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PRICE: $31.00

CAT #: AMI 058LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Amish Records presents an expanded, gatefold 2LP version of P.G. Six's second album, The Well of Memory, originally released in 2004. This 2025 expanded edition has beautiful new artwork, reimagined by Meredyth Sparks and comes with a bonus LP entitled Lost and Live. The LP includes six previously unreleased songs from The Well of Memory sessions and a handful of live versions of songs from the album. Continuing many of the themes introduced on Parlor Tricks and Porch Favorites, PG Six's well-received first record, The Well Of Memory made further nods towards '60s folk artists like Bert Jansch, Pentangle, Incredible String Band, and John Fahey, while also fitting in with contemporary musicians like New York psych folk posterboy Devendra Banhardt, Anglo-folk traditionalist Alasdair Roberts, and West Coast psych guitarist Ben Chasny of Six Organs of Admittance. Pat's lyrics draw on narrative force, spinning mythology in abstract patterns that stretch moments of clarity between dreamlike sequences. His music, composed away from the bustle of the city in upstate New York, breathes as solemn spirituals."

 

PRICE: $15.00

CAT #: BE 017-5EP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Two previously lost gems from the 1985 sessions that produced one of the key albums in Japanese underground music, the Hallelujahs' psychedelic pop masterpiece Eat Meat Swear and Oath (????????????). The first, "Pie-Para-Para," bounces and bops in a dreamlike haze and could comfortably sit beside anything on the LP. Written by guitarist Naoki Zushi (Hijokaidan, Idiot O'Clock), it features two guitar solos, with Shinji Shibayama (Nagisa Ni Te) up first, jagged, fuzzed and loose followed by Zushi himself closing out with a trademark electric guitar freak-out. Inexplicably, this is the only known recording of the song. The B-Side, the wistful "Star," had been included on the LP but here has an even more gorgeously ethereal air with a different mix that includes previous unheard choral harmonies. Cut and 45 RPM housed in a full color sleeve and includes a hand sealed and stamped envelope containing seven full color photographs of the band members taken during the 1984-1986 Hallelujahs studio sessions.

 

PRICE: $26.00

CAT #: BB 125LP

FILE UNDER: ELECTRONIC

2025 restock; LP version. 180 gram vinyl pressing. Bureau B presents Flieg Vogel fliege by Hans-Joachim Roedelius, released by Sky Records in 1982. Flieg Vogel fliege (trans. "Fly Bird Fly") is the fifth installment of the "Selfportrait" series, with musical sketches and ideas recorded by Roedelius between the years of 1973 and 1979 on a Revox tape machine in his living room. In contrast to the previous self-portraits, which he left untouched, Roedelius revised these recordings and embellished them with further tracks. "Measured against its predecessors, however, the audio quality is notably superior on this edition. Roedelius clearly improved the sound of the old tapes in the process of compiling the pieces at the Erpel Studio in Vienna, also taking the opportunity to add a few tracks. Strictly speaking, these relatively complex multi-track recordings can no longer be bracketed together with the fleeting sketches as heard on the earlier albums. Now and again, they bear a resemblance to the character of the Cluster LP Sowiesoso. Having arrived in Austria following a protracted lean period, Roedelius finally had the chance to work in a studio which was not only well-equipped, but was also run by a kindred spirit sound engineer. The favorable working conditions, a myriad of new impressions and, by no means least, his personal happiness, saw Roedelius and his music flourish. This is discernable on Flieg Vogel fliege, even if only some of the music was created in his new adopted home. If complete insouciance, the acceptance of little musical mistakes and inaccuracies were symptomatic of the earlier self-portraits, then a mild formal rigor runs through this volume. Not that Roedelius allows this to hinder him in any way. The joy of playing and talent for improvisation celebrate a cheerful resurrection once again. His spontaneity and exuberance, the ability to express thoughts and feelings through music, none of this was lost. This confirms Flieg Vogel fliege as an authentic and undisguised Roedelius portrait. With a little patina, perhaps. But music by the same man today reveals exactly the same individual, perhaps a little wiser, and of course, some years older. And there you have it: Roedelius is and shall remain the merry fool from the jardin au fou." --Asmus Tietchens

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: BSR 843LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

"Originally issued in 2007 on Secret Records as a companion CD to Lester 'Dillinger' Bullock's spirited deejay album, Ten To One, whose bold, brash braggadocio can still be heard echoing in and out, in and out and in and out of the mix here over a superb selection of dubwise rhythms from Niney The Observer. Pressed on 180 gram vinyl."

 

PRICE: $19.00

CAT #: BSR 922PT-LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

"Rasta Pon Top is a classic roots reggae album by the Twinkle Brothers, a Jamaican reggae group formed in the early 1960s. Rasta Pon Top is known for its strong Rastafarian themes, uplifting lyrics, and infectious rhythm, which are hallmarks of the group's music. The Twinkle Brothers, led and produced by Norman Grant, have been influential in the reggae scene for decades."

 

PRICE: $26.00

CAT #: JACK 076CV-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Color vinyl version. Dear Boss presents The Ramones As Seen On TV.

 

PRICE: $22.50

CAT #: JACK 076LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Dear Boss presents The Ramones As Seen On TV. Also available in color vinyl (JACK 076CV-LP).

 

PRICE: $35.50

CAT #: JACK 079CV-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Red/green color vinyl version. The Cure deliver a powerful live performance at Hollywood Rock Festival in Rio de Janeiro, January 26th, 1996. A captivating set blending gothic atmospheres with timeless hits.

 

PRICE: $30.50

CAT #: JACK 079LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

The Cure deliver a powerful live performance at Hollywood Rock Festival in Rio de Janeiro, January 26th, 1996. A captivating set blending gothic atmospheres with timeless hits.

 

PRICE: $22.50

CAT #: JACK 085LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

The Stone Roses live at Kan-i Hoken Hall, Tokyo, October 24th, 1989. A rare and raw performance capturing the band's early energy on their first visit to Japan.

 

PRICE: $26.00

CAT #: JACK 085R-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Red color vinyl version. The Stone Roses live at Kan-i Hoken Hall, Tokyo, October 24th, 1989. A rare and raw performance capturing the band's early energy on their first visit to Japan.

 

PRICE: $30.50

CAT #: JACK 085Y-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Marble color vinyl version. The Stone Roses live at Kan-i Hoken Hall, Tokyo, October 24th, 1989. A rare and raw performance capturing the band's early energy on their first visit to Japan.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: DMOO 090LP

FILE UNDER: SOUNDTRACK

The complete original soundtrack to Federico Fellini's iconic 8? features music by the legendary Nino Rota. The film, starring Marcello Mastroianni, Anouk Aim?e, and Claudia Cardinale, won two Academy Awards, including Best Foreign Language Film, and received three additional nominations. Recognized by the New York Film Critics Circle as the best foreign language film, 8? remains a cinematic masterpiece, complemented by Rota's unforgettable score.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: DMOO 091LP

FILE UNDER: JAZZ

Recorded in jazz's golden year of 1959, Mingus Dynasty is often overshadowed by Mingus Ah Um, but it stands as one of Charles Mingus' most ambitious works. Expanding his regular band with additional players, he pushed his compositions into more intricate territory. With a lineup featuring Richard Williams, Jimmy Knepper, John Handy, Booker Ervin, Roland Hanna, and Dannie Richmond -- plus guests like Benny Golson and Jerome Richardson -- Mingus crafted a dynamic set blending gospel-infused grooves, Ellington tributes, and the sweeping masterpiece "Far Wells, Mill Valley." A daring, essential listen.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: DMOO 092LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

Jorge Ben's 1963 debut, Samba Esquema Novo, introduced his infectious blend of bossa nova and samba, propelled by the timeless "Mas Que Nada" and "Chove Chuva." While his later sound leaned more into rock and Afro-Brazilian rhythms, this album bursts with swirling melodies, rich harmonies, and big-band energy, all anchored by Ben's distinctive, minor-key guitar work. A vibrant, era-defining classic.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: DMOO 093LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

Antonio Carlos Jobim's first American album is a masterpiece of understated elegance, presenting a dozen songs that would become bossa nova standards. Despite claiming to be out of practice, Jobim's sparse, single-hand piano style lets his flowing melodies shine. Claus Ogerman's signature arrangements -- airy flutes, brooding strings, and lush harmonies -- enhance timeless gems like "Desafinado," "Corcovado," "The Girl from Ipanema," and "One Note Samba." A defining moment in bossa nova's global ascent.

