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Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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King Of Gods. No Second: Produced By Stu Bangas

Apathy

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Dirty Version)

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Mnrk)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Apathy's 8th solo album finds him teaming up with renowned beatsmith Stu Bangas to handle the entirety of the album’s production. The result is a hardcore hip hop opus; uncut and dirty. Flawless emceeing, grimy loops, cracking snares, scratched hooks, and the veteran expertise of not overcomplicating things is what makes this project so beautifully raw. Original fans of Ap with his Demigodz and Army of the Pharaohs counterparts will most appreciate this outing, as he delivers a nonstop barrage of murder-on-the-mic over Stu's deadliest beats. Even further, having recruited heavyweights like Jadakiss, Black Thought and Pharoahe Monch to collaborate on this project, Apathy shows he can effortlessly shine alongside an elite class of greats. Additionally, the album brings out fellow crewmembers Celph Titled and Esoteric, along with Ap's Soul Assassins-fam Sick Jacken, and rap phenomenon RJ Payne.

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Mount Westmore

Snoop Cube 40 Short

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2023 | US | Original (Mello Music Group)

Apollo Brown

This Must Be The Place

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Hip Hop Enterprise)

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Detroit's Apollo Brown is back with the instrumental follow up to Clouds. Let the legendary beat maker take you on a trip.

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El Gant

O.S.L.O.

CD | 2019 | US | Reissue (Da Cloth)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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It's here! HHE secured a limited CD release of the new El Gant album O.S.L.O! Production and features by DJ Premier, Marco Polo, Ras Kass, Planet Asia, Killah Priest, King Magnetic, J57, Jon Doe and more! What's even better is that 2 bonus tracks will be added! Very limited one-time press of 150 joints only!

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“This album outlines my growth as a human. I wanted to share it as a way to help others who have experienced personal tragedies and may need help processing that.” —El Gant on his new solo album, O.S.L.O.

Following several tragedies in his personal life, New York rapper El Gant had a decision to make—face those losses head on or bury them deep within. Luckily for us, he chose the former. The result is O.S.L.O., the emcee’s most gripping and personal project yet. It’s also his most relatable, because it shows what we’re all capable of when we’re equipped with the right tools to cope and, in El Gant’s case, transform that tragedy into something powerful.

The album arrives nearly a decade after his previous solo effort, 2014’s great Beast Academy, and after several years spent touring and recording with his group, Jamo Gang, with Ras Kass and J57. Despite the highs associated with that time, El Gant also experienced major personal losses. In particular, he lost three close friends—The Last Original, Bones, and Jim Misa—all of whom had a major impact on his life and career. In fact, the album’s title, O.S.L.O., references the Last Original, because it’s an acronym for “Our Sun the Last Original.”

“His death really made me think about life and I made some huge transformations after that mentally, physically, and financially,” El Gant says. You can hear that personal growth on standout tracks like “Leave It Alone” and “Rubber Match,” produced by the legendary DJ Premier and J57, respectively. But it’s the stirring closing track, “Beautiful Disaster,” where El Gant speaks on losing his close friend, the Last Original, and how he found beauty amidst the chaos of those final days.

But it wouldn’t be an El Gant project without some straight-up dope hip-hop, too. Tracks like “Avirex (feat. Innocent? & King Magnetic)” and “Chromed Out (feat. Ras Kass & Planet Asia)” are absolute bangers filled with shape-shifting flows and crazy wordplay.

There’s a reason for these tonal shifts, too; El Gant didn’t want to simply create a linear album. “I want to take the listener on a few ups and downs, just like life does for most of us,” the emcee says. It’s those qualities that make O.S.L.O. so immediately satisfying, and why it’s his most accomplished work to date.

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M.A.V. X Hobgoblin

Angelz And Demonz

Instrawmental (Special Edition)

Release: 2019 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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M.A.V. and Hobgoblin connect to bring you "Angelz and Demonz" the first installment of their series to come.

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Lastrawze

CD | 1995 | EU | Reissue (Hip Hop Enterprise)

22,79 €* 23,99 € -5%

Jewel Case 2CD | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 1995 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Lastrawze from Miami Florida are back with a "Limited Special Edition Vinyl-CD" (no-cd-r) of their 95 Album "Instrawmental".

The Special Edition comes with an alternate album cover art of the OG version. It includes some rare/unreleased freestyles of the Miami Radio Show "Saturday Night Funk Box", one unreleased bonus track by the legendary Miami DJ Craze, two Instrumentals and a 8 page booklet of a rare 1995 Miami New Times Interview.

All recordings are remastered by Justin Perkins, Adam Boose and Jee Van Cleef.

Also available is the "Lastrawze - Instrawmental (Special Edition Box Set)" which will be released in a laser engraved and oil treated wooden box! This box includes the Special Edition Vinyl-CD (no-cd-r), sticker and a mini press photo of the Lastrawze crew! Only 10 box sets have been made so grab one quick! Only available through the link below!

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Juggaknots

Re:Release

SACD | 1987 | US | Reissue (Mobile Fidelity Sound Labs)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 300 copies on 2CD in jewel case.

Originally released as a 9-track LP on legendary Fondle 'Em Records in 1996, the Juggaknots debut made a huge impact and is still considered to be one of the finest underground releases in 90's Hip Hop. A lot of heads might own a copy of the various editions from the past, but we at 90's Tapes are very grateful to give this masterpiece from the Bronx another shine in 2022 again.

Available in a limited run on black vinyl 2LP, 2CD in jewel case, cassette and digitally on all major platforms.

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Whitney Houston

Whitney SACD Edition

48,99 €*

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Most Wanted)

Release: 1987 / US – Reissue

Genre: Pop

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Mastered From THE Original Master Tapes AND Pressed AT RTI ON Mofi Supervinyl FOR Spectacular Sound

Whitney did more than turn Whitney Houston into a pioneering sensation known around the world by her first name. Originally released in June 1987, the singer's blockbuster sophomore record became the first album by a female artist to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart — a position it claimed for a total of 11 weeks en route to selling more than 10 million copies in the U.S. The Diamond platinum effort also contains four No. 1 Hot 100 hits that, when combined with the three chart toppers from her 1985 debut, gave her seven consecutive No. 1 singles — an accomplishment that no other artist has accomplished. Commercially and creatively, Whitney stands on hallowed ground — especially now that the record plays with a sound that puts into perspective just how extraordinary, engaging, and vital Houston's music remains.

Mastered from the original master tapes and pressed on MoFi SuperVinyl at RTI, Mobile Fidelity's 180g 33rpm SuperVinyl LP of Whitney invites listeners to experience the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee's pivotal album in audiophile quality for the very first time. Free of the dynamic limitations and tonal flatness prevalent on prior vinyl and CD pressings, it lets the music breathe and reveals the copious detail, nuance, and texture within the immaculately produced songs. MoFi's SuperVinyl profile offers further advantages in the forms of a nearly inaudible noise floor, dead-quiet surfaces, and superb groove definition.

In addition to featuring extreme clarity and immediacy, this numbered-edition reissue does wonders for the attribute that inspired more than 20 million people around the globe to add Whitney to their record collections: that inimitable voice. Houston's trademark mezzo-soprano — an acrobatic instrument equally capable of taking off on fantastic flights and unwinding for hushed meditations — benefits from the fantastic airiness and transparency afforded by this meticulously restored edition. Whitney has never sounded or looked better. The crossover landmark deserves nothing less.

Issued just two years after Houston's breakthrough debut, Whitney immediately signalled the genre-defying singer's intent to continue to push ahead and expand her palette. Shot by photographer Richard Avedon, the album cover depicts an iconic image of Houston — captured with a gleaming smile, bright eyes, teased-out afro, toned arms, and a right hand that appears to wave a friendly hello — whose active, athletic profile stands in contrast to the extremely formal sit-down shot of her that graces her '85 record. The change is telling: Whitney overflows with unfettered joy, rhythmic vibes, and deep-seated emotions that forever endeared her to the hearts and minds of countless listeners — and which set the standard for the wave after wave of divas that followed in her footsteps.

