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’
Conway the Machine Returns with Powerhouse Album “Slant Face Killah”
#conwaythemachine #vinyl #indiemusic Conway the Machine, one of the most prominent voices in the modern rap landscape, is back with his first major release of 2024, titled Slant Face Killah. Following the success of his 2023 album, Won’t He Do It, this new project continues to solidify Conway’s position as a masterful lyricist and versatile [&hel
Nubya Garcia’s “Odyssey”: A Majestic Fusion of Jazz, R&B, and Orchestral Mastery
#nubyagarcia #vinyl #indiemusic Nubya Garcia’s highly anticipated album, Odyssey, set to release in September 2024, is a remarkable continuation of her journey as a boundary-pushing saxophonist and composer. Following the success of her 2020 debut album, Source, Garcia’s new work further establishes her as a key figure in contemporary jazz, while also ex
Rediscovering the Timeless Visions of Pauline Anna Strom: Trans-Millenia Consort Reissued
#paulineannastrom #vinyl #indiemusic The 2023 reissue of Trans-Millenia Consort brings back into the spotlight the pioneering work of Pauline Anna Strom, an influential electronic music composer from the West Coast. Originally released in 1982, this debut album is a captivating exploration of sound that transcends time and space, merging ancient echoes with
Wu-Lu’s Learning to Swim on Empty: A Deep Dive into Genre-Defying Sounds and Raw Emotion
#wu-lu #vinyl #indiemusic South London musician Wu-Lu, also known as Miles Romans-Hopcraft, continues to break boundaries with his latest EP, Learning to Swim on Empty, released in May 2024 under Warp Records. Following the success of his 2022 debut album Loggerhead, this new project showcases an even more introspective and experimental side of the artist. [
Caribou’s Latest Album “Honey”: A New Chapter in Dan Snaith’s Musical Evolution
#caribou #vinyl #indiemusic Dan Snaith, the Canadian mastermind behind Caribou, continues to push the boundaries of electronic music with his latest album, Honey. Known for his ever-evolving sound, Snaith has consistently defied expectations across his career, which spans over two decades and multiple monikers, including Caribou, Manitoba, and Daphni. Honey
David Boulter’s ‘St Ann’s’ Album: A Sonic Tribute to Nottingham’s Historic Transformation
#davidboulter #vinyl #indiemusic David Boulter, known for his work as the keyboardist for Tindersticks, returns with a deeply personal and evocative album titled St Ann’s, released under the Clay Pipe label. This album marks his return to solo work after focusing on soundtrack projects since his previous releases, Yarmouth (2020) and Lovers Walk (2021). St
Harmonious Fusion: The Cinematic Soundscapes of Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman in Ash Grey And The Gull Glides On
#andrewwasylyk #vinyl #indiemusic Scottish composers Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman, both celebrated for their contributions to the realms of experimental and ambient music, have joined forces for the first time as a duo with their album Ash Grey And The Gull Glides On. This collaboration represents a seamless blend of Wasylyk’s cinematic, airy piano moti