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Black Man's Cry: The Inspiration of Fela Kuti Box Set CD

covers and music inspired by the godfather of Afro-Beat

It's pretty common knowledge that Fela Kuti created afro-beat. His influence on not only that genre, but untold others is undeniable. This collection of Fela covers (approved by his estate) and Fela-inspired songs has been lovingly compiled by Egon and released by Now Again, who really know how to do it up when it comes to compilations. To wit: the CD comes packaged inside of a hard-cover book filled with stories, liner notes and never-before-seen photos of Fela Kuti. This is an excellent celebration of not only Fela and his music, but the music he inspired in others. Recommended.
reviewed by Hires

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Dancehall 2: The Rise of Jamaican Dancehall Culture 2CD

excellent reggae collection for intermediate to advanced collector

With their first Dancehall compilation, Soul Jazz had to include many obligatory, consensus selections (ie. "Murder She Wrote") to set the stage. Don't get me wrong, it was still one of the best dancehall comps ever. With the second volume, Soul Jazz has hit their true stride, stretching deeper into the genre for a selection that will have all the 7" collectors, spliff-heads and trustafarians buzzing (selections by Blood & Fire founder Steve Barrow). Double disc featuring 24 unmixed tracks, fold-out packaging, a liner notes booklet. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Madlib
Madlib Medicine Show No.1: Before The Verdict CD

raw beats from Madlib and raps by Guilty Simpson

Madlib is ready to take 2010 by storm. The blunted beat monster has promised to drop 12(!) CDs this year, one every month for the ENTIRE YEAR on his own Madlib Invazion imprint. Talk about a tall order, but if anyone can deliver on something as crazy as this it would be Madlib! This is the first of the one-a-month, 12 CD series (odd numbers in the series are original albums, even numbers are mixtapes), and features Madlib droppin' his signature rough and rugged beats for Detroit's premier rough and rugged MC, Guilty Simpson. The two smash through 17 tracks of raw, unadulterated hip-hop with only two guest spots - one from MED and one from J Dilla (a previously unreleased interlude from the Jaylib sessions). Many of the tracks are dubbed as "OJ Simpson" remixes, foreshadowing the 'Lib & Guilty collab album of the same name coming out in the near future. Heavyweight hip-hop material.
reviewed by snackmaster

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Tudo Ben: Jorge Ben Covered CD

cover versions of one of Brazil's most important musicians

One of the most important musicians in Brazi's modern music history, Jorge Ben was a prolific musician who helped drive the Tropicalia, Black Rio, and pop movements. This well-curated selection collects 26 Jorge Ben cover versions, ranging from super-rare to known (leaning more towards the rare). Top notch job again by London's Mr Bongo. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Al Kent Presents Disco Love: Rare Disco & Soul Uncovered 2CD

mixed and unmixed deep disco and soul rarities

Al Kent is the man behind the Million Dollar Disco label, the Million Dollar Disco Orchestra, and the recent Secret Sounds album, and if there is one thing that is certain, this guy knows his disco! For his latest release on BBE, Kent goes through his deep crates of wax and selects and mixes his favorite soul and disco joints from the 70's. Many are lesser known tracks that only the deepest of disco heads would recognize or own, but thanks to this compilation dancefloors around the world can enjoy these juicy rarities. In addition, Kent has gone out of his way and personally edited many of the tracks for a smoother disco experience and has even included a bonus disc of UNMIXED tracks for all the DJs out there. Check some of these groovin' sounds: tomorrow's People's "Lets Get With The Beat(1)," Patricia White's "Cosmic Disco(2)," Black Rock's "New York City Bump (3)," The Midas Touch's "The Night Life(4)," Quinn Harris' "I Will Always Love You(5)," William V. Gee's "Rockin On Down(6)," Ross Carnegie and Co.'s "F Minor Disco(7)," New Ghetto Express' "Standing On The Verge of Getting It On(8)" and Sweet Daddy Floyd's "I Just Can't Help Myself(9)." Incredible stuff through and through for the disco soul lovers packaged with detailed liner notes about each track from Kent himself.
reviewed by snackmaster


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DJ Russian Bear
Island Maxing CD

reggae mix with some afro-beat, latin, soul

With technical aptitude and a finely-tuned ear for digging, DJ Russian Bear delivers us 34 surefire gems to max out to in any season. Whether you're escaping the dead of winter or eluding the sticky summer, the Bear blends rare and forgotten tracks into this light-a-fatty mix guaranteed to have your mind sailing off to its own tropical island. A roots reggae mix at its core, what sets this CD apart is its versatility. Russian Bear seamlessly goes from reggae to afrobeat to latin to funk and soul, (even Ashford and Simpson make it onto this tape) all the while maintaining the overall vibe, flow and laid-back island feel.
reviewed by Neil Nice


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Diplo
Decent Work For Decent Pay: Selected Works Vol.1 CD

colllection of diplo remixes

Doesn't it seem like it was yesterday that Thingamajawn was coming out on Money Studies? And now the guy's nominated for a Grammy. They grow up so fast! This CD kind of serves as an early career retrospective, featuring a selection of both early original productions and official remixes that have been released over the last few years. Early cuts like "Newsflash(1)" mingle with productions for other artists (Kano's "Reload It(2)" and, the mother of them all, "Paper Planes(3)") as well as remixes for artists like Hot Chip(4), CSS(5) and Peter, Bjorn and John(6). The CD also features a bonus media folder containing MP3s for the other versions of Diplo Riddim (Pantera Os Danadinhos' "Percao" and Vybz Kartel's "Baby"), the Johnny Blaze Remix of "Way More" off of the Florida LP, Diplo's remix of Spoon's "Don't You Evah," as well as the video for "Percao." 15 Tracks total, Recommended.
reviewed by Hires

