A very fun and unique release here by Belgium Caribbean musical partners. They tackle current social issues like racism, sexism, and more all with a flair and playfulness.  Activism aside, these are just great dance tracks and it will make you think and maybe laugh at the absurdity of humans. Try: Blenda, Ceci n’est pas […]

Everything this label puts out is always hot! This is Tropical Bass at its best, with classic cambia riffs combined with slammin’ bass. This release gets a little dark at time with some gritty male vocals; the stuff of nightmares at times, but in a good way. Try: Cumbia de Ciudad Real Feat. Pluto, Bailando […]

Super fun Remixes of this track, done in many styles and all are great! Beautiful Portuguese female vocals, remixed and backed by uplifting beats. Lots of Latin influences here with some traditional instruments and big bass. If you like one, you will like them all! Try: ALL! RIYL: SOFI TUKKER x Amadou & Mariam, Ultra […]

Colombian born musicians living in Chicago bring us an eclectic album fusing the best of dreamy pop, reggaeton, and electronic music. Think Manu Chao meets Empire of the Sun! Try: XO, Nos Soltamos, Tu Tonto, Especial, Papelito, Drive RIYL: Bomba Estereo, Toro y Moi, Crumb, Cuco, El Guincho, Buscabulla, Manu Chau FCC: None

“Creole afro-futurism at its finest, with strains of reggae, zouk, jazz, afrobeat” sums it up well. Very unique styles on this sophomore release, a great fusion of styles. Upbeat, fun, positive, soulful, and celebratory tunes. Try: Simé Love, Tan Mou, Lanmou Lanmou, Shadow on the Wall RIYL: The Bongo Hop, Voilaaa, Ibibio Sound Machine, Nubiyan […]

The forth album from this London based group. Groovy dance music that takes you back and shows you the future. Afrofuturistic tunes that mix many genres into hypnotic dance tunes for many occasions. Try: All That You Want, Electricity, Protection From Evil, Wanna See Your Face Again RIYL: Angelique Kidjo, Hot Chip, Ibeyi, Fela, William […]

Electro-folkloric dance music from Colombia – so good! Traditional instruments and vocals, with modern bass and fun samples. Beautiful vocals and nature sounds layered in to make an organic and uplifting album. This album will make you want to dance!! Try: WDeja, Se Acabó, Conexión Total, Agua, Ahora, Soledad, Profundo, Tierra RIYL: Tropical Bass, Amazonica, […]

This little release is heavy on the far out spacey sounds. Sometimes a little dark, it could be the soundtrack to Sci-Fi Horror flick featuring killer Zombie Samurai. Great heavy liquid bass and fun meandering journeys through sound. Try: ALL RIYL: Zero 0ne, Shpongle, Bonobo FCC: None *TBs Favs

A small but mighty release from this awesome label. Fun dance tracks with slammin’ bass and unique samples; you can definitely feel the Brazilian here – very Carnival!  Try: ALL  RIYL: Tropical Bass, Amazonia,  FCC: None *TBs Favs

This is modern psychedelic music at its best. Some farther out than others, this album in Dub definitely combines many genres (jazz, reggae, funk, rpm) and delivers a voyage of an album. Listen to this one late at night with headphones… Try: ALL RIYL: Dj Day, Dudu Tassa, Seven Davis Jr., Alaia, Clutchy Hopkins FCC: […]

Fun, upbeat, whimsical, loungey, raucous, party tunes! House music with a retro feel, taking loops from ragtime and big band jazz makes this a really fun album and could be what your next dance party needs to get to the next level! Try: 2, 3, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11,  RIYL: Senor Coconut, Balkan Beatbox […]

Going all the way back to 1977, with a 30 year hiatus in there after the early 80s, this Belgian producer is back with a new album. Aksak is the founder of Crammed Disks, an amazing label putting out lots of RPM on the bleeding edge of the genre. The result is a well produced, […]

Mexican Producer, Sonido Berzerk, delivers a slammin’ 5 track EP on the best record label for Tropical Bass and electronic music with Latin roots. Each track is very well produced and are true treats for the ears; try with headphones for the full experience. Phat bass on every track mixed with traditional hand drums accented […]

Slammin’ deep bass tracks with accordion, oboe, mandolin, violin, and other more traditionally thought of instruments. Definitely feels like Cumbia, but also Klezmer/Eastern European vibes with some Saharan flavors as well. Wild stuff that really bumps! Try: ALL RIYL: Balkan Beat Box, Big Bass, Beats Antique, Accordion  FCC: None *TBs Favs