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45-1034 :: THE GREAT REVIVERS

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45-1034webReaction Psychotique – Same Old Story  b/w Drunken Master – What A Day!

Mocambo Records’ funk journey around the world continues – next stop is St. Petersburg, Russia. The Great Revivers deliver a sharp mod funk sound, created on authentic instruments from the days of the iron curtain such as the East-German-made Vermona organ. Their debut EP contains four groovy, library-inspired instrumentals with a rhythm aimed at the dancefloor – recorded the old school way with a modern and universal mindset. Limited edition featuring St. Petersburg skyline on label.

 

MLP 1007 :: CAROLINE LACAZE

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MOC-Caroline_LP-cover_05.inddEN ROUTE

Release date: 22.4.2013

‘En Route’ is the stunning debut album of young soulful French chanteuse Caroline Lacaze!
The mixture on “En Route” is eclectic: nonchalant 60s beat, mysterious psych-pop, raucous funk and longing French chanson, all combined and held together with the energetic raw soul sound and the skillful ‘mise-en-scene’ by the Mocambo Electric Sound Orchestra.
Whether the mood is uplifting (“En Route Madame”), mysteriously sexy (“Minutes D’Insousciance”), melancholic (“Ici”), joyful (“Laisse Tomber”), sombre (“Je Reste”) or a shift up a gear from mere retro with a hot-rodded take on the Serge-Gainsbourg-penned Brigitte-Bardot-classic “Harley Davidson” from the swinging 60s, Caroline sings it with passion, energy and sincerity that is rarely heard of today.
Caroline Lacaze’s songs capture all the facets of an exciting voyage, the joy and pain of being away from home, leaping straight forward – with an occasional look in the rear-view mirror.

“The mixture of French singing and raw soul really works by gad. A match made in heaven.”
Emrys Baird, Blues & Soul Magazine, UK

“What a lovely piece of funk magic – that’s how soul in 2013 should sound like. Cool, powerful and with a twist.” Michael Arens, Soultrainonline, Germany

 “The French vocals provide a refreshing perspective and a nice touch…super-impressive backing” Imran Mirza, The Blue-in-Green-Blog

“A talent that is undeniable”
Colorising, Colorising.com Blog

“The French language vocals give it a feel unlike most new funk we’ve heard lately. Caroline’s got a greatly soulful voice”
Dusty Groove, Chicago, USA

“Caroline Lacaze records French retro soul that’s crunchy, deep, funky and growingly addictive!”
Julien Lakshmanan, Paris DJs

“Super cool release from the Mocambo lads. Loving their trademark heavy heavy grooves nicely topped with those so slinky tones from the French talent that is Caroline Lacaze.”
Craig Charles Funk & Soul Show, BBC 6MUSIC

“Funk? Soul? Mod? Hard to categorize, but simply amazing what Miss Lacaze and the Mocambos deliver with `En Route´.”
Tobias Kirmayer, Tramp Records

“Solid french pop with an attitude – made in Germany! Caroline Lacaze’s voice switches easy from heavy sixties-tingend psyche soul to uptempo yéyé sound. Backed by the Mocambos under their new moniker Mocambo Electric Sound Orchestra nothing can go wrong. Their sample-friendly pounding drumsound is pure delight! Love it!”
Oliver Korthals, Mojo Club

Tramp Records (Germany) :: TR 1033 :: THE MIGHTY MOCAMBOS with CAROLINE LACAZE

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tr1033_pressPhysique b/w A Brighter Darkness

The title ‘Physique’ featuring French soul singer Caroline Lacaze was one of the stand-out tunes of the Mighty Mocambos album ‘The Future Is Here’ and a primetime club favourite for the Tramp Records crew. It was only a matter of time when this gem of French Funk would see the light as a 45 release. We gladly gave Tobias Kirmayer permission to release it on his exquisite label. On the flipside is the sinister downtempo soul instrumental ‘A Brighter Darkness’, also from the album ‘The Future is Here’, making this the 5th (!) and final 7″ release off the album. Both tracks come remastered for this 45.

