released: september 20, 2024 genre: dance from: stockholm, sweden label: studio barnhus a few thoughts: swedish house music producer axel boman has been making gems for dancefloors over the last few years and has become a very well respected name within dance music. he’s back with 4-track album titled space drag. an immersive listen, the…

released: september 13 genre: alternative from: london, uk label: ninja tune a few thoughts: nilüfer yanya’s music often ponders on failed relationships, vulnerabilities through traumas, as she searches for clarity and peace. her lyrics over the years has often evoked feelings of of anxiety and deep melancholy, trying to make sense of herself, her reactions…

released: september 6, 2024 genre: spiritual jazz / electronic from: london, uk label: warp records a few thoughts: london-based artist and composer nala sinephro has been making some of the most evocative, stunning and mesmeric music since the release of her 2021 debut space 1.8. an immersive, ambient and moody listen, nala’s compositions are beyond…

released: 2001 genre: electronic / broken-beat / neo-soul from: london, uk label: island records a few thoughts: i obsess over music discovery. a lot of the stuff i’ve been digging has come from the late 90s to early 2000s london neo-soul and electronic scene, which to me needs to be studied as one of the…

released: september 4, 2024 genre: neo-soul / r&b from: london, uk label: famm a few thoughts: demae’s been one of my favourite singers since the release of her excellent 2020 project life works out… usually. her music is soulful, sensual and vulnerable, as she navigates topics of womanhood, love and self-discovery. deliver me is her…

released: july, 1973 genre: jazz from: philadelphia, usa label: buddha records a few thoughts: it was one of those late night discoveries browsing through my apple music, searching for new sounds, and i just end up here. norman connors is a jazz drummer and composer from philadelphia, a prodigious talent who over the years grew…

released: august 24, 2024 genre: electronic from: london, uk label: self-released a few thoughts: lewisham-based matthew muli has quietly been having a prolific few years, releasing projects and singles, really honing on his sound in the process. he was brought to my attention through… well, emails (i need to get back to you pal, my…

released: august 20, 2024 genre: electronic / hip-hop from: london, uk label: self-released a few thoughts: london-based artist, radio host and all around talented creative elheist has released a new 3-track ep titled koyọ. she’s been making a name for herself for a few years now, releasing projects like 2020’s wholesome goody, as well as…

released: july 5, 2024 genre: jazz from: london, uk label: brownswood recordings a few thoughts: with london already having a rich recent jazz history and legacy, it’s no surprising that new bands are emerging with exciting and eclectic new sounds. oreglo is a quartet consisting of c-sé on keys, linus barry on guitar, nico rocco…

released: august 16, 2024 genre: electronic / soul from: london, uk label: blue flower music / [pias] a few thoughts: rosie lowe’s voice is an enchanting gift to the world. the talented artist has been making some of the most unique electronic music in recent years, combining her stunning voice with dynamic, groovy and stripped…

released: august 1, 2024 genre: electronic / dub from: sydney, australia label: pure space a few thoughts: australian techno / dub producer command d has released a stellar new ep titled new devices. my first introduction to the talented artist, i’m blown away by these 4 tracks of dark, unassuming and dub-inspired electronic music. from…

released: may 17, 2024 genre: dance / electronic from: new york, usa label: bbe a few thoughts: i’m writing this after witnessing one of my favourite dj sets at we out here festival, dorset, uk. the duo, consisting of  brandon weems and craig handfield blew me the fuck away with their menacing, groovy and intense…

released: august 9, 2024 genre: jazz from: trondheim, norway label: backwoodz studioz a few thoughts: økse is a newly-formed experimental jazz group, including new york- based drummer savannah harris, danish saxophonist mette rasmussen, haitian electronic musician val jeanty and swede petter eldh on bass, synths and sampler. their eponymous debut album is a striking body…

released: august 2, 2024 genre: folk / acoustic from: leamington spa, uk label: pressé a few thoughts: i have been a fan of bastien keb’s music for quite a few years now, perhaps even nearing the decade mark. ouff, how time flies. one of the most innovating and creative producers from britain, he’s created a…

released: august 2, 2024 genre: electronic from: london, uk label: power in comfort a few thoughts: south london-based producer, drummer, dj and graphic artist hector plimmer has been making timeless records for the last decade or so. he’s back with a new 7-track ep titled duality. recorded during a time of grief and sadness, hector has…

