To Cy and Lee: Instrumentals Vol. 1 introduced a new side of Alabaster DePlume—the Manchester-born poet, saxophonist, and composer known for his theatrical performances and spoken-word intensity. Here, his focus shifts to quiet, wordless melodies: serene, intimate, and deeply human. These instrumentals, once gentle interludes between his vocal works, became the centerpiece
Award-winning composer and producer Sarathy Korwar to release new album celebrating the melodic power of the drum ensemble Sarathy Korwar, genre-breaking drummer, producer and composer, announces the release of his seventh album, There Is Beauty, There Already, out on Otherland on 7th November 2025. Celebrating the melodic power of the
With A Murder of Crows, Mick Jenkins and British producer EMIL deliver an 11-track collaboration that feels dark, cinematic, and uncompromising. Jenkins brings his signature lyricism—mixing introspection, social critique, and poetic imagery—while EMIL’s production provides moody backdrops rooted in jazz texture, subtle electronics, and a restrained but immersive atmosphere. From
A Few We Remember is the new album by Jonah Parzen-Johnson and Lau Nau. The recording debut for the new duo of Finnish composer Lau Nau, aka Laura Naukkarinen, and American baritone saxophonist Jonah Parzen-Johnson, it cycles between moments of knotty ambience, whispered melody, and innocent tinkering, as the duo
Lady Wray returns with Cover Girl, her third album on Big Crown Records, and a radiant celebration of self-love, growth, and joy. Opening with the affirming “My Best Step,” the record blends ‘60s/’70s soul, disco, gospel, and ‘90s R&B/hip-hop influences into a deeply personal and empowering sound. It marks a
slandman reimagines the deep-rooted sounds of Anatolia through a modern lens. To them, this music isn’t frozen in time — it’s alive, shifting, and always becoming. Tradition, in their hands, isn’t something to preserve in glass, but something to carry, stretch, and let grow. To be released in the autumn
At daybreak, as sunlight travels through the atmosphere and begins to reach Earth’s surface, daylight gradually emerges. This marks the transition from night to the beginning of a brand-new day. As the temperature rises—especially after clear, calm nights—relative humidity decreases, and mist, formed of tiny suspended droplets, begins to evaporate.
bklyn favourite things 8.25 – El Michels Affair, Lord Of The Isles, Astrid Engberg feat. Jonas Cook, Jaywalk and The Cadillacs, Illa J and Ash Walker, Yoni Mayraz feat. Fly Anakin, Makaya McCraven, SUCADO, Ancient Infinity Orchestra, Saul Williams feat. Aja Monet, Fata Morgana, Wilder Maker feat. Joseph Shabason, Morcheeba
Jaywalk and The Cadillacs is a dynamic soul duo blending vintage aesthetics with modern groove. Their music is a fusion of timeless soul, jazz-infused rhythms, and contemporary production, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and fresh. With a deep appreciation for classic artistry, they craft records that embody rich
The second volume of Invisible Inc’s 10-year anniversary celebrations has landed, hot on the heels of the scorching first volume. Where Volume 1 focussed on the dub-style, electronic and ambient side of the label’s output, the second volume leans towards the ‘psych’ side of the label. As has been a
Women in Jazz – New Voices. New Perspectives. The upcoming Women in Jazz album is a bold showcase of some of the most exciting female artists shaping the sound of modern jazz today. Curated and produced by the Women in Jazz platform, the record brings together established names and emerging
‘as night falls’ is the latest release from Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Jerk (Joshua Kinney) – a moody, shape-shifting EP that traces the arc of a single night. Made in close collaboration with drummer and longtime friend Martine Wade, the project moves through moments of tension, introspection, and groove-driven release.
