Eclectic Vibes
by Andrew Frey
Wookiefoot - You’re It
WookiefootYou’re It
Label: Wookiefoot
These magical now age bards have just tagged you with a full spectrum barrage of musical medicine, hop scotching across genres with whimsy and delight. From reggae to bluegrass to jam to conscious hip hop to middle eastern melodies and the combination of all the above there is never a dull moment, especially when complimented by their ever uplifting, thought provoking and clever lyrics. I am excited to see these tribadellic warriors perform this landmark new material!
• Wookiefoot Website • Wookiefoot FacebookKishi Bashi - String Quartet Live!
Kishi BashiString Quartet Live!
Label: Joyful Noise Recordings
Violin virtuoso, singer, and composer Kishi Bashi (aka K Ishibashi) soars to amazing heights fueled by the glorious foundation of an accompanying string ensemble that allow him to reimagine his award winning and critically acclaimed first two releases, 151a and Lighght through an orchestral pop lens. Through his experimental and unconventional song writing skills as well as his soaring voice, he has spilled his talent into ever more imaginative and rewarding compositional endeavors.
• Kishi Bashi Website • Kishi Bashi Facebook • Kishi Bashi WikiKai Altair - Shapeshifter: Dreamwalker Remixes
Kai AltairShapeshifter: Dreamwalker Remixes
Label: Kai Altair
Hailed as a ‘Modern Day Mermaid’, Kai Altair’s music is an ode to the ancient with futuristic flourishes and poppy etheric vocals. Featuring some of today’s top electronic high consciousness dj/producers (Desert Dwellers, Govinda, David Starfire, Kaminanda), and boasting a cover by Mugwort, this remix release is set to expound her wonders to a whole new audience in a whole new way.
• Kai Altair Website • Kai Altair Facebook • Kai Altair WikiArt Paul Schlosser and Friends - Duet Right
Art Paul Schlosser and FriendsDuet Right
Label: Art Paul Schlosser
What could be better than a new Art Paul Schlosser record? An Art Paul record with 26 songs harnessing more than that many of his friends! Recorded in various studios at various times, with wildly varying degrees of production, this long time Madison musician, often seen playing on street corners with his acoustic guitar and kazoo, shows off many of his tried and true “hits” here including Cookie, Bubbles, Purple Bananas on the Moon, Pink Pants and I Want To Hold Your Toe. Always eclectic, off the wall and never boring!
• Art Paul Schlosser and Friends Website • Art Paul Schlosser and Friends Facebook • Art Paul Schlosser and Friends WikiYaima - Antidote
YaimaAntidote
Label: Yaima
Blooming with a connection to nature and sparked by the fire of internal growth and transformation, this third release by Seattle based duo Masaru Higasa (Guitar, flutes, handpan) and Pepper Proud (guitar & vocals) constructs gentle soundscapes filled with stories about the Lightness of Being. An introspective journey filled with atmosphere and many perspectives of the grand whole will please and pacify your inner soul itch.
• Yaima WebsitePoranguí - Poranguí
PoranguíPoranguí
Label: Sol Creation Records
The red rocks of Sedona, AZ hold space for the musician, healer and creative spirit known as Porangui. He was cross culturally raised between Brazil, Mexico, and the Southwestern United States before training in ethnomusicology at Duke University, so his music draws from all of these. Poranguí’s signature World Soul style is created by using analogue hardware loopers, fx pedals, indigenous instruments and his voice to create mystical soundscapes capable of transporting listeners across space and time to a place of healing.
• Poranguí Website • Poranguí FacebookNango Manchay - Under Our Sun
Nango ManchayUnder Our Sun
Label: Desert Trax
Incorporating instruments and original recordings from all corners of the earth (Nepal, Australia, Central America), this “tribute to the unification of humanity and the common goals of peace and understanding” is a multi layered musical marvel that weaves together traditional genres to create a magnificent tapestry of inspiration and sound. Connected by contemporary downtempo and bass-centric undercurrents, this guitarist and sitar player makes sure that the sound of actual plucking and strumming is still heard and appreciated.
• Nango Manchay Website • Nango Manchay FacebookAyla Nereo - By the Light of the Dark Moon
Ayla NereoBy the Light of the Dark Moon
Label: Jumpsuit Records
The delicate interplay of vocal melodies and seductive rhythms is what makes this a standout release. Often collaborating and touring with Polish Ambassador, this sixth solo album for singer-songwriter Ayla Nereo finds her on her own, with her sound stronger and more developed than ever. The overlying concept of the album deals with shadow work and the healing reconciliation of self acceptance. As such, this dark moon-light brightens and grows with each listen! Experience her light at Electric Forrest or Shangri La music festival this fall!
• Ayla Nereo Website • Ayla Nereo FacebookQuantic - Atlantic Oscillations
QuanticAtlantic Oscillations
Label: Tru Thoughts • Quantic Website • Quantic Facebook • Quantic Wiki
Heilung - Futha
HeilungFutha
Label: Season of Mist
Heilung (German for ‘healing’) is known for their striking live performances, complete with leather, and bone outfits, and primitive often homemade instruments. They call their genre Amplified History, which brings the far ancient Northern European past into the present. The atmospheric, sometimes dark, yet delicate, undeniably intense, and primitive style of neo folk that this Danish group plays is sung (and chanted) in multiple Scandinavian languages, which gives it a primal power and
conviction deeper than experienced elsewhere. Authentic and truly unique!
Opeth - In Cauda Venenum
OpethIn Cauda Venenum
Label: Nuclear Blast
Delightfully delicious, dynamic and intense musical drama from Sweden’s one and only Opeth! Their 13th release is a double, offering these 10 engaging and enrapturing progressive rock and metal compositions sung first and foremost in Swedish, but then also including with English accompaniment. Every listen unveils new layers of breathtaking delicacy, interesting interludes and amazing musicianship. Bravo!
• Opeth Website • Opeth Facebookvoodoohop - Mamazonia : Odes to the Forest - Vol.1
voodoohopMamazonia : Odes to the Forest - Vol.1
Label: Tropical Twista Records
Want to support the front line defenders of the Amazon rain forest? Proceeds from this wonderful compilation of etheric ethno-tronica, put together by the art collective voodoohop, supports two organisations working with indigenous communities in that area. (www.kaninde.org.br/lista-projetos/ & iieb.org.br/projetos-e-programa…/povos-indigenas-2/ ) The tracks are all good, but Xique Xique, Philosamples and Bliz Nochi got more repeats in my ears.
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