Christmas with a twist – heartfelt songwriting and organic musicianship, soulful vocals, and a depth of a backstory that inspires and warms at this time of year. Jordan Waring joins forces with Tony Hightower, for the evocative yet uplifting good vibes of Christmas at Rockerfeller Center.
Jazz Pop
Performatively noting influence from jazz and soul-pop legends, the music of Imaginary Problems, and in particular, the lyrical depth and openness, all shines light on a whole different set of inspirations from Indira May.
Ambient melodic originality and with thousands of listeners to back up its appeal, miso808 delivers an enchanting and deeply soothing collection of tracks, with the layered harmonies and stylistic freedom of bedtime stories mp3.
A huge celebration both in topic and style, Eyþór Alexander & Flammeus put in a phenomenal performance here, and deliver a single that’s not only a timeless and creatively distinct gem, but a perfectly-placed, theatrical big-band release to warm up the colder seasons.
Acoustic warmth and the live crackle of authentic, unplugged musicianship is always refreshing amidst the modern rise of AI and electronic overproduction. Enter Taji Morod, with the vintage wonder of an acoustically rising and falling folk sound.
Uniquely dreamy production and a mellow groove unite descending, bluesy chords with somewhat shoegaze-like tones and delicate vocals. Noah Milanovi celebrates intimacy and the wonder of wandering, with the jazz-kissed and colourful when we get to the hill.
Introducing a dreamy Trip Hop and Neo Soul combination that beautifully captivates – an eclectic and colourful approach, intoxicating and uplifting regardless of language or topic – Cathy Lay & the Suspenders deliver an immersive realm of quiet contemplation, for the the wonderful single Trop Tard.
Guitarist and songwriter 旋林/Rowens, born and raised in Taipei, Taiwan, illuminates the grey skies of modern indie pop, with the dreamy guitar-led arrangement and imagery of his brand new single Pink Rain.
Celebration and sorrow walk hand in hand, and rightfully so, as Black and Blue delivers one of the most fitting and memorable tributes ever to the iconic Amy Winehouse.
The creative return of 旋林Rowens this month brings a soulful jazz-pop single of trembling vocal realism, retro keys and bossa nova rhythms. The melodically nostalgic Old Photo presents a catchy yet calming progression, and relays a lyrical poem exploring the impermanence of love.
Smooth jazz softly allures, as Christina Qu introduces the beautifully original creativity of the sublime new single Bird Falling From The Sky.
Introducing an instantly catchy, quirky and uplifting classic – Nian Tong keeps things honest, colourful and addictively melodic, with the inescapably memorable I Eat Alone.