CORNELIUS - DREAM IN DREAM - WARNER JAPAN

Cornelius, the genre-defying producer and multi-instrumentalist, unveils his highly anticipated seventh studio album, 'Dream in Dream,' along with the album art and track listing. Set to be released on June 28, 2023, via Warner Music Japan, this marks his first full-length album since the critically acclaimed 'Mellow Waves' in 2017. To give fans a taste of what's to come, Cornelius also presents his new single "All Things Must Pass." The track immerses the listener in a spellbinding drone tapestry, where the guitars serenade in aching waves, richly imbued with sorrowful beauty.

“There’s a Buddhist teaching that “all things are impermanent”, which means that nothing remains forever and the world changes and is born again and disappears over and over. I wrote the song in the hopes of viewing the world in a macroscopic view, rather than thinking of it as fleeting or empty and that we might be able to think of it in a more positive way.” Cornelius / Keigo Oyamada

The release of "All Things Must Pass" follows the success of the album's second single “Sparks”. This slice of sophista-indie pop, is accompanied by the video directed by Cornelius's frequent collaborator Koichiro Tsujikawa that showcases the artist's continued ability to create mesmerizing visual experiences. The single is available on 7" vinyl, featuring the B-side "Quantum Ghosts."

Earlier this year, 'Dream in Dream' unveiled its lead single, "Change and Vanish”, " which was met with critical acclaim. The album version of the track, originally sung by Cornelius, was later reimagined with a captivating rendition by Japanese vocalist Mei Ehara and remixed by the talented John Carroll Kirby.

With 'Dream in Dream,' Cornelius expands his sonic universe, incorporating angular guitars and lush synthesizer interplay that dance around syncopated drums throughout the album. Each song is an intricately woven tapestry of lushly orchestrated rolling harmonies, propelled by vibrant bursts of organic electronic synths that transport listeners into a trippy, multi-colorful sonic landscape.

Cornelius says this about the title, “The meaning of the title is to Dream inside a dream. The image is about dreaming in a dream and in a dream… and it’s like a multiple world that continues infinitely. It’s like drifting in between reality and dreams. I am also interested in recent physics and what is being researched in quantum mechanics”.

Notable tracks such as 'Night Heron' take listeners to the golden era of the '70s, effortlessly capturing the essence of celestial soundscapes while infusing them with a pulsating, minimalist funk. The composer's mastery shines through as he expertly weaves R&B influences into the track, creating a groove-laden sonic experience that is both timeless and irresistibly funky.

The album also features thrilling bursts of the theremin, adding an exhilarating element to compositions like "8 Drifts." With its breezy and sun-drenched ambiance, 'Dream in Dream' seamlessly merges elements of avant-garde jazz, soulful R&B, and psychedelic acoustic electronics, resulting in a genre-blending masterpiece that pushes the boundaries of musical innovation.

The versatility of 'Dream in Dream' is apparent, making it a soundtrack that transcends boundaries and resonates with music fans across all genres. Cornelius once again demonstrates his unparalleled talent as a producer, composer, and visionary artist.

Keigo Oyamada, wrote the lyrics for all tracks on the album, with the exception of “Change and Vanish” for which Shintaro Sakamoto wrote the lyrics.

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Cornelius made his name in the 90s with the cult album Fantasma (1997) released on Matador Records which mixed the 60s harmonies of The Beach Boys with krautrock and French pop, and a late-90’s sample heavy production reminiscent of Paul’s Boutique. He has since released Point (2002), Sensuous (2008) and most recently Mellow Waves (2017). Also known as a world class remixer, he has lent his talents to such artists as Blur, Beck, MGMT, Sting, and James Brown, as well as playing guitar in a re-formed Yellow Magic Orchestra, and recording and performing as a member of Yoko Ono's Plastic Ono Band, and more. His release Sensurround + B Sides was nominated for the 2009 Grammy Award for “Best Surround Sound Album". Recently he contributed his cover of “Thatness and Thereness” to the album A TRIBUTE TO RYUICHI SAKAMOTO – TO THE MOON AND BACK.