Cleveland-raised, New York-based producer and DJ Galcher Lustwerk has come through with a brand new melodic and synth-heavy electronic album titled Information. It’s a cohesive project that features some incredibly catchy and soulful cuts that are perfect for the dancefloor. After the slow-building and synth-heavy opener “Left in the Dark,” the project explodes into life…

Detroit-based musician Kesswa comes through with a brand new EP titled Soften. This is the first time I’ve come across the talented artist, but her beautiful and soulful vocal performance throughout is backed by futuristic and otherworldly production, making this an inspiring listen. The 4-track project kicks off with “Open,” a smooth and heartfelt track…

German producer upper class has come through with a brand new release titled Sesh in Low Res. The album is full of bass-heavy boom-bap production, with silky synths and impeccable energy throughout. The 12-track project kicks off with the slower paced, melodic opener “Hi, Let’s Hang,” before going completely nuts from “Soft Light” all the…

Zann were a German band consisting of 7 members and founded in 1982. They were an outlet for more experimental music, influenced by the likes of Brian Eno’s collaborations with David Byrne and Jon Hassell, German bands like Embryo and Dissidenten, David Sylvian and middle & far eastern music. Strange Ways / Inside Jungle was…

It feels like Wun Two has been releasing gems after gems this year. With projects such as Pirata, Nosferatu EP and Private Love Joy with Wyl, he has established himself as one of the most consistent producers this year. Casino EP is his latest project and continues the streak of consistently great music he’s been putting…

After a week-long break, I am back with a brand new playlist full of tracks I’ve listened to over the last few weeks. This will be one of the last weekly playlists of 2019 as I will be focused on the ‘Songs of 2019’ playlists and end-of-year lists. Tracklist is below as per usual. Enjoy!…

Berlin-based experimental electronic producer Andrew Pekler comes through with a brand new album titled Sounds From Phantom Islands. The project contains 10 tracks, which were created over the last three years for the interactive website Phantom Islands – A Sonic Atlas. The results from this experiment are quite spectacular, with gorgeous field recordings that capture…

Hailing from Tallinn in Estonia, Misha Panfilov has released a brand new project titled Heli Maagia. This is the first time I’ve come across this talented musician, and I’m impressed with his ability to create moody, synth-heavy electronic soundscapes that are colourful and wonderfully arranged. The album opens with “Elu Märgid” a glittery and colourful…

Swedish producer Bella Boo comes through with her debut album titled Once Upon A Passion. The house producer is able to create moody and reflective electronic compositions that feel passionate and personal. The opening track “Can’t Leave You Like This” is a beautiful opener, with synth leads and slow-paced rhythms that set the tone for…

Born and raised in Oakland, Nappy Nina has had quite a year. With the release of her highly anticipated album The Tree Act earlier this year she has established herself as one of the most talented poets to grace the scene this year. On her brand new album Dumb Doubt, she continues to shine, with…

Based in Goiânia, Brazil, Pedro Kastelijns has come through with stellar new psychedelic album titled Som das Luzis. Featuring dreamy synths, guitar leads and ethereal vocals throughout, the talented musician has created a captivating album that perfectly captures his aura through music. The 12 track album starts off with “Luzi 3,” a gorgeous guitar-led track…

London-based producer sweetestcape has come through with a fantastic 3-track EP titled 1​-​800​-​BOATTAXI. With thumping beats and incredibly infectious grooves, this project brings incredibly energy. “I CAN BE” features a bass-heavy beat that rumbles every time it hits, really bringing a captivating and electric energy to the track. The synths and vocals throughout add texture…

Ghanaian musician Alogte Oho has released a new album along with his Sounds of Joy titled Mam Yinne Wa. He grew up in the rainforest of southern Ghana before moving up to the land of the Frafra in the savannah of northern Ghana as a young boy. His passion for gospel and church music was…

London-based trio Still Moving released a brand new self-titled EP. Comprising of Nat Philipps on saxophone, Pike Ogilvy on drums, and Sam Bates on synthesisers and drum machines, the trio embark on a journey full of textured and atmospheric soundscapes that are beautiful and captivating to listen to. The opening track “Sharp Arts” is a…

