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VA – John Gómez and Nick the Record Present Tangent [Mr Bongo]
Happy ten year Anniversary to Tangent, one of London’s beloved underground parties. John Gomez and Nick the Record are residents who share some of their favorite tunes frequently played during their events. Released on Mr Bongo, the eighteen track compilation covers a myriad of styles. “Amek Amek” is an infectious blend of West African and Congolese rhythms. “Tet Chaje'” is a funky boogie tune courtesy of Kajou. “Let’s Get High” receives a re-work from Nick the Record. The result is a sixteen minute banger that bridges the gap between deep Disco to eighties synth laden boogie. Most of these tracks are obscure so good luck trying to find them. Luckily you don’t have to search, just sink into this compilation and transport yourself to one of London’s premier hotspots.
https://mrbongo.bandcamp.com/album/john-g-mez-and-nick-the-record-present-tangent
Clyde Beats – Hyper Reality 2 [Atjazz Record Company]
“Hyper Reality 2” is the sophomore release from Clyde Beats. The fifteen track lp is a funk deluxe synth filled beat banger filled with tasty grooves. “It’s Time” features vocalist and songwriter Jane Hamilton. The laidback tune combines soothing vocals and warm chord progressions. “Rising Up” is another funked out track that features funk disciple Amalia. “Unconditional” is another head nodder with warped out synth arrangements and lush vocals. “Snapped” is tailor made for rappers Jakka Blades & Manny Marko. If you listen further you’ll appreciate the way Clyde pushes the envelope beyond boom bap. The arrangements are engaging and creative. This isn’t the type of record you would expect to find from the Atjazz label but it’s definitely worth checking out.
https://clydebeats.bandcamp.com/album/hyper-reality-2-an-english-gentleman
Divorce From New York – Brick Lane [Tokonoma Records]
Alvaro Granda, aka Divorce From New York follows up his 2023 release “Sausalito” with another banger. “Brick Lane” was inspired by his recent visit to West London and it’s bubbling ecosystem of club culture. Indeed the title track sets the tone with funky synths courtesy of Parisian group Quiet Dawn. The tempo downshifts from upbeat to laidback broken beat bliss. “What is Jazz” is another head nod tune filled with warped synths and electro funk grooves. “Copeland Park” navigates between broken beat and house. Drummer Fernando Damon creates an atmosphere of infectious rhythms that will inspire you to dance. Divorce from New York is a producer on the rise. This record further cements that.
17th June 2024
Black Diamond – Say To Yourself [We Jazz Records]
Sun Ra – Stardust From Tomorrow [Strut Records]
Ronnie April’s Positive Energy – Dancers Theme [Jazz Room Records]
Aderemi Kabaka – Funky Lagos [BBE Music]
Rasa – The Dream Is Over [Gopal]
Tom Noble feat. Alice Russel – Moon & Stars [Laws Of Motion]
Jamie Finlay feat. Ellen Beth Abdi – Daylight [Wah Wah 45s]
Steve Cobby – It’s Raining Diamonds On Neptune [Déclassé]
Inkswel & Tableek – Smarter feat. Colonel Red (Drum Machine Version) [Tokyo Dawn Records]
Danny Kuttner & Roy Reemy – Getaway [Siyal Music]
Banda Black Rio – Melissa [Music On Vinyl]
Lagos Thugs feat. Kiala & Ruth Tafébé – Radio Talk [Tangential Music]
RAH & The Ruffcats – Rodeo [Sonar Kollektiv]
Arthur Melo – Saídas [Wonderfulsound]
Culross Close – Reactive State [Esencia]
beatsbyhand – SARS [Stay True Sounds]
Kid Fonque X Jonny Miller feat. Zaki Ibrahim – Migration [Stay True Sounds]
Yuu Udagawa – Spectral (Dub) [Trusted Rhythm Records]
Mike Steva feat. Stevo Atambire – Destiny Song (Henrik Schwarz Remix) [Sondela Recordings]
Quiet Village – Reunion [The Quiet Village]
Tom Noble – Atlast [Laws Of Motion]
OG Wang – Ebony [Boogie Cafe]
Nicola Kramer – Best In Me (Best In Me (Dego And Kaidi 2000 Black Refake) [TrebleO]
10th June 2024
Allysha Joy – Raise Up [First Word Records]
Crackin’ – You’re Winning [Warner Bros. Records]
Insxght – Uptown (Live) [Jazz Re:freshed]
WAAN – Chivat (Live) [Sonar Kollektiv]
Keith Jarrett – IIa [ECM]
Mad SKillz – The Nod Factor [Big Beat]
Jalen Santoy & KAMAE – Lip Service [PLYGRND Music]
Clyde Beats feat. Amalia – Rising Up [Atjazz Record Company]
Arjuna Oakes – Motel [Albert’s Favourites]
Culross Close – Becoming Present [Esencia]