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: FLIES 062EP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Following the cinematic jazz-funk of Ufo Bar (2021), Banda Maje are back, ready to take you on another sonic journey across Salifornia -- and beyond. Their new 7" single via Four Flies offers an exciting glimpse into the expanded horizons of Banda Maje, serving as a prelude to their sophomore album, Costa Sud. Peppe Maiellano -- the band's composer and mastermind -- has further refined his unique Mediterranean sound. A deep connection to Italian and Neapolitan roots remains, as evidenced in the heartfelt cover of Peppino di Capri's 1981 track, 'Mo?' on Side A. Maiellano keeps things simple, staying faithful to the original, yet manages to freshen the track for today's listeners, making the lyrics resonate with his compelling vocal rendition. But Maiellano has also embraced new influences, particularly Brazilian music, as showcased in the infectious '(Roda De) Samba Maje' on Side B. This roda-de-samba version of the upcoming album track 'Samba Maje,' a collaboration with the Amor Pela Roda group featuring Antonio Motuori on percussion and Pasquale Del Solio on cavaquinho, gives listeners a taste of Maiellano's vision for Costa Sud -- a 'music of the South' that transcends geographical and time boundaries, bridging Italy, Brazil, Africa, and contemporary vibes."

 

PRICE: $36.00

CAT #: FLIES 074LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Azzurro 80's new album -- his first ever on LP -- is a beautifully faded polaroid that, like a true flash back, plunges listeners into the heart of the 1980s. It's a sonic journey that captures the essence of a decade, distant yet vividly etched in our collective memory. The Roman producer unleashes his sonic vision with even greater intensity than before, weaving through dreamy Italo-disco, electric atmospheres, soundtrack worthy synth pop, and boogie funk grooves. Each track opens a window onto an era the artist experienced only fleetingly as a child, yet he evokes it with a powerful and refreshingly original touch. Much like a classic library music record, these tracks conjure a wealth of images, scenes, and visual sequences-perfect soundtracks for imagined films or evocative advertising campaigns: as seductive as a perfume ad, as desirable as a car commercial, and brimming with the bright future the '80s promised. It's no surprise that cinematic references spring to mind even before musical ones. The album echoes the dreamy atmospheres of early '80s Italian cinema, particularly films like Carlo Verdone's Acqua e Sapone (1983) and Carlo Vanzina's Amarsi Un Po (1984). Meanwhile, flashes of New Romantic aesthetics and hints of electro-funk transport you to a neon-lit dance floor where a DJ is spinning the vinyl copy of Flashback. Azzurro 80's new album is a vibrant, energetic work, balancing groove and emotion in equal measure and infused with a sense of nostalgia that feels remarkably contemporary."

 

PRICE: $41.00

CAT #: GET 51281PC-LP

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

"Get In Where You Fit In was originally released in October of 1993 and would be Too $hort's fourth album in a row to be certified platinum. Production was handled by Ant Banks and The Dangerous Crew, which featured live instrumentation, incorporated P Funk samples, and G Funk synths. The lead single 'I'm a Player' sampled Bootsy Collins' funky bass of 'Hollywood Squares' and Quincy Jones' son QDIII produced the epic Bay Area G Funk laden classic track 'Just Another Day.' And it wouldn't be a Too $hort record without some pimp and sex tales like 'Blow Job Betty,' 'All My Bitches Are Gone,' and the upbeat 'Gotta Get Some Lovin.' Bay Area legends Spice 1, Ant Banks, and Mhisani aka Goldy join in on the posse cut 'The Dangerous Crew' followed by a track with more Bay Area legends Rappin' Ron and Ant Diddley Dog dissin' ex Dangerous Crew member MC Pooh on the title track. Get On Down has repressed this Too $hort '90s fan favorite album on purple-and-clear colored vinyl."

 

PRICE: $30.00

CAT #: GET 51503B-LP

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

"'In my category, I'm the one and only,' proclaimed Oakland legend Too $hort on his 1990 single 'Short But Funky.' Few disagreed then, and even fewer would do so decades later. First appearing in the mid-1980s, slinging homemade tapes out of his car trunk, the man born Todd Shaw has always stayed true to himself. Although he is known more for the dirty side of his rap game, on 'Short But Funky,' he also reminds listeners of an important fact: 'There's a serious side to everything I say.' Short Dog's In The House was $hort's sixth studio album, and his second for the Jive label. By the time it hit, he was a West Coast legend, but his rep was growing Eastwards, as the rest of the country started opening its ears to new sounds. Peaking at #20 on the national Billboard 200 chart, the album was exactly what his dedicated fans expected funky, '70s drenched beats made for cars on the boulevard, and no-nonsense lyrics that made more sense and dropped more knowledge than he was ever given credit for. For examples of his conscious side, look no further than the P-Funk fueled 'It's Your Life' or the album's lead single, 'The Ghetto.' The album's second single 'Short But Funky' landed somewhere in the middle of $hort and Todd Shaw, talking about where he was at as the new decade broke, and making it clear that he wasn't going anywhere. His mortality was mainly on his mind after rumors had surfaced the year before that he had died in a crack house. He speaks directly to this crazy episode on 'Dead Or Alive.' And although it's mostly a solo affair, he brings in some heavy artillery and a lot of not for the kids profanity on 'Ain't Nothin' But A Word To Me,' featuring none other than Ice Cube In between, $hort distributed plenty of tales and charisma for fans to eat up, continuing to build his legendary status as one of the rap trailblazers of the era. Get On Down has repressed this 1990 Bay Area classic album on blue and ruby color-in color vinyl."

 

PRICE: $41.00

CAT #: GET 52747LP

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

"It takes grindin' to be a king and Houston's Mike Jones' work ethic of 'You Don't Work, You Don't Eat, You Don't Grind, You Don't Shine' had his phone blowing up in 2005 with the release of his major label debut Who is Mike Jones? on Asylum/Swisha House/Warner Records. Mike Jones started rapping in the early 2000s and he released a couple of independent albums on his own label Ice Age Entertainment before linking up with Michael '5000' Watts of Swisha House. He recorded the underground single 'Still Tippin' with Texas contemporaries Paul Wall and Slim Thug, which appeared on the Swisha House compilation The Day Hell Broke Loose 2. The song, full of southern hip-hop slang and braggadocio, was an ode to the classic car culture in Houston, Texas, and could be heard bumpin' out the trunks of cars nationwide with its heavy bass and classical string loops. Before the release of Who Is Mike Jones? girls would ignore him, but after the release of 'Still Tippin' they were all up on him, which led to the release of the single 'Back Then' where he shouted out his real cell phone number that played a major part in the marketing and promotion of the album. You could call 281-330-8004 and get his voicemail and leave a message, but sometimes he would answer, which led to spreading the word of Mike Jones' debut album. Back Then was also a top-selling ringtone because (back then) you had to buy and download ringtones, unlike today. Mike truly went viral before going viral was even a thing. After dropping the two hit singles, Who Is Mike Jones? was released on April 19th, 2005, and would sell over a million copies that year, leading to certified platinum status. Twenty years later, this Texas Rap classic still holds up with features from other H-Town legends including S.U.C.'s Big Moe (RIP), Bun B, Paul Wall and Lil Keke. Juicy J and DJ Paul of Three 6 Mafia added their Memphis touch to the 'Got It Sewed Up Remix' and the album ends with a heartfelt dedication to Mike Jones' late Grandmother on 'Grandma.' Get On Down now presents the first vinyl reissue of Who Is Mike Jones? in a limited-edition silver and red color-in-color pressing packaged with a full color printed insert to commemorate the 20th anniversary of this H-Town classic."

