Warchild By Emmanuel Jal

"Warchild" tells the extarordinary story of Emmanuel Jal, former Sudanese child soldier now turned hip hop star who is set to make his mark on the world with his powerful words spreading the message of what he has been through, and what many are still living with now.
The inspirations for the 13 songs on "Warchild" are rooted in Jal's impossible past. In "Forced to Sin," Jal recounts, "I lived with an AK-47/By my side/Slept with one eye open wide/Run/Duck/Play dead." His love and loyalty for his homeland of Sudan shines in "Stronger" - "I pledge allegiance/To My Motherland/That I'll do everything possible/To make a stand/Yes I can." Jal pleads with rapper 50 Cent on "50 Cent" to be a better role model for his young fans: "You have done enough damage selling crack cocaine/now you got a kill a black man video game/We have lost a whole generation through this lifestyle/now you want to put it in the game for a little child to play..." From the CD's title track, "I'm a war child/I believe I've survived for a reason/to tell my story/to touch lives." And, "Emma," the album's closer, is a heartbreaking tribute to Emma McCune, the "angel" who rescued Emmanuel.
Hear Emmanuel Jal's story, and be truly touched by this wonderful tale of hope.

Warchild (Digital Single) By Emmanuel Jal

The stunning single from Emmanuel Jal "Warchild" is a fantastic introduction to the inspiring artists story. Urban meets World music as line by line you are taken in by his words; leaving you craving to hear more.

Promesas Remixed EP By Los Mono

Chocolate EP By Funky C

Chocolate is the new single from Funky C’s debut album ‘Joya’. The ex-Los Tetas member excels on this classy latin-pop funk anthem -
Superbly catchy and with incredible guitar licks, this track just begs you to move. Don’t fight the feeling! Get up and dance!
Includes remixes of the 1st single ‘Joya’ from DJ Afro (Los Amigos Invisibles) and fellow Chilean producer DJ Bitman.
Sonic360 artist BN Loco strips ‘Chocolate’ down for the dancefloor and to complete the EP, Funky C’s expert musicianship is exposed on the Instrumental version. Fresh new computerized Latin Funk from Latin America’s leading Funkmeister!

Cancion Playera Remix Ep By Bn Loco

BN LOCO returns with the Cancion Playera Remix EP – The standout track from his debut album “Echo En Mexico” on Sonic360, Cancion Playera has been remixed by producer friends of BN LOCO (aka Uriel Esquenazi). Rosco, the production team from Mexico City, creates a lovely tropical beach town sunset vibe, Sistema Local, the Monterrey Sound System dubs it up with some dusty border town beats, Latinsizer (Electronic project from Pepe Mogt from the Nortec Collective) hammers out a perfectly balanced uplifting dancefloor hit and as a bonus, Mexican producer Almeyda turns to the track ‘Buen Ambiente’ to conjur up a dark driving euphoric anthem! The Cancion Playera Remix EP gives you a rare glimpse of the future electronic sounds coming from Mexico! Available to download 18th Sep 07 on iTunes

Somos Los Que Estamos By Los Mono

Not only is Somos Los Que Estamos a full on high-energy blast from start to finish, the album is an adventure with a moral message; promoting creativity, originality, positivism, and self-responsibility. In fact, the conscious lyrics and upbeat vibe are the perfect compliment to an album that is driven from start to finish with a myriad of crunchy lo-fi beats n bleeps, infectious melodies and pure funk-fuelled inspiration.

From the opening chant “Se Puede” (It is possible) to "Gane Perder" (I win to lose) and the party monster “Promesas” (Promises) ready yourself for a new movement of Conscious Electronica from South America, it is a ride you don’t want to miss...

Out on 31st July in the US and available to pre-order now on the Sonic360 store!

Promesas (Digital Single) By Los Mono

‘Promesas’ (Promises) is the digital single from Los Mono’s debut album ‘Somos Los Que Estamos’(CD album release date: 31st July). Uptempo and fun, with crunchy dancefloor beats and sizzling synths under catchy positive lyrics, Promesas will surely be getting people grooving this summer!

Moral of the song:
“A person’s word is a very important thing, and promises should not be made lightly. When it looks like you won’t be able to deliver on a promise, it’s better to be up front and honest about it.”

Rarities (US Release) By Kinky

The five-man Monterrey, Mexico based band – Gilberto Cerezo (vocals, guitar), Ulises Lozano (keyboards), Carlos Chairez (lead guitar), Cesar Pliego (bass) and Omar Gongora(drums) - exploded onto the international scene in the summer of 2000. Since then, the band has recorded three eclectic albums – Kinky (2002), Atlas (2003) and Reina (2006) - been nominated for three Grammy’s® , composed music for films and played countless gigs all over the planet in front of hundreds of thousands, inducing dance floor hysteria and winning legions of enthusiastic fans.

