al. Emeralds is the sound of exploration of space/time conundrums utilizing vintage synthesizer beauty and guitar experimentation. Unfolding sweet-leaf shifts and gorgeous curves of kosmiche abandon are played with devotion and desire. With a palpitating discography of cassettes, CD-Rs, etc., both self-released and on righteous labels (Hanson, Gods Of Tundra, American Tapes, Chondritic Sound) Emeralds have already distinguished themselves as new yet timeless, young yet ageless. Tusco Terror was introduced to us by fellow Ohioan (at that time) Leslie Keffer, (whose Feels Like Frenching LP was released on the label) as her favorite band in Ohio. She sent us some cassette releases and we were immediately blitzed. The sound of reckless confrontation, living room shambles, chaotic slipstreams and glorious friendship noise crackled from one brain stem to another. Tusco Terror resides in Akron, OH when they're not wheeling around the country setting up in any bewildered basement scene or delirious donut shop across the USA to wig out anyone fortunate enuff to be 'there.'
PRURIENT/AKITSA- SPLIT LP (blasphemous underground, france)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*long awaited split release going on almost 3 years. AKITSA is masterful, desperate, and relentless raw mid-paced canadian black metal in the vein of early burzum, ildjarn, and perhaps a slower bone awl. atmospheric yet shredded minimal and monolithic guitar and drum mantras
with inhumane, spiritual vocal abandon. complete with bombed out morbid organ and noise intro wrought with anxious anticipation of the primitive natural vortex that follows. PRURIENT presents a massively decayed, fetid sound collage titled fossil recorded live on the radio with 3 man line up of kris lapke and jvibg of viodre, a day after the recording of the fossil full length. patient, miserable, synth wails and howls under churning field recordings, tapes, electronic distortion and the inevitable vocal fallout. roughly 30 min from each band creating a long and drizzly haze for isolated depressives. Limited euro pressing of the Hospital CD, in killer gatefold sleeve.
AFTER THE SNOW- FRACTURE LP (enfant terrible, netherlands)
26.98usd/13.24gbp/17.31eur/2705jpy (approx)
*On his debut LP After The Snow (this artist was already present on Enfant04: Electronic Renaissance) presents to the world his visions and feelings translated into dark, ritualistic and invocative minimal electronics. In his sound you will discover that After The Snow works
within the old industrial and new wave tradition. And, his sound will remind you of early minimal electronic acts. Still he has a very unique and original sound of his own, made for the world of today... LP limited to 310 copies.
MISCARRIAGE- MISCARRIAGE LP
(gods of tundra/american tapes/hanson/chondritic sound, usa)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*THIS ONE-SIDER JUST REPRESSED...AVAILABLE AGAIN....ORIGINALLY A 4-LABEL SPLIT edition of 200 copies...now 400 more copies have been pressed...100 more for each label!! Grab it BEFORE IT HAS TO BE REPRESSED AGAIN!!!!The band that shouldnt have happened.. and kind of didnt. Olson/Dilloway/Connelly/Holger. co-released in a SECOND edition of 400 by HANSON/GODS OF TUNDRA/AMERICAN TAPES/CHONDRITIC SOUND.
CONSUMER ELECTRONICS- NOBODY'S UGLY LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Consumer Electronics is the work of Mr. Philip Best (Whitehouse,Male Rape Group, Ramleh just to name a few!) Pioneer of power electronics and noise who's been at it since the early 80's in his early teenage years while we were all still sucking on our mother's breast and crying like retards. First full length Vinyl release for C.E. since 1993. Produced by Mr. William Bennett. Two side long tracks of beautiful evil noise and heavy layers of drone with the sonic power of recent Whitehouse releases and the classic Consumer Electronics tense and obsessive vibe. Comes in heavy delux screened covers.Limited to 500 copies.
DEATHROES- FINAL EXPENSE LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*deathroes is gerritt and sixes. Total Auditory destruction by these west coast veterans debut collaboration LP. Dark psychedelic drone, walls of sounds, electronic impossibility. Tectonic plates shift and rain of lava annihilates ones own soul along with everyone else’s. Enligthment and new death-born feelings combined with hallucinations so sharp and vivid that they lead to the disintegration of all senses. Salvation, elation, Truth?-no, only the final expense! Split Release with Misanthropic Agenda. Limited to 500 copies.
CARLOS GIFFONI- I AM REAL LP (no fun productions, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*Carlos Giffoni. Something breaks. but not completely, it reshapes itself into giant bacteria, it has the ability of creating infinite heat and starts melting your record player. it becomes liquid but the speakers still work so you can hear perfectly every milisecond of the melting process. finallly it becomes a cannon and shuts the sun down. planets loose their orbit. earth becomes a giant mass crashing trough space. everything dies. you try to wake up but It is real.Limited to 300.
HIVE MIND- CAST THROUGH SHALLOW EARTH LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Synth music for the exploration of desolated lands, slow and detailed side long movements of pure tonal sound. After millions of years when everything has withered away and nothing survives what will remain in this earth? Minerals, boiling lava, smoke, and corrosion in a shallow earth.Limited to 400 copies.
MOUTHUS- MOUTHUS 2LP (no fun productions, usa)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Industrial Psych Rock from Broolyn troglodites of heavyness. Twice the volume, twice the destruction, twice the machinery, twice the head ache of psychedelic industrial joy! Play it at whatever speed you want. Limited to 350 copies.
JIM O'ROURKE- 6 OSCILLATORS 87/GUITAR 88 LP (no fun productions, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*A lost piece in time from 1987 and a lost piece in time from 1988. 6 oscillators announces destruction and the future thats today, as giganntic synthetic sound bounces your brain to to total meltdown, only dust remains. Guitar rebuilds you and prepares you to face the reality of life. thet time for battle is now. unreleased until today, limited to 500 no fun style artwork. Jim rules.
PITA- A BAS LA CULTURE MARCHANDE LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Pulsating inhuman sounds, minimal drone work, silence? harsh layered electronics and total death. Explorations into the infra-worlds with a few tool boxes and a fucking gigantic drill of destruction manned by a single man, Mr. Peter Rehberg-A sick man and 20th/21st century Pioneer of evil electronic music with all the secret formulas to create artificial breakdowns of space and time. Hail primal electronic darkness. First vinyl from Pita in several years. Limited to 300.
SMEGMA/CARLOS GIFFONI/METALUX- UNTITLED LP (no fun productions/lafms, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*Studio Collaboration Recorded and mixed by DR. ID. himself at Smegma's Portland studio during Metalux/Giffoni summer tour. Total weirdness full on psychedelic improvisation in the classic Smegma style, amplified by Giffoni's arsenal of unmatched apocalyptic precission machinery and Metalux's own arsenal of strangeness electronic sound and vocals from the next dimension. Already a total American classic before it even existed. Enjoy the Present. The Eternal Sound is now and forever.Coreleased between the Legendary LAFMS(Los Angeles Free Music Society) label, and No Fun Productions. Limited to 500.
JOHN WIESE- TUMBLER LP (no fun productions, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*Total Head Crush Destruction from Mr Wiese (also of Sissy Spacek and LHD, works with Sunn 0)), etc,etc), if your head was made out of a boulder the sounds here enclosed are still designed to leave behind nothing but blood stain dust. Side A is the eternal acid rain that we all fear slowly melting your skin away and reminding of your insignificant humanity, Side B is a metallic behemoth continously punching you from all directions leaving you with just enough unbroken bones so that you can breath. Another No Fun Classic. Limited to 300.
NO NECK BLUES BAND AND EMBRYO- EMBRYONNCK LP (sound@one/staubgold, usa)
19.98usd/9.81gbp/12.82eur/2003jpy (approx)
*New York mavericks No Neck Blues Band and Munich-based Krautrock band Embryo explore the indigenous urban music phenomenon on this, their debut collaborative release. The No Neck Blues Band are one of the most enigmatic, mysterious, and defiantly anti-commercial groups to
emerge from the New York loft scene during the °Æ90s. The collective was formed in 1992 around a core of multi-instrumentalists who have stubbornly and admirably insisted on individual anonymity. Incorporating elements of folk, drone, psychedelia, free jazz, noise, and just about everything else, NNCK have nevertheless carved out a distinctive sound from complementary
and disparate component elements. One of the most original and innovative Krautrock bands, Embryo fused traditional ethnic music with their own jazzy space rock style. Over their 30-year existence, during which Christian Burchard has been the only consistent member, the group has traveled the world, playing with hundreds of different musicians and releasing over twenty records. Melding their wildly diverse forays into experimental, blues, Middle Eastern, Turkish and African music, these two groups have since become brothers in unparalleled improvisatory spirit,
and EmbryoNNCK is the fruit of that merge. To quote Christian Burchard, °∞The NNCK players were flying... Little melodies we never had heard, different moods, rhythmic interplays, and in between the musicmaking it was like we had been together all the time.°± This should be one of the most transcendent releases of the year. Heavy jacket including a full color poster and inserts.
NO NECK BLUES BAND- AFTYPICLIPSE LP (sound@one, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*This is the bomb NNCK dropped on ATP, December 2006. Entirely new sequence and improved mastering and fidelity from the CDR version.
BILLY BAO- FUCK SEPARATION 10” (s-s, usa)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Dont tell the INS, but Billy Bao is here. These internationalists destroy all boarders with the grinding bludgeon of pummeling sound. Two lonnnnnnggggg songs churn relentless riffs into wretched pounding and go back. Sub-metal, dirt dirge primitivism that attacks the shit nation
state. For one from Billy Baos last one check out “Bilbos Incinerator” Embrace the degeneration of rock & roll! Fans of Brainbombs, Stickmen with Rayguns, Pissed Jeans, Drunk with Guns, etc. take note. White vinyl. Screened sleeves.
ASTRAL SOCIAL CLUB- MODEL TOWN IN A FIELD OF MUD LP (textile, france)
22.98usd/11.28gbp/14.74eur/2304jpy (approx)
*Model Town in a field of Mud is the result of a collaboration between Neil Cambell and John Clyde Evans. This album was recorded largely thru the post during Johns year long stay in India. (although the very last few minutes are the duo live in Sheffield right after he returned). This album is a 50/50 collaboration, hopefully the first of many! John Clyde Evans has a lenghty career, even if he did "disappear" for a few years. John was in the band Hood (Domino Recordings) then cut a couple of great solo records, then disapeared, reappearing using his Sikh name of Tirath Singh Nirmala, cutting an LP with Richard Yuongs, then reverting his original name and droping the magnificent " Apetal Thunderfall" CD on us earlier this year!! Neil Campbell is a cornerstone of the UK underground and played in Vibracathedral Orchestra, Sunroof, A Band, with Richard Youngs, Damo Susuki and many many other artists. Despite some esoteric path, Model Town in a field of mud reconfirm John and Neil intentions to blast techno into the Stratosphere.