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Hudson Mohawke
Butter CD

futuristic beats, recommended

Wow, Hudson Mohawke has been putting in the work for this one. From the opening moments, this album literally bursts with new styles. Graduating from the post-Dilla beats school, Mohawke has created his own class, putting together fusion, new age, early 2000 jiggy, and really strong artificially flavored candy. This shit is so future with its science fiction references and strong halcyon sheen. It reminds me of those alternative dimension books (Prometheus Rising and lucid dreaming!) I used to read in college. I thought the cover art was really odd, but it all makes sense when you take a listen. 18 tracks in all, recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Oh No
Dr. No's Ethiopium CD

36 short beat sketches based on Egon's Ethiopian record collection

Oh No follows up Dr. No's Oxperiment by diving again into Egon's record collection for a region-based instrumental beat album. This time he's offered up and album inspired-by and sampled-from rare 60s and 70s Ethiopian funk, jazz, folk, soul and psychedelic rock. Even if you've never heard an instrument tuned to qenet modes before, even if you're more into ballads than you are tezetas, Oh No's transformative effect on his source material will blow you away in its otherworldy funkiness.
reviewed by Stones Throw

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Buraka Som Sistema
Fabric #49 CD

global club sounds

Portuguese trio Buraka Som Sistema take the reigns for the 49th entry in Fabric's vaunted mix series, and it's a doozie. If you're a fan of the group's global club sound, you should definitely be happy with this mix; the tracks included contain elements of house, dubstep, reggae/dancehall, baltimore club and more. Among the artists included are Dre Skull, Ku Bo, Diplo, Laidback Luke, Skream, L-Vis 1990, Harvard Bass, Major Lazer, Crime Mob, and of course several cuts from Buraka Som Sistema themselves. All in all there's 28 tracks blended into a mix that's just over an hour long.
reviewed by Hires


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Mark E
Mark E Works 2005-2009 CD

top shelf disco and slow house edits, pick

Mark E has proven to be a favorite among Lab heads (and heads in-the- know around the globe) with his unique brand of hypnotically grooving disco and slow house (nothing over 115 it seems) edits, remixes and productions. This excellent compilation on his own MERC label collects some of the finest tracks he has put out in the last half of the 00's. If you missed out on the vinyl when these were released this is a fantastic way to catch up on some truly grooving sounds for the discerning dancefloor. Superb sounds all around, from the classy disco of "Sun Shadow(1)," the slow stomping funk of "You(2)," slow burning house of "Slave 1(3)," the cosmic psych rock of "Smiling(4)" and "Plastic People(5)," the supremely smooth Detroit style of "Night Mover(6)," hypnotic disco on "Raygun(7)" and the track that was the original Lab sensation, "RnB Drunkie(8)." Masterful stuff. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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The Minimal Wave Tapes, Vol.1 CD

early ancestors of synth pop and new wave

If you're not up on your genres, Minimal Wave is primitive synth music, predominantly recorded in the early 1980s, and it basically sounds like the soundtrack to an educational film you might have watched in high school. Seriously, I felt like I should have been watching a video about photosynthesis when I listened to some of these, and I mean that in a good way. These songs were compiled by Stones Throw grand-honcho Peanut Butter Wolf and Veronica Vasicka, who founded Minimal Wave Records, so you know it doesn't get much more legit than that (they even took the time to give you a history of each artist here in the liner notes!). Not just a great introduction to the genre, but an excellent way to hear the seeds for synth pop, new wave and italo disco being planted. Recommended.
reviewed by Hires

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Andres
Andres II CD

diverse soulful Detroit house, disco and beats

Expanded CD version of Andres II on Mahogani music. Even if you previously copped the now sold-out vinyl, this version is definitely worth checking out with 19(!) more tracks of soulful Detroit music. The album kinda plays out like an awesome late night Detroit radio show, complete with sexy-voiced hostess and plenty of short little sketches and snippets between tracks (reminds me Dilla's Donuts in a way). The music itself runs the gamut of styles showcasing the wide span of Andres' production - ranging from house, soul, latin grooves, underground funk, tough hip-hop beats, broken beat, and even some turntablist action! Pretty sample-heavy, but done with finesse and style (like label head Moodymann). So much tasty stuff to sink into here but I'll leave you with a few standouts to check: Disco house grooves on "Physical Rush(1)," latin soul & R&B vibes on "Step Pattern (2)" and the smooth sounds of "Change My Mind(3)" and Step To The Side(4)," the hip hop bump on "Walk On Through(5)," the uptempo vocal house track "Learn To Love(6)" featuring sexy vocals by Monica Blaire, hype old school style dance breaks (that could go well even in a bmore set) on "The Essence(7)," sample disco heat on "Love Heals(8)," hard funk on "Soul Brother Be Another(9)," a gangster version of Share Vari on "Sha's Revenge(10)," and "Must Be Organized(11)/DJ Dez Live on The Cut(12)" that proves he gots skills behind the decks. 30 tracks total. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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Spinbad
Fabric Live #14 CD

Revisiting some of the past greats from the Fabric Live catalogue, couldn't pass this one up. It's Spinbad in serious work mode circa 2004- that means all NY hip hop all the way (well just about, there's one Mystikal track on here too), with plenty of his signature blends, doubles and scratching. The guy is a professional in every sense of the word, and while it woulda been cool if he revisited some of his 80s Mix, Spinbad could make an awesome mixtape out of First Family records. His selection is really on some "this is what I would play in a NY club for an hour" stuff- starts mid 90s a "Déjà Vu" blend, Blahzay Blahzay, Crooklyn Clan, ODB, then onto mid school classics (BDP, Special Ed, Black Sheep, Eric B & Rakim), then to the old school (Sugarhill, Flash, Run DMC) and finally finishing off with uptempo favorites "The Creator" & "Treat Em Right." Not too many risks being taken, but that's not what this is about: the payoff is in the details. And even though it's only been a couple years since this was made, it feels like a time capsule of the perfect NY hip hop set from many worlds ago, a time and aesthetic that's probably gone for good.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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Diplo
Fabric Live #24 CD

