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Mixtape #185

02 July 2026


A strikingly talented and inventive drummer, producer and composer, Naná Rizinni is one of the most adventurous voices to emerge from São Paulo's vibrant alternative scene. Since relocating to London in 2020, she has continued to push her music into exciting new territory, weaving together Brazilian rhythmic traditions with improvisation, electronics and an expansive, jazz-forward sensibility that's entirely her own. A sought-after collaborator for years, Rizinni has toured and recorded with a remarkable array of artists while steadily carving out a singular artistic identity through her solo work. Her magnificent latest album, Epiblast, is nothing short of breathtaking, a stunning album that balances emotional depth with fearless sonic exploration, transforming experiences of migration, motherhood, love and loss into something immersive, life-affirming and emotionally resonant. One of our absolute favourite records of the year, it's been on constant rotation ever since it landed. So we're beyond thrilled to have Naná behind this month's mixtape, with a stunning selection of tracks that opens a window into the rich and adventurous musical world that inspires her own work. Press play and enjoy.

  1. Egberto Gismonti – Janela de Ouro [Polydor]
  2. Azymuth – Partido Alto [Bellaphon / Milestone]
  3. Juçara Marçal – Vi de Relance a Coroa [Mais Um Discos / QTV Label]
  4. Kiko Dinucci – Olodé [Três Selos / Mais Um Discos]
  5. 44th Move – Anthem [Black Acre]
  6. Yoni Mayraz – Pawnshop [Astigmatic Records]
  7. Jaga Jazzist – Animal Chin [WEA / Press Play Recordings]
  8. Richard Spaven – Spin feat. Jordan Rakei [Fine Line Records]
  9. Maria Chiara Argiró – Forest City [Innovative Leisure]
  10. Source Direct – Secret Liaison [Good Looking Records]
  11. Burial – The Spaceape [Hyperdub]
  12. James Blake – Loading [Republic Records / Polydor]
  13. Floating Points – Falaise [Ninja Tune]
  14. Kenny Wheeler – The Sweet Time Suite: Part 1: Opening [ECM]
  15. Joyce Moreno – Jardim dos Deuses [Far Out Recordings]
  16. Lello Bezerra – Bairro Kennedy [Bastet / YB Music]

Richard Spaven announces new album, Light of Day, and shares lead single ‘Out Of The Quiet’

29 May 2026

Photo: Dave Stapleton

A highly sought-after drummer and all-around sonic visionary, Richard Spaven is widely recognized for his work as a solo artist and collaborations across a strikingly diverse musical landscape over the past two decades. A versatile and adventurous musician, he has performed with and lent his talents to many creative minds, including Gregory Porter, Flying Lotus, The Cinematic Orchestra, José James, TY, Kaidi Tatham, Loyle Carner, Petter Eldh, Alfa Mist and Nailah Porter, to name but a few. The drummer extraordinaire is stepping forward as a bandleader and composer, and the results are nothing short of dazzling. Spaven has just announced the release of his new album Light of Day, bringing his experience from the jazz, hip hop, club culture and drum & bass scenes together with an ensemble of some stellar musicians, including Stuart McCallum, Petter Eldh, Oli Rockberger, Nils Petter Molvær, and Verneri Pohjola. On his upcoming record, “the music is built from the inside out – groove shaping harmony, texture shaping form”, as the press release describes. “The result is controlled intensity, where technique serves expression, and the music moves freely across genres without losing its centre of gravity.”

Light of Day arrives on July 24th through Edition Records but we can already hear the insanely good, groovy and cinematic opening track, ‘Out Of The Quiet’, serving as an exhilarating taste of what’s coming. Quite possibly, one of our favourite records of the year is landing soon. Listen to the absolute treat that is ‘Out Of The Quiet’ below.