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Universal, 1998. Near Mint- ... $0.99
Indie/Universal (Brazil), 2004. Used ... $18.99
Blue Note, 2021. New Copy ... $12.99 13.99
A very different album than some of the more recent efforts from the legendary drummer Tony Allen – and a set that shows that, as the title proclaims, there is no end to the creative talents of the mighty musician – even after he departed our planet! This set has Allen working with a ... (Global Grooves) read more CD
Blue Note, 2021. New Copy 2LP ... About April 30, 2021 (delayed)
A very different album than some of the more recent efforts from the legendary drummer Tony Allen – and a set that shows that, as the title proclaims, there is no end to the creative talents of the mighty musician – even after he departed our planet! This set has Allen working with a ... (Global Grooves) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available There Is No End ... CD 12.99(Release date bumped from 4/30/21 to TBA)
Universal (Japan), 1988. New Copy (reissue)... $52.99
Japanese singer Maki Asakawa is looking a bit more down to earth than on her 70s albums, and the sound is maybe a bit more in that mode as well – helped out nicely here by American soul artist Bobby Watson – not the jazz musician, but the bassist/keyboardist, who produced the whole set ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Mariana Aydar —
Cavaleiro Selvagem Aqui Te Sigo ... CD Universal (Brazil), 2011. Used ... $6.99
Mariana Aydar's really blowing our mind since the last time we heard her on record – stepping forth here with her deepest, most complex material ever – an album as rich in sounds and styles as some of our favorite Brazilian material from the 70s! There's this confidence to the ... (Brazil) read more CD
(Back cover of booklet appears to be signed by the artists and inscribed to the previous owner.)
Universal, 1997. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A landmark debut from the mighty Erykah Badu – a record that really set the world on fire when it first appeared – and which continues to blow our minds all these many years later! There's a simple, straightforward grace to the album that comes through immediately – as Erykah ... (Neo Soul) read more CD
Erykah Badu —
Live ... CD Universal, 1997. Used ... Out Of Stock
Erykah Badu —
On & On [dance mix] (voc, long version, long inst)/Universal, 1997. Very Good ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great little tune from Erykah Badu – smooth, mellow, with a nice downtempo vibe, but still a warm finish that works perfectly with her voice! This is the kind of tune that made us all fall in love with her right away – and which still sounds great years later. (Neo Soul) 12-inch, Vinyl record
(Promo. A-side label has a bit of marker, B-side label is a bit faded.)
Gary Bartz —
Harlem Bush Music – Taifa (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Milestone/Universal (Japan), 1970. Used Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
One of the albums that forever put Gary Bartz on the map – a righteous blend of jazz, funk, and spiritual elements – and one of the key early 70s sessions with his NTU Troop! The album moves way past Gary's early style, and heads into territory not charted before – filled with ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print. Includes obi.)
Beastie Boys —
In Sound From Way Out! ... LP Grand Royal/Universal, 1996/1998. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
The Beasties' peak-era, retro-style instrumentals LP! Even at their weakest vocal moments, we've always dug the Beastie Boys' firm commitment to funky instrumental backing – their albums are filled with lots of nice interludes, instrumentals, and backing grooves – but they often seemed ... (Hip Hop) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Beggars Opera —
Act One (with bonus tracks) ... CD Vertigo/Universal (Japan), 1970. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A jammingly progressive set from Beggars Opera – a short-lived British group with plenty of great organ work from Alan Park! Beggars Opera are poised halfway between the tighter modes of the beat group years and the more stretched out sound of the classic rock supergroups – and the ... (Rock) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Philips/Universal (Japan), 1970. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A fantastically soulful album from Jorge Ben – one of his greatest records ever, and a key part of Brazilian music in the 70s! The album marks an earthier shift for Jorge – a sound that's still rooted in the samba influences of the 60s, but which also takes on a bit more soul at the ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Jorge Ben —
Sacundin Ben Samba ... CD Universal (Brazil), 1964. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of Jorge Ben's greatest albums – a groundbreaking blend of samba and soul that forever went onto transform the face of Brazilian music! The record works off the groove set down by Jorge's earlier hit "Mas Que Nada" (which appears on another LP), and takes the blend of bossa, ... (Brazil) read more CD
Brook Benton —
