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Interview by Parisa Eshrati  Photograph courtesy of Fabienne Guilbert Burgoa & J.Mathias Chachay Producer, dancer and choreographer Faizal Mostrixx is creating a genre-defying Afrofuturistic manifesto from Uganda. By building upon the rich musical heritage of kadodi music with elements of footwork, electronica and amapiano, combined with experimental choreography, Mostrixx presents a multi-faceted view of the past, present and future of the East African music scene. We caught up with the artist to discuss his latest album, Mutations, and the wide array of cultural and sonic influences that fused the record together.
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Interview by Parisa Eshrati  In his most recent 2022 release, Deathfame, Detroit rapper and producer Quelle Chris breaks down the idea of success and stardom. "This album really is just leaning into being like...you know what? If none of this shit matters, then fuck it. You can find freedom or balance somehow within that attitude and be okay with it." In the latest installment of our Mello Music Group interview series, we spoke with Chris about the themes of the album, grief, celebration, day jobs, and more.
Interview by Noé Loyola  Music Futures is a series that centers individuals, projects, and communities focused on uprooting capitalism and colonialism from music by working to improve the material conditions of workers of the industry and fans. By learning from projects created by people of the global majority (BIPOC), women, queer and disability communities, we can conceive of better futures that are genuinely diverse and inclusive.
Interview by Parisa Eshrati  On his latest full length LP, This Must Be the Place, Detroit producer Apollo Brown proves that background music doesn't have to fall flat. Through melody-driven beats and introspective instrumentals, Apollo Brown creates a deeply thoughtful soundtrack for a subsconscious music experience to guide listeners through their everyday life. In the latest installment of our Mello Music interview series, we caught up with Apollo to discuss the idea of passive listening, beat production techniques, monster truck rallies, and more.
Interview by Parisa Eshrati  On their first collaborative album, New Mexico-based singer/rapper A. Billi Free and Michigan producer The Lasso lay down a foundation for a cathartic dance experience. By combining Detroit techno-inspired beats, groove-laden melodies and the vulnerable warmth of A. Billi Free's singing, Holy Body Roll provides an opportunity for listeners to reflect, grow and thrive. We caught up with the duo to discuss the making of the album, the collaborative process, and their favorite memes.
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