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'Sad Bitch’, featured on Arca’s debut Xen and the brand new 'Xen (????? Edition)’, out now.

 ????? Digital Deluxe Edition include two bonus tracks, ‘????? A’ and ‘????? B’ plus the Jesse Kanda-created videos for  tracks ‘Xen’ and ‘Thievery’.

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Sad Bitch

In Between Revisited: Jazzanova Live

Days to Come (Little Big Beat Studio Live Session)

Another New Day (Little Big Beat Studio Live Session)

Stream 'Opium Lounge' now : https://bfan.link/opium-lounge-1

Wrapped in waves of smoke, Opium Lounge is an enchanting ballad where Rachel Kitchlew's harp beautifully merges with the brass and guitars of SHOLTO and Dave Bardon. This single, imbued with a cinematic atmosphere, combines complex improvisations and sophisticated arrangements, characteristic of her eclectic musical approach. The fluid, shifting rhythm evokes the gallop of a horse in the English countryside, creating a captivating atmosphere. With her work spanning from Glastonbury to film scores, Rachel blends an atmospheric ambiance with modern jazz influences.

Flirty Ghost

Opium Lounge

Rachel Kitchlew & SFJ (ft. SHOLTO & David Bardon) - Opium Lounge

n an ever-expanding musical universe, Azymuth have long existed as a celestial giant, drawing countless artists, musicians and followers into their orbit. Marking fifty years since their 1975 debut album Azimuth, their new album Marca Passo proves that the band’s alchemic brew of Brazilian jazz-funk and cosmic samba soul remains as vital as ever, as the group honours the profound legacy of their departed founders.

Recorded in Rio de Janeiro, Marca Passo is the first full-length release since the passing of founding drummer Ivan "Mamão" Conti in 2023, following the earlier loss of keyboardist José Roberto Bertrami in 2012. Alex Malheiros, the sole remaining original member, sees his stewardship of the band’s musical legacy as his spiritual duty. He is joined by the equally devoted Kiko Continentino (Milton Nascimento, Djavan) on keyboards, who has been with the group since 2016, and new recruit Renato Massa (Marcos Valle, Ed Motta) on drums.

Yet since their earliest recorded music, Azymuth have always been far greater than the sum of their parts. The "three-man orchestra’s" unmistakable sound is rooted in Brazil's MPB studio scene of the 1970s and early 1980s—a time when artists blended traditional Brazilian rhythms with global jazz, rock, and emerging psychedelic and progressive elements. Marca Passo continues this legacy, seamlessly fusing Brazilian musical traditions with global influences while showcasing the exceptional musicianship that powers Azymuth's distinctive, multi-dimensional sound.

The album is produced by studio mastermind Daniel Maunick, responsible for Azymuth’s two previous studio albums, Fênix in 2016 and Aurora in 2011. Daniel’s credits also include albums by Marcos Valle, Sabrina Malheiros and Terry Callier. Azymuth also invited Daniel’s father, British jazz-funk royalty Jean Paul “Bluey” Maunick, of Incognito, to play guitar on a new version of Azymuth’s eighties classic “Last Summer In Rio”, in tribute to the song’s composer, José Roberto Bertrami. Equally, “Samba Pro Mamao” is a new composition dedicated to Azymuth’s beloved original drummer, Ivan “Mamão” Conti.

Marca Passo releases on limited edition blue, red & black vinyl LP editions, CD and digitally on the 6th June 2025, via Far Out Recordings, supported by European and North American tours.

Azymuth - Andaraí

Azymuth - Arabutã

https://basementmembrane.bandcamp.com/album/good-morning-neighbours

Basement Membrane - 'Good Morning Neighbours (slowya.roll Version)'

Release Me!

Release Me! (Special Guest Dub)

ALL IN (feat. Rimarkable)

Ain’t For Me

Brazilian 7" singles (compactos) are often the source of hidden treasures. Those special obscure nuggets that tend to be overlooked and flicked past in shops and flea markets. Carlos Bivar's 'Amargo Amar' is one such find, nestled as a B2 on the end of a four-track 7" EP on Esquema Records from 1978. This seldom-seen slice of Brazilian sunshine is the second single taken from miche’s third With Love compilation on Mr Bongo.

