Henry Spencer

The Defector

AMP, 2023

8/10

Listen to The Defector

The sophomore album from the trumpet wizard Henry Spencer, these highly melodic and emotional tracks welcome Ant Law, Andrew Robb, and Matt Robinson, plus others.

The title track opens with Robinson’s swirling piano alongside Spencer’s soulful trumpet in the thoughtful and warm climate, and “Perfect Hindrance” follows with David Ingamells’ mesmerizing drums helping cultivate a dreamy delivery that suits the expressive brass.

Moving along, “Moment Gained” is particularly stirring, where Law’s skilled guitar playing adds a hint of mystery to the rich album highlight, while “Without A Voice” is an intimate moment of poetic horn prowess amid Robb’s strategic bass that builds into a loud, soaring jazz rocker.

“Overlap” and “Not My Country” exit the listen, where the former recruits moody strings for the unique landscape of jazz meets orchestral ideas, and the latter radiates a distinct beauty via the hypnotic guitar lines and soft trumpet that also escalates into busy yet calculated fury.

A listen that can be raw, is always heartfelt, and even flirts with cinematic ideas, Spencer and company say much about sensitivity and meaning without any words across this fusion jazz affair.

Travels well with: 3’AIN- Sea Of Stories; Angela Verbrugge- Love For Connoisseurs

Jon Byrd

All Your Mistakes

Longleaf Pine, 2023

8/10

Listen to All Your Mistakes

The always impressive singer-songwriter Jon Byrd returns with a 5th studio album, where co-writes and covers unfold with plenty of friends contributing to the country fueled climate.

The warm and pretty “Golden Colorado” opens the listen with Byrd’s stirring voice surrounded by Paul Niehaus’ glowing pedal steel, and “These Days” follows with Bryan Owings' crisp drums and the soothing harmony vocals that complement the rich climate.

“Miss Kitty’s Place” occupies the middle spot and isn’t short on twang, where Steve Conn’s flowing keys won’t go unnoticed, while “City People” builds into a melodic, country rock highlight that makes good use of Chris Donohue’s agile bass playing.

Residing near the end, the bare and poetic “Four Strong Winds” benefits from gorgeous acoustic guitar and Byrd’s vivid storytelling, and “(Now And Then There’s) A Fool Such As I” embraces classic country ideas in more minimal areas of song craft.

Byrd cites his company as the real stars of the record, but there’s no denying that his inimitable guitar playing and authentic vision does much to make this a very relatable and timeless affair, where Chris Carmichael’s strings really do enhance the listen, too.

Travels well with: Robert Rex Waller Jr.- See The Big Man Cry; Nick Justice- Stranger In My Town

Ed Motta

Behind The Tea Chronicles

MPS, 2023

8/10

Listen to Behind The Tea Chronicles

The Brazil native and globally revered artist Ed Motta returns after a half decade hiatus with his 14th studio album, and it sure doesn’t shy away from grooves, soulfulness and atmosphere.

“Newsroom Customers” begins the listen with bright percussion and soaring strings that emit much warm in the cinematic delivery that showcases Motta’s silky smooth pipes, and “Slumberland” follows with rich, soft instrumentation amid the soothing singing that points towards the ‘70s.

Elsewhere, the bouncy “Of Good Strain” uses the lively piano and expressive singing with a hint of quirkiness, while “Buddy Longway” is a dreamy minute of folk influenced songwriting that relies on acoustic guitar.

Further still, “Tolerance On High Street” allows Motta’s impressive range to shine via the bare versus tense bouts, and “Confrere’s Exile” exits with firm keys and a swirling energy of restraint and meticulous songwriting.

A very worldly affair that touches on rock, jazz, soul and many other ideas, Motta’s Brazilian heritage is on full display across this diverse and exciting listen.

Travels well with: Matt Von Roderick- Celestial Heart; Angelo De Augustine- Toil And Trouble

Antoine Drye With Strings

Retreat To Beauty

Cellar, 2023

9/10

Listen to Retreat To Beauty

The New York City trumpeter Antoine Drye is aligned with 20+ musicians and the orchestrator Isaac Raz for these standards and originals that put a fresh coast of paint on a classic, orchestral jazz sound.

“Dada Takes Lilykenz To A Show!” opens the listen with a brief spoken introduction to the festivities, before “37” showcases Drye’s soulful trumpet playing amid Myron Walden’s dreamy flute and Alexandra Cook’s glowing French horn.