 

PRICE: $41.00

CAT #: GET 52752LP

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

"The '90s were all about hip-hop groups. Brooklyn's Junior M.A.F.I.A., consisting of members Lil' Kim, Lil' Cease, Trife, Larceny, Nino Brown, Chico Del Vec, MC Klepto, Capone, and Bugsy, formed under the guidance of The Notorious B.I.G. after he released his classic debut album Ready To Die. At the end of the summer of 1995, Junior M.A.F.I.A. released their debut album Conspiracy on Big Beat Records featuring the lead single 'Player's Anthem' which featured Biggie and was produced by the late great DJ Clark Kent. Clark Kent produced three other songs including the second single 'I Need You Tonight' featuring Biggie's wife Faith Evans on the chorus. The third single, 'Get Money,' another Biggie feature produced by EZ Elpee with its classic flip of the Roy Ayers produced Sylvia Striplin track 'You Can't Turn Me Away' was certified platinum. With eight members deep, it was difficult to stand out, but Lil' Kim and Lil' Cease would be the breakout stars and go on to release solo albums. The group disbanded after Notorious B.I.G. was murdered in 1997, but left behind songs that still hold up today and remain a big part of Biggie's legacy, as well as producer DJ Clark Kent. Out of print on vinyl since 2017, Get On Down is proud to present this '90s hip-hop classic as a limited-edition reissue pressed on splatter colored vinyl and packaged in a gatefold jacket."

 

PRICE: $15.00

CAT #: VPGS 7119EP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

"1985, Wayne Smith, Noel Davey, and King Jammy recorded and released a track that would change the world of music forever. Wayne Smith's titanic 'Under Me Sleng Teng' revolutionized reggae and ushered in the new digital age of dancehall. The recording thrilled dancehalls in Jamaica and beyond, and went stratospheric when the riddim was played in a radio soundclash between David Rodigan and Barry Gordon, aka Barry G. To mark the occasion, Greensleeves Records are bringing back the vibes with a new 7" vinyl with the original vocal and hard-hitting dub, complete with a fresh graphic sleeve and the proper Jammy's label design."

 

PRICE: $31.50

CAT #: GUESS 236LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

2025 restock. Vivid peyote-induced psychedelia from Texas sounding like an impossible meld between the Elevators and the Velvet Underground but possessing a strongly unique disposition. Recorded in 1970 but never released at the time, featuring future members of Roky Erickson's backing band Bleib Alien/The Aliens. Formed in Austin in the late 1960s by visionary lyricist and autoharp player Billy Bill Miller and his friend Tom McGarrigle on guitar, Cold Sun evolved from a band called Cauldron (later Amethyst) which at one point featured drummer John Kearney from Roky Erickson's first band The Spades. Miller, a proto-Goth figure always dressed in black, highly influenced by Joe Meek and vintage sci-fi/horror movies, started to experiment with weird noises out of his electrified autoharp, favoring the audio-oriented drug mescaline over the LSD associated with hippies. Amethyst jammed with musicians such as Benny Thurman from the 13th Floor Elevators and Steve Webb from the Lost And Found. It was through Mike Waugh's friendship with Elevators drummer John Ike Walton that Billy Miller and the band hooked up with the local label/studio Sonobeat, who expressed interest in recording an album with the intention to shop it to a major label: thus, the now-legendary Cold Sun album was born. The band, driven by Miller's strange electrified autoharp sounds plus the massive fuzz guitar of McGarrigle, dressed with feedback and futuristic lyrics, laid down several tracks in between rehearsals at Miller's house on Castle Hill (west Austin). Never released at the time, the Cold Sun album languished in oblivion and the musicians moved on to other things. It wasn't until 1990 that the Cold Sun album was finally released on vinyl by the Rockadelic label (in a tiny edition of 300 copies), followed by a new edition on German label World In Sound in 2008, now out of print. For this new edition, Guerssen tried to imagine how the Cold Sun album could have looked like if it had been actually released in 1970. It comes in a hard cardboard sleeve with vintage styled artwork by psychedelic illustrator Callum Rooney. Sourced from the same audio master as the original Rockadelic LP, the sound has been vastly improved thanks to the meticulous and careful restoration/remastering by audiophile engineer Ezra Lesser, who has also penned the definitive story of Cold Sun for the liner notes.

 

PRICE: $18.00

CAT #: HAB 031CD

FILE UNDER: WORLD

"Habibi Funk presents its 31st release which happens to be its third Various Artist compilation. The album is dedicated to the cassette tape scene in Libya from the late '80s to early 2000s, from disco to reggae to pop. All songs previously unreleased outside of Libya and not available on any DSP platforms. This compilation isn't a sweeping history of Libyan music -- it's a personal journey into the sounds the label fell in love with while digging through tapes, conversations, and stories across Libya and beyond. Rather than spotlighting the country's most famous musical exports, the compilation brings forward a mix of overlooked gems and local classics of the cassette era: artists whose work thrived despite political limitations, and scarce international exposure. The music featured here blends reggae rhythms, synthy disco grooves, gritty pop, house, and funk, a vibrant collision of genres that reflects Libya's unique sonic landscape from the 1980s to the early 2000s. Many of these recordings were recovered from the TK7 cassette factory in Sousse, Tunisia, a now-demolished site that once played a quiet but vital role in distributing and manufacturing Libyan music. Other tracks were digitized in a Cairo hotel room in 2021, where Habibi Funk transferred nearly 100 tapes over the course of three days, on-site using a high-grade cassette deck brought into Egypt. From that trove emerged artists like Ahmed Ben Ali, Cheb Bakr, and Najib Alhoush & The Free Music. Their sounds sit alongside contributions from this release from the likes of Khaled Al Melody, Fathi Aldiyqz & Sons of Africa Band, City Lights Band, Libya Music Band, and Group Hewaya. What ties all the artists on this comp together is a boundary- pushing approach to genre and style: recorded in small studios, exchanged by hand, and shaped by a cross-pollination of influences, from Benghazi to Tripoli and beyond. All tracks are licensed from their creators and in the case of the artists being deceased from their estates."

 

PRICE: $38.00

CAT #: HAB 031LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

Double LP version. "Habibi Funk presents its 31st release which happens to be its third Various Artist compilation. The album is dedicated to the cassette tape scene in Libya from the late '80s to early 2000s, from disco to reggae to pop. All songs previously unreleased outside of Libya and not available on any DSP platforms. This compilation isn't a sweeping history of Libyan music -- it's a personal journey into the sounds the label fell in love with while digging through tapes, conversations, and stories across Libya and beyond. Rather than spotlighting the country's most famous musical exports, the compilation brings forward a mix of overlooked gems and local classics of the cassette era: artists whose work thrived despite political limitations, and scarce international exposure. The music featured here blends reggae rhythms, synthy disco grooves, gritty pop, house, and funk, a vibrant collision of genres that reflects Libya's unique sonic landscape from the 1980s to the early 2000s. Many of these recordings were recovered from the TK7 cassette factory in Sousse, Tunisia, a now-demolished site that once played a quiet but vital role in distributing and manufacturing Libyan music. Other tracks were digitized in a Cairo hotel room in 2021, where Habibi Funk transferred nearly 100 tapes over the course of three days, on-site using a high-grade cassette deck brought into Egypt. From that trove emerged artists like Ahmed Ben Ali, Cheb Bakr, and Najib Alhoush & The Free Music. Their sounds sit alongside contributions from this release from the likes of Khaled Al Melody, Fathi Aldiyqz & Sons of Africa Band, City Lights Band, Libya Music Band, and Group Hewaya. What ties all the artists on this comp together is a boundary- pushing approach to genre and style: recorded in small studios, exchanged by hand, and shaped by a cross-pollination of influences, from Benghazi to Tripoli and beyond. All tracks are licensed from their creators and in the case of the artists being deceased from their estates."

