Jimi Tenor & Aura Safari – Sensory Blending [Hell Yeah Recordings]
Finnish multi-instrumentalist Jimi Tenor and Italian collective Aura Safari met at a party in Perugia where Tenor was set to perform. Within days they decided to go into the studio. They emerged from that session with “Sensory Blending”. The nine track release is filled with retro soul jazz compositions. On “Bodily Synesthesia”, Tenor’s seductive sax soloing along with his soft crooning sets the mood of a dark lit smokey jazz club. “My Bluebell” is a simmering soul jazz number with a heavenly flute solo from Tenor. It’s also highlighted by the vocals of Toimi Tytti. “Gimlet” is a light and airy samba where Tenor’s flute dances over the melody. Aura Safari are an impressive set of musicians who came in with great ideas and formed instant chemistry. Pour yourself a glass of wine, kick back and relax to this engaging album.
Bruk Rogers – Loopholes [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Cian McCann aka Zero T made his mark in the drum n bass arena. He has a number of recordings on the 4Hero label Reinforced records. He ventured into Bruk during the pandemic and his first release landed on renowned Bruk DJ/Producer Afronaut’s label. Alas, Bruk Rodgers was born. “Loopholes”, the full length debut on Tru-thoughts spans various genres with broken beat as the centerpiece. “Deusa” is ignited by latin rhythms and the warmth of vocalist Roberta Silva. “Feel Alright” is bubbling with broken beat rhythms that features rapper Jswiss and pianist Onj. “Jelly Head” is another banger filled with dazzling synths that features Wipe The Needle. This is an infectious album that’s filled with bangers and shines a light on club culture.
13th May 2024
Clyde Beats feat. Jane Hamilton – It’s True [Atjazz Record Company]
Clyde Beats – THOSE Girls [Atjazz Record Company]
Steve Cobby – Sepulveda [Déclassé]
Duckett feat. Patricia Edwards – Melts All In Me [Accidental]
Resolution 88 – Final Approach [Synthethesia]
Radiohop feat. Finn Peters – Tribute [Wicked Wax]
The Brkn Record feat Anthony Joseph – Indifference [BBE Music]
The Voices Of East Harlem – Little People [Sunshine Records]
Vinícius Mendes – Meu Canário Vizinho Azul [Notes On A Journey]
Ibelisse Guardia Ferragutti & Frank Rosaly – Mestizx [International Anthem x Nonesuch]
Bruk Rogers – Get Low [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Finn Irregular feat. Monique Araujo – Feel Free (NameBrandSound Remix) [CoOp Presents]
Quiet Dawn feat. LyricL – Celebrate [First Word Records]
Mulholland – 4UrSins
2fox feat. Laville – Elevation [Soul Clap Records]
Jazzanova – Mwela, Mwela (Here I Am) [Jazzanova Compost Records]
Bread & Souls feat. Rich Medina & Bembe Segue – Working On It [Mashibeats]
Magic Number – All I Ever Wanted (Atjazz Astro Remix) [Atjazz Record Company]
Suffocate SA – Mementos Of Spirit [Stay True Sounds]
Magnetic Machines – People [BBE Music]
Mark E – Rapid Eye Movement [Merc]
Fred Everything – Love, Care, Kindness & Hope [Lazy Days Recordings]
Leo Sayer – Easy To Love [Chrysalis]
Mark Williamson – I Need You [Favorite Recordings]
Coke Escovedo – If I Ever Lose This Heaven [Mercury]
Lucas Arruda – Ominira [Favorite Recordings]
“Ominira”, the latest release from Lucas Arruda is his first for Favorite Recordings in five years. The nine track album takes a shift from his previous lp. Where “Onda Nova” was a funk and soul brew, “Ominira” takes you back to the essence of Brazilian compositions. “The Bracest Heart” is a sublime Brazilian jazz fusion instrumental that features Arruda on the rhodes. “Novos Planos” is a warm summer breeze filled with swirling synths and Arruda’s soothing falsetto vocals. “Abraco Pro Ed” is a sizzling up-tempo instrumental that would fit nicely in an Asymuth catalogue. Arruda is building up an impressive catalogue of his own with another marvelous record you shouldn’t miss.
