Name: What We Call Life
Brand: Jordan Rakei

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Release date

2021-09-17

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ZENCD276

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Jordan Rakei

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Ninja Tune

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R&B / Neo-Soul

Ninja Tune is an independent record label based in London, England. Established in 1990 by the duo known as Coldcut, Ninja Tune was created as a platform to release underground music free from the constraints of major labels. Inspired by a visit to Japan, Coldcut sought to pioneer the emerging hip-hop/electro scene of the eighties.

The label's success can be attributed to its constantly growing roster of diverse artists and their innovative approach to music and multimedia. With the combined expertise of Black and More, along with the graphic vision of Openmind and sound business practices, Ninja Tune has become known for producing quality music while providing unparalleled support to its artists.

Notable releases include DJ Food's 'Jazz Brakes' series, which showcased instrumental hip-hop cuts produced by Coldcut. Through their dedication to musical excellence and artist empowerment, Ninja Tune has solidified its position as a leading force in the independent music industry.

Jordan Rakei is a talented musician, producer, singer and songwriter hailing from New Zealand. Born in Tokoroa and raised in Brisbane, he has now made London his home base. With his diverse musical skills and soulful voice, Jordan creates captivating music that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Having started his career at a young age, Jordan quickly gained recognition for his unique sound and impressive songwriting abilities. His music seamlessly blends elements of jazz, soul, hip-hop and electronic genres to create a truly distinctive style.
With several critically acclaimed albums under his belt, Jordan continues to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories. His heartfelt lyrics delve into personal experiences and universal themes, creating an emotional connection with listeners.

Multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer, and songwriter Jordan Rakei is back with his fourth studio album. What We Call Life is his most vulnerable and intimate album to date, lyrically and sonically. While the heart of the record will be familiar to fans of his neo-soul and hip-hop-infused work, here Rakei dives deeper into his sound world, merging electronic with acoustic, and rugged grooves with ambient atmospheres, to create something richer, more detailed, and more textural than before. Recommended if you like Arlo Parks, Hiatus Kaiyote, Loyle Carner and Tom Misch.

What We Call Life

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Discover What We Call Life by Jordan Rakei on Ninja Tune. His fourth studio album offers a rich blend of neo-soul and hip-hop-infused music. Available in CD and LP formats.