Jansky Noise - Past Present & Future Star Music

As the lines blur and the 6-fingered AI humans begin to melt into the background noise of this strange new reality, let’s pause and reclaim something real. In a world of deepfakes, misinformation, and endless digital fear loops— we need the power to sense what’s real , to hold steady, and to choose truth over noise. Today, and many moons ago, this Scottish band brough the winning anthem —the kind that keeps the torch in our hand, lit and burning proud. I’m feeling unusually confident about this right now. Confident that even as the storm of propaganda, war, and churned-out fear (FUD) keeps flooding the airwaves and timelines—we still have the contra power . We’ve got the love. We’ve got the music. And we’ve got each other. Play this song loud. Play it proud. Just like the boys did when this first broke the airwaves —no apologies, just raw energy and fearless spirit. Someone out there is always generating fear. But here with love from Scotland, we’re generating the cure. Hope yo...

The first crescent moon of Muharram rose, marking the start of the Islamic New Year — a moment for reflection, remembrance, and quiet renewal. And that very day, the world lost a master: Lalo Schifrin . Composer, conductor, cinematic disruptor. The man who made tension groove and danger swing. His track Dirty Harry (Latin Soul) isn't just a theme — it's a philosophy: Fate with a backbeat. Judgment in rhythm. Justice, but syncopated. It was 1972. Lalo gave the law a new soundtrack — and it still hits like prophecy. As a new spiritual cycle begins, so does Lalo’s journey beyond. Two passages — one of time, one of soul — aligned. Let us not mourn in silence. Let us begin the year with that relentless, holy groove Lalo carved into the cosmos. Play it loud. Begin again.

Sandii – 'Idol Era': A Synthpop Masterpiece—Does Anything Today Compare? There’s something irresistibly bold about Sandii’s  "Idol Era" —it crackles with attitude, channels Yellow Magic into a mechanical heart, and teases Kate Bush’s art-pop eccentricity (though Sandii’s voice making it a master piece of her own).  This track is quality techno or synthpop— a razor-sharp fusion of both, dripping with innovation. The percussion punches, the vocals slink like neon in the rainstorm from the cyber scene you remember, and Haruomi Hosono’s production feels both futuristic and deeply  of its time —that late ‘70s/early ‘80s moment when electronic music seemed to leap forward daily. But here’s the question:  What even rivals this today? Decades later,  "Idol Era"  still sounds  advanced . Not just in its tech—any DAW can replicate those sounds now—but in its fearless energy. Where’s the modern equivalent? The track’s metallic sheen, its balance of cold precision...

A glitter-struck confession from the golden age of Italo Disco—Cristina Polidori’s voice trembles like a disco ball on the verge of shattering, while synths spiral upward like a staircase to nowhere.  This was and is  a  Hi-NRG   heartbreak: euphoric, desperate, and drenched in the kind of neon drama soaked in bubbles from the lambrusco er beyond 1983, and you know it's still a good  bottle. #ItaloDisco #VinylTimeMachine #BolognaVibes #Crysalis #INeverDance #LostInThe12InchMix #1983Unreality

Back in the 80s, it was always the extended mix you needed — and this one is no exception. We took our time then — longer intros, smooth builds, space to breathe. In a world now driven by speed and endless consumption, it's good to slow down and let the music slowly drive in. This track is pure 1985 Italian magic — shimmering synths, rolling basslines, and that bittersweet, euphoric feeling that only Italo disco knows how to deliver. The Italians knew how to craft something timeless. I love this title truly: only music survives. On a personal note: I'm flying to Bologna tomorrow for business, and this song will be with me — in my headphones, in my heart. Each trip to Italy makes me love this country even more. Every day my heart grows fonder. And the name Alba — is always so strong, it lives at my doorway. Alba fills my heart too. For Scotland. For home. For friends. And for the lady here who sings this song. No idea where she is today, but I will raise a glass for her, th...

 How Cassettes Became Underground Treasures I have to admit — even with all my years involved in underground music, I’m surprised to realize just how valuable some of these old rave cassettes have become. In a world dominated by digital streaming, where music is compressed into invisible files and served up by algorithms, it’s quaint to see that some of the most sought-after artifacts from electronic music’s mid period are sitting quietly on magnetic tape. Yet searchable on online stores, there’s a growing market for vintage rave cassettes — and they’re fetching more and more impressive amounts. The Rise of the Rave Tape Pack Back in the 90s, during the explosion of the UK rave scene, tape packs were around. Promoters like Helter Skelter, Dreamscape, Slammin Vinyl, and Fantazia would record their events and sell bundles of cassettes containing the full DJ line-ups from legendary nights. These were souvenirs of the rave — complete with crowd noise, MC shouts, and all the raw en...

