15th April 2024
Resolution 88 – Final Approach [Synthethesia]
Bruno Berle – Love Comes Back [Far Out Recordings]
Everwave – Paper Planet [Everwave]
Aura Safari & Jimi Tenor – It’s Too Easy To Love You [Hell Yeah]
Alina Bzhezhinska & Tony Kofi – Audite Me-Hear Me [BBE Music]
Victor Feldman – Rio [Cohearent Sound]
Ariel – The Girl With Three Faces [Jazzroom Records]
Ronnie April’s Positive Energy – Snowflake [Jazzroom Records]
Lara Saint Paul – The Voodoo Lady [Right Tempo]
NxWorries – 86Sentra [Stones Throw Records]
Son Of Sam feat. Masta Ace & Large Professor – Come A Long Way (Jehst Remix) [Tea Sea Records]
Metal Fingers – Kava Kava Root [Shaman Work Recordings]
Clyde Beats feat. Amalia – Rising Up [Atjazz Record Company]
The Doobie Brothers – Here To Love You [Warner Bros. Records]
Mörk – Towards The Sun [Albert’s Favourites]
Another Taste – Turn Up [Space Grapes]
Arnau Obiols & KAYYAK – San Diago [Compost Records]
GarcyNoise & Luca Mauro – Oh Crazy Baby (LTJ Xperience Remix) [Move On Up Records]
Zephan feat. Cool Affair – Let Me Show You (DJ Spinna Galactic Soul Remix) [Cataleya Music]
Thandi Zulu & The Young Five – Love Games (Luke Una Edit) [Mr Bongo]
Jorge Bezerra – Kabiecilé (Atjazz Remix) [Atjazz Record Company]
Jamie Finlay – Family (MB Edit)
Hudson’s Choice & Franc Spangler – Heavily Percussed [Delusions Of Grandeur]
Bread & Souls feat. Paul Randolph – I See You [Mashibeats]
Ballistic Brothers – I’ll Fly Away [Junior Boy’s Own]
Casa Bonita – Casa Bonita [Aquário Records]
Casa Bonita is a five piece band from Lisbon Portugal. Their self titled lp showcases a band that is comfortable laying down funky instrumental dance grooves. The album features cuts like “Lobster”, a sizzling enrgetic slap anchored by a deep pocket and bass rhythm. “Arrabiata” follows up with funky disco rhythms, mind bending synths and infectous percussion. “Vian” is a mellow soul burner that comes at the right time when you want to give your feet a rest. Casa Bonita explores the space between soul, jazz and electronics. The musicianship is on point and embodies an organic seventies soul sound. Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to party.
8th April 2024
Goldie – A Sense Of Rage (Sensual V.I.P. Mix) [FFrr]
Peshay – Jazz Lick [Nexus Records]
King Brasstards feat. Greg Blackman – Wait Till the Morning [Ramrock Red Records]
Lehto – Sumi [Bathurst Music]
Cyclonix – Brukno [Ascii Trax]
Quiet Dawn feat. Oliver Night – Lost from Life [First Word Records]
Agent K – Ladies [Laws Of Motion]
Catia de França – Quem Vai Quem Vem (Tahira Edit)
New Regency Orchestra – Labasta Llego [Mr Bongo]
Sly5thAve – Liberation [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Robert Glasper Experiment feat. Lalah Hathaway – Cherish The Day [Blue Note Records]
Heavy – Wonderlove [Kindred Spirits]
Yellowtail feat. Mark Murphy – Seasons In My Mind (Emanative Rework feat. Jessica Lauren) [Right Tempo]
Roy Ayers – What’s The T? (Delfonic Edit) [BBE Music]
El Payo – African Bossa [Stay True Sounds]
Aura Safari & Jimi Tenor – My Bluebell [Hell Yeah]
Newen Afrobeat feat. Chico Cesar – Es la vida [Lichens Family]
Toco – Noite Secreta [Schema Records]
Mecca:83 – Funky Busker [Village Live Records]
Paul White – Hustle (Bullion Remix) [One-Handed Music]
Okvsho – Okvsho [Current Moves]
Audrey Powne – Souled Out [BBE Music]
Jake Long – Silhouette [New Soil]
Erin Buku – Self Titled [Inner Tribe Records]
Austrailian Vocalist, DJ/Producer Erin Buku delivers an engaging self titled debut. The nine track album is a laidback array of tasty RnB soulful hip hop grooves. “Dreamers” is a mid-tempo hip hop track that showcases her tender vocals. It’s an uplifting tune where Buku artfully encourages everyone to follow their dreams. “Ley Lines”, co-produced by Inkswel is awash with serenading horns and melodic textures. “The Way” erupts with ebulient electronic rhythms aligned with Buku’s emotive vocal harmonizing. Buku is just another example of the bottomless well of talent from Austrailia that’s well worth checking out.
