New Arrivals

*2025 stock* Following the immensely successful and profitable School Girl Report movies producer Wolf C. Hartwig could afford a much bigger international production: Steiner – Cross of Iron, based on a World War II novel, should be directed by none other than Sam Peckinpah. The music was supposed to come from the pen of Peter Thomas. Unfortunately, the two did not get along (interview with Peter Thomas in “Der Filmkomponist Peter Thomas” by Gerd Naumann, 2009 ibidem Verlag). In the end, the Ame…

*2025 stock* Winnetou und sein Freund Old Firehand (aka: Thunder at the Border, Winnetou and Old Firehand) was the finale of Horst Wendlandt's Rialto Film adaptations of Karl May's novels in 1966. Alfred Vohrer (Perrak, Das gelbe Haus am Pinnasberg), described as a genius by cult director Quentin Tarantino, directed the film – moving away from the tranquil German style to the far more violent Spaghetti Western. This met with a mixed response from critics and fans, with opinions ranging from ‘exp…

*2025 stock* Between 1959 and 1972, the German Edgar Wallace films, mainly produced by Rialto Film, became the longest-running film series in Germany. The film adaptations of the British writer"s works were a great success right from the start, not at least due to the unconventional use of exceptional music. Peter Thomas was responsible for the unmistakable sound of almost half of these thrillers (18 out of 38). Depending on the budget, he was able to let off steam: screams, gunshots, the clicki…

Derrick turns 50 this year, but the extremely popular and highly successful German crime series has gone quiet. This is due to chief inspector Horst Tappert's posthumously publicized Nazi past. A comparable TV series, on the other hand, continues to run unwaveringly to this day: Der Alte. What they both have in common, and the subject of this album, is that Peter Thomas was one of their musical creators in their early phase. Peter Thomas and his Sound Orchester composed and played the music for …

*2025 stock* To mark Peter Thomas's 90th birthday on 1 December 2015, the Allscore label is releasing a double CD featuring the soundtrack composer's most creative recordings. The release once again makes it clear why Thomas is referred to as the ‘wizard of film music.’ It combines the scores for the three early 1970s films ‘Die Weibchen’ (The Females), ‘Oh Happy Day’ and ‘Engel, die ihre Flügel verbrennen’ (Angels Who Burn Their Wings). Although all three films flopped at the box office, their …

To mark the 100th anniversary of Peter Thomas' birth, a comprehensive collection of his music for the ZDF crime series Der Kommissar (1969-1976) is being released for the first time. The series is considered a milestone in German television history – socially relevant, style-defining and musically surprising. Thomas contributed music to 22 episodes, ranging from classical film music to beat and soul to experimental sound collages. The LP/CD contains previously unreleased tracks, including highli…

Collision Drive is Alan Vega's second solo studio album, originally released in 1981. If his debut laid the groundwork for a raw, minimalist take on rockabilly and blues, Collision Drive expands the palette with a grittier, more layered, and unfiltered energy. Here Vega's lyrics channel universal themes rooted in his fascination with street life, science fiction, politics, comics, love and the mysteries of the universe. It's a record that pulses with feeling and rebellion, displaying the full sp…

Alan Vega's self-titled debut solo album, originally released in 1980, marked a bold new chapter for one of New York's most influential and uncompromising voices. On his solo debut, Vega dove headfirst into the roots of his personal sound, fueled by blues, rockabilly, and his enduring love for Elvis Presley. Stripped of Suicide's confrontational electronics but retaining Vega's outsider energy and voice, the album translates early rock `n roll through an art-punk filter and stands as a cult mast…

Alan Vega's self-titled debut solo album was released in 1980 during the same period Suicide released their second album, Suicide: Alan Vega and Martin Rev. While Suicide's label ZE Records was interested in pushing the duo toward a synthetic disco sound inspired by Moroder's production on Donna Summer's "I Feel Love," Vega felt a pull in a different direction. He wanted to dig deeper into the roots of his own sonic identity, fueled by blues, rockabilly, early rock n roll, and his enduring love …

“Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world,” a first-class snob once stated. So rightful, he was. We feel so petite when the journey is elite. Like during the concert that Kashual Plastik drops here on cassette. For this release, a visual and material concept was carried directly into the artwork: since the artist performs his concerts illuminated only by a single candle, the cassettes were packaged inside matchboxes — a tribute to that fragile, flickering source…

Folklore & Concepts, the latest release by Smegma—now five decades into their outsider avant-garde career—extends the band’s legacy of ritualistic collage, spontaneous improvisation, and anti-academic noise. Infused with tape, synths, prepared piano, horns, and voice, the album melds shamanistic energy with surreal group interplay, creating an unpredictable and stubbornly original sonic tapestry.

