Sitting with Satoshi Ashikawa's Still Way.
Okay. I'm going out on a limb this week, I hope you'll join me.
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Vaults Of Eternity: Japan
Batavia Collective
Batavia Collective are a three-piece electronic jazz ensemble from Jakarta, Indonesia. The members - Doni Joesran, Elfa Zulham and Kenny Gabriel – joined us for this long-distance discussion to mark the release of their new EP, BTVC, on Belgium-based R&S Records.
Toro y Moi: Outer Peace
Welcome back to week three of the Spotlight On Blog's Three Weeks Of Toro y Moi Albums Event. That's what it's called I just decided.
Taeko Kunishima
Taeko Kunishima is a pianist and composer who I first became aware of in 2011, around the release of her third album, Late Autumn. At the time, I reviewed that record for the website All About Jazz and have followed her music since.
Toro y Moi: Soul Trash
Why You Need To Bust Out Those Old Heavy Metal CDs Right Now
Isn’t it funny how memories work?
Toro y Moi: MAHAL
The Rise of Ambient Music: A Study of a Genre
Pioneered by Brian Eno in the 1970s, ambient music has evolved beyond its minimalist roots to influence multiple genres. Today, its meditative qualities and emphasis on sonic textures resonate with audiences seeking calm in an increasingly chaotic world.
Hiroshi Yoshimura: Wet Land
Damn. Hiroshi Yoshimura gets me chilled the hell out.
John Lurie National Orchestra: The Invention Of Animals
The Invention Of Animals is sort of a "Best Of John Lurie" record, pulling original tracks written for Fishing With John. That show's a classic, and the genesis of the off-beat, meditative TV genre as far as I'm concerned. See also: How To with John Wilson and Chillin Island.
Kendrick Lamar: Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers
Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers is maybe the purest Kendrick Lamar Concept Album yet. The striking new production direction is here, the bars and the songwriting are here, the narrative arc is here. And we've even been treated to another helping of controversy, for flavor.