It's no coincidence that the first track on Whitney is the declarative "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)." Like Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" and Madonna's "Material Girl," the feel-good smash is one of the quintessential '80s gems — a lithe, melodic, celebratory release of pent-up energy and loneliness that glides across club floors, shouts to the rooftops, and shrugs off any concerns about vulnerability or embarrassment. Houston's swooping voice moves in sync with the sleek beats and dipping-and-diving synths. She practically takes her fellow musicians by their hand and leads them in a blissful dance that nobody would dare sidestep. Focusing on Houston's singing — a task made challenging only because of the impossible-to-ignore hooks and grooves — showcases the virtuosic facets of not only her register but her control, discipline, smoothness, and warmth.

That she replicates those feats for the entirety of the nearly 53-minute-long album makes Whitney that much more special. Houston reaches back and channels her childhood gospel training on the R&B-flared "So Emotional"; effortlessly slips into Quiet Storm mode on the duet with her mother, gospel great Cissy Houston, on "I Know Him So Well"; flirts with smooth jazz and collaborates with tenor saxophonist Kenny G on the lush "Just the Lonely Talking Again"; conjures dreamscapes and shadow-boxes with supple funk on a romantic cover of the Isley Brothers' "For the Love of You"; and, for the majestic power ballad "Didn't We Almost Have It All," displays the sky-scraping reach of her vocals amid a grand arrangement made even bigger by Houston's sweeping performance and triumphant finish.

Houston's once-in-a-generation talents weren't lost on the adoring public, radio deejays, or industry experts. In addition to harbouring four No. 1 hits and receiving nominations for four Grammy Awards, Whitney generated another Top 10 success in the guise of the Afro-Cuban-leaning "Love Will Save the Day." The album also netted Houston four American Music Awards; two Billboard Music Awards; back-to-back People's Choice Awards; a Soul Train Award; and various other accolades. It all makes the crux of the Washington Post's July '87 review of the album appear prophetic: "Her voice sounds stronger still and the songs are varied but so consistent she could garner 10 Top 10s out of a field of 11." That claim still holds true. A brilliant fusion of pop, R&B, smooth jazz, and soul, Whitney is a showstopper – and one of the key reasons Houston is the most-awarded female artist of all time.

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Star D

G Till I Die

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Dialogo)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The unreleased album "G Till I Die" recorded in 1996, kept confidential for many years, is finally released. The track "Gangsta Life" had received a physical release in Maxi and was to promote the release of the full album. Unfortunately, the hours of existence never allowed the project to see the light of day, and Star D's first album has remained forgotten until now.

Most Wanted Records announces today the official release of this jewel that we thought was lost forever. Comprising fourteen tracks, including "Down" and "Gangsta Life" featured on the Maxi released in 1996, Star D's full album is already a classic for any Gangsta Funk lover. From twirling worms to heavy funky beats, Star D gives us 14 amazing tracks in the purest tradition of albums dropped during this golden era. Don't wait!

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Enrico Rava

Pupa O Crisalide

CD | 1996 | US | Original (Loud)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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A body of evocative recordings included in Pupa O Crisalide with three different line-ups for this fantastic album by Enrico Rava which, thanks to Dialogo Records, finally sees the light for jazz lovers. With the Italian Giovanni Tommaso, Bruno Biriaco, Franco D'Andrea, Michele Ascolese, Mandrake and Tommaso Vittorini in “Pupa O Crisalide” and “Giramondo”, the American David Horowitz, John Abercombie, Herb Bushler, Jack De Johnette, Warren Smith and Ray Armando in “C.T.’S Dance” and “Tsakwe” and the the Argentines Finito Ginbert, Matias Pizarro, Rodolfo Mederos, Riccardo Lew, El Negro Gonzales, Nestor Astarita and El Chino Rossi in “El Samba Graciele”, “Revisione Del Processo N.6” and “Lingua Franca” Enrico Rava was the first Italian jazz artist to represent the country internationally, born in Trieste in 1939. Rava's music at its best is a mix of Central European and Italian culture.

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Mobb Deep

Hell on earth

Da Buze Bruvaz X Lord Beatjitzu

Release: 1996 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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classic lp on cd ... feat. Method Man, Raekwon, Nas

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Bolo Yeung Barbarian Bicepz

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Grilchy Party)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Warner)

Freddie Gibbs

$Oul $Old $Eparately

CD | 1974 | US | Reissue (Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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A lot of people don't realize that Freddie has actually been in the game for over a decade and came in on the same Freshman XXL cover as Meek Mill, Nipsey Hussle etc. Yet he was the only one with no major label backing or artist affiliation and his partnership with warner is his very first solo major label deal. With that being said, he feels as if he has made it thus far in his career without compromising his morals, creative integrity and principals as a man all while resisting temptations... hence the title $oul $old $eparately or $$$

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Electric Light Orchestra

Eldorado SACD Edition

42,99 €*

Big Brother And The Holding Company

Release: 1974 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sacd

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Cheap Thrills SACD Edition

CD | 1968 | US | Reissue (Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab)

42,99 €*

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Dalapop)

Release: 1968 / US – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Sacd

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Prop Dylan

Bushido Code

Diggin In The Crates: Rare Studio Masters 1993-1997

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Prop Dylan's fifth studio album Bushido Code is an ode to the alternative lifestyle. It's also a roadmap taking us from Prop Dylan's home town streets of Borlänge, through Southern Europe and all the way to Detroit City. Showcasing the heart and soul of this hard working independent artist.

The majority of beats on Bushido Code have been supplied by Detroit's producer extraordinaire Apollo Brown known for his soulful and distinct beats. Apollo Brown has undoubtedly set the tone for the album with 10 out of 14 tracks whilst Gravy Sparks and DJ Connect producing the remaining songs.

The former Slum Village member Elzhi from Detroit appear as a featuring guest. Also the American rap-heavyweights Termanology and Fashawn feature on two different tracks. Cosmic from Looptroop Rockers and the soul singer Erik Runeson adding the final pieces to the album

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Buckwild

2CD | 2007 | EU | Reissue (Smoke On)

28,99 €*

CD | 1996 | EU | Reissue (Smoke On)

Release: 2007 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Box includes 2 CD discs very limited edition! Collectors piece.

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Live Poets

Whats It All About

Release: 1996 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

Artifacts X Buckwild

No Expiration Date

Havoc & Prodeje Of South Central Cartel

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Smoke On Records is happy to announce after 25 years, a reunion for the Group Artifacts is back for a collabo to drop a classic studio album with the help of none other than DITC's super producer Buckwild. Facts!

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Kickin' Game

CD | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Smoke On)

D Of Trinity Garden Cartel

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Smoke On Records with a G-Funk Classic "Kickin' Game" with some nice jams and bonus singles. Havoc and Prodeje from the legendary Group South Central Cartel. Limited to 250x CD edition!

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Straight Texas Hoodlum

CD | 1995 | EU | Reissue (Smoke On)

CD | 2016 | JP | Original (Dub Store)

Release: 1995 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Smoke On Records presents D of Trinity Garden Cartel - Straight Texas Hoodlum on limited CD.

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Willie Lindo

Far And Distant

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Empire)

Release: 2016 / JP – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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Top quality soulful, sophisticated music from 1974

Celebrated session guitarist, Willie Lindo, steps from behind the scenes and into the spotlight to deliver some top class original compositions and sublime cover versions.

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Larry June

Spaceships On The Blade

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Dymond Mine)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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After a monsterous run of sold out North American and European shows following the release of the critically acclaimed album, Orange Print, San Francisco legend and entrepreneur Larry June is back with his next solo offering, Spaceships on the Blade. The 18-track album features the previously released singles, “Private Valet” & “In My Pockets,” and sees production from a wide range of producers, such as Jake One, DJ Khalil, Cardo, DJ Fresh, Chuck Inglish, Turbo & more. With an eye on always expanding and diversifying his income streams, it’s clear to see that Uncle Larry is going to continue to do numbers for a long time. Good Job, Larry.