After nine years, Tortoise return with ‘Touch‘ —an album of cinematic, wordless compositions shaped by distance, adaptation, and deep collaboration. Created across studios in Chicago, L.A., and Portland, it’s the band’s first project not built entirely in one room—yet it’s remarkably cohesive. The five members, scattered geographically, adapted their usual
Ebi Soda return with their third album frank dean and andrew—a chaotic, genre-defying dive into jazz, post-punk, grime, and UK electronic textures. Born from jam sessions in a remote farmhouse, the record pushes their “punk jazz” ethos further while embracing cinematic weirdness and distorted moods. Tracks like red in tokyo
Rio de Janeiro guitarist and composer Fabiano do Nascimento returns with his new album Cavejaz—a project sparked by a conversation with Minas Gerais singer Jennifer Souza, who encouraged him to record with Paulo Santos, a member of the legendary Brazilian group UAKTI. Known for crafting their own instruments from recycled
On ‘Sequent‘, Jamie Leeming steps fully into his voice as a composer and bandleader. Released September 19, 2025 on Sekito Records, this is his sophomore solo album—an expansive, twelve‑track journey stitched together with rich collaborators and analogue warmth.  Jamie gathers some of the UK’s finest voices—Alfa Mist, Laura Misch,
Sudan Archives returns with her boldest, most electrifying project yet: The BPM, scheduled for release on October 17, 2025 via Stones Throw Records. Crafted across the musical hubs of Detroit, Chicago, and Los Angeles, this album is a pulsating homage to the club traditions of these cities blended with experimental
Joaquín Cornejo’s latest EP, Cap I Cua, is an evocative collection born from improvisation, nature, and the simple joys of creation. Released via YUKU Records on September 5, 2025, the project distills weeks of organic musical exploration—from a period spent working with plants, people, and the hope they inspire—into five
Producer, Artist, and Drummer Silvan Strauss has had two impressive years since the release of his debut album „FACING“ (Kabul Fire Records, 2022). Fans were able to follow in real time how an already household name from the German Jazz bubble reached international spheres such as the Montreux Jazz Festival,
Over the past year, Krakow-based quintet Omasta has been making waves across the Polish and European jazz scenes. Known for their electrifying live shows and deep-rooted groove, the band now presents their debut studio album, Jazz Report from the Hood—a gritty, rhythm-rich soundtrack inspired by city life and everyday struggle.
El Michels Affair returns with 24 Hr Sports—a vibrant, genre-defying release arriving on September 5, 2025 via Big Crown Records. This dynamic studio album captures the cinematic soul of Leon Michels, blending nostalgic inspirations with modern flair. Drawing on the bold visuals of 1980s–’90s Sports Illustrated, MF DOOM’s Special Herbs
Big Crown Records presents the instrumental version of Yarın Yoksa by Derya Yıldırım & Grup Şimşek—a powerful fusion of psychedelic soul and Anatolian roots, produced by Leon Michels. With Derya’s expressive bağlama playing at its core, the group brings a fresh, genre-defying sound that feels both deeply rooted and boldly
On ‘Live from Kantine Berghain’, Conic Rose capture the raw energy and emotional nuance of their genre-blurring sound in a striking live performance at one of Berlin’s most iconic venues. Known for their unique fusion of jazz, indie, and electronic elements, the band transforms the stage into a dynamic, cinematic
Recordings from the Åland Islands, the 2022 debut from synthesist Jeremiah Chiu and violist Marta Sofia Honer, is a deeply immersive blend of analog electronics, strings, and field recordings—captured on a journey to the remote Baltic archipelago. It marked a turning point for International Anthem, expanding the label’s ambient palette
Grammy-winning and Oscar-nominated artist Adrian Quesada (of Black Pumas) returns with the 2nd volume in his acclaimed ‘Boleros Psicodélicos’ project. The new volume features special guests Cuco, Hermanos Gutierrez, Ed Maverick, iLe, Angelica Garcia & more. The project is inspired by the late 60s/70s when Latin American balladry was highly
bklyn favourite things 7.25 – Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, Qwalia, Alfa Mist feat. Tawiah, 14KT feat. Rich Medina, Ian Ewing, Homeboy Sandman, Freddie Gibbs feat. Anderson .Paak, Brenk Sinatra, NCY Milky Band, Jerk, Lampen, Reginald Omas Mamode IV, Smoke Trees, Yesterday’s Princess, Alto, Smerz, Silk Mob, Venna feat. MIKE
From liner notes by Lars Gotrich: “We begin in the void, as we always do. Endless skies. Black night sighs. Space is the place, but in solitude, an empty embrace. But in the darkness still we find an obsidian shimmer. Heather Sommerhauser drones starless synthesizer tones. Billy Mohler’s upright bass
With Ok No Club, French quartet NCY Milky Band once again defy easy classification, offering up an album that drifts somewhere between future jazz, psychedelic funk, library music, and electronic experimentation. The band from Nancy approaches sound like a finely tuned research unit—playful and loose at times, then sharply rhythmic
Intervals is the new record from Naarm-based musician and producer L Lewis out now on Bathtub Music. Blending jazz harmony, electronic production, and improvisation, the release expands on the sonic palette introduced in their debut. Built from live studio recordings in Naarm (Melbourne) with L Lewis, Lachlan Thompson, Finn Milne,
‘The Sirens’ is SHOLTO’s most emotionally expansive work to date—a dreamlike, textured journey through desire, doubt, and duality. Inspired by ancient mythology and personal introspection, the album blends shimmering strings, harp, jazz drums, and electronic elements into compositions that feel more like cinematic vignettes than songs. Compared to SHOLTO’s earlier
bklyn favourite things 6.25 – Brandee Younger, Brenk Sinatra, Sababa 5, Yesterday’s Princess, Psychic Temple, Alfa Mist, Hector Plimmer feat. Laura Misch, Marysia Osu & Rohan Ayinde, Nate Mercereau, Madeleine, Chiminyo feat. Marysia Osu, James Akers, Daniel Casimir, Lyle Barton & Tilé Gichigi-Liperé, Kutiman, Yuuf, Conic Rose, Joe Armon-Jones feat.
