Various Artists – Groove of ESSR II: Funk, Soul, Disco and Jazz from Estonia (2023) [Official Digital Download 24bit/96kHz]

Various Artists – Groove of ESSR II: Funk, Soul, Disco and Jazz from Estonia (2023)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/96 kHz | Time – 45:22 minutes | 900 MB | Genre: Disco, Funk
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Funk Embassy Records

“ESSR” in the “Groove of ESSR II” stands for Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic. Yet for Estonia, there was nothing really “republic” about the situation of being occupied by Soviet Russia. So escaping the oppression through music is a running theme for the Groove of ESSR compilation. Funk Embassy Recs returns with the second volume of tracks that hide meaning between lines or offer solace on the dancefloor. It’s an ongoing journey to uncover these jewels and meet their makers. Majority of these pieces will be released for the first time. During the production of this album, two of the most influential figures in Estonian funk and soul passed on: Marju “Maryn” Kuut (1946-2022) and Tõnu Aare (1953-2021). In music lies strength and truth. We dedicate this album to them. May they live on forever through music, alongside all of the artists represented here.

Tracklist:
1-01. Eesti TV – Meie Aeg (Instrumental) (04:01)
1-02. Marju Kuut – Maskeraad (03:05)
1-03. Laine – Nüüd on Mul Muusika (03:31)
1-04. Raivo Parind – Hei, Päike! (03:55)
1-05. Jaan Kumani Instrumentaalansambel – Mind Veel Ei Ole (Instrumental Short Version) (04:46)
1-06. Collage – Memme Vaev (04:00)
1-07. Magnetic Band – Liiklus (02:38)
1-08. Ülle Ernits – Ma Tahan Olla Siin (02:32)
1-09. Eesti TV – Mälestus (Short Version) (04:50)
1-10. Teravik – Hoia Ennast Koos (04:10)
1-11. Els Himma – Veerev Päev (03:18)
1-12. Pirita – On See Hea (Instrumental) (04:32)

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