For Maelström, the follow up to their acclaimed debut album Samā'ī (with raving reviews in Uncut, Songlines, Uk Vibe and Electronic Sound), Azmari has delved into uncharted musical territories creating a mesmerizing "azmarian" identity and melding intricate jazz textures with intoxicating oriental influences, otherworldly ethio grooves, enigmatic dark funk, and the pulsating beats of dub music.... Read more
John Ghost (Ghent, Belgium) is the sextet led by guitarist/composer Jo De Geest. As a group, they draw influences from jazz, rock, and contemporary classical music. Minimalism, electronics, and an overall cinematic quality characterize their instrumental sound. The ensemble's sound can be described as a symbiosis of Hidden Orchestra, Portico Quartet, and James Holden.
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KAU is an instrumental trio based in Brussels. Representing various European backgrounds, the Belgian capital and melting pot proves to be a never-ending source of inspiration for the band. Taking influences from jazz, groove, and dance music, their aim is simple but straightforward: to make your heads bob. Their formula to do so has been the same since their early days: improvisation, never-... Read more
With a moody and entrancing introduction followed by a steady groove, 'Khamsin' emerges as the second teaser and second track from Azmari's highly anticipated upcoming album, 'Maelström.' Embark on a captivating journey into a Middle Eastern universe where diverse cultures and mesmerizing vibes collide, forming a stunning multiverse of sound. 'Khamsin' is a masterful fusion of jazz textures and... Read more
'The Quantities' is the second single from 'Thin Air . Mirror Land', the new album by John Ghost, which will be out on October 20 via Sdban Ultra. The single 'The Dimmed' was released earlier and received airplay on BBC6, Soho Radio, Blue:in Green Radio, Resonance.fm and Jam RTBF. Next to that there was editorial support from Cast The Dice, Written in Music and The Organ.
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