As an integral part on the growing and thriving London and UK jazz scene, talented tuba player Theon Cross is known for his explosive live shows and dense compositions that showcase his different influences, from early New Orleans bass line influences as well as the synth soundscapes and rhythms from modern grime and trap. On…

I’ll just say this right now, Intalekt is one of my favourite producers at the moment. As a producer, he has come out with projects such as his 2015 breakthrough It Is What It Is. Last year was big for him as one half of hip-hop duo Billy Dukes (alongside talented mc GeeFree), as they…

Te’Amir is an acclaimed drummer and producer hailing from Los Angeles, California. Having played and performed with a plethora of world class musicians such as Kamasi Washington, Kendrick Lamar, Kadhja Bonet and Aloe Blacc, among others of course, the extent of his influence within the jazz and beat scene spans far and wide. His talents…

Hello everyone, hope you’re all having a great Sunday! This week’s playlist is dedicated entirely to the legend James Dewitt Yancey, aka J Dilla. It was the legendary producer’s birthday on the 7th February, and today marks his unfortunate death anniversary. This is why, this week is entirely his. I have selected records that have…

Talented pianist, composer and live remixer Mark de Clive-Lowe has been a legend within the music scene, creating phenomenal projects in his time. His newest album Heritage is probably his most personal one yet as it takes a deep dive into his own heritage. He focuses more heavily on his Japanese ancestry, as he shares…

Led by composer, arranger and alto saxophonist Cassie Kinoshi, SEED Ensemble is a ten-piece jazz group formed in 2016. Her work with all-female jazz septet Nerija and the legendary afrobeat jazz group Kokoroko has made her one of the most exciting talents within the London jazz scene, and SEED Ensemble’s new album Driftglass is just…

Gaijin Blues consists of Polish-based musician Naphta and his bandmate Playstation Yoga Music. They have finally released their highly anticipated EP, a tribute to Japanese pop culture, manga and video games, which is a result of them touring to different regions of Japan and spending time in record shops, as well as playing classic RPGs.…

Time Grove is a Tel Aviv based based ensemble guided by acclaimed pianist Nitai Hershkovits alongside one third of Buttering Trio, and newly signed Stones Throw recording artist, Rejoicer. More Than One Thing is their debut album released on acclaimed London-based label Wah Wah 45s, and my god is it powerful. The aura that Nitai…

Hey guys! It’s been a busy week, hope life is treating all of you well. New Sunday means a new playlist, and I have a good one for you all! More beats, with some neo-soul and hip-hop I’ve been listening to. Hope you enjoy! TracklistAl Dobson Jr. – Seeds (Early Days) (Sounds from the Village,…

London-based musician Al Dobson Jr. is among one of the greatest producers of our generation. I say this because his compositions are raw with hypnotic grooves and bass-heavy beats that bring such energy to his music that it’s impossible not to bob your head to, enjoy and repeat. His newest project, Sounds From The Village…

East London emcee Dualeh Oke is on the path to greatness, I see it in his musical growth over the last year or so. Despite all this, I’ve been admiring his talents to the side without actually covering his new releases, so I’m terribly sorry about that. But with the release of his new single…

Deniece Williams to me has one of the most ethereal and wonderful voices of all time. Her debut 1976 album This Is Niecy is a classic, a true masterpiece of her time that truly highlighted her vocal range and ability to create music that stands the test of time. Her 1982 album Niecy is another…

Richmond, Virginia legend Ohbliv comes through with an incredible new release titled Soulphonic. I’ve been following this man’s growth for years now and it’s honestly amazing seeing his growth from year to year with each album, in my honest opinion, being better than the last. This new release highlights Ohbliv’s talents to the max, with…

Mutant Academy, man. They are the hip-hop collective to follow this year. After covering a few of their releases in the past, (especially Panama Plus, which was among my favourite releases in 2017), I’m excited to write about this next release from Tuamie titled Emergency Raps, Vol. 4, which acts as a collaborative project between…

As usual, this week has been filled with amazing releases, new discoveries and well needed gems that have guided me through the past seven days. It has been a musically diverse and eclectic week, and I’ve had trouble sequencing the tracks because of this. Includes music from Slowthai, Clever Austin, Christoph El’ Truento, Michal Urbaniak…