DUBSTEP AND GRIME
LIKHAN- TERRE/UNWILL 12” (7even, france)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*the last couple of weeks have been an absolute treasure trove of low-end goodness for the more progressive bass-heads among you. Enter Likhan, a French operator who we know close to nothing about but who's pushing all the right buttons as far as we're concerned, here punching in two stripped bass killers that will absolutely crush dub reductionists amongst you with its impeccable production and unfussy arrangements. Admittedly we think this material sounds much much better slowed down to 33, but nonetheless Likhan has bought himself entry to that exclusive club inhabited by the likes of A Made Up Sound, Peverelist, Appleblim, T++ and the like, pushing boundaries and keeping the development and enrichment of style and function at the forefront of masterly sonic objectives.
FUSED FORCES- THE FUSED FORCE 12” (fused forces, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Four heavy cuts from some of Essex's finest.
WARRIOR QUEEN AND THE HEATWAVE- THINGS CHANGE 12” (soul jazz, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*New killer dancehall bomb from Warrior Queen on Soul Jazz Records! Warrior Queen is one of the most in-demand vocalists on the dubstep, dancehall and grime scenes at present. She has released records with Skream, The Bug, Kode9, DJ Zinc and many more (on labels such as Rephlex, Soul Jazz, Hyperdub, Tempa, Casual and more). Warrior Queen began her career in Jamaica, MCing on her uncles soundsystem in Kingston and quickly elevating to releasing dancehall tracks on the Penthouse label. Since first releasing records in the UK she has worked with some of the finest underground producers in the country. Her previous release on Soul Jazz Records was as Ladybug (with Kevin Martin, aka The Bug) with 'Them A Bomb We,' about the 7th of July Tube bombings. This new track 'Things Change' is about the politics of life between Jamaica and the UK. Heatwave's original productions and re-mixes have previously been released on their own Scandal Bag, Punchline and Heatwave labels including their infamous DJ-friendly dancehall versions of Kelis's 'Trick Me' and Lily Allen's 'LDN.' Warrior Queen's 'Thing Change' is taken from the forthcoming An England Story, a history of UK MC culture featuring an incredible array of dancehall/hip-gop/grime MCs over the last 25 years with artists such as Roots Manuva, General Levy, Estelle, London Posse, Stush, Tippa Irie, Warrior Queen and many, many more.
BIOME- STATE OF EMERGENCY/AGITATED 12” (subsonik, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Debut dubstep business from Manchester's Biome on subsonik records. Flying the Manc steppers flag high, Biome work all their presets into a murky pit of bass drops and caustic lead riffs on 'State of Emergency,' drawing stylistic influence from fellow Manc heads Omen and Mark One, with hung halfsteppers beats and comically gloomy atmospheres. 'Agitated' on the flip, bear-hugs the standard dubstep template with another dank and skanky riddim primed for big dubstep floors. --Boomkat
BENGA- DIARY OF AN AFRO WARRIOR 3LP (tempa, uk)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Diary Of An Afro Warrior is one of the most highly anticipated albums of the year. If Burial's Untrue dominated 2007's end of year critics charts then it's odds on Diary Of An Afro Warrior will do the same in 2008. Dubstep's trickle into the mainstream has been steady; Skream and Burial alike have nudged the door open. Benga is undoubtedly the force to smash it through and take dubstep to another level. Much more than just a straight dubstep album, the tracks on Diary... have been favorably compared to such names as Carl Craig, Underground Resistance, Reprazent and Massive Attack.
COKI- TORTURED/SHATTERED 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Two of the biggest dubs from one of the biggest producers in the scene finally hit the streets on Tempa. Coki's work as one half of Digital Mystikz has seen the duo rise to be one of the most influential forces in dubstep. His trademark twisted basslines are in full effect here, with the dubplate anthem 'Tortured' smashing up raves from DMZ & FWD in the UK to Dub War in New York. The distinctive minimal intro of 'Shattered' forces the listener to wait for the inevitable bass drop -- and what a drop it is.
D1- TRIAL RUN 2X12” (tempa, uk)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*restocked… D1 touches down once again on Tempa with a scorching EP of futuristic beats. With his rhythms getting battered down at FWD>> & DMZ, & his unique deep musical style pricking up ears all over the globe, the time is right to unleash this varied package. With 'Trial Run' & 'Greazy' both mainstays of Youngsta's groundbreaking sets, this EP also finds space for the break-infused halfstep of 'Foundation,' the dark energy of 'Malfunction' & the soulful Rhodes & vocals of Skream favorite 'Mind & Soul.' 'Quantum Jazz' rounds things off with a journey into Carl Craig style jazz techno futurism.
D1- MISSIN'/COCAINE/FIRIN' BLANKS 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Talented young London producer D1 comes with his second release on the legendary Tempa label. 'Missin'' has been a mainstay of influential dubstep DJ Youngsta sets for some time now, with distinctive rave stabs and the deepest sub bass around. Kode 9 featured 'Cocaine' on his futuristic Dubstep Allstars Volume 3 mix, whilst 'Firin' Blanks' showcases D1's unique string-laden orchestral style. A truly cutting-edge package from one of the leading labels in dubstep.
D1- DEGREES 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Moving over from Soulja for his first release on Tempa, D1 delivers a production sound that seems more mature than his years. His trademark soundtrack/dubstep fusion has been getting both 'Degrees,' and flipside 'Identity,' some heavy dancefloor rotation. DJ support has been coming from Youngsta.
HEADHUNTER- FUTUREBOUND 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… rising bristol star drops his first 12" for tempa. As a member of Bristol's notorious h.e.n.c.h. crew he has been repping the dubstep sound hard in the South West. After blistering sets at FWD>> in London & the h.e.n.c.h club night & Pinch's Subloaded rave in Bristol, this release cements his reputation as a major new talent in dubstep. All three tracks have been mainstays of pioneering dubstep DJ Youngsta's sets on dubplate, and have received plays from Plastician (BBC Radio One) and by Ntype on Rinse.
SKREAM- SKREAM! 3LP (tempa, uk)
19.98usd/9.81gbp/12.82eur/2003jpy (approx)
*restocked… The highly anticipated debut album from Skream: Croydon's musical wonderkid. At 15 he discovered making music. Five years later he's helped to change the course of UK urban music, having helped build the foundations of dubstep, the UK's most talked about new musical genre. Skream's clipped, techy minimal style has quickly become his trademark. Long before grime existed, it reflected dark murky streets and sinister nights, the sound of decaying London and its frustrated communities, stuck out in satellite towns and sink estates with nothing but a PC and freely available software to channel their frustration into. Stuck in front of a PC for days on end, that's exactly what Skream did. His signature tune, the scene's anthem 'Midnight Request Line' -- on Tempa records -- is an explosion of electro arpeggios and dub sub-bass. It's a tune you can sing along to: Skream has it as his own ringtone. From the opening haunting strings of 'Tortured Soul' which calls to mind the work of Phillip Glass or Aphex Twin, to the mysterious shimmering 'Midnight Request Line,' to the more optimistic chords and guitar of 'Dutch Flowerz,' to the heavy vocal cuts featuring Warrior Queen and JME ('Check-It' and 'Tapped' respectively) and heavy digi-sounds of 'Auto-Dub,' it's clear that this is a sonic visionary at work.
SKREAM- TAPPED/DUTCH FLOWERS 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… 'Tapped' has been blowing minds at raves for some time now, its arpeggiated electro riffs bouncing against the bassline and tuff percussion. Vocalled on 'Skream!' by JME (Roll Deep/Boy Better Know), the hottest MC in grime, 'Tapped' has 'anthem' written all over it. 'Dutch Flowerz' has a summery skank to it with reggae horns & a deep dubby feel & has been getting rewinds at FWD>>, DMZ, Dubloaded & Transmission.
SKREAM- LOEFAH REMIXES 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Third Skream 12" on Tempa. In a deadly explosion of sub bass, Tempa let off two Loefah bombs. Loefah's remix of 'I' slams into a deadly sub in a nu-school Loefah style, all condensed darkness and inferred space. His remix of 'Monsoon' was built two years ago when he was first incubating his halfstep ideas, and it takes a full two anticipation-building minutes to drop.
SKREAM- MIDNIGHT REQUEST LINE 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… The shot-heard-round-the-world banger that was killing the game for a hot minute even before it hit 12". This one might just go down in the history books as the one that cracked the whole game wide open, international style -- it's been talked about in Vice, De:Bug, and on just about every music blog you can think of. Possibly the final link in the chain connecting grime and dubstep, as evidenced by the likewise talked-about freestyles Dizzee dropped over the A-side on RinseFM. About as good a starting point for dubstep as the interested but uninitiated could hope for, total future classic now. --Rob Buschgans
SKREAM- SKREAMIZM VOL.1 2X12” (tempa, uk)
15.98usd/7.84gbp/10.25eur/1602jpy (approx)
*restocked… Following the massive success of Request Line, Skream is officially on fire right now! To celebrate, Tempa are releasing this extensive 6 track doublepack. 'Smiley Face' is dubwise vocal dubstep, and 'Untitled' (as featured on Youngsta's Dubstep Allstars Vol. 2 mix CD) is all electro melodies and intricate woodblocks. 'Lightening' rinses the Amen break, while 'Rottan' is a must-have tune with an irresistible skanked-out riff.
SKREAM- SKREAMIZM VOL.2 2X12” (tempa, uk)
15.98usd/7.84gbp/10.25eur/1602jpy (approx)
*restocked… No man can keep Skream down right now as he unleashes a slew of new dubs for the dancefloor. The latest installment in the Skreamizm series sees the long awaited release of anthem after anthem. Tempa are proud to announce that Skream is also currently working on his much anticipated debut album due for release later this year. For sneak previews check him on Rinse FM's Stella Sessions, launched recently with the immortal line: 'Welcome planet Earth to the Skream show'.