London-based musician Greg Foat comes through with a brand new album titled The Dreaming Jewels. The talented artist has been able to create interesting and eclectic bodies of work such as The Mage, and this new release titled The Dreaming Jewels comes as a pleasant surprise to me. It’s an 8 track album with soothing…

Portland, Oregon based musician Jarrod Lawson comes through with a brand new album titled VISIONS under the Orpheus moniker. He’s able to bring smooth, atmospheric and layered electronic compositions to his music that sound soothing and wonderfully arranged. The album opens up with the smooth, textured “Arrival.” With gorgeous keys, a groovy bassline and subtle…

Minneapolis-based multi-instrumentalist MMYYKK comes through with a sublime new project titled ElectroSoul EP. It’s a mesmerising body of work, full of angelic synths and keys throughout that add so much soul and ethereal qualities. The beat on “Better [For the Love]” kicks this EP off beautifully with smooth keys and MMYYKK’s voice that is as…

Polish-based jazz artist Piotr Damasiewicz comes through with a brand new project alongside the Power of the Horns Ensemble titled Polska. Polish jazz has been making a lot of noise recently, especially in London so hearing new stuff come out is always exciting. This is a dynamic and eclectic listen, as they are able to…

imbi the girl’s music comes from a place of pure and unfiltered honesty as they bring a deeply resonant poetic aura to their music. back then is a gorgeous body of work, with beautiful textured production that adds colour and true personality to the project. Their influence ranges from rappers like Noname to beat poets…

Ivory Coast’s Baoulé music scene changed forever when singer, composer, percussionist and women’s rights activist Antoinette Konan dropped her debut self-titled 1986 debut album. She introduced the world to the Ahoko (a traditional percussion instrument originating from the central part of Ivory Coast, Africa), as well as bringing lively, textured and colourful compositions to her…

JazzZ is a singer from Lagos, Nigeria. Her brand new project Yummy Vibes is a gorgeous, layered and rhythmic one, as she brings influences from afrobeats, R&B, Caribbean and soul music. It’s a fantastic body of work, and I’m quite happy I found this absolute gem. The opener “My Body” is absolutely stunning, with a…

Blonde is a collaborative project between veteran producer Haz Beats and vocalist and producer Miloux. Together they have created a soulful, hip-hop and R&B inspired project, with a beautifully melodic album tone that features hard-hitting boom-bap production throughout. The 6 track project kicks off with “Problem,” a gorgeous opener with wonderful synth leads and fantastic…

House of Pharaohs rapper Sam Wise has come through with a brand new project titled Sorry You Were Saying (SYWS). The talented musician has been making waves recently with his visceral delivery and flow, as well as his intricate and introspective lyricism. This new album further cements his position as one of the best rappers…

One of my favourite producers is back with a new tape and I’m super excited. New York-based talent ewonee . has released an incredibly groovy, soulful and melodic new beat tape titled Fakie Flip. I’ve been a fan of his for a while now, and it’s projects such as Molecular Structure that have cemented him…

New York-based artist Adé Hakim aka sixpress has come through with a brand new album titled HAPPIEST PEOPLE IN THE WORLD WIDE WEB. I’ve been excited for this new project for a while now, as I’ve been a fan of his idiosyncratic, chopped production and his raw and inspiring lyricism. This new project is exactly…

Elkka is a London based DJ, producer and founder of femme culture, a label and collective championing women in the arts and pushing for more female representation within the music industry. It’s an inspiring movement and collective, and I’m excited for their growth. Elkka’s new project is titled Every Body Is Welcome EP, an electronic…

London-based rapper and Dresden-based Scientific come through with a brand new single titled “Kimchi.” I’ve been a fan of this incredible duo for a while now through releases such as “Too Many Problems” and “Equivalent Exchange.” They are back with an incredible new single that once again exceeds expectations and makes me scream I NEED…

Another Sunday another playlist! This one will be the last one for a little while, as I take a break from In Search Of Media to work on related large project I hope to finish soon. Tracklist is below as per usual. If you enjoy it, please give it a follow! Would mean a lot!…