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New Album Releases and Arrivals August 8, 2025

Vinyl heads, it's another massive drop week—August 8 is packed with heat, deep cuts, deluxe editions, and long-awaited represses. From legacy hip-hop giants and jazz fusion masters to forward-thinking indie and global grooves, this is one of those all-genre-everything lineups worth digging into. Whether you're crate-digging for color variants or discovering hidden gems, we've rounded up the best from this Friday's releases so you can stay ahead of the curve.

Anamanaguchi – Anyway (Black In Red Color) Vinyl LP

The NYC-based chiptune rockers are back with Anyway, a high-energy blend of 8-bit nostalgia, pop punk, and futuristic production. This limited Black in Red colored vinyl is a visual feast to match the band’s hyperactive, neon-bright sound.

  • One of the most innovative bands combining retro gaming sounds with modern pop/rock

  • Limited color pressing perfect for display and collection

  • Fans of Scott Pilgrim, Porter Robinson, or 100 gecs will vibe hard

Anri – Funtime Vinyl LP

City pop collectors, rejoice. Anri’s Funtime finally gets a reissue, and it’s a smooth, summery dream. Released during the golden era of Japanese pop in the ’80s, it’s filled with lush production and effortlessly cool vocals.

  • Long out-of-print essential for city pop and Japanese AOR enthusiasts

  • Beautifully remastered from the original tapes

  • Pairs perfectly with a cold drink and some Tokyo skyline daydreams

Armin Van Buuren – Anthems (Ultimate Singles Collected) Vinyl LP

A career-spanning compilation from the trance legend himself. From “In And Out Of Love” to “This Is What It Feels Like,” this LP is a dancefloor history lesson for both new ravers and veteran glowstick warriors.

  • First time many of these tracks are compiled on vinyl

  • Audiophile pressing for peak club nostalgia

  • Essential for electronic collectors and festival-goers alike

The Black Keys – No Rain, No Flowers Vinyl LP

The duo gets introspective on No Rain, No Flowers, dialing back the fuzz just enough to let more heartfelt songwriting shine through. It’s still got the grit—but there’s more soul in the mix than ever before.

  • A deeper, more emotional outing that still grooves

  • First pressing of this brand-new release—be an early adopter

  • Perfect companion to their early lo-fi records and later blues-rock

Bosq & Kaleta – No Be Today Vinyl LP

Afrobeat, funk, and Latin soul collide as Bosq and Kaleta drop another heater. This is global grooves done right—live instrumentation, infectious rhythms, and conscious lyrics wrapped in sunshine.

  • DJ-friendly and dancefloor-ready production

  • Rich analog warmth—sounds amazing on vinyl

  • For fans of Fela Kuti, Tony Allen, and contemporary Afro-disco

Busta Rhymes – The Coming (Silver Red Marble Color) Vinyl LP

Celebrate the album that introduced Busta’s solo career—The Coming still hits with wild energy and timeless bars. This Silver Red Marble color variant looks as chaotic as his legendary flow.

  • Features “Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check”—an all-time hip-hop classic

  • Pressed on a wild-looking exclusive colorway

  • A must for golden era East Coast hip-hop collectors

Clipse – Let God Sort Em' Out (Indie Exclusive w/ Signed Insert) CD

Not vinyl—but absolutely worth noting. This Indie Exclusive CD comes with a signed insert from the brothers themselves. Pusha T and Malice remind us why they’re some of the sharpest pens in rap.

  • Signed insert adds serious collector value

  • New material after a long hiatus—rap fans, do not sleep

  • Razor-sharp lyricism and grimy, Pharrell-laced production

De La Soul – All Good b/w OOOH (Red Color) Vinyl 7"

Two early 2000s De La classics get the 45 treatment, pressed on a slick red color variant. “All Good” features Chaka Khan, while “OOOH” teams them with Redman. Pure hip-hop sunshine.

  • Essential for De La completists and 45 DJs

  • Funky, feel-good vibes pressed to perfection

  • Great intro to their Y2K-era output

Ethel Cain – Willoughby Tuckers, I’ll Always Love You (Indie Exclusive) Vinyl LP

Ethel Cain – Willoughby Tuckers, I’ll Always Love You Vinyl LP

The Southern gothic queen returns. This album expands her mythos with dreamy production, Americana textures, and ghostly vocals. The indie exclusive version includes bonus artwork and alternate packaging.

  • Continues the emotionally intense storytelling that won her cult acclaim

  • Available in a special indie-exclusive edition—limited quantity

  • A record that feels haunted in the best way

Fontaines D.C. – Romance (Bonus Edition) (Turquoise Color) Vinyl LP + 7"

The Dublin post-punks turn romantic—but not soft—on their latest LP. This bonus edition includes a 7” and comes on a bright turquoise vinyl, complementing the band’s evolution into art-rock territory.

  • 7” bonus adds serious value for collectors

  • Turquoise pressing matches the sonic shift—lush and cinematic

  • For fans of Joy Division, Shame, or The National

Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist – Alfredo 2 Vinyl LP

The dream team is back. After the Grammy-nominated Alfredo, Gibbs and Alchemist drop a second helping of gritty street poetry and dusty loops.

  • Alchemist’s production is next-level atmospheric

  • Gibbs delivers more vivid, razor-sharp narratives

  • One of the best rap collaborations of the decade, hands down

Isao Suzuki – Samba Club Vinyl LP

A cult Japanese jazz-fusion record from the legendary bassist. This reissue brings the Brazilian-infused grooves and experimental flair to new ears—finally.