V/A- TEMPA ALLSTARS VOL. 2 2X12” (tempa, uk)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*restocked… Very welcome reissue of this Tempa double pack, originally released at a critical evolutionary point, December '04. The track listing tells you as much, with pioneering heads Geeneus and El-B on the A/B, preceding now-rulers Kode9, Digital Mystikz, D1 and Loefah, who fill the remaining sides. All the tracks are heaters, especially D1's infamous 'Crack Bong' (later remixed by Loefah and smashed on Dubstep Allstars Vol. 2), the Mystikz' 'Give Jah Glory' and Loefah's early monster 'Truly Dread,' a clear sign of things to come for the man. The tracks literally get darker with every side, and listening with hindsight you can arguably hear dubstep turn a corner and come fully into its own right here. An essential document and now-classic release, back on the table. -- Rob Buschgans
WONDER- WHAT: CASPA REMIX 12” (wonderland, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Classic Wonder tracked remastered & reissued, including brand new killer Caspa remix on the back of his amazing rework of Matty G on Argon.
HOUSE, TECHNO AND DISCO
CHAIM- MOON 12” (bpitch control, germany)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Chaim from Tel Aviv presents a debut that possesses more than one surprise. "Moon" displays a free groove with the help of some dignified effects, making you want to throw your hands in the air. "Wednesday June" is a bit more minimal, with groove that structures itself into a bubbling bass line, dissolved by one of these typically Chaim-melodies, which anchor themselves deeply into the head -- only for catching dreams under the light of the moon, on a Wednesday in June.
MINILOGUE- JAMAICA 12” (cocoon, germany)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*The two Swedes Sebastian Mullaert and Marcus Henriksson are already a well-known name in the psy-trance scene as Son Kite. As Minilogue, they now conquer the minimal and house world. With their rather unique sound, they manage the tightrope walk between minimal and trance and never allow us to put them into a drawer. Jamaica features two calm tunes where organic matter and groovy sounds are worked into a detailed minimal labyrinth. Say YES to techno made in Sweden.
PINEAPPLES- COME ON CLOSER 12” (flexx, belgium)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… A re-issue of one of most in-demand Italo-disco records. Produced by Roberto Ferrante in '83 at the tender age of 18, 'Come On Closer' is a true party disco gem conceived with the minimal setup of a drum machine and a Korg synth and with the deep manly vocals of Douglas Roop. This used to be (and actually still is) a big track in the late '80s Chicago house scene, frequently played by the Hotmix 5 crew and charted in Mickey Oliver's all time top 10. Pure party Italo-disco like no other!
BOBBY DAVENPORT- TIME HAS COME TODAY 12” (flexx, belgium)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… The 6th release brings back a forgotten dance classic from 1983 by Bobby Davenport. A cheeky cover of the Chambers Brothers' 'Time Has Come Today,' produced by Randy Sills and Peter Hirsh. This is pure electronic disco with very tight drums, an arpeggiated (almost acidic) bassline and some vocoder vocal action. The absolutely insane synth line will make you scream and maybe even pop your speakers with its 8-bit rawness and ultra-catchy melody. This track is just all over the place, what were they thinking? We have no idea, but it works the floor like nothing else.
BILLY DALESSANDRO- SOULCHASER 12” (harthouse, germany)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*After having published more than 20 EPs and two full length albums Billy Dalessandro arrived at the first league of worldwide respected producers. His third album Into The Atom can be seen as a milestone of the Chicago-based musician's history. He publishes a mixture of Chicago style funk and deep minimal electronic style. Here are 3 gems born out of his virtuosity you can't miss. A1: 'Soulchaser' Undercover Mix -- Highly addictive and percussive slightly forward oriented track with great spheres. 'Great' has to be written with triple 'e' because it is used a dramatic element which pokes out of the deep and tricky basement. Playful effects and intelligent beat programming sum up to a really special atmosphere -- somewhere between -- but precise as hell!
ANTONELLI- SOULKILLER 2LP (italic, germany)
21.98usd/10.79gbp/14.10eur/2204jpy (approx)
*Italic would like to announce Antonelli's new album Soulkiller. It is Stefan Schwander (aka Antonelli)'s 6th album and was produced using analog drum machines, synthesizers and sequencers only and recorded live without any overdubs onto an old-school tape recorder. The result is amazing: Antonelli's house music on Soulkiller is so incredibly rough and emotional that it reminds of the garage rock from the Stooges. And the tracks sound like ESG doing cover versions of 'Moodymann.' Moreover, you will find flamboyant pop references, from Bohannon to Terry Hall.
SKAT- CONCRETE JUNGLE 12” (karat, france)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Here we go again with Skat for his new release on Karat. You will note that this one is a bit more functional even if the whole mood is still deep. You can find 'Nightwalk,' originally released on the Katapult 3 compilation CD and finally on vinyl, and also a remix by Kenny Hawkes and David Parr, appreciated producers from England. The two other tracks are built for the floor, quite efficient and fine.
NERK & DIRK LEYERS- PERSE X 12” (klang elektronik, germany)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Nerk & Dirk Leyers present their debut release on Klang Elektronik. "Perse" gives all the minimal-zombies the final death blow with squeaks and groans, making your eyes pop out while bursting your brain. "X" is a more classic Detroit techno piece of music, but has at least as much pressure.
STYLE OF EYE- THE PROPHET 12” (pickadoll, germany)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Pickadoll roster and his first release on the label reached underground hit status in the electro house scene. Coming from a more experimental background he has now grown into a true peak-time maestro, bringing in fresh and innovative ideas. Fantastic synthesizer work, catchy beats and effective arrangements make this a wonderful and deadly club monster 12". Sure shot for all fans of Dahlbäck, Claude VonStroke, Prydz, Angello or Ingrosso.
MARTINEZ- A CHEMICAL IMBALANCE 2LP (re:connected, germany)
19.98usd/9.81gbp/12.82eur/2003jpy (approx)
*Previously reissued on cd by Re:Connected, now issued on double LP format as well. This is the second full-length record by Copenhagen-based Martinez. This very special double pack vinyl edition includes 8 brand new tracks, all produced by Martinez during the spring and summer of 2007. You'll find the trademark sounds of Re:connected, in tracks such as "La Macchina," with its rolling hypnotic rhythm and bleepy metallic sounds. Martinez also adds some elements from his early influences of deep house with the track "Lowdown" -- its lush and laid-back pads lay out a deep but uplifting atmosphere to the otherwise dark soundscape of the album. There are also some trippy experimental dub grooves on tracks like "The Turtle-March," with that weird voice coming in and its tripped-out percussion flowing on top of a heavy sub-bass. A Chemical Imbalance is a sonic mood swing between ambient, minimal, techno, deep house and dub.
TETINE- I GO TO THE DOCTOR! 12” (soul jazz, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Killer punk-funk/new wave 12" featuring the São Paulo based group Tetine along with a wicked reworking on the CSS Remix. Tetine are Bruno Verner and Eliete Mejorado. This is their second release on Soul Jazz Records and is a taster for their forthcoming album Let Your X's Be Y's, a wild mix-up of punk-funk/new wave/post-punk/baile-bass. Integral to the same vibrant São Paulo music scene in Brazil that has now produced both CSS and Bonde de Role, Tetine's music is similarly a mixture of raw punky energy and attitude mixed with bass-heavy dance music. Tetine are in-fact the forerunners of this scene having now released 8 albums in Brazil since they formed in São Paulo in 1995.
OSBORNE- RULING 12” (spectral sound, usa)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Osborne is a Lego-sculpting, electron microscope-owning, Japanese speaking über-producer. He is, in fact, house music's MacGyver. Todd has been championed across the board by Gilles Peterson to Aphex Twin, from UR's Mad Mike to Warp's Flying Lotus. This 12" was written on his own music software on a hand-built computer, and is a testament to a life of walking the walk. Pure dancefloor-ready house that provides a taste of much more to come from this up-and-comer.
GEDDES- TRIAL & ERROR 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Tsuba is proud to present the debut single from Geddes, one third of Rekleiner alongside Audiofly and the man behind London and Ibiza's infamous Mulletover parties. 'Trial' and 'Error' show two distinct sides to Geddes musical personality -- 'Trial' is atmospheric deep house with a lighter vibe and 'Error' is darker, moodier tech house with shades of Konrad Black. Dynamic and Kindisch records rising star H.O.S.H has delivered a super hot remix. It's deep, hypnotic and spacey house underpinned with that all-important jackin' bassline. As a DJ, Geddes now holds international prominence with appearances in 2007 at Berlin's Panorama Bar and Watergate, D!Club in Lausanne and the Loft in Barcelona. Past performances have brought him success with large crowds as well as small taking in modest spaces, Frankfurt's Robert Johnson to the more substantial masses at Sunday Best's infamous Bestival and Renaissance 'Wild in The Country' festival.
DANTON EEPROM- TO THE BONE 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Danton Eeprom made his Tsuba debut last year with 'One Thing Leads To Another' and has since released records on Freak n Chic and his own Fondation imprint. The follow up for Tsuba, 'To The Bone' has already been included on the Steve Lawler Viva London album and has Danton's trademark dark funk throughout. The vocal is what really makes this and Danton stand out from the crowd. This man is going to be huge this year! For the remix Jamie Jones delivers a stunner, adding his trademark trippy and hypnotic touches to the original. With Danton and Jamie on the same 12", it's another big Tsuba release.
THE HACKER & ERIC BORGO- ZONE 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*restocked… What better way to start 2008 than with the huge 'Zone' by The Hacker & Eric Borgo, already licensed to Jennifer Cardini's new Kompakt compilation. The Hacker needs no introduction -- a true pioneer with album releases on his own Goodlife label (with his friends Oxia and Alex Reynaud) and with Miss Kitten on DJ Hell's Gigolo imprint. In 2001 at the dawn of electroclash, they were booked all over the world with Miss Kittin appearing as a dominant nurse and The Hacker cold as ice behind the machines and decks. In 2007, Michel describes his style as 'classic Detroit-style with Jeff Mills in mind.' Long term friend and Tsuba artist Eric Borgo teams up with Michel on the moody techno of 'Zone.' For the remix, it's a great coup to have the first mix from Ivan Smagghe & Tim Paris' new project 'Its A Fine Line.' The result, as you would expect, is a club mix that's typical Smagghe -- brooding, moody electro with a super-tight groove and eerie synths. It's a big one!
