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Looking For The Answer
Survival Research is proud to announce the reissue of Looking For The Answer, the cult classic album by The Elders. Originally recorded in 1971, this vibrant record is a hidden gem of soul-infused rock and funk, now available once again for a new generation of listeners.
Looking For The Answer is a playful and energetic blend of influences, drawing inspiration from the likes of Rare Earth, Iron Butterfly, Rhinoceros, and especially Sly & the Family Stone. The album is seasoned with touches of Bo…
The Cheerful Insanity of...
The Cheerful Insanity of Giles, Giles and Fripp reveals King Crimson's gentle 1968 genesis - a landmark British psychedelia album featuring the Giles brothers and young Robert Fripp. This breezy, Beatles-esque collection showcases burning Frippian guitar work and the original "I Talk To The Wind." The 2025 Panegyric reissue removes spoken interludes for improved flow. Essential prehistory.
Brigitte Fontaine est folle
Wewantsounds is delighted to reissue French pop icon Brigitte Fontaine's landmark 1968 album Brigitte Fontaine Est Folle, originally released on the cult label Saravah and arranged by Jean-Claude Vannier. This special 2-LP edition, approved by the artist, features the original album, newly remastered from the original tapes, along with a second LP of demos, instrumentals, and a live rendition of "Il Pleut" recorded for France Inter/ORTF. The release also includes a 20-page bilingual booklet with…
Live/Dead
CD Version Live/Dead is the first official live album (and fourth overall) released by the rock band Grateful Dead. Recorded over a series of concerts in early 1969 and released later the same year, it was the first live rock album to use 16-track recording. "The Grateful Dead's fourth title was likewise their first extended concert recording. Spread over two LPs, Live/Dead (1969) finally was able to relay the intrinsic sonic magnificence of a Dead show in real time. Additionally, it unleashed s…
Shooting At The Moon
New remastered vinyl release of the classic 1970 album by Kevin Ayers & The Whole World. Features Mike Oldfield, Lol Coxhill, David Bedford, Robert Wyatt & Bridget St. John. Remastered from the original master tapes. Cut at Abbey Road Studios. The Canterbury scene's most whimsical and sophisticated statement finally receives the vinyl treatment it has long deserved. Esoteric Recordings's new remastered edition of Kevin Ayers & The Whole World's Shooting At The Moon represents more than a simple …
Third Ear Band
For many bands, having all their gear stolen would be catastrophic. For Third Ear Band, this unfortunate 1968 incident opened a portal to beneficial change that would ultimately define one of British experimental music's most singular statements. Now, Antarctica Starts Here presents the first-time vinyl reissue of the group's self-titled 1970 sophomore album - often called Elements due to its elemental track titles - complete with new liner notes by Dave Segal that illuminate this remarkable cha…
A selection from The Brondesbury Tapes
Rare 1968 Home Recordings by Giles, Giles & Fripp, newly remastered by David Singleton for 2025, with greatly improved audio. Featuring Early Appearances by Ian McDonald and Judy Dyble. The story of King Crimson's genesis has gained a crucial new chapter with the release of The Brondesbury Tapes 2025 Remaster, an extraordinary collection that opens the doors to the intimate creative laboratory where progressive rock's future was quietly taking shape. These remarkable 1968 home recordings, captur…
Femøren
A Friday evening last year I were hanging out as usual in the Afvikling headquarter probably reading about some stupid 80s action film. However that evening took an unexpected turn when this release suddenly landed in my inbox. Naja is a great friend of mine and she has already done a lot of amazing music but this tape made together with longtime collaborator Jonas Sommer is especially impressive I think. 25 minutes of very sweet and heartwarming Lofi pop songs from the top shelf of great songwr…
Highdelberg
Guitarist Ax Genrich began his career in 1970 with a brief stint with German prog-kraut rockers Agitation Free. There he was able to develop his improvisational style, but was soon poached by Mani Neumeier to join Guru Guru. Together with bassist Uli Trepte, Genrich and Neumeier enjoyed their first major successes and were soon regarded as the new figureheads of Krautrock, releasing Känguru in 1972, a milestone in the genre. After four years and four albums, Ax Genrich left Guru Guru because the…
Whatevershebringswesing
2025 stock Melancholic with a tendency towards ballads, this 1973 third album from Kevin Ayers is nonetheless the most accessible of his early work. Featuring the core musicians of guitarist Mike Oldfield, keyboardist David Bedford and drummer Robert Wyatt, the LP is a solid, consistent, and focused outing, which continues to be at the top of Ayer's solo work. Original artwork. New detailed liner notes.