45-1033 :: CAROLINE LACAZE & THE MOCAMBO ELECTRIC SOUND ORCHESTRA

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45-1033L’Étrange  b/w instrumental

Young French singer Caroline Lacaze – who debuted on the Mighty Mocambos’ album “The Future is Here” and became a regular feature on the subsequent tour throughout Europe – now steps further into the spotlight with an adventurous new 45 of her own. ‘L’Étrange’ effortlessly blends raw soul with captivating French vocals, heavy funk drums and a mystic psychedelic vibe. Features an extended instrumental on the flip side.



MLP 1006 :: THE IMPELLERS

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Release date: 30.4.2012 SOLD OUT!

Mocambo records is very proud to present the original vinyl edition of long-anticipated second album by THE IMPELLERS ‘This Is Not A Drill’. The Impellers are a 10-piece heavy soul and funk powerhouse with strong original material. This new album brings together influences including heavy soul, deep funk, latin and afrobeats, hip hop production, all topped by the gritty vocals of lead singer ‘Lady’ Clair Witcher.

The Impellers first full album “Robot Legs” was released on UK independent label Freestyle Records and featured a guest appearance from DJ and latin percussion legend Snowboy. Since its release in 2009, the band have been busy touring across the UK, Netherlands, Spain, France and elsewhere. They have shared stages with some of the finest funk, soul, hip-hop, jazz and scratch DJ talent from around the world.

The vinyl edition of the LP features a heavy old-style cardboard sleeve (free of barcodes and weblinks) and includes a download code for the entire album in full AIFF quality, plus bonus tracks such as funk re-version of the instantly recognisable “That’s Not My Name” by The Ting Tings.

This is NOT a drill – This is 100% REAL!

45-1032 :: GIZELLE SMITH

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45-1032-webJonny – Part 1 b/w Jonny – Part 2

Gizelle Smith reveals a first sample of her newly recorded solo material. ‘Jonny’ showcases her unique voice and her eccentric songwriting style that make her one of the few relevant soul singers of today. The 45 is available for sale in very limited quantities as most of the edition is for DJ use only. Comes in authentic brown paper sleeve, with DJ-friendly vocal version and instrumental edit.

Big Single (France) :: BIGS1015 :: THE DYNAMICS

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money_dnmx_01For The Love Of Money (Mocambo Tropical Re-Version)

This maxi single features a Mocambo remix of the Dynamics’ cover of the well-known O’Jays’ tune. Recorded live in true tropical style with steel pans (American: steel drums), the funk classic gets a complete Caribbean make-over. The result is a sinister piece of steel funk calypso that would not sound out of place in a dancehall selection. It’s Mocambo’s first appearance on a 12″ single and their first “remix” for another artist.

45-1031 :: THE GRITS

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45-1031-webStrychnine b/w (I’d Walk A) Funky Mile

The Grits have been busy for years playing their raw and greasy funk and releasing some of the dopest 45s on labels like Music With Soul, Freestyle & Tropicalia in Furs. Here they come with a new psychedelic /garage edge and some blue-eyed soul vocal delights. “Strychnine” is a funked-up cover of The Sonics’ proto-punk tune that sounds as if the Meters would jam with Dusty Springfield. The flip side “Funky Mile” is a spaced out original and even further beyond all usual categories of funk music.

Favorite (France) :: FVR066 :: THE MIGHTY MOCAMBOS with AFRIKA BAMBAATAA, CHARLIE FUNK & KING KAMONZI

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fav066Battle Part 1 b/w Battle Part 2

The future is here! The Mighty Mocambos team up with Afrika Bambaataa, Charlie Funk & King Kamonzi for a modern b-boy anthem. The Mocambo sound catches the vibe of NY blockparties, with a punch designed for the needs of today’s fly guys and girls. The songs has been battle-proven at b-boy championships around the world and is a true dedication to universal hip-hop and funk culture. You don’t really wanna “BATTLE” with this! The flip side contains an exclusive instrumental version that is unavailable elsewhere than on this 45.