Fabric gave Diplo free reign on this mix, as he compiles and mixes 26 tracks, many which have been crucial in his sets for the last couple years. Hollertronix-defining stuff like The Cure, Cybotron, Debbie Deb, Hashim, Aphex Twin, Cajmere, MIA, Outkast, and Le Tigre. He also reveals some new secret weapons, constantly amazing me how all over the place he is while maintaining his sound. Packaged in a metal case.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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Rub N Tug
Fabric Live #30 CD

Rub N Tug take their leftfield disco-electro crack game to the Fabric series. This mix focuses more on contemporary 12"s than previous RNT mixes. Sharp Lab DM buyers should be able to name drop a third of the selections here, but the other part is where Rub N Tug make their name, presenting records you've never heard of or would never dream of playing. Of all the DJs we know, these guys are one of the best at creating their own style and selecting the records that other djs don't play. 17 fully mixed tracks from Jesse Rose, Emperor Machine, Serge Santiago, Ame, Nemesi, Dondolo, Gary Martin, Claude Vonstroke, Slok, and others. Packaged in a metal case.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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Spank Rock
Fabric Live #33 CD

Ever since we put out his first 12" here at lab, Spank Rock has been making some serious power moves - Big Dada, tours, and now Fabric Live. Their mix series is as official as it gets when it comes to tastemaking in the DJ world. Although this mix isn't rare or obscure it's clear they're all about the jam. The whole crew comes out for this one: producers and DJs XXXchange, Chris Rockswell, Ronnie Darko, Tyler Pope on guitar, MC's Spankrock, Pase Rock and Amanda Blank. They take practically every hot song from last year and mix it into one killer set that's an hour plus. Check some of the selections: CSS' "Let's Make Love And Listen To DFA - Spank Rock Edit," Dominatrix's "The Dominatrix Sleeps Tonight," Zongamin's "Bongo Song," Yes' "Owner Of A Lonely Heart," Yello's "Bostitch," Para One "DunDun Dun," Simian Mobile Disco's "Huslter," Bonde Do Role's "Melo Do Tobaco - XXXchange Remix With The Ford Granada," and Gaz Nevada's "I.C. Love Affair." Although, I know practically all these cuts, I'm not really hatin' that much. For anyone that doesn't live in NY, care about music blogs and the creme de la creme of what's new, it's a sureshot. Plus they mix it so clean with Spankrock and XXXchange remixes and Spankrock and Amanda blank spittin vocals, it's hard to believe it's all done live. Recommended for drunk dancin' in the summertime.
reviewed by C'mish

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James Murphy & Pat Mahoney
Fabric Live #36 (DFA) CD

DFA honcho James Murphy and fellow LCD-collaborator Patrick Mahoney team up for this sprawling 24 track mix. If you want to gauge the hotness of this release, just know that it sold out straight out the box at our LA store. Yes, it's rare we get to see the gears behind one of the most influential underground bands, and the selection definitely does not disappoint. It relies heavily on the current NYC slow-disco sound tapping on releases from Environ, Rong, Balihu, DFA, and numerous white labels. The selection also includes many under the table classics from Donald Byrd, Love Of Life Orchestra, Chic, Was (Not Was), Lenny Williams, and others. Packaged in the usual Fabric metal case.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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Metro Area
Fabric #43 CD

The long awaited Metro Area installment of the Fabric mix series. The NYC duo gives up all the goods here. Rather than the easy route of Environ and NYC new disco selections, they really show us what they're about, selecting the rare, novel, and unexpected. Save for a handful of tracks, the 23 tracks are mostly new to my nerdus knowledge. These guys always give it their mental all. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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A-Trak
Fabric Live #45 CD

Over the last couple years A-Trak has been making the transition from hip-hop scratch prodigy to globe trotting club DJ, and he cements himself as a fixture in the latter category with his new Fabric Live mix. Mr. Trak weaves electro, house and Baltimore Club sounds (including several of his own tracks and selections Fool's Gold Records, the label he runs with Nick Catchdubs). Of course, we all know that no scratch nerd can ever really stop scratching, so you'll also hear cuts and routines sprinkled into the mix as well. Includes songs from DJ Class, Dance Area, Laidback Luke, Nacho Lovers, Friendly Fires, Gant-Man, Skepta, Metronomy and more. 70 minutes long, 25 tracks total.
reviewed by Hires


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Gaslamp Killer
All Killer: Finders Keepers Records Mixed By The Gaslamp Killer CD

rare psych gems from the Finders Keepers catalog mixed by GLK

Who better than the motherf*ckin' GLK to tackle the insanely deep Finders Keepers catalog for a mix? Nobody, that's who! Our man Gaslamp does a seriously sick job mixing up tracks from the first 20 Finders Keepers releases. Only the rarest and most potent psych, fuzz, and folk rock from around the world gets handpicked and repressed on Finders Keepers so you can bet GLK was positively amped at the chance to dive in and do his thing... and the outcome is nothing short of masterful! Psychedelic breaks for days, spooky interludes, dubbed-out synth madness, trippy experiments in sound, plus dope scratching to boot for just about an hour to blow your mind. Includes tracks from Ersen, Vampires of Dartmoore, Sarolta Zalatnay, Bruno Spoerri, Selda, Mustafa Ozkent, and much much more.
Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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DJ Soulscape
More Sound Of Seoul (Korean Funk) CD

recommended mix of rare korean rock, soul, jazz

Incredible, never thought I'd see a volume two, but Soulscape just had someone hand-deliver these from Seoul! The first volume of this Korean diggers' series sold out very quickly, and with good reason, you're not going to find this stuff anywhere else (still have my Peter Luger porterhouse bet open). Soulscape gives us a little background: "The Postwar Korean Peninsula was a melting pot where different cultures from the east and west collide. The music business grew significantly as clubs were founded around the US military bases and musicians playing for the clubs had interpreted and localized rock, jazz, soul, and boogaloo in various styles. However, such unique music was suppressed and vanished for the political interests of the military regime in the mid 70s an it still remains discontinued and underestimated." DEEP! Essential for Koreans and record heads. 40 tracks mixed, one hour, recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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DJ Soulscape
The Sound Of Seoul (Korean Funk) CD

