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Music: Mark de Clive-Lowe – CHURCH Sessions
Mark de Clive-Lowe has had a busy year so far. He has released albums titled Heritage and Heritage II, as well as being an integral part of the sound on Ronin Arkestra’s brand new album Sonkei. He describes his newest project CHURCH Sessions as “equal parts jazz club, dance party and live remix experiment.” The…
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Music: Hak Baker – Babylon
London-based artist Hak Baker comes through with a brand new Mixtape titled Babylon. The gorgeous melodies throughout this project are complemented by raw and honest lyricism from the talented musician, who is introspective and honest throughout this project, pushing himself musically as well to great results. The project starts off with “Big House” with infectious…
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Music: Jadasea & Edgar the Breathtaker – half-life
One of London’s finest rappers Jadasea teams up with one of London-s finest producers Edgar the Breathtaker (aka King Krule) on a new EP titled half-life. They’re some of my favourite artists at the moment, so it’s great seeing them create such a beautiful new project. The 5-track EP starts off with “ties,” a gorgeous,…
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In Search Of Media Weekly: Playlist #43
Another Sunday another weekly playlist! Wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has followed the playlist so far, we have reached the 50 follower mark, and it’s still growing! A lot of good tunes this week, so make sure you catch up with the latest right here! Tracklist is below as per usual.…
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Earl Sweatshirt’s attention to detail, both lyrically and sonically makes FEET OF CLAY a fascinating listening experience
After Earl Sweatshirt released his third studio album Some Rap Songs last year, I thought it would be the last time I would hear from the gifted artist for a a few years. So I was pleasantly surprised to find out he was releasing an extended play titled FEET OF CLAY, and now that it’s…
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Music: Natural Lateral – Cogito Ergo Jam
Echoing jazz legends like Azymuth, Roy Ayers and Lonnie Liston Smith, London-based band Natural Lateral have come through with an excellent new album titled Cogito Ergo Jam. With gorgeous textures and wonderful energy throughout, this is a wonderful project with a lot of infectious grooves and moments throughout. The intimate energy throughout the album can…
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Music: GoGo Penguin – Ocean In A Drop (Music For Film)
Manchester-based trio GoGo Penguin have released a brand new project titled Ocean In A Drop (Music For Film). With gorgeous piano and synth-led melodies and engaging, energetic compositions throughout, this project is a reflective listen. The piano-led compositions on “Time-Lapse City” is fantastic, with basslines and infectious rhythms to the music. “Control Shift” is a…
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Music: Michele Manzo – ALL RISE
Talented multi-instrumentalist Michele Manzo has come through with his highly anticipated new album titled ALL RISE. Drawing inspiration from hip-hop, soul, dub and Brazilian music, the talented musician has created a funky and engaging new album that captures a true soulful aura that I absolutely love. The first two tracks “All Rise” and “Crackablackalacka” feature…
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Music: Sudan Archives – Athena
First known as an avant-garde violinist, Sudan Archives has blossomed and turned into an incredibly gifted producer. Playing loop pedals and using her violin for soulful and poignant melodies, she has blossomed into one of the most exciting musicians in recent years. On her newest project Athena, she takes that sound and amplifies it musically…
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Music: Voldy Moyo – Paper World
Hailing from Wakefield in Yorkshire, Voldy Moyo aka V7BACKIN2007 has been making some really interesting music recently. With trap-influenced production and quirky electronic rhythms throughout his music, the rapper has been able to create a dark tone with his music, through introspective and humorous raps that are intriguing to me. On his newest release Paper…
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Music: Apollo Brown – Sincerely, Detroit
Legendary Detroit producer Apollo Brown has come through with an absolutely massive two-disc album titled Sincerely, Detroit that pays homage to the hip-hop legacy of the city. Featuring the likes of Black Milk, Elzhi, Illa J, Slum Village, Guilty Simpson, Phat Kat, Nolan The Ninja, Crown Nation and Clear Soul Forces among many other artists.…
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Music: YUNGMORPHEUS – A GLIMPSE OF POWER
LA-based musician YUNGMORPHEUS has come through with a brand new project titled A GLIMPSE OF POWER. Being a fan of his music for a few years now, I was excited to hear more new releases from the talented artist. This new project if his is soulful and experimental, showcasing his skills as a talented producer.…
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Music: Kaidi Tatham – You Find That I Got It / Mjuvi EP
The legend Kaidi Tatham comes through with a quick two track EP titled Find That I Got It / Mjuvi. Having been a fan of his music for some time with releases such as It’s A World Before You and Serious Times EP, I always anticipate new music from the talented artist. On “You Find…
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Music: ZOD1AC – Tides
Ohio-based producer ZOD1AC comes through with a brand new album titled Tides. It’s my first introduction to the young talented musician, and I’m impressed by the soulful, guitar-heavy compositions that are backed by smooth synths and hard-hitting beats that perfectly flow from one track to another. From the stunning guitar-led opener of “Vapor Trails” to…
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Music: Waajeed – Hocus Pocus EP
Detroit music legend Waajeed has come through with a brand new EP titled Hocus Pocus. His rich discography includes projects like From The Dirt and Ten Toes Down EP, so hearing new music from the talented artist is always anticipated, and as per usual, I’m impressed by the rich, textured electronic rhythms and compositions he…