6th May 2024
PFM feat. MC Conrad – The Western [Good Looking Records]
Seba feat. MC Conrad – Planetary Funk Alert [Good Looking Records]
United Future Organization – Loud Minority (Alex Reece Remix) [Talkin’ Loud]
Bruk Rogers feat. Ishfaq – South Facing [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Bruk Rogers feat. LyricL & Andrea Clarke – Pioneers [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Sentinel 793 – Tomorrow’s World [Phuture Shock Musik]
Cyclonix – Who In Charge [Ascii Trax]
Skwirl – Street Dickens [Cold Busted]
Potatohead People feat. Kendra Dias – Everything U Need [Bastard Jazz Recordings]
Nas & DJ Premier – Define My Name
Farma G & Wish Master feat. Da Regiment – Amigos [False Idols]
Madlib feat. Black Thought & Your Old Droog – Reekyod
Tom Jarmey – Dusk [Oath]
Norio Maeda – Donpan Bushi [Wewantsounds]
Peter Herbolzheimer Rhythm Combination & Brass – Head-Egg [Polydor]
Insxght – Trapped Soul [Jazz Re:freshed]
Divorce From New York – Fake Ensemble [Tokonoma Records]
Don Glori – All Seeds [DeepMatter Records]
Sam Q’s Nightpatrol – Birdbrain (Saxo Y Dub)
Margaret Singana – Why Did You Do It Miles Away]
Jimmy The Twin – Midnight Shuffle [Boogie Cafe]
Beatsbyhand feat. Rona Ray – Say Yes (Jimpster Remix) [Stay True Sounds]
Alton Miller – Around the Corner [Mister Bear Records]
Transmission Towers – Sparse [É Soul Cultura]
Ilija Rudman – Heroina’s Atom Heart [Isle Of Jura Records]
29th April 2024
Bread & Souls feat. Rich Medina & Bembe Segue – Working On It (LTJ Xperience Remix) [Mashibeats]
Aurra – Perfect Date [Family Groove]
Another Taste feat. Sarina Voorn – Anything You Want [Space Grapes]
Arnau Obiols & KAYYAK – San Diago (Rahaan Remix) [Compost Records]
Jazzanova – Boom Clicky Boom Klack (Mr. Scruff Vocal Remix) [Sonar Kollektiv]
Divorce From New York feat. Quiet Dawn – Brick Lane [Tokonoma Records]
Quiet Dawn – It’s All About Freedom [First Word Records]
Shaka feat. Eve – Sacred Nightfall [Mate]
Paris Cesvette & Muzikman Edition feat. Lifford – Your Smile [Dafia Records]
Bonbon Vodou – Cérémonie du Piment Piment [Heavenly Sweetness]
Sababa 5 – Ashkamoni [Batov Records]
RAH & The Ruffcats – MoonSun [Sonar Kollektiv]
Ronnie April’s Positive Energy – Diamonds For Ida [Jazz Room Records]
Peter Daniel Quartets – Miles Around [Music Factory Records]
Gino Marinacci – Life [Right Tempo]
Grupo Ébano – Pé No Chão [BBE Music]
Toco – Vento Doce [Schema Records]
Inês Loubet – Olha O Rio [Albert’s Favourites]
Rubel feat. Milton Nascimento – Lua de Garrafa [Mr Bongo]
The Offline – Les Cavaliers [DeepMatter Records]
Rhythm Rhyme Revolution – Summertime (NuAcid Funk Part 1) [BBE Music]
Mikahl Anthony – Deep Ain’t It [R&S Records]
Clyde Beats feat. Oveous – Hello World [Atjazz Record Company]
Farma G & Wish Master feat. Sonnyjim – Creme De La Creme [False Idols]
Duckett feat. Patricia Edwards – Melts All In Me [Accidental]
Audrey Powne – From The Fire [BBE Music]
Melbourne native Audrey Powne delivers her debut lp “From The Fire” on BBE music. The nine track release was written and produced by Powne. “Sleep” is inspired by lucid dreams Powne experienced and how they measured up to her reality. The track is a beautiful piano driven ballad. “Souled Out” is another emotive ballad that features Matt Keagan’s haunting phrasings on baritone sax. Powne’s string arrangements add another layer of emotion that will certainly stir your heart strings. Powne’s dexterity as a multi-instrumentalist are on display here. “Feed The Fire” is a mid-tempo track that showcases her soloing on Trumpet as well as her prowess as a pianist. A marvelous debut that weaves soul, jazz and classical elements seamlessly. Powne is a gifted artist you need to get familiar with.