Modern Bible
Like a demon moving through time and space to settle a score, Modern Bible invites you to a truly unique experience!
Zero G
"Zero-G" by Boora & Prince Igor is a 16-track instrumental hip-hop album released on Funk Night Records in 2024. The project fuses jazzy samples, soulful loops, and tight beats, creating a vibrant, atmospheric listening experience. With its concise runtime and fluid transitions, "Zero-G" captures the essence of modern beat-making.
Sweet Drops And Nip-Ups
Pascal & Baya Rays’ single “Sweet Drops And Nip-Ups” is a 7-inch release on the Funk Night label, limited to just 300 copies. Issued in 2025, the record features Parts 1 & 2 of the title track, delivering a blend of organic grooves rooted in funk and soul traditions. The collaboration showcases the duo’s knack for vintage-inspired, rhythmic instrumentals, making it a sought-after item for collectors and fans of contemporary funk. The single stands out for its analog warmth, infectious grooves, a…
Fishing Break
The Blassics’ single “Fishing Break” is a vibrant slice of modern funk and soul, released in 2025. The track stands out for its raw, energetic drum breaks, brassy horn arrangements, and lively use of cowbells, creating an infectious groove that pays homage to classic funk while embracing a contemporary edge. The “45 mix” of “Fishing Break” is especially notable for its dynamic rhythm section and bold brass, making it a standout choice for DJs and collectors of rare grooves. Released as a limited…
Rockin' Pot
The single "Rockin' Pot" by The Vicious Seeds is a vibrant instrumental track that showcases the band's signature blend of heavy, guitar-driven funk with a retro groove sensibility. Hailing from Saint Petersburg, Russia, The Vicious Seeds are known for their energetic sound, drawing inspiration from classic funk and soul, and infusing it with a modern edge
"Rockin' Pot" is released on Funk Night Records as a 7-inch vinyl, often paired with tracks like "Theme For Rocking Pot," emphasizing…
Hang Loose! I Got Dem Ol' Surfer Bloos...
Hang Loose! I Got Dem Ol’ Surfer Bloos… by Penza Penza reinvents surf rock with fuzzed-out guitars, lo-fi grooves, and psychedelic twists. Misha Panfilov’s playful, chaotic instrumentals blend vintage surf with garage and funk, creating a wild, unpredictable ride full of raw energy and offbeat charm.
The World At Minds End
Formed in Bristol in 1974, Skywhale blended prog-rock and jazz rock with melodic, energetic instrumentals. Their 1977 album, The World At Mind’s End, showcases virtuoso musicianship and Canterbury influences.
The Human Zoo
An exact re-issue of The Human Zoo album, taken from the original master tapes, with all album artwork faithfully replicated!
From The Lemon Drops To Vibrations Of Sequence In Order
In 1969, The Lemon Drops sought success in San Francisco but disbanded after setbacks, leading to the formation of Watermelon with ambient composer Raphael. Their sound blends fiery psychedelic rock and haunting grooves, captured on rediscovered tapes recorded with just two microphones.
In den Garten Pharaos
Mystic Synthesis at the Dawn of Electronic Consciousness! Florian Fricke's visionary second album remains a towering achievement in transcendental electronics