Jack Wyllie explores ambient jazz landscapes on his 2026 album Eternal Spring with Gondwana Records vinyl editions
Jack Wyllie, known primarily for his role in the acclaimed group Portico Quartet, steps into the spotlight with his debut solo album Eternal Spring, released on September 11, 2020. This record marks a significant milestone for Wyllie as it is the first project to bear his name alone, allowing him to explore a more personal […]
Tanglewood’s 1985 Roots Reggae Album Rise And Shine on Creole Records Explored
Originally released in 1985, Rise And Shine represents the sole full-length album from the Jamaican roots reggae ensemble Tanglewood. Issued on the British independent label Creole Records, this record captures a quintessential era of reggae, marked by its deep spiritual and socially conscious lyricism. Backed by the production expertise of B.B. Seaton, hims
The Cramps’ 1977 Gravest Gravy reissue revives early psychobilly sessions on vinyl
Emerging from the underground scene of the late 1970s, The Cramps carved a unique niche in American rock music by blending raw punk energy with the haunting twang of rockabilly, a style that would later be recognized as psychobilly. Recorded in October 1977 at the renowned Ardent Studios in Memphis and produced by Alex Chilton, […]
Horace Andy’s 1982 Dancehall Style on Wackies: A Roots Reggae Vinyl Essential
Horace Andy’s 1982 album Dancehall Style stands as a significant entry in the catalogue of Wackies, the influential independent American label known for its dedication to reggae and dub traditions. This album, recorded in New York under the guidance of Lloyd “Bullwackie” Barnes, who founded Wackies in 1976, reflects a deep-rooted connection to the urba
Love Joys’ 1982 Lovers Rock album reissued on Wackies highlights female-led roots reggae
Lovers Rock by Love Joys represents a distinctive chapter within the roots reggae tradition, standing out notably as a female-led project during an era and genre largely dominated by male voices. The duo, consisting of cousins Sonia Abel and Claudette Brown, originally hailed from Brixton, England, before relocating to New York. There, they connected with [&
BAE BAE’s gauze EP on Planet Mu blends electronic beats with Palestine conflict recordings
BAE BAE, the moniker of DJ, producer, and activist Kumi James, marks a poignant moment with the release of her debut EP titled gauze on Planet Mu Records, arriving digitally on July 24, 2026. This six-track record emerges as a deeply personal and political statement, weaving together the contemporary sounds of garage, footwork, and jungle […]
Space Afrika explores ambient and electronic textures on 2026’s Quiet Storm via DAIS Records vinyl
Space Afrika unveils an immersive new chapter with their 2023 album Quiet Storm, released through the independent American label DAIS Records. This full-length project, available on coloured vinyl LP alongside standard LP and CD formats, delves into an intricate fusion of ambient textures, droning soundscapes, and electronic atmospheres. The record marks a m
Ezra Collective’s 2023 jazz album Here Because of Hope on colored vinyl explores Black music’s global journey
Emerging as one of Britain’s most dynamic ensembles, Ezra Collective delivers their latest studio album, Here Because of Hope, through the American independent label Partisan Records. Scheduled for release in September 2023, this ambitious project arrives on multiple formats, including striking colored vinyl editions dubbed ‘Translucent White’ and
Angine De Poitrine explores acid techno and math rock fusion on 2026 vinyl album Vol. 2 from Spectacles Bonzai
Emerging from the vibrant experimental rock scene of Quebec, the Canadian duo Angine De Poitrine returns with their second album, Vol. 2, released on the independent label Spectacles Bonzaï. Building on their distinctive fusion of acid techno, disco, and rock, this album extends the band’s exploration of dense soundscapes marked by complex microtonal
Soul Jazz Records reissues Calypso – Musical Poetry in the Caribbean 1955-69 on translucent green vinyl
Soul Jazz Records revives the rich tradition of Caribbean music with the reissue of Calypso – Musical Poetry in the Caribbean 1955-69, a compilation originally released in 2014 and now fully remastered. This edition arrives as a collectible double vinyl pressed on translucent green vinyl, a format choice that appeals to vinyl enthusiasts and connoisseu
Nu:Logic’s 2013 Drum and Bass Album What I’ve Always Waited For Reissued on Special Edition Vinyl for Hospital R…
The 2026 special edition reissue of Nu:Logic’s 2013 album “What I’ve Always Waited For” offers a significant milestone for fans of drum and bass and vinyl collectors alike. This gatefold vinyl release marks the first time the album’s full 18 tracks are available on vinyl, including the previously unreleased-on-LP cult classic “Everlas
Where Rivers Meet by Your Brother’s Keeper & Gary Bartz blends spiritual jazz on Brownswood Recordings
On June 19, 2026, Brownswood Recordings marked its 20th anniversary by unveiling “Where Rivers Meet,” a collaborative studio album featuring Your Brother’s Keeper and the legendary jazz saxophonist Gary Bartz. This release stands as a nuanced dialogue between generations, where the veteran improviser Bartz’s rich, lyrical saxophone se