Songs I Love To Sing ... CD Mercury/Universal, 1959. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Overlooked genius from Brook Benton – moving past his simple hit style here to work with arranger Belford Hendricks in a set of tunes that's a bit more "singerly". The tracks are mostly ballads and slower, sadder numbers – sung by Brook in a style that's slightly emotive, but ... (Soul) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Universal (Japan), 1990. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A beautiful tribute to 25 years in Brazilian music by Maria Bethania – and a record that's easily one of her greatest efforts from later years! The album's something of an all-star effort – with guest vocals from Nina Simone, Joao Gilberto, Gal Costa, and others – and tremendous ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Philips/Universal (Brazil), 1971. New Copy (reissue)... About June 15, 2021
Wonderful early work from Maria Bethania – an album that's put together with a very sophisticated sound, and a really powerful feel overall! The orchestrations are relatively baroque – sometimes using strings in odd ways, other times bringing in bits of voices – all very much in ... (Brazil) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Universal (Japan), 1978. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
Strong work by Maria Bethania from the late 70s – a session that has her tightening up her sound a bit more than before, but without any loss of her sense of drama or emotion! The album was recorded with a number of different musical backgrounds, including many small group settings with ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Universal (Japan), 1993. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A set of compositions penned by Roberto and Erasmo Carlos – sung by Maria Bethania in a warmly personal setting! The style here gets away from any of the too-romantic qualities that can sometimes mar presentation of the Carlos' brothers work – and instead, Bethania uses her innate ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Universal (Japan), 1989. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
One of Maria Bethania's great collaborations with arranger Jaime Alem – an artist we loved as part of the team of Jaime & Nair back in the 70s, and who's really helping Bethania find some deeper space here in the middle years of her career! At a time when Maria had moved into some of the ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
BG —
I Know (radio, lp, inst, acapella) ... 12-inch Universal, 2000. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Universal (France), 2020. New Copy ... $13.99
Rock-solid work from the mighty Benjamin Biolay – one of the few contemporary French talents who moves us as much as his counterparts from the 60s scene – and an artist who's maybe now got a legacy that's even larger than some of his earlier heroes! The album's got a sound that's as ... (French) read more CD
Universal (France), 1960s/1970s. New Copy 2 CDs & DVD ... $26.99
A moving tribute to the late, great Serge Gainsbourg – served up in a mix of film and songs from his famous partner Jane Birkin! The set features a DVD directed by Jane – a 40 minute documentary filled with private images of Serge, laid out in a very loving tribute – and it's ... (French) read more CD
(DVD is NTSC coded, All Region.)
Universal (France), 2021. New Copy ... $15.99 16.99
Wonderful work from the legendary Jane Birkin – and proof that true musical legends never die! Jane's sounding every bit as tremendous as on her 70s recordings for Philips – working here with Ettiene Daho and Jean Louis Pierot on production and songwriting – in a mode that uses ... (French) read more CD
Mary J Blige —
My Life (2CD edition – with bonus tracks0 ... CD Uptown/Universal, 1994. New Copy 2CD ... Out Of Stock
The stunning second album from Mary J Blige – a record that showed that both the singer and her new form of soul music were around to stay! Production is from Sean Combs and Chucky Thompson – very heavy on beats borrowed from the underground, but nicely tuned to the mainstream – ... (Soul) read more CD
Blues Creation —
Demon & Eleven Children ... LP Denon/Sony (Japan), 1971. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A mindblowing set from early 70s Japan – and a record that's every bit as sinister as you'd guess from its title! Blues Creation certainly started out with a blues influence in their music, but like some of the headier British groups of the moment, they've turned that love of guitar lines ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Philips/Universal (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
Very groovy bossa tracks – very much in the mode of some of the Verve hit recordings of the mid 60s! After the success of the Astrud Gilberto/Joao Gilberto work with Stan Getz, it's clear that Philips and Luiz Bonfa wanted to get in on the act – and they've paired Bonfa's guitar with ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Universal (Brazil), 2009. Used ... $6.99
Wonderful recent work from Joao Bosco – one of the few artists from 70s Brazil who's kept his sound strong over the years! This album's got a very intimate feel – mostly just Joao's vocals and acoustic guitar at the core, augmented with some light group backing that shifts from track ... (Brazil) read more CD
Brand X —
Moroccan Roll (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Passport/Universal (Japan), 1977. Used ... $29.99
Features Phil Collins, Robin Lumely, and Percy Jones. (Jazz) CD
(Out of print, 2014 SHM-CD pressing–includes obi!)
