Kishi Bashi – Sonderlust: 10th Anniversary 2LP

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RELEASE DATE: 2/27/2026

**Ltd Bone & Gold Vinyl

A decade ago, Kishi Bashi found himself creatively and emotionally depleted after years of touring behind his acclaimed albums 151a and Lighght. Theorchestral exuberance that once defined his sound had begun to fade, leadinghim to question his artistic purpose. Out of that exhaustion came Sonderlust(2016), a deeply personal reinvention marked by vulnerability, analog warmth,and spiritual honesty. Stepping away from ornate violin loops, Ishibashiembraced vintage synths and stripped-down textures, creating a record thatshimmered with soulful, human energy. Songs like “Say Yeah,” “Honeybody,”and “Ode to My Next Life” captured both the ache and joy of self-discovery,grounding his lush imagination in lived experience.Now, with it’s 10th anniversary reissue, Sonderlust stands as a pivotalwork-where Kishi Bashi’s dazzling playfulness gave way to introspection andconnection. The new edition features refreshed artwork by original coverartist Ssin Kim, symbolizing growth and renewed perspective. “When you’reyounger, the world can feel overwhelming,” Ishibashi reflects. “As you age, youstart to see your place in it.” What began as an album of heartbreak hasbecome a timeless meditation on empathy, creativity, and the enduring beautyof being human.