Written by Sarah Maison | Produced by Steve Surmely | Released via Capitane Records As I search through the flood of new releases—hundreds upon hundreds of tracks posted online each week—I find myself sifting through a digital haystack of songs that, frankly, often feel lifeless. So many sound rushed, heartless, flat, as though churned out by a conveyor belt rather than composed from a place of emotion or intention. But just when my ears begin to dull, I strike gold. A gem emerges. Sarah Maison’s “Bonsoir” is that gem. This track stopped me in my scroll. Not with noise, but with restraint. With beauty. With a sound that made me wonder: Is this a voice I missed from the 60s or 70s? It carries all the vintage charm of a forgotten French classic, yet breathes with the intimacy and clarity of the present. The production—handled masterfully by Steve Surmely has helped make this into a subtle but genius song. The balance between guitar and voice is perfect . No accident, and not always ...

It isnt so easy to find out to much about the artist HANN3R (Frans Hanner) but today I found this video and new single, Take It Back — a stripped-back, DIY gem built around great 808 percussion, carefully selected synth textures, great vocal mix, and simple bass line. The songwriting is easy but fresh and effective, and the whole track oozes a confident, lo-fi charm. Even more impressive is the official music video , shot entirely on two rolls of Kodak Vision3 500T Super8 film using a Canon 318 Zoom . It’s a nostalgic, analogue visual that pairs perfectly with the song’s sound and mood. 🎥 Music Video Credits Director : Frans Hanner Co-directors : Elsa Smith, Malin Bylow, Lex Keulemans Producer : Frans Hanner Executive Producers : Elsa Smith, Malin Bylow, Lex Keulemans Production Designers : Frans Hanner, Lex Keulemans, Malin Bylow, Elsa Smith Director of Photography : Lex Keulemans Camera Operator : Lex Keulemans Editor : Lex Keulemans Animator : Frans ...

A slow shimmer across unseen planes. Sound as mist, memory, ritual. Aura moves like heat on stone — elusive, elemental, alive. Listen not to find, but to dissolve. Tap into the drift and listen now.

Groove as mantra, rhythm as rebellion. Yeah pulses with raw spirit — lo-fi funk, fractured soul, no filter. It doesn’t ask. It answers. Turn it up and give in.

As the sun beams across the UK, my mind drifts far south—to Spain, to sea breezes and slow afternoons. And just like that, Your Eyes by Vincent Floyd featuring Chan comes flooding back. On this golden day, there’s a special kind of simplicity in the air, and this track captures it perfectly. There’s something unmistakably honest about this song. The innocence, the vulnerability—it’s all there. It's one of those rare moments in music where something true is captured, without filter or overproduction. That moment became a springboard, a ripple that inspired more than just music. It gave shape to memories, movement, and emotion. A real Balearic-style piece, if ever there was one. Lyrically, Your Eyes digs deep into introspection and longing. The refrain echoes: "Until the mystery is gone, I use your eyes to see. Until we become one, you'll just be another part of me." It’s poetry wrapped in groove. A soul laid bare over smooth, dreamy house textures—classic Vince...

 I'm honored to have my track Whispers Between Helensburgh featured on Seven Stages Of Grief III , the final installment of Neotantra’s deeply moving ambient series. This compilation is dedicated to the memory of Árni Grétar, a tribute to a life and spirit that resonated within the ambient music community. Curated by Lee Norris and mastered by Darren McClure, it gathers a collective of artists weaving sonic reflections on grief, remembrance, and transcendence. Neotantra is a label devoted to immersive, meditative soundscapes—music to drift in and out of, music that lingers in the space between wakefulness and dreams. If you seek solace in sound, this compilation is for you. You can support the label : For £35/year, you get access to the full Neotantra catalog—over 230+ releases—while helping sustain the label’s mastering and artwork. 🎧 Seven Stages Of Grief III is available now on Bandcamp. Listen, reflect, and let the music carry you. 🔗 Bandcamp Plenty of great trac...