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Diamond D

The Rear View

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Empire)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Fresh off the heels of 2021’s collaborative LP, Gotham from Talib Kweli and Diamond D, the BX icon returns with his sixth studio album, The Rear View. Comprised of 13 tracks, the album proves that without a shadow of a doubt, Diamond D’s reputation as the best producer on the mic remains unrivaled.

Never one to bogart the spotlight, Diamond is joined by a supporting cast of guest appearances that include Westside Gunn, Dre (Cool & Dre), Posdnuos (De La Soul), Ashtin Martin, Stacy Epps and KP, with a momentous introduction from the great Chris Rock. To boot, Diamond adds to the unblemished production value with additional board work from the likes of Nottz, Focus, D.R.U.G.S. Beats and Mr. Brady.

"I took my time crafting this LP to make sure every track could stand on its own as a possible single,” says Diamond. “Every feature and track was carefully selected from an elite group of artists and producers that I had the honor of working with. The end result is top tier bar work over pristine production,” he concludes.

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Fireboy DML

Playboy

Him Lo X Giallo Point (Cognac Kingz)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Playboy is the third studio album from Adedamola Adefolahan, known professionally as FIreboy DML, and features the hit singles, “Peru (feat. Ed Sheeran),” “Playboy,” & “Bandana (feat. Asake).” Discovered by Nigerian rapper, Olamide, and signed to his label, Ybnl Nation, he is without question one of the leading voices in Afrobeats, and is emerging as a truly global superstar in his own right, scoring collaborations with notable megastars, Ed Sheeran (“Peru”) & Madonna (“Frozen Fireboy DML Remix”). At 14 tracks, Playboy sheds light on how life has changed for Fireboy DML in unimaginable ways, and explores a future in which he can pursue his dreams without worry or fear.

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Cubans And Cognac

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Grilchy Party)

Trans Europe Express Japan Import Edition

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Once again HIM LO DA INAPPROPRIATE of DA BUZE BRUVAZ returns with his 7th solo release which is also his 4th collaboration project with the high exalted production wizard GIALLO POINT. HIM LO and GIALLO are collectively known as the
"COGNAC KINGZ"
Their newest masterpiece is entitled:
"CUBANZ N COGNAC"
It's laced with 13 brand new bangers crafted from pure fire and brimstone. Features are limited to his Buze Bruva CLEVER ONE and the super sharp rawness of the NO RULES CLAN straight outta COLOMBIA.The COGNAC KINGZ are a powerful blend of gritty, electrifying, veteran rhyming mixed with devastating, earth shattering beats. The heat they provide feels like it's all emanating straight from a mudpit located in a dungeon on the southside of hell. Mark your calendars, light your cigarz, sip the cognac and prepare your ears for another classic..from the Kingz!

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Kraftwerk

CD | 1977 | JP | Reissue (Warner)

Computer World Japan Import Edition

Release: 1977 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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Reissue from 2014, Japan

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Kraftwerk

CD | 1981 | JP | Reissue (Warner)

Release: 1981 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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Everything Smiles At You Japan Import Edition

Khruangbin

CD | JP | Original (JPT)

29,99 €*

Release: JP – Original

Genre: Rock & Indie

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Con Todo El Mundo Japan Import Edition

Khruangbin

CD | JP | Original (JPT)

Release: JP – Original

Genre: Rock & Indie

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Me Against The World Japan Import Edition

2Pac

CD | JP | Reissue (Universal Music Japan)

Release: JP – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Boldy James & Real Bad Man

Killing Nothing

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Tuff Kong)

Trace: Sound Design Works 1986-1989

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Following their 2020 collaboration on "Real Bad Boldy", prolific Detroit rapper Boldy James and LA producer Real Bad Man are back at it with their new album "Killing Nothing". Picking up right where they left off, the two are creating a music score to a gritty, grimy and filthy street tale, bringing on board Crimeapple, Knowledge The Pirate, Rome Streetz and Stove God Cooks as their accomplices.

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Yutaka Hirose

2CD | 2022 | EU | Original (WRWTFWW)

CD | 1995 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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Wrwtfww Records couldn't be happier to announce the release of Yutaka Hirose’s never-heard before 11-track collection Trace: Sound Design Works 1986-1989, available on double LP and double CD, with liner notes from the artist.

Trace is a collection of 11 unreleased tracks produced by Yutaka Hirose between 1986 and 1989, during the Sound Process Design sessions, right after the release of his classic Soundscape series album Nova. Sound Process Design was Satoshi Ashikawa's label, home of the Wave Notation trilogy (Hiroshi Yoshimura’s Music For Nine Postcards, Satsuki Shibano's Erik Satie 1866-1925 and Satoshi Ashikawa's Still Way). Following Wave Notation, Sound Process Design worked with museums, cafes and bars to create site-specific soundscapes, starting with the sound design of the Kushiro Museum. Yutaka Hirose was called to work on these projects.

Rather than simply providing pre-recorded compositions, Hirose sought to create a "sound scenery". To achieve this, he participated in the conception of the space and paid particular attention to the accidental combination of sounds by placing the speakers, using a multi-sound source, and following the concept of "sculpturing time through sound".

The composer explains: "sculpturing time through sound means that time, the space itself, the sound played in it, and the audience all become one sculpture. It is close to the idea of a Japanese tea ceremony where you use all of your 5 (or 6) senses to taste the tea."

Trace: Sound Design Works 1986-1989 is divided into two parts. The Reflection segment is based on an ambient soundscape. It narrates "a sleep that starts with the sound of water droplets at dawn and slowly disappears into darkness" and feels like a natural and soothing progression of Nova. It was played in entrance halls, at events, in cafes and bars. The Voice from Past Technology segment expresses the dream world born out of that sleep and is based on what Yukata Hirose calls hardcore ambient, environmental music with a noise approach. It was played in museums and science centers.

All in all, Trace is a crucial addition to every Japanese environmental music fan’s collection, alongside Midori Takada’s Through The Looking Glass, Hiroshi Yoshimura’s Green, Satoshi Ashikawa’s Still Way, Motohiko Hamase’s Notes of Forestry, Inoyamaland’s Danzindan-Pojidon, and Yutaka Hirose’s very own Nova.

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Ronnie Raw

Ghetto Bastard

CD | 1997 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

Release: 1995 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Officially reissued and distributed by MWR!

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Architects Entertainment

The Foundation Vol. 1

CD | 1996 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

Release: 1997 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Architects Entertainment - The Foundation Vol. 1 was originally released in 1997 on tape in a very limited quantity.

24 years later, this classic has been remastered and released on CD!

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D.O.A.

Habitual

CD | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

Release: 1996 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Officially reissued and distributed by MWR!

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Native Nuttz

The Nativez Are Restless

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Officially reissued and distributed by MWR!

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Phat Flava From The Funky Flatz City

CD | 1995 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

CD | 2022 | UK | Original (Chopped Herring)

Release: 1995 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Officially reissued and distributed by MWR!

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Mixture

The Potion 94-95 EP

CD | 2022 | UK | Original (Chopped Herring)

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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OK what we have here for you is a Killer 1994-1995 100% unreleased project outta New Jersey including a bunch of low key artists as well as a major joint from Massive Staff who you will remember from the Nasty Newark Air '94 EP.

Amazing material - you'll def wanna check out the snippets.

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Mixture

The Potion 94-95 Vol 2

CD | 1976 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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"Oh shiiiiii - we have even more unreleased 94-95 material from the boards of Mixture aka Kasem the Party Pooper. Amazing production here people. Been droppin short snippets over the last few months and heads have been flippin off the flava. Check the sounds yo!!!"