 

PRICE: $16.00

CAT #: HSRSS 033EP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

"This is in fact a cover of 'You'll Lose A Good Thing' a slow 1962 R&B hit written, played and sung by Barbara Lynn. This cracking '60s reggae cover is vastly superior to the original with its frantic electric guitar introduction, the cool harmonica solo in the middle and Audrey's gorgeous vocals set against the up-tempo riddim. 'You'll Lose A Good Thing' is a rare early reggae track that does rock. An absolute must! An original Dandy Livingstone composition, 'Love Me Tonight' showcases Audrey's tender, soulful side. Layered horns and bubbling keys back her sensual but restrained vocals. The song sits at the crossroads of lovers rock and early reggae ov?ering a romantic storm of yearning and groove. Very popular with the Skinhead crowd back then, it is yet another rare track that complements perfectly 'You'll Lose A Good Thing' on the A side."

 

PRICE: $16.00

CAT #: HSRSS 034EP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

"'Skinheads A Message To You' is a quintessential example of the Skinhead Reggae subgenre that emerged in the UK during the late 1960s. The track features a driving rhythm, with piano bursts and facetious vocals delivering a pressing message: 'Wear your boots but dont kick nobody, please be good and dont hurt nobody.' Fab! Its raw energy and authentic sound have made it a staple in Skinhead Reggae compilations and a top Boss Reggae anthem. The single is now super rare, highly collectible and very much in demand with original pressings commanding high prices on the vinyl market. 'If I Had Wings' was initially released as the B Side of Audrey's 'You'll Lose A Good Thing' and rightly so as it shares the exact same musical be it with very di?fferent lyrics. Riley's comical lyrics being loosely taken from the traditional gospel 'If I Had Wings Like A Dove.' 'Wings' is a fun and energetic tune that blends the rhythm of Rocksteady with the emerging rhythms of early Reggae. Riley's tongue-in-cheek vocals are set against a backdrop of guitar riff?s, heavy bass and steady drum patterns with horns and flute bursts. A fantastic B side for 'Skinheads A Message To You' and quite rare."

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: SUBURBIA 006LTD

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Limited splatter vinyl reissue for Baltimore's pop punk legends' Huntingtons' masterpiece, High School Rock, originally from 1998. Fully remastered vinyl version including one bonus track, and double-sided poster insert.

 

PRICE: $33.00

CAT #: HBR 027LP

FILE UNDER: ELECTRONIC

"Closing out the Special Sound Series in style, we are proud to present the long-awaited vinyl reissue of Shigeo Sekito's 1985, an instrumental masterpiece that arrived nearly a decade after his iconic Kareinaru Electone Special Sound Series of the 1970s. A true pioneer in the world of Electone music, Sekito's name -- instantly recognizable in katakana -- has left an indelible mark on the genre. This album showcases his signature artistry across eight captivating tracks, blending originals and covers with his distinct sonic palette. The cosmic allure of the original composition 'Amish At Dusk' stands out among the set, while the Manhattan Transfer cover 'Twilight Zone, Twilight Tone' brims with dynamic, fast-paced arrangements. Meanwhile, Sekito's take on The Crusaders' 'Rhapsody And Blues' unfolds with a laid-back groove, gradually building into an uplifting crescendo. Drifting between chill-out and ambient sensibilities, 1985 captures a wistful, melancholic beauty -- where the rich textures of the Electone transport listeners into a world of nostalgia and dreamlike introspection. This final reissue in the series is a must-have for collectors and fans alike. Experience 1985 in its warm, analog glory -- now on vinyl."

 

PRICE: $33.00

CAT #: HBR 028LP

FILE UNDER: ELECTRONIC

"A captivating deep cut from the golden age of Italian library music, Il Ponte Dell'Asia stands as one of Piero Umiliani's most evocative and exotic soundscapes. Originally released in 1967 as a private pressing for Italian the TV documentary by Corrado Sofia, this elusive gem blends Far Eastern motifs with the elegance of mid-century European jazz and the textured experimentation that defines Umiliani's best work. On Il Ponte Dell'Asia, Umiliani constructs a cinematic bridge between continents, layering modal melodies, sinuous flutes, shimmering vibraphones, and richly orchestrated strings over hypnotic rhythms and subtly psychedelic touches. The result is a masterful fusion of East-meets-West that channels both travelogue fantasy and avant-garde sophistication -- a rare synthesis of traditional instrumentation and modernist sensibility. Exported from the original tapes, and pressed on high-quality vinyl with faithfully restored artwork, this reissue offers a long-overdue return to one of Umiliani's most immersive sonic journeys, an essential for fans of Italian library music, film scores, and genre-defying jazz. Rediscover a lost jewel from the vault of one of Italy's most visionary composers -- where bamboo forests, smoky clubs, and dreamlike landscapes converge in sound."

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: HRB 006LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Color vinyl. Cryptopsy's 1994 debut, Blasphemy Made Flesh, is a raw yet lethal foundation for what would later become None So Vile. Even in its early form, the band defines technical death metal, with Flo Mounier's drumming already a relentless force. The guitar work stands out, weaving unexpected melody into the chaos, while the bass, though prominent, doesn't quite match the weight of its successor. And as always, Lord Worm's vocals are a monstrous presence, cementing the album's brutal and unhinged energy.

 

PRICE: $31.00

CAT #: JPR 068X-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

2025 repress. "The Dead Boys debut studio album, Young, Loud and Snotty, was recorded and released in 1977 and quickly became one of the definitive US punk rock albums! Sourced from the original master tapes. Pressed at RTI for Maximum Fidelity. Rolling Stone -- Best Top 10 Punk Albums of all time. Black vinyl."

 

PRICE: $20.00

CAT #: KSLP 047LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

2025 repress; LP version. Cornell Campbell's distinctive falsetto voice alongside his Rastafarian beliefs during the '70s gave him a musical style that added urgency and righteousness to songs that few other singers could match. This album was produced by Bunny Lee and released in 1983 on Vista Sounds. Engineered by King Tubby and Scientist and mixed at King Tubby's, Kingston, Jamaica. Cornell Campbell on vocals with The Roots Radics as a backing band. Members include: Sly Dunbar, Santa Davis & Ben Bow (drums); Brother Chris, Flabba Holt & Robbie Shakespeare (bass); Willie Lindo & Chinna (guitar); Keith Sterling & Jackie Mittoo (piano); Winston Wright & Robert Lynn (organ); and Sticky & Skully (percussion).

 

PRICE: $16.00

CAT #: LEWIS 084DL-CD

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Deluxe gatefold CD with bonus track 'I Didn't Know (Dub)'. Originally released in 2018, Filoxiny is Skinshape's breakthrough album racking up millions of streams and gaining as many fans. A firm favorite with BBC 6 Music, early support came from Lauren Laverne, Tom Ravenscroft, Gilles Peterson, Deb Grant, Huw Stephens, and Huey Morgan. Skinshape is the project of British musician William Dorey. The sound has roots in many genres but in particular 1960s funk, soul, reggae, psychedelic rock, Afrobeat, and folk. Dorey is a former member of the band Palace, has played Glastonbury, BBC Maida Vale and Shepherd's Bush Empire to name a few. 'I Didn't Know' has streamed over 50 million times. About Filoxiny from Dorey himself: 'Filoxiny is a mish mash of a huge variety of styles and sounds. I've tried to push myself in the writing of the music as well as the recording process. The focus on this album was to make songs with a strong cinematic element using string and horn parts making up significant portions. I wanted to do this whilst still retaining a spacey 'psych' feel. As a result there are not many songs with lyrics, instead lots of mellow cinematic grooves that I feel are almost the soundtrack to an imaginary film.'"

 

PRICE: $28.50

CAT #: LR 349LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

2025 repress. By the time this album was released, Antonio Carlos Jobim was already an international superstar. Having recently won a Grammy (1965) for "The Girl From Ipanema", by 1967 all the big name stars from up north were breaking down his door to work with the new "Gershwin of Brazil." In fact, Jobim had just finished working on an album with Frank Sinatra when he went into the studio to record this album. Recorded in 1967, Wave is actually one of the lesser known masterpieces of Brazilian music, and undoubtedly one of Jobim's greatest. Here Jobim and the great Claus Ogerman lead a top-flight cast on hidden classics like Batidinha, Triste and Wave.

