‘Tell Dem It's Sunny’ is an introspective album, that explores elements of London artist Greentea Peng’s personality and lived experiences in a record that seamlessly weaves together an array of genres from Hip-Hop to Jazz, Neo-soul, Trip Hop, Ragga, Rock, Dub and Drum & Bass, all anchored by her signature sage vocals.

First single 'Tardis' is an excellent barometer of how far Greentea Peng's sound has come since 2021's brilliant 'Man Made' with a more serious, widescreen sound anchoring her inimitable flow and renewed lyrical focus. 'One Foot' takes the formula and moves effortlessly through 90's R&B, nu-soul and classic hip-hop before landing in a beautiful middle ground between downbeat and soul. 

A wonderful development from Greentea Peng, and a suite of songs that move together beautifully, no matter which way they're facing. 

STAFF COMMENTS

Barry says: A high-octane ride through classic hip-hop, 90's R&B with hefty elements of ambient and electronica woven through these intricate pieces, all topped with Wells' perfectly paced vocals and socially focused lyrics. A triumph, and a perfect follow up to her brilliant 'Man Made'.

TRACK LISTING

1. Bali Skit Part 1
2. TARDIS (hardest)
3. One Foot
4. Nowhere Man
5. Glory
6. My Neck - Greentea Peng Feat Wu-Lu
7. CREATE OR DESTROY 432
8. Green
9. Raw
10. Stones Throw
11. The End (Peace)
12. Whatcha Mean
13. I AM (Reborn)
14. Bali Skit Part 2

44th Move is the combined creative force of pianist & composer Alfa Mist, alongside drummer & producer Richard Spaven. As individuals, the duo have solidified their unrivalled reputations as world class Jazz talents, as exemplified by Alfa’s hugely influential albums such as ‘Antiphon’ & ‘Variables’ and Richard's legendary drum work with the likes of Flying Lotus and Goldie. Initially causing a stir back in 2020 when their joint project first emerged with their genre busting forays into Dance and Hip Hop. Moving into 2025, they now prepare to elevate the levels, and unleash their debut collaborative album ‘Anthem’ via trailblazing Bristolian label Black Acre.

Presenting their debut LP, the pair strive to continue the tradition of adopting a mindstate centred around research and development - pushing themselves to continually learn and grow, raising the bar and uplifting the art form. Launching with first single ‘The Move’, cascading chords elegantly pave the way for Detroit-based rapper Quelle Chris to take centre-stage and deliver purpose-driven lyrics, calling for grit and consistency through life’s challenges. Second single ‘Free Hit’ deploys a scattered junglist break, punctuated by mysterious chord progressions and an enticing, gradually unfurling brass section. Also featuring guest appearances from Bristol turntablist royalty Awkward, ‘Anthem’ moves seamlessly through diverse sonic terrains, the LP traverses Hip-Hop, Techno & DnB, whilst remaining firmly its Jazz-centric sensibilities. On the album’s creation, Richard Spaven says - "The essence of 44th Move is to take the traditional disciplines of live musicianship into electronic forms and compositions. Alfa and I have an aligned appetite to break new ground with every project we do and this is the core ethos of the album".A refined, shifting and accomplished album, it highlights the moment of magic waiting to happen when great minds meet.

TRACK LISTING

1. 10 Photos (Feat. Awkward)
2. Anthem
3. The Move (Feat. Quelle Chris)
4. Different Light
5. 2nd September 
6. Free Hit
7. Free Hit Outro
8. Second Wave 
9. Barrage

BusCrates is a Producer / Synthesist / DJ hailing from the Steel City -Pittsburgh, PA, blurring the lines between boogie funk and boom bap hip hop beats.

