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"Endless" is a journey through cosmic soundscapes, where jazz-funk, early electronics, and ambient experimentation meet. Carefully curated by Charles Maurice from his personal collection, this compilation brings together 10 rare recordings from 1969 to 1985, revealing an era of fearless creativity and sonic exploration.

Marking 10 years since Charles Maurice’s first compilation in 2015, "Endless" also celebrates a milestone - his 13th release in a decade of unearthing rare and beautiful music from forgotten archives.

From Beaver & Krause and their pioneering Moog experiments to the lush electronic symphonies of Jean-Claude Petit, the dreamy synth work of Ector Davis, and the cinematic beauty of Bernard Larquet, each track opens a window into a different musical galaxy.

Highlights include Patrick Marcel’s privately pressed 1985 recording “Bagnols”, an atmospheric fusion of ambient textures and ECM-inspired jazz, and Wlodek Gulgowski’s Scandinavian jazz-funk masterpiece that bridges groove and cosmic elegance.

Unearthed from obscurity, "Endless - Universal Cosmic Sounds" celebrates a timeless vision of music without boundaries - a rediscovery of the rare, the beautiful, and the endlessly imaginative.

TRACK LISTING

A1. Paul Beaver And Bernard L. Krause - As I Hear It
A2. Edwin Hawkins - (Reprise) You Gave Your All
A3. Patrick Marcel - Bagnols
A4. Bernard Larquet - Océan
A5. François Bréant - 8 Août, 0h15, 125ème Rue

B1. Gamma - Endless
B2. Ector Davis - Fountain In Love
B3. Jean-Claude Petit - The Age Of The Breaking Down
B4. Third Eye - Bloodstream
B5. Wlodek Guldowski - Love Is Back

Aldorande  is a band of five groove adventurers, led by their founder and captain Virgile Raffaëlli, who are pushing the boundaries of music with boundless passion and unparalleled instrumental mastery. After two critically acclaimed albums, the group returns with "Trois", the final chapter of their cosmic trilogy, recorded on tape at a prestigious Parisian studio.

"Trois" is an epic album, driven by bold instrumental explorations and waves of celestial choirs. Drawing inspiration from the 70s fusion movement, it honors the genre’s masters while adding a unique, contemporary twist. The galactic textures and sophisticated arrangements transport the listener on an unforgettable astral journey.

Once again, Favorite Recordings has poured its heart and soul into this album. Every note, every arrangement has been meticulously crafted to capture the essence of that era, with a relentless drive to ensure that every step of production and recording stays as true as possible to the genre’s iconic references.

On drums, Mathieu Edouard lays down a killer groove that leaves no one indifferent. Florian Pellissier, on keyboards, unfolds an interstellar sound palette with a spectacular collection of instruments: Fender Rhodes, Yamaha CP-70B, Moog Minimoog Model D, Sequential Prophet 5, ARP Solina String Ensemble, Roland Juno 106, Roland Jupiter 8, and Oberheim OB-8. On percussion, Erwan Loeffel scatters a jungle of intoxicating rhythms. Laurent Guillet, on guitar, fires off hypnotic, irresistible riffs, while Virgile Raffaëlli, on bass, anchors the entire experience with deep, melodic bass lines that give the band a captivating and unique dimension.

Get ready to take off with Aldorande  and their album "Trois", which promises to take you beyond the stars.

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Frenetic jazz-funk from this French collective who've more than a casual penchant for old school synthesizers. Alongside the electronics, the instrument playing is second-to-none; making this a heady brew of modern grooves delivered by the good folks at Favourite.

TRACK LISTING

A1.Alderaan Overture
A2.Gulf Of Mexico
A3.Opium Des Nuits
A4.Cosmic Boy
A5.Swingers On The Moons

B1.Sweet Spot
B2.Riviera Serenade
B3.Back To Mother Earth
B4.City High
B5.Carnaval Ao Sol (para Airto)

Magic Source

Voodoo Ray / Interplanetary Bounce

Magic Source is back with an exclusive 2 tracks single filled with their special rootsy cosmic funky touch.

