
Spiritmuse Records is an independent record label dedicated in unearthing gems from past and future, music for mind & spirit – from spiritual jazz to ancient field recordings, releasing carefully curated products for a deep listening, spiritual experience.
MUSIC FOR THE SPIRIT

Kahil El’Zabar’s America the Beautiful
Spiritmuse Records proudly presents ‘Kahil El’Zabar’s America the Beautiful’, a tour de force musical testament that speaks directly to the heart, mind and spirit. Kahil El’Zabar composed, arranged and conducted ‘America the Beautiful’ to speak musically about the turbulent issues in America (and the world) today, as well as his hopes and love for a better tomorrow.
This incredible album features Kahil El’Zabar with an extended ensemble of woodwinds, brass, strings and an array of Afro-percussion, showcasing extraordinary players such as Corey Wilkes, Tomeka Reid, James Sanders, Josh Ramos, Miguel de la Cerna, Ernie Adams and Hamiet Bluiett (to whom this album is dedicated, as this was his last recording).
Kahil El’Zabar’s ‘America the Beautiful’ is an inspirational message channelled through powerful, spiritual music, that speaks with love, urgency and hope to our current times!

Cosmic Vibrations ft. Dwight Trible – Pathways & Passages
We’re excited to present ‘Nature’s Vision from “Pathways & Passages”, the debut album from “Cosmic Vibrations” – the LA based ensemble led by acclaimed jazz vocalist Dwight Trible, that defines spiritual jazz in the 21st century. A genre-defying amalgamation of divine vocals, soul-stirring jazz, healing poetry, with a rich tapestry of African, Mesoamerican and indigenous North American percussion and instrumentation, taking you on a cosmic journey of spiritual improvisation and beyond.
Cosmic Vibrations is a supergroup of heavyweight musicians with a vast combined experience, an ensemble of 6 souls who approach improvisation full of spirit and without ego. Gathered for this very purpose by Dwight Trible, undoubtedly the most acclaimed vocalist in the realms of spiritual jazz, they’re an incredibly talented and “deeply rooted” group in complete brotherly connection with one another. If you are looking for genuine, soul-enriching spiritual jazz today, look no further than “Pathways & Passages”.

Kahil El’Zabar’s ‘Spirit Groove’ ft David Murray
Kahil El’Zabar’s ‘Spirit Groove’ on Spiritmuse Records is the latest musical inspiration from Kahil El’Zabar, feat. the legendary tenor sax colossus, David Murray. El’Zabar’s & Murray’s collaborative efforts span over 4 decades of exceptional explorations in the varied realms of spiritual jazz. ’Spirit Groove’ is the defining moment upon their incredible journey to meaningful, spiritual art. They’re joined by two extraordinary talents, Emma Dayhuff on acoustic bass and Justin Dillard on synth, piano & organ. This is a phenomenal album, bringing an entirely new, elevated dimension to the spirit of groove!

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble
Be Known Ancient/Future/Music
New spiritual jazz album by the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, led by legendary Chicago percussionist Kahil El’Zabar, an artist in a league of his own, acknowledged throughout the world as the leader in the vanguard of spiritual and afro-futuristic jazz.Alongside El’Zabar on multi-percussion & vocals is Corey Wilkes on trumpet, Alex Harding on baritone sax and Ian Maksin on cello. This is beautiful Afro-centric spiritual jazz on the forefront of the current popular jazz scene. The Ethnic Heritage Ensemble’s music… “seeks to spark a time in which heightened sensibility and higher consciousness will universally be known”.

