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Spotlight 16
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PSYCHEDELIC/PROGRESSIVE/FOLK
Madmess
The Third Coming
Limited to 300 copies on heavy crystal clear/black dust wax. Madmess create a unique sound in the realm of heavy psychedelic rock. Drawing inspiration from the iconic sounds of the '70s, their music transports listeners on a mind-altering voyage. Join them on this mesmerising quest, where they continue to push the boundaries of sonic exploration through unknown dimensions. Always sparkling, always brilliant - and heavy as usual. Maintaining their psych fingerprint and that priest-placed guitar announcing the marriage between fuzz and wah, that same classical rock vibe we felt on the first two albums. Madmess are here to stay and the boys really seem to know where theyre heading: straightforward rock'n'roll music.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
09-05-2025
Label
Item-nr
558863
EAN
2090505588637
Availability
Exp. 09-05-2025
POP/ROCK/WAVE/NOISE
Silent Mass
The Great Chaos
Silent Mass invites disciples of post-punk, ethereal wave, shoegaze, and '90s alternative to a wailing wall of sound that is irresistible for anyone who has prayed for a darker and heavier Enya or is beckoned to embark on a sonic pilgrimage through territories claimed by Chelsea Wolfe, Cranes, and Dead Can Dance.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
21-03-2025
Label
Item-nr
558803
EAN
2090505588033
Availability
Exp. 21-03-2025
Badowski, Henry
Life Is A Grand
A classic lost post-punk era album, originally released on A&M Records in 1981 - CTR are delighted to bring you this touchstone album on heavyweight 180g vinyl. Limited to 300 copies only. Remastered and with 5 bonus tracks available at Bandcamp. Artwork restoration by Dave Twist. Liner notes by Piers Martin (Uncut). "'Life Is A Grand' has become a word-of-mouth cult classic - a new-wave pop gem adored by those who've fallen for its many charms and which has so far eluded the algorithm." (Piers Martin). "Badowski's album has been likened to Bowie's 'Low' on ecstasy rather than cocaine, thanks to its upbeat Berlin vibes and avant-synthpop sensibilities." (Uncut). "Minimalist post-punk pop tunes, imagine if Brian Eno had produced Syd Barrett." (Phil King). Henry was a member of The Damned and The Good Missionaries before embarking on a solo career. This album, his only full-length work provided 3 critically well-received singles. "Something of a lost classic." (Matthew Higgs-New York Times). "Hopefully this album will place these songs back into the pantheon of psychedelic post-punk pop greats". (Dan Selzer-Acute Records/New York Endless).
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
09-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558860
EAN
9780201379587
Availability
Exp. 09-04-2025
Damned
I'm Alright Jack And The Bean Stalk (black)
The first British punk band to appear on vinyl, The Damned enjoyed unprecedented early chart success and influenced the hardcore punk and goth movements. 1996's 'I'm Alright Jack And The Bean Stalk' (aka 'Not Of This Earth') was a real departure for the re-vamped band that defied easy classification; moving away from the punk and goth of the past, it found Dave Vanian, Rat Scabies and guitarist Alan Lee Shaw channelling psychedelia, new wave and traditional rock, bolstered by pedigree supporters including organist James Taylor and bassist Glen Matlock of the original Pistols. A killer set of non-standard Damned jams - get it now! Edition on black vinyl.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
14-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558897
EAN
8055515236057
Availability
Exp. 14-04-2025
PUNK/HARDCORE
Undead
Act Your Rage... Again (orange)
In 1989, The Undead released 'Act Your Rage!,' the album often credited with helping to launch the 'Indie Revolution' - selling out it's first pressing of 7,000 units as of its day of release and breaking 10,000 in 3 months. The labels who'd rejected the opportunity to license it weren't pleased as it took over the CMJ college radio charts, making the Top 20 in 400+ stations, and reaching the #1 spot on over 100 stations. 'Put Your Clothes Back On' held #3 at a 100KW Midwest commercial station. Done without the aid of a label staff, Bobby Steele handled all marketing, promotion, and distribution single-handedly. In commemoration of the 35th Anniversary of this album, The Undead returned to the studio with guests from some of punk, metal, and rock's most memorable acts to create all new recordings. Guest musicians besides Bobby Steele (Misfits - 'Horror Business'/'Night Of The Living Dead'/'Halloween'/'3 Hits From Hell' EPs) include Greg Hetson (Bad Religion, Circle Jerks), Dez Cadena (Black Flag), Steve Garvey (Buzzcocks), Rick Rivets (New York Dolls, Corpse Grinders), Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal (Guns N' Roses, Asia), Tim Cappello (Tina Turner, Ringo Starr), Dirk Verbueren (Megadeth), Ace Von Johnson (L.A. Guns, Faster Pussycat), Argyle Goolsby (Blitzkid), Alex Story (Doyle, Cancerslug) and young musicians from Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Teen Center.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