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TEQUILA SUNRISE RECORDS- CLOTH SHOPPING BAG (tequila sunrise, usa)
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woooah… tons of killer titles in this week! new and restocked lp’s on the was sol das? platten label (i got a couple of theses lp’s in before and was totally stoked –and surprised- to be able to get’em again… along with a couple new titles -!-. exspensive… a little, but sooo value for dollar!!!); a surprise restock of the great stars lp on pedal records outta nippon. another pricey one, but as expected, essential listening; lula côrtes and zé ramalho lp reissue on the great mr. bongo imprint… heard great things about this record for a few years now, so i’m totally excited to check it out; new and back catalog titles from carlos giffoni’s great no fun imprint; new benga lp on tempa… along with restocks of whats still currently available on the label, all i gotta say is… midnight request line!; new six oragans reissue, along with some drag city restocks; jade stone reissue on subliminal sounds… when i see male/female vocals, nashville, mid-70s and paul major, i’m hooked… big time. you know it’s a good one; and then there’s the dance titles… i’m gonna go ahead and declare that the new chaim 12 is a must have… you know he and guy gerber CANNOT be stopped in the realm of dancefloor filling neo-trance on labels like supplemental facts and my best friend and now a 12 on the always classy bpitch control? massive!!! also look out for the 12s by tetine, style of eye, nerk & dirk leyers, and on and on… don’t snooze.
gracias
anthony
as always, many of the titles are in very limited quantity, so if you're interested in anything listed below, feel free to call or email me, I will gladly hold items for up to a week.
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ROCK, POP AND PSYCHEDELIC
KUUPUU- UNILINTU LP (dekorder, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Unilintu is the second of two vinyl-only LPs on the Dekorder label compiling the best material from Kuupuus first four CD-R and cassette releases, this time presenting a slightly darker and even more coherent sonic vision compared to last years gorgeous Yökehrä lp.
UTON- ALITAJA YLIMINA LP (dekorder, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Alitaju Ylimina is the first vinyl album by Finlands Uton released in a strictly limited edition of 500 copies in a marvellous fold-out sleeve with a full-colour drawing by Uton himself on the outer sleeve and some fierce black&white illustrations by dutch artist Christelle Gualdi inside. Uton is the one-man project of Jani Hirvonen originally hailing from Tampere and currently travelling and recording in India. Hirvonen is one of the most active musicians of the Finnish underground scene that has recently presented us the likes of Kuupuu, Kemialliset Ystävät, Islaja, Paavoharju and Lau Nau and a seemingly never-ending stream of beautiful and highly original record releases. The music of Uton is no exception there, drawing inspirations from psychedelia to free jazz to pure ecstatic drones and noises using a wide range of acoustic instruments from various parts of the globe and a bulk of electronics. Recorded in glorious lo-fi the mystery of Hirvonens sound is difficult to pinpoint; sheer ravishing beauty, elegancy and variegation is stashed behind a wall of grey, inscrutable haze - gorgeous melodies and voices, reeds and alien sounds gleaming through
the mist from time to time, shimmering like diamonds through layers of dust. Uton has previously released dozens of CDs, CD-Rs and Cassettes on a myriad of labels including Jewelled Antler, Pseudo Arcana, Last Visible Dog, Digitalis and his own Ikuisuus. He has collaborated with
Amon Dude (Avarus), Anla Courtis (Reynols), Antony Milton (Black Boned Angel), Ben Reynolds, Peter Wright, Phil Todd (Ashtray Navigations) and Jan Anderzen (Tomutonttu, Kemialliset Ystävät) among others. The latter collaboration (under the Hevoset moniker) will be released on LP by Dekorder later this year.
SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE- THE SUN AWAKENS LP (drag city, usa)
14.98usd/7.35gbp/9.61eur/1502jpy (approx)
*restocked… Listening to The Sun Awakens back-to-back with its predecessor will provoke a different response. There's a few treats, sure. As a matter of fact, it's all treats to our ears. But it's not all happy beans, just so you know. As a matter of fact, it's the darkest Six Organs of Admittance yet. In addition to titling songs cheerless things like 'Black Wall,' and 'Torn by Wolves,' Ben's brought a bit more electric guitar into the mix to help bring out the darkness. Tim Green is behind the board making sure that everything sounds rock-solid, and the acoustics are brilliant, almost blinding. Side one is a six-song circle where waves of guitars build and beauty is betrayed by madness...in the prettiest possible way. Side two is a trip down the droning 'River of Transfiguration.' The inspiration here is Hermann Nitsch. You might hear Popul Vuh as an influence too, as well as Hapshash and the Coloured Coat. Overall though, Six Organs of Admittance doesn't believe in the critical myth that an artist who flirts with the obscure needs to consolidate their experimental tendencies into more and more listenable music in order to expand the envelope of what pop music can be. He don't believe in a linear aesthetic trajectory either.
SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE- SCHOOL OF THE FLOWER LP (drag city, usa)
14.98usd/7.35gbp/9.61eur/1502jpy (approx)
*restocked… This is the first Six Organs of Admittance record to be recorded in a studio. No computers were harmed (or used) during the making of this record. Free-jazz sensation Chris Corsano contributes drums with the greatest sympathy. It's a fantastic new album, as just a fraction of a listen will reveal. The highly prolific Six Organs of Admittance returns with a sixth or seventh album, School of the Flower.
SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE- DAYS OF BLOOD LP (hash, usa)
22.98usd/11.28gbp/14.74eur/2304jpy (approx)
*Limited "bootleg" reissue of the cdr sold during Six Organs Of Admittance live shows in 2006.recorded Fall, 2005 with Ben Chasny, John Moloney of Sunburned hand of the man, and Keith Wood of Hush Arbors.
WHITE HEAVEN- LEVITATION... PLUS LP (farside, japan)
42.98usd/21.10gbp/27.57eur/4310jpy (approx)
*restocked… All time Japanese noise/psych classic rarity. Limited, numbered edition of 300 copies on 180 gram. Reissued with 1 bonus track. Cult guitarist Michio Kurihara and crew, created this awesome psychedelic cranium damaging noise masterpiece in Tokyo 1988. It was originally released as a 700 only LP release that sold out instantly thereby rendering it instant cult status with a scarcity value that beggars belief. This has to be the most sought after album of its genre and makes Les Rallizes Denudes look positively commonplace and as we all know, they are NOT! With a Quicksilver-Lysergic damaged sound, this band has to be heard, and here you have possibly the last chance to do this.
LULA CORTES E ZE RAMALHO- PAÊBIRÚ 2LP (mr. bongo, uk)
37.98usd/18.64gbp/24.36eur/3808jpy (approx)
*Paêbirú is an obscure Brazilian psych concept album about the four elements (earth, air, fire, water) that was lost to time in a warehouse fire in 1974, causing it to become a massively sought-after lost classic, fetching up to $1500 for vinyl copies. This recording of the collaboration between Brazilian artists Lula Côrtes and Zé Ramalho is a wonderfully off-kilter record, full of fantastic hooky and strange tunes that range all over the place, from full-on freakouts to quiet pastoral. The entire range of 1970s hippie Brazilian musician culture is displayed in this record. It's experimental, but it's relentlessly driven towards fun. If you like good music, you will like this legendary album untouched by time. Côrtes, who composes and plays on many of the tracks, seemingly appears only when talking about obscure Brazilian psych reissues, Ramalho, on the other hand, has built a solid career as a Brazilian pop singer and takes on most vocal duties. It's a very atmospheric blend, sung and chanted vocals are no more or less important than any of the other elements, which include classical acoustic and fuzzy electric guitar, piano, organ, flute, sax and a range of percussion. It's free and psychedelic, but just reigned in enough to keep it tense and exciting. The closest comparison might be to combine Amon Düül with Sunburned Hand of the Man and perhaps Double Leopards, if they lived on a commune together in Brazil and recorded while indulging in mass quantities of narcotics. In Brazil from the late 1960s onward, Caetano Veloso, Jorge Ben, Tom Zé, and many others blended elements of psychedelic rock, jazz, indigenous folk, with more 'classic' urban styles (bossa nova, samba, etc.) and instrumentation. As much a political identity movement as a cultural, Tropicalia artists as a whole were interested in using artistic expression as removing barriers and as a means of enabling other societal freedoms. Simultaneously, but across the Atlantic, European mystical trance rock of the time, beginning with outfits like Parson Sound and Amon Düül, and continued by Träd Gräs och Stenar and Algarnas Tradgard.
KAWAGUCHI MASAMI'S NEW ROCK SYNDICATE- CAT VS. FROG LP
(palindrone, new zealand)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Kawaguchi Masami is a Japanese guitar monster who has done time in Miminokoto, LSD March, and Broomdusters, and played with Keiji Haino for a time. This, his new band, also features bassist Akira Kikuchi and drummer Nao Shibata (Hijokaidan, Doodles). A track by New Rock Syndicate featured on the recent PSF compilation Tokyo Flashback Vol. 6. The new album is called Cat vs. Frog and clocks in at around 40 mins. It's exceptional wailing, burning garage psych-rock grounded in Kawaguchi's trademark heart-breakingly melancholic emotional intensity, instantly hummable, head-nodding toe-tapping riffs and melodies and unavoidably air guitaring white light, white heat guitar solos. Cat vs. Frog is pressed on white vinyl, in an edition of 500.
THE STARS- PERFECT PLACE TO HIDEAWAY LP (pedal, japan)
37.98usd/18.64gbp/24.36eur/3808jpy (approx)
*restocked… This is the long anticipated followup to their first album , will, which was chosen by British magazine the wire as one of the best albums of 2004. Perfect Place to Hideway has sensual grooves not heard on their earlier work, cold, icy riffs, and an overwhelming tone of nihilism in the vocals, all masterfully put together to create a multi-dimensional, grand listening experience. From opener Subway, with Michio Kuriharas guitar lines weaving through eternal, repetitive grooves and Ishiharas controlled, unique vocals, this album ushers in a new era for the band. From the slashing guitar riffs to the impenetrable grooves laid out by the rhthym section, from the anarchic, bold arrangements to the dark lyricism, the unique album creates an overwhelming, cosmic listening experience.
