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Kings Of Tomorrow - Take Me Back ( Sandy Riveras Mix DRM )

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 - Arabutã

JisCo DaZz - Slap That Bass [Get Down Edits Remix]

Get Down Edits founder Darren 'Dazz' Dalton dons his solo Jisco Dazz alias for a fine outing on his own imprint. He's in sample-rich original production mode on 'Slap That Bass', adding Wurtlitzer style organ licks, jaunty pianos, dreamy chords and eyes-closed female vocal samples to a weighty bassline and smooth deep house bass. The accompanying remix package is pleasingly solid too. Dalton's Get Down Edits project delivers a more low-slung, funk-fuelled house revision that makes more of the killer bassline and vocal samples, before Noden slaps down (sorry) a rolling dub disco-meets-deep house rework and Stephen Richards gives the track a sunnier and more soulful garage-house feel.

Slap That Bass

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JisCo DaZz - Slap That Bass [Get Down Edits Remix]

No Use (Eric Hilton - Trust A Thief Remix)

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Cody Currie returns with a new EP! 
Imagine Jamiroquai jamming with Masters at Work and Todd Terje, this one’s got that vibe! The London-based soul talent delivers four fresh tracks for Toy Tonics. 
Having been with the label for over five years, Cody continues to evolve as a multi-instrumentalist and top-tier producer. 
The new EP blends live instrumentation— bass, guitar, and keyboard - with cutting-edge grooves made for the dance floors of 2025.

Released 14.07.25

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Cody Currie - Rent Free

Introducing today a very special episode by FYI Chris and friends, but first, let's hear what they have to say:

"We have a b5b for you recorded live earlier this year at the legendary Sneaky Pete’s in Edinburgh for the equally notorious Souljam party. It’s always a total pleasure playing with the crew in Edinburgh, we’ve been linking up for parties for the Lionoil crew for years now and they are definitely extended family, this night was a big one. It’s us b2b Medlar b2b Percy Main b2b Tuesday Gonzalez. Going through some of our sleaziest and steamiest tunes for those hot days and sweatier nights. Boogie, proto house, electro, UK dubby biz. Some peak Maceo’s vibes throughout. shotgun a buzzball and smoke 'em if u got 'em! Much love to Madrid and love to SOULMEEX!"

FYI Chris - aka Chris Watson and Chris Coupe - are a dynamic London-based electronic duo blending dusty house, broken rhythms, post-punk textures, and genre-fluid club sounds. Hailing from Northern England, they forged their partnership in South London’s underground scene through Rye Wax-where Coupe co-founded the space and Watson worked behind the counter.

Known for a playful, jam-based production style rooted in MPC sessions and synth explorations, FYI Chris have released on labels like Black Acre, Toy Tonics or Rhythm Section, and run their own imprint, West Friends. Standout releases include Black Dragon Loop and the acclaimed LP Earth Scum, a sci-fi-tinged, community-driven project featuring MC Pinty and Simeon Jones.

Beyond production, they’re tastemaking DJs with global gigs and regular radio shows on Balamii and NTS. With deep ties to South London’s creative circles, FYI Chris continue to push boundaries while keeping a playful, spontaneous spirit at the heart of their music.

More at https://soundcloud.com/fyichris

FYI Chris & Friends - SOULMEEX DECKS 156

This week we stop back off in Patagonia, Argentina as the brilliant Maxi Cayon guides us through his latest selections of house and deep for his second instalment on our Disc Break Radio show.

Maxi tries to create a blend of his main influences like Jazz, Funk, Soul, Hip Hop, Afro, Disco and House in his mixes which are all expertly mixed together in this one.

More from him here --->

Soundcloud - @maxicayondj
Instagram - www.instagram.com/maxi.cayon/

Look Busy RhythmCast 223 - Maxi Cayon

“Holy Moly mix”

Compiled by Dos Hombres
Length: 108 mins

JULY 31, 2025

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A killer new genre hopping selection landed this week, courtesy of Dos Hombres, the latest project from Secret Soul Society's Cal Gibson and Discoholic Ken

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Tracklist:

Pops Neon feat Esme - Dance Too Much (SSS Remix)
SSS - C Don’t Say Much
Nail - See A Day (Yarni Remix)
João Silva - Fantastic Bahia
Kabinett - Volatile Love (Prins Thomas Mix)
Ze Ibarra - Essa Confusao
Mr Beatnick - Katamaran
Lexx - Ode to Mode
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Rick Asikpo - Let’s Get High
Dim Zach - Beat Skinny Lights (Discoholic Ken’s Baleaeric Re-Fix)
Sauco - Barbate
The Emperor Machine - Island Boogie (Dub Version) (Leng Records)
Fuga Ronto - Greatest Treasure (Original Mix)
JIM - Still River Flow (Vicious Charm Recordings)
Gallo (Berlin) - Life On Preset (Hell Yeah)
Daniel Garibaldi - Don’t Be Fooled (Busy Busy Busy Remix)
Dos Hombres - Oleta Goes To The Islands (Discoholics Anonymous)
Rudy’s Midnight Machine - Mistral (Faze Action Records)
Late Knight - Big Daddy Kane - 2 Da Good Tymz (Late Knight Re-funk)
Mac Would Fleet - Smile At You (Balearic Dub) (Chuggin Edits) v3
Lorenz Rhode - One in a Million (Instrumental)
Kamp! - Cairo (Original Mix)

Mix 018: Dos Hombres Holy Moly mix

Ruby Rushton return with cinematic new single “Walk to Regio's”, the lead single from the London UK jazz quartet’s highly anticipated 'Legacy!' album on 22a Records.