  • Rare groove gold with samba and soul flavors

  • Deeply influential for crate-diggers and beatmakers alike

  • Stunning soundstage on vinyl—essential for jazz collectors

Jorge Ben – Big Ben Strikes Again Vinyl LP

Jorge Ben – Jorge Ben (self-titled) Vinyl LP

Two major reissues from one of Brazil’s greatest. Jorge Ben’s blend of samba, funk, and tropicalia defined a generation—and still slaps. Both records are must-haves for Latin music lovers.

  • Big Ben is funky and fiery, Jorge Ben is smooth and foundational

  • Newly remastered for full analog warmth

  • Get both—they complement each other beautifully

Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist – Life Is Beautiful (Indie Exclusive Blue Splatter Color) Vinyl LP

Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist – Life Is Beautiful Vinyl LP

Alchemist stays busy, this time linking up with two rap heavyweights for an album that’s breezy, motivational, and lushly produced. The indie-exclusive blue splatter edition is worth hunting down.

  • Alchemist’s beats = chef’s kiss, as always

  • Larry June’s laid-back delivery pairs perfectly with 2 Chainz’s charisma

  • Both editions are fire—but the indie version is the grail

Lil Wayne – Tha Carter Vinyl LP

Lil Wayne – Tha Carter II/2 Vinyl LP

Lil Wayne – Tha Carter III/3 (15th Anniversary) Vinyl LP

Lil Wayne – Tha Carter III/3 Vinyl LP

Lil Wayne – Tha Carter IV/4 Vinyl LP

Lil Wayne – Tha Carter VI/6 Vinyl LP

It’s a Wayne world—we're just living in it. Six different Carter pressings are hitting shelves, including the III 15th Anniversary edition. Whether you’re reliving your high school days or catching up, this is the time to build out that Weezy discography.

  • The Carter series is one of the most iconic hip-hop runs ever

  • New pressings make them accessible for a new generation

  • The Carter III 15th Anniversary edition is the crown jewel

Lords of Acid – Voodoo-U (Special Remastered Band Edition) (Translucent Red Color) Vinyl LP

Belgium’s electro-industrial pioneers return in full color. This remastered edition of Voodoo-U is pure ’90s rave/EBM chaos, sounding louder and nastier than ever.

  • A cult classic with a new sonic facelift

  • Translucent red vinyl makes it pop off the shelf

  • Wild, weird, and still wildly ahead of its time

MGK – Lost Americana (Brick Red Color / Signed Insert / Soda Pop Bottle Color) Vinyl LPs

Machine Gun Kelly explores the heartland and his roots on Lost Americana, with three separate variants to choose from—including a signed edition. Whether you're here for emo MGK or cowboy MGK, this one has flavor.

  • Expands MGK’s sonic palette into country-rock and Americana

  • Signed version adds serious value

  • Choose your favorite variant—or grab all three for the complete set

Miike Snow – Miike Snow (self-titled) Vinyl LP

Electro-pop nostalgia at its best. Miike Snow’s self-titled debut gets a welcome repress, bringing back “Animal,” “Silvia,” and other icy-cool anthems of the late 2000s blog era.

  • Classic tracks finally back on wax

  • A perfect blend of indie and synth-pop

  • Pairs well with your Phoenix and Empire of the Sun reissues

Sault – 10 Vinyl LP

You never really know what Sault will do next—but 10 delivers more of their enigmatic, genre-blurring brilliance. This LP blends soul, funk, and protest into something wholly unique.

  • Highly limited release—Sault records disappear fast

  • Mysterious yet deeply moving music

  • No skips, all vibes

Shaboozey – Where I’ve Been Isn’t Where I’m Going: Complete (Deluxe) Vinyl LP

The breakout country-rap star drops his deluxe LP with bonus tracks and new artwork. This version includes everything from the viral hits to deeper, genre-defying cuts.

  • Deluxe version = more Shaboozey for your buck

  • Unique blend of Southern swagger and country twang

  • Riding the wave of genre-blending dominance

Steel Pulse – Earth Crisis (Red Color / Red Yellow Green Tri-Color) Vinyl LP

This politically charged reggae landmark gets two beautiful represses. Whether you choose red or the tricolor edition, you’re getting righteous roots reggae at its most powerful.

  • Two stunning color variants to choose from

  • Lyrics still hit hard in today’s climate

  • A cornerstone of conscious reggae music

Takao Uematsu – Debut Vinyl LP

A Japanese jazz-fusion rarity from 1980 sees the light of day again. Debut is slick, funky, and filled with grooves that dig deep into the soul.

  • Perfect for fans of Casiopea or Yellow Magic Orchestra

  • Rare outside of Japan until now

  • Makes for a killer Sunday spin

Tuxedo – I Like It (Money Crazy) b/w Always (Translucent Turquoise Color) Vinyl 7"

Mayer Hawthorne and Jake One are back with two slices of modern funk, pressed on a juicy turquoise 7”. Perfect for DJ sets or just flexing in your record bin.

  • Tuxedo’s signature retro-boogie sound is tight as ever

  • Translucent turquoise pressing = style points

  • B-side “Always” is a hidden gem

Wrap-Up: Another Huge Week for Wax Collectors

August 8, 2025, is overflowing with standout drops—from long-lost jazz and Afrobeat bangers to genre-bending new releases and anniversary represses. Whether you're here for Ethel Cain's emotional atmospheres, Lil Wayne’s legendary Carter series, or some Jorge Ben heat, this week delivers across the board.

💿 Shop these releases now at Good Taste Records and don’t miss our previous breakdowns in our blog.

Coty Smith