Further along, “When It’s Sleepy Time Down South” radiates much warmth via Sullivan Fortner’s elegant keys and Drye’s expressive horn, while “Reflections” get quite intimate via the poetic trumpet, Donald Edwards’ gentle drums and Ben Wolf’s calm bass.

Near to the end, the hazy “Goodbye” flows with a rich, emotive quality that is nothing short of gripping, and “Image” continues the sophistication with John Ellis’ moody clarinet and Isaac Raz’s atmospheric piano adding a hint of mystery to the album’s best.

This is the 3rd installment of Drye’s Oblation series, and it continues the strong attention to detail and melodic structure of his previous work that makes each track luminous.

Travels well with: Jalen Baker- Be Still; Brad Turner Quintet- The Magnificent

Shuteen Erdenebaatar Quartet

Rising Sun

Motema, 2023

8/10

Listen to Rising Sun

The debut from the Mongolian jazz pianist, composer and arranger Shuteen Erdenebaatar, the 8 tracks here welcome Nils Kugelmann, Valentin Renner and Anton Mangold to the modern and powerful climate.

The soft and dreamy “In A Time Warp” opens the listen with Erdenebaatar’s flowing keys amid Mangold’s soulful soprano sax that helps cultivate much intimacy, and “Ups And Downs” follows with a busier approach of textured and firm jazz ideas thanks to Renner’s agile drumming and the more forceful piano playing.

“Olden Days” occupies the middle spot, and is an intimate moment of much reflective beauty, while “An Answers From A Distant Hill” places Mangold on flute for the expressive and colorful album highlight.

“Saudad” and “I’m Glad I Got To Know You” exit the listen, where the former focuses on Kugelmann’s precise bass playing before emotive keys enter, and the latter finishes with warm melodies that benefit from Mangold’s alto sax and the meticulous piano prowess.

Erdenebaatar is already a star in her home country, and this impressive debut will certainly bring her many new fans across the globe thanks to very precise and memorable songwriting.

Travels well with: Donald Vega- As I Travel; Brad Turner Quintet- The Magnificent

Jonathan Tetelman

The Great Puccini

Deutsche Grammophon, 2023

8/10

Listen to The Great Puccini

The tenor vocalist Jonathan Tetelman pays tribute to the legendary Giacomo Puccini with these 9 operas that employ the Prague Philharmonia, conducter Carlo Rizzi, and singers Vida Mikneviciute and Federica Lombardi.

“Manon Lescaut” opens the listen with the rich and expressive singing amid glorious string interaction, and “Turandot” follows with the soaring pipes complementing the breezy instrumentation that’s powerful and articulate.

“Tosca” arrives in the middle, and emits a fluid and often tense demeanor that unfolds across 2 chapters, while “Madama Butterfly”, the album’s best, radiates a dense and textured mood of poetic and dynamic interaction between the orchestra and vocals.

Making our ways towards the end, “Il Tabarro” showcases the stunning soprano against Tetelman’s deeper range via the cinematic backdrop, and “LeVilli” exits with both bare and busy moments of precise, eloquent songwriting.

A listen that illuminates the revered Italian opera composer’s timeless work, Tetelman’s vision is one of a complex nature that’s emotionally charged and packed with a beauty that will always be relevant.

Travels well with: Paola Prestini/Mark Campbell- Edward Tulane; Lucia Caruso/Pedro H. Da Silva- Transclassical Concertos

Donald Vega

As I Travel

Imagery, 2023

8/10

Listen to As I Travel

The pianist and composer Donald Vega brings along Lewish Nash, John Patitucci and Luisito Quinteros for these songs about family and community that are full of eloquent storytelling and worldly ideas.

“Bailia! Dance Like No One’s Watching” opens the listen with Vega’s fluid keys amid Nash’s playful drums and Quintero’s cultured percussion, and “As I Travel” follows with Patitucci’s acrobatic bass lines and the dancing keys making for an energetic climate.

“Tomorrow II” lands in the middle and emits a dreamy display of rich and dynamic songwriting, while “Disturbios” arrives in a lower register of intimate and textured songwriting that carries a timeless jazz flavor with it.

