Trentemøller on KEXP

I was on a late-night scroll when KEXP’s brand-new session popped into my feed, and I’m so glad I pressed play. Danish sound-designer Anders Trentemøller turns up with a razor-tight five-piece—he handles guitar and synths, Icelandic singer Dísa drifts at center stage, backed by bass, drums, and a guitar/keys multitasker. Tracked 11 Feb 2025 and posted in April, the 23-minute set bottles the widescreen tension of his current tour.

They open with “I Give My Tears”: woozy bass, gated snares, then a shoegaze blast that floods the room. “Dreamweavers” starts as short-wave hiss, locates a heartbeat pulse, and finally soars into a synth-pop sunrise that’s sad yet strangely hopeful. “Nightfall” circles a dusk-lit guitar loop; Dísa’s gauzy vocal floats until the band swells into full cinematic drama. For the finale they time-warp to 2013 with “Still On Fire,” ripping off the dream-pop gauze—industrial kicks, serrated bass, cold-wave guitars igniting dark-club euphoria. KEXP’s mix captures every analog echo and tom rattle, so cue the headphones. If you drifted from Trentemøller after Lost, this video is a perfect reason to dive back in—and share it forward.

MUZORAMA RECOMENDS APRIL 2025

Compilation Album – "Even the Forest Hums" (2025)
This compilation delves into the rich musical heritage of Soviet Ukraine, featuring songs and instrumentals from 1971 to 1996. Highlights include the Shapoval Sextet’s psychedelic jazz-rock rendition of a Cossack song and Vadym Khrapachov’s electronic track for the film “Flights in Dreams and Reality.” This collection offers a unique blend of experimental and traditional sounds that align with your appreciation for culturally diverse music.

​New Release: DJ Koze's "Music Can Hear Us" (Released April 4, 2025) 

DJ Koze returns with an album that seamlessly blends introspective melodies with dance-inducing rhythms. Collaborations with artists like Sophia Kennedy and Damon Albarn add depth to the eclectic electronic compositions. This release resonates with your fondness for experimental electronic music and innovative collaborations.

New Release: Demilitarize by Nazar (Scheduled for release on April 25, 2025)

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Angolan producer Nazar's forthcoming album is inspired by introspection and classic cyberpunk aesthetics. The lead single, "Anticipate," sets the tone for an album that promises to blend electronic music with personal narratives, reflecting on themes of mortality and resilience.

Overlooked Gem – Mabe Fratti's "Sentir Que No Sabes" (2024)

Guatemalan cellist and composer Mabe Fratti offers an experimental sound that defies categorization. Her album "Sentir Que No Sabes" combines avant-garde elements with emotive melodies, appealing to your appreciation for leftfield and culturally diverse music.

 

Timeless Classic – Tim Maia – "Tim Maia (1970)

Tim Maia’s debut album is a groove-soaked cornerstone of Brazilian soul, infused with funk, gospel, and rock energy. His deep voice and raw charisma fuel this genre-defying classic, bridging Rio’s samba spirit with American soul. It’s a vital record for understanding Brazil’s musical crosscurrents in the '70s—spiritual, funky, and unfiltered.