André 3000: Rapper to release new solo album 'New Blue Sun,' his first in 17 years, check dates
André 3000 delighted fans in a recent interview by announcing the release of his first solo album in 17 years, titled "New Blue Sun." The project is set to launch on November 17, 2023
Contrary to expectations, «New Blue Sun» isn't a traditional rap album. In an attempt to prevent any confusion among his fans, André 3000 expressed that he didn't want people to assume, «Oh, this André 3000 album is coming!» only to find out, "Oh man, no verses," when they listen to. He mentioned that even on the packaging, there would be a warning stating, «No bars.»
The album, spanning a remarkable 87 minutes, takes an experimental and minimalist approach, featuring tribal and transcendent sounds. André 3000 showcases his mastery of various flutes, including contrabass flute, Mayan flutes, and bamboo flutes, along with digital wind instruments.
André's love for the flute, a central instrument in «New Blue Sun,» has been a point of curiosity for many. In an interview, he shared that his obsession with the flute has raised eyebrows among friends in Atlanta. «My homies in Atlanta, we’ll talk, and they’ll be like, ‘Man, you know people think you crazy messing around with this flute,’» he humorously revealed, acknowledging the unconventional nature of his musical pursuits.
The genesis of «New Blue Sun» started unexpectedly when André met experimental jazz artist Carlos Niño at an L.A. grocery store. The impromptu jam sessions in Niño's basement introduced André to a group of talented performers, resulting in a year-long collaborative effort. The album, with its improvised real-time creation, unveils André's unrefined soul and offers insight into his unique creative process.
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