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Atmosfear's 'Dancing In Outer Space' (1979): Cosmic Funk at Its Finest

In the vibrant landscape of 1970s funk and disco, few records have left as indelible a mark as Atmosfear's "Dancing In Outer Space." This classic cosmic British dazz 12" originally graced the airwaves in 1979, released on the band's Elite label. Atmosfear, a quintet hailing from North London, would go on to become legendary for their unique blend of disco, jazz, and funk, pushing sonic boundaries until the mid-80s. The Cosmic Groove Atmosfear's "Dancing In Outer Space" opens with an otherworldly allure, setting the stage for an auditory journey that is nothing short of captivating. The track instantly transports listeners to a cosmic dance floor, where boundaries blur, and inhibitions are left behind. The synergy of spacey synths, infectious baselines, and hypnotic rhythms creates an atmosphere that's simply irresistible. A Dancefloor Smash Released as their debut single, "Dancing In Outer Space" didn't just make waves; it became a

Recoed Review - Hot Pepper - Canción Ritual,1978

As an eternal crate digger, it is a pleasure and a privilege to delve into the forgotten gems of the past, and one such gem that has resurfaced on my radar is the EP "Hot Pepper - Canción Ritual" from 1978. In the annals of music history, this EP stands as a testament to the extraordinary talents of José de Jesús Muñoz, famously known as "El Tilico," a Mexican musician and former drummer who once shared the stage with none other than the legendary José José.  Muñoz, the creative force behind "Hot Pepper - Canción Ritual," not only lent his remarkable drumming skills but also graced the EP as the author of its lyrics and music. This EP, with its original 1978 pressing, is a rare and exquisite artefact of its time, resonating with the essence of disco's golden era. You can still pick the record up online, and it is quite a thing.  Spanglish Movement with a Fiery Groove Containing a total of four tracks as follows :  Deja Que El Mundo Sea Feliz Otra Vez (

Kirtan Turiya Sings (Visualizer) - A Divine Journey in Sound and Vision

Alice Coltrane's legendary album "Turiya Sings," recorded during a marathon fifteen-hour session in 1981, holds a mythical status in her catalogue. Initially released in 1982 on privately-pressed cassette for her Vedantic Center's students, this masterpiece remained largely hidden from the world, circulating only on bootleg cassettes. The 2017 Luaka Bop compilation of Coltrane’s ecstatic music notably excluded any tracks from "Turiya Sings". Now let us leap forward a little and have enter Justin French, who has breathed new visual life into these enigmatic recordings, adding a me-dative additional dimension that amplifies the power of this music as it massages your mind through the screen. With the re-release of "Kirtan: Turiya Sings" as a (Visualizer), we are not only treated to the sonic brilliance of Alice Coltrane but also to a visual narrative that enhances the experience, making it an ideal companion for meditation. These recordings, discov