Hikmah is the astonishing new solo piano work from Pat Thomas - virtuosic sound scientist, deep and compassionate thinker, and UK-based musical treasure. A singular album in his now substantial body of work, it marks his first release for TAO Forms. Born in Oxford to Antiguan parents on July 27, 1960, Thomas belongs to a remarkable generation of piano masters. Just over four months separate his birth from that of Matthew Shipp (December 7, 1960) - whose The Piano Equation inaugurated the TAO For…

With centuries of history, traditional instruments carry physical vibrations shaped by human breath and touch. In contrast, electronic music generates vibrations through inorganic principles such as electrical signals and circuits. When the subtle tremors of traditional instruments resonate with the intricate tones of electronic sounds in an improvised dialogue, performers from distinct realms expand each other’s languages, creating a new sensory experience. The project album Ancient Moment mark…

*100 copies limited edition* "Will and I have been playing together for a very long time and in a lot of very different contexts. Our musical history goes back to playing basements and art galleries in Providence in 2008, wanders through a years-long informal residency playing as a sax and guitar duo in Bushwick and Ridgewood, and brings us up to just last week when Will joined Taper’s Choice at a sold out Brooklyn Bowl to celebrate Relix Magazine’s 50th anniversary—more on that again later. In …

*200 copies limited edition* "The contemporary Los Angeles jazz renaissance has a rich cast of characters. Among the most interesting are Dave Harrington, Billy Mohler, and Jay Bellerose, all established players with fascinating discographies. While these musicians are integral to the current L.A. jazz scene, they’ve traveled various pathways to their current destinations. Harrington is a composer and multi-instrumentalist, well-known as the guitarist for Darkside, who have recorded extensively …

Recorded between 2023 and 2024, Hakanasa finds Kazuma Kubota refining his blend of noise, quiet atmospherics, and precise dynamics. The material moves between subtle textures and sharp bursts of harsh noise with a calm and deliberate sense of pacing.

A three way sound clash between some of Pittsburgh's finest current noise artists. Each artist brings a solo slice of noise, finished off with a collab track. Blending blown out harsh noise, fast paced cut ups and piercing electroncs. Inside collage by Ken Geiger.

Following years of activity in the UK scene and beyond, and a debut tape in 2020 on don't drone alone, Rekem is proud to present the new release by Leeds based artist, Helen Papaioannou. Kar Pouzi is Helen Papaioannou’s solo project of electronics, baritone saxophone and vocals. Best Wishes, spans the past two-three years of Kar Pouzi’s output, featuring both longer standing pieces from her live sets alongside new tracks. The album reflects Kar Pouzi’s fascination with repetitive tasks, sounds, …

Angelo F. Lavagnino – Venere Imperiale Digitmovies is proud to present on a double CD set (which opens the brand new deluxe digipack series) the complete OST by Angelo F. Lavagnino for the movie “Venere imperiale” (aka “Imperial Venus”) directed in 1962 by Jean Delannoy and starring Gina Lollobrigida, Stephen Boyd, Gabriele Ferzetti, Massimo Girotti, Nando Tamberlani, Attilio Dottesio, Evi Maltagliati, Giuseppe Addobbati, Andrea Checchi, Ernesto Calindri, Piero Palermini, Lilla Brignone, Gianni …

*2025 stock. 300 copies limited edition* "Two guitarists with wild and bold aesthetics met for no cost – Kost Nix, an explosive, freewheeling set... Often it is impossible to know who is doing what. They build on the opening, 20-minute piece «Quiet Concessions» massive walls of sound, delicate and raw, strange, poetic and totally weird at the same time. Byron Coley... hears in this piece echoes of early Grateful Dead, and Sonic youth, but you can add Fred Frith’s Massacree and Sonny Sharrock’s L…