JADE STONE & LUV- MOSAICS: PIECES OF STONE LP (subliminal sounds, sweden)
34.98usd/17.17gbp/22.44eur/3507jpy (approx)
*lp version, Gatefold LP sleeve + printed inner sleeve. The sole album from male-female duo Jade Stone & Luv is a lost gem from the heart of the psychedelic 1970s. Composed and self-produced in Nashville in 1977, Mosaics: Pieces of Stone went unnoticed by the music industry upon release. Fortunately, it didn't disappear forever, but simply went into retreat, biding its time. While almost unknown outside specialist circles, Mosaics has been an underground cult favorite for many years. The combination of top-level songwriting, skillful guitar/keyboard arrangements and soaring vocals is just too impressive to ignore. And beyond these obvious qualities, the album has something subtle and unique, a magnetic power that keeps drawing the listener back. One of Jade Stone & Luv's earliest advocates was the legendary New York City musicologist, Paul Major. Here's a typical Major impression of the music on Mosaics: "Groovy love vibes thru a prism of jade statues in swinging singles apartment complex action ... Cadillac with fuzzy dice, feather boa, lotsa cigarette burns, stale perfumed ashen air. This album in the 8-track player at 5 AM with someone you don't even know passed out in the backseat, as you head to the diner to meet up with an early-bird Lava Lite salesman who deals pills on the side. Bubbly champagne molecules become the plastic vinyl booths in dim-lit dive bars; it's crackerbox post-war suburban low-rent psychedelic..." After 30 years, this rare experience is finally available for general consumption. Exact reissue, including a bonus track, in a limited edition of 500 copies.
PETER GRUDZIEN- THE UNICORN/THE GARDEN OF LOVE 2LP
(subliminal sounds, sweden)
37.98usd/18.64gbp/24.36eur/3808jpy (approx)
*restocked… First time exact vinyl reissue of this rare, legendary and highly praised urban hillbilly one-man-band "outsider artist" LP from 1974. The "first psychedelic country concept" album featuring bluegrass mountain music Americana from the twilight zone mixed with tape effects, musique concrète, fuzz guitar, surreal lyrics, imagery and themes from religion, death, sex and other timely concerns. Also included is a bonus LP record, The Garden of Love, with some truly amazing and haunting unreleased material spanning the 1950s-1970s. The Garden of Love LP includes, amongst others, a song about wandering around in the desert eating peyote. All the music has been carefully transferred from the master tapes and is a facsimile of the original album (previous CD-only reissues contained altered mixings). Read more about Peter Grudzien in the Incredibly Strange Music and Songs in the Key of Z books. This release features a gatefold sleeve with the original The Unicorn artwork plus loads of photos and liner notes. Limited edition of 500 copies only.
S.T. MIKAEL- MIND OF FIRE LP (subliminal sounds, sweden)
36.98usd/18.15gbp/23.72eur/3708jpy (approx)
*restocked… First time exact vinyl reissue of this rare, legendary and highly praised urban hillbilly one-man-band "outsider artist" LP from 1974. The "first psychedelic country concept" album featuring bluegrass mountain music Americana from the twilight zone mixed with tape effects, musique concrète, fuzz guitar, surreal lyrics, imagery and themes from religion, death, sex and other timely concerns. Also included is a bonus LP record, The Garden of Love, with some truly amazing and haunting unreleased material spanning the 1950s-1970s. The Garden of Love LP includes, amongst others, a song about wandering around in the desert eating peyote. All the music has been carefully transferred from the master tapes and is a facsimile of the original album (previous CD-only reissues contained altered mixings). Read more about Peter Grudzien in the Incredibly Strange Music and Songs in the Key of Z books. This release features a gatefold sleeve with the original The Unicorn artwork plus loads of photos and liner notes. Limited edition of 500 copies only.
BABY GRANDMOTHERS- BABY GRANDMOTHERS 2LP (subliminal sounds, sweden)
32.98usd/16.19gbp/21.15eur/3307jpy (approx)
*restocked… Limited 2LP vinyl version of 500 copies, following the previously-released CD. Baby Grandmothers were a short-lived Swedish band, but one of the most prolific and unique psychedelic, modal, experimental power trios to emerge out of the Scandinavian psychedelic underground scene in 1967. Although hailing from Stockholm, Sweden they only released a single in Finland, which has since become one of the most sought-after pieces of vinyl from the era. Formed out of the legendary R&B/beat band T-Boones which included guitar-wiz Kenny Håkansson, who ushered the group into the psychedelic sounds of the time. Not only were they the house band at the legendary psychedelic club, Filips, they also supported Jimi Hendrix on his Swedish tour in 1968 and then turned into Mecki Mark Men, who became the first Swedish rock band to tour the U.S. This unique collection includes live recordings made at Filips, their impossibly rare single and a rare live recording made in Finland. Painstakingly collected and researched by Dungen's guitarist, Reine Fiske.
OCS- 3 LP (yik yak, usa)
15.98usd/7.84gbp/10.25eur/1602jpy (approx)
*John Dwyer (Coachwhips) and Patrick Mullins (Burmese) mellow out and offer up a platter full of finger-picked guitars, minimalist drumming, homemade electronics, musical saw, and Dwyers sweet, high-pitched singing. For fans of Charlie Tweddle, Souled American, and people who wish Spacemen 3 wouldve made a country album. Limited edition pressing of 500 white vinyl with handscreened covers.
PUNK AND POST-PUNK
V/A- INSTANT POP CLASSICS VOL. 2 LP (happy lux pop, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Collection of "Punks best witness," "forgotten singles" that defined the fervor of the late Seventies and early Eighties. You’ll even find familiar names in case you require them. Everything and More by Dolly Mixture was produces by Captain Sensible, the Cult Figures are of
course the Swell Maps, Essential Logic featured an X-Ray Spex member (Lora Logic). Quintessentially rare bursts of inspiration from when the boring polyester lifestyles and perms flew out the window and the door opened for fanzine making and bedroom labels, sometimes with only one or two releases- and here they are." -Nana Gold. Includes tracks by Blitzkrieg Bop, Ludus, Agony Column, Legs Akimbo & the Titanics, Krypton Tunes, Essential Logic, The Fakes, Desperate Bicycles, 48 Chairs, Static Routines, Disturbed, Moondogs, Versatile Newts, Dolly
Mixture, They Might Be Russians, and Weekend. One of the first comps of late 70s/early 80s DIY/art punk singles. Mid 90s release restocked. Limited to 300 copies, fullcolor cover, insert.
ALU- UNGESUNDE TRAUMBILDER LP (was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*alu from Berlin featuring the recordings from their 1983 cassette-only release from their very own der letzte schrei-label. Six hard-beat sequencer minimal songs to lose completely your control. This is from the period of the band when they had Nadja Moldt on vocals. So get ready for some hardcore basics. Remastered and with full colour sleeve.
DIE EGOZENTRISCHEN 2- DER AUFSTAND DER CHEMIKER LP
(was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*As if the release of the “Tetchy Teenage Tapes of Felix Kubin” (version Pop on Skipp, version Nerv on A-Musik in 2003) was not enough, another label from South Germany urged us to plunder our archive and come up with 14 unreleased tracks of Felix Kubin`s Teenager electro nerve-grinding band “Die Egozentrischen 2”. All the songs were written and produced on 4-track between 1982 and 1985 by Felix Kubin and Stefan Grund. The record title is “Der Aufstand der Chemiker” (Riot of the chemists) which is also the fastes synthie punk track of that time. I guess. Edition of 300 in slikscreened jackets.
PSUEDO CODE- LIGHT 10" (was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*five tracks on a lovely 10" piece of Vinyl. Brilliant Minimal-Synth Power from Belgium. All recorded in 1980/1981 featuring Alain Neffe from bene gesserit. 2 completely unreleased tracks as well as some rare 2 tracks from early Cassette-Compilations and the final song has been taken from their LP "Europa".
V2 SCHNEIDER- DOCUMENT LP (was soll das? platten, germany)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*second Longplayer from Rosenheim, featuring the 2 tracks of the WILDE GIER 7" and some other brilliant tunes. Edition of 250.
AVANT GARDE AND NOISE
EMERALDS/QUINTANA ROO- BUBBLE QUIET COMPLICATION/BEHEADED DYNASTY LP (arbor, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Blessed waves of beautiful sounds build and decay into perfect pieces of music. From opposing locations and opposing approaches to drone, Ohios Emeralds and LAs Quintana Roo juxtapose themselves with skillful perfection. Emeralds epic synth composition "Bubble Quiet Complication" marks the acts first vinyl appearance, and possibly heaviest work to date. A tribute to the sine waves of 70s, this massive grower oscillates and progresses completely discretely; impossible to follow and completely transcendental. Bass heavy subsonic patterns work their way underneath the beauty, completely proving and reinforcing this bands recent acclaim. Quintana Roo (comprised of members of Robedoor, Pocahaunted, and Changeling et al.) take a more natural/native approach to their craft. A massive horn blasts marks a call to arms on "Beheaded Dynasty". Twinkling chimes and electric textures help paint a natural base. Hand drums start the
onward march to oblivion, met along the way by a blessed to infinity bass line building to an organic overload. In a numbered edition of 450 emerald green LPs with printed labels and proprinted cardboard jackets with an insert all from the psyched psyche of Devon Varmega.
EMERALDS/TUSCO TERROR- VAPORIZER/FERAL COUSINS LP (ecstatic peace, usa)
14.98usd/7.35gbp/9.61eur/1502jpy (approx)
*restocked… Emeralds is Mark McGuire, John Elliott & Steve Hauschildt. They are currently based in and around Cleveland, Ohio. Direct descendants of the history of adventurous punk, post-punk, whatever music spilling out of Ohio the last 35 years or so from Pere Ubu, Devo, Rocket From The Tombs, The Raspberries, The Cramps, Dead Boys, Great Plains, Fuzzhead, et al. Emeralds is the sound of exploration of space/time conundrums utilizing vintage synthesizer beauty and guitar experimentation. Unfolding sweet-leaf shifts and gorgeous curves of kosmiche abandon are played with devotion and desire. With a palpitating discography of cassettes, CD-Rs, etc., both self-released and on righteous labels (Hanson, Gods Of Tundra, American Tapes, Chondritic Sound) Emeralds have already distinguished themselves as new yet timeless, young yet ageless. Tusco Terror was introduced to us by fellow Ohioan (at that time) Leslie Keffer, (whose Feels Like Frenching LP was released on the label) as her favorite band in Ohio. She sent us some cassette releases and we were immediately blitzed. The sound of reckless confrontation, living room shambles, chaotic slipstreams and glorious friendship noise crackled from one brain stem to another. Tusco Terror resides in Akron, OH when they're not wheeling around the country setting up in any bewildered basement scene or delirious donut shop across the USA to wig out anyone fortunate enuff to be 'there.'