01-05-2025
Label
Item-nr
558657
EAN
2090505586572
Availability
Exp. 01-05-2025
P-nissarna
Kalla Den Va Fan Du Vill
One of the first legendary Swedish punk bands formed in 1978 and released a couple of singles between 1980-1982. Reunited in 2004 and recorded the band's first full-length album 'Kalla Den Va Fan Du Vill!' in 2007. It was only released on CD but now it is FINALLY out on vinyl. New cover by CrashMange. Groove magazine gave the album 4 out of 5.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
21-03-2025
Label
Item-nr
558806
EAN
2090505588064
Availability
Exp. 21-03-2025
INDUSTRIAL/EXPERIMENTAL/NOISE/NEOFOLK/GOTHIC
Schutze, Paul
Deus Ex Machina (2lp)
One of the very best ever tribal ambient dub albums, originally released on the famous Australian Extreme label. Regular black vinyl edition with laminated cover, printed also on the inside, and obi. Brilliantly new mastered, sounds way better than the original recordings. Includes bonus songs from other Extreme releases. For fans of early WARP, Muslimgauze, Future Sound Of London, The Orb, Rapoon and alike.
Genre
Format
LP - 2 disk
Release date
07-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
550654
EAN
0710473185868
Availability
Exp. 07-04-2025
Dissecting Table
Ultra Point On Intersection Exist
Originally released in the late '80s, this album stands as a defining statement of the Japanese noise and industrial scene - an unrelenting fusion of power electronics, mechanized chaos, and avant-garde intensity. The brainchild of Ichiro Tsuji, Dissecting Table's sonic assault exists in the same lineage as the dystopian brutality of Whitehouse, the mechanical terror of SPK, and the raw sonic deconstruction of early Einstürzende Neubauten. At the crossroads of noise, industrial, and extreme experimental music, 'Ultra Point Of Intersection Exist' embodies the radical spirit of the era, pushing boundaries alongside contemporaries like Controlled Bleeding and Ramleh. This long-awaited reissue restores a crucial chapter in noise history, available now for the first time as an official release on limited edition vinyl.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
15-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558725
EAN
0710473186278
Availability
Exp. 15-04-2025
C.c.c.c.
Phantasmagoria
'Phantasmagoria' is a landmark release from Japan's legendary noise collective C.C.C.C. Originally unleashed in the early '90s, this album represents the group's masterful balance between overwhelming sonic force and hypnotic, psychedelic intensity. Led by Hiroshi Hasegawa and fortified by the presence of Mayuko Hino, C.C.C.C. blended the raw power of Japanese harsh noise with elements of cosmic electronic music, creating a sound that resonates with the crushing density of Merzbow, the ecstatic distortion of Hijokaidan, and the hypnotic feedback worship of The New Blockaders. 'Phantasmagoria' stands as a crucial document of noise music's golden era, where extreme frequencies met transcendent states of mind. This long-awaited reissue finally brings this essential work back to life - available now for the first time as an official release on limited edition vinyl.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
15-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558726
EAN
0710473186285
Availability
Exp. 15-04-2025
Merzbow/null + Nord
B-semi Live 25/4/1984
ArteFAKT proudly presents the first-ever official release of 'B-Semi Live 24/5/1984,' a rare and explosive document capturing a crucial moment in Japan's underground noise and industrial scene. Recorded at the legendary B-Semi venue in Tokyo, this performance brings together three pioneers: Merzbow, Null (K.K. Null), and Nord, delivering a raw, unfiltered onslaught of early Japanese noise in its most visceral form. This historic recording showcases the primitive power and experimental spirit that defined the scene, sitting alongside the abrasive intensity of Whitehouse, the industrial ritualism of SPK, and the mechanical destruction of Throbbing Gristle. A sonic time capsule of Japan's most groundbreaking sound revolutionaries, 'B-Semi Live 24/5/1984' is an essential piece of noise history. Now available for the first time ever as an official release on limited edition vinyl.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
