Espen Horne - Bakeren / Rory's SunraysMukatsuku are long time friends with Norway's Espen Horne so it makes sense they have moved to issue a couple of instrumentals following on from the quickly sold out success of a limited 7" he dropped on Wah Wah 45's in late 2023. This 45 features an exclusive version of 'Bakeren' showcased on a Mukatsuku label profile special on Gilles Peterson's recent Worldwide show in January this year. On the flip is an instrumental version of 'Bergen Sunrays',

to the beautiful Glen Missick's gospel dancer "Message In Our Music"

working with various producers and amassing a large amount of material

The always adventurous Especial label is back on its world travels once more for another cultured EP

An array of musical touchpoints have fed into the album’s direct

back in 1985 was a true game changer bridging a multiplicity of scenes in the UK with its use of drum machines and synthesizers whilst maintaining that pure soul vibe

CZARFACE – Wu-Tang founding MC Inspectah Deck and veteran Boston duo 7L & Esoteraeroic – isn’t concerned with the glitz and the B

A strong beat dominates a unique energy through the mix along with a slightly nostalgic vibe

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Let the Moon Be a Planet unfolded from an invitation to connect between two New York-based musicians who admired each other’s work but had never intersected: guitarist and songwriter Steve Gunn

"Roadmaps" weaves a sonic tapestry

they’ve all already etched their names in the firmament