Succeeding a Year of High Notes: SPELLLING and the Album that Stole Hearts in 2025
Deciphering the DNA of SPELLLING’s music saga, a journey of relentless innovation that has often cut through the banality of the pop genre, Chrystia Cabral branched into unchartered territories with her fourth album “Portrait of My Heart”. Lauded for its rawness and genuineness, this soundtrack of personal experiences brought unforeseen dep
Elijah Minnelli and Dennis Bovell’s Reimagined Folk in “Clams As A Main Meal”
Elijah Minnelli’s reputation as an enigmatic virtuoso in the dub music realm remains unchallenged despite fluctuating tides in the music industry. His sincere knack for creating distinctive, innovative tracks is epitomized in the yet-to-be-released album, “Clams As A Main Meal”, set to debut in 2025. For this album, Minnelli partners with r
“A Little Death”: The Innovative Artistry of Claire Rousay
#clairerousay #vinyl #indiemusic Credited for her innovative approach to musical creation, Claire Rousay has consistently traversed the boundaries of conventional music, sculpting a unique space for herself in the dynamic tapestry of the music industry. Her one-of-a-kind sound is a blend of various elements, from everyday noises recorded with her Zoom H5 Han
Kelan Phil Cohran & Legacy’s Astral Journey in “African Skies”
#kelanphilcohran #vinyl #indiemusic Widely appreciated for his work with The Artistic Heritage Ensemble and Sun Ra’s Arkestra during the fruitful period of the 1960s, Kelan Phil Cohran & Legacy manifested a sigh of musical wonder on their album “African Skies” in 1993. The unique and impeccable combination of instruments is a notable fe
Rocking London’s Music Scene: The oreglo Journey with ‘THE WHIRR’ (2025)
#oreglo #vinyl #indiemusic Enthralling the ears of countless music fans in London and beyond, oreglo ascends in the music realm as a band that shatters genre norms. The band, an interesting mix of Linus Barry with his guitar, Nicco Rocco on the drums, C-sé handling the keys, and Teigan Hastings playing the tuba, have not […]
Optimised Soundscapes: An Analysis of Bag of Max Bag of Cass by Zach Hill and Lucas Abela
#zachhill #vinyl #indiemusic In the musical arena, some collaborations result in a confluence of extraordinary talents, bringing forth creations that alter the understanding of the art form itself. One such collaboration is between two musical heavyweights – Zach Hill and Lucas Abela. Together they gave the listeners “Bag of Max Bag of Cass”
Fleur De Lys: An Uncovered Gem of 1966’s Psychedelic Beat
#fleurdelys #vinyl #indiemusic Renowned for their innovative transition from Beat to psychedelic music, the Fleur De Lys, originally referred to as Les Fleur de Lys, emerged from the fertile music soils of Southampton, Hampshire, England in the latter part of 1964. Mastering in the musical genre, later classified as freakbeat, the individualistic band underw
Exploring Brother Ali & Ant’s Resilient Opus of 2025, “Satisfied Soul”
#brotherali #vinyl #indiemusic An intriguing blend of vulnerability and authenticity marked the release of Brother Ali’s masterpiece, “Satisfied Soul,” in 2025. Produced by the legendary Ant, this 17-track album, representing the rapper’s debut with Mello Music Group, was a beacon in the hip hop scene. Compelling narratives woven into
Golden-Dawn of Indie Music: Raymond Hu’s Foray with his Album “Stay, Nomad”
#rev #vinyl #indiemusic REV, a ravishing new talent on the music scene, encapsulates the profound idiosyncrasies of 26-year-old Raymond Hu, hailing from the cultural melting pot of Chongqing in southwest China. This city, renowned for its commanding hip-hop music, set the stage for the young Hu to dip his feet into the mesmerizing world of […]
Unveiling the Melody of Night: Hilary Woods’ New Release in 2025
#hilarywoods #vinyl #indiemusic Renowned for her avant-garde instrumentals in Feral Hymns (2021) and Acts of Light (2023), Hilary Woods re-emerges in 2025 with her brilliant vocal-focused album, Night CRIÚ. The seven melodic wonders in the album is Woods’ lucid attempt to use her harmonic tunes and lyrics to shake off lingering inhibitions. In other w
Eve Matin’s TRANSMUTANCIA – A Melding of Raw Music and Deep Spirituality
#evematin #vinyl #indiemusic Peruvian-born artist Eve Matin, known for her commitment to deep listening and her innovative harp compositions, has consistently viewed life through a prism of spirituality and unified belief. Her unique background, growing up with Persian parents within the Baháʼà faith, is deeply rooted in her musical ethos and narrative. T
Augustus Pablo: A Musical Genius Behind ‘King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown’
#augustuspablo #vinyl #indiemusic Renowned dub musicians of the 70s era, Augustus Pablo and King Tubby, collaborated on one of the historic classics in the reggae canon, known as “King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown.” Released in 1976, the album, defined by the artistic synergy of both musical greats and a cast of remarkable musicians, continues to