 

PRICE: $33.00

CAT #: MENT 010LP

FILE UNDER: ELECTRONIC

2025 restock. Mental Experience present an expanded reissue of Ildefonso Aguilar's Erosi?n, originally released in 1985. Spooky, meditative soundscapes inspired by the desolate volcanic environment of Lanzarote (Canary Islands), created using Minimoog, Polymoog, vocal loops, and field recordings. Originally recorded in Germany in 1978 by Spanish painter/sound artist Ildefonso Aguilar, only a selection of the original recordings were released a few years later on a very rare limited edition cassette and LP. Erosi?n is a masterpiece of proto-ambient, isolationism, and minimal synth music. For the first time ever, Erosi?n is reissued here on double LP, featuring the complete recordings, as Ildefonso conceived it at the time. Master tape sound; Liner notes in English/Spanish by Frankie Piz? (TIU Mag); Includes download code. RIYL: Edgar Froese, Conrad Schnitzler, Cluster, Klaus Schulze, Michael Stearns, Steve Roach, Brian Eno, Cozmic Corridors, Pina."Canary Islander Ildefonso Aguilar is best known for his paintings and surreal photography of the desolate volcanic wastelands of his homeland. He was also organizer of concerts at the Jameos del Agua in Lanzarote, a regular event which has featured the likes of Michael Brook, Roedelius, Steve Roach, and numerous other luminaries of ambient and atmospheric music. But, for his own music Ildefonso has never gained the mass recognition he really deserves. Erosi?n, recorded in 1978, is certainly one of the most fascinating of synth albums I've heard. And, it's remarkable really, if you consider all the technological advances that have happened since, what with digital synthesizers and samplers, that this music created entirely on analogue synthesizers still sounds so fresh and original... Beautiful yet strange, unnerving yet calming. Even more so, at 1? hours, Erosi?n reveals itself as a grand conceived suite, as themes recur in an almost ghostly fashion, as tension builds upon tension, and threatens to explode, which it never quite does! Extraordinary all the way through." --Alan Freeman (Audion Magazine)

 

PRICE: $12.00

CAT #: MACD 007CD

FILE UNDER: ELECTRONIC

Merzbow, the pioneering Japanese noise project led by Masami Akita since 1979, remains a defining force in experimental electronic music. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Scene -- originally a limited CD release on Waystyx in 2005 -- was reissued on vinyl in 2024, quickly selling out. Now, it returns as a remastered CD, featuring an exclusive bonus track from the original sessions, housed in premium SACD jewel cases, and accompanied by a new essay by Dr. Jamie Stephenson. A surrealist gem from Merzbow's mid-2000s "laptop era," Scene opens with the chaotic carnival energy of "Part 1," before dissolving into hypnotic layers of rhythmic drums, metallic clangs, distant bird calls, and atonal wind chimes shimmering in an otherworldly haze. A vital piece of Merzbow's ongoing analog and digital sound experiments, this CD reissue of Scene is limited to 300 copies, offering fans and collectors another chance to own this long-unavailable masterpiece. Artwork by Masami Akita. Design by Takashi Makabe.

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: BT 5005Y-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Originally released In July 1970 Wil Malone, a typically idiosyncratic supper-club/chamber pop take on the singer/songwriter genre that was so in vogue at the time. Featuring such earnest/facetious nuggets as 'I Could Write A Book' and 'At The Silver Slipper', the album has many admirers these days. The original release is considered a rare collector's item, with some original copies fetching high prices. This reissue on Morgan Blue Town is available as a limited edition 180-gram yellow color vinyl pressing."

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: BT 5009PT-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Morgan Studios sound engineers Mike Bobak and Andy Johns teamed up with psychedelic musician Will Malone to record one of UK's rarest prog/psych albums. Originally released in 1969, the music reflects the Brit psych sounds of the time with swirling organ, fuzzed guitar and blissed out vocals. Vinyl edition on purple vinyl."

 

PRICE: $16.00

CAT #: NSD 252CD

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

"In the turbulent world of hip-hop, few artists are able to make the transition from hot young star to acclaimed rap luminary. Los Angeles emcee Blu has followed this rare path, graduating from a spot on the 2009 XXL Freshman list to an expansive catalog with more than 25 celebrated releases. Now, the talented lyricist is celebrating his remarkable journey with Forty, a new album entirely produced by influential beatsmith August Fanon, who has crafted tracks for Westside Gunn, Mach-Hommy, Tha God Fahim, billy woods, Navy Blue, and more. 'This album is a celebration of me reaching 40 years of age,' Blu explains. 'All the content is a reflection of where I am mentally at the age of 40.' With intricate verses packed with wisdom and maturity, the collection finds Blu and a host of guests reflecting on happiness, religion, love, knowledge, humanity, and more. Fanon brings these tracks to life with a unique production approach, taking it back to basics with soul heavy soundscapes Blu describes as 'straight loops, no drum programming or layers, just really soulful loops.' With appearances by Kota The Friend, Asher Roth, R.A.P. Ferreira, Mickey Factz, Homeboy Sandman, Chester Watson, Fashawn, and more, Forty is a timeless experience from an artist who remains a vital presence in any decade of life."

 

PRICE: $31.00

CAT #: NSD 252LP

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

LP version. "In the turbulent world of hip-hop, few artists are able to make the transition from hot young star to acclaimed rap luminary. Los Angeles emcee Blu has followed this rare path, graduating from a spot on the 2009 XXL Freshman list to an expansive catalog with more than 25 celebrated releases. Now, the talented lyricist is celebrating his remarkable journey with Forty, a new album entirely produced by influential beatsmith August Fanon, who has crafted tracks for Westside Gunn, Mach-Hommy, Tha God Fahim, billy woods, Navy Blue, and more. 'This album is a celebration of me reaching 40 years of age,' Blu explains. 'All the content is a reflection of where I am mentally at the age of 40.' With intricate verses packed with wisdom and maturity, the collection finds Blu and a host of guests reflecting on happiness, religion, love, knowledge, humanity, and more. Fanon brings these tracks to life with a unique production approach, taking it back to basics with soul heavy soundscapes Blu describes as 'straight loops, no drum programming or layers, just really soulful loops.' With appearances by Kota The Friend, Asher Roth, R.A.P. Ferreira, Mickey Factz, Homeboy Sandman, Chester Watson, Fashawn, and more, Forty is a timeless experience from an artist who remains a vital presence in any decade of life."

 

PRICE: $36.00

CAT #: NSD 253LP

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

"After breaking through with a gold selling debut in the late 1990's, Harlem emcee Cam'ron quickly emerged as a leading figure in hip-hop, just as the genre was reaching mass audiences for the first time. A platinum-selling classic on Roc-A-Fella Records came a few years later, followed by the founding of the iconic collective Dipset and the release of three more seismic solo albums over the course of the 2000s. The last chapter in his historic run was 2009's Crime Pays, which drew praise from critics while also lighting up the Billboard Charts, showcasing Cam's sonic evolution while proving his pen game remained unmatched. More than 15 years after its release, this vital collection is now receiving an official vinyl pressing for the first time ever. A perpetually underrated lyricist with transcendent rhyme mechanics embedded in his leisurely flow, Cam'ron is in peak form on Crime Pays, effortlessly walking listeners through the details of his fascinating life and times. With surprisingly modern production supplied by AraabMuzik, I.N.F.O., Skitzo, and more, this memorable album is an important chapter in the story of a truly essential artist."