Brand X —
Unorthodox Behaviour (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Passport/Universal (Japan), 1976. Used ... $29.99
Featuring Phil Collins on all percussion, Percy Jones on bass, John Goodsall on drums, and Robin Lumley on keys. (Jazz) CD
(Out of print, 2014 SHM-CD pressing – includes obi.)
Jacques Brel, Georges Brassens, & Leo Ferre —
Trois Hommes Sur La Photo (4CDs & DVD) ... CD Universal (France), 1969. Used 4CD & DVD ... $18.99
A fantastic package based around a legendary meeting of three of the greatest minds in French music in the 60s – singer/songwriters Jacques Brel, George Brassens, and Leo Ferre – who shared a space for a famous discussion on the state of music and culture at the time! The package ... (French) read more CD
(Still sealed.)
Ronnel Bright —
Ronnel Bright Trio (180 gram vinyl) ... LP Universal/Sam Records (France), 1958. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of the few albums ever cut as a leader by pianist Ronnell Bright – a player best known for his accompaniment behind famous vocalists, like Sarah Vaughan and Nancy Wilson! This rare date was cut in Paris – at a time when Bright was visiting the city with Vaughan – and it's a ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Limited edition! Beautiful pressing – 180 gram vinyl, pressed at Pallas, in a flipback cover, with insert!)
James Brown —
In The Jungle Groove ... LP Polydor/Universal, Early 70s/1986. New Copy 2LP (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Massive – and one of the best James Brown compilations ever, filled with rare and unreleased material! This completely essential set features tracks pulled from James' best years ever – the mighty early 70s, when he was working with the JBs, and laying down tracks that would forever ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
King/Universal, 1966. New Copy (reissue)... $22.99 24.99
James Brown, proud and loud – a smoking 60s album that provides a great link between his earlier styles and his freer roots – with a brilliant blend of funk, soul, and a touch of raw R&B! Given the power of The Godfather at this point, there's no denying that even the older cuts ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available It's a Man's Man's Man's World ... LP 29.99
James Brown —
Payback ... LP Polydor/Universal, 1973. New Copy 2LP Gatefold (reissue)... Out Of Stock
A masterpiece of funky soul – and one of the greatest albums of the early 70s! It all comes together on this one – funk, soul, politics, and production – and the record is still one of the clearest examples of James Brown's genius that you'll ever find! Recorded during the same ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Philips/Universal (Brazil), 1973. New Copy (reissue)... About June 15, 2021
Genius work from Chico Buarque – one of his most complicated, sophisticated, and fully-realized albums – a great summation of all the brilliance he'd already brought to Brazilian music – moved forward into new territory for the 70s! The album's of the same vintage as the more ... (Brazil) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Polydor/Universal (Japan), 1974. New Copy ... $13.99
Not the first album from Roy Buchanan, despite the title – but a set that helped firmly cement his strong 70s legacy – thanks to plenty of the almost-effortless guitar craft that made Roy one of the key forces to carry blues inspiration towards a more rock-oriented world at the time! ... (Rock) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Polydor/Universal (Japan), 1975. New Copy ... $13.99
The young Roy Buchanan live – working here in front of a New York crowd who are clearly in love with his talents! Roy only sings a bit – Billy Price handles most of the vocals – but he lets his guitar sing out loud and clear, with solos that dominate most of the tracks right ... (Rock) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Verve/Universal (Japan), 1967. New Copy ... $18.99 About June 16, 2021
A really sweet little album from guitarist Kenny Burrell – one in which he takes older tunes ("a generation ago"), and updates them with a sweetly compressed Verve 60s groove ("today"!) The record features 2 small groups – one with Ron Carter on bass, Grady Tate on ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing!) This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, June 16.
