New Album Releases & Arrivals May 23, 2025

Your crate-digging guide to the most essential wax dropping this week.

The May 23rd, 2025 vinyl arrivals are seriously stacked. From Japanese City Pop heat to '90s rap classics, from video game OST grails to splattered collector’s pieces, this week’s drops span genres, formats, and generations. Whether you're hunting rare grooves, RSD exclusives, or cult film scores, this list has gems for every kind of vinyl head.

So fire up the turntable and get ready to dive into the exciting releases that will ALL be in GOOD TASTE Records.

Beckie Bell – In Need Of…

A rare slice of '80s boogie and disco-soul magic gets a long-awaited reissue. Beckie Bell’s 1983 private press gem is funky, sensual, and tailor-made for late-night spins.

• Features top-shelf boogie production and soulful vocals

• A cult classic finally back in circulation

• Essential for fans of Patrice Rushen and Cheryl Lynn

Charli XCX – Number 1 Angel (Record Store Day 2025 Edition)

A pivotal mixtape in Charli XCX’s rise to hyperpop royalty, Number 1 Angel lands on wax for the first time ever, as a RSD 2025 exclusive.

• Includes collabs with MØ, Uffie, and cupcakKe

• A must-have for hyperpop collectors

• RSD-exclusive press won’t stick around long

Crystal Castles – II/2

The duo’s haunting and glitchy second album gets a reissue for the new wave of electronic misfits. This is peak 2010s electro-noise and brooding synth aggression.

• Dark, chaotic, and unforgettable

• Standout tracks include “Not in Love” feat. Robert Smith

• A staple for goth-electronic vinyl heads

DJ Notoya presents Tokyo Glow: Japanese City Pop, Funk & Boogie

Tokyo-based DJ Notoya curates a breezy ride through Japan’s underground boogie and funk scenes of the late '70s and early '80s.

• Officially licensed city pop bangers

• Great entry point into vintage Japanese grooves

• Perfect vibes for poolside or park-day sessions

Geinoh Yamashirogumi – Akira Remix

A futuristic twist on a sci-fi masterpiece. This remix project reimagines the iconic Akira soundtrack with fresh experimental takes.

• Bold reinterpretation of a legendary anime OST

• Deeply atmospheric and avant-garde

• Ideal companion piece to the original score

Glenn Underground / Rahaan / JKriv / The Patchouli Brothers – RNT In The D

Razor-N-Tape brings together some of house and disco’s finest for this funky, club-ready 12".

• Heavyweight lineup of underground legends

• Detroit-inspired edits and grooves

• Club DJ essential

Iyo Matsumoto – Private File

A shiny gem from the golden age of Japanese pop, Private File is an '80s technopop delight finally landing on wax outside Japan.

• J-idol vibes with a city pop flair

• Retro synths and upbeat hooks galore

• A rare treat for international collectors

John Du Prez – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Original Score) (Splatter Color)

Cowabunga nostalgia meets gorgeous packaging. The 1990 TMNT score, pressed on eye-catching splatter vinyl, is here for your inner kid.

• First official reissue in decades

• Splatter color is pure shelf candy

• A must for soundtrack and movie nerds

José James – 1978: Revenge of the Dragon

Neo-soul and jazz innovator José James delivers a cinematic, genre-blending epic that feels like a funk odyssey.

• Concept album inspired by kung-fu flicks and retro soul

• Impeccable production and sultry grooves

• A standout 2025 release already

Junior M.A.F.I.A. – Conspiracy (Clear Splatter Color)

The 1995 East Coast rap classic from Biggie’s protégés gets the deluxe treatment. Raw, streetwise, and undeniably influential.

• Biggie features + classic '90s boom bap

• Eye-popping splatter edition

• Hip-hop history in a single LP

Justin Bieber – Purpose

Bieber’s reinvention album hits wax again. This is the record that brought us “Sorry” and gave the pop icon his artistic comeback.

• Includes megahits like “What Do You Mean?”

• Genre-spanning production from Skrillex & Diplo

• Collector’s must for pop completists

Michael Jackson – Invincible (Picture Disc)

The King of Pop’s final studio album lands on stunning picture disc, showcasing MJ’s enduring creative fire.

• Rarely pressed album with underrated gems

• Gorgeous visuals on vinyl

• A collector’s dream

Michael Jackson – Xscape

Posthumous MJ reworks by Timbaland and Rodney Jerkins get the vinyl spotlight again, full of sleek, modern production.

• Polished yet true to MJ’s style

• Includes “Love Never Felt So Good” ft. Justin Timberlake

• Essential for completists and remix fans

New York Dolls – New York Dolls (self-titled)

Punk and glam’s true origin story. The Dolls’ 1973 debut still snarls, struts, and shouts like nothing else.

• Proto-punk at its finest

• Influenced everyone from The Ramones to Guns N' Roses

• A foundational rock LP

Norah Jones – Feels Like Home

Warm, jazzy, and emotionally rich, Norah’s sophomore record still soothes the soul with every spin.

• Features standout “Sunrise”

• Soulful blend of country, jazz, and pop

• Audiophile-friendly pressing

Peggy Gou – DJ Kicks: Peggy Gou (Tiger Fur Color)

Peggy Gou brings her eclectic taste to the legendary DJ Kicks series on a wildly unique colorway.

• Includes exclusive Peggy Gou track

• Genre-blurring and club-ready

• Killer shelf appeal with the tiger fur vinyl

Riz Ortolani – Brutes and Savages (Original Soundtrack) (Green Color)

A sleazy, funky jungle-exploitation score from Italian maestro Riz Ortolani gets a stunning green vinyl reissue.