“Dear Mayra” and “Beautiful Ladies” lands near the end, where the former layers the elegant keys alongside the light drums and cozy bass, and the latter builds lush melodies and a global appeal that will resonate for decades to come.

A highly artistic affair that encapsulates the core of the human spirit, Vega and company’s harmonies and grooves make each track here enjoyable and worth revisiting.

Travels well with: Brad Turner Quintet- The Magnificent; Anthony Fung- Fo(u)rth

Alex Miller

Country

Billy Jam, 2023

9/10

Listen to Country

A Kentucky artist with a penchant for country music, Alex Miller brings his exceptional guitar playing to these 5 songs that recruit southern ideas and plenty of emotion, too.

“Girl, I Know A Guy” opens the quick listen with Miller’s deep pipes alongside Jenee Fleenor’s warm fiddle and Steve Brewster’s agile drumming for the breezy, melodic climate, and “When God Made The South” follows with Kevin Grant’s well timed bass and James Mitchell’s electric guitar giving the tune a hint or ruggedness.

At the halfway point, the intimate “Every Time I Reach For You” is heartfelt and harmonic thanks to Jerry Salley’s backing vocals and the glowing steel guitar from Mike Johnson, while “Puttin’ Up Hay” recruits wah-wah guitar to the upbeat country-rock sensibilities. The final track, “Gettin’ Lucky In Kentucky”, then meshes Western Swing and guitar picking for a rhythmic and playful exit.

Although he’s a youngster, Miller plays like an old soul, and these fluid and fun tracks further illustrate that he’s got a lengthy and esteemed career ahead of him.

Travels well with: Sean Harrison- Halfway From Nashville; Jake Ybarra- Something In The Water

Doug Bielmeier

Music For Billionaires

New Focus, 2023

9/10

Listen to Music For Billionaires

The always creative composer Doug Bielmeier presents 5 original experimental pieces that touch on both electronic and chamber ideas, and they welcome a pair of New York City ensembles.

“Wells, ME” opens the listen with plenty of timbral atmosphere, where Bielmeier’s ominous electronics add much mystery to the soft droning, and “Corporate Responsibility Pledge” follows with Unheard-of/Ensemble’s animated string presence alongside the glowing electronic manipulation that allows for plenty of grooves.

In the middle, the bright tone of the electronic fueled “Throwaway Culture” carries a distinct dreaminess that pulsates, while “Slowdance84” features John Dalton’s fascinating drumming amid the hazy electronics that make for a dense and rich album highlight. The West Coast Remix of CRP exits, and spends 6+ minutes mesmerizing us with its dance floor ready melodies and sonic waves of pop fueled energy.

A listen that pushes the boundaries of genre skipping and pays close attention to aesthetics, Bielmeier’s 4th album continues his path of stylish, avant-garde and rhythmic sounds that we could never tire of.

Travels well with: Eric Nathan- Some Favored Nook; Christopher Whyte- Cold Stability

Jeremy Beck

Remember

Neuma, 2023

9/10

Listen to Remember

As assembly of 8 very eclectic pieces from the esteemed composer Jeremy Beck, each track here carries an artistic quality that unfolds with emphasis on tonality, structure and dramatic moments.

“Four Preludes” opens the listen with Jessica Litwiniec Dorman’s warm keys making for a very flexible 4 chapters that embrace both firm and gentle techniques, and “Invitation To Love” follows with an a cappella performance of soaring, harmonic voices from the SSA outfit.

Further along, “Variations” welcomes Tsevtan Andreev’s guitar, Stefaniya Yankova’s viola, Boris Radilov’s cello and violins from Jordan Dimitrov and Dora Dimitraova that make for very melodic and dreamy song craft, while “November Dances” enlists flute from Petyo Kolev and viola courtesy of Viktor Mitzev that complement Denitza Dimitrova’s elegant harp via the rich textures.

Arriving near the end, “Elegy” is populated by the Sofia Session Orchestra and Rumen Tsanov’s piano, which cultivates both tense and gentle bouts of chamber ideas, and “String Quartet No. 6” exits with The Frosch String Quartet’s dynamic and precise string interaction contributing to waves of beauty and emotion.

A body of work that embraces classical, chamber, choral and symphonic qualities, Beck’s vision is nothing if not diverse, and these meticulous pieces are captivating from beginning to end.

