Flights - Pillar
Maybe it’s the rain today that makes this song/album hit so heavy. The rain always does that. But boy am I glad Mark stumbled on this, and decided to share. The album plays as a soundtrack for the contemplative wandering soul. The album title, Anywhere But Where I Am reminds me of a quote by French poet and philosopher Charles Baudelaire:
“It always seems to me that I should feel well in the place where I am not…”
But, contentment is a strong force, and halfway through this album, I already feel it setting in. That we may be happy wherever we are.
Grab the full-length for a price of your choosing on bandcamp.
(via yvynyl)
Seiho is a Japanese electronic artist, who just released a brand new full-length on Japanese-based label Day Tripper Records. There’s a growing, and close knit community of really talented electronic producers in Japan, and they are deservedly gaining some ground. I was pointed to Seiho by one of my favorite Japan-based (by way of California) artists, Magical Mistakes.
Seiho’s production is impressive, and it’s evident he has some serious know how. Which is why it isn’t surprising to find that he has formal training in Jazz. I never cease to be amazed at how different forms of music can inform one another. You can stream the two tracks from Mercury below, and order the album here.
*Also check out Japanese electronic artist collective INNIT periodic mix for a great tracklist including a new track from Seiho, Magical Mistakes and more.
Tokyo Dreamer
The long awaited album is finally hear. 17 year old Sunik Kim started making music a little less than a year ago, which makes his debut full-length Tokyo Dreamer, even more impressive.
I like where an album like Tokyo Dreamer fits in the long history and evolution of sampling music. It’s the execution of the continuing journey of what’s possible with sound. Filled with samples that range from Beyoncé to just the sound of water, there’s a heart-feltedness that shines through. It’s refreshing to hear optimistic music in a time that can seem so the opposite. Perhaps it has to do with how young he is, maybe not, either way, the vibes are good, and the production impressive.
Follow through to the bandcamp to download this gem for free.
Honestly, it’s been a long time coming. Since the release of his debut EP North Dorm, Nathan Broaddus, the man behind Evenings, I think it’s safe to say the anticipation for further material has been growing. And that anticipation has been met, when this morning he introduced into the world Lately. Another compilation of beaming softness. An aura that just kind of lifts you and let’s you ride on it’s lofty back.
I highly suggest you get over and grab the new album. I have and will have this on repeat.
Many Moons
Dakota Fish - Many Moons
I know I’m a bit late on this one, starting new jobs, finding new routines, etc. But this album is too good, and too big not to post. These dudes have become some solid show buddies over the past year, and hearing about the process of making an album like this. The months (maybe years) of laboring that went into this album is evident through every track.
Click through to go listen and grab the whole eclectic album. I feel a summer anthem album going on.
