John Glacier is releasing her debut album, Like a Ribbon, after years of underground hype. The London-based rapper, producer, and poet dips her toes into post-punk and electronica, maintaining her trademark flow through contrasting verses with guests like Sampha (“Ocean Steppin’”) and Eartheater (“Money Shows”). Like a Ribbon also includes the singles “Steady as I Am,” “Cows Come Home,” and “Found.”
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Richard Dawson: End of the Middle [Weird World]
Richard Dawson returns with a new album of tangled prog-folk and singular storytelling. On End of the Middle, his eighth studio LP as a solo artist, the English musician dives headfirst into rich allegories and fascinating protagonists across nine lingering songs. Its led by the lead single “Polytunnel,” a tale of gardening and grief, as well as “Gondola,” a grandmother’s retelling of her life while watching daytime TV shows. From front to back, the album is detailed, deeply visual, and a testament to narrative songwriting.
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Civilistjävel!: Följd [Felt]
Swedish electronic producer Civilistjävel!, aka Tomas Bodén, is back with another serving of brooding, ambient dub. Released on Fergus Jones’ Felt imprint, Bodén’s Följd is a continuation of last year’s Brödföda, with seven more numerically demarcated compositions—titled “XIII” through “XIX”—that pick up where that record left off. But, at 43 minutes, Följd stands on its own as a monolithic and immersive listening experience. Rap’s Thomas Bush guests on closing track “XIX,” his vocal turn lending a rare warmth to Civilistjävel!’s icy instrumental textures.
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