The following playlist is a celebration of Robyn Hitchcock’s first 20 years of recordings; specifically ones that, while they may be ‘accessible’, still showcase the singular nature of his creativity. Hitchcock spent […]
Category: Mixtapes
Farewell Green Leaves: UK Autumnal Folk (A Mixtape)
The year has 16 months: November, December, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, November, November, November.” Danish poet, Henrik Nordbrandt The days become shorter and the summer […]
Aquarium Drunkard Presents: I’m Bored – A Mixtape
“You’re moving so fast, but baby you know not where”. – Wings, “Wild Life” I’m Bored, a mixtape courtesy of our friend Jess Rotter , whose new book of illustrations by the same name was just published via Hat […]
Aquarium Drunkard Presents: Build A Fire – A Mixtape
Two years ago, while playing records on a rooftop in LA with Patrick McCarthy ( Light In The Attic Records ), a track by David Sylvian sparked the following mix. It’s now autumn of 2016 […]
Abstract Truths: An Evolving Jazz Compendium — Volume Two
Volume two of Abstract Truths, An Evolving Jazz Compendium . If unfamiliar with the series, please first read here about the its genesis and intention. As promised, this installment is courtesy of dj/record collector Carlos Nino . Per his selections, Niî±o notes […]
Abstract Truths: An Evolving Jazz Compendium – Volume One
Several months back I happened upon a survey stating that, according to Neilson, jazz now held the dubious honor of being the least listened to genre in the US. The piece […]
Aquarium Drunkard Presents: Tristes Tropiques – A Mixtape
One last languid cruise before the summer fades into fall. A varied collection of teardrops from the Congo to Brazil, Tristes Tropiques presents the hauntingly beautiful sound of sadness from the […]
The Palm Trees Fall Into The Sea: An August Mixtape
In recurring August fashion we offer the latest in a series of exploratory, atmospheric mixtapes. True to its seasonal home, like its predecessors, The Palm Trees Fall into the Sea exudes […]
AD Presents: Vox Scapo – A Mixtape
Ethereal jazz and slow grooves throughout, this is Vox Scapo. Set it to cruise control and take in a free and easy summer soundscape as August begins to wane. Our […]
Aquarium Drunkard Presents: The Now Generation / A Mixtape
Enter The Now Generation. A gauzy 18 track ride through Portland record collectors Sam Huff and Meghan Wright’s current crate. It is as it must be….man. Aquarium Drunkard Presents: The Now Generation / A Mixtape Pot Party — Mike […]
Douala By Night: A Mixtape
Aquarium Drunkard Presents: Jet Lag – A Mixtape
(From 2012. The Jet Lag programme, hosted by Yoon Nam, ceased airing last year after an inspired decade-long run on Atlanta’s 88.5 fm.) Over the past couple of years I’ve been irregularly highlighting some […]
Exactly What I Need: A Mixtape – Songs That Are Sacred, And Songs That Might As Well Be
In times like these, music is exactly what we need. The songs collected here span the divides that separate country from folk and rock; organized religions from new-age cults; and […]
Aquarium Drunkard Presents :: Ben Watt — Deep Folk 6 / Mixtape
Ben Watt’s a lifer — one-half of electronic duo Everything But the Girl, a producer, DJ, and author. His latest record, Fever Dream , features collaborations with MC Taylor of Hiss Golden Messenger and Marissa […]
Rollin’ Up The Rim: A Vintage Canadian Mixtape
Two sons of Tommy Douglas invite you on a spring trip across Canada. From lonesome provinces to cosmic territories, and everywhere in between. A place where private press unknowns stand […]