It’s Ambiences in Black, when we turn the Echoes prism onto the African and black influences in ambient music. They come from many sources, jazz, R&B, Hip-hop and Africa itself.
Daniel Miller ignited electronic pop with The Normal and launched the careers of Depeche Mode who were produced by Gareth Jones. They get together in an electronic project called Sunroof.
Karmacoda began as a trip-hop inspired band but have transitioned into a more 70s R&B sound. We talk to singer Jessica Ford and instrumentalist Brett Crockett about their soulful affinities.
Stand at attention when we hear General Fuzz. The Bay-area electronic artist is returning after a long period of silence, with a new single. We’ll also hear music by Unloved.
New music from Babitha, that’s the stage name of Imogen Grist from Australia. She’s making a country-inspired dream pop on The Brighter Side of Blue. We’ll also hear music by Hansan.
New music by Katie Kim from her album Hour of the Ox. She’s an Irish singer who combines folk and electronic music. We’ll also hear from Numun with a very spacey brand of ambient music.
On a Slow Flow Echoes, new music by Bill Nelson. The legendary British guitarist has released yet another new album. This one is Marvellous Realms. We’ll also hear from NPR’s Bob Boilen.
On a Slow Flow Echoes, we step into the Ambient Church to hear Steve Roach and his concert recorded live at a New York City church last year. We’ll also hear Rena Jones and Kilo Watts.
It’s Ambiences in Black, when we turn the Echoes prism onto the African and black influences in ambient music. They come from many sources, jazz, R&B, Hip-hop and Africa itself.