15-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558727
EAN
0710473186292
Availability
Exp. 15-04-2025
Rapoon
Cidar (redux) (2lp)
Since 1992, Robin Storey (founding member of the pioneering post-industrial band Zoviet*France) has been creating innovative and thought-provoking music under the Rapoon moniker. Drawing inspiration from his early days with Z*F, he continues to push the boundaries of ambient, industrial, and world music genres, earning him a dedicated following across the globe. Originally available in 1994 as a limited-edition DAT tape through Staalplaat Records, 'Cidar' was later included as a bonus CD in the reissue of another Rapoon classic, 'Fallen Gods.' Now, after years of anticipation, fans can experience this mesmerizing work as a stand-alone release - remastered and expanded with three previously unreleased tracks from the original 1994 recording sessions. 'Cidar' showcases Robin's signature sound - a seamless blend of Z*F-inspired drones and loops intertwined with vibrant African percussion and hauntingly beautiful Asian string instruments. This combination creates an immersive, trance-like atmosphere that transports listeners into a world of meditative sonic exploration. With its enchanting rhythms and deeply textured layers, 'Cidar' stands as a testament to Robin's unparalleled ability to craft music that defies genre boundaries while remaining instantly recognizable. Fans of both Zoviet*France and Rapoon will find themselves drawn into the hypnotic sounds of this timeless masterpiece. The standalone release of 'Cidar' marks an important milestone in the history of experimental music, offering audiences worldwide the opportunity to rediscover or experience for the first time one of Robin Storey's most influential works.
Genre
Format
LP - 2 disk
Release date
25-05-2025
Label
Item-nr
558728
EAN
0710473186193
Availability
Exp. 25-05-2025
Makina Girgir
Torment
Makina Girgir emerges from the shadows with a soundscape deeply rooted in the early '80s synth-pop and industrial scene. Drawing inspiration from pioneering acts like Cabaret Voltaire, Kraftwerk, Chris & Cosey, The Cure, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Coil, Talk Talk, Severed Heads, and countless others, their music is a rich homage to an era that reshaped electronic music. Yet, Makina Girgir doesn't merely replicate the past - they reinterpret it with a modern, enigmatic twist. The band's lyrics delve into profound and universal themes: the human soul, melancholy, the fragility of life, and the inevitability of death. They weave their narratives through the timeless words of literary giants such as Leo Tolstoy, Maxim Gorky, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Aleksandr Tvardovsky, and Leconte de Lisle, infusing their music with a rare intellectual depth. Each track becomes a layered experience, where literature and sound converge to create something utterly unique. Adding to their distinctiveness are the band's cold, spoken female vocals delivered in a haunting blend of French, English, and Russian. This multilingual approach, combined with the surrealist undertones of their lyrics, paints an immersive, misty, and mysterious sonic world that is as captivating as it is unsettling. With their unique blend of nostalgic influences and contemporary sensibilities, Makina Girgir invites listeners on a journey through shadowy corridors of sound and thought. Prepare to lose yourself in their evocative melodies and haunting atmospheres as they redefine the boundaries of synth-pop and industrial music. Must have for all synth-maniacs!
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
07-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558730
EAN
0710473186681
Availability
Exp. 07-04-2025
Mortiis
The Unfolding Of The Gates
Recorded live in Belgium in 1998, at the 'Nights Of The Abyss II' festival. This was the first ever 'The Stargate' performance, over a year prior to the album's eventual release on Halloween 1999.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
26-02-2025
Label
Item-nr
558830
EAN
2090505588309
Availability
In stock
METAL/STONER/HARDROCK
Infester
To The Depths, In Degradation
Reissue of the only full-length album by Seattle, WA based death metal band Infester. They also acted as backing band for Meat Shits during the 'Second Degree Of Torture' era. Originally released on Moribund Records in 1994.
