Enjoy the superb, top-notch groove of “Tighten Up”—the classic Archie & the Drells track, also well-known from the YMO cover—reimagined as an organic, elegant, and upbeat jazz-funk instrumental! ! Side A’s “Let The Light In” (sample 2), brimming with radiance like the sun pouring down and energetic dynamism, is also passionate and soulful.
New ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA) crossover soul-jazz from Casbah 73, led by Oli Stewart in Madrid, Spain; Afro-Latin fusion space disco; and two special tracks from the debut album by The Jade—a live ensemble project featuring outstanding musicians from Afro-Latin, Brazilian, Brit-funk, and street soul—as well as Spanish crossover fusion disco—active primarily in Spain but across Europe. This 7-inch single features two standout tracks from their debut album! (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

This release features five tracks in total, including a floor-friendly beatdown disco remix/rework (sample 3) of Michel Legrand’s talkbox disco & boogie cover “De Gui Ding”—previously available only in Japan—by their close allies, The Reflex. That said, what makes me happiest of all—as mentioned above—is that “Modern Sleepover” Parts 1 & 2, which h ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)ave recently become hard to find, are being released together on vinyl for the very first time. While it’s priced like an LP, I think this is definitely a record you’ll want to play on vinyl. If you missed out on buying it back in the day, please don’t miss this opportunity. I highly recommend it. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

"ACTION REACTION," the new album by Horatio Luna—a talented bassist, composer, and producer who was formerly a member of the nine-piece hip-hop/crossover group 30/70 from Melbourne, Australia—was recorded between 2022 and 2025 at two studios in Melbourne: Nick Herrera’s studio in Coburg and Drew Parsons’ studio in South Melbourne, and appears to be ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA) a work that documents his experiences in both composition and life.
Featuring himself on bass, keyboards, and synthesizers, along with three other keyboardists, synthesizer players, a guitarist, a tenor saxophonist, drums & samples, percussion, and piano. Marking a sharp departure from the dark textures of his previous album "Yes Doctor," the sound has evolved into crystal-clear synthesizers and funk-heavy tracks. Centered on jazz-based interplay, the album fully explores the space between crossover, jazz-funk, beatdown, and deep house through hip-hop sampling, beatmaking techniques, and psychedelic sessions steeped in the raw spirit of black music, fully exploring the space between crossover, jazz-funk, beatdown, and deep house. The album features 14 tracks, including several interludes. As expected, the bass interplay—which was likely heavily influenced by Jaco Pastorius—is truly impressive. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

Centered around a production by jazz violist Tamil Rogeon, this long-awaited debut album comes from the acclaimed project Steady Weather, featuring longtime collaborators: keyboardist Ben Grayson, singer Rita Satch, drummer Greame Pogson, and bassist Luke Hodgson. Featuring six tracks of exquisite modern house grooves—blending electric new jazz, fu ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)sion, disco, and boogie—that beautifully incorporate a nostalgic feel for analog sounds. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

Drawing inspiration from traditional Polish music—which is also part of her own roots—as well as Slavic mythology, archaeology, and the sounds, rhythms, and resonances of antiquity, she meticulously weaves together the world that unfolds from these themes, blending electronics, jazz, soul, hip-hop, beatdown, and tribal percussion—a meticulously cra ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)fted gem of urban crossover imaginary dance music that feels romantic, dreamy, and nostalgic, evoking a sense of European avant-pop folklore with its melancholic, mysterious, and fairy-tale-like qualities.
Currently available as a vinyl-only release!!!
180g black vinyl LP. Includes obi strip. 12 tracks total. Both the packaging and the vinyl pressing are meticulously crafted with great care and attention to detail. Highly recommended!!! (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

Following the hit "Green City"—an Afro-ensemble track paying tribute to the legendary FELA KUTI—here comes a session from the Republic of Cuba by 〈A STATE OF FLO〉, who reimagines music from around the world with their unique sensibility! Featuring a powerful horn section and addictive keyboard sounds in this Latin jam, “Havana City” (sample 1)—whic ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)h captivates with its lively drum and percussion and beautiful layered harmonies—features ANDREW ASHONG! This deluxe release even includes a remastered version of “Mother Theresa”—a track that has garnered nearly 2 million streams on Spotify but had never been released on vinyl until now. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

