Vinyl LP pressing. Of the many great talents of the classic Nigerian highlife scene, none contained the existential depth, transcendence and grace of Celestine Ukwu. During his brief time in this world, he pursued education, music, and philosophy; first...
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Originally released in 1980 on the Alberika label, Orchestre Les Volcans du Benin Vol.1 has long been a holy grail LP for Afro-Cuban aficionados. It now sees it's first official reissue on Acid Jazz Records, with four infectious tracks...
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The Joy grew up on Ladysmith Black Mambazo, but their harmonies harken back to another vocal tradition. Mbube meaning 'lion', gives some indication of the elemental power it's practitioners summon when bursting into song. In this part of South...
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"adedemola," the self-titled album from Fireboy DML, is a deeply personal statement, representing the culmination of years of artistic growth and self-discovery. More than just a collection of songs, it serves as a mirror reflecting the artist's journey through...
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New album of previously unreleased songs by Pascal Obispo - Recorded and mixed by his faithful collaborator, Youri Benaïs, in his Paris studios. Once again produced by his two new wave jazz friends, Fred Nardin and Max Pinto, this...
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1xLP, pressed on Silver In Black Ice Color In Color Viny, and cut at 45 RPMl. First pressing limited to 500. "Ikigai, Vol. 1" is the newest EP from Nigerian artist/legend, & YBNL leader Olamide. The 7-track EP follows...
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Manu Dibango is probably the most famous musician from Cameroon and quite possibly one of the most internationally well-known African musicians ever. He is a most versatile musician, having played and recorded almost every style of music you care...
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We've taken a selection of the most in-demand and asked-for titles in our Brazil 45's catalogue and given them a loving remaster and repress. This edition takes two hugely sought-after tracks from Quinteto Ternura, and their original outfit Trio...
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We've taken a selection of the most in-demand and asked-for titles in our Brazil 45's catalogue and given them a loving remaster and repress. Highlighted here, the joyous family flavours of Trio Ternura and a samba-funk masterclass from Eliana...
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For number 93 in the Brazil45 series, we presented two favourites from the Harmony Cats. A female vocal quintet (who later became a trio) from São Paulo. They formed in 1976 and were most prolific in the disco period....
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Back in stock due to popular demand, the first ever release in our iconic Brazil 45's imprint! Kicking off a series that has now clocked in over 100 releases, it all began with this stunning double header highlighting two...
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Awesome Tapes From Africa the label began over 10 years ago with the reissue of Nahawa Doumbia's Vol. 3. The recording kicked off a successful run of classic and new recordings from artists across Africa, being made available for...
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COVER (Gatefold Jacket), 2xVINYL DISC, INNER SLEEVE, PHOTOBOOK, PHOTOCARD (Random 1 of 35), TRADING CARD -Others ver.- (Random 3 of 7). XG 2nd Mini Album will be released on - December 6, 2024 XG made their global debut as...
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Latin funk at it's finest. A kingpin player of Miami's Cuban music scene, Ray Fernandez, brought together his 'court' for this sensational Afro-Cuban funk triumph. Largely a family affair, the album features his wife, two sons and a range...
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Latin Grammy-nominated and Brazilian Music Awards-winning artist Rogê has become a pivotal figure in the resurgence of Música Popular Brasileira (MPB). With a rich career spanning over two decades, Rogê has released seven solo albums that have solidified his...
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Seu Jorge, the internationally successful Brazilian singer and actor, needs no introduction. In 2024, his second solo album, CRU, will celebrate it's 20th anniversary. This album, which has become a "classic", has established him as the new "king" of...
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Andrea Bocelli - "Il Mare Calmo Della Sera" [2 LP] Originally released only in Italy in 1994, Bocelli's debut album is released on vinyl for the first time and features 13 songs that would go on to become classics...
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New album from the South African musician + creative visionary, known for her vibrant, inimitable style + affirming lyricism Full Moon is a collection of 12 songs which displays Sanelly's unique sonic fingerprint, joyous attitude, distinctive vocals + genre-bending...
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Limited edition on crystal clear 180-gram audiophile vinyl. In the early 1950s, Charles Aznavour, a French singer of Armenian descent, struggled to win over audiences, facing jeers and rejection. Despite these challenges, he remained determined. Aznavour became Edith Piaf's...
