The Selected Works series on NuNorthern Soul began as a practical response to a stalled compilation project. What started with direct collaboration with Ryo Kawasaki evolved into a selective framework for revisiting important catalogues through trust, access and dialogue. Each release is artist-led, carefully licensed, contextualised through in-depth sleeve notes, and presented with hand-cut stencil artwork by Chris Maude. Selected Works moves slowly by design, documenting mu

A celebration of memory, culture, and connection between Wales and the Balearics. As NuNorthern Soul continues to build a catalogue of music rooted in reflection, discovery, and timeless expression, this blog post takes a deeper dive into one of the label’s most meaningful projects. On 1st March 2024, NuNorthern Soul unveiled Cofio / Recorda / Remembrance — a release that transcends the idea of a conventional record.

One of the joys of running NuNorthern Soul is discovering artists who bring something fresh and heartfelt to the Balearic sound. JILO is one of those.

B.J. Smith returns to NuNorthern Soul with Dedications To The Greats Vol. 4 — reimagining Billy Swan’s Don’t Be Cruel in three expansive, Balearic-tinged versions.

We’re halfway through the year and NuNorthern Soul has already delivered a run of varied and well-received releases. From debut...

NuNorthern Soul returns with Ondas Horizontales Remixes — Balearic reworks from Ruf Dug, Steve Cobby, Andres y Xavi and Simon Sheldon.

Explore the sound of Balearic music through the defining releases of NuNorthern Soul. Featuring tracks from BJ Smith, Ron Basejam, Jasper van’t Hof, Ryo Kawasaki, and Balaphonic, this deep dive captures the soul and spirit of a label built on atmosphere and emotion.

Roots Artefact rooted in the rich heritage of reggae and sound system culture.