The latest 7-inch release from NAUTILUS—a trio led by drummer Toshiyuki Sasaki, who has built a strong relationship of trust with the renowned AGOGO label while spearheading Japan’s rare groove and jazz-funk scene through hip-hop—is an elegant jazz-funk cover of “Take Me to the Mardi Gras” by Bob James—an indispensable sampling classic in the histo ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)ry of hip-hop—with the A-side (sample 1) delivering an elegant jazz-funk cover brimming with crisp, upbeat funk that makes the most of the original track’s brilliance, and, needless to say, a B-side (sample 2) that takes Kool & The Gang’s mellow classic “Summer Madness”—a track that intoxicates listeners with its dreamy, soulful synthesizer sounds—and transforms it into a more danceable, disco- and boogie soulful groove—all while preserving the original’s brilliance (sample 2). This exquisite 7-inch, which effortlessly blends hip-hop, rare groove, jazz-funk, and crossover-fusion disco and boogie—shining a light on NAUTILUS’s impeccable taste—has quietly emerged as an exquisite 7-inch release. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

From Alex Nut—a key figure who began his career collaborating with artists such as Floating Points, Steven Julien, and Fatima, and has been active behind the scenes of the UK underground scene for many years as a DJ, curator, radio host, remixer, and label owner—comes an ambitious EP that explores a new world of “urban elegance” rooted in groove, f ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)eeling, history, and culture, transcending genre boundaries after journeying through electronica and soul. electronica, and soul—unbound by genre boundaries and rooted in groove, feeling, history, and culture.
The EP opens with A1 “Bright” (sample 1), a collaboration with the one-of-a-kind Steve Spacek. In addition to this track, which was released earlier this year, the EP now includes the newly added A2 “Bright (Re-FreQ Mix)” (sample 2), featuring a undulating TB-303 bassline, swinging percussion, and a groove that gently sways the midnight dance floor.
The title track, B1 “The Heat,” is an elegant, crossover broken-beat soul track featuring Australian vocalist Allysha Joy, along with an early sketch (demo), along with B2 “Duck Duck (feat. Sam Crowe)” (sample 3)—a gem of a track that skillfully blends deep and jazzy elements with deep house, capturing the raw atmosphere of the session before the song took its final form, with memorable Rhodes and piano work by longtime collaborator Sam Crowe—all create a beautifully relaxed and elegant vibe. “Duck Duck (feat. Sam Crowe)” (sample 3) is also supremely enjoyable. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

A new release from 〈ADEEN〉 featuring numerous veteran house artists! This unique album is the work of a golden trio consisting of Chicago legend CHEZ DAMIER, talented Italian house artist NICO LAHS, and producer CAMILLE. It pays tribute to WJZZ, the specialty radio station that supported Detroit’s local jazz culture. Tracks include “Pili Pili,” a d ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)ynamic drum-roll collage of diverse samples; “Third World Wave,” a tribal house track woven from a heavy kick and exquisitely loose percussion; and “Haiku,” a deep house track with a mellow, melancholic horn section. This 2x12-inch release makes full use of lively, powerful drumming and a horn section, infusing every track with a rich jazz essence. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

The label 〈MISTER BEAR〉, launched by CRAIG WHITE two years ago, has also reached number 10 in the catalog! He has collaborated with GLENN UNDERGROUND, BOO WILLIAMS, BRIAN HARDEN, and others—VICK LAVENDER, who continues to forge his own path while running 〈SOPHISTICADO RECORDINGS〉 to carry on the tradition of house music, makes a comeback alongside ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)his longtime collaborator JUSTIN DILLARD. “Love TIMES” (sample 1) is a deep house journey that induces a profound sense of ecstasy, featuring a seamless interplay between smooth electric piano playing and a funky, driving groove—the instrumental version, where the electric piano’s tone really stands out, is also highly recommended. “The Experimental” (sample 2) is an epic track running over nine minutes, featuring funky clavinet phrases, soulful vocals, and an elegant jam over a rich, full-bodied bassline. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

Side A (sample1) is a jazz-funk, mellow, soulful, groovin' take on Diana King's "Shy Guy," the massive 1995 '90s dancehall-reggae R&B hit, with a jazzy turn in the latter half that really hits the spot. Side B (sample2) pairs it with an elegant, breezy jazz-funk/soul-jazz/mellow-fusion reading of "Mystic Voyage" — the mellow masterpiece and title t ...Read morerack from Roy Ayers' classic 1975 album, an eternal classic.
Taking inspiration from Bob James' "Nautilus" and weaving in the image of the real-life submarine Nautilus, the group pursues a '70s rare groove sound while crafting a deep world that draws you into the ocean depths — this is their long-awaited new single. The new album to follow is something to look forward to as well.
Their many previous releases have been highly acclaimed overseas, and in 2023 and 2024 they toured Germany two years running, including an appearance at Berlin's jazz festival "X JAZZ!"