265 copies on black wax in trad Herring sticker jacket.

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Ryo Kawasaki

Juice

CD | 2022 | US | Original (1st & 15th Prod.)

Release: 1976 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Classic jazz-funk fusion from the late, great Japanese guitarist Ryo Kawasaki. Recorded in New York, and originally released in 1976, 'Juice' presents Ryo at the height of his powers.

Born in Japan in 1947, Ryo had a long and stellar career recording and releasing music up until his passing on 13 April 2020, in Tallinn, Estonia. Ryo is one of the pioneers of the jazz fusion genre, with the Japanese jazz fusion / funk sound becoming extremely influential within the 80s UK club scene and amongst its DJs. His track 'Trinkets & Things' became a bonafide underground classic. In the US he worked with some of the greats of jazz, such as Elvin Jones, Chico Hamilton and Bobbi Humphrey, to name but a few. A forward-thinking and ever-evolving musician, Ryo collaborated with the Roland Corporation and Korg on the 'guitar synthesizer' and later wrote music software for computers. Later in life he relocated to Estonia and worked there, as well as Finland, Sweden, and the Baltic states.

'Juice' has become a much-loved album for crate diggers and jazz-funk enthusiasts, with its tracks frequently being sampled and re-imagined in hip-hop. The smokey, beat-down, spiritual funk jam 'Bamboo Child' has been flipped by Diamond D, Puff Daddy, and Kool G Rap. The album was released in 1976 on RCA Records and features the musicians' drummer Jimmy Young, rhythm guitarist Hugh McCracken, and bassist Stu Woods amongst other luminaries. A solid album throughout that incorporates a heavy dose of tripped-out synths alongside the emerging disco sound of the time. Tracks such as the opener ‘Raisins’, with its drum beat intro and bubbling bass-line, rivals The Headhunters at their finest. A superb album from an underground legend.

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Lupe Fiasco

Drill Music In Zion

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Jewel Case CD | 2023 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

J.U.I.C.E.

The Man

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 300 copies on CD in jewel case.

"The Man" by Chicago's J.U.I.C.E. was originally released on cassette only in 1998. In addition to the original 4 rough demo tracks (including features by Common & O Type Star), we have 12 unreleased tracks from the late 90's on top showcasing the lyrical talent of an exceptional freestyle MC best known for his legendary battle with Eminem.

Available in a limited run on 2LP, CD in jewel case, cassette and digitally on all major platforms.

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CD | 2022 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)

Brazilian Beats Brooklyn

1991-2021-30 Years Non-Stop Of Chaotic Clockwork

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Compiled by Sean Marquand and Greg Caz, 2 DJs well-known for their epic parties at Williamsburg’s legendary Black Betty club, that sadly closed in 2009. The duo played a deep variety of strictly vintage samba, samba-rock, Tropicalia, and Brazilian funk under the banner of ‘Brazilian Beats Brooklyn’.

Sean is known as half of Embassy Sound Productions. He took his team to Brazil to help resurrect Black Rio legends Uniao Black for a new release. Greg has DJ'd at some of the hottest Brazilian parties around the globe and presents a monthly radio show ‘Warm Wave’ on Soho Radio NYC.

Featuring Noriel Vilela’s singular “16 Toneladas,” a sublime cover of the Tennessee Ernie Ford smash “16 Tons” with a spare samba groove and unbelievable baritone vocals and hot jams from Tim Maia, Erasmo Carlos, Joao Bosco, Toni Tornado.

Included in this compilation of original 60's and 70's Brazilian gems are some of Greg and Sean's favourite tracks that have been filling dancefloors for years.

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Skarface

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Sunny Bastard)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Reggae & Dancehall

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CD | 2022 | US | Original (Medhane)

Medhane

Amethyst Of Morning

1 Piece | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Medhane, the fast rising Brooklyn emcee is pleased to release his fourth LP, Amethyst of Morning, an introspective body of work coupled with smooth beats. Part of a constantly growing grassroots movement of artists from New York and beyond, Medhane is an everyman, and his thoughts are both personal and relatable, whether he’s rapping about conversations with his mom, getting out of spiritual ruts, or the importance of his community. Known for writing and engineering his own music, Medhane turned to a slate of high-powered guest producers on AOM, including ohbliv, Nicholas Craven (Roc Marciano, Conway), Alexander Spit, Super Miles and more. From the lyrical content, production and even the album artwork—meticulously designed by up-and-coming artist Teffy—the contemplative wordsmith effectively captures the depth of emotion expressed in his music, from themes of depression, isolation, and the trials and tribulations that accompany coming of age in New York City and America. Originally released on May 28, 2021, the CD and vinyl release of Amethyst of Morning is due out June 17 through the artist’s own imprint, in partnership with Fat Beats. Sales Points: • The vinyl release is limited to 500 units worldwide and pressed in a stunning purple galaxy configuration. • “The project clocks in at just 22 minutes long, but the positive impression Medhane leaves on you with his new EP "Amethyst Of Morning" lasts way longer.” -HotNewHipHop • “Medhane raps about vulnerability and resilience in a deep, unhurried voice.” -Complex

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Bush Babees

Gravity CD Bundle

1 Piece | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

Available Sizes: M, L

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Few leftovers of the black "Bush Babees - Gravity" tee bundled with the CD in digipak.

"Gravity" features productions by the likes of The Ummah, Pos of De La Soul, Rahzel of The Roots, Shawn J. Period and others. Guest MC's include Mos Def, Q-Tip of A Tribe Called Quest, Rahzel and Muntcho Leo.

The trio consisting of Kaos, Y-Tee and Mr. Man grew up in the West Indies, so reggae had a strong influence on their music. Formed in 1992, the Brooklyn representatives dropped their debut "Ambushed" in 1994 followed by the sophomore album "Gravity" in 1996 with the help from a number of Native Tongue members.

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Bush Babees

Ambushed CD Bundle

Danger Mouse & Black Thought (The Roots)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

Available Sizes: M, L

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Few leftovers of the black "Bush Babees - Ambushed" logo tee bundled with the CD in digipak.

"Ambushed" contains instant classics like "We Run Things" or "Remember We" and features productions by the likes of Ali Shaheed Muhammad of A Tribe Called Quest, Salaam Remi, Jermaine Dupri and others.

The trio consisting of Kaos, Y-Tee and Mr. Man grew up in the West Indies, so reggae had a strong influence on their music. Formed in 1992, the Brooklyn representatives dropped their debut in 1994 followed by the sophomore album "Gravity" in 1996 with the help from a number of Native Tongue members including Q-Tip and The Ummah, Pos of De La Soul, Rahzel of The Roots as well as a young Mos Def.

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Cheat Codes

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (BMG)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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12" | 2014 | EU | Reissue (Jealous God)

Broken English Club

Jealous God 04

11,99 €*

CD | 1995 | UK | Reissue (The Vinyl Spot)

Release: 2014 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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2022 repress

Hot as lava! Broken English Club delivers the 4th chapter of Jealous God! Comes as usual with a Mix CD.

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Doesia Click

Hard On Da Grind

22,99 €*

Release: 1995 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2022 | US | Original (New Retro Wave)

Mecha Maiko

Let's!

13,99 €*

CD | 2022 | UK | Original (Mr Bongo)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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Now on NRW! Mecha Maiko is back to blow you away with her most dance-oriented record to date. For Let’s! she has drawn inspiration from her favourite upbeat 90s dance and freestyle jams to create a sound that is uniquely hers. Aimed at a more DJ-friendly approach, these tracks will find a happy home on the dance floor.

Mecha Maiko has taken a stylized, deliberate approach to the writing process with hardware accompaniments that expand on the stylistic framework laid out in Okiya, released earlier this year. This record draws on the anxiety felt in a late-stage capitalist society and seeks to agitate that uncomfortable energy within us to shake us from our collective paralysis of shock. Inspiring, uplifting and motivating, these songs are unmistakably laser-lit dirges of the dystopia.

