The Beatroot Road Explores the Depths of Global Creativity

The Beatroot Road’s Humanimal is a bold statement of global artistry, combining musicians from across 13 countries into a cohesive and expressive musical journey. Each track delves into human emotions, from the excitement of creation to the quiet moments of introspection.

The album’s title track “Humanimal” highlights the contradictions and capabilities that make us uniquely human, while songs such as “Payday” reflect on purpose and existence. Other tracks offer indirect commentary on love, wisdom, culture, and creativity, creating a thoughtful exploration of life without preaching.

Humanimal is at once experimental and inviting. Its unconventional instrumentation and rhythms blend seamlessly with melodic accessibility, grounded in a shared pulse provided by bodhrán, rhythm fiddle, bass, and organ. The recordings were performed live by musicians without auto-tune, then meticulously edited and mixed by Mark Russell, ensuring the human touch is felt in every note.

Russell’s global perspective, shaped by his upbringing in Sudan and Scotland, and Hazel Fairbairn’s extensive background in Celtic, Romani, and experimental music, give the album its richness and depth. The combined expertise of these collaborators transforms Humanimal into a listening experience that is challenging, rewarding, and deeply human.