The Diasonics widen their cinematic funk universe without losing the precision that made their debut a cult favorite
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Groove of ESSR: Funk, Disco, Jazz from Soviet Estonia cosmic tones research trio The Diasonics widen their cinematicOriginally released in 2019 by Funk Embassy Records, Groove of ESSR uncovers the vibrant and unexpected world of funk, disco, and jazz created in Soviet era Estonia. Sourced from the archives of Estonian Radio, this 11 track compilation spans recordings from 1974 to 1988, capturing everything from folk funk and psychedelic soul to library grooves and dancefloor ready disco. Though created behind the Iron Curtain, these tracks reflect a unique blend of