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LIBERATO – LIBERATO III
For the New Year, Liberato has surprised his fans with a new release. An electro-pop ode to Naples, the album celebrates the city’s traditions and cosmopolitanism. Still anonymous, the rapper, often compared to Daft Punk, fascinates with his mystery, and mix of modernity and local poetry.
“A vibrant compilation of the characteristic melodies of the mysterious Neapolitan pop singer-songwriter”. Il Corriere della Sera

Lambrini Girls – Who Let The Dogs Out / City Slang
Brighton duo Lambrini Girls redefine punk with a debut album blending grunge, noise, and pop punk. Phoebe Lunny and Lilly Macieira deliver explosive riffs, sharp humor, and biting social critique, screaming their truths with unapologetic and unrelenting musical fury.
“On an album of fast-and-loose party punk, the British duo rails against misogyny, homophobia, and all manner of institutional cruelties with righteous fury and rambunctious glee.” Pitchfork

Son Lux – Risk Of Make Believe (EP) / City Slang
Son Lux makes a powerful return with their first new work since scoring the Oscar-winning Everything Everywhere All at Once. This EP showcases their talent for fusing experimental textures with emotional depth, delving into themes of transformation, introspection, and renewal.
“Eeriness is also afoot in the score; Son Lux, better than most, knows how to make you shudder.” Pitchfork

Tunng – Love You All over Again / Full Time Hobby
Tunng, pioneers of “pagan folktronica,” mark 20 years of music making by reconnecting with their electro-acoustic origins. Their signature mix of poetic lyrics, surreal imagery, and lush textures creates a sound both nostalgic and innovative, blending rustic folk with modern digital elements.
“The inventive English six-piece deliver another slice of whimsy, wit and gentle musical experimentation : a delightfully quirky return from the folktronica pioneers”. The Guardian

Anna B Savage – You & i are Earth / City Slang
Anna B Savage’s third album explores connection, healing, and love, drawing inspiration from her life in Ireland. With delicate, intimate soundscapes crafted by Irish musicians and producer John ‘Spud’ Murphy, the record exudes vulnerability, authenticity, and profound emotional resonance.
“We kick off the new year with a look at some of the albums we’re most excited about for 2025, and the songs from them that we’re obsessed with. This includes the transfixing sounds of Anna B Savage…” NPR

Jeremy Pelt – Woven / HighNote Records
Jeremy Pelt, celebrated jazz trumpeter, masterfully fuses traditional jazz with modern techniques. Renowned for his evocative compositions, Pelt’s music explores daring dimensions, blending electro-acoustic elements, emotive depth, and a profound dedication to storytelling, pushing the boundaries of contemporary jazz expression.
“A trumpet virtuoso who could have dropped without blinking into classic 1960s Blue Note sessions cut years before he was born” The Guardian

François and the Atlas Mountains – Âge fleuve / InFiné
François Marry’s new album marks a fresh chapter for the project, now a solo endeavor. Featuring contributions from prestigious guests like Thomas de Pourquery, Malik Djoudi, and Rozi Plain, it delves into loss, memory, and heritage with luminous, fluid pop.
“A delightful inspiration on the passage of time”. FIP

Thala – Avalanche / Fire
Berlin-based artist Thala creates heartfelt indie rock and dreamy pop infused with nostalgic 90s shoegaze. Her sophomore album serves as a cathartic coming-of-age statement, weaving introspective themes, ethereal soundscapes, and uplifting melodies into a moving musical experience.
“Her lyrics are melancholy but beautifully-drawn, recalling the emotional intensity of Mazzy Star or Slowdive”. The Line Of Best Fit

Masako Ohta, Matthias Lindermayr – Nozomi / Squama
Pianist Masako Ohta and trumpeter Matthias Lindermayr come together once more to create a contemplative, improvisation-focused album filled with hope. Recorded in Munich, their gentle, unhurried melodies, including a poignant Ryuichi Sakamoto cover, offer listeners a serene and healing sonic retreat.
“Ohta and Lindermayr don’t rely on superficial effects or note acrobatics; they play harmonically concise miniatures from which lively improvisations develop.” Jazz Zeitung

Echo Thrills – The Garden EP / B3SCI Records / Superbloom
Echo Thrills, the project of Stockholm’s Oskar Jennefors, crafts dreamy, groove-filled tracks reminiscent of Tame Impala and Unknown Mortal Orchestra. With vibrant basslines and playful psychedelia, Echo Thrills invites listeners on a euphoric journey of love, exploration, and irresistible rhythms.
“Introducing Echo Thrills, a fresh experimental artist that revives old retro and draws from 70’s genres like soul, disco and psychedelic rock.” Unheard Gems

