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reggae vinyl 

Creation Rebel – High Above Harlesden 1978-2023

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…r Lincoln “Style” Scott from the legendary Roots Radics, unavailable since original release, a righteous collection of heavy basslines and big tunes, originally released on pre-On-U Sound label, the highly collectable Hitrun.  Starship Africa (1980)  A true dub classic  – backwards tapes drenched in interplanetary sound effects, ghostly voices from beyond the stars and ringing percussion. Featuring members of the Roots Radics, Misty In Roots and P…

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Interviews 

INTERVIEW Breakbeat Lou & Peanut Butter Wolf

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…with emcees in those days, they were rocking more other rap records (than original breaks). So the essence of the boom bap funk , the grimy aspect that was the original part was being lost. Why? Two-fold: the kids didn’t know the records, and if they knew the records they didn’t know where to find them. The digging spect wasn’t what it was. So, we decided to follow the Super Disco Brake’s (sic) trend, because they were doing this shit, the breaks…

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New Music vinyl 

Record Store Day 2018: Groovement Picks

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…Sherwood’s first studio release, engineered by dub pioneer Dennis Bovell, originally released on Hitrun in 1978 – so it’s a 40th anniversary release. Cymande: Promised Heights LP and Second Time Round LP (Mr Bongo) These have seen reissue before, but this time it’s Mr Bongo and they’re mastered from the original tapes so I’ll probably buy them again! Dave Grusin – The Friends of Eddie Coyle OST coloured LP (Wewantfriends) Funky jazzy 1973 OST fea…

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funk New Music soul 

Out now: P.I.M.P. – Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band 45 re-issued on Truth & Soul Records

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…ne to their signature smashing drums and bass heavy production, taking the original loop and turning it into a full composition. Brass and steel pan parts putting it somewhere between reggae, steel funk, and the Superfly Soundtrack. Side B is the first BRSB original making it’s way to vinyl, “Laventille Road March” hits hard. The heavy drumming, open breaks, and pan melodies make this a sureshot for DJs and listeners alike. The guys have a full le…

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New Music 

Preview: SHAOLIN AFRONAUTS // Quest Under Capricorn

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…obes and face paint to complete the spiritual presentation of their highly original music! Now in 2012, The Shaolin Afronauts continue their musical journey with the follow up album, Quest Under Capricorn, and the group’s musical progression is apparent from the outset. Opening with the mesmerizing groove of Brooklyn, the band establish their innovative and highly individual approach from the get go. Winds Across Gayanamede, whilst founded on an a…

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New Music 

Preview: BUS PEOPLE EXPRESS (THE POETS OF RHYTHM) // Augusta, GA b/w South Carolina {Daptone}

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…hat you Preach”, but the group agreed that the loose energy present on the original demo couldn’t be recreated in the studio. It was then decided to release the original 4-track cassette recordings as, Bus People Express. Predating any releases as Poets of Rhythm, this was the first an array of aliases the band would assume in the years to follow. Both sides are included on the forthcoming Daptone LP – Poets of Rhythm Anthology 1992 – 2003.” Liste…

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Interview: M20 COLLECTIVE + TWISTED TUBES PREVIEW

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…ector to fund their ambitions to take the UK by storm this year with their original material. I have a lot of respect for their dedication and direction. M20 are truly honoured that they chose us to host their UK tour launch. Their new original compositions are incredible! Check out Werk on soundcloud for a taste of what is to come.     What else have M20 got coming up?   M20 have got Pangaea disco apocalypse to prepare for next. The line-up of wh…

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funk hip hop Interviews Manchester New Music 

Interview: DJ Jazzy Jeff’s first 45s set for 20 years – RBMA UK Tour / Wax Works

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…ime. So I was happy when the movie came out, it didn’t kinda represent the original cartoon all the way but it was good enough…  OG Optimus   There’s a lot of mythology behind that – but that’s another conversation for another day. Yeah, haha. In terms of comics and culture, are you a Marvel or DC guy? I’m a Marvel guy, absolutely. I’m the Avengers all the way. You’ve been working with a guy called Dosage, who has a lyric, “word of mouth lasts lo…

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New Music 

Preview: LONDON POSSE // GANGSTER CHRONICLE redux from Tru Thoughts

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…ple interpret the songs that we made over 20 years ago”. Reflecting on the original LP and its momentous influence on everyone from Wretch 32 to Wiley, he continues, “I’m amazed and thankful to have been involved in album that in hindsight was a huge landmark for hip hop in the UK. When we originally recorded the album we know we were doing something a little different, but had no way of knowing the impact.” One person who felt the impact of the a…