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Re-edited and fully remastered for the first time in it's original version, this soundtrack, composed by Francis Lai (Palme d'Or winner at Cannes in 1966, Hollywood Oscar winner in 1967), was the consecration of a monument of French cinema:...
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From the deep woods now emerges Birna, Wardruna's sixth studio album, scheduled for January 24, 2025 through Sony Music and By Norse Music. Through his never resting dialogue with nature, main composer Einar Selvik has been searching for the...
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Mardi Gras Indians have been practicing their traditions in New Orleans at least since the mid-19th century, possibly before. The history of the Mardi Gras Indians is shrouded in mystery and folklore. This compilation features all the classics like...
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*Travellng beyond the tropical waters of the South Pacific, Afro-Desia showcases Martin Denny's foremost foray into the sounds and rhythms of the African continent. Pressed on flame-orange color vinyl, Afro-Desia's twelve tracks burn bright and bring the groove with...
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180 gram vinyl. First released in 1988, Kaira was the debut album by Toumani Diabaté, master player of the kora - the West African harp with 21 strings. Kaira remains one of the most important and influential kora albums...
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Nonante-Cinq is the second studio album by Belgian singer Angèle. It was released on 3 December 2021 through Angèle's own label Angèle VL Records and Initial Artist Services. The album was preceded by two singles: "Bruxelles je t'aime", and...
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Jazz is Dead accounces another offering top-shelf recordings taking listeners on a journey through the funky sounds of Ghana all the way down to the psychedelic soul and samba of Brazil. Produced by label founders Adrian Younge and Ali...
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Kayhan Kalhor and Toumani Diabaté are both well-known soloists in their own right, but this duo recording is something special taking us on an improvisational musical journey into new landscapes. "It's like this music was already there waiting for...
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Limited 180gm white vinyl LP pressing. 2017 release. The wait is finally over. The greatest living female voice in African music, Oumou Sangare releases Mogoya (meaning "people today") on a new record label with an all-new production team and...
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Re-imagining her much-praised 2017 release 'Mogoya' totally unplugged, in live sessions recorded over just two days, 'Acoustic' consolidates Sangaré's position as Mali's leading opinion-maker, established with her 250,000-selling 1989 debut Moussolou, which did much for the feminist cause in...
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Vinyl LP pressing. 2017 release. Blick Bassy formed his first band in Cameroon at the age of 17. Creating an inventive jazz fusion group inspired by local rhythms with three singers, all singing a different Cameroonian language. It was...
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The only album released on the Verve label by prolific Brazilian singer Marcos Valle, Samba '68 has him recording his Brazilian hits in English in order to capitalize on the then-huge Getz-Gilberto- Jobim-Mendes-Astrud market. Marcos' rapid and stunning artistic...
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Double vinyl LP pressing. Digitally remastered reissue of this rare Ethiopan release. Hailu Mergia is a one-man band. In 1985, the master accordionist and veteran bandleader, arranger and keyboardist released the Hailu Mergia & His Classical Instrument cassette. In...
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Highway Yellow Vinyl edition. Experience the musical journey of Bruce Springsteen with this new greatest hits compilation, "Best Of Bruce Springsteen." This exceptional anthology showcases an array of his most iconic songs, tracing five decades of musical excellence from...
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Double vinyl LP pressing.
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Vinyl reissue of the 2000 album from the Italian singer.
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Wau Wau Collectif's second album, Mariage, is instilled with a newfound sense of purpose. Expanding upon the inspirational themes of their acclaimed 2021 debut, Yaral Sa Doom (Educate The Young), this long distance collaboration from musicians in Senegal and...
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Rubinho E Mauro Assumpção's 'Perfeitamente, Justamente Quando Cheguei' has to be up there as one of the finest Brazilian-psych-folk-MPB records we know. Unfortunately, it's very hard to find in the wild; even on digging trips to Brazil, an original...
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Translucent Green Vinyl. In the tropical Carribbean forest a river runs, the streaming water drowning out the rustling of leaves, the pulse of insects and the birds' cry. The song of a man, more powerful than that of the...
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In March 2022, EMPIRE assembled some of Africa's finest singers and songwriters, the musical equivalent of Ocean's Eleven, at a writing camp in San Francisco. The result is Where We Come From, Vol. 1, a 15-track compilation featuring Afrobeats...
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