PRURIENT/AKITSA- SPLIT LP (blasphemous underground, france)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*long awaited split release going on almost 3 years. AKITSA is masterful, desperate, and relentless raw mid-paced canadian black metal in the vein of early burzum, ildjarn, and perhaps a slower bone awl. atmospheric yet shredded minimal and monolithic guitar and drum mantras
with inhumane, spiritual vocal abandon. complete with bombed out morbid organ and noise intro wrought with anxious anticipation of the primitive natural vortex that follows. PRURIENT presents a massively decayed, fetid sound collage titled fossil recorded live on the radio with 3 man line up of kris lapke and jvibg of viodre, a day after the recording of the fossil full length. patient, miserable, synth wails and howls under churning field recordings, tapes, electronic distortion and the inevitable vocal fallout. roughly 30 min from each band creating a long and drizzly haze for isolated depressives. Limited euro pressing of the Hospital CD, in killer gatefold sleeve.
AFTER THE SNOW- FRACTURE LP (enfant terrible, netherlands)
26.98usd/13.24gbp/17.31eur/2705jpy (approx)
*On his debut LP After The Snow (this artist was already present on Enfant04: Electronic Renaissance) presents to the world his visions and feelings translated into dark, ritualistic and invocative minimal electronics. In his sound you will discover that After The Snow works
within the old industrial and new wave tradition. And, his sound will remind you of early minimal electronic acts. Still he has a very unique and original sound of his own, made for the world of today... LP limited to 310 copies.
MISCARRIAGE- MISCARRIAGE LP
(gods of tundra/american tapes/hanson/chondritic sound, usa)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*THIS ONE-SIDER JUST REPRESSED...AVAILABLE AGAIN....ORIGINALLY A 4-LABEL SPLIT edition of 200 copies...now 400 more copies have been pressed...100 more for each label!! Grab it BEFORE IT HAS TO BE REPRESSED AGAIN!!!!The band that shouldnt have happened.. and kind of didnt. Olson/Dilloway/Connelly/Holger. co-released in a SECOND edition of 400 by HANSON/GODS OF TUNDRA/AMERICAN TAPES/CHONDRITIC SOUND.
CONSUMER ELECTRONICS- NOBODY'S UGLY LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Consumer Electronics is the work of Mr. Philip Best (Whitehouse,Male Rape Group, Ramleh just to name a few!) Pioneer of power electronics and noise who's been at it since the early 80's in his early teenage years while we were all still sucking on our mother's breast and crying like retards. First full length Vinyl release for C.E. since 1993. Produced by Mr. William Bennett. Two side long tracks of beautiful evil noise and heavy layers of drone with the sonic power of recent Whitehouse releases and the classic Consumer Electronics tense and obsessive vibe. Comes in heavy delux screened covers.Limited to 500 copies.
DEATHROES- FINAL EXPENSE LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*deathroes is gerritt and sixes. Total Auditory destruction by these west coast veterans debut collaboration LP. Dark psychedelic drone, walls of sounds, electronic impossibility. Tectonic plates shift and rain of lava annihilates ones own soul along with everyone else’s. Enligthment and new death-born feelings combined with hallucinations so sharp and vivid that they lead to the disintegration of all senses. Salvation, elation, Truth?-no, only the final expense! Split Release with Misanthropic Agenda. Limited to 500 copies.
CARLOS GIFFONI- I AM REAL LP (no fun productions, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*Carlos Giffoni. Something breaks. but not completely, it reshapes itself into giant bacteria, it has the ability of creating infinite heat and starts melting your record player. it becomes liquid but the speakers still work so you can hear perfectly every milisecond of the melting process. finallly it becomes a cannon and shuts the sun down. planets loose their orbit. earth becomes a giant mass crashing trough space. everything dies. you try to wake up but It is real.Limited to 300.
HIVE MIND- CAST THROUGH SHALLOW EARTH LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Synth music for the exploration of desolated lands, slow and detailed side long movements of pure tonal sound. After millions of years when everything has withered away and nothing survives what will remain in this earth? Minerals, boiling lava, smoke, and corrosion in a shallow earth.Limited to 400 copies.
MOUTHUS- MOUTHUS 2LP (no fun productions, usa)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Industrial Psych Rock from Broolyn troglodites of heavyness. Twice the volume, twice the destruction, twice the machinery, twice the head ache of psychedelic industrial joy! Play it at whatever speed you want. Limited to 350 copies.
JIM O'ROURKE- 6 OSCILLATORS 87/GUITAR 88 LP (no fun productions, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*A lost piece in time from 1987 and a lost piece in time from 1988. 6 oscillators announces destruction and the future thats today, as giganntic synthetic sound bounces your brain to to total meltdown, only dust remains. Guitar rebuilds you and prepares you to face the reality of life. thet time for battle is now. unreleased until today, limited to 500 no fun style artwork. Jim rules.
PITA- A BAS LA CULTURE MARCHANDE LP (no fun productions, usa)
18.98usd/9.32gbp/12.17eur/1903jpy (approx)
*Pulsating inhuman sounds, minimal drone work, silence? harsh layered electronics and total death. Explorations into the infra-worlds with a few tool boxes and a fucking gigantic drill of destruction manned by a single man, Mr. Peter Rehberg-A sick man and 20th/21st century Pioneer of evil electronic music with all the secret formulas to create artificial breakdowns of space and time. Hail primal electronic darkness. First vinyl from Pita in several years. Limited to 300.
SMEGMA/CARLOS GIFFONI/METALUX- UNTITLED LP (no fun productions/lafms, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*Studio Collaboration Recorded and mixed by DR. ID. himself at Smegma's Portland studio during Metalux/Giffoni summer tour. Total weirdness full on psychedelic improvisation in the classic Smegma style, amplified by Giffoni's arsenal of unmatched apocalyptic precission machinery and Metalux's own arsenal of strangeness electronic sound and vocals from the next dimension. Already a total American classic before it even existed. Enjoy the Present. The Eternal Sound is now and forever.Coreleased between the Legendary LAFMS(Los Angeles Free Music Society) label, and No Fun Productions. Limited to 500.
JOHN WIESE- TUMBLER LP (no fun productions, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*Total Head Crush Destruction from Mr Wiese (also of Sissy Spacek and LHD, works with Sunn 0)), etc,etc), if your head was made out of a boulder the sounds here enclosed are still designed to leave behind nothing but blood stain dust. Side A is the eternal acid rain that we all fear slowly melting your skin away and reminding of your insignificant humanity, Side B is a metallic behemoth continously punching you from all directions leaving you with just enough unbroken bones so that you can breath. Another No Fun Classic. Limited to 300.
NO NECK BLUES BAND AND EMBRYO- EMBRYONNCK LP (sound@one/staubgold, usa)
19.98usd/9.81gbp/12.82eur/2003jpy (approx)
*New York mavericks No Neck Blues Band and Munich-based Krautrock band Embryo explore the indigenous urban music phenomenon on this, their debut collaborative release. The No Neck Blues Band are one of the most enigmatic, mysterious, and defiantly anti-commercial groups to
emerge from the New York loft scene during the °Æ90s. The collective was formed in 1992 around a core of multi-instrumentalists who have stubbornly and admirably insisted on individual anonymity. Incorporating elements of folk, drone, psychedelia, free jazz, noise, and just about everything else, NNCK have nevertheless carved out a distinctive sound from complementary
and disparate component elements. One of the most original and innovative Krautrock bands, Embryo fused traditional ethnic music with their own jazzy space rock style. Over their 30-year existence, during which Christian Burchard has been the only consistent member, the group has traveled the world, playing with hundreds of different musicians and releasing over twenty records. Melding their wildly diverse forays into experimental, blues, Middle Eastern, Turkish and African music, these two groups have since become brothers in unparalleled improvisatory spirit,
and EmbryoNNCK is the fruit of that merge. To quote Christian Burchard, °∞The NNCK players were flying... Little melodies we never had heard, different moods, rhythmic interplays, and in between the musicmaking it was like we had been together all the time.°± This should be one of the most transcendent releases of the year. Heavy jacket including a full color poster and inserts.
NO NECK BLUES BAND- AFTYPICLIPSE LP (sound@one, usa)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*This is the bomb NNCK dropped on ATP, December 2006. Entirely new sequence and improved mastering and fidelity from the CDR version.
BILLY BAO- FUCK SEPARATION 10” (s-s, usa)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Dont tell the INS, but Billy Bao is here. These internationalists destroy all boarders with the grinding bludgeon of pummeling sound. Two lonnnnnnggggg songs churn relentless riffs into wretched pounding and go back. Sub-metal, dirt dirge primitivism that attacks the shit nation
state. For one from Billy Baos last one check out “Bilbos Incinerator” Embrace the degeneration of rock & roll! Fans of Brainbombs, Stickmen with Rayguns, Pissed Jeans, Drunk with Guns, etc. take note. White vinyl. Screened sleeves.
ASTRAL SOCIAL CLUB- MODEL TOWN IN A FIELD OF MUD LP (textile, france)
22.98usd/11.28gbp/14.74eur/2304jpy (approx)
*Model Town in a field of Mud is the result of a collaboration between Neil Cambell and John Clyde Evans. This album was recorded largely thru the post during Johns year long stay in India. (although the very last few minutes are the duo live in Sheffield right after he returned). This album is a 50/50 collaboration, hopefully the first of many! John Clyde Evans has a lenghty career, even if he did "disappear" for a few years. John was in the band Hood (Domino Recordings) then cut a couple of great solo records, then disapeared, reappearing using his Sikh name of Tirath Singh Nirmala, cutting an LP with Richard Yuongs, then reverting his original name and droping the magnificent " Apetal Thunderfall" CD on us earlier this year!! Neil Campbell is a cornerstone of the UK underground and played in Vibracathedral Orchestra, Sunroof, A Band, with Richard Youngs, Damo Susuki and many many other artists. Despite some esoteric path, Model Town in a field of mud reconfirm John and Neil intentions to blast techno into the Stratosphere.
