There is a constant bustling just below the surface of Rina Mushonga's music. Layers of synths build upon one another to create detailed sonic tapestries. Her music feels dislocated from a single place; she uses such a variety of noises and instruments that it is difficult to pinpoint an origin to her music. What is at the center of this technicolor world is Mushonga's powerful voice and thoughtful lyrics. She absorbs culture, reorganizes it, and presents it as her own. It is a liberating move ... read more
Beautiful vocals and a nice mix of influences. Something very modern and still retro about this that I enjoy. I think it's mix of synths and electronic elements with older Afrobeat influences.
Faves: In a Galaxy, 4Qrtrs, Atalanta
A joy from start to finish, In a Galaxy is modern synthpop at its finest. Mixing layers of synths, strings, drums, piano and much more, each song is a highlight of synthpop, jazz, funk and soul music. The excellent production throughout makes it hard not to want to groove along. Full out 80's synth jams like "Jungles", "4Qrtrs" and "For a Fool" pepper the album with bubbly rhythms and catchy hooks. Slower, moodier cuts like "Tropix" and the piano driven ... read more
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