Nothing Concrete’s new album, “The Imperfectionist”, is less a collection of songs and more a vessel that’s been around the world a few times, collecting scuffs and stories. It’s a beautifully unsteady thing, this record from the duo of Fergus McKay and Gaia Miato. They’ve crafted a dusty, globetrotting shuffle where bluesy resignation and the dramatic posture of tango are held together by the...

Born to Congolese parents in East London, Janga was exposed to a diverse range of musical styles from an early age. Growing up in a large family, he developed a deep appreciation for various artists spanning the 20th and 21st centuries, with Tupac Shakur, Michael Jackson, and The Beatles topping his list of all-time favorites. After spending 18 years in London, Janga moved to Northampton to...