Illbe's roots can be traced back to the city of Liège and the surrounding area. Gauthier Gilissen uses this alias to hide his true identity. Musicology nerd Gauthier is awed by the most outlandish soundtracks and translates them into his own unique musical style. In addition to guitars, he now draws inspiration from movies, which he uses as a source of references and lore. Gauthier's production...

Listening to Marie Chain’s new single, “Holy Water,” is like turning a corner to find yourself in the midst of a sacred ritual already unfolding. It’s a gathering by a riverbank, but the river is made of sound—a compelling, moving current of Global Soul that tugs you in before you’ve even had a chance to decide if you want to get wet. https://open.spotify.com/track/2cvoVVph7OUL2iUNs1KPJB?si=7eceaad2ae824ed6 The beat has...