For the newest edition of The Seltzer Salon, I talked to trumpeter, composer, and so much more, Matthew Halsall, about his new album, An Ever Changing View. It's a stunning album. I've been an admirer of Halsall's work for a while, but this album really swept me up in this lively, vivid world he creates with it. His compositions and trumpet playing…

The Daily comes to an end with an old friend, Spencer Clark, and the latest from Monopoly Child Star Searchers. Stick around, though, because more good stuff is coming on this feed!Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAlbum of the Day: Monopoly Child Star Searchers “Barbados Wild Horses”https://monopolychil…

I interviewed Nick Millevoi just over a year ago, but when his new album, Digital Reaction, came out, a lot of new questions started popping into my head. Then, he shared the video for "Spins of the Axis" and mentioned it's inspiration from the movie RAD, a favorite of mine as a kid that I a) hadn't thought about it years (decades!?) and b) thought…

A bit of rambling about what’s ahead with the new weekly show and the upcoming Songs of Our Lives. Album of the day is Natalia Beylis’s new one, “Mermaids,” which is great (as all her work tends to be!)Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAlbum of the Day: Natalia Beylis “Mermaids”https://nataliabeylis.band…

Some big news about the future of Foxy Digitalis Daily to start this short week plus an incredible debut from Dawn DX.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAlbum of the Day: Dawn DX “Dawn Adventure DX”https://metaphysica.bandcamp.com/album/dawn-adventure-dxAdditional Links:The Jewel Gardenhttps://thejewelgar…

It's no surprise that I am drawn to fellow lifers, and the great Bob Bellerue certainly fits that bill. This was the first time the two of us actually sat down and talked, but having occupied similar and adjacent worlds for the better part of two decades, it was a quick connection. In addition to continuing the great Ende Tymes festival, Bellerue's…

It’s Bandcamp Friday so we’ve got a two-for-one pick with Orquesta del Tiempo Perdido’s latest two albums. Plus, there’s a new Charlatan album from me on The Jewel Garden and everything on the label is pay-what-you-want today (as is everything on my archival Bandcamp). Support artists!Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.co…

Inching closer to the weekend, I have a great pick from the Cairo-based DJ and producer, El Kontessa. It’s a real trip. Plus Pidgins, TALsounds, and International Anthem needs to STOP (they don’t actually).Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAlbum of the Day: El Kontessa “Nos Habet Caramel”https://bilnaes.…

On this episode of The Seltzer Salon I'm joined by Canadian composer, musician, and dramaturge, Christopher Willes. He recently spearheaded the Resonance Gathering project which has evolved over its lifespan, but began as a large-scale ensemble performance of Pauline Oliveros's To Valerie Solanas and Marilyn Monroe in Recognition of Their Desperati…

Today’s pick is an absolute stunner. I have listened to Plume Girl’s “In The End We Begin” so many times, but I can’t stop. Incredible debut from Sowmya Somanath. Plus a few bits from Ariel Kalma and Anja Lauvdal.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAlbum of the Day: Plume Girl “In The End We Begin”https://…

R.I.P. Brian McBride. What a shock and what a loss. Wow. On the flipside, Babe, Terror lift and conjure spirits on “Teghnojoyg,” today’s pickWednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAlbum of the Day: Babe, Terror “Teghnojoyg”https://babeterror.bandcamp.com/album/teghnojoygAdditional Links:Ned Raggett on Brian M…

Another absolute gem from Métron Records with Audrey Carmes’ “Quelque chose s'est dissipé.” This label doesn’t miss! Plus a bunch of rad new joints from Ted Byrnes, CV & JAB, and Brass Clouds. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAlbum of the Day: Audrey Carmes “Quelque chose s'est dissipé”https://metronrec…

I've been pretty floored by a lot of the music coming out of Beirut over the last few years - and I realize I'm a bit late to the party here - but the city's scene has produced a handful of my absolute favorite albums in recent memory. One thing many of those records have in common is Fadi Tabbal and Tunefork Studios. I've been in touch with Tabbal…

We’re still melting out here, how about you? Well hey, got some cool music from cool people to get us through… or at least distract us. Today’s pick is a great collaboration between IKSRE & anthéne. There’s also awesome new stuff from JOBS and The Spookfish on the way.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.https://patreon.com/foxydigitalisAl…

Next up in The Seltzer Salon is the wonderful Eve Maret. Her new album, New Noise, is such a fantastic surprise (wrote a little more about it in last week's Capsule Garden). I love when an artist goes into a new(ish) direction, especially when they take elements of their work and reconfigure them into something different. This album definitely feel…

I am totally obsessed with today’s pick from Lord Spikeheart & Elvin Brandhi. “Drunk In Love” is straight from the future. All-time stuff. Plus a couple new gems from Aki Onda and Cuerpo Docente. Tomorrow on Patreon.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Lord Spikeheart & Elvin Brandhi “Drunk In Love”https://hakunakulala.ba…

