Neue Grafik - composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Fred N'thepe - has steadily built a strong reputation in recent years with releases on labels such as Rhythm Section, 22a, CoOp Presents, and Wolf Music. His sound is a distinctive fusion of jazz, house, and hip hop, infused with his African heritage, Parisian background, and a deep appreciation for London genres like broken beat and grime.
Neue Grafik first made a lasting impression on the community at Total Refreshment Centre (TRC) - the heart of London’s thriving jazz scene - during a spontaneous after-hours jam. Since then, he has collaborated with notable artists including Nubya Garcia, Emma-Jean Thackray, Brother Portrait, Lord Apex and Allysha Joy.
His new album, Rachael, is set for release on January 30. It stands as Neue Grafik’s most ambitious project to date. Developed over the past year, the album explores themes inspired by the character of Rachael from the movie Blade Runner, representing the journey of love in all means, intimate, raw, tough, organic and honest offering a rich, emotional journey that balances lightness with depth - an introspective dive into this artist’s evolving musical identity.
- 1. Rachael Pt. I
- 2. Narcissus 909
- 3. Voight Kampff 808
- 4. Bold feat. Jerome Thomas
- 5. 1200 Prophecy
- 6. Rachael Pt. 2
- 7. Romantic Chlamydia
- 8. Childhood Memories
- 9. Lullaby For Crackheads
- 10. Rise Of A.