Internet celeb Mr. Kim introduced me to this mix by Seoul's DJ Soulscape. You should pick this up on principle alone; I'd bet a Luger porterhouse that you'll won't find a mix of Korean rock, soul, disco, and boogaloo anywhere else (of this caliber too). From Korean heritage myself, this definitely reveals a side of motherland that I've never experienced. Thanks, Soulscape. Over one hour, untracked. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Mayer Hawthorne
Soul With A Hole, Vol.1 CD

rare soul nuggets mixed

First volume in the second series of Stones Throw's 45 mix CDs (the first ones were the Yo! 45 Raps by PBW & J Rocc) this time focusing on rare soul as implied by the title (Soul With A Hole). 24 rare original 45s are hand picked and mixed by Mayer Hawthorne (aka DJ Haircut) and you can bet this thing is just oozing with pure, vintage soul. If you like Mayer's contemporary productions, you're gonna love these cuts as they are the real inspiration for his sound. Includes tracks from Brothers Of Soul, Otis Leavil, Continental Four, Frankie Karl and the Dreams, Final Decisions, Sly Slick And Wicked, The Tenth Dymentions, Four Mints, The Admirations, Jimmy Clark, and others you haven't heard of before. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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The Real Sound Of Chicago: Underground Disco From The Windy City 2CD

rare 70s and early 80s disco from the Chi-Town

Incredible collection of rare underground disco from BBE & Chicago's premier record spot, Mr. Peabody Records. World class DJs, producers, rare music lovers, and collectors know Mr. Peabody's to be THE spot for awesome records, and for The Real Sound of Chicago, the store's owners Mark Grusane and Mike Cole have opened up the vaults to their own hidden gems for dancefloors around the world to enjoy. These tracks are certainly DEEP (I haven't heard of any of these) and shockingly good. From soulful cosmic dance oddity that is Premonition's "Your Love Is In The Pocket(1)," to the boogie grooves of Lajohn & Sheela's "Too Far Gone(2)," Billy Hinton's "The Challenge (3)," Maxx Traxx's "Don't Touch It(4)," and On Stage's "Hooked On Your Love(5)," sweet jazzy soul like Martin L. Dumas Jr.'s "Attitude, Belief, and Determination(6)" and Ghalib Ghallab's "School Days(7)," soulful disco like Expo's "Road To Sunshine(8)," Tomorrow's People's "Open Soul(9)," Moore Brother's "Bass Come Back(10)," Fantasie's "The Composer(11)" and Lonnie Givens "Runnin' To A Disco(12)," and pumping disco heaters like Brighter Side Of Darkness' "Disco Ball(13)," you'd be hard pressed to find a collection like this for the price. Top notch stuff all around, and you can forget about getting originals so get with this! 24 tracks total over 2CDs with detailed liner notes about each and every track. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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John Morales
The M&M Mixes: NYC Underground Disco Anthems 2CD

unreleased versions of classic boogie and disco from remix pioneer

Essential collection of previously unreleased material from remix and edit pioneer John Morales. If you've ever picked up an early 80's Salsoul disco 12", you've seen his name (or at least an "M&M" mix with partner Sergio Munzibai), and here BBE has compiled never before released versions of his most influential jams from the era. Check out these unheard versions of classic Salsoul disco anthems like Logg's "I Know You Will(1)" (so used to hearing the Levan version, but this one is killer!) and "You've Got That Something(2)," Inner Life's "Ain't No Mountain High Enough(3)," Universal Robot Band's classic (and BBE name-sake) "Barely Breaking Even(4)," and Funk Deluxe's slick groover "This Time(5)." In addition to all these classics, you also get a nice collection of underground favorites that Morales had a hand in mixing like Tony Adderly's TOUGH boogie jam "I Ain't Mad At You(6)," Curtis Hairston's grown & sexy "I Want You (All Tonight)(7)," and Ronnie Dyson's "All Over Your Face(8)." Also included are a few rare demo versions that have never seen the light of day. 19 tracks total and worth every penny. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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Keb Darge & Paul Weller Present Lost & Found: Real R'n'B & Soul CD

rare 50s and 60s R&B

Keb Darge's Lost And Found series is no joke, dude always comes correct with gems that you'd have to do some serious digging to unearth. This edition of the series focuses on R&B and soul from the 50s and 60s, and the quality is high as usual. I've never heard of any of these acts before (except for Tammi Terrell, who does a great version of "All I Do Is Think About You" here), but trust, there's not a dud on here. Anyone who digs old school R&B, northern soul, Motown, etc. is going to like this one. 28 tracks in total, 15 selected by Darge and 13 more selected by Paul Weller.
reviewed by Hires


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Forge Your Own Chains: Heavy Psychedelic Ballads And Dirges 1968-1974 CD w/ FREE Fan Club 45

heavy psyche comp by Egon and Stones Throw crew

LAB EXCLUSIVO: purchase this CD and receive the corresponding Stones Throw Fan Club for free.