A gathering of remarkable players active across Spain and the rest of Europe, spanning Afro-Latin, Brazilian, Brit-funk and street soul through to Spanish crossover fusion disco. Rhythms and melodies woven from genuine musicianly dialogue, with heartfelt, soulful chill-out grooves unfolding in dazzling, refreshing fashion. All 12 tracks, including two interludes, spread across two LPs. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

A self-produced project by Mistura Pura, who served as a resident DJ in Milan, on the island of Panarea in the Aeolian Islands, and in Sicily from the late ’90s through the early 2000s, gaining immense popularity as a lounge music selector. Even before becoming a DJ, she had experience playing in bands, writing poetry and songs, and constantly sing ...Read more (Original Japanese text by AYAM)ing the melodies that came to mind. This album features a selection from her long-standing repertoire, re-edited and reconstructed over time. Featuring pianist and co-arranger Alberto Napolioni and flutist Carlo Nicita, the album boasts exquisitely breezy and psychedelic arrangements. (Original Japanese text by AYAM)

KUNIYUKI, the world-class Japanese dance music producer representing Mule Musiq, is reissuing the long-awaited analog reissue of the classic "Walking In The Naked City," which was originally released only on CD in 2009. A 2LP 10-track gem that will continue to be loved beyond the ages. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

b2 “shout 12-inch ver” (sample 1) featuring tenor saxophonist Tetsuro Kawasaki, c1 “the session 2” (sample 2) with Sona Diabate, a kora player and vocalist from Guinea in West Africa, and his German collaborator Henrik Schwarz—with whom he has produced such wonderful works as “Once Again”; d1 “Get Up With You” (sample 3)—these are just a few exampl ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)es of the 10 exquisite tracks comprising this collection of electronic crossover, organic, spiritual, and deep house masterpieces, created through tight collaborations with virtuosos across genres and national borders, that are sure to be loved for generations to come. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

2000年代初頭からモダンハウスシーンをリードし〈DELUSIONS OF GRANDEUR〉〈RETREAT〉〈TOY TONICS〉などの前線ハウスレーベルから絶えず作品を発表してきた実力派ユニットSESSION VICTIM新作！ジャズドラムとピアノの生演奏質感で滑らかなジャムを聴かせるディープハウス「Hey, Activate! (Modem Mix)」(sample1)と、内省的なコードでしっとり導入しトレモロのかかったサイン波のモチーフを交えながらシネマティックに物語を描いた「Dream Theory」(sample2)の2曲はKENNETH SCOTTとのコラボレーション！オーセンティックなディープハウスはもちろん、ヴィンテージなファンクやソウルジャズからも影響された燻ムード。 (Akie)

With a glossy 80s disco-style drum sound, a funky bassline, and a dazzling, wild synth lead, this modern new disco track hits the dance floor hard.
Side B features “Garden Of Love (ET Remix)” (sample 2), a gem of a beat-down funk remix by label head E.T. (Nagato Takamiya), with a slightly lowered pitch and a BPM of around 108. A strictly limited first-press 7-inch vinyl. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

A popular, talented jazz-hip-hop-fusion trio from Budapest, Hungary (rose piano & synth, bass/ guitar, drums). This is a vinyl LP reissue of their 2021 hit masterpiece album, “Jazzbois Goes Blunt II.”
Featuring 11 tracks of instrumental hip-hop breaks in a crossover fusion jazz-funk style, with the beautiful tone and resonance of the Rhodes pia ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)no leaving a lasting impression. The ensemble’s tight, stable performance—filled with bursts of improvisational energy throughout—is truly magnificent. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

CHAOS IN THE CBD, the charismatic house duo known for their jazz-crossover sound and a steady stream of hits released on a wide range of labels—including 〈CHURCH〉, 〈RHYTHM SECTION INTL〉, and 〈MULE MUSIQ〉—has finally released their first full-length album! Already generating buzz even before its vinyl release, the sultry deep house track “Love Langu ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)age” (sample 3) features veteran saxophonist NATHAN HAINES; the chill-out downtempo track “Mountain Mover” (sample 2), which evokes nostalgia for the coast of their native New Zealand—this is their first album to feature both live instruments and vocals, covering a wide range of club-oriented sounds from the dance floor to the after-hours. Carefully crafted with elements of R&B, jazz, and Balearic, it’s also, of course, perfect for listening at home. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

Veteran artist CARL FINLOW—who has earned a reputation for reliability over more than 20 years through numerous projects as part of the “20:20 Vision” collaboration with RALPH LAWSON—sees his second album, a crossover masterpiece, reissued on vinyl! It features “First Principles”—a timeless classic that blends fusion and techno to create a danceabl ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)e charm distinct from electronic jazz, and remains a DJ staple to this day—as well as “When Daylight Fades,” a vocal-driven electro track that combines processed vocals with razor-sharp, mechanical rhythms. “In Visible Light,” which jazzily breaks down a minimal groove, and more. A miraculous masterpiece born in the interstices of the indie dance scene, it masterfully bridges the gap between the dance floor and the living room by fusing techno/electro with other genres. Since the original vinyl commands high prices on the secondary market, this reissue is a welcome treat! (Original Japanese text by Akie)