All posts tagged: switzerland

UFO Drop Their Improv-based Album ‘III’

The art of improvisation has been one of the staples of jazz music. It is the feeling of the moment that many musicians have tapped into releasing a sound that often times have resulted in something spiritual. Whilst these days music tends to be overly structured and glistening with sonic perfection, Swiss band UFO have challenged the idea of conventionalism with their new album 'III'.

Dubokaj Embraces the Art of Experimenting with ‘Alpine Dub Re Dub’

The roots of dub reggae are earthed in the musical soil of Jamaica harking back to the 1960s. The sound would later become an intricate part of the fabric of England as various West Indian sound systems shook up the country with bass-heavy, meditative rhythms that captivated skins, punks and general music lovers alike. The lineage of the sub-genre were later found in stitching of jungle/drum & bass, UK garage, grime and the infamous culture of dubstep. And sure dub music has also been embraced by producers and musicians in countries like Japan, America and more, but the country of Switzerland may not be the first place to land in one's psyche.

Preview Andrea Oliva’s ‘Vermona’ EP

Switzerland's Andrea Oliva has released his new 'Vermona' EP via the Cuttin' Headz imprint. Gunning full bast with a heavy dose of thumping 4x4 grooves built around sharp synths and deep, weighty low end, the single also includes an acid twisted remix by Steve Rachmad as well as a stealth rework by Sterac. 'Vermona' is available for purchase, but you can preview the EP down at the bottom.

TRUE Interview

Bern, Switzerland-based Dani Sarda and Rico Baumann make up the dynamic group TRUE. Both seasoned jazz musicians, the team have brought their sleek craftsmanship to the sound of electronica, resulting in a stylistic melting pot of various moods, tones and genre, cooked into their own seasoned dish.

ColoRising Interview with TRUE

Bern, Switzerland-based Dani Sarda and Rico Baumann make up the dynamic group TRUE. Both seasoned jazz musicians, the team have brought their sleek craftsmanship to the sound of electronica, resulting in a stylistic melting pot of various moods, tones and genre, cooked into their own seasoned dish.