Relaunch of a Vintage Compilation: The Verve Remixed (2002)
#ververecords #vinyl #indiemusic In 2002, an immersive musical experience titled “Verve Remixed” was first brought forward by an American record label named Verve Records, owned by Universal Music Group. This recording label with its roots back in 1956, has given the world eclectic music ranging from likes of Ella Fitzgerald to Diana Krall, from
Alfa Mist’s Sixth Studio Album – “Roulette” (2025): An Imaginative Dystopian Journey through Music
#alfamist #vinyl #indiemusic London-based music maestro, Alfa Mist, renowned for his unique blend of hip-hop, jazz improvisation, and club styles, takes his listeners into an unusual sonic universe with his latest studio output, “Roulette”. Released in 2025, this album marks Alfa’s sixth major endeavour in music production. Remaining true t
Pristine Performance Illuminates Quartet’s Pioneering Musical Journey
#jamestaylorquartet #vinyl #indiemusic When the daylight of the last friday of July 2025 finally dimmed, the enchanting notes of music took over. A marvellous harmony was orchestrated by the much-adored James Taylor Quartet at the extraordinary Barbican Centre. This imposing event was graced with the congregating of top-tier symphony members and remarkable g
Effervescent Soundscapes: The Musical Journey of Joanne Robertson in “Blurrr”
#joannerobertson #vinyl #indiemusic Joanne Robertson, an artist known for her vast creative range that extends from work as a visual artist to an acclaimed musician, continues to defy artistic boundaries with her recent album, “Blurrr”. The work, launched in 2025, is a radiant follow-up to her earlier output for AD 93, showing a different artistic [&hell
The Radiance of Experimental Jazz: The Art Ensemble of Chicago and Message to Our Folks
#theartensembleofchicago #vinyl #indiemusic The mastery of Paris’ artistic scene during the summer of ’69 witnessed an invigorating jazz era, one of the chief contributors to this was The Art Ensemble of Chicago. The band’s eclectic fusion of numerous jazz forms, coupled with a striking stage presence flooded with vibrant costumes and face
Kassa Overall Reimagines Classics with New Album CREAM – Set for 2025 Launch
#kassaoverall #vinyl #indiemusic In 2025, Kassa Overall, a visionary in the world of jazz and a recipient of the prestigious Doris Duke Artist Award, gears towards another milestone as he plans to unveil his latest work called CREAM. The upcoming album, which promises to be more than just a collection of covers, showcases eight reimagined […]
Distinguished Jazz Notes of 1965: The John Coltrane Quartet Hits New Highs
#johncoltrane #vinyl #indiemusic Established jazz titan the John Coltrane Quartet in 1965 introduced their chart-topping album, ‘The John Coltrane Quartet Plays’, enchanting fans and critics alike. The album’s birth can be traced back to Impulse Records, a prominent American jazz record label which arguably found its reputation bolstered by
Moody’s Magic: Revisiting Black Mahogani – 2004’s Masterpiece by Moodymann
#moodymann #vinyl #indiemusic Seeking your groove amidst a world of sound? Look no further than ‘Black Mahogani,’ a star offering in the repertoire of Kenny Dixon Jr., a.k.a. the Detroit-born sound wizard Moodymann. This magnum opus of deep, soulful, jazz-tinged afro-house rolled out in 2004. Detroit’s pride and son, Moodymann built his stature
U’s Double A-Side Release “Black Vaughan/ Is It A Kind Of Dream?” Resonates Deep, Concise Artistry in 2025
#u #vinyl #indiemusic The musical landscape was found to be noticeably richer in 2025 following the release of “Black Vaughan,” a double a-side from acclaimed artist U, which delivers a narrative journey into a disconcerting world of spectral melodies and victorious horn lines. This hauntingly beautiful masterpiece draws you headlong into an evoc
Revival of Tidiani Koné and T.P. Orchestre Poly-Rythmo’s 1977 West African Masterpiece
#tidianikoné #vinyl #indiemusic A musical ensemble originating from Benin, T.P. Orchestre Poly-Rythmo, led by Mélomé Clément, is ready to allure an international audience with their genre-blending compositions. The music’s essence is rooted in Benin’s coastal town of Cotonou from the latter part of the 1960s into the initial phase of the 80s.