Go.Soul.Map – Peaceful Sound for Broken Minds [Space Echo]
“Peaceful Sound for Broken Minds” is the debut from Sicilian producer Salvo ‘Dub’ Bruno aka Go Soul Map. The twelve track lp is filled with dreamy soundscapes layered over warm melodic grooves. “Back In The Underwater”, the opening track features the sultry vocals of Reiwa Pia. It’s a downtempo gem heighthened by warmsynths. London based vocalist Derane Obika appears on nine tracks. “Fall Into The Flame” features Obika’s dreamy falsetto aligned with heavenly synths. While the tempo picks up on “Right Of Me”, Bruno’s production along with Obika’s vocals ensure that the mood remains the same. Bruno has created a marvelous record filled with warmth and is certain to put your mind at ease. I’m instantly transported to a place free of stress and full of engaging grooves.
https://gosoulmap.bandcamp.com/album/peaceful-sound-for-broken-minds
1st April 2024
Jorge Bezerra – Mojubá (Zepherin Saint Remix) [Ajazz Record Company]
Aroop Roy – Mama Me Mwana [Freerange Records]
Jimpster feat. King Crowney – The Passion (Atjazz Remix) [Freerange Records]
Masters At Work feat. India – When You Touch Me (M.A.W. Remix) [Cutting Records]
Clyde feat. Capitol A – Serve It Up! [Mantis Recordings]
Arnau Obiols & KAYYAK – Faith [Compost Records]
DJ Rocca x Lex – Rose Tree [B2 Recordings]
Besøk – Uten Fjes
Cotonete – Cinq Pour L’aventure [Heavenly Sweetness]
Karin Krog – Raindrops, Raindrops [Crippled Dick Hot Wax!]
Azymuth – Jazz Carnival (Original Full Length Unedited Mix) [Far Out Recordings]
Emile Londonien feat Cherise – Fly [Naïve Records]
Str4ta feat. Theo Croker – To Be As One [Brownswood Recordings]
Leo Pesci & John Swana feat. Dario Scotti – Dario’s Pummarola [Ramrock Red Records]
On-Ly – Bosco I [La Sape Records]
Alexander IV – Toulouse [Sonar Kollektiv]
Kutiman – All Rivers [Siyal Music]
Dina Ögon – Det läcker [Playground Music]
Rotary Connection – Song For Everyman [Cadet Concept]
Azymuth – Fly Over The Horizon [Milestone]
25th March 2024
Sarah Vaughan – The Mystery Of Man [Five Records]
Max Roach – Members, Don’t Git Weary [Atlantic]
Finn Rees – Looking Up [Mr Bongo]
The Jazz Defenders – Snakebite Playfight [Haggis Records]
Arthur Melo – Saídas [Wonderfulsound]
Haroldo Bontempo – Até Que Eu Gosto [YB Music]
Inês Loubet – Guri [Albert’s Favourites]
Amanda Whiting feat. Chip Wickham – Waiting to Go [First Word Records]
Alina Bzhezhinska and Tony Kofi – Tabula Rasa-Blank Slate [BBE Music]
Quasimoto – 24 Raw Addict Pt.2 [Stones Throw Records]
Blockhead – Dork Crystal [Def Pressé Editions x KPM]
Jalen Santoy & KAMAE – Lip Service [PLYGRND Music]
Clouds In A Headlock – The Clouds [Chinese Man]
Clyde Beats feat. Amalia – Rising Up [Atjazz Record Company]
Catpack – Walk Away [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Bread & Souls feat. Bembe Segue + Vanessa Freeman – Technicolor Sunshine [Mashibeats]
Mitch von Arx feat. Oliver Night – We Drop (Bruk Version) [CoOp Presents]
Cyclonix – I Need (Dub) [Ascii Trax]
Everwave – Paper Planes [Everwave]
Makèz feat. Ava Lava – Closer [Heist Recordings]
Elliot Hollins – Sorry Mate, I’m Busy [Atjazz Record Company]
Phlash – Participate [Estereo]
Deep Soul Syndicate feat. Andre Espeut – My Desire (Eric Kupper Remix) [Makin’ Moves]
