Maria Usbeck’s latest album is a bold new chapter for the always shape-shifting Ecuadorian artist, diving deep into her singular realm of idiosyncratic pop music while retaining the observational, inquisitorial perspective that’s marked her work thus far. Naturaleza arrives after what Usbeck describes as “a forced, fake retirement that lasted more than a year,” the conclusion of which caused her to collide with the natural world’s strange, serene, and endless outgrowths. “The chaos of life stood in stark contrast to the stillness and beauty around me—the overwhelming presence of nature.” https://mariausbeck.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------ Lulannie is the musical alias of U.S.-based Venezuelan artist Jennifer Medina. Known for her striking visual world, she blends ethereal vocals, eclectic DJ sets, and atmospheric productions into her live performances. https://lulannie.bandcamp.com/track/my-kite ------------------------ https://michaelbeharie.bandcamp.com/