*2025 stock* Emerging as a singular voice in contemporary indie music, Tekla Peterson unveils her latest project, Mine to Give, now available on cassette. Crafted with intimate lyricism and evocative production, this release invites listeners into a deeply personal and atmospheric soundscape. Mine to Give weaves together haunting melodies and raw emotion, showcasing Tekla Peterson’s distinctive songwriting and vocal delivery. Each track flows with a cinematic quality that captures themes of vuln…

Tip! Underwater Sounds To Lure The Fishes is the second release from Free Tala, a project by Finnish sound artist Juho Toivonen. This LP features deep-sea droning sounds designed to attract fish. It’s perfect for all fishermen and women out there, as well as anyone who wants to dive into the deep blue, feel the weighty oceanic ambiance, and catch a glimpse into the mental landscape of these aquatic creatures. It also works very well in freshwater lakes, especially when enjoyed on the dock of you…

*2025 stock* Sonthaya Kalasin was the male lead singer in in the molam section of legendary producer/impresario Surin Phaksiri's beloved musical troupe Thidso Lam Phloen; his female counterpart was Phairin Phonphibun (EM1147CD/LP). These recordings, the very best of Kalasin's work with Phaksiri, cover the period from the mid-70s to the early 80s and showcase Kalasin's mastery of the traditional male molam lower vocal range. Also highlighted here are Phaksiri's production skills and his penchant …

*2025 stock* Ali Akbar Khan, the legendary sarod virtuoso, Swapan Chaudhuri, the distinguished tabla maestro, and Alam Khan, the gifted sarod player and disciple, join forces in an extraordinary tribute titled From Father to Son (Ragini Puriya Dhanasri). This evocative recording captures a poignant lineage of musical tradition, showcasing the dynamic conversation between generations. The album presents the serene and intricate contours of Ragini Puriya Dhanasri, interpreted with profound emotion…

*2025 stock* The master of Hindustani classical music, Ali Akbar Khan, unveils Swara Samrat, a unique and captivating album that showcases his extraordinary talent on the sarod, a traditional lute-like instrument from Northern India. This album features new recordings that reflect Khan’s deep mastery of melody and rhythm, embodying his title "Swara Samrat," which means "Emperor of Melody," a prestigious title bestowed upon him by his father late in life as a mark of respect and recognition for h…

*2025 stock* Ustad Ali Akbar Khan's "Plays Alap - A Sarod Solo" CD, released in 1997, offers an exquisite journey into the heart of Indian classical music through the profound solo sarod performance of the legendary maestro. This album presents the alap—the soul-stirring, unaccompanied melodic exploration that introduces a raga—showcasing Khan's unparalleled command of the sarod and his deep musical expression. A timeless recording, it invites listeners to immerse themselves in the intricate and…

*2025 stock* Experience the timeless artistry of Maestro Ali Akbar Khan, the legendary sarod virtuoso, in collaboration with the eminent tabla maestro Pandit Mahapurush Misra in the iconic recording "Rag Darbari Kanada - 1969 (The 80 Minute Raga)." Originally recorded live and released as a double LP by The Connoisseur Society in 1969, this album captures an extraordinary 80-minute performance of the classical Indian raga Darbari Kanada. This recording showcases the deep emotional depth and intr…

*2025 stock* The Jewels Of Maihar is a captivating album by the legendary sarod maestro Ali Akbar Khan, originally recorded in the 1960s-70s and released in 1995. It features classical Indian ragas Darbari Todi and Bhupali Todi, celebrated for their majestic and spiritual moods, performed with traditional accompaniment including tabla by Mahapurush Misra. This album is part of a revered series showcasing the rich heritage of Maihar gharana music and exemplifies Ali Akbar Khan's profound mastery …

*2025 stock. 90 copies limited edition* Two-track 7" release from 45LB, delivering a concise statement of electronic experimentalism. The A-side "New Real Toy" and B-side "Dub" showcase the project's approach to synthetic sound design and rhythmic manipulation.

