Newly signed to UK label Ninja Tune, Brisbane raised, London based multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and producer Jordan Rakei will celebrate the release of his new album, ‘Wallflower’, with an Australian tour this summer.
"It’s about how the ego can fully control the way you act and perceive life," Jordan says about 'Wallflower'.
'Wallflower' is Jordan's second album, written and recorded in the wake of a life-changing 10,000 mile move to London from Brisbane. In London Jordan found kindred spirits, friendship and inspiration in Loyle Carner, Tom Misch, Bradley Zero (Rhythm Section), Richard Spaven, Alfa Mist and Dave Okumu of The Invisible.
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"In Australia, I was stuck in a bubble," Jordan explains. "When I moved to London I had to deal with my introversion through ‘exposure therapy’. Every day I met new people for a whole year. I met every producer, songwriter and musician I could. You have to improve as a person to improve as an artist."
Jordan Rakei Shows
Fri 5 Jan - Rosemount Hotel (Perth)Thu 11 Jan - The Triffid (Brisbane)
Fri 12 Jan - Metro Theatre (Sydney)
Sat 13 Jan - Corner Hotel (Melbourne)
