Pacific Theatre Records

Mondo Freaks have capped a milestone year with the release of the instrumental edition of their self-titled debut album, unveiled this week on their Every Star Records imprint. The Melbourne ten-piece, known for their Boogie and Funk foundations, originally issued Mondo Freaks in October, yet a deep dive into the album's multitrack sessions revealed how vividly the arrangements stood on their own. With production layers shaped by the renowned mixer Michael Brauer, the band felt the detailed instrumentation deserved its own presentation, creating a companion release that highlights the album's core musical architecture.

Australia's premier Hammond soul trio, Cookin' On 3 Burners, are back in the groove with their first studio album in six years, Cookin' The Books. The new record finds the Melbourne band in blazing form, deep in the pocket, wide in scope, and overflowing with vintage funk and soul flavours.