Rhythm & News

Rip It Up, Issue 180, 1 July 1992, Page 7

Rhythm & News

Tribal Stomp Tribal Stomp is the first album release from Tangata Records and is representative of the wealth and diversity of contemporary Maori music that the label is promoting. Highlighting the talents of such artists as Hinewehi Mohi, Ahurangi, Emma Paki and Maree Sheehan, Tribal Stomp reflects a precious artform that is exclusive to the indigenous people of Aotearoa.

Dance Now Volume 2 A must buy for Dance fans featuring previously unreleased 12” mixes from Heavy D & the Boyz, Jodeci, Mr Fingers, Eric B & Rakim, Son of Bazerk, Adamski, Wrecks n Effect and much more!

Mr Fingers Introduction Larry Heard is looked upon as one of the leading lights of the Chicago house music scene. At long last Larry has been able to devote his energies into his own project — Introduction. For this he draws on his musical experiences and points us in a definitive funky, jazzy, house direction. A long awaited ‘introduction’ for many, while for some it will be a much-needed and long-overdue reunion.

Jennifer Warnes The Hunter Building on the track record of this Grammy Award-winning artist, The Hunter will delight old and new fans alike. Standout tracks include ‘Rock You Gently’, ‘The Hunter’ and ‘Big Noise, New York’ (written by Donald Fagen and Marcelle Clements). Guest performers include Robben Ford, Eric Johnson, Richard Thompson and Van Dyke Parks.

Maire Brennan Maire Until now the unique voice of Maire Brennan has been associated with the distinctive sound of the Irish millionselling band Clannad. Her brave new album, eponymously titled Maire (pronounced “Moya”) features the vocals of her sisters Dee, Olive and Bridin and production from Callum Malcom (Blue Nile) and Donal Lunny (Kate Bush, Elvis Costello).

Glenn Frey Strange Weather The critically-acclaimed new album from the former member of The Eagles. Strange Weather is guitar-oriented with strong lyrics producing a very Eagle-like feel. Featuring the first hit single from the album ‘l’ve Got Mine’, Glenn reaffirms his talent as a singer/songwriter maestro.

Garland Jeffreys Don’t Call Me Buckwheat Jeffreys’ first album in 9 years combines rock gospel reggae & other music forms with complete ease. The music is not easy to pigeonhole, and the lyrics tackle many controversial subjects. Garland Jeffreys is a songwriter/performer graced with a rare blend of intellectual honesty and artistic courage.

Eric B and Rakim Don’t Sweat The Technique The new single from Eric B and Rakim from their forthcoming album of the same name. A monstrous single with the duo’s trademark swirling street rap style bolstered by the wickedest, tense bassline.

Londonbeat You Bring On The Sun Londonbeat return with the first offering from their forthcoming album due out in September. ‘You Bring On The Sun’ is distinctively Londonbeat in sound and can only be described as brilliant!

A Lighter Shade of Brown TJ Nights At last the follow-up single to the NZ #1 hit ‘On A Sunday Afternoon’. The boys have once again mixed up funky beats with some groovy sampling on TJ Nights —another hot hit on the way!

Guns ’N’ Roses Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door The Freddie Mercury tribute single with all artist’s royalties from the sales of this single going to the C.A.F. Mercury Phoenix Trust. This long-time G’N’R cover of Bob Dylan’s classic rocketed all the way to No. 2 in the UK charts, superseding the chart positions of Eric Clapton’s and Bob Dylan’s versions.

COMING SOON: Spectrum Soul Kiss (ex Spaceman 3); DC Basehead Play with Toys; Eric B & Rakim album; Hoodoo Gurus Electric Soup/Gorilla Biscuit; Nirvana Lithium single; Supergroove Here Come the Supergroove

INSTORE NOW: The Wedding Present Hit Parade 1; PWEI Karmadrome; Erasure Abbaesque Video; KWS Please Don't Go; A Tribe Called Quest Scenario; Heavy D and the Boyz Don't Curse; Fatima Mansions Valhalla Ave