Featured Albums
Monoswezi / Shanu: 'Woshanda'
By its very nature Monoswezi is a musical collective in a perpetual state of evolution, and Shanu charts the incorporation of new electronic elements into the band’s trademark Afro-Nordic soundscape.
Salve to the ears of those tired of cosmetic “world fusion” bands, Monoswezi plunge across international waters to meld a meeting of musics that is well thought out, well executed and an audio pleasure to be devoured.
Itzhak Ventura / Aligned: 'Pendulum'
After many years of study with master musicians around the world, Itzhak Ventura explores the sound of the ney (Middle Eastern end-blown reed flute) as part of his contemporary quartet.
Bringing a fresh perspective to the sound of the ancient ney flute, Itzhak Ventura's stunning dance-like melody in this track echos the swinging of a pendulum.
Anouar Kaddour Cherif / Djawla: 'Call of the Night'
Armed with his beloved mandole, Anouar Kaddour Cherif draws on his Algerian musical roots within a contemporary jazz setting. From heartfelt pieces reflecting his life in exile to animal-inspired spiritual tales, this is a sublime collection of Arabic jazz-tinged compositions.