Reincarnation is the new beat tape album from Hungarian artist Mujo情. 28 tracks worth of chilled out, atmospheric beats and funky grooves makes this for a spiritual and uplifting listen, just like the gorgeous album cover. All the beats are produced by Mujo情, with features including Monma, Smuv, Mr. Brown & Plusma.  Though this is my first encounter…

Italian producer Fatb has released an excellent new project titled Galleta on Dezi-Belle Records. As per usual, the talented musician comes through with an album full of drum-heavy, moody and sample based music. Sampling vocals from the likes of Method Man and MF DOOM, to name a few, the raw hip-hop aspect of this project makes…

Time for a bit of Japanese afro-beat. Yes, you heard that right. Ajate is a Japanese band formed in 2011, consisting of 10 musicians and led by John Imaeda. Abrada is their new full-length project, which is released on 180g Records. With a mixture of afro-beat dance music and traditional Japanese festival music called ‘Ohayashi,’ this…

It goes without saying that this tape is dope. Pete Rock, easily one of the greatest producers in hip-hop history is back with a new instrumental album titled Lost Sessions. With his trademark sampling, drum programming and soulful vibes, this is a tape you cannot miss, simply because of it’s undeniable quality. It’s a good…

REG JULA is a producer from Leeds, UK. Running Tangents is his new beat tape, highly recommended for those who are looking for rap edits, reworks and remixes. It contains soulful, reggae-inspired vibes with grit and bounce through the hard-hitting drums and basslines. Along with this project, I recommend you guys check out his Work Ethics tapes,…

Ever so often I stumble across a piece of music which stuns me to goosebumps. Duval Timothy is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary artist who works and lives in between London and Freetown, Sierra Leone. You can read more about his artistic journey here. Sen Am is his 3rd, latest musical accomplishment, a gorgeous, rich and textured…

This is my first encounter with DEDE’s music. I’m not going to pretend like I know much about this young musician, whose debut album Panoply just came out on Fresh Selects, one of my favourite record labels. Panoply doesn’t sound like anything Fresh Selects have released, or anything I’ve reviewed, for that matter. The pop-sensibility of…

Another gem of the London jazz scene, the highly talented collective Ruby Rushton are back with their second instalment of their album series Trudi’s Songbook: Volume Two. The chemistry between the members as strong as ever. 6 tracks worth of exciting, vibrant jazz. Whether it’s Edward Cawthorne’s (aka Tenderlonius) flawless flute or saxophone performance, Nick…

Talented Japanese beatmaker Budamunk is back with a new project which is part of the Fat Beats instrumental series Baker’s Dozen. Being one of the pioneers of the beat scene in Japan, Budamunk never disappoints when it comes to releasing new music, and this new project follows that sentiment. With Dilla-esque drum programming, sample-based beats…

Knxwledge is consistently putting out tapes by the month. All of them are crazy, which is a testament to his talent. Every conversation I have with someone about Knxwledge’s music, I always mention the fact that to me the torch has been passed to him from J Dilla. WT.11_8 proves this yet again, with sampling Dipset,…

Books never fails to disappoint with his releases. Following the impeccable, memorable and groovy last release Feel it in my Bones, (for which I wrote a piece on it for Music is My Sanctuary), Books is back with another two tracks full of incredible, tribal and soulful energy. High Praise Edits Vol 1 features two new disco-house cuts,…

Following one of the most excited releases last year in Reginald Omas Mamode IV, the South London artist is back with an equally groovy, funky and ethereal album titled Children of Nu. It’s the D’Angelo -like grooves, hypnotic basslines and bouncy drums that make this album such a joy to listen to. This is prevalent on…

A quick new release from the guy Pink Siifu, titled heart on my face. With Gonjasufi levels of psychadelia, a soothing voice and beautiful poetry from Akeema Zane, this is a sweet new addition to Pink Siifu’s great discography. Hot of his collaborative project with Ahwlee titled BRWN, he is quicky becoming one of the most…

Created between 2014-2017 while making the move from San Francisco to Los Angeles, Devonwho has released his new beat tape titled Betaloops. 42 tracks worth of hard-hitting synth-heavy, 8-bit inspired beats and loops, this project is definitely worth a listen to. Highlights include ‘questions2,’ ‘skywhipping,’ ‘deep111alt’ and ‘4z_funk’, just to name a few. Devonwho embodies…

