BASIC VOLUME

YG stays dangerous, while Helena Hauff’s Qualm is her rawest collection to date, and The Nature Of Imitation is a glorious return to chaos for Dorian Concept. These, plus Mac Miller and GAIKA in this week’s notable new releases.

GAIKA establishes himself as a vital new voice on his debut LP

Also this week: Kenney Chesney and Cody Jinks release new country/Americana projects, while Tony Molina makes the arduous process of self-editing feel simple

(Warp)

Gaika's debut album ‘Basic Volume’ for Warp is a haunting picture of rebellion and black existence driven by his brand of futuristic dancehall.

The Brixton MC has an extraordinary voice, melodic and focused, and it soars over this impressive populist debut

Album Reviews: Gaika - Basic Volume