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Mankunku Quartet

Yakhal' Inkomo

Robin Carolan & Sebastian Gainsborough

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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The Mankunku Quartet's 1968 album 'Yakhal' Inkomo’ clocks in at just over 30 minutes of jazz perfection. This compact, and to-the-point, album would sit comfortably in amongst some of the best works in the catalogues of any of the quintessential jazz labels such as Blue Note, Prestige and Impulse. 'Yakhal' Inkomo’, however, was originally released on the South African record label World Record Co., which resulted in it becoming an elusive and sought-after piece for jazz collectors. First press copies sometimes fetch as much as £1,000 on the collectors' market. It has been long regarded as one of the finest South African jazz albums and DJ / broadcaster Gilles Peterson cemented this when he included it in his "best of genre" focussed radio show, 'The 20 - South African Jazz'.

Tenor saxophonist Winston "Mankunku" Ngozi recorded the session on 23rd July 1968 at the Manley van Niekerk Studios, in Johannesburg. It was recorded by Dave Challen and produced by Ray Nkwe. The session is built up of two original works by Mankunku on the A-side, 'Yakhal' Inkomo' & 'Dedication (To Daddy Trane and Brother Shorter)', and on the B-side, the Horace Silver composition 'Doodlin', and a John Coltrane number 'Bessie's Blues'. What is striking is how the Mankunku-penned compositions not only hold their own next to Silver and Coltrane but they are, arguably, the better tracks on the record - a testament to the beautiful writing and playing of Mankunku.

'Yakhal' Inkomo' features the great musicians; Agrippa Magwaza on bass, drummer Early Mabuza, and pianist Lionel Pillay. Pillay was of Indian descent, making this a mixed-race group, thus the very recording of the album was an act of resistance as it broke the apartheid restrictions of the time. The title of 'Yakhal’ Inkomo' means “the bellow of the bull”, the Black audience would have understood this as coded community symbolism and an act of protest but it escaped the attention of the white government.

For this edition, we have enlisted the services of Abbey Road Studios mastering, and lacquer-cutting engineer Miles Showell to cut a special half-speed master from the audio taken off the original master tapes. Miles has previously worked on our Arthur Verocai, Marcos Valle and Ian Carr re-issues, and once again we are blown away by the richness and clarity of Miles' work. We have also presented it as a replica copy using the cover artwork and labels from the primary World Record Co. original version.

On the sleeve notes, Ray Nkwe the producer and the President of the Jazz Appreciation Society of South Africa writes "This is the LP that every jazz fan has been waiting for" and Ray was not wrong, it's a stone-cold timeless jazz classic.

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OST The Northman

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Sacred Bones)

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Nature Sounds)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Soundtracks

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"Rob wanted the world of The Northman to feel harsh and uncomfortable, and for everything to feel like it was caked in mud and dry blood, so it was crucial for the score to mirror that." Composers Robin Carolan (Tri-Angle Records) and Sebastian Gainsborough (Vessel) were given a task of epic proportions when director Rob Eggers (The VVitch, The Lighthouse) asked them to create the score for his ambitious and highly anticipated new film The Northman, releasing on April 22nd. They needed to make a score that both honored the immense research that had gone into the authenticity of this Viking era period piece and complimented the cinematic maximalism of the film for a modern audience. The artists stretched themselves to the depths of their creativity and the resulting album is a gorgeous sonic tableaux that places the listener right in the center of the film. While arranging the score the composers consulted musician and ethnographer Poul Hoxbro for inspiration and insight into the history of Viking music. Having backgrounds in left field electronic music, Robin and Sebastian felt liberated by the constraint of using a small selection of musical tools for this piece. "Electronic music has almost limitless potential when it comes to making sounds and that's obviously an incredible thing, but you can also go down the wormhole and get lost in it sometimes. There's no risk of that happening when you only have a few primary instruments to draw upon." Robin remarked. They utilized traditional instruments such as the tagelharpa, langspil, kravik lyre, and säckpip to build the cinematic world of The Northman but they also took creative freedoms in adding instruments likes drums, which some academics believe wouldn't have played a big part in Viking musical culture, simply due to the lack of archaeological evidence of actual drums. "One of the pieces we wrote was intended to emulate the sound of a bullroarer; an ancient instrument used in sacred rituals or in battle to intimidate enemies. It makes a really disorienting roaring vibrato sound and low frequencies capable of traveling insane distances." Robin says when asked about one of the more unique aspects of the score. Everyone involved put so much effort into both their research and their creativity and this richness is evident in every track. The album as a whole is a cinematic masterpiece of sound and ambiance, both gorgeous and disturbing, like the film it so beautifully accompanies.

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Your Old Droog

Space Bar

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Just Listen)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Born in Ukraine and raised in Brooklyn, Your Old Droog has become a key figure in the modern hip hop landscape. Fresh off a series of acclaimed projects, the master author is back with the new album Space Bar. Evoking a tavern located deep within the realms of a top secret galaxy, the collection features appearances by Lil Ugly Mane, billy woods, Tha God Fahim, and Nickelus F. Despite Droog's prolific output, each of his releases are meticulously crafted, and Space Bar is no exception. "This album was conceptualized around the same time as 'It Wasn’t Even Close'," YOD explains. "Throughout the years, it has evolved and taken on many different forms and shapes." With beats by 88 Keys, Nicholas Craven, SadhuGold, and Elaquent, Space Bar finds Your Old Droog serving up intoxicating lyricism over spaced-out production, exploring unseen terrains.

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Crown

Underground Crown

Ramona Park Broke My Heart

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Eight years have gone by since Crown of Grim Reaperz blessed us with a new offering.

Since "Pieces To Puzzle" dropped way back in 2014, Crown has been chipping away at an array of production credits, all whilst recruiting Bask One of Beneath The Underground to release this 17 joint mammoth LP entitled Underground Crown.

Curated and executed by Bask One over an 18 month period, both Crown and Bask bring forth a well rounded line up of old and new school boombap lyricists from the East & Westcoasts, with over 50+ emcees flexing their lyricism over Crowns heavy, yet eclectic raw boombap beats.

Underground Crown clocks over 70+ minutes, with features from heavyweights: Tragedy Khadafi, Chris Rivers, Jay Royale, Rigz, Mooch, MAV & Rob Gates of Da Cloth, iLL Conscious, Da Buze Bruvaz, Mad Squablz, Shabaam Sahdeeq, DV Alias Khryst, Born Unique, UG, Ruste Juxx to name just a few.

They also have summoned some of the illest cut masters to complete the whole picture, including Snowgoons DJ Crypt, DJ TMB, DJ Robert Smith, DJ Venum, DJ Grazzhoppa plus many more.

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Vince Staples

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Motown)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 1997 | DE | Original (Bungalow)

Stereo Total

Monokini Germany Edition

8,99 €*

D.Auguste & DJ Madsol Desar

Release: 1997 / DE – Original

Genre: Pop

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“Monokini” came out in 1997. The press-info sounded like this: 40% Chanson, 20% R’n’R, 10% Punkrock, 3% DAF-Sequencer, 4% Jacques Dutronc-Rhythmique, 7% Brigitte Bardot and Serge Gainsbourg, 1,5% Cosmonaute, 10% really old synthesizers, 10% 8-bit Amiga-sampling, 10% transistor amplifier, 1% really expensive and advanced instruments. Françoise was singing in French, German, Italian and Japanese language. The record was released on the new label Bungalow and at the same time released in Japan by the label Appareil Photo.