 

PRICE: $23.00

CAT #: NSD 656EP

FILE UNDER: HIPHOP

"With creative verses rooted in technical brilliance, Detroit emcee Elzhi has attained the highest level of lyrical mastery. Now 15 years into an inspired solo career, the former Slum Village member has ramped up his output lately, joining forces with producers Georgia Anne Muldrow, Oh No, and JR Swiftz for three acclaimed albums in the 2020s. Now, Elzhi is reuniting with famed North Carolina producer Khrysis as the duo Jericho Jackson, revisiting the chemistry that resulted in a celebrated 2018 joint album. After emerging in the Justus League collective during the rise iconic group Little Brother, Khrysis has gone on to work with hip-hop royalty like Sean Price, Black Thought, Mac Miller, JID, Conway, Rapsody, Talib Kweli, Redman, and many more. Elzhi and Khrysis are launching the new era of Jericho Jackson with the flawless EP I Am Him, channeling the spirit of vintage maxi-singles. 'For me, the maxi-single represents a time when hip-hop was unapologetically raw and underground,' Elzhi explains. 'Some of my favorite artists used the format to showcase remixes, freestyles, and loose tracks that might not have fit the sound of an album. This is our way of restoring that feeling.' An exciting burst of new music from two undeniable talents, the project features appearances by Domo Genesis and Oh No."

 

PRICE: $30.00

CAT #: NA 5283LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Unreleased disco and boogie from Dayton, Ohio's Record Player. Their full album, collating both sides of their rare 45 with more killer music recorded in the late '70s, unreleased until now. Contains oversized booklet with notes by historian Bret Sjerven, detailing the Record Player's story and the history of the Ohio soul music scene that allowed for their rise. In 1979, Record Player privately pressed and issued a solitary 45 on their Gem City Records imprint in Dayton, Ohio. Though they had recorded a host of other songs, and were on the verge of signing to a major label, their trajectory stalled and the band splintered by the early 1980s. In the early 2000s, Record Player principle Charles Jackson surfaced with their unreleased songs. To date, only two Record Player songs have been reissued, as part of Now-Again's long-running Soul Cal series. Now, the entirety of their oeuvre is presented here as Free Your Mind, and their story detailed in words by Bret Sjerven. This is a special release for Now-Again, and will be perfect for any fan of the deep disco scene that birthed the likes of Luther Davis, Edge of Daybreak, Tomorrow's People, Split Decision Band, and so many others."

 

PRICE: $20.00

CAT #: PFR 035LP

FILE UNDER: ELECTRONIC

Limited 2025 restock. Poker Flat Recordings -- surely one of the most essential and influential labels of the past couple of decades, treat us to something a little different -- and very, very special. Classic Jams reaches back to the roots, pulling out long-lost, forgotten gems -- the music that first inspired and invigorated a generation of electronic producers and dancers including Steve Bug. Take a trip into the deep, jacking, acidic house and raw techno expressions that had a profound impact on the current Poker Flat roster -- from the late '80s up until the present. Most of these tracks are long since out-of-print on vinyl, and fetch considerable amounts on the second-hand market. Likewise, some have never been available digitally. Selected and compiled by label-boss Steve Bug, these are secret weapons for open-minded DJs, and a valuable document of house music's enduring legacy for the home listeners. Aquarius' warehouse anthem, "Jam to It Again," originally out on City Limits in 1990, still sounds like a jolt of adrenaline to the system. Likewise the obscure but stunning "Magique Noir" by Transcendence will no doubt ignite dancefloors in exactly the same way it did the first time around. Going even further back, Classic Jams also shines a light on Larry Heard's sublime "Never No More Lonely" under his Fingers, Inc. moniker, as well as the 1988 deep house bomb "Muzik" by Myoshi Morris, which appears in a brand-new exclusive Steve Bug edit. Other highlights include Swing City from 1992 with the pure NY house groove of "Make You Mine." Hundreds of contemporary producers are desperately trying to emulate this effortlessly pure house moment -- none come close. Yet it's not all from our U.S. cousins -- tracks that helped kickstart a movement in Europe also feature -- see VDT's "It's Just a Dream" featuring MC Valium -- essential techno from 1991 out of the soon-to-be-rave-homeland of Germany. Throw in other out-and-out lost classics from the likes of Big Baby, Springboard, and Vice, and you have a compilation that stands both as a testament to the enduring genius of house, and as an essential tool for rocking any party. Includes mp3 download code.

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: RRS 231LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Includes replica of all inserts. Girls At Our Best! were one of the greatest and most influential bands to emerge in the early 1980s as part of a new wave of independent acts. DJ John Peel championed them, playing their singles repeatedly and inviting them to record a session for his program. Wry vocalist Judy Evans and brutal yet melodic guitarist James Alan who'd met at art college in Leeds fronted Girls At Our Best!, the proto-Indie band that formed from the ashes of Alan's 1977 punk band SOS! Pleasure, the sole album, reached number two in the Indie Chart. It was an album so different from the rest of the post-punk indie pack that you can still play it now and completely baffle new listeners. As John Peel said about Roxy Music, it just doesn't seem to relate to anything else.

 

PRICE: $28.00

CAT #: RRS 231R-LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Color vinyl version. Includes replica of all inserts. Girls At Our Best! were one of the greatest and most influential bands to emerge in the early 1980s as part of a new wave of independent acts. DJ John Peel championed them, playing their singles repeatedly and inviting them to record a session for his program. Wry vocalist Judy Evans and brutal yet melodic guitarist James Alan who'd met at art college in Leeds fronted Girls At Our Best!, the proto-Indie band that formed from the ashes of Alan's 1977 punk band SOS! Pleasure, the sole album, reached number two in the Indie Chart. It was an album so different from the rest of the post-punk indie pack that you can still play it now and completely baffle new listeners. As John Peel said about Roxy Music, it just doesn't seem to relate to anything else.

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: RRS 270LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Color vinyl. A wild blast from the American underground, The Wacky Hi-Jinks of Adrenalin O.D. is a fast, feral, and sharply witty slab of '80s punk mayhem. Released in 1984, it's packed with razor riffs, relentless drumming, and a grin that never fades. Tracks like "A.O.D. vs. Godzilla," "New Year's Eve," and "Corporate Disneyland" charge ahead with breakneck speed and tongue-in-cheek brilliance. Loud, clever, and totally unhinged, this is punk rock at full tilt -- an underrated gem that still sounds like trouble in all the right ways. Insert included.

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: RRS 271LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Color vinyl. Humungusfungusamoungus is a full-throttle punk assault -- fast, ferocious, and fired up with razor-sharp wit. Released in 1986, it tears through suburban monotony and daily absurdities with breakneck speed and a smirk. Tracks like "Bugs" and "Masterpiece" nail that perfect mix of sarcasm and fury, turning frustration into fuel. Relentless drums, jagged guitars, and vocals that don't let up -- this is punk at its most raw and unfiltered. A.O.D. didn't just play fast -- they meant every second of it. Classic. Insert included.

 

PRICE: $24.00

CAT #: RRS 272LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Color vinyl. Adrenalin O.D.'s Cruising with Elvis in Bigfoot's U.F.O. marks a turning point where the band's rapid-fire hardcore began blending with sharper songwriting and catchier hooks -- still wild, still hilarious, but tighter and more tuneful. Produced by Daniel Rey and restored from the original master tapes, this reissue brings back the album in all its manic, sneering glory. No filler, no extras -- just the original mayhem, loud and clear, the way it was meant to be heard. Insert included.

 

PRICE: $43.50

CAT #: RRS 280LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

By resurrecting a long-forgotten musical idiom (which had only existed for a scant two years to begin with), known as the "Gurus of Garage Grunge" since their inception in 1980, The Fuzztones predated the Seattle grunge scene by ten years! 2025 marks the band's 45 year anniversary. Their fiery brand of garage-psych punk has influenced hundreds of groups, from The Hives to The Horrors. Includes bonus 7".

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: RROO 375LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

This is a superior Jah Thomas record with all the great midnight rock rub-a-rub riddims. A big album that represents Jah Thomas, packed full of early dancehall numbers that let you fully enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the time, including the big hit title track!