Argo/Universal (Japan), 1959. New Copy ... $18.99 About June 16, 2021
A hip live date from Kenny Burrell – recorded with a trio that includes Richard Davis on bass and Roy Haynes on drums – both of whom help Kenny find a groove that's a bit lighter and more fluid than usual! The rhythms here are quite gentle, almost spare at times – and always ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing!) This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, June 16.
Cadet/Universal (Japan), 1967. New Copy ... $18.99 About June 16, 2021
Less of the bop tribute that you might think – given the title – and more of a groovy batch of jazz tracks, with arrangements by Richard Evans, in the soulful bouncy style that was his best standard for mid 60s work at Chess! Evans' work is what really makes the record sparkle – ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing!) This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, June 16.
Don Byas —
Jazz In Paris – Laura ... CD Universal (France), 1950/1951/1952. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Tenorist Don Byas is one of those players who always seemed to get more recognition in Europe than the US – or if that's not entirely the case, he at least got more chances to record properly than he ever did over here! This excellent 18 track CD features tunes from 3 early 50s sessions that ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Decca/Universal (UK), 1973. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $23.99
A record with a bit of a gag in the title, but a set that has the mighty Caravan at their classic best – simply soaring to the skies on some of the best-crafted prog lines of their generation! The lineup has shifted a bit from before – only core members Pye Hastings on guitar and ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Philips/Universal (Japan), 1960. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A rare bossa treasure from the early years of the genre – a wicked session that features instrumentation by Oscar Castro Neves, and vocals by a host of different singers! The set's half vocal, half instrumental – and the latter feature some great sounds from Oscar's combo – a ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Elenco/Universal (Japan), 1966. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A landmark meeting of two Brazilian generations! The older singer/songwriter Dorival Caymmi meets up with Tom Jobim in this moody session of stripped-down tracks recorded in the famous Elenco style – and the result is a classic album that spans two generations of Brazilian music. Dorival ... (Brazil) read more CD
Also available Caymmi Visita Tom ... CD 18.99 This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Eric Clapton —
Eric Clapton (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Atco/Universal (Japan), 1978. Used 2CD ... Out Of Stock
Includes the previously unreleased "original mix" of the entire album as well as additional bonus tracks. (Rock) CD
(Out of print, 2008 SHM-CD pressing in two LP style sleeves with an ovesized booklet – includes obi!)
Clear Blue Sky —
Clear Blue Sky ... CD Vertigo/Universal (Japan), 1970. New Copy ... Just Sold Out!
An insanely ripping little record – one that comes on with all the raw power of the heaviest work by Black Sabbath or Led Zeppelin at the time – even though these guys never hit that sort of fame! The group's a trio with an incredibly deft touch – able to make the simple ... (Rock) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Brain/Universal (Japan), 1969. New Copy ... $13.99
Heady work from Cluster – a record that really helped set the tone for a whole generation of German experimentation! The sound here is incredibly dense – guitar and keyboard parts that are processed heavily, looped back on themselves, and sometimes supported by a bit of electronics ... (Rock) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Capitol/Universal (UK), 1964. New Copy ... $5.99 11.99
A really great side of the legendary Nat King Cole – tracks recorded late in his years at Capitol Records, and which really further his international appeal! The tracks here are all non-English versions of songs that Nat had recorded previously for Capitol – set to arrangements by ... (Vocalists) read more CD
John Coltrane —
Ballads (Japanese SACD pressing) ... CD Impulse/Universal (Japan), 1961/1962. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A perennial favorite in the John Coltrane catalog – a beautiful set of standards, handled in a warm laidback style – one that shows that Trane's groundbreaking group with Jimmy Garrison on bass, Elvin Jones on drums, and McCoy Tyner on piano could still express themselves with even more ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, 2014 SHM-SACD pressing–for SACD players only!!! Obi has a piece of clear tape but this is still a great copy overall.)