Abdullah Sami – Peace of Time
In recent years, in the world of jazz and spiritual jazz, the phrase ‘holy grail’ has been often used. Once in a while though the phrase is truly justified, such as is the case with this reissue: Abdullah Sami – “Peace Of Time”
Recorded in New York in August 1977 and released in 1978 on Sami’s own label imprint, only 300 copies were ever pressed. Forty years later, such a fabled, rarely seen artefact would garner mythical status amongst spiritual Jazz seekers with original copies selling online for over $2,000.
Long out of print “Peace of Time” is perhaps the only documentation of Mudon Abdullah Sami’s then burgeoning talent. “Peace of Time” would fade into the almost forgotten recesses of the jazz mythos, until a worldwide search for Mudon Abdullah Sami was begun by the London-based label Spiritmuse Records. After over a year their search for the saxist was accomplished.
“Peace Of Time” showed the world the talent and scope of Mudon Abdullah Sami and remains a classic unto this day and beyond. “Peace of Time” and the story of Mudon Abdullah Sami is the true stuff of legend.

To celebrate our new release, the incredible new spiritual jazz album by Cosmic Vibrations ft. Dwight Trible, we’re doing a cosmic jazz set! It includes two exclusive tracks from our forthcoming release ’Pathways & Passages’, ‘Nature’s Vision & OLBAP, alongside cosmic music by Sun Ra, Alice Coltrane, Jon Hassell, Don Cherry, Nucleus ft Leon Thomas and many more. All vinyl - Enjoy! https://www.mixcloud.com/madonjazz/spiritmuse-presents-183-cosmic-jazz-sounds/ Cosmic Vibrations ft. Dwight Trible - ’Pathways & Passages’, the debut album from by the LA ensemble led by acclaimed jazz vocalist Dwight Trible, is fresh, spiritual jazz for the 21st century. A genre-defying amalgamation of divine vocals, soul-stirring jazz, healing poetry, with a rich tapestry of African, Meso-American and indigenous North American percussion and instrumentation, taking you on a cosmic journey of spiritual improvisation and beyond. Pathways & Passages 180g LP w/ insert • 6panel gatefold CD • digital https://cosmic-vibrations.bandcamp.com/

We're excited to announce the premiere of 'In My House' from ‘Kahil El’Zabar’s Spirit Groove ft. David Murray’, released 12th June via Spiritmuse Records. Kahil El’Zabar’s ‘Spirit Groove’ on Spiritmuse Records is the latest musical inspiration from the spiritual jazz master, ft. the legendary tenor sax colossus, David Murray. ‘In My House’, the first track taken from the album, is fast becoming the 'lockdown / isolation anthem around the world - a true message of hope in these challenging times. In this unique collaboration with the tenor sax colossus David Murray, they’re joined by two extraordinary talents, Emma Dayhuff on acoustic bass and Justin Dillard on synth, organ & piano. ‘In My House’ is of-this-moment relevant, fun and uplifting - an ode to the beauty and resilience of the human spirit. In Kahil El’Zabar’s house you can pray, reach to the soul, sing and dance… day or night! And everyone’s invited! SPIRIT GROOVE RELEASE DATE: 12 JUNE 2020 Worldwide 🔥🔥 Preorder 'In My House' from 'Spirit Groove' here: https://spiritgroove.bandcamp.com/album/kahil-elzabars-spirit-groove-ft-david-murray CREDITS Kahil El’Zabar - multi-percussion & voice David Murray - tenor sax Emma Dayhuff - acoustic bass Justin Dillard - synth, piano, organ Art & Art Direction - Nep Sidhu Videography -...

Kahil El’Zabar’s ‘Spirit Groove’ on Spiritmuse Records is the latest musical inspiration from the spiritual jazz master, ft. tenor sax colossus David Murray. Their collaborative efforts span over 4 decades exploring the varied realms of spiritual jazz, and this is their defining moment upon their journey to meaningful, spiritual art. Joined by the extraordinary Emma Dayhuff & Justin Dillard. In Kahil El'Zabar's own words ‘Spirit Groove’ "intends to move you nakedly with a deep sense of dance on a Mind/Body/Spirit level. From the mouths of Bebop music masters, who were my mentors and that I also had the distinct honor to play with – such as Dizzy Gillespie, Cannonball Adderley, Eddie Harris, Malachi Favors, Jodie Christine, Sonny Stitt, Gene Ammons, and Rahsaan Roland Kirk, they all expressed to me that in the beginning of Bebop, people everywhere danced with Spirit to the music of Charlie Parker! This is the moment to rekindle the motion of social relevance within the legacy of jazz as an improvised people’s movement for social change!” Kahil El’Zabar - multi-percussion & voice David Murray - tenor sax Emma Dayhuff - acoustic bass Justin Dillard - synth, piano, organ Art & Art Direction - Nep Sidhu Videography Christopher Andrew,...