This is as close as record digging gets to "grown and sexy." Now Again strikes again with a 15 track compilation of heavy psyche compiled by label head Egon. There's been numerous bootleg psyche comps that have trickled to collectors over the years, but this official compilation wipes the slate clean and allows even the newbie to get deep into this nerdus genre. Here's what the label has to say:

"Those of us birthed into record collecting by the Hip Hop midwife revered Jimi Hendrix as well as James Brown. We searched for albums by Mulatu Astatke and Power of Zeus with the same fervor," Egon writes in his introduction to the comp. Forge Your Own Chains showcases music from all corners of the world: Colombia, Nigeria, Sweden, South Korea, Thailand and Iran. The focus is on melody, driving rhythms and accessibility. Not one song is included on this compilation because it is from a "rare" album. Certainly, many of these songs do spring from albums that exchange hands for many thousands of dollars and many of these songs have never seen reissue. But these songs are all beautiful in their own right and work to form a coherent album. Psychedelic records, long the mainstay of older, grizzled collectors and seemingly quaint, are, in the hands of Egon and those of his generation, giving up new ghosts.

15 tracks in all, includes a 40 page detail booklet. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Mayer Hawthorne
A Strange Arrangement Deluxe CD + 3"

modern soul with classic Motown influences

NOTE: This is the deluxe edition that comes in extra fancy gatefold packaging and includes a unique 3" vinyl (smallest record I've ever
seen) featuring 2 bonus tracks not on the album.

Full length debut for Mayer Hawthorne on Stones Throw! The Detroit native burst into the scene with his first single "Just Ain't Gonna Work Out(1)" (which we sold through tons of on red heart shaped vinyl), and now he's back with an entire album of raw, true to the essence soul music to prove he's for real. Mayer lets it loose throughout the entire LP - laying down wonderful arrangements ranging from burning slow jammers reminiscent of the Dramatics ("I Wish It Would Rain(2)" and "Shiny & New(3)") to uptempo hip shakers like the Temptations or Four Tops ("Your Love Ain't Pleasin'(4)" and "One Track Mind(5)"). He really goes for it 110% on the vocals too, even hitting falsetto highs a la Curtis Mayfield on tracks like "The Ills (6)." Also check standouts like "Green Eyed Love(7)," the title track (8), and his previously released single "Maybe So, Maybe No(9)." Refreshing and honest music through and through that makes you feel good. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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Orchestre Poly-Rythmo de Cotonou
The Vodoun Effect: Funk & Sato From Benin's Obscure Labels 1972-1975 CD

rare West African funk and rock

Yet another gem from Orchestre Poly-Rythmo dug up by the folks over at Analog Africa. This volume focuses on the songs that they released for small Benin record labels on the sly, when the head of their main label was tending to his other business. Because these small labels often had limited budgets for equipment, the quality varies and most of these songs were recorded in one take. This is pretty rare stuff, most of these had only been distributed in small runs within the town of Benin, and haven't been widely released until Analog Africa got their hands on them. If you're into Western African funk and rock, this CD is a treasure trove of undiscovered sounds. 14 tracks total, packaged with a very detailed 43-page booklet that tells the history of the group and their songs. Recommended.
reviewed by Hires

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Colombia: The Golden Age of Discos Fuentes 1960-76 CD

CD includes 3 new tracks not available on the LP. All the info you need on this one is right in the title: hand-picked by those crafty Soundway folks (who did that cool Panama comp last year), this import-only CD features 17 gems from the vaults of Colombia's largest and longest-running record label, Discos Fuentes. Just like the label, this comp contains a wide variety of Latin styles (cumbia, salsa, calypso, gaita, etc.), but there are outside influences popping up all over - just check the psychedelic harmonies on Frunk y Sus Tesos' "Improvisando(1)." Los Corraleros de Majagual's 10+ minute descarga take on "El Mondongo(2)" is pretty spicy, but nothing here begs to be chopped by a DJ like Pedro Laza's horn-heavy "La Picua(3)." Also check Michi Sarmiento's "Hong Kong(4)" and the wild cumbia of "La Piojosa(5)" - "The Flea-Bitten Woman." This is the type of thing we could throw on all day long in the office and nobody would complain. Recommended.
reviewed by Chris Lemon-Red

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Cosmic Balearic Beats, Vol.1 CD

If you're gonna pick up any "cosmic" mix make it this one 'cause Eskimo done did it right. Cosmic Balearic Beats vol. 1 features 13 exclusive and unreleased gems from an all-star cast of artists and producers - seamlessly mixed together by Skinny Joey to take you astral travellin' to the beaches of outer space and beyond. Seriously, you can get lost in a deep trance listening to this so be forewarned (best listened to chilled out or stoned). Check the stellar selection of tracks from the likes of In Flagranti, Lullabies in the Dark, Stratus, Bottin, Lovelock, Spektrum, Coyote, Maelstrom, Rubber Room, and more. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble CD

recommended soul jazz funk

From performing on the streets of NYC, to touring with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and to this official album release on the UK's Honest Jon's, the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble has come a long way. Touring the world as we speak, this group of brothers definitely have that star quality (see them live and you'll know what I mean); they're only going to get bigger. Very guarded with their recorded music (they've been self releasing slim line CDs since 04), this deluxe packaged album is a Haley's Comet for Hypnotic fans. They went into a real studio to record this, and you can tell the difference immediately. They also incorporated some big name guests like Flea and Tony Allen on "Marcus Garvey(1)," Damon Alburn on "Rabbit Hop(2)," and Malcolm Catto on several tracks. There's also definitive versions of several of their hits including "Aylo(3)" (a song written by their father Philip Cohran), "Balicki Bone(4), Flipside(5), Hypnotic(6)" and more. Rock solid from beginning to end. 13 tracks in all, recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Panama! 3: Calypso Panameno, Guajira Jazz & Cumbia Tipica on the Isthmus 1960-75 CD

