S. Brugnolini & G. Carnini “Beat Drammatico Underground Pop Elettronico” (1973)
A mind-melting opera. via Sonor Music Editions: Some of the tracks here simply anticipate Techno and generally Electronic music of the early 70s. While Kraftwerk released “Ralph & Florian”, and about one year before the releasing of the milestone “Autobahn”, maestros Sandro Brugnolini & Giorgio Carnini were already experimenting the deep …
Vibration Black Finger “Blackism”
via TwistedSoul: Unique and adventurous, like the man himself, Lascelle Lascelles (aka Lascelle Gordon) shares the highly inventive “Blackism” by his new project Vibration Black Finger. As one of the leading DJs at London’s Wag Club in the 80s, he earned a reputation as an eclectic and adventurous musical spirit, …
Chaos In The CBD “Accidental Meetings EP”
Chaos In The CBD’s Ben & Louis Helliker-Hales team up with long-time friend and collaborator Jon Sable to present their new imprint ‘In Dust We Trust.’ In Dust We Trust is an ode to a collection of friends who share a certain understanding, who live by a love and respect …
Gabriel Garzón-Montano “Jardín” (via Stones Throw)
via Stones Throw: On his debut LP “Jardin”, Gabriel Garzón-Montano sings of the struggles and uncertainties of living in America today, and the universal challenges of love. A Brooklyn-born and raised child of immigrant parents, Gabriel’s aesthetic is an extension of his French-Colombian heritage. His influence is a pastiche of …
Omar “Love in Beats” (Freestyle Records)
“When I grow up, I wanna be like Omar” -Stevie Wonder via Freestyle: The musical history is renowned – the Lyefook family has musical talent embedded deep in it’s DNA. Omar’s father Byron worked as a studio musician and drummer with Bob Marley, Horace Andy and even The Rolling Stones. …
Mutual Intentions “Cassette #2”
via Mutual Intentions: Cassette #2 is the second compilation from the Norwegian record label Mutual Intentions. Since their first cassette compilation (which is sold out!), they have expanded their roster with beatmaker Ol’ Burger Beats and producer Jawn Rice. Compared to the first, the feature-list is slightly bigger and includes some …
Tomorrow’s People “Open Soul” (1976, Stage Productions)
Aside from being included on the CD version of Mr. Peabody’s excellent Real Sound of Chicago compilation, this album has largely remained under the radar and extremely difficult to obtain… until now. The group is comprised primarily of 4 brothers (with 2 additional members joining shortly before the recording of …
Erasmo Carlos “Carlos, Erasmo” (1971, Light In The Attic)
via Sounds Of The Universe: As a student and fan of Elvis, Little Richard, Bill Haley, and Chuck Berry, Erasmo indulged his primal rock urges in this sufficiently psychedelic and fuzzy LP. Arriving in 1971, Erasmo’s 1971 album was the closest thing to Tropicália around. “Carlos, Erasmo” was co-produced by …
DOC Mastermind “After Hours (H!dden.Knowledge)”
DOC Mastermind is back with his freshest project up to date. “After Hours (H!dden.Knowledge)” is a 7 track EP filled with head cracking beats, dirty synths and bass lines; it’s a recipe that never failed for the Laruche Records owner. Whether he’s sampling 80’s Funk classics (Zoomin’), or composing with …