{"product_id":"vinylaudiocafe-marcina-arnold-evolution-5070002324867","title":"Marcina Arnold – Evolution","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl 12\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis album explores themes of love, life and social commentary, taking listeners on a richly textured musical journey. Moving effortlessly from lush full-band arrangements to intimate piano-and-vocal performances, it reveals the artistic evolution of Marcina Arnold, showcasing both her creative depth and emotional honesty. More than a collection of songs, the album reflects years of songwriting and lived experience, capturing life's triumphs, challenges and personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCo-produced with acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Eric Appapoulay (Sona Jobarteh, Nitin Sawhney, Yusuf\/Cat Stevens and Plan B), the album features an exceptional ensemble of musicians, including Byron Wallen (trumpet), Mussinghi B. Edwards and Jason Yarde (saxophones), Trevor Mires (trombone), Nick Ramm (keyboards and synthesisers), Tom Skinner (drums), Rowland Sutherland (flute), Scott Arnold (percussion), and a special guest appearance from South African poet, activist and percussionist Eugene Skeef.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarcina Arnold is renowned for her powerful, expressive voice and distinctive songwriting. Drawing on her multi-ethnic heritage, she blends jazz, soul, folk and hip-hop into a sound that is both deeply personal and refreshingly original. A former lead vocalist and percussionist with the pioneering jazz-hip-hop group Quite Sane, Arnold has collaborated with artists including Steve Williamson, Byron Wallen, the South African Gospel Singers and the late South African jazz legend Bheki Mseleku. Her acclaimed solo releases, including Twisted Blue Folk, Introducing Marcina Arnold and About Time, have firmly established her as one of the UK's most distinctive independent artists.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinyl Audio Café","offers":[{"title":"2025 - Mouthy Music Records \/ 5070002324867","offer_id":54324921205049,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4180\/2553\/files\/5070002324867.jpg?v=1785533183","url":"https:\/\/vinylaudiocafe.com\/products\/vinylaudiocafe-marcina-arnold-evolution-5070002324867","provider":"Vinyl Audio Café","version":"1.0","type":"link"}