Genre
Format
CD - 1 disk
Release date
26-02-2025
Label
Item-nr
558835
EAN
2090505588354
Availability
In stock
SOUL/FUNK/LATIN/R&B/GOSPEL
Dj Shingo Takakashi/sound Solution
Rainbow Cake
"Rainbow Cake" tells the story of our daily struggles in living this life, where everyone is striving and fighting to achieve their life goals. The title "Rainbow Cake" came from the name given to the vocalist Sally, and was chosen as it breaks down barriers of race, gender and sexual orientation. Shingo Takahashi is a Japanese DJ known for his eclectic vinyl-only sets with singles that blend perfectly genres such as soul, funk, hip-hop, jazz and reggae. As the leader of Bee's Knees Records, he has cultivated a distinct style that resonates with audiences both in Japan and internationally.
Genre
Format
7" - 1 disk
Release date
01-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558508
EAN
2090505585087
Availability
In stock
First Love
Love At First Sight
A true holy grail for boogie funk collectors, 'Love At First Sight' by First Love is finally back on wax! Originally released in 1982 out of Chicago, this masterpiece embodies the golden era of modern soul and funk, delivering that irresistible groove collectors crave. Fronted by the powerhouse vocals of Yvonne Gage (credited as Yvine Gage), whose voice graced countless essential soul and disco cuts, the album is a testament to the genre's finest production. Crafted under the expert guidance of Randy B and Chuck Colbert - key figures in the boogie and modern soul movement - this LP is packed with deep basslines, tight drum programming, and lush synth work. With original pressings fetching sky-high prices, this official reissue is a must-have for DJs, collectors, and funk enthusiasts alike. Strictly limited - don't sleep on this essential slice of '80s boogie!
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
15-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558718
EAN
0710473186230
Availability
Exp. 15-04-2025
Mister
Lover's Holiday/i Wanna Thank You
The Holy Grail of '80s boogie - Mister's ultra-rare 1983 Starville Records 12" is finally reissued, offering collectors and DJs a chance to own one of the most elusive and prized records in the genre. High-demand classic. Original copies have fetched 800-1000 euro, making this reissue a must-have for serious collectors and fans of '80s boogie. Boogie-funk masterpiece 'I Wanna Thank You' delivers silky-smooth vocals, deep synth arrangements, and a hypnotic mid-tempo groove - an essential track for any DJ's arsenal. Soulful and sophisticated, the flip side, 'Lover's Holiday,' offers lush harmonies and refined instrumentation, showcasing the timeless quality of Starville Records' releases. Don't miss the chance to own this cornerstone of '80s funk history.
Genre
Format
7" - 1 disk
Release date
15-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558719
EAN
0710473186261
Availability
Exp. 15-04-2025
Various
Straight Outta Macola Records Volume 1
The ultimate Macola compilation. For the first time ever, Macola Records' most sought-after '80s funk, electro, boogie, and modern soul gems are collected in one essential LP. Featuring Bruce Grant's iconic 'Enough Is Enough' (1987), written and produced by Ray Miles and Felton Pilate of Con Funk Shun, delivering soulful synths, crisp drums, and irresistible bass grooves. A vault of rare and in-demand tracks featuring cuts from Catch, Sesil & Loujon, C.C. & Co., World Entity, plus killer instrumentals that showcase the label's genre-blurring innovation. A crucial document of independent funk history - Macola Records' legacy is cemented with this must-have compilation for DJs, collectors, and groove aficionados. Strictly limited edition. A rare opportunity to own a vital piece of '80s music history, don't miss out!
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
15-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558720
EAN
0710473186247
Availability
Exp. 15-04-2025
Wreckin' Crew
Pixie Dust
A deep-cut treasure from the Sound of Florida Records vaults, 'Pixie Dust' by Wreckin' Crew is a pure boogie funk statement - vibrant, bass-driven, and built for the dancefloor. Originally recorded in 1983 and available only in the U.S., this album has long been a secret weapon for collectors and DJs chasing that perfect mix of tight grooves, shimmering synths, and infectious hooks. Crafted with precision, 'Pixie Dust' boasts the involvement of Robert Rans (co-writer of the electro classic 'AEIOU' by Freeze) and Kent Washburn, a respected producer/engineer with a deep history in soul and funk recordings. Their expertise elevates the album's deep basslines, crisp drum programming, and smooth vocal harmonies, making every track a standout moment. With its authentic '80s boogie essence, this reissue brings back a crucial piece of funk history - a must for serious collectors and groove lovers alike. Don't miss your chance to own this rare Florida boogie masterpiece!
