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A decade ago, Kishi Bashi felt creatively and emotionally drained after touring for his beloved albums 151a and Lighght. The lively, orchestral sound that once shone brightly began to fade, making him wonder about his artistic path. From that exhaustion, Sonderlust (2016) emergeda heartfelt transformation infused with vulnerability, warm analog tones, and sincere spirituality. Moving away from complex violin loops, Ishibashi embraced vintage synths and simple, honest textures, crafting a record that sparkled with soulful, human energy. Songs like Say Yeah, Honeybody, and Ode to My Next Life beautifully expressed both longing and happiness in self-discovery, anchoring his vivid imagination in real-life experience. Now, celebrating its 10th anniversary reissue, Sonderlust stands as a meaningful milestonea place where Kishi Bashis playful spirit shifted to deeper reflection and genuine connection. The new edition features refreshed artwork by original cover artist Ssin Kim, symbolizing growth and fresh perspectives. As Ishibashi shares, When youre younger, the world can feel overwhelming, but with time, you begin to understand your place in it. What started as a heartfelt album about heartbreak has become a timeless reflection on empathy, creativity, and the beautiful complexity of being human.

10th Anniversary Edition 2xLP Includes:

• The album proper plus a bonus LP consisting of demos of each song and two new b-sides from theSonderlustsessions.
• 12-page booklet including expanded liner notes by Kishi Bashi, exclusive studio photos and hand-written notes from the album's compositions.
• Packaged in a gatefold jacket featuring new cover art by original artist Ssin Kim.
• Limited to 3000 copies worldwide.

Disc 1:

1. m'Lover
2. Hey Big Star
3. Say Yeah
4. Can't Let Go, Juno
5. Ode to My Next Life
6. Who'd You Kill
7. Statues in a Gallery
8. Why Don't You Answer Me
9. Flame on Flame (a Slow Dirge)
10. Honeybody

Disc 2:

1. Comin' To You
2. Harpsi Chords
3. m'Lover (Demo-arigato Version)
4. Hey Big Star (Demo-arigato Version)
5. Say Yeah (Demo-arigato Version)
6. Can't Let Go, Juno (Demo-arigato Version)
7. Ode to My Next Life (Demo-arigato Version)
8. Who'd You Kill (Demo-arigato Version)
9. Statues in a Gallery (Demo-arigato Version)
10. Why Don't You Answer Me (Demo-arigato Version)
11. Flame on Flame (a Slow Dirge) (Demo-arigato Version)
12. Honeybody (Demo-arigato Version)