Returning to Bastard Jazz following two well loved albumsBlasting Off(2020) andControl Center(2023), BusCrates' increasingly popular Twitch channel streams live every Thursday and Friday night. A noteworthy resume production credits including Mac Miller, Wiz Khalifa, Curren$y, and Phonte & Eric Roberson. He's toured throughout the US playing with artists like RJD2, DJ Epik, J Rawls, Tall Black Guy and more. BusCrates counts big names such as Jazzy Jeff, Francois K, Dâm Funk, Rich Medina and Spinna as fans

TRACK LISTING

1. Altitude (feat. C. Scott)
2. For All Those (feat. T.R.A.C.)
3. The Prize (feat. Princess Nostalgia)
4. Gotta Get Back (feat. Lailah Reich)
5. Drift (feat. DJ Epik & Anda)
6. Starlight (feat. Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise)

'The Grind Date' is the sixth studio album by De La Soul, released in 2004. The album marked a significant return for the group after a hiatus since their previous album in 2001. 'The Grind Date' showcases De La Soul's signature blend of clever lyrics, innovative production, and a mix of playful and introspective themes. The album includes a plethora of exciting featured artists including MF Doom, Ghostface Killah, Flava Flav and Sean Paul.

TRACK LISTING

CD Tracklist:

CD1:
1. The Future
2.Verbal Clap
3. Much More (Feat. Yummy)
4. Shopping Bags (She Got From You)
5. The Grind Date
6. Church
7. Doo Good In Church (Skit) [previously Unreleased]
8. It’s Like That (Feat. Carl Thomas)
9. He Comes (Feat. Ghostface Killah)
10. Days Of Our Lives (Feat. Common)
11. Come On Down (Feat. Flavor Flav)
12. No (Feat. Butta Verses)
13. Rock Co.Kane Flow (Feat. MF DOOM)
14. Shoomp (Feat. Sean Paul)

CD2:
1. Bigger (Feat Choklate) [previously Unreleased]
2. Respect [previously Unreleased]
3. Verbal Clap (Instrumental)
4. Shopping Bags (She Got From You) (Instrumental)
5. The Grind Date (Instrumental)
6. Days Of Our Lives (Instrumental)

Vinyl Tracklist:
1. The Future
2. Verbal Clap
3. Much More (Feat. Yummy)
4. Shopping Bags (She Got From You)
5. The Grind Date
6. Church
7. It’s Like That (Feat. Carl Thomas)
8. He Comes (Feat. Ghostface Killah)
9. Days Of Our Lives (Feat. Common)
10. Come On Down (Feat. Flavor Flav)
11. No (Feat. Butta Verses)
12. Rock Co.Kane Flow (Feat. MF DOOM)
13. Shoomp (Feat. Sean Paul)
14. The Grind Date (Instrumental)
15. Verbal Clap (Instrumental)
16. Shopping Bags (Instrumental)
17. Days Of Our Loves (Instrumental)

'Let's Get Free' was the debut studio album by hip-hop duo Dead Prez, originally released in 2000. Critically acclaimed upon its release, 'Let's Get Free' was called a "return to politically conscious rap" and, "the most politically conscious rap since Public Enemy"; the duo's messages also earned them favorable comparisons with Brand Nubian, The Coup, Def Jef and X-Clan. The album's lyrics, performed in front of sparse beats are startlingly direct, militant, and confrontational. M-1 and stic.man excoriates the media, the music industry, politicians, and poverty, and urge their target audience to study socialism and ideas of black power. Rolling Stone gave the album four stars and lauded its equation of "classrooms with jail cells, the projects with killing fields and everything from water to television with conduits for brainwashing by the system".

TRACK LISTING

1. Wolves (Intro)
2. I'm A African
3. They School
4. Hip-Hop
5. Police State (feat. Chairman Omali Yeshitela)
6. Behind Enemy Lines
7. Assassination
8. Mind Sex
9. We Want Freedom
10. Be Healthy
11. Discipline
12. Psychology
13. Happiness
14. Animal In Man
15. You'll Find A Way
16. It's Bigger Than Hip-Hop (feat. Tahir And Peoples Army)
17. Propaganda
18. The Pistol (feat. Maintain Of Illegal Tendencies) (feat. Maintain Of Illegal Tendencies)

Adrian Younge Presents Something About April is quintessential sweet-soul from The Delfonics lead vocalist William Hart produced by Adrian Younge. From the very beginning, it was Younge’s intention to create an old-school Delfonics vibe but offer a very hip-hop-informed perspective. There are distinguishing musical elements that Delfonics fans will recognize, like the electric sitar guitar, the French horn, string arrangements, and the tympani. Recorded and mixed by Adrian Younge at Linear Labs, the preeminent analog studio of Los Angeles, CA.

