Foxy Digitalis

I’ve been thinking a lot about my kid’s newfound obsession with Taylor Swift, and how wild it is to see fandom through their eyes (and see them obsess over something in the ways you have your entire life). It’s a pretty fun trip. Today’s pick - also a fun trip - an absolute gem from Lithuania from Andra Ljos. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Andra Ljos “Megalithic S...

Still trying to get my bearings this week, but there’s so many things going on it’s been near-impossible. It’s the new normal, I guess! Anyway, today’s pick is the latest from Foxy Digitalis favorite, Imka. Plus some news (and flowers) from Alan Courtis with David Grubbs, and a new one from the great Métron Records. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Imka “Manyara II”...

It should come as no surprise that I’m a sucker for a Dad/Daughter duo jam, and it doesn’t get much better then Dietrichs - Don and Camille. Plus some flowers for Not Not Fun, who really are one of the best labels of the last 20 years. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Dietrichs “Catch the Leaves” https://relativepitchrecords.bandcamp.com/album/catch-the-leaves Addit...

An exhausting weekend (due to my own making of getting up early to watch World Cup games) is going to lead to an interesting week, I’m sure. Kicking off with a fun one on Global Pattern plus some unexpected finds on Bandcamp Friday. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: from tokyo to honolulu “Paradise Labyrinth: Chapter 0” https://globalpattern.bandcamp.com/album/fantas...

It’s Bandcamp Friday so you know what that means? A disaster of an inbox, but a wonderful opportunity to support artists while only giving a cut to one monster corporation instead of two. Wahey! But seriously, support artists. Everyday. Today’s pick is a beautiful new piano record from Stefan Christoff. Plus, I can’t get past how incredible the new Chief Adjuah record is, and there’s a new Diana S...

Last night was a good night where new connections were made and inspiration ran wild. It’s left me in a fantastic mood today. Elizabeth Still’s “Going For Home” is today’s pick and it’s an absolute stunner that wrecked me in the best way. Plus, new stuff from Green-House and Sarah Morrison. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Elizabeth Still “Going For Home” https://es...

Today’s pick is from an artist that’s new to me, but Zeyneb Toraman’s debut is fantastic (and it’s hard to believe it’s a debut). Plus new ones from BLAKMOTH, she spread sorrow, & a real gem on Dagoretti from Ayany Jowi. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Zeynep Toraman “In A Dark House” https://obscureandterrible.bandcamp.com/album/in-a-dark-house Additional links fo...

Some personal news about a new project I recently got funding for that I’m excited about. Album of the day is from one of my favorites, Siavash Amini. Truly one of the greats. Plus a new compilation from Great Lakes Dungeon Synth, and new joints from mioriii and Powders. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Siavash Amini “Eidolon” https://siavashamini.bandcamp.com/album...

Additional links for the day: https://www.mixcloud.com/thejewelgarden/foxy-digitalis-mix-series-season-3-26-michel-gasco-lachlan-r-dale-afghan-music/ https://nopartofit.bandcamp.com/album/veiled-matter Brad Rose is the the principal writer and editor-in-chief of Foxy Digitalis, an online music magazine and has run various DIY record labels for the last 30 years. Wednesday episodes are exclusively...

A real supergroup on today’s pick from 43ODES - Steven R. Smith, Brian Lucas, and Glenn Donaldson. Jewelled Antler devotees rejoice! Plus some appreciation for the great Daryl Groetsch. Oh, and did I mention it’s fucken hot? Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: 43ODES “HWN UN AMN” https://eiderdownrecords.bandcamp.com/album/hwn-un-amn Additional links for the day: https...

Straight up, I love Nina Dante and her project, The Snake Said to the River. It has brought me so much joy over the last year or so, and continues to just thrill and excite me. In it, Dante digs into music and writing from Medieval era, traditional folk music, plus her own original pieces. There’s also exploration of the natural world and the histories (and mysteries) of language. It's whimsical a...

