blackfilter: batuki
Francisco Espregueira
Batuki is a sonic journey that bridges the gap between Afro-Caribbean percussion, futuristic jazz soundscapes, and hints of electro, disco and deep house.
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the bam jam band: the bam jam band
Francisco Espregueira
Their self-titled debut on Mad About Records throws genre out the window, celebrating a fusion of Disco, Jazz, and Funk with a post-House twist.
Read Moresummers sons: still nothing still
Francisco Espregueira
While jazz influences remain, this record means a sonic and lyrical departure for the duo. Slim embraces a more electronic, trip-hop vibe, while Turt raps with a newfound urgency and vulnerability.
Read Moremilan93: shelford treehouse ep
Francisco Espregueira
Brooklyn producer Lucas Feigenbaum, known previously as Slug Father, is back with a fresh project under the moniker Milan93. His debut EP, Shelford Treehouse, has just dropped on Apparel Music.
Read Moresaib: jazzy cats
Francisco Espregueira
A master at work. Released by Noire & Blanche, Jazzy Cats is the maginificent and highly awaited new project from the Berlin-based Saib.
Read Morejoe armon-jones: wrong side of town
Francisco Espregueira
Keyboardist Joe Armon-Jones joins forces with vocalist Hak Baker and saxophonist Nubya Garcia for his latest EP, Wrong Side Of Town, released on Aquarii. This project marks the beginning of the label's exploration of dub music.
Read Moreuniri: infinite reflections
Francisco Espregueira
Fresh off the heels of Astigmatic Records, London-based outfit Uniri emerges with Infinite Reflections, a genre-bending record that merges the energy of hip-hop beats with the improvisational spirit of jazz.
Read Moremarch '24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
More than showcasing a simple track we shed a lil’ light over projects, serving as a rabbit hole towards parallel universes of amazing & unknown music. 80 tracks to fill you up in the upcoming spring.
Read Morekaidi tatham: fusion moves
Francisco Espregueira
Reel People Music presents a brand new reimagination of its cherished classics with the launch of the Fusion Moves series, spearheaded by the soulful innovator and contemporary jazz funk legend Kaidi Tatham.
Read Moreon-ly: wonderlust
Francisco Espregueira
Wonderlust dives into the world of hard-hitting post-bop jazz-rock, channeling the sounds of Weather Report and 70s-era Miles Davis.
Read Moreamanda whiting: the liminality of her
Francisco Espregueira
Amanda's exploration of transitional states and the theme of 'liminality' serves as a poignant backdrop, offering moments of introspection and liberation.
Read Morean alien called harmony: an alien called harmony
Francisco Espregueira
London explodes with a fresh sound as An Alien Called Harmony – a project by poet/rapper Nadeem Din-Gabisi and multi-talented MettaShiba – just dropped their self-titled debut EP.
Read Morelefto early bird: motherless father
Francisco Espregueira
Motherless Father showcases a special ability to seamlessly blend genres and create a unique sonic tapestry. It's a deeply personal story, painted with this elegant psychedelic-ambient-jazz brush, set against a backdrop of societal anxieties and a looming sense of unease.
Read Moreokvsho: a place between us
Francisco Espregueira
A place between us is more than just another album; it's a mesmerizing collection of compositions that portray their evolution surrounded by a growing local scene and community.
Read Morebassolino: città futura
Francisco Espregueira
Drawing a deep inspiration from the iconic soundtracks of 1970s Italian crime films, Neapolitan pianist and producer Dario Bassolino unveils his debut album, Città Futura.
Read Morefebruary '24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
February was rich in anthems that we will hear far beyond this month. We composed a playlist of 50 tracks to summarize the best ingredients we used on this special cocktail. Eclectic as always: jazz, deep house, drum & bass, hip hop and soulful music from all over the world.
Read Morevinocio: me estás haciendo mal
Francisco Espregueira
Felipe Gordon's forward-thinking label Wide Awake delves into a special Argentinian secret and unveils it to a wider audience with a first-time vinyl pressing of Vinocio's soulful-r&b-ish-jazz masterpiece Me Estás Haciendo Mal, originally released in December of ‘21.
Read Morebardino: memória da pedra mãe
Francisco Espregueira
Porto-based trio Bardino present an unique blend of electronica, rock, and jazz, set to release their highly anticipated new album, Memória da Pedra Mãe, on March 15th, 2024, via Jazzego Records.
Read Moredraagen & dummy thicc: codename purple
Francisco Espregueira
Taking on the boundaries of hip hop, jazz and lofi beats, the Norwegian duo provides a delicious fusion of elements including punchy drums, lush brass melodies, mesmerizing synths, groovy bass lines, and top-class improvisational solos.
Read Morejanuary '24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
The selection of ~40 tracks includes, as usual, a "best of" compilation featuring the finest tunes we've encountered in January, concluding the playlist with elements that shape our musical preferences.
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