Marshall Allen – New Dawn / Mexican Summer
Marshall Allen, the legendary leader of Sun Ra Arkestra, marks his 100th birthday with his debut solo album. Featuring Neneh Cherry, this record channels cosmic jazz traditions into a vibrant and timeless journey filled with soulful experimentation and celestial grooves.
“New Dawn is clearly an extension of Ra’s legacy and sound, but it’s also a masterful endeavour filtered through Allen’s tastes and approach.” – John Morrison, The Wire

Adam F – Colours Revisited / 181 Recordings (SRD)
Adam F revisits his iconic 1997 album Colours” with the release of Colours Revisited, blending vintage jazz, drum ‘n’ bass, and modern production techniques. Featuring re-recorded tracks and fresh solos, this revitalized masterpiece bridges generations and redefines the MOBO Award-winning classic.
“The rework Adam has created celebrates the deep history of the track and the heavy influence that it has had on modern-day drum and bass.” UKF

Suwon Yim – Closet of Stories / infin et al.
Suwon Yim, a South Korean jazz pianist and Berklee graduate, masterfully blends global influences with her rich artistry. As a seasoned performer and composer, she has toured internationally, released critically acclaimed albums, and co-founded the duo Fully Bold, amassing over 2 million streams.
“It’s going to be able to bring jazz to a new audience and showcase the abilities of a talented artist.” Korean Indie

Roseaux – Roseaux III / Fanon Records
Roseaux, a musical project led by Émile Omar (Radio Nova), producer Alex Finkin and cellist Clément Petit, explores a poetic universe blending folk, jazz and soul. This Parisian trio invites great voices to sublimate its compositions, creating timeless sonic journeys.
“Three men united by a love of music from all sources, especially that which touches the soul.” Radio Nova

TOKiMONSTA – Eternal Reverie / Young Art Records
Grammy-nominated producer TOKiMONSTA unveils her seventh studio album, featuring exciting collaborations with artists like Anderson .Paak and Cakes da Killa. This project blends hip-hop and house influences, showcasing her signature ethereal soundscapes and highlighting her ongoing creative evolution.
“Prepare your dancing feet for Eternal Reverie. The album’s title is fitting, as TOKiMONSTA’s lighthearted yet beautifully complex beats are sure to put listeners into a dreamlike reverie of their own”. EDM

Ballaké Sissoko & Piers Faccini – Our Calling / No Format!
Ballaké Sissoko and Piers Faccini continue their collaboration, which began 20 years ago, crafting a distinctive musical exchange between Mandingo traditions and British folk. Their new acoustic album beautifully honors migration and celebrates the deep connections and shared stories between diverse cultures.
“The folk poet and the kora master reunite for a duet album, a humanist acoustic tale.” FIP

Etienne de Crécy – WARM UP / Pixadelic
French Touch icon Étienne de Crécy reinvents his musical style with an organic and introspective album. By collaborating with artists like Damon Albarn, Olivia Merilahti, and Peter Von Poehl, he explores warm and downtempo sounds, revealing a captivating new facet of his talent.
“A precursor of the French Touch with his group Motorbass, founded in 1993 alongside Philippe Zdar (Cassius), he is also known for his visual and hypnotic shows (from Super Discount to Space Echo via the Cube).” Resident Advisor

Twin Shadow – Georgie / Dom Recs
Twin Shadow, a Dominican-American artist, songwriter, and producer, unveils his sixth album, dedicated to his late father. This stripped-down, drumless record beautifully captures his rawest of emotions and showcases his artistic evolution, blending vulnerability with a profound sense of creative authenticity.
“Twin Shadow proves he’s one of the most innovative artists of our time. Lewis once again proves he can be a standout creative force while creating intimate songs that are universally relatable.” The Independent

Vega Trails – Sierra Tracks / Gondwana
Milo Fitzpatrick’s cinematic chamber-jazz project, Vega Trails, unveils its second album. Inspired by the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains, this lush, orchestral work features Portico Quartet’s founder and Mammal Hands’ Jordan Smart, blending piano, vibraphone, and strings to evoke natural grandeur and introspection.
“This is a very good album recommended not only for fans of fellow Gondwana label-mates, Portico Quartet and Mammal Hands, but for those who relish the soulful but restrained sound of an acoustic horn and bass duet.” UK Jazz News