Universal (UK), 2019. New Copy ... $9.99
A brilliant blast from The Comet Is Coming – their second album on Impulse in less than a year – and it's as exciting as anything they've done so far! Their core vibe of mixing spiritual jazz with electronic experimentation is here in full force, but they take it new directions. While ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve/Universal (Netherlands), 2019. Used ... $3.99
Chick Corea —
Is ... CD Solid State/Universal (Japan), 1969. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of Chick Corea's first true moments of genius – a record that has the pianist stepping out into more experimental territory, after doing years of 60s material in a more soul jazz and Latin-styled mode! The tracks have a great sense of arrangement, but also balance that with really well-cr ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing – part of the "Forever Chick Corea" collection!)
Chick Corea —
Mad Hatter ... CD Polydor/Universal (Japan), 1977. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A goofy cover, and a tribute to Alice In Wonderland, but a nice little record – one that has Chick Corea playing a wide variety of keyboards next to acoustic piano – coming up with a sound that's sometimes cosmic, sometimes spacious, but always a lot more creative than most of his ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing – part of the "Fusion Best 50 Collection" series!)
Chick Corea —
Secret Agent ... CD Polydor/Universal (Japan), 1978. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A sweet little set from Chick Corea – one that's got a bit of a Return To Forever vibe at times, but maybe taken down into tighter territory overall – which makes for pure jazz funk greatness throughout! Some tunes have a nice sense of groove – the choppy fusion of RTF, but more ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing – part of the "Forever Chick Corea" collection!)
Chick Corea & Herbie Hancock —
Evening With Chick Corea & Herbie Hancock ... CD Polydor/Universal (Japan), 1978. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Sublime duets between Chick Corea and Herbie Hancock – both 70s masters of the keyboard, but working here in an acoustic setting that's a great reminder of the talents both musicians had at the start! The tracks are very long, and balance structure with a lot of improvised intensity – ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing – part of the "Forever Chick Corea" collection!)
Eddie Costa —
House Of Blue Lights ... CD Dot/Universal (Japan), 1959. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
An overlooked album from pianist Eddie Costa – recorded in the late 50s for Dot Records! The set's a bit different than some of Costa's other material from the time – in that has Eddie playing with a much heavier touch on the left hand – inflecting the keys in a bluesier mode, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHM-CD pressing!)
Polygram/Universal (Japan), 1983. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
It's the early 80s, and Gal's working with a style that's sure a lot sweeter and slicker than her earlier albums – but her voice is still fantastic, and we can't help liking the catchy tunes on the album, which are produced in a style that's similar to some of the modern soul-oriented work ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Polygram/Universal (Japan), 1969. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
One of the most mindblowing albums ever recorded – anywhere, anytime! This 1969 set stands as one of the greatest records ever cut by Gal Costa – done at the height of the Tropicalia movement, and featuring a sublime mix of styles that really gets the spirit of the movement right. ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Philips/Universal (Japan), 1979. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A nice batch of tracks by Gal, with some very nice 70s jazzy electric backing. The album features a nice remake of "India", plus the tracks "Forca Estranha", "Olha", "Meu Nome E Gal", "Balance", and "Samba Rasgado". (Brazil) CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Miles Davis —
Ascenseur Pour L'Echafaud (3 x 10 inch LP deluxe edition) ... LP Fontana/Universal, 1958. New Copy 3 x 10 inch LP ... Out Of Stock
One of our favorite-ever Miles Davis albums – and a groundbreaking soundtrack that forever changed the way that jazz music was used in film! According to legend, the sounds here were recorded by Miles on a hot Paris night – late in the studio, after a live performance – in a very ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Francois De Roubaix —
Dernier Domicile Connu/Universal (France), Late 60s. New Copy ... Just Sold Out!
Two tremendous soundtracks from the mighty Francois De Roubaix – easily one of our favorite film composers of all time! Dernier Domicile Connu is wonderful – with a famous theme that mixes stepping strings and funky drums in this really magnificent way – before moving between ... (Soundtracks) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Blossom Dearie —
Blossom Dearie Soubrette – Sings Broadway Hit Songs (Japanese pressing) ... CD Verve/Universal (Japan), 1960. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A beautiful treasure from Blossom's years at Verve – oddly tagged as a "hits" collection, but more an album of lesser-known Broadway tunes – arranged with a full and swinging sound by the great Russ Garcia! Garcia's backings make a nice contrast to Blossom's smaller combo ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print, includes obi. Still sealed.)