rare Panamanian music compiled by Quantic

Panama! 3 is the latest edition of the much lauded and heavily championed Panama compilations and continues to explore the extraordinary dimensions of Panamanian music during the 1960s and 70s. Panama! 3 digs that little bit deeper into the cross-cultural soul of the Isthmus with track selections from Will Holland (Quantic) alongside Panama! series compilers Roberto Gyemant and Miles Cleret.Due to its totally unique geographical location connecting North and South America, Panama's music is a soulful blend of Latin American, Caribbean, European and indigenous forms. From bilingual calypsos to guajira jazz, from tropical guarachas to cumbia tamboreras, Panamanian musicians fearlessly combined and brilliantly executed styles that reflected their multicultural environment during a turbulent time in the young country's history. This collection presents more of the golden age of Panamanian music and the music of the combos nacionales on rare recordings that have never been released outside the isthmus until now.
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Freedom Rhythm & Sound: Revolutionary Jazz & The Civil Rights Movement 1963-82 2CD

jazz from the Civil Rights era compiled

Freedom Rhythm & Sound features the work of revolutionary jazz artists who created new radical music infused with the values of Martin Luther King, Malcolm X and the civil rights movement of the 1960s. Self-determination, economic power and musical freedoms explode as the avant-garde collided with Black Power and Afro-centricity. Released to coincide with the book by Gilles Peterson and Stuart Baker on Soul Jazz Records, this album is jam-packed with super rare, deep jazz from artists many of which all feature heavily in the new book. These include Mary Lou Williams, Art Ensemble of Chicago, Sun Ra, Phil Cohran and many more. 23 tracks with full liner notes and photos, all packaged in a gatefold digipack. Recommended.
reviewed by Soul Jazz

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People's Potential Unlimited
Family Album CD

most of PPU's vinyl catalog on CD for the first time

PPU comes through once again! If you missed out on all the awesome vinyl releases, then this CD is the perfect way to catch up on what you've been missing. The PPU family album features most of the PPU vinyl singles, available for the first time ever on CD plus 2 new tracks from George Smallwood and Saavy exclusive to the CD. From the bestselling 12" that started it all from Midnight Express(1), to the hot 7"s from Sir Bentley(2), Crunch(3,4), J.P.s Force(5), Ballplayers(6), Cardell Funk Machine(7), and Caprice(8), you can be sure that People's Potential delivers the goods when it comes to unknown disco boogie heat! 18 tracks total. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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Live At The Get Back, Vol.6 (John Doe, Phoreyz, Meaty Ogre) CD

live mix from Vegas' funkiest soul dance party

If you find yourself in Las Vegas on the first Friday of the month, The Get Back is where you want to be. The monthly dance party has gained a rep for getting people loose by delivering heavy funk and soul from the finest of guest DJs (past guests include Z-trip, Nickodemus, Melo-D, Nu-Mark, Rhettmatic, Jrocc, D-Styles, etc). Hear for yourself how they throw down on this live recording from 2009 featuring sets from resident DJs John Doe, Phoreyz, and Danny Boy, plus guest sets from Chicago beatsmith Meaty Ogre and Renato. Fiery funk all the way through for about 80 minutes. Turn it loose!
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J-Rocc
Syndromes, Vol.2 CD

Deluxe reissue in digi-pack! Soul Strutters and cassette heads, this will flash you back to the good ol' days. Sequel to the original Syndromes mix, where J-Rocc gets all record nerdy, applying his mix skills to a rare, sampled tracklist that includes: Phil Ranelin, Archie Whitewater, Junior Mance, Bill Withers, Electric Prunes, Lou Donaldson, Monk Higgins, Les McCann, Ramsey Lewis, Ahmad Jamal, and others digger catch phrases. And when applicable, he throws in bits of the modern sample-using track; but in a really creative manner (like scratching "Alchoholic Vibes"; into "Vibes From the Tribe"). People just don't make crafted, finessed mixes like this anymore (did they ever?). Another one for the library. RECOMMENDED.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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J-Rocc
Taster's Choice #1 (Brazil) CD

If you haven't figured out already, J-Rocc mixes are probably the finest in the mixtape game. He's unparalleled when it comes to skills, track selection, and overall listener satisfaction. The Taster's Choice series is rather low budget in production (slim-line with a color-copied covers), but who the hell cares? This is volume one which focuses on Brazilian music. He starts the mix with standards by Sergio Mendes, Cal Tjader, and Jorge Ben. Then with a track labeled simply "Hype Shit" he gets deeper into his collection with Kenyatta, Que 2, Tempo 70, Azymuth, and a track labeled "Classic Shit." The 16 track selection ends with a unlisted 17th track, a belly rumbling boogaloo ending. Dictated by the music style (and probably the rareness of these records), there's no Beat Junkie trick mixing or blends on this volume, just simple mixes. 60 minutes.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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J-Rocc
Taster's Choice #2 (Hip-Hop & Soul) CD

If you haven't figured out already, J-Rocc mixes are probably the finest in the mixtape game. He's unparalleled when it comes to skills, track selection, and overall listener satisfaction. The Taster's Choice series is rather low budget in production (slim-line with a color-copied covers), but who the hell cares? This is volume two and gets into J-Rocc's soulful hip-hop set. When he's in this mode, J-Rocc goes all-over to find his sound. Within in the first 5 selections alone, he travels from J.Rawls to Fela to Pete Rock protege INI to old school Tribe to classic J.Dilla era Slum Village. He also sprinkles in some mean soul jazz from Eddie Jefferson, Horace Silver, and Roy Ayers. Extra bonus here is that you get four J-Rocc break edits and a cool as hell Madvillain original. 16 tracks in all. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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J-Rocc
Taster's Choice #3 (Classics) CD