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Music: Naye Fshr – Young Man, Old Soul
London-based music journalist and producer Naye Fshr comes through with a brand new album titled Young Man, Old Soul. The talented musician has released some stellar projects in the past such as Rhodes To Success EP and The Seleção Trio, and just adds more great music to his growing discography. The album is 14 tracks in…
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Music: LORD BYRON – RIKU
Talented Dallas-based producer LORD BYRON comes through with a brand new project titled RIKU. I have followed him for a while now with some stellar releases such as 33 EP and as a part of KRYPTONYTE. He has come through with what I can describe as a trap album with house and electronic influences throughout.…
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Music: Joy Orbison – Slipping
One of the most celebrated electronic musicians of the last decade of so Joy Orbison has come through with a brand new EP titled Slipping. I’ve been a fan of his music for a while now so I’m really happy there’s new music from him. The 6 track project is full of dark, bass-heavy compositions…
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Music: Saul – Murmurations
Saul is a new duo comprising of Barney Whittaker (Footshooter) and Jack Stephenson-Oliver (Vels Trio / Poppy Ajudha / Charlotte dos Santos). They have come through with a brand new project titled Murmurations, and it’s an excellent soulful dance EP with some incredible grooves and compositions. The 6 tracks on this project span 27 minutes,…
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Music: Ill Camille & Damani Nkosi – HARRIETT
Together, California-based poets Ill Camille and Damani Nkosi are HARRIETT. I’ve been anticipating this release for a while, especially through Ill Camille’s extraordinary past work. Her visceral and animated lyricism coupled with Damani Nkosi’s honest poetry and intricate wordplay makes for a dense, introspective and beautifully spiritual album. The 10 track album is 53 minutes…
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Portraying the darker and eerier side of fashion consumerism, In Fabric masters intensity with the mystical to perfection
*WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD* Directed by Peter Strickland, who also did Berberian Sound Studio (2012) and The Duke of Burgundy (2014), In Fabric (2018) tells the story of Sheila Woodchapel (portrayed by Marianne Jean-Baptiste), a divorced mother who visits a bewitched store in London to find a gorgeous red dress that she thinks would help her…
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Music: Moses Boyd – Stranger Than Fiction (Single)
Talented London-based drummer, producer and composer Moses Boyd has come through with a brand new single titled “Stranger Than Fiction.” Having been a big fan of his solo work through albums such as Displaced Diaspora (also one of my favourite albums of 2018), I have anticipated almost every release from the young artist, and this…
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Music: Oscar Jerome – Lizard Street (Single)
London-based singer, guitarist and all-around talented musician Oscar Jerome comes through with a brand new single titled “Lizard Street.” Having been a fan of this man’s work for years now, it’s always exciting to get new music from him, and this track does not disappoint. His passionate vocal performance is more raw and unfiltered than…
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Music: Ben Vince & Jacob Samuel – I’ll Stick Around
I’ll Stick Around is a collaborative album by two incredibly talented and wildly unique artists. With electronic arrangements and wailing saxophones throughout, this free jazz album is unsettling, fascinating and utterly mesmerising. Broken down into 4 tracks, the project starts off with “Fig. 1,” a moody and piano-led piece that draws me in to their…
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Music: Louis VI – NATURE (Single)
Talented London-based artist Louis VI comes through with a brand new single titled “NATURE.” Having released one of my favourite albums of last year in SUGAR LIKE SALT, I always anticipate new music from the rapper and producer. This new single does not disappoint at all, bringing a soulful, textured sound, and accompanied by introspective and…
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In Search Of Media Weekly: Playlist #42
Another Sunday another playlist! This one features 18 tracks and is a reflection of some of the best hip-hop, electronic and jazz music I’ve been listening to over the last week. Tracklist is below as per usual. TracklistShunaji – Perfect Like Venus (Single)Adé Hakim – Along the Hudson (Single)Sporting Life – Crux ft MIKE &…
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Music: Benezer – Slap EP
London-based musician Benezer has come through with a brand new project titled Slap EP. I found out about him through a mutual friend, my partner, who has encouraged me to listen to his take on hip-hop. I’m glad I have because this project is pretty great. The EP as a whole is trap influenced, with…
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Music: Hemlock Ernst & Kenny Segal – Back At The House
I’ve been waiting to listen to a full length Hemlock Ernst album for the longest time. Having been a fan of him initially through his work as lead singer of indie rock band as Sam T. Herring Future Islands, I was floored by his rapping ability. He comes through with a brand new album alongside…
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Music: 30/70 – Fluid Motion
Incredible Melbourne-based band 30/70 come through with their highly anticipated new album titled Fluid Motion. The whole Melbourne soul and jazz scene is incredible, having witnessed Mandarin Dreams back in August. This new project is soulful and incredibly textured, with keys and synths that ooze soul and sublime beauty. The drumming on “Brunswick Hustle” from…
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Music: Teebs – Anicca
Legendary LA-based producer Teebs is back with a brand new album titled Anicca, his first in about 5 years. I have been a big fan of his melodic and mellow production, as he’s always been able to bring a spiritual, reflective tone throughout his work. This new album is no different, bringing a plethora of…