A range of warm and inviting instrumentals appear this week from across Russia, yet they cannot advertise an easy-going worldview. Elements of unease and anxiety remain constantly foregrounded.
Some downtempo recordings from Russia and Lithuania this week use a related set of images. They turn to northern forests and other welcoming forms of "immersion" in order to foster the trust that's lacking in urban life.
The "Free Crates" organization is establishing an impressive list of Russian and Ukrainian beatmakers. Many of these musicians come from small towns: the staff at Free Crates turn that apparent setback into a philosophical benefit.
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