Before listening to a single note of Suris’ new album, “Pertinax”, I spent a few minutes just looking at the word. Pertinax. It has the distinct ring of a Stoic philosopher’s last defiant utterance or maybe a type of beetle known for its unusually stubborn shell. What a curious flag to fly for a collection of songs in an age of fleeting distraction. But...

Swedish singer, Moulod makes a big reappearance with his song "Kitsune," which is a fantastic mix of Afrobeats and R&B. The Afrobeats percussion gives the song a lively feel with its shakers and syncopated drums that make you want to dance. "Kitsune" has a light beat with soulful vocals and modest Afro-inspired instrumentation on top. The song makes you feel both joyful and thoughtful. This song is...