Joining the Berlin-based Jakarta Records, Freddie Joachim released Beyond The Sea of Trees, his latest album, delivering 16 jazzy hip hop instrumentals including collaborations with Elijah Fox, Natalie Oliveri and FloFilz. Everything is smooth, polished, chilled. A work of an experienced master
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December, 2018. Bristol, UK. On the spot, unleashing creativity, the Waldo’s Gift trio dives deep into the concept of Improvisations, their debut project released this month. During seven tracks, the band takes us into a genre-crossing voyage, letting the raw energy of each member to come alive organically.
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On three tracks, the Blacks & Blues project is faithful to the highest standards defined by the 2000Black label, in charge of the release. Wonderfully written and performed by Obenewa, accompanied by the absolute groove of instrumentals and production from Dego and Kaidi Tatham.
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With two original tracks that exemplify the ever-evolving progression of Sivey’s sonics, his new EP released through CoOp Presents, reflects his orientation around jazz and obscure ‘70s fusion records, with a love for the resurgent broken beat movement.
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Fusing no-wave dance punk, afro-latin rhythms and space disco in eight tracks, The Mauskovic Dance Band releases a surprising debut LP through Soundway Records. The eponymous album blends elements of ‘70s and ‘80s legacy of afro-latin psychedelic music.
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Released today, Invocation, is the long anticipated debut EP from Budapest-born, Berlin-based, pianist and multi-intrumentalist, Àbáse. Seven pieces of instrumental artistry, each one channeling a musical journey of its own.
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In 2018, Andy Baxter introduced his experimental solo/collaborative project Robohands, with the acclaimed debut LP Green, through Village Live Records. Released today, Dusk, is a brilliant follow up. The bandleader (and main soloist) takes charge of all instruments with gliding ease
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HONEYCOMB is Jitwam’s second album and one of the defining releases of this year, on the underground rotations. Hitting the sweet spot between his work in dance music and efforts as a bandleader, connecting people in-studio and on-stage, the record encapsulates his incredible journey leading him to this project.
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Building bridges between hip hop and house music, Ranko’s Fluesseviertel grooves through uplifting synth lines, knocking drums, jazzy samples and pumping basslines.
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Following the surprising Midnight Movie EP, Shunaji presents her new project: Blue Melon. Intentionally presenting a self-reflective body of work. she expands her music production skills incorporating live instrumentation.
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Bound to make waves on the hip hop scene, Ilitamin G came out today. Fusing the craft of Illiterate and Vitamin G, this underground project is released by one of the best hip hop houses in the UK: Yogocop Records.
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With a hugely prolific output of over fifty releases, collaborations, and an entry on Fat Beat’s prestigious Baker’s Dozen series, Ohbliv’s latest release drinks from an eclectic choice of samples that are chopped and mastered right into his own art of beatmaking.
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The Bakery, from Montreal producer Atamone and M.C., vocalist and beat maker Illa J, is a fruitful collaborative project. With an audible nod to classic hip hop production, Atamone grabs inspiration from soulful foundations, while Illa J brings his already unmistakable verbal icing.
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Inspired by and dedicated to Tompkins Square Park, in New York City, Omena label boss Tooli delivers three tracks rotating on deep house and nu jazz themes. The Swedish producer achieves a vibrating and consistent project, deeply influenced by jazz elements.
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For My Sanity is a project that is strongly rooted in 14KT’s spiritual practice, his flow of creativity, free from being tied down by bars, patterns, scenes, and sequences. The intention behind the LP is stated throughout the 12 tracks, blending elements of hip hop, soul, r&b and latin music in a, primarily, jazz record.
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Originally released in 1979, Harry Mosco’s Peace & Harmony LP is a hidden gem that touches upon Disco, Funk, Boogie, Soul and Dub. After his death in 2012, the Adelaide-based label Isle of Jura worked closely with his son on the reissue, digging back 40 years for the official release.
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Don Leisure, best known as 50% of Darkhouse Family, laces us with an all-new 17-track album of beats - Halal Cool J, courtesy of First Word Records. Following on the single released earlier this year, the full album fuses western sounds with fuzzed-out traditional instruments and themes.
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Another Brazilian funk landmark, the ‘76 album from Zeca do Trombone and Roberto Sax rotates on a blend of scents coming from traditional Brazilian music and ‘70s jazz from the U.S.
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With another high-karat-gold EP, Ben Hauke returns with Gettin Twisted, released through Nervous Records. Composed by four pure house bangers, full of soul influences, this one goes straight to the best dance floors.
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The anticipated debut album from Bobby Oroza dropped last week. This Love is appropriately named after the tune that started it all, back in 2016 when Oroza and the Cold Diamond & Mink production duo first got together in the studio.
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