*2025 stock. 200 copies limited edition* Debut album from Emiliana Voltarel, formerly keyboardist in gothic-rock bands Yabanci and Bazalt. OndaRock's review compared her icy post-industrial electronics to 1990s Coil and Lustmord, while also citing contemporary artists like Drew McDowall, Hiro Kone and Puce Mary. Voltarel was assisted by heavyweights of Italian post-industrial: Maurizio Pustianaz (aka Gerstein), ODRZ, and Marco Milanesio who handled mixing and mastering. Tracks like "Saturnalia" …

*2025 stock. 250 copies limited edition* Live collaborative recording between two pillars of Italian experimental music. Monofonic Orchestra is the long-running project of Maurizio Marsico, Milanese polymath active since the early 1980s when he studied Electronic Composition under Angelo Paccagnini at the Giuseppe Verdi Conservatory. His debut albums Music Design and Friends' Portraits (1981, Italian Records) were praised in the legendary magazine Frigidaire by Ranxerox creator Stefano Tamburini…

*2025 stock. 240 copies limited edition* Giancarlo Drago's The Tapes project continues its archaeology of forgotten technologies with Teletyp, named after the obsolete communication devices that preceded modern digital networks. The album transforms the mechanical rhythms and electronic interference of teletype machines into compositional elements, creating a sonic bridge between analog past and digital present. Drago's approach treats obsolescence as opportunity, finding new music in abandoned …

*2025 stock. 100 copies limited edition* Four words become four incantations in BBBB, where Elena M. Rosa Lavita and Samuele Innocenti strip language and sound to their skeletal essence. "Bad," "Bare," "Black," "Bones" - each title a minimalist manifesto realized through bass, bow, objects, and processed voices, with additional production by Nàresh Ran and mastering by Attila Folklor. Recorded at home in 2021, the collaboration captures the intimacy of isolation transformed into sonic ritual. Ro…

*2025 stock. 250 copies limited edition* Maurizio Marsico presents Pre-Monofonic Orchestra, a paradoxical title that suggests both limitation and expansion. Working within self-imposed restrictions of monophonic synthesis, Marsico creates orchestral textures that shouldn't exist, building complex harmonies from single-voice sources through overdubbing and processing. The album demonstrates how constraint breeds creativity, with each track exploring different strategies for creating polyphonic il…

On Live in Kallio, Markus Holkko Quartet turns a Helsinki neighborhood into a pressure chamber of color and rhythm, blending proggy contours, retro-fusion heat and modern Nordic lyricism into long-form live explorations that feel both heady and immediate, cerebral yet unafraid to let the groove bite.

Big Band Harriott finds Michael Garrick scaling Joe Harriott’s music up to a roaring jazz orchestra, preserving the original’s sharp lines and Caribbean-inflected bite while opening them into rich new voicings, long arcs of tension and release, and solos that underline just how modern this repertoire still feels.

Down Another Road @ Stockholm Jazz Days '69 catches Graham Collier’s sextet in full flight, turning a cornerstone studio album into a raw, expansive live ritual where luminous themes, tough grooves and free-leaning episodes collide, sketching British jazz at the cusp of its most exploratory moment.

* CD packaged in 'mini-LP' gatefold sleeve with insert and sleeve notes by Graham Collier biographer Duncan Heining * To commemorate the 10th year since the passing of esteemed British jazz composer, bassist and bandleader Graham Collier, My Only Desire Records presents this 1975 recording of his previously unreleased suite 'British Conversations'.The recording features lead soloists trumpeter Harry Beckett and guitarist Ed Speight, alongside The Swedish Radio Jazz Group - made up of the hottest…

Marine weather reports recorded from radio broadcasts by Sven-Åke Johansson in 1970 at the Kollektiv für Kommunikative und Ästhetische Forschung in Mariental, Lower Saxony, Germany. Edition of 300 with printed inner sleeve containing liner notes by Thomas Millroth about forms of artistic appropriation in Johansson's work.

**Edition of 300** "Night Music" unearthes Sven-Åke Johansson's very first recordings from 1964 – made with his Tandberg tape recorder in the Kronenburg Bar, a dive bar in the red-light district in Münster/Westfalen (West Germany). There he performed jazz versions of popular songs and standards with Uwe Wegner (piano) and Gerold Flasse (double bass), sometimes joined by Dutch singer Jenny Gordee. Young Udo Lindenberg was a frequent guest at the Kronenburg Bar.  Side A of the LP features 7 songs …