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Thundercat's New Album: Star Wars & Sobriety
30 Mar
Summary
- Thundercat discusses new music after a six-year album hiatus.
- He reflects on sobriety, boxing, and creative friendships.
- The album explores Star Wars themes and personal growth.
Grammy-winning musician Thundercat is set to release his new album, 'Distracted,' marking his return after a six-year hiatus. The artist, born Stephen Brunner, shared that his world has significantly changed, embracing sobriety and developing new interests like boxing.
This period of introspection has also strengthened his creative bonds with collaborators like Tyler, the Creator and A$AP Rocky. Thundercat describes his current phase as "working on myself inward and outward," aiming to improve his presence and creative output.
The upcoming album, 'Distracted,' is influenced by this personal evolution. It features contributions from producer Greg Kurstin and musical friends, including a surprising vocal appearance by Haley Joel Osment on the track "Anakin Learns His Fate."
Thundercat also uses Star Wars as a thematic element, exploring nuanced character moments, and draws inspiration from other sources like 'SpongeBob SquarePants' for creative focus. The album promises his characteristic funky sound and falsetto, offering a familiar yet evolved musical experience.