I finally released the album—Born  of Black Light . I hope you can feel the heart in this one, I spent a while blending  space jazz ,  reimagined '80s sci-fi electronica ,  Detroit techno , and  be-bop into this LP . So what the F&&K is the album about? Born of Black Light  tells the story of  Orion Vox , a quantum mystic navigating his mind, space, lost futures, and the utopian potential of collective liberation. Through 10 tracks, the album explores themes of  time ,  ancestral wisdom , and the  haunting beauty of unrealized possibilities .  It’s a journey designed to help us all look inside, as well as through  galaxies. Each track marks a clear path on Orion's journey. I hope the album will leave you questioning the nature of your own reality and the space we live in day by day. A Fusion of Genres The album blends genres to create a sound that recalls the past and paints some of the following: Space Jazz : Think cos...

Dicky & Suzanna, Eka Sapta Band – Dia Jang Dulu So laid back it’s practically horizontal. This one drifts in smooth and cool, with vocal pacing that’s just right —unhurried, effortless. It took me straight back to those early 2000s nights at 10 Bar in Manchester, when we were doing collabs with the Skam brigade—Andy Maddock, Rob Hall and co.  Back then we were spinning mostly English-language vocal jams, but this has that same kind of understated magic. Bit of a gem, this one. #EkaSapta #DickyAndSuzanna #DiaJangDulu #IndonesianGroove #VintageVibes #MellowSounds #SkamRecords #10BarManchester #LaidBackBeats #RareGems #RetroCool #WorldMusic #VinylVibes #ChillSelections

The proper master of In The Corridors with Santanna is finally here, available exclusively on Bandcamp in stunning hi-fi quality. This is the ultimate version of the track, delivering rich textures and cosmic clarity as it was always intended to be heard.  Dive into the purest form of sonics— completely free to download —and let it become the perfect companion to your own astral adventures. 🎧 Explore the album here: Born of Black Light on Bandcamp As for the version on streaming platforms? That’s just a rogue echo , warped and twisted during one of Orion Vox’s daring space-time experiments. An intriguing anomaly, but now the true version has landed safely, radiating dreams of Santana and Carlos Santana energy straight from the entangled space time travel audio sources. The portal to a world of space jazz, quantum mysticism, and sonic wonder—is opening up, time to blur the lines between time, space, and imagination.  If you are a cosmic dreamer or simply a lover of rich, 80s s...

Every now and again, while gliding through the digital wilds, you stumble upon something raw, quirky, and ridiculously funked up fun. Today’s treasure? The track "Warrior Dance" by No Boundaries, tucked snugly into the surreal wonderland of Toejazz for Debby on Bandcamp. It’s a groovy banger that demands your attention—and maybe a little toe-tapping—while it spins you into its kaleidoscopic multiverse of sound. The compilation Toejazz for Debby is an mashed up mix of tracks curated to tickle your auditory senses and rewire or redirect you to other waves. It’s a glitchy, jazzy, Afro-Cuban, funkadelic trip in which I found  "Warrior Dance" on SIDE A - it feels like unlocking a hidden level in some retro video game: pixelated trees sway, as a crunchy computer digi-kazoo breeze curls around your avatar’s body, and somehow Chakka Khan, and brasstactic funk, launch into your ear drums, and drive you ont an 80 archadian battle field in orbit. This song is a pure pack j...

Step into the haze, the dreamscape, the cosmic jazz labyrinth— In the Wrong Café is now live and ready to transport you. Real track one. Real wrong. Real right. Orion Vox, our space-time traveler and mystic of the quantum realms, finds himself suspended in a strange moment—somewhere between a smoke-filled café in Greenwich Village circa 1940 and an uncharted point in the distant future. It’s a place that feels “wrong,” yet teems with something irresistibly right: the allure of the unknown, the pulse of celestial brass, and the hum of alternate realities colliding. The saxophone wails not just for the moment but for centuries lost and futures not yet born. It’s as if the walls themselves bend to the rhythm of a cosmic bebop, a labyrinth where every note is a portal and every silence a universe. Disorientation is the guide here, the muse. Orion, ever the seeker, is caught in a broken “jazz maze,” sipping on dreams in a hazy parade. The Afrofuturist jazzy slab attempts to blend timelines...