There are so many aspects of Saloli’s “Canyon” that are right in my wheelhouse, it’s probably no surprise that I love this record. It’s special, though. Plus an amazing new project on the way from Peter Broderick and Erased Tapes. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Saloli “Canyon” https://saloli.bandcamp.com/album/canyon Additional links for the day: Peter Broderick d...

Another solo parent week begins, and promised to be filled with tater tots, chicken nuggets, and Taylor Swift. I’m not complaining, just like I’m not complaining about the wild ride today’s pick leads us on - Mondoriviera’s “Frenton Cantolay.” Plus, Lily Taylor’s new record, “Amphora,” is out now and it’s a delight. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Mondoriviera “Fre...

Apparently when I get a good night’s sleep, I’m more tired the next day. So that’s not great. But you know what is great? Today’s pick from Lý Trang - one of my absolute favorites from 2023 so far. Plus some bits about Nick Millevoi and the unstoppable Ki Oni. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Lý Trang “Syenite” https://lytrang.bandcamp.com/album/syenite Additional l...

The world needs more solo trumpet records, and thankfully Ambrose Akinmusire obliges with an absolute gem. “Beauty is Enough” is a stunner. Plus a bit of news from Falt and Inner Islands as we all just try to make it through the week. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Ambrose Akinmusire “Beauty is Enough” https://ambroseakinmusire.bandcamp.com/album/beauty-is-enough...

Sometimes an interview or an artist doesn't really need an introduction. Zeena Parkins is one of those artists. For decades, she has been exploring new aural terrain and creating her own unique frameworks for composition and improvisation. The scope of her work is vast, and its impact deeply felt. Last month, Chaikin Records released a boxed set of her incredible LACE project. Using something so f...

A real heady pick today with Nicol Eltzroth Rosendorf’s “Internal Return.” It’ll get you. Plus some new offerings from The Gray Field Recordings, Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids, and Jeff Tobias. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Nicol Eltzroth Rosendorf “Internal Return” https://neg-cap.com/album/internal-return Additional links for the day: https://foxydigitalis.zone...

Back from our St. Louis trip and diving right in on this special record from Mary Jane Leach on Modern Love. Plus an incredible new Annea Lockwood on Room 40 that’s absolutely crucial. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Mary Jane Leach “Woodwind Multiples” https://boomkat.com/products/woodwind-multiples Additional links for the day: https://room40.bandcamp.com/album/g...

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Day 5: Norman W. Long “only appears lost” https://normanwlong.bandcamp.com/album/only-appears-lost Water Damage “2...

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Day 4: Brötzmann / Leigh / Lonberg-Holm “Naked Nudes” https://broetzmannleigh.bandcamp.com/album/naked-nudes Scree...

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Day 2: Meshell Ndegeocello “The Omnichord Real Book” https://store.bluenote.com/products/meshell-ndegeocello-the-om...

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Day 1: Nyokabi Kariuki “Feeling Body” https://nyokabikariuki.bandcamp.com/album/feeling-body Mayssa Jallad “Marjaa:...

Of course this was going to be album of the day at some point here, but y’all knew that. Dream collaboration that is a bit unexpected (in a great way!) from a couple heavyweights. Plus new ones from Elizabeth Still and Eve Maret. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Ben Chasny & Rick Tomlinson “Waves” https://voixrecords.bandcamp.com/album/waves Additional links for the...

M. Sage is one of the most generous and thoughtful artists. His new album, “Paradise Crick,” finds joy in sonic reverie, and getting lost in that world makes things feel a little brighter. This conversation about the album felt so good. After a rough morning, talking to Sage about whimsy, pleasure, and so much more, I felt so much better and refreshed. He and his work have that kind of effect on p...

Yann Novak’s work has been a fixture in my life these last few years, whether its solo music or Dragon’s Eye Recordings, but his new one, “Voice of Theseus,” caught me off-guard. Plus some quick appreciation for Siavash Amini. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon. Album of the Day: Yann Novak “Voice of Theseus” https://yannnovak.bandcamp.com/album/the-voice-of-theseus-2 Additional links f...