TRACK LISTING

01. Stop And Look (And You Have Found Love)
02. Lost Without You
03. True Love
04. Silently
05. Enemies
06. To Be Your One
07. Stand Up
08. Just Love
09. So In Love With You
10. I Can’t Cry No More
11. Sirens
12. Party’s Over
13. Life Never Ends

In his label debut on Ghostly International, Brooklyn-born, South London-based artist Goya Gumbani redefines his recording project with rich, full-band arrangements, crossing London's new jazz generation with New York City's hip-hop storytelling legacy. Warlord of the Weejuns is a triumph of taste, heritage, and pride from one of rap music's most dexterous talents. Guests include Fatima, lojii, Seafood Sam, and Yaya Bey. London-based Swedish soul singer Fatima appears in two singles; first, there's "Firefly," a cosmic R&B groove that captures the rawness of a recent breakup. "Fatima came and just laid the hook, and I was like, damn, you're embodying how I'm feeling," says Goya, who built it out with contributions from Swarvy, Omari Jazz, Les Lockheart, and his Ghostly labelmate quickly, quickly.

TRACK LISTING

1. Weejuns (intro) Ft. Will Stowe
2. Beautiful BLACK
3. One Hand Washes The Other Ft. Lojii
4. Crossroad(s)
5. Negroni (Skit)
6. FireFly Ft. Fatima
7. Nothin’ To Say
8. UPtown Mami (Skit)
9. Manuva(s) Ft. Joe Armon-Jones
10. Driftin’ Interlude Ft. Pearl De Luna
11. Chase The Sunrise Ft. Yaya Bey, Lojii, Fatima
12. First Dates
13. Quiz Interlude Ft. Salimata
14. Lizards / Dancin' With The Devil Ft. Jaydon Clover & The Hotel
15. Mind, Body, Spirit Ft. Seafood Sam
16. FOREVER POOH

‘Something For Real’ is Kiefer’s first ever live album, performed by Kiefer and his trio, consisting of frequent collaborators Luke Titus and Pera Krstajic.

The performance was recorded in secret at an intimate Los Angeles show in April 2023, capturing a natural electricity between the three.

The live album includes one new song in title track ‘Something For Real’, along with originals from Kiefer’s catalogue and a stirring rendition of Bobby Hutcherson’s ‘Montara’.

Kiefer is a GRAMMY Award-winning artist who has produced, played and written for artists including Anderson .Paak and Drake.

Recently performed his own NPR Tiny Desk concert with his trio plus additional guest performers Nate Smith, Cartoons, Theo Croker and Charlie Hunter.

For fans of Theo Croker, Carrtoons, DOMi & JDBeck, Butcher Brown, Mndsgn, NxWorries, Yazmin Lacey, Braxton Cook, Kassa Overall, Dinner Party.ß

TRACK LISTING

1. Tubesocks
2. Montara
3. Introducing The Band
4. Fast One
5. Something For Real
6. Saying Thank Yous
7. Cute
8. Why Not?

Don Leisure has cemented his name as one of the most forward-thinking and experimental beatmakers & producers within the current musical ecosystem. As well as being 50% of Darkhouse Family (alongside Earl Jeffers) he has collaborated with the likes of Angel Bat Dawid, Gruff Rhys, DJ Spinna and First Word label-mates Amanda Whiting & Tyler Daley (Children of Zeus). Garnering serious support from Lauren Laverne, Tom Ravenscroft, Huw Stephens, Gilles Peterson, Huey Morgan, The Vinyl Factory, Clash, Uncut and many more. Following the release of ‘Cynnau Tân (feat. Carywyn Ellis)’ (which gained support across BBC Radio from Tom Ravenscroft, Zakia & Huw Stephens) Welsh beatmaker Don Leisure announces the release of a new album ‘Tyrchu Sain’) as he returns with a new single ‘Tyrchu’ due for release on 22nd January 2025. ‘Tyrchu’ features the soft-spoken vocal stylings of Gruff Rhys over a gently rolling, tape saturated and expertly chopped instrumental, creating (in Gruff’s own words) ‘Shiny new beat-treasures with ghostly reflections of Welsh pop’s past - skillfully dug from Sain Records’ deepest veins’.

