It’s been over 20 years since Kenny Dixon Jr. released Black Mahogani. An album rich in atmosphere and emotion, offering a quintessential journey through deep house, soul, and jazz. Timeless yet modern, it’s an immersive and emotionally resonant experience that reflects the singular character of Detroit’s deep musical heritage. With the help of Detroit legends like the late Amp Fiddler, Roberta Sweed, and Norma Jean Bell, Dixon infused his analog soundscapes and samples with a new organic warmth?expanding the deep house genre while simultaneously paying homage to 1970s soul and cinematic soundtracks. It’s not just a landmark in electronic music, but a definitive statement in 21st-century Black American music. Smokey colour vinyl version with obi strip. Originally released in 2004, Black Mahogani is arguably one of Moodymann?s most revered and sought-after works. It completes the puzzle laid out by his rare and elusive KDJ 12? releases from the mid to late ’90s.

Disc 1

1. Holiday

2. Roberta Jean Machine

3. I Need You So Much

4. Runaway

5. I’m Doing Fine

6. Shades Of Jae

Disc 2

1. Riley’s Song

2. Mahogani 9000

3. Breakin’ (Detroit)

4. Mascara

Disc 3

1. E-102

2. Black Mahogani (Alternative Mix)

3. Do It (Detroit)