Hidemi (2021)
Jazz saxophonist, Patrick Shiroishi, has created a career exploring the history of Asian-American oppression. On his latest album, Hidemi, Shiroishi delivers one of his most personal albums to date, with a focus on his grandparents and their time spent in a Japanese internment camp circa World War II. Hidemi incorporates the healing power of spiritual jazz as Shiroishi travels through his family’s resilient history.
Junkyard Cuts: Blue Dawn
“Junkyard Cuts: Blue Dawn” is the first linear playlist curation from your trusted auditory guides at Total Trash HQ. Spanning across several years, countries, and fifty total songs, this Spotify Playlist ties ‘70s soul, rock n’ roll, freak folk, and library music together through a common bond of psychedelia. Kick back and give it a listen, and be sure to follow our Spotify account for future related content.
Head of the Household (2021)
On their new record, Head of the Household, Birthday Ass masterfully intertwine jazz, punk, and noise influences across nine animated tracks. The experimental sextet have found their footing on their second album, combing a deep understanding of music theory with traditional indie rock, making them a strong addition to the ongoing legacy that is New York City’s art-rock scene.