Key Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 (edited) https://planetmu.bleepstores.com/release/417388-jlin-akoma https://jlin.bandcamp.com/album/akoma?label=3050966550 22.03.24 1.Borealis (ft. Björk) 2.Speed Of Darkness 3.Summon 4.Iris 5.Open Canvas 6.Challenge (To Be Continued II) 7.Eye Am 8.Auset 9.Sodalite (ft. Kronos Quartet) 10.Grannie's Cherry Pie 11.The Precision Of Infinity (ft. Philip Glass) About this album Jlin’s detailed and meticulous exploration of rhythm’s inner and outer reaches has made her one of the most distinctive and recognisable voices within both the electronic and new music worlds. Her compositions are consistently appealing and have an accessibility to them, yet often defy expectations. She exists within her own locus solus - no matter the collaborator, no matter where sounds ultimately lead her. Whatever the situation – from composing the Pulitzer Prize shortlisted ‘Perspective’ for Third Coast Percussion, to ‘Godmother’ her AI-powered collaboration with Holly Herndon, Jlin always expresses her outlook to the fullest. Her new album ‘Akoma’ sets a new benchmark in her personal road map, not only since the album features guest appearances from Björk, Philip Glass and Kronos Quartet but for her continued sonic persistence and resistance. Jlin does what Jlin does and it’s beloved across genres, across scenes and across generations. ‘Akoma’ is a new entry point into her sound and a new approach for both those who have been following diligently and those who are just now entering her world. So how did she get here? Here’s a rundown for those looking for the facts. She was both a math nerd and a steel factory worker. She got inspired by Footwork and started making tracks with mentorship assistance from RP Boo and DJ Rashad, but her music was far from typical for footwork from the get-go. In 2011, she released her first track ‘Erotic Heat’ on the Planet Mu anthology ‘Bangs & Works Vol.2.’ Fashion designer Rick Owens heard it and invited her to soundtrack his Paris Fashion Week show. Already before an EP or an album Jlin was in new cutting-edge territory. And it hasn’t stopped since. Everyday Jlin wakes up early and clocks into her home studio working hard on new music. Her discipline and craft-like approach means that those who would try to copy her sound simply can’t get to the level she is at. Since ‘Erotic Heat’ she has released two bold albums, 2015’s ‘Dark Energy’ and 2017’s ‘Black Origami.’ She has also released her soundtrack to Company Wayne McGregor’s dance piece ‘Autobiography’ (2018) and most recently (2023) the mini-album ‘Perspective.’ She’s remixed µ-Ziq, Factory Floor, Ben Frost, Max Richter, Björk, Martin Gore and others. She’s collaborated with Holly Herndon and the late SOPHIE. She’s worked with visual artists Kevin Beasley and Nick Cave. She composed a string quartet for Kronos Quartet and performed with them live in a tribute to Philip Glass. She also recently completed a tribute to Sun Ra with Kronos. ‘Perspective’, her very well received percussion work for Third Coast Percussion has further opened doors for her creating music for chamber ensembles. She’s even thinking of one day writing an opera. She had a residency at MassMoca museum earlier this year (2023). She’s performed live at Pitchfork Festival, Unsound Festival and too many others to mention. She’s also worked with an HBCU Marching Band, Indian dancers, Company Wayne McGregor and renowned choreographer/MacArthur Fellow Kyle Abraham. There’s more but you get the picture - she’s working in contexts and in ways that few of her peers are able to. ‘Akoma’ is the next step - all these paths have led to this. We encourage you to tune in. se paths have led to this. We encourage you to tune in. Edited January 18 by Key 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavieAddison Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 Love the Philip Glass track. Definitely looking forward to the Björk one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Key Posted January 18 Author Share Posted January 18 One of the first big hitters announced this year, can't wait for this one. Embryo and Perspective both kept up the high standard. The guests on this suggest a kind of stately, grand edge, with her soundtrack/stage work possibly having a greater influence on the sound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thumbass Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 Cool artwork! I am not familiar with Jlin so I'll be checking this out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentvision Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 Bleep has a x/100 limited Jlin mix on cassette by Paradinas. Double whammy. https://bleep.com/release/429704-jlin-akoma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cloud capture Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 seems bandcamp is down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caged Element Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 3 hours ago, thumbass said: Cool artwork! I am not familiar with Jlin so I'll be checking this out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splesh Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 I love Jlin! One of the people doing some of the most different and arty (not to discount other artists, I enjoy their work too) things in the genre of footwork. Excited for this! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caged Element Posted January 19 Share Posted January 19 Really liking the Philip Glass track Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavieAddison Posted February 8 Share Posted February 8 New single 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavieAddison Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 The Apple Music animated artwork is pretty cool. RPReplay_Final1707522304.mov Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jafs Posted February 11 Share Posted February 11 I took my time to make my first listen of Perspective, which is great. I'm still amazed after all these years listening to her stuff of how she always keeps the right balance between sharpness and power. Good idea from µ to include the Embryo EP to the CD version ! Can't wait for that proper new album, those first singles are setting the tone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentvision Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 https://jlin.bandcamp.com/live/akoma-listening-party 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavieAddison Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 2 hours ago, silentvision said: https://jlin.bandcamp.com/live/akoma-listening-party That was great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Ooze Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 Can't wait to hear the full album friday, i'm gonna blast it so hard when i get home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
six Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 Saw her live in NY over the weekend with a bunch of new stuff presumably from the album. Sounded great, looking forward to hearing this in full. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Key Posted March 22 Author Share Posted March 22 Cursory 1st listen, its good stuff - the blending of classical elements, the string quartet, Glass' trademark frilly piano arpeggios are handled with the skill you'd expect, weaving in and out of the hectic beats. If anything I'd have liked a bit more of that stuff, theres plenty of tracks on here that wouldve fit on her previous records and it couldve been something that totally stands alone, no disappointment tho I well enjoyed it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Ooze Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 Not the bjork ft. i expected But what a great sounding album, bangs the house through my sub and speakers 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavieAddison Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 41 minutes ago, Ivan Ooze said: Not the bjork ft. i expected But what a great sounding album, bangs the house through my sub and speakers Same. Great track though. Love this video of her dancing at a Jlin show in Iceland 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thumbass Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 Really liking the crunch of these beats. This is one I'll be returning to. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr lopez Posted March 24 Share Posted March 24 Always a fun listen but at this point nothing too groundbreaking or life changing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thumbass Posted March 24 Share Posted March 24 Speed Of Darkness, Iris, Open Canvas and Auset are incredible bangers. I feel like this genre doesn't lend itself that well to innovation so considering that I feel like she's making the best out of it. Amazing album 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now