Great things are afoot! It’s a glorious day, and the New Releases are flowing like refreshing water from a spring. I have eleven titles on tap, so come and have a sip!
There appears to be a gaggle of duos making Music to my taste this week. A single to start my findings comes from a Producer and MC pairing from Atlanta known as Revival Season. Chop is released by Heavenly Recordings, and comes with two versions of the track. The second of which is a remix by Inner Space Quartet that stretches it out an extra ninety seconds. Get your freak on!
A husband-and-wife duo from Oakland that I recommended last September is back with another fifteen new songs, none longer than two minutes. Homelist continues the exciting pairing of unhinged screaming and pounding bass. Lead singer, Volly, needs a throat lozenge sponsorship, stat.
A long-distance partnership that began over twenty-five years ago between London’s Jason Cambridge and Auckland’s Nathan Haines has resulted in a new album. Recording as Sci-Clone, the pair mash up Drum & Bass and House beats with Jazzy melodies on Radio Therapy – Part One. From the much-lauded Electronic label Metalheadz.
The continent of Africa factors heavily in my recommendations for this week. The Saharan Tuareg Band Tinariwen has long been lauded, and has won multiple Grammy Awards. Their latest, Amatssou, features Canadian treasure Daniel Lanois on two tracks, and carries a moody resonance throughout.
A vocalist from Mali got my attention this week. Namian Sabidé has released a new album of eight stripped-down performances that are accompanied only by the acoustic guitar of her cousin. Emotional and heartfelt vocals on self-titled release make this a touching album.
Completing my African trek is a Ugandan group that is centred around a Xylophone-type instrument called an Embaire. Nakinembe Embaire Group have also released a self-titled debut. On the eight tracks, the wooden instrument is played in such a way that almost mimics Electronic Dance vibes. Get on your feet!
Hannah Jadagu is a Singer/Songwriter from California who’s 2021 debut EP What Is Going On? is a favourite of mine. While that was produced completely on her i-Telephone, she’s gone into a proper studio for her first full-length for Sub Pop Records. Aperture is a lush and fully-focused effort with slinky guitar and fantastic vocals.
Also from Oakland, California is a songwriter and producer who’s ep from 2020 was one of my favourites. Salami Rose Joe Louis is Lindsay Olsen, and her latest full-length is Akousmatikous. Bubbling wonky synths and tight beats drive Olsen’s dreamy voice.
A producer from Berlin struck my ear this morning. Blawan’s dark and edgy beats on Dismantled Into Juice are exploratory and funky fresh.
The Gaslamp Killer is William Bensussen. I haven’t solved a serial murder case, The Gaslamp Killer is his recording name. He’s recently collaborated with UK production ensemble The Heliocentrics. The Gaslamp Killer Meets The Heliocentrics is crazy beats and euphoric production.
My Feature Pick for this week is an album that was created with the skills and talents of over forty Artists. British comedian James Acaster amassed dozens of MCs, instrumentalists and singers to create, under the moniker Temps, PARTY GATOR PURGATORY. Among the ten tracks you’ll find contributions from Quelle Chris, Open Mic Eagle, Louis Theroux, Xenia Rubinos, and so many others, for a fully-immersive experience.
Aaah, refreshing! Now, doesn’t that taste good? Feel free to let me know what you think. I like a good chat.
Take care of yourself!
New Music Jason’s Picks 