Reviews

Ancient Rhythms, Global Rhythms: Pete Wareham’s Favourite Records

Via his ensemble Melt Yourself Down, saxophonist Pete Wareham reimagines the rhythms and melodies of Nubia. Adam Quarshie caught up with him to discuss some of his influences, from the music of Egypt and Sudan to the music of East London.

Esben & The Witch Talk New EP, Label

Plus! Ace gig Wednesday

Elevate Your Mind: Seun Anikulapo Kuti’s Favourite Albums

Following the release of Black Times, his fourth album with Egypt '80, Seun Anikulapo Kuti guides Richie Troughton through a selection of 13 revolutionary, spiritual and mystical albums that have inspired him.

Finding The Connection: Laetitia Sadier’s Favourite Albums

Laetitia Sadier takes Ben Graham on a transformative journey via the power of music, with 13 records from Manchester to Rio De Janeiro, Toulouse to Chicago and beyond

Teeth Of The Sea

Orphaned By The Ocean

EEK feat. Islam Chipsy

Kahraba

Secret Weapons: Luke Una’s Favourite Music

As he prepares for the second volume of his É Soul Cultura series, Luke Una takes us through 13 of his favourite tracks, from his secret dancefloor fillers to the beauty of Pharoah Sanders

Beat Codes: Spoek Mathambo’s Favourite Albums

Spoek Mathambo gives Lior Phillips a tour of his record collection, crossing continents between the music of his South African homeland, American rap, and British new wave

Richard Skelton

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Richard Skelton turns his gaze skyward on an album rich with contrasts

New Peruvian Music Label Launched

Tiger's Milk Records to highlight gems from Peru's musical history

Don’t Fear The Reaper – Mick Mercer On Goth

Alex Ogg talks to Mick Mercer about his new Gothic book, Music To Die For, and asks... goth or not?

Conny Plank Tribute Album Announced

Four disc box set due next year featuring career highlights, live material and remixes from Walls and Jens-Uwe Beyer

Arvo Pärt Praises Sunn O))), Proffers Claw

Composer says they try to "stop time", throws rare bell claw to celebrate

Thrill Jockey Want You! (To Film Their Show)

Submit your videos of the upcoming TJ anniversary event in London to be made into a mega-collage doc

Alan Wilder Of Recoil & Depeche Mode’s 13 Favourite LPs

As Short Circuit fast approaches, we talk to Alan Wilder about his 13 favourite records, and how they shaped his work in post-Depeche Mode project Recoil

False Idol: Park Jiha Interviewed

As the K-Music 2022 Festival begins in London, Alex Rigotti speaks with Park Jiha about the nuances of playing piri and the tension between nation and identity in her work