Travels well with: Jon Christopher Nelson- The Persistence Of Time And Memory; Evan Ware- The Quietest Of Whispers

Vanessa Perea

This Is The Moment

La Reserve, 2023

8/10

Listen to This Is The Moment

The esteemed New York City vocalist Vanessa Perea brings her expressive pipes to these 12 rich jazz tunes, where Adam Birnhaum, Neal Miner and Aaron Kimmel all bring their respective talents to a memorable listen.

“This Is The Moment” opens the listen with Perea’s smooth pipes alongside Kimmel’s restrained drums, where Birnhaum’s bright keys enter for the last 30 seconds, and “Anthropology” continues the warmth with swift keys and bouncy bass from Miner, as Perea’s flowing vocal acrobatics are quite memorable.

At the midpoint, “Something Happens To Me” is packed with soft melodies that help illuminate Perea’s gorgeous, silky singing, while “I’m Lost” is a more intimate moment of poetic vocals and gently plucked bass before the sparkling keys enter.

“Then I’ll Be Tired Of You” and “Lover, Come Back To Me” exit the listen, where the former is an emotive and powerful album highlight, and the latter leads minimally, before upbeat keys, lively bass and frisky drums complement Perea’s vivid storytelling.

A listen that interprets The Great American Songbook with much sincerity and elegance, the Latin nods and swing and bebop moments only add more allure to Perea’s vision of timeless jazz song craft.

Travels well with: Robert Edwards- Up Swing; Marcus Persiani- The Proper Time

Robert Edwards

Up Swing

La Reserve, 2023

8/10

Listen to Up Swing

The inimitable trombonist Robert Edwards brings along Joe Magnarelli, Adam Birnbaum, Mike Karn, Aaron Kimmel and Vanessa Perea for these 11 lively and timeless jazz tracks.

“Edges” begins the listen with Birnbaum’s lively keys and Karn’s swift bass complementing Edwards’ soaring brass, and “Baubles, Bangles, And Beads” follows with Kimmel’s warm drums adding much playfulness to the melodic landscape.

Halfway through, “Groundwork” allows Magnarelli’s well timed trumpet to add richness amid the precise rhythm section, while “Healing The Heart” is a more intimate moment that’s fueled by graceful keys and soulful trombone.

The final 2 tracks don’t disappoint either, where “Rocks, Lime” makes great use of the plucked bass and emotive horns, and “Cupbearers” exits with a dance floor ready appeal of dynamic and groove filled songwriting.

All the players present are exceptionally talented, and Perea’s sparing but effective vocals only enhance this energetic jazz affair that’s as infectious as it is meticulous.

Travels well with: Marcus Persiani- The Proper Time; Alex Weitz- Rule Of Thirds

Jon Christopher Nelson

The Persistence Of Time And Memory

Neuma, 2023

8/10

Listen to The Persistence Of Time And Memory

An electro-acoustic listen that examines the perception of time and its relation to direction, memory and art, Jon Christopher Nelson’s vision unfolds with much attention to detail on his first solo work in 40+ years.

The 6 chapters of the title track opens the listen, where the found objects appeal of the sounds of “And Time Unfolds Like A Flower” are both warm and mysterious, and “Tightly Wound” follows with 7+ minutes of minimalistic ideas that rely heavily on computer noises for the chilling climate that touches on sci-fi gestures.

Further along, the spacey buzzing of the cinematic “Ripples In The Fabric Of Space-Time” might fall under astronaut-rock, while “The Entropy Of Memory” drones with a distinct ambience of sonic beauty that’s also capable of firm, jagged bouts.

The listen exits with “When Left To His Own Devices”, where a shuffling of synthetic noises and mechanical aberrations are quite mesmerizing.

An abstractly atypical body of work, Nelson’s textures and fluctuations in pitch have us hanging on every unconventional pattern.

Travels well with: Composing Israel; Evan Ware- The Quietest Of Whispers

Lila Blue

Sweet Pea

MOXE, 2023

8/10

Listen to Sweet Pea

The 23 year old songwriter Lila Blues seems wiser than their years, where some weighty topics are discussed via these folk-influenced tunes that welcome a handful of friends.

The title track opens with Blue’s howling vocals alongside Ashely Frith’s skilled violin playing and Damon Daunno’s agile drumming that embraces a feral spirit, and “Changeling” follows with playful vocal acrobatics and vivid storytelling that uses both minimal and rich ideas.