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: RROO 390LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

A gifted guitarist and singer-songwriter, Lascelles Beckford has a long history in reggae. After playing with Harold Butler in the late 1970s, Beckford began fronting Crucial Vibes, based in Old Harbour, west of Spanish Town, the band making waves in Canada in 1983. One of the leading Jamaican backing bands of the mid-1980s, debut album Control Yourself is an excellent blend of hard-hitting roots tunes, protest music and sophisticated love songs, all driven by their excellent musicianship, with the percussionist Skully and saxophonist Dean Fraser adding exquisite touches. Quality from start to finish -- one for all roots connoisseurs.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: RROO 392LP

FILE UNDER: WORLD

During the early 1980s, stylistic dancehall toaster Earlando Neil became Early B chatting on the sound systems Soul Imperial Hi-Fi and King Majesty, consolidating his reputation on the mighty Kilimanjaro. Scoring many hits before his untimely death in 1994, the posthumous compilation Immortal was compiled by Ossie Thomas, the producer of some of B's greatest work; highlights include the smash hit "Gateman Get Fraid," the desultory "Imitator," the sadly prescient "If You A Coward Leave Out Badness" and the salutary "Honourable Nesta Marley." Highlighting Early B's lyrical prowess, Immortal lives up to its title for sure.

 

PRICE: $17.00

CAT #: ROG 141CD

FILE UNDER: JAZZ

"These four musicians have all played with each other before. Just to name a few: two albums in duo for Joe McPhee and Michael Bisio, in addition of appearing in different other bands; Mat Maneri and Fred Lonberg-Holm, also recorded as a duo; Fred Lonberg-Holm is part of Joe McPhee's Survival Unit III with Michael Zerang and both are also part of Peter Br?tzman's Chicago Tentet; Joe McPhee is within Mat Maneri Quintet in the album Sustain; Mat Maneri is within Michael Bisio's quartet on the album MBefore and both are part of Matthew Shipp's trio Chamber Ensemble on The Gospel According to Matthew and Michael. So, no need to say that they were already very familiar to each other. Almost four generations of musicians; four very strong musical personalities, four very rich musical careers and, above all, four musicians who know how much the confrontation of different ideas pushes music forward; and it is exactly what we had hoped from this band, that they find a common language richer than the sum of the individual languages of each of them, a coherent musical material that respect each personality without reducing the great diversity of their individual approaches. If there was no doubt at the outset that Joe McPhee, Mat Maneri, Fred Lonberg-Holm and Michael Bisio would be able to make a great recording, eventually, they have done much more, finding original forms and producing an album on which the diversity of the pieces in no way detracts from the cohesion of the whole -- quite the opposite, in fact."

 

PRICE: $16.00

CAT #: SSCRART 007EP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

"Everybody Loves The Sunshine is more than a classic. It is THE summer anthem, one of the most covered and sampled soul tunes by Roy Ayers and the Ubiquity family. This vinyl re-release has been eagerly awaited by music lovers worldwide. This version was originally recorded as a cover version, produced by Soulciety Records for their label band project named The Soulsociety. The performance was recorded with the original songwriter and producer of the song, Mr. Legendary vibes controller and soul superstar Roy Ayers. This recording follows the original '70s feel and instrumentation of the 1976 version, but this time also features Roy Ayers prominently on lead vocals. Another big difference compared to all other versions by Roy and Ramp is the fact that this version is arranged and produced as a midtempo track. It will fit perfectly into any DJs set with a focus on soul, funk or hip hop. For the first time ever, this classic is now available on a Sedsoulciety Recordings 7" vinyl with a full cover artwork, including the previously unreleased instrumental version on the flip side with added extra vibes by the master himself."

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: SVVRCH 100LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Not the British pub rockers! This Doctor Feelgood is a completely different band -- American, obscure, and far more experimental. Their 1971 album Something to Take Up Time is a wild mix of prog rock, free jazz, blues, and psychedelia, packed with flute and sax solos in the spirit of early Jethro Tull, Gravy Train, and Aynsley Dunbar. Formed by ex-members of Teddy and the Pandas and The Sensations, the band only lasted a few years, but left behind this cult gem -- full of complex arrangements and standout performances, especially from sax/flute wizard Dick Winters, who often played two horns at once. Underrated, unique, and highly recommended.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: SVVRCH 105LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Originally emerging from the Ohio garage scene as Jerry and the Others, The Elders released their sole album in 1971 -- a surprising mix of soul-infused rock, funk rhythms, wah-wah guitars, and psych flourishes. Despite the ominous skull-and-book cover art, this isn't heavy Sabbath-style riffing, but rather a vibrant, danceable sound closer to Sly & The Family Stone, Rare Earth, and early Hendrix. Rooted more in the late '60s than the early '70s, their groove-heavy, genre-blending approach feels both raw and infectious. A true sleeper gem worth digging up.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: SVVRCH 108LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Often dubbed the Jimi Hendrix of the Bosphorus, Erkin Koray was a trailblazer of Anatolian psych -- a mind-bending fusion of traditional Turkish music and electrified Western rock. After experimenting with beat and pop in the '60s, Koray fully embraced the underground, eventually releasing his game-changing self-titled debut in 1973. A landmark release, it seamlessly weaves fuzzed-out guitar work, Anatolian folk melodies, R&B grooves, and raw psychedelia into something entirely unique. A cornerstone of Turkey's countercultural sound.

 

PRICE: $20.50

CAT #: SVVRCH 109LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

Formed in 1969 and closely tied to the Mountain camp, this powerful New York quintet was part of the same hard rock vanguard that defined the early '70s. Sharing stages with heavyweights like Jethro Tull, Black Sabbath, Ten Years After, and the Faces, they built a solid live reputation, yet widespread recognition always seemed just out of reach. Their lone, self-titled album -- released in September 1970 -- is a hidden gem of the era: raw, bluesy, and full of proto-metal fire. Though it never cracked the charts, it stands today as a lost classic of American heavy rock, now rightfully rediscovered by crate diggers and rock historians alike.

 

PRICE: $35.00

CAT #: TW U-LP

FILE UNDER: CLASSICAL

The In Between is the debut solo album by harpist, composer, and sound artist Shelley Burgon. Burgon is one of the most accomplished and sought-after performers and collaborators in the world of avant-garde and new music. Her interpretations of works by composers such as Pauline Oliveros, John Cage, Morton Subotnick, and Cornelius Cardew, as well as her collaborations with artists as diverse as Bjork, Anthony Braxton, and Fred Frith have shown her to be an artist with an extraordinary ability to get to the core of the music, surpassing the limitations of technical mastery with a transcendent sense of nuance and feel. Over the years, Burgon's own compositions, including works for groups such as the Merce Cunningham Dance Company and The Ne(x)tworks ensemble featuring Joan LaBarbara, have demonstrated these intangible qualities with even greater clarity and shown her to be an artist with a deeply personal, spiritual vision. The In Between is an immersive, meditative work in which Burgon's subtle arrangement of space and seemingly simple melodic lines draws the listener into a deep awareness of the piece itself as well as the wider, vibrant sound world that we all inhabit. It was composed and performed by Burgon alone on her acoustic concert harp without amplification or effects and recorded live, in one take, as an early summer day gave way to dusk in the mountains overlooking the Ojai Valley in California. The continuous 56-minute piece unfolds as the sounds of songbirds and airplanes fade with the setting sun; the chirps of crickets and frogs slowly emerge; the wood of the auditorium roof crackles as it cools with the evening air. The music is spacious, Burgon plays each note with a focus that is both tense and gentle, often allowing each to fully resonate and float before evaporating into the sounds of the surrounding chaparral and woodlands. At other moments, cascades of notes come into being, flowing with a ringing clarity and dissolving as quickly as they emerge from the mountain air. As motifs and figures repeat and evolve, Burgon's work becomes one of memory and foresight, a Feldman-esque unfurling realized as a sort of field recording in which the listener is both present and in between. Cut at 45RPM and pressed to HQ180gram vinyl at RTI. Presented in heavy tip-on gatefold double vinyl. with spot finishes and two full color printed inner sleeves with notes by the artist.

