Various Artists

Inspired by the resurgence of the spirit of Funk around the globe, the compilers have taken the intention to give a taste of Estonian music of the bygone Soviet era, during which the government attempted to control the artists and music being made. Nevertheless, a lot of influences made it through, as ESSR was the westernmost country in the Soviet Union. Since 1970s, Estonia's been a surprisingly fruitful ground for funk, soul, disco and jazz music. Just as well, contemporary acts like Misha Panfilov Sound Combo, Lexsoul Dancemachine and Estrada Orchestra have been well received in Europe and US. Archive findings by Frotee Records (e.g. Velly Joonas - Stopp Seisku Aeg), Peoples Potential Unlimited (e.g. Uku Kuut and Maryn releases) and Hyper Records (Collage represess) have met excited feedback. This LP serves as a worthy addition to introduce the small country's musical legacy.

• 01 Collage - Mets Neidude Vahel
• 02 Marju Kuut - Uksi Kuid Vabana
• 03 Tiiu Varik - Naed Vaid Oma Silmi
• 04 Tonis Magi and Music Seif - Sa Haara Kinni Mu Kaest
• 05 Els Himma - Keskoo
• 06 Valter Ojakaar - Rasked Veosed
• 07 Uno Naissoo - Marss Eksprompt
• 08 Gunnar Graps and Magnetic Band - Leidmine
• 09 Eesti TV and Raadio Estraadiorkester - Keskoosamba (instrumental)
• 10 Tarmo and Toomos Urb - Valgud Peeglis (feat Vanemode - short version)
• 11 Eesti Raadio Estraadiorkester - Malestuste Teel (instrumental)