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
15-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558721
EAN
0710473186254
Availability
Exp. 15-04-2025
Savin, Igor -i Orkestar Stanka Selaka-
Yu Disko Expres
A long-lost masterpiece of Yugoslavian jazz-funk and disco finally returns! Originally released in 1979 on the iconic Jugoton label, 'YU Disko Expres' by Igor Savin and Orkestar Stanka Selaka is a rare gem - an electrifying fusion of jazz, funk, electronic music, and traditional folk elements. Decades ahead of its time, this album remains a strikingly modern and danceable exploration of sound, seamlessly blending synthesizers with tight horn arrangements and deep, infectious grooves. Igor Savin, one of Croatia's most respected composers and pioneers of electronic music, was a driving force in blending contemporary jazz with emerging electronic sounds. A classically trained musician with a deep love for jazz, he left a lasting mark on the region's music scene, working across film, TV, and avant-garde composition. Backed by an all-star ensemble featuring some of Yugoslavia's finest musicians - trumpeter Stanko Selak, bassist Miljenko Prohaska, drummer Silvije Glojnaric, saxophonist Stjepan Mihaljinec, and more - 'YU Disko Expres' delivers an unparalleled groove that has remained a collector's favorite for decades. For the first time ever, this sought-after album gets an official reissue, fully remastered from the original tapes. DJs, hip-hop producers, and groove aficionados take note: 'YU Disko Expres' is back, sounding fresher than ever. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Yugoslavian music history!
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
29-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558722
EAN
0710473186186
Availability
Exp. 29-04-2025
Various
Jugoton Bossa Nova! (2lp)
'BRAZILIAN WAVE IN YUGOSLAVIA' - The rich musical history of Yugoslavia reveals a long-lasting love for the music of Latin America. Entwined in Afro-Cuban rhythms, ballrooms were shakin', swayin' and swingin', gathering musicians who were heavily into jazz bands and orchestras, most notably in Ljubljana, Zagreb, and Belgrade. Jazz could be heard on the streets of Split way back in 1919 when dancing became a symbol of freedom. Radio was the most loved household item, newest sheet music was in demand and collecting records was hip like today. In the aftermath of Second World War, jazz went underground but little by little, things changed and Ella, Satchmo, Dizzy and Miles came to visit, among others. Music festivals shaped the music for entertainment and variety of popular styles showed influences from all over the world. In the early sixties, one particular rhythm crashed on the coast of the Adriatic Sea: the rhythm of bossa nova! In the whirlwind of various musical styles, Latin American music still played important part of the scene in the early sixties Yugoslavia. Beguine, tango, rhumba, samba, calypso, mambo and cha-cha-cha all found their place on the festivals inspired by famous Sanremo, festival of Italian popular song that largely shaped the musical taste of Europe. It was the era of instrumental rock, R & B and rock'n'roll - sounds of "imperialist America" now played freely on imported and hand-made electric guitars. While dancing halls had been turning into concert venues, bossa nova has come! Eydie Gorme with 'Blame It On The Bossa Nova' and Paul Anka with 'Eso Besso (That Kiss!)' tried to make us learn some new dance moves but it was Joao Gilberto's gentle singing and his new way of playing samba songs, along with Tom Jobim's modern dissonant harmonies and poetry of Vinicius de Moraes that created the magic. When American alto saxophonist and flautist Bud Shank visited Zagreb and Ljubljana in 1963 (with Bosko Petrovic in his quintet) "it was the first time we heard bossa nova!" remembers Stjepan Braco Fuckar. Jugoton, the biggest record company in Yugoslavia, released the 4-track EP 'Bossa Nova' by Bogdan Dimitrijevic and his ensemble that same year! While not being fully accepted or understood completely, the archives of Jugoton reveal to us various interpretations of this new trend from their vast catalogue.
Genre
Format
LP - 2 disk
Release date
29-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558723
EAN
0710473186216
Availability
Exp. 29-04-2025
Various
Jugoton Funk, Vol. 2 (2lp)
'MORE BEATS, SOUL, DISCO AND JAZZ FROM YUGOSLAVIA 1968-1982' - 'Jugoton Funk' is back with a second instalment gone funkier and crazier than before - now capturing even the early '80s disco and folk decadence occurring after Tito's death. Jugoton, the Yugoslavian discography leader by all standards, still incites our inspiration and keeps our fingers dusty for more beats, soul and jazz presented here in equal proportion. From unreleased Jugoton associated numbers by Spektar and breakbeat bombshell classics like 'Zlatokosa' to early Yugoslavian 'Soul Finger' renditions and groovy jazz infusions from Josipa Lisac - this compilation rounds it all up. Enjoy it while we take another 5 years to get to Vol.3.
