CREAM

THE BLACK FIRE

197x VI.DI.ELLE Edizioni Discografiche 22 V.L. 029

This is the original Italian 1st pressing on V.D.L (VI.DE.ELLE) label (33 V.L. 029), from circa early/mid 70s, with BLACK FIRE misspelled ‘BLACH’ on sleeve. This LP is a coveted gem, holding a significant value of Lounge / Funk / Jazz / Brazilian fusion recordings within the Italian Library genre.

Experience a journey through supreme mood music, ranging from crispy wah-wah Funk and B-boy breaks to funky Lounge Jazz with vibrant bongos, congas, and mesmerizing flute solos. Explore the trippy synths galore, Fender Rhodes and spinet Bossa, alongside glittering piano arrangements, spaced-out loungy atmospheres accompanied by terrific proto-Hip Hop beats, and trippy cinematic jams like the inspiring Madlib/Freddie Gibs theme 'CREAM' and the beatiful 'RELIEF,' featuring the enchanting vocals of Edda Dell'Orso. Indulge into the stunning cop Funk 'ALCOHOLIC,' the infectious funky soundtrack theme from SQUADRA OMICIDI CHIAMA COBRA,' an obscure Karate/Kung Fu gangster B-movie directed by Richard Scott, starring Jimmy Lee and Wan Ping. This LP encapsulates an abundance of incredible themes, including next-level Psychedelic Samba and Bossa grooves on tracks like 'STRAGGLER,' 'RUSH,' 'MISGIVING,' and 'CORKING’, while ‘MAGNUM’ delivers more unbelievable up-tempo Hip Hop beats. It's no wonder this record has garnered attention from discerning Japanese DJs and collectors alike. Striking esoteric and Afro-centric sleeve artwork by the esteemed painter/designer G. Pinna. Italian Library booming production, coupled with a stoned Italian hippie/sleazy giallo thriller sound. Unmissable Italian Library banger!

Enjoy the entire album HERE - vinyl includes the classic shading on track A1. The entire pressing suffers on this pressing defect, which is present on all the copies originally released.