Soundtrack 313
Soundtrack [313] makes the case that The Detroit Escalator Company is just as central to the development of techno beyond the boundaries of the dance floor as his more renowned counterparts.
Spell 31
Spell 31 is a slow-burning, wide-ranging album that speaks to Ibeyi’s artistry and heritage.
Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers
By touching on themes that are normally taboo in the rap world, Kendrick Lamar’s latest pushes the boundaries of hip-hop and gives us one of the most honest, soul-baring albums of this generation.
Igor & Romeo’s Sound Excitement
Featuring nods to jazz, funk, and other eccentric musical styles, Sound Excitement is an exploration in musical freedom.
Opening The Door
It’s been a rather long journey to the release of Jack J’s debut album and it’s well worth the wait.
Kumoyo Island
With Kumoyo Island, their fifth and final album, Japanese psych rock outfit Kikagaku Moyo go out with an emphatic bang.
Aethiopes
The best rap album of 2022 so far, Aethiopes, is another masterclass from billy woods that continues to push the boundaries of his art.
Maloo
The quintessential cosmic trip, Maloo is a celestial ocean of sound, a genre-bending work that introduces us to an exciting new artist to watch.
Chance
A sonic union of percussive, industrial restlessness and experimental electronic ambience, Société Etrange craft an undeniable atmosphere with just a few instruments that enthralls and entices from the get go.
Resavoir
Resavoir’s self-titled debut blends the vibrant, genre-bending spirit of artists like Thundercat and Kamasi Washington with the intricate arrangements and deep, hard-edged tones of their Chicago jazz roots.