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Taavi Tulev ~ Rand/Beach

To some, Rand/Beach may seem out of season, released in the heart of winter.  But when the blinds are closed to the white, and a fire dispels the cold (currently 1F/-17C), the sounds of the shore are evocative, enticing and hopeful.

Taavi Tulev ~ Rand/Beach

To some, Rand/Beach may seem out of season, released in the heart of winter.  But when the blinds are closed to the white, and a fire dispels the cold (currently 1F/-17C), the sounds of the shore are evocative, enticing and hopeful.

Lea Bertucci ~ Axis/Atlas

Those who view New York artist Lea Bertucci as a bass clarinetist are missing the bigger picture.  Fresh from her residency at Brooklyn’s ISSUE Project Room and already preparing for two other residencies, Bertucci has proven herself to be a visual artist,

Lea Bertucci ~ Axis/Atlas

Those who view New York artist Lea Bertucci as a bass clarinetist are missing the bigger picture.  Fresh from her residency at Brooklyn’s ISSUE Project Room and already preparing for two other residencies, Bertucci has proven herself to be a visual artist,

noam ~ overdramatic

Is this price for real?  Because wow, even Norman Records has commented that £3.99 seems like quite a bargain for this much music.  noam is the new band led by Kentaro Togawa, who our readers will remember from Hopeless Local Marching Band.

noam ~ overdramatic

Is this price for real?  Because wow, even Norman Records has commented that £3.99 seems like quite a bargain for this much music.  noam is the new band led by Kentaro Togawa, who our readers will remember from Hopeless Local Marching Band.

M/M ~ Before We Lost Ourselves

You would not believe the sort of day I’ve had ~ the sort of day that can leave a person, worn out, bone tired, drained.  Fortunately, I was able to come home to this calming cassette.  Readers in search of intelligent,

M/M ~ Before We Lost Ourselves

You would not believe the sort of day I’ve had ~ the sort of day that can leave a person, worn out, bone tired, drained.  Fortunately, I was able to come home to this calming cassette.  Readers in search of intelligent,

Tepe Gawra ~ A Rise in the Chalcolithic

A Rise In The Chalcolithic seems like an awakening, and as such is perfect for the launch of a new label.  Epic and immersive, the album has an ambience that feels huge, legendary and timeless.  The oversized CD jewel box

Tepe Gawra ~ A Rise in the Chalcolithic

A Rise In The Chalcolithic seems like an awakening, and as such is perfect for the launch of a new label.  Epic and immersive, the album has an ambience that feels huge, legendary and timeless.  The oversized CD jewel box

Aguo ~ Realized Distortion

The debut album from Spanish quartet Aguo is instantly endearing on every level.  Marisa Hudlin’s cover art is colorful and energetic, a perfect match for the music.  The release is available on a limited edition USB stick, embedded in a small ceramic

Aguo ~ Realized Distortion

The debut album from Spanish quartet Aguo is instantly endearing on every level.  Marisa Hudlin’s cover art is colorful and energetic, a perfect match for the music.  The release is available on a limited edition USB stick, embedded in a small ceramic

Smileswithteeth ~ Walk Forever

It’s been two years since we last heard from Montreal’s Gabriel Gutierrez (Smileswithteeth), who impressed us with his sophomore EP Everyday Always.  His follow-up is only half the length, but it’s just as appealing.  The title refers to a semester Gutierrez

Smileswithteeth ~ Walk Forever

It’s been two years since we last heard from Montreal’s Gabriel Gutierrez (Smileswithteeth), who impressed us with his sophomore EP Everyday Always.  His follow-up is only half the length, but it’s just as appealing.  The title refers to a semester Gutierrez

Lapsihymy ~ you’re alright / losing grip

We don’t usually take age into account in our reviews.  Younger artists are not necessarily amateurs, while older artists are not necessarily accomplished.  One never knows when an artist might peak: early, late or mid-career.  This being said, Finland’s Lapsihymy made a point

Lapsihymy ~ you’re alright / losing grip

We don’t usually take age into account in our reviews.  Younger artists are not necessarily amateurs, while older artists are not necessarily accomplished.  One never knows when an artist might peak: early, late or mid-career.  This being said, Finland’s Lapsihymy made a point