On A Dark Murmuration of Words, Australian/UK based folk singer Emily Barker searches out the invisible connections that shape a rapidly shifting modern world. Her excellent sixth album is a timely exploration of climate change, racism, sexism, and myths of economic progress through the lens of what it means to return “home.” As well, brilliant new releases from On Diamond, Buddy Glass, Knot and much more….
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The duo Silent Vigils have released the conclusion to their trilogy of albums for Home Normal with ‘Wake’. After the deep monochromatic textures of ‘Fieldem’ and the gradually evolving impressions of hope in ‘Lost Rites’, their latest work is an exceptional celebration of new life and boundless spirit. On this edition a special mix from all 3 albums with focus on Wake, plus solo tracks from James Murray and Stijn Hüwels.
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I’ve been championing the music of Pausal for many years. Individually, Alex Smalley has released numerous works under his Olan Mill alias and Simon Bainton has released on Hibernate Records. Their seventh album, Melatonia, was recorded during a period of significant change and upheaval for both members of the band.. As with much of their music, the material here was initially conceived through lengthy improvisation sessions and their intention was to create soundscapes conducive towards relaxation and to assist with rest and sleep. Enjoy this special mix, with a focus on this stunning new album.
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In Autumn is the new collaborative release between Arnhem Land musician and producer Kris Keogh, and Joshua Stefane (Endurance), originally from Ontario, Canada, now based in Nara, Japan. Across four works, Kris Keogh & Endurance marry modular synthesis with Reaktor audio processing to deliver an album of quiet,otherworldly calm – the perfect salve for our disconcerting times.
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Like memory itself, Allegra Krieger’s personal growth ebbs and flows across The Joys of Forgetting. She makes for an inviting companion as she connects the dots of her journey—from housekeeping at a Death Valley motel to tree-planting in Georgia, Allegra comes to understand the value of leaving something behind, while embracing the idea of forgetting as a relief.
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