Top Indie Album Picks of the Week [October 2, 2020]

Known for her sharp lyricism and powerful storytelling, rap superstar Sa-Roc new album, The Sharecropper’s Daughter, via Mello Music Group is in her own words “a sonic reflection on the generational inheritance of trauma and triumph that shapes our humanity and influences the way we see the world.” The album features guest features on the album include Black Thought, Chronixx, Styles P, Ledisi, and Saul Williams. To purchase or stream ‘The Sharecropper's Daughter’ visit Spotify, Tidal, or Bandcamp.

THREE CHEERS FOR THE AMERICAN BEAUTY is an audiobook filled with the tool necessary to disarm the patriarchy. Alternative recording artist Luna Aura’s exploration of the ‘hyper-sexualization of young girls, gender roles, unhealthy beauty standards, etc’ in American culture is sure to earn her critical acclaim. To stream ‘THREE CHEERS FOR THE AMERICAN BEAUTY’ visit Spotify, Tidal, or Apple Music.

Rock pop duo Shutups’ 5 is a manifestation of the pandemic. Out via Kill Rock Stars, the project explore themes of isolation, family, and the emotion rollercoaster of distancing from friends. To purchase or stream, ‘5’ visit Spotify, iTunes, or Bandcamp.

Mixed instrumentalist, producer, and recording artist EZRAKH continues to push the sonic envelope in the best of ways. The alternative rooted project, Infinity: Sankopha & 87 out via Thread Imprint/Mystery Klub Records reimagines the influences of his travels to Africa and the Americas. To stream, ‘Infinity: Sankopha & 87’ visit Spotify, Tidal, and iTunes.

Rock band The Nude Party’s sophomore album, 'Midnight Manor' via New West Records self-discovered as “a stone skipping over troubled waters” is an emotional journey of mid-twenty-somethings towards rebuilding their road-worn relationships. The Nude Party shines a light on their past while at the same time moving towards a brighter future. To purchase or stream, ‘Midnight Manor’, visit Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, or Tidal.

R&B singer, songwriter, and engineer, Kärma new EP THREE although short in playtime proves to be the New Jersey’s most solid showing to date. Self-written and self-mixed with no guest appearance, THREE is a sweet treat. To purchase or stream ‘THREE’ visit Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, or Bandcamp.