Compiled by ears, not data. In a music industry increasingly dominated by algorithms, "Beyond the Algorithm" offers a different way of discovering music. It is a statement that human curation still matters, that musical diversity deserves to be heard, and that meaningful connections between artists and listeners are worth far more than another recommendation generated by an algorithm.
Bringing the lights back on. Celebration of Failure, offers deep, authentic explorations of the vulnerable emotional states encountered on this long journey of destruction and rebuilding. Federal Lights move through desperation, obsession, depression, escape, defeat, loss, and ultimately, redemption through choice. The sound is anthemic, atmospheric rock.
Low Fi and Lo Fuss. The wait is over. The Fods (New Jersey USA & Cheshire UK) have completed their tenth and final song for their album "Does Not Conform to Regulations". The Fods, Comprising of a rotating cast of collaborators, stretching back to long-standing writing partnerships from the ’90s right through to new cohorts found in the Wild West that is the internet. As a result the material is eclectic, but always with a commitment to Low Fi and Lo Fuss.
What is art?. Art, the expression of a creative thought process involving talent and skill. As we are still in the process of wrapping our heads around AI, we feel the need to communicate some provisos with regard to AI generated works submitted to us.
Outstanding Music. The UK's biggest celebration of African and Caribbean music and culture, Africa Oyé Festival, makes its return to Liverpool on 20th and 21st June this summer with an amazing line-up: Fatoumata Diawara, Patoranking, Janet Kay, Fulu Miziki, Ghorwane, Nana Benz Du Togo, Kizaba, Kobo Town, Awale Jant Band and many more!
The sample alchemist. The sample alchemist Degiheugi returns to his roots with his 11th album “Endless Smile 2". A 16-track project created as a tribute to his iconic album Endless Smile released in 2015. A perfect balance between hip-hop beats, electronic textures, warm brass arrangements and soulful shades, carried by meticulously selected samples.