French artist Kurtys, with his rich cultural and unique sound, is creating ripples far beyond his native Paris region. As the founder of Oshean Records, Kurtys has not only established himself as a self-produced artist but also as a confluence of diverse musical influences. Born to a Brazilian father and a Beninese mother, his music is a reflection of this varied heritage, echoing the Parisian and...

On his new album "Social Touch", Chicago vocalist and songwriter Sacha Mullin navigates the fragile geography between wanting to be seen and dreading the scrutiny. Mullin has spent years working across the intersections of art-rock, jazz, and experimental performance, but here he bends those intricate instincts into immediate, luminous pop forms. His voice remains the centerpiece: an agile, commanding instrument that glides from a...