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New Music 

Preview: ALMIGHTY SION // THE BEAT GENERATION

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…ews are of the individual split tracks which are slightly different to the original version. The original format of the release will also be available in digital format, alongside the split tracks version. — “There is no beat generation. Just a bunch of writers trying to get published.” – Allen Ginsberg Pinpointing what continues to make the 1950s Beat movement so influential and inspiring isn’t easy. Perhaps there is a timeless truth to some of w…

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Manchester 

Reach: JOSE JAMES in Leeds and Manchester

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…cal references and inspiation reach much further back than “Voodoo” to the original 1970s masters of deep soul – Donny Hathaway, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Leroy Hutson and Leon Ware. Fantastic original compositions from Jose and his fellow collaborators alongside amazing musicians like Pino Palladino on bass, Robert Glasper on piano and boss groove jazz/funk/hiphop drummer Chris “Daddy” Dave make this release an essential buy for all those who love d…

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Issues 

COMICS // THE O.G. DEATH’S HEAD RETURNS

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…cent issue of Avenging Spider-Man – in his original form. Death’s Head was originally created by Transformers don Simon Furman and Geoff Senior (both currently sequalising their original TF run with Regeneration One for IDW) for the Marvel UK Generation One run, before appearing in Doctor Who Magazine and subsequently his own series, where he crossed paths with the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Dragon’s Claws and the Doctor again. Bryan Hitch was also…

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New Music 

Reach: EUROCULTURED Street Festival // Manchester

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…cations that are easy to access. We like the idea of people from different cultures coming together in the streets and getting on with each other as artists paint, sing, dance and perform around them. The festival aims to introduce the audience to new things and to fire their imaginations, giving them the chance to watch live art being created, seeing bands and DJ’s they’ve never heard before, alongside established acts. A great atmosphere, great…

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hip hop Manchester New Music 

MC Dro-P x Mankub Q&A / La Plan​è​te des Cons review

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…What are the challenges and benefits of collaborating across languages and cultures?  Dro-P: I always find it enriching and inspiring to work across cultures and languages. I have worked with artists from quite a few countries, but the UK is special to me. Indie UK hip-hop has never really been a thing in France, certainly because of too much French and US stuff being available, but we have a lot more in common than one may think, in my opinion. M…

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Download: Culture of Soul x Paris DJs – West Indies Funk

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This is brightening up my morning no end… in honour of Cultures of Soul’s upcoming second volume of its Tropical Disco Hustle compilation, they’ve got together with Paris DJs for a new mix. Download it here (scroll down for the massive download button!). Grab some good shit from Cultures Of Soul’s Bandcamp here. Boost the signal: Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Wha…

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New Music 

Preview: DÉBRUIT // From The Horizon

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…but to incorporate, to fuse the musical expressions of the many different cultures and eras with those of his own, to create something new and unheard. Débruit’s genre swerving approach to making music has always been unrestricted and on ‘From the Horizon’ he has deliberately created truly original pieces with unique combinations of instrumentation and style, in such a way that they feel natural, expected and time honoured. For example on ‘Afro-B…

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Preview: ONDATRÓPICA // Ondatrópica {Soundway}

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…cos Fuentes The Powerhouse of Colombian Music 1960-76’ which features many original works from the above-mentioned artists. Supported by the British Council, Ondatrópica came together over 3 weeks in January 2012 in the legendary Discos Fuentes studios in Medellín. Celebrated engineer Mario Rincon, responsible for some of Discos Fuentes’ best recordings of the 1970s, was on hand throughout passing on his extensive knowledge of recording and playin…

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electronic New Music 

Peru Boom: Bass, Bleeps & Bumps From Peru’s Electronic Underground

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…s the central meeting point for all of Peru’s Andean, African and European cultures and this is reflected by the music blaring out from speakers around the city. With an admirable respect for labels like Infopesa, the most influential label in ‘60s & ‘70s Peru for chicha and Peruvian Cumbia, the artists of today often use old rhythms and melodies, splicing and cutting up original tracks and adding in new electronic textures and programmed beats. P…

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WIN EDEN FESTIVAL TICKETS

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…This stage will exhibit live percussion instrumental dance music from many cultures and influences until nightfall descends.   The portals open intrepid dancer of the bass driven sub world. Are you ready for entry………?   If your not, don’t panic gallant Edenite, slip into something more natural and head to the ‘NUDE IS GOOD’ stage with accompanying sauna….. shhhhhh….its a secret..   Delving into the MY GIDDY AUNTS Tent you will find a swirl of caba…

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Track premiere: Jump-up highlife from Tal National with Farila

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…tion did not go unappreciated. The band’s mix great mix of ethnicities and cultures is one of the keys to their appeal. Niger borders Nigeria, Mali and Ghana, and collected within this former French colony can be found Songhai, Fulani, Hausa, and Tuareg populations, all of whom are represented in the membership of the band.   The album is out 14 April, and you can buy it direct from them at Bandcamp. Press release: ‘Zoy Zoy’ was recorded in Niamey…

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