• Groovy, exotic, and kitsch in all the right ways

• Perfect for exploitation film soundtrack fans

• Cult cinema collectors, take note

Shoji Yamashiro – Akira (Original Soundtrack)

One of the most iconic anime soundtracks of all time returns in all its tribal, industrial glory.

• Absolute essential for synth/score fans

• Pressed from original masters

• Atmospheric, intense, and timeless

Sneaker Pimps – Becoming X

Trip-hop cult classic from the late ’90s, with Kelli Ali’s ghostly vocals and moody beats.

• Includes “6 Underground” and “Spin Spin Sugar”

• Iconic album of the trip-hop era

• Long overdue vinyl comeback

Sonic Youth – J’accuse Ted Hughes

A noise rock rarity resurfaces. This experimental suite from SY’s early years is raw, urgent, and jagged.

• Avant-garde, anti-establishment chaos

• Rare deep cut from SY’s catalog

• Limited press for true collectors

Square Enix – Super Mario RPG (Original Sound Box) CD

A full CD box set of Super Mario RPG music, restored and remastered.

• Includes both remastered and original audio from Switch and SNES releases

• Beautiful collector’s presentation

• Must-have for retro gaming OST fans

Square Enix – Super Mario RPG (Original Soundtrack) CD

A more compact version of the OST drops alongside the box set—same vibes, tighter package.

• Legendary Yoko Shimomura score

• Pure nostalgia in digital format

• Great budget option

Square Enix – Super Mario RPG (Original Soundtrack) Vinyl LP

The real prize: the Super Mario RPG soundtrack on vinyl. Finally.

• First-time vinyl pressing

• Beautiful artwork and high-quality mastering

• Video game vinyl collectors, this is IT

Stereolab – Instant Holograms on Metal Film (Clear Color)

Experimental legends return with more space-age lounge music and motorik jams.

• Clear vinyl edition for audiophile appeal

• Hypnotic, rhythmic, and cerebral

• Essential for krautrock & avant-pop fans

Stereolab – Instant Holograms on Metal Film

Standard black vinyl edition of the new Stereolab full-length, if clear is not your thing.

• Warm analog press

• Trademark Stereolab sound

• Budget-friendly but still audiophile-approved

Tatsuro Yamashita – For You (Limited Edition Remaster)

The holy grail of city pop returns—For You gets a fresh remaster with stunning fidelity.

• “Sparkle” and “Love Talkin’” never sounded so good

• Absolute city pop essential

• Don’t sleep on this limited edition

Tatsuro Yamashita – Ride On Time (Limited Edition Remaster)

Another core city pop classic from Tatsuro, this time featuring the timeless title track that defined a genre.

• Remastered to audiophile levels

• Iconic artwork + smooth grooves

• A crown jewel for collectors

Toro y Moi – Outer Peace (Translucent Purple & Orange Splatter)

Chaz Bear’s disco-funk and chillwave hybrid masterpiece gets a psychedelic reissue.

• Stunning translucent splatter pressing

• Includes “Freelance” and “Ordinary Pleasure”

• Groovy and introspective in equal parts

TV Girl – Grapes Upon the Vine

TV Girl’s cult status only grows with this woozy, lo-fi pop gem steeped in dreamy nostalgia.

• Unique mix of indie pop, samples, and bedroom vibes

• Lyrical, layered, and endlessly re-playable

• For fans of Ariel Pink and Mac DeMarco

TV Girl – Who Really Cares (Splatter Color)

More bittersweet pop perfection from the kings of internet-core.

• Includes “Taking What’s Not Yours”

• Splatter vinyl makes this edition a standout

• Quirky, melancholic, and addictive

Various – Ayo Ke Disco: Boogie, Pop & Funk from the South China Sea (1974–88)

Rare Southeast Asian disco heat—diggers rejoice.

• Compiled by Southeast Asia vinyl heads

• Impossible-to-find tracks in one place

• Global groove treasure

Various – Ghost in the Shell: Megatech Body (PS1 Soundtrack)

Cyberpunk heads, it’s finally here: the legendary Ghost in the Shell PS1 soundtrack is on vinyl.

• Iconic mid-’90s electronic styles

• Deep, immersive, and futuristic

• One of the most desired anime-game OSTs

Various – Monster A Go-Go (Teen Trash from Psychedelic Tokyo '66–'69)

Japanese psych garage from the late ‘60s? Yes please.

• Raw and fuzzed out

• Features unknown legends from Tokyo’s underground

• Like Nuggets but weirder

Various – Rollin' the Dice: Music from the Films of Martin Scorsese (Green Color)

A killer compilation of needle-drops from Marty’s iconic filmography.

• From Goodfellas to Taxi Driver

• Audiophile pressing in green vinyl

• Film buff and music nerd heaven

Various – Tokyo Bliss: Japanese Funk, Boogie & City Pop from King Records

Another essential crate from Japan’s golden groove era, this time straight from the King Records vault.

• Obscure cuts + high-quality mastering

• More city pop gold

• Perfect for DJs and deep-listeners alike

This week's drops are wildly diverse, insanely collectible, and full of rare reissues and exclusive color variants. Whether you're digging for funk, noise rock, J-pop, trip-hop, or cinematic vinyl, May 23, 2025 might just be one of the most exciting new vinyl days of the year.

Need help picking the perfect spin? Hit up Good Taste Records for this full lineup and curated recommendations. Don’t wait—some of these won't stick around past the weekend.

Happy digging. 🎧