A dedicated student of music, over the years, Don has amassed a vast encyclopaedic knowledge of music genres and subcultures, including a fascination with Welsh psychedelic folk music from the mid-20th century. This introduction was made by respected musician, producer & selector Andy Votel’s 2005 two-part compilation series ‘Welsh Rare Beat’ (in collaboration with Gruff Rhys and Don Thomas), comprising twenty-five tracks from Sain Records’ back catalogue. Now the oldest independent record label in Wales, Sain is a wildly influential bastion of home-grown Welsh talent, co-founded by Welsh-language folk singer Dafydd Iwan, whose music has seen a cultural resurgence in recent years with his 1983 song Yma o Hyd (We’re Still Here) becoming a huge anthem for Wales football fans. Set up in the Welsh capital, many of Sain’s early releases were recorded at Rockfield Studios in Monmouthshire, but in the early 1970s the record company moved to the Caernarfon area and opened their first recording studio in 1974 near Llandwrog. Announcing a huge digitisation project throughout 2024, Sain Records took on the mammoth task of painstakingly digitising their entire back catalogue spanning 55 years, working in partnership with the National Library of Wales the resulting archive then be submitted for to the National Library of Wales in Aberystwyth, preserving them for future generations to enjoy. Taking this period of rediscovery as an opportunity to reimagine their impressive inventory, Sain invited Don Leisure to dig into their musical treasure chest, creating a sprawling sonic tapestry from the dusty gems within. On this exhilarating excursion, Sain Records founder Dafydd Iwan explains: ‘Imagine someone gave you access to over 50 years of Welsh popular music – almost all of it unknown to you before. It would be a strange experience of discovery, an unknown territory which could baffle and excite. This happened to Jamal (Don Leisure) – and he was captivated by a world of music he barely knew existed, and when he was asked to distill the experience into one album, he immediately warmed to the idea. And this is the result – a kaleidoscope of sounds to encapsulate a half century of Welsh music. To call it unique would be superfluous: no-one could ever recreate this album. Listen, and enjoy.’.

The resulting product is ‘Tyrchu Sain' (translating to ‘Digging Sain’), a fearless and exploratory album, which sees Don put his signature unparalleled and unpredictable skills to work, weaving together moments of forgotten beauty into celestial and otherworldly compositions. The record features appearances by artists from Wales who have a similar obsession as Don Leisure in these classic Welsh rarities including Gruff Rhys, Carwyn Ellis, Earl Jeffers Amanda Whiting and Boy Azooga. A shimmering patchwork quilt of sound, ‘Tychru Sain’ traverses a shifting landscape of acid folk, eerie vocal melodies and interstellar soundscapes, propelled forth by crisp, head nod-inducing drums and grainy textures. Breathing new life into compositions lost to time, and paving a path for new listeners to discover the magic that lies within.

TRACK LISTING

1. Y Dechrau (feat. Boy Azooga, Jessy Allen, Earl Jeffers, Andy Brown & Amanda Whiting)
2. Chware Teg
3. Thema Osian
4. Tyrchu (feat. Gruff Rhys)
5. Dŵr Y Mynydd
6. Geiriau
7. Tynged
8. Trac Piano
9. Cynnau Tân (feat. Carwyn Ellis)
10. Anturiaethau Pellach Capten Idole
11. Pino Ar Y Bâs!! (feat. Darkhouse Family)
12. Brân Swît
13. Thema Nia (Ahmed)
14. Sidan Torri
15. Erlid Y Ddraig
16. Dwyrain Cymru
17. Un I Dewi (feat. Andy Brown)
18. Maen Llia
19. Tad A Mab (feat. Dafydd Brynmor Davies)
20. Diolch A Nos Da (feat. Dafydd Iwan)