Kahil El’Zabar’s ‘Spirit Groove’ on Spiritmuse Records is the latest musical inspiration from the spiritual jazz master, ft. the legendary tenor sax colossus, David Murray. El’Zabar’s & Murray’s collaborative efforts span over 4 decades of exceptional explorations in the varied realms of spiritual jazz, with ’Spirit Groove’ being the defining moment upon their incredible journey to meaningful, spiritual art. They’re joined by two extraordinary talents, Emma Dayhuff on acoustic bass and Justin Dillard on keys. Following the extraordinary success of Kahil El’Zabar’s Ethnic Heritage Ensemble’s latest album ’Be Known: Ancient/Future/Music’, he swiftly returns with an outstanding performance as leader, composer and musician, consolidating his title of ‘best percussionist’ in the world right now. This is a phenomenal album, bringing an entirely new, elevated dimension to the Spirit of Groove! RELEASE DATE: 12 JUNE 2020 Worldwide Preorder here – link on bio : https://spiritgroove.bandcamp.com/album/kahil-elzabars-spirit-groove-ft-david-murray Kahil El’Zabar – multi-percussion & voice, David Murray – tenor sax, Emma Dayhuff – acoustic bass, Justin Dillard – synth, piano, organ Art & Art Direction – Nep Sidhu Mastering by: Frank Merritt at The Carvery, London Liner Notes by: Paul Bradshaw, Straight No Chaser Videography by: Christopher Andrew, Stoptime Live, Chicago Cover photos by: Siobhan Bradshaw photography, London for…

Big shout to Paul Bradshaw and the Straight No Chaser team for the latest issue 100 of Straigh No Chaser and the special feature & in-depth interview with Kahil El’Zabar and the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble! The whole issue is the epitome of the current worldwide jazz scene, beautifully designed by Swifty. Read the brilliant interview with Kahil El'Zabar, discussing his philosophy on music, the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble's roots and their unique sound, and the inspirations and influences behind their latest album, Be Known: Ancient / Future / Music Get your Straight No Chaser copy here: https://straightnochaser.bigcartel.com/product/straight-no-chaser-100-vol-1?fbclid=IwAR2CCPt8lm-2sd7FZtpfb5OAnp_ATKD6vomiV0rpFng9uPlrg50LuUsBMNQ

Incredible live music coming your way Europe! Ethnic Heritage Ensemble’s second 2019 EU Tour is nearly here! Kahil El’Zabar’s Ancient/Future/Music w/ Corey Wilkes and Alex Harding will be gracing amazing select places and spaces in November across Europe. EHE return in top form following the phenomenal success of their recent tour and their latest, almost sold out album. We’re so looking forward to this one. Europe, don’t miss!🔥🔥 6 NOV CHURCH OF SOUND AT ANCIENNE BELGIQUE - BRUSSELS, BELGIUM 7 NOV CHURCH OF SOUND, LONDON, UK 8 NOV PETITE HALLE PARIS, FR (Also broadcasted on national TV) 11 NOV PRIVATE EVENT, PARIS, FR 14 NOV DUENDE JAZZ BAR THESSALONIKI, GR 15 NOV UNDERFLOW ATHENS, GR If you haven’t already, check the latest album by the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble 🎶 https://ethnicheritageensemble.bandcamp.com/album/be-known-ancient-future-music 2 x Gatefold Vinyl and CD will be available at venues Brilliant pic by Dimitris Papadopoulos