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#OUTNOW: ‘Midnight Sketches (EP)’ by Luke Tangerine

‘Midnight Sketches’ by Luke Tangerine Luke Tangerine starts the year 2025 with chilled, funky Latin jazz vibes and takes us on a musical journey to South America. For some listeners, it will be like an expedition reminiscent of the gold seekers of old, only this time, you're guaranteed to stumble upon precious metal. The hoped-for successful search or result is assured in acoustic form. ‘Midnight Sketches’ contains four songs that, as is typical with Mr. Tangerine, display a perfection in their arrangements. The power and sound of the instruments create an environment for the sound story where the attention to detail reaches new heights.   It begins with ‘Ticket to Belo Horizonte,’ which, for me, still sounds a little European at the start but soon metaphorically sets off for Brazil to absorb the emotions there, acquainting us with the fiery passion of the perhaps previously unknown. With ‘Coffee Break with Jaco,’ we take a short pause to acclimate to the new surroundings and ...
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New Nostalgia meets Noir Art-Pop: "Seedy Grammar" by Frank Joshua

"Seedy Grammar" by Frank Joshua

The story of a man who outwardly displays a stable and unshakeable personality, yet is inwardly plagued by fear and anger, presents a protagonist who, despite his apparent strength and infallibility, fails to recognize the true value of what he possesses. 
Frank Joshua explores the inner turmoil of this protagonist, who finds himself in a conflict without a clear goal, prompting self-reflection. His latest work, “Seedy Grammar,” demonstrates that we often experience inner conflicts without manifesting them outwardly. Although we find satisfaction in specific activities, we often miss the essential aspects of life, as true happiness is not generated by external recognition. A constant struggle can be deemed pointless if the essential has already been attained. True fulfillment and understanding must arise from within, not from external sources. 
With “Seedy Grammar,” Frank Joshua not only offers a preview of the upcoming album but also a musical reorientation that, I must say, is exceptionally well-executed. The musical presentation is somewhat darker, with a more retro-inspired style, without appearing outdated. Instead, new nostalgia meets elegant noir art-pop, which not only excites me but also leaves me wanting more. 
Frank Joshua’s artistic output is impressively diverse and consistently refreshing. “Seedy Grammar” takes us on a journey through a labyrinth of emotions and thoughts, where one can lose oneself and simultaneously find oneself.





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