One of Australia’s most celebrated indie artists DOPE LEMON returns with the announcement of his fourth album, Kimosabè to be released Friday, 1st September via BMG. The news is paired with the release of the suave titular single produced by the artist himself. Inspired by cult-classic Step Brothers, this new track is co-written by Will Ferrell & Judd Apatow as well as being built around a sample from the iconic film.
‘Kimosabè ‘is a divine and open-armed universe, boasting ethereal and mesmerising soundscapes, that transcends the status quo. It’s the first DOPE LEMON album that reveals the face of Angus Stone, the project’s brainchild, on its cover. He comments: “This record is everything that’s me. In the past, the artwork has been anonymous in a way because I was trying to explore these styles, and having this shield in front of me was beautiful –I could sort of slink around in the shadows and wouldn’t have the public make judgement on the person behind it. This record, I had moments of clarity reflecting on my childhood,and I was able to see where I want to be in the future. So putting myself on the cover just felt right.”
Brimming with temperate melodic guitars and palliative drums, the title track is another effortless offering, complemented charmingly by DOPE LEMON’s sedative voice. The charismatic bass line allows the song to flow seamlessly, as the sultry production emits a tranquil atmosphere, embracing listeners in a laid-back manner. Guided by a jovial funky strut and apt lyrics –”don’t go f*ck with my vibe”–the song’s motive and personality provide perception for the upcoming record.
DOPE LEMON has gained extensive support from Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, DIY Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Rolling Stone, and NME. His discography has been Shazammedover 501,000 times in the past three years and has received over 14, 000 radio spins across the globe, with support from BBC Radio 1, BBC 6 Music, iHeart Australia and KCRW, amongst a plethora of others. And the accolades don’t stop there, with David Letterman personally selecting Dope Lemon’s ‘Marinade’ as the theme song for the new series of his hit Netflix Show My Next Guest.
2023 is shaping up to be a huge year in the live arena for DOPE LEMON, with several dates scheduled throughout Europe, UK and USA, including festival appearances at Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Outside Lands, Rockwerchterand Best Kept Secret. UK tour dates below:
UK TOUR
JUN 13 – Albert Hall. Manchester
JUN 14 – 02, Glasgow
JUN 16 – Beyond The Pale, Ireland
JUN 18 – ST Agnes Summer Sessions, Perranporth
JUN 19 – Outernet, London
JUN 21 – 02, Oxford
JUN 23 – Tramshed, Oxford
Jun 24 – Chalk, Brighton