Offering a further glimpse into her forthcoming album, We Are Always Under The Same Sky, set for release on January 17th via Anjunadeep, the acclaimed Austin-based Japanese producer Qrion (Momiji Tsukada) unveils her captivating deep house single, ‘Lean Into Light,‘ featuring the ethereal vocals of pinkpirate.
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Equally at home on the dancefloor or through headphones, the track showcases Qrion’s exceptional craftsmanship, with each release offering a fresh and nuanced listening experience rich with meaning and emotion. The collaboration with 24-year-old British electronic alt-pop rising star pinkpirate results in a seamlessly harmonious blend, heightened by her delicate, expressive vocals.
‘Lean Into Light’ is the fourth single off the upcoming album, following last month’s ‘Keep On Moving Up,’ and previously released singles, ‘Hush My Heart,‘ ‘Ice Palace,‘ and ‘Miyanosawa.’ Speaking about the new track, Momiji muses, “When I worked on Lean Into Light, I was in a sad place. The pluck sounds in the song were inspired by the rain, reflecting how I felt like I was in a dark tunnel, struggling to find my way out. I wrestled with feelings of regret about my life, searching for excuses to make myself feel better. But eventually, I saw the light coming toward me, guiding me to realize that it’s okay to make mistakes. Those years weren’t something to regret; they were a learning experience. I didn’t share much of this with Pink, but she understood the vibe perfectly when we were in the studio. Her delicate voice perfectly matched the song, and she truly brought it to life. I especially love how she wrote “Memory Stays” – it captured the essence of the track so beautifully.”
Qrion’s Upcoming Album
Qrion’s upcoming album, We Are Always Under The Same Sky, signifies a rebirth for Qrion, representing the next phase of her journey following her debut, written as a reflection of the past. The album is also a celebration of female and non-binary Southeast Asian talent, with features from British-Kongese singer-songwriter Josie Man and Paris-based South Korean DJ, producer, and vocalist DIDI HAN. Qrion teamed up with the American-Chinese animator and designer Zee Yorke for all the artwork accompanying the album.
Melancholic, wistful, and dancefloor-minded, Qrion’s sound ranges from supple, exploratory works to driving house and soul-sampling groovers, always with a light and playful touch – evoking memories and feelings through sound. Her productions have drawn acclaim across dancefloors globally, from her long-running relationship with Anjunadeep to her remixes for Booka Shade and Röyksopp. It’s music for walking in the rain, driving through mountains, or reflecting on memories.
Qrion’s Tour Dates
Qrion recently announced an extensive run of international tour dates, which are currently underway in the US, with the following shows remaining:
Jan 10th – AREA15, Las Vegas, NV – USA
Jan 11th – Celebrities, Vancouver, BC – CA
Jan 18th – Audio, San Francisco, CA
Jan 24th – Wish Atlanta, GA – USA
Jan 25th – Night We Met, Nashville, TN – USA
Jan 31st – Sound Nightclub February Los Angeles, CA – USA
Feb 1st – HB Social Club, Honolulu, HI – USA
Feb 7th – Soundcheck, Washington D.C. – USA
Feb 8th – Elsewhere (The Hall), Brooklyn, NY – USA
Feb 21st Kingdom, Austin, TX – USA
Feb 22nd – It’ll do, Dallas, TX – USA
Feb 23rd – Black Circle March Indianapolis, IN – USA
Mar 7th – Chvrch Of John, Edmonton, AB – CA
Mar 8th – SubRosa, Calgary, AB – CA
Mar 14th – Q Nightclub, Seattle, WA – USA
Mar 15th – Bluebird, Denver, CO – USA
Mar 21st – Magic Stick, Detroit, MI – USA
Mar 22nd – Newspeak, Montreal, QC – CA
Mar 28th – Coda, Toronto, ON – CA
Tickets for all shows are on sale now and available to purchase via this link.
‘Lean Into Light’ is available now, with the full We Are Always Under The Same Sky album out January 17th – pre-order here. Stay tuned for more new music and news of the forthcoming project from Qrion to come soon.