 

PRICE: $11.95

CAT #: UT 069

FILE UNDER: Misc

"A banger of an issue. Lou Reed is a cover story, as David Holzer digs deep into his provocative experimental double-LP Metal Machine Music, fifty years after its release. The Saints are back with the third part of an expansive interview with Ed Kuepper who talks about the band's adventures in the UK in 1977. The story of psychedelic mavericks Plasticland gets even freakier; Cheetah Chrome is interviewed about Rocket from the Tombs and the Dead Boys; Peter Stanfield exalts in the primal R&B sound of Them; and freewheeling Canadian folk-rocker Tom Northcott shares his remarkable story. Plus: the fascinating backstory of Pete Morticelli's 1967 moody garage killer 'Lost'; female Dutch psych rockers Cinderella; Duncan Fallowell on Bowie's Ziggy Stardust; Cyril Jordan on the Lovin' Spoonful; Bob Neuwirth on Janis Joplin; exotic guitar rocker Aris San; a tribute to the Pretty Things' Mark St John, and more. Not to forget, reviews of all the latest and greatest reissues and our esteemed book review section."

 

PRICE: $27.00

CAT #: VL 900105LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

2025 restock. Fear is the first of John Cale's three studio albums for Island Records, all of which were released in a period of just over a year. During this time Cale was also producing records for other artists, working on albums such as Horses (1975) by Patti Smith, one of the most influential of all proto-punk records. In addition to his lead vocals on Fear, Cale also played keyboards, guitars, viola, violin and bass, and was joined by Fairport Convention's Richard Thompson, Roxy Music's Brian Eno and Phil Manzanera, and other artists who were signed to Island at the time. "Gun" features an unusual two-man guitar solo from Manzanera and Eno, with the latter using a synthesizer to process the former's guitar playing in real-time. Includes two bonus tracks, "Bamboo Floor" and "All I Want Is You." 180-gram vinyl.

 

PRICE: $26.00

CAT #: VL 900112LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

2025 repress. Too Much Too Soon, the second studio album by the legendary New York Dolls was first released in the spring of 1974. The record was laid down in New York with producer Shadow Morton. Morton, known for his work with the Shangri-Las, was brought in to the project by David Johansen despite (or perhaps because) Johnny Thunders wanted to produce the album. Though their self-titled debut with Todd Rundgren at the helm had received high praise from critics, the Dolls didn't like Rundgren. And Rundgren had little respect for the Dolls. Thunders and Johansen thought Rundgren's production watered down their sound. Rundgren was no fan of the group's raucous sound and attitude, to the point that he's even alleged to have yelled at them "get the glitter out of your asses and play!" With Morton behind the boards Too Much Too Soon incorporated many of his trademark production techniques, familiar to Shangri-Las fans, mainly his use of sounds effects such as gunshots and highly present female backing vocals. Too Much Too Soon was well received by critics and fans who praised the band's raw sound and felt that it was improved by Morton's production. Over the years the New York Dolls legacy has only grown larger.

 

PRICE: $33.00

CAT #: WWSLP 031LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

2025 repress; LP version. Obi; includes four-page insert. Wewantsounds present the first official release outside of Japan for The Mystery Kindaichi Band's The Adventures of Kindaichi Kosuke, originally released in 1977. The "imaginary" soundtrack to the cult detective book series by writer Seishi Yokomizo is on many DJ want-lists. Arranged by soundtrack master Kentaro Haneda and featuring a mysterious group of the best '70s Japanese Funk musicians, the album is pure undiluted disco funk. Writer Seishi Yokomizo is an institution in Japan. He could be compared to Agatha Christie with his series of novels based on the adventures of detective Kosuke Kindaichi. The fictional character was born in 1946 with Yokomizo's first novel in the series and solved mysteries until the late '70s under Yokomizo's pen before the death of the writer in 1981. Yokomizo's novels have been a prime source for film and TV scenarios, so when, in 1977, Japanese label King Records decided to record a concept album based on the Kindaichi novels, it made complete sense. The writer was slightly surprised though. The concept album was arranged by pianist Kentaro Haneda, a key TV and film composer who has worked on many anime films and is also famous outside of Japan for composing the music for the video game Wizardry. For the album, he assembled a supergroup of some of the best Tokyo funk and city pop musicians. The long list includes jazz pianist Hideo Ichikawa who played on the 1971 Joe Henderson In Japan album, drummer Jun Moriya, who is on Joe Hisaichi's cult Wonder City Orchestra album (1982), percussionist Tadaomi Anai who played with disco singer Eri Ohno, trumpeter Koji Hadori who's featured on Haruomi Hosono's Pacific album (1978). Also present on the album are saxophonist Takeru Muraoka who plays on many Tatsuro Yamashita cult albums including For You (1982) and Spacy (1977), Kimiko Yamauchi (koto) who's on Akiko Yano's landmark 1976 album Japanese Girl (WWSCD 017CD/WWSLP 017LP), and last but not least, French hornist Koji Yamaguchi who plays on Yazuaki Shimizu's Kakashi (1982). Together they lay the funk on ten instrumentals filled with pure disco and funk breakbeats, making the album one of the highly-coveted Japanese LPs on international cratedigger scene. Remastered from the original tapes. Faithfully reproduced original artwork; Artwork by renowned illustrator Ichibun Sugimoto. New introduction by Anton Spice.

 

PRICE: $40.00

CAT #: WWSLP 040LP

FILE UNDER: ROCK

2025 repress; double LP version. Tokyo Dreaming is a superb selection picked from the highly collectible Nippon Columbia label and its Better Days sub-label. Wewantsounds have teamed up with journalist and Japanese music expert Nick Luscombe. The selection mixes electro, synth-pop, funk, and ambient and includes many sought-after rarities and hidden gems which have never been released outside of Japan and the set has been newly remastered by Nippon Columbia. Nippon Columbia, one of Japan's oldest music labels is also one of its most collectible thanks to its sub-label Better Days which, in the late '70s, became a hotbed for Tokyo's new generation of pop artists eager to experiment with ambient, electro, and funk. Armed with a string of new Japanese-made synthesizers and drum machines that would soon take the world by storm, they made cutting-edge music, which has since become highly sought-after by a new generation of Japanese music lovers. Nick Luscombe, who has long been a leading advocate of Japanese music from this era, has handpicked a selection of some of the sharpest music released on these labels at the time. Tokyo Dreaming starts with "The End of Asia" by Ryuichi Sakamoto from his 1978 ground-breaking debut Thousand Knives Of... (WWSCD 024CD/WWSLP 024LP, 2019). The track became a staple of Sakamoto and Yellow Magic Orchestra's live shows and was even re-recorded by the group for their 1980 album X Multiplies. The track is followed by Mariah's cult Armenian folk flavored synth pop classic "Shinzo No Tobira" (1983). Chika Asamoto's "Self Control" (1988) and Jun Fukamachi's "Treasure Hunter" (1985) are perfect songs in the synth-pop canon, while Yumi Murata's rendition of Akiko Yano's "Watashi No Bus" and Hitomi "Penny" Tohyama's "Rainy Driver" both from 1981, move closer towards the slicker, funkier sound of city pop. Tokyo Dreaming superbly showcases the breadth of '80s Japanese music and the way electro pop was a playing ground for musicians to experiment with many styles, as showcased by Akira Sakata's dub-infused "Room" from 1980, Kazumi Watanabe's discoid "Tokyo Joe" (1980) and Juicy Fruits' techno pop song "Jenie Gets Angry". The selection flows effortlessly between many shades of synth and ends with two cult classics in the form of Yasuaki Shimizu's "Semi Tori No Hi" and Shigeo Sekito's ambient-jazz masterpiece "The Word II" from his highly sought-after album Kareinaru Electone (The Word) Vol.2 (1975). Tokyo Dreaming showcases the groundbreaking sounds of a city turned giant sonic lab which was restlessly inventing the music of the future. Album designed by famed London-based designer Optigram. Also features Yumi Seino, Kyoko Furuya, Kazue Itoh, Haruo Chikada & Vibra-Tones, and Colored Music.