From grunge-turned-folk confessions to sweaty festival sets and Berlin’s ever-inventive radio waves, late summer brings a mix of sounds worth tuning into. Laura Lee & The Jettes return with an album of plain-spoken truths, Killa captures Fusion Festival chaos in a two-hour live set, Ola Bird spins Berlin dating drama into sharp indie pop, and Juba keeps Cashmere Radio moving with global club grooves.
Tough Love Paradigm (Album)
Laura Lee & The Jettes
Unsolicited Advice
Laura Lee, formerly of grunge act Gurr, returns with her second album following 2021’s Wasteland. Tough Love Paradigm reflects on life as both an independent touring musician and a mother, drawing on her own experiences. The record moves away from grunge-psych towards a more midwest folk sound, influenced by artists such as MJ Lenderman. Its songs utilise relatable subject matter, making the music feel more substantive and down to earth. Album opener ‘Grand Total of Nothing’ captures frustration with the banalities of life, as Lee sings “fell short on change, card payment denied”. On ‘Unsolicited Advice’, featuring Berlin publicist Grant Box, she explores the realities of motherhood. Across the album, Lee writes candidly about disappointment and hard lessons, shaping stories with a plain-spoken honesty.
- Out Sep 5
KILLA Live from Fusion (DJ set)
Killa’s two-hour set from this year’s Fusion Festival captures the chaos and energy of the RäuberInnenhöhle stage at 3am. Best known for her vinyl-only KILLA Airlines show on Refuge Worldwide, the DJ – formerly Killa du Jour – has built a name through eclectic, deep-digging sets. This live mix moves confidently between Bonnie Tyler, Candi Staton, Anthony Rother and a sly X-Files reference, balancing rave, electronica, party tracks and hard techno with ease. It’s a snapshot of a DJ in full command, playful and precise.
- Available at https://bit.ly/killa-fusion
Singles for Singles (EP)
Ola Bird
Älskar vocalist Ola Bird goes solo with an EP about single life, mixing anti-love anecdotes with stories of modern dating and 21st‑century heartbreak. The EP offers a snapshot of dating in Berlin, with songs about ghosting, gaslighting and cheating. Featuring the singles ‘Ben Voyage’ and ‘Friendship Wall’, the EP pairs intimate indie pop with unflinching reflections on love and loss. Bird’s songwriting is raw and direct, blending vulnerability with sharp honesty.
- Out Sep 25
Afroelectronik (Radio show)
Cashmere Radio
Bored of Berlin’s hard techno scene? Look no further than Afroelectronik, one of Cashmere Radio’s longest running shows. Hosted by Juba – Berlin’s go-to selector for Afrobeats, amapiano, bass, breaks and more – the show mixes fresh African and diaspora club sounds with modern and experimental tracks. Born in London and of Nigerian descent, Juba’s musical journeys offer a snapshot of her dynamic, pulsing club sets, featuring guests from DJ Caza Beats to Bass Mafia’s Katia Fis. Throughout, her breezy chit-chat and conversational style effortlessly bridge European and African sounds, showing why she’s so well regarded.
- Monthly, starts 19:30