Genre-defying quintet Bubble Wrap Trap returns with ‘Enter The Bab’, their third studio album and debut release on Anova Music, out October 17th, 2025. Enter The Bab is a fearless, genre-bending journey through jazz, new wave, and electronic rock, drawing from influences like John Coltrane and Hank Mobley to avant-rock
With BLURS, Detroit producer and MC Black Milk delivers one of his most introspective and sonically adventurous records to date. Released via Mass Appeal, the album blends raw lyricism with lush, often cinematic production—drawing from hip-hop, soul, jazz, and experimental textures in equal measure. Across 12 tracks, Black Milk reflects
Ruby Rushton’s fifth studio album Legacy! written by band leader Tenderlonious and keys player Aidan Shepherd, marks a new chapter for the hugely influential UK jazz group. In the past the band – which also includes trumpeter Nick Walters and drummer Tim Carnegie – worked with a “one take” live
Tom Skinner, drummer for The Smile and Sons of Kemet, returns with his long-awaited solo album Kaleidoscopic Visions, arriving on September 26, 2025, via Brownswood Recordings and International Anthem, with streaming to follow on October 17  . Skinner set the tone for this project with the title track, an intuitive
Dreams In Aspamia – a stunning new 6-track EP of dreamy, instrumental cinematic funk, rich with trip-hop, jazz, and global music textures. Kutiman crafts a hypnotic journey here: jazzy guitars, double bass, analogue keys, and otherworldly manipulated vocals flow through lush, panoramic arrangements that recall Khruangbin, El Michels Affair, SAULT,
Vienna’s beat maker Brenk Sinatra returns with Midnite Ride IV, set to drop on August 1, 2025 via Wave Planet Records. This fourth installment in his acclaimed Midnite Ride series continues the dusk-to-dawn journey through lush, soulful hip-hop soundscapes. With 17 tracks clocking in at around 42 minutes, it promises the perfect late-night
FloFilz’s new album Hagaki—out September 12th on Melting Pot Music—is a musical postcard from Japan. Blending jazz, beats, and Japanese cultural influences, it was recorded in both Berlin and Tokyo and features guests like Takuya Kuroda, Nao Yoshioka, Budamunk, Toshiki Soejima, and Matt Wilde. The album’s rich visual identity comes
An unfiltered invocation by Saul Williams opens this sound ceremony with Carlos Niño & Friends, held beneath oak and black walnut trees in Coldwater Canyon Park, Los Angeles, on December 18, 2024. Organized by Noah Klein of Living Earth and hosted by the conservation group TreePeople, it marked a first
Keyboardist and producer Yoni Mayraz returns with an anticipated new album, ’Dogs Bark Babies Cry’ set for release on September 5th 2025, via PPK Records (Pino Palladino & David Passick). The follow-up to his breakout debut ‘Dybbuk Tse!’ sees Mayraz pushing his singular sound into deeper, wilder territory. ‘Dogs Bark
bklyn favourite things 5.25 – A2’, Larry June, Wayne Snow, Kojey Radical feat. Bawo, LESKY, MAS & Beyond Moments, KOKOROKO, Loyle Carner, Reginald Omas Mamode IV, Jeff Parker, Mark de Clive-Lowe, Hector Plimmer feat. Julia Biel, Yoni Mayraz, Alfa Mist, Ben LaMar Gay, Jeremiah Chiu & Marta Sofia Honer, Run
Bassist Pino Palladino has been a sought-after studio musician with many greats, including Elton John, Tears for Fears, David Gilmour, D’Angelo, and Adele. He has showcased his jazz talent with Manu Katché, Dominic Miller, and others. In 2021, Impulse! Records released “Notes with Attachments,” his first collaboration with guitarist and
