Future Classic: Anthonius Feat. Sibusile Xaba “Goshinboku”
Spanish producer and multi-instrumentalist, Anthonius, collaborates with acclaimed South African artist Sibusile Xaba on new mini-album ‘GOSHINBOKU’, absorbing influences from 80s Afro boogie and Afro disco, to Cuban son to create a captivating listen, worthy of our Future Classics column. Out now on Tokonoma Records. GOSHINBOKU follows Anthonius previous release, …
Exclusive Premiere: Sababa 5 (feat Shiran Tzfira) “Ya Hizal – ياهزلي”
Middle Eastern psychedelic groove outfit Sababa 5 collaborate with impressive new vocalist Shiran Tzfira on disco ready “Ya Hizal – ياهزلي”. On ‘Rail’, Sababa 5 sharpen their euphoric Middle Eastern psych sound into an infectious four-track EP, in collaboration with vocal revelation Shiran Tzfira, recorded here for the very first …
Exclusive Premiere: Souleance “Guili”
Ahead of its release at the end of the week on the mighty First Word Records, MIMS is excited to share “Guili”, an undeniably bodymoving disco funk bomb by Paris/Caen based duo DJ Soulist & Fulgeance. French slang for “tickle”, ‘GUILI’ is an epic disco-funk piece inspired by the likes …
Exclusive Premiere: Şatellites “Disko Arabesque”
One of our favourite Middle Eastern psych outfits, The Şatellites, return with an irresistible mid-tempo groove ahead of their much anticipated debut album. Self described as a “musical laboratory” lost somewhere between the mysterious alleys of 70’s Istanbul and the scorching sun and crystal blue sea of Jaffa-Tel Aviv, the …
Anushka “Bad Weather” (STR4TA Remix)
Out today, “Bad Weather (STR4TA Remix)” is the latest release from future soul and electronic duo Anushka. Transforming the track with their iconic Brit-funk style, Gilles Peterson and Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick AKA STR4TA immerse Anushka’s vocals in a dancefloor groove tinged with explorative electronic melodies and lively instrumentation. According to …
Exclusive Premiere: Liam de Bruin “Lavender”
One-to-watch, Liam de Bruin steps back up to the Heard and Felt plate with the irresistible live house grooves of “Lavender”. Since the release of modern disco jazz funk number “Friday Evening” on Heard and Felt we’ve impatiently waited for more from this exciting musician and producer. Finally, under the …
Exclusive Premiere: Tommy Rawson “Illusions”
Stoked to share this brilliant modern boogie number by Tommy Rawson from Bristol-based label Bergerac, helmed by Red Rack’em. The whole EP, out this week, is killer. The label have a heart-warming story behind it, which you can read below! “It’s nothing short of a miracle that the A side …
Exclusive Premiere: Casbah 73 “In The Dark”
We are excited to premiere the disco sounds of Casbah 73’s irresistible paeon to human contact, “In The Dark”, featuring the incredible vocals of Angela Gooden. “I cannot wait to be with you all in the dark once again, rediscovering lost senses. Turn off the lights!” sings Angela Gooden, over …
Exclusive Premiere: Kozmodrum “Povratak na Parni Pogon”
Kozmodrum, Croatian organic dance music pioneers, release their long-awaited third album, self-titled ‘Kozmodrum; on Rika Muzika on June 25th. Today we premiere the organic psychedelic disco funk meets synth bass sounds of opening song, “Povratak na Parni Pogon”. While offering snippets of undefinable, futuristic aspirations, the evolving, musical themes across …
Exclusive Premiere: YĪN YĪN “Goultili Bye Bye”
Our premiere today comes from Dutch explorers of South East Asian psych pop, funk, disco grooves and electronic music, YĪN YĪN, and Geneva-based record label and store, Bongo Joe. Taken from Bongo Joe’s forthcoming compilation, FUTUR ANTÉRIEUR. 19 brand new tracks, created by Bongo Joe’s contemporary artist community, who provide …
Exclusive Premiere: João Selva “Cadê Você”
We are excited to premiere this funky serving of Brazilian boogie from Paris-based Rio raised João Selva. Produced by prolific French producer Patchworks. “Cadê Você” won us over with it’s addictive melody and Brazilian jazz funk vibe recalling Marcos Valle’s most popular hits. The upbeat sound masks the less confident …
Exclusive Premiere: Daniel Grau “Legado”
MIMS is excited to share a fantastic slice of cosmic disco from the late Venezuelan musical legend, Daniel Grau. Multi-instrumentalist, recording engineer, producer, composter and arranger, born in Caracas in 1948, Grau created a unique fusion of styles, from pop-rock, jazz and instrumental folk to funk and disco, that continued …