Light and dark dance on the sweeping, experimentally orchestral debut solo album from the Culk frontwoman Sophie Löw. "Die Neue Heiterkeit" explores themes of anxiety and oppression, but also finds remedy in community and hope. We spoke to the artist to peek behind the curtain of the soundscape and themes that Sophia Blenda explores.
The documentary 'Shut Up and Play the Piano' about Chilly Gonzales explores the struggles that made him become the musician he is today. NBHAP editor Nora Hiller spoke with director Philipp Jedicke.