Life-time culture shifting painter Ruby Mazur gloriously revisits his 1971 Mouth & Tongue symbol from The Rolling Stones Tumbling Dive record sleeve, for a 50 year anniversary.
Music
The sound is unique in every way, not least of all structurally as these various sections evolve from genre to genre and chaos to calm.
Ultimately tackling the issue of loss, separation and overcoming, the song leads with a creative edge that quickly sets a dark and intriguing mood.
Ambient jazz with a trip hop pulse from way back when, organic layers of guitar interwoven with dreamy synth for a smoothly hypnotic dose of escapism – 57th Street takes you there with ease.
A deeply thoughtful track, with dashes of uncertainty, conceptual insecurity, reflected both lyrically and in the changing chord patterns.
Unpredictable yet well-rooted in its experimental and contemplative nature, Ahead Of Time is a brilliantly unique project, from an act with the sort of artistry and energy once blended by the likes of Massive Attack.
Clever bars, unique sound-design, passion and precision united – Angels stands out for its strength of character, skill and professionalism all at once.
Leading with a stylishly timeless backdrop and a smooth, sultry chord progression, Cpyridon take on a fresh melody and clear vocal passion throughout this intimate yet bold new single.
Creative production offers cinematic detailing just briefly, before an intensely bass-heavy rhythm kicks in and blows up the speakers – OGKD keeps his vocal upfront and crisp for the quirky new anthem Dash.
It’s not always easy to recommend a project that so cleverly redirects first impressions, but for fans of RnB, hip hop, reggae and indeed quirky alternative pop, this two-album release is a must.
Intense writing, honest performances, music that feels fresh yet also well-rooted amidst the heavy-weights of the genre.
Taymarion leads with breathy, seductive RnB vocals, and backs this up with mellow instrumental vibes and some smooth dance moves to further relight the style of the genre from way back when.