The new single from Slovakian DIY architect H-dMan Such, “Empty Phrases,” begins with a sound that feels both familiar and askew, like a classic car sputtering on the wrong kind of fuel. There's a sun-bleached Britrock swagger in the guitar work, a confident strut down a familiar road. https://open.spotify.com/track/4tG7pp3IFwp9rQZSNjzMZL?si=EzYN3PMTRVi5vnvURkbF-w But something is swirling just beneath the surface, a psychedelic shimmer that hints at engine trouble, or...

Born to Congolese parents and raised in a bustling household, Janga's early exposure to a kaleidoscope of musical styles paved the way for his unique artistic journey. While Janga has a deep appreciation for the works of numerous 20th- and 21st-century musicians, he's never been shy about naming his favourites. Among the legends that have left an indelible mark on him, Tupac Shakur, Michael Jackson, and...