This second issue of Vanguard Union Press is devoted to Hania Rani, a composer, pianist, and vocalist whose genre-blending music draws on classical, jazz, and electronic influences. Born in Gdansk, Poland, and now based in London, Rani has gained international acclaim through a series of evocative albums, including Esja, Home, Ghosts, and Nostalgia — and has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including the Sydney Opera House, Berlin Philharmonie, Salle Pleyel, Barbican Centre, and Palau de la Musica. Her appearances for platforms like ARTE, Cercle, and NPR’s Tiny Desk have reached millions, cementing her reputation as a transformative presence in contemporary music.