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The Mopus

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

Tucka Da Huntaman

Concrete Jungle 1995

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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My Day Begins Where Yours Ends

2ugli

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Ugli Business)

Martin Cooper & David Hughes

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2UGLi’s new album, My Day Begins When Your Ends, is more than just his second full-length release; it’s an entirely new starting point for the rapper who hails from Chula Vista, Calif. He spent nearly two decades in the game by the time he released his debut, 2017’s Leaving My Mark, and then stepped away due to industry BS. But he knew his time as an artist wasn’t over yet—not by a longshot—and he immediately started working again with his favorite producer, The Premonist. And with the help of some other producers, 2UGLi crafted one of 2022’s best albums of the year so far with Mdbwye. For longtime fans of 2UGLi, you may be surprised by the material you hear on this record. The emcee purposely avoided more personal stories on this record and instead focused on having fun with the writing process. As he told us, “Many of my supporters will be able to hear the growth and versatility in my writing, but I still stuck to the roots of grimy hip-hop.” And to say he nailed that approach would be a massive understatement, a sentiment that’s clear as soon as the murky intro, “I Am Chicano,” emerges from your speakers. Mdbwye blends a modern and throwback sound masterfully through both 2UGLi’s approach to the mic and his team of producers. While The Premonist handled the bulk of the production, he also worked with the likes of Snowgoons, Zentna, and a few others who stayed true to the emcee’s vision. Not only that, but 2UGLi enlisted prominent like-minded emcees to bless the album, including Raekwon on the dust-covered “The Code,” Cage on the snarling “Eye For An Eye,” and Chino XL on the cinematic “Start to Finish.” The result is a cohesive, engaging look into 2UGLi’s creativity as not just a lyricist, but an artist with a clear concept in mind. That’s what makes Mdbwye such a successful project, and why we’re excited to know 2UGLi isn’t done yet. The 20 track LP becomes available on April 22 via UGLi Business in partnership with Fat Beats.

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OST C.H.U.D.

CD | 1984 | US | Reissue (Waxwork)

20,99 €*

CD | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Guerssen)

Release: 1984 / US – Reissue

Genre: Soundtracks

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Waxwork Records is proud to present C.H.U.D. Original Motion Picture Soundtrack! In close partnership with the film's composers Martin Cooper and David Hughes, we located the original 1984 master tapes, restored them, and mixed and mastered the complete film music to create the definitive and official C.H.U.D. soundtrack album release.

Released in 1984, C.H.U.D. has gained a devoted cult following amongst B-Movie Horror fans. The film is widely referenced in pop culture via The Simpsons, Archer, and most recently, Jordan Peele's Us. C.H.U.D. has also served as a launching pad for several actors such as John Goodman (Roseanne, The Big Lebowski, Raising Arizona), Daniel Stern (Home Alone), and John Heard (Home Alone).

The primitive electronic score composed and performed by Martin Cooper and David Hughes captures the seedy, grim landscape that embodied early 1980s NYC via synth drones, sound design, loops, and arpeggiated notes.

Waxwork is thrilled to present the complete film music to C.H.U.D. on CD package featuring art by Ghoulish Gary Pullin, gatefold jackets with matte satin coating, and more.

C.H.U.D. Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Features:

Re-Mastered From The Original 1984 Master Tapes Artwork By Ghoulish Gary Pullin

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Wicked Lady

Psychotic Overkill

CD | 2022 | UK | Original (Real Life Drama)

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Rock & Indie

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Second volume to complete the anthology of Wicked Lady recordings, their final tracks recorded in 1972, just before the band split up and guitarist Martin Weaver left for Dark (of "Round the edges" fame). Another batch of excessive, over-the-top doomy psychedelic hard-rock including underground classics like "I'm a freak" and the 21 minute epic "Ship of ghosts".

Double vinyl which offers maximum sound quality, gatefold cover with liner notes by doomy psychedelic guitar God in person, Martin Weaver, telling the real story behind Wicked Lady.

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Leaf Dog & Bva

The Menu

Official (The 1996-1997 Sessions)

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Menu is a 16 track album by Leaf Dog & BVA. The album features M.O.P and Keith Murray with most of the production done by Leaf Dog but featuring production from Illinformed and Stevi Beats

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The Field

CD | 2022 | EU | Original (Hip Hop Enterprise)

CD | 2022 | US | Original (New Retro Wave)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Field (later on known as the Killin' Field) were a duo out of Roxbury, Boston (also the home of Ed O.G.). They started out in the early 90's but didn't release their first release until 1996, the tape-only "Official Heavyweights" EP. In 1997 they dropped another tape-only release with "Big East Vol. 1" which is pretty impossible to find these days.

Out now on CD for the first time ever are those 1996-1997 sessions, limited to only 250 copies and fully remastered by Jee Van Cleef. The vinyl edition will become available in a few months.

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Stilz & Castroe

Contact

CD | 2004 | EU | Original (Geffen)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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‣ Pressed onto Red Sony 80 minute Mdw80t MiniDiscs.

‣ Comes with Mini Disc insert boasting full color 6 panels of supreme artwork with high quality covering, and Includes album tracklistings.

‣ Mini disc is enclosed in high quality jewel casing.

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The Roots

The Tipping Point

11,99 €*

Release: 2004 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Life By Misadventure Signed Edition

Rag'n'Bone Man

CD | 2021 | UK | Original (Columbia)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Pop

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CD | 2013 | EU | Reissue (Hip Hop Enterprise)

NoDoz

Ready To Detonate

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Tuff Kong)

Release: 2013 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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HHE is back with some legendary old school Houston, TX hip-hop! Rap-A-Lot headz better take notice right now!! For those unfamiliar, NoDōz were an old school rap duo out of Houston, TX created by the legendary Def Jam Blaster and rapper D. Latroi.

Def Jam Blaster... aaah where to begin? Maybe back in 1987 when he worked on a 7" which started the career of a local rapper named DJ Akshen? Or 1988 when he worked on one of the most iconic 12" records Ever in hip-hop? A 12" from that same rapper Akshen that would have the world forever know him as Scarface from that day on. Or when Def Jam Blaster started the duo Private Identity in 1989 with another legendary Houston rapper 3-2? Or how in 90's Def Jam Blaster worked on albums for Raheem, Royal Flush, Willie D, Big Mello, Madd Hatta and Mobb Deep.

I think you get my point by now, this is a man that paid his dues with the best of them... Now back to our story... After Private Identity died down after doing some recordings Def Jam Blaster hooked back up with D. Latroi, a rapper he met a year before, and started making some demos, material that has remained shelved up until now as we have had the pleasure to include them as bonus tracks for the CD release.

In 1992 NoDōz were signed to Revolution Records, an imprint that was focused primarily on R&B. Right before they could finish the album D. Latroi started having some serious health issues and Revolution Records started second guessing their decision to drop a hip-hop record so the album was shelved.

Now 30 years later we are excited to present you all the tracks from those 1992 sessions, the demos and remixes all from the DAT tapes. The 8 page booklet will include an interview done by Werner Von Wallenrod with Def Jam Blaster which was done specifically for this release. All tracks remastered by Justin Perkins and DJ Pyra-C and the entire CD layout was handled by man Laurence Di Lullo.

Limited to only 300 copies!

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Hus Kingpin

Bolio

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2022 | US | Original (Quality Control)

Lil Baby / Lil Durk

Voice Of The Heroes

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2022 | EU | Original (BMG)

Cypress Hill

Back In Black

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2022 | UK | Original (Concord)

Robert Glasper

Black Radio III

CD | 2018 | US | Reissue (Grilchy Party)

Release: 2022 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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Robert Glasper is a premiere example of musical aptitude and a proven champion of Black music - boasting nine Grammy nominations and four wins for Best R&B Album, Best R&B Song, Best Traditional R&B Performance, and Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media, and an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins. The 43-year old Houston native has a rich history contributing his artistry across both music and film, all the while carrying a consistent cultural message. In 2012, Glasper delivered his album Black Radio that hit the scene as the first album in history to debut in the top 10 of 4 different genre charts simultaneously: Hip Hop R&B, Urban Contemporary, Jazz and Contemporary Jazz. The feat was then repeated by Black Radio 2. The ongoing Black Radio series has since become Glasper’s calling card, upholding a place at the heart of a trailblazing community: from long-time sonic brothers Mos Def and Bilal, to legends including Ledisi, Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West, Jill Scott, and Erykah Badu.

