Amon Düül II – Yeti
Style: Krautrock, Free Rock, Heavy Psych, Jam Band
Vibes: Surreal, Primal, Hazy, Communal, Witchy, Psychedelic, Energetic, Forest, Raw, Epic, Exploratory, Hypnotic, Pagan, Tribal
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Shankar – Who’s To Know
with Zakir Hussain (Tabla), Umayalpuram K. Sivaram (Mridangam)
Style: Raga, Carnatic Classical Music
Vibes: Transcendent, Devotional, Uplifting, Ecstatic, Flowing, Elegant, Passionate, Intricate, Meditative, Responsive
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The Books – Lost and Safe
Style: Collage-Pop, Glitch-Folk, Plunderphonics
Vibe: Surreal, Psychedelic, Peaceful, Cerebral, Meditative, Philosophical, Spiritual, Uplifting, Warm, Playful, Hallucinogenic
Musical Attributes: Sampling, Electro-Acoustic, Melodic, Sound Collage, Vocal Manipulation
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Sonny Sharrock – Black Woman
featuring Milford Graves, Linda Sharrock, Sirone & Dave Burrell
Style: Free Jazz, Jazz Fission
Vibe: Ecstatic, Cathartic, Anthemic, Spiritual, Ritualistic, Kinetic, Communal
Musical Qualities: Thematic, Loose, Collective Improvisation, Dynamic
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Tim Buckley – Blue Afternoon
Blue Afternoon continues the flowing jazz-folk of Happy Sad while occasionally detouring into the avant-garde atmospheres that manifest more fully on Lorca and Starsailor. The arrangements are characterized by fluid vibraphones, lobbing upright bass, and the virtuosic jazz guitar of Lee Underwood, but what really ties everything together are the vocals and songwriting. Buckley’s voice is so versatile that he is able to express a wide range of emotions, sometimes blurring them from one moment to the next.
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Jethro Tull – Thick as a Brick
Style: Progressive Folk
Vibe: Epic, Conceptual, Satirical, Cerebral, Bombastic, Anthemic, Playful, Eccentric, Medieval, Poetic, Theatric
Musical Qualities: Suite, Uncommon time signatures, Progressive, Riffs, Thematic, Technical
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Freddie Gibbs & Madlib – Piñata
Style: Gangsta Rap
Vibe: Cinematic, Crime, Confident, Aggressive, Storytelling, Urban, Groovy, Warm, Hedonistic, Summer, Vulgar, Introspective, Triumphant, Dusty
Musical Qualities: Sampling, Technical, Rhythmic, Lush
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Irreversible Entanglements – Open the Gates
Style: Free Jazz, Future Jazz, Jazz Poetry, Liberation Music
Vibe: Ritualistic, Triumphant, Aquatic, Communal, Futuristic, Philosophical, Poetic, Anthemic, Cerebral, Confident, Conscious, Determined, Epic, Existential, Groovy, Healing, Heavy, Liberation, Political, Powerful, Rebellious, Evocative, Mystical, Intertwined
Musical Qualities: Thematic, Collective Improvisation, Acoustic Instrumentation, Spoken Word, Progressive Structures, Rhythmic, Polyphonic, Dynamic, Complex, Dub Fx
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boris – Flood
Style: Drone Metal, Post-Rock
Vibe: Aquatic, Meditative, Monolithic, Suspenseful, Cathartic, Apocalyptic, Melancholy, Epic
Musical Qualities: Slow, Dynamic, Suite, Loops, Repetitive, Droney, Minimalistic
Neil Young – On the Beach
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Ditch Americana, Country Rock, Folk Rock
Moods: Loner, Introspective, Melancholy, Alienation, Bittersweet, Apocalyptic, Depressive, Lonely, Sombre, Rebellious
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Terry Riley – Shri Camel
Style: Ecstatic Minimalism, New Age, Drone
Vibe: Spiritual, Meditative, Heavenly, Cosmic, Hypnotic, Mystical, Longing, Intertwined
Musial Attributes: Just Intonation, Instrumental, Minimalistic, Repetitive, Suite, Improvisation, Drone
Instrumentation: Yamaha YC-45D Organ with multiple digital delay channels for live layering & interactions
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Christian Scott Atunde Adjuah – Ancestral Recall
Style: Organic Beat Music, Spiritual Jazz, Cybernetic Jazz, Progressive Jazz
Vibe: Ritualistic, Triumphant, Poetic, Tribal, Afro-Futurism, Epic, Moody, Earthy