If you haven't figured out already, J-Rocc mixes are probably the finest in the mixtape game. He's unparalleled when it comes to skills, track selection, and overall listener satisfaction. The Taster's Choice series is rather low budget in production (slim-line with a color-copied covers), but who the hell cares? This is volume three and explores J-Rocc's specialty sweet spot: old school hip-hop and classics. As expected, he absolutely destroys it with mix tricks, blends, and flow. Witness him kill doubles of Chuck Chill Out's "I'm Large" Instrumental (mental note: see if it's available on 12") or listen to him tease out the intros of "Juice" and "The Creator." He then moves into a breaks section starting off with 2 cut and paste classics from Double Dee & Steinski and Cut Chemist & Numark, followed by classics such as "Melting Pot, Let A Woman Be A Man, Tighten Up (a four minute doubled up cover version!), Honey Bee (Wu Tang samples stretched to perfection), DJ Shadow-sampled Buddy Miles break, and finally ending with some mellow comedown tracks (a wicked cover of Sunny and RAMP's "Sunshine"). 17 tracks in all. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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J-Rocc
Taster's Choice #5 CD

J-Rocc's Taster's Choice series is an underground phenomenon, you just may not know it yet. Each volume targets a different genre (previous volumes included Brazilian, classic hip-hop, dance classics etc.); and each genre gets dismantled as J does what only he can do. Number 5 (possibly the final chapter?) in the series focuses on jazz records, and it sounds as if you're sitting in J's room as he masterfully mixes his way through his favorite crates, playing records that you've never even seen before. Dictated by the genre (and probably market value), J keeps the tricky stuff to a minimum and focuses on selection, interesting transitions, and the occasional break blend. 22 tracks, ridiculously deep. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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El Michels Affair
Enter The 37th Chamber (Wu-Tang Covers) CD

When those first Wu-Tang covers 7"s dropped, it was definitely a lightbulb moment for the El Michels Affair. The response was rabid (we moved hundreds of those records) while the diehard fans demanded more. Nearly three years later, the Shaolin project is complete in form of this full length. In addition to the versions from Enter The Wu-Tang (CREAM(1), Da Mystery Of Chessboxin (so wicked)(2), Can It Be All So Simple(3), Bring Da Ruckus(4)," and "Protect Ya Neck(5)"), the crew has picked some of their favorite solo Wu moments including "Cherchez(6), Incarcerated Scarfaces(7), Shimmy Shimmy(8)," and others. Also look out for the hidden 37th chamber. Meticulous execution as usual, highly recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Juan Maclean
Scion A/V Remix: DFA Records CD - FREE WITH PURCHASE

DFA remixes of songs from Juan Maclean's most recent LP

Free with any physical purchase, limit one per customer.
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Trus'me
In The Red CD

soulful dance music from Manchester

Trus'me's highly anticipated follow-up to 2007's Working Nights. While the UK's dance scene was pushing towards electro sounds, Manchester's Trus'me countered with some deep dance soul, influenced by Detroit house and white label disco edits. In the spirit of progression, this sophomore effort finds Trus working more with vocalists and musicians, creating a more organic studio experience. Collaborators include Dam Funk, Amp Fiddler, Paul Randolph of Jazzanova, and Mahogani Music's Pirahnahead. But always a record head, check for some sneaky cover versions of WasNotWas (the Dam Funk track), Bill Withers, and West Phillips. 8 tracks in all, recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Pure P
On My New York Shit CD

late 90s nyc style hip-hop remixes

GAMM's Pure P pays homage to late nineties NYC white labels with this compilation of hip-hop blends. He leads it off with the Allstar Mix of "New York City(1)" an impressive cut-up crew track over Dre's "Last Episode" featuring famous verses from ODB, Busta, OC, Pharoahe Monch, Nas, Raekwon, and Lauryn Hill. I'd probably cop the whole thing on the strength of that track alone, but investigating further P proves he has plenty more where that came from. Check the uptempo funky drummer remix of Method Man's "Bring The Pain(2)" or the indy hip-hop styled "All Real(3)" and "Move(4)." Mos Def gets a couple of well executed reworks including a funky version of "Mathematics(5)" and "Ms. Fat Booty(6)" which samples the Marvin loop used by G-Unit for "I Wanna Get To Know You." Also includes a "Love Like This / Sledgehammer(7)" blend, a smoothed out version of "Body Heat(8)" and an upbeat and extra funky JB version of Swizzy and Busta's "New York Shit(9)." Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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Doin' James (James Brown Remixes) CD

Yo, so GAMM been killing it with their Doin' James 12" remix series lately, recruiting everyone from Ayres to Red Astaire to revive the timeless funk of a one James Brown. It's brilliant really, getting a bunch of modern producers to add a modern dancefloor touch to the most sampled man in history. The only con about the 12"s is that all the Serato and Digi-DJ's kinda miss out on this vinyl exclusive series, until now. This is the compilation of the first 4 volumes, in high quality mp3's to heat up the dancefloor. Thanks for bridging the funk gap between the new and the old.
reviewed by C'mish


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Unabombers
Electric Chair Saved My Life CD

