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THE WBS SERIES
Check our jazz, soul, funk, brasilian releases below. The
coolest rare grooves that amused the parties of the past are back to
amuse today's parties!
All WAH WAH editions are available on vinyl format only unless CD format is stated. Please note that retail prices listed below do not include shipping & handling. |
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RABBIT RUMBA PRIMERA ANTOLOGIA DE LA RUMBA (WAH WAH RECORDS SUPERSONIC SOUNDS WBSLP014) HAMMOND GROOVES DRIVEN GIPSY RUMBA MASTERPIECE! The most sought after LP of the Catalan Rumba movement. First 300 copies including a bonus 7” with unreleased mixes of "Nuestro Ayer" and "Para Elisa"! Reedición del disco más buscado de la Rumba Catalana, las 300 primeras copias incluyen single de regalo con dos mixes inéditos de "Nuestro Ayer" y "Para Elisa" In 1972 Josep Cunill, after having spent some years touring Latin America with several professional orchestras, most notably The Latin Combo, was comissioned by producer Miguel Casas to record an anthology gathering some of the most popular catalan rumba tunes. He entered Gema Studios with some of the most reputed musicians of the genre to record "Rabbit Rumba". With the basic tracks covering some of the most successful artists of the genre like Peret or Los Amaya y su Combo Gitano laid in Gema 1 studio he finished the tapes at Gema 2 with the help of a Hammond X-77 that he used to produce layers of cool organ sounds. The resulting recordings have been labeled as "the Jackie Mitoo of Catalan Rumba!" or sort of "Jimmt Smith if surrendered by gipsies!" Cunill's rumba benefited of this great musician's high experience in all sort of latin sounds, he brought from Latin American & Caribbean shores a rhythm cadence that was then uncommon in catalan rumba and that makes "Rabbit Rumba" one of the most interesting and sought after albums of the genre. The good news is that paying high amounts for a vinyl copy of this little gem is over, since thanks to Wah Wah this wonder of rumba sound is available again... Though for a limited time, only 500 copies have been pressed. The first 300 of them feature a bonus single that includes two remixes of the album made by Makala (Euskadi Gaztea) and Miguelito Superstar (FTM). En 1972 Josep Cunill, tras años de gira por Latino América y el Caribe con diversas orquestas profesionales, la más notable de ellas el Latin Combo, recibió el encargo del productor Miguel Casas de grabar una antología de la rumba catalana. Entró así en los estudios Gema 1 con algunos de los más reputados instrumentistas del género y un repertorio formado por hits de maestros rumberos como Peret o Los Amaya y su Combo Gitano para grabar las bases de "Rabbit Rumba". Posteriormente, en los estudios Gema 2 Cunill, con la ayuda de un Hammond X-77, añadió las cálidas capas de sonido de órgano que le han dado la fama de "el Jackie Mitoo de la rumba catalana" o "un Jimmy Smith rodeado de gitanos." Cunill aportó a la rumba catalana la cadencia rítmica caribeña aprendida en sus años en ultramar, un interesante contrapunto del que hasta entonces carecía el género. La buena notícia es que por fín este disco está disponible en vinilo sin necesidad de gastar pequeñas fortunas gracias a Wah Wah. Por tiempo limitado, eso sí, ya que se trata de una edición de 500 copias, y con las 300 primeras que se pondrán a la venta incluyendo un single de regalo con remezclas realizadas por Makala (Euskadi Gaztea) y Miguelito Superstar (FTM). ARTIST : JOSEP CUNILL TITLE : RABBIT RUMBA LABEL : WAH WAH RECORDS SUPERSONIC SOUNDS CATALOGUE NUMBER : WBSLP014 FORMAT : LP PRICE : 19.50 EUROS |