Another week begins - the first full week of school, so we’ll see how that goes. But hey, it’s hot as all hell out, and yet, I’m in a great mood and getting really excited about new music. Pick of the day is the debut EP from Vines, and there’s some killer new joints from Oishi and Aliya Ultan. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of…

This incredible debut from merma suelo is a perfect example of why I love doing Foxy Digitalis, and why I think it’s important to continue. It doesn’t get much better. Plus, two new joints from tuba player extraordinaire, Beth McDonald, and one hell of a collaboration between Ava Mendoza and Devin Hoff (and James Brandon Lewis and Ches Smith).Wedne…

It’s a day for heavy hitters and all-timers on Foxy Digitalis Daily. The pick is the new Beverly Glenn-Copeland. Wow. And a little talk about the crucial new series of Pauline Anna Strom reissues on RVNG.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Beverly Glenn-Copeland “The Ones Ahead”https://beverlyglenn-copeland.bandcamp.com/…

Lea Bertucci has been on an absolute roll the last few years between her solo work, and collaborative work, along with curating excellent compilations with companion sample libraries. Her newest work is a collaboration with the great Lawrence English and it doesn't disappoint. We chat about it, her recent trip to Australia and New Zealand, and her …

Sulci’s debut album, “Before the Echo,” is a stunner. You’ve gotta hear it. Plus, news from arko​-​í​ris, and listen to me get excited about Paavoharjo’s new album, thinking it’s their first in a long time, and then find out they’ve had new records out the last two years. Rolling by the seat of my pants over here.Wednesday episodes are exclusively …

New week, new me (not really). Today’s pick is from Palestinian-American artist and musician, Omar Ahmad’s “Inheritance.” Also, I’ve released that I’m really not as drawn to harsh/noise/etc at all these days, and I’m not entirely sure why, but I think it’s interesting to think about. Whenever I need something to rattle my braincells, I generally tu…

I’ve been thinking a lot about my kid’s newfound obsession with Taylor Swift, and how wild it is to see fandom through their eyes (and see them obsess over something in the ways you have your entire life). It’s a pretty fun trip. Today’s pick - also a fun trip - an absolute gem from Lithuania from Andra Ljos.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Pa…

Still trying to get my bearings this week, but there’s so many things going on it’s been near-impossible. It’s the new normal, I guess! Anyway, today’s pick is the latest from Foxy Digitalis favorite, Imka. Plus some news (and flowers) from Alan Courtis with David Grubbs, and a new one from the great Métron Records.Wednesday episodes are exclusivel…

It should come as no surprise that I’m a sucker for a Dad/Daughter duo jam, and it doesn’t get much better then Dietrichs - Don and Camille. Plus some flowers for Not Not Fun, who really are one of the best labels of the last 20 years.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Dietrichs “Catch the Leaves”https://relativepitchre…

An exhausting weekend (due to my own making of getting up early to watch World Cup games) is going to lead to an interesting week, I’m sure. Kicking off with a fun one on Global Pattern plus some unexpected finds on Bandcamp Friday.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: from tokyo to honolulu “Paradise Labyrinth: Chapter 0”…

It’s Bandcamp Friday so you know what that means? A disaster of an inbox, but a wonderful opportunity to support artists while only giving a cut to one monster corporation instead of two. Wahey! But seriously, support artists. Everyday. Today’s pick is a beautiful new piano record from Stefan Christoff. Plus, I can’t get past how incredible the new…

Last night was a good night where new connections were made and inspiration ran wild. It’s left me in a fantastic mood today. Elizabeth Still’s “Going For Home” is today’s pick and it’s an absolute stunner that wrecked me in the best way. Plus, new stuff from Green-House and Sarah Morrison.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the …

Today’s pick is from an artist that’s new to me, but Zeyneb Toraman’s debut is fantastic (and it’s hard to believe it’s a debut). Plus new ones from BLAKMOTH, she spread sorrow, & a real gem on Dagoretti from Ayany Jowi.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Zeynep Toraman “In A Dark House”https://obscureandterrible.bandcam…

Some personal news about a new project I recently got funding for that I’m excited about. Album of the day is from one of my favorites, Siavash Amini. Truly one of the greats. Plus a new compilation from Great Lakes Dungeon Synth, and new joints from mioriii and Powders.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Siavash Amini “…

Additional links for the day:https://www.mixcloud.com/thejewelgarden/foxy-digitalis-mix-series-season-3-26-michel-gasco-lachlan-r-dale-afghan-music/https://nopartofit.bandcamp.com/album/veiled-matterBrad Rose is the the principal writer and editor-in-chief of Foxy Digitalis, an online music magazine and has run various DIY record labels for the las…

A real supergroup on today’s pick from 43ODES - Steven R. Smith, Brian Lucas, and Glenn Donaldson. Jewelled Antler devotees rejoice! Plus some appreciation for the great Daryl Groetsch. Oh, and did I mention it’s fucken hot?Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: 43ODES “HWN UN AMN”https://eiderdownrecords.bandcamp.com/album…

