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Soyuz – Krok [Mr Bongo Records]
“Krok”, is the fourth alum from the Belarus collective Soyuz. “Krok”, which means “step” in Belarusian carries a lot of meaning throughout the album. The band is now based in Warsaw due to political unrest back home. The uncertainty of their new life became the inspiration for this record. Composer and multi-instrumentalist Alex Chumak has crafted a deeply meditative album that explores dreamy atmospheres. Limited by resources to record in Warsaw, the band recorded the first session of the album in Sao Paulo at the studio of prominent Brazilian musician Sessa. “Lingua Do Mundo” features Brazilian vocalist/guitarist Tim Bernados. Bernados showcases his lush vocals and swaying guitar melodies. Add to that the stirring strings and you have a blissful tune you will get lost in. “P7 Blues” is a mid-tempo mellow tune driven by warm keys and vocal harmonies. “Krok” blurs the lines of genres. In addition to the Brazilian rhythms are sketches of Jazz, folk and Eastern European textures. Chumak is joined by Mikita Arlou along with Polish musicians Albert Karch on drums and guitarist Igor Wisniewski. Chumak’s string arrangements will tug on your heartstrings. Despite their challenges the band has amassed an array of emotive compositions that offer hope for brighter days ahead. Simply put this is a marvelous record that shouldn’t be missed.
The Brkn Record – The Architecture of Oppression Part 2 [BBE Music]
Jake Ferguson, one half of the Heliocentrics returns with volume 2 of his solo project, The Brkn Record. While the theme of vol 1 centered on braking down oppressive institutions, vol 2 takes an extra step in calling out the injustices within the system. Ferguson certainly has enlisted an array of socially conscious artists to push this message forward. The mighty Anthony Joseph appears on three tracks here. “Skull Tax” comes in with a roar. A thumping bass groove and infectious electric guitar provides the canvas for Joseph’s thought provoking lyrics. “We Need Freedom” is a spirtual gem that kicks off with simmering percussion followed by searing Tenor sax and flute rhythms. UK vocalist Jermain Jackman’s falsetto moves the track to another level. “Prison of Skin” is another spiritual jazz keeper that speaks to the socio-economics prison that has held back countless communities. Ugochi Nwaogwugwu, a Nigerian singer/poet adds her heavenly vocals to the tune. A strong recording that entertains and enlightens you simultaneously.
https://thebrknrecord.bandcamp.com/album/the-architecture-of-oppression-part-2
Mario Luciano & Lauren Santi – Shades of Mauve [Madlib Invasion]
The Madlib invasion Music Library series continues with Producer Mario Luciano and vocalist Lauren Santi. “Shades of Mauve” is a collection of breezy jazz samples. Luciano’s keyboard arrangements take center stage while guitarist Gerson Zaragoza and drummer Ayepee play big roles. Santi’s vocal phrasings are spread throughout the fifteen track disc. “Inner Search” is layered with hazy synths and wordless vocal phrasings. “Psych Impression” is a cinematic offering highlighted by Santi’s opera styled vocals. “Blue Miles” captures the spirit of the Mountains with warm guitar and spacey rhodes. If you’re into laidback beats and dreamy soundscapes you’ll no doubt enjoy this one.
New Visionaries – Roadmaps [Love Monk Records]
Australian artist Joel Sarakula and Dutch musician Phil Martin are New Visionari
es. The duo first met in 2019 and the following year began working on tracks. “Roadmaps” is an eclectic collection of cinematic compositions and contemporary soul grooves. “Desert Disco Nights” has a seventies soundtrack aesthetic ignited by electric guitar and organ rhythms. “Summer Rain” is a mellow tune that features Hannah Williams on vocals. “Brasiliance” exudes warm vibes with percolating percussion and fender rhodes. This ten track release will keep your eardrums on lock and your head nod on non-stop.
Lorenzo Morresi & Le Isole – Pop Flop [Space Echo Records]
Italian DJ/Producer Lorenzo Morresi and Le Isole pay tribute to “library music” on his latest release “Pop Flop”. Library Music are obscure vinyl recordings written strictly for radio and television. These string laden jazz funk recordings were written by an array classically trained composers. Producer Luciano Cantone, who co-produced some of the recordings owns a large collection of rare library gems. Together they breathe new life into these recordings and lay down the groundwork for this impressive album. The disc kicks off with “Shalom”, a cosmic jazz funk heater. “Savana Urbana” is a mellow experimental number with a haunting groove. The ten track disc is filled with other cinematic compositions worth digging into. With Cantone’s vast collection I would expect to hear recordings like this from Morresi. This record deserves an encore.
Malcolm Strachan – Point Of No Return [Haggis Records]
https://malcolmstrachan.bandcamp.com/album/point-of-no-return