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Videodrome, Cronenberg.
 
Mercury Rev - Tides Of The Moon
Today I woke up with this, it's been a while since I last listened to it.
 
Nihiloxica - Endongo

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Nihiloxica - Endongo (Uganda, 2017)

The Nihiloxica project arises from the meeting of a group of traditional Ugandan percussionists and Spooky-J and PQ, two young men from Leeds possessed by the techno rhythms generated by their analog synths. This project harnesses the full force of the ancient Bugandan drumming tradition of Uganda and focuses it on the contemporary dance floor through a dark lens of techno soundscapes. Their tribal rhythms and the trance they manage to create at each live performance are an intoxicating and hypnotic mix. Highly recommended.

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Meitei - Curio

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Meitei = 冥丁 - Curio = 骨董 (Japan 🇯🇵​ , 2018)

Meitei is a producer and composer from Hiroshima, Japan. His dreamy sound meanders through the realms of Japanese folklore and Ukiyo-E aesthetics. Ambient sounds, cracklings, field recordings, chants from distant epochs, and common voices create a potpourri of elements that blend incredibly well, immersed in atmospheres that straddle horror and phantasmagoria, all meticulously crafted with obsessive precision. Pitchfork named Kwaidan, the work from which the following track is taken, one of the best experimental albums of 2018.

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Acid Arab - Stil (feat Cem Yildiz) [CRAM272]

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Acid Arab - Stil (France/Turkey, 2016)

The powerful Parisian electronic music crew Acid Arab has enchanted festival and club audiences across Europe in recent years with their intoxicating blend of cutting-edge Western electronic music mixed with Eastern sounds and voices. Formed in 2012 by Parisian DJs Guido Minisky and Hervé Carvalho, Acid Arab has refined their style by collaborating with dozens of artists from across North Africa and the Middle East. Born in the transcultural melting pot that is Paris, their concept was to create a space for Arab culture in the world of contemporary electronic music. This fantastic track in collaboration with Turkish multi-instrumentalist composer Cem Yıldızcne is proof of that. It is loved and highly requested in my DJ sets.

Pump up the volume this is *عربي * sound!

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Ingrandisci questa immagine
For the 25th anniversary of Moon Safari, Air will perform the entire album live. How could I miss a concert tailor-made for me? More tickets in hand, my shoes getting more and more worn out, and my pockets getting emptier. But I'll die with a smile.
 
Jorge Ben - O Telefone Tocou Novamente

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Jorge Ben - O Telefone Tocou Novamente (Brazil, 1970)

There is very little to say about this masterpiece of Brazilian popular music or MPB, as the genre has been referred to for some time now. Força Bruta, the album from which it was taken, quickly became a commercial and critical success, establishing Ben as a leading artist of the tropicalist movement and a pioneer in a unique style, never before known, baptized as samba-rock. It was recorded with the band Trio Mocotó and released by Philips Records in September 1970. Conceived during a period of political tension in dictatorial Brazil, its title derives from the Portuguese term meaning "brute force," an ironic title for the decidedly relaxed mood of the album.

The album introduces an acoustic music based on a sweeter, more whimsical, and less elaborate samba compared to Ben's earlier works. Its lyrics generally explore themes of romantic passion, melancholy, and sensuality, with women holding a prominent place in his songs. For the first time, this work brings in elements of identity politics and postmodernism, with irony and a reinterpretation of established idioms.

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Ophélia - I Man Suffering (Saultone) 1978

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Ophélia Marie - I Man Suffering (Dominican Republic, 1978)

Ophelia's interpretation of "I Man Suffering" is an extraordinary cover. Originally released by the Gaylords Power Union in the mid-70s, this track was masterfully reimagined by Ophelia, the renowned singer from the Dominican Republic, in January 1978. Ophelia recorded her rendition in Paris, collaborating with exceptionally talented musicians like Exile One, and benefiting from the expert production skills of the legendary Gordon Henderson of Saultone Records. Through her performance, Ophelia infuses the song with renewed vitality, brilliantly showcasing her unique artistic style and impressive vocal abilities.

Over the years, "I Man Suffering" has garnered an underground following, captivating listeners in various corners of the world. Its allure and emotional depth have resonated deeply, making it a precious gem among music enthusiasts.

Ophelia is an iconic figure in the music world. Throughout her illustrious career, she has rightfully earned titles such as "The Lady of Dominican Song," "First Lady of Creole," and "the grande dame de la musique Antillaise," being the first Dominican singer to achieve international fame. Her music has transcended borders, enchanting listeners far and wide.

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Sven Wunder - Mosaic

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Sven Wunder - Mosaic (Sweden, 2022)

Adored by the global music critics, the eccentric Swedish artist Sven Wunder has extensively demonstrated (with already 5 LPs to his name) his endless artistic capabilities and the originality that sets him apart, starting with the use of unconventional instruments like the guzheng (also known as the Chinese zither) and the baroque harpsichord, all surrounded by brass drums and woodwinds played with indescribable mastery. His audience is vast and embraces enthusiasts of psych, prog, folk, and jazz, also gaining recognition from fans of instrumental hip hop.

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Lunar 7 - Spouge explosion (1976)

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Lunar 7 - Spouge explosion (Barbados, 1976)

Spouge is a musical style from Barbados. Popular throughout the Caribbean from the late '60s to the early '70s, it is characterized by melodies and rhythms influenced by reggae, calypso, and soca performed at a highly accelerated tempo. Many famous spouge songs were cover versions of American pop standards.

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Stan Ridgway – The Big Heat #eightyandsurroundings