There most recent release, Rarities blends sounds that are contemporary and traditional, dynamic and contemplative, innovative and yet strangely familiar. The album was originally put out in the UK as a limited edition of 750 hand numbered copies, just for Kinky’s UK fans, but overwhelming positive feedback from the European press has prompted the band and Sonic360 to launch a new full scale release in the US and Canada. Rarities will make you ask for Más y Más y Más!

Joya By Funky C

Born at the twilight of the 70s during the Pinochet dictatorship, Funky C began his musical career at 14, when he shared the stage with his father Hugo Moraga, one of the most prolific singer/songwriters in Chile. At 16 he established the band Los Tetas, changing the way funk was portrayed in Latin America . It was a breath of fresh air for Chileans by offering an alternative to the aggressive punk scene of the time which exploded as a direct response to Pinochet’s oppressive regime. It established him as one of the most respected Latin funk performers of his generation, with radio hits from Chile to Mexico.

Led by Sonic360 (The label that brought you Kinky) , 2007 is slated to become the year where Funky C brings his funk to the US with “Joya,” an album that fuses old school funk with today’s technology and sounds. The album features a handful of elite guest musicians from Dante Spinetta and Hugo Moraga to Juan Sativo (Tiro de Gracia) and Julio Briceño from Venezuela’s Los Amigos Invisibles. A timeless jewel, filled with Latin funk/dance, soul and hip-hop.

Coqueta (Digital Single) By Kinky

Well known to fans of Kinky's live show, Coqueta has long been Kinky's on-stage finale - Now it is available to download at iTunes and is featured on the forthcoming US release "Rarities", a stunning collection of rare tracks, remixes and live recordings from the band.

For Her By Brian Buckley

Intimate moments abound on 'For Her', the debut album from Brian Buckley, among them the soulful ballad, “Ready for This Love;” the delicate acoustic introspection of “This Life of a Dreamer;” and the naked vocal power of “In Another World (She is Gone).” Elsewhere, Latin hand percussion and Colaiuta’s intricate hi-hat work set up a little Santana jam-out bliss on “Little Pieces” and “Spanish Tragedy”.

From soft confessions to soaring vocal vamps and magical musicality on 'For Her' coupled with the purity and innovation of his live performances, leaves no doubt that Brian Buckley is developing into a bonafide artist.

Little Pieces (Digital Single) By Brian Buckley

Mockery By Littl Shyning Man

Mockery is the debut album from Littl Shyning Man, a project from London based musician Christopher Haworth. Taking the name Littl Shyning Man from the book “Riddley Walker” by Russell Hoban, a story set in post-doomsday England, Haworth has created in Mockery, the perfect soundtrack to this apocalyptic tale. Haunting, at times unsettling, suffused with melancholy and wonder, Mockery is a stunning and beautifully composed masterpiece. Your unready ears will be blessed with anything from woodsy folk to abrasive noise, melodic electronica to number crunching digital scree, glacial drone to synthesiser wig-outs, 8-part vocal harmony to searing guitar feedack, slap bass to spoken word, bird song to robot song, none of this to all of this, all at once and none of the time. It's like "sleepwalking through the woods.. with a better drummer" according to flux magazine and they can't be wrong so check out new album Mockery available now on Head+Arm/Sonic360.

Rarities (UK Release) By Kinky

At long last KINKY have released a glittering selection of rare aural gems in this stunning compilation. “Rarities” brings you the previously unreleased and import-only songs that you’ve heard at the sensational live shows and at the movies, but have never been able to get your hands on – until now. It is released initially as a limited edition cd of 750, it’s pure gold dust; a must-have for all KINKY fans.

Included, are tracks such as “Coqueta” which made a guest appearance on the album “Diez” by Intocable and the much-loved “Selva Lombardi” originally written for their second album “Atlas”. The record also includes KINKY’s barnstorming cover of Tito Puente’s famous “Oye Come Va” (extended mix), which was featured on the Blockbuster movie “Man on Fire”. We’ve also added some rare remixes that may or may not have appeared on very limited edition vinyl releases, such as remixes by Money Mark, Lazy Boy, Capri and fellow Mexican artists Toy Selectah and Bostich. To conclude, the band have added three bonus live recordings of their big hits: “Mas”, “The Headphonist”, and “Sol” – now you can have KINKY LIVE in your own bedroom! Now that’s KINKY!!

