This week's PBS Feature Album is Immy Owusu’s debut LP, LO-LIFE!. Drawing on the work of West African giants such as Ebo Taylor and William Onyeabor, as well as psychedelic troubadors like Rodriguez, Immy’s sound - which he describes as “lo-fi highlife” - is a synthesis of his Ghanaian roots and his own experiences growing up in coastal Australia.
LO-LIFE! was live-tracked with an all-star band, featuring members of Surprise Chef, Karate Boogaloo and The Senegambian Jazz Band. Immy’s voice, singing in both English and Twi, is commanding throughout the record while the band weaves its magic around him.
Tune in all this week to hear tracks from LO-LIFE!, and PBS Members have the chance to win a copy of the album on vinyl via emailing '; // --> before midnight Sunday July 23. Not a PBS Member? Join now!
TOP TRACKS WE'RE LOVING THIS WEEK
Lewis Coleman - 'Talking to Yourself'
Erica Tucceri - 'Iliamna'
Angie McMahon - 'Letting Go'
Greg Foat and Gigi Masin - 'Lee'
Courtney Barnett - 'Life Balance'
Maple Glider - 'Dinah'
Cantrips - 'Sharks on Three'
Hiss Golden Messenger - 'Shinbone'
Blackbraid - 'The Spirit Returns'
La Mauvaise Réputation - 'Ballad For Sal'