The ZBETO EP is one of only two 7” singles that we are aware of, released by the pianist, singer, and songwriter Carlos Bivar. 'Amargo Amar' starts with the swagger of a ‘70s Blaxploitation soundtrack, transitioning into a loose Brazilian MPB-funk. Floaty keys, uplifting horns, and backing vocals elevate the energy, as Carlos' lyrics ride the groove. This song is a sheer delight and an example of the talented output of independent Brazilian musicians, as equally great and bold as their major label contemporaries.


Amargo Amar

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MPM Store (LP)
http://www.mpmmailorder.com/de/catalog/lp-7-mp3-lp-mp3/melodiesinfonie-be-thankful-lp

MPM Store (LP + 7“)
http://www.mpmmailorder.com/de/catalog/lp-7-mp3-lp-mp3/melodiesinfonie-be-thankful-0 (Limited to 500 pieces) 

Bandcamp (LP / Digi)
https://melodiesinfoniempm.bandcamp.com/

Cedits: Miles Bonny (Intro speaker)

Melodiesinfonie - The Beginning

Buy / Stream: BBEmusic.lnk.to/RasputinStashDevil
Following the runaway success of our recent vinyl reissue of rare classic 'Attitude, Belief & Determination' by Martin L. Dumas Jr, we are proud to present this highly sought after album from his former band Rasputin Stash. Originally released in 1974, 'The Devil Made Me Do It' is a collection of smokin' grooves, dance-floor funk joints and string-laden ballads, performed by some of Chicago's finest players.
Characterised by spellbinding vocal performances, playful lyrics, ultra tight rhythm sections and soaring strings, fans of Tower Of Power, Isaac Hayes, Curtis Mayfield & Donny Hathaway will revel in this forgotten classic from the golden era of soul-funk.

Devil Made Me Do It

Rasputin Stash - Devil Made Me Do It (Album Sampler)

Download, Stream, Whatever:  http://onehandedmusic.lnk.to/7b-f4

Vocals by Jonwayne 
Produced by Mo Kolours 
Melodica skilfully caressed by Mo Kolours
P&C 2016 One-Handed Music

Thanks to Jonwayne and Shane Sakanoi for making it happen.

Mo Kolours x Jonwayne - Tears, Sand & Thorns (Edit)

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Founded in 1996 by Peter Adarkwah, Barely Breaking Even (BBE Music) started life as a London club night, taking its name from the eponymous Disco record by the Universal Robot Band.

The label grew from the vibrant early 90's club scene with its first release, Stop & Listen compiled by Dr Bob Jones in 1996, opening the door to iconic series' such as All Back To Mine & Late Nite Tales.

A tonne of releases followed, ranging from Disco to Funk, Jazz to House. In the year 2000, the label celebrated Masters at Work's 10th Anniversary with a mighty box set that featured near 80 tracks.

A year later BBE Music spawned the Beat Generation Series of artist albums, notably introducing J Dilla (Welcome 2 Detroit) & a young Will.I.Am's first solo outing, alongside DJ Jazzy Jeff, Madlib & DJ Spinna, all of whom contributed to this seminal set of long players.

A quarter of a century and well over 500 titles later, having worked with Mark Ronson, Roy Ayers, Questlove, Hugh Masekela, DJ Premier, Dimitri from Paris, Joey Negro, Kon, RZA, Laurent Garnier, Black Coffee, DJ Shadow, David Rodigan and John Morales among many others, BBE Music looks to the future, celebrating its rich heritage while continuing to release a bounty of fresh titles.

The label’s most recent projects include an expansive reissue series from pioneering Nigerian label Tabansi, new imprint ‘Batakari’ in association with Boddhi Satva and the critically acclaimed ‘J Jazz’ Japanese Jazz multi-album project, not to mention the recent landmark 500th label release: a brand new version of 'Barely Breaking Even', featuring Leroy Burgess, Patrick Adams and Louie Vega.

In 2021 BBE Music is celebrating its 25th anniversary. To mark this milestone, the label is offering up some special projects, from the 20th Anniversary edition of J Dilla’s ‘Welcome 2 Detroit’, through David Bowie tribute album ‘Modern Love’, to a special new ‘Worldwide’ compilation from old friend Gilles Peterson. BBE Music will also be looking to the future with more exciting original artist projects, plus merch collaborations events and more...

Rasputin Stash - Devil Made Me Do It (Album Sampler)

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