Musical Qualities: Beats, Structured Improvisation, Polyrhythmic, Progressive, Percussive
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James Brown – The Payback
Style: Funk
Vibe: Anthemic, Gritty, Groovy, Hypnotic, Communal, Confident, Passionate, Warm
Musical Attributes: Rhythmic, Repetition, Technical, Percussive
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boris – boris at last -feedbacker-
Style: Drone-Doom, Stoner Metal, Post-Metal
Vibe: Suspenseful, Cathartic, Monolithic, Powerful, Hypnotic, Raw
Musical Attributes: Atmospheric, Droney, Heavy, Noisy, Repetitive, Slow, Suite
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Yes – Close to the Edge
Style: Progressive Rock
Vibe: Epic, Triumphant, Bombastic, Lush, Uplifting, Fantasy
Musical Attributes: Complex, Polyphonic, Progressive, Techncial, Symphonic
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Erykah Badu – New Amerykah: Part One (4th World War)
Style: Psychedelic Funk, Conscious Hip-Hop, Soul
Vibe: Conscious, Groovy, Retro-Futuristic, Passionate, Philosophical, Political, Psychedelic, Uplifting, Urban, Eclectic
Musical Attributes: Groovy, Rhythmic, Lush, Melodic, Complex, Sampling, Lyrical
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Amon Tobin – Permutation
Style: IDM, Trip-Hop, Electro-Jazz, Drum n’ Bass
Vibe: Nocturnal, Surreal, Futuristic, Energetic, Mechanical, Ominous, Urban
Musical Attributes: Sampling, Complex, Rhythmic, Repetitive
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Matana Roberts – Coin Coin Chapter 1: Gens de Couleur Libres
Released in 2011 on Constellation Records Format: 10″x2
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Slowdive – Pygmalion
Originally released in 1995 on Creation Records 2012 Music On Vinyl reissue Format: LP
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David Sylvian – Secrets of the Beehive
Released in 1987 on Virgin Records Format: LP
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Tobacco – Ultima II Massage
Released in 2014 on Ghostly International Format: LPx2, hand-dipped vinyl Limited to 800
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Portishead – Third
Released in 2008 on Mercury Records Format: LPx2, 45rpm
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Mount Eerie – Clear Moon
Released in 2012 on P.W. Elverum & Sun, Ltd. Format: LP, clear vinyl
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Pink Floyd – Dark Side of the Moon
Released in 1973 on Harvest Records
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Curtis Mayfield – Superfly (Original Soundtrack)
Released in 1972 on Curtom/Buddha Records Format: LP
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Jim O’Rourke – Eureka
Released in 1999 on Drag City Records Format: LP Includes Poster
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Massive Attack – Mezzanine
Originally released in 1998 on Virgin Records Bootleg pressing Format: LPx2 Purchase (2017 Official Reissue)
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Boards of Canada – The Campfire Headphase
Originally released in 2005 on Warp Records 2013 Reissue Format: LPx2
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Curtis Mayfield – Roots
Released in 1971 on Curtom Records Format: LP
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Fela and the Africa 70 – Shakara
Originally released in 1972 on EMI 1974 US pressing on Editions Makossa Format: LP
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Digable Planets – Blowout Comb
Originally released in 1994 2013 Light In the Attic Reissue Format: LPx2
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Makaya McCraven – Universal Beings
Released in 2018 on International Anthem Recording Co. Format: LPx2
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John Coltrane – Ascension (Edition II)
Released in 1966 on Impulse Records Original Pressing Format: LP
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Jefre Cantu-Ledesma – Tracing Back the Radiance
Washes of piano, harp, and other ephemeral sonic artifacts float through Ledesma’s peaceful, almost static atmospheres like a night breeze through the quiet woods.