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HEINZ VON MOISY - IRISATION LAS PLANTAS (*) WAH WAH RECORDS SUPERSONIC SOUNDS WBSLP013 Great but still rather unknown german spiritual jazz including the massive "Nil", originally compiled by Rainer Trüby on the second volume of the Glücklich series (along Sail Joia and Niagara). It’s about time to exhumate this gem from the 70’s german jazz underground for your listening pleasure !. Drummer Heinz Von Moisy leads Irisation, an incredible quintet formed Carlo Domeniconi (acoustic guitar), Manfred Burzlaff (vibraphon), Dieter Gützkow (bass), Ulrich Moritz (percussion) and Von Moissy himself performing six self-penned original numbers (either by Domeniconi or Burlaff) that cross a wide selection of moods and atmospheres; from the free and fragile delicacy of Nil, which builds from silence to reach the most inspired climax, to the sunny guitar licks of "Samba Do Contrabandista" via the cinematic "La Carretera" or the irresistibly hypnotic "Mirage", let’s not forget the eastern-flavoured track-title "Las plantas". Full of exotic, almost oriental touches and breezy brazilian vibes, this is an album to discover and treasure !! Originally released by the tiny Thorofon label in 1977, now Wah Wah brings it back from oblivion in a limited issue strictly limited to 500 copies housed in a nice cover reproducing the original artwork by member Ulli Moritz . Better grab one now !! Strictly limited edition. 500 copies. Get it now or cry later! RETAIL PRICE 19.50 EUROS |
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WBSLP012 VARIOUS'HEAVY
FUNKY BEAUTIFUL SOULFUL' Wah Wah Records has the pleasure to introduce you to what it is with no boubt the best soul and funk compilation ever issued in Spain in the 1970’s. HEAVY, FUNKY, SOULFUL! Was originally issued by Discophon in 1972 featuring recordings licensed from small sub labels of Philadelphia’s seminal soul label "pre-TSOP" Jamie Records. Under the "Young Black America’s music" caption we find the works of talented producers such as Paul Kyser or Van McCoy, originally issued on labels such as Phi-La Of Soul, Silver Dollar or Top & Bottom. The tunes vary from minor commercial hits like the People’s Choice funk classic "I Likes To Do It" –a combo which is supposed to be Al Green’s first band- to obscure deep funk rarities like "Super Funkt Pts. I & II", by Thunder, Lightning and Rain, originally issued on the highly collectable Saadia label, plus big funky R&B tracks such as Benny Gordon’s "Give A Damn" or one of DJ Shadow’s "Brainfreeze" sampled tunes as is Un-Sound Express Ltd.’s "Ain’t It Good Enough For You." As extra goodies, the Wah Wah reissue includes two bonus tracks also released in Spain at the time: the superb killer mod dancer "The Train" by Joe Jeffrey and an always coveted northern soul floorshaker reissued here for the first time ever: Jerry Tiffe’s "Hey Watcha Doin’," originally recorded for the New York label Scepter Records, famous among others for most of the Shirelles output and other girl groups. A truly solid compilation that will please both soul afficionados and funk dancers, and I assure you it won’t be easy to grab an original copy so better get this reissue before it’s too late! IN STOCK NOW! RETAIL PRICE 15 EUROS |
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WBSLP011 MAZACOTE!'SHUKANDU!' Another latin bomb gets reissued by Wah Wah. This time is the mucho sought-after album by king percusionist Orlando López aka MAZACOTE in a sophisticated latin-sound by great jazzy nuances. Includes the funky bombs "Give Me Love", the uptempo "Malembe" & the breabeat-ridden "Con Flauta Y Trombon" amongst some other latin gems. A seldomly-seem album gets a well deserved reissue !! IN STOCK NOW! RETAIL PRICE 15 EUROS |
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WBSLP010 EL GRAN COMBO
'BUGALUS CON... '
We proudly bring you which is, surely, one of the best albums out of
the vast output of this top Puerto Rico outfit. A collection of guarachas,
sones and boogaloos capable to move even the most stiff-necked amongst
you… Led by pianist Rafael Ithier (previously heard on Cortijo Y Su Combo)
they go on to perform a great selection with some outstanding latin soul
sounds: Gran Combo’s Boogaloo, Clap Your Hands, Shake It Baby, Combolu…
100% authentic latin rhtyhms to move your feet to !!!
IN STOCK NOW! RETAIL PRICE 15 EUROS |
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WBSLP001 CHAKACHAS 'Best of'
The kings of latin funk with a collection of the best tracks from their two most legendary albums from the early seventies. Featuring their big classics 'Jungle Fever' and 'Stories', plus plenty of danceable stuff!
RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS
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WBS12/001 CHAKACHAS 'Jungle Fever + 3'
After the success of our "Best Of..." LP, here we offer another latin-funk bomb from the Chakachas. It contains their hit "Jungle Fever" plus three more dance slices not included on the LP: "Africa llama", "Canalla" and "Tibidibidang". RETAIL PRICE : 6.30 EUROS |
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WBSLP002 PONY POINDEXTER 'En Barcelona'
Pony Poindexter visited Barcelona during 1972. As a result, he recorded this acid jazz masterpiece, originally released only in Spain in long play and cassette formats. It features seven Poindexter tunes recorded in the EMI Recording Studio in Barcelona in June '72. Wah Wah records makes this very rare LP available to both collectors and afficionados. RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS |
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WBSLP003 BLACK IS SOUL VOL. 1
Volume one of two fantastic volumes featuring jewels from the Pama label singles collection, including soul and bluebeat recordings by artists such as The Mohawks (featuring their soul funk super hit "The Champ", a.o.), Laurel Aitken, The Crowns, The Milwaukee Coasters and more. First pressing comes in front laminated cover with flaps on back. THE CHAMP - The Mohawks; WHAT A GUY - Beverley Simmons, JERKING THE DOG - The Crowns, BROADWAY AIN_T FUNKY NO MORE - Bobby Patterson & The Mustangs, CALL ME - The Crowns, EVERY DAY WILL BE LIKE A HOLIDAY - Roy Docker, BABY HOLD ON - The Mohawks; YOU_VE BEEN CHEATING - Norman T. Washington; WET DREAM - Max Romeo; OH BABE - The Milwaukee Coasters; SOUL MAN - Rico Rodriguez; HONEY BEE - The Classics RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS |
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WBSLS004 BLACK IS SOUL VOL. 2
Second part of these two fantastic volumes featuring jewels from the Pama label singles collection, including soul and bluebeat recordings by artists such as The Mohawks (featuring their soul funk super hit "The Champ", a.o.), Laurel Aitken, The Crowns, The Milwaukee Coasters and more. First pressing comes in front laminated cover with flaps on back. MONY MONY - The Mohawks; SINCE YOU_VE BEEN GONE - The Crowns; FEEL GOOD ALL OVER - Betty Lavette; I_M AN OUTCAST - Roy Docker; SAME THING ALL OVER - Norman T. Washington; SHE_S BUT A LITTLE GIRL - Max Romeo; HISTORY OF AFRICA - The Classics; SKINHEAD TRAIN - Laurel Aitken; SOUND OF THE WITCHDOCTOR - The Mohawks; TIP TOE - Norman T. Washington; THE GOOD OL_ DAYS - Bobby Patterson & the Mustangs; PEPSI - The Mohawks; BLACK IS SOUL - The Imperials RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS |
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WBSLP005 PRINCE BUSTER 'On Tour'
Reissue of the official 60ts live set from Prince Buster (also known as King of Ska). During the mid sixties Cecil Campbell recorded lots of ska/rocksteady hits, later popularized by 2 Tone bands in the late eighties (becoming the beginning of the ska revival era). Hits like "Madness" (guess who took their name from here?), "Al Capone" or "Cincinatti Kid" mixed with the soulful rocksteady beat which evolved into worldwide popular reggae style. A masterpiece from the jamaican Otis Reading. RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS |
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WBSLP006 MAX B
Many of you will recall Max B’s stunning "Banaticoco" track from Strut’s recent "Club Africa 2" compilation. Here’s the reissue of the seldom seen, highly sought-after first album by this Spain-based artist. Originally released by Opalo in 1972 it features Max B’s very own fusion of afro & funk, spiced with some psychedelic tinges. Another spanish obscurity for you to discover! RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS |
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WBSLP007 EL CHICLES 'La, La, La'
Great seventies club sounds coming from Belgium. Rich in danceable grooves, erotic moods an other funky rhythms, this LP is success guaranteed in any go-go party! Nice new artwork from the Wah Wah Design dept. ALSO AVAILABLE ON CD. RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS |
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WBSLP008 ASTRUD GILBERTO 'With Turrentine'
Astrud & Stanley's only LP for CTI, recorded in 1971, is now available again in a splendid new gatefold cover. This should already be a classic, as everything touched by the hand of Eumir Deodato deserves. The interesting thing here is that aside from the fantastic performances of "Ponteio", "Vera Cruz" (a superb rendition by Stanley Turrentine!), "Brazilian Tapestry" or "Traveling light", we are reissuing the Spanish version of the album which features the two spanish sung covers of "Love story" and "For all we know". As a bonus, sides a & b of the superb Spanish single from 1972 "Acercándome a ti" and "En tu piel" , both written by Ennio Morricone and produced by the best producer from this country Manolo Díaz, are included in the package. "Acercándome a ti" is probably one of the very best songs Astrud Gilberto has sung, a very nice easy-with-strings tune backed by a you-must-hear-it-to-believe-it fuzz guitar sound from outer space. Groovy! ALSO AVAILABLE ON CD. RETAIL PRICE : 15 EUROS |
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WBSLP009 BUN HUNGA AND HIS COMBO 'Relax'
More funky groovy-a-go-go instrumentals from Belgium. Again, a party soundtrack full of rhythm, organ, fuzz guitars and sexy sounds in a new ultra coloured sleeve. RETAIL PRICE : 13.25 EUROS |
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