Genre
Format
LP - 2 disk
Release date
29-04-2025
Label
Item-nr
558724
EAN
0710473185226
Availability
Exp. 29-04-2025
Chiva Rumbera
Ida Y Vuelta
Chiva Rumbera, led by saxophonist/clarinetist Romain Meunier, unites nine musicians from the Tours scene around the infectious rhythms of cumbia, the emblematic music of Colombia's Caribbean coast. Blending original compositions with reimagined classics, the group delivers a festive, dance-driven experience - indoors or out! Rooted in 16th-century indigenous festivals and shaped by African, indigenous, and later European influences, cumbia evolved with instruments like the accordion and, from the 1930s, brass sections inspired by jazz big bands. Chiva Rumbera embraces this bold, orchestral form to celebrate Colombia's musical heritage, playing iconic tunes that are now considered unofficial national anthems.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
06-06-2025
Label
Item-nr
558846
EAN
3760408540153
Availability
Exp. 06-06-2025
SOUNDTRACKS/LOUNGE/CULT ETC
Various
Picaro, Vol. 4
The fourth volume of 'Picaro' features flamenco songs mixed with various styles that made the youth dance in the second half of the 20th century, s.a. rock, pop, cha-cha-cha, mambo, swing, soul, groove....
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
13-06-2025
Label
Item-nr
558749
EAN
8435008877385
Availability
Exp. 13-06-2025
DANCE/TECHNO/HOUSE/HIPHOP
Ialone
Proper Sound
Alexander Rosengren a.k.a. Ialone was a Swedish hip-hop producer from Ludvika, Sweden. His untimely passing led to the decision by a group of his friends to release a compilation of his tracks from during the years he was active. With a true love for music in general and being a strict perfectionist. Ialone's tracks were characterized by a range of things. Such as carefully crafted drum loops, emotive samples, hard quotes from rappers and/or other interesting vocal samples or sounds of different things, creating a confronting and heavy sound. All wrapped up in a lo-fi aesthetic based on his pure interest in different equipment and production techniques. As he would have preferred to describe it: 'Proper Sound.' This is instrumental hiphop music for fans of everything from golden age hiphop beats to the more experimental side of things. Limited to 100 copies only!
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
21-03-2025
Label
Item-nr
558801
EAN
2090505588019
Availability
Exp. 21-03-2025
VARIOUS: WORLD, CLASSICAL, SPOKEN WORDS ETC
Mokhtar
Mokhtar Airlines
Mokhtar offers a unique quintet with ancestral and modern rhythms, where instruments converse and accompany one another across landscapes from around the world. Their music breaks down borders and invites us to travel. It is a discovery of new sounds. A music that nourishes the senses. Mokhtar draws its strength from its eclecticism, surprising originality, and poetry. The group benefits from a unique and vibrant creativity. This magic is brought to life through a subtle blend of two amplified wind instruments: bassoon and saxophone. They call to and harmonize with each other in an airy and sensitive energy. Their interplay is supported and reinforced by a trio of drums, bass, and keyboard, where each musician develops syncretic sounds with both organic and electric dimensions. Mokhtar innovates through its musical universe, offering an artistic dimension that shapes the new ideas of tomorrow, where past and future cultures meet and fuse. Perfect for fans of world-fusion, jazz, and modal music.
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
02-05-2025
Label
Item-nr
558844
EAN
3760408540139
Availability
Exp. 02-05-2025
PRESS: SELECTED REVIEW QUOTES, INTERVIEWS A.S.