"Robert Glasper has established himself as a master of the territory where jazz, hip-hop and R&B overlap" – Rolling Stone

“No one has shaped the resurgence of jazz in black music more than Robert Glasper in the 2000s” – Nate Chinen (NPR)

Black Radio and Black Radio II are landmark albums that have shaped the genres of jazz, hip hop and r&b for the past decade. Direct lines can be drawn to Kamasi Washington, Thundercat, Kendrick Lamar, and black music writ large.

For Black Radio III, 4-time grammy® winner Robert Glasper cements his legacy as producer, curator and cultural icon. These collaborations range from the most powerful voices in contemporary black music (Killer Mike, ty dolla $ign, D Smoke, PJ Morton) to the most important lyricists and performers of the past 30 years (Jennifer Hudson, Ledisi, Common, Gregory Porter, Musiq Soulchild, India.Arie)

Black Radio III is also a statement for these times. It is Glasper’s most direct statement of the frustration and opportunity of a world disrupted by social change.

It is at once beautiful, powerful and innovative.

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Da Buze Bruvaz

Ni&$@Tivity

2CD | 2006 | US | Reissue (Needlejuice)

Release: 2018 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Da Buze Bruvaz have created a modern Blaxploitation epic in hip-hop form. Known for their raw and unapologetic over the top lyrics, they have built a strong cult following. They now present Ni$&@tivity, their official follow up to 2017’s Adebesi Hat LP. This project is even more over the top and sounds like Richard Pryor having a hardcore battle with Redd Foxx. The Philadelphia duo have taken it up a degree and should offend pretty much any and everyone fairly. Aside from rhymes they are also longtime members of the legendary NY posse the LoLifes, founded by Thirstin Howl 3rd and are heavily regarded in that movement.

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Lemon Demon

Dinosaurchestra

20,99 €*

Release: 2006 / US – Reissue

Genre: Rock & Indie

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Uzelli Psychedelic Anadolu

CD | 2017 | EU | Original (Uzelli)

CD | 2021 | US | Original (Gyldezone)

Release: 2017 / EU – Original

Genre: Rock & Indie

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Uzelli Psychedelic Anadolu is a brand new product from Uzelli label, based in Turkey. Uzelli was established as a cassette label in Frankfurt in 1974 and since its beginnings was bringing Turkish music to Turkish people in their homeland and Germany. Produced more than thousand of albums of various artists from genres as arabesque, tavern, arabic music, psychedelic pop and rock, bellydance, Turkish classical music and folk.
Following a big international demand for original and obscure Turkish music from 70s and 80s, Uzelli selected tracks from their archive and brought them together as a compilation of psychedelic sounds of famous and unknown artists of Turkey. Compilation consists of highly popular names such as Erkin Koray or Ünol Büyükgönenç from legendary KardaÅ?lar band as well as undiscovered talents of vintage Turkish pop, rock and folk - Akbaba Akilisi, Zor Beyler, Kerem Güney, AÅ?Ä±k Emrah, Elvan Sevil, NeÅ?e Alkan and Ali Ayhan. All tracks were recorded and produced by Uzelli between 1975 and 1984. Most of the tracks were never released on any other source than cassette. Uzelli brings them on vinyl, CD and digital. Compilation consists of 10 tracks plus 1 hidden track - all remastered by Emil Berliner Studio in Berlin. The design of the release was created to follow the original style of Uzelli's cassette covers' style from 70s and 80s.
Uzelli Psychedelic Anadolu is a first production that initiates a new project of Uzelli - creation of series of compilations and albums from its vast archive. Bringing original, undiscovered sounds from Turkey to worldwide music amatours is a main goal of the production. The project is created by international crew - curated by Polish music explorer and digger, esthetically redesigned by Polish artist, backed by Turkish researcher, American ethnomusicologist, Israeli and German DJs and producers. All production and management of the project takes place in Istanbul, in the headquaters of Uzelli company. All this make the production awaited by many music and culture networks all around the world.

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Dam-Funk

Above The Fray

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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CD | 2021 | EU | Reissue (Hip Hop Enterprise)

Abdominal

Ab Flex

Digipak CD | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2021 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Back in 1998 Abdominal released his debut album "Ab Flex" on tape only. He sold most of his tapes out of his knapsack back then as you did in the 90's, true backpack rap! This was where it all started for Ab, who became known as one of the best rappers and freestylers ever to come out of Canada and often collaborated with DJ Format in the years to come.

A while ago Ab found 63 original tapes in his dad's basement and headz jumped on those like crazy. Now HHE is extremely proud to announce our collabo with Ab to bring you this amazing piece of work on both CD and Vinyl as well.

Not only will you get the original 9 tracks, no... we will add 6 more previously unreleased bonus tracks from these sessions! To make it even more special we hooked up with known local Toronto illustrator and artist Kagan McLeod (a personal friend of Abdominal) who updated the front cover entirely making this not only an album but a limited piece of art as well!

All tracks remastered by Justin Perkins and limited to only 350 CD's!

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Burnt Batch

The Produce Aisle

CD | 2020 | EU | Original (Omlott)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 150 copies on CD in digipak.

"The Produce Aisle" marked the full-length debut of Burnt Batch in 1999 and is one of those nuggets from the flourishing Westcoast underground scene around that time. The trio from Stockton, CA, was formed by Rukus, Pause and Pismo who mostly handled the production as well as the writing & raps. 15 tracks with that special blend of laid-back rhymes and Jazz-infected beats.

Available in a limited run on black vinyl 2LP, CD in digipak as well as jewel case and cassette plus digitally on all major platforms.

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Anna Högberg Attack

Lena

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Organic Grooves

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Metta, Benevolence BBC 6music: Live On The Invitation Of Mary Anne Hobbs

Sunn O)))

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Southern Lord)

10,99 €*

OST Patlabor 2: The Movie

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Rock & Indie

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In late October 2019, following a successful UK tour ending in a sold-out concert at the mythical Roundhouse in London, Sunn O))) entered studio 4 of the BBC Maida Vale on invitation to record a live session for Mary Anne Hobbs to be broadcast on Samhain via her excellent radio show on Bbc6.

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Kenji Kawai

CD | 2021 | EU | Original (WRWTFWW)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Soundtracks

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Wrwtfww Records is absolutely honored to announce the release of Kenji Kawai’s complete soundtrack to Mamoru Oshii’s 1993 superb political thriller science-fiction mecha anime Patlabor 2: The Movie, available on vinyl for the first time ever and housed in a beautiful heavy gatefold sleeve with obi, as well as on digipack CD. Both versions come with liner notes by the great Masaaki Hara. A true soundtrack maestro, Kenji Kawai is behind the legendary soundscapes of cult animes and movies such as Ghost in the Shell, Avalon, Ring, Ip Man, and Seven Swords among numerous others. Patlabor 2: The Movie (Original Soundtrack) is one of his most experimental offerings, an outstanding palette of emotion-filled ambient atmospherics and percussion mastery breathing beautifully through Kawai’s minimalism meets modern classical approach. His symphony of moods paints a delicate picture of urban isolation, a central theme in the movie, but doesn’t hide hints of hope for a joyful future. Patlabor 2: The Movie (Original Soundtrack) is an ideal companion to Kenji Kawai’s Ghost in the Shell soundtrack, already available on Wrwtfww Records. Points of interests - For fans of electronic, soundtracks, ambient, experimental, minimalism, synth, Kenji Kawai, Geinoh Yamashirogumi, Ghost in the Shell, Akira, anime music, Japan, robots, urban isolation, hope for the future. - First ever vinyl release of Kenji Kawai’s Patlabor 2: The Movie (Original Soundtrack), in full audiophile experience

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2CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Ostgut Ton)

Ostgut Ton Fünfzehn + 1

Digipak CD | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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Fünfzehn + 1 is a commemorative compilation celebrating 16 years of Ostgut Ton – and the first glimpses of light at the end of a long dark tunnel for parent club Berghain.

