Ruff Majik – Lead Pills and Thrills

Renowned South African multi-instrumentalist Guy Buttery is set to unveil Orchestrations, a breathtaking new album born from over a decade of meticulous crafting, global collaborations, and profound artistic exploration. The album, which has been described as his “magnum opus,” will be available on 20th February 2025 across all major streaming platforms and select physical formats.Pre-order Orchestrations: www.guybuttery.bandcamp.com/The seeds of Orchestrations were planted in 2012 when Buttery joined the KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra to perform three of his compositions arranged for the 52-piece ensemble. The exhilarating experience ignited a deep dive into orchestral composition, launching a transformative 12-year journey. With Buttery’s signature guitar at the core, Orchestrations unfolds into a lush, layered soundscape, where global influences and collaborations intertwine seamlessly with expansive orchestral arrangements by Chris Letcher.The 14-track album reflects Buttery’s insatiable curiosity and acute attention to detail. Recorded across ten countries, it features contributions from an impressive lineup of international and South African artists, including Kaki King (New York), Derek Gripper (Cape Town), Julian Sartorius (Berne), Madala Kunene (Durban), and Mudassir Khan (New Delhi).Orchestrations opens with the evocative "Two Chords and the Truth," a track that epitomizes the album’s essence. Layering sounds like geological strata, the song evolves with hypnotic rises and falls, inviting listeners into an intricate network of sounds. Each composition shows Buttery’s unparalleled ability to push the boundaries of musical storytelling, blending complexity and intimacy to create a profound listening experience.This album is a testament to the perseverance and passion required to bring such a grand vision to life. "While creating something of this magnitude is often romanticized, the process is as much about moments of elation as it is about facing the drudgery of refinement,” says Buttery. “Returning again and again to these compositions has been an act of both madness and love.”#guybuttery #orchestrations #worldmusic #neofolk #guitar #guitarist #instrumentalmusic #ambient #plugmusicagency ... See MoreSee Less

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Singer-songwriter Charles Harris, known for his poignant storytelling and soul-stirring performances, returns with DIGITAL DUST (SIDE B), the highly anticipated follow-up to his debut album, DIGITAL DUST (SIDE A). Joined by his band, KEEP GUESSING, Harris is set to bring audiences on an immersive journey that celebrates the beauty of the present and the power of living fully in each moment.Buy / Stream DIGITAL DUST (SIDE B) - distrokid.com/hyperfollow/charlieharris2/digital-dust-side-bThe album is the product of a close collaboration with renowned producer Robin Walsh. This partnership began serendipitously in late 2023, when a mutual friend introduced Charlie to Robin, who immediately recognized the potential in Charlie’s demos. Together, they meticulously whittled down a catalog of over a hundred songs, ultimately selecting 19 that resonated as both personal favorites and crowd-pleasers. The decision to split the collection into two releases—SIDE A and SIDE B—pays homage to classic vinyl records, inviting listeners to enjoy each album as its own immersive experience.#charlieharris #digitaldust #sideb #newalbum #newmusic #rock #folk #singersongwriter #plugmusicagency ... See MoreSee Less

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Ruff Majik – Lead Pills and Thrills

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