Hermeto Pascoal’s Musical Flow Like Water in Windy City Concert and Interview
As the world continues to evolve, music remains an ever-present force in our lives, delivering messages that resonate beyond borders and language barriers. On June 6th, 2023, renowned multi-instrumentalist and composer Hermeto Pascoal spoke about his experiences in the music world and his latest adventures during an interview conducted by Michael Jackson. Pa
Ekiti Sound to Release Genre-Fusing Album ‘Drum Money’ via Crammed Discs, Featuring Stomping Club-Ready Tune ‘Ku Ise’
Ekiti Sound‘s upcoming release, ‘Drum Money’, promises to be a hit with fans of diverse musical styles. The London and Lagos-based producer and vocalist has crafted a 17-track album that blends Afrobeat, house, and hip-hop into a seamless fusion. With assistance from live musicians – including an Afrobeat horn section, percussion and
Justice confirms comeback with new album and tour via Ed Banger Records in 2024.
French electronic duo Justice has announced their return with a new album and tour set to be released in 2024. The news was confirmed by Ed Banger Records founder Pedro Winter during a video interview with France Inter, where he revealed that the album will be the duo’s fourth studio album and the first release […]
Sigur Rós Releases First New Song Since Multi-Instrumentalist Kjartan Sveinsson’s Return.
#sigurrós Sigur Rós, the renowned post-rock band from Iceland, has released their first new single since multi-instrumentalist Kjartan “Kjarri” Sveinsson rejoined the band. The single, titled “Blóðberg,” was made with the London Contemporary Orchestra and conductor Robert Ames. The band co-produced the track with Paul Corley. The
Exploring the Jamaican Mystique: Inna de Yard’s ‘Family Affair’ Delivers Raw and Timeless Reggae Roots.
Since 2016, the Inna de Yard collective (“In the Garden” in Jamaican) has been on a mission to revisit the essence of raw, authentic reggae music. With their focus on acoustic-driven sounds, they transport listeners to a quasi-phantasmagorical Jamaica, where rivers flow abundantly, the sun forever sits high in the sky, and the vibes are […
Berlin Launches Legal Drug Testing Scheme for Anonymously Testing Drugs for Free
Berlin has made headlines in the music and nightlife scene once again, but this time it’s not for its legendary clubs or pioneering musicians. Instead, the city has launched a revolutionary program aimed at reducing the harm associated with drug use. The new scheme, called Drug Checking, is the city’s first legal drug testing program, […]
Astrud Gilberto, Whose Voice Helped Make Bossa Nova a Hit, Dies at 83
Astrud Gilberto, a Brazilian singer who rose to fame with her soft and sexy vocal performance on “The Girl from Ipanema”, has died at the age of 83. The song, which was the first one she ever recorded, helped make the sway of Brazilian bossa nova a hit sound in the United States in the […]
Digable Planets Announces 30th Anniversary Tour for Debut Album “Reachin’ (A New Refutation of Time and Space)”
Digable Planets, the legendary hip-hop group from the early 90s, are back and celebrating the 30th anniversary of their iconic debut album, Reachin’ (A New Refutation of Time and Space). The trio has announced a tour across North America in September, and fans are eagerly anticipating this opportunity to see them live once again. This […]
Cisco Swank: Revitalizing Jazz with Soulful and Trap-Inspired Grooves
Francisco Haye, better known by his stage name Cisco Swank, is a Brooklyn-based jazz artist who is redefining the genre with his unique blend of jazz, R&B, hip-hop, and rock. Drawing inspiration from renowned musicians like Robert Glasper and Roy Hargrove, Haye is among a new wave of jazz musicians who are pushing the boundaries […]
Hak Baker’s debut album World’s.
Hak Baker, the singer-songwriter hailing from East London, is taking listeners back to the area of his childhood with his debut album, World’s End FM. He laments the effects of gentrification on the area, saying that the old guard is being priced out and a sense of belonging is becoming increasingly hard to find. Born […]