East-London talented artist Jay Prince starts the year off with an fantastic new 7-track release titled WONDER. With trap infused production and a confident delivery, Jay Prince shines through as one of the most exciting artists within the growing UK hip-hop scene. Looking back at his discography, it’s great to see his growth throughout the…

In celebration of New Zealand-based producer christoph el’ trueno’s 30th birthday just a couple of days ago, the talented musician released a collection of tracks he calls peace maker dub. with 10 tracks of the best dub music I’ve heard in a while, christoph el ‘truento continues to show why he is one of the…

Listening to this record, it’s amazing to think that legendary drummer Ivan ‘Mamão’ Conti is in his seventies, experimenting with electronic rhythms and Brazilian funk music. Poison Fruit is the result of his efforts, an extensive catalog of electronic sounds and heavy Latin-grooves that keep you moving. As one third of cult Rio jazz-funk trio…

Oh yes. London based musician Swindle comes through with a brand new album, an exceptional new release on Brownswood Records titled No More Normal. 11 tracks long and just over 30 minutes in length, this genre-bending release is an excellent representation of the sound of the UK, with grime, soul, jazz and heavy funk being…

Organic Pulse Ensemble is a modern jazz “onesemble” hailing from Sweden. Organic Pulse Ensemble EP acts as an introduction to this talented artist’s work. It’s only three tracks long, but it displays such density in sound and impeccable compositions that blow my mind considering there’s one person who arranged and recorded all of this. “The…

Swiss producer Wodoo Wolcan combines forces with Boston-based talented emcee Goodman Brown in a collaborative album titled Telescopes, released on Urban Waves Records. With laid back and soulful instrumentals, Goodman Brown is able to flow effortlessly throughout the lush and beautifully arranged soundscapes Wodoo Wolcan is able to craft over the 15-track project. It features…

It’s been a fascinating decade watching the genius of James Blake unfold before us. His 2011 debut album, simply titled James Blake, gave us a glimpse into the mind of an electronic musician destined for stardom. Before that, he had released EPs and side-projects through Hessle Audio and R&S Records, amazing works of experimental electronic…

One of the artists to watch in 2019, London based rapper and producer Louis VI comes through with his first single of the year titled “Station Wagon” featuring Dozer Carter. This is his first release since his phenomenal 2018 album SUGAR LIKE SALT, and it’s safe to say that it’s an absolute banger. More trap…

Fredfades and Jawn Rice both hail from the beautiful country of Norway, and have been making music together for over a decade now. Often releasing music through one of my favourite labels Mutual Intentions, they join forces on this exciting new record they call Jacuzzi Boyz. 9 tracks in length, this new release is one…

Ill Considered are a London-based 4-piece jazz band that came to my attention just today through the release of two phenomenal back to back albums, Ill Considered 5 and Ill Considered 6. What I find incredible about this band is that the two projects they released back to back are mostly improvised in sessions, as…

Ill Considered are a London-based 4-piece jazz band that came to my attention just today through the release of two phenomenal back to back albums, Ill Considered 5 and Ill Considered 6. What I find incredible about this band is that the two projects they released back to back are mostly improvised in sessions, as…

Hope you guys have all had a great week! It’s been terrific in terms of music discovery, a ton of new albums that came out plus some that I have recently discovered. From James Blake to Khana Bierbood, this week’s playlist varies from heavy psychedelic music to dubstep to hip-hop to neo-soul. The tracklisting and…

If you haven’t peeped some of the music coming out of Canada, more specifically Montreal, I suggest you do so as soon as possible. KALLITECHNIS is a Canadian soulful R&B singer I have become familiar with through her excellent feature on Billy Dukes’ debut album The Intervention “Chill.” She has a close working relationship with…

Aesop Rock is known for having the most verbose emcees in hip-hop. With his intricate wordplay and wild imagery, he has become one of the most fascinating characters in the genre for me. His willingness to embrace the weird and experimental has led to this new collaborative album with TOBACCO, who is recognised as Black…