secular music group: volume 1
Francisco Espregueira
This collaborative endeavor channels their shared passions for free-jazz's liberation, the evocative soundscapes of library music, and the hypnotic repetitions of American minimalism.
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alexander flood: artifactual rhythm
Francisco Espregueira
The album's title, ARTIFACTUAL RHYTHM, speaks to Flood's core concept: taking inherently electronic sounds and breathing new life into them through the raw, human touch of live instrumentation and jazz improvisation.
Read Moretour-maubourg ensemble: panorama sessions vol. 2
Francisco Espregueira
This project highlights Tour-Maubourg's Ensemble ability to navigate the intersection of house, jazz, and modern electronic music, creating a listening experience that makes us want to go for it. Superrrrrbe.
Read More44th move: anthem
Francisco Espregueira
44th Move, the dream collaboration between the world-renowned jazz talents Alfa Mist and Richard Spaven, is back with their debut full-length album Anthem, released via Black Acre.
Read Morespiral deluxe: the love pretender
Francisco Espregueira
Axis Records presents The Love Pretenders, the culminating work from the supergroup Spiral Deluxe, a collaboration between Jeff Mills, Yumiko Ohno, Kenji "Jino" Hino, and Gerald Mitchell.
Read Morev.a.: granito ii
Francisco Espregueira
Through these diverse contributions, Jazzego Records' Granito II showcases an array of acts connected to Porto, each with their own type of connection to the city and each in its own moment of artistic development.
Read Moremarcello cassanelli / caruso & helen mccormack: the coin ep vol. 3
Francisco Espregueira
Ten Lovers Music launches 2025 with the third installment of their brilliant Coin EP series, featuring Marcello Cassanelli and the collaborative project of Caruso & Helen McCormack.
Read Morenyron higor: nyron higor
Francisco Espregueira
Hailing from Maceió, Higor draws deeply from the traditions of Northeastern Brazilian music and golden-era MPB, weaving these roots together with global influences and contemporary production techniques within the peaceful confines of his home studio.
Read Morematters unknown: silhouettes: a dream sphere journal
Francisco Espregueira
From African diasporic traditions and improvisation to rap, classical arrangements, and experimental sounds—Matters Unknown challenges societal limitations on both personal and collective freedom.
Read Moredecember' 24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
50 tracks for December, in the month O Sótão celebrates ten years of existence. Thank you!
Read Moreazymuth: arabutã (daniel maunick dub)
Francisco Espregueira
This single offers a fresh take on their iconic sound, as producer Daniel Maunick reimagines and extends our pleasure with two captivating dub versions.
Read Moreknowsum: cosmic breeze
Francisco Espregueira
Drawing inspiration from the warmth of 70s funk grooves, the lush textures of dream-pop, and a dash of psychedelic nostalgia, Knowsum’s Cosmic Breeze creates a soundscape that really transcends time.
Read Morejake amy: yoofee/graze
Francisco Espregueira
Comprised by two tracks, this EP showcases Jake Amy merging raw energy and a sophisticated brand of hi-speed jazz fusion, while personal struggles and a journey through gender expression is deep within the ethos of these beautiful compositions.
Read Moretenderlonious: underworld
Francisco Espregueira
Tenderlonious keeps delivering some of the best deep house in the scene, presenting three super deep cuts that nod to mid-90s Larry Heard and smudged, jazzy beatdown vibes in a Theo Parrish/Rick Wilhite/KDJ style.
Read Morethe bam jam band: keepin' on / something about love
Francisco Espregueira
Their latest 7" single, Keepin' On / Something About Love, showcases their ability to blend disco, jazz, and funk influences into two tracks that are golden in so many details.
Read Morecaixa cubo: modo avião
Francisco Espregueira
The trio's deep understanding of Brazilian music history allows them to explore the rich tapestry of Brazilian sounds, from carnival marches and frevo to MPB and funk.
Read Morek15: hope is perseverance
Francisco Espregueira
Hope Is Perseverance is a sonic reminder from a seasoned producer, showcasing vision, intent and a unique ability to craft intricate and immersive soundscapes.
Read Morepetter blom: unboxed
Francisco Espregueira
Unboxed showcases his ability to seamlessly blend organic and electronic elements. The album's diverse range of tracks, from soulful ballads to energetic beats, demonstrates Blom's versatility as a musician and producer.
Read Moreyakuza: 2
Francisco Espregueira
Building on the success of their acclaimed debut, AILERON (2020), the band continues to drive us hard into the boundaries of jazz fusion and electronic to explore new sonic territories in another magnificently produced work.
Read Moreoctober' 24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
We pay tribute to these talented musicians who continue to push the boundaries of sound and create timeless music. As we look to the future, we also celebrate the legacy of artists who have shaped the most important and influential sector of the music industry - the underground!
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