Weekly Album Roundup: Martinu Symphonies to Alice Lewis's Electronic Melodies
This week's music releases feature a range of genres, from classical to experimental. Highlights include the complete symphonies of Bohuslav Martinu, electronic melodies by Alice Lewis, and seven experimental contemporary pieces performed by the trio 20° dans le noir. The Ariège space rock band Slift offers monumental sound, while jazz guitarist Bruno Bongarçon pays tribute to American colleague Kenny Burrell. Bongeziwe Mabandla presents 18 songs blending folk and soul with modern South African rhythms.
Key facts
- Six albums are featured this week.
- Includes complete symphonies of Bohuslav Martinu.
- Alice Lewis contributes electronic melodies.
- Trio 20° dans le noir performs seven experimental contemporary pieces.
- Slift is a space rock band from Ariège.
- Bruno Bongarçon is a jazz guitarist honoring Kenny Burrell.
- Bongeziwe Mabandla offers 18 songs blending folk and soul with South African rhythms.
- The article is from Le Monde, dated June 12, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Bohuslav Martinu
- Alice Lewis
- Bruno Bongarçon
- Kenny Burrell
- Bongeziwe Mabandla
- Slift
- Trio 20° dans le noir
Institutions
- Le Monde
Locations
- Ariège
- France
- South Africa