Tony Lavrutz & Scruscru - Rave Du Brazil / PrimaveraYou know that long hot days are fast approaching when it is Brazilian music that you crave. Thankfully the Scruniversal has got us covered with a second release that is as scorching as the first. It pairs MPB, samba and Latin flair with hard edged hip hop and funk stylings across a pair of tunes from Scruscru, each one a different collaboration. The first is alongside Tony Lavrutz and has gorgeous vocals and organic percussion paired with cut up beats

‘Is It Light Where You Are’ is the debut album from Art School Girlfriend

and contemporary human struggle

comes with a unique sticker

with boss man Omar S bringing the jams in style

adds some heavier live drums to create a harder-hitting version on his mix

'Evergreen' explores themes of adversity and gratitude

the man known as Neko (Cat) immediately reunited with his dear friends for an epic two day session of groove magic

12" Hand stamped

which uses motifs from the band’s sole release and includes an insert with liner notes and photos

With him he brings more sonic ideas for a better world

Detroit's Scan 7 drop a fine ep of Motor City electronic Techno Soul on Third Ear

First Word Records is extremely proud to welcome back Kaidi Tatham