The middle tracks, “I Met The Devil” and “Keep Your Mind On Me”, are among the best, where the former employs Saskia Lane’s animated bass plucking amid much atmosphere, while the latter is quite pretty, poetic and benefits from Blue’s diverse pipes.

Near the end, the group vocals of “Lovely Day” help make for a harmonic and ambient climate, and “Take Me Down” exits with gorgeous singing that helps cultivate a timeless folk appeal.

A very raw listen that might remind you of Fiona Apple, Ani DiFranco or Lucy Dacus, Blue is also surrounded by Gabriel Ebert’s ukelele, piano and percussion, plus Jordan Hamlin’s organ, synth bass and drums for this uniquely crafted version of modern indie-folk.

Travels well with: Taylor Ashton- Stranger To The Feeling; J.E. Sunde- Alice, Gloria And Jon

Koum Tara

Baraaim El-Louz

Odradek, 2023

9/10

Listen to Baraaim El-Louz

An outfit of esteemed players with French-Algerian roots, Koum Tara’s Baraaim El-Louz translates to The Buds Of The Almond Tree, and the songs here touch on Algerian chaabi and jazz via the talents of producer and pianist Karim Maurice.

“Kifech Nensa” opens the listen with plenty of bright melodies thanks to Kamal Mazouni’s playful percussion and Hamidou’s (Mohamed Haman) soaring vocals, and “Corona Chitana” follows Maurice’s lovely keys suiting the well timed violin bouts.

Deeper into the listen, “Houria” dances with Brice Berrerd’s strategic double bass plucking amid expressive singing and festive percussion, while “Khayef Allah” is a more intimate moment of poetic vocals and gentle keys, where Amandine Lefévre’s moody cello is much appreciated.

The final 2 tracks, “Wach Aadabni” and “Zidane”, don’t disappoint either, where the former carries a dance friendly rhythm, and the latter finishes with a bit of mystery, where the low buzzing carries a scif-fi presence.

The sophomore album from Koum Tara, the strings come from members of La Camerata, and Maurice handles moog, synth and a rare intratonal carillon. Together, they make for a rich, authentic and timeless experience that you can’t help but be in awe of.

Travels well with: Damir Imamović- The World And All That It Holds; Trad.Attack!- Bring It On

Natraj

Ragamala Paintings Alive!

Big Round, 2023

8/10

Listen to Ragamala Paintings Alive!

A body of work composed by Phil Scarff and executed by the global-jazz outfit Natraj, the historic work from India is highlighted with plenty of classical ideas.

“Promenade (Raga Malkauns)” begins the listen with Scarff’s animated soprano saxophone and Bertram Lehmann’s playful drums making for an energetic and cultured climate, and “Malkos Raga and Todi Ragini” follows with a warm intimacy thanks to the soulful brass, but then later on gets quite lively via Mike Rivard’s bass acrobatics.

Deeper into the listen, “Kanado Ragini (Raga Darbari Kanada)” is deeply poetic, and unfolds with much emotion before Jerry Leake’s percussive prowess enters the festivities, while “Bhairav Raga” is a rich and melodic album highlight of worldly sensibilities.

“Promenade 4” and “Promenade Reprise” exit the listen, where the former brings some rock focused ideas to the Eastern flow, and the latter is packed with timeless jazz flavor which is complemented by Rohan Gregory’s glowing violin playing.

A listen that spotlights dance, music, spoken word, and projected images, each piece here is enlightening, accessible and artistic via its Indian classical music core.

Travels well with: David Harris- You Loved Me Then; Michael Nix- Aperçu: New Classic Banjo Project

Third Coast Percussion

Between Breaths

Cedille, 2023

10/10

Listen to Between Breaths

The Chicago Quartet Third Coast Percussion never disappoint, and this time we’re treated to 5 world premiere recordings by 4 modern composers.

Missy Mazzoli’s “Millenium Canticles” opens the listen with the atypical percussive sounds being both mysterious and firm, where wordless vocals add much to the creative climate, and “In Practice”, by the band, follows with a pair of movements that emit a distinct melody that radiates much warmth.

The middle track belongs to Tyondai Braxton’s “Sunny X”, where forceful, sci-fi manipulation comes quickly and unpredictably in the rhythmic landscape, while “Triple Point”, by Ayanna Woods, brings dreamy mallet work amid a hypnotic beat.