released: july 5, 2024 genre: electronic from: kinshasa, democratic republic of the congo label: transgressive records a few thoughts: i was fully immersed into kokoko!’s world last year at end of the road festival in dorset, uk. performing on one of the smaller stages in the forest, the drc electronic outfit brought this crazy, hypnotic…

released: july 12, 2024 genre: hip-hop from: london, uk label: modern oak a few thoughts: lex amor dropping new music is always exciting, and she’s emerged from her creative hibernation with a brand new single “a7x” featuring talented luton-based emcee bxks and produced by oliver palfreyman. the eclectic and kaleidoscopic beat, led a soulful loop…

released: june 14, 2024 genre: hip-hop / electronic / dance from: belfast, ireland label: heavenly recordings a few thoughts: once in a while i discover an artist or album that has me absolutely obsessed. i discovered irish hip-hop trio kneecap via their excellent collaboration with grian chatten from fontaines d.c. on “better way to live”…

released: june 28, 2024 genre: jazz / afrobeat / reggae from: london, uk label: wah wah 45’s a few thoughts: youthsayers is a south london community project established in 2016 by robin hopcraft and idris rahman of the legendary soothsayers, with the aim of providing opportunities for talented young artists to further their passions making…

released: june 7, 2024 genre: jazz from: melbourne, australia label: deepmatter records a few thoughts: don glori’s 2022 album welcome established him as one of the fresh, exciting new voices within the burgeoning melbourne jazz scene. after two years and relocation to london, don glori has finally released his anticipated follow-up titled don’t forget to…

released: june 7, 2024 genre: hip-hop from: new york, usa label: backwoodz studioz a few thoughts: in the space of a few years, shrapknel have become one of the most interesting and experimental hip-hop duo around. already seasoned mc’s with solo discographies that are on par with some of the best hip-hop to come out…

released: june 21, 2024 genre: electronic / dance from: london, uk label: touching bass a few thoughts: i’ve been a fan of ben hauke’s raw, tribal and immersive sound for a few years now. the south london producer has electrified dancefloors for years now, firmly establishing himself as one of the leading voices within the…

released: june 7, 2024 genre: electronic from: manchester, uk / barcelona, spain label: hyperdub records a few thoughts: manchester-based artist iceboy violet has been one of the most exciting and innovative artists in recent years, with immersive projects and features that highlight their talents as a poet and emcee. you said you’d hold my hand…

released: april 19, 2024 genre: hip-hop from: new orleans, louisiana, usa label: backwoodz studioz a few thoughts: independent hip-hop legend cavalier has released his first solo album since 2018’s private stock. different type time is an expansive, 21-track and hour-long project, with soulful and intricate jazz-inspired production from the likes of quelle chris, who produced…

released: may 24, 2024 genre: ethio-jazz from: addis ababa, ethiopia label: Muzikawi a few thoughts: already an important name within the ethiopian jazz scene, as well as being mulatu astatke’s protege, jorga mesfin is a generational talent. the kindest one is his debut album, an expansive, intense and riveting body of work showcasing his incredible…

released: may 31, 2024 genre: pakistani folk / jazz from: lahore, pakistan / new york, usa label: verve recordings a few thoughts: arooj aftab’s music is hypnotic and immersive. so much so that every time i put her albums on, i feel completely sucked into the experience, and her fourth studio album night reign may…

released: may 30, 2024 genre: grime / hip-hop from: london, uk label: levels a few thoughts: london-based poet, musician and dj james massiah has been quite active recently with regular dj set appearances and live shows, and has complemented this with a brand new ep titled true romance. it’s a punchy, groovy and hard-hitting project,…

Released: May 17, 2024 Genre: Broken Beat / House From: London, UK Label: 2000BLACK A few thoughts: Label and band 2000BLACK, led by legendary producer Dego, have been releasing legendary music for over 20 years now, and still finding ways to push new boundaries. On Circus Ride Retreat, the band continue pushing is their new…

Released: May 10, 2024 Genre: Electronic From: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Label: Nyege Nyege Tapes A few thoughts: Singeli music pioneer and label figurehead of the legendary SISSO RECORDS studio Sisso has released a dynamic, frantic and disorienting new project along with fellow Tanzanian producer and keyboardist Maiko. The album is titled Singeli Ya Maajabu…