Straight up, I love Nina Dante and her project, The Snake Said to the River. It has brought me so much joy over the last year or so, and continues to just thrill and excite me. In it, Dante digs into music and writing from Medieval era, traditional folk music, plus her own original pieces. There’s also exploration of the natural world and the histo…

There are so many aspects of Saloli’s “Canyon” that are right in my wheelhouse, it’s probably no surprise that I love this record. It’s special, though. Plus an amazing new project on the way from Peter Broderick and Erased Tapes.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Saloli “Canyon”https://saloli.bandcamp.com/album/canyonA…

Another solo parent week begins, and promised to be filled with tater tots, chicken nuggets, and Taylor Swift. I’m not complaining, just like I’m not complaining about the wild ride today’s pick leads us on - Mondoriviera’s “Frenton Cantolay.” Plus, Lily Taylor’s new record, “Amphora,” is out now and it’s a delight.Wednesday episodes are exclusivel…

Apparently when I get a good night’s sleep, I’m more tired the next day. So that’s not great. But you know what is great? Today’s pick from Lý Trang - one of my absolute favorites from 2023 so far. Plus some bits about Nick Millevoi and the unstoppable Ki Oni.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Lý Trang “Syenite”https://…

The world needs more solo trumpet records, and thankfully Ambrose Akinmusire obliges with an absolute gem. “Beauty is Enough” is a stunner. Plus a bit of news from Falt and Inner Islands as we all just try to make it through the week.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Ambrose Akinmusire “Beauty is Enough”https://ambrose…

Sometimes an interview or an artist doesn't really need an introduction. Zeena Parkins is one of those artists. For decades, she has been exploring new aural terrain and creating her own unique frameworks for composition and improvisation. The scope of her work is vast, and its impact deeply felt. Last month, Chaikin Records released a boxed set of…

A real heady pick today with Nicol Eltzroth Rosendorf’s “Internal Return.” It’ll get you. Plus some new offerings from The Gray Field Recordings, Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids, and Jeff Tobias. Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Nicol Eltzroth Rosendorf “Internal Return”https://neg-cap.com/album/internal-returnAdditiona…

Back from our St. Louis trip and diving right in on this special record from Mary Jane Leach on Modern Love. Plus an incredible new Annea Lockwood on Room 40 that’s absolutely crucial.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Mary Jane Leach “Woodwind Multiples”https://boomkat.com/products/woodwind-multiplesAdditional links fo…

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Day 5:Norman W. Long “only appears lost”https://normanwlong.bandca…

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Day 4:Brötzmann / Leigh / Lonberg-Holm “Naked Nudes”https://broetz…

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Day 2:Meshell Ndegeocello “The Omnichord Real Book”https://store.b…

Mixing it up this week as I’ll be traveling, so I recorded a week’s worth of mid-year favorites for y’all to dig into. Twenty albums, five a day (plus five I’m looking forward to in the second half of the year on Patreon this Wednesday). Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Day 1:Nyokabi Kariuki “Feeling Body”https://nyokabikariuki.bandcam…

Of course this was going to be album of the day at some point here, but y’all knew that. Dream collaboration that is a bit unexpected (in a great way!) from a couple heavyweights. Plus new ones from Elizabeth Still and Eve Maret.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Ben Chasny & Rick Tomlinson “Waves”https://voixrecords.ba…

M. Sage is one of the most generous and thoughtful artists. His new album, “Paradise Crick,” finds joy in sonic reverie, and getting lost in that world makes things feel a little brighter. This conversation about the album felt so good. After a rough morning, talking to Sage about whimsy, pleasure, and so much more, I felt so much better and refres…

Yann Novak’s work has been a fixture in my life these last few years, whether its solo music or Dragon’s Eye Recordings, but his new one, “Voice of Theseus,” caught me off-guard. Plus some quick appreciation for Siavash Amini.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Yann Novak “Voice of Theseus”https://yannnovak.bandcamp.com/…

Today’s pick may be a little outside the usual zone Foxy Digitalis is associated with, but “The Omnichord Real Book” is an instant classic. Absolutely essential listening, and I hope anyone who follows FD checks it out. Plus, the schedule the next two weeks is a bit wonky, so more on that at the top of the show.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on…

Jeffrey Lamoureux’s “possible parallels” surprised me. I figured it was worth spending time with since it’s on Zekarias Thompson’s Working Name Studios, but it really resonated. Plus, Genot Centre signs off after eight years of incredible mayhem.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.Album of the Day: Jeffrey Lamoureux “possible parallels”ht…

I love to hear what the lifers are up to, and this recent one from Sharron Kraus does not disappoint. I don’t know if it’s really a plague record, but it feels like one to me, and I am 100% in for that. Plus a couple quick hits on two albums I’ve been digging a lot lately from Jantra and Lyonel Bauchet.Wednesday episodes are exclusively on Patreon.…