DUBSTEP AND GRIME
LIKHAN- TERRE/UNWILL 12” (7even, france)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*the last couple of weeks have been an absolute treasure trove of low-end goodness for the more progressive bass-heads among you. Enter Likhan, a French operator who we know close to nothing about but who's pushing all the right buttons as far as we're concerned, here punching in two stripped bass killers that will absolutely crush dub reductionists amongst you with its impeccable production and unfussy arrangements. Admittedly we think this material sounds much much better slowed down to 33, but nonetheless Likhan has bought himself entry to that exclusive club inhabited by the likes of A Made Up Sound, Peverelist, Appleblim, T++ and the like, pushing boundaries and keeping the development and enrichment of style and function at the forefront of masterly sonic objectives.
FUSED FORCES- THE FUSED FORCE 12” (fused forces, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Four heavy cuts from some of Essex's finest.
WARRIOR QUEEN AND THE HEATWAVE- THINGS CHANGE 12” (soul jazz, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*New killer dancehall bomb from Warrior Queen on Soul Jazz Records! Warrior Queen is one of the most in-demand vocalists on the dubstep, dancehall and grime scenes at present. She has released records with Skream, The Bug, Kode9, DJ Zinc and many more (on labels such as Rephlex, Soul Jazz, Hyperdub, Tempa, Casual and more). Warrior Queen began her career in Jamaica, MCing on her uncles soundsystem in Kingston and quickly elevating to releasing dancehall tracks on the Penthouse label. Since first releasing records in the UK she has worked with some of the finest underground producers in the country. Her previous release on Soul Jazz Records was as Ladybug (with Kevin Martin, aka The Bug) with 'Them A Bomb We,' about the 7th of July Tube bombings. This new track 'Things Change' is about the politics of life between Jamaica and the UK. Heatwave's original productions and re-mixes have previously been released on their own Scandal Bag, Punchline and Heatwave labels including their infamous DJ-friendly dancehall versions of Kelis's 'Trick Me' and Lily Allen's 'LDN.' Warrior Queen's 'Thing Change' is taken from the forthcoming An England Story, a history of UK MC culture featuring an incredible array of dancehall/hip-gop/grime MCs over the last 25 years with artists such as Roots Manuva, General Levy, Estelle, London Posse, Stush, Tippa Irie, Warrior Queen and many, many more.
BIOME- STATE OF EMERGENCY/AGITATED 12” (subsonik, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Debut dubstep business from Manchester's Biome on subsonik records. Flying the Manc steppers flag high, Biome work all their presets into a murky pit of bass drops and caustic lead riffs on 'State of Emergency,' drawing stylistic influence from fellow Manc heads Omen and Mark One, with hung halfsteppers beats and comically gloomy atmospheres. 'Agitated' on the flip, bear-hugs the standard dubstep template with another dank and skanky riddim primed for big dubstep floors. --Boomkat
BENGA- DIARY OF AN AFRO WARRIOR 3LP (tempa, uk)
25.98usd/12.75gbp/16.66eur/2605jpy (approx)
*Diary Of An Afro Warrior is one of the most highly anticipated albums of the year. If Burial's Untrue dominated 2007's end of year critics charts then it's odds on Diary Of An Afro Warrior will do the same in 2008. Dubstep's trickle into the mainstream has been steady; Skream and Burial alike have nudged the door open. Benga is undoubtedly the force to smash it through and take dubstep to another level. Much more than just a straight dubstep album, the tracks on Diary... have been favorably compared to such names as Carl Craig, Underground Resistance, Reprazent and Massive Attack.
COKI- TORTURED/SHATTERED 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Two of the biggest dubs from one of the biggest producers in the scene finally hit the streets on Tempa. Coki's work as one half of Digital Mystikz has seen the duo rise to be one of the most influential forces in dubstep. His trademark twisted basslines are in full effect here, with the dubplate anthem 'Tortured' smashing up raves from DMZ & FWD in the UK to Dub War in New York. The distinctive minimal intro of 'Shattered' forces the listener to wait for the inevitable bass drop -- and what a drop it is.
D1- TRIAL RUN 2X12” (tempa, uk)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*restocked… D1 touches down once again on Tempa with a scorching EP of futuristic beats. With his rhythms getting battered down at FWD>> & DMZ, & his unique deep musical style pricking up ears all over the globe, the time is right to unleash this varied package. With 'Trial Run' & 'Greazy' both mainstays of Youngsta's groundbreaking sets, this EP also finds space for the break-infused halfstep of 'Foundation,' the dark energy of 'Malfunction' & the soulful Rhodes & vocals of Skream favorite 'Mind & Soul.' 'Quantum Jazz' rounds things off with a journey into Carl Craig style jazz techno futurism.
D1- MISSIN'/COCAINE/FIRIN' BLANKS 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Talented young London producer D1 comes with his second release on the legendary Tempa label. 'Missin'' has been a mainstay of influential dubstep DJ Youngsta sets for some time now, with distinctive rave stabs and the deepest sub bass around. Kode 9 featured 'Cocaine' on his futuristic Dubstep Allstars Volume 3 mix, whilst 'Firin' Blanks' showcases D1's unique string-laden orchestral style. A truly cutting-edge package from one of the leading labels in dubstep.
D1- DEGREES 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Moving over from Soulja for his first release on Tempa, D1 delivers a production sound that seems more mature than his years. His trademark soundtrack/dubstep fusion has been getting both 'Degrees,' and flipside 'Identity,' some heavy dancefloor rotation. DJ support has been coming from Youngsta.
HEADHUNTER- FUTUREBOUND 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… rising bristol star drops his first 12" for tempa. As a member of Bristol's notorious h.e.n.c.h. crew he has been repping the dubstep sound hard in the South West. After blistering sets at FWD>> in London & the h.e.n.c.h club night & Pinch's Subloaded rave in Bristol, this release cements his reputation as a major new talent in dubstep. All three tracks have been mainstays of pioneering dubstep DJ Youngsta's sets on dubplate, and have received plays from Plastician (BBC Radio One) and by Ntype on Rinse.
SKREAM- SKREAM! 3LP (tempa, uk)
19.98usd/9.81gbp/12.82eur/2003jpy (approx)
*restocked… The highly anticipated debut album from Skream: Croydon's musical wonderkid. At 15 he discovered making music. Five years later he's helped to change the course of UK urban music, having helped build the foundations of dubstep, the UK's most talked about new musical genre. Skream's clipped, techy minimal style has quickly become his trademark. Long before grime existed, it reflected dark murky streets and sinister nights, the sound of decaying London and its frustrated communities, stuck out in satellite towns and sink estates with nothing but a PC and freely available software to channel their frustration into. Stuck in front of a PC for days on end, that's exactly what Skream did. His signature tune, the scene's anthem 'Midnight Request Line' -- on Tempa records -- is an explosion of electro arpeggios and dub sub-bass. It's a tune you can sing along to: Skream has it as his own ringtone. From the opening haunting strings of 'Tortured Soul' which calls to mind the work of Phillip Glass or Aphex Twin, to the mysterious shimmering 'Midnight Request Line,' to the more optimistic chords and guitar of 'Dutch Flowerz,' to the heavy vocal cuts featuring Warrior Queen and JME ('Check-It' and 'Tapped' respectively) and heavy digi-sounds of 'Auto-Dub,' it's clear that this is a sonic visionary at work.
SKREAM- TAPPED/DUTCH FLOWERS 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… 'Tapped' has been blowing minds at raves for some time now, its arpeggiated electro riffs bouncing against the bassline and tuff percussion. Vocalled on 'Skream!' by JME (Roll Deep/Boy Better Know), the hottest MC in grime, 'Tapped' has 'anthem' written all over it. 'Dutch Flowerz' has a summery skank to it with reggae horns & a deep dubby feel & has been getting rewinds at FWD>>, DMZ, Dubloaded & Transmission.
SKREAM- LOEFAH REMIXES 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… Third Skream 12" on Tempa. In a deadly explosion of sub bass, Tempa let off two Loefah bombs. Loefah's remix of 'I' slams into a deadly sub in a nu-school Loefah style, all condensed darkness and inferred space. His remix of 'Monsoon' was built two years ago when he was first incubating his halfstep ideas, and it takes a full two anticipation-building minutes to drop.
SKREAM- MIDNIGHT REQUEST LINE 12” (tempa, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… The shot-heard-round-the-world banger that was killing the game for a hot minute even before it hit 12". This one might just go down in the history books as the one that cracked the whole game wide open, international style -- it's been talked about in Vice, De:Bug, and on just about every music blog you can think of. Possibly the final link in the chain connecting grime and dubstep, as evidenced by the likewise talked-about freestyles Dizzee dropped over the A-side on RinseFM. About as good a starting point for dubstep as the interested but uninitiated could hope for, total future classic now. --Rob Buschgans
SKREAM- SKREAMIZM VOL.1 2X12” (tempa, uk)
15.98usd/7.84gbp/10.25eur/1602jpy (approx)
*restocked… Following the massive success of Request Line, Skream is officially on fire right now! To celebrate, Tempa are releasing this extensive 6 track doublepack. 'Smiley Face' is dubwise vocal dubstep, and 'Untitled' (as featured on Youngsta's Dubstep Allstars Vol. 2 mix CD) is all electro melodies and intricate woodblocks. 'Lightening' rinses the Amen break, while 'Rottan' is a must-have tune with an irresistible skanked-out riff.
SKREAM- SKREAMIZM VOL.2 2X12” (tempa, uk)
15.98usd/7.84gbp/10.25eur/1602jpy (approx)
*restocked… No man can keep Skream down right now as he unleashes a slew of new dubs for the dancefloor. The latest installment in the Skreamizm series sees the long awaited release of anthem after anthem. Tempa are proud to announce that Skream is also currently working on his much anticipated debut album due for release later this year. For sneak previews check him on Rinse FM's Stella Sessions, launched recently with the immortal line: 'Welcome planet Earth to the Skream show'.