Marysia Osu Announces New Remix Single “care to care (feat. Plumm) – Oliver Palfreyman rework” and Upcoming Remix EP harp, beats & dreams reworks Visionary harpist and producer Marysia Osu is proud to announce the release of a stunning new remix single, “care to care (feat. Plumm) – Oliver Palfreyman
A must-listen for fans of The Heliocentrics, Khruangbin, The Dap Kings, and Moğollar. Sababa 5 return with Nadir, their first full album of new music since 2023’s Aspan. The Tel Aviv band deepens its signature blend of psychedelic soul and Middle Eastern rock into darker, more cinematic territory—championed by tastemakers
Domenique Dumont’s fourth album, Deux Paradis, arrives like the three that came before it – with an air of mystery and wonder. This is dance music for inner worlds – rituals, revelations and reveries. Deux Paradis is a ten-track song cycle that leads the listener through the rhythm of a
With Berlin, Swiss multi-instrumentalist and producer Michael Benedikt delivers a deeply atmospheric and genre-defying record that blurs the lines between jazz, lo-fi beats, and cinematic soundscapes. Known for his work with Weird Beard and his subtle explorations of rhythm and texture, Benedikt takes a more intimate, minimalist approach on this
Mansur Brown shares his truest, most honest album to date, Rihla, which means journey in Arabic. Embarking on this voyage, you’re hearing an artist in full flow – bucking trends and freely making music that isn’t confined by genre. “Rihla to me is a diary of my life up until
Little Simz’s sixth studio album, Lotus, released on June 6, 2025, marks a significant evolution in her artistic journey. Departing from her long-standing collaboration with producer Inflo, Simz teams up with Miles Clinton James to craft a soundscape that blends jazz, punk, soul, and Afrobeat influences .  The album
Josef Leimberg—a Los Angeles-based artist, producer, and trumpet player—has carved an exceptional path in music, seamlessly blending jazz, funk, hip-hop, and soul into colossal soundscapes. His journey began in the early 1990s with the group Mad Kap, where he honed his skills as a trumpet player and producer. Over time,
On his sixth studio release Roulette, the prolific producer, songwriter, pianist and MC Alfa Mist has created his own sci-fi universe – a vast dystopia where themes of revenge, forgiveness and redemption loom large. Alfa Mist’s albums have always tackled big themes. This time, however, he explores an imagined near-future
Jamie Leeming continues to shine as one of London’s most beloved jazz guitarists, a key collaborator to artists like Alfa Mist, Tom Misch and Jas Kayser. His second solo album “Sequent” further impresses his talents as a musician and songwriter – featuring contributions from Laura Misch, Sly5thAve and Kaya Thomas-Dyke,
Openness Trio is the debut album by a unique collective comprised of guitarist and producer Nate Mercereau, saxophonist Josh Johnson, and percussionist Carlos Niño. Free-thinking creators who bring a depth of experience from wide-ranging collaborations with the likes of André 3000, Meshell Ndegeocello, Kamasi Washington, Shabaka, Jeff Parker, Makaya McCraven,
bklyn favourite things 4.25 – EABS, Ben LaMar Gay, Floating Points feat. Zongamin, Valentina Magaletti & Miriam Adefris, Brandee Younger, Rachel Kitchlew & SFJ feat. SHOLTO & David Bardon, Elori Saxl, Pauli Lyytinen, Joy Spheres Rees, Phi-Psonics, Mark de Clive-Lowe, Opek, Adrian Younge, Allysha Joy, The Offline, Surprise Chef, Yesterday’s
After their first musical encounter entitled “Seaside”, which was featured on Melodiesinfonie’s album “Softboi”, we couldn’t wait to hear more from the duo of OG Florin and Melodiesinfonie. They did not disappoint and are following up quickly with their first collaborative album: “Meh Als Null & Eis” Their music is