Alex Kassian
Leave Your Life

The first compilation of works by British electronic pioneers MLO aka Peter Smith and Jon Tye. 12 stunning cuts of unreleased pieces, sketches and extended jams recorded between 1993-1995. The duo found themselves with unlimited access to incredible studios while hired to produce an Icelandic pop star’s record in the early ‘90s. Here, they explored their fascination with outer space via drones, sustained tones, calming tides, temple bells and soft voices with with flickering glimpses of percussion and drums that hinted at the possibilities of a dance floor. Not strictly ambient, rather the music rests temporarily within the boundaries between drum ‘n’ bass, library music, soundtracks and Techno.

13 huge tracks from the Nigerian electro-funk originator, a mystery man of epic proportions, and an elusive master of synth & good vibes. Name-checked by anybody & everybody, including Four Tet & Caribou. Essential stuff!

Belarus producer Fitzzgerlad delivers a heavy 5-track EP for the 6th physical disc on Planet Trip Records. A little something for everyone with the A side serving up two slices of Balearic niceness for your seaside, poolside or bath side retreat. The B side runs a mainline direct to the club with 3 cuts suitable for soundtracking dim-lit dancefloors or various after-hours activities relevant to your lifestyle choices. Strictly 300 copies and no represses. Get em while they're here!

Reissue of Strut's legendary 2001 3-disc compilation 'Nigeria 70', which set the benchmark for new labels archiving and releasing rare Afro-funk and Afro-jazz fusions. An essential exploration of the 1970s Lagos scene beyond Fela Kuti's work into deeply funky, soulful dance music. Check!

Prog-jazz masterclass from L.A bassist and frequent Sam Gendel collaborator Sam Wilkes. Synth-blasted, improv nu-jazz workouts in the spirit of Carlos Niño, Quincy Jones, Tortoise and Dilla. Tip!