Echo en Mexico By Bn Loco

Uriel Esquenazi is the man behind BN LOCO – the border-breaking new project from Tijuana, Mexico. Delving into the dubbier side of the electronic spectrum, splicing it with dusty Mexican samples, and moving from jazzy sax to minimal techno, BN LOCO unleashes a new sound..it's bad ass and it's border town.

Panorama By Panorama

Sonic360's Gladkazuka (aka Gregorio Gomez) has colaborated with fellow Colombian Alejandro Pelaez to bring you their eponymously-titled beautiful soul-drenched chillout album PANORAMA. They are brilliant at composing dreamy Ibiza sunset-inspired melodies that sooth and refresh like the sparkling jewelled blue waves lapping onto a hidden island beach.

Hark! the Herald By Hana Miya

'Hark! The Herald' is Hana Miya's contemporary take on the classic carol. This haunting rendition marries Hana's inimitable vocals with her gentle piano accompaniment to create this peculiarly touching track. Exploring the sentiments of the original carol, this melancholic version delivers a traditional message to our increasingly destructive world.

"Hark The Herald is my personal response to the devastating carnage around the world…It is my plea for people to spend 3 minutes 41 seconds listening to the old lyrics of this carol and to contemplate 'Peace on Earth'... 'God and Sinners reconciled'" Hana Miya

An astounding interpretation of the original carol, Hana's 'Hark! The Herald' is an extraordinarily beautiful Christmas song.

Growgrow / Test Lies By Chabz and Krizo

Bloated with chunky beats, nauseous with gut churning sub-bass and lacerated with scratched rhythms, this double release is a unique coupling of two prolific musicians who have created their unique style of Transylvanian leftfield hip hop, putting Hungary on the musical map.

Kayip By Kayip

Through soaring melodies, hypnotic rhythms and introspective monologues this is KAYIP’s eponymous debut; an ambient exploration of modern life. ‘KAYIP’s down tempo beats and lurking breaks form a mirrored frame around the meditative lounge at the core of the album. A labyrinth of the semi-conscious, this is the soundtrack for the most fantastical dreams and haunting nightmares. Dreamy soundscapes, soft heartbeat drums and muffled conversational lyrics, ‘KAYIP’ is a musical journey across the vast plains of life. Enjoy the trip.

Amor De Computadora By Tammy

TAMMY’s magical AMOR DE COMPUTADORA is a confident, but reserved E.P. of electroclash wizardry, previously released by Independiente in 2000 and which became a classic in the electro scene in Buenos Aires. TAMMY conjures up a new signature sound, by injecting musicality and pop sensibility into the aloof minimalist genre. Immersed in a childish but taciturn universe, TAMMY compels listeners to surrender without escape to his subliminal and hypnotic melodies. In AMOR DE COMPUTADORA, TAMMY has birthed an album of childish wisdom. Charmingly nostalgic and youthful, the E.P. flirts with deeper philosophy through splintered rhythms and darker beats. Having worked with DJ Hell (Gigolo) among others, Tammy's is now working with fellow argentinian 'Gurtz'.

Llanita By Almeida Girl & Descarga

ALMEIDA GIRL & DESCARGA release ‘LLANITA’ their fiery and dynamic debut album, which possesses the essence of traditional Afro-Cuban beats, jazz infused with a modern twist. ‘LLANITA’ demonstrates their love for salsa music with inspired song writing, tight arrangements and incredible musicianship. The album is bursting with blazing riffs, excitable trumpets, grooving horns and poetic Spanglish lyrics that all make up part of the richly expressive ALMEIDA GIRL & DESCARGA spirit. 9-piece band DESCARGA are the steady, impassioned heartbeat to ALMEIDA GIRLS seductive vocals.

Panameña By Gladkazuka

PANAMEÑA is the debut solo effort from Colombian musician GLADKAZUKA. With blunt guitars, thumping drum machines and choppy synth textures, this is retro electronica at its best. Keeping a slick eighties edge, GLADKAZUKA takes the smuttiest edge of dirty disco and mixes with the simplest of infectious rhythms. This is delicious new wave electro-pop fused with all the additives and e-numbers of the best dance music. With hollowed out tinny beats, muddy bass and rolling gun shots of pure house magic, PANAMEÑA undeniably romanticises an era of the past, while paving the way for a new age in synth music.

Granufunk By Granufunk

'GRANUFUNK'is an album of magnetic originality; a true case of opposites attracting. The minimalist, oft haunting calmness underlying each song is masterfully juxtaposed against the agitated rhythms and glitchy beats inherent in each track. While the seamless continuity lies in its stargazing melancholia and curious wisdom, 'GRANUFUNK' surprises at every opportunity, utilising discordant grinding beats, whispering bi-lingual lyrics (by guest vocalist Sonni Plankton), delicate programming, booming basslines, and spine-tingling melodies. Throughout, GRANUFUNK creates a unique ambience through a mixture of harsh scarred urban brokenbeat and earthy jazz. 'GRANUFUNK' is an album of rich, poignant material, with a potent lingering after effect.

