V/A Shinobi Cuts – Cliff Thornburn

Shinobi Cuts presents the latest instalment of their highly entertaining remix chain albums, “Cliff Thornburn”. The premise is one artists submits a track, in this case Pete Sasqwax, it then gets passed to the next artists to remix, then to the next to remix the remix and so on. Until it finally arrives back to the original artists to give it the final rework. Once again the album features a remix from our very own LongDistanceDan, amongst many talented others.
Grab your free download now, which also comes with a seamless DJ mix of the tracks from Pimpernel Jones.

Marathon of Dope Compilation Vol. 2

Marathon Of Dope release their second compilation. They have drawn from their label and community’s diverse pool of talent, to build a collection of new and unreleased tracks as a special thanks for all of the support they have gained over the past few years. The compliation is a free smorgasbord of M.O.D. exclusives. Whether you’re searching for an old favouritee flavor, a glimpse of a secret side-project, a nostalgic melody, an intricately wound instrumental, or just something to dance to, this compilation has something just for you. Grab it now via the Marathon of Dope bandcamp page all for free!

The Content (L​)​abel Sampler 4

LA based Content Label has just dropped a tasty free sampler featuring some of its best artists. Curated by label boss DDay One the sampler features tracks by 2econd Class Citizen, Dextah, Glen Porter, and of course DDay himself. When describing the label DDay One said, “We believe that ‘content’ which emanates from profoundness adds value to the lives of those that create it and support it and as a label we function as a bridge to facilitate the exchange.”
The sampler is available for free download via bandcamp but only for 1 month, so don’t miss out kids!

Shinobi Cuts – Infrasonics 723 Remix Chain

The 3rd remix chain from Shinobi Cuts is now available for download. If you don’t know the premise, one artists creates a track, the next remixes that track, the next remixes the remixes and so on.
This time round the original track comes from San Diego’s DJ Pnutz, providing a storming mix of banging beats, wailing guitars and more. Then the track goes on to be remixed by the likes of Digital Midgets, Pete Sasqwax, Bobby Corridor and more, including our own LongDistanceDan. The results range from ambient electronic soundscapes, thumping downbeats, electro beats and more. Download the album now for Name Your Price release.

The Delaware Road

The Delaware Road is a psychological thriller & an audio-visual treat for fans of archived electronica, far out jazz & haunted folk grooves. Loosely based on the lives of influential, electronic musicians Delia Derbyshire & John Baker, it’s a fictional tale of obsession with sound, sex & occultism, exploring the highs & lows of the lead characters brilliant but troubled careers.
The album features 19 tracks from leading acts within the British electronic, tape, spoken word, jazz, folk & prog world.
The compilation is available now on limited edition gatefold CD and digital via Buried Treasure.

 

A Little Something Radio Vol.2 : London Sessions

Here & Now Records are getting set to release the second instalment of “A Little Something Radio” compiled by Diesler. This time the focus is on London featuring tracks by the likes of Ambient Jazz Ensemble, Renegade Brass Band, Yam Who?, Tall Black Guy and more.
The result is a compilation of soulful, dance orientated funk, touching on electronica, house, future beats and more.
Available on double LP, CD and digital from October 23rd on Here & Now, this will definitely hit the spot for all modern soul fans.

https://soundcloud.com/hereandnowrecordings/sets/a-little-something-radio-vol-2/s-EtkNB

The Brasileiro Treasure Box of Funk & Soul

DJs and music historians Greg Caz and Deano Sounds have teamed up to bring the world a beautiful package of vintage Brazilian music, selected with discerning and funky Brazilian music fans in mind.
The Brasileiro Treasure Box of Funk & Soul spans an infectious and impressive range of funk, soul, and psychedelic music from 1970s Brazil. Some highlights include: the extremely rare and funky “Labirinto” by 2001 & Beto; the blistering psychedelic funk of Antônio Carlos & Jocafi’s “Quem Vem Lá”; the essential rare groove track “Bananeira” by Emilio Santiago; Osmar Milito E Quarteto Forma’s rare “América Latina” (sampled by Madlib on Madvillain’s Raid); Tom Zé’s unstoppable riff on “Jimmy, Renda-Se”; and many others.
The 45 box set version comes in a durable glossy case with 7 x 45s, a poster containing the original artwork for the album, and a booklet printed on thick paper.
Released on the 23rd of October you can pre-order and check out track snippets on the Cultures Of Soul website.

V/A Third Pass – 3rd Anniversary

The Jazz Jousters collective celebrate their 3 year anniversary with the release of a new compilation, “Third Pass – 3rd Anniversary LP”.
Featuring tracks Mr. Moods, Stay Classy, Es-K, Bones The Beat Head, SmokedBeat, Vinkate, Slone, Pawcut, Oldy Clap Recordz and more.
16 tracks of jazz laden, funky hip hop beats, with a summery laid back feel, enough to keep any beat heads happy. The compilation is available now on CD and digital from Millennium Jazz Music.

Black Box Tapes – The Shape Of Things To Come

Left-field rapper and Anticon hero, Sole has a new label coming straight out of Denver.
Black Box Tapes is a new experimental hip hop and electronic label, although as time goes on they aim to go beyond these genres and simply release music they love.
‘The Shape Of Things To Come’ is a free label sampler featuring the likes of Skyrider, Mans Best Friend, Walter Gross and more. The tracks featured are definitely interesting and makes us excited for what is to come from this new label.

V/A – A Little Something Radio

Here and Now Records release the new compilation, ‘A Little Something Radio : Music From The Modern Soul Underground’. Compiled by Diesler, the album brings together the best modern soul music, ranging from classic sounding funk to the more dance orientated tracks.
19 tracks deep this is the perfect compilation for those of you looking for more soulful vibes in your life and are after new artists to explore.
Released on the 19th of Jan, ‘A Little Something Radio’ is available on CD and digital with limited t-shirt bundles also available.