Thirteen years ago, on November 11, 2011, I released my last album, Jansky Noise – Slow Order V2. An abstract, experimental dive into the electronic unknown, it was a project born of restless curiosity. Its release marked an end—an output pulled into a sleeping liquid of milk in the accompanying video, dissolving into stillness. But nothing truly disappears. Matter lingers, waiting. Ideas float, unresolved. And now, I feel reborn, ready to create again, reconnecting with the flow I’ve missed so deeply. Being creative, being free, and letting sound unfold is the purest joy—the energy I live for. New work is on the horizon, some of it digital, and perhaps even finding a home on a label. This time, the journey takes on a narrative—a story like a movie or novel. Fictional, yes, but rooted in the boundless possibility of sound. Our protagonist, Orion Vox, steps forward. Disoriented, lost—or maybe discovering—he begins in what might be a café in Greenwich in the 1940s. Or is he drifting thro...

Born of Black Light LP will arrive soon! The first BONUS track, "In the Corridors with Santanna," inspired by Krautrock, epic narratives, and free-spirited exploration, is already here. This track is a bonus from the album and features stunning guitar work by Brokli. Together, we added vocal harmonies to enrich its spiritual atmosphere. The name "Santanna" is reference to Orange and Lemo - "Dreams of Santa Anna" as well as to the legend Carlos Santana, the double "n" symbolizing the "noise" that permeates this entire project. I’ll be releasing more tracks from Born of Black Light through the winter solistice.  If all goes well, the full album will be out over 2024-2025.  This collection is a wild blend of space jazz, Afrofuturism, noise, and vintage-drenched electronica.  The real opening track of the album track one is, "In the Wrong Café," this is also available now via streaming. Join our protagonist, Orion Vox, as he embar...

We’ve been looking death in the eye recently, Saying goodbye to an old heart— A final beat that echoes through the fabric of time. The profound weight of life and death hangs, A truth we can’t escape, Yet, in this confrontation, We find something stirring— A spark that becomes a catalyst, A force propelling us forward. So, what are we doing? We are making things. We are reigniting the flames that flicker through this brief existence. Our time traveller, Orion Vox, A traveller not just through space, But through the threads of time itself, Is being forged. A story of the now, Of the space we occupy, Of all the worlds that dance around us. More soon. But for now, We move. We create. Because when faced with the end, It is not the end we must fear, But the moments we let slip by. So we hold tight, To the reigniting, The journey, The spark that refuses to die.

Island Dream Beat Golden strings strum and weaving  rays into waves, vibrations sun,  a hymn, a hum, where time goes yum You hat rift  with heads held high, painted the melon toast on a mango sky. Hip, hip, and palms swing, whispering secrets of a carefree thing. No shirt, no socks, just the tide's embrace, a rhythm of freedom, a sacred space. Tambourine laughs, a steel drum sighs, and the ocean croons  the soul cannot deny. Snap to the beat of the swaying breeze, island spirits waltzing through the trees. Golden hours, a sun-kissed trance, feet in the sand, caught in the dance. Island in the sun, you’re more than a song, Let’s ride this tune 'til the day is done, under the coming moon,  baked in the island sun.

Get ready to travel through time and space with Brokli's brand new album, "Dimension Groove!" This intergalactic collection of tracks is here to send you on a cosmic adventure, complete with funky beats and synth-filled sounds that are totally tubular! Brokli's latest release is already making waves with the big US hit "Let Me Be Your Driver," a track that will have you singing along and reaching for your leather driving gloves! And if you're yearning for a connection to our planet, don't miss the soulful tribute in "Mother Gaia." These tracks are just a taste of the genius that awaits in this stellar lineup! Here's the complete tracklist that'll have you dancing from the Milky Way to Mars: C'hantel's Realm Of the Rhythm Radio Dimension Groove Let Your Body Dance You Got The Power Let Me Be Your Driver Mother Gaia Chasing Highs Vegetal Vision Dust off those disco balls, crank up the volume, Brokli's "Dimension Gr...