V/A- TEMPA ALLSTARS VOL. 2 2X12” (tempa, uk)
17.98usd/8.83gbp/11.53eur/1803jpy (approx)
*restocked… Very welcome reissue of this Tempa double pack, originally released at a critical evolutionary point, December '04. The track listing tells you as much, with pioneering heads Geeneus and El-B on the A/B, preceding now-rulers Kode9, Digital Mystikz, D1 and Loefah, who fill the remaining sides. All the tracks are heaters, especially D1's infamous 'Crack Bong' (later remixed by Loefah and smashed on Dubstep Allstars Vol. 2), the Mystikz' 'Give Jah Glory' and Loefah's early monster 'Truly Dread,' a clear sign of things to come for the man. The tracks literally get darker with every side, and listening with hindsight you can arguably hear dubstep turn a corner and come fully into its own right here. An essential document and now-classic release, back on the table. -- Rob Buschgans
WONDER- WHAT: CASPA REMIX 12” (wonderland, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Classic Wonder tracked remastered & reissued, including brand new killer Caspa remix on the back of his amazing rework of Matty G on Argon.
HOUSE, TECHNO AND DISCO
CHAIM- MOON 12” (bpitch control, germany)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Chaim from Tel Aviv presents a debut that possesses more than one surprise. "Moon" displays a free groove with the help of some dignified effects, making you want to throw your hands in the air. "Wednesday June" is a bit more minimal, with groove that structures itself into a bubbling bass line, dissolved by one of these typically Chaim-melodies, which anchor themselves deeply into the head -- only for catching dreams under the light of the moon, on a Wednesday in June.
MINILOGUE- JAMAICA 12” (cocoon, germany)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*The two Swedes Sebastian Mullaert and Marcus Henriksson are already a well-known name in the psy-trance scene as Son Kite. As Minilogue, they now conquer the minimal and house world. With their rather unique sound, they manage the tightrope walk between minimal and trance and never allow us to put them into a drawer. Jamaica features two calm tunes where organic matter and groovy sounds are worked into a detailed minimal labyrinth. Say YES to techno made in Sweden.
PINEAPPLES- COME ON CLOSER 12” (flexx, belgium)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… A re-issue of one of most in-demand Italo-disco records. Produced by Roberto Ferrante in '83 at the tender age of 18, 'Come On Closer' is a true party disco gem conceived with the minimal setup of a drum machine and a Korg synth and with the deep manly vocals of Douglas Roop. This used to be (and actually still is) a big track in the late '80s Chicago house scene, frequently played by the Hotmix 5 crew and charted in Mickey Oliver's all time top 10. Pure party Italo-disco like no other!
BOBBY DAVENPORT- TIME HAS COME TODAY 12” (flexx, belgium)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*restocked… The 6th release brings back a forgotten dance classic from 1983 by Bobby Davenport. A cheeky cover of the Chambers Brothers' 'Time Has Come Today,' produced by Randy Sills and Peter Hirsh. This is pure electronic disco with very tight drums, an arpeggiated (almost acidic) bassline and some vocoder vocal action. The absolutely insane synth line will make you scream and maybe even pop your speakers with its 8-bit rawness and ultra-catchy melody. This track is just all over the place, what were they thinking? We have no idea, but it works the floor like nothing else.
BILLY DALESSANDRO- SOULCHASER 12” (harthouse, germany)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*After having published more than 20 EPs and two full length albums Billy Dalessandro arrived at the first league of worldwide respected producers. His third album Into The Atom can be seen as a milestone of the Chicago-based musician's history. He publishes a mixture of Chicago style funk and deep minimal electronic style. Here are 3 gems born out of his virtuosity you can't miss. A1: 'Soulchaser' Undercover Mix -- Highly addictive and percussive slightly forward oriented track with great spheres. 'Great' has to be written with triple 'e' because it is used a dramatic element which pokes out of the deep and tricky basement. Playful effects and intelligent beat programming sum up to a really special atmosphere -- somewhere between -- but precise as hell!
ANTONELLI- SOULKILLER 2LP (italic, germany)
21.98usd/10.79gbp/14.10eur/2204jpy (approx)
*Italic would like to announce Antonelli's new album Soulkiller. It is Stefan Schwander (aka Antonelli)'s 6th album and was produced using analog drum machines, synthesizers and sequencers only and recorded live without any overdubs onto an old-school tape recorder. The result is amazing: Antonelli's house music on Soulkiller is so incredibly rough and emotional that it reminds of the garage rock from the Stooges. And the tracks sound like ESG doing cover versions of 'Moodymann.' Moreover, you will find flamboyant pop references, from Bohannon to Terry Hall.
SKAT- CONCRETE JUNGLE 12” (karat, france)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Here we go again with Skat for his new release on Karat. You will note that this one is a bit more functional even if the whole mood is still deep. You can find 'Nightwalk,' originally released on the Katapult 3 compilation CD and finally on vinyl, and also a remix by Kenny Hawkes and David Parr, appreciated producers from England. The two other tracks are built for the floor, quite efficient and fine.
NERK & DIRK LEYERS- PERSE X 12” (klang elektronik, germany)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Nerk & Dirk Leyers present their debut release on Klang Elektronik. "Perse" gives all the minimal-zombies the final death blow with squeaks and groans, making your eyes pop out while bursting your brain. "X" is a more classic Detroit techno piece of music, but has at least as much pressure.
STYLE OF EYE- THE PROPHET 12” (pickadoll, germany)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Pickadoll roster and his first release on the label reached underground hit status in the electro house scene. Coming from a more experimental background he has now grown into a true peak-time maestro, bringing in fresh and innovative ideas. Fantastic synthesizer work, catchy beats and effective arrangements make this a wonderful and deadly club monster 12". Sure shot for all fans of Dahlbäck, Claude VonStroke, Prydz, Angello or Ingrosso.
MARTINEZ- A CHEMICAL IMBALANCE 2LP (re:connected, germany)
19.98usd/9.81gbp/12.82eur/2003jpy (approx)
*Previously reissued on cd by Re:Connected, now issued on double LP format as well. This is the second full-length record by Copenhagen-based Martinez. This very special double pack vinyl edition includes 8 brand new tracks, all produced by Martinez during the spring and summer of 2007. You'll find the trademark sounds of Re:connected, in tracks such as "La Macchina," with its rolling hypnotic rhythm and bleepy metallic sounds. Martinez also adds some elements from his early influences of deep house with the track "Lowdown" -- its lush and laid-back pads lay out a deep but uplifting atmosphere to the otherwise dark soundscape of the album. There are also some trippy experimental dub grooves on tracks like "The Turtle-March," with that weird voice coming in and its tripped-out percussion flowing on top of a heavy sub-bass. A Chemical Imbalance is a sonic mood swing between ambient, minimal, techno, deep house and dub.
TETINE- I GO TO THE DOCTOR! 12” (soul jazz, uk)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Killer punk-funk/new wave 12" featuring the São Paulo based group Tetine along with a wicked reworking on the CSS Remix. Tetine are Bruno Verner and Eliete Mejorado. This is their second release on Soul Jazz Records and is a taster for their forthcoming album Let Your X's Be Y's, a wild mix-up of punk-funk/new wave/post-punk/baile-bass. Integral to the same vibrant São Paulo music scene in Brazil that has now produced both CSS and Bonde de Role, Tetine's music is similarly a mixture of raw punky energy and attitude mixed with bass-heavy dance music. Tetine are in-fact the forerunners of this scene having now released 8 albums in Brazil since they formed in São Paulo in 1995.
OSBORNE- RULING 12” (spectral sound, usa)
11.98usd/5.88gbp/7.68eur/1201jpy (approx)
*Osborne is a Lego-sculpting, electron microscope-owning, Japanese speaking über-producer. He is, in fact, house music's MacGyver. Todd has been championed across the board by Gilles Peterson to Aphex Twin, from UR's Mad Mike to Warp's Flying Lotus. This 12" was written on his own music software on a hand-built computer, and is a testament to a life of walking the walk. Pure dancefloor-ready house that provides a taste of much more to come from this up-and-comer.
GEDDES- TRIAL & ERROR 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Tsuba is proud to present the debut single from Geddes, one third of Rekleiner alongside Audiofly and the man behind London and Ibiza's infamous Mulletover parties. 'Trial' and 'Error' show two distinct sides to Geddes musical personality -- 'Trial' is atmospheric deep house with a lighter vibe and 'Error' is darker, moodier tech house with shades of Konrad Black. Dynamic and Kindisch records rising star H.O.S.H has delivered a super hot remix. It's deep, hypnotic and spacey house underpinned with that all-important jackin' bassline. As a DJ, Geddes now holds international prominence with appearances in 2007 at Berlin's Panorama Bar and Watergate, D!Club in Lausanne and the Loft in Barcelona. Past performances have brought him success with large crowds as well as small taking in modest spaces, Frankfurt's Robert Johnson to the more substantial masses at Sunday Best's infamous Bestival and Renaissance 'Wild in The Country' festival.
DANTON EEPROM- TO THE BONE 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*Danton Eeprom made his Tsuba debut last year with 'One Thing Leads To Another' and has since released records on Freak n Chic and his own Fondation imprint. The follow up for Tsuba, 'To The Bone' has already been included on the Steve Lawler Viva London album and has Danton's trademark dark funk throughout. The vocal is what really makes this and Danton stand out from the crowd. This man is going to be huge this year! For the remix Jamie Jones delivers a stunner, adding his trademark trippy and hypnotic touches to the original. With Danton and Jamie on the same 12", it's another big Tsuba release.
THE HACKER & ERIC BORGO- ZONE 12” (tsuba, uk)
12.98usd/6.37gbp/8.33eur/1301jpy (approx)
*restocked… What better way to start 2008 than with the huge 'Zone' by The Hacker & Eric Borgo, already licensed to Jennifer Cardini's new Kompakt compilation. The Hacker needs no introduction -- a true pioneer with album releases on his own Goodlife label (with his friends Oxia and Alex Reynaud) and with Miss Kitten on DJ Hell's Gigolo imprint. In 2001 at the dawn of electroclash, they were booked all over the world with Miss Kittin appearing as a dominant nurse and The Hacker cold as ice behind the machines and decks. In 2007, Michel describes his style as 'classic Detroit-style with Jeff Mills in mind.' Long term friend and Tsuba artist Eric Borgo teams up with Michel on the moody techno of 'Zone.' For the remix, it's a great coup to have the first mix from Ivan Smagghe & Tim Paris' new project 'Its A Fine Line.' The result, as you would expect, is a club mix that's typical Smagghe -- brooding, moody electro with a super-tight groove and eerie synths. It's a big one!
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