The Knock Knock b/w I Predict A Riot
Brighton-based 11-piece-funk-powerhouse The Impellers return with a hard-hitting double-sider. “The Knock Knock” is an authentic piece of heavy soul, spotlighting the gritty vocals of lead singer ‘Lady’ Clair Witcher, while the band busts loose on an instrumental take of the Kaiser Chiefs classic on the flip side, not available on any other format. A very apt 7inch to celebrate Mocambo Records’ forty five #30.
THE FUTURE IS HERE
Release date: 4.10.2011
After almost twenty 45s under various pseudonyms, their thrilling and hugely successful debut album with London based singer Gizelle Smith and a tour with concerts throughout Europe, Germany’s most prolific deep funk formation is ready to step further into the spotlight on their second longplayer.
The aptly titled THE FUTURE IS HERE sees the group explore new territories with features by hiphop legends Afrika Bambaataa and Charlie Funk, fresh French singer Caroline Lacaze and German rare groove queen Su Kramer, while manifesting their unique raw funk sound and refining their unmistakable instrumental style that has long gained international reputation.
Features old-style heavy cardboard sleeve, free of barcodes and weblinks and includes a coupon for free full quality AIFF download of the entire album.
Peter’s Fun – Gizzard Boogie b/w Toxic – Are You Gonna Go My Way
The Divetones are a 5 piece instrumental band from London. They sound like heavy horn honking, guitar wailing surf and swinging striptease rhythm & blues from the 50s. This four track EP was recorded live, mixed in a day at Gizzard Studios Hackney and has received support from Mark Lamarr (Gods Jukebox BBC Radio 2), Craig Charles (Funk & Soul Show BBC Radio 6).
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Zulu Walk b/w Zulu Walk Part 2
You would not have guessed this: The Mighty Mocambos team up with hip-hop legends Afrika Bambaataa and Charlie Funk for the heaviest collabo of 2011. Mocambo’s raw organic funk takes it “back to the roots where we started out” (as featured rapper King Kamonzi rightfully says) and along the way, leads funk into the future. The “Zulu Walk” shows the Mighty Mocambos as raw as they get and the Godfathers of Hip-Hop like you have never heard them before. Is this old school? Is this new school? It’s universal and it’s true. It’s the Mighty Mocambos and the mighty Zulu Nation together on one 45.
Flip side contains extended instrumental. Limited edition. Silver label and red sleeve.
Où Tu M’Emmènes b/w Toujours Lui
The Mighty Mocambos introduce CAROLINE, their new vocalist from France. “Où Tu M’Emmènes” and “Toujours Lui” see the Mocambos exploring new territory, sitting comfortably between French Beat, 60s Soul and their trademark funk. Caroline’s sultry vocals, the sunny vibe and the infamous Mocambo sound make an extraordinaire 45.
Set of two slipmatsHigh quality accessoire for the dedicated vinyl lover and any hip DJ! Designed by Mocambo’s art director & graphics expert Lasse Singelmann. Black on white, unique swirl layout.
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Party Chez Le Marquis b/w Kinky Regards
The first single for this young Swiss group, and what a debut! This retro-futuristic release is funky as hell, embodied and organic. Heavy grooves with a touch of psych/prog. Equipped with a monstrous organ, thunderous bass, spaced out flute and a drumsound that is worth every penny alone, K&KZ are now ready to destroy dancefloors worldwide.
Calling The Shots Part 1 b/w Calling The Shots Part 2
A new dancefloor bomb from the Mighty Mocambos! Opening with a killer bongo/cowbell drumbreak and turning into a frantic & brass-heavy anthem, this 45 leaves no doubt about who is “calling the shots” in the game. The flip side features a DJ-friendly 4min mix of the drums and percussions only.
Ananda The Great b/w Ballad Of The Bombay Sapphires
Sitar genius Paikan (from Toulouse, France) debuted with a superb EP on Jazzman records in 2008. On this exclusive Mocambo 45, he is backed on the first side by his group the Sadhus for a fiery slice of chasing sitar funk, while the flip side sees the Mighty Mocambos providing the background for a laid back and groovy piece of psychedelic soul in their trademark sound. Both tracks are highly recommended for rare groove afficionados that look for something unique in today’s deep funk scenario.
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Hold Fast (Junior Blender Reggae Mix) b/w Version
Gizelle’s “Hold Fast” gets the Reggae treatment. This uptempo rocksteady version is a winner for every dance. Features the instrumental version on the flip side.
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