Peacey feat. Clyde – The Mandarin Affair [Atjazz Record Company]
The Love Unlimited Orchestra – Don’t Take It Away From Me [PYE Records]
MFSB – Love Has No Time Or Place [Philadelphia International Records]
Sunbear – Don’t Overlook The Feelings [Soul Train]
Alvarez – I Can’t Make It [Izipho Soul]
Tess Hirst – HERstory [Jazz Re:freshed]
Tess Hirst first came to my attention during her collaboration with Bassist Daniel Casimir. Their joint album “These Days” showcased her ethereal vocals and songwriting. In addition, she was accompanied by some of London’s premiere musicians who are at the forefront of UK club culture. Hirst’s solo debut “HERstory” picks up where that album left off. The disc kicks off with the simmering “This Is Her”. Hirst’s emotive vocals intertwine seamlessly with the Tomorrow’s Warriors string section. The finale “Magic” is a tribute to their ability to rise to any challenge. This high energy tune is spearheaded by Richard Spaven’s propulsive drumming and Casimir’s driving bass rhythms. Pianist Sarah Tandy completes the band and their cohesion is notable. London based label Jazz re:freshed continues to be the place for superb Jazz recordings. This marvelous lp is no exception.
Mario Luciano & Lauren Santi – Shades of Mauve [Madlib Invasion]
The Madlib invasion Music Library series continues with Producer Mario Luciano and vocalist Lauren Santi. “Shades of Mauve” is a collection of breezy jazz samples. Luciano’s keyboard arrangements take center stage while guitarist Gerson Zaragoza and drummer Ayepee play big roles. Santi’s vocal phrasings are spread throughout the fifteen track disc. “Inner Search” is layered with hazy synths and wordless vocal phrasings. “Psych Impression” is a cinematic offering highlighted by Santi’s opera styled vocals. “Blue Miles” captures the spirit of the Mountains with warm guitar and spacey rhodes. If you’re into laidback beats and dreamy soundscapes you’ll no doubt enjoy this one.
18th March 2024
Lawne – Heather’s Leather [Wah Wah 45s]
Pat Thomas – Gye Wani [Soundway Records]
Okvsho – Con mi Perros en la Niebla [Current Moves]
Ibelisse Guardia Ferragutti & Frank Rosaly – Destejer [International Anthem x Nonesuch]
Olli Ahvenlahti – Paint It Blue [We Jazz Records]
Toco – Coragem [Schema Records]
Cotonete feat. Sabrina Malheiros – Bebete Vaobora [Heavenly Sweetness]
Ceu Da Boca – Bumba Meu Boi Da Boa Hora [Philips]
Simon Mavin – Good Hair Day [Bastard Jazz Recordings]
Kamasi Washington – Prologue [Young]
Leo Pesci & John Swana feat. Dario Scotti – Dario’s Pummarola [Ramrock Red Records]
Drama On The Corner feat. Krisztina Magyar – Opium [Tangential Music]
Max Essa and Eddie C – Melon Steppin [Razor-N-Tape]
North Satellite – The Stars Are Ours [El Triańgulo]
Transmission Towers – Roller Skater 23 [E Soul Cultura/Mr Bongo]
Max Sinàl feat. Bianca Nieddu – Waiting [Soul Quest Records]
Aspartate – Apart (Version) [D.Con]
Round Four feat. Tikiman – Find A Way [Main Street Records]
Funky Dogs From Outer Space – Reach For Me (Long Ass Mix) [Murk Records]
Rogiérs – Home (Opolopo Mix)
Bruk Rogers feat. Dread MC – Murder Sound [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Hitch.93 – Blanka’s Kick [Phuture Shock Musik]
Alex Phountzi feat. Xantoné Blacq – Another Way (Daz-I-Kue Remix) [Funk Of Fury Recordings]