Micah Rose-Trespeuch’s new album, "Coughing Up Blood," feels less like a listening experience and more like witnessing an urgent, almost involuntary act of transmutation. Rose-Trespeuch (piano, vocals), with Julien Baraness masterfully texturing the soundscapes and Gaetan Allard providing the often-fractured, sometimes thunderous pulse on drums, has crafted something akin to a diary written in volatile ink. One moment, you're amidst Chopin-esque piano runs that...

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...