More than a month after the beginning of the Russian war on Ukraine on February 24th, the strikes of the aggressor continue to devastate the country. To raise awareness and continue to support the country - financially and culturally, we updated our playlist in collaboration with the Lesik Omodada, drummer and producer of the band Tik Tu.
In the light of the current developments we are looking to support Ukraine in every way we can. As a music medium, we can provide a platform for musicians from the country under attack. "With Ukraine" uplifts the voices of artists from the region in hope to raise awareness and support.
After a hiatus of a few years, the Danish singer Karen Marie Ørsted aka MØ stepped back into the recording studio and on stage. On her freshly released third LP "Motodrome" she reflects on dramatic experiences and low points but finds the sweet spot between sadness and hope. NBHAP author Dan Cromb caught up with the artist to find out more about the writing process of the record.
After almost two decades in the scene, long lasting Danish multi-instrumentalist Anders Trentemøller returns with his sixth studio album that feels like a refreshing take on the music we've fell in love with many years ago. NBHAP head Norman once again encounters the beloved artist for an exchange about the new shoegaze-infected sound, recording during the pandemic and whatever is next for the man whose music is way too complex to being put into the 'gloomy goth' category.
The Berlin-based musician Yousef Kekhia just released his sophomore record "Polylog". It follows the introspective "Monologue" but turns its gaze outwards. Influenced by conversations, encounters, and exchange the record is a fluid piece of music opening doors and asking questions. We met the artist to speak about his music and he curated a "Beyond Borders" playlist update with his personal favorites from the contemporary Arab music scene.
The indie pop Duo Feng Suave are back in town. Following the release of their EP "So Much For Gardening" we took the musicians by their word and set out to green the city. To go along with the hard gardening work, Daniel Schoemaker and Daniel De Jong also curated a new update of the NBHAP Daydreaming Delight Playlist with their sunny and meditative favorites.
From time to time we invite befriended artists to reflect on records that have significantly shaped their understanding of music as such. Having just released his eighth studio album with Strand Of Oaks, frontman Tim Showalter felt it too difficult a task pinning down his love for just one specific record and instead decided to muse on the world-building virtue several albums have for him – and pleads a strong case for appreciating albums as a whole.
Watch out, world of altrnative pop! A fascinating new character is entering the scene - NBHAP author Liv Toerkell met the wonderful KUOKO to talk about her anticipated debut album. On top of it, we're shedding light on some of her great songs, including the single "Perfect Girl" which is now also streaming in our newcomer playlist.