Universal/Edsel (UK), Late 60s. New Copy 3CD ... $39.99
A stunning collection of work from Kiki Dee – a British singer that most folks only discovered in the US in the mid 70s, thanks to a duet with Elton John – but one who gave her homeland some fantastic music in the 60s! The set's the first to fully dip into this part of Kiki's career, ... (Soul) read more CD
EMI/Universal (Brazil), 1978. New Copy (reissue)... About June 15, 2021
Sublime early work from Djavan – a bit of jazz, a bit of samba, and a bit of soul – all wrapped together in wonderfully warm arrangements! The sound here is sophisticated without being sleepy, and there's still a lightness to Djavan's music at this point – a style that manages to ... (Brazil) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Universal (Japan), 1976. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
Philips/Universal (Japan), 1975. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A sweet electric 70s session from the mighty Joao Donato – very different than his earlier bossa work of the 60s – and with the same funky appeal as the best work on his classic Quem E Quem album! This set's got a tighter feel overall – very much in a samba soul style, with lots ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
Julie Driscoll, Brian Auger, & The Trinity —
Streetnoise ... CD Atlantic/Universal (Japan), 1969. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Some great funky grooves by this legendary British ensemble – featuring excellent keyboard work by Brian Auger, recorded during the period when he was really beginning to stretch out a bit, and hit a much more open-ended kind of sound. Julie Driscoll is still on vocals, singing in her raw ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Philips/Universal (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
Soaring strings and bossa piano – a tremendous combination in the hands of Luiz Eca – working here at a time when the arranger was first making his name with the Tamba Trio! The set's one of Eca's gems from the 60s under his own name – and it's got a style that echoes the mix of ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
A&M/Universal (Japan), 1972. New Copy ... $13.99
There's a lonely look to the cover of the record – even more desolate than Nighthawks At The Diner – but Eggs Over Easy have this warm sound that really makes you feel right at home, right away – maybe in part because the group get some nice help on production from Link Wray! The ... (Rock) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Suave House/Universal, 1999. Near Mint- ... $5.99
"Throw Your Hands Up" features Outkast. "Armed Robbery" features Thorough, Gillie Da Kid, Toni Hickman, and Big Duke. (Hip Hop) 12-inch, Vinyl record
(Promo.)
El Chicano —
20th Century Masters Millennium Collection – Best Of El Chicano ... CD Kapp/Universal, Early 70s. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Stone Latin Soul – from one of the greatest groups of the genre! In the late 60s, New York was on top of the Latin Soul sound – blending together bits from Puerto Rican and African-American roots to come up with a whole new sound. But by the time of the early 70s, LA had taken over ... (Latin) read more CD
Kurt Elling/
Universal (Japan), 2007/2020. New Copy (pic cover)... Out Of Stock
A really cool limited single – with two contemporary vocal jazz gems! Kurt Elling takes on the groovy tune "Stepping Out" by Joe Jackson – really unlocking the jazzy core of the song, almost as anthem for the New York that Elling now calls home – and Mark Murphy handles ... (Funky 45's) read more 7-inch, Vinyl record
Brain/Universal (Japan), 1973. New Copy ... $13.99
One of the most jazz-based groups of the German prog scene of the early 70s – heard here on a rare outing that features Mal Waldron playing electric piano with the group! Despite Waldron's presence, though, the real keyboard star of the set is Jimi Jackson – who plays mellotron and ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Decca/Universal (Japan), 1969. New Copy ... $13.99
A one-off record by a UK group – but one that's gone on to become legendary over the years, thanks to a quality and vision in the music! These guys are perfectly poised at the later end of psych – still using all the right elements in all the right ways, but with more focus and ... (Rock) read more CD
(Part of the "Golden Era Of Rock – 1965 to 1975" series!)