Led by producer & notorious tape operator Björn Wagner (of Mighty Mocambos, Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band and Mocambo Records), the group follows up to the release of their 2nd LP last year, "Voyage Spectral". This time again, the German band dives into the tropical and international aspects of disco and funk music, always using 100% organic production and recordings material.

On this two track single, you’ll first find blazing and unexpected covers of “Voodoo Ray”, the classic acid-house track by A Guy Called Gerald, with special vocals by Mounam & Gizelle Smith. Following up to this already dancefloor classic, comes “Interplanetary Bounce”, a new and exclusive composition from the band also tailored to make you move, with its boogie touch and heavy breaks. Unmissable! 

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Taking cues from Psychederek's cover of "Pacific State", we get another Manchester acid house anthem given a jazz-funk twist.

TRACK LISTING

A. Voodoo Ray
B. Interplanetary Bounce

Magic Source

Riviera Drive / Genius Of Love

New 12" from Magic Source. The all-star group around producer Björn Wagner (known also for his cosmic and tropical-flavoured disco music as Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band and The Mighty Mocambos) creates here a hypnotic four-on-the-floor sound that is both earthy and spaced out and all their own.

Recorded on 16 track analogue tape with inexpensive vintage gear, the crew explores the more unusual facets of disco music off the beaten track in favour of more otherwordly and international stylings. In their music, one could hear echoes from lost tropical disco records, cinematic flavors from library soundtracks and a healthy dose of DIY garage funk rawness.

On A side, "Riviera Drive" is an extended Mediterranean disco groove based on hypnotic percussions and soulful horn themes that alternate with trippy keyboard excursions. The tune is equally at ease on the dancefloor as in a chill-out zone, but of course, prefers to be in its natural habitat in a classic car somewhere between Nice and Monaco.

On the flip, Tom Tom Club's "Genius Of Love" is reimagined as a jazzy yacht soul instrumental with an echoed flute taking the lead. You'll also find a shorter radio edit of "Rivieria Drive".

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: No sooner has the dust settled on Brazilian Disco Boogie and favourite are at it again: bringing us the freshest heat for our all night tropical discotheque! A slow smoochy cover of "Talking Heads" for the lovers and a quick-stepping disco jam for the dancers! Yippeee!

TRACK LISTING

Riviera Drive (Extended Version)
Genius Of Love
Riviera Drive (Radio Edit)

Various Artists

Brazilian Disco Boogie Sounds: Extended 12 Inch Versions

More extended edits from the Brazilian disco archives as Nick The Record, Charles Maurice and Waxist all look to eke out even more joy from these jubilant branches of Brazilian dance music.

"Relax" is soft, grooving disco; delicate yet subtle driving and perfectly typifying that iconic 'Loft' sound (complete with uplifting key changes and perc sections). It's the very essence of disco executed with Brazilian flair.

Rabo De Saia's "Ripa Na Xulipa" is pure feel good boogie vibes. I just wish I knew what they were chirping on about! It sounds fun whatever it is and the language barrier certainly won't prevent you from shaking a tail feather or two to this one!

NTR tames Famks' "Labirinto" into a sultry Sunday session jam. Mid energy, heavily grooving and with that warmth and sentiment you need towards the end of the weekend.

Unmissable stuff here from Favourite and team - highly recommended. 


STAFF COMMENTS

Paul says: This one went straight in my bag! I love Brazilian disco, but in the hands of these sterling remixers, it gets taken to even higher levels!

TRACK LISTING

Side 1
1. Painel De Controle - Relax (extended Waxist Version) (5:54)
Side 2
1. Rabo De Saia - Ripa Na Xulipa (Charles Maurice Extended Version) (5:28)
2. Famks - Labirinto (Nick The Record Extended Version) (6:17)


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