VA – The Congregation – Jazz Alliance International [Right Tempo]
Whereas most compilations focus on the past, Massimiliano “Jazzcat” Conti shines a light on the quality recordings of the present. The Italian resident DJ has delighted listeners with his eclectic mixes and mix shows. The Congregation is a superb collection that intertwine soul and modern jazz tracks with present day culb culture. Evidence can be found with “Seasons In My Mind”. The previously unreleased Yellowtail track that features jazz crooner Mark Murphy. Mama Terra’s “Ruptura” is a spiritual jazz burner that’s equally enjoyed on the dance floor or in your living room. The hard driving piano rhythms aligned with orchestral vocal harmonies will bring immediate satifaction. The finale “Who Will Save The World” features the spoken word genius of Anthony Joseph. The seven minute gem is fueled by a simmering groove, warm piano melodies and a sterling horn section. There isn’t a weak track in sight here. The Milan based Right Tempo records consistently delivers with quality recordings and this is no exception.
https://righttempo.bandcamp.com/album/the-congregation-jazz-alliance-international
VA – Funk Tide – Tokyo Jazz Funk from Electric Bird 1978-87 [Wewantsounds]
“Funk Tide – Tokyo Jazz Funk from Electric Bird 1978-87” is available for the first time outside of Japan. The eight track lp is filled with atmospheric synth heavy jazz funk compositions. The tracks feature Japanese Saxophonist and composer Yasuaski Shimizu, Toshiyuki Honda and pianist Mikio Masuda. In addition, American artists Ronnie Foster and Bobby Lyle are on board as well. “Let’s Get Together” is a light and airy composition that features Masuda on the rhodes. Foster’s “Night Life” is laidback synth funk that would fit into any beatmakers bag of beats right now. “Funk Tide” provides a window into Japan’s early eighties music scene. Credit Tokyo DJ Notoya for digging into the Electric Bird catalogue and emerging with these tasty tracks.
https://wewantsounds.bandcamp.com/album/funk-tide-tokyo-jazz-funk-from-electric-bird-1978-87
22nd April 2024
The Brkn Record – Believe [BBE Music]
Olli Ahvenlahti – The Opening Game [We Jazz Records]
Harold Land – Our Home [Wewantsounds]
Lucas Arruda – The Bravest Heart [Favorite Recordings]
Lau Ro – Onde Eu Vou [Far Out Recordings]
Arthur Melo – Maré [Wonderfulsound]
Grupo Ébano – Pai Da Criação [BBE Music]
Amy Gadiaga – All Black Everything [Jazz Re:Freshed]
Frankie Flowerz – Look What You’ve Done To Me [Funkhausmusic]
Potatohead People feat. Diamond Cafe – Paradise [Bastard Jazz Recordings]
Voilaaa feat. Pat Kala – Faché [Favorite Recordings]
The Jones Girls – Nights Over Egypt [Philadelphia International Records]
Tipper – Ton Of Bricks [The Dog House Recordings]
Tom Jarmey feat. Dodd Noble, Ed Hodge – Negative [Oath]
The Crane – Pipe Effect [Woodland Creatures]
Mitch von Arx feat. Oliver Night – We Drop (Bruk Version) [CoOp Presents]
Kuna Maze feat. Steve Spacek – I Told U (XL Regular Remix) [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Quiet Dawn feat. Oliver Night – Lost from Life [First Word Records]
Glen Scott – Heaven (4 Hero Dub) [Giant Step Records]
Comfy Bella – Knights [Moonunit Records]
Andre Lodemann – Intimacy [Stay True Sounds]
China Charmeleon feat. Sio – Little Me [Stay True Sounds]
Tryangle Man – Whispers Of A Dialogue [Tryangle Man Records]
Yellowtail feat. Mark Murphy – Seasons In My Mind (Emanative Rework feat. Jessica Lauren) [Right Tempo]