MERIDIAN BROTHERS – VII (LP, Bongo Joe)
"On Meridian Brothers VII those successes far outweigh the failures, resulting in a hugely inventive, provocative and unpredictable album that will keep you coming back for more." (Russ Slater for Sounds and Colours)
QUASARS OF DESTINY – Music To Listen To While Eating Planets (CD)
"...the perfect soundtrack for late-night chill-downs and artistic meanderings…" (Martin Williams for The Sleeping Shaman)
SANKT OTTEN – Hymnen Und Helden (LP, Denovali)
"The duo of Stephan Otten and Oliver Klemm—better known as Sankt Otten—have always approached their synth-heavy craft with the precision of watchmakers and the curiosity of cosmic cartographers." (It's Psychedelic! Baby Magazine)
ELECTRIC CITIZEN – 'Ec4' (LP-CD, Heavy Psych Sounds)
"Built on fuzzed-out riff worship and the siren pull of Laura Dolan’s vocals, ‘Static Vision’ pulses with the urgency of a band reborn." (It's Psychedelic Baby! Magazine)
YAWNING BALCH – Volume Three (LP-CD, Heavy Psych Sounds)
"From those first echoing snares and the hits cutting through the sprawl of guitar tone from Arce and Balch, the drums hold the languidity of the tempo for an especially molten feel, and if Volume Three is intended to run hot and cold — i.e., Taos, New Mexico, is hot, and winter, referenced in “Winter Widow,” is cold — then it makes sense that the guitar sounds so very sweaty." (JJ Koczan for The Obelisk)
RADIO
The track ‘Shanga Yangu’ by Harare Mambos, which is featured on Analog Africa’s forthcoming compilation, ‘Roots Rocking Zimbabwe’ (due for release on 2LP and CD on May 2nd), once more received airplay from BBC Radio 6 on 10 April. It was played on Riley & Coe, starting at 1:11:51.
UPCOMING CONCERTS
SULA BASSANA - with band (SULATRON):
17-04-2025 GER-Bochum, Planetarium
23-08-2025 BE-Rillaar, Down The Hill, SKYJOGGERS feat. Sula Bassana
FORD’S FUZZ INFERNO (SUBUNDERGROUND C.A.):
19-04-2025: Haarlem (NL) - Slachthuis
26-04-2025: Leiden (NL) – Resistor
SKYJOGGERS:
03-05-2025 ITA-Bologna, Heavy Psych Sounds fest
08-05-2025 AT-Graz, Café Wolf
12-05-2025 AT-Wien, Arena
13-05-2025 CRO-Zagreb, Mocvara
14-05-2025 GER-München, Feierwerk
17-05-2025 NL-Nijmegen, Sonic Whip
18-05-2025 GER-Recklinghausen, Backyard Club
24-05-2025 GER-Berlin, Desertfest
07-06-2025 DK-Esbjerg, Fuzztival
11-07-2025 GER-Wuppertal, Alte Schlosserei, + Zone Six
12-07-2025 GER-Erfurt, Stoned from the Underground
23-08-2025 BE-Rillaar, Down The Hill, feat. Sula Bassana
LABASHEEDA (PRESTO CHANGO):
15-05-2025: Utrecht (NL) – dB’s
16-05-2025: Dordrecht (NL) – DS17
27-05-2025: Wroclaw (P) – Klub Szalonych
28-05-2025: Liberec (CZ) – Barpapir
29-05-2025: Prague (CZ) – Café V Lese
30-05-2025: Brno (CZ) – Alterna
31-05-2025: Dresdan (D) – Sankt Pieschen Festival
13-09-2025: Wormerveer (NL) – De Groote Weiver
20-09-2025: Gent (B) – Kinky Star
KRAUTFUZZ:
23-05-2025 GER-Berlin, Schokoladen, 'Live at The Church (feat. J Mascis)' record release concert
18-07-2025 LT-Vilnius, Braille Satellite music festival
27-09-2025 GER-Kusel, Kinett, Conny Plank - exhibition (tbc)
ZONE SIX:
06-06-2025 GER-Schlitz, Moon Festival
11-07-2025 Wuppertal, Alte Schlosserei, + Skyjoggers
12-07-2025 Münster, Bennohaus, Up In Space Festival
MINERALL:
07-06-2025 GER-Dürrröhrsdorf-Dittersbach, Gockelscream
TOMO KATSURADA (ex-Kikagaku Moyo):
06-06-2025 Galiläakirche, Berlin, Germany
11.06.2025 St Matthias Church, London, United Kingdom
12-06-2025 Sacred Trinity Church, Salford, United Kingdom
14-06-2025 Future Days Festival, ISOamsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
19-06-2025 Trix (Bar), Antwerp, Belgium
26-07-2025 Psyk Stämman, Stigbergets Ringön Göteborg, Sweden
More exciting news on Tomo and his project soon.
SOCCER COMMITTEE (MORC):
09-08-2025: Millingen aan de Rijn / Kekerdom (NL) - Millinger Theetuin
