Paul's picks Soul Food Taqueria Tommy Guerrero SKU: BEWITH026LP Barcode: 5050580679511 28.00 £28.00 Genre: Rap / Hip Hop Label: Be With Records Released Date: 9th June 2023 Buying Format: 180g 2LP Gatefold Sleeve Add to basket Reserve Add to your Wishlist Description Product Info It’s rare that a certain sound is entirely an artist’s own. Although undeniably a stew of impeccable influences – from blues to folk to Latin to dusty funk, soul and hip-hop – one cannot hear a Tommy Guerrero song without immediately recognising it as his – and his only. The cult skater from San Francisco is globally renowned as one of the original members of the legendary “Bones Brigade” team. And as an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, his laid-back soul is beloved by all who’ve basked in its blissful glow. There’s something elemental about this music that really stirs the soul. Strikingly beautiful and instantly addictive, it’s a kind of funk-fuelled, melody-driven, groove-based magic. There’s a serenity and heart in the playing that radiates warmth and splendour, as if crafted for endless sunsets. His albums that surfaced on Mo Wax at the turn of the century have been treasured since their release and it’s two of his most vital LPs that we’re honoured to reintroduce. The originals were quietly pressed on to a single piece of vinyl so we’ve worked closely with Tommy this year to bring you these fresh, limited editions. They have been lovingly remastered, cut nice and loud on to heavyweight double vinyl and presented in deluxe gatefold jackets. Soul Food Taqueria continued Guerrero’s guitar soul but represented a step forward with its polished production and greater complexity of instrumentation. Denied the promotion it deserved upon release, it flew under the radar. It is now the most wanted record of his wondrous back catalogue. Guerrero’s atmospheric touch and subtle guitar provide lush, glimmering pieces of musical texture. Within his spacious compositions, uniquely arranged instruments flourish alongside each other to create a languid soundtrack for halcyon days. As ever, the diversity on display is beguiling. From bossa nova, samba and cumbia rhythms to understated folk, funk and soul grooves, this is another exotic set of mellow gold; perfectly represented by ESPO’s memorable artwork. Furthermore, the title’s hybridity reflects the intoxicating sweep of stylistic flavours served up, reminding us that, however tricky it is to categorise Guerrero’s special blend, it’s always a pleasure to indulge in something so creative and adventurous. Dubby, bass-heavy instrumentals give way to moody folk-soul – witness “It Gets Heavy”, featuring melancholic vocals from Gresham Taylor – whilst “Thank You MK” is a gentle ode to the tropics, featuring ethereal instrumentation, bright bass and warm, jazzy guitars. The second half in particular contains a number of stunning ambient tracks – check “Lost Unfound”, “Another Brother Gone” and “Broken Blood” – built around minimalist, laid-back grooves and detailed guitar orchestrations which wouldn’t be out of place on the latest Jonny Nash release. Guerrero closes this flawless set with a moment of true beauty. Restrained and graceful, “Falling Awake” is a pared back piece containing meditative guitar melodies set against melancholic piano arrangements. It brings proceedings to the most peaceful close. Seductively good, it reminds you just how great simplicity can sound. Artist Tommy Guerrero Genre Rap / Hip Hop Label Be With Records Buying Options 180g 2LP Gatefold Sleeve Format 180g , 2LP , Gatefold Sleeve Condition New Country UK Track Listings A1 : Intro Lectric Chile Goat (0:56) A2 : Abierto (3:59) A3 : Organism (4:07) A4 : Thank You MK (3:50) B1 : Tatanka (4:09) B2 : Interlude Train Of Thought (1:20) B3 : It Gets Heavy (3:23) B4 : Thin Brown Layer (4:39) C1 : Interlude So Many Years Ago (0:45) C2 : Terra Unfirma (4:05) C3 : Gettin It Together (3:22) C4 : Another Brother Gone (2:28) C5 : Broken Blood (3:47) D1 : Interlude And The Day Goes By (1:28) D2 : Lost Unfound (3:32) D3 : The Color Of Life (3:57) D4 : Falling Awake (3:56) Share this On Facebook On Twitter Via Email More from Tommy Guerrero and more from Rap / Hip Hop View Product Quick View Tommy Guerrero A Little Bit Of Somethin Rock And Pop | Be With Records | 180g, 2LP, Gatefold Sleeve Released 8th November 2019 £28.00 Back Order View Pre/Back Orders Tommy Guerrero A Little Bit Of Somethin £28.00 Genre: Rock And Pop Label: Be With Records SKU: BEWITH024LP Formats: 180g, 2LP, Gatefold Sleeve Released Date: 8th November 2019 Read More Back Order View Pre/Back Orders Paul's picks View Product Quick View Tommy Guerrero Road To Knowhere Rap / Hip Hop | Too Good | 1LP Released 26th October 2019 £17.00 Back Order View Pre/Back Orders Tommy Guerrero Road To Knowhere £17.00 Genre: Rap / Hip Hop Label: Too Good SKU: TG015 Formats: 1LP Released Date: 26th October 2019 Read More Back Order View Pre/Back Orders View Product Quick View Tommy Guerrero From The Soil To The Soul Rap / Hip Hop | Be With Records | 180g, 1LP Released 19th July 2019 £20.00 Back Order View Pre/Back Orders Tommy Guerrero From The Soil To The Soul £20.00 Genre: Rap / Hip Hop Label: Be With Records SKU: BEWITH065LP Formats: 180g, 1LP Released Date: 19th July 2019 Read More Back Order View Pre/Back Orders View Product Quick View Tommy Guerrero Dub Tunes Alternative Rock / Punk Rock / Emo | Ed Banger | 12", Coloured Vinyl, EP/Mini Album Released 8th February 2019 £18.00 Back Order View Pre/Back Orders Tommy Guerrero Dub Tunes £18.00 Genre: Alternative Rock / Punk Rock / Emo Label: Ed Banger SKU: ED112 Formats: 12", Coloured Vinyl, EP/Mini Album Released Date: 8th February 2019 Read More Back Order View Pre/Back Orders View Product Quick View Oliver Tree Alone In A Crowd Rap / Hip Hop | Atlantic | 1LP, Coloured Vinyl Released 29th September 2023 £28.00 - 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