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Boris – Pink
Originally released in 2005 2006 Southern Lord Reissue Format: LPx2, Pink vinyl Includes 3 sheets of blotter paper
Pink Floyd – The Piper at the Gates of Dawn
Originally released in 1967 on EMI Records 1983 Fame Reissue Format: LP
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Mingus – The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady
Originally released in 1963 on Impulse! Records 1974 reissue, blue/green label Format: LP
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David Bowie – “Heroes”
Released in 1977 on RCA Records Format: LP
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A Tribe Called Quest – The Low End Theory
Originally released in 1991 on Jive Records 2000s reissue Format: LPx2
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Sufjan Stevens – The Age of Adz
Released in 2010 on Asthmatic Kitty Records Format: LPx2 Artwork by Prophet Royal Robertson
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Albert Ayler – In Greenwich Village
Released in 1967 on Impulse! Records Format: LP
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Quasimoto – The Unseen
Released in 2000 on Stones Throw Records Format: LPx2
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Radiohead – In Rainbows
Originally released digitally in 2007 2008 pressing on TBD Records Format: LP
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Godspeed You! Black Emperor – Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennae to Heaven
Released in 2000 on Constellation Records Format: LPx2
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Modest Mouse – The Moon & Antarctica
Originally released in 2000 on Epic Records 2010 Repress Format: LPx2
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Bert Jansch – Avocet
Style: Folk Baroque, Jazz-Folk, Chamber Folk, Progressive Folk
Vibes: Pastoral, Intertwined, Reflective, Nature, Mellow, Soothing, Exploratory, Morning, Rural, Peaceful
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Upright Bass, Violin, Flute, Mandocello, Piano
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The John Coltrane Quartet – Crescent
Released in 1964 on Impulse! records 1997 reissue Format: LP
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Sufjan Stevens – Illinois
Released in 2005 on Asthmatic Kitty Records Format: LPx2 Listen: Purchase: https://asthmatickitty.com/merch/illinois/
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Thelonious Monk – Brilliant Corners
Originally released in 1957 on Riverside 1980 Original Jazz Classics reissue Format: LP
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Bright Eyes – Cassadaga
Released in 2007 on Saddle Creek Records Format: LPx2
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Sunn O))) & Boris – Altar
Released in 2006 on Southern Lord Format: LPx3 Limited to 1500 on Yellow Opaque vinyl
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Herbie Hancock – Mwandishi
Released in 1971 on Warner Bros. Format: LP, white label promo
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King Crimson – Larks’ Tongues in Aspic
Released in 1973 on Atlantic Records Format: LP
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John Coltrane – A Love Supreme
Originally released in 1965 on Impulse Records 2010 Analogue Productions Pressing Format: LPx2, 45RPM
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Four Tet – There is Love in You
Released in 2010 on Domino Records Format: LPx2 Recommended Tracks: Angel Echoes – A1(Mellow, Hypnotic, Lush) Love Cry – A2 (Dancey, Groovy) She Just Likes to Fight – D2 (Peaceful, Happy, Meditative, Lush)
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Cannibal Ox – The Cold Vein
Originally released in 2001 on Definitive Jux 2013 deluxe edition on iHipHop Distribution Format: LPx4, including instrumentals, white vinyl
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Bennie Maupin – The Jewel in the Lotus
Released in 1974 on ECM Records Format: LP
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Bright Eyes – LIFTED or The Story is in the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground
Released in 2002 on Saddle Creek Records Format: LPx2
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Pharoah Sanders – Jewels of Thought
Released in 1970 on Impulse Records Recorded October 20th, 1969, at Plaza Sound Studios, New York City Format: LP
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Yo La Tengo – And Then Nothing Turned Itself Inside-Out
Released in 2000 on Matador Records Format: LPx2
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David Sylvian & Holger Czukay – Plight & Premonition | Flux & Mutability
