Name: New Me, Same Us
Brand: Little Dragon

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Bonus disc: No

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ZENCD263

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Housed in Gatefold Sleeve.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-03-27

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Signed copies: No

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PIAS

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Standard:20

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5054429140507

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Little Dragon

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Electronic

Label GB

Ninja Tune

Little Dragon is an electronic music band based in Gothenburg, Sweden. The group consists of Swedish-Japanese singer Yukimi Nagano on vocals and percussion, along with her close high-school friends Erik Bodin on drums, Fredrik Källgren Wallin on bass, and Håkan Wirenstrand on keyboards.
Known for their unique blend of electronic and pop sounds, Little Dragon has gained international recognition for their captivating performances and infectious melodies. With a career spanning over two decades, the band has released multiple critically acclaimed albums and collaborated with renowned artists such as Gorillaz and SBTRKT.
From their early beginnings in the vibrant music scene of Gothenburg to becoming a global sensation, Little Dragon continues to push boundaries with their innovative soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics. Their music resonates with fans worldwide, making them a must-listen for any electronic music enthusiast.

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.

Swedish four-piece Little Dragon - spearheaded by dynamic vocalist Yukimi Nagano, multi-instrumentalists Håkan Wirenstrand and Fredrik Wallin on keyboards and bass respectively, with drums and percussion by Erik Bodin - are one of the world’s most beloved bands and release a new self-produced album New Me, Same Us, their first album release since signing with Ninja Tune. The new album follows on from the band’s Lover Chanting 12" released on Ninja Tune in 2018. Little Dragon have pioneered their own multi-genre space by writing timeless, impeccably produced songs and delivering knockout live shows.

Entirely self-produced and recorded at their long-term home-built studio in Gothenburg, New Me, Same Us represents another chapter in the continuing evolution of Little Dragon, finding new direction in their unique style of unhurried, off-kilter r’n’b, pop and electronics, they sound as rejuvenated and energised as ever. The record also finds them in a reflective mood, Yukimi’s distinctive vocals musing on transitions, longing, and saying goodbye. “We are all on our own personal journeys,” they say, “full of change, yet still we stand united with stories we believe in, that make us who we are.” Lead single Hold On is a message about breaking away and moving on, Rush is about yearning for a love now lost, Another Lover is described as a daydream of heartache, “I can’t understand what I'm doing / don't understand where we going” Yukimi laments in the opening lines. The aptly named Sadness speaks to “how you might think you know someone but then time shows you a new face” say the band. Where You Belong is a lullaby of fear of loss and death. There is room for optimism too, though. New Fiction seeks that space in which to create new narratives and forge your own path and Are You Feeling Sad is a reminder to take a step back and not worry too much: “you gonna be alright / don’t worry don’t worry / things gonna turn out fine”.

New Me, Same Us

Music GB

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