A lot can happen in two years. Relationship break-ups, family problems, personal issues which are difficult to deal with. Life can be very unpredictable, which has been the case for New Jersey musician Space Gang, who has unfortunately dealt with things such as anxiety and depression in the past, which has affected his ability to…

EABS are a fast-emerging talented group of musicians from Wrocław, Poland. Consisting of Marek Pędziwiatr on piano, synths and vocals, Vojto Monteur on guitar, Paweł Stachowiak on bass, Jakub Kurek on trumpet, Olaf Węgier on tenor sax, Marcin Rak on drums and Spisek Jednego on the turntables, EABS are diverse in sound, creating a myriad of different emotive performances and atmospheres. On…

It’s come to the point where I have run out of superlatives to describe Swarvy and his artistry. From a joint collaborative album with lojii (Due Rent) to this Blends series, this guy does not sleep. The latest release features his usual, funk-driven reworks of a plethora of different tracks. I’ve wanted to hear a…

Brighton-based record label Mr. Bongo, who specialise in some of the best Brazilian, Latin, reggae, African and Jazz music right now, have released Record Club Volume Two, a new compilation album full of soul-cuts, disco and world grooves (Latin American and African gems). Their history is fascinating, and I encourage all of you to read up…

Armand Hammer is a duo consisting of New York rappers Elucid & Billy Woods. Their new album ROME dense new album with aggressive, introspective and intricate lyrics, diverse flows and a dark, uneasy soundscape, with production from Messiah Musik, August Fanon, Fresh Kils, High Priest, Kenny Segal and JPEGMAFIA. Features on this album include the genius…

How is it possible that ever single Dump Gawd album, no matter from which artist, sounds absolutely crazy? This might be one of the illest groups of musicians in a long time. al.divino this time comes through with a grimy, and gangster album – DUMPGAWD: DIVINO EDITION 2. With features from ESTEE NACK and production from DUTCHMASTERED,…

Affiliated to my favourite collective of hip-hop artists from the US, rapper Kungg Fuu comes through with a new album titled Devil Slayer featuring verses from Tha God Fahim and production from Wiardon, Nicholas Craven, Tha God Fahim, and Kungg Fuu himself.The eerie production on this album reminds me of previous Dump Gawd releases, so…

Henry Wu and Earl Jeffers release a short but captivating two-track EP titled Projections EP, released on the great Motor City Drum Ensemble label. Both tracks “Projections” and “Hi Life” are over seven minutes worth of groove-heavy house grooves that incorporate gorgeous synth-keys along with pulsating basslines that get your heart racing. The former track really include subtle…

Released on the incredible New Zealand-based label Cosmic Compositions, jitwam.’s new release ज़ितम सिहँ   is an incredibly futuristic take on LA style beatmaking, a tribal and eerie tone, which reminds me of some of Gonjasufi’s earlier work, and an ambience which makes it a relaxing and spiritual listen. There are hints of Toro Y Moi and…

You are witnessing greatness. Mutant Academy members Fly Anakin, Koncept Jack$on & Tuamie release Panama Plus, a raw, soulful and essential album. I know I’ve made different claims for album of the year throughout the last 11 months, but this might actually, certainly, definitely be my favourite release of the year (after two listens). The raw…

Yikes the Zero is a talented producer, composer and artist from Philadelphia. I have been in awe by his ability to paint a canvas so vivid, experimental and concise on an album. His new album Doctor Molotov’s Gallery of Portals features 12 tracks of gripping, sinister and euphoric music, all bottled up into what I see as…

Miryam Solomon is a London-based singer and songwriter by way of Sweden and Eritrea. She released her debut EP back in 2014 titled Evergreen to critical acclaim. A short but sweet project, Evergreen showcased her talents as a vocalist and overall musician with a soft, rhythmic and tribal sound to accompany her gorgeous voice. She is back again with…

If in a word association exercise you happen to say ‘Australia,’ the first word, or rather phrase, which is likely to pop in my head is ‘great music.’ There is a unique, soulful and spiritual vibe from a lot of music coming from down under, and 30/70’s new release is no exception. The Melbourne collective’s…