Originally released as 2 separate releases in 1988 and 1989 on Venture Records 2019 Grönland compilation Format: LPx2
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DJ Shadow – Endtroducing
Released in 1996 on Mo Wax Records Format: LPx2
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Squarepusher – Music is Rotted One Note
Released in 1998 on Warp Records Format: LP
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The Beatles – Abbey Road
Released in 1969 on Apple Records Format: LP
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Björk – Vespertine
Released in 2001 on One Little Indian Format: LPx2
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The Incredible String Band – The 5000 Spirits or the Layers of the Onion
Released in 1967 on Elektra Records Format: LP
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Viktor Vaughn – Vaudeville Villain
Originally Released in 2003 on Sound-Ink 2019 15th Anniversary Edition Format: LPx2, Silver Vinyl, Mirrored Jacket
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Mickey Newbury – Looks Like Rain
Originally released in 1969 on Mercury Records 2011 Drag City Pressing Format: LP
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The Flaming Lips – Soft Bulletin
Style: Psychedelic Pop, Neo-Psychedelia
Moods: Surreal, Science Fiction, Epic, Bittersweet, Triumphant, Sentimental, Playful, Apocalyptic, Warm, Melancholy, Existential, Anthemic
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Lush, Melodic, Polished
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Flying Lotus – Until the Quiet Comes
Released in 2012 on Brainfeeder Records Format: LPx2
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Aesop Rock – Labor Days
Released in 2001 on Definitive Jux Original Pressing Format: LPx2
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Bob Dylan – The Times They Are A-Changin’
Released in 1964 on Columbia Records Recorded in 1963 Format: LP
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Eric Dolphy – Out to Lunch!
Originally released in 1964 on Blue Note Records 2009 Music Matters audiophile pressing Format: LPx2, 45rpm
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Miles Davis & Gil Evans – Sketches of Spain
LP, Columbia Records, 1960 Original 6-Eye Pressing Second Copy 1974 Pressing
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The Beach Boys – Pet Sounds
Style: Psych Pop, Baroque Pop
Vibes: Longing, Summer, Romantic, Lonely, Psychedelic, Sunny, Warm
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Tortoise – Standards
Released in 2001 on Thrill Jockey Records Format: LP
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Curtis Mayfield – Curtis
Released in 1970 on Curtom Records (distributed by Buddha Records) Format: LP
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King Crimson – In the Court of the Crimson King
Released in 1969 on Atlantic Format: LP Pressing quality: While this album is a masterpiece, these early pressings/masters sound a little tinny and lacking in low end. The recent reissues I’ve heard seem to be improved quality.
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Can – Ege Bamyasi
Originally released in 1972 on United Artists Unofficial Pressing Format: LP, Translucent green vinyl
Radiohead – Amnesiac
Originally released in 2001 on Capital Records 2008 Pressing Format: 10″x2
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Amon Düül II – Tanz Der Lemminge (Dance of the Lemmings)
Released in 1971 on United Artists Records Original US Pressing Format: LPx2
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Sufjan Stevens – Michigan
Released in 2003 on Asthmatic Kitty Records Format: LPx2
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Deerhunter – Microcastle / Weird Era Cont.
Released in 2008 on Kranky Format: LPx2
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Oneohtrix Point Never – R+7
Released in 2013 on Warp Records Format: LPx2
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Can – Tago Mago
Originally released in 1971 on United Artists Records Unofficial pressing on purple and brown marbled vinyl Format: LPx2
Exuma – Exuma
Exuma’s first album is a powerful and ritualistic masterpiece of spiritual folk from the Bahamas. Exuma, the Obeah Man, is a master storyteller and preacher, sharing visions, myths, and prayers. His expressive, soulful voice takes on many tones as he delivers his musical sermons, from smooth to raspy, soft to confident. A group of singers, percussionists, whistlers, and toads join him and his acoustic guitar, making me imagine them all circled around a large fire in communal worship and grateful that they let us listeners in on it.