I had to pick up the mix of this full length mix after the 12" sampler became a surprise Lab bestseller. Electric Chair was an acclaimed party that ran for 10 years straight in Manchester, England. Helmed by the Unabombers, the party was known for its surprise guests and super-eclectic selection. Just imagine how good this mix is going to be? The best tracks from 10 years of parties? Judging by the first five tracks alone, I'm taken. The gem of the aforementioned sampler, Shut Up And Dance's "Blackmen United" sets it off, followed by a Fila Brazilia remix, going into a Larry Levan mix, into a Human League instrumental, into Metro Area... sick. And it's all seamlessly blended. The selection only gets more diverse and record nerdy... it's deep. 18 tracks, over one hour. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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Diplo
Top Ranking CD

diplo and santi mix action

Just as Diplo killed it on MIA's Piracy Funds Terrorism mix that dropped before her debut, he does it again with Brooklyn's own Santogold, mixing up jams off her recent debut album. Expect to hear exclusive blends and mixes of her singles, masterfully executed by Diplo himself. The styles flow smoothly from everything under the sun: dirty south, club, classic cuts, dance tracks, dancehall, dubstep, reggae and more. What's also cool is that although she's signed to a big label like Downtown, this is a Mad Decent pressing. So props to Diplo for making this happen. Expect to hear shit from Santi (duh), XXXchange, Ratatat, Richie Spice, Three 6 Mafia, B-52's, Kid Cudi, Switch, Radioclit, Benga, Tony Matterhorn, Skream, Warrior Queen, Barrington Levy, and more. The mix is 75 minutes, perfect for the summertime jams.
reviewed by C'mish

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Metro Area
Metro Area CD

This long awaited full length sums up the last 3 years of work from Metro Area, one of the most in-demand production teams around right now. Metro Area consists of Morgan Geist and Darshan Jesrani and since teaming up they have done no wrong, releasing four very successful EPs on Morgan's label, Environ. The EPs, entitled simply Metro Area 1, 2, 3 and 4 have been incredibly successful and equally hard to find, which has done nothing but fuel the demand for Metro Area tracks. Here they compile new edits of their out of print classics such as "Caught Up(1)" and "Machine Vibes(3)." The addition of new gems like "Dance Reaction(4)" round it out nicely and make this a must to all fans. As for their sound, it's a mixture of live and electronic instruments- think early soulful, instrumental disco augmented by atmospheric chords and some slightly techno flourishes. Fresh, but with a strong nod to the past. This CD version includes 3 tracks not available on the LP: "Muira, Strut" and the track that could be their finest moment, "Pina."
reviewed by James Patton

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Moodymann
Black Mahogani II CD

deep jazz and house from Detroit

Black Mahogani II was released shortly after the first volume back in 2004. Think of it a mini-album addendum to the original Black Mahogani encompassing the same realms of deep jazz, soul and house that Kenny Dixon Jr. does so well. The jazzy 17 and half minute opener "When She Follows(1)" can go on forever in my opinion - such a sublime groove. It kind of just melts into the next track "Rectify(2)" on which smokey vocals and live drumming elevate the mood. Also includes the more house-y "Dirty Littel Bonus Beats(3)" and the "When She Reprise(4)." Get lost in the sounds.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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Moodymann
Silence In The Secret Garden CD

2003 album of jazz, soul, and house

Moodymann full length album from 2003. When I listen to this, I can't help but picture the most eclectic Detroit band that's playing some smooth soul-jazz one minute, then turning out some hard dance sounds the next. They open up with the jazzy triplet of "Entrance(1), People(2)," and "Back(3)," then work the mf out with "Liveinla 1998(4)." They interlude, lounge style, with "PBC," followed with some soul"Shine(5)." The show reaches a climax with the odd, but intriguing, 10 minute title track(6), then they bring it back down with the dark minimal techno track "On My Way Home(7)" and the uplifting endnote "Sweet Yesterday(8)." But really, it's just Moody. 10 tracks in all.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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DJ Mehdi
Red, Black & Blue: Some Remixes by DJ Mehdi CD

mix CD consisting solely of Mehdi remixes

New full length from your boy Mehdi! Well, not really... but this mix CD of remixes will have to hold you over till the next album drops (which is scheduled for sometime in 2010). For Red, Black & Blue, Ed Banger's resident hip-hop turned electro producer gives shine to some his excellent remix work by mixing the creme de la creme together in one continuous mix. Fans will recognize most of the tracks on here, but there are a few unreleased joints that get to see the light of day. Artists remixed include Holy Ghost, Chromeo, New Young Pony Club, Architecture in Helsinki, Cassius, David Rubato, Etienne De Crecy, CSS, and label head Busy P with Murs. In all it's a great listen, and truly a testament to his skills as a producer and DJ. Best thing about this fancy book-style CD package are the revealing liner notes by Mehdi chronicling his DJ/producer origins and the stories behind each and every remix. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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Edges: A New French Electronic Generation CD

french electro and dance compilation

Diesel has teamed up with Because music (once home to Metronomy, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Justice, etc) to bring you the best of French electronic music released in 2009. It seems the French hype has subsided a bit since the electro explosion of '07/'08 (the year Ed Banger, Institubes, and Kitsune hit our shores full force), but this comp goes to prove there's still plenty worth checking for overseas. The selection, of course, lies on the hip and dancey side of things with lots of shimmering synths and pulsing beats on 16 tracks from the underground scene's latest and greatest producers including Breakbot(1), Chateau Marmont(2), Danger(3), Donovan(4), Discodeine (5), Spa(6), Digikd84(7), Gentlemen Drivers(8), Nil Hartman(9), and Anoraak(10). Not bad at all, nice digipack packaging too.
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Kitsune Maison #8 CD

leading comp of cool: synth-pop and electro

Kitsune Maison compilation series is great indicator of underground cool, introducing us (way in advance) to such acts as Cut Copy, La Roux, Simian Mobile Disco, and many others. 2009's number 8 digs up 20 more discoveries. Many of these acts have been bubbling on the 12" scene (Siriusmo(1), Midnight Juggernauts(2), Heartsrevolution(3), Harvard Bass(4), Memory Tapes(5)), but for the most part, these artist can be categorized new discoveries, even to these connect ears. Lots of band action, and if the selections are any indication, female-fronted synth-pop is gonna be big in the upcoming year. Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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