Hart Of The Wud By Littl Shyning Man

Through endlessly imaginative musical experimentation, LITTL SHYNING MAN has created an intricately crafted masterpiece of modern music in his debut mini-album HART OF THE WUD. LITTL SHYNING MAN is UK based Chris Haworth, whose exciting debut explores a menagerie of styles and recording techniques. HART OF THE WUD seamlessly explores arenas of free jazz, folk, electronic, rock and classical music to create sharp melodies and hypnotic beats: all cloaked with his inimitable sense of aching vulnerability. Its success comes in both the apparent complexity and simplicity of each track, all displaying an immaculate knowledge of cross-genre rhythmic and melodic exploration. The result is truly beautiful.

La Vida Real By Acida

ACIDA is singer-songwriter Alina Gandini and producer husband Tweety Gonzales, a dynamic combination, two of Argentina's most talented musicians. With influences as varied as Tango, Jazz,
Bossanova and rock, their music is as diverse as it is brilliant! In 'La Vida Real', Acida have made a debut album of unique Argentinean sonic bliss. The songs reach out to a wide demographic, being catchy enough to get people onto the dancefloor, while maintaining the characteristic Argentinean melancholy that pulsates through the core of their lyrical and melodic genius.

No One Over 21 By Fussible

The follow up to the highly acclaimed 'Odyssea', Fussible return with a dirty, percussive and uplifting sequel: 'No One Over 21'. Inspired by the mass movement of under-age kids who regularly cross the border between San Diego and Fussible's home-town, Tijuana, Mexico, 'No One Over 21' evokes the excitement, nervous energy and rebellion at the notorious crossing point. With a whopping 7 remixes, this eclectic package takes the Nortec sound into new territories.

Oye Como Va EP By Kinky

Featuring in the US Box Office smash ‘Man on Fire’ this freshly funked up Kinkyfied version of the Santana famed classic Oye Como Va received extensive coverage for Kinky fans worldwide to lap up! While the music video was played on MTV and music channels across Europe and the Radio Edit was playlisted on Radio 2, the remixes fired up the dancefloors of Ibiza all summer.

Oye Como Va 12" By Kinky

Very limited edition 12" vinyl with an exclusive extended mix of Kinky's souped up version of Santana's classic "Oye Como Va". Also includes a remix from the well-respected House outfit Mutiny. Plus instrumental.

Atlas By Kinky

Recorded in two completely different locations; an isolated ranch in the jungle and the thriving city of Los Angeles, ‘Atlas’ traces this contrast of environments and exhaustive travelling in every song, to make a worldly wise, rock driven second album. Sonically ‘Atlas’ is a clash of the organic and the digital. Lyrically, it roams from savouring all the moments you can, to acknowledging and appreciating things that most take for granted. Starting at home in Mexico with propulsive single ‘Presidente’, the Kinky journey begins…A truly masterful follow-up to their eponymous debut.

Two Way Traffic By Pea Green Boat

'Two Way Traffic' is the debut album from Leeds breaks/electronica duo Pea Green Boat. It features breakbeat industrial electronica along with warped acidic lines moving into a broken beats territory with a variety of beautiful and weird synth lines. Truly a downbeat epic journey into PGB's surreal world of synthesized electronic emotions.

Kinky By Kinky

Undeterred by genres, 'Kinky' simply mashes it all together. Morphing Mexican folk songs with pulsing electronic grooves, the group add funky guitars, Vocoder-treated Spanish vocals, street percussion and a war-chest of psychotic sound samples for mayhem-fuelled music. Call it Latino house or Mexicali electro, whatever, 'Kinky' kills. Upending previous electronica equations, 'Kinky' never forgoes a good song for a good mix, finding its unique synthesis in a rare mesh of both principles. This is the future - greet it with a smile.

Seesaw By Pea Green Boat

Named 'THE BREEZEBLOCK BOMB' by the BBC Radio 1 Breezeblock show, 'Seesaw' is a gorgeous track with a nice pace of rhythm, great structure with some nice synths.

Primer Amor (DJ Sneak Mix) By Kinky

DJ Sneak adds a very signature sounding tough club mix to Kinky's latin flavoured house cut. The B side has the original album track plus an acapella version where you can listen to Gil alone reciting the poetic lyrics of the song so beautifully, it makes you melt! This limited edition vinyl was released through London/WEA/Sonic360 at the end of 2002 in UK only.

Odyssea (Remixes 1) By Fussible