Dr. Sud – Desert Wind [Cognitiva Records]
Quiet Dawn feat. LyricL – Celebrate [First Word Records]
Quiet Dawn feat. Oliver Night – Lost From Life [First Word Records]
Bosq & Kaleta – Mifon [Bacalao]
Àbáse – Menidaso (My Hope) [Bridge The Gap]
Hypaphonik feat. Luthando Mzi – Amandla [Stay True Sounds]
Sonic Juncture – Can’t I Just Be? (Alton Miller Remix) [Dealt With Records]
Scrappy – Don’t Give Up On Love (Long Version) [Still Music]
DFRA – Brown Sugar (Atjazz Remix) [Deeppa Records]
Zero T – Jazz Type Thing [V Recordings]
Unknown – Fight Them (Peshay Mix) [Scam Recordings]
FD – Deep Fake [The North Quarter]
Musclecars – Sugar Honey Iced Tea! [BBE Music]
Brandon Weems and Craig Handfield are Musclecars. Over the last few years they’ve been making a name for themselves for their lush house remixes for a number of artists. “Sugar Honey Ice Tea”, their debut album captures the essence of New York City club culture made famous by some of the legendary local DJs. DJs like the late Larry Levan and Louie Vega, just to name a few are known for injceting a myriad of musical styles seamlessly into their live sets and kept the party rocking. This lp follows the same formula. “Ha Ya” is a deep percussive afro house with a hypnotic chorus. “Tonight” is infectious soulful house with warm vocals. “Circles 11” is the kind of track that would’ve filled the floor at the Paradise Garage back in the day. The duo flex their remixing skills to extend the groove. The end result is a seven minute funk deluxe banger with a pulsating groove and ear popping percussion. Get to know this duo. Based on this impressive release they should be around for a long time.
3rd June 2024
Bruk Rogers feat. Onj & Roberta Silva – 2 Deusa [Tru Thoughts Recordings]
Omar – It’s So [Omar Music]
Bread & Souls feat. Paul Randolph – I See You [Mashibeats]
Hatti Vatti – Zwierciadło [R&S Records]
2fox feat. Laville – Elevation [Soul Clap Records]
Shaka – Magic Plan [Mate]
Mark E – Sleeping Giant [Merc]
St. Germain – Thank U, Mum (Everything You Did) [F. Communications]
Ambient Jazz Ensemble – I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun [Here & Now Recordings]
Nicola Conte – Wanin Moon [Schema Records]
Vinícius Mendes – Variações [Notes On A Journey]
Sean Khan Presents The Modern Folk & Jazz Ensemble – Solid Air [Acid Jazz]
Greg Foat & Gigi Masin – Viento Calido [Strut Records]
Photek – Can’t Come Down [Science]
Perikás – Laberinto [Mr Bongo]
RAH & The Ruffcats – Sorry [Sonar Kollektiv]
K.O.G feat. Pat Thomas – Odo Sronko [Pura Vida Sounds/Heavenly Sweetness]
Machinedrum feat. Mick Jenkins & Jesse Boykins III – Weary [Ninja Tune]
Farma G & Wish Master feat. Sonnyjim – Creme De La Creme [False Idols]
Common & Pete Rock – Wise Up
Potatohead People – Follow Your Heart [Bastard Jazz Recordings]
People – Upside Down [Tramp Records]
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.
VA – Family Affair Vol.3 [Razor-N-Tape]
New York based label Razor n Tape continues to deliver essential House and dance tracks with the release of “Family Affair Vol. 3”. “2gether” by Yuu Udagawa instantly grabs your ear with a neck snapping beat and infectious chords. DJ/Producer Cody Currie, a frequent contributor to the label delivers another banger with heart pounding “Ghost”. Other notables such as the boogie tune “Doctors Orders” make this essential listening for house heads and dance enthusiasts. The third installment of this series is just as enjoyable as Vol.1 & 2.
Feiertag – Roots [Sonar Kollektiv]
Joris Feiertag, aka Feiertag is a dutch based drummer/producer from the Netherlands. “Roots”, his third release on Sonar Kollektiv is a fresh concoction of tasty uptempo electronic grooves laced with live instrumentation. There’s a number of talented vocalists on board lifting the compositions to greater heights. “Keep Your Head Up” percolates with warm percussive rhythms aligned with the falsetto vocals of Noah Slee. UK Poet Nego True appears on two tracks, the laid back “Love Hills” and the infectious banger “Feel Me”. “Law Of Attraction” has a slow burning lovers rock kind of vibe that features Oshun. Fellow labelmate Pete Josef adds his golden voice to the joyful “Give A Little”. Although the lineup is impressive it’s Feiertag’s array of creative compositions that ignite this disc. This is a joyful listen throughout that’s worthy of your attention.