Exclusive Premiere: Astrid Engberg “Oasis” (Neue Grafik Rework)
Astrid Engberg’s Oasis off her debut album Tulpa receives a vivid re-imagination by acclaimed french producer Neue Grafik (22a, Rhythm Section, CoOp). Effortlessly transforming Astrid’s enchanting voice and subtle ambient jazz piece into a futuristic, bass-heavy stepper. Neue Grafik is an esteemed, instrumentalist and DJ closely connected to the Parisian …
Exclusive Premiere: Alex Figueira “Maracas” (Forthcoming on Music With Soul)
Analog tropicalista Alex Figueira returns to the aesthetics of early Fumaça Preta on “Maracas”, an otherworldly fusion of propulsive funk, tropical energy, berimbau and wobbling acid. Fronting an essential 45, forthcoming on Music With Soul, Alex describes “Maracas” as “in-your-face acid macumba techno breakbeat funk freakout”. Furthermore it serves as …
Exclusive Premiere: Raffy Bushman “Abraham”
A brilliant new cut from Raffy Bushman, the London-based pianist and composer, whose debut EP last year, ‘Look Up’, certainly caught our attention and found a home on many respectable playlists too. Raffy’s spirited and melodic piano playing is a joy to hear on “Abraham”. Supported by Nubiyan Twist’s Finn …
Exclusive Premiere: Cake “Make Up Your Mind” (Mutual Intentions Records)
“Cake” was a New York band formed in 1973, following a line-up tweak and a change from their previous name “Mixed Company» (referring to the racially mixed personell). At Arabellum Studios in Colony, Albany, NY, the band recorded their only 7-inch single. “Make Up Your Mind” / “Let Your Body …
Exclusive Premiere: Run Logan Run “Sleepshop”
Today’s premiere comes from Bristol jazz duo, Run Logan Run. The duo have a reputation for making a lot of noise for just two people, but on “Sleepshop” they take a deep, minimalist approach. Having bonded over a shared passion for improvisation, spiritual jazz and heavier experimental music, Andrew Neil …
Exclusive Premiere: Rob Edwards “Lonely Lover” (Kaidi Tatham Remix)
Adelaide neo-soulster Rob Edwards gets the remix treatment from non-other than Kaidi Tatham, who adding his Midas touch turns “Lonely Lover” into a sublime stew of broken boogie, jazz and neo soul. Adelaide-based singer-songwriter Rob Edwards has been a staple of his local scene for a few years now, whilst …
Exclusive Premiere: Anchorsong “Remedy”
We are very excited to premiere the forthcoming single from London-based Japanese artist Anchorsong. The MPC wizard enchants us on “Remedy”, weaving jazz elements with udu drum loops. Primed for both dancefloor damage and cerebral elevation, “Remedy” is due for release on April 20, ahead of upcoming fourth album ‘Mirage’ …
Video Premiere: Oké “Equinox” (Original Cultures)
MIMS is excited to premiere the epic new video for “Equinox” by Oké. Out now on Original Cultures. “When the sun hits the zenith of the equator, the signs that presage the fulfilment of the vital cycles of the universe reveal themselves.” Oké is a trio from Bologna composed of …
Exclusive Premiere: Divorce From New York “Formula Paraiso” (Hector Plimmer Remix)
We are excited to premiere such an energetic track pooling the talents of two exciting producers. Divorce from New York and Hector Plimmer. We first encountered Divorce from New York as one half of soulful San Sebastian based production duo, Reykjavik606. Ahead of his frankly excellent ‘This Ain’t Jazz No …