Ukrainian artist and multi-instrumentalist Kondo wa Kondo, having relocated to America, found creative inspiration in the depths of nostalgia and missing something like home. In searching for the right word to explain these feelings, this struggle to adapt and accept such new surroundings, appeared to fit well under the Welsh word ‘Hiraeth’. The idea is a deep sense of longing for a place that no longer exists or can no longer be reached.
Ukraine--Europe
Impressively engaging for a new starter in production and sound-design, Don’t Do This features a timeless groove and a riff and effect-line just quirky enough to really blend the melodic and emotional tones with a clear sense of character and rising anticipation. We’re in a sort of early Fatboy Slim arena, a playful instrumental realm of sweeping synths and more clean-cut riffs alike, all separated by the opposing sections of this ongoing rhythm.
“You and I, ready to die for peace” resounds at the end of this hypnotic and heartfelt, harrowing yet beautiful journey. Meanwhile we’re presented with a unique fusion of Jazz, Soul, Classical, Folk and World music, as Antithesis of war gathers haunting but hopeful momentum.
Having risen up through the ranks as an independent Techno and electronic music DJ and producer celebrated by the underground dance realm, Ukrainian artist Detcom has now been fighting to protect his country for over two years, and all the while his music continues to make waves.
Written out of a deep consideration for what daily life would be like amidst the chaos and uncertainty of Ukraine at this time, Where Did You Go adopts the perspective of a civilian slowly and increasingly losing the people they hold close.
This globally collaborative album Visual Music takes listeners on an unprecedented journey of boldly enchanting, energizing and impressive musicianship and composition.
There are so many sections and moments to each song that your attention is held from start to finish – a rare and endlessly impressive trait.
Things evolve in a natural way, the intensity rises & the performance switches to more of a rap at the height of that passion. The instrumentation grows more colourful and a little heavier in unison with this change.
The opening few bars of music create a sunrise sort of vibe that leads beautifully, excitingly into the lightly energizing beat. And things continue to flourish from here on in. Absolutely worth a download for the summer months ahead.
This music can have a profound & awakening effect on its audience, if they let it. There’s something mildly addictive about the way it makes you feel. It’s beautifully haunting, dark yet comforting – the perfect fusion of elements to intrigue & entertain a busy, modern-day mind.