The last piece, Gemma Peacocke’s “Deathwish”, is full of curious and harmonic patterns that interpret sound in iconoclastic and innovative ways.

There’s a reason why Sean Connors, Robert Dillon, Peter Martin and David Skidmore, i.e. Third Coast Percussion, have picked up a Grammy Award; their ability to inspire, captivate and defy tradition is nothing short of stunning.

Travels well with: Will Liverman- Dreams Of A New Day; Rachel Barton Pine- Violin Concertos By Black Composers Through The Centuries

Madlen Keys

Event Horizon

Self-Released, 2023

8/10

Listen to Event Horizon

A French pop outfit with a knack for progressive ideas, Madlen Keys present us 8 tracks that layer voices, a dynamic rhythm section and keys across this impressive debut.

The dreamy and gorgeous singing of “The Maze” opens with playful beats and Caroline Calen’s pipes making a soothing lead off, and “Breathe” follows with a hazy approach of progressive and melodic gestures that emit much warmth.

“Keep A Secret” resides in the middle and benefits much from Yann Pousset’s agile drumming and Eastern influences via the soaring climate, while “The Stream” is populated by Antoine Geremia’s flowing keys and Grégoire Lozach’s well timed bass for the rich and harmonic tone of the album’s best.

“Ubik” and “Pensando En Ti” exit the listen, where the former carries a nearly gospel spirit amid its powerful vocals and textured musicianship that makes great use of Baptiste Mottais’ guitar prowess, and the latter finishes with a charming intimacy of poetic beauty.

An excellent first album that blends pop and rock ideas with no lack of prog-rock nods, it will be exciting to see what Madlen Keys do next.

Travels well with: Matt Smith’s World- Into The Light; Dave Loveland- Dangerous Rhythm

Federico De Michelis/Steven Blier

Mi País

NYFOS, 2023

9/10

Listen to Mi País

The bass-baritone artist Federico De Michelis and the esteemed pianist Steven Blier come together for these rich and soaring tracks that welcome César Andrés, Shinjoo Cho, Sami Merdinian and Pablo Lanouguere.

“Cafetín de Buenos Airies” opens the listen with de Michelis’ flowing pipes amid Merdinan’s intimate strings that complement the expressive delivery, and “Noches de Santa Fe” follows with Blier’s warm key playing that suits the poetic singing that emits much intimacy.

Deeper into the listen, “Simpre se vuelve a Buenos Aires” mixes the playful strings and keys amid the firm singing, while “Flor de lino” is full of gentle melodies, where the vivid storytelling is enriched thanks to textured instrumentation.

Arriving near the end, “Hermano”, the album’s best, is a powerful display of soulful singing and dynamic songwriting, and “El día que me quieras” exits with the keys and vocals making for sublime beauty.

An album that organically turns into a tango, the subtle use of Cho’s bandoneon and Lanouguere’s double bass only enhances the cultured aspect of this enlightening project.

Travels well with: Joshua Blue/Steven Blier- Black & Blue; New York Festival Of Song- Paul Bowles: A Picnic Cantata

Moon Palace

Shadowcast

Self-Released, 2019

8/10

Listen to Shadowcast

A Seattle outfit fronted by identical twin sisters Cat Biell and Carrie Biell, both women sing and play guitar while Jude Miqueli handles drums and Darcy Zoller contributes synth and cello on this sophomore album that’s never short on dreamy textures and vocal harmonies.

The title track starts the listen with a mysterious setting of elegance and exploratory sounds, as it builds into a chilling rocker, and “Bold” follows with breathy vocals in a haunting atmosphere that’s both charming and eerie.

Further along, “Characters” offers an ethereal, calm display of subdued beauty, while “Stop When It Hurts” recruits psyche-rock sensibilities into the loud alt-rock landscape.

Near the end, “The Cave” unfolds with a hypnotic haze of gentle sounds, and “Long Road” complements the affair with an artistic slant on sparseness and ambience. “Embers” ends the listen soft and jangly, with hints of pop influence amid the gritty, yet refined delivery.

Although it’s primarily a slow burning affair, Shadowcast moves with plenty of calculated tension, as nods to ‘80s shoegaze and post-punk align with their unique take on today’s indie-rock.

Travels well with: Buck Meek- Buck Meek; Mazzy Star- Among My Swan