One of the most compelling aspects of Nitin Sawhney's work is its conceptual nature. More off en than not, his...
Reviewed in issue Jan/Feb/2018
The fluttering tones of the guzheng (Chinese zither) will be recognised as every lazy soundtrack composer's go-to sound for an...
Reviewed in issue Jan/Feb/2018
BEA is one of those rare studio albums that makes the listener feel as if they're actually present at a...
Reviewed in issue Jan/Feb/2018
Daniel Haaksman has been a vital figure in the creation and development of ‘tropical’ or ‘global bass’ music for the...
Reviewed in issue Jan/Feb/2018
Quiet Revolutions is album number two from the UK-based Zambian singer-songwriter Namvula, following 2014's Shiwezwa. She demonstrates a strong voice...
Reviewed in issue Jan/Feb/2018
Originally released in 1981, a few years ahead of Hector Zazou's fascinating early forays into electronic-meets-world-music explorations and Brian Eno's...
Reviewed in issue December/2017
The French multi-instrumentalist's 26th album begins with the sound of rain and distant thunder, out of which comes a tremulous...
Reviewed in issue December/2017
Breaking news: Souljazz Orchestra have discovered the synthesizer. But not in a bad way. After 15 years together, frequent tours,...
Reviewed in issue December/2017
There is a lot to like about this debut album from Newcastle-based four-piece Assembly Lane. Comprising mandolin player Tom Kimber,...
Reviewed in issue December/2017
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