Blondes - Warmth - VINYL LP

Dear to Us, the debut album by violinist sisters Hina & Fiona, captures the rare and radiant bond between two rising stars of the classical music world. Born in New York to French-Vietnamese and Japanese parents, these gifted sisters have already achieved remarkable milestones individually Hina recently won first prize at the 2023 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition, while Fiona debuted with the New York Philharmonic at 16, and respectively embark on illustrious solo careers. Together, their playing reveals a profound connection shaped by lifelong collaboration, honest artistic dialogue, and complementary interpretations. Accompanied by the distinguished pianist Rohan de Silva, they present a thoughtfully curated program that balances beloved classics with lesser-known treasures, showcasing works by Halvorsen, Moszkowski, Ysaye, Rozsa, and contemporary composer Anna Clyne.From the fiery virtuosity of Ravel's Tzigane and Sarasate's Navarra to the tender warmth of Ponce's Estrellita, Dear to Us is a compelling journey through technical brilliance and heartfelt expression. The sisters' extraordinary synchronicity, paired with their distinctive voices, creates a musical experience both intimate and exhilarating.In addition to CD, Dear to Us is also available as a 2LP special vinyl , offering listeners a rich, analog experience of the duo's vibrant artistry-perfect for collectors and audiophiles alike.

Vinyl LP pressing. Fredfades is a Norwegian producer specializing in the uncut raw hip hop. Here's his debut solo album, Warmth. In 2013 he dropped a classic with Ivan Ave on KingUnderground Records. Warmth is his debut solo album following a long line of singles, collaborative albums, cassettes and load of independently released projects. The album has 16 tracks made from jazz, soul and boogie samples with gritty drums and a dash of synth stabs, mixed by Fred and mastered at Strype Audio in Oslo by Christian Obermayer. The title track Warmth is the last track on the album and was sampled from a live recording off one of Fred's favorite jazz records that is always on heavy rotation at the crib. Guests at the table include MED (Stones Throw), Mndsgn (Stones Throw), Ivan Ave, (Jakarta), MoRuf, Koreatown Oddity (Stones Throw), Chester Watson and more.

Electronic were Bernard Sumner (New Order) and Johnny Marr (The Smiths), who together produced critically-acclaimed alternative dance, and gave both Bernard and Johnny the creative freedom to fully express themselves. Twisted Tenderness has never been released on vinyl and will also be released on 2LP. The album was recorded alongside bassist Jimi Goodwin from Doves, and drummer Ged Lynch of Black Grape. Double vinyl LP pressing.