Vinyl
My Favourtite Things
Vinyl isn’t just a format—it’s a ritual, a rebellion, a return to sonic depth. These seven records aren’t just personal favorites; they’re cultural touchstones that echo across continents and generations. Each album listed below is available through our affiliates, and if you choose to purchase via the links provided, internationalists.net may earn a small commission—helping us continue to spotlight global music and resistance. Your support keeps the needle spinning..
1. Gentleman by Fela Kuti
Bold, hypnotic, and fiercely Afrocentric—Gentleman pulses with brass swagger, rhythmic defiance, and political bite. It’s a sonic protest wrapped in groove-heavy, jazz-infused Afrobeat brilliance.
2. Heavenly Ethiopiques - The Best of the Ethiopiques Series
Ethereal, soulful, and deeply nostalgic—Heavenly Ethiopiques glides through vintage Ethiopian jazz, funk, and folk with haunting melodies and timeless grooves that stir the spirit and sway the soul
3. Blue Train by John Coltrane
Blue Train swings with smoky elegance and bold brass energy. “I’m Old Fashioned” adds a tender, nostalgic touch—Coltrane’s lyrical phrasing honoring tradition while hinting at the emotional depth of jazz’s golden age.
4, Bueno Vista Social Club
Buena Vista Social Club was a legendary Cuban music collective formed in 1996, reviving pre-revolutionary genres like son and bolero. Their Grammy-winning album and acclaimed documentary sparked global interest in Cuban culture.
5. Hoodoo Man Blues - Junior Wells Chicago Blues Band
Hoodoo Man Blues (1965) is a landmark Chicago blues album by Junior Wells and Buddy Guy. Raw, soulful, and defiant, it captures the gritty essence of urban blues and Black musical resistance.