Fink’s Hard Believer: A Ten-Year Anniversary Reissue of Grit, Soul, and Sonic Mastery
#fink #vinyl #indiemusic Fink, the stage name of English singer-songwriter Fin Greenall, has long been synonymous with blending blues, folk, and electronica into a distinct sonic landscape. With the reissue of his critically acclaimed 2014 album Hard Believer, Fink revisits one of his most defining moments. Marking a decade since its initial release, this re
Sam Gendel, Benny Bock, and Hans P. Kjorstad Unite for the Hypnotic Album Dream Trio
#samgendel #vinyl #indiemusic With Dream Trio, Sam Gendel, Benny Bock, and Hans P. Kjorstad collaborate to create an immersive sonic landscape that explores the boundaries of modern jazz, electronic music, and experimental improvisation. Sam Gendel, an innovative saxophonist and wind controller virtuoso, has made a name for himself by pushing the limits of t
Ruthven’s Rough & Ready: A Bold Fusion of R&B, Funk, and Timeless Influence
#ruthven #vinyl #indiemusic Ruthven, the South London musician formerly known as Sean Nelson, introduces his highly anticipated debut album Rough & Ready. Having first emerged in 2017 as part of the Paul Institute, founded by acclaimed producers A.K. and Jai Paul, Ruthven quickly caught the attention of critics and fans alike with his unique blend [&hell
Moin Redefines Boundaries with Emotionally Charged Album You Never End
#moin #vinyl #indiemusic Moin, the London-based trio comprised of Valentina Magaletti, Tom Halstead, and Joe Andrews, is back with their third album, You Never End. Released through AD 93, the album signals a new phase for the group, blending their signature sound with striking vocal collaborations. These include contributions from artists like Olan Monk, ja
Xeno & Oaklander’s Via Negativa Pushes Minimal Synth Boundaries with Futuristic Elegance
#xeno&oaklander #vinyl #indiemusic Xeno & Oaklander, the pioneering electronic duo from Brooklyn, continues to redefine the landscape of minimal synth music with their latest release, Via Negativa (in the doorway light). Known for their deep-rooted commitment to analog technology and cold wave aesthetics, Liz Wendelbo and Sean McBride have been instr
Celebrating 30 Years of Aphex Twin’s Seminal Masterpiece: Selected Ambient Works Volume II
#aphextwin #vinyl #indiemusic As the iconic “Selected Ambient Works Volume II” by Aphex Twin reaches its 30th anniversary, the album remains a cornerstone of electronic music, continuing to influence generations of artists and listeners alike. Originally released in 1994, this work by Richard D. James, known globally as Aphex Twin, has garnered w
Buzz’ Ayaz: Bridging Divides Through Psychedelic Soundscapes
#buzz’ayaz #vinyl #indiemusic In a region marked by decades of division, Buzz’ Ayaz emerges as a beacon of unity through music. Hailing from Nicosia, Cyprus’s capital, where the island remains split between the Greek south and Turkish north, this new band seeks to transcend the physical and cultural barriers that have long separated the two
Rediscovering a Hip-Hop Classic: The 25th Anniversary of Black on Both Sides by Mos Def
#mosdef #vinyl #indiemusic As the 25th anniversary of Black on Both Sides approaches, it’s an opportune moment to revisit one of the most impactful hip-hop albums of the late 1990s. Released on October 12, 1999, by Rawkus and Priority Records, this debut solo effort by Yasiin Bey—then known as Mos Def—stands as a seminal work […]
Rediscovering James Holden’s Masterpiece: The Inheritors Reissued on Vinyl
#jamesholden #vinyl #indiemusic James Holden’s 2013 album The Inheritors returns with a reissue that breathes new life into this seminal work, now available on vinyl for the first time in seven years. Known for pushing the boundaries of electronic music, Holden crafted The Inheritors as a sonic journey that delves deep into experimental territories whi
Revisiting the Depths: Billy Woods & Kenny Segal’s ‘Hiding Places’ Gets a Celebratory Reissue
#billywoods #vinyl #indiemusic Billy Woods and Kenny Segal’s collaborative album Hiding Places has solidified its place in the annals of underground hip-hop, and now, in 2024, the critically acclaimed project receives a well-deserved reissue. Originally released in 2019, this album saw both artists at the peak of their creative powers, merging Woods’