Originally planned for release in 2020, the music focuses on the interwoven nature of the label and the club in its multitude of different spaces and musical facets. Ostgut Ton artists and close affiliates worked together in pairs to make music dedicated to five different floors, each represented by a specific 12" vinyl. The result is a diverse selection of sometimes functional, other times more abstract sonic tributes; musical homages to spaces they have both influenced and been influenced by.

With the pandemic having forced the club to close temporarily, the collaborative nature of the 5x12" boxset represents an attempt to transcend varying degrees of isolation and to wrestle with memories of music and space that had been inaccessible. But certainly not forgotten.

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Rec Center

Lonely People

Wish Master X Illinformed

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 150 copies on CD in digipak.

Hailing from Elgin, Illinois, the Rec Center is a collective composed of six MC’s with impeccable gifts of gab and a DJ blessed with the art of spinning. From the humbled beginnings of countless basement ciphers in the early 90’s a niche was crafted, a mission was charted and a journey to Reveal Eternal Creation was embarked upon. Originally consisting of nine MC’s, Rec Center released their first full-length album "Lonely People" on CD only in the fall of 1999 which made them a household name in the Chicago underground scene.

Available in a limited run on black vinyl 2LP in gatefold sleeve, CD in digipak as well as jewel case and cassette plus digitally on all major platforms.

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Cold Harbour Tales

CD | 2021 | UK | Original (Original)

CD | 2011 | EU | Original (Staatsakt)

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Deluxe double vinyl version of the latest album from Wish Master X Illinformed. Pressed on heavyweight double 12" vinyl which are two totally different colours A/B side is neon purple while C/D side is a neon orange which is a limited run of 150 with obi strip.

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Locas In Love

Lemming

Release: 2011 / EU – Original

Genre: Rock & Indie

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Digipak CD | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Shadez Ov Blac

Comprehension

Digipak CD | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 150 copies on CD in digipak of "Comprehension", the sophomore album by Shadez Ov Blac from Winnipeg, MB, Canada.

The group's debut "Next School Pioneers" dropped in 1995 via Peanuts & Corn, a Canadian underground label run by mcenroe. "Comprehension" followed in 1999, originally self-released on CD only accompanied by a now hard-to-find 12" release.

The album features mic guests such as Odario, Ismaila and Fayce as well as productions by mcenroe, The Buddha and Howard Hyman.

Available in a limited run on LP, CD in digipak as well as jewel case and cassette plus digitally on all major platforms.

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Massinfluence

The Underground Science

2CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Hip Hop Enterprise)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 150 copies on CD in digipak.

Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Massinfluence has always been one of our favorite new school crews and "The Underground Science" is still one of those nuggets to recommend when someone is digging for jazz-infected boombap rap. Originally released in 1999, the trio consisting of Audessey, H2O and Cognito created a conscious classic all the way through that remains timeless. Next to the original 11 tracks the re-release contains 7 bonus tracks.

Available in a limited run on black gatefold 2LP, CD in digipak as well as jewel case and cassette plus digitally on all major platforms.

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Munk Wit Da Funk

Holly Hoodz Anthology

21,84 €* 22,99 € -5%

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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HHE is proud to announce a collaboration with Munk Wit Da Funk, Illadelph Records and The Militant Mind State. We have a double disc anthology that will include all the classics, unreleased tracks, demos, original remixes, freestyles and rarities recorded between 1994 and 2000.

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3CD | 2021 | EU | Original (Al Gharib)

Palestine

Street Justice & 38 Spesh

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Electronic & Dance

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Limited to 100 copies. These funds will be used to cover a bed for residence at the orphanage, food and water for the child, educational classes for the year, medicine and psychiatric support, clothing, stationary and transport to the orphanage. The remaining funds will be directed towards Olive Kids’ ‘Gaza Emergency Appeal’, a project seeking to purchase 6000 hygiene packages, 600 food packages, 2,000 Covid-19 tests and fuel for hospital generators. Includes unlimited streaming of Palestine via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, Flac and more.

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Community Service

LP | 2021 | US | Original (Air Vinyl)

20,79 €* 25,99 € -20%

CD | 2021 | US | Original (Mind Write Music)

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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"While most fans know that Che Noir, Ransom, and Klass Murda all fall under
the TCF Music Group umbrella, many were unaware of Street Justice’s
long-standing affiliation with the label until he appeared on two cuts on
38 Spesh x Big Ghost Ltd’s album A Bullet For Every Heathen. His standout
contributions to that lauded project made a strong impression on listeners,
which led to high anticipation for his solo debut, Community Service. So, with
Spesh providing guaranteed fire on the production side of things, Street was
free to focus on giving heads the kind of introspective, gritty poetry the game
needs right now. Guests spots from Eto, Planet Asia, Che, and Spesh himself
all help insure Street’s initial offering is a must-hear."

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Melly-Mel & Tone Spliff

New People

CD | 2021 | UK | Original (Forever Living Originals)

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tone Spliff and Melly-Mel met in 2020, the year of the Covid-19 pandemic. Tone had just put out a #FreshStyleChallenge to eMCees on his social media platforms and was impressed with Mel's submission. He decided to collaborate with him on a project, offering Mel the option to cut a joint EP or a full album. Ecstatically, Melly-Mel chose the album route & the pair produced New People; an LP born out of a new friendship, formed in a tumultuous time. Throughout both careers, they’ve worked with heavyweight artists such as: Ruste Juxx, A-f-r-o, Sadat X, Wordsworth, El Da Sensei, Termanology, Skyzoo, Sean Price, Ras Kass, Akrobatik, Thirstin' Howl 3rd, Royce 5'9, Immortal Technique, R.A. The Rugged Man, Inspectah Deck, King Magnetic, Conway The Machine, Planet Asia, Edo G, Saigon, Apathy, Stu Bangas and countless others.

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Sault

NINE

14,24 €* 18,99 € -25%

Buena Vista Social Club 25th Anniversary Edition

Release: 2021 / UK – Original

Genre: Rock & Indie

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Sault returns with a new album featuring Michael Ofo and Little Simz. NINE will be limited to a short press run of 16,000 units, never to be re-issued again!

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Buena Vista Social Club

2CD | 1997 | EU | Reissue (World Circuit)

E2-E4 (2016 - 35th Anniversary Edition)

Release: 1997 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Organic Grooves, Rock & Indie

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The original album, Remastered by Bernie Grundman
• 12 bonus tracks taken from the original 1996 session tapes
• 64 page booklet including new liner notes, photos, song notes & lyrics

‘Buena Vista Social Club’ is both the name given to this extraordinary group of musicians and the album, recorded in just seven days in 1996 in Havana’s 1950s vintage EGREM studios. It was clear from the atmosphere of the recording sessions that something very special was taking place. However, no one could have predicted that Buena Vista Social Club would become a worldwide phenomenon – awarded a Grammy in 1997 and, at 8 million copies, outselling any other record in the same genre. The acclaim of the original album has elevated the artists (including Ibrahim Ferrer, Rubén González & Omara Portuondo) to superstar status, inspired an award-winning film by Wim Wenders, and has contributed to popularising Cuba’s rich musical heritage. Produced by Ry Cooder for World Circuit, the timeless quality of the music and the sheer verve of the veteran performers have ensured that this will go down as one of the landmark recordings of the 20th century. To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the album’s recording, World Circuit will release Special Edition Remaster formats of the album in September 2021, featuring previously unheard tracks, previously unseen photos and new liner notes. The releases will be supported by an international PR & marketing campaign, events and digital initiatives.

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Manuel Göttsching

CD | 1984 | EU | Reissue (MG.Art)