It's been less than two years since we last spoke to Enkhjargal Erkhembayar, known as Enji, about her career-defining album "Ulaan". Now, the artist released her fourth album, "Sonor", a beautiful tale of existing between two worlds. Anna Grubauer caught up with Enji to discuss the new record, concepts of home, and living in and embracing the in-between.
The Berlin-based DJ and producer JakoJako just released her new record “Tết 41” following her debut "Metamorphose" (2022). Known for her modular synth mastery and techno sets in sweaty nightclubs, the new record is a transformation of her sound and a nod to her Vietnamese heritage. Anna Grubauer spoke to the artist about the trip to Vietnam that shaped “Tết 41”.
The Berlin-based singer Güner Künier is about to release her new record "Yaramaz". On the album, the artist embraces her heritage, singing in Turkish for the first time, and rejects societal expectation of women. Author Anna Grubauer spoke to Güner Künier about what's behind "Yaramaz".
Berlin-based singer AKA Kelzz just released their debut record, "Odyssey". On it, they break boxes and express themselves authentically. Author Anna Grubauer met the artist to talk about their musical journey, the importance of talking about mental health struggles, and how they danced and cried throughout the recording.
The voice becomes a dancer in this collaboration. The composer and pianist Koki Nakano and soul singer Wayne Snow got together on the forthcoming release "Ululō". Anna Grubauer spoke to the artists about their approach to collaboration.
Is it Jazz? Is it Hip Hop? Soul, RnB, Reggae or House? We Out Here festival 2024 unites voices from across the jazz spectrum including artists like André 3000, Yaya Bey, Sampha, and aja monet. A dense lineup, yet the festival leaves enough space to dance. Anna Grubauer shares her experiences at We Out Here.
This year, the Berliner XJAZZ! Festival premiered their first album. "Entangled Grounds" is a collaborative effort, much in the spirit of the event. Each song features a different artist from the local jazz scene and their (re)interpretations of the genre. Anna Grubauer experienced the festival and spoke to artists and organisers about the recording process.
The London-originated collective Daytimers showcases South Asian DJs and musicians in a party series geared towards bringing the local diasporic community together. Recently, they hosted their first event in Berlin. Anna Grubauer spoke to Abeera, Imad and Arnav about what Daytimers means to them and their experiences of establishing a South Asian community-centred space.
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