Born to Congolese parents and raised in a bustling household, Janga's early exposure to a kaleidoscope of musical styles paved the way for his unique artistic journey. While Janga has a deep appreciation for the works of numerous 20th- and 21st-century musicians, he's never been shy about naming his favourites. Among the legends that have left an indelible mark on him, Tupac Shakur, Michael Jackson, and...

Amy-Lin Slezak’s “Known 3 Yrs. Seen 24 Hrs” opens with the bright, optimistic twang of country pop, a sound so sun-drenched you can almost feel the heat coming off the asphalt. The fiddle weaves itself through clean acoustic strums and soaring electric guitars, a musical language we all know. But the story it tells is something wonderfully specific, a peculiar ache you didn't know...