{"product_id":"tommy-guerrero-soul-food-taqueria-2026-repress","title":"Tommy Guerrero - Soul Food Taqueria (2026 Repress.)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eIt’s rare that a certain sound is entirely an artist’s own. Although undeniably a stew of impeccable influences, from blues to folk to Latin to dusty funk, soul and hip-hop, one cannot hear a \u003cstrong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eTommy Guerrero\u003c\/strong\u003e song without immediately recognising it as his and his alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eThe cult skater from San Francisco is globally renowned as one of the original members of the legendary \u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eBones Brigade\u003c\/strong\u003e team. And as an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, his laid-back soul is beloved by all who’ve basked in its blissful glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eThere’s something elemental about this music that really stirs the soul. Strikingly beautiful and instantly addictive, it’s a kind of funk-fuelled, melody-driven, groove-based magic. There’s a serenity and heart in the playing that radiates warmth and splendour, as if crafted for endless sunsets. His albums that surfaced on \u003cstrong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eMo’ Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e at the turn of the century have been treasured since their release and it’s two of his most vital LPs that are being reintroduced here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eThe originals were quietly pressed onto a single piece of vinyl so this year Tommy has worked closely on these fresh limited editions. They have been lovingly remastered, cut nice and loud onto heavyweight double vinyl and presented in deluxe gatefold jackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eSoul Food Taqueria\u003c\/em\u003e continued Guerrero’s guitar soul but represented a step forward with its polished production and greater complexity of instrumentation. Denied the promotion it deserved upon release, it flew under the radar. It is now the most wanted record of his wondrous back catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eGuerrero’s atmospheric touch and subtle guitar provide lush, glimmering pieces of musical texture. Within his spacious compositions, uniquely arranged instruments flourish alongside each other to create a languid soundtrack for halcyon days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eAs ever, the diversity on display is beguiling. From bossa nova, samba and cumbia rhythms to understated folk, funk and soul grooves, this is another exotic set of mellow gold, perfectly represented by \u003cstrong data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eESPO\u003c\/strong\u003e’s memorable artwork. Furthermore, the title’s hybridity reflects the intoxicating sweep of stylistic flavours served up, reminding us that however tricky it is to categorise Guerrero’s special blend, it’s always a pleasure to indulge in something so creative and adventurous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eDubby, bass-heavy instrumentals give way to moody folk-soul. \u003cem data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003eIt Gets Heavy\u003c\/em\u003e, featuring melancholic vocals from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003eGresham Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e, sits alongside \u003cem data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eThank You MK\u003c\/em\u003e, a gentle ode to the tropics featuring ethereal instrumentation, bright bass and warm, jazzy guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eThe second half in particular contains a number of stunning ambient tracks, check \u003cem data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2662\"\u003eLost Unfound\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003eAnother Brother Gone\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003eBroken Blood\u003c\/em\u003e, built around minimalist, laid-back grooves and detailed guitar orchestrations which wouldn’t be out of place on the latest \u003cstrong data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003eJonny Nash\u003c\/strong\u003e release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"3185\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eGuerrero closes this flawless set with a moment of true beauty. Restrained and graceful, \u003cem data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003eFalling Awake\u003c\/em\u003e is a pared-back piece containing meditative guitar melodies set against melancholic piano arrangements. It brings proceedings to the most peaceful close. Seductively good, it reminds you just how great simplicity\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BE WITH RECORDS","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP (2026 Repress)","offer_id":58069175304537,"sku":"SDZ-45998","price":34.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3455\/0945\/files\/115598_7702D213.jpg?v=1778865800","url":"https:\/\/spindizzyrecords.com\/products\/tommy-guerrero-soul-food-taqueria-2026-repress","provider":"Spindizzy Dublin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}