Ruairidh Maclean, better known as RuMac, has carved a niche for himself in the music world with his vibrant accordion covers and dynamic live performances. Known for his charismatic stage presence and exceptional musical talent, RuMac has captivated audiences across Scotland and beyond. Performances and Reception RuMac's performances are a testament to his unique blend of traditional and contemporary music. At events like the Black Isle Belter and the Peat & Diesel gigs in Stornoway, RuMac delivers pouding pure and electrifying renditions of classic hits, from "Yes Sir, I Can Boogie" to "The Chain." He has the  ability to pump these songs into your brain again, it is no wonder he has a dedicated following, as evidenced by enthusiastic fan comments and reviews. Fans have consistently praised RuMac's live shows for their infectious energy and entertainment value, and yes sir you can see it and almost smell it. Many highlight his ability to transform well-k...

 

 

  I found an insightful connection between "Vegetal Vision" and a thought-provoking lecture by Aneta Rostkowska in the series "The Damaged Planet" at the Academy of Media Arts in Cologne. 🌿 Exploring "Vegetal Vision" First, let me share the lyrics of "Vegetal Vision": cosmic brokli uniting all vegetal vision encompassing cosmic brokli uniting all vegetal vision encompassing 5D consciousness mankind Leave old reality behind when life crashes down and falls rebirth renew, answer the call Mother earth is crying out and wants her child to shout it out and uplift all that cannot see the mighty cosmic brokli This song is offers a few ideas; it's a chant for mankind, a call to connect with nature, as mother earth is crying. it is an anthem for embracing a new reality. Brokli is opening the 5D consciousness that transcends old realities and embraces a harmonious existence with our planet. Aneta Rostkowska's Vision In her lecture, Aneta Rostkowsk...

In an age where musical legends still walk among us, the interview with Archie Shepp by Ashley Kahn on February 22, 2020, at the Portland Jazz Festival stands out as an incredible piece of history. For anyone interested in the roots of black music, and indeed all music, this interview is an absolute joy. It provides a profound look into the life and career of one of jazz's most influential figures. Archie Shepp, the renowned saxophonist and vocalist, performed that evening with his exceptional quartet, featuring Lafayette Harris on piano, Avery Sharpe on bass, and Ronnie Burrage on drums. Shepp's reflections during the interview offered a deep dive into his musical journey, touching on the elements of surprise and creativity that define jazz. His voice, both in song and speech, carries the weight of decades of experience and innovation. Taking us through his early years, Shepp shared how his experiences at Goddard College in Vermont shaped his approach to music. His exposure to...

Uncle Acid and the Dead Beats have unleashed "Nell Ora Blue. We are looking at one of the tracks from the album Ritorno All'oscurità," a track that pulls listeners into a hauntingly familiar, yet eerily unique soundscape. Where nostalga and the sinister still allure. "Ritorno All'oscurità" along with many other track from the album feel like the perfect soundtrack to a lost 70s horror flick. According to Kevin Starrs the album was inspired by films like - Things like Five Dolls for an August Moon (1970), The Fifth Cord (1971), and All the Colours of the Dark (1972) a loved Edwige film and more.   Expect a tape warping warm vintage production reminiscent of an era where analogue ruled and digital was but a distant dream. This particular song's title, translating to "Return to Darkness," is a fitting nod as it almost drives you from a dark period, into another one ahead at the next crossing, a sort of quite atmosphere but one where you know you a...

G.I. Gurdjieff: Encuentros con Hombres Notables (1979) , directed by Peter Brook, is a biographical drama based on the life of the mystic and spiritual teacher George Ivanovich Gurdjieff. The film traces Gurdjieff's early years and his quest for knowledge through his travels and encounters with various remarkable individuals who influenced his spiritual development. The narrative focuses on Gurdjieff's journey from his youth, detailing the teachings he received from his father and other masters, as well as his discovery of Sufi dances and the esoteric teachings known as the Fourth Way. These experiences culminate in his development of a unique spiritual path that integrates these diverse teachings. The film is known for its exploration of deep philosophical and spiritual themes, emphasizing that true faith and enlightenment come from profound personal understanding rather than blind adherence. It also highlights the extraordinary experiences and wisdom of the people Gurdjieff m...

In the steamy dancehall scene of the early '80s, Donnell Pitman's "Chocolate Lover" emerges as a funk-infused dance experiment. The groove-laden track contains an irresistibly smooth bassline and plenty of room in the mix. Pitman's voice is soft and not forceful. The production reminds me of so many things, but that snare in his studio on the day would have been ideal. It feels like it could be in a driving movie or a game. That vocal reminded myself of Colonal Abraham or Stevie Wonder. See whether that resonates with you.