As a bandleader, flautist, saxophonist, producer, DJ and label boss, Tenderlonious has earned his polymath stripes. On "Walk to Regio's", Ed takes inspiration from multi-talented legend Isaac Hayes, in particular his ‘Shaft’ soundtrack. 

“I’ve always been obsessed with film music and it’s played a key role in my approach to composition. Issac Hayes’s ‘Shaft’ soundtrack is one of my favourites and has had a big influence on my music over the years. “Walk to Regio’s” is my salute to Issac Hayes and is a nod to one of the coolest films ever made!”

Ruby Rushton trade the hustle and bustle of 1970s Harlem for the restless, ever-shifting energy of contemporary South London. A hypnotic piano motif sets the tone, locking into a deep groove laced with crisp horns and percussive layers. The rhythm section stays tight and purposeful, giving space for quick bursts of improvisation - each solo a snapshot of raw, soulful musicianship. It all circles back to that familiar refrain, closing with a flourish that feels both grounded and soaring.

'Legacy!' marks the fifth full length outing from the Ed ‘Tenderlonious’ Cawthorne led group who helped pave the way for the recent wave of jazz that has ignited the capital and enchanted the world. 

“Walk to Regio's” is released across all digital platforms on 31st July and you can pre-order ‘Legacy!’ on LP / CD / download on this day as well.

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Exclusive Premiere: Ruby Rushton "Walk to Regio's" (22a Records)

I made this edit for my DJ sets! PEACE to the world!!!

Get Down Everybody /World Peace (delfonic edit)

✨A journey through overlooked corners of French Disco & Boogie from the French late '70s and ’80s scene. 🥖🍷
Expect smooth synths, deep basslines, and the unmistakable charm of an era when the groove came first. Sourced entirely from 7 inches vinyls, so far these tracks aren’t on Spotify or Apple Music. 
No reissues, no big names - except one, try to figure out ;) - just pure sound for those who love discovering music off the beaten path. Press play and and get lost in the sound.  🎶🪩🔥

French Disco Boogie Only 45 RPM Rarities

Remember Whatchu Like

Remember Whatchu Like (BVP Drum God Slaps)

Right Here Right Now

Right Here Right Now (Deep Mix)

Ken@Work - Mount Up (Original Mix)
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Ken@Work - Mount Up (Original Mix)

The first single to be taken from СОЮЗ (SOYUZ)'s enthralling fourth album KROK, sees the release of the emotive and personal title track. “Krok” means “step” in Belarusian - and for Alex Chumak and his band this word comes with a lot of meaning. It’s a theme running throughout the album, reflecting the journeys the band has navigated in recent years. 
 
In early 2022, Chumak and original members, Mikita Arlou and Anton Nemahai, joined tens of thousands of Belarusians seeking safety from the political unrest in their homeland and the outbreak of war in Ukraine. Resettling in Warsaw, the band released Force of the Wind in October 2022, garnering widespread acclaim, a string of major European gigs, and led to Polish musicians Albert Karch and Igor Wiśniewski joining the band.
 
Embracing the uncertainty became both the inspiration and main lyrical theme for Alex Chumak, SOYUZ’ composer and arranger. ‘Krok’ was one of the initial songs written for the new album and was the first to feature lyrics. It paved the way for Chumak to find the new poetic language on the record - for the first time in his native Belarusian language. Chumak demoed the song whilst he was still in Minsk in early 2022, and then, as he and his band moved to Poland, he continued developing it. In September 2024, together with other songs, Alex took it on a trip to São Paulo, where he recorded it with the help of his longtime friend and collaborator Sessa and extraordinary musicians Biel Basile and Marcelo Cabral.
 
It is a song about transition and migration, in which this act is poetically reduced to “a step” – into the unknown and unexplored. While singing about it, Chumak also makes a step forward musically. He delivers his very atypical view on samba, which doesn’t pretend to sound Brazilian. A strict yet loose rhythm section is covered with layers of tense acoustic guitars, aleatoric piano lines, and a lush yet restrained arrangement for strings and flutes.
 
This ethereal opening track is taster of the magic to come from СОЮЗ (SOYUZ) new career-defining album.


Крок / Krok

Serving up some feel-good Disco House to fire up the WMC dance floors and beyond are The Lewis Project with their stellar replay of the Teddy Pendergrass soulful classic 'The More I Get, The More I Want'. This high class cover comes with lush sweeping strings and sparkling beats, armed with a potent soul-brother vocal from band leader Vernon Lewis. The release marks the debut for The Sheffield (UK) based collective on Galleria Records, who came together after touring the world working alongside the likes of Jocelyn Brown, Soul II Soul, Jackie Graham, Edwin Starr and Trickster, to name a few. Also on the package, Galleria label boss Sandy Turnbull crafts a smooth and seductive slice of disco dynamite.. HOT!

Early supporters include Josh Milan, DJ Meme, Jazzie B, Richard Earnshaw, Mark Doyle, CJ Mackintosh, Soulmagic, DJ Yass, Shane D, Andy Ward, Hippie Torrales, Terry Jones and many more!
Out Now exclusively at traxsource.com
http://www.traxsource.com/title/211879/the-more-i-get-the-more-i-want

The Lewis Project - The More I Get, The More I Want (preview)

Jazzanova is many things to many different people. For more than fifteen years the eclectic collective from Berlin has been busy producing, composing, arranging, remixing, DJing and generally shaping our musical world – in the clubs, on the air, in the studio, live on stage, and with their label Sonar Kollektiv.
bookings for dj sets and live-shows: booking@best-works.com

No Use (Eric Hilton - Trust A Thief Remix)

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