Mike Stewart Theory’s new single, “It Reaches Us,” feels less like a piece of music and more like a strange meteorological event happening inside your head. You’re immediately dropped into a groove that has the smooth, shoulder-rolling confidence of 80s soul, but something is off in the atmosphere. The air is thick with a psychedelic haze, a sense of temporal displacement that is both...

Eva Sita, hailing from Côte d'Ivoire, is carving a distinctive niche in the African music scene with her innovative fusion of traditional rhythms and contemporary Afrobeat. Her music, a harmonious blend of various genres like jazz, blues, and salsa, is a testament to the rich musical heritage of her country. Eva Sita exemplifies the dynamic evolution of African music while maintaining a deep reverence for...