Brian Eno —
Rams – Original Soundtrack ... CD Opal/Universal, 2020. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Great soundtrack work from Brian Eno – a record that's maybe more stark than some of his other work of the past few decades – but in a way that's no surprise, given that the music is for a film about the brilliant minimalist designer Dieter Rams! There are sounds here that recall some ... (Soundtracks) read more CD
Eric B & Rakim —
Don't Sweat The Technique (2LP version) ... LP MCA/Universal, 1992. New Copy 2LP (reissue)... Out Of Stock
The fourth and final Eric B & Rakim LP from their classic mid 80s to early 90s run – with some of Rakim's finest rhymes and most devasting delivery to date, and some of Eric B's best production, too! The title track, if course, is a monster – with Rakim's precise rhymes, the furious ... (Hip Hop) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(2LP pressing for better sound!)
Eric B & Rakim —
Follow The Leader (2LP version) ... LP MCA/Universal, 1990. New Copy 2LP (reissue)... Temporarily Out Of Stock
No sophomore slump for the second Eric B & Rakim album – benchmark hip hop of the first order and up there with the best of all time! Following up Paid In Pull was no easy task, and the appropriately titled Follow The Leader makes it look easy, completing one of the great one-two punches ... (Hip Hop) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(2LP pressing for better sound!)
Eric B & Rakim —
Let The Rhythm Hit Em (2LP version) ... LP MCA/Universal, 1990. New Copy 2LP (reissue)... Out Of Stock
The third album from Eric B & Rakim – absolute classic MC/DJ duo hip hop and maybe their most solid from beginning end, as impossible as that should've been after high bars they set with Paid In Full & Follow The Leader! By this point, Rakim was firmly established as one of hip hop's ... (Hip Hop) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(2LP pressing for better sound!)
Eric B & Rakim —
Paid In Full (2LP version) ... LP 4th & Broadway/Universal, 1987. New Copy 2LP (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Paid In Full, indeed! Eric B & Rakim's seminal debut still pays off in so many ways, and it was such a vital link between the party rockin' style of the old school and the terse, hard-hitting beats and rhymes of the nascent school, we can't even come up with the words for the praise it's due. ... (Hip Hop) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(2LP pressing for better sound!)
Universal (UK), 2020. New Copy ... $9.99
We've loved the music of Shaun Escoffery for many years now – right from that time when he emerged from the UK scene as key talent in the Omar generation – the kind of strong songwriting voice and confident singer that really helped mark a difference from the world of soul in the US! ... (Neo Soul) read more CD
Gil Evans, Jerry Dammers, & Others —
Absolute Beginners (2CD deluxe edition) ... CD Virgin/Universal (UK), 1986. New Copy 2CD (reissue)... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great snapshot of jazzy London in the years before the acid jazz explosion of the late 80s – and a surprisingly great soundtrack that's stood the test of time much more than the actual film! The music here represents a jazz-based undercurrent of the London scene that was already turning ... (Soundtracks) read more CD
Fairport Convention —
Who Knows Where The Time Goes – The Essential Fairport Convention (3CD set) ... CD Island/Universal (UK), Late 60s/1970s. New Copy 3 CDs ... Out Of Stock
The genius of Fairport Convention knows no bounds – as the group were an ever-vibrant, ever-creative ensemble – often changing membership as much as they experimented with new styles – in a fantastic range that's very well captured on this 3CD set! Fairport are way more than the ... (Folk/Country) read more CD
Verve/Universal (Japan), 1958. New Copy ... $19.99
Guitar jazz genius from the amazing Tal Farlow – working here at the height of his powers on a classic session for Verve – a real standout album from the 50s, and one with some slightly more modern overtones than even other Farlow sessions at the time! Part of the strength of the set ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Ultimate HQ CD pressing – part of the "Tal Farlow 100th Anniversary Collection" series!)
Farofa Carioca with Seu Jorge —
Moro No Brasil ... CD Universal (Brazil), 1998. Used ... $16.99
Early work from Seu Jorge – heard here with the group Farfoca Carioca, but still in a style that's got the same soulful samba touches of his own work! The sound is a bit more upbeat here – vocals that are often sung by the whole group at once, even though Jorge gets plenty of solo ... (Brazil) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Flied Egg —
Good Bye Flied Egg (180 gram pressing) (2020 Japan Record Day Release) ... LP Vertigo/Universal (Japan), 1972. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Hard to say goodbye to a group this good – one of the heaviest combos working the Japanese scene in the early 70s – graded with guitar work from Shigeru Narumo that we'd put right up next to any of the best British or American players of the time! Shigeru clearly gets his inspiration ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Stunning pressing – textured cover, heavy vinyl, and obi!)
Flower Travellin' Band —
Anywhere (180 gram pressing) (2020 Japan Record Day Release) ... LP Phonogram/Universal (Japan), 1970. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Naked guys on motorcycles – and that's just on the front cover – a great indication that you're really in for something special from this legendary Japanese band! Flower Travellin Band are one of those combos who clearly started out with an inspiration in blues, but quickly take things ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Beautiful pressing – heavy vinyl and cover, with obi!)
Polydor/Universal (Japan), 1970. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $52.99
A really hard-jamming band from the Japanese scene at the start of the 70s – the kind of quartet who take simple instruments but find a way of making music that's completely their own! The record's instrumental, and definitely has some ties to European prog – but there's also a sound ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Beautiful pressing – heavy vinyl and cover, with obi!)
Free —
Fire & Water (Japanese HQCD pressing) ... CD A&M/Universal (Japan), 1970. Used ... Out Of Stock
Titles include "Mr Big", "All Right Now", "Fire & Water", "Remember", "Oh I Wept", and "Heavy Load". (Rock) CD
(Out of print HQ – Hi Quality CD pressing! Includes obi.)
Geffen/Universal (Japan), 1980s/Early 90s. Used ... $14.99
Universal (France), 1960s/1970s. New Copy 2LP Gatefold ... $42.99
A very well done compilation truly including some of the very Best Of Serge Gainsbourg – programmed chronologically starting with the late 50s – not only some of the best of Serge, but some of the most provocative, innovative and creatively fearless popular music ever! From the more ... (French) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Universal (France), New Copy ... About March 26, 2021 (delayed)
Serge Gainsbourg —
En Studio Avec Serge Gainsbourg (3CD set) ... CD Universal (France), Late 50s/1960s/1970s/Early 80s. New Copy 3CD ... Out Of Stock
A treasure trove of rare work from the legendary Serge Gainsbourg – studio outtakes, alternate versions, and lots of other material that stands as a great addition to the catalog of one of the coolest, grooviest French language singers ever! This 3CD set is overflowing with gems – and ... (French) read more CD
Universal (France), Late 50s/1960s/1970s/1980s. New Copy 20CDs & Book ... $149.99
Serge Gainsbourg —
L'Album De Sa Vie – 100 Titres (5CD set) ... CD Universal (France), Late 50s/1960s/1970s. New Copy 5CD ... $36.99
A massive collection of music from one of our favorite singers of all time – the legendary Serge Gainsbourg, a French vocalist who worked equally well in jazzy, funk, and groovy modes – always with a groundbreaking quality that had Serge taking his lyrics to places that few previous ... (French) read more CD
(Please Note – This copy has a small tear on the bottom corner from shipping. The packaging is still intact and sealed.)
Universal, 1972. New Copy 2LP ... On July 17, 2021
(Note: This item is not for sale online until noon on Saturday, July 17. It is in limited supply – and by nature of the Record Store Day rules it will be offered for sale first to customers who visit the Dusty Groove retail outlet in Chicago the morning of Saturday, July 17. It will not be ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Motown/Universal (Japan), 1971. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $42.99 About July 25, 2021
One of the few cases in the history of pop music where the record is worth all the hype! Marvin blew everyone's mind when he unleashed this amazing suite of political soul tunes – not only just because he'd moved past the simple love songs of earlier years, but also because he was working ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
This title is scheduled for release about Sunday, July 25.
Philips/Universal (Japan), 1968. New Copy ... $13.99 About July 21, 2021
A bold leap forward from Gilberto Gil – his first album recorded during the Tropicalia years, and an amazing collaboration with arranger Rogerio Duprat! The album's got a sound that really bridges scenes in Brazil – elements of older folkloric musics, folded with samba rhythms, folded ... (Brazil) read more CD
This title is scheduled for release about Wednesday, July 21.
