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The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble &bull; <i>Gemini</i>

The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble • Gemini

Hot and honky, the latest from this nine-piece shows off immaculate arrangements and complex interplay as they range in tempo and intensity from police car chase to sunny afternoon by the pool. Especially recommended if you like a flute wandering in.

Fat Freddy's Drop &bull; <i>SLO MO</i>

Fat Freddy's Drop • SLO MO

Does this Fat Freddy have anything to do with Shelton's Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers? Intentional or not, these compositions mixing reggae, funk, soul, dub, and other cannabis-friendly genres are a good way to spend an unproductive afternoon.

Femi Kuti &bull; <i>Stop the Hate</i>

Femi Kuti • Stop the Hate

Afrobeat continues to be a family business for the Kutis, and business is booming. Now representing the middle generation in this dynasty, Femi expertly delivers the expected stuttering beats and political dissent we have come to expect from the brand.

Free Radicals &bull; <i>White Power Outage vol. 1</i>

Free Radicals • White Power Outage vol. 1

I haven’t seen the word skronk bandied about lately